This blanket was designed for a cause- to spread hope, comfort and stability to all those struggling with alzheimers and other diseases that could leave them struggling with memory and cognitive abilities. It is also a blanket that toddlers and children with special needs can use to develop motor skills. Granted, there are fidget blankets you can buy. But I like to believe that if we are blessed with the ability and have the skill to create something, we should never hesitate to use it for a good cause. Make as many of this blanket as you can, and donate them!
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Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Crochet Hook: H/8 or 5 mm hook
Yarn Weight: (4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Crochet Gauge: 12 rows by 15 stitches = 4 by 4 inches (after blocking)
Finished Size: 17.2″ wide by 21″ tall
TagsBlessed Three Star Coaster
Blessed Three Star Coaster is a great first project to learn Tunisian crochet in the round technique using double ended hook. It works up fast, which makes it a great last minute gift idea and perfect stash-busting option. The best results are achieved by selecting similar colours. The Blessed Three Star Coaster is worked in the round, with FP worked facing RS and RP facing WS. Each round is worked in smaller increments with adding as many lps on the hook as possible (FP), turning the work around and working the lps off to last 3 lps (RP) from the opposite side of the hook. It is crucial to use a stitch marker to mark 1st st of each rnd and move it up with each consecutive rnd. The st count refers to the number of lps per round.
Basketweave Scrubbie
This sponge-like scrubbie is textured with a combination of post stitches. This pattern is the first in the Scrubbie Crochet Along with CAL Central. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows, seaming, crocheting in the back loop Special stitch patterns: BPdc and FPdc (with written instructions and video tutorial) Skill Level Intermediate Finished Size Approximately 6” (15.5 cm) wide x 4” (10 cm) tall after folding and seaming. Materials Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie yarn (100% cotton, 3.5 oz/100 g, 153 yd/140 m) - 1 skein in 2156 Purple Tones, or approximately 85 yd (78 m) in any medium weight cotton yarn. US Size G-6/4 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Gauge 19 sts = 4” (10 cm) in pattern. Exact gauge is not required for this pattern. Stitches should be tight to create a dense fabric.
Simple Shells Washcloth: Quick and Easy Textured Stitch Pattern
The Simple Shells Washcloth is made with alternating rows of solid stitches and groups of shells, creating a pretty surface for scrubbing anything you need in the bath and kitchen! This washcloth is worked in rows using chains and double crochet stitches. You can easily customize the stitch repeat in multiples of 5+2 (+2 for the turning chain), then work any odd multiple of rows. While you don't see the term shell in the specialty stitch and technique section of this pattern, the group of five double crochet stitches worked into one place is a shell. Either way of writing the instruction is correct, and we hope beginners enjoy the simplicity in this version (the stitch chart should help, too). THIS IS A GREAT PATTERN BECAUSE: Washcloths are fun projects to learn new crochet stitches (especially when you follow our crochet chart with the written instructions)! You can use these in the bath or kitchen (plus, they make great gifts)! This project works great with cotton yarns (just one skein or less)! You'll get to practice a lot of crochet skills: rows, stitch tension, stitch counting and recognition, shells (5 double crochet stitches into 1 space) , borders, gauge and size, finishing techniques and more!
Crochet Egg Gathering Apron Free Pattern
There are so many ways to gather eggs: a vintage basket, a repurposed bucket, a recycled egg carton etc. But have you seen the crochet egg gathering apron with 19 perfectly egg-shaped pockets before? It even has one large pocket which can hold cell phone, to-do list, pen or other items. It's such a practical and adorable way to gather eggs from your flock. It is a fun and superior replacement to the traditional basket. There will no more broken eggs or struggling with lids and latches with limited use of your hands. If you want to have your own special apron like this, here is the Crochet Apron Free Pattern for you. If you've got kiddos who love helping out around the farm, you can even get them a child-sized pattern. It's also the perfect accessory for the coming Easter egg hunting. Thanks Ashlea for sharing this free crochet pattern on hearthookhome.com. The link for the free pattern is provided below photo. If you need easy-to-read PDF pattern, you can buy adult size from here or kids size from here. It costs around $4 or $2. Happy crocheting.
Autumn Comfort Crochet Mug Cozy
Enjoy the comfort level of the Autumn season stylishly with this crochet cup cozy. Create this cozy like a pro with a free pattern and all stitch details. For this, you require a half skein of Lily Sugar N Cream yarn in chocolate ombre colors. Other than this, use a 4.5mm crochet hook with a one-inch stitching button. You also need a yarn needle with a 1-inch gauge to get your hands on this versatile and seasonal crochet mug cozy.
Fantail Pencil Case
A sturdy, no-sew liner keeps your pencils or hooks protected, even when using an openwork stitch pattern for the case. This pattern is part of the Back-to-School Crochet-a-Long with CAL Central. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows Skipping stitches and crocheting in chain spaces Skill Level Easy Finished Size Pencil/Crochet Hook Case: 8.5” (21.5 cm) width x 6.25” (16 cm) height. Materials Lion Brand Jeans yarn (100% acrylic, 3.5 oz/100 g/246 yd/225 m) - 1 skein ea in 108 Brand New (CA) and 150 Vintage (CB), or approximately 60 yd (55 m) in ea of 2 colors in any medium weight cotton yarn. US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn or tapestry needle with eye small enough to sew through button. Duck Color Duct Tape - 1 roll (1.88” x 15 yd) in Neon Pink, or approximately 1/3 roll of duct tape. Buttons Galore and More Sparkle Buttons - 1-1/8” (3 cm) button in GBX510 Plum, or any 1-1/8” (3 cm) sew through button. VELCRO® Brand Sticky Value Pack Circles and Squares - (3) 7/8” (2 cm) square fasteners. Gauge 1 fantail = 1.5” (4 cm) across in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this pattern.
