Friday, August 9, 2013

Chevron Coffee Cozy Crochet Pattern


-This crochet pattern is made to fit a recycled tumbler, which is about an average size travel mug.

Supplies:
Crochet hook size H

Caron Simply Soft yarn

Yarn needle


Abbreviations Used:
Ch: Chain
Sc: Single Crochet
St: Stitch


Instructions:

-Chain 46 (with first desired color-White)


Row 1: sc in each ch across (45 stitches)


Row 2: ch 1, *sc in next 3 st, (sc, ch 1, sc) in next stitch, sc in next 3 st, skip 2 sc*, repeat from * to last 2 stitches. Instead of skipping the last two stitches, skip the next stitch and sc in last stitch.



*SWITCH COLORS* -Grey


Row 3: ch 1, sc in same st as ch 1, skip next st, *sc in next 3 st, (sc, ch 1, sc) in next stitch, sc in next 3 st, skip 2 sc*, repeat from * to last 2 stitches. Skip second to last stitch and sc in last stitch.


Row 4: repeat Row 3.



*SWITCH COLORS* -White


Row 5: repeat Row 3.


Row 6: repeat Row 3.



*SWITCH COLORS* -Grey


Row 7: repeat Row 3.


Row 8: repeat Row 3.



*SWITCH COLORS* -White


Row 9: repeat Row 3.


Row 10: repeat Row 3.



*SWITCH COLORS* -Grey


Row 11: repeat Row 3. Tie off but leave one long tail for stitching up the side. Make sure to match colors so the seam looks good.


-Sew in ends.

-Embellish with initials, hearts, flowers, or anything you want! You can find patterns and ideas on different crochet websites. Have fun!!!



Saturday, January 12, 2013

60-Minute Cowl Scarf



Looking to make a quick scarf for tonight? A gift for a friend? Or just a crazy cozy cowl? You will LOVE this fast and easy creation of mine!!!!

Supplies:
Hook N
2 skeins of Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn (about 162 yards)
Sewing Needle

Abbreviations Used:
Ch: chain
Sl: slip stitch
Dc: double crochet

Instructions:

Round 1: ch 60, sl to join to first chain making sure not to twist work.
Round 2: ch 3, dc in each chain around, sl in top of ch 3.
Round 3-10: repeat Round 2.
Fasten off. Weave in ends. Enjoy!

(See I told you it was really easy!) :)