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Sunday 9 January 2022

Basic Winter Mittens - Free Crochet Pattern

Hi everyone! 🙂

This time I would like to share with you my Basic Winter Mittens crochet pattern.
The best part about these mittens is that they work up fairly quickly and will keep you warm during the colder months.

If you prefer to learn by watching, I have a video tutorial below. Or, scroll down to view the written pattern!

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Happy Crocheting!😉

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Materials:

Worsted / DK weight yarn, size 4 /3 - medium. I used Audine Wools Bloom DK weight yarn (80% alpaca wool, 10% silk, 10% camel. 211m/100g) in the colorway Forget Me Not. 70 grams (148 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
4,5 mm ( US size 7) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Latch hook (optional)

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate.

Size: The pattern is written in one size which will fit an average adult woman.

Width: 10 cm (4 inches)

Length including the cuff: 24 cm (9.5 inches)

Thumb length: 7 cm (2.8 inches)

Gauge: 7 stitches x 5.5 rows = 5cm (2 inches) in half double crochet

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch / stitches

sl st. – slip stitch

ch – chain

hdc – half double crochet

hdc2tog – 2 half double crochet closed together

dc – double crochet

fpdc - front post double crochet

bpdc - back post double crochet

Learn how to work fpdc here:

https://www.anniescatalog.com/crochet/content.html?content_id=65&type_id=S

Learn how to work bpdc here:

https://www.anniescatalog.com/crochet/content.html?cid=3&scat_id=332&type_id=S&content_id=66

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

Pattern Notes:

Mittens are crocheted in the round.
They are worked from the top down.
Both mittens (right and left) are worked exactly the same.
Ch1 and ch2 at the beginning of rounds do not count as stitches.

Instructions:

The Mitten (make 2):

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

Round 1: ch1, 7hdc into ring. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (7 sts)

Round 2: ch1, 2hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (14 sts)

Round 3: ch1, 1hdc into same st., 2hdc into next st.

(1hdc into next st., 2hdc into next st.)* repeat 6 times around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (21 sts)

Round 4: ch1, 1hdc into same st., 1hdc into next st., 2hdc into next st.,

(1hdc into next 2 sts, 2hdc into next st.)* repeat 6 times around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (28 sts)

Round 5 - 14: ch1, 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc.

(28 sts)

Round 15 (Creating the thumb hole): ch1, 1hdc into each st. (25 sts) until you have 3 sts left, ch5. Join with a sl st. into first hdc.

Round 16: ch1, 1hdc into each st. and into each ch st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (30 sts)

Round 17: ch1, 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc.

(30 sts)

Round 18: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (29 sts)

Round 19: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (28 sts)

Round 20: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (27 sts)

Round 21: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (26 sts)

Round 22: ch2, 1dc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first dc. (26 sts)

Round 23 - 26 (The cuff): ch2, 1fpdc into first st., 1bpdc into next st.,

(1fpdc into next st., 1bpdc into next st.)* repeat 12 times around. Join with a sl st. into first fpdc. (26 sts)

The thumb:

Join the yarn to any st. of the thumb hole opening.

Round 1: ch1, 13hdc evenly around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (13 sts)

Some of the stitches may not be into a stitch, they may be worked into stitch posts.

Round 2 - 5: ch1, 1hdc into each st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc.

(13 sts)

Round 6: ch1, 1hdc into same st., hdc2tog over next 2 sts,

(1hdc into next st., hdc2tog over next 2 sts)* repeat 3 times around, 1hdc into last st. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (9 sts)

Round 7: ch1, skip first st., 1hdc into next st., (hdc2tog over next 2 sts)* repeat 3 times, 1hdc into last st. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (5 sts)

Finish off leaving a long tale. Close the top of the thumb by weaving the yarn tail through each stitch around the top using a yarn needle. Pull it to close the hole, fasten off and weave it inside the thumb.

Weave in all ends using a yarn needle or latch hook.

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!

Wednesday 5 January 2022

Easy Crochet Granny Square Motif

Hi Everyone! 😊
Today i am sharing an easy Granny Square Motif crochet pattern with you. The squares are worked in the round with top side always facing throughout. These can be used individually as coasters or joined together to create tablecloths, blankets, tops, etc.
Keep reading for the written pattern and a video tutorial!

Hope you enjoy!
Happy crocheting!😊

Disclosure: Please note that description of this video contains affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Size: The square motif measures approx. 14 cm x 14 cm (5,5 inches x 5,5 inches)

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:

DK weight yarn, size 3 - light. I used Nako Calico 50% cotton, 50% acrylic yarn. 13 grams (32 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
3,5 mm crochet hook.
Scissors.
Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch/stitches
ch - chain
sl st. - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
dc - double crochet

trc3tog - 3 treble crochet closed together

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

Instructions:

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

Round 1: ch3 (counts as a dc), 15dc into ring.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. (16 sts)

Round 2: ch5 (counts as 1dc + ch2),

(1dc into next dc st., ch2)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch5.

Round 3: ch3 (counts as a dc), 2dc into next ch2 space,

(1dc into next dc st., 2dc into next ch2 space)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. (48 sts)

Round 4: ch1 (doesn't count as st.), 1sc into same st.,

(ch5, skip next 2 dc sts, 1sc into next dc st.)* repeat 15 times around.

Join with ch2 + 1dc into first sc to make last ch5.

Round 5: ch1 (doesn't count as st., 1sc into that same (ch2 + 1dc) space of previous round, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space,

(ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with ch2 + 1dc into first sc to make last ch5.

Round 6: ch1 (doesn't count as st., 1sc into that same (ch2 + 1dc) space of previous round, ch5, trc3tog into next ch7 space, ch5, trc3tog into same ch7 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5,

(1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, trc3tog into next ch7 space, ch5, trc3tog into same ch7 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch5)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 7: ch3 (counts as a dc), 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., (4dc, ch3, 4dc) into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space,

(1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., (4dc, ch3, 4dc) into next ch5 space, 1dc into next trc3tog st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space, 1dc into next sc st., 4dc into next ch5 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3.

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

Other Square Motif patterns you might like:

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!

Friday 17 December 2021

12 Petal Flower Square Motif - Free Crochet Pattern

Hi Everyone! 😊

This time I am sharing the 12 Petal Flower Square crochet pattern with you.

It's worked up in 7 rounds using DK weight yarn and a 3,5 mm crochet hook. The square motifs are all joined along the way using the ''join as you go'' method. You can use them for pillow covers, afghans, tablecloths, tops dresses or any other projects of your choice.

If you prefer to learn by watching, I have a video tutorial below. Or scroll down to view the written pattern!

Happy Crocheting! 😊

Video Tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Size: The square motif measures approx. 14 cm x 14 cm (5,5 inches x 5,5 inches)

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:

DK weight yarn, size 3 - light. I used Nako Calico 50% cotton, 50% acrylic yarn. 12 grams (30 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
3,5 mm crochet hook.
Scissors.
Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st./sts - stitch/stitches
ch - chain
sl st. - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
dc - double crochet

trc - treble crochet

dc2(3)tog - 2 or 3 double crochet closed together

dc2(3)tog – 2(3) double crochet closed together - (yarn over, insert the hook into indicated ch space, yarn over and draw up a loop. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook)* repeat 2(3) times. Now you have 3(4) loops on hook. Yarn over and pull through all 3(4) loops.

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

Instructions:

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

Round 1: ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1),

(1dc into ring, ch1)* repeat 11 times.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.

Round 2: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc into same ch1 space, ch3,

(1sc into next ch1 space, ch3)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 3: sl st. into next ch3 space, ch2 (counts as 1dc of dc3tog), dc2tog into same ch3 space,

(ch5, dc3tog into next ch3 space)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with ch2 + 1dc into dc2tog at the beginning of the round to make last ch5.

Round 4: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc into same (ch2 + 1dc) space of the previous round, ch6,

(1sc into next ch5 space, ch6)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 5: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc into same sc st., 6sc into next ch6 space,

(1sc into next sc st., 6sc into next ch6 space)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 6: sl st. into next 3 sc sts, ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc into same sc st., 1sc into next sc st.,

(ch6, skip next 5 sc sts, 1sc into next 2 sc sts)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with ch2 + 1trc into first sc to make last ch6.

Round 7: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 2sc into same (ch2 + 1trc) space of the previous round, ch6, 2sc into next ch6 space, (6trc, ch6, 6trc) into next ch6 space,

(2sc into next ch6 space, ch6, 2sc into next ch6 space, (6trc, ch6, 6trc) into next ch6 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

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

Watch the video tutorial until the end to learn how to join the squares with ''join as you go'' method.

Other Square Motif patterns you might like:

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!

Saturday 11 December 2021

Crochet Christmas Bell - Easy Pattern

Hello Everyone! 🙂

I have got an easy Christmas Bell crochet pattern for you today. It's worked up in 10 rounds using sport weight cotton yarn and a 3 mm crochet hook. Make a bunch and use them as decorations anywhere in your home, from Christmas trees to Christmas dinner tables.

If you can crochet the basic stitches, you are good to go.

Below you will find a video tutorial for the bell as well as the written instructions.

Hope you enjoy!

Happy crocheting!😊

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using these links - at no extra cost to you.

Video Tutorial:

Written pattern:

Measurments: Height without hanging loop - 8cm (3.1'') tall. Width - 9cm (3.5'') at widest point.

Skill Level: Easy

Materials used:

Sport weight yarn, size 2 - fine. I used Madame Tricote Paris Camilla mercerised 100% cotton yarn. 8 grams (20 metres approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
3mm crochet hook.
Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st. / sts - stitch / stitches

sl st. - slip stitch

ch - chain

sc - single crochet

hdc - half double crochet

dc - double crochet

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

Instructions:

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

Round 1: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 8hdc into ring.

Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (8 sts)

Round 2: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 2hdc into each hdc st.

Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (16 sts)

Round 3: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1hdc into same st., 2hdc into next st., (1hdc into next st., 2hdc into next st.)* repeat 7 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (24 sts)

Round 4 - 5: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1hdc into each hdc st. around. Join with a sl st. into first hdc. (24 sts)

Round 6: ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1), 1dc into same hdc st.,

(skip next hdc st., (1dc, ch1, 1dc) into next hdc st.)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.

Round 7 - 8: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch4 (counts as 1dc + ch1), 1dc into same ch1 space,

(skip next 2 dc sts, (1dc, ch1, 1dc) into next ch1 space)* repeat 11 times around. Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch4.

Round 9: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch3 (counts as a dc), 3dc into same ch1 space,

(skip next 2 dc sts, 4dc into next ch1 space)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch of beginning ch3. (48 sts)

Round 10: ch1 (doesn't count as a st.), 1sc into same st., ch5, skip next 2 dc sts, 1sc into next dc st.,

(1sc into next dc st., ch5, skip next 2 dc sts, 1sc into next dc st.)* repeat 11 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

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

Hanging loop: ch35, cut off the yarn. Make more or fewer chains depending on the length of your desired hanging loop.

Tie both ends together, grab your crochet hook, insert it through the bell from top, take the chain loop and pull. The knot will stay inside the bell.