"This cozy cowl is made with a simple combination of stitches with alternating heights and no increases or decreases. It is a perfect project for mini skeins and is the first of four patterns made from a single Brava Mini Pack with 24 mini skeins of yarn. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch, treble (triple) crochet Crocheting flat in rows, crocheting in the round Crocheting the back loop, changing colors, crocheting over yarn tails, adding single crochet edging (pattern includes links to video tutorials for each)"
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Ocean Fade Scarf
"This textured, fringed scarf uses a simple stitch combination. Worked along the length, you'll have no ends to weave in at all! It's a perfect project for mini skeins. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, single crochet, double crochet Crocheting crocheting flat in rows Crocheting over yarn tails, changing colors, making fringe (pattern includes links to photo or video tutorials for each) "
Maia Triangular Shawl
This simple crochet triangle shawl pattern is easily modified for different seasons. The long, isosceles triangle shape makes it easy to wrap around the shoulders and the lace edging adds a touch of elegance. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows (for main body of shawl), crocheting in the round (for edging), increasing, crocheting in chain spaces, decreasing, changing color Special stitch patterns: dc2tog and dc4tog (with written explanation and linked photo tutorials in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Customizable. Photographed sample measures 62” (157.5 cm) across wingspan x 11” (28 cm) deep along spine. Materials Cascade 220 Superwash yarn (100% superwash wool, 3.5 oz/100 g, 220 yd/200 m) - 2 skeins in 1915 Banana Cream (MC) and 1942 Mint, or approximately 350 yd (320 m) in MC and 80 yd (73 m) in any light medium weight yarn. US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain correct gauge. Stitch markers. Yarn needle. Gauge 15 sts x 8 rows = 4” (10 cm) in shawl pattern before blocking. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.
Elsa Crochet Cowl Free Crochet Pattern
"The colours I have chosen are to represent true winter feeling. I used a combination of double zig zag crochet stitch to represent snowy mountains we often visited. This free crochet cowl pattern will put your crochet skills to the test as it uses a wide range of crochet stiches from the humble single crochet all the way to the tall treble crochet. It will keep you on your toes but once you get the rhythm, you'll be on your way to create your very own Elsa Crochet Cowl."
Victoriana Shawl
Make a bold statement by combining color blocking and thin stripes in this lacy, rectangular shawl. This pattern was designed for the Celebrate Mom Blog Hop with Pattern Paradise. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows (for color blocked and striped sections), crocheting in the round (for border) Changing colors (with linked video tutorial) Cluster stitches and picots (with linked video tutorials) Skipping stitches, crocheting in chain spaces Crocheting in the underside of foundation chain (with linked video tutorial) Blocking (with linked tutorial) Skill Level Intermediate Finished Size Adult: 10” (25.5 cm) wide x 66” (167.5 cm) long after blocking. Materials Murky Depths Deep Sock yarn (80% superwash Merino wool/20% nylon, 3.5 oz/100 g, 400 yd/366 m) - 1 skein each in Scion (CA) and The Brothers Grimm (CB), or approximately 400 yd (366 m) each in CA and CB in any super fine weight yarn. US H-8/5 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain pleasing drape. Yarn needle. Clover Quick Locking Stitch Marker Set, or locking stitch markers. Spray blocking supplies (pins, blocking board or mat, and spray bottle with cold water). Gauge Exact gauge is not critical for this project. Use a crochet hook that is several sizes larger than what is recommended for your yarn to create a pleasing drape.
Sierra Crochet Cowl Free Crochet Pattern
"The Sierra Crochet Cowl is a one skein project that uses Red Heart Unforgettable yarn, in Polo color. Fall colors for fall weather with this cowl to help keep you warm. This is a great crochet project if you need something for a gift that can be made quickly. Stitches used are the following: single crochet, extended single crochet, single crochet back loop only, half double crochet, and the bean stitch. Using all of these make a wonderful textured pattern. "
