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Halloween Crochet Costumes

Let’s use our favorite craft to make amazing Halloween costume pieces! They don’t have to be enormously elaborate to be adorable or clever, and you have plenty of time to whip up some of these items before the end of the month. So dig into your stash and find some forgotten yarn, sit in a well lit spot and make the cutest costume for yourself or someone you love!

I’m going to break this post down into sections on types of items so the ideas have some organization!

Crowns

There are plenty of great patterns out there for crochet crowns. Crochet crowns are much more comfortable than any plastic one you get from the store, and you could even hot glue some sparkle on if that’s your jam.

Let’s start off with one of mine: The Marian Crown! You can use this for an All Saints’ Day Blessed Mother costume, but you could absolutely make it for any princess, prince, queen, king, etc! This is particularly fast, you could make a toddler size in an hour or so.

Here is another one from Crochet365, it’s cute and has sizing from baby to adult!

Creatures

How cute would it be to make this lil frog to carry dressed as a princess for a Princess and the Frog costume? Little Crochet Farm has so many cute, small amigurumi patterns, and this one is very beginner friendly. Think about other critters you could make as an accessory to add detail to a costume.

Put together two amazing crochet patterns to create a dragon costume! Green Fox Farms created this unique dragon tail keyhole scarf that is so cute! Pair it with a dragon hat like this one and you have a cozy costume.

So many animal hats! There are lots of patterns for cute animal hats! Here are some of my favorites:

This Sheep Hat by Daisy Farm Crafts is such a sweet pattern! She actually even has a vest to go with it to make a full costume. She always has beautiful patterns.

Plenty of cat and bear hat patterns, those would whip up in a snap! I like this cat one from Nana’s Crafty Home.

This monkey hat by the Friendly Red Fox is so cute! I love the braided ties that it has. I think if you pair this with a brown sweatsuit, you could easily make a brown tail to add to the pants. This would be such a cute, comfortable monkey costume.

Another one from Daisy Farm Crafts: a cow hat! It’s so adorable and she has sizing information all the way from baby to adult. All these animals, you could have the whole family be a little farm!

Jobs/Character

Police Baby hat from Posh Patterns is a cute one! There is also a really sweet one with a diaper cover and itty bitty handcuffs on ravelry by Jessica Gammon.

There is a great Kim Guzman design for free on the Yarnspirations site for a pirate costume!

Krissy’s Over the Mountain Crochet has a sailor hat sized baby to child that I bet you could easily make an adult version, it looks pretty simple!

The Twisted Hatter has a great catalog of intricate patterns if you wanted to take on a bigger project. Large hooded characters and unique hats for things from aliens to jellyfish to plants!

Halloween Theme Costumes

There are plenty of pumpkin hats out there! When my daughter was a baby, I dressed all in green and twirled silk ivy in my hair, then carried her in a green baby wrap wearing a pumpkin hat for trick or treat at my alma mater high school! It was so sweet and easy. Did I just spend 30 minutes looking for a photo of that and come up empty handed? Yep.

Anyways here are some great pumpkin hats: Hooded Pumpkin Cowl by Briana K Designs is a pretty pattern! I love how realistic the stem looks on this one.

Crochet 365 has their crochet pumpkin hat that is a little more basic but just as sweet and it has all sizes so you could make an entire pumpkin patch of hats!

Crochetverse also has some great costume pieces as well as full costumes. The bride of Frankenstein wig hat is my favorite here!

Witch hats are another great Halloween costume item to make! I like this velvet crochet witch hat pattern from Gleeful Things.

I hope you found something amazing to make with one of these patterns! In the past it was quite easy to run to Joann for fabrics to make a costume, this year I’m sure there are many people mourning that. Maybe crochet is the answer! (as it is for so many things, haha!)

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Christmas Bloom Bonnet

Yes, it’s high summertime. Yes, it’s hot. But my true crafters know…….. July is a great time to do a few Christmas projects! When the fall gets here, many new patterns get released and ideas form and we start projects and then Christmas gets here and WE ARE NOT READY. It’s nice to get ahead with a few things in July.

SO let’s make a Christmas Bloom Bonnet! The available sizes are Infant to Child. This textured, striped pattern has a floral design similar to a poinsettia. I love poinsettias and I tried SO many different ways to make one work in this design! I like how this turned out and it would be equally pretty in any colors.

Welcome to my blog for the Christmas in July Make Along hosted by Underground Crafter! I hope you’re enjoying the event! For my feature day, today, July 6th, 2025, you can get the Christmas Bloom Bonnet for 50% off! Head to ravelry and use the code CIJHOP to get yours, or use the free version here as long as you like! Read on for more information about the Make Along and the pattern below!

Head over to the Underground Crafters Facebook group so you can join in on the Make Along! There are so many cool prizes as well! So definitely go to the Facebook group so you can tag your makes and enter to win prizes like amigurumi safety noses, a yarn bowl, yarn, hand balm, a pin, and crafting books! The giveaway ends August 4th so you have plenty of time!

Okay, so let’s make a sweet bonnet for the season! Of course, you can use whatever colors you like, but the stitches really show beautifully in these Christmas colors. You’ll need a 5.5 mm hook, worsted yarn and basic items like a tapestry needle to weave in ends, scissors, and a measuring tape. Use your favorite acrylic worsted yarn for easy care. There are 4 sizes: infant, baby, toddler, and child.

Supplies

  • CYC 4 worsted yarn: color A: red: 60 yards, color B: white: 50 yards, color C: green: 60 yards (sample is acrylic worsted yarn)
  • crochet hook US size I (5.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
  • tapestry sewing needle
  • scissors and measuring tape/gauge ruler

Notes

  • Stitch counts are marked in [ ] at the end of each row, with different sizing in parentheses as follows: Infant: 0-6 months, (Baby: 6-12 months, Toddler: 1-3 years, Child: 4-10 yrs)
  • Turning chains do not count as stitches.
  • There is a RS (right side) noted in Row 5.
  • Color changes are noted as “with color x,” at the beginning of the rows. If there is not a color noted, you are continuing with the color from the previous row. I like to change colors by finishing the final stitch of the previous color with the new color.

Abbreviations (US terms)

  • ch = chain
  • st/sts = stitch/stitches
  • sk = skip
  • sc = single crochet
  • dc = double crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • dec = hdc two stitches together

Special Stitches

  • puff = yo, insert hook, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook, yo, insert hook, pull up a loop, pull through 2 loops on hook, yo, pull through remaining 3 loops
  • FSC= foundation single crochet: ch 3, insert hook in 3rd ch from hook, *pull up a loop, yo, pull through one loop on hook, yo, pull through two loops, insert hook in st made by bold section above, repeat from *

Gauge Swatch

4 in by 4 in swatch = 13 sts in 12 rows

Row 1: With color B ch 24, turn, sc 2nd st from hook and each st across

Row 2: With color C, ch 2, *sk 2 sts, (puff, ch 1, puff) in next st, repeat from * until 2 sts remain, sk st, dc last st, turn.[14 puff, 1 dc]

Row 3: With color A, ch 2, *sk 2 sts, 3 puff in ch-1 sp, repeat from * across until 2 sts remain, sk st, dc last st, turn.[21 puff, 1 dc]

Row 4: With color B: ch 1, sc in between each puff st across, sc into turning ch, turn.[23 sc]

Row 5: Ch 1, sc each st across, turn.[23 sc]

Rows 6-13: Repeat rows 2-5, respectively.

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Written Instructions

Size: Infant: 0-6 months, (Baby: 6-12 months, Toddler: 1-3 years, Child: 4-10 yrs)

ALL SIZES

Row 1: With color A, FSC 38 (44, 50, 56). [38 (44, 50, 56 sc)]

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc each st across. [38 (44, 50, 56 sc)]

Row 3: With color B, ch 1, turn, sc each st across. [38 (44, 50, 56 sc)]

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc each st across. [38 (44, 50, 56 sc)]

Row 5: With color C, ch 2, *sk 2 sts, (puff, ch 1, puff) in next st, repeat from * until 2 sts remain, sk st, dc last st, turn. [24 (28, 32, 36 puff), 1 dc] Place marker in middle of this row to mark the RS.

Row 6: With color A, ch 2, *sk 2 sts, 3 puff in ch-1 sp, repeat from * across until 2 sts remain, sk st, dc last st, turn. [36 (42, 48, 54 puff), 1 dc]

Row 7: With color B: ch 1, sc in between each puff st across, sc into turning ch, turn. [38 (44, 50, 56 sc)]

Row 8: Ch 1, sc each st across, turn.

Continue below to appropriate size.

Infant

Rows 9-16: Repeat rows 5-8 respectively.

Row 17: With color A, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 25 hdc]

Row 18: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 7 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [4 dec, 23 hdc]

Row 19: With color B, hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [6 dec, 15 hdc]

Row 20: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 13 hdc]

Row 21: With color A, hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [4 dec, 9 hdc]

Continue to page 8 for neckband

Baby

Rows 9-16: Repeat rows 5-8 respectively.

Row 17: With color A, hdc each st across. [44 hdc]

Row 18: With color B, hdc each st across. [44 hdc]

Row 19: With color A, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 31 hdc]

Row 20:With color B, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 25 hdc]

Row 21: With color A, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 19 hdc]

Row 22: With color B, hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 18 hdc]

Row 23: With color A, hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, dec, hdc next st, dec, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [6 dec, 9 hdc]

Continue to page 8 for neckband

Toddler

Rows 9-20: Repeat rows 5-8 respectively.

Row 21: With color A, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [8 dec, 33 hdc]

Row 22: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 31 hdc]

Row 23: With color B, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 22 hdc]

Row 24: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec last 3 sts. [6 dec, 17 hdc]

Row 25: With color A, hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 15 hdc]

Row 26: Hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [4 dec, 11 hdc]

Continue to page 8 for neckband

Child

Rows 9-20: Repeat rows 5-8 respectively.

Row 21-22: With color A, hdc each st across. [56 hdc]

Row 23: With color B, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [10 dec, 35 hdc]

Row 24: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [8 dec, 29 hdc]

Row 25: With color A, hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 25 hdc]

Row 26: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 7 sts, dec,, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [4 dec, 23 hdc]

Row 27: With color B, hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [6 dec, 15 hdc]

Row 28: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 13 hdc]

Row 29: With color A, hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [4 dec, 9 hdc]

Continue to page 8 for neckband

Neckband ALL SIZES

Fold the last hdc row in half and sl st together to close the back of the bonnet, or fasten off and seam together. Fasten off, turn right side out.

Reattach color A in the bottom corner of bonnet (Row 1.) Sc 44( 48, 54, 60) evenly across the bottom of bonnet, working approximately 1 st in the end of each row, ch 1, turn. Continue for 4 rows of single crochet for Infant and Baby sizes, 6 rows for Toddler and Child. Do not fasten off.

Create ties: Ch 27, sl st each ch across, then sl st along bottom of bonnet (where you just completed the single crochet rows) to opposite corner. Ch 27, sl st each ch across, fasten off and weave in ends.

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Father’s Day Crochet Bookmark

I’m thrilled to join Green Fox Farms Designs this year for her Father’s Day Blog Hop! I think it is such wonderful idea because crochet patterns to make for men aren’t as easy to find as those for women and children. It’s not so hard to find patterns for winter accessories, but, personally, I’m not gifting winter accessories in June in Pennsylvania! I wanted to go light for this project, and designing with crochet thread is one of my favorite things to do, so that led me to create this bookmark pattern! The bookmark features a tapestry crochet section that says “Daddy” and there is a variation that you could make that says “grandpa” as well!

The Father’s Day Blog Hop runs May 24th, 2025, through June 7th, 2025. There are 15 patterns and most of them are available as a free download on their feature day. You can also buy all the patterns in one convenient bundle which is only available during the blog hop.

What are you making?? I think I want to make the sunglasses case for my husband and maybe the dad cap for my dad. I also love the gamer eye mask but I don’t think my husband would use it; it’s adorable, though!

Okay, let’s get to it!

Supplies

  • Size 10 crochet thread, any 2 colors, approx 70 yards of each.
  • Size 1.65 mm crochet hook
  • Tapestry needle and scissors
  • Fabric stiffener, like Aleene’s Fabric Stiffening Spray, t-pins, and a blocking mat

I used size 10 Curio thread from Crochet.com! I love this thread, the colors are so pretty, I wish they had even more colors! I used the colors Clarity and Bahama (I think they replaced this color!)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

ch = chain

dc = double crochet

sl st = slip stitch

st/sts = stitch/stitches

sp = space

sc = single crochet

( ) = complete these instructions in one stitch

* = indicates where to begin repeat from

Notes

  • For the best look to achieve a flat bookmark, you’ll need to stiffen it. I use Aleene’s Fabric Stiffening Spray and t-pins on a blocking mat.
  • Stitch counts are marked at the end of each row with [ ] except for tapestry section where each row is 63 stitches
  • Finished dimensions: 2 in by 6.5 in
  • Beginning chains count as stitches for the stitch counts.
  • You may carry the thread behind the stitches in order to minimize end weaving. When you reach the last st of each row using color B, tuck color B onto the other side so that you may pick it back up when you reach the first st using color B on the next row.

Gauge

Gauge is not really necessary for this pattern. Personally, I find the smallest hook I can handle for the thread size produces the best, tightly stitched look. If you desire to gauge swatch: 12 sts in 13 rows of single crochet = 1 inch

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Written Instructions

Tapestry portion Daddy

For the tapestry crochet section, there are two set up rows:

Row 1: With color A, ch 64, sc 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, ch 1, turn. [63 sc]

Row 2: Sc each st across, ch 1, turn. [63 sc]

After the set up rows, you’ll be continuing in sc each st, with a ch-1 and turn at the end of each row. A represents color A and B is for color B. A 4 means crochet 1 sc in each of the next four stitches with color A. You can also use the provided chart for this part.

Row 3: A 63

Row 4: A 51, B 5, A 7

Row 5: A 6, B 7, A 50

Row 6: A 49, B 3, A 3, B 2, A 6

Row 7: A 6, B 2, A 4, B 2, A 49

Row 8: A 55, B 2, A 6

Row 9: A 6, B 2, A 55

Row 10: A 5, B 5, A 10, B 3, A 1, B 2, A 4, B 3, A 2, B 2, A 4, B 3, A 2, B 2, A 4, B 5, A 6

Row 11: A 6, B 6, A, 3, B 8, A 3, B 8, A 3, B 7, A6, B 8, A 5

Row 12: A 5, B 2, A 3, B 4, A 4, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 3, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 3, A 3, B 3, A 1, B 3, A 6

Row 13: A 6, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 4, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 4, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 3, A 5, B 2, A 5

Row 14: A 5, B 2, A 6, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 4, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 4, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 6

Row 15: A 6, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 3, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 3, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 2 A 6, B 2, A 5

Row 16: A 5, B 2, A 6, B 2, A 4, B 5, A 5, B 7, A 4, B 7, A 3, B 2, A 3, B 3, A 5

Row 17: A 5, B 2, A 9, B 2, A 1, B 3, A 5, B 2, A 1, B 3, A 7, B 3, A 5, B 2, A 6, B 2, A 5

Row 18: A 5, B 2, A 6, B 2, A 19, B 2, A 9, B 2, A 16

Row 19: A 16, B 2, A 9, B 2, A 20, B 2, A 5, B 2, A 5

Row 20: A 5, B 2, A 5, B 2, A 20, B 2, A 9, B 2, A 16

Row 21: A 15, B 3, A 8, B 3, A 20, B 10, A 4

Row 22: A 4, B 8, A 23, B 2, A 9, B 2, A 15

Row 23: A 63

Row 24: A 63

Row 25: A 63

Next, crochet the lace on the ends of the bookmark:

Row 1: With color A, sc in the end of each row, turn. Change to color B. [25 sc]

Row 2: Ch 2, sk 2 sts {(dc, ch 1, dc) next st, sk 2 sts}, repeat { } twice, then (dc, ch 1, dc) next st, sk st, repeat { } three times, (dc, ch 1, dc), sk st, dc last st, turn. [ 18 dc]

Row 3: Ch 2, (dc, ch 1, dc) in each ch -1 sp until last, dc, last st, turn. [18 dc]

Row 4: Repeat row 3, fasten off, weave in ends. [18 dc]

Repeat on other end of bookmark.

Charts

Blocking and Assembly

Pin to the blocking mat to desired shape. Spray from about 6-10 inches away with fabric stiffening spray, or pour some of the spray liquid into a small cup and paint the liquid on.

Thanks so much for coming to my blog! If you like thread crochet, check out my pattern library here! I have an awesome summer earring collection that is perfect for this time of year.

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Fields Bonnet

Let’s make a bonnet! I adore the look of a bonnet on a little one! They have a sweetness about them and they keep little ones’ ears warm. I also enjoy using the sedge stitch. I love the ease of this stitch, as well as the nice even texture of it. I’ve found myself gravitating to improvise baby blankets with this stitch over the years, I even did a big chunky blanket for my 8 year old this past Christmas with it. I decided to design this bonnet with it, perfect for a chilly spring day!

It’s time for a blog hop!!!! Kristine at Ambassador Crochet is hosting a Baby Shower Blog Hop from Sunday, April 27th to Saturday, May 24th! 4 weeks of awesome baby patterns! You can get the bundle right here! This will get you ALL the patterns for a low cost, and this is a great option specifically for this blog hop because about half the patterns are 50% off downloads and half are free. May 11th, 2025, you can get 50% off this pattern! Follow this link to the blog hop roundup where you can get the discount code!

Let’s talk some more about the sedge stitch! This stitch is very easy to learn. After you create your chain, each sedge stitch is a single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet in the same stitch, then skip two stitches. It creates a gentle texture that I really like. The stitches end up slanting together so it is a slightly dense fabric even though you are skipping stitches.

For this easy baby bonnet crochet pattern, I chose to use easy to care for acrylic yarn. I’m sure it would be lovely in a nice superwash wool, but generally for little ones I tend to go for a soft acrylic instead. I tend to buy Lion Brand’s acrylic yarn. For this I used their Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling which I think is super soft and I like the colors and the price! I also think if you used their Heartland line that would be a good match for this pattern, too.

This pattern has a PDF downloadable file available on ravelry, Etsy, and LoveCrafts. The pattern file is 7 pages and has more photos and charts than I put here in the blog post, but all the written instructions are exactly the same as below. Personally, I love to be able to print a pattern for easy couch crochet, but I know that not everyone can purchase a pattern and I’m happy to offer patterns here on my website and let the advertisers pay for them! Bookmark this page and come back over and over to complete your baby bonnet!

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Supplies

  • CYC 4 worsted yarn: 100-150 yards (sample is Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch in color Sage)
  • crochet hook US size J (6 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
  • tapestry sewing needle
  • scissors and measuring tape/gauge ruler

Abbreviations

ch = chain

st/sts = stitch/stitches

sc = single crochet

dc = double crochet

sl st = slip stitch

hdc = half double crochet

sedge stitch = *single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet in the same stitch, sk 2 sts, repeat from *

(noted as {sc, hdc, dc} within pattern)

dec = hdc two stitches together

Gauge Swatch

4 in by 4 in swatch = 6 sedge stitches in 6 rows of sedge stitch

Notes


Stitch counts are marked in [ ] at the end of each row.

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Written Instructions

Size: Infant: 0-6 months, (Baby: 6-12 months, Toddler: 1-3 years, Child: 4-10 yrs)

ALL SIZES

Row 1: Ch 38 ( 44, 50, 56), {sc, hdc, dc} 2nd ch from hook, sk next 2 sts, *{sc, hdc, dc} next st, sk next 2 sts, repeat from* until last st, sc last st. [12( 14, 16, 18) sedge sts, 1 sc]

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, *{sc, hdc, dc} first st, sk next 2 sts, repeat from* until last st, sc last st. [12 (14, 16, 18) sedge sts, 1 sc]

Rows 3-11 (13, 15, 17): Repeat Row 2

Continue below to appropriate size.

Infant

Row 12: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 25 hdc]

Row 13: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 7 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [4 dec, 23 hdc]

Row 14: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [6 dec, 15 hdc]

Row 15: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 13 hdc]

Row 16: Hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [4 dec, 9 hdc]

Continue to neckband instructions below

Baby

Row 14: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 31 hdc]

Row 15: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 25 hdc]

Row 16: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 19 hdc]

Row 17: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 18 hdc]

Row 18: Hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, dec, hdc next st, dec, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [6 dec, 9 hdc]

Continue to neckband instructions below

Toddler

Row 16: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [8 dec, 33 hdc]

Row 17: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 5 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 31 hdc]

Row 18: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 22 hdc]

Row 19: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec last 3 sts. [6 dec, 17 hdc]

Row 20: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 15 hdc]

Row 21: Hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [4 dec, 11 hdc]

Continue to neckband instructions below

Child

Row 18: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [10 dec, 35 hdc]

Row 19: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [8 dec, 29 hdc]

Row 20: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [6 dec, 25 hdc]

Row 21: Hdc first 4 sts, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc next 7 sts, dec,, dec, hdc next 4 sts, dec, hdc last 4 sts. [4 dec, 23 hdc]

Row 22: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [6 dec, 15 hdc]

Row 23: Hdc first 3 sts, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 3 sts, dec, hdc last 3 sts. [4 dec, 13 hdc]

Row 24: Hdc first 2 sts, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc next st, dec, hdc next 2 sts, dec, hdc last 2 sts. [4 dec, 9 hdc]

Continue to neckband instructions below

Neckband ALL SIZES

Fold the last hdc row in half and sl st together to close the back of the bonnet. Fasten off, turn right side out.

Reattach the yarn in the bottom corner of bonnet (Row 1.) Sc evenly across the bottom of bonnet, ch 1, turn. Continue for 4 rows of single crochet for Infant and baby sizes, 6 rows for toddler and child. Do not fasten off.

Create ties: Ch 27, sl st each ch across, then sl st along bottom of bonnet (where you just completed the single crochet rows) to opposite corner. Ch 27, sl st each ch across, fasten off and weave in ends.

I hope you loved making this easy baby bonnet crochet pattern. It’s perfect for keeping a little one warm on a cool spring day. Please reach out to me if you have any struggles with the pattern! My social links are listed below so you can contact me. I’d love to see your finished bonnet, so tag me on Instagram!

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Chunky Fingerless Mittens

If you need to keep your fingers busy and your hands warm, make these chunky fingerless mittens! This pattern is called the Minimalist Mitts. I made a small size in a little over an hour! These would make a great gift set paired with the matching Minimalist Headband!

The set together was available in the Winter Sets Blog Hop hosted by Sandra Stitches in January 2025. You can still head to the blog round up to find a great selection of winter sets.

Some more pattern details! The pattern is written for 3 adult sizes, small, medium, and large. You’ll be working tight stitches with the thick yarn to keep it nice and warm! The pattern details call for an 8 and 9 mm hook, but definitely plan that you may need to go down to a 7 and 8 instead. You’ll need one skein of Lion Brand Yarn Wool Ease Thick and Quick. Several testers also had nice results with Bernat Blanket yarn. I also used the Bernat when I was testing the sizing and when I put that on my husband’s large hand he thought it felt so nice. Making these chunky fingerless mittens is a fun and fast project, I hope you love them!

The pattern for the mitts is below, free to use on the blog, and you can also zip here to the blog post containing the free matching headband I also offer the premium PDF in my pattern shops. This one includes 2 pages of photo tutorial to help with the half double crochet 3rd loop stitches, and of course, makes for easier offline crochet sessions.

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Supplies

  • 100 yards super bulky (CYC 6) yarn, sample set is Lion Brand Yarn Wool Ease Thick-n-Quick
  • crochet hook size 8 mm AND 9 mm or sizes needed to obtain gauge
  • tapestry sewing needle
  • scissors and measuring tape

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • st/sts = stitch/stitches
  • BLO = back loop only
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • hdc in the 3rd loop = half double crochet in the 3rd loop on the working side
  • hdc 2 tog = half double crochet 2 sts together

Gauge Swatch

4 in by 4 in swatch, with 9 mm hook

10 sts in 8 rows of the pattern repeat which is:

*hdc, hdc in the third loop, repeat from * across

Notes

  • Finished dimensions: small 6.5 in tall, 4 in wide, medium: 7.5 in tall, 5 in wide, large 8 in tall, 5.5 in wide
  • Sizes are denoted by parentheses: small (medium/large.)
  • Stitch counts are marked at the end of each row in {brackets}.
  • Pattern is worked flat at the wrist, then seamed and finished in the round.
  • Do not turn after the first round, turn after all other rounds.
  • Ch 1 counts as a hdc in all hdc rounds.

Written Instructions

Small (medium, large)

with 8mm hook

Row 1: Ch 7 (8, 9), sc second ch from hook and each st until last, sl st last st, ch 1, turn. {5 (6, 7) sc, 1 sl st}

Row 2: Sl st BLO first st, sc BLO each st across, ch 1, turn. {5 (6, 7) sc BLO, 1 sl st BLO}

Row 3: Sc BLO each st across until last, sl st BLO last st, ch 1, turn. {5 (6, 7) sc BLO, 1 sl st BLO}

Rows 4-17 (19, 21): Repeat rows 2 and 3 respectively.

Sl st BLO of row 17 (19, 21) to row 1, switch to 9mm hook and turn right side out.

Round 1: Ch 1, sc 18 (20, 22) sts in the end of each row (placing 1 in the seam), sl st to beg sc, do not turn. {sc 18 (20, 22)}

Round 2: Ch 1, hdc each st around, sl st to beg hdc to join, ch 1, turn. {hdc 18 (20, 22)}

Round 3-6 (7, 8): Hdc in the 3rd loop first st, *hdc next st, hdc in the 3rd loop next st, repeat from * around, sl st to join, ch 1, turn. {hdc 9 (10, 11), hdc in the 3rd loop 9 (10, 11)}

Round 7 (8, 9): Hdc in the 3rd loop and hdc next st together, *hdc in the 3rd loop next st, hdc next st repeat from * around until last st, hdc in the 3rd loop last st, sl st to join, ch 1, turn. {hdc 8 (9, 10), hdc in the 3rd loop 8 (9, 10), 1 hdc 2 tog}

Continue for left mitten:

Round 8 (9, 10): Hdc first 3 sts, ch 3, sk 2 sts, hdc each st around, sl st to join, ch 1, turn. {hdc 15 (17, 19)}

Round 9 (10, 11): Sc each st around [sc 3 in ch-3 space], sl st to join, ch 1, turn. {sc 18 (20, 22)}

Round 10 (11, 12): Sc 2 tog, sc each st around, sl st to join, fasten off, weave in ends. {sc 17 (19, 21)}

Continue for right mitten:

Round 8 (9, 10): Hdc first 12 sts, ch 3, sk 2 sts, hdc each st around, sl st to join, ch 1, turn. {hdc 15 (17, 19)}

Round 9 (10, 11): Sc each st around [sc 3 in ch-3 space], sl st to join, ch 1, turn. {sc 18 (20, 22)}

Round 10 (11, 12): Sc 2 tog, sc each st around, sl st to join, fasten off, weave in ends. {sc 17 (19, 21)}

Okay, now go make a matching headband! I wear this headband often because it is so comfortable. I designed it so that it tapers at the neck and isn’t bulky back there, but the thick yarn is still very warm on your head and ears!

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Easy Granny Stitch Cowl Pattern

Oh the drama when you see a great pattern and realize none of the yarns you have on hand will work for it! Should you look for a new pattern? Buy yarn? Use yarns held together? You won’t have any drama with this granny stitch cowl pattern! You can use ANY yarn for it! It’s made using measurements and relative gauge, so you can truly use whatever you like for this versatile project. I’m updating this post and I just made another cowl for a little girl, because I wanted it to be finished quickly and I knew I could use the bulky yarn I had on hand!

I like using the granny stitch, though I don’t often make granny squares. I think I dislike that you get all the squares finished and then have to block and sew them. I have TWO garments that I made all the squares for and then just left them in a project bag. Are you like me? Anyone?! Well, we can still use the quick and versatile granny stitch. In this cowl, you’ll use the granny stitch in turned rounds to make a cowl! I created this pattern so you can have it in your library and whip one of these up with whatever yarn you’ve got. Scraps? Perfect. Self-striping? Awesome. Saturated tonal? Stunning. Variegated? Delightful. You can use CYC weights 1 through 6 to create this cowl, they’ll just lay differently based on what the fiber content and weight is, but the pattern design will create the appropriate shape.

When I started really diving into crochet and developing a style and growing a yarn stash, I made a granny triangle scarf that turned out so pretty. I ended up joining it together on the ends to make a cowl. This was after making a triangle, I just sewed it together kind of higgledy-piggledy. It looked great in the front but not so much around the back of the neck. I think that was 4 years ago, and here I am finally making that concept a reality with this granny stitch cowl pattern. This, however, looks lovely in the back as well!

Let’s dive in for some of the particulars for this design. You really do not need to gauge swatch to try to meet a particular gauge, since we are using measurements as we go in this pattern. However, you may want to make a swatch to test the drape with your selected yarn and hook size, to get the desired drape. You’ll be using granny stitch, so make your gauge swatch in granny stitch. There is a different gauge swatch for each yarn weight. Use the hook size to get your desired look and drape. If you want to have a relaxed cowl that drapes daintily, you’ll want a larger hook size. If you want the cowl to sit up more stiffly next to the face to keep warm, use a smaller hook size. You need a tape measure to make this pattern, because you’ll be measuring as you go to get the appropriate sizing.

You can use the pattern here on the blog anytime for free! Bookmark the page and come back each time you pick up your work. If that doesn’t work for you, consider purchasing the PDF. I truly think this is one of those basic patterns you come back to again and again, and it’s versatile for style and yarn choice. Add it to your library in ravelry or purchase on Etsy. Okay, let’s get to it!

Abbreviations (US Terms):

  • ch = chain stitch
  • st/sts = stitch/stitches
  • sk = skip
  • dc = double crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • sp = space
  • MR = magic ring
  • beg = beginning
  • granny sp = space between each granny cluster
  • granny cluster = 3 dc

Special Stitches:

  • beg dec = ch 3, dc next granny sp
  • dec = dc each of next two granny sp

Supplies:

  • 100-450 yards yarn in desired size (samples as follows)
  • crochet hook sized to desired drape of yarn selected (samples as follows, see notes for details)
    • CYC 1: 3.25mm hook
    • CYC 2: 4mm hook
    • CYC 3: 5mm hook
    • CYC 4: 6mm hook
    • CYC 5: 9mm hook
    • CYC 6: 11mm hook
  • tapestry sewing needle
  • scissors and measuring tape

Gauge Swatch:

CYC 1: 4 in by 4 in swatch = 8.5 granny clusters in 17 granny rows

CYC 2: 4 in by 4 in swatch = 7 granny clusters in 14 granny rows

CYC 3: 4 in by 4 in swatch = 5 granny clusters in 10 rows

CYC 4: 4 in by 4 in swatch = 4 granny clusters in 9 granny rows

CYC 5: 4 in by 4 in swatch = 3 granny clusters in 6 granny rows

CYC 6: 4 in by 4 in swatch = 2.5 granny clusters in 4 granny rows

Notes:

  • Pattern is written to be made using measurements at certain points in the pattern to determine how many stitches, there are no stitch counts for this pattern.
  • Pattern is worked flat and in the round.
  • Finished dimensions: 20-22 in around, 15-17 in tall
  • I prefer a cowl to be a warm winter accessory. If this is being worn more as a fashion accessory, you may add an inch or two to either or both measurements to achieve a roomier cowl that doesn’t sit as close to the neck and face.
  • Think about the type of drape and warmth you want to achieve with your cowl and how the fiber choice affects that. Cotton, for example, is notoriously stiff. A cotton blend yarn, crocheted with a bit tighter hook for the yarn weight would provide a cowl that stays upright easily to cover your face. If you used a larger hook, however, with an acrylic fiber of the same weight yarn, it would drape beautifully but would not stand up in quite the same way.
  • Modification for a children’s size: 14 inches for the triangle measurement and 3 inches for the chain measurement.
  • Beg dec and dec each count as a granny cluster, so in rounds 3 and 5- end you’ll be working in the granny sp between the decreases.

Written Instructions for the Granny Stitch Cowl Pattern:

Granny Triangle:

Row 1: MR, ch 3, 2 dc into ring, ch 2, 3 dc into ring, pull ring closed, turn.

Row 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, sk 2 sts, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in ch 2-sp, sk 2 sts, 3 dc in last st, turn.

Row 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, 3 dc in each granny sp until ch-2 sp (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in ch 2-sp, 3 dc in each granny sp until last st, 3 dc in last st, turn.

Repeat row 3 until long edge of triangle reaches approximately 16 inches.

Do not fasten off. Ch approximately 4 inches in multiples of 3. For example, fingering (CYC 1) sample was 30 chains = 4 in.

Sl st to opposite corner of triangle, turn.

Round 1: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, *sk 3 sts, 3 dc next st, repeat from * until end of chain, continue around granny triangle as above, sl st to top of beg ch 3, turn.

Round 2: Beg dec, 3 dc in each granny sp around granny triangle as above, dec at other end of triangle, 3 dc in each granny sp to end of straight row part, sl st to top of beg ch 3, turn.

Round 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, 3 dc each granny sp around and continue around granny triangle as above, sl st to top of beg ch 3, turn.

Round 4: Beg dec, 3 dc in each granny sp around granny triangle as above, dec at other end of triangle, 3 dc in each granny sp to end of straight row part, sl st to top of beg ch 3, turn.

Round 5-end: Repeat round 3 until desired length.

So what did you think? I thought this was so fun to make and I actually made FIVE (let’s update this to about 8!) of them! Here are the links again to my pattern shops if you need them!

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Welcome! Are you new here!? I’m Priscilla and I like to design patterns for families to coordinate and match! Most of my accessory designs have sizes baby to adult. I also enjoy designing earrings with crochet thread. I offer 30+ patterns freely here on the blog as well as premium PDFs in my pattern shops. Sign up for my email newsletter! I typically send an email every Friday and I share news about crochet events and patterns, yarn sales, etc.

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Sassy Snowflake Earrings

Here we are with the Sassy Snowflake Earrings! I’ve been planning these since the summertime when I designed my summer earring collection! They turned out just as I wanted, delicate little snowflakes to wear all winter long. I hope you enjoy making and wearing them!

These come together in just three rounds of crochet thread. Yes, the final round is a little tricky with all those picot stitches, but I believe in you! I used two brands of thread when making my samples. These white ones are made with Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread size 10. The light blue samples in my pattern photos are WeCrochet Curio size 10 crochet thread in the color Clarity. Several of my testers used metallic thread for theirs and they turned out BEAUTIFUL. I have some of this type of thread but haven’t found time to make them yet!

If you have experience with crochet thread, you can absolutely make these with the written instructions provided for free on the blog. I think a crocheter with experience with larger yarns could also likely handle these with just the written instructions. If you still consider yourself a beginner in any way, you’ll probably need the PDF. It has 2 pages of photo tutorial so you see each step, particularly of that last round. Either way, please contact me if you have any struggles with the pattern! I’d love to help. You can leave a comment or find me on social media!

Get the PDF in ravelry

Additionally, grab some light colored worsted cotton yarn and make an ornament to get a feel for the pattern first! I made two with WeCrochet Dishie yarn and 4.5mm hook and they are quite pretty! These could be a tree ornament, a garland, or a gift decoration. You could even make one and sew it onto a simple beanie pattern.

Supplies

  • Size 10 crochet thread, preferably white or other light colors, approx 20 yards
  • Size 1.65 mm crochet hook
  • Tapestry needle and scissors
  • Earring findings: 2 fishhook style earrings
  • Fabric stiffener, like Aleene’s Fabric Stiffening Spray, t-pins, and a blocking mat
  • Optional: size 6/0 seed beads and beading needle

Stitches (US Terms)

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • st/sts = stitch/stitches
  • dc = double crochet
  • sp = space
  • beg = beginning
  • MR = magic ring
  • picot = ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook
  • puff = (yo, insert hook, pull up a loop) 3 times, yo, pull through all loops on hook

Gauge

Gauge is not really necessary for this pattern. Personally, I find the smallest hook I can handle for the thread size (for earrings) produces the best, tightly stitched look. If you desire to gauge swatch: use double crochet in 5 rows with 11 sts to equal a 1 inch square.

Notes

  • For the best look, stiffen the earrings. I use Aleene’s Fabric Stiffening Spray and t-pins on a blocking mat.
  • May use beading needle and beads to add some sparkle as desired. Do this before blocking.
  • Stitch counts are marked at the end of each round with ( )
  • Finished dimensions: 1.75 in diameter
  • For additional use of pattern, this makes a great ornament! Use some cotton worsted yarn and a 4.5 mm hook. Use starch or fabric stiffener as above.

Written Instructions

Make 2

Round 1: Form a MR, 5 sc into MR, sl st to join. (5 sc)

Round 2: Ch 1, (puff, ch 2, puff, ch 1) each st around, sl st to top of first puff to join. (10 puff)

Round 3: *Sl st into next ch-2 sp, ch 2, picot, ch 2, picot, turn, sl st next 2 sts, picot, sl st next 2 sts, sl st in ch-2 sp, (sc, dc, picot, dc, sc) in next ch-1 sp, repeat from * around. (20 picot, 30 sl st, 10 sc, 10 dc) Fasten off and weave in ends.

Blocking and Assembly

Pin to the blocking mat to desired shape. Spray from about 6-10 inches away with fabric stiffening spray, or pour some of the spray liquid into a small cup and paint the liquid on. Once dry, attach fish hook style earring to top of snowflake.

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Among the Pines Beanie

Grab your favorite worsted yarn and 6mm hook and make stunning beanies for the whole family! This pine tree beanie comes in 7 sizes so you can really customize them. It is a fitted beanie and I think you’ll really love the stitch pattern. I had more testers for this pattern than ever before and it was great to have so much support for the pattern right out of the gate!

I made a dishcloth for my mother-in-law this summer using a new to me stitch method and it was so fun! I knew I wanted to use the method for a design this season and the Among the Pines Beanie came to fruition! My first design idea had a really cute leaf pattern on it, but the lighter yarn made it look to springtime, so I scratched that and started over with some little pine trees. I chose Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch in two colors for my beanies. I love making hats to match with my kids. This yarn is a great basic acrylic and I like the colors available at my local Joann’s.

Let’s dive in a bit: you’ll need between 125 and 200 yards of worsted weight yarn. I find the Lion Brand Basic Stitch that I used to be a true worsted, not too thick or thin. Hook size ranges from 5mm to 6mm. I tend to tight tension and many of my testers met gauge with smaller hooks. You need other basic supplies like a measuring tape, tapestry needle, and scissors.

This pine tree beanie is an intermediate pattern. The cable stitches require some experience, but the PDF in my pattern shops has 3 pages of photo tutorial to help you along as well as a chart if you need more help. Look through the full written pattern below and see how that looks to you, then head over and get the PDF if you need it!

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Okay let’s get to it!

Supplies

  • 125-175 yards worsted (CYC 4) yarn, samples: Lion Brand Basic Stitch
  • crochet hook US size J (6 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge, most testers used 5 mm
  • tapestry sewing needle
  • scissors and measuring tape/gauge ruler
  • pom and button to make the pom removable (optional)

Stitches (US Terms)

ch = chain

st/sts = stitch/stitches

BLO = back loop only

sk = skip

sc = single crochet

sl st = slip stitch

hdc = half double crochet

sc 2 tog = single crochet two stitches together

Special Stitches

FPtr = Front Post treble crochet:

yo twice, insert hook right to left around the post of the indicated stitch, pull up a loop, yo, pull through two loops on hook, yo, pull through two loops on hook, yo, pull through two remaining loops on hook

FPhdc = Front Post half-double crochet:

yo, insert hook right to left around the post of the indicated stitch, pull up a loop, yo, pull through all three loops on hook

FPtr 2 tog = Front Post treble crochet two together:

yo twice, insert hook right to left around the post of the indicated stitch, pull up a loop, yo, pull through two loops on hook, yo, pull through two loops on hook, yo twice, insert hook right to left around the post of the next indicated stitch, pull up a loop, yo, pull through two loops on hook, yo, pull through two loops on hook, yo, pull through 3 remaining loops on hook

When making each of these stitches, you will be leaving a stitch unworked behind.

Gauge

The gauge instructions for this pattern are created to help you practice the stitches in addition to selecting the right hook size. If you have experience with this type of post stitch, you could find the right hook size with the 1 in swatch.

1 in by 1 in swatch = 4 rows and 4 sts of sc BLO

4 in by 4 in swatch = 12 rows and 13 sts

Row 1: Ch 20, hdc 3rd st from hook and each across, turn.[18 hdc]

Row 2: Ch 1, hdc each st across, turn.[18 hdc]

Row 3: Ch 1, hdc first 3 sts, *FPtr next st 2 rows below, hdc next 4 sts, repeat from * across, turn.[15 hdc, 3 FPtr]

Row 4: Repeat row 2

Row 5: Repeat row 3

Row 6: Repeat row 2

Row 7: Ch 1, hdc first 3 sts, *FPtr 2 tog 3 rows below, 2 sts back and 2 sts forward, hdc next 4 sts, repeat from * across, turn.[15 hdc, 3 FPtr]

Row 8: Repeat row 2

Row 9: Repeat row 3

Row 10: Repeat row 2

Row 11: Repeat row 7

Row 12: Repeat row 2

Notes

  • Sizes are marked with commas, and stitch counts are marked at the end of each row in brackets [infant, baby, toddler, child ] / [teen, adult med, adult large]
  • Hat brim is worked in rows, body and top are worked in the round.
  • It may be helpful to mark the stitches where you will be working the FPtr 2 tog stitch. Use the chart on page 10 and mark the hdc stitches as you go.
  • Finished hat circumference: approximately infant 11 in, baby 14 inches, toddler 17 inches, child 18 inches, teen 19 inches, medium 21 inches, large 22 inches

Written Instructions

Infant, Baby (6-12 months), Toddler (1-3 yrs), Child

Hat Brim:

Row 1: Ch 7, turn. Sc 2nd st from hook and each st, turn. [6 sc]

Row 2: Ch 1, sc BLO each st until last, sc last, turn. [5 sc BLO, 1 sc]

Row 3: Ch 1, sc first st, sc BLO each remaining st, turn. [1 sc, 5 sc BLO]

Rows 4-42, 54, 66, 72 : Repeat rows 2 and 3 respectively. Sl st the last row to the first row. Turn seam inwards to complete hat body.

Hat Body

Round 1: Ch 1, sc in the end of each row around, sl st to join. [42, 54, 66, 72 sc]

Round 2: Ch 1, hdc each st around, sl st to join. [42, 54, 66, 72 hdc]

Round 3: Repeat Round 2

Round 4: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPtr next st two rows below, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from *around until last 4, FPtr next st two rows below, hdc remaining 3 sts, sl st to first hdc to join. [7, 9, 11, 12 FPtr, 35, 45, 55, 60 hdc]

Round 5: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPhdc next st, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from * around until last 4 sts, FPhdc next st, hdc remaining 3 sts, sl st to first hdc to join. [ 7, 9, 11, 12 FPhdc, 35, 45, 55, 60 hdc]

Round 6: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPtr 2 tog 3 rows below two sts back and two sts forward, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from * until last 4 sts, FPtr 2 tog 3 rows below two sts back and two sts forward, hdc last 3 sts, sl st to first hdc to join. [ 7, 9, 11, 12 FPtr 2 tog, 35, 45, 55, 60 hdc]

Round 7: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPhdc next st, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from * around until last 4 sts, FPhdc next st, hdc remaining 3 sts, sl st to first hdc to join. [ 7, 9, 11, 12 FPhdc, 35, 45, 55, 60 hdc]

Round 8: Repeat round 6

Round 9: Repeat round 7

Infant:

Round 10: Ch 1, sc first 4 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 4 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [28 sc, 7 sc 2 tog]

Round 11: Ch 1, sc first 3 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 3 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [21 sc, 7 sc 2 tog]

Round 12: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 2 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [14 sc, 7,sc 2 tog]

Round 13: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [7 sc, 7 sc 2 tog]

Round 14: Ch 1, sc 2 tog around, sl st to join.[ 7 sc 2 tog] Fasten off. Use tapestry needle to weave through stitches of Round 14 to close hat top. If desired, use end at top to attach button inside the hat, then attach removable pom to button on the top.

Baby:

Round 10: Ch 1, sc each st around, sl st to first sc to join.

Round 11: Repeat round 10

Round 12: Ch 1, sc first 4 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 4 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join.[ 36 sc, 9 sc 2 tog]

Round 13: Ch 1, sc first 3 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 3 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join.[27 sc, 9 sc 2 tog]

Round 14: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 2 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join.[18 sc, 9 sc 2 tog]

Round 15: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join.[9 sc, 9 sc 2 tog]

Round 16: Ch 1, sc 2 tog around, sl st to join. [9 sc 2 tog] Fasten off. Use tapestry needle to weave through stitches of Round 16 to close hat top. If desired, use end at top to attach button inside the hat, then attach removable pom to button on the top.

Toddler:

Round 10: Ch 1, sc each st around, sl st to first sc to join.

Round 11-12: Repeat round 10

Round 13: Ch 1, sc first 4 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 4 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join.[44 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 14: Ch 1, sc first 3 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 3 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [33 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 15: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 2 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [22 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 16: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around, sl st to join. [12 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 17: Ch 1, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog. [7 sc, 8 sc 2 tog]

Round 18: Ch 1, sc 2 tog around, sk last st, sl st to join. [7 sc 2 tog] Fasten off. Use tapestry needle to weave through stitches of Round 18 to close hat top. If desired, use end at top to attach button inside the hat, then attach removable pom to button on the top.

Child:

Round 10: Ch 1, sc each st around, sl st to first sc to join.

Round 11-13: Repeat round 10

Round 14: Ch 1, sc first 4 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 4 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [48 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 15: Ch 1, sc first 3 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 3 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [36 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 16: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 2 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [24 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 17: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [12 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 18: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [8 sc, 8 sc 2 tog]

Round 19: Ch 1, sc 2 tog around, sl st to join. [8 sc 2 tog] Fasten off. Use tapestry needle to weave through stitches of Round 19 to close hat top. If desired, use end at top to attach button inside the hat, then attach removable pom to button on the top.

I like the Lion Brand Basic Stitch for this pattern. It has great stitch definition which you really want for this pattern. I think it’s very comfortable to wear as well and has decent stretch for an acrylic yarn. Go check out the colors they have right now!

Basic Stitch

Teen/Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large

Hat Brim:

Row 1: Ch 11, turn. Sc 2nd st from hook and each st, turn. [10 sc]

Row 2: Ch 1, sc BLO each st until last, sc last, turn. [9 sc BLO, 1 sc]

Row 3: Ch 1, sc first st, sc BLO each remaining st, turn. [1 sc, 9 sc BLO]

Rows 4-78 (84, 90) : Repeat rows 2 and 3 respectively. Sl st the last row to the first row. Turn seam inwards to complete hat body.

Hat Body:

Round 1: Ch 1, sc in the end of each row around, sl st to join. [78, 84, 90 sc]

Rounds 2-4: Ch 1, hdc each st around, sl st to join. [78, 84, 90 hdc]

Repeat Round 2

Round 5: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPtr next st two rows below, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from *around until last 4, FPtr next st two rows below, hdc remaining 3 sts, sl st to first hdc to join. [13, 14, 15 FPtr, 65, 70, 75 hdc]

Round 6: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPhdc next st, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from * around until last 4 sts, FPhdc next st, hdc remaining 3 sts, sl st to first hdc to join. [13, 14, 15 FPhdc, 65, 70, 75 hdc]

Round 7: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPtr 2 tog 3 rows below two sts back and two sts forward, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from * around. [13, 14, 15 FPtr 2 tog, 65, 70, 75 hdc]

Round 8: Ch 1, hdc first 2 sts, *FPhdc next st, hdc next 5 sts, repeat from * around until last 4 sts, FPhdc next st, hdc remaining 3 sts, sl st to first hdc join. [13, 14, 15 FPhdc, 65, 70, 75 hdc]

Round 9: Repeat round 7

Round 10: Repeat round 8

Round 11: Ch 1, sc each st around, sl st to first sc to join.

Rounds 12-14: Repeat round 11

Teen/Adult small

Round 15: Ch 1, sc first 11 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 11 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [66 sc, 6 sc 2 tog]

Round 16: Ch 1, sc first 4 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 4 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [48 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 17: Ch 1, sc first 3 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 3 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [36 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 18: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 2 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [24 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 19: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [12 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 20: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [8 sc, 8 sc 2 tog]

Round 21: Ch 1, sc 2 tog around, sl st to join. [8 sc 2 tog] Fasten off. Use tapestry needle to weave through stitches of Round 21 to close hat top. If desired, use end at top to attach button inside the hat, then attach removable pom to button on the top.

Adult Medium

Round 15: Repeat round 11

Round 16: Ch 1, sc first 10 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 10 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [70 sc, 7 sc 2 tog]

Round 17: Ch 1, sc first 5 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 5 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join.[55 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 18: Ch 1, sc first 4 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 4 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join.[44 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 19: Ch 1, sc first 3 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 3 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [33 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 20: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 2 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [22 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 21: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [11 sc, 11 sc 2 tog]

Round 22: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [8 sc, 7 sc 2 tog]

Round 23: Ch 1, sc 2 tog around, until last, sk last st, sl st to join. [7 sc 2 tog] Fasten off. Use tapestry needle to weave through stitches of Round 23 to close hat top. If desired, use end at top to attach button inside the hat, then attach removable pom to button on the top.

Adult Large

Rounds 15-16: Repeat round 11

Round 17: Ch 1, sc first 8 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 8 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [72 sc, 9 sc 2 tog]

Round 18: Ch 1, sc first 7 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 7 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [63 sc, 9 sc 2 tog]

Round 19: Ch 1, sc first 4 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 4 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [48 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 20: Ch 1, sc first 3 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 3 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [36 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 21: Ch 1, sc first 2 sts, *sc 2 tog, sc next 2 sts, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [24 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 22: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [12 sc, 12 sc 2 tog]

Round 23: Ch 1, sc first st, *sc 2 tog, sc next st, repeat from *around until last 2 sts, sc 2 tog, sl st to join. [8 sc, 8 sc 2 tog]

Round 24: Ch 1, sc 2 tog around, sl st to join. [8 sc 2 tog] Fasten off. Use tapestry needle to weave through stitches of Round 24 to close hat top. If desired, use end at top to attach button inside the hat, then attach removable pom to button on the top.

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Oversized Embrace Scarf

EEEEEEEEEE that’s a squeal of excitement for the release of this pattern! This was seriously SO fun to make. The stitches are very easy but the color changes keep it interesting and fun to see the pattern take shape as you work the rows. The Oversized Embrace Scarf is meant to be a giant, chunky scarf to keep warm on cold days in style. You could almost call her a shawl but she’s just a smidge narrow for that. Each color embraces the next one and the color possibilities are endless.

My original plan for this oversized crochet scarf pattern was to create it with three colors of worsted weight yarn. I stitched up about two and a half sections of it and, though it looked pretty good, it just wasn’t right. I think it needed the bulky weight yarn to let it shine, and the modern color palette of Lion Brand Hue + Me was perfect for the style of it as well. An oversized crochet scarf pattern needs to have easy stitching so you can zip through such a big project. I also think it needs something fabulous to make it standout for more than its size. The herringbone half double crochet stitch is great in this pattern. It’s an easy stitch but not too plain, and with the bulky yarn it’s a small enough stitch to hide color changes easily. The way the sections are angled and straight provides the design in this pattern.

Ok, I hooked you, so now what colors are you going to use? You could absolutely just pick and choose from the Lion Brand Hue + Me collection, because the colors are all made to coordinate. I picked four of my favorites and alternated a lighter hue with a darker hue to help with the contrast. It would be so fun to make one with each section a different color, two alternating colors, or alternate a neutral color with a variety of colors. If you’re using a different category 5 yarn, I’d suggest similar to the intended pattern design, choose two shades of the same color, then two shades of another color and see how they look together.

Supplies

  • 650 yards total bulky (CYC 5) yarn, sample: Lion Brand Hue and Me color A Love Song (175 yards), color B Artichoke (175 yards), color C Rose Water (150 yards), color D Juniper (150 yards)
  • crochet hook US size 9 mm or size needed to obtain gauge
  • tapestry sewing needle
  • scissors and measuring tape

Stitches (US Terms)

ch = chain

st/sts = stitch/stitches

hhdc = herringbone half double crochet

yarn over, insert hook, yarn over, pull directly through first loop on the hook, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops on hook

Notes

  • Photo tutorial follows the written instructions.
  • Finished dimensions after seaming: 74 inches by 9.5 inches
  • Stitch counts are marked at the end of each row in brackets { }.
  • Pattern is worked flat.
  • There are many color changes in this pattern. I chose to cut and weave ends, but you could choose to use tapestry crochet techniques to hide ends instead.
  • For color changes, complete invisible change by pulling through final loop of previous stitch with the next color.

Gauge

4 in by 4 in swatch = 11 sts in 8 rows of the pattern repeat

Row 1: Ch 14, hhdc second st from hook and each st across, turn. [12 hhdc]

Row 2: Ch 1, hhdc each st across, turn.

Rows 3-9: repeat row 2

Written Instructions

with color A ch 29

Row 1: with color A: hhdc third ch from hook and each across, turn. {27 hhdc}

Rows 2-4: Ch 1, hhdc each st across, turn. {27 hhdc}

Row 5: switch to color B, ch 1, hhdc first 3 sts, switch to color A, hhdc last 24 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 6: Ch 1, hhdc first 21 sts, switch to color B, hhdc last 6 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 7: Ch 1, hhdc first 9 sts, switch to color A, hhdc last 18 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 8: Ch 1, hhdc first 15 sts, switch to color A, hhdc last 12 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 9: Ch 1, hhdc first 15 sts, switch to color A, hhdc last 12 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 10: Ch 1, hhdc first 9 sts, switch to color B, hhdc last 18 sts, turn. {27 hhdc}

Row 11: Ch 1, hhdc first 21 sts, switch to color B, hhdc 6 remaining sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 12: Ch 1, hhdc first 3 sts, switch to color B, hhdc 24 remaining sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 13-16: Ch 1, hhdc each st across, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 17: Switch to color C, hhdc each st across, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 18-20: Ch 1, hhdc each st across, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 21: Ch 1, hhdc first 24 sts, switch to color D, hhdc last 3 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 22: Ch 1, hhdc first 6 sts, switch to color C, hhdc last 21 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 23: Ch 1, hhdc first 18 sts, switch to color D, hhdc last 9 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 24: Ch 1, hhdc first 12 sts, switch to color C, hhdc last 15 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 25: Ch 1, hhdc first 12 sts, switch to color D, hhdc last 15 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 26: Ch 1, hhdc first 18 sts, switch to color C, hhdc last 9 sts, turn. {27 hhdc}

Row 27: Ch 1 hhdc first 6 sts, switch to color D, hhdc last 21 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Row 28: Ch 1, hhdc first 24 sts, switch to color C, hhdc last 3 sts, turn.{27 hhdc}

Rows 29-32: Ch 1, hhdc each st across, turn.{27 hhdc}

Repeat rows 1- 32 three times, then repeat rows 1-16 once.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

I hope you loved making this oversized crochet scarf pattern! I have another chunky scarf pattern coming this winter that’s a little more gender neutral. If you have scraps leftover from using Hue + Me for this pattern, I’m also releasing a Granny Cowl next month that you can use it for!

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Marian Crown

There are several lovely Marian devotions to choose as a Saint costume! I’m not sure I could choose a favorite! I did some research about Marian crowns to write this crochet pattern. Often she is described as wearing a crown of roses or flowers. In May, churches all over the world crown statues of Mary, Mother of God with flowers. Some apparitions do not have her crowned like Our Lady of Guadalupe, but many others are: Our Lady of Fatima, Our Lady of Lourdes, and Our Lady of Knock. It is generally accepted, even in Protestant faiths that she is described in Revelations as wearing a crown of 12 stars. This design aims to allow you to make a crown for dress up for any of these Marian devotions for All Saints’ Day celebrations!

You can make a simple gold crown, or adorn with flowers or stars to fit the chosen devotion! This crown would also be suitable for dress up as St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Saint Hedwig of Poland, or Saint Margaret of Scotland. The basic crown is even simple enough for your son! Make it for a little Saint Salomon or Saint Leopold.

My long term goal is a whole collection of patterns for crochet Saint costumes! I’ll write at least one new one each year. Last year I created the Papal Mitre pattern. Head over to that blog post here. I love learning about Saints. I find their stories helpful in my faith journey. Often we think of Saints as being simply “holy people” but the reality is that they were human and had real struggles just like we do. It’s wonderful to know we have wonderful examples of how to follow Christ to help us do the same!

You can download this pattern totally free! I suggest you read through the pattern here, then download below. It helps my blog and you can get a feel for the pattern, thank you so much!

Materials

  • 75 yards CYC 4 worsted yarn, preferably gold, plus additional scrap yarn in colors as desired for stars and flowers (optional)
  • crochet hook size 4.5 mm or size needed to obtain gauge
  • tapestry sewing needle
  • scissors and measuring tape/gauge ruler
  • Aleene’s fabric stiffening spray (optional)

Stitches (US Terms)

ch = chain stitch

st/sts = stitch/stitches

FDC = foundation double crochet

sc = single crochet

sl st = slip stitch

sk = skip

hdc = half double crochet

picot = picot: ch 3, sl st third st from hook

MR = magic ring

dc = double crochet

tr = treble crochet

Notes

  • I’m suggesting this pattern as an intermediate pattern. The foundation round is tricky if you don’t have experience with it, however, you could absolutely chain and double crochet instead. It just won’t have quite the same stretch as the foundation double crochet.
  • SIZING: this pattern is sized for toddler and child, but you could adapt to any size using the stitch multiple of 6. Adjust the beginning FDC row smaller or larger in increments of 6. Generally recommended sizes: baby 15 inches, toddler 16 inches, child 18 inches, teen 19 inches, medium 20 inches, large 21 inches (These are about an inch less the head circumference measurement, to ensure that the crown stays on.)
  • Pattern for crown, leaves, and stars are worked in the round, flowers are worked flat, then sewn together.
  • Optional: spray the top with some fabric stiffening spray and shape as desired.

Gauge

2 in by 2 in swatch = 8 stitches in 4 rows of dc

Written Instructions

Crown

toddler (child)

Round 1: FDC 72 (78) sl st to join. [72 (78) FDC]

Round 2: Ch 3, *sk st, dc next st, ch 1, repeat from *around, sl st to join. [36 dc, 36 ch-1 (39 dc, 39 ch-1)]

Round 3: Ch 2, hdc each st and each ch-1 space around, sl st to join. [ 72 (78) hdc]

Round 4: Ch 2, hdc next 3 sts, {tr, picot, tr} next st, *hdc next 5 sts, {tr, picot, tr} next st, repeat from * until last 2, hdc last 2 sts, sl st to join. [60 hdc, 24 tr, 12 picot (65 hdc, 26 tr, 13 picot)]

Fasten off and weave in ends. Depending which way you worked the FDC, you may need to stitch the bottom edge of the crown together.

Stars: (make 12)

Round 1: MR, sc 5 into MR, sl st to join. [5 sc]

Round 2: *picot, sl st next st, repeat from * around. [5 picot, 5 sl st]

Fasten off, weave in one end, leave the other end long to sew onto crown.

Leaves: (make 2)

Round 1: MR, sc 5 into MR, sl st to join. [5 sc]

Round 2: Ch 3, sl st second and third ch from hook, sl st first st, 2 sc next st, {sc, picot, sc} next st, 2 sc next st, sl st last st. [2 sl st, 6 sc, 1 picot] Fasten off, weave in one end, leave the other end long to sew onto crown.

Flowers: (make 3)

Row 1: Ch 16, sc second st from hook and each st across, turn. [15 sc]

Row 2: Ch 1, sk st *{hdc, dc, hdc} next st, sl st next st, repeat from * across. [7 hdc/dc/hdc, 7 sl st] Fasten off, leave the ends long: one to roll the flower and sew into shape, and the other to sew onto crown.

Assembly:

To finish this crown, you could spray with some stiffening spray on the top rounds to give it more definition. I wouldn’t spray the first round so it’s able to stretch and be comfortable to wear.

Sew the stars onto the crown as desired. They could also be sewn on the peaks and stiffened them as well for a more pronounced star effect, or placed on the crown entirely as pictured. Note that only the toddler size will have the exact 12 peaks.

The sample has 3 flowers and 2 leaves. An additional style could be to add flowers all around the crown one leaf and one flower below each point.

I hope you enjoy making a crown or two! They are soft and easy to wear, especially for little ones. Okay now that you’ve read through the instructions, download the pattern below!

Marian Crown PatternDownload

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