Saturday 29 June 2019

Sunset Flower Square Motif - Free Crochet Pattern



Hello everyone!πŸ™‚ 

Today i am sharing the Sunset Flower Square motif crochet pattern with you. There is a twelve - petaled crochet flower at the center of this square. These motifs can be worked into many projects like table runners, blankets, shawls, dresses, tops, etc. - the possibilities are endless.
If you would like to learn how to crochet the Sunset Flower Squares as well as how to join them together, follow the written pattern / photo tutorial and video tutorials below. 

Hope you enjoy!
Happy crocheting!😊


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Video Tutorials:
Part 1 How Crochet The Square

Part 2 How To Join The Squares

Part 3 How To Crochet The Half Square & Join As You Go


Written Pattern:

Size: The motif measures approximately 11 cm x 11 cm (4.3 inches x 4.3 inches).

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate.

Materials Used:



Abbreviations (US terms):

st. - stitch
ch - chain
sl st. - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet
trc - treble crochet

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets number of times indicated.

How To Crochet The Square Motif



Start with ch5. Join with a sl st. into first ch to form a ring.

Round 1: ch3 (counts as a dc), ch1, 
(1dc, ch1)* repeat 11 times into the ring.
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 2: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch1, 1sc into that same ch1 space, 
(ch3, 1sc into next ch1 space)* repeat 11 times around.
Join with ch1 + 1hdc into first sc.



Round 3: ch6, 1dc into 4th ch from hook, 1dc into next 2 ch sts, 
(1dc into next ch3 space, ch3 (counts as a dc), 3dc around that 1dc post)* repeat 11 times around.
Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch st.
                                                                               



Round 4: sl st. into next 3 ch sts, ch1, 1sc into same st., 
(ch5, 1sc into 3rd ch st.)* repeat 11 times around.
Join with ch2 + 1dc into first sc.

Round 5: ch1, 1sc into that (ch2 + 1dc) space of the previous round, (6trc, ch5, 6trc) into next ch5 space, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch7,
(1sc into next ch5 space, (6trc, ch5, 6trc) into next ch5 space, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch7)* repeat 3 times around.
Join with a sl st. into first sc.



Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends. 



How To Crochet The Half Square Motif


Row 1: ch5, 1dc into first ch, 
(ch1, 1dc into that same first ch of ch5)* repeat 5 times.

Row 2: turn, (ch3, 1sc into next ch1 space)* repeat 5 times.
ch1, 1hdc on top of the beginning ch3 of Row 1.

Row 3: turn, ch6, 1dc into 4th ch from hook, 1dc into next 2 ch sts, 
(1dc into next ch3 space, ch3 (counts as a dc), 3dc around that 1dc post)* repeat 4 times.
1dc into 2nd ch st. of next ch3, ch3 (counts as a dc), 2dc around that 1dc post, 1dc into the base of the first dc.

Row 4: turn, ch5, skip next 2 dc sts, 1sc into next ch st.,
(ch5, skip next 2 ch sts, skip next 4 dc sts, 1sc into next ch st.)* repeat 5 times.
ch2, skip next 2 ch sts, 1dc into next ch st.

Row 5: turn, ch4 (counts as a trc), ch4, 6trc into that (ch2 + 1dc) space of the previous row, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space, (6trc, ch5, 6trc) into next ch5 space, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space, 6trc into next ch5 space, ch4, 1trc into 3rd ch of that ch5 of the previous row.

Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends. 


How To Join The Squares (Join As You Go Method)



The square motifs are joined at ch7 and ch5 spaces in the last round.
We are going to join the motifs together while working the last round
Start with one completed motif. 
Crochet the second motif until you finish the Round 4

Start crocheting the Round 5: ch1, 1sc into (ch2 + 1dc) space of the previous round, 6trc into next ch5 space, ch3,



Drop the loop of the hook, insert hook from front to back into ch5 space of the first motif’s final round. Pick up the loop and pull it through the ch5 space. 

Ch2,

6trc into that same ch5 space, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch4,
Drop the loop of the hook, insert hook from front to back into ch7 space of the first motif’s final round. Pick up the loop and pull it through the ch7 space.

ch3, 1sc into next ch5 space, 

6trc into next ch5 space, ch3,
Drop the loop of the hook, insert hook from front to back into ch5 space of the first motif’s final round. Pick up the loop and pull it through the ch5 space. 
ch2, 6trc into that same ch5 space.

Finish the motif you are working on to the end of the round and fasten off.




Shared Corner Join 

This join takes place where motifs 1 and 2 are already joined. Follow the previous steps in the same way until you get to the corner join area. 
Ch3, drop the loop of the hook, insert hook into corner from front to back where motifs 1 and 2 are joined. Pick up a loop and pull it through. 

Ch2, 6trc into ch5 space.

Finish the motif you are working on to the end of the round and fasten off. 


Continue following the previous steps in the same way until all motifs are joined together. The corner join of 4th motif takes place where motifs 1, 2 and 3 are already joined.






The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.
Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 
Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!





©2019 KristinesCrochets 


Monday 24 June 2019

Crochet Flower Coaster Free Pattern




Hi everyone!😊
This time i came up with a crochet Flower Coaster design. If you like decorative elements for your home, you might want to learn how to whip up this easy coaster in no time.
You will find the written pattern and video tutorial below.

Have a wonderful day and happy crocheting!πŸ™‚

You can also purchase the ad free printable PDF version of this pattern on my ETSY or RAVELRY





Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Size: The coaster measures approx. 14 cm (5.5 inches) in diameter.

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:
  • Sport weight mercerized 100% cotton yarn, size 2 – fine. I used Madame Tricote Paris Camilla yarn in the colorways 5329 (light green) and 4917 (light blue). 11 grams of yarn needed for this pattern. 
  • 3mm crochet hook.
  • Scissors.
  • Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.


Abbreviations (US terms):

st. - stitch
ch - chain
sl st. - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.


Instructions:

Start with ch5, join with a sl st. into first ch to form a ring. 

Round 1: ch3 (counts as a dc), 15dc into the ring. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 2: ch1, 1sc into same st., ch3,  
(skip 1 st., 1sc into next st., ch3)* repeat 7 times around.  
Join with a sl st. into the first sc.



Round 3: sl st. into next ch3 space, ch1, (1sc, 1hdc, 3dc, 1hdc, 1sc) into that same ch3 space,  
((1sc, 1hdc, 3dc, 1hdc, 1sc) into next ch3 space)* repeat 7 times around.  
Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 4: sl st. into next 3 sts, ch1, 1sc into same st., ch6, 
(skip 6 sts., 1sc into next st., ch6)* repeat 7 times around.  
Join with a sl st. into first sc. 

Round 5: ch2 (counts as a hdc), 7hdc into next ch6 space,  
(1hdc into next st., 7hdc into next ch6 space)* repeat 7 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch2.




Round 6: ch2 (counts as a hdc), 1hdc into next 3 sts, ch3,  
(1hdc into next 4 sts, ch3)* repeat 15 times around.  
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch2.


Round 7: sl st. into next st., ch1, 1sc into same st., 1sc into next st., (1hdc, 5dc, 1hdc) into next ch3 space, 
(skip 1 st., 1sc into next 2 sts, (1hdc, 5dc, 1hdc) into next ch3 space)* repeat 15 times around. 
Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends. 




The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.
Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 
Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!





©2019 KristinesCrochets 




Friday 21 June 2019

Romantic Doily Placemat Free Crochet Pattern


Hi everyone! πŸ˜‰
Romantic Doily Placemat is another crochet pattern i have been wanting to post on here for the longest time. I hope you will like it and find it easy to follow.

Would you like to learn how to crochet this cute doily placemat? Keep reading for the written pattern and video tutorial! 

Happy crocheting! 😊


You can also purchase the ad free printable PDF version of this pattern on my ETSY or RAVELRY




Video Tutorial Here:




Written Pattern

Size:
The doily measures approximately 25cm (9.8 inches) in diameter.

Skill Level:
Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:

  • Sport weight mercerized cotton yarn, size 2 - fine. I used Madame Tricote Paris Camilla yarn in the colorway 6312 (pink). 30 grams of yarn needed for this pattern.
  • 3 mm crochet hook.
  • Scissors.
  • Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.


Abbreviations (US terms)
st. - stitch
ch - chain
sl st. - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
dc - double crochet
trc - treble crochet

V stitch – (1dc, ch1, 1dc) into the same stitch (space). 

Ch3picot – ch3, insert the hook into the first ch, yarn over, pull through all loops on the hook. 

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.



Instructions

Start with a magic (adjustable) ring; Or, ch5 and join with a sl st. into the first ch to form a ring. 

Round 1: ch3 (counts as a dc), 15dc into the ring. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.



Round 2: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into the base of that same ch3, 2dc into each st. around.
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 3: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into the base of that same ch3, 1dc into next st., 
(2dc into next st., 1dc into next st.)* repeat 15 times around.
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 4: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into the base of that same ch3, 1dc into next 2 sts, (2dc into next st., 1dc into next 2 sts)* repeat 15 times around.
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 5: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into the base of that same ch3, 1dc into next 3 sts, 
(2dc into next st., 1dc into next 3 sts)* repeat 15 times around.
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 6: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into the base of that same ch3, 1dc into next 4 sts, 
(2dc into next stitch, 1dc into next 4 sts)* repeat 15 times around.
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 7: ch3 (counts as a dc), ch1, 
(skip 1st., 1dc into the next st., ch1)* repeat 47 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 8: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as a dc), ch1, 1dc into that same ch1 space.
(V stitch (1dc, ch1, 1dc) into next ch1 space)* repeat 47 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 9: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch4 (counts as a trc), (ch1, 1trc)* repeat 6 times into that same ch1 space (V stitch), ch1, skip 1V stitch, 1sc into the next V stitch, ch1, 
(skip 1V stitch, (1trc, ch1)* repeat 7 times into the next V stitch, skip 1V stitch, 1sc into the next V stitch, ch1)* repeat 11 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch4.



Round 10: ch3 (counts as a dc), ch1, ch3picot, ch1, (1dc into next st., ch1, ch3picot, ch1)* repeat 5 times, 1dc into next st., 
(skip next sc st., (1dc into next trc st., ch1, ch3picot, ch1)* repeat 6 times, 1dc into next st.)* repeat 11 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.




ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends.





The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.
Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 
Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!






©2019 KristinesCrochets 




Crochet Summer Haze Doily - Easy Pattern



Hello everyone! πŸ™‚
I have been wanting to share my Summer Haze Doily pattern here on my blog for a while now. It's suitable for beginners who are familiar with the basic stitches.
Feel free to scroll down for a free written pattern and video tutorial.

Hope you enjoy!
Happy Crocheting! 😊


You can also purchase the ad free printable PDF version of this pattern on my ETSY or RAVELRY






Video Tutorial:





Written Pattern:

Size: The doily measures approximately 22cm (8.7 inches) in diameter.

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used: 

  • Sport weight mercerized 100% cotton yarn, size 2 - fine. I used Madame Tricote Paris Camilla yarn in the colorway 6313 pink. 20 grams of yarn needed for this pattern.
  • 3.0mm crochet hook.
  • Scissors.
  • Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st. - stitch
sl st. - slip stitch
ch - chain
hdc - half double crochet
sc - single crochet
dc - double crochet
trc - treble crochet

ch4picot – ch4, insert the hook back into the center of the base stitch (or into first ch) , yarn over, pull through all loops on the hook. 

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.



Instructions

Start with a ch4, join with a sl st. into first ch to form a ring.

Round 1: ch1, 8sc into the ring. Join with a sl st. into first sc.


Round 2: ch3 (counts as a dc), ch3, 
(1dc into next st., ch3)* repeat 7 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 3:  sl st. into next ch3 space, ch3 (counts as a dc), 2dc into that same ch3 space, ch4, 
(3dc into next ch3 space, ch4)* repeat 7 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.

Round 4:  sl st. into next stitch, ch1, 1sc into the base of that same ch1, 9dc into next ch4 space, 
(skip 1 st., 1sc into next st., 9dc into next ch4 space)* repeat 7 times around. 
Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 5: sl st. into next 5 sts., ch1, 1sc into the base of that same ch1, ch8, 
(skip 9 sts., 1sc into next st., ch8)* repeat 7 times around. 
Join with a  sl st. into first sc.

Round 6: ch2 (counts as a hdc), 8hdc into next ch8 space,  
(1hdc into next st., 8hdc into next ch8 space)* repeat 7 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch2.

Round 7: ch1, 1sc into the base of that same ch1,  
(ch6, skip 3 sts., 1sc into next st.)* repeat 17 times around. 
Join with  ch2 + 1trc into first sc.

Round 8: ch3 (counts as a dc), 2dc into that (ch2 + 1trc) space of the previous round, ch4, 
(3dc into next ch6 space, ch4)* repeat 17 times around. 
Join with a sl st. on top of the ch3.


Round 9: sl st. into next st., ch1, 1sc into the base of that same ch1, 9dc into next ch4 space, 

(skip 1 st., 1sc into next st., 9dc into next ch4 space)* repeat 17 times around. 
Join with a sl st. into first sc.



Round 10: (ch5, skip 4 sts., 1sc into next st., ch4picot, ch5, skip 4 sts., sl st. into next st.)* repeat 18 times around. 

Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends. 





The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.
Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 
Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!



©2019 KristinesCrochets 

Crochet Shells & Swirls Doily Placemat - Free Pattern

Hello everyone!πŸ˜‰ Today I have the  Shells & Swirls Doily Placemat  crochet pattern to share with you.  It is made in only 16 rounds usi...