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Looking for a project with all the texture and can wrap you in a hug? Then this shrug and cowl are for you! They combine cables, bobbles, and post stitches into an incredibly easy to wear accessory. Pattern includes written directions, stitch diagrams, schematics, and video tutorials for both the shrug and cowl.
Yarn
Stunning String, Cozy-Aran (CYCA #4), 100% Superwash Merino Wool, 180 yds/ 100g:
Huckleberry 3 (5, 6, 7) hanks
Hook
J/10 (6mm) or hook needed to obtain gauge
Notions
Yarn Needle
Stitches Used
ch Chain
ch-sp Chain Space
sl st Slip Stitch
sc Single Crochet
dc Double Crochet
tr Trebletch Turning Chain
st Stitch(es)
Gauge
7 ch-sps x 8 rows = 4”(10 cm) x 4.5”(11.5 cm) in cable loop stitch pattern
Sizes
Shrug is sized for S/M, L/ XL, and 2X/ 3X. Shrug is 22 (24, 26)” (56, 61, 66 cm) wide by 37.5 (39.75, 42)” (95, 101, 107 cm) tall. Bust circumference range is 32-38” (40-46”, 48-54”). Cowl is 15” (38 cm) wide by 37.5” (95 cm) long.
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Yarn:
Stunning String, Essential (CYCA #1), 100% Superwash Merino Wool, 435 yds/ 100g:
A: Sugar Rush, (1,1,2,2,2,2) hanks
B: Fog, (1,1,2,2,2,2) hanks
C: Mulberry, (1,1,2,2,2,2) hanks
Hook:
D/3 (3mm) or E/4 (3.5mm) hk or hk needed to obtain gauge
Notions:
Yarn Needle, stitch markers
Gauge:
Motif A = 3”x3” with smaller hook, 3.375”x3.375” with larger hook
Sizes:
Project is sized for S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X with a corresponding bust circumference of 33, 37, 41, 45, 49, 53”.
Notes:
Sizes S, L, 2X use smaller hook and gauge. Sizes M, XL, 3X use larger hook and gauge.
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Magical Motif Sweater
This lacy top
can be worn as a t-shirt or a tunic. It is light enough to wear all summer. Made from motifs that are joined together as
you go, which creates a fantastic lace pattern. Pattern includes written directions, stitch diagrams, and video tutorials.
Yarn:
Berroco, Modern Cotton
DK (CYCA #3), 60% Cotton/ 40% Modal Rayon, 335 yds/ 100g:
#6625, (3,3,3,4,4,5) hanks
Hook:
D/3 (3mm), E/4 (3.5mm), F/5 (4mm) hk or hk needed to obtain gauge
Notions:
Yarn Needle
Stitches Used:
ch Chain
ch-sp Chain Space
sl st Slip Stitch
sc Single Crochet
dc Double Crochet
tr Treble Crochet
dtr Double Treble
tch Turning Chain
beg beginning
Gauge:
Motif = 4.5”x4.5” with smallest hook, 5”x5” with middle sized hook, 5.5”x5.5” with largest hook.
Sizes:
Project is sized for S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X with a corresponding
bust circumference of 37.5, 42, 46.5, 50, 56, 62”. Shown in Large.
Notes:
Sizes S & XL use smallest hook and gauge. Sizes M & 2X use middle sized hook and
gauge. Sizes L & 3X use largest hook and gauge.
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Tunisian Mosaic Crochet Tutorial
Have you see the Tournament of Stitches hosted by Marly Bird? It's a month long knit and crochet a-long of mosaic patterns. It is incredibly fun! I should know since I have knit and crocheted all of the make-a-long sections already. (I helped with the graphics and editing.)
It got me thinking about how much I enjoy Mosaic in Tunisian Crochet too. I also am missing my class I was going to be teaching this weekend on Tunisian Colorplay, this is one of the things we play with.
Mosaic Tunisian Crochet is just really 2 techniques combined together. One is using drop double crochet, as my Next Steps in Tunisian Crochet classes know, it brings color down a row (or two). The second technique is yarn overs, as my lace classes know, put holes in your work. Combine those together, and [BAM] you have Tunisian Mosaic Crochet!
I love when you combine 2 techniques you already know, and learn they are the basis for another technique!
If you want to play along with me, go grab one of the charts from the Tournament of Stitches. It can be either the knit or crochet. You want the chart, not the stitch diagram.
Tips and Tricks
1. Each box in the chart counts as 1 Tunisian Simple Stitch.
2. The very first color on the chart tells you what color to use in the whole row.
3. A whole row of boxes represents 1 row in Tunisian (the forward and return).
4. The Forward Pass has all the excitement, the Return is just work loops off as normal.
5. Use only 1 color per row.
6. If the box is the same color as your yarn, then either place a TSS or a Tunisian Double Crochet.
7. If the box is not the color of your yarn, then do a YO.
Check out my video to see those tips in action.
Let me know if you give it a try! I found it to be really fun. It was a great brain yoga session for me. Hope you love it!
Peanut Top Down Hat
Need a hat in a jiffy? This pattern is for you. Easily can be made in one night and customized
for all your loved ones. This free pattern is the baby, child, and adult version of the mini hat ornament. 
Solomon's Knot Cuff
Option 1
Copper Thread Version
Gold Wire beaded Version
Mini Crochet Hats
It's that time of year again when your list of gifts to give get longer and your time to make something gets smaller. I love making things for everyone on my list, but I know I can't get them all done. That's when I grab my crochet hook and try to whip up something fun and that is also quick. This year I have a few gifts that I made and can share with you.
First up are these very simple Mini Crochet Hats. They can be used for ornaments, gift tags, gift card holders, or even as a doll hat.
Supplies
-Worsted Weight Acrylic Yarn (I used mini balls from Knit Picks Brava), 22yds total (8 yds of the Main Color, 6 yds of Color A, 4 yds of Color B and C)
-I/9 (5.5mm) hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors
Finished Size
Around 2" wide and 3" tall
Gauge
Not critical, if yours is larger or smaller it still will be cute!
Pattern
Make an adjustable ring with Main Color.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc in ring, pull ring closed, sl st to first sc, do not turn. (8 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 2 hdc in each sc around, sl st to first hdc, do not turn. (16 hdc)
Rnd 3: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), dc in next hdc, *2 dc in next hdc, dc in next 3 hdc; repeat from * around to last 2 sts, 2 dc in next hdc, dc in last hdc, sl st to top of beg ch-3, do not turn. (20 dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), dc in each dc around, sl st to top of beg ch-3, fasten off main color. (20 dc)
Rnd 5: Join Color A with a sl st in any st, ch 1 (does not count as a st), hdc in same st as join, hdc in each dc around, sl st to first hdc, fasten off A. (20 hdc)
Rnd 6: Join Color B with a sc in any st, sc in each hdc around, sl st to first sc, fasten off B. (20 sc)
Rnd 7: Join Color C with a sc in any st, sc in each sc around, sl st to first sc, fasten off C. (20 sc).
Finishing
Weave in all ends
Make 1.5" pom pom with Colors A, B, and C
Sew pom pom to top of hat
Want to make these in person with me? I am teaching Learn to Crochet Top Down Hats at the Mt Lebanon Library this Saturday at 10:30am. It is part of my current series of classes on Learn to Crochet. All you need is basic knowledge of how to single crochet and double crochet. I bring the yarn and hooks. Registration is at their website.
Looking for this hat in Adult and Child size? Come back next week for the pattern.
Looking for more quick gifts? Check out my wonderful friend, Marly Bird, and her 24 Days of Quickies. And come back tomorrow for another quick gift from me! You can also check out Marly Bird's Facebook Page where we will be chatting about my next quick gift tomorrow at noon.
Sabine Solomon's Knot Shawl
Notions: 
Sizes: 
Inspired by the diagonal bracing of the old Wabash Bridge in Pittsburgh, this shawl is worked on the diagonal to create its unique pattern. Edging on shawl is essentially all buttonholes. Thus, allowing you freedom to chose where you want to button the shawl and create your own look. Pattern includes stitch diagram of the entire panel and joining method. Video Tutorials of the shaping and joining method.
Yarn:
Stunning String Plump (CYCA #3), 100% Superwash Merino Wool, 275 yds/ 100g: Tuscan Lavender, 3 (3, 4) hanks
Hook:
G/6(4mm), G/7(4.5mm), H/8 (5mm) hk or hk needed to obtain gauge
Notions:
Yarn Needle, Spray Bottle Rust-Proof Pins, (8) 1” dia buttons
Stitches Used:
ch Chain
sl st Slip Stitch
sc Single Crochet
dc Double Crochet
tr Treble Crochet
dtr Double Treble
tch Turning Chain
ch-sp Chain Space
Gauge:
4 rows = 4”, 4.5”, or 5” on the vertical or horizontal edge.
Finished Size:
Shawl is 52.5 (58.75, 65)” by 14 (16, 17.75)”. Sized for S/M, L/XL, and 2X/3X. Shown in S/M.
Notes:
1. S/M size uses smallest hook and gauge, L/XL uses middle size hook and gauge, 2X/3X uses largest hook and gauge
2. Shawl converts to shrug or poncho by using the buttons to close the rectangle. For the shrug, button long edge to form sleeves. For the poncho, button short edge to long edge to form neckline.
3. Project is worked on the bias (diagonal).
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Falls Ravine Vest
Extremely lightweight vest floats around your body and can be styled in many ways. Crocheted lace is made from a quickly repeating wave pattern. Pattern includes written directions for 3 sizes. Video tutorial assists in special stitches. Stitch diagrams of stitch pattern and armhole shaping included.
Yarn:
Stunning String Twinkle (CYCA #1), 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 20% Nylon, 5% Silver Stellina 435 yds/ 100g:
Stone, 2 (3, 3) hanks
Hook:
E/4 (3.5mm) hk or hk needed to obtain gauge
Notions:
Yarn Needle, Spray Bottle and Rust-Proof Pins
Stitches Used:
ch Chain
sl st Slip Stitch
sc Single Crochet
hdc Half Double Crochet
dc Double Crochet
tr Treble Crochet
tch Turning Chain
ch-sp Chain Space
Gauge:
1 stitch repeat (23 sts) = 3.75”; 10 rows = 4.5”
Finished Size:
Vest is 37.5 (48.75, 60)” (95, 124, 152.5 cm) in width and 26.25” (66.5 cm) in length. Sized for XS/S, M/L, and XL/2X. Shown in M/L.
Beehner Tunisian Hat
Adorable pops of color freckle this hat by using Tunisian Reverse Stitches. Work hat in the round with 2 Tunisian Crochet hooks for minimal ends to weave in. Pattern includes directions for both ponytail and standard hats. Video tutorials assist in the foundation, stitch pattern, decreases, and bind off. Stitch diagrams of stitch pattern and crown shaping included for each size.
Yarn:
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash (CYCA #4), 100% Superwash Merino; 220 yds/ 100g:
A: Graphite Effects, 70 (75, 85, 90) yds
B: Tangerine
C: Raspberry
D: Lemon
30 (35, 40, 45) yds each
Stitches Used:
Notes:
4. Hat can be worked in any number of colors. Pattern written with the main color (A) on forward pass, and contrasting colors (B, C, or D) on return pass. 
