Crochet Christmas Stocking

…and a New Baby

A modern twist on a classic crochet Christmas Stocking design and just perfect to hang from the fireplace.

Crochet Stocking

The hexagon and diamond motif have a snowflake centre with raised picot edges giving a slightly 3D appearance.

You will need up to 200m each of main colour (MC) and contrasting colour (CC), an appropriately sized crochet hook and a needle for neatening ends.

MC and CC are used throughout to indicate how the example was worked. You may, however, substitute different colours, as desired, to produce a variety of different effects.

The example was worked in Patons Smoothie DK in White (MC), Patons Smoothie DK in grey (CC).

Each hexagon measures approximately 4” (10cm) across the widest part and the final stocking measures approximately 16” (41cm) vertical drop length.

So, what about the new baby?  It’s probably a good job my hubby doesn’t RSS feed this blog or he’d be having a heart attack round about now ;)

The baby is in fact a new Rav group Bowtykes and I have put together – dc2tog.  If you have any questions about either of our patterns, or just want to pop in and find out something, we hope that this group will make it easier for you to do it :)  As well as offering pattern support, we hope to run some fun crochet alongs, give away some free stuff and have our latest patterns tested.  Please pop in and say hi :)

Losing Socks!

Fed up of losing socks, because baby thinks it is lots of fun to pull them off and toss them out of the pram? Then, this pattern could provide the solution you are looking for.

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Keep Your Socks On! simply slip over baby’s socks, keeping them in place, until you decide it’s time to take them off!  No more losing socks!

No socks? No problem. Keep Your Socks On! can also be worn as an accessory to compliment an outfit.

• Sized to fit 6-12 months age range – will stretch to a maximum 6½” (15cm) ankle and instep circumference.

• Two instep strap sizes provided to suit a greater range of foot lengths. The narrow measures 1” (2.5cm) and the wide 1½“(4cm).

• You will need less than 100m double knitting yarn per pair, a 3.00mm hook, one stitch marker and a needle for finishing. Embellishments are optional.

This pattern is written in UK terms with a table of US equivalents where applicable.

Testers found Red Heart Soft Touch and Red Heart Kids (3.25mm hook) worked up well when double knit yarn was unavailable. Bernat yarns did not test well for this pattern.

Crochet Flower Hat

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Flower Hat

Turn your baby into a gorgeous little flower for a photo shoot. This oh-so-sweet flower hat is generously sized to fit a whole range of babies from 0-3 months.

Materials: Approximately 75g of double knit (8 ply) main colour and 25g of double knit (8ply) contrast colour.

Tools: 3.50mm (E) hook and a wool needle for finishing.

Gauge: 4 stitches and 3 rows = 2.5cm/1” (trebles).

Pattern written in UK terms with US equivalents provided where applicable.

Crochet Bag

Crochet Bag

In these days of environmental consciousness, we’re all striving to use less plastic bags and more re-usable bags.  This crochet bag is shown here in its small size but, size is fully customisable.  Why not make it out of strong cotton and make it your go-to handy shopper.

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Crochet Bag

This pattern will enable you to produce a crochet bag to suit any purpose.  Size (height and width) are fully customisable from handbag to Christmas Gift Sack.  Use a sparkly silk yarn to make an evening bag in a handbag size or, maybe, a cotton linen mix yarn to make a handy bag for shopping.

Materials: Any type of yarn with appropriate sized hook. For reference, a handbag uses around 75g (225m) of DK (8-ply).

Optional: Button sized to fit through fastener (size varies with yarn).

Gauge: Dependent on yarn.

Crochet Hat in a Hurry

Crochet Hat

Hat in a Hurry Crochet Newborn Hat

Perfect for when you need a crochet hat in a hurry as a baby shower gift, last minute matching accessory or to take to the hospital as a quick present.

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Simple newborn crochet hat which can be worked very quickly.  Clever shaping covers little ears without the need for separate earflaps.  Shaping is disguised by the subtle use of stitches worked in spaces instead of into the top of the stitch as you normally would.

Suitable for beginners -diagrams included to clarify stitches/methods.

Uses approx 50g/110 yards of yarn (double knit/8ply) and a 3.50mm hook.

Would work for a baby boy or girl.  Could easily be jazzed up with flowers, embellishments, ribbons, buttons or bows.  Shown here with optional girly picot edging.

Written with UK abbreviations (chart for UK to US conversion included)

Crochet Washcloth

Crochet Washcloth – (asterisk or star stitch)

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This ridged star crochet pattern, worked to the given size, will produce a crochet washcloth measuring about 8×8” (20x20cm).  But, if washcloths aren’t your thing, details are provided to work to any length and width.  Why not make a scarf, a blanket or a bath mat!

A crochet washcloth is both practical and pretty.  They make great kitchen surface wipes, facial flannels or general scrubbing cloths.  The textured design on this crochet washcloth is perfect for buffing the skin as well as scrubbing the floor!

Why not make a selection of them in different colours, tie them with a contrasting or matching bow and package them up with some ‘smellies’ for Christmas or birthdays.

You will need about 60g of 100% cotton dishcloth  yarn for the suggested size, a 3.50mm hook and a needle for neatening ends.

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Crochet Owl Macrame Style

Inspired by the macramé owl I remember my mum making, this pattern will let you create a sweet little replica crochet owl.

crochet owl macrame style

It measures approximately 16” from the top of the hanging chain to the bottom of the tassels (about 9″ just the crochet owl).

You will need 35g DK (8ply) weight crochet cotton (~50m), 3.50mm hook, two 6” (15cm) twigs or wooden chopsticks trimmed to length, two safety eyes (buttons or beads), one stitch marker and a needle for neatening ends.

Update:  I am constantly in awe of the projects that people create over on Ravelry using this pattern.  I never dreamed it would be loved by so many.  I love the different yarns, shapes and sizes, every one of them is unique and delightful.  I’d love to see what you’ve done with it.  Please continue to upload them to Ravelry to share.  I promise I look at every single one ♥

Crochet Long Tailed Hat

What should I call it? So many choices, stocking hat, elf hat, Wee Willie Winkie hat, night cap…  In the end, I went for Crochet Long Tailed Hat and it’s now on sale at Ravelry :)

Long Tailed Hat Long Tailed Hat

This simple-to-work hat can be made in any size, from newborn to adult, and in so many different ways.  Add a fluffy trim and a pom-pom for a cute, newborn photo prop.  Work it in stripes for Santa’s elves or maybe use your favourite team colours – the tail makes a great scarf to keep you warm on cold match days!

Note:  Baby sizes are provided with photo prop use in mind.  This hat is not suitable for everyday wear in young babies.

The tapering tail allows for great prop use, draping and covering baby in just the right places!  Check out the oversized (6″) pompom on the rainbow one.  Guaranteed to make baby look teeny tiny and like a real life Thumbelina.

The post stitches in the brim give a lovely soft, stretchy band.

Materials:  Any yarn can be used but DK, 8-ply, worsted weight, Aran or light chunky will give the best results.  Use with an appropriate sized hook.  Maximum expected amounts 600m for adult male.

Gauge – gauge is not important as long as you work to sizes indicated in the size chart.

This pattern is written in UK terms with US equivalents provided as applicable.

Crochet Bandana Bib

Crochet Bandana Bib

Put your scraps to a practical use with this almost-too-cute-to-dribble-on bandana bib!  Pattern now available to purchase on Ravelry.

I know everyone thinks a bib is just for protecting clothing during feeds.  But, when it’s as cute as this, I’m sure you’ll agree it can be worn to simply compliment an outfit.

The generous 7” (18cm) front length won’t be outgrown in a hurry.

Neckline can be adjusted with button placement but measures approximately 12” (30cm) from end to end.

Materials: less than 100m of DK (8ply) yarn, a 3.50mm hook and a 1” (2.5cm) button for fastening.

Other yarns will work but finished size cannot be guaranteed.

This pattern is written in UK terms with US equivalents where applicable.

 

Crochet Jumper

The Little Diamonds Jumper and Tank Top Pattern, for boys or girls.  This crochet jumper can be made in a range of sizes from birth to 2 years.

Little Diamonds Jumper

Make it as a tank-top, without sleeves, and layer it over a t-shirt, shirt or blouse.

The textured panel on the front and sleeves is worked using a combination of front post trebles and is an ideal introduction to cables in crochet.

Worked from the neck down, the length is fully adjustable and could even be extended to make a pretty little jumper dress.

An optional neckline can be worked on the two larger sizes to provide

a better finish for boys.

Sizes

0-6 months
16” (40.5cm) chest

8” (20cm) centre back length

6-12 months
18” (46cm) chest
9” (23cm) centre back length

12 – 18 months

20” (51cm) chest
10” (25.5cm) centre back length

18 – 24 months
22” (56cm) chest
11” (28cm) centre back length

Materials: 250-450m yarn (depending on size/

style), 3.50mm hook, yarn as indicated above and 1-3 buttons (sized to fit between pairs of trebles in the button band).

Gauge: 12tr and 7 rows to 3” – it is perfectly fine if you get more or less rows to the 3” – the length is fully adjustable on both the body and the sleeves.

The hat featured in the cover pictures is Hat in a Hurry from Thomasina Cummings Designs