FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Ghost Hat

October 24, 2023 By Nadia Fuad in Costume Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: babies, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, costume, costume idea, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, ghost, ghost costume, ghost halloween costume, ghost hat, ghosts, halloween, handmade, hat, hats, how to, how to crochet, kids costume, learn, pattern, scary, stitch, teach, winter, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Boo! Don’t be scared, it’s just Nasir wishing you a Spook-tacular Halloween!

This year was HARD! Each year I set my bar high to create a new family Halloween costume. It’s tradition. I plan it early on, start it early in the summer, order yarn months in advance… the whole nine yards. Life got in the way. I had another surgery this year in May, of course with complications. Was down all summer recovering. Nas started pre-school on top of his ABA therapy program. It all was a lot. So when the time came this year, I was only able to get one costume completed and it was this sweet ghost.

Nas has been telling me that he wants to be a ghost for Halloween for two months now. I finally found time to make him a costume. As simple as it is, he added his ever so subtle touches with his scary stance and silly poses! He’s fully committed to being the best ghost possible!

Below, please find the full instructions for this free crochet ghost hat pattern:

Make your own version just in time to scare your friends and family this spooky season!

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Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below

-White yarn (less than 500 yds) – I used Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice
-Black yarn (less than 50 yards)
–Size 4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can use any size 4 medium, worsted weight yarn for this project
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the yarn I used in this project.
-There is no video tutorial for this pattern.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

There is no video tutorial to follow along with this pattern.

Hat:

Do not turn your work with this hat pattern.

With White or your main ghost color, Ch 2 or make magic circle

Rnd 1: 8 HDC in 2nd ch from hook or in magic circle, Sl st to first st, Ch 1, DO NOT TURN. (8)

Rnd 2: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1

Rnd 3: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 4 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (12)

Rnd 4: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 8 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (16)

Rnd 5: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 12 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (20)

Rnds 6: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 16 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (24)

Rnd 7: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (24)

Rnd 8: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in each of the next 5 sts, HDC in next 12 sts, 2 HDC in each of the last 6 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (36)

Rnd 9:HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (36)

Rnd 10: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in each of the next 8 sts, HDC in next 18 sts, 2 HDC in each of the last 9 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (54)

Rnd 11: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (54)

Rnd 12: [2 HDC in first st, HDC in next 8 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (60)

Rnd 13: HDC in each st around, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (60)

Rnd 14: [2 HDC in first st, HDC in next 9 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (66)

Rnd 15: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (66)

Rnd 16: [2 HDC in first st, HDC in next 10 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (72)

Rnds 17-28: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (72)

Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Go on to making the eyes and mouth for the ghost

Eyes:

With black, Make 2.

Ch 2 or make magic circle

Rnd 1: 8 SC in 2nd ch from hook or in magic circle, sl st to first sc, do not turn. (8)

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as st), 2 DC in same st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 1 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, 2 DC in next st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 1 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, sl st to first st. Fasten off with long tail for sewing. (14)

Put a fleck of white in the eye using white yarn.

Make 2 eyes and sew them to the hat. Weave in all ends.

Mouth:

With Black, Make 1.

Ch 2 or make magic circle

Rnd 1: 8 SC in 2nd ch from hook or in magic circle, sl st to first sc, do not turn. (8)

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as st), 2 DC in same st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 2 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, 2 DC in next st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 2 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, sl st to first st. (14)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] around, sl st to first st. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Sew to hat.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!

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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

Scary and Uncertain Times

April 2, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Blog Posts Tags: anxiety, anxious, dad, essential, family, frightening, guidelines, health, home life, house life, human, mom, options, our family, pandemic, safe, safety, scary, stay safe, staying home, update, work, work related, workers, worried, worrisome, yarnutopia 20 Comments

Like most of America, and the world, I am staying home as ordered by our state officials. It is such an unusual and unprecedented time and everyday things are changing. Our situation is so fluid meaning what we hear on the news in the morning, can completely change by the evening. I don’t know about many of you, but this unsettled world has me feeling so anxious and nervous. It also puts me on high alert because, as a person with a severely compromised immune system and a long history of health issues including asthma, I am fearful of everything I am learning about this illness.

Presently, I take immuno-suppressant medications that keeps my chronic disease under control, but severely taxes my system leaving me little to fight off infection or illness. I fall into that segment of society who are at high-risk of danger if I come into contact with anything going around.

Plans Change

I have not left my house for over 3 weeks. I don’t know if you recall through my recent posts and videos, but Nate and I had a trip to Colorado planned for our second anniversary and Nate’s golden birthday. (He turned 30 on March 30th) We were going in early March to Denver. Everything was booked, ski-hill passes were purchased, airfare and lodging reserved and paid for, sightseeing plans and a special anniversary/dinner was in the works. Nasir was going to Grammy and Grampy’s house for the week. We were so excited.

As more and more news broke out, it became apparent that we would have to cancel our vacation. I called my doctors and they advised me NOT to travel. They had insisted that in my condition and with little to no immune system to fight, going into an airport or on a plane was too dangerous at this time. Was I sad and disheartened to cancel all our plans? Absolutely. However, I trust my doctor, and if my doctor issues a grave warning like she did, there is no way I would go against her recommendations. I have been through too much in my life not to heed her warnings.

Everything Is Canceled

So, we, like many of you, decided to retract and cancel all our plans and reservations and stay home. Glued to the TV and internet we watched everything unfold in real-time. Rapidly changing, constantly fluid and more frightening by the moment, we stayed in and were gripped by what was happening in the world and right here at home. I needed to walk away from the screens and try to salvage what I could of our “vacation” by re-inventing a plan to enjoy our anniversary and Nate’s birthday. And we did. We kept Nasir home and the three of us did a “stay-cation” in our living room. We binged Netflix shows, took a few countryside drives, walked a trail or two in isolated places, we cooked a nice dinner on our two celebrations and WE STAYED INDOORS. My extent of “leaving the house” is going into my backyard.

Our Options

Nate is fortunate to have several weeks of vacation and PTO (Paid time off) that he is using up from his “essential” job. He works in a plant that has numerous employees, and from all indications, we felt that his going to work at this time was not wise because of community spread and he was able to use up his vacation to stay home so far. On the advice of my doctors, they suggest he take time off and stay home indefinitely, as to not bring anything home with him that puts me or Nas at risk.

It has been extremely stressful to work through the decisions of him returning to work versus staying home if he is able. Like many people, this serious crisis is forcing our hand to make hard choices to protect our family and none of the choices are easy. He stays home, we cut off our main income for the indefinite future. If he goes to work, then he risks exposure and bringing “it” home in a household that deals with an individual with little to no immune system to fight off any of this. I can’t tell you how scared or anxious I have been!!! I know I am not alone in saying this. ALL of us are scared.

We will find a way

As we navigate through the uncertainties and worries of this ever changing situation and confide in our doctors and families, we have been able to come up with Plan A, Plan B, and Plan C. Each one comes with its own set of concerns and heartaches. Do we take no pay? Can we survive on just my income? (I have exhausted myself looking into options –FFCRA-the Families First Act or Paycheck Protection-none of which apply to us) Do we send Nate to work? Should Nas and I stay with my parents and be apart from Nate for an indefinite duration?

We, are faced with life-altering decisions while we press ahead into the unknown. At least we have what we need. At least we can manage through each plan despite the difficulties of each choice. At least we have support. I remind myself all the time of the blessings I have before me and focus upon those. Many are not so fortunate, and it hits me over and over to imagine the unimaginable. We will work this out. No matter what sacrifice we make, it is small in comparison to so many others. No matter what, we all have had to work through so many rough spots of this situation and it’s not easy.

Moving forward

As we move forward, sometimes slowly, sometimes at a mad pace, the least I can do to keep myself occupied is what I do best. Crochet. So for the next weeks, months, whatever it takes, I will continue to bring you what I can of my craft. I will show up. Every day. I will bring some new projects, new patterns, light, laughter and a distraction from the craziness that is swirling around us. So, join me as we keep moving forward. Bring your hooks and your yarn, and for a few minutes a day try to focus on other things that distract us from our worries, and relax with our craft. Because in a time when so much is out of control, one thing we can be in control of us the choice to take a few moments to do something we love.

“It is how we embrace the uncertainties in our lives that leads to the great transformation of our souls.”

When we reach the end of this, and we will, I hope we can all move forward with more love, patience, and understanding of one another. The lessons we learn will be immense.

I hope you all stay healthy…

~Nadia

P.S. A huge thank you goes out to everyone in the world who are on the front lines of this insanity. ALL the helpers. ALL the essential workers. ALL the people who risk their lives so we can be home. Our gratitude knows no limit. And for the families this may reach, I hope and pray that all of you are well and safe. I am sending every bit of goodness your way.

I don’t know who needs to hear this as I hope no one is breaking these rules, but if you are one who was told to stay home, please do. Follow the guidelines of what has been mandated so that those who are unable to be home with their families can stay as safe as possible during this time.

Sending you lots of love.

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How to Crochet Tutorial: Spider Web Wrap

October 30, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in accessories, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, scarves, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, scary, spider, spider web, spiders, spiderweb, spooky, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, web, webs, witch, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

The Spider Web Wrap is ready for you to spin up on your hooks!! You will be able to make this quick and easy project faster than anyone can say Trick-or-Treat!

Using all double crochet stitches we will make the wrap first, then add the lines that section off each corner using surface crochet stitches.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this wrap:

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Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You may sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Yarns Chic Sheep Yarn in Stiletto
–Red Heart Yarns Hygge Charm in Starlight
–Size J-6.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-This is worked from the top down
-The measurements are: approx. 50 inches across and about 25 inches long. You can make this bigger or smaller if you want since it is a repeat pattern.
-You can use any type of yarn for this project. Gauge is not important.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
Surface Crochet (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Pattern:
Ch 3

Row 1: 3 DC in 3rd ch from hook, [Ch 2, 3 DC in same ch] 4 times. Turn. (15 sts)

Row 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), 2 DC in first st, *DC in each st until next ch 2 sp, [DC, Ch 2, DC] in ch 2 sp repeat from * until one st remains, put 2 DC in last st. Turn.

Rows 3-36: Repeat Row 2 until your piece is as long as you want it to be. Change color for rows 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 and 36.
Your last row should be a row of white.

Assembly:
SC along the edge of the wrap
Add surface crochet lines in each chain 2 space of each corner. (See video tutorial on how to do this step)
Weave in all ends.
Enjoy!

Crochet Tutorial: Ghost Amigurumi

February 6, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in Uncategorized Tags: afghan, basic, beginner, casper, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, ghost, halloween, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, scary, spooky, teach, tutorial, valentine, valentines, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

How is everyone on this *boo-tiful* day? For some time, before I release these Punny Valentine projects, I spend a *spooky* amount of time *haunting* around for ideas. A lot of the ideas get the *boo-t*. That whole “what *ghost* up must come down” happens with a lot with my ideas. I get excited for some, and then some fall flat! Many take *float* in my mind and are a *scream*! You can *scare* up inspiration from anywhere and make it a pun. Some things won’t have a *ghost* of a chance, but it *ghost* to show you that many things can!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in White
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Googly Eyes
–Polyfil
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Ghost: With White, work in BLO and in continuous rounds.
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 5-7: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 8: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 9: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Rnd 10: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 11: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 12-15: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 16: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Rnds 17-18: SC in each st around. (18)
Stuff the ghost with polyfil
Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Rnds 20-21: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 22: [SC2TOG] 6 times.
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Arms: Make 2 with White. Work in BLO and continuous rounds.
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnds 2-5: SC in each st around. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew arms to side of ghost
Glue on Googly Eyes

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Crochet Around Mache-Skull

October 7, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, body, bones, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, decor, decoration, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fun, halloween, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, scary, skull, skulls, spooky, stitch, sugar skull, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 3 Comments

Crochet over Paper Mache!! Just in time for Halloween, I demonstrate how to crochet over this skull form made from paper mache. This is the perfect eerie accent for any Halloween party or event. Adding additional accents such as beads, bedazzle, and flowers can take a plain skull to a sugar skull in a few easy steps!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this fun project:

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Pattern:

“Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:

–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Aran
–Paper Mache Skull (I bought mine at JoAnn Fabrics)
–G6-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

Shop Red Heart Yarns Website Today!

NOTES:

-This project uses less than 100 yards of yarn.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-Work in continuous rounds

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
DC2TOG: Double Crochet Decrease

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

With Aran, Work in continuous rounds
Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnd 7: [2 SC in each of the next 6 sts, SC in next 12 sts] twice. (48)
Rnds 8-16: SC in each st around
Rnd 17: SC in 27 sts, 2 HDC in each of the next 6 sts, SC in next st, 2 HDC in each of the next 6 sts, SC in last 8 sts. (60)
Rnd 18: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 5 times, SC in next 7 sts, [SC2TOG] 6 times, Sk next st, [SC2TOG] 6 times, SC in last 8 sts. (42)
Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts] 3 times, SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, SC in next 2 sts, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, SC in next 2 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts, SC2TOG. (40)
Rnd 20: SC in 21 sts, 2 HDC in next 3 sts, Sk 1 st, SC2TOG, Sk 1 st, 2 HDC in next 3 sts, SC in last 8 or 9 sts. (43)
Rnds 21-22: SC in each st around

Assembly Step:
Take a piece of yarn and tie it to inside of eyes and cinch it to the inside of the skull by tying a very tight knot.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part.

Rnd 23: SC in 15 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times, SC in 15 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times, SC in last st. (37)
Rnd 24: SC in 15 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times, SC in 4 sts, [SC2TOG], SC in next 4 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times. (30)
Rnd 25-26: SC in each st around. (30)

Assembly Step:
Take a piece of yarn and tie it to inside of each cheek and cinch it to the inside of the skull by tying a very tight knot.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part.

Rnd 27: SC in 5 sts, HDC in next, DC in next 5 sts, HDC in next st, SC in next 8 sts, HDC in next st, DC in next 6 sts, HDC in next st, SC in last 3 sts. (30)
Rnd 28: SC in 5 sts, HDC in next, DC in next 5 sts, HDC in next st, SC in next 8 sts, HDC in next st, DC in next 6 sts, HDC in next st, SC in last 3 sts. (30)
Rnd 29: SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts, [DC2TOG] 4 times, SC in next 3 sts, [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 2 times, SC2TOG, SC in last 2 sts. (22)
Rnd 30: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 7 times, SC in last st. (15)
Rnd 31: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 5 times. (10)
Rnd 32: [SC2TOG] 5 times.
Slip stitch through 1st and 4th sts
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Halloween Table Runner

September 29, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: afghan, afghan block, autumn, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, creepy, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, decor, decoration, fall, festive, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, halloween, handmade, holiday, home, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, runner, scary, solid, spider, spinning, spooky, square, squares, stitch, table, table runner, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, weave, web, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 6 Comments

Many times I have made suggestions of ideas on what you can make using the squares from our 365 Days of Granny Squares. Recently, I designed the Spinning Spider Granny Square (Number 266) and The Web We Weave Granny Square (Number 246). I began thinking about a project that I could make to tie these two in together that would work for a table runner or other Halloween related item.

I decided to create a look that has the spider spinning from the web. Doing that required a bit of adjustment on the placement of the spider on the square. In my original Spinning Spider Granny Square Video Tutorial, I demonstrated how to make the square with the spider running vertically on the square. In the Table Runner, I made a few stitch adjustments, I turned the spider to go on a diagonal to achieve the desired results for my finished work, allowing me to run Slip Stitches creating a web strand from the bottom (spinneret) of my spider to the Web square. Please see the video tutorial for instructions below to make this adjustment.

Then, I created duplicate sets of square Numbers 246 and 266 of our 365 Days of Granny Squares to create the ends of our runner. I combined these blocks with the solid granny square (Number 2) that I used with various color combinations of black and orange or black and white to match the other squares in this project. Note: You do not have to make these adjustments nor use my colors. This is creator’s choice.

This video is a tutorial on how to assemble the squares and add the border detail to finish off this great Halloween table runner. You will find the links and videos to the squares that I have already filmed prior to this project. Not interested in the runner? Why not make additional squares to make a lapghan or blanket? Let your imagination be your guide.

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Get the full kit of supplies here!!

Materials:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in White
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Pumpkin
–H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet (YO twice)
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only

Notes:
-This Table runner is 41 inches long (105 cm) and 20 inches wide (53 cm)
-You can attach your squares any way you’d like, I do the whip stitch, but you can do any stitch you prefer.
Check out this blog post at the top, there is a video tutorial on different attaching methods

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this table runner:

Spinning Spider Granny Square
Make 2

Click here to find the written pattern for the Spinning Spider Granny Square

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Spinning Spider Granny Square:

The Web We Weave Granny Square
Make 2

Click here to find the written pattern for the Web We Weave Granny Square

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Web We Weave Granny Square:

Solid Granny Square

Make 4:
Make rounds 1-2 in Orange
Make rounds 3-6 in Black

Make 2:
Make rounds 1-2 in White
Make rounds 3-6 in Black

For round 6 on the solid granny square, use Half Double Crochet instead of Double Crochet to have the same size as your other squares.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make a solid granny square:

Border

See video tutorial for starting point.

Sc in same sp, *sk 1 st, 5 DC in next, sk 1 st, sc in next, repeat from * until next corner, sc in next 2 sps, repeat from * again until end of table runner, put 5 DC in that space.

Again, watch the video tutorial for clear specific visual instructions.

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Like this table runner? Try making the Star Stitches and Stripes Blanket!

Crochet Tutorial: Sugar Skull Ski Mask

October 30, 2015 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, crochet, crochet skull, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, day of the dead, Dia De Los Muertos, dias, fashion, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, hat, head, how to, how to crochet, learn, muertas, muertos, pattern, scary, skeleton, ski mask, skull, skully, soul, souls, spirit, stitch, sugar, sugar skull, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, winter, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 6 Comments

This Halloween season I’ve been seeing a lot of these Sugar Skulls on display, and they are seemingly becoming more and more popular.

The Sugar Skull originates from a tradition born in Mexico. Skulls are decorated in bright colors and would be filled with chocolate candy or other sugary treats. This is a symbol of life, taking something that is commonly associated with death, decorating it with beautiful accents. Thus giving it a new lease on life, such as life after death. It’s a celebration commemorating Dia De Los Muertos.

This is my crocheted version of the Sugar Skull. Feel free to get as creative and decorative because everyone is different and there is such a great variety in this art! Enjoy the free pattern at the end of this blog to make different sizes! The video tutorial shows size LARGE ADULT.

Follow along with this video to learn how to make the Sugar Skull:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
Questions? Leave a comment!
You may sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my name and Etsy Shop (YARNutopia).
Please do not copy and post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver White, Black, Shocking Pink, Turqua, Spring Green
-Adhesive Gem Jewels (I got mine from Michael’s Craft Store)
-Size H-5.00mm crochet hook (You could use I-5.50mm crochet hook)
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

NOTES:

Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
DC: Double Crochet

Size: Toddler/Preschooler
Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2
Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC)
Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC)
Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC)
Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC)
Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC)
Round 7: DC around (54 DC)
Round 8-10: DC around (54 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 11 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made)
Round 11: DC in first 20 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in next 4 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in last 20 sts.
Rnd 12-14: DC around (54 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 28 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions)
Row 15: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn,
Row 16: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn.
Row 17: Repeat Row 16
Row 18: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn.
Rows 19 & 20: Repeat row 18.
Row 21: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.

Size: Child
Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2
Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC)
Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC)
Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC)
Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC)
Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC)
Round 7: DC around (54 DC)
Round 8: 2 DC in first stitch, DC in next 8, repeat around (60 DC)
Round 9-12: DC around (60 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 13 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made)
Round 13: DC in first 23 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in next 5 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in last 22 sts.
Rnd 14-16: DC around (60 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 30 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions)
Row 17: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn,
Row 18: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn.
Row 19: Repeat Row 18.
Row 20: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn.
Rows 21 & 22: Repeat row 20.
Row 23: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.

Size: Teen/Adult
Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2
Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC)
Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC)
Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC)
Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC)
Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC)
Round 7: DC around (54 DC)
Round 8: 2 DC in first stitch, DC in next 8, repeat around (60 DC)
Round 9: 2 DC, DC in next 29, repeat around (62 DC)
Round 10-14: DC around (62 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 15 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made)
Round 15: DC in first 22 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in next 6 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in last 22 sts.
Rnd 16-18: DC around (62 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 30 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions)
Row 19: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn,
Row 20: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn.
Row 21: Repeat Row 20
Row 22: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn.
Rows 23 & 24: Repeat row 22.
Row 25: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.

Size: Large Adult
Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2
Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC)
Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC)
Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC)
Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC)
Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC)
Round 7: DC around (54 DC)
Round 8: 2 DC in first stitch, DC in next 8, repeat around (60 DC)
Round 9: 2 DC, DC in next 9, repeat around (66 DC)
Round 10-15: DC around (66 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 16 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made)
Round 16: DC in first 24 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in next 6 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in last 24 sts.
Rnd 17-19: DC around (66 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 32 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions)
Row 20: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn,
Row 21: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn.
Row 22: Repeat Row 21
Row 23: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn.
Rows 24 & 25: Repeat row 23.
Row 26: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.

Decoration around eyes: Make 2
Ch 25 or an amount that will fit around eye hole, sl st to first ch to form a circle, *ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook, sk next ch, sl st into next ch, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning and fasten off with a long tail for sewing.
Sew to hat (use photo/video for visual instructions)

Facial Decorations: (Make as many as you want. I made 3 in Turquoise and 2 in Green)
(See video for visual instructions)
Ch 7, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next, HDC in next 2 ch, DC in next 2 sts, Sl st in the same ch as the last DC, Fasten off with long tail. Sew onto hat.

Flower:
ch 2,
Rnd 1: 10 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to first sc, ch 1 (10 sc)
Rnd 2: 4 DC in next st, sl st to next st, repeat from * around until you have 5 petals. (see video for visual instructions). Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Inner portion of flower:
Repeat Rnd 1 of flower. Fasten off with long tail, sew to flower.

Nose: (Crocheted nose is optional, you can cut and sew on felt like I did in the video)
ch 2
Rnd 1: 12 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to first sc, ch 2
Rnd 2: HDC in same st, 2 DC in next st, 2 HDC in next st, SC in next 2 sts, SC & HDC in next st, HDC & SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts, 2 HDC in next st, 2 DC in next st, HDC in last st, ch 2, sl st in same st. Fasten off with long tail. Sew to hat.

Add as many jewels as you’d like to make your hat fancy.

Enjoy!!

***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)

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Crochet Tutorial: Spooky Eyeballs

October 24, 2015 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: ball, basic, beginner, creepy, crochet, crochet ball, crochet eyes, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, eye, eye ball, eyeball, eyeballs, eyes, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, hat, how to crochet, iris, learn, pattern, pupil, scary, sphere, spooky, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

“I always feel like somebody’s watching me, and I have no privacy!” You’re going to feel that way too, when you make yourself a set of these creepy plush eyeball amigurumis!

This is an EXTREMELY simple, but fun project where multiples can be created in a short period of time. I made these for a Halloween party that I have coming up, but the ideas for these are limitless!

Not only can you use these for spooky decoration by placing them in a jar or scattering them on the buffet table or giving them away for party favors for kids, but you can also use these for fun games like bean bag toss (fill them with beans or rice instead of poly-fil). These would be great for juggling. Attach a jumpring to a key ring and you can make a keychain! You can fill it with flax or rice and make a hacky sack.

If you do not want to make the eyeball design, this is a great way to make a small sphere. You can make these in solid colors, or multiple colors. If you make these in holiday colors, they would fit with any time of year festivities! These are just a few of my ideas, but we have such a creative crochet community, I’m sure you can come up with more. Leave a comment with your ideas!

Today’s blog includes an easy to follow instructional video as well as a FREE written pattern. Let me see your creativity at work!

Eyeballs

View this video to learn how to make these spooky eyes:

Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver Scraps in White and Black and a color of your choice (I used Blue, Spring Green, and Yellow)
-Size H-5.00mm crochet hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

NOTES:
-View video to show how to change color.

Ch: chain
St: Stitch
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet

SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease

Eyeballs:with Black, Ch 2
Rnd 1: SC 6 in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to first sc, fasten off (6)
With the color of your choice, attach to any sc around,
Rnd 2: SC 2 in each st around, sl st to first sc, fasten off (12)
With white, attach to any sc around,
Rnd 3: (SC 2 in next st, SC in next st) 6 times, sl st to first sc, ch 1 (18)
Rnd 4: (SC 2 in next st, SC in next 2 sts) 6 times, sl st to first sc, ch 1 (24)
Rnd 5-7: SC around (24)
Rnd 6: (SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts) 6 times, sl st to first sc, ch 1 (18)
Rnd 7: (SC2TOG, SC in next st) 6 times, sl st to the first sc, ch 1 (12)
Assembly Step:
Remove hook and embroider veins around eye (see video for visual instructions), stuff eyeball, and continue crocheting,
Rnd 8: (SC2TOG) 6 times, sl st to the first sc, ch 1 (6)
Rnd 9: SC the 1st and 4th sts together, fasten off, weave in ends.Enjoy!!***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”
***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
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“Eye of newt, and toe of frog, wool of bat, and tongue of dog, Adder’s fork, and blind-worm’s sting, lizard’s leg, and owlet’s wing, for a charm of powerful trouble, like a hell-broth boil and bubble…” ~William Shakespeare

~Nadia

Crochet Tutorial: Trick-or-Treat Bag

September 26, 2015 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: bag, basic, beginner, case, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, Frankenstein, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handbag, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, monster, monster bag, pattern, purse, satchel, scary, teach, treat, trick, trick or treat, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarnie, yarnutopia 8 Comments

This is a very easily adaptable pattern that can be transformed into many items besides the trick or treat bag that I originally am making this bag for. It can be made into a tote bag, a handbag, purse, laptop case, iPad case. You can add a drawstring by weaving it through the top of this bag and omitting the handles. There are SO many ideas in one pattern!

Another fun idea with this pattern is to use the base bag and change up the embellishments and colors to make all kinds of neat Halloween fun trick-or-treat bags that will stand out and last for years to come!

Trick or Treat Bag

Follow this video tutorial to learn how to make your own bag today!

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
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“Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good to eat!” ~Unknown

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Crochet Tutorial: Sugar Skull Ski Mask

***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Crochet Tutorial: Spooky Eyeballs

Crochet Tutorial: Trick-or-Treat Bag