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IN A MINUTE GIFTS BABY IT'S COLD!
68 Snowman Stocking
6 Snuggle Up Scarf 24 Chelsea Cabled Set
71 Snowflake Fantasy
7 Stormy Skies Ear Warmer 28 Merry Cowl
72 Poinsettia Flowerpot
8 Dusky Fringe Shawl 30 Fingers-Free Mitts
74 Christmas Bell
10 Elegant Loops Purse 33 Cosette Chapeau
76 Carolin Critters
11 Anicia Bolo 34 Long & the Short
of It Scarf 80 Holiday Table Runner
12 Snowflake Fantasy Necklace
36 Front Row Fan Scarf 82 Popout Belly Snowman
13 Wine Bottle Cover
38 Crazy for Cables Scarf 84 Lighted Ornament Garland
14 Holly & Ivy Bookmark
40 Chunky Speckled 86 Mr. Snowy
16 Wiggly Tree Gift Bag Neck Warmer 88 "Snow" Much Fun Set
18 Holiday Towel Topper 42 Bold Stripes Scarf 92 Delicate Angel Ornament
20 Santa & Elf Hot Pads
LITTLE TREASURES
22 Snowman Towel Edging
44 Magical Snow Queen Set 111 Stitch Guide
112 Design Directory
46
24
Slippers With a Surprise 114 Standard Yarn Weight System
48 Charlie 114 Skill Levels
114 Buyers Guide
52 Santa Cocoon & Hat
54 Winter Fun Blanket
56 Fox Hat & Scarf Set 76
58 My Kitty & Me

HOLIDAY HOME & HEARTH


62 Scandinavian
Christmas Throw

64 Poinsettia Bouquet Doily


67 Noche Buena
Christmas Ornament

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EDITOR Jackie Daugherty


CREATIVE DIRECTOR Brad Snow
UBLISHING SERVICES DIRECTOR
P Brenda Gallmeyer Many years ago as I was crocheting away on
EDITORAL ASSISTANT Sara Meyer a project intended as a gift, a friend wondered


GRAPHIC DESIGNER
SENIOR COPY EDITOR
Joe Taylor
Emily Carter
why I would spend so much time making a gift
COPY EDITOR Katie Thacker for someone. I told her it made it extra special


TECHNICAL EDITORS Randy Cavaliere
Agnes Russell
to plan a project, use the recipients favorite
Lindsey Stephens colors and then think about the person as I


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TECHNICAL ARTIST
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Amanda Joseph
happily stitched away. She was surprised by all
SENIOR PRODUCTION ARTIST Edith Teegarden
the time and thought that was put into the gift
PRODUCTION ARTISTS Debby Keel I was crocheting, and said, Its like every stitch

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Judy Neuenschwander
is a stitch of love.
I suppose that is true for most of uswe love to crochet for others!
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PHOTOGRAPHERS Ryan Hake We enjoy this time of year, preparing our list of projects we want
Matthew Owen to make, finding just the right yarn and then staying up late to finish
Shane Pequignot
PHOTO STYLIST Tammy Shupenia the last few stitches just to surprise someone we love with a truly
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IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Snuggle Up
Scarf
Design by Lori Baker

EASY

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
5 inches wide x 65 inches long

MATERIALS
Bernat Blanket super bulky
(super chunky) weight
polyester yarn (101/2 oz/
220 yds/300g per ball):
1 ball cranberry
Size N/15/10mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
Gauge is not important for
this project.

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.

SCARF
Rnd 1: Ch 114, sc in 2nd ch from
hook and each rem ch across to
last ch, work 5 sc in last ch, work-
ing in opposite side of foundation
ch, sk first ch, sc in each ch across
to last ch, work 4 sc in last ch,
join (see Pattern Notes) in first
sc. (232 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st as
base of ch 1, *sk next 3 sts, in
next st, work (tr, [ch 1, tr] 5 times),
sk next 3 sc, sc in next st**, rep
from * 13 more times, work 2 sc in
each of next 3 sc, sc in next sc, rep
from * to ** 14 times, work 2 sc in Make this one
each of next 3 sc, join in first sc. quick-as-a-wink!
Fasten off. CW Just 2 rounds of a
super bulky weight
chenille yarn and youve
got a cozy, warm scarf!

6 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS


Stormy Skies
Ear Warmer
Design by Christy Hagan

EASY

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
31/2 inches wide x 20 inches in
circumference

MATERIALS
Cascade Yarns 220 Finger-
ing super fine (fingering)
weight wool yarn (13/4 oz/
273 yds/50g per skein):
1 skein each #9332 sapphire,
#9559 indigo frost heather
and #4002 jet
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
1 block = 1/2 inch square
This double-layered ear warmer
can also be used as a cowl, making
EAR WARMER it the perfect accessory for outdoor
activities in cold weather.
Row 1: With sapphire, ch 6, dc in
4th ch from hook and in each of
next 2 chs, turn. (1 block made)
Row 2: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from
hook and in each of next 2 chs, in last st on last row. (8 blocks at ch-3 sp, change color to jet in last
(sl st, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp end of last row) st, turn.
across, turn. (2 blocks made) Row 9: Sl st in each dc across to Rows 11 & 12: Rep rows 9 and 10,
Row 3: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from next ch-3 sp, (sl st, ch 3, 3 dc) in change color to sapphire in last st
hook and in each of next 2 chs, each rem ch-3 sp across, turn. of last row.
(sl st, ch 3, 3 dc) in each ch-3 sp Row 10: Ch 6, dc in 4th ch from Rows 1328: [Rep rows 9 and 10
across, turn. (3 blocks made) hook and in each of next 2 chs, alternately] 8 times.
Rows 48: Rep row 3, change (sl st, ch 3, 3 dc) in each ch-3 sp Rows 2938: Rep row 9. Leaving
color (see Stitch Guide) to indigo across to last ch-3 sp, sl st in last long end for sewing, fasten off at
end of last row.
FINISHING
Block piece to 7 inches x 20 inches.
Fold piece in half widthwise. Sew
long edges tog. Position long seam
in middle of back of piece. Sew
ends tog. CW

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IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Dusky Fringe Shawl


Design by Elisabeth Davis De Herraiz

Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes),


EASY
7 dc in ch-3 sp, dc in last dc,
FINISHED SIZE turn. (9 dc)
481/2 inches wide at widest point x Row 3: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes),
311/2 inches deep (blocked) sk first 2 dc, sc in each of next
MATERIALS 5 sts, sk next dc, ch 1, dc in last
Fine (sport) weight micro- dc, turn. (2 dc, 5 sc)
fiber yarn: Row 4: Ch 4, sc in next sc, ch 3, sk
9 oz/740 yds/260g purple next sc, dc in next sc, place marker
variegated in st just made to indicate center
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or st, ch 3, sk next sc, sc in next sc,
size needed to obtain gauge ch 1, dc in last dc, turn. (3 dc, 2 sc,
Tapestry needle 2 ch-3 sps, 2 ch-1 sps)
Stitch marker Row 5: Ch 6, dc in first st, ch 2, (dc, Row 11: Ch 4, sk first st, *sk next
Blocking board ch 3, dc) in next dc, move marker to dc, sc in each of next 5 dc, sk next
Blocking pins ch-3 sp just made to indicate center, dc, ch 2, rep from * to center, sc in
GAUGE ch 2, (dc, ch 3, dc) in last dc, turn. cl, *ch 2, sk 1 dc, sc in each of next
In pattern: 3 pattern reps = (6 dc, 3 ch-3 sps, 2 ch-2 sps) 5 dc, sk 1 dc, rep from * across, end
41/2 inches; 8 pattern st rows = Row 6: Ch 3, 7 dc in next ch-3 sp, with ch 1, dc in last dc, turn.
41/2 inches after blocking ch 1, cl (see Special Stitch) in cen- Row 12: Ch 4, *sc in next sc,
ter ch-3 sp, move marker to st just ch 3, sk next sc, dc in next sc, ch 3,
made, ch 1, 7 dc in next ch-3 sp, sk next sc, sc in next sc, sc in next
PATTERN NOTES dc in last dc, turn. (16 dc, 1 cl, ch-2 sp, rep from * to center, ch 3,
Mark center stitch with stitch 2 ch-sps) dc in center sc, ch 3, *sc in ch-2 sp,
marker and move up on each row. Row 7: Ch 4, sk 2 dc, sc in each of sc in next sc, ch 3, sk next sc, dc in
Weave in ends as work progresses. next 5 sts, sk next sc, ch 2, sc in top next sc, ch 3, sk next sc, sc in last
of cl, move marker to st just made, sc, rep from * across, end with ch 1,
Chain-6 at beginning of row counts dc in last st, turn.
as first double crochet and chain-3 ch 2, sk next dc, sc in next 5 sts,
unless otherwise stated. ch 1, dc in last dc, turn. (11 sc, Rows 1368: [Rep rows 912]
2 ch-sps, 2 dc) 14 times. At end of last row,
Chain-3 at beginning of row counts fasten off.
as first double crochet unless other- Row 8: Ch 4, *sc in next sc, ch 3,
wise stated. sk next sc, dc in next sc, ch 3, sk FRINGE
next sc, sc in next sc*, sc in ch-2 sp,
Chain-4 at beginning of row counts ch 3, dc in sc, move marker to st To create 17 tassels, cut 119
as first double crochet and chain-1 just made,
ch 3, sc in ch-2 sp, rep 11-inch lengths of yarn. For each
unless otherwise stated. between * once, ch 1, dc in dc, turn. knot of Fringe, fold 7 lengths in
(5 dc, 6 sc, 6 ch-3 sps, 2 ch-1 sps) half. Draw folded end through
SPECIAL STITCH bottom of Shawl. Draw yarn ends
Cluster (cl): Holding back last lp Row 9: Ch 6, dc in first st, ch 2 through folded end and pull tight.
of each dc, 5 dc in sp indicated, yo *(dc, ch 3, dc) in next dc, ch 2, rep Tie 1 knot at top left corner and
and draw through all lps on hook. from * across to last st, (dc, ch 3, 1 knot at top right corner. Tie
dc) in last dc, turn. 7 knots on each side of Shawl at
SHAWL Row 10: Ch 3, *7 dc in next ch-3 the end of every other row 10 rep.
sp, ch 1, rep from * to center st, Trim ends evenly.
Row 1: Ch 6 (see Pattern Notes), cl in center st, **ch 1, 7 dc in next
dc in first ch, turn. ch-3 sp, rep from ** across, end FINISHING
with dc in last dc, turn. Block to measurements. CW

8 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


Pretty hand-painted-look yarn and
a simple repeated lacy pattern make
this shawl the perfect choice for
someone special on your list. Youll
have it completed in no time and may
find yourself making more than one!
IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Elegant Loops
Purse
Design by Joyce Bragg

INTERMEDIATE

FINISHED SIZE
73/4 x 101/4 inches, including trim
MATERIALS
Omega La Espiga #18 crochet nylon
(197 yds per roll):
1 roll #6 red
Sizes F/5/3.75mm and G/6/4mm
crochet hooks or size needed to
obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Magnetic snap closure
Decorative button
Stitch markers
GAUGE
Size G hook: 9 pattern sts = 4 inches;
10 pattern rows = 4 inches
Perfect for your next
holiday party, this stylish
SPECIAL STITCH purse crocheted with
Single crochet variation (sc nylon cording is not only
variation): Pull up lp in st and pretty, but practical too.
pull up lp in back lp of last ch-1
row below, yo, pull through all
lps on hook.
Border
Next rows: Rep row 2 until piece
PURSE measures 6 inches from beg. AtWith size F hook, ch 1, sc in each
end of last row, do not turn. of first 6 sts, ch 7, turn, sl st in
SIDE Next row: Ch 1, sc in end of each first sc, turn, 12 sc in ch-7 sp just
Make 2. row with 3 sc in each corner, across completed, sc in each of next 4
to opposite side edge, leaving last sts, *ch 7, turn, sk next 2 sc inside
Row 1: With size G hook, ch 41, row across top edge unworked. previous sp, sl st in next st, turn,
pull up lp in 2nd ch from hook, pull Fasten off. 12 sc in ch-7 sp just completed**,
up lp in back lp (see Stitch Guide) sc in each of next 4 sts, rep from
of next ch, yo, pull through all lps ASSEMBLY * across, ending last rep at **, sc
on hook, [ch 1, pull up lp in each of Row 1: With WS of Side pieces tog, in each of last 3 sts, ch 7, turn, sk
next 2 chs, yo, pull through all lps working through all thicknesses next 2 sc inside previous ch sp,
on hook] across, turn. (20 sts) and in back lps, join with sc in first sl st in next st, turn, 12 sc in ch-7
Row 2: First st of each row is st, sc in each st across to opposite sp just completed, sl st in last sc.
worked in turning ch-1, [ch 1, top edge, turn. Fasten off.
sc variation (see Special Stitch)] Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
across, turn. Continued on page 103
turn.

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IN A MINUTE GIFTS This pretty necklace
which uses metallic

Anicia Bolo
yarn and a variety of
beads is secured with
a button. No jewelry-
Design by Darla Fanton making skills are
required to complete
this piece, which is
EASY long enough to slip
over the head.
FINISHED MEASUREMENT
32 inches long
MATERIALS
YLI Candlelight Metallic
rayon/polyester thread
(75 yds per spool):
1 spool silver
Size 2/2.20mm steel crochet hook
Thin tapestry needle
7/8-inch shank button
Assortment of 6/0 seed beads,
tri-beads and long Magatama
seed beads: 35
Clear-drying jewelry glue
GAUGE
Gauge is not important for
this project.

PATTERN NOTES
Necklace is made in 6 pieces:
2 long neck strands and 4 short
fringe strands. All strands are
attached to shank of button, giving
the illusion that the button slides
on the strands. The button is
actually stationary.

NECKLACE
NECK STRAND
Make 2.
FRINGE STRAND end, fasten off. Rep for rem Fringe
Getting started: Thread 24 inches Strands, measuring 3 inches,
of beads on yarn. Make 1 strand each 2 inches,
3 inches, 31/2 inches & 4 inches. 31/2 inches and 4 inches.
Leaving an 8-inch end, place Using tapestry needle, weave yarn
slip knot on hook, ch 2, sc in 2nd Getting started: String 12 inches
of beads on yarn. back through Fringe Strands to
ch from hook, [ch 1, turn, sc in last beg of each strand.
sc] 3 times, *slide 1 bead close to Leaving an 8-inch end, place slip
hook, ch 1, turn, sc in last sc, rep knot on hook, ch 2, sc in 2nd ch Using long ends, attach Neck
from * until either all beads have from hook, [ch 1, turn, sc in last sc] Strands and Fringe Strands to
been used, or strand is desired 3 times, *slide 1 bead close to hook, shank of button.
length to slip easily over head, ch 1, turn, sc in last sc, rep from If desired, place a drop of clear-
[ch 1, turn, sc in last sc] 3 times. * until strand measures 2 inches, drying glue on knots. Allow to dry
Leaving 8-inch end, fasten off. slide 3 beads close to hook, ch 1, before trimming. CW
sl st in last sc. Leaving 15-inch

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IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Snowflake
Fantasy
Necklace
Design by Jackie Daugherty

EASY

FINISHED MEASUREMENT
Snowflake: 13/4 inches in diameter
MATERIALS
DMC Cebelia size 20 crochet
cotton (416 yds per ball):
1 ball white
Size 8/1.50mm steel crochet hook
24-inch ball chain
5mm oval jump ring
10mm teardrop clear glass bead
4mm bicone AB clear crystal bead
2-inch silver ball-tipped head pin
Fabric stiffener
4-inch-square piece of cardboard
Small piece of plastic wrap
Round-nose pliers Just one quick-to-make
Wire cutters or wire nippers snowflake crocheted in size 20
GAUGE thread is all that is needed to
Gauge is not important for make this pretty necklace. Add
this project. the crystal teardrop bead for an
extra-special touch.

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work Rnd 2: Sl st in next ch-1 sp, [ch 3, Attach Snowflake to necklace with
progresses. sc in next ch-1 sp] 11 times, ch 3, open jump ring through ch-5 sp.
Join with a slip stitch unless join in beg sl st. To close jump ring, twist back.
otherwise indicated. Rnd 3: [(Sc, ch 3, sc, ch 5, sc, Slide teardrop bead and bicone
Chain-4 at beginning of round ch 3, sc) in next ch-3 sp, sc in next bead on head pin. With round-nose
counts as first double crochet and ch-3 sp] 6 times, join in beg sc. pliers, bend wire 90 degrees just
chain-1 unless otherwise stated. Fasten off. above bead. Trim excess to 1/4 inch.
FINISHING Grasp end of head pin with
NECKLACE round-nose pliers and roll into
Following manufacturers direc- loop. Remove tool and replace to
SNOWFLAKE tions, stiffen Snowflake, pinning to finish the loop, if needed. Adjust
shape on cardboard covered with to your liking.
Rnd 1: Ch 6, join (see Pattern plastic wrap.
Notes) in first ch to form ring, In the same manner as the jump
ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), [dc in Open jump ring by holding 1/2 of lp ring, open the simple loop and
ring, ch 1] 11 times, join to 3rd ch with opening at top. With round- attach to bottom ch-5 sp of Snow-
of beg ch-6. (12 dc, 12 ch-1 sps) nose pliers, grasp opposite side of flake. Close loop in same manner
jump ring and twist to open. as jump ring. CW

12 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


IN A MINUTE GIFTS Present a special bottle of
wine in this unique crocheted

Wine Bottle
cover which can be later used
over an empty bottle to hold
pretty summertime blooms.

Cover
Design by Colleen Murray

EASY

FINISHED MEASUREMENT
3 inches in diameter
MATERIALS
Aunt Lydias Fashion Crochet size 3
crochet cotton (150 yds per ball):
1 ball #226 natural
Sizes C/2/2.75mm and
D/3/3.25mm crochet hooks or size
needed to obtain gauge
5/8-inch-wide ribbon: 3/4 yd
GAUGE
Size D hook: Rnds 1 and 2 = 2 inches
in diameter

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.
Chain-3 at beginning of round
counts as first double crochet
unless otherwise stated.

COVER
BOTTOM
Rnd 1: With size D hook, ch 4,
join (see Pattern Notes) to form
ring, ch 3 (see Pattern Notes),
15 dc in ring, join in 3rd ch of
beg ch-3. (16 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc
in each st around, join in 3rd ch
of beg ch-3. (32 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in
next st, [2 dc in next st, dc in next
st] around, join in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3. (48 dc)

Continued on page 94
IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Holly & Ivy Bookmark SPECIAL STITCH


Picot: (Ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from
Design by Kristen Stoltzfus Clay
hook) 3 times, sl st in indicated st.

EASY
BOOKMARK
PATTERN NOTES Row 1 (RS): With olive, ch 16,
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Weave in loose ends as work 3 dc in 4th ch from hook, [sk next
11/4 inches wide x 61/4 inches long, progresses. 3 chs, (sc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch]
excluding Tassel twice, sk next 3 chs, sc in last ch,
Join with slip stitch as indicated
MATERIALS unless otherwise stated. turn. (3 groups 3-dc)
Aunt Lydias Classic Crochet
size 10 crochet cotton
(350 yds per ball):
1 ball each #672 olive,
#210 antique white and Add this pretty thread bookmark to a booklovers gift and
#494 victory red make it extra special. Crocheted in different colors, this
Size 7/1.65mm steel crochet hook would make a welcome gift throughout the year too.
or size needed to obtain gauge
Rustproof pins
Pinning board
GAUGE
Rows 25 = 1 inch
Row 2: (Ch 3, 3 dc) in first sc, Rnd 2 (RS): Ch 1, sc in each sc [sc in next sc, sl st in next sc]
[(sc, ch 3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 lp] around, working (sc, ch 1, sc) in 3 times, rep between *, join in
twice, sc in last ch-3 lp, turn. each corner ch-1 sp, join in beg sc. beg sl st. Fasten off.
Rows 324: [Rep row 2] 22 times. Fasten off. (132 sc)
FINISHING
Row 25: (Ch 3, 3 dc) in first sc, Rnd 3 (RS): Join victory red in
top right corner ch-1 sp, picot Dampen and block Bookmark on
[(sc, hdc, 2 dc) in next ch-3 lp] pinning board stretching sides
twice, sl st in last ch-3 lp. (see Special Stitch) in same ch-1
sp, [sl st in next sc, sc in next sc] even, dry completely, remove
Fasten off. straight pins.
3 times, sl st in next sc, ch 5, sl st
EDGING in next sc, [sc in next sc, sl st in Cut 14 lengths of victory red each
Rnd 1 (RS): Join (see Pattern next sc] 3 times, *sl st in corner 8 inches long. Fold strands in
Notes) antique white in any st, ch-1 sp, picot in same corner ch-1 half, insert hook in ch-5 sp, draw
ch 1, work 11 sc evenly sp across sp, [sl st in next sc, sc in next sc] strands through at fold to form
each short end and 47 sc evenly across long side*, sl st in corner a lp on hook, draw cut ends
sp across each long side, working ch-1 sp, picot in same corner ch-1 through lp on hook, pull gently
(sc, ch 1, sc) in each corner st, join sp, [sl st in next sc, sc in next sc] to secure Tassel. CW
in beg sc. (124 sc) 3 times, sl st in next sc, picot,

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CROCHET
Hooks
Light in weight with a warm natural
touch, bamboo is the ideal material
for making crochet hooks.

Interchangeable Tunisian Crochet


Art No. 3690 - 3698 Hook Takumi Combo Set
Sizes: E (3.5mm) - L (8.0mm)
Art No. 3684
*Includes 9
hooks, 5
stoppers and
Interchangeable 5 cords.
Cords
16in, 24in., 29in.,
36in., 48in.
*Cords and stoppers also available in open stock.

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IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Wiggly Tree Gift Bag


Design by Jennifer E. Ryan
around last post of row, continue
in the same manner for the next
row. Fasten off. (top 2 rows of Tree
completed)
EASY GIFT BAG With RS of Base facing and beg at
bottom of Tree, work rows 13 and
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS BASE OF TREE rows 79 of Base with wiggly rows
Bag: 91/2 inches wide x 11 inches With pine green, ch 27. as shown in Diagram A (see illus-
long tration) and rows 46 as shown in
Tree: 61/2 inches wide x 71/2 inches
Row 1: Dc in 5th ch from hook
(beg sk chs count as first dc and Diagram B (see illustration).
long
ch-1 sp), [ch 1, sk next ch, dc in Wiggly Row: Join (see Pattern
MATERIALS next ch] across, turn. (12 ch-1 sps) Notes) to bottom right corner of
Premier Yarns Deborah indicated row of Base, ch 2, follow-
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st in next ch-1 sp,
Norville Everyday Soft ing appropriate Diagram, work
ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), [dc in next
Worsted medium (worsted) 3 and 2 dc in alternating spaces
ch-1 sp, ch 1] across to last ch-1 sp,
weight acrylic yarn (4 oz/ (around posts and edges) across
dc in last sp, turn. (10 ch-1 sps)
203 yds/113g per ball): row in direction of arrows, ch 2,
2 balls #100-01 snow white Row 3: Ch 3, sk first ch-1 sp, dc in sl st to end of row. Fasten off.
1 ball each #100-07 really red, next ch-1 sp, [ch 1, dc] in each rem
#100-08 pine green and ch-1 sp across, dc in top of turning BAG
#100-27 lemon ch. (8 ch-1 sps) With snow white, ch 71.
Size H/8/5mm crochet hook Row 4: Ch 3, dc in first ch-1 sp, Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook
Tapestry needle [ch 1, dc] in each rem ch-1 sp and in each ch across, join in first
GAUGE across, dc in top of turning ch. sc. (70 sc)
Gauge is not necessary for (7 ch-1 sps)
Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as
this project. Rows 510: Rep Row 4. (1 ch-1 sp a st), Hhdc (see Special Stitch) in
15 Hhdc = 4 inches; 13 rows = at end of row 10) same st as base of beg ch-2 and
4 inches
Row 11: Ch 3, dc in next ch-1 sp, in each st around, join in first
dc in top of turning ch. Do not turn Hhdc. (70 Hhdc)
PATTERN NOTES or fasten off. (3 dc) Rnds 329: Rep rnd 2.
Wiggly Tree is made from a mesh WIGGLY TOPPING Rnd 30: Ch 2, Hhdc in same st
base on which double crochet Wiggly Top: Now working around as base of beg ch-2 and in next st,
stitches are worked in groups of 2 posts of sts and around chs, work [ch 1, sk next st, Hhdc in each of
around chains and 3 around the 3 dc around first dc, work 2 dc next 2 sts] around, sk last 2 sts,
posts to create the Topping. across bottom edge of row, work join in first Hhdc. (46 Hhdc,
Weave in loose ends as work 3 dc around next dc, work 2 dc 22 ch-1 sps)
progresses. across top edge of row, work 3 dc Continued on page 99
Chain-3 at beginning of row 2 dc 2 dc
counts as first double crochet
dc

3
3 dc

3 dc

3 dc

3 dc

3 dc
3 dc

unless otherwise stated.


dc
3

Join yarn
Join with slip stitch as indicated 2 dc 2 dc 2 dc here
unless otherwise stated. Wiggly Tree Gift Bag
Diagram A
SPECIAL STITCH
Herringbone half double 2 dc 2 dc 2 dc Join yarn
here
crochet (Hhdc): Yo, insert hook
3 dc

3 dc

3 dc

3 dc

3 dc
3 dc
dc

in indicated st, yo, draw up a lp


dc
3

and pull through first lp on hook, 2 dc 2 dc 2 dc 2 dc


yo, pull through 2 loops on hook.
Wiggly Tree Gift Bag
Diagram B

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Crochet a fun whimsical gift bag
with this wiggly crochet tree to
make any gift extra special!
IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Holiday Towel Topper


Design by Glenda Winkleman
Rnd 8: Join myrtle green with
sl st in ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same
ch-3 sp as beg ch-1, ch 3, [sc in
next ch-3 sp, ch 3] around, join
in beg sc. Fasten off.
INTERMEDIATE
MOTIF
FINISHED SIZE HANGING STRAP
Rnd 1: With goldenrod, ch 6, join
Motif: 31/2 inches in diameter (see Pattern Notes) in first ch to Row 1: With WS of Motif facing,
MATERIALS form a ring, beg pc (see Special working across section that is
Aunt Lydias Classic Stitches) in ring, ch 2, [pc (see attach to metal ring and working
Crochet size 10 crochet Special Stitches) in ring, ch 2] in rem back lps of rnd 6, sk next
cotton (white: 400 yds per 5 times, join in top of beg pc. 11 sc, join myrtle green in next st,
ball; solids: 350 yds per ball): Fasten off. (6 pc) ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch-1, sc
50 yds #484 myrtle green in each of next 14 sts, leaving rem
Rnd 2: Join victory red in any ch-2 sts unworked, turn. (15 sc)
25 yds each #494 victory red sp, ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), (dc,
and #1 white ch 1, 2 dc) in same ch-2 sp, ch 1, Rows 240: Ch 1, sc in each of
5 yds #421 goldenrod (2 dc, ch 1) twice in next ch-2 sp, next 15 sc, turn.
Size 7/1.65mm steel crochet join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Row 41: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc dec
hook or size needed to (see Stitch Guide) in next 2 sc, sc
obtain gauge Rnd 3: Sl st in first ch-1 sp, ch 3,
(2 dc, ch 4, 3 dc) in same ch-1 sp, in each of next 9 sc, sc dec in next
Tapestry needle 2 sc, sc in last sc, turn. (13 sc)
Sewing needle ch 1, sk next ch-1 sp, [(3 dc, ch 4,
Red sewing thread 3 dc) in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, sk next Row 42: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc
18mm red button ch-1 sp] around, join in 3rd ch of dec in next 2 sc, sc in each of next
3-inch metal ring beg ch-3. Fasten off. 7 sc, sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in last
Kitchen hand towel Rnd 4: Join myrtle green in first sc, turn. (11 sc)

GAUGE
ch-1 sp, ch 4 (counts as first tr), Row 43: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc
9 sc = 1 inch; 8 sc rows = 1 inch
(tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in same ch-1 sp, ch 3, dec in next 2 sc, sc in each of next
sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 3, [(2 tr, ch 3, 5 sc, sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in last
2 tr) in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, sc in next sc, turn. (9 sc)
PATTERN NOTES ch-4 sp, ch 3] around, join in 4th ch Row 44: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc
of beg ch-4. Fasten off. dec in next 2 sc, sc in each of next
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses. Rnd 5: Join white in first ch-3 sp, 3 sc, sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in last
ch 4, 6 tr in same ch-3 sp, sk next sc, turn. (7 sc)
Join with slip stitch as indicated ch-3 sp, 7 tr in next sc, sk next ch-3
unless otherwise stated. Row 45: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc dec
sp, [7 tr in next ch-3 sp, sk next in next 2 sc, sc in next sc, sc dec in
Chain-3 at beginning of rounds ch-3 sp, 7 tr in next sc, sk next ch-3 next 2 sc, sc in last sc, turn. (5 sc)
counts as first double crochet sp] around, join in 4th ch of beg
unless otherwise stated. ch-4. (84 tr) Row 46: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc dec
in next 2 sc, sc in each of next 2 sc,
SPECIAL STITCHES Rnd 6: Place Motif on top of metal turn. (4 sc)
ring, working through Motif and
Popcorn (pc): 5 dc in indicated around ring, ch 1, sc in each of Row 47: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc
st, draw up a lp, remove hook, in- next 30 tr, working in Motif only, sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in last sc,
sert hook in first dc of 5-dc group, in each of next 54 tr, join in beg sc. turn. (3 sc)
pick up dropped lp and draw Fasten off. (84 sc) Row 48: Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 10,
through st on hook. sk next sc, sc in last sc. Fasten off.
Rnd 7: Working in front lp
Beginning popcorn (beg pc): (see Stitch Guide) of each st, join With WS facing, sew red button to
Ch 3, 4 dc in same st as beg ch-3, victory red with sl st, ch 1, sc in center of row 2 of Hanging Strap.
draw up a lp, remove hook, insert same st as beg ch-1, ch 3, [sc in Fold Strap over and secure ch-10
hook in first dc of 5-dc group, pick next st, ch 3] around, join in beg lp over button. Insert kitchen hand
up dropped lp and draw through sc. Fasten off. towel through lower portion of
st on hook. metal ring. CW

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Quick to make and practical, this
towel topper is great to make for
yourself as well as for gifts! The
motif is crocheted to a metal ring,
allowing you to change out the
towel as needed.
IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Santa & Elf Hot Pads


Designs by Nancy Nehring
Rnd 25: Ch 2, work a total of
80 sts with red, change color to
light peach, sc in each of next 80 sc,
Beginning chain-2 counts as first join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2, turn.
EASY single crochet unless otherwise Rnds 2643: [Rep rnds 24 and
stated. 25] 9 times. At the end of rnd 43,
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS change color to white, fasten off
Before folding Magic Square is SPECIAL STITCH red and light peach.
9 inches wide x 41/2 inches tall, after Foundation: This foundation Rnd 44: With white, ch 1, [sc in
folding Hot Pad is 6 inches square is unusual in that the join is in each of next 3 sc, ch 5] around, do
MATERIALS the center of a double foundation not join, do not turn, continue to
Aunt Lydias Classic Crochet round, not at the end as is typical. work in spiral.
size 10 crochet cotton (white: It also places the top of a stitch
(the V) along both sides. *Ch half Rnds 4547: Sc in each of next
400 yds; colors: 350 yds; 3 sc, [holding each ch-5 sp forward
metallic: 100 yds per ball): of total chs in rnd, sl st in bottom
lp (not back lp) of each ch across, and sk, sc in next sc, ch 5, sc in
2 balls #424 light peach, each of next 2 sc] around, do not
1 ball each #1 white, rep from * once ending at center
on 1 side of foundation rnd, join in join, do not turn, continue in
#12 black, # 494 victory red, spiral. At the end of rnd 47, sl st
#484 myrtle green, first ch.
in next st. Fasten off.
#449 forest green and
#90G gold/gold SANTA HOT PAD NOSE
Size 7/1.65mm steel crochet Foundation (see Special Stitch): Rnd 1: With red, ch 4, join in first
hook or size needed to With white beg at center, *ch 40, sl ch to form a ring, ch 2, 7 sc in ring,
obtain gauge st in first ch from hook, sl st in each join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (8 sc)
Tapestry needle ch across, rep from *, join (see Pat-
Cotton quilt batting (optional) Rnd 2: Ch 2, sc in same st as beg
tern Notes), in first ch, turn. (80 chs) ch-2, 2 sc in each rem sc around,
Sewing needle and thread
(optional) Rnd 1: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2, leaving a
sc in each st around foundation 12-inch length, fasten off. (16 sc)
GAUGE rnd, join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2,
17 sc = 2 inches; 22 rnds = 2 inches turn. (160 sc) MOUTH

Rnds 29: Ch 2, sc in each sc Rnd 1: With black, ch 4, join in


around, join in 2nd ch of beg first ch to form a ring, ch 2, 7 sc
PATTERN NOTES in ring, join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2.
ch-2, turn.
Use only cotton thread. Synthetic Fasten off. (8 sc)
fibers can melt at oven tempera- Rnd 10: Ch 2, sc in each of next
79 sts (80 total), in last sc with Rnd 2: Join red in any sc, ch 2, sc
tures and stick to your skin in same st as beg ch-2, 2 sc in each
causing severe burns. white, change color (see Stitch
Guide and Pattern Notes) to red, rem sc around, join in 2nd ch of
Padding Hot Pad with 2 layers dropping white to WS, join in beg ch-2. (16 sc)
of tightly worked single crochet 2nd ch of beg ch-2, turn. Rnd 3: Ch 2, sc in same st as
in size 10 thread is sufficient to beg ch-2, sc in next sc, [2 sc in
prevent burns from hot pans but Rnd 11: Ch 2, work a total of 80 sc
with red, change color to white, sc next sc, sc in next sc] 7 times,
if padding is desired use a layer join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2, leaving
of cotton quilt batting. in each of next 80 sc, join in 2nd ch
of beg ch-2, turn. a 12-inch length, fasten off. (24 sc)
Even-numbered rounds are right
side, when changing color, drop Rnds 1223: [Rep rnds 10 and PUPIL
old color to wrong side of work 11] 6 times. At the end of rnd 23, Make 2.
and pick up new color. change color to light peach, drop
white. Rnd 1: With black, ch 4, join in
Weave in loose ends as work first ch to form a ring, ch 2, 7 sc
progresses. Rnd 24: Ch 2, work a total of in ring, join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2,
80 sc with light peach, change leaving a 10-inch length, fasten
Join with slip stitch as indicated color to red, sc in each of next 80 sc,
unless otherwise stated. off. (8 sc)
join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2, turn.

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Deceptively simple to make, these
cute Christmas-themed hot pads are
sure to bring a smile to the recipient.

EYE ch of beg ch-2, leaving a 12-inch oval. Thread rem length on tap-
Make 2. length, fasten off. (24 sc) estry needle. Position Mouth over
rnd where white beard meets light
Rnd 1: With white, ch 4, join in ASSEMBLY peach face and sew in place.
first ch to form a ring, ch 2, 7 sc Fold Magic Square according to
in ring, join in 2nd ch of beg Place Nose 3 rnds above Mouth,
illustration on page 94. with rem length, sew in place.
ch-2. (8 sc)
Cut and insert optional padding. Stretch Eye in wide oval. Position
Rnd 2: Ch 2, sc in same st as beg With sewing needle and thread,
ch-2, 2 sc in each rem sc around, Pupil at lower edge and sew in
tack padding in place so it doesnt place. Sew Eye in place. Rep with
join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (16 sc) shift when laundered. 2nd Eye.
Rnd 3: Ch 2, sc in same st as beg Using photo as a guide for place-
ch-2, sc in next sc, [2 sc in next sc, ment, stretch Mouth in a wide Continued on page 93
sc in next sc] 7 times, join in 2nd

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IN A MINUTE GIFTS

Snowman Towel Edging


Design by Joyce Geisler
each of next 6 dc, [ch 2, dc in next
dc] 11 times, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp,
dc in next dc, [ch 2, dc in next dc]
11 times, rep from * once, dc in
CONFIDENT Chain-5 at beginning of row counts each of next 6 dc, [ch 2, dc in next
BEGINNER
as first double crochet and chain-2 dc] 8 times, ch 2, dc in 3rd ch of
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS unless otherwise stated. beg ch-5, turn. (62 sps, 8 blocks)
3 inches wide x 171/2 inches long SPECIAL STITCH Rows 413: Ch 5, follow graph
MATERIALS
working blocks and sps across
Shell: Dc in indicated sp, [ch 1, each row, turn each row. At the
Aunt Lydias Classic Crochet dc in same sp] 4 times.
size 10 crochet cotton
end of row 13, fasten off.
(400 yds per ball): TOWEL EDGING BORDER
1 ball #226 natural
Size 10/1.15mm steel crochet Row 1 (RS): Working in the short Row 1: Join natural in side edge
hook or size needed to edge of towel, join (see Pattern of row 1, ch 1, sc in same sp, [sk
obtain gauge Notes) natural in corner of towel, next row, shell (see Special Stitch)
171/2-inch-wide tea towel ch 5 (see Pattern Notes), sk 1/4 inch in next row, ch 3, sk next row, sc in
of towel edge, dc in edge of towel, next row, ch 3] twice, sk next row,
GAUGE shell in next row, ch 3, sc in next
[ch 2, sk 1/4 inch of towel edge, dc
[Dc, ch 2] 4 times = 1 inch; row (row 12), ch 3, shell in next sp
in edge of towel] 69 times, turn.
5 rows = 1 inch for corner, ch 3, sc in next ch-2 sp,
(70 ch-2 sps, 71 dc)
[ch 3, sk next ch-2 sp, shell in next
Row 2 (WS): Ch 5, dc in next dc ch-2 sp, ch 3, sk next ch-2 sp, sc
PATTERN NOTES (sp) [ch 2, dc in next dc] 8 times in next ch-2 sp] across row 13,
The edging is crocheted directly on (8 sps), *[2 dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in ending with shell in last sp for
towel with crochet hook. The hook next dc] twice (2 blocks), [ch 2, dc corner, ch 3, [sc in next row, ch 3,
is sharp enough to go through the in next dc] 23 times (23 sps), rep sk next row, shell in next row,
towel. If this seems difficult use from * once, [2 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 3, sk next row] 3 times, sc in
a sharp tapestry needle to create dc in next dc] twice (2 blocks), side edge of row 1, turn.
holes as work progresses. [ch 2, dc in next dc] 8 times (8 sps),
ch 2, dc in 3rd ch of beg ch-5 (sp), Row 2: Ch 1, sc in same sc as
Weave in loose ends as work turn. (6 blocks, 64 sps) beg ch-1, [(ch 3, sc in next ch-1 sp)
progresses. 4 times, ch 3, sc in next sc] across
Row 3: Ch 5, dc in next dc (sp), row 1. Fasten off. CW
Join with slip stitch as indicated [ch 2, dc in next dc] 8 times, *dc in
unless otherwise stated.

KEY
Sp
Block

13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Snowman Towel Edging


Chart

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Dress up a holiday towel with this cute snowman edging
worked in size 10 crochet thread. Add it to a basket with
homemade goodies for an extra-special gift.
BABY ITS COLD!

Chelsea Cabled Set Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS):


Insert hook through work from
Designs by Darla Fanton front to back between strands of
next vertical bar (see illustration),
A yo, pull lp through.
CHALLENGING

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Cowl: 51/4 inches wide x 59 inches B
long, unbuttoned
Hat: 8 inches tall x 24 inches in
Tunisian Knit Stitch
circumference
Mittens: 9 inches long Cable cross: Sk next 2 sts, 2 TKS,
Work Loops Off Hook
MATERIALS move 2 sts just made to first cable
Plymouth Yarn Encore across front of vertical bar and to needle and hold in front of work,
Worsted medium (wor- back (see illustration), yo, pull lp TKS in 2 sts just sk, move last 2 sts
sted) weight acrylic/wool through. made to 2nd cable needle and hold
yarn (31/2 oz/200 yds/100g A
in back of work, place sts from first
per skein): cable needle on hook, place sts from
4 skeins #174 cranberry 2nd cable needle on hook.
Size L/11/8mm Tunisian crochet Tunisian Purl Stitch Decrease
hook or size needed to (TPSD): With yarn in front, insert
obtain gauge hook under front strand of next
Size L/11/8mm crochet hook vertical bar of next 2 sts from right
Size J/10/6mm or smaller cable to left, bring yarn across front of
B
needles: 2 vertical bars and to back, yo, pull
7/8-inch buttons by Dritz: 3 lp through.
Tapestry needle
6-inch locking stitch holder Tunisian Knit Stitch Decrease
(for Mittens) (TKSD): Insert hook through work
Stitch markers: 2 from front to back between strands
of next vertical bar on each of next
GAUGE 2 sts, yo, pull lp through.
18 TPS = 4 inches; 13 TPS rows =
4 inches Increase (inc): Pick up lp under
C
top strand on next horizontal bar.
Tunisian Simple Stitch De-
PATTERN NOTE crease (TSSD): Insert hook
Join with slip stitch as indicated under both strands of last 2 sts,
unless otherwise stated. Tunisian Purl Stitch yo, pull lp through.
SPECIAL STITCHES COWL
Work loops off hook (work lps Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS):
off hook): Yo, pull through 1 lp Insert hook under both strands Row 1: With Tunisian hook, loosely
on hook (see A of illustration), [yo, (see illustration) of last st, yo, pull ch 23,
pull through 2 lps on hook (see B of lp through. A. working in back bar of ch
illustration)] across until 1 lp rem (see illustration), holding all lps
on hook. Last lp on hook counts as on hook, pick up lp in 2nd ch
first st of next row. from hook and in each ch
Tunisian Purl Stitch (TPS): across (23 lps on hook);
With yarn in front, insert hook
under front strand of next vertical
bar from right to left, bring yarn
Tunisian Simple Stitch

Back Bar of Chain

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Take Tunisian crochet to new
levels one piece at a time with
this enchanting winter set.
B. work lps off hook (see Special Row 194: B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook,
Stitches). A. 3 TPS, pick up lp under ch-1 sp [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
Rows 24: on previous row, [6 TPS, pick up 10 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through
lp under ch-1 sp of previous row] 2 lps on hook] 42 times, ch 1,
A. TPS (see Special Stitches) [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
across to last st, TSS (see twice, 3 TPS, TSS in last st
(23 lps on hook); 23 times.
Special Stitches) in last st;
B. work lps off hook. Rows 8 & 9: Rep row 2.
B. work lps off hook.
Bind off in sl st as if to TSS. Rows 1013: Rep rows 47.
Row 5:
Fasten off. Row 14:
A. 2 TPS, 1 TKS (see Special
Stitches), 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 3 TPS, Sew buttons in place opposite A. 1 TKS, [2 TPS, TPSD (see
4 TKS, 2 TPS, 1 TKS, 2 TPS, buttonholes. Special Stitches), 3 TPS, 4 TKS,
TSS in last st; Block. 2 TPS, TPSD, 3 TPS, 3 TKS]
3 times, 2 TPS, TPSD, 3 TPS,
B. work lps off hook. 4 TKS, 2 TPS, TPSD, 3 TPS,
HAT
Row 6: 1 TKS, TSS in last st (77 lps
A. 2 TPS, 1 TKS, 2 TPS, cable Row 1: With Tunisian hook, on hook);
cross (see Special Stitches), loosely ch 85, B. work lps off hook.
3 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, 1 TKS, A. working in back bar of ch (see Row 15:
2 TPS, TSS in last st; illustration), holding all lps on
hook, pick up lp in 2nd ch from A. 1 TKS, [2 TPS, TPSD, 2 TPS,
B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, TPSD, 2 TPS,
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] hook and in each ch across
(85 lps on hook); 3 TKS] 3 times, 2 TPS, TPSD,
14 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, TPSD,
2 lps on hook] 8 times. B. work lps off hook (see Special 2 TPS, 1 TKS, TSS in last st
Rows 7 & 8: Rep row 5. Stitches). (69 lps on hook);
Row 9: Rows 2 & 3: B. work lps off hook.
A. 2 TPS, 1 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, A. 1 TKS (see Special Stitches), Row 16:
3 TPS, cable cross, 2 TPS, 1 TKS, [7 TPS (see Special Stitches),
4 TKS, 7 TPS, 3 TKS] 3 times, A. 1 TKS, *5 TPS, cable cross,
2 TPS, TSS in last st; 5 TPS, TKSD (see Special
7 TPS, 4 TKS, 7 TPS, 1 TKS,
B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, TSS (see Special Stitches) in Stitches), 1 TKS, 5 TPS, 4 TKS,
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] last st; 5 TPS*, TKSD, 1 TKS, rep
7 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through between * once, 1 TKSD (65 lps
2 lps on hook] 15 times. B. work lps off hook. on hook):
Rows 10 & 11: Rep row 5. Row 4: B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook,
Rows 12190: [Rep rows 611 A. 1 TKS, *7 TPS, cable cross (see [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
consecutively] 29 times, ending Special Stitches), 7 TPS, 3 TKS, 23 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through
last rep with row 10. 7 TPS, 4 TKS, 7 TPS*, 3 TKS, 1 lp on hook] 32 times, ch 1, [yo,
rep between *, 1 TKS, TSS in pull through 2 lps on hook]
Rows 191 & 192: Rep row 2. last st (85 lps on hook); 9 times.
Row 193: B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, Row 17:
A. 2 TPS, TPSD (see Special [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] A. 1 TKS, [2 TPS, TPSD, 1 TPS,
Stitches), ch 1 (buttonhole), 31 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through 4 TKS, 2 TPS, TPSD, 1 TPS,
[5 TPS, TPSD, ch 1 (buttonhole)] 2 lps on hook] 42 times, ch 1, 2 TKS] 3 times, 2 TPS, TPSD,
twice, 3 TPS, TSS in last st [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] 1 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, TPSD,
(20 lps on hook); 11 times. 1 TPS, TSS in last st (57 lps
B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, Rows 5 & 6: Rep row 2. on hook);
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] Row 7: B. work lps off hook.
3 times, ch 1, *[yo, pull through
2 lps on hook] 6 times, ch 1, rep A. 1 TKS, *7 TPS, 4 TKS, 7 TPS, Row 18:
from * once, [yo, pull through 3 TKS, 7 TPS, cable cross, A. 1 TKS, [2 TPS, TPSD, 4 TKS,
2 lps on hook] 4 times. 7 TPS*, 3 TKS, rep between * 2 TPS, TPSD, 2 TKS] 3 times,
once, 1 TKS, TSS in last st;

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2 TPS, TPSD, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, Row 21: Row 24:
TPSD, TSS in last st (49 lps A. [TPSD, 4 TKS, TPSD, 1 TKS] A. [1 TPS, 2 TKSD] across to
on hook); 3 times, TPSD, 4 TKS, TPSD, last st, TSS in last st (14 lps
B. work lps off hook. TSS in last st (29 lps on hook); on hook);
Row 19: B. work lps off hook. B. leaving 18-inch end, fasten off,
A. TPSD, *2 TPS, 4 TKS, 3 TPS, Row 22: run end of yarn through sts as
TKSD, 3 TPS, cable cross, you remove them from hook,
A. *1 TPS, cable cross, TPSD, gather tightly to close top, sew
3 TPS*, TKSD, 1 TPS, rep 1 TPS, 4 TKS*, TPSD, rep
between * once, TSS in last st ends of rows tog.
between * once, 1 TPS, TSS in
(45 lps on hook); last st (26 lps on hook); RIBBING
B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, Getting started: Sl st should
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] be worked loosely to maintain
5 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through 9 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through stretch. There are no turning chs
2 lps on hook] 22 times, ch 1, 2 lps on hook] 12 times, ch 1, in Ribbing.
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
17 times. Row 1: With WS facing, using
4 times. crochet hook, join (see Pattern
Row 20: Row 23: Note) at lower edge of seam, ch 6,
A. TPSD, 1 TPS, [4 TKS, TPSD, A. 1 TPS, [4 TKS, TPSD] 3 times, turn, working in back bar of ch,
1 TPS, 1 TKS, 1 TPS, TPSD] 4 TKS, TKSD in last 2 sts (22 lps sl st in first ch from hook and in
3 times, 4 TKS, TPSD, 1 TPS, on hook); each ch across, sl st in next st on
TSS
eated 8/12, revised 7/13in last st (37 lps on hook); row 1 of Hat, turn. (7 sts)
A art, pantone uncoated (below)
Color specifications:
th the DRG corporate logo
B. work lps off hook. Annies Logo Purple:
age attempt.)
B. work lps off hook.
Logo next to stacked tagline Pantone: 268C, GOE Medium
Continued on pageCMYK:
96 C82, M100, K12
Pantone uncoated (below) RGB: R82, G43, B133
line Hexadecimal: 522b85

Annies Logo Gray:


Pantone: Cool Gray 9 U
CMYK: 60K
A N N I E S V I D E O C L A S S E S RGB: R130, G131, B134
Hexadecimal: 828386
4 color process (below)
Learn to Crochet Lace:
Hairpin, Broomstick & Bruges
Instructor Ellen Gormley

6
Black (below)

exclusive projects

Learn to Crochet Lace:


White (below)
included in this
class! Minimum allowed sizes
Pantone uncoated (below)
Hairpin, Broomstick & Bruges
In this informative video class Increase and decrease in
youll learn how to: broomstick lace.
Assemble and use a hairpin lace Crochet strips of Bruges lace and 4 color process (below)
frame. join them into a beautiful fabric.
Logo alone
Join hairpin lace panels. CHV23 Learn to Crochet Lace:
Pantone uncoated (below) Hairpin,4 Broomstick
color process (below)
& Bruges
Work hairpin lace as a right- or left-
handed crocheter.
Black (below)

Determine which supersize
knitting needle and regular crochet Crafts
hook to use for broomstick lace. AnniesOnlineClasses.com
Black (below) White (below)

White (below)

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never to appear as less than 5 pt. in size. If, in the event
ol appears too small, that symbol must be reset to the
BABY ITS COLD!

Merry Cowl
Design by Monika Evans

CONFIDENT
BEGINNER

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
8 inches wide x 25 inches in
circumference
MATERIALS
Premier Yarns Deborah
Norville Serenity Chunky
Sequins bulky (chunky)
weight acrylic/sequins yarn
(3 oz/93 yds/85g per ball):
2 balls #550-04 night sky
Size M/13/9mm crochet hook or
size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Locking stitch marker
GAUGE
Rnds 1 and 2 of Front = 3 inches

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Cowl is made in continuous
rounds. Do not join unless
otherwise stated. Place marker
on indicated stitch and move up
as each round is completed.
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
First foundation single
crochet (first foundation sc):
Ch 2, insert hook into 2nd ch
from hook, yo, pull up a lp, yo,
draw through 1 lp on hook (see
illustration Ach-1 completed),
yo, draw through both lps on
hook (see illustrations B and C
sc completed).
Warm, chunky yarn makes this
Next foundation single bobble-textured cowl fun and
crochet (next foundation sc): practical for cold wintry days.
[Insert hook in last ch-1 made Quick to make, its a great
(see illustration A), yo, pull up last-minute gift too!
a lp, yo, draw through 1 lp on
hook (see illustration Bch-1

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completed), yo, draw through both COWL sc in next 2 sts, bobble (see Spe-
lps on hook (see illustrations C and cial Stitches) in next st, *sc in next
Dsc completed)] as indicated in Set-up row: Work first founda- 3 sts, bobble in next st; rep from *
instructions. tion sc (see Special Stitches), to end of rnd. (11 bobbles, 32 sc)
work 43 next foundation sc
Bobble: Yo, insert hook in indi- (see Special Stitches). (44 sc) Rnd 2: Sc in each st around. (44 sc)
cated st and pull up a lp, yo, Rnd 3: *Bobble in next st, sc in
draw through 2 lps on hook, Rnd 1: Now working in rnds and
being careful not to twist, sc in next 3 sts; rep from * to end of rnd.
[yo, insert hook in same st andA (11 bobbles, 33 sc)
pull up a lp, yo, draw through first foundation sc, place marker
2 lps on hook] 4 times, yo and (see Pattern Notes) in st just made, Rnd 4: Rep Rnd 2.
draw through 6 lps on hook. A Rnd 5: Sc in next 2 sts, bobble
in next st, *sc in next 3 sts, bobble
in next st; rep from * to last st
B before marker, sc in last st.
A
(11 bobbles, 33 sc)
Rnd 6: Rep Rnd 2.
B
A Rnd 7: *Sc in next 3 sts, bobble in
next st; rep from * to end of rnd.
C (11 bobbles, 32 sc)
B
Rnds 813: Rep rnds 27.
C Rnds 14 & 15: Rep rnds 2 and 3.
B
Rnd 16: Rep rnd 2; join (see Pat-
D
tern Notes) in next st; fasten off.
C FINISHING

D
Close the gap at the bottom of
C
rnd 1. CW

First Foundation Next Foundation


Single Crochet Single Crochet

First Foundation Next Foundation


Single Crochet Single Crochet

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Fingers-Free Mitts MITT


Design by Wendi Cusins
Make 2.
Foundation Row: Starting with
EASY Large Adult: a 6-inch tail, *ch 3, cl (see Special
Berroco Vintage bulky Stitches) in 3rd ch from hook; rep
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS (chunky) weight acrylic/ from * 9 times more. (10 cls)
Child: Circumference 551/2 inches, wool/nylon yarn (31/2 oz/ Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 1, working over
length 6 inches 136 yds/100g per skein): post of top dc st in each cl, *shell
Pre-teen: Circumference 2 skeins #6152 mistletoe (see Special Stitches) in next cl;
51/26 inches, length 61/2 inches Size E/4/3.5mm (child), rep from * around; join with sl st
Teen: Circumference 661/2 inches, size G/6/4mm (preteen), in first sc (to form ring and finish
length 7 inches size H/8/5mm (teen), size round). (10 shells)
Small Adult Circumference I/9/5.5mm (small adult), size
61/271/2 inches, length 71/2 inches J/10/6mm (medium adult) Rnds 210: Ch 1 (see Pattern
Medium Adult: Circumference and size K/101/2/6.5mm (large Notes), turn, shell in each ch-1 sp
71/281/2 inches, length 81/2 inches adult) crochet hooks or size around; join with sl st in first sc.
Large Adult: Circumference needed to obtain gauge (10 shells)
81/291/2 inches, length 91/2 inches Yarn needle Rnd 11: Ch 1, turn, shell in each
MATERIALS GAUGE of next 4 ch-1 sps, shell in next
Child & Preteen: Child: 12 sts = 2 inches; 71/2 rnds sc (of same shell), shell in each of
Berroco Vintage light (DK) = 2 inches next 2 ch-1 sps, shell in next sc
weight acrylic/wool/nylon Preteen: 11 sts = 2 inches; (of same shell), shell in each of
yarn (31/2 oz/290 yds/100g 7 rnds = 2 inches next 4 ch-1 sps; join with sl st in
per skein): Teen: 10 sts = 2 inches; 6 rnds = first sc. (12 shells)
1 skein #2158 kingfisher 2 inches
Teen, Small & Medium Adult: Small Adult: 9 sts = 2 inches;
Berroco Vintage medium 51/2 sts = 2 inches
(worsted) weight acrylic/ Medium Adult: 8 sts = 2 inches;
wool/nylon yarn (31/2 oz/ 5 sts = 2 inches
218 yds/100g per skein): Large Adult: 7 sts = 2 inches;
1 skein #5167 dewberry 41/2 sts = 2 inches

PATTERN NOTES For a longer cuff, add either 2 or 4


Weave in loose ends as work additional rounds before Round 11.
progresses. SPECIAL STITCHES
The chain-1 turning chain does not Cluster (cl): Yo, insert hook in
count as first stitch. st or indicated sp, draw up lp,
Join with slip stitch as indicated yo, draw through 2 lps on hook,
unless otherwise stated. yo, insert hook in same st or
Turn each round, unless otherwise sp, draw up lp, yo, draw through
specified. 2 lps on hook, yo, draw through
rem 3 lps on hook.
The pattern instructions are the
same for all sizes. Only the yarn Shell: (Sc, ch 1, dc) in indicated
weight and hook size are variable. st or sp.

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Just one pattern and 3
weights of yarn provide
tons of options for sizing.
Great for texting, or wear
over a pair of gloves when
the temperature drops.
Rnd 12: Ch 1, turn, shell
in each ch-1 sp around;
join with sl st in first sc.
(12 shells)
Rnd 13: Ch 1, turn,
*shell in each of next
4 ch-1 sps, shell in next
sc (of same shell); rep
from * once more, shell
in each of next 4 ch-1
sps; join with sl st in
first sc. (14 shells)
Rnd 14: Rep Rnd 12.
(14 shells)
Rnd 15: Ch 1, turn, shell
in each of next 5 ch-1 sps,
[(sc, ch 2, sc) in next ch-1
sp] 4 times, shell in each
of next 5 ch-1 sps; join
with sl st in first sc.
(10 shells, 8 sc, 4 ch-2 sps)
Rnd 16: Ch 1, turn, shell
in each of next 5 ch-1 sps,
sl st in next sc (of same
shell), skip next 16 sts
(8 sc and 4 ch-2 spsfor
thumb), sl st in first dc of
next shell, shell in each
of next 5 ch-1 sps; join
with sl st in first sc.
(10 shells, 2 sl sts)
Rnds 1720: Rep Rnd
12. (10 shells) At the end
of Rnd 20, sl st in next
ch-1 sp.
Rnd 21: Turn, *ch 3, cl
in 3rd ch from hook, sl st
in next ch-1 sp; rep from
* around. Fasten off and
weave in ends.
FINISHING
Using beginning long tail
and yarn needle, sew to
top of last cl on Founda-
tion Row. CW

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Cosette
Chapeau
Design by Kristi Simpson

CONFIDENT
BEGINNER

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
21 inches in circumference at brim
x 7 inches long
MATERIALS
Noro Kureyon medium
(worsted) weight wool
yarn (13/4 oz/110 yds/50g
per ball):
2 balls #102 pink/orange/
purple/blue variegated
Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or
size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
GAUGE
16 dc = 4 inches; 9 rows = 4 inches

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.
Chain-2 at beginning of round
does not count as a stitch unless
otherwise stated.
Quick and easy to stitch, youll find yourself making more
Chain-3 at beginning of round than one. Look for worsted-weight yarns with long color
counts as first double crochet repeats to create this stunning stripe effect.
unless otherwise stated.

HAT
Rnd 4: Ch 2, dc in each of first Rnd 7: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc
Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 4, 10 dc in 4th ch 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, *dc in each of in first st, *sk next st, 2 dc in next
from hook (3 sk chs do not count as next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from st, rep from * around, join in top of
st), join (see Pattern Notes) in beg * around, join in beg dc. (40 dc) beg ch-3. (30 groups of 2 dc)
dc. (10 dc) Rnd 5: Ch 2, dc in each of first Rnds 816: Ch 3, dc in sp between
Rnd 2: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, *dc in each of first 2 dc, 2 dc in sp between sts
2 dc in each st around, join in beg next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from of each 2-dc group around, join in
dc. (20 dc) * around, join in beg dc. (50 dc) top of beg ch-3. At end of last rnd,
Rnd 3: Ch 2, dc in first st, 2 dc in Rnd 6: Ch 2, dc in each of first fasten off. CW
next st, *dc in next st, 2 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, *dc in each of
st, rep from * around, join in beg next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from
dc. (30 dc) * around, join in beg dc. (60 dc)

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Long & the Short of It Scarf ch-1 sp, ch 1, turn. (11 groups of
3 sc, 12 scallops)
Design by Kristen Stoltzfus Clay Row 6: (Sc in first ch-1 sp, [ch 3,
sc in next ch-1 sp] 7 times) in first
scallop, *sc in center sc of next 3-sc
INTERMEDIATE
SIDE LACE group, (sc in first ch-1 sp, [ch 3, sc
Row 1: Working in ends of rows, in next ch-1 sp] 7 times) in next
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS sc in same row as last sl st made, scallop, rep from * across, sl st in
7 inches wide x 48 inches long (ch 5, sc) in each odd-numbered last sc. Fasten off.
MATERIALS row across long side, ch 1, turn.
(49 sc, 48 ch-5 sps) END LACE
Universal Yarn Adore light
(DK) weight acrylic yarn Row 2: Hdc in first sc, ch 1, [sc in Work twice.
(31/2 oz/273 yds/100g next ch-5 sp, ch 5] across, ch 1, hdc With RS facing, join (see Pattern
per skein): in last sc, ch 1, turn. (2 ch-1 sps, Notes) yarn to work across
2 skeins #107 magenta 47 ch-5 sps) short end.
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or Row 3: Sc in ch-1 sp, (ch 5, sc in Row 1: Work [sc, ch 5] 8 times
size needed to obtain gauge next ch sp) across, ch 1, turn. evenly across short end and ends of
Tapestry needle (49 sc, 48 ch-5 sps) Side Lace, end with sc. (8 ch-5 sps)
GAUGE Row 4: Hdc in first sc, ch 1, *sc in Rows 2 & 3: Rep Rows 2 and 3 of
11 reps of row 2 = 5 inches next ch sp, ch 4, sc in next ch sp, Side Lace. (9 sc, 8 ch-5 sps)
ch 5, [sc in next ch sp, ch 4] twice, Row 4: Hdc in first sc, ch 1, sc in
rep from * 11 times, sc in next ch next ch sp, ch 4, sc in next ch sp,
PATTERN NOTES sp, ch 4, sc in next ch sp, ch 5, sc in ch 5, [sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 4]
Weave in loose ends as work next ch sp, ch 4, sc in next ch sp, 3 times, sc in next ch sp, ch 5, sc
progresses. ch 1, hdc in last sc, ch 1, turn. in next ch sp, ch 4, sc in last ch sp,
Join with slip stitch as indicated (2 ch-1 sps, 35 ch-4 sps, 12 ch-5 sps) ch 1, hdc in last sc. (7 ch sps)
unless otherwise stated. Row 5: Sc in ch-1 sp, *sk next ch-4 Rows 5 & 6: Rep Rows 5 and 6 of
sp, in ch-5 sp work scallop (see Side Lace. (2 scallops)
SPECIAL STITCH Special Stitch), sk next ch-4 sp**,
Scallop: (Tr, [ch 1, tr] 8 times) in in next ch-5 sp work 3 sc, rep from Circumference Edging
indicated sp. * across, ending last rep at **, sc in With RS facing, join yarn in first
sc of Row 6 of End Lace, *[ch 4, sk
SCARF next ch sp, sl st in sc] 7 times, sk
next sc, sl st in next sc, [ch 4, sk
CENTER next ch sp, sl st in sc] 7 times*,
Row 1 (RS): Ch 24, 3 dc in [ch 4, sl st in end of row] 3 times
4th ch from hook, [sk 3 chs, in evenly sp across side of End Lace
next ch, work (sc, ch 3, 3 dc)] 4 rows, ending with sl st in first sc of
times, sk 3 chs, sc in last ch, turn. Row 6 of Side Lace, rep between *
(5 ch-3 sps, 1 sc) across Side Lace, [ch 4, sl st in end
Row 2: (Ch 3, work 3 dc) in first of row] 3 times evenly sp across side
sc, [in next ch-3 sp, work (sc, ch 3, of End Lace rows, ending with last
3 dc)] across to last ch-3 sp, sc in sl st in first sc of Row 6 of End Lace,
last ch-3 sp, turn. rep between * once, ending with
sl st in end of first odd-numbered
Rep row 2 94 times for a total of row of Scarf Center, working in ends
96 rows. of rows, [ch 4, sl st in next odd-num-
Last Row (RS): (Ch 3, dc) in bered row] across rem of long side of
first sc, work [3 sc in next ch-3 sp] Scarf, join in first sl st. Fasten off.
4 times, (dc, ch 3, sl st) in last sc,
do not turn. FINISHING
Dampen and block. CW

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This soft scarf features
cozy, textured stitches
coupled with a pretty, open-
scalloped edging. Dress it
up with a favorite pin or
wear it tucked around your
neck for a pretty accent.
BABY ITS COLD!

Front Row Fan Scarf


Design by Becky Barker
Rows 20259: [Rep rows 819
consecutively] 20 times. At end of
row 259, do not fasten off.
Row 260: Ch 16, sl st in 2nd ch
EASY SCARF from hook and in each rem ch
across (first fringe made), sl st
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Row 1 (WS): With serenity blue, in next sc, sl st in next ch-1 sp,
51/2 inches wide x 661/2 inches long, ch 25, sc in 2nd ch from hook, [ch 16, sl st in 2nd ch from hook
excluding fringe *ch 1, sk next ch, sc in next ch, and in each rem ch across (next
rep from * across to last ch, sc in fringe made), sl st in next sc, sl st
MATERIALS last ch, turn. (13 sc, 11 ch-1 sps) in next ch-1 sp] 10 times; (sl st,
Plymouth Yarn Encore
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 1, ch 16, sl st in 2nd ch from hook
Worsted medium (worsted)
sk next sc, sc in next ch-1 sp, and in each rem ch across, sl st) in
weight acrylic/wool yarn
*ch 1, sk next sc, sc in next ch-1 sp, last sc. Fasten off. (12 fringes)
(31/2 oz/200 yds/100g per skein):
rep from * across to last sc, sc in Working across opposite side of
2 skeins #4045 serenity blue
last sc, turn. foundation ch, join (see Pattern
1 skein #517 denim blue
Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or Rows 37: Rep row 2, changing Notes) serenity blue with sl st in
size needed to obtain gauge color (see Stitch Guide) to denim first ch of foundation ch, ch 16,
Tapestry needle blue in last st of last row. sl st in 2nd ch from hook and in
Rows 812: With denim blue, rep each rem ch across (first fringe
GAUGE
row 2, changing color to serenity made), sl st in each of next 3 chs
20 sts = 4 inches; 16 rows = 4 inches
blue in last st of last row. on scarf, [ch 16, sl st in 2nd ch
from hook and in each rem ch
Rows 1319: With serenity blue, across (next fringe made), sl st in
PATTERN NOTE rep row 2, changing color to denim next 2 chs on scarf] 10 times; ch
Join with slip stitch as indicated blue in last st of last row. 16, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and in
unless otherwise stated. each rem ch across, sl st in last ch
on scarf. Fasten off. (12 fringes) CW

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The novel fringe makes this
beginner scarf anything but
ordinary. Made in team colors,
this makes a great gift for the
sport fans on your list!
BABY ITS COLD! Intricate cables
intertwine their

Crazy for Cables


way along this scarf
adding dimension
and interest. Worked

Scarf
in front and back
post stitches, the
8-row pattern is easily
Design by Amy D. Brewer memorized.

INTERMEDIATE

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
5 inches wide x 65 inches long
MATERIALS
Premier Yarns Deborah
Norville Everyday Soft
medium (worsted) weight
acrylic yarn (4 oz/203 yds/
113g per skein):
2 skeins #1031 peacock
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or
size needed to obtain gauge
GAUGE
First 9 rows of pattern = 41/2 inches

SCARF
Row 1: Ch 17, hdc in 3rd ch from
hook (first 2 chs count as first
hdc) and in each ch across,
turn. (16 hdc)
Row 2: Ch 1, hdc in each of first
2 sts, sk next 2 sts, fptr (see Stitch
Guide) around each of next 2 sts,
working in front of last 2 fptr, fptr
around each of 2 sts just sk, hdc
in each of next 4 sts, sk next 2
sts, fptr around each of next 2 sts,
working in front of last 2 fptr, fptr
around each of 2 sts just sk, hdc in
each of last 2 sts, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, hdc in each of first
2 sts, bpdc (see Stitch Guide)
around each of next 2 sts, sk next
2 sts, tr in each of next 2 sts, bptr
(see Stitch Guide) around each of
2 sts just sk, sk next 2 sts, bptr
around each of next 2 sts, tr in
each of 2 sts just sk, bpdc around
each of next 2 sts, hdc in each of
last 2 sts, turn.

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Row 4: Ch 1, hdc in each of first next 2 sts, bptr around each of Next rows: [Rep rows 29 consecu-
2 sts, fpdc (see Stitch Guide) 2 sts just sk, bpdc around each of tively] 16 times or to desired length,
around each of next 2 sts, hdc in next 2 sts, hdc in each of last ending last rep with row 8.
each of next 2 sts, sk next 2 sts, 2 sts, turn. Next row: Ch 1, hdc in each st
fptr around each of next 2 sts, fptr Row 8: Rep row 2. across, turn.
around each of 2 sts just sk, hdc
in each of next 2 sts, fpdc around Row 9: Ch 1, hdc in each of first Last rnd: Ch 1, evenly sp sc
each of next 2 sts, hdc in each of 2 sts, bpdc around each of next around outer edge working 3 sc in
last 2 sts, turn. 4 sts, hdc in each of next 4 sts, each corner, join with sl st in first
bpdc around each of next 4 sts, sc. Fasten off. CW
Row 5: Ch 1, hdc in each of first hdc in each of last 2 sts, turn.
2 sts, bpdc around each of next
2 sts, hdc in each of next 2 sts,
bpdc around each of next 4 sts, hdc
in each of next 2 sts, bpdc around
each of next 2 sts, hdc in each of
last 2 sts, turn.
Row 6: Rep row 4.
Row 7: Ch 1, hdc in each of first
2 sts, bpdc around each of next
2 sts, sk next 2 sts, bptr around
each of next 2 sts, tr in each of
2 sts just sk, sk next 2 sts, tr in

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Chunky
Speckled Neck
Warmer
Design by Allison Weldon

BEGINNER

FINISHED SIZE
One size fits most
MATERIALS
Lion Brand Wool-Ease
Thick & Quick super bulky
(super chunky) weight
acrylic/wool yarn (6 oz/
106 yds/170g per skein):
1 skein #123 oatmeal
Size N/P/15/10mm crochet hook
or size needed to obtain gauge
GAUGE
6 dc = 4 inches; 3 dc rnds = 3 inches

PATTERN NOTES
Chain-2 at beginning of round
counts as first double crochet
unless otherwise stated.
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.

NECK WARMER
Rnd 1: Ch 45, using care not to
twist ch, sl st in 45th ch from
hook to form ring, ch 2 (see
Pattern Notes), dc in each ch
around, join (see Pattern Notes)
in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. (45 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, dc in each dc
around, join in 2nd ch of
beg ch-2.
Rnds 39: Rep rnd 2. At the end
of last rnd, fasten off. CW

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A big hook, super
chunky- weight yarn and
easy rounds of crochet
guarantee you can finish
this neck warmer in less
than an hour, making
it perfect for last-minute
gifts or approaching
bad weather!

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Bold Stripes Scarf Row 12: Ch 1, hdc in each of next


6 hdc, *change to green, hdc in
Design by Laurinda Reddig each of next 6 hdc*, change to gray,
hdc in each of next 6 hdc, rep be-
tween * once, turn.
INTERMEDIATE
SCARF Row 13: Ch 1, hdc in each of next
6 hdc, *late change to gray, hdc in
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS With green, ch 25. each of next 6 hdc*, late change to
6 inches wide x 55 inches long Row 1: With green, ch 25, hdc green, hdc in each of next 6 hdc,
MATERIALS in back bar (see illustration) of rep between * once, turn.
Medium (worsted) weight 2nd ch from hook and each ch Row 14: Ch 1, hdc in each of first
wool/alpaca/mohair yarn: across, turn. 5 hdc, *change to green, hdc in
51/4 oz/279 yds/150g each of next 6 hdc*, change to gray,
dark green hdc in each of next 6 hdc, rep be-
31/2 oz/186 yds/100g gray tween * once, change to gray, hdc
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or in last hdc, turn.
size needed to obtain gauge
Back Bar of Chain Row 15: Ch 1, hdc in each of next
GAUGE gray color hdc, *late change to
Working in hdc: 16 hdc = 4 inches; green, hdc in each of next 6 hdc*,
13 rows = 4 inches Row 2: Ch 1 (see Pattern Notes), late change to gray, hdc in each
hdc in each of first 5 hdc, *change of next 6 hdc, rep between * once,
to (see Special Stitches) gray, hdc late change to gray, hdc in each of
PATTERN NOTES in each of next 6 hdc*, change to next gray color hdc across, turn.
Do not skip first stitch on each row. green, hdc in each of next 6 hdc, Row 16: Ch 1, hdc in each of next
rep between * once, change to
Chain-1 at beginning of every row green, hdc in last hdc, turn. green color hdc, *change to gray,
does not count as first stitch. (24 hdc) hdc in each of next 6 hdc*, change
When changing color at the end of Row 3: Ch 1, hdc in each of next to green, hdc in each of next 6 hdc,
a row (as in row 11), work first hdc green color hdc, *late change to rep between * once, change to gray,
of next row by inserting hook hdc in each of next gray color hdc
(see Special Stitches) gray, hdc in across, turn.
under strand of new color and in each of next 6 hdc*, late change to
both loops of first stitch. green, hdc in each of next 6 hdc, Rows 1722: [Rep rows 15 and 16
rep between * once, late change to alternately] 3 times.
SPECIAL STITCHES
green, hdc in each of next green Row 23: Ch 1, hdc in each of
Color change (change to): Work color hdc across, turn. first 5 hdc, * late change to green,
to final yo of last st in old color, yo hdc in each of next 6 hdc*, late
and complete st with new color, Row 4: Ch 1, hdc in each of
next green color hdc, *change to change to gray, hdc in each of next
bring old color to front of work and 6 hdc, rep between * once, change
back between new color and hook, gray, hdc in each of next 6 hdc*,
change to green, hdc in each of to gray, hdc in last hdc, change to
work first st in new color, pull old green, turn.
color strand tight, continue work- next 6 hdc, rep between * once,
ing in new color. change to green, hdc in each of Row 24: Ch 1, hdc in each of next
next green color hdc across, turn. 6 hdc, *change to gray, hdc in each
Late color change (late change of next 6 hdc*, change to green,
to): Complete last st in old color Rows 510: [Rep rows 3 and 4
alternately] 3 times. hdc in each of next 6 hdc, rep
carrying new color under st, with between * once, turn.
1 lp of old color on hook, pick up Row 11: Ch 1, hdc in each of first
new color leaving ball of old color 5 hdc, *late change to gray, hdc in Row 25: Ch 1, hdc in each of next
at back of work, pull new color each of next 6 hdc*, late change to 6 hdc, *late change to green, hdc in
tight to hide under previous st, green, hdc in each of next 6 hdc, each of next 6 hdc*, late change to
complete next st in new color. Top rep between * once, late change to gray, hdc in each of next 6 hdc, rep
lp of st will be a different color green, hdc in last hdc, change to between * once, turn.
than lower part of st. gray, turn.
Continued on page 110

42 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


Though simple to make, this
scarf challenges what you
may know about crochet! Say
goodbye to a messy wrong side
with this innovative technique
that is just as handsome no
matter which way it is worn.
LITTLE TREASURES

Magical Snow Queen Set PLAY SET


Designs by Debra Arch WAND
Row 1: With E hook and 2 strands
PATTERN NOTES diamond, ch 51, sl st in back lp
EASY
Weave in loose ends as work (see Stitch Guide) of 2nd ch from
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS progresses. hook and in each ch across. Fasten
Crown: Fits head circumference up Do not turn at end of rows unless off diamond. Do not turn (see
to 20 inches otherwise stated. Pattern Notes). (50 sl sts)
Wand: 13 inches long Join with slip stitch as indicated Row 2: Join (see Pattern Notes)
unless otherwise stated. 1 strand electric blue to back lp of
MATERIALS first sl st, ch 2 (see Pattern Notes),
Lion Brand Yarn Vannas Chain-2 at beginning of row hdc in back lp of each st across.
Choice medium (worsted) counts as first half double crochet Fasten off electric blue. Do not
weight acrylic yarn (31/2 oz/ unless otherwise stated. turn. (50 hdc)
170 yds/100g per ball):
9 yds each #111 sky blue and SPECIAL STITCHES Row 3: Join 1 strand sky blue to
#117 electric blue Horizontal half double cro- top of beg ch-2, ch 2, horizontal
Lion Brand Yarn Vannas chet in back bar (horizontal back bar hdc (see Special Stitches)
Glamour fine (sport) weight back bar hdc): Working on back in each st across. Fasten off sky
acrylic/metallic polyester side of indicated st, hdc in hori- blue. Do not turn.
yarn (13/4 oz/202 yds/50g zontal bar directly below top lps. Row 4: Join 2 strands diamond to
per ball): Back bar slip stitch (back bar top of beg ch-2, back bar sl st (see
2 balls #100 diamond sl st): Working on back side of Special Stitches) in each st across.
Lion Brand Yarn Fun Fur indicated st, sl st in horizontal bar Fasten off diamond. Do not turn.
bulky (chunky) weight poly- directly below top lps. (50 sl sts)
ester yarn (13/4 oz/64 yds/ Row 5: Join 1 strand diamond to
50g per ball): SPECIAL TECHNIQUE first sl st, fold rows 14 WS tog
1 ball #100 white Add a bead: Remove lp from with row 4 facing, working back lp
Sizes C/2/2.75mm and C hook, insert size 7 steel hook of row 4 and, at the same time,
E/4/3.5mm crochet hooks or through 12mm bead, pull lp in opposite side of foundation ch,
sizes needed to obtain gauge through bead, remove lp from sl st in each st across. Fasten
Size 7/1.65mm steel crochet steel hook and replace lp onto off diamond leaving a long tail.
hook for attaching beads C hook. Continued on page 100
3/8-inch-diameter dowel:
121/2 inches long
10mm transparent multifaceted
beads: 12 blue, 6 crystal
12mm transparent multifaceted
beads: 10 blue, 10 crystal
20mm silvertone jingle bells: 2
2036-inch lengths of ribbon in
assorted widths and colors:
5 or more
3 safety pins
Large eye needle
Hot-glue gun
GAUGE
C hook and 2 strands diamond:
6 sc = 1 inch, 4 sc rows = 1 inch
E hook and 2 strands white:
4 sc = 1 inch; 4 sc rows = 1 inch

44 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


Add a touch of whimsy
and a sprinkle of sparkle
and unleash your little
girls imagination! This
Crown and Wand set is
sure to inspire hours of
imaginative play.
LITTLE TREASURES

Slippers With a Surprise Rnd 28: Join winter white with


sc in next winter white sc un-
Design by Michele Wilcox worked on rnd 20, sc in each of
next 3 sc, [2 sc in next sc] twice, sc
in each of next 4 sc, sc in each of
EASY
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. next 13 sc of Heel, mark next st for
(12 sc) beg of rnd. (25 sc)
FINISHED SIZE Rnd 3: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next Rnd 29: Sc in each of next 18 sc,
71/2 inches long sc] around. (18 sc) 2 sc in next sc, sc in each of next
MATERIALS Rnd 4: [Sc in each of next 5 sc, 6 sc. (26 sc)
Medium (worsted) weight 2 sc in next sc] around. (21 sc) Rnds 3036: Sc in each sc around.
yarn (6 oz/312 yds/ Rnd 5: [Sc in each of next 6 sc, At the end of last rep, sl st in next
170g per skein): 2 sc in next sc] around. (24 sc) st. Fasten off.
3 oz/156 yds/85g winter white Rnd 6: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 37: Join dark green in first sc
1 oz/52 yds/28g dark green with sl st, ch 3 (see Pattern Notes),
Light (light worsted) weight yarn Rnd 7: Rep rnd 6, sl st in next st.
Fasten off. dc in each st around, join in 3rd ch
(21/2 oz/165 yds/70g per skein): of beg ch-3. (26 dc)
1/2 oz/33 yds/14g each red Rnd 8: Join winter white with sc in
and white first st, sc in each st around. (24 sc) Rnd 38: Ch 3, [bpdc (see Stitch
2 yds each green and orange Guide) around next dc, fpdc (see
Rnds 919: Rep rnd 6. At the end Stitch Guide) around next dc]
Sizes D/3/3.25mm and I/9/5.5mm of last rep, fasten off.
crochet hooks or size needed around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
to obtain gauge Note: Work additional or fewer sc Rnd 39: Ch 3, bpdc around bpdc,
Yarn needle rnds to change length of Slipper fpdc around fpdc] around, join in
Embroidery needle based on number of rnds per inch. 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
1 yd black embroidery floss Heel
Stitch marker SNOWMAN
Row 20: Now working in rows,
GAUGE join dark green with sc in back lp Rnd 1: Beg at top of Head with
Size I hook: 7 sc = 2 inches; (see Stitch Guide) of first sc of size D hook and white, ch 2, 6 sc
7 sc rnds = 2 inches rnd 19, sc in back lp of each of in 2nd ch from hook, do not join,
next 13 sts, turn. (14 sc) place st marker (see Pattern
Rows 2126: Ch 1, working in Notes). (6 sc)
PATTERN NOTES back lps, sc in each sc across, Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around.
Weave in loose ends as work turn. (14 sc) (12 sc)
progresses. Row 27: Ch 1, working in back lps, Rnd 3: Sc in each sc around.
Do not join rounds unless other- [sc dec (see Stitch Guide) in next Rnd 4 & 5: Rep rnd 3.
wise stated. Use stitch marker to 2 sc] 7 times, turn. Fasten off. (7 sc)
mark rounds. Rnd 6: Working in back lps (see
Heel Shaping Stitch Guide), [sc dec (see Stitch
Chain-3 at beginning of rounds Guide) in next 2 sts] around. (6 sc)
counts as first double crochet un- With Heel facing and toe facing
less otherwise stated. out, rejoin dark green with sc in Rnd 7: Rep rnd 2.
bottom right side of first row of Rnd 8: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next
SLIPPER Heel, [sc dec in next 2 sts] 3 times, sc] around. (18 sc)
1 sc up side of heel, sc dec in next
Make 2. 2 sc, draw up lp in each of next Rnds 915: Rep rnd 3.
3 sc, yo and draw through all lps, Rnd 16: [Sc dec in next 2 sc]
FOOT sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in next sc, around. Leaving 6-inch length,
Rnd 1: With size I hook, beg at toe [sc dec in next 2 sts] 3 times, 1 sc fasten off. (9 sc)
with dark green, ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch down left side of Heel. Fasten off Stuff Snowman lightly with fiber-
from hook, do not join, place st dark green. (13 sc) fill; to define legs, work back st up
marker (see Pattern Notes). (6 sc)
Continued on page 103

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A cute little snowman tucked
into a tiny pocket on these
slippers make them extra
special and fun to wear!
LITTLE TREASURES

Charlie Rnds 38: Sc in each sc around.


At end of rnd 8, join to first sc.
Design by Paula Freed Fasten off, leaving a 10-inch length
for sewing.
Rnd 4: *Sc in each of next Attach safety nose to center of
INTERMEDIATE 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * muzzle. Pin Muzzle beneath
around. (24 sc) eyes and sew in place, stuffing
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Rnd 5: *Sc in each of next before closing.
Height (standing): 15 inches 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from *
Length: 12 inches around. (30 sc) Tongue
MATERIALS Rnd 6: *Sc in each of next Row 1: With pink, ch 5, sc in
Red Heart Super Saver 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * 2nd ch from hook and in each of
medium (worsted) weight around. (36 sc) next 2 chs, 3 sc in last ch, working
acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/ Rnd 7: *Sc in each of next in unused lps on opposite side of
198g per skein): 17 sc, 2 dc in next sc, rep from * foundation ch, sc in each of next
2 skeins #336 warm brown around. (38 sc) 3 chs, ch 1, turn. (9 sc)
2 yds #722 pretty n pink Rnds 813: Sc in each sc around. Row 2: Sc in each of next 4 sc, 3 sc
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook in next sc, sc in each of next 4 sc.
Stitch marker Rnd 14: *Sc in each of next 17 sc, Fasten off, leaving 8-inch length
Yarn needle sc dec (see Stitch Guide) in next for sewing.
15mm black safety eyes 2 sc, rep from * around. (36 sc)
Sew Tongue below nose on under-
25mm black safety nose Rnd 15: *Sc in each of next 4 sc, side of Muzzle.
Polyester fiberfill sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from *
Extra-small adjustable nylon around. (30 sc) Ear
dog collar or ribbon Rnd 16: Sc in each sc around. Make 2.
Bone-shaped dog tag
Rnd 17: *Sc in each of next 3 sc, Rnd 1: With brown, ch 2,
GAUGE sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from * 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not
14 sc = 4 inches; 14 sc rnds = around. (24 sc) join. (6 sc)
4 inches
Exact gauge is not critical for Rnds 1820: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around.
this project. Rnd 21: *Sc in each of next 2 sc, (12 sc)
sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from * Rnd 3: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in
around. (18 sc) next sc, rep from * around. (18 sc)
PATTERN NOTES Rnd 22: Sc in each sc around, Rnd 4: *Sc in each of next
Weave in loose ends as work join (see Pattern Notes) in first sc. 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from *
progresses. Fasten off, leaving a 12-inch end around. (24 sc)
Work in continuous rounds. Do for sewing. Rnd 5: *Sc in each of next
not join unless specified. Mark Attach safety eyes in rnd 9, leav- 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from *
beginning of rounds. ing 6 sts between eyes. Stuff Head, around. (30 sc)
Join with slip stitch as indicated being careful not to stretch sts. Rnd 6: *Sc in each of next
unless otherwise stated. Muzzle 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from *
around. (36 sc)
DOG Rnd 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from
hook and in each of next 4 chs, 3 sc Rnd 7: Sc in each sc around.
HEAD in last ch, working in unused lps Rnd 8: *Sc in each of next
on opposite side of foundation ch, 4 sc, sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from *
Rnd 1: With brown, ch 2, 6 sc in sc in each of next 4 chs, 2 sc in last around. (30 sc)
2nd ch from hook. Do not join ch. Do not join. (14 sc)
(see Pattern Notes). (6 sc) Rnd 9: Rep rnd 7.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc Rnd 10: *Sc in each of next
Rnd 2: 2 dc in each sc. (12 sc) in each of next 3 sc, 2 dc in each of 3 sc, sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from *
Rnd 3: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next next 4 sc, sc in each of next 3 sc, around. (24 sc)
sc, rep from * around. (18 sc) 2 sc in each of last 2 sc. (22 sc)

48 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


Who can resist a cute and cuddly puppy? After making
the body in single crochet, give your pup his own unique
personality by using different colors for his fur.
Rnd 11: *Sc in each of next 2 sc, Rnd 35: [Sc dec in next 2 sc] Rnds 1320: Sc in each sc around.
sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from * 9 times. Finish stuffing before At end of rnd 20, join in first sc.
around. (18 sc) closing. Fasten off. Fasten off, leaving a 12-inch length
Rnd 12: Rep rnd 7. for sewing.
FOOT & LEG
Rnd 13: *Sc in next sc, sc dec Hold Leg with Foot facing, fold top
Make 4. and sew closed. Set aside.
in next 2 sc, rep from * around.
(12 sc) Rnd 1: With brown, ch 6, sc in 2nd
ch from hook and in each of next TAIL
Rnds 1417: Rep rnd 7. At end of 3 chs, 3 sc in last ch, working in Rnd 1: With brown, ch 5, sc in
rnd 17, fold top of Ear closed and unused lps on opposite side of foun- 2nd ch from hook and in each of
sc across. Fasten off, leaving an dation ch, sc in each of next 3 chs, next 2 chs, 3 sc in last ch, working
8-inch length for sewing. 2 sc in last ch. Do not join. (12 sc) in unused lps on opposite side of
Sew Ears to each side of Head. Set Rnd 2: 2 sc in next sc, sc in each of foundation ch, sc in each of next
Head aside. next 3 sc, 2 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 chs, 2 sc in last ch. (10 sc)
BODY sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in each Rnd 2: Sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc
of last 2 sc. (18 sc) in next sc, sc in each of next 4 sc,
Rnd 1: With brown, ch 2, 6 sc 2 sc in last sc. (12 sc)
in 2nd ch from hook. Do not Rnd 3: 2 sc in next sc, sc in each
join. (6 sc) of next 4 sc, 2 hdc in each of next Rnds 38: Sc in each sc around.
6 sc, sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in each of At end of rnd 8, join in first sc.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. last 2 sc. (27 sc) Fasten off, leaving an 8-inch length
(12 sc) for sewing.
Rnd 4: Working in back lps (see
Rnd 3: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next Stitch Guide) on this rnd, sc in Lightly stuff.
sc, rep from * around. (18 sc) each of next 6 sc, *2 sc in next sc, Fold top of Tail and sew closed.
Rnd 4: *Sc in each of next sc in next sc, rep from * 5 times, sc Set aside.
2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * in each of last 9 sc. (33 sc)
around. (24 sc) Rnd 5: Sc in each sc around. ASSEMBLY
Rnd 5: *Sc in each of next Rnd 6: Sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in Sew Head to one end of Body. Sew
3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * each of next 4 sc, *sc dec in next Legs to bottom of Body. Sew Tail to
around. (30 sc) 2 sc, sc in next sc, rep from * 5 times, other end of Body.
Rnd 6: *Sc in each of next sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in each of next Fringe
4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * 5 sc, sc dec in last 2 sc. (24 sc)
around. (36 sc) Cut 3-inch pieces of brown. Fold
Rnd 7: Sc in each of next 6 sc, 1 strand in half to form a lp. Insert
Rnd 7: *Sc in each of next [sc dec in next 2 sc] 6 times, sc in hook from RS through any stitch
5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * each of next 6 sc. (18 sc) on Dog. Place fold on hook and
around. (42 sc) Rnd 8: Sc in each of next 6 sc, draw fold through, forming a lp.
Rnds 830: Sc in each sc around. sc dec, sc dec in next 3 sc, sc dec Thread ends of strands through lp
Rnd 31: *Sc in each of next 5 sc, in next 2 sc, sc in each of next and pull to tighten. Rep to attach
sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from * 5 sc. (14 sc) Fringe in each st of Dog, except for
around. (36 sc) Rnd 9: Sc in each of next 6 sc, underside of Ears and underside of
sc dec in next 3 sc, sc in each of Feet. Trim ends evenly.
Rnd 32: *Sc in each of next 4 sc,
sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from * next 5 sc. (12 sc) FINISHING
around. (30 sc) Stuff Foot firmly. Continue stuffing Add collar with tag or tie bow
Stuff Body. Leg as work progresses. around neck.
Rnd 33: *Sc in each of next 3 sc, Rnd 10: Sc in each sc around. To wash, remove collar or bow,
sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from * Rnd 11: Sc in each of next 6 sc, tie Dog inside pillowcase. Wash
around. (24 sc) 2 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc in each on regular cycle using a mild
Rnd 34: *Sc in each of next 2 sc, of last 3 sc. (15 sc) detergent and warm water. Dry
sc dec in next 2 sc, rep from * Rnd 12: Sc in each of next 6 sc, in medium dryer and fluff after
around. (18 sc) 2 sc in each of next 5 sc, sc in each removing from pillowcase. CW
of last 4 sc. (20 sc)

50 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


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LITTLE TREASURES

Santa Cocoon & Hat


Designs by Sue Childress
around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
At the end of rnd 19, fasten off.
Rnds 2027: Join berries in same
st as beg ch-3 of previous rnd,
each dc around, join in beg [rep rnds 13 and 14 alternately]
EASY
ch-2. (24 hdc) 4 times.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in each hdc Rnd 28: Rep rnd 13. Fasten off.
Cocoon: 11 inches wide x 16 inches around, join in beg sc.
long Rnd 4: Ch 2, hdc in same st as Belt
Hat: 1416 inches in circumference beg ch-2, hdc in next sc, [2 hdc Rnds 2932: Join cast iron in
in next sc, hdc in next sc] around, same st as beg sc of previous rnd,
MATERIALS
join in beg ch-2. (36 hdc) rep rnds 1619. At the end of rnd
Berroco Vintage medium 32, fasten off.
(worsted) weight acrylic/ Rnd 5: Rep rnd 3.
wool/nylon yarn (31/2 oz/ Rnd 6: Ch 2, hdc in same st as Upper Body
217 yds/100g per hank): beg ch-2, hdc in each of next 2 sc, Rnds 3342: Join berries in same
2 hanks #5150 berries [2 hdc in next sc, hdc in each of st as beg ch-3 of previous rnd,
1 hank #5101 mochi next 2 sc] around, join in beg [rep rnds 13 and 14 alternately]
1 oz each #5121 sunny and ch-2. (48 hdc) 5 times.
#5145 cast iron Rnd 7: Rep rnd 3.
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or Rnd 43: Rep row 13. Fasten off.
size needed to obtain gauge Rnd 8: Ch 2, hdc in same st as Row 44: Now working in rows,
Yarn needle beg ch-2, hdc in each of next 3 sc, join mochi in 42nd sc of previous
[2 hdc in next sc, hdc in each of rnd, ch 3, dc in each of next 4 sc,
GAUGE next 3 sc] around, join in beg dc dec (see Stitch Guide) over next
4 hdc = 1 inch; [hdc rnd, sc rnd] ch-2. (60 hdc) 2 sc, [dc in each of next 5 sts, dc
3 times = 2 inches Rnd 9: Rep rnd 3. dec in next 2 sts] around, do not
Rnd 10: Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, turn. (72 dc)
PATTERN NOTES beg ch-2, hdc in each of next 4 sc, Rows 4549: Ch 3, bpdc around
[2 hdc in next sc, hdc in each of next dc, [fpdc around next dc, bpdc
Weave in loose ends as work next 4 sc] around, join in beg around next dc] around, ending
progresses. ch-2. (72 hdc) with dc in ch-3 of previous row, do
Join with slip stitch as indicated Rnd 11: Rep rnd 3. not join, turn. At the end of row 49,
unless otherwise stated. fasten off.
Rnd 12: Ch 2, hdc in same st as
Chain-3 at beginning of row or beg ch-2, hdc in each of next 5 sc, Belt Buckle
round counts as first double [2 hdc in next sc, hdc in each of
crochet unless otherwise stated. With sunny, ch 19, join in first ch
next 5 sc] around, join in beg to form a ring, ch 3, 2 dc in same
Chain-2 at beginning of round ch-2. (84 hdc) ch as beg ch-3, dc in each of next
counts as first half double crochet Rnd 13: Rep rnd 3. 4 chs, 3 dc in next ch, dc in each
unless otherwise stated. of next 4 chs, 3 dc in next ch, dc in
Rnd 14: Ch 2, hdc in each sc
around, join in beg ch-2. each of next 4 chs, 3 dc in next ch,
COCOON dc in each of next 3 chs, join in
Rnd 15: Rep rnd 3. Fasten off. 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
LOWER BODY Rnd 16: Working in back lp (see With yarn needle, position Belt
Rnd 1: Beg at bottom of Cocoon Stitch Guide) of sts for this rnd, Buckle centered over Belt and sew
with berries, ch 4, join (see Pattern join mochi, ch 3, dc in each sc center of Buckle to Belt. Tack all
Notes) in first ch to form a ring, ch 3 around, join in beg ch-3. (84 dc) 4 corners of Belt Buckle to hold
(see Pattern Notes), 11 dc in ring, join Rnds 1719: Ch 3, bpdc (see in position.
in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (12 dc) Stitch Guide) around next dc,
Continued on page 102
Rnd 2: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), [fpdc (see Stitch Guide) around
hdc in same st as beg ch-2, 2 hdc in next dc, bpdc around next dc]

52 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


Baby will be the talk of
the season in this adorable
Santa Cocoon set made using
worsted-weight yarn.
LITTLE TREASURES

Winter Fun Blanket


Design by Margret Willson
Tree Border
Ch 1, 3 sc in first sc, sc in each of
next 9 sc, 3 sc in last sc, *working
in ends of rows, work 15 sc evenly
EASY Row 1 (RS): Ch 23, sc in 2nd ch sp* to foundation ch, (2 sc, ch 1,
from hook and in each rem ch 2 sc) in opposite side of foundation
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS across, turn. (22 sc)
36 inches wide x 43 inches long ch, rep between * across other edge
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), to beg sc, join in beg sc. Fasten off,
MATERIALS sk first sc, dc in each rem st across, leaving 1 yd for sewing. (49 sc,
Red Heart Super Saver turn. (22 dc) 1 ch-1 sp)
medium (worsted) weight Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, Refer to photo as a guide and em-
acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/ turn. broider cross stitches (see illus-
198g per skein): tration) with gold and cherry red
2 skeins each #319 cherry red Rows 411: [Rep rows 2 and 3]
4 times. Fasten off after last row. to decorate Tree.
and #368 paddy green
1 skein each #311 white and Edging
#886 blue
35 yds #312 black With RS facing and working in
10 yds #321 gold ends of rows, join (see Pattern
2 yds #256 carrot Notes) cherry red in first row,
2 4
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or ch 3, (2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in same row,
size needed to obtain gauge *[sk next dc row, shell (see Special 1 3
Tapestry needle Stitches) in next sc row] 4 times,
sk last dc row, (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in
GAUGE last sc row*, working in last row,
22 sts = 7 inches; 7 rows = 3 inches [sk next 2 sc, shell in next sc] Single Cross-Stitch
in Block 6 times, sk next 2 sc, (3 dc, ch 1,
3 dc) in corner st, working in ends Sew a Tree to each white Block.
of rows, rep between *, working in
PATTERN NOTES opposite side of foundation ch, Snowman
Weave in loose ends as work [sk next 2 chs, shell in next ch] Make 8.
progresses. 6 times, sk next 2 chs, (3 dc, ch 1,
3 dc) in corner ch, join in top of Body
Chain-3 at beginning of row counts beg ch-3. Fasten off. (20 shells, Rnd 1: Ch 4, 15 dc in 4th ch from
as first double crochet unless 24 dc, 4 ch-1 sps) hook (beg sk chs count as first dc),
otherwise stated. join in top of beg ch-3. (16 dc)
Join with slip stitch as indicated Tree
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in same st as join-
unless otherwise stated. Make 7. ing, 2 dc in each st around, join.
SPECIAL STITCHES Row 1 (RS): With green, ch 4, Fasten off, leaving 12-inch tail for
2 dc in 4th ch from hook (beg sk sewing. (32 dc)
Shell: 3 dc in indicated st or sp. chs count as first dc), turn. (3 dc)
Single crochet join (sc join): Head
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
Place a slip knot on hook, insert turn. (3 sc) Rnd 1: Ch 4, 15 dc in 4th ch from
hook in indicated st, yo and draw hook (beg sk chs count as first dc),
up a lp, yo and pull through both Row 3: Ch 3, dc in first sc, dc in join in top of beg ch-3. (16 dc)
lps on hook. each sc to last sc, 2 dc in last sc,
turn. (5 dc) Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in same st as
joining, [sc in next st, 2 sc in next
BLANKET Rows 49: [Rep rows 2 and 3] st] 7 times, sc in last st, join in beg
3 times, turn. (11 dc) sc. Fasten off, leaving 8-inch tail
BLOCK Row 10: Rep row 2, turn. Do not for sewing. (24 sc)
Make 15 green, 8 blue, 7 white. fasten off.
Continued on page 101

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Your little ones will have fun waiting
for Santa while tucked under this
holiday-themed blanket.
LITTLE TREASURES

Fox Hat & Scarf Set Row 2: Ch 1, sc in next st, hdc


in next st, dc dec in next 3 sts at
Designs by Amanda Saladin corner, dc in next st, hdc in each of
next 3 sts, sc in each of next 8 sts,
Rows 38: Rep row 2. (20 hdc) sl st in last st, turn. (15 sts)
INTERMEDIATE
Row 9: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc Row 3: Sl st in first st, sc in each
across, turn. of next 13 sts, sl st in last st.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Scarf: 6 inches wide x 40 inches Rows 1012: Rep row 9. At the Fasten off. (13 sts)
long end of row 12, change color (see Rep rows 13 on opposite side
Hat: 18 inches circumference Stitch Guide) to harvest. Fasten of Face.
off white, turn.
MATERIALS Rep row 9 until Scarf measures Ear
Plymouth Yarn Encore 34 inches from beg. Make 2 each white & harvest.
Worsted medium (worsted)
weight acrylic/wool yarn Face Row 1: Ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from
(31/2 oz/200 yds/100g per skein): hook, sc in each rem ch across,
Row 1: Ch 2, hdc dec (see Stitch turn.
2 skeins #0456 harvest Guide) in next 2 hdc, hdc in each
1 skein each #0208 white and hdc across to last 2 hdc, hdc dec in Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc
#0217 black next 2 hdc, turn. (18 hdc) across, turn.
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc,
size needed to obtain gauge Row 2: Rep row 1. (16 hdc)
sc in each sc across to last 2 sc,
Yarn needle Row 3: Sl st in each of next 4 sts, sc dec in next 2 sc, turn. (8 sc)
ch 2, hdc in each of next 8 sts, leaving
GAUGE last 4 hdc unworked, turn. (8 hdc) Rows 49: [Rep rows 2 and 3
15 hdc = 4 inches; 13 hdc rows = alternately] 3 times. (2 sc)
4 inches Row 4: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc
across, turn. (8 hdc) Row 10: Rep row 2.
Row 5: Rep row 4. Row 11: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc.
PATTERN NOTES Fasten off. (1 sc)
Row 6: Rep row 1. (6 hdc)
Weave in loose ends as work With white facing, holding a white
Rows 7 & 8: Rep row 4. and harvest Ear tog and working
progresses.
Row 9: Rep row 1. (4 hdc) through both thicknesses, join (see
Chain-2 at beginning of row does Pattern Notes) black in side edge of
not count as first half double Rows 1013: Rep row 4. At the
end of row 13, change color to row 1, ch 1, work 7 sc up side edge,
crochet unless otherwise stated. 3 sc in row 11 and 7 sc down oppo-
black. Fasten off harvest, turn.
Join with slip stitch as indicated site edge. Fasten off.
unless otherwise stated. Nose
ASSEMBLY
Chain-3 at beginning of round Row 14: Ch 1, sc in each of next
counts as first double crochet 4 sts, turn. Using photo as a guide, sew Ears
unless otherwise stated. above Face 1 inch above Face
Rows 15 & 16: Rep row 14. Side Shaping.
SCARF Row 17: Ch 1, [sc dec (see Stitch Fold Nose upward and sew to Face.
Guide) in next 2 sc] twice, leaving
6-inch length, fasten off. (2 sc) With a length of black, embroider
TAIL Eyes with 3 straight stitches
Row 1: With white, ch 8, hdc in Face Side Shaping (see illustration) over row 2 of Face
3rd ch from hook (2 sk chs does not Row 1: Join white in side edge of with 11/4-inch sp between Eyes.
count as first hdc), hdc in each of row 13 of Face, ch 1, work 10 sc
next 5 chs, turn. (6 hdc) over rows 137, work 2 hdc and
Row 2: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), 2 dc over side edge of rows 64, B
2 hdc in first hdc, hdc in each at corner of muzzle, dc dec (see A
hdc to last hdc, 2 hdc in last hdc, Stitch Guide) 2 sts in 3 sts of
turn. (8 hdc) corner, dc in next st, hdc in next st,
sc in next st, turn. (18 sts) Straight Stitch

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HAT
EDGING
Rnd 1: With white, ch 68, using
care not to twist ch, join (see Pat-
tern Notes) in first ch, ch 2 (see
Pattern Notes), hdc in each ch
around, join in first hdc. (68 hdc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes),
[fpdc (see Stitch Guide) around
next hdc, bpdc (see Stitch Guide)
around next hdc] around, join in
3rd ch of beg ch-3, change color This cute and
(see Stitch Guide) to black. Fasten cozy set will make
off white. getting ready
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in each st around, to go outside so
join in beg sc, change color to much fun!
harvest. Fasten off black. (68 sc)
Body
Rnd 4: Ch 2, hdc in each st
around, join in first hdc. (68 hdc)
Rnds 516: Rep rnd 4.
CROWN
Rnd 1: Ch 1, [sc in each of next
15 sts, sc dec in next 2 sts] 4 times,
join in beg sc. (64 sts)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each st around,
join in beg sc.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, [sc in each of next
6 sts, sc dec in next 2 sts] around,
join in beg sc. (56 sts)
Rnd 4: Rep rnd 2.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, [sc in each of next
5 sts, sc dec in next 2 sts] around,
join in beg sc. (48 sts)
Rnd 6: Rep rnd 2.
Rnd 7: Ch 1, [sc in each of next
4 sts, sc dec in next 2 sts] around,
join in beg sc. (40 sts)
Rnd 8: Rep rnd 2.
Rnd 9: Ch 1, [sc in each of next
3 sts, sc dec in next 2 sts] around,
join in beg sc. (32 sts)
Rnd 10: Rep rnd 2.
Rnd 11: Ch 1, [sc in each of next
2 sts, sc dec in next 2 sts] around,
join in beg sc. (24 sts)
Continued on page 95
LITTLE TREASURES

My Kitty & Me Row 11: Ch 1, sc in each of next


11 sc, *sk next fpdc, fpdc around
Designs by Sandy Abbate next fpdc, in front of fpdc just
made, fpdc around sk fpdc*, sc in
next 4 sc, rep from * to *, sc in each
INTERMEDIATE SPECIAL STITCHES of next 11 sc, turn. (26 sc, 4 fpdc)
Shell: (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in indicated Row 13: Ch 1, sc in each st
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS st or sp. across, turn.
Outfit: Fits 18-inch girl doll Picot: Ch 3, sl st in top of last st.
Cat: 8 inches long x 7 inches tall Rows 1425: Rep rows 213.
SWEATER Rows 2630: Rep rows 26.
MATERIALS
Patons Astra light (light Armhole Shaping
worsted) weight acrylic BACK
Row 31: Ch 1, sl st in each of next
yarn (13/4 oz/161 yds/50g Row 1 (RS): Starting at bottom of 5 sc, ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next
per skein): Back, with silver gray mix, ch 31, 7 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in
4 skeins #02729 silver sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each next sc, sk next sc, fpdc around sc
gray mix ch across, turn. (30 sc) 1 row below next sc, working in
1 skein #02752 baby pink Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, front of fpdc just made, fpdc around
Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or turn. sc 1 row below sk sc, sc in next sc,
size needed to obtain gauge fpdc around next fpdc, sc in each
Yarn needle Note: For all even-numbered
WS rows, rep row 2 unless other- of next 8 sc, leaving rem 4 sts
Sewing needle unworked, turn. (18 sc, 4 fpdc)
Matching sewing thread wise stated.
16mm pink heart buttons: 5 Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each of next Row 32: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
1/2-inch cat's eyes: 2 14 sc, sk next sc, fpdc (see Stitch turn.
Fiberfill Guide) around sc 1 row below, Row 33: Ch 1, sc in each of next
Tacky glue working in front of fpdc just made, 7 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in
5/8-inch-wide pink satin ribbon: fpdc around sc 1 row below sk sc, next sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc
18 inches sc in each of next 14 sc, turn. in each of next 2 sc, fpdc around
(28 sc, 2 fpdc) next fpdc, sc in next sc, fpdc
GAUGE around next fpdc, sc in each of
8 sc = 2 inches; 10 sc rows or rnds = Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each of next
13 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in next 7 sc, turn. (18 sc, 4 fpdc)
2 inches
each of next 2 sc, fpdc around next Row 34: Rep row 32.
fpdc, sc in each of next 13 sc, turn. Row 35: Ch 1, sc in each of next
PATTERN NOTES (28 sc, 2 fpdc) 7 sc, *sk next fpdc, fpdc around
Weave in loose ends as work Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each of next next fpdc, working in front of fpdc
progresses. 12 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in just made, fpdc around sk fpdc*,
next sc, work fpdc around sc 1 row sc in each of next 4 sc, rep from
Join with slip stitch as indicated below next sc, working in front of * to *, sc in each of next 7 sc, turn.
unless otherwise stated. fpdc just made, fpdc around sc (18 sc, 4 fpdc)
If making Cat for a child under 1 row below sk sc, sc in next sc, Rows 3638: Ch 1, sc in each st
three years old, embroider eyes fpdc around next fpdc, sc in each across, turn.
and nose. of next 12 sc, turn. (26 sc, 4 fpdc)
Do not join rounds unless other- Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each of next Right Shoulder
wise stated. Place stitch marker 11 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in Row 39: Ch 1, sc in each of next
and move as work progresses. next sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc 6 sc, leaving rem sts unworked,
Chain-3 at beginning of round in each of next 2 sc, fpdc around turn. (6 sc)
counts as first double crochet next fpdc, sc in next sc, fpdc Rows 40 & 41: Ch 1, sc in each
unless otherwise stated. around next fpdc, sc in each of of next 6 sc, turn. At the end of
next 11 sc, turn. (26 sc, 4 fpdc) row 41, fasten off.

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What little girl wouldnt love to find this adorable
set complete with a sweet kitty under the Christmas
tree? The coordinating sweater, pants and hat set has
matching shoes to fit your favorite 18-inch doll.
Left Shoulder Row 13: Ch 1, sc in
Row 39: With RS facing, sk next each st across, turn.
10 sc of row 38, join (see Pattern Rows 1425: Rep
Notes) silver gray mix in next sc, rows 213.
ch 1, sc in same sc, sc in each of Rows 2630: Rep rows 26.
next 5 sc, turn. (6 sc)
Rows 40 & 41: Ch 1, sc in each Armhole Shaping
of next 6 sc, turn. At the end of Row 31: Ch 1, sc in each of
row 41, fasten off. next 2 sc, fpdc around next
fpdc, sc in next sc, sk next
RIGHT FRONT sc, fpdc around sc 1 row
Row 1: Starting at bottom of below next sc, working in front of
Front, with silver gray mix, ch 15, fpdc just made, fpdc around sc
sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each 1 row below sk sc, sc in
ch across, turn. (14 sc) next sc, fpdc around
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, next fpdc, sc in each
turn. of next 2 sc, leaving
rem 4 sts unworked,
Note: For all even-numbered turn. (6 sc, 4 fpdc)
WS rows, rep row 2 unless other-
wise stated. Row 32: Ch 1, sc in each st
across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each of next
4 sc, sk next sc, fpdc around sc Row 33: Ch 1, sc in first sc, fpdc
1 row below next sc, working in around next fpdc, sc in next sc,
front of fpdc just made, fpdc around fpdc around next fpdc, sc in each of
sc 1 row below sk sc, sc in each of next 2 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc
next 8 sc, turn. (12 sc, 2 fpdc) in next sc, fpdc around next fpdc, Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each of next
sc in last sc, turn. (6 sc, 4 fpdc) 8 sc, sk next sc, fpdc around sc
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each of next 1 row below next sc, working
3 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in Row 34: Rep row 32.
in front of fpdc just made, fpdc
each of next 2 sc, fpdc around next Row 35: Ch 1, sc in first sc, *sk around sc 1 row below sk sc, sc
fpdc, sc in each of next 7 sc, turn. next fpdc, fpdc around next fpdc, in each of next 4 sc, turn. (12 sc,
(12 sc, 2 fpdc) working in front of fpdc just made, 2 fpdc)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each of next fpdc around sk fpdc*, sc in each of
next 4 sc, rep from * to *, sc in last Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each of next
2 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in 7 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in
next sc, sk next sc, fpdc around sc sc, turn. (6 sc, 4 fpdc)
each of next 2 sc, fpdc around next
1 row below next sc, working in Row 36: Ch 1, sc in each of next fpdc, sc in each of next 3 sc, turn.
front of fpdc just made, fpdc around 6 sc, leaving rem 4 sts unworked, (12 sc, 2 fpdc)
sc 1 row below sk sc, sc in next sc, turn. (6 sc)
fpdc around next fpdc, sc in each of Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each of next
Rows 3741: Ch 1, sc in each sc 6 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in
next 6 sc, turn. (10 sc, 4 fpdc) across, turn. At the end of row 41, next sc, sk next sc, fpdc around
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in first sc, fpdc fasten off. sc 1 row below next sc, working
around next fpdc, sc in next sc, in front of fpdc just made, fpdc
fpdc around next fpdc, sc in each LEFT FRONT
around sc 1 row below sk sc, sc
of next 2 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, Row 1: Starting at bottom of in next sc, fpdc around next fpdc,
sc in next sc, fpdc around next Front, with silver gray mix, ch 15, sc in each of next 2 sc, turn.
fpdc, sc in each of next 5 sc, turn. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each (10 sc, 4 fpdc)
(10 sc, 4 fpdc) ch across, turn. (14 sc)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each of next
Row 11: Ch 1, sc in first sc, *sk Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, 5 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc in
next fpdc, fpdc around next fpdc, turn. next sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc
working in front of fpdc just made, Note: For all even-numbered in each of next 2 sc, fpdc around
fpdc around sk fpdc*, sc in each of WS rows, rep row 2 unless other- next fpdc, sc in next sc, fpdc
next 4 sc, rep from * to *, sc in each wise stated. around next fpdc, sc in next sc,
of next 5 sc, turn. (10 sc, 4 fpdc) turn. (10 sc, 4 fpdc)

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Row 11: Ch 1, sc in each of next Row 3: Ch 1, sk sl st, sl st in next 16 sc, sc in each of next 4 sc, join in
5 sc, *sk next fpdc, fpdc around sc, fpdc around post of next st, fpdc beg sc. (8 sc, 16 dc)
next fpdc, working in front of fpdc around post of each st across to Rnds 35: Ch 1, sc in each of
just made, fpdc around sk fpdc*, sc last 2 sts, sl st in next sc, leaving next 4 sc, fpdc around each of next
in each of next 4 sc, rep from * to *, rem sts unworked. Fasten off. 16 sts, sc in each of next 4 sc, join
sc in next sc, turn. (10 sc, 4 fpdc) Row 4 (RS): Join baby pink with in beg sc. At the end of rnd 5,
Row 13: Ch 1, sc in each st across, sc in first st, sc in each st across fasten off.
turn. neckline edge. Fasten off.
INNER SLEEVE
Rows 1425: Rep rows 213. LEFT BUTTON PLACKET Make 2.
Rows 2630: Rep rows 26. Row 1 (WS): Join silver gray mix Rnd 1: Working in free lps of rnd 1
Armhole Shaping with sc at bottom left opening, of Outer Sleeve, join baby pink
work 27 sc evenly sp across open- in sc at center underarm, ch 1,
Row 31: Ch 1, sl st in each of next ing, turn. (28 sc)
5 sc, ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next sc dec (see Stitch Guide) in same
sc, sk next sc, fpdc around sc 1 row Rows 24: Ch 1, sc in each sc sc and next sc, sc dec in next 2 sc,
below next sc, working in front of across, turn. At the end of row 4, dc in each of next 16 sc, [sc dec in
fpdc just made, fpdc around sc 1 fasten off. next 2 sc] twice, join in first st.
row below sk sc, sc in next sc, fpdc (4 sc, 16 dc)
RIGHT BUTTONHOLE PLACKET
around next fpdc, sc in each of next Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc dec in first 2 sc, dc
2 sc, turn. (6 sc, 4 fpdc) Row 1 (WS): Join silver gray mix in each of next 16 dc, sc dec in next
with sc at top right opening, work 2 sc, join to first st. (2 sc, 16 dc)
Row 32: Ch 1, sc in each st across, 27 sc evenly sp across opening,
turn. turn. (28 sc) Rnds 38: Ch 2 (does not count
Row 33: Ch 1, sc in first sc, fpdc as a st), dc in same sc as beg ch-2,
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, dc in each st around, join in first
around next fpdc, sc in next sc, turn.
fpdc around next fpdc, sc in each of dc. (18 dc)
next 2 sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sc Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first sc, [ch 2, Rnd 9: Ch 1, sc dec in first 2 sts,
in next sc, fpdc around next fpdc, sk next sc (for buttonhole), sc sc in next 14 sts, sc dec in last
sc in last sc, turn. (6 sc, 4 fpdc) in next 8 sc] 3 times, turn. 2 sts, join in first st. (16 sc)
(3 buttonholes)
Row 34: Rep row 32. Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in each st
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in next sc, [sc in around, join in first st. (16 sc)
Row 35: Ch 1, sc in first sc, *sk next ch-2 sp, sc in each of next
next fpdc, fpdc around next fpdc, 8 sc] 3 times. Fasten off. Rnd 11: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 2,
working in front of fpdc just made, [sc in next st, ch 2] around, join in
fpdc around sk fpdc*, sc in each of BOTTOM TRIM first sc. Fasten off.
next 4 sc, rep from * to *, sc in last Row 1 (RS): Join baby pink in bot-
sc, turn. (6 sc, 4 fpdc) tom edge of Sweater, ch 1, sc in each HOUNDSTOOTH PANTS
Row 36: Ch 1, sc in each of next st across bottom edge. Fasten off.
6 sc, leaving rem 4 sts unworked, BODY
Sew 3 heart-shaped buttons oppo-
turn. (6 sc) site buttonholes. Row 1: Beg at waistline with
Rows 3741: Ch 1, sc in each sc silver gray mix, ch 41, sc in 2nd
across, turn. At the end of row 41, OUTER SLEEVE ch from hook, dc in next ch, [sc
fasten off. Make 2. in next ch, dc in next ch] across,
change color (see Stitch Guide) to
Sew shoulder and side seams. Rnd 1 (RS): Now working in rnds, baby pink in last st, do not fasten
join silver gray mix in center under- off silver gray mix, turn. (40 sts)
COLLAR arm with sc, sc in each of next
Row 1 (RS): Join silver gray 3 sc, 16 sc evenly sp around arm- Row 2: Working over color not
mix with sc at neckline edge, work hole opening to last 4 sts, sc in each in use, with baby pink, ch 1, sc in
28 sc evenly sp across neckline of next 4 sts, join in front lp (see first dc, dc in next sc, [sc in next dc,
edge, turn. (29 sc) Stitch Guide) in first sc. (24 sc) dc in next sc] across, change color
to silver gray mix, do not fasten off
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st in first sc, sc in Rnd 2: Ch 1, working in front lp of baby pink, turn.
2nd sc, hdc in 3rd sc, dc in each sc sts, sc in same st as beg ch-1, sc in
across to last 3 sc, hdc in next sc, each of next 3 sc, dc in each of next Continued on page 104
sc in next sc, sl st in last sc, turn.

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HOLIDAY HOME & HEARTH

Scandinavian Christmas Throw


Design by Katherine Eng
Rnd 3: Draw up a lp of royal
(green) in any ch-1 sp, ch 1, sc in
same ch-1 sp as beg ch-1, ch 2,
working behind ch-4 lp, [sc in next
Work all Squares through round ch-1 sp, ch 2, working behind ch-4
INTERMEDIATE
10 and then join together as indi- lp] 7 times, join in beg sc. (8 sc,
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS cated while working round 11. 8 ch-2 sps)
42 inches wide x 58 inches long Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in same sc as
SPECIAL STITCHES beg ch-1, 3 sc in next ch-2 sp, [sc
MATERIALS
Red Heart Super Saver Shell: (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in indicated in next sc, 3 sc in next ch-2 sp]
medium (worsted) weight st or sp. 7 times, join in beg sc, fasten off
acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/ Small shell: (sc, ch 3, sc) in indi- royal (green). (32 sc)
198g per skein): cated st or sp. Rnd 5: Draw up a lp of white in a
2 skeins each #311 white and Corner: (Sc, ch 2, sc, ch 4, sc, ch 2, sc above a center sc between ch-4
#319 cherry red sc) in indicated sp. sps of rnd 2, ch 1, sc in same sc
1 skein each #385 royal and as beg ch-1, sc in next sc, *insert
#368 paddy green THROW hook in next ch-4 lp of rnd 2 and
Size J/10/6mm crochet hook or in next sc directly behind in rnd 4,
size needed to obtain gauge SQUARE yo, draw up a lp, yo, draw through
Yarn needle both lps on hook**, sc in each of
Make 35 Squares: 18 royal next 3 sc, rep from * around, end-
GAUGE & 17 green.
Rnds 15 = 21/2 inches; Square = ing last rep at **, sc in next sc, join
8 inches Rnd 1 (RS): With white, ch 4, join in beg sc. (32 sc)
(see Pattern Notes) in first ch to Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in same sc as beg
form a ring, work 8 sc in ring, join ch-1, *hdc in next sc, shell (see
PATTERN NOTES in first sc. Special Stitches) in next sc, hdc in
Weave in loose ends as work Rnd 2: Ch 1, (sc, ch 4, sc) in same next sc**, sc in each of next 5 sc,
progresses. sc as beg ch-1, ch 1, [(sc, ch 4, sc) rep from * around, ending last
in next sc, ch 1] 7 times, join in beg rep at **, sc in each of next 4 sc,
Join with slip stitch as indicated sc. Fasten off. (8 ch-4 lps) join in beg sc. Fasten off. (44 sts,
unless otherwise stated. 4 ch-2 sps)
Rnd 7: Draw up a lp of red in any
st on side edge of Square, ch 1, sc
in same sc as beg ch-1, sc in each
st around, working (sc, ch 2, sc) in
each corner ch-2 sp, join in beg sc.
Fasten off. (52 sc, 4 ch-2 sps)
Rnd 8: Draw up a lp of royal
(green) in 2nd sc to the left of any
corner ch-2 sp, ch 1, sc in same sc
as beg ch-1, *[ch 1, sk next sc, sc in
next sc] 5 times, ch 1, sk next sc,
(sc, ch 2, sc) in corner ch-2 sp, ch 1,
sk next sc**, sc in next sc, rep from
* around, ending last rep at **,
join in beg sc. Fasten off. (32 sc,
28 ch-1 sps, 4 ch-2 sps)
Rnd 9: Draw up a lp of red in
any sc, ch 1, sc in same sc as beg
ch-1, sc in each sc and each ch-1
sp around, working (sc, ch 2, sc) in

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Add a European touch
to your holiday decor
with this Scandinavian-
each corner ch-2 sp, join inspired throw.
in beg sc. (68 sc, 4 ch-2 Crocheted in worsted-
corner sps) weight yarn, the motifs
Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in each sc are joined as you go with
around, working (sc, ch 3, sc) a pretty lacy shell stitch.
in each corner ch-2 sp, join
in beg sc. Fasten off. (76 sc,
4 corner ch-3 sps)
FIRST SQUARE BORDER
Rnd 11: With a royal
Square, draw up a lp of
white in 2nd sc to the left
of any corner ch-3 sp, ch 1,
small shell (see Special
Stitches) in same sc, *[sk
next sc, small shell in next
sc] across to corner ch-3 sp,
corner (see Special Stitches)
in corner ch-3 sp, sk next
sc**, small shell in next sc,
rep from * around, ending
last rep at **, join in beg sc.
(44 ch-2 sps, 4 ch-4 sps)
After completion of First
Square Border, join tog rem
Squares while working rnd
11 in 5 rows of 7 Squares
alternating colors from top
to bottom.
On row 1 of Squares, join tog
while working on 1 side. On
rem squares, join on 1 or
2 sides as necessary.
To join on 1 side, connect
from corner to corner.
To join corner at ch-4 sps,
ch 2, drop lp, draw lp under
to over (back to front or bot-
tom to top) to opposite ch-4
sp, ch 2 and continue.
To join tog ch-2 sps, ch 1,
drop lp, draw lp under to
over through opposite ch-2
sp, ch 1 and continue.
To join where 4 corners
meet, ch 2, drop lp, draw lp
under to over through op-
posite ch-4 sp (to the right),
ch 1, drop lp, sk next ch-4
Continued on page 102
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Poinsettia Bouquet Doily


Design by Gemma Owen
Rnd 2: Join white in any ch-2 sp,
ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), 2 dc in
same ch-2 sp, ch 2, [3 dc in next
ch-2 sp, ch 2] 7 times, join in 3rd ch
2 lps on hook) twice in same st, yo, of beg ch-3. (24 dc, 8 ch-2 sps)
INTERMEDIATE
draw through all 3 lps on hook. Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in same st as
FINISHED MEASUREMENT 3 double crochet cluster (3-dc beg ch-3, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next
18 inches in diameter cl): (Yo, insert hook in indicated st, dc, ch 2, [2 dc in next dc, dc in next
yo, draw up a lp, yo, draw through dc, 2 dc in next dc, ch 2] around,
MATERIALS
2 lps on hook) 3 times in same st, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (40 dc,
Aunt Lydias Classic 8 ch-2 sps)
Crochet size 10 crochet yo, draw through all 4 lps on hook.
cotton (white: 400 yds; Long treble crochet (long tr): Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in same dc as beg
Solid: 350 yds per ball): Yo hook twice, insert hook in in- ch-3, dc in each of next 3 dc, 2 dc in
1 ball each #1 white, #484 dicated ch-4 sp, yo, draw up a lp next dc, ch 2, [2 dc in next dc, dc in
myrtle green, #494 victory level with working rnd so as not to each of next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc,
red and #423 maize crush ch-7 and ch-9 lps of rnds 12 ch 2] around, join in 3rd ch of beg
Size 7/1.65mm steel crochet and 13, [yo, draw through 2 lps on ch-3. (56 dc, 8 ch-2 sps)
hook or size needed to hook] 3 times. Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in same dc as beg
obtain gauge Beginning double crochet ch-3, dc in each of next 5 dc, 2 dc in
Tapestry needle decrease (beg dc dec): Ch 2, dc next dc, ch 2, [2 dc in next dc, dc in
Rustproof pins in indicated number of sts. each of next 5 dc, 2 dc in next dc,
Blocking board ch 2] around, join in 3rd ch of beg
Spray starch Picot: Ch 3, sl st in top of last st. ch-3. (72 dc, 8 ch-2 sps)
Safety pin Rnd 6: Ch 3, dc in same st as beg
DOILY
GAUGE ch-3, dc in each of next 7 dc, 2 dc in
2 rnds = 11/4 inches; 9 dc = 1 inch CENTER POINSETTIA next dc, ch 2, [2 dc in next dc, dc in
each of next 7 dc, 2 dc in next dc,
Rnd 1 (RS): With maize, form a ch 2] around, join in 3rd ch of beg
PATTERN NOTES slip ring (see illustration), beg ch-3. (88 dc, 8 ch-2 sps)
3-dc cl (see Special Stitches) in
Weave in loose ends as work ring, ch 2, (3-dc clsee Special Rnd 7: Ch 3, dc in same st as beg
progresses. Stitches, ch 2) 7 times, join (see ch-3, dc in each of next 9 dc, 2 dc in
Join with slip stitch as indicated Pattern Notes) in 2nd ch of beg next dc, ch 2, [2 dc in next dc, dc in
unless otherwise stated. 3-dc cl, draw slip ring closed. each of next 9 dc, 2 dc in next dc,
Fasten off. (8 3-dc cls, 8 ch-2 sps) ch 2] around, join in 3rd ch of beg
Chain-3 at beginning of round ch-3. (104 dc, 8 ch-2 sps)
counts as first double crochet
unless otherwise stated. Rnd 8: Ch 2 (see Special Stitches),
dc in each of the next 10 dc,
Chain-5 at beginning of row counts dc dec (see Stitch Guide) in next
as first double crochet and chain-2 2 dc, ch 4, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 4
unless otherwise stated. 4" end
[dc dec in next 2 dc, dc in each
Chain-7 at beginning of row counts of next 9 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc,
as chain-2, first double crochet and ch 4, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 4]
chain-2 unless otherwise stated. around, join in first dc. (72 dc,
Join with slip stitch as indicated 16 dc dec, 8 sc, 16 ch-4 sps)
unless otherwise stated. Rnd 9: Ch 2, dc in each of the next
8 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4, [sc
SPECIAL STITCHES Leave ring in next ch-4 sp, ch 4] twice, *dc dec
Beginning 3-double crochet loose until in next 2 dc, dc in each of next 7
stitches are
cluster (beg 3-dc cl): Ch 2, (yo, made.
dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4, [sc in
insert hook in indicated st, yo, next ch-4 sp, ch 4] twice, rep from *
draw up a lp, yo, draw through Slip Ring around, join in first dc. (56 dc,
16 dc dec, 16 sc, 24 ch-4 sps)

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This large octagon-shaped doily with its beautiful poinsettia motifs can be stitched
two different ways. No matter which color you choose to be predominant, this
dramatic doily will add a touch of elegance and beauty to your holiday table.

Rnd 10: Ch 2, dc in each of the Rnd 12: Ch 2, dc in each of the ch 9, sk next ch-7 sp, [sc in next
next 6 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4, next 2 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch-4 sp, ch 4] twice, rep from *
[sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 4] 3 times, [ch 4, sc in next ch-4 sp] twice, around, join in first dc. Fasten
*dc dec in next 2 dc, dc in each of ch 7, sk next ch-4 sp, [sc in next off. (8 dc dec, 32 sc, 32 ch-4 sps,
next 5 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4, ch-4 sp, ch 4] twice, *dc dec in next 8 ch-9 sps)
[sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 4] 3 times, 2 dc, dc in next dc, dc dec in next Rnd 14: Join green in last ch-4 sp
rep from * around, join in first dc. 2 dc, [ch 4, sc in next ch-4 sp] of rnd 13, ch 1, sc in same ch-4 sp
(40 dc, 16 dc dec, 24 sc, 32 ch-4 sps) twice, ch 7, sk next ch-4 sp, [sc in as beg ch-1, ch 5, [sc in next ch sp,
Rnd 11: Ch 2, dc in each of the next ch-4 sp, ch 4] twice, rep from * ch 5] twice, ch 5, [inserting hook
next 4 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4, around, join in first dc. (8 dc, 16 dc over ch-9 sp and ch-7 sp and in
[sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 4] 4 times, dec, 32 sc, 32 ch-4 sps, 8 ch-7 sps) sk ch-4 sp of rnd 11, work long tr
*dc dec in next 2 dc, dc in each of Rnd 13: Ch 2, dc dec in next 2 dc, (see Special Stitches), ch 5] twice,
next 3 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4, [ch 4, sc in next ch-4 sp] twice, ch *[sc in next ch sp, ch 5] 4 times,
[sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 4] 4 times, 9, sk next ch-7 sp, [sc in next ch-4 [inserting hook over ch-9 sp and
rep from * around, join in first dc. sp, ch 4] twice, *dc dec in next 3 dc, ch-7 sp and in sk ch-4 sp of rnd 11,
(24 dc, 16 dc dec, 32 sc, 40 ch-4 sps) [ch 4, sc in next ch-4 sp] twice, work long tr, ch 5] twice, rep from *

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3 times, *dc dec in next 3 dc, ch 4, Poinsettia to the right and Small
[sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 4] 3 times, Poinsettia to the left, with RS
rep from * around to last ch sp, sc facing, sl st in next ch-5 sp directly
in last ch-4 sp, ch 2, dc in first above 2 long tr on Center Poin-
dec to form last ch-4 sp. (8 dc dec, settia, ch 3, [sc in next ch-5 sp on
32 ch-4 sps, 24 sc) Small Poinsettia, ch 6] in each of
Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp as next 3 ch-5 sps, [sc in next ch sp,
beg ch-1, ch 5 (mark this ch-5 sp ch 3, sl st in corresponding ch-5 sp
with safety pin), [sc in next ch sp, of previous Small Poinsettia, ch 3]
ch 5] around, join in beg sc. Fasten 5 times, [sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 6]
off. (32 sc, 32 ch-5 sps) 15 times, [sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 3,
sl st in corresponding ch-5 sp
Rnd 9: Join green with sc in on first Small Poinsettia, ch 3]
marked ch-5 sp, ch 1, sc in same 5 times, [sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 6]
ch-5 sp (remove safety pin), [ch 5, 3 times, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
sc in next ch-5 sp] around to last
ch-5 sp, ch 2, tr in beg sc to form TRIM
around, ending with sc in last last ch sp and position hook in cen- Rnd 1: Holding Doily by 2 Small
ch sp, ch 2, tr in first sc to form ter of last ch sp. (32 sc, 32 ch-5 sps) Poinsettias, with large points at
last ch-5 sp to position hook in bottom, join green in 4th ch-6 sp
center of last ch-5 sp. (48 ch-5 sp, First Small Poinsettia Joining
from sl st ch joins , ch 1, sc in same
16 long tr, 32 sc) Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in same sp as ch sp,ch 7, [sc in next ch sp, ch 7]
Rnd 15: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp as beg ch-1, ch 3, holding Center 7 times, sc in next ch sp, ch 25,
beg ch-1, [ch 6, sc in next ch sp] Poinsettia to the right and Small sk next 6 ch-6 sps, *[sc in next
around, ending with ch 3, tr in beg Poinsettia to the left, with RS ch sp, ch 7] 8 times, sc in next
sc to position hook in center of last facing, sl st in any ch-5 sp directly ch sp, ch 25, sk next 6 ch sps, rep
ch-6 sp. (48 ch-6 sps, 48 sc) above 2 long tr on Center Poin- from * around, join in beg sc.
settia, ch 3, [sc in next ch-5 sp on (72 sc, 56 ch-7 sps, 8 ch-25 sps)
Rnd 16: Ch 1, sc in same ch sp Small Poinsettia, ch 6] around, join
as beg ch-1, ch 6, [sc in next ch sp, in beg sc. Fasten off. Rnd 2: Sl st next 3 chs of ch-7,
ch 6] around, ending with join in ch 1, sc in same ch-7 sp, [ch 7,
beg sc. Fasten off. 2nd7th Small Poinsettia Joining sc in next ch-7 sp] 7 times, sk next
Rnds 19: Rep rnds 19 of Small 3 chs, sc in next ch of ch-25, ch 7,
FIRST SMALL POINSETTIA [sk next 5 chs, sc in next ch, ch 7]
Poinsettia.
Rnds 14: Rep rnds 14 of Cen- 3 times, sk last 3 chs, *[sc in next
ter Poinsettia with red. (56 dc, Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in same sp as ch-7 sp, ch 7] 8 times, sk first 3 chs,
8 ch-2 sps) beg ch-1, ch 3, holding Center sc in next ch, [sk next 5 chs, sc
Poinsettia to the right and Small in next ch, ch 7] 3 times, sk last
Rnd 5: Ch 2, dc in each of next Poinsettia to the left, with RS fac-
4 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4, sc in 3 chs, rep from * around.(96 sc,
ing, sl st in next ch-5 sp directly 96 ch-7 sps)
next ch-2 sp, ch 4, [dc dec in next above 2 long tr on Center Poin-
2 dc, dc in each of next 3 dc, dc dec settia, ch 3, [sc in next ch-5 sp on Rnd 3: Sl st next 3 chs, ch 1, sc in
in next 2 dc, ch 4, sc in next ch-2 sp, Small Poinsettia, ch 6] in each of same ch sp, ch 7, [sc in next ch-7
ch 4] around, join in first dc dec. next 24 ch-5 sps, [sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 7] around, join in beg sc.
(24 dc, 16 dc dec, 16 ch-4 sps, 8 sc) sp, ch 3, sl st in corresponding ch-5 (96 sc, 96 ch-7 sps)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, dc in each of next sp on previous Small Poinsettia, Rnd 4: Sl st next 3 chs, ch 1, (sc
2 dc, dc dec in next 2 dc, ch 4 [sc in ch 3] 5 times, [sc in next ch-5 sp, in same ch sp, picotsee Special
next ch-4 sp, ch 4] twice, *dc dec in ch 6] 3 times on Small Poinsettia, Stitches, sc) in same ch sp, ch 5,
next 2 dc, dc in next dc, dc dec in join in beg sc. Fasten off. [(sc, picot, sc) in next ch sp, ch 5]
next 2 dc, ch 4, [sc in next ch-4 sp, around, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
ch 4] twice, rep from * around, join 8th Small Poinsettia Joining (192 sc, 96 picots, 96 ch-5 sps)
in first dc dec. (8 dc, 16 dc dec, Rnds 19: Rep rnds 19 of Small
24 ch-4 sps, 16 sc) Poinsettia. FINISHING

Rnd 7: Ch 2, dc dec in next 2 dc, Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in same sp as Dampen and pin to blocking board,
ch 4, [sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 4] beg ch-1, ch 3, holding Center starch and dry completely, remove
pins. CW

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Noche Buena
Christmas
Ornament
Design by Bendy Carter

EASY

FINISHED SIZE
21/4 inches in diameter, excluding
hanging loop

MATERIALS
Red Heart Fashion Crochet size 5
crochet cotton (100 yds per ball):
1 ball #90g gold/gold
Size B/1/2.25mm crochet hook
or size needed to
obtain gauge
Beading needle
2-inch craft ring
Gold rocailles beads: 18

GAUGE
Noche Buena should fit snugly
inside 2-inch ring

PATTERN NOTE
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.

ORNAMENT
Pretty and simply elegant, a poinsettia flower
CENTER crocheted in glittery crochet thread attached to a
Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, metal ring will add a touch of beauty to your tree.
join (see Pattern Note) in beg
sc. (6 sc)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc dec in 2 sts, RING
BRACT 1 turn. (1 sc) Join with sc around ring between
Row 1 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first Row 5: Working around ring, ch 1 2 Bracts, 6 sc in ring, ch 28
st, leaving rem sts unworked, to connect Bract to ring. Fasten off. (hanger), 7 sc in ring, 14 sc
turn. (1 sc) between each of next 2 Bracts
Row 2: Ch 1, 4 sc in sc, turn. (4 sc) BRACTS 26 around, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec (see Stitch Rows 15: Join in next st on Sew beads to Center for flower. CW
Guide) in first 2 sts, sc dec in last Center, rep rows 15 of Bract 1.
2 sts, turn. (2 sc)

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Snowman Stocking
Design by Joyce Geisler

4" end
CONFIDENT
BEGINNER Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes).
Dc in base of turning ch. Dc in
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS each dc across. 2 dc in top of
13 inches wide at base x turning ch (see Pattern Notes),
131/2 inches tall turn. (54 dc)
MATERIALS Row 3: Ch 3. Dc in base of turn-
Caron Simply Soft medium ing ch. Dc in each dc across, Leave ring
(worsted) weight acrylic turn. (55 dc) loose until
yarn (6 oz/315 yds/170g stitches are
Row 4: Ch 3. Dc in 2nd dc and in made.
per skein): each dc across. Work 2 dc in top of
1 skein each #9707 dark sage turning ch, turn. (56 dc) Slip Ring
and #9701 white
1 yd each red, brown, orange Rows 5 & 6: Ch 3. Dc in 2nd dc
and each dc across, turn. (56 dc) Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each dc.
and black Fasten off. (24 sc)
Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or Row 7: Ch 3. Dc dec (see Stitch
size needed to obtain gauge Guide) in next 2 dc. Dc in each dc, Middle Ball
Tapestry needle turn. (55 dc) Rnd 1: Rep rnd 1 of Head.
GAUGE Row 8: Ch 3. Dc in 2nd dc and Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in same st as base
8 dc = 2 inches; 4 rows = 2 inches each dc across. Dc dec in last 2 sts, of beg ch-3. 2 dc in each dc. Join in
turn. (54 dc) top of beg ch-3. (24 dc)
Rows 9 & 10: Rep rows 7 and 8. Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in each dc stop-
PATTERN NOTES (52 dc) ping halfway around the circle.
Weave in loose ends as work Row 11: Ch 3. Dc dec in next 3 sts. Sl st into sc on Head to join Head
progresses. Dc in each rem dc, turn. (50 dc) and Middle Ball tog. Continue
Chain-3 at beginning of round Row 12: Ch 3. Dc in 2nd dc. with 2 sc in each st around. Join
counts as first double crochet Dc in next 35 dc. Dc dec in next in beg sc, fasten off. (48 sc)
unless otherwise stated. 2 sts, leave rem sts unworked, Bottom Ball
Join with slip stitch as indicated turn. (38 dc)
Rnds 1 & 2: Rep rnds 1 and 2 of
unless otherwise stated. Row 13: Ch 3. Dc dec in next 3 sts. Middle Ball.
Last double crochet in row will be Dc in each dc across, turn. (35 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in same sp. 2 dc in
worked in top of turning chain. Row 14: Ch 3. Dc in 2nd dc and in each dc stopping halfway around
each dc across, working dc dec in the circle. Sl st to bottom of Middle
SPECIAL STITCH last 3 dc, turn. (33 dc) Ball to join Middle and Bottom
Shell: (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in indi- Rows 1529: Ch 3. Dc in 2nd dc Balls. Continue working 2 dc in
cated sp. and in each dc across. (33 dc in each st around. Join in top of beg
each row counting beg ch-3) Fasten ch-3. Fasten off. (48 dc)
STOCKING off after row 29.
Snow Ball
SIDE OF STOCKING Snowman Rep rnd 1 of Head.
Make 2. Head FINISHING
With dark sage, ch 53. Rnd 1: With white, make a slip
Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook ring (see illustration), ch 3, 11 dc Facial Features
(beg sk chs count as first dc) and in ring. Pull tight, join (see Pattern See photo of Snowman for place-
in each ch across to last ch. 2 dc Notes) in top of beg ch-3. (12 dc) ment and approximate st length.
in last ch, turn. (52 dc)

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Easy enough for a
beginner to crochet, this
stocking with its nice
roomy shape and jaunty
Snowman is sure to get
noticed by Santa!
Eyes & Mouth: Using black ASSEMBLY
yarn, make eyes and mouth using With white, whipstitch (see illus-
short straight stitches (see illus- tration) Snowman to the Stocking
tration). placing it above the crochet chain
stitches. Attach the Snowball with
a whipstitch placing it above the
B crochet chain stitches as desired.
A

Straight Stitch
Nose: Using orange yarn, make a
2 4
short straight stitch for the nose,
going over it twice to give it a
little depth. 1 3 5
Buttons: Using black yarn, em- Whipstitch
broider 3 French knots (see illus- Ch 1, sc through both layers of
tration) on each of Middle Ball and Arms: With brown, pull up from the Stocking evenly down the side
Bottom Ball. back to front to the upper side across the bottom and back up to
of the Middle Ball. About 1 inch the top. Ch 10, sl st back into the
out from the Middle Ball go back top of the Stocking at the base of
through the Stocking. Pull up the ch-10 to form a lp to hang.
about 1/4 inch from where the end Fasten off. Weave in loose ends
of the arm is and go back down securely to keep lp from pulling
at the end of the arm to make loose when hanging.
1 1
2 fingers. Make 2 more fingers the Cuff
French Knot same way. Rep for opposite arm.
With front side of Stocking facing,
Scarf: Using red, leaving about Snowflakes: With white, make join white in first double crochet
11/2-inch tail, ch 25, fasten off simple straight stitch snowflakes to the left of the hanging loop of
leaving about 11/2-inch tail. Cut 1 by pulling up randomly through Stocking in back side piece.
piece of yarn 3 inches long. Using the Stocking and pushing needle
down about 1/2 inch from where Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in same st. [Ch 1,
the crochet hook, pull it halfway sk 1 dc, sc in next dc] around top
through the last ch of the scarf inserted. Rep pulling thread up
and off to the side middle of first of Stocking. Fold the hanging loop
end. Tie a knot over end of scarf inside while working on the cuff to
and fringe piece to make 3 pieces stitch crossing over the first stitch
and inserting back down on oppo- keep it out of the way until the cuff
of fringe. Rep for opposite end of is complete and folded down over
scarf. Tie scarf around neck of site side of beg st. Do the same in
an x pattern across the first two the top of the Stocking. Hanger
Snowman. will pop back up then and be on
stitches. Snowflakes can continue
Snow Chain: Embroider a wavy to be added without fastening off the inside of the Stocking. Join in
line of chain stitches (see illus- until more thread is needed. Place beg sc. (34 ch-1 sps)
tration) across the bottom over as many flakes on the Stocking Rnd 2: Sl st in ch-1 sp. Shell (see
rows 24 of the Stocking from sides as desired staying down Special Stitch) in next ch-1 sp. Sc
right side to left side as desired or from the top of the Stocking about in next ch-1 sp. *Shell in next ch-1
as shown on the Stocking. 3 inches where the cuff will lay sp. Sc in next ch-1 sp. Rep from *
when added. Length of the stitches around. Join in beg sc. (17 shells)
in the snowflakes isnt important, Rnds 35: Sl st in ch-1 sp of first
make desired size. shell. (Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in ch-1
Joining Stocking: Hold wrong sp of same shell. (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc)
sides of Stocking together. Join in ch-1 sp of each shell around.
1
3 2 dark sage with a sl st in the top of Join in top of beg ch-3. Fasten off
the Stocking at the front left top. after rnd 5. Block. CW
Chain Stitch

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Snowflake
Fantasy
Designs by Jackie Daugherty

EASY

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Small Snowflake: 3 inches in
diameter
Medium Snowflake: 31/2 inches
in diameter
Large Snowflake: 41/2 inches in
diameter
MATERIALS
Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease
medium (worsted) weight
acrylic/wool yarn (3 oz/
197 yds/85g per skein):
1 skein #301 white/multi
Size 7/4.5mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Monofilament (optional)
Large crystal beads or chandelier
prisms (optional)

GAUGE
Gauge is not important for
this project.

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Join with a slip stitch unless
otherwise indicated.
A skein will make several snow-
flakes.
Chain-4 at beginning of round
counts as first double crochet and
chain-1 unless otherwise stated.
Chain-6 at beginning of round
counts as first treble crochet and
chain-2 unless otherwise stated.
Using glittery worsted-weight yarn, crochet up a snowstorm of these
Continued on page 110 quick-to-make ornaments in three different sizes to cover your tree!
Or add a few to a holiday wreath finished off with a bright red bow.

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Poinsettia Flowerpot
Design by Katherine Eng
Rnd 20: Ch 1, sc in same sc and
in each dc and each sc around,
working (sc, ch 2, sc) in center dc of
each shell. Join last sc to first and
fasten off.
EASY FLOWERPOT
Weave in and sew down ends on
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS To begin: With K hook and inside of basket.
10 inches in diameter across top x 2 strands (see Pattern Notes) red
6 inches tall held tog, ch 4, join (see Pattern FLOWER
Notes) in first ch to form a ring. With medium thyme and size
MATERIALS Do not ch 1. H hook, ch 4, join in first st to form
Red Heart Super Saver a ring. Do not ch 1 to beg rnd 1.
medium (worsted) weight Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in ring, join in
acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/ beg sc. Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in ring. Join and
198g per skein): Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in every sc fasten off.
1 skein #319 cherry red around, join in beg sc. (16 sc) With white, draw up a lp in front
5 yds #311 white Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in lp of any sc and ch 1.
3 yds #406 medium thyme next sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next Rnd 2: Working in front lps (see
Sizes H/8/5mm and sc] around, join in beg sc. (24 sc) Stitch Guide), work (sc, ch 3, sc) in
K/101/2/6.5mm crochet hooks or each sc around. Join and ch 2.
size needed to obtain gauge Rnd 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in
Tapestry needle next 2 sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next Rnd 3: Working behind rnd 2, in
Red and green sewing thread 2 sc] around, join in beg sc. (32 sc) back lps (see Stitch Guide) of each
and sewing needle for sewing Rnd 5: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in sc, work (sc, ch 5, sc) in each back
down woven-in ends and for next 3 sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next lp around. Join in beg sc and
adding bead 3 sc] around, join in beg sc. (40 sc) fasten off leaving a 10-inch tail
8mm red crystal bead for center for sewing.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in
of Flower next 4 sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next Weave in and sew down all ends
8-inch plastic flowerpot liner 4 sc] around, join in beg sc. (48 sc) (except tail) of yarn on back of
(available at plant nurseries) flower with matching thread.
Stitch marker Rnd 7: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in Position Flower at front of Pot
next 5 sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next below and between 2 shells.
GAUGE 5 sc] around, join in beg sc. (56 sc) Stitch onto basket with white
Size K hook: Rnds 14 = 4 inches Rnd 8: Sc around. Do not join. tail through sc of rnd 3 of flower.
Mark beg sc of rnd and move Sew bead on with a needle and
marker up as you work. green thread to center of flower.
PATTERN NOTES
Rnds 913: Sc around.
Pot is worked holding 2 strands LEAF
of yarn together. Divide 1 skein Rnd 14: 2 sc in first sc, sc in next
13 sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next Make 2.
in half to create 2 equal 31/2-ounce
balls. 13 sc] around. (60 sc) With medium thyme, leaving a
Rnd 15: Sc around. 4-inch tail to beg, ch 7.
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses. Rnd 16: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook
next 9 sc, [2 sc in next sc, sc in next and in next ch. Hdc in next 3 chs,
Join with slip stitch as indicated sc in last ch. Fasten off leaving
unless otherwise stated. 9 sc], join in beg sc. (66 sc)
a 4-inch tail. Position at side of
Rnd 17: Sc around. Flower and pull tails through to
SPECIAL STITCH
Rnd 18: Sc around, join in beg sc. inside of Pot. Tie tails to a st on in-
Shell: 5 dc in indicated st. side of pot. Weave in ends through
Rnd 19: Ch 1, sc in first sc. *Sk
2 sc, shell (see Special Stitch) in red sts and then sew down to
next sc, sk 2 sc**, sc in next sc.* secure with green thread. CW
Rep from * to * around ending at
** on last rep. Join in beg sc.

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This design is perfect for adding a festive
touch and a pop of color to your home
this holiday season. You may find yourself
making more than one!
HOLIDAY HOME & HEARTH

Christmas Bell
Design by Kathryn White
A small amount of size
10 crochet thread is all it
takes to make this beautiful
INTERMEDIATE
Christmas bell.

FINISHED MEASUREMENT
21/2 inches tall, excluding hanger

MATERIALS
Size 10 crochet cotton:
30 yds white
Size 9/1.25mm steel
crochet hook or size needed
to obtain gauge
1/4-inch-wide blue ribbon:
12 inches
21/2-inch foam bell
3/8-inch jingle bell
Fabric stiffener
Plastic wrap
Craft glue

GAUGE
8 sc = 1 inch

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.
Chain-3 at beginning of round
counts as first double crochet
unless otherwise stated. 3-treble cluster (3-tr cl): Yo Rnd 2: Ch 3 (does not count as first
Chain-6 at beginning of round twice, insert hook in indicated dc), 2-tr cl (see Special Stitches) in
counts as first treble crochet and place, yo, draw lp through, [yo, first st, ch 3, sk next st, [3-tr cl (see
chain-2 space unless otherwise draw through 2 lps on hook] twice, Special Stitches) in next st, ch 3, sk
stated. *yo twice, insert hook in same next st] around, join in top of beg cl.
place, yo, draw lp through, [yo, (8 cls, 8 ch sps)
Chain-4 at beginning of round draw through 2 lps on hook] twice,
counts as first double crochet Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in first st, [ch 2,
rep from *, yo, draw through all sc in next ch sp, ch 2, sc in next st]
and chain-1 space unless other- 4 lps on hook.
wise stated. 7 times, ch 2, sc in next ch sp, ch 1,
Picot: Ch 3, sl st in top of last hdc in beg sc to form last ch sp.
SPECIAL STITCHES st made. (16 ch sps, 16 sc)
2-treble cluster (2-tr cl): *Yo Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in first ch sp, [ch 2,
twice, insert hook in same place, BELL sc in next ch sp] around, ch 1, hdc
yo, draw lp through, [yo, draw Rnd 1: Ch 5, join (see Pattern in beg sc.
through 2 lps on hook] twice, rep Notes) to form ring, ch 1, 16 sc in Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in first ch sp, [ch 3,
from *, yo, draw through all 3 lps ring, join in beg sc. (16 sc) sc in next ch sp] around, ch 1, dc in
on hook. beg sc to form last ch sp.

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Rnd 6: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes),
(dc, picotsee Special Stitches, dc)
in same sp, (2 dc, picot, dc) in each
ch sp around, join in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3. (48 dc)
Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in first st, [ch 7, sc
in sp between next 2 3-dc groups]
around, ch 2, dtr in beg sc to form
last ch sp. (16 ch sps)
Rnd 8: Ch 3, (dc, picot, dc) in
first ch sp, (2 dc, picot, dc) in each
ch sp around, join in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3. (48 dc)
Rnd 9: Ch 6 (see Pattern Notes),
[tr in sp between next 2 3-dc
groups, ch 2], around, join in 4th ch
of beg ch-6. (16 ch sps)
Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in first st, 2 sc
in each ch sp and sc in each st
around, join in beg sc. (48 sc)
Rnd 11: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes),
sk next st, [dc in next st, ch 1, sk
next st] around, join in 3rd ch of
beg ch-4. (24 dc, 24 ch sps)
Rnd 12: Sl st in first ch sp, ch 1,
2 sc in same sp, 2 sc in each ch sp
around, join in beg sc. (48 sc)
Rnd 13: Ch 4 (counts as first tr),
(tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in same st, sk next
3 sts, *(2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in next st,
sk next 3 sts, rep from * around,
join in 4th ch of beg ch-4. (48 tr,
12 ch sps)
Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc in each st around
with (2 sc, ch 3, 2 sc) in each ch sp,
join in beg sc. Fasten off.
HANGER & CLAPPER
For hanging lp, chain for 13/4 inches,
join in beg ch to form ring, ch 1, sc
in ring until completely covered,
join in beg sc, for clapper, make a
ch 4 inches long. Fasten off.
Pull 4-inch ch through rnd 1 of cro-
cheted Bell (outside to inside), glue
at base of Hanger to secure, attach
end of 4-inch ch to jingle bell.
Tie ribbon in bow around base of
Hanger. CW

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Carolin' Critters
Designs by Kristin Kauten

INTERMEDIATE SPECIAL STITCHES


Double crochet shell (dc shell): 4" end
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
5 dc in indicated st or sp.
4 inches wide x 6 inches tall
Treble crochet shell (tr shell):
MATERIALS 5 tr in indicated st or sp.
Red Heart Super Saver
medium (worsted) weight POLAR BEAR
acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/
198g per skein): BODY Leave ring
1 skein each #365 coffee, #235
lemon, #368 paddy green, Rnd 1 (RS): With white, form a loose until
stitches are
#311 white, #312 black, slip ring (see illustration), ch 1,
made.
#724 baby pink 6 sc in ring, place stitch marker
Red Heart Classic medium (see Pattern Notes). (6 sc) Slip Ring

(worsted) weight acrylic yarn


(31/2 oz/190 yds/100g per skein):
1 skein each #334 tan,
#339 mid brown
Red Heart Soft medium
(worsted) weight acrylic yarn Display this fun-loving set on your
(4 oz/212 yds/113g per skein): mantel or Christmas table for a touch
1 skein #9440 light grey of holiday whimsy. Completely
heather kid-friendly, they make great stuffed
Red Heart Shimmer medium animals for little ones too!
(worsted) weight acrylic/metallic
yarn (31/2 oz/280 yds/100g
per skein):
1 skein each #1012 black and
#1929 red
Size H/8/5mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Fiberfill
Stitch marker
GAUGE
Gauge is not important for
this project.

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Do not join rounds unless other-
wise stated. Use stitch marker to
mark rounds and move marker as
work progresses.
Join with slip stitch as indicated
unless otherwise stated.

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Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. Rnd 10: Sc in each st around. Rnd 35: Rep rnd 10.
(12 sc) Rnds 1125: Rep rnd 10. Rnd 36: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in next Rnd 26: [Sc dec (see Stitch Guide) each of next 5 sts] around. (24 sc)
st] around. (18 sc) in next 2 sts, sc in each of next Rnd 37: Rep rnd 10.
Rnd 4: [2 sc in next st, sc in each 10 sts] around. (44 sc) With fiberfill stuff Body.
of next 2 sts] around. (24 sc) Rnd 27: Rep rnd 10. Rnd 38: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
Rnd 5: [2 sc in next st, sc in each Rnd 28: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in each of next 4 sts] around. (20 sc)
of next 3 sts] around. (30 sc) each of next 9 sts] around. (40 sc) Rnd 39: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
Rnd 6: [2 sc in next st, sc in each Rnd 29: Rep rnd 10. each of next 3 sts] around. (16 sc)
of next 4 sts] around. (36 sc)
Rnd 30: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in Rnd 40: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
Rnd 7: [2 sc in next st, sc in each each of next 8 sts] around. (36 sc) each of next 2 sts] around. (12 sc)
of next 5 sts] around. (42 sc)
Rnd 31: Rep rnd 10. Rnd 41: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
Rnd 8: [2 sc in next st, sc in each next st] around, join (see Pattern
of next 6 sts] around. (48 sc) Rnd 32: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
each of next 7 sts] around. (32 sc) Notes) in beg sc, leaving a 12-inch
Rnd 9: Working in back lps length, fasten off. (8 sc)
(see Stitch Guide) of sts, sc in each Rnd 33: Rep rnd 10.
With fiberfill stuff rem of Body,
st around. Rnd 34: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in sew opening closed.
each of next 6 sts] around. (28 sc)
ARM sc in each of next 2 sc, sc dec in Rows 2 & 3: Ch 1, sc in each st
Make 2. next 2 sc, turn. (4 sc) across. At the end of row 3, leaving
Row 6: Ch 1, [sc dec in next 2 sc] a 10-inch length, fasten off. (6 sc)
Rnd 1: With white, leaving a
6-inch length at beg, ch 15, join in twice, do not turn. (2 sc) INSIDE OF MOUTH
first ch to form a ring, sc in each ch Rnd 7: Now working in rnds, ch 1, Rnd 1: With pink form a slip ring,
around, place stitch marker. (15 sc) sc evenly sp around entire Ear, join ch 1, 6 sc in ring, join in beg sc,
Rnd 2: Sc in each sc around. in beg sc, leaving a 12-inch length, leaving a 6-inch length, close ring,
fasten off. fasten off. (6 sc)
Rnds 310: Rep rnd 2.
Rnd 11: [2 sc in next sc, sc in each SNOUT With fiberfill stuff Snout, but do
of next 2 sc] around. (20 sc) Rnd 1: With white, ch 8, sc in not sew back of Snout closed.
Rnds 1215: Rep rnd 2. 2nd ch from hook, sc in each of With fiberfill stuff Nose and using
next 5 chs, 3 sc in next ch, work- photo as a guide, sew Nose on top
Rnd 16: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in ing on opposite side of foundation of Snout towards front of piece.
each of next 2 sts] around. (15 sc) ch, sc in each of next 5 chs, 2 sc Bend Mouth around Inside of
Rnd 17: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in in same ch as beg sc, place stitch Mouth and sew pieces tog. With
next st] around. (10 sc) marker. (16 sc) fiberfill stuff mouth, but do not
Rnd 18: [Sc dec in next 2 sts] Rnd 2: 2 sc in next st, sc in each sew opening at back of mouth
around, leaving a 12-inch length, of next 6 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc closed. Using photo as a guide, sew
fasten off. (5 sc) in each of next 7 sts, 2 sc in next Lower Snout on bottom of Snout
Sew rnd 18 opening of paw closed st. (20 sc) towards back of the piece.
and leave rem length for sewing Rnd 3: Working in back lps for With black, embroider straight
Candle to each paw. this rnd only, 2 sc in next st, sc in stitch (use photo as a guide) a line
Stuff each Arm with fiberfill. Once each of next 8 sts, 2 sc in each of down the front middle of Snout.
Arm is stuffed, fold opening at top next 2 sts, sc in each of next 8 sts, With black embroider 3 French
of each Arm flat and sew closed. 2 sc in next st. (24 sc) knots (see illustration) on each
Leave rem length for sewing Rnds 48: Sc in each sc around. side of the line.
Arm to Body. At the end of rnd 8, sl st in next st,
With black, embroider 2 straight leaving a 12-inch length, fasten off.
stitches (see illustration) on NOSE
each paw.
Row 1: With black, ch 4, sc in 2
2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem 1
ch across, turn. (3 sc)
B Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across,
French Knot
turn.
A
Rnd 3: Now working in rnds,
ch 1, sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc EYE
Straight Stitch in next st, place 1 sc along side of Make 2.
piece, working on opposite side of Row 1: With white, ch 4, sc in
EAR foundation ch, 2 sc in next ch, sc 2nd ch from hook, sc in each of
Make 2. in next ch, 2 sc in next ch, place next 2 chs, turn. (3 sc)
Row 1: With white, ch 5, sc in 2 sc along side of piece, place stitch
marker. (12 sc) Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem turn. (3 sc)
ch across, turn. (4 sc) Rnd 4: Sc in each st around, join
in beg sc, leaving a 10-inch length, Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec in next 3 sts,
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in leaving a 6-inch length, fasten off.
each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc, fasten off. (12 sc)
(1 sc)
turn. (6 sc) MOUTH With black using photo as a guide,
Rows 3 & 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc Row 1: With white, ch 7, sc in embroider satin stitch (see illus-
across, turn. 2nd ch from hook, sc in each of tration) pupil on each Eye.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc, next 5 chs, turn. (6 sc)

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Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. Sew Arms to Body.
(12 sc) Sew Tail to lower middle portion
Rnds 35: Sc in each sc around. of back Body.
Rnd 6: [Sc dec in next 2 sc]
6 times, leaving a 6-inch length,
fasten off. (6 sc)
Satin Stitch Stuff Ball with fiberfill, sew
TAIL opening closed and sew to rnd
26 of Hat.
Row 1: With white, ch 7, sc in
2nd ch from hook, tr in each of next CANDLE
4 chs, 3 sc in next ch, working on Rnd 1: With white, form a slip
opposite side of foundation ch, tr in ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring, close ring,
each of next 4 chs, sc in same ch as place stitch marker. (6 sc)
beg sc, ch 1, join in beg sc, leaving a
6-inch length, fasten off. (5 sc, 8 tr) Rnd 2: Working in back lps for
this rnd only, sc in each st around.
HAT Rnds 35: Sc in each sc around.
Rnd 1: With green leaving a At the end of rnd 5, sl st in next
12-inch length at beg, ch 24, join in st, leaving 8-inch length, fasten
first ch to form a ring, sc in each ch off. (6 sc)
around, place stitch marker. (24 sc)
Flame
Rnd 2: Sc in each sc around,
change color (see Stitch Guide) to Row 1: With yellow, ch 4, sc in PENGUIN
red leaving a 6-inch length at beg. 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch,
sl st in next ch, leaving a 6-inch BODY
Rnd 3: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in length, fasten off. (sc, dc, sl st) Rnds 141: Rep rnds 141 of
each of next 6 sts] around. (21 sc) Polar Bear with black shimmer.
Rnd 4: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in Candleholder
each of next 5 sts] around. (18 sc) Rnd 1: With grey, form a slip ring, WING

Rnd 5: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in ch 1, 8 sc in ring, close ring, place Make 2.
each of next 4 sts] around. (15 sc) stitch marker. (8 sc) Rnd 1: With black shimmer, leav-
Rnd 6: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around, ing a 12-inch length at beg, ch 20,
each of next 3 sts] around. (12 sc) ch 6, sl st in same st, sl st in next join (see Pattern Notes) in first
st, leaving 8-inch length, fasten off. ch to form a ring, sc in each ch
Rnd 7: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in (16 sc, 2 sl sts) around, place stitch marker (see
each of next 2 sts] around. (9 sc) Pattern Notes). (20 sc)
Stuff Candle with fiberfill, sew
Rnds 824: Sc in each sc around. Flame to center top of Candle Rnd 2: Sc in each sc around.
Rnd 25: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in and sew Candleholder to bottom Rnds 315: Rep rnd 2.
next st] around. (6 sc) of Candle.
Rnd 16: [Sc dec (see Stitch Guide)
Rnd 26: [Sc dec in next 2 sts] FINISHING in next 2 sc, sc in each of next 3 sc]
3 times, leaving a 6-inch length, around. (16 sc)
fasten off. (3 sc) With rem length of green, sew Hat
to top of Body. Rnd 17: Rep rnd 2.
Sew opening at top of Hat closed.
Using photo as a guide and Rnd 18: [Sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in
Bend Hat at rnd 8 and using leaving sp for Eyes, sew Snout each of next 2 sc] around. (12 sc)
rem length of red yarn from color to Body. Sew Eyes to Body just
change at end of rnd 2, sew top Rnd 19: Rep rnd 2.
above Snout.
portion of Hat to the sts on rnd 3. Rnd 20: [Sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in
Sew an Ear to each side of Body next sc] around. (8 sc)
HAT BALL just below brim of Hat.
Rnd 21: Rep rnd 2.
Rnd 1: With green, form a slip Using rem length of yarn at base
ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring, close ring, of each paw, sew 1 side of Candle-
place stitch marker. (6 sc) holder to each paw. Continued on page 107

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Holiday Table Runner CENTER


Row 1: Ch 177, dc in 4th ch
Design by Lucille LaFlamme
from hook (first 3 chs count as
first dc) and in each ch across,
INTERMEDIATE
TABLE RUNNER turn. (175 dc)
Row 2: Ch 3, dc in each st across,
FINISHED SIZE MOTIF turn.
141/2 x 401/2 inches Make 12. Row 3: Ch 3, dc in each of next
MATERIALS Rnd 1: Ch 5, sl st in first ch to 4 sts, sk next 2 dc, shell (see Spe-
DMC Baroque Crochet form ring, ch 3, dc in ring, ch 2, cial Stitches), sk next 2 sts, dc in
Cotton size 10 crochet [2 dc in ring, ch 2] 7 times, join next st, sk next 2 sts, shell in next
cotton (400 yds per skein): (see Pattern Notes) in 3rd ch of st, [ch 3, sk next 3 sts, sc in next st,
8 skeins #001 white beg ch-3. (8 ch sps, 16 dc) ch 3, sk next 3 sts, shell in next st,
Size 6/1.80mm steel crochet sk next 2 sts, dc in next st, sk next
Rnd 2: Sl st across into first ch sp,
hook or size needed to 2 sts, shell in next st] across, end-
beg 3-tr cl (see Special Stitches)
obtain gauge ing with sk next 2 sts, dc in each of
in same ch sp, [ch 5, 3-tr cl (see
GAUGE Special Stitches)] in each ch sp last 5 sts, turn.
8 dc = 1 inch; 4 dc rows = 1 inch around, join in 4th ch of beg ch-4. Row 4: Ch 3, dc in each of next
Rnd 3: Ch 4, (tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in beg 4 sts, shell in ch sp of next shell,
3-tr cl, ch 5, *(tr, {ch 1, tr} twice) sk dc of shell, dc in next dc, shell
PATTERN NOTES in next 3-tr cl, ch 5**, (2 tr, ch 3, 2 in ch sp of next shell, *[ch 3, sc in
Join with slip stitch as indicated tr) in next 3-tr cl, ch 5, rep from * next ch sp] twice, ch 3, shell in
unless otherwise stated. around, ending last rep at **, join ch sp of next shell, sk dc of shell,
in 4th ch of beg ch-4. dc in next dc, shell in ch sp of next
Chain-4 at beginning of row or shell, rep from * across, ending
round counts as first treble crochet Rnd 4: Ch 4, *2 tr in next st, ch 5, with sk next 2 sts, dc in each of
unless otherwise stated. 2 tr in next st, tr in next st, ch 6, last 5 sts, turn.
Chain-3 at beginning of row or tr in next st, [tr in next ch sp, tr in
next st] twice, ch 6**, tr in next tr, Row 5: Ch 3, dc in each of next
round counts as first double 4 sts, shell in ch sp of next shell,
crochet unless otherwise stated. rep from * around, ending last rep
at **, join in 4th ch of beg ch-4. sk dc of shell, dc in next dc, shell
SPECIAL STITCHES in ch sp of next shell, [ch 3, sk first
Rnd 5: Ch 4, tr in each of next ch-3 sp, sc in next ch sp, ch 3, shell
Beginning 3 treble crochet 2 sts, *ch 3, (3 tr, ch 7, 3 tr) in cen- in ch sp of next shell, sk dc of shell,
cluster (beg 3-tr cl): Ch 4 (see ter ch of next ch sp, ch 3, tr in each dc in next dc, shell in ch sp of next
Pattern Notes), holding back last lp of next 3 tr, ch 7, sk next 2 sts, sc shell] across, ending with sk next
of each st on hook, 2 tr in same ch in next st, ch 7, sk next 2 tr of tr 2 sts, dc in each of last 5 sts, turn.
sp, yo, pull through all lps on hook. group**, tr in each of next 3 tr, rep
from * around, ending last rep at Rows 649: [Rep rows 4 and 5
3 treble crochet cluster (3-tr alternately] 22 times.
cl): Holding back last lp of each st **, join in 4th ch of beg ch-4.
on hook, 3 tr as indicated, yo, pull Rnd 6: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc Row 50: Ch 3, dc in each of next
through all lps on hook. in each of next 2 sts, *3 dc in next 6 sts, [sk next ch-1 sp, dc in each
ch sp, dc in each of next 3 sts, 9 dc of next 5 sts, sk next ch-1 sp, dc in
Shell: (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) as indi- each of next 2 sts, 2 dc in next ch-3
cated. in next ch sp (corner), dc in each of
next 3 sts, 3 dc in next ch sp, dc in sp, dc in next st, 2 dc in next ch-3
Picot: Ch 3, sl st in last st. each of next 3 sts, 7 dc in next ch-7 sp, dc in each of next 2 sts] across,
sp, dc in next st, 7 dc in next ch-7 ending with dc in each of last 7 sts,
sp**, dc in each of next 3 sts, rep sk ch-1 sps, turn.
from * around, ending last rep at Row 51: Ch 3, dc in each st across.
**, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
Fasten off.

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Add an elegant touch to your
holiday display with this
beautiful thread runner that
features lacy snowflake motifs
at each end, separated by a
pretty allover lacy pattern.

ASSEMBLY EDGING Rnd 2: Ch 1, (sc, {picotsee


Holding 2 Motifs RS tog, beg in Rnd 1: Now working in rnds, join Special Stitches, sc} 3 times) in
5th dc of Motif corner, working with sl st in top right corner st of first ch sp, sc in next st, *[ch 1, sc
through both thicknesses and in first Motif, ch 5 (counts as first dc in next ch sp, sc in next st, picot]
back lps (see Stitch Guide), sc in and ch-2), (dc, {ch 2, dc} twice) in across to corner, sc in first dc of
each st across to 5th dc of next same st, *[ch 2, sk next 2 sts, dc corner**, picot, sc in next ch sp, sc
corner. Fasten off. in next st] across to next corner in next dc, (sc, {picot, sc} 3 times) in
st**, (dc, {ch 2, dc} 3 times) in next next ch sp, sc in next dc, sc in next
Rep until you have joined 6 Motifs sp, sc in next dc, picot, rep from *
as shown in photo. corner st, rep from * around, end-
ing last rep at **, ch 2, dc in first around, ending last rep at **, join
Working in same manner, join corner ch sp, ch 2, join in 3rd ch of in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. CW
6 Motifs to each end of Center. beg ch-5.

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Popout Belly Crocheted in size

Snowman 3 thread, this cute


snowman with its
unusual construction
Design by Jennifer E. Ryan will make a fun
addition to your
CONFIDENT
Christmas tree.
BEGINNER

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
21/4 inches wide across Belly x
31/2 inches tall
MATERIALS
Lizbeth size 3 crochet cotton
(120 yds/50g per ball):
1 ball each #601 white,
#604 black, #663 bright
turquoise dark and
#695 bright orange
Size 8/1.50mm steel crochet hook
Embroidery needle
Small amount of coordinating felt

GAUGE
Gauge is not necessary for
this project.

PATTERN NOTES working in both lps, sc in last


4 sts. Turn.
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first and next
3 sts, working in back lp (see 4" end
Join with slip stitch as indicated Stitch Guide), sc in next st, now
unless otherwise stated. working in both lps, sc in last
SPECIAL STITCH 4 sts. Turn.
Single crochet join (sc join): Rows 47: Rep Rows 2 and 3
Place slip knot on hook, insert alternately.
hook in indicated st, yo and pull up Scallops: Leave ring
a lp, yo and draw through both lps
on hook. With RS facing, [ch 1, dtr (see loose until
stitches are
Stitch Guide)] 7 times in front lp made.
ORNAMENT of 5th st in Row 7, ch 1, sl st in
end of Row, *[ch 1, dtr] 7 times in Slip Ring

BELLY unworked lp of 5th st in next row,


ch 1, sl st in end of next row*, rep Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in next
With white, ch 10. from * to * in Rows 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1. st] around. (18 sc)
Row 1 (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from Fasten off. Rnd 4: Sc in each st around.
hook and in each ch across.
Turn. (9 sc) HEAD Neck Tab:
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first and next Rnd 1: With white, work 6 sc in Turn Head so WS is facing.
3 sts, working in front lp (see a slip ring (see illustration).
Stitch Guide), sc in next st, now Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sc) Continued on page 99

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Lighted Ornament Garland draw up lp, [yo, draw through


2 lps] twice, rep from * once, yo,
Design by Joyce Geisler draw through all 3 lps on hook.

PATTERN NOTES ORNAMENT


EASY
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses. FIRST HALF
FINISHED MEASUREMENT
Ball ornament: 2 inches in Each ornament requires 26 yards Rnd 1: Ch 8, join (see Pattern
diameter crochet cotton. Notes) in first ch to form a ring,
ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), dc in
MATERIALS Join with slip stitch as indicated ring, (ch 1, dc in ring) 10 times,
Aunt Lydias Classic Crochet unless otherwise stated. ch 1, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4.
size 10 crochet cotton Chain-4 at beginning of round (12 ch-1 sps, 12 dc)
(400 yds per ball): counts as first double crochet and Rnd 2: Sl st in ch-1 sp, beg shell
1 ball #226 natural chain-1 unless otherwise stated. (see Special Stitches) in same ch-1
Size 7/1.65mm steel crochet sp, sc in next ch-1 sp, [shell (see
hook or size needed to SPECIAL STITCHES
Special Stitches) in next ch-1 sp,
obtain gauge Beginning shell (beg shell): sc in next ch-1 sp] around, join in
2-inch plastic foam ball cut (Ch 3counts as first dc, 2 dc, 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (6 shells, 6 sc)
in half ch 2, 3 dc) in indicated sp.
Plastic wrap Rnd 3: Sl st in next ch-2 sp, beg
Shell: (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in indi- shell in same ch-2 sp, ch 3, [shell in
Fabric stiffener cated sp.
Fabric glue ch-2 sp of next shell, ch 3] around,
Soft toothbrush Cluster (cl): *Yo hook twice, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (6 shells,
Mini-size light string insert hook in next ch-5 sp, yo, 6 ch-3 sps)

GAUGE
3 rnds = 1 inch; shell = 5/16 inch tall x
1/2 inch wide
Rnd 4: Sl st in next ch-2 sp, beg Rnds 25: Rep rnds 36 of over join and glue in place. Tie
shell in same ch-2 sp, ch 5, [shell in First Half. and knot ribbon close to Ball. Knot
ch-2 sp of next shell, ch 5] around, ends securely to make hanging
join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (6 shells, SHAPE BALL loop as shown in photo. CW
6 ch-5 sps) Cover plastic foam half-ball with
Rnd 5: Sl st in next ch-2 sp, beg plastic wrap. Saturate First Half
shell in same ch-2 sp, ch 5, sc piece with fabric stiffener (do not
around 2 ch sps of previous rnds squeeze out excess fabric stiffener).
directly below, ch 5, [shell in ch-2 sp Place saturated First Half piece
of next shell, ch 5, sc around 2 ch over plastic foam half-ball. Make
sps of previous rnds directly below, sure bottom edge is as straight as
ch 5] around, join in 3rd ch of beg possible. Rep with 2nd Half piece.
ch-3. (6 shells, 12 ch-5 sps, 6 sc) When pieces are completely dry,
remove them from forms. Brush
Rnd 6: Sl st in next ch-2 sp, over pieces with a dry toothbrush
ch 1, sc in same ch-2 sp, ch 5, to remove leftover residue on the
cl (see Special Stitches), ch 5, [sc in pieces. Run narrow bead of fabric
next ch-2 sp, ch 5, cl, ch 5] around, glue around each edge. Matching
join in beg sc. Fasten off. (12 ch-5 sts, press pieces tog. Allow to dry
sps, 6 cls, 6 sc) completely. Slip open end of Orna-
2ND HALF ment (on 2nd Half) over lightbulb
on mini-light string. Add ribbon
Rnd 1: Ch 15, join in first ch to or ornament hanger. Do not leave
form a ring, beg shell in ring, sc unattended.
in ring, [shell in ring, sc in ring]
5 times, join in 3rd ch of beg shell. To make single ornament, wrap
(6 shells, 6 sc) 3/8-inch-wide ribbon around Ball

String this pretty garland along your mantel or on the tree. Crocheted with size 10 thread and
stiffened over foam balls, this pattern can also be used to make individual ornaments.
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Mr. Snowy HAT


Rnd 1: Beg at top with black, ch 30,
Design by Jackie Daugherty
join (see Pattern Notes) to form ring,
sc in each ch around. (30 sc)
EASY Rnds 26: Sc in each sc around.
4" end
Rnd 7: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
FINISHED MEASUREMENT each of next 8 sts] around. (27 sc)
5 inches tall
Rnd 8: Sc in each sc around.
MATERIALS Rnd 9: Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
Red Heart Super Saver each of next 11 sts, sc dec in next
medium (worsted) weight 2 sts, sc in each of last 12 sts,
acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/ fasten off. (25 sc)
198g per skein): Leave ring
1 skein each #311 white, loose until Hat Brim
stitches are
#312 black, #319 cherry red made. Rnd 1: With black, ch 24, join
and #254 pumpkin to form ring, sc in each ch around.
Size 7/4.5 mm crochet hook or Slip Ring
(24 sc)
size needed to obtain gauge
Removable stitch marker Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 2: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
Fiberfill (12 sc) of next 2 sts] around. (32 sc)
Tapestry needle Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in next Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
Small amounts of artificial greens st] around. (18 sc) of next 3 sts] around, fasten
Craft glue off. (40 sc)
Monofilament for hanging Rnd 4: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
(optional) of next 2 sts] around. (24 sc) Hat Top
Rnd 5: [2 sc in next st, sc in each Rnd 1: With black, make slip ring,
GAUGE of next 3 sts] around. (30 sc) 6 sc in ring, pull end to close ring,
Rnds 13 = 11/2 inches in diameter do not join, place marker. (6 sc)
Rnd 6: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
of next 4 sts] around. (36 sc) Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around.
PATTERN NOTES Rnds 710: Sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Weave in loose ends as work (36 sc) Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in next
progresses. Rnd 11: [Sc dec (see Stitch Guide) st] around. (18 sc)
Work in continuous rounds; do not in next 2 sts, sc in each of next Rnd 4: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
join or turn. 4 sts] around. (30 sc) of next 2 sts] around. (24 sc)
Mark first stitch of round. Rnd 12: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in Rnd 5: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
each of next 3 sts] around. (24 sc) of next 3 sts] around, fasten
Join with slip stitch unless other- off. (30 sc)
wise stated. Rnd 13: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
each of next 2 sts] around. (18 sc) Hat Band
Leave long tails when fastening
off to use when finishing. Rnd 14: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in With red, ch 26, working in back
next st] around. (12 sc) bar of ch (see illustration), sc in
ORNAMENT Stuff Head firmly with fiberfill. 2nd ch from hook and each rem
Rnd 15: [Sc dec 2 sts tog] around. ch across, fasten off. (25 sc)
HEAD Leaving long tail, fasten off. (6 sc)
Rnd 1: With white, make slip Thread long tail through last sts
ring (see illustration), 6 sc in ring, on Head and pull to close and
pull end to close ring, do not secure end.
join, place marker (see Pattern
Notes). (6 sc) Back Bar of Chain

Continued on page 110

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You'll find yourself making
more than one of this
snowman with his jaunty
top hat and cute carrot
nose! Set one at each
place setting during your
holiday meal for guests
to take home as a
special little gift.
HOLIDAY HOME & HEARTH

"Snow" Much Fun Set


Designs by Terry Day
Row 16: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc,
sc in next sc, sc dec in next 2 sc.
Fasten off. (3 sc)

PATTERN NOTES Thumb


EASY
Weave in loose ends as work Row 1: With WS facing, join (see
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS progresses. Pattern Notes) green in end sc of
Place Mat: 211/2 inches wide x row 8, sk next sc, 4 dc in next sc,
Join with slip stitch as indicated sk next sc, sl st in same sc as last
141/2 inches tall unless otherwise stated.
Snowman Flatware Holder: sc of row 9 of Mitten, turn. (1 sl st,
6 inches tall Chain-3 at beginning of row 4 dc, 1 sl st)
or round counts as first double Row 2: Do not ch 1, sc in each of
MATERIALS crochet unless otherwise stated. next 4 dc, sl st in same sc as previ-
Red Heart Super Saver Chain-2 at beginning of round ous sl st. Fasten off.
medium (worsted) weight counts as first half double crochet
acrylic yarn (solids: 7 oz/ unless otherwise stated. Cuff
364 yds/198g per skein; prints Make 3.
and multis: 5 oz/236 yds/ Do not join rounds; place stitch
141g per skein): marker and move marker as work Row 1: With size F hook and
1 skein each #672 spring progresses. burgundy, ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from
green, #376 burgundy, hook, sc in each rem ch across,
#312 black, #254 pumpkin, PLACE MAT turn. (10 sc)
#311 white and #3955 Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes),
wildflower MITTEN dc in each sc across, turn. (10 dc)
Red Heart With Love medium Make 3. Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first dc, sc in
(worsted) weight acrylic yarn Row 1: With size F hook and each of next 8 dc, 2 sc in last sc,
(7 oz/370 yds/198g per skein): green, ch 12, sc in 2nd ch from leaving 8-inch length of yarn,
1 skein each #1805 bluebell hook, sc in each rem ch across, fasten off. (12 sc)
and #1814 true blue turn. (11 sc)
Sizes E/4/3.5mm, F/5/3.75mm Button
and H/8/5mm crochet hooks or Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in
each sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last Make 3.
sizes needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle sc, turn. (13 sc) With size F hook and green, ch 2,
Sewing needle Row 3: Rep row 2. (15 sc) 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join in
Black sewing thread first sc. Fasten off.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc across,
11mm black buttons: 6 turn. ASSEMBLY
1/2-inch black oval buttons: 2
1/2-inch light blue glitter Rows 5 & 6: Rep row 4. With burgundy, sew Button to
pompom Row 7: Rep row 2. (17 sc) center of Cuff making an X
1/2-inch light green glitter through center of Button.
Row 8: Rep row 4.
pompom With length of burgundy, em-
Hot-glue gun Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each of next broider 4 straight stitches (see
Stitch marker 13 sc, leaving rem 4 sc unworked illustration) to make snowflake
(for thumb), turn. centered over rows 811 of Mitten.
GAUGE Row 10: Rep row 4.
Size F hook: 4 sc = 1 inch
Size H hook: 5 dc = 11/2 inches; Row 11: Ch 1, sc dec (see Stitch
2 dc rnds = 11/2 inches Guide) in next 2 sc, sc in each sc
across to last 2 sc, sc dec in next B
2 sc, turn. (11 sc)
A
Rows 12 & 13: Rep row 11. (7 sc)
Row 14: Rep row 4.
Row 15: Rep row 11. (5 sc) Straight Stitch

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Add a touch of whimsy to a
Christmas morning meal with this
cute set. The Snowman flatware
holder can double as a gift-card
holder or ornament too!
With length of burgundy, embroi- Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each of next Rnds 25: Ch 3, dc in each dc
der blanket stitch (see illustra- 3 sc, hdc in each of next 6 sc, sc in around, working (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc)
tion) around outer edge of Mitten, each of next 3 sc. Fasten off. in each corner ch-2 sp, join in 3rd
but do not embroider across oppo- ch of beg ch-3. (76 dc, 4 ch-2 sps)
site side of foundation ch. Hatband
Rnd 6: With size E hook, ch 2
Make 2 green & 1 burgundy. (see Pattern Notes), hdc in each
With size F hook, ch 15. Fasten off. dc around, working (2 hdc, ch 2,
2 hdc) in each corner ch-2 sp, join
Nose in beg ch-2. Fasten off.
2 Make 3.
ASSEMBLY
1 3
Row 1: With size F hook and
pumpkin, ch 3 (does not count as With length of matching yarn
dc), sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in color, use running stitch (see
next ch, turn. (2 sc) illustration) to sew Snowman Fac-
Blanket Stitch es centered on true blue Squares
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, and Mittens centered on bluebell
Overlapping row 1 of Mitten, turn.
position row 3 of Cuff on Mitten Squares. When attaching Mittens
and sew in place. Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc, use care to work running stitches
turn. (1 sc) in behind the blanket stitch
SNOWMAN FACE Row 4: Ch 1, sc in sc, leaving around edge of Mitten so as not to
Make 3. 8-inch length, fasten off. distort the decorative edging.
Rows 18: With size F hook Mouth
and white, rep rows 18 of 3 2 1
Mitten. (17 sc) Make 3.
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, Cut 4-inch length of black, tie
turn. double knot in each end of strand.
Trim ends close to knot. Running Stitch
Row 10: Rep row 9.
Row 11: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc, ASSEMBLY
Lay out Squares left to right as
sc in each sc across to last 2 sc, sc Sew ends of Hatband to Hat follows for Place Mat:
dec in next 2 sc, turn. (15 sc) between rows 2 and 3; secure
rem of Hatband with glue. With First row: Snowman Face with
Rows 12 & 13: Rep row 11. (11 sc) green Hatband, Mitten and Snow-
length of white, embroider straight
Row 14: Rep row 9. stitches for snowflake near end man Face with green Hatband.
Row 15: Rep row 11. (9 sc) of Hatband. 2nd row: Mitten, Snowman Face
Row 16: Rep row 11. Fasten Sew Hat to top of Snowman Face with burgundy Hatband and Mit-
off. (7 sc) overlapping row 16. ten. With WS of Squares tog and
matching yarn whipstitch (see
Hat Sew Nose to center of Face. Leav- illustration) Squares tog in back
ing 1/2-inch sp between eyes, sew lp (see Stitch Guide) of each st.
Make 3. 2 11mm black buttons centered on
Row 1: With size F hook and rows 12 and 13.
black, ch 21, sc in 2nd ch from Glue Mouth centered between
hook, sc in each rem ch across, rows 37. Allow all glued sections
turn. (20 sc) time to dry.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across,
fasten off, turn. SQUARES

Row 3: Sk first 4 sc of row 2, join Make 3 each bluebell &


black with sc in next sc, sc in each true blue.
of next 11 sc, leaving rem 4 sc Rnd 1: With size F hook, ch 4,
unworked, turn. (12 sc) join to form a ring, ch 3, 2 dc in Whipstitch Edges
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, ring, [ch 2, 3 dc in ring] 3 times,
turn. join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (12 dc,
4 ch-2 sps)

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Border from * 5 times, yo, draw through all
Rnd 1: With size H hook, join 7 lps on hook. Fasten off.
wildflower with sc in any corner EARMUFF BAND
ch-2 sp, 2 sc in same ch-2 sp, work-
ing in back lp of each st, sc in each With size F hook and green, ch 12.
st around outer edge of Place Mat, Fasten off.
working 3 sc in each rem corner HEAD & BODY ASSEMBLY
ch-2 sp, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
[With white, whipstitch Head and
Rnd 2: Join green with sc in cen- Body tog across 9 sc to form neck
ter corner sc, 2 sc in same sc, [sk area] 4 times, set 2nd4th Head
next sc, 3 sc in next sc] around and Body sections aside.
entire outer edge of Place Mat,
adjusting sts as needed to work Working on the Head and Body
3 sc in each center corner sc, join front, with length of black, embroi-
in beg sc. Fasten off. der French knot (see illustration)
for eyes, wrapping yarn 5 times
SNOWMAN FLATWARE around needle and centered
HOLDER between rnds 2 and 3 of Head
with 1/4-inch sp between eyes.
HEAD B. Starting at halfway point
Make 4. of right edge of Head, working
Rnd 1: With size F hook and through front 2 thicknesses of
white, ch 2 (does not count as hdc), Head only, whipstitch to opposite
2 side of Head halfway around;
8 sc in ring, place stitch marker 1
(see Pattern Notes). C. Now working through all 4
Rnd 2: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next thicknesses, whipstitch down rem
sc] around. (12 sc) French Knot portion of Head around entire
Body and up Head to beg point of
Rnds 3 & 4: Rep rnd 2. (27 sc) front section.
Rnd 5: Rep rnd 2, sl st in next sc. For nose, with pumpkin, embroider
French knot, wrapping yarn D. Now working on rem 2 back
Fasten off. (40 sc) sections of Head, working through
4 times around needle and cen-
BODY tered on rnd 1. Use photo as guide both thicknesses, whipstitch across
for placement of facial features sts to join at left edge, knot to
Make 4. secure, fasten off rem length.
and oval buttons. Cut length
Rnds 14: Rep rnds 14 of of black 3 inches long, tie knot Glue Earmuff Band to top edge
Head. (27 sc) on each end, adjusting knots so of Head, making sure edges are
Rnd 5: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in mouth is 13/4 inches long. Glue even and it is centered on top half
next sc] around. (40 sc) mouth in smiling shape between of Head, using a small thin line of
Rnd 6: Sc in each sc around, sl st rnds 2 and 3 centered below nose. glue around edges of band. Allow
in next sc. Fasten off. (40 sc) With needle and thread, sew oval glue to dry. Sew Earmuff to each
buttons centered to front of Body side of Head overlapping end of
SCARF leaving 3/8-inch sp between buttons. Earmuff Band slightly. Apply glue
With size F hook and wildflower, Work the following steps to join to front underside of Earmuff and
ch 45, hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc all 4 Body and Head sections. The hold in place for a moment so that
in each rem ch across. Fasten off. top opening is formed to insert the Earmuff tilts toward face.
flatware in pocket formed at top Tie Scarf around neck and secure
EARMUFF of head. to front of Body with glue on back
Make 2. A. Position first 2 Head and Body of Scarf sections about halfway
With size F hook and wildflower, sections tog with face facing up down. Glue a pompom to each end
ch 4, *yo twice, insert hook in 4th ch and WS tog. Position rem 3rd and of Scarf.
from hook, yo, draw up lp, [yo, draw 4th Head and Body section tog Insert flatware in pocket through
through 2 lps on hook] twice, rep with WS tog. the top of the Snowman. CW

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Delicate Angel
Ornament
Design by Jennifer E. Ryan

EASY

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
31/2 inches wide x 4 inches tall

MATERIALS
Lizbeth size 10 crochet
cotton (122 yds per ball):
1 ball each #601 white
and #670 Victorian red
Size 8/1.50mm steel
crochet hook
Embroidery needle
Fabric stiffener
Wax paper
Craft glue
Stitch marker

GAUGE
Gauge not necessary for this
project.

PATTERN NOTES
Weave in loose ends as work
progresses.
Join with slip stitch as indicated Using paper quilling as her inspiration, our designer crocheted this
unless otherwise stated. pretty, delicate angel using size 10 thread. The pieces are stiffened
Do not join rounds unless other- and bent into shape to create the flowing skirt and wings.
wise stated. Use stitch marker
to mark beginning of rounds and
move marker each round as
work progresses. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sl st in each of next TOP WING
Chain-3 at beginning of row counts 5 chs, ch 21, sk next 16 chs, sl st in Make 2.
as first double crochet unless each of last 5 chs, sl st in first sl st.
Rnds 1 & 2: Rep rnds 1 and 2
otherwise stated. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sl st in each of next of Skirt.
5 sl sts, sl st in each of next 5 chs,
ORNAMENT ch 21, sk next 16 chs, sl st in each Rnd 3: Ch 1, sl st in first 5 sl sts,
of next 5 chs, sl st in each of next sc in each of next 10 chs, (2 hdc,
SKIRT PANEL 5 sl sts. Fasten off. ch 2, 2 hdc) around next ch, sc in
each of next 10 chs, join in beg
Make 3. Rnd 4: With RS facing join with sl st. Fasten off.
Rnd 1 (RS): With white, ch 21, sl st in beg of last ch sp, sc in each
join (see Pattern Notes) in first ch of next 10 chs, (2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc)
Continued on page 95
to form lp. around next ch, sc in each of next
10 chs. Fasten off.

92 CROCHET WORLD PRESENTS HANDMADE CROCHET HOLIDAYS AUTUMN 2017


Santa & Elf Hot Pads Rnd 1: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), sk ch-5 sp, sc in next sc, ch 5, sc
Continued from page 21 sc in each st halfway around foun- in each of next 2 sc, rep from *
dation rnd, change color and con- around, do not join. At the end of
tinue to sc around, join in 2nd ch rnd 47, sl st in next sc, fasten off.
With white, sc opening closed as of beg ch-2, turn. (160 sc)
follows. Match up first ch-5 lp on FACIAL FEATURES
opposite sides of opening and align Rnds 243: Ch 2, sc in each st
halfway around (80 sts), change Rep Nose with light peach, Mouth,
top and bottom of sc rnd. Holding Pupils and Eyes as for Santa
top and bottom tog, attach white color, sc in each st halfway around
(80 sts), sl st in 2nd ch of beg ch-2 Hot Pad.
through first pair of sc, sc tog.
Advance to next pair of sc and sc to join, change color, turn. Fasten HOLLY BERRIES
them tog. Work along opening sk off peach and myrtle green after
last rnd. Make 3.
the ch-5 lps adjusting tension so
the seam lies flat. Fasten off. Rnd 44 (RS): Join gold in same st Rnd 1: With red, ch 4, join in first
as ending of previous rnd, ch 1, ch to form a ring, ch 2, 7 sc in ring,
ELF HOT PAD [sc in each of next 3 sc, ch 5] join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2. Fasten
around, do not join. off. (8 sc)
Foundation: With peach beg
at center, *ch 40, sl st in first ch Rnd 45: Sk ch-1, sc in each of HOLLY LEAF
from hook, sl st in each ch across, next 3 sc, *holding ch-5 sp forward Make 2.
change color (see Stitch Guide and sk ch-5 sp, sc in next sc, ch 5,
sc in each of next 2 sc, rep from * Rnd 1 (RS): With forest green,
and Pattern Notes), to myrtle green, ch 25, sc in 2nd ch from hook,
drop peach, rep from *, join (see around, do not join.
*hdc in each of next 2 chs, dc in
Pattern Notes), in first ch, change Rnds 46 & 47: Sc in each of next each of next 2 chs, tr in each of
color to peach, turn. (80 chs) 3 sc, *holding ch-5 sp forward and next 2 chs, dc in each of next 2 chs,

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hdc in each of next 2 chs, sc in each
of next 2 chs hdc in each of next
2 chs, dc in each of next 2 chs, tr
in each of next 2 chs, dc in each
of next 2 chs, hdc in each of next
2 chs**, 3 sc in last ch, working on
opposite side of foundation ch, rep
from *, ending last rep at **, sc in
last ch, change color to gold, do
not turn.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each st around
outer edge of Leaf, join in beg sc,
now working up center of Leaf to
form vein of Leaf, holding gold on
WS, with hook and rem lp on hook Place Nose 3 rnds above Mouth, opposite sides of opening and align
on RS, [insert hook in center of with rem length, sew in place. top and bottom of sc rnd. Holding
next foundation ch, draw up a lp Stretch Eye in wide oval. Position top and bottom tog, attach gold
and draw through st on hook] Pupil at lower edge and sew in through first pair of sc, sc tog.
15 times. Fasten off. place. Sew Eye in place. Rep with Advance to next pair of sc and sc
2nd Eye. them tog. Work along opening sk
FINISHING the ch-5 lps adjusting tension so
With gold, sc opening closed as the seam lies flat. Fasten off. CW
Fold Magic Square according to follows. Match up first ch-5 lp on
illustration.
Cut and insert optional padding.

/2"

/2"
White with Loops
With sewing needle and thread,

1
tack padding in place so it doesnt

2"
shift when laundered.

3"
Using photo as a guide for place-
O
1

2"
ment, stretch Mouth in a wide
pe
nd

1"
ni
R

Round 1-Fold
ng

oval. Thread rem length on tapes-


try needle. Using photo as a guide, 9"
position Mouth centered on lower
Santa Hot Pad
portion of face and sew in place. Santa & Elf Hot Pad Body of Santa Hot Pad before
Magic Square Folding Illustration folding Magic Square

Wine Bottle Cover Rnds 726: Ch 1, sc in first ch sp, Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first ch sp, [ch 5,
Continued from page 13 [ch 5, sc in next ch sp] around, ch 2, sc in next ch sp] around, ch 2, dc in
dc in first sc to form last ch-5 sp. beg sc to form last ch-5 sp.
Rnd 4: Working this rnd in back Rnd 27: Ch 1, 3 sc in first ch sp, Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in first ch sp, ch 1,
lps (see Stitch Guide), ch 1, sc 5 sc in each ch sp around, 2 sc in (dc, ch 1) 5 times in next sc, [sc in
in each st around, join in beg same ch sp as beg sc, join in beg next ch sp, ch 1, (dc, ch 1) 5 times
sc. (48 sc) sc. (60 sc) in next sc] around, join in beg sc.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in each st around, (120 ch-1 sps)
RUFFLE
join in beg sc. Rnd 4: Sl st in first ch sp, ch 3,
Rnd 1: With size C hook, ch 1, sc [sl st in next ch sp, ch 3] around,
Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in first st, [ch 5, sk in first st, [ch 5, sk next 2 sts, sc in
next 3 sts, sc in next st] 11 times, join in beg sl st. Fasten off.
next st] around to last 2 sts, ch 2,
ch 2, sk last 3 sts, dc in first sc to sk last 2 sts, dc in beg sc to form Weave ribbon through ch sps of
form last ch-5 sp. (12 ch sps) last ch-5 sp. (20 ch sps) rnd 26, tie ends in a bow. CW

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Fox Hat & Scarf Set
Continued from page 57

Rnd 12: Ch 1, [sc in next st, sc


dec in next 2 sts] around, join in
beg sc. (16 sts)
Rnd 13: Ch 1, [sc dec in next 2 sts]
around, join in beg sc, leaving
12-inch length, fasten off. (8 sts)
Sew opening closed.
NOSE
Row 1: With black, ch 5, sc in EYES
2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem
ch across, turn. (4 sc) With black embroider Eyes
21/2 inches apart over rnd 15
Rows 2 & 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc with straight stitches.
across, turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, [sc dec in next 2 sc] EARS
twice, leaving 8-inch length of yarn, Rep Ears the same as for
fasten off. Scarf. Sew Ears between
Sew Nose over rnds 911. rnds 112 of Crown. CW

Delicate Angel Ornament next 3 dc, ch 2, sl st in same st as


Continued from page 92 last dc of dec (first lobe), sl st in
next dc, ch 2, dc dec in next 3 dc,
BOTTOM WING ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc of
4" end dec (2nd lobe). Fasten off.
Make 2.
Rnd 1: Ch 11, join to form a lp. FINISHING

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sl st in first ch, sl st Steam-block pieces and let dry


in each of next 2 chs, ch 11, sk next completely. Thoroughly saturate
5 chs, sl st in first sl st. Fasten off. Skirt Panels and Wing pieces in
fabric stiffener. Place on wax pa-
HEAD per and arrange sps even. Let dry
Leave ring
Rnd 1: With white leaving a loose until completely.
2-inch length at beg, make a slip stitches are Using photo as a guide, glue
made.
ring (see illustration), 6 sc in slip 3 Skirt Panel pieces tog overlap-
ring, place marker (see Pattern Slip Ring ping slightly.
Notes). Pull beg length gently to Glue Top and Bottom Wing
close opening. with red, ch 4, 2 dc in 4th ch from pieces tog.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. hook (3 sk chs count as first dc),
turn. (3 dc) Glue Wings to Skirt at center.
(12 sc)
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), Glue Head on top of Wings.
Rnd 3: Rep rnd 2, sl st in next sc.
Fasten off. (24 sc) dc in same st as beg ch-3, 2 dc in Glue Heart just below Head.
each of next 2 dc, turn. (6 dc) For hanger, glue a length of white
HEART Row 3: Ch 2, beg in same st as beg to back of Head. CW
Row 1: Beg at bottom of Heart, ch-2, dc dec (see Stitch Guide) in

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Chelsea Cabled Set B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, mark first and last st on hook,
Continued from page 27 [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] leave markers in place until
28 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through Resume Hand, leaving rem sts
2 lps on hook] 7 times. unworked (15 lps on hook);
Row 2: Sk first st, working in
back lps (see Stitch Guide), sl st Row 6: B. work lps off hook.
in each st across, turn. (6 sts) A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, Thumb
Row 3: Working in back lps, sl st 2 TKS, [3 TPS, inc] twice,
16 TPS, TSS in last st (38 lps Rows 1317:
in each st across, sl st in next st on
row 1 of Hat, turn. on hook); A. TPS in each st across to last st,
B. work lps off hook. TSS in last st (15 lps on hook);
Next rows: Rep rows 2 and 3
alternately around Hat. At end Row 7: B. work lps off hook.
of last row, leaving long end, A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, Row 18:
fasten off. 2 TKS, 3 TPS, inc, 5 TPS, inc, A. TPS in each st across to last st,
With long end and working in back 16 TPS, TSS in last st (40 lps TSS in last st;
lp of last row and front lp of first on hook); B. *[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
row, sew row 1 and last row of B. work lps off hook. 5 times, yo, pull through 3 lps on
Ribbing tog. hook, rep from *.
Row 8:
MITTENS A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, Row 19:
2 TKS, 3 TPS, inc, 7 TPS, inc, A. TPS in each st across to last st,
RIGHT MITTEN 16 TPS, TSS in last st (42 lps TSS in last st (12 lps on hook);
Row 1: With Tunisian hook, on hook); B. [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
loosely ch 32, B. work lps off hook. 9 times, yo, pull through 3 lps
A. working in back bar of ch Row 9: on hook.
(see illustration), holding all lps A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, Bind off as if to TKS. Leaving
on hook, pick up lp in 2nd ch 2 TKS, 3 TPS, inc, 9 TPS, inc, 12-inch end, fasten off.
from hook and in each ch across 16 TPS, TSS in last st (44 lps
(32 lps on hook); Resume Hand
on hook);
B. work lps off hook (see Special Row 12: Slide 15 sts from holder
B. work lps off hook. onto hook, working under both
Stitches).
Row 10: marked sts of Thumb at same
Rows 2 & 3: time, join in marked sts,
A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
A. 2 TKS (see Special Stitches), 2 TKS, 3 TPS, inc, 11 TPS, inc, A. 16 TPS, TSS in last st (34 lps
2 TPS (see Special Stitches), 16 TPS, TSS in last st (46 lps on hook);
4 TKS, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, 18 TPS, on hook);
TSS (see Special Stitches) in B. work lps off hook.
last st; B. work lps off hook. Rows 1316:
B. work lps off hook. Row 11: A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
Row 4: Beg thumb gusset; A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, cable cross, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, 20 TPS, TSS in last st;
2 TKS, 3 TPS, inc, 13 TPS, inc, B. work lps off hook.
A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, 16 TPS, TSS in last st (48 lps
2 TKS, 2 TPS, inc (see Special on hook); Row 17:
Stitches), 1 TPS, inc, 15 TPS, A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, cable cross, 2 TPS,
TSS in last st (34 lps on hook); B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook,
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] 2 TKS, 20 TPS, TSS in last st;
B. work lps off hook. 40 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook,
Row 5: 2 lps on hook] 7 times. [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, cable cross (see Row 12: Divide sts for Thumb, 26 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through
Special Stitches), 2 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 lps on hook] 7 times.
A. 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
[inc, 1 TPS] twice, 18 TPS, TSS 2 TKS, 3 TPS, place these 16 Rows 1821: Rep row 13.
in last st (36 lps on hook); sts on locking st holder, 15 TPS,

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Row 22: B. work lps off hook. LEFT MITTEN
A. TKSD (see Special Stitches), Row 27: Row 1: With Tunisian hook,
2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, A. TPSD, 2 TKSD, TPSD, TKSD, loosely ch 32,
3 TPS, 2 TPSD (see Special 2 TPSD, 1 TPS, 4 TPSD, TSSD A. working in back bar of ch, hold-
Stitches), 12 TPS, TSSD (see (14 lps on hook); ing all lps on hook, pick up lp in
Special Stitches) (30 lps on hook); 2nd ch from hook and in each ch
B. work lps off hook.
B. work lps off hook. across (32 lps on hook);
Bind off as if to TKS. Leaving
Row 23: 24-inch end, fasten off. B. work lps off hook.
A. 1 TKS, 2 TPS, cable cross, 2 TPS, Sew across top and down side edge. Rows 2 & 3:
2 TKS, 17 TPS, TSS in last st; A. 18 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS,
Rep for Thumb.
B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, TSS in last st;
[yo, pull through 1 lp on hook] Cuff B. work lps off hook.
23 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through Work same as Ribbing on Hat on
2 lps on hook] 6 times. Row 4: Beg thumb gusset,
pages 27 and 96.
Rows 24 & 25: A. 15 TPS, inc, 1 TPS, inc, 2 TPS,
2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
A. 1 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, TSS in last st (34 lps
2 TKS, 17 TPS, TSS in last st; on hook);
B. work lps off hook. B. work lps off hook.
Row 26:
A. TKSD, 1 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
2 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 2 TPSD,
10 TPS, TSSD (26 lps on hook);

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Row 5: Row 11: Rows 1821: Rep row 13.
A. 18 TKS, [inc, 1 TPS] twice, A. 16 TPS, inc, 13 TPS, inc, 3 TPS, Row 22:
2 TKS, 2 TPS, cable cross, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, cable cross, 2 TPS, A. TPSD, 11 TPS, 2 TPSD, 3 TPS,
2 TKS, TSS in last st (36 lps 2 TKS, TSS in last st (48 lps 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
on hook); on hook); 1 TKS, TSSD (30 lps on hook);
B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook, B. work lps off hook.
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
6 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through 6 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through Row 23:
2 lps on hook] 29 times. 2 lps on hook] 41 times. A. 17 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, cable
Row 6: Row 12: Divide sts for Thumb, cross, 2 TPS, 1 TKS, TSS in
last st;
A. 19 TPS, inc, 3 TPS, inc, 2 TKS, A. 16 TPS, place these 17 sts on
2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, TSS locking st holder, 15 TPS, mark B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook,
in last st (38 lps on hook); first and last st on hook, leave [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
markers in place until Resume 5 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through
B. work lps off hook. 2 lps on hook] 24 times.
Hand, leave rem sts unworked
Row 7: (15 lps on hook); Rows 24 & 25:
A. 16 TPS, inc, 5 TPS, inc, 3 TPS, B. work lps off hook. A. 17 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS,
2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, 2 TPS, 1 TKS, TSS in last st;
2 TKS, TSS in last st (40 lps Thumb
on hook); B. work lps off hook.
Work same as Thumb on Right
B. work lps off hook. Mitten. Row 26:
Row 8: A. TKPD, 9 TPS, 2 TPSD, 2 TPS,
Resume Hand 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
A. 16 TPS, inc, 7 TPS, inc, 3 TPS, Row 12: Slide 17 sts from holder TSSD (26 lps on hook);
2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, onto hook, working under both
2 TKS, TSS in last st (42 lps B. work lps off hook.
marked sts of Thumb at same time
on hook); join in marked sts, Row 27:
B. work lps off hook. A. 3 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, A. 7 TPSD, TKSD, TPSD, 2 TKSD,
Row 9: 2 TPS, 2 TKS, TSS in last st TPSD, TSS in last st (14 lps
(34 lps on hook); on hook);
A. 16 TPS, inc, 9 TPS, inc, 3 TPS,
2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS, B. work lps off hook. B. work lps off hook.
2 TKS, TSS in last st (44 lps Rows 1316: Bind off as if to TKS. Leaving
on hook); 24-inch end, fasten off.
A. 20 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS,
B. work lps off hook. 2 TPS, 2 TKS, TSS in last st; Sew across top and down side edge.
Row 10: B. work lps off hook. Rep for Thumb.
A. 16 TPS, inc, 11 TPS, inc, 3 TPS, Row 17: Cuff
2 TKS, 2 TPS, 4 TKS, 2 TPS,
2 TKS, TSS in last st (46 lps A. 20 TPS, 2 TKS, 2 TPS, cable Work same as Ribbing on Hat
on hook); cross, 2 TPS, 2 TKS, TSS in on pages 27 and 96. CW
last st;
B. work lps off hook.
B. yo, pull through 1 lp on hook,
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook]
6 times, ch 1, [yo, pull through
2 lps on hook] 27 times.

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Wiggly Tree Gift Bag Drawstring
Continued from page 16 With doubled strand of snow
white, ch 80. Fasten off.
Rnd 31: Ch 2, Hhdc in same st as
base of beg ch-2 and in each st and FINISHING
4" end
ch-1 sp around, join in first Hhdc. Using photo as a guide, sew Star
(68 Hhdc) and Flowers to Tree.
Rnds 3234: Rep rnd 2. Fasten off. Flatten Bag so joining sl sts at
ends of rnds are at side edge.
Star With RS of Bag facing, sew Tree
With lemon, make a slip ring (see to center of Bag.
illustration). With WS of Bag facing and work-
Leave ring
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 5 sc in ring, join in loose until ing through both thicknesses,
first sc. (5 sc) stitches are join white to first st at bottom
Rnd 2: [Ch 2, dc dec (see Stitch
made. edge, ch 1, sc in each st across.
Guide) in st just worked and next Slip Ring Fasten off.
st, ch 2, sl st in last st worked] Turn Bag to RS and weave Draw-
around. Fasten off. (5 points) string through ch-1 sps at top
Rnd 1: Ch 1, (dc, ch 1, sl st) in of Bag. CW
Flower
same st as join, [(sl st, ch 1, dc,
Make 5. ch 1, sl st) in next st] around.
With really red, make a slip ring. (5 petals)

Popout Belly Snowman Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across.


Continued from page 82 Turn. (7 sc)
Rows 46: Rep Row 3.
2
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in next 2 sts, leave Edging rnd: Sl st around entire 1
rem sts unworked. Turn. (2 sc) Hat adding a ch-1 at each outer
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. corner, join (see Pattern Notes) in
Turn. first sl st. Fasten off. French Knot

Row 3: Rep Row 2. Fasten off. SCARF Embroider small backstitches


Nose: With turquoise, ch 3. (see illustration) for mouth.
With orange, ch 3. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch and next ch.
Turn. (2 sc)
Row 1: Sc in 2nd and 3rd ch from
hook. Turn. (2 sc) Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. 3
1 2
Turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc dec (see Stitch
Guide) in 2 sc. Turn. Rows 327: Rep Row 2. Fasten off.
Row 3: Ch 1, sl st in st. Fasten off. ASSEMBLY & FINISHING Backstitch

HAT 1. Sew Neck Tab to inside of Belly


allowing 1 row of Neck Tab to 5. Wrap Scarf around Neck and
With black, ch 12. protrude from Belly. sew in place.
Row 1 (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from 2. Sew Row 7 to Row 1 of Belly to
hook and in each ch across. Fasten 6. With black, form a hanging lp of
form a tube underneath scallops. desired length and glue to back
off. (11 sc)
3. Using photo as a guide, sew Hat of Head.
Row 2: With RS facing, sc join and Nose to Head.
(see Special Stitch) in 3rd st of 7. Cut small circle of felt and glue
Row 1, sc in next 6 sts, leave rem 4. With black, embroider French to back of Head to cover threads
sts unworked, turn. (7 sc) knots (see illustration) for eyes. and add stability. CW

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Magical Snow Queen Set
Continued from page 44

Thread tail through needle and use


to sew end closed. Leave opposite
end of Wand unsewn. (50 sl sts)
SNOWFLAKE
Make 2.
Rnd 1: With E hook and 2 strands
diamond, ch 2, 12 sc in 2nd ch from
hook, join in first sc. (12 sc)
Rnd 2: [Ch 7, hdc in 2nd ch from
hook, hdc in next ch, sl st in next Sew 1 crystal 10mm bead to Upper crown
ch (point made), ch 5, hdc in 2nd each side point joins between Rnd 1: With C hook, join (see
ch from hook, hdc in each of next all 6 spokes. Pattern Notes) 2 strands diamond
2 chs, sl st in next ch (tip made), 3. Place small amount of hot to marked long edge at center back
ch 4, hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc glue on opposite dowel end and seam, ch 1, work 25 sc evenly sp
in next ch, sl st in next ch (point insert into Wand, having top between each marker, join in first
made), hdc in each of last 3 chs of edge slightly under 6th Snow- sc of rnd. (100 sc)
beg ch-7 (spoke completed), sl st in flake spoke. Twist Wand into
same st as beg ch-7, (sl st, ch 2, sl Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each st around,
desired spiral and apply a small join in first sc.
st) in next st (picot), sl st in next amount of hot glue to Wand
st] 6 times ending with last sl st in under Snowflake spoke tip to Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same st as join,
same st as base of beg ch-7. Fasten secure spiral twist. sc in each of next 5 sts, using blue
off diamond. (6 spokes, 6 picots) 12mm beads, add a bead (see
4. Fold various lengths of desired Special Technique), ch 1, sk next
WAND ASSEMBLY ribbons in half, tie a knot around 4 sts, [sc in each of next 6 sts, add
1. Using one strand diamond and center fold with a 12-inch length a bead, ch 1, sk next 4 sts] around,
needle, sew 1 blue 10mm bead of diamond, thread ends through join in first sc of rnd. (60 sc and
centered between points and needle to sew ribbon center un- 10 beads)
tip of each spoke, 1 jingle bell der 6th spoke tip and side edges
of spoke to Wand top. Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in same st as
to Snowflake center, sew side join, using crystal 12mm beads,
points between spokes tog to CROWN add a bead, (do not ch-1), sk 4 sts,
join. Rep for 2nd Snowflake. sc in next st, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in
2. Place Snowflakes WS tog, whip- Ribbing back bar (see illustration) of ch-1
stitch (see illustration) around Row 1: Using 2 strands fun fur behind bead, [sc in next st, add
outer edges of 5 spokes. Place a and 1 strand diamond with E bead, (do not ch-1), sk 4 sts, sc in
small amount of hot glue onto hook, ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook next st, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in back
one end of dowel, insert into 6th and in each ch across, turn. (4 sc) bar of ch-1 behind bead] around,
spoke opening at Snowflake Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, join to first sc. Fasten off. (60 sts
bottom up through correspond- turn. and 10 beads) CW
ing spoke tip at Snowflake top.
Rep last row until piece measures
approximately 1718 inches or
until piece when slightly stretched
measures 1920 inches or desired
length to fit childs head. Fold Back Bar of Chain
short ends of Ribbing tog and sl st
across short ends to form a ring.
Fasten off. Use safety pins to di-
vide one long edge into fourths for
upper crown.
Whipstitch Edges

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Winter Fun Blanket Place Scarf on flat surface, then Refer to photo as guide, place bot-
Continued from page 54 lay Snowman on Scarf. Insert hook tom of Body to lower edge of blue
in 10th ch from beg tail. Wrap op- Block and sew in place. Sew Hat
Refer to photo as a guide and posite end around neck, yo end on each Head.
embroider cross stitch eyes with tail and draw Scarf through lp on
hook. Backstitch Scarf to Body ASSEMBLY
black and cross stitch nose with
carrot. With black, backstitch with beg and end tails. Refer to Placement Diagram
(see illustration) smile. (see illustration), with cherry red,
Hat whipstitch through back lps
Row 1 (RS): With black, ch 10, sc (see illustration) to join Blocks tog.
1 2 in 2nd ch from hook and in each
3
rem ch across, turn. (9 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st in front lps
(see Stitch Guide) of first 3 sts, sc
Backstitch in each of next 3 sts, leave rem sts
unworked, turn. (3 sc)
Place edge of Body so that it over- Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
laps Row 2 of Head for 3 sts. Sew turn.
across these 3 sts to form neck.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
Scarf do not turn. Working down side Whipstitch Edges Through Back Loops
With cherry red, leaving 6-inch edge of piece, sl st in ends of rows
tail, ch 25. Fasten off, leaving 3 and 2, working across unworked BORDER
6-inch tail. sts of row 1, sl st in front lp of each Join cherry red in any corner, ch 1,
st. Fasten off, leaving 8-inch length *3 sc in corner, sc in each st to next
of yarn for sewing. corner, rep from * around, join in
beg sc. Fasten off. CW

Winter Fun Blanket


Placement Diagram

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Santa Cocoon & Hat Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in each hdc Rnd 23: Rep rnd 7.
Continued from page 52 around, join in first sc. Rnds 24 & 25: Rep rnds 6 and 7.
Rnd 7: Ch 2, hdc in each sc Rnd 26: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg
HAT around, join in beg sc. ch-1, sc dec over next 2 hdc, [sc
Rnds 813: [Rep rnds 6 and 7] in next hdc, sc dec in next 2 hdc]
BRIM 3 times. around, join in first sc. (20 sc)
Rnd 1: With mochi, ch 60, join Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg Rnd 27: Rep rnd 7.
(see Pattern Notes) in first ch to ch-1, sc in each of next 3 hdc, sc Rnds 28 & 29: Rep rnds 6 and 7.
form a ring, ch 3 (see Pattern dec (see Stitch Guide) next 2 hdc
Notes), dc in each ch around, join tog, [sc in each of next 4 hdc, sc dec Rnd 30: Ch 1, [sc dec in next
in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (60 dc) over next 2 hdc] around, join in 2 hdc] around, join in first
first sc. (50 sc) sc. (10 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, bpdc (see Stitch
Guide) around next dc, [fpdc (see Rnd 15: Rep rnd 7. Rnd 31: Rep rnd 7.
Stitch Guide) around next dc, bpdc Rnds 16 & 17: Rep rnds 6 and 7. Rnds 32 & 33: Rep rnds 6 and 7.
around next dc] around, join in Rnd 34: Ch 1, [sc dec in next
3rd ch of beg ch-3. Rnd 18: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg
ch-1, sc in each of next 2 hdc, sc 2 hdc] around, join in first sc,
Rnd 3: Ch 3, bpdc around bpdc, dec over next 2 hdc, [sc in each of leaving 10-inch length, fasten
[fpdc around fpdc, bpdc around next 3 hdc, sc dec in next 2 hdc] off. (5 sc)
bpdc] around, join in 3rd ch of around, join in first sc. (40 sc) With yarn needle, weave rem
beg ch-3. length through sts of rnd 34, draw
Rnd 19: Rep rnd 7.
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc around, opening closed and secure.
join in first sc. Fasten off. Rnds 20 & 21: Rep rnds 6 and 7.
Make a 21/2-inch mochi pompom
Rnd 5: Working in back lp for this Rnd 22: Ch 1, sc in same st as beg and attach to point of rnd 34
rnd only, join berries, ch 2 (see Pat- ch-1, sc in next hdc, sc dec over of Hat. CW
tern Notes), hdc in each st around, next 2 hdc, [sc in each of next 2
join in beg ch-2. hdc, sc dec in next 2 hdc] around,
join in first sc. (30 sc)

Scandinavian seam, sc in next corner sp, at each sc, ch 3, sc, ch 2, sc) in each corner
Christmas Throw of the 4 corners of Throw, work (sc,
ch 3, sc) in corner ch-4 sp, join in
ch-3 sp, join in beg sc, sl st in next
ch-2 sp, ch 1.
Continued from page 63
beg sc. Fasten off. Rnd 4: Ch 1, sk sc sts, work small
sp, draw lp under to over through Rnd 2: Draw up a lp of green in shell in each ch-2 sp and (sc, ch 3,
next corner ch-4 sp, ch 2 and con- first ch-2 sp to the left of any cor- sc) in each corner ch-3 sp around,
tinue. When all squares are joined, ner ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, join in beg sc, sl st in next ch-2 sp.
continue with Border. *[ch 1, sc in next ch-2 sp] around, Rnd 5: Ch 1, sk sc sts, work small
working at each corner, ch 1, (sc, shell in each ch-2 sp and (2 sc,
BORDER ch 3, sc) in corner ch-3 sp, rep from ch 3, 2 sc) in each corner ch-3 sp
Rnd 1 (RS): Draw up a lp of white * around, ending with ch 1, join in around, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
in first ch-2 sp to the left of any beg sc. Fasten off.
corner ch-4 sp, ch 1, sk over sc sts, Rnd 3: Draw up a lp of white in FINISHING
work small shell in each ch-2 sp, at any ch-1 sp on side edge, ch 1, Block lightly between circles and
joining seams between squares, sc sk sc sts, work small shell in each on border with WS facing. CW
in first corner sp, ch 2, sk joining ch-1 sp around working (sc, ch 2,

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Elegant Loops Purse Closure Last row: Holding Closure to cen-
Continued from page 10 First row: Ch 12, rep row 1 ter top edge of 1 Side with WS tog,
of Side. working through both thicknesses,
Strap sl st in each st across Closure.
Next rows: Rep row 2 of Side Fasten off.
With size G hook, ch 160, work 4 times.
row 1 of Side across, working on Attach magnetic snap to rem Side
opposite side of ch, continue in Next rnd: Work Border around for front and to WS of Closure.
pattern. Fasten off. 3 side edges, sc in end of each row
across, turn. Sew decorative button to center
Sew ends to top edge of Purse. front of Closure. CW

Slippers With a Surprise MOUTH Rows 14 & 15: Ch 1, sc in each sc


Continued from page 46 With black embroidery floss, using across, turn.
straight stitch (see illustration), Row 16: Ch 1, [sc in each of next
center bottom of body through all embroider a V-shape Mouth 2 sc, sc dec in next 2 sc] across,
thicknesses about 1/2 inch. Define centered below Nose. turn. (9 sc)
arms in same manner on each
side of body from shoulder to row Row 17: Ch 1, [sc in next sc, sc dec
adjacent with top of leg. in next 2 sc] across, turn. (6 sc)
B Row 18: Ch 1, [sc dec in next 2 sc]
NOSE 3 times, turn. (3 sc)
With size D hook and orange, A
Row 19: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc,
ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc turn. (1 sc)
in each of next 2 chs. Leaving
6-inch length, fasten off. Fold Straight Stitch Rows 2029: Ch 1, sc in next
Nose in half lengthwise and sew SCARF sc, turn. At the end of row 29,
in place on Snowman. fasten off.
Row 1: With size D hook and
green, ch 21, sc in 2nd ch from Tie last 10 rows in a knot on top
EYES & BUTTONS of Hat. Sew back seam. Fold brim
hook, sc in each rem ch across.
With black embroidery floss, em- Fasten off. upward and sew Hat in place.
broider 2 French knot (see illu-
stration) eyes and 3 French knot Sew Scarf in place around neckline. POCKET
buttons down center front of body. HAT Row 1: Beg at top edge, with
size D hook and red, ch 13, sc in
Row 1: With size D hook and red, 2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem
ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ch across, turn. (12 sc)
each rem ch across, turn. (4 sc)
Rows 28: Ch 1, sc in each sc
Rows 212: Ch 1, working in across, turn.
back lp (see Stitch Guide), sc in
each st across, turn. At the end of Row 9: Ch 1, [sc dec in next 2 sc]
1 row 12, do not turn. across. Fasten off.
Row 13: Ch 1, working across long Sew Pocket in place on outside of
2 edge, work 1 sc in each row across, left Slipper. Place Snowman in
French Knot turn. (12 sc) the Pocket. CW

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My Kitty & Me Row 17: Rep row 17 of First Leg. SIDES & INSTEP
Continued from page 61
Rows 1831: [Rep rows 16 and 17 Rnd 4: Working in back lp (see
Row 3: Working over color not in alternately of First Leg] 7 times. Stitch Guide) of each st, ch 1, sc
use, with silver gray mix, ch 1, sc At the end of row 31, fasten off. in each st around, join in beg
in first dc, dc in next sc, [sc in next Sew back seam of Body and each sc. (26 sc)
dc, dc in next sc] across, change Leg seam. Rnd 5: Ch 1, working in both lps,
color to baby pink, do not fasten off sc in each st around, join in beg sc.
silver gray mix, turn. WAISTBAND
Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in each of next 6
Rows 415: [Rep rows 2 and 3 Rnd 1: Join silver gray mix at sc, [sc dec in next 2 sc] 7 times, sc
alternately] 6 times. back seam of Body, ch 1, working in each of next 6 sc, join in beg sc.
in opposite side of foundation ch, Fasten off. (19 sc)
FIRST LEG sc in each ch around, join in beg sc.
Fasten off. (40 sc) Rnd 7: Join 1 strand of baby pink
Row 16: Working over color not with sc at center back of Shoe, sc
in use, with baby pink, ch 1, sc in LEG TRIM in each of next 18 sc, join in beg sc.
first dc, dc in next sc, [sc in next dc, Fasten off. (19 sc)
dc in next sc] 9 times, change color Make 2.
to silver gray mix, do not fasten off Rnd 1: Join silver gray mix at HAT
baby pink, turn. Leg seam, ch 1, work 1 sc in each
Row 17: Working over color not in st around, join in beg sc. Fasten Rnd 1: With silver gray mix, ch 3,
use, with silver gray mix, ch 1, sc off. (20 sc) 12 dc in 3rd ch from hook (2 sk chs
in first dc, dc in next sc, [sc in next do not count as first dc), join in beg
dc, dc in next sc] 9 times, change dc. (12 dc)
color to baby pink, do not fasten off Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in same st as
silver gray mix, turn. beg ch-2, 2 dc in each dc around,
Rows 1831: [Rep rows 16 and 17 join in beg dc. (24 dc)
alternately] 7 times. At the end of Rnd 3: Ch 2, dc in same st as beg
row 31, fasten off. ch-2, 2 dc in next dc, [dc in next dc,
2 dc in next dc] around, join in beg
2ND LEG dc. (36 dc)
Row 16: Working over color not Rnd 4: Ch 2, dc in same st as beg
in use, join baby pink with sc in SHOE ch-2, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc,
next dc of row 15, dc in next [dc in each of next 2 dc, 2 dc in next
sc, [sc in next dc, dc in next sc] Make 2. dc] around, join in beg dc. (48 dc)
9 times, change color to silver gray
mix, do not fasten off baby pink, SOLE Rnds 59: Ch 2, dc in each dc
turn. (20 sts) Rnd 1: Working with 2 strands of around, join in beg dc. At the end
silver gray mix yarn held tog, ch 5, of rnd 9, do not fasten off.
2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each FIRST EARFLAP
of next 2 chs, 6 sc in last ch (toe
end of Sole), working on opposite Row 10: Now working in rows,
side of foundation ch, sc in next ch 1, sl st in each of next 9 dc,
2 chs, 2 sc in same ch as beg sc sts, ch 1, sc in same st as beg ch-1,
join in beg sc. (14 sc) sc in each of next 5 dc, leaving
rem sts unworked, turn. (6 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc
in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in each Row 11: Ch 1, sc in each of next
of next 4 sc, sc in each of next 6 sc, turn.
4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, join in beg Row 12: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc,
sc. (20 sc) sc in each of next 2 sc, sc dec in
Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 2 sc, turn. (4 sc)
each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in each of Row 13: Ch 1, sc in each of next
next 4 sc, sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc 4 sc, turn.
in next sc, join in beg sc. (26 sc)

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join silver gray mix in side edge of CAT
row 1, working through both thick-
nesses, ch 1, work 6 sc evenly sp up BODY
side, 3 sc in sc of row 6, 6 sc down Note: Work Cat with 2 strands
opposite edge of row. Fasten off. held tog unless otherwise stated.
EYE Rnd 1: Beg at top of Body, with
Row 14: Ch 1, [sc dec in Make 2. silver gray mix, ch 3, join (see
next 2 sc] twice. Fasten off. Pattern Notes) to form a ring, ch 1,
Rnd 1: With baby pink, ch 3, join 6 sc in ring, place marker. (6 sc)
2ND EARFLAP in first ch to form a ring, join in
beg sc, leaving a 6-inch length, Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Row 10: Count back 14 sts fasten off. Rnd 3: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next
from joining and join silver sc] around. (18 sc)
gray mix with sc in 14th st, Thread a double strand of silver
sc in each of next 5 sts, gray mix on yarn needle, embroi- Rnd 4: Sc in each sc around.
leaving rem sts unworked, der a straight stitch (see illustra- Rnd 5: [Sc in each of next 2 sc,
turn. (6 sc) tion) vertically over center of Eye. 2 sc in next sc] around. (24 sc)
Rows 1114: Rep rows Rnd 6: Rep rnd 4.
1114 of First Earflap. Rnd 7: [Sc in each of next 3 sc,
TRIM 2 sc in next sc] around. (30 sc)
B
Rnd 1 (RS): Now working in rnds, Rnd 8: Rep rnd 4.
join baby pink with sc at center A Rnd 9: [Sc in each of next 4 sc,
back of rnd 9 of Hat, sc evenly sp 2 sc in next sc] around. (36 sc)
around Hat and each Earflap, join Rnds 1020: Rep rnd 4.
in beg sc. Fasten off. Straight Stitch
Rnd 21: [Sc in each of next 4 sc,
EAR sc dec in next 2 sc] around. (30 sc)
FACIAL FEATURES
Make 2. Rnd 22: [Sc in each of next 3 sc,
Sew Eyes 1 inch apart over rnd 6 sc dec in next 2 sc] around. (24 sc)
Inner Ear of Hat.
Rnd 23: [Sc in each of next 2 sc,
Row 1: With baby pink, ch 7, sc in For Nose, sew heart-shaped but- sc dec in next 2 sc] around. (18 sc)
2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem ton center below Eyes over rnd 7
ch across, turn. (6 sc) of Hat. Stuff Body with fiberfill.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, Using photo as guide, thread Rnd 24: [Sc in next sc, sc dec in
turn. double strand of baby pink on yarn next 2 sc] around. (12 sc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc, needle, embroider straight stitch Rnd 25: [Sc dec in next 2 sc]
sc in each of next 2 sc, sc dec in Mouth and Whiskers. around, leaving 10-inch length,
next 2 sc, turn. (4 sc) fasten off. Sew opening closed.
Braid
Row 4: Rep row 2. Cut 5 pieces each silver gray mix HEAD
Row 5: Ch 1, [sc dec in next 2 sc] and baby pink each 36 inches Rnds 16: Rep rnds 16 of
twice, turn. (2 sc) long. Holding all strands tog, fold Body. (24 sc)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc. in half. Insert crochet hook from Rnd 7: 2 sc in each of next 6 sc
Fasten off. (1 sc) WS to right side at the tip of the (center front of Head), sc in each
left Earflap. Draw all 10 strands of next 18 sc. (30 sc)
Outer Ear through st to form lp on hook,
draw all strands through lp, pull Attach eyes 3/4 inch apart across
Rows 16: With silver gray mix, center front of Head between
rep rows 16 of Inner Ear. ends tightly. Divide yarn in 3 sec-
tions and braid strands. Secure rnds 6 and 7.
Joining ends with either color yarn and Rnds 815: Sc in each sc around.
Holding Inner Ear and Outer Ear trim ends evenly. Rnds 1619: Rep rnds 2225
section tog, with Inner Ear facing, of Body.
Sew Head to center top of Body.

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LEG foot facing forward, sew top of Leg 1 strand of baby pink, ch 6, sc in
Make 4. closed working from front to back. 2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem
Using photo as a guide, with Head ch across, turn. (5 sc)
Rnd 1: Beg with foot, with 2 facing forward and with toes point-
strands of baby pink held tog, leav- Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across,
ing upward, sew 2 Legs to each turn.
ing a long length at beg, ch 3, join upper and lower Body.
to form a ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring, do Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sc,
not join, place marker. (6 sc) TAIL sc in next sc, sc dec in next 2 sc,
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 1: With 2 strands silver gray turn. (3 sc)
Rnd 3: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next mix held tog, ch 3, join to form a Row 4: Rep row 2.
sc] around. Fasten off. (18 sc) ring, ch 1, 4 sc in ring, do not join, Row 5: Ch 1, draw up lp in each
place marker. (4 sc) of next 3 sc, yo, draw through all
Rnd 4: Join 2 strands of silver
gray mix with sc, sc in each rem sc Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around. (8 sc) 4 lps on hook. Fasten off.
around. (18 sc) Rnds 312: Sc in each sc around. Outer Ear
Rnd 5: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 13: [Sc dec in next 2 sc] twice, Rows 14: With 1 strand of
Rnd 6: [Sc dec in next 2 sc] sc in next sc, 2 sc in each of next silver gray mix, rep rows 14 of
6 times (center front of foot), sc 2 sc, sc in next sc. Tail should now Inner Ear.
in each of next 6 sc. (12 sc) curl slightly. (8 sc)
Rnds 1420: Sc in each sc around. Joining
Rnds 718: Rep rnd 5. At the end
of rnd 18, leaving a 12-inch length, At the end of rnd 20, leaving Holding Inner Ear and Outer Ear
fasten off. 10-inch length, fasten off. section tog, with Inner Ear fac-
Stuff Tail lightly with fiberfill, ing, join 1 strand of silver gray
Stuff foot and Leg lightly with mix in side edge of row 1, working
fiberfill, leaving last 3 rnds of Leg with curl pointing upward, sew to
back lower Body. through both thicknesses, ch 1,
unstuffed. work 5 sc evenly sp up side, 3 sc
Thread rem length of baby pink EAR in sc of row 5, 5 sc down opposite
at beg of foot on yarn needle, Make 2. edge of row. Fasten off.
sew 3 long straight stitches (see Sew Ears 11/2 inches apart to
illustration) to form toes, draw Inner Ear center top of Head over rnd 12.
tight and fasten off. With front of Row 1: Now working in rows, with
FINISHING
For nose, sew heart-shaped button
centered between Eyes between
rnds 2 and 3 of Head.
Using photo as a guide, with
2 strands baby pink, embroider
mouth directly below nose.
Tie pink ribbon around neckline
of Cat.
Whiskers
Make 2.
Cut 3 strands baby pink yarn each
6 inches long. Holding all strands
tog, fold in half. Insert crochet
hook from WS to RS in side of face.
Draw all strands through st to
form lp on hook, draw all strands
through lp, pull ends tight.
Trim ends even. CW

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Carolin' Critters ring, join in beg sc, close ring, Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
Continued from page 79 leaving a 6-inch length of yarn, turn. (9 sc)
fasten off. (6 sc) Row 5: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sts,
Rnd 22: [Sc dec in next 2 sc] Stuff Beak with fiberfill. Do not sc in each of next 5 sts, sc dec in
around, leaving 8-inch length, sew back of Beak closed. next 2 sts, turn. (7 sc)
fasten off. (4 sc) Bend Lower Beak around Inside Row 6: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sts,
Do not stuff Wing. Sew opening of Mouth and sew pieces tog. With sc in each of next 3 sts, sc dec in
at tip of Wing Closed, leaving a fiberfill stuff Lower Beak/Mouth, next 2 sts, turn. (5 sc)
length of yarn for sewing Caroling but do not sew back of Lower Row 7: Ch 1, sc dec in next 2 sts,
Book to each Wing. Fold opening Beak/Mouth closed. sc in next st, sc dec in next 2 sts,
at top of each Wing flat and sew Using photo as a guide, sew Lower turn. (3 sc)
closed, leaving rem length to sew Beak/Mouth to the bottom of Beak Row 8: Sc dec in next 3 sts. (1 sc)
Wing to Body. towards back of the piece.
Rnd 9: Now working in rnds, sc
BEAK EYE around entire outer edge, join in
Rnd 1: With lemon, ch 9, sc in Make 2. beg sc, leaving a 10-inch length of
2nd ch from hook, sc in each of yarn, fasten off.
Rep Eyes as for Polar Bear.
next 6 chs, 3 sc in last ch, work- HAT
ing on opposite side of foundation TUMMY
ch, sc in each of next 6 chs, 2 sc Rnd 1: With white, rep rnd 1 of
Rnd 1: With white, ch 9, sc in Polar Bear Hat. (24 sc)
in same ch as beg sc, place stitch 2nd ch from hook, sc in each of
marker. (18 sc) next 6 chs, 3 sc in next ch, work- Rnd 2: Rep rnd 2 of Polar Bear
Rnd 2: 2 sc in next sc, sc in each of ing on opposite side of foundation Hat, change color (see Stitch
next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in each ch, sc in each of next 6 chs, 2 sc Guide) to green.
of next 9 sc. (20 sc) in same ch as beg sc, place stitch Rnds 37: Rep rnds 37 of Polar
Rnd 3: Working in back lps (see marker. (18 sc) Bear Hat. (9 sc)
Stitch Guide) for this rnd only, sc Rnd 2: 2 sc in next st, sc in each Rnd 8: [Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
in each st around. of next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st] around, leaving a 6-inch
Rnds 47: Sc in each sc around. each of next 9 sts. (20 sc) length of yarn, fasten off. (6 sc)
Rnd 8: [Sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in Rnd 3: 2 sc in next st, sc in each Sew opening of Rnd 8 of Hat
each of next 3 sc] around. (16 sc) of next 9 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in closed.
each of next 8 sts, 2 sc in next
Rnd 9: [Sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in st. (23 sc) HAT BALL
each of next 2 sc] around. (12 sc) Rnd 1: Rep rnd 1 of Polar Bear
Rnd 4: 2 sc in each of next 2 sts, sc
Rnd 10: [Sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in in each of next 9 sts, 2 sc in each of Hat Ball with white. (6 sc)
next sc] around. (8 sc) next 3 sts, sc in each of next 8 sts, Rnd 2: Rep rnd 2 of Polar Bear
Rnd 11: [Sc dec in next 2 sc] 2 sc in next st, join in next sc, leav- Hat Ball. (12 sc)
around, leaving 8-inch length, ing a 14-inch length of yarn, fasten Rnd 3: Sc in each st around.
fasten off. (4 sc) off. (29 sc)
Rnd 4: [Sc dec in next 2 sc] 6
Sew opening at tip of Beak closed. TAIL times, leaving a 6-inch length,
Lower Beak Row 1: With black shimmer, ch 6, fasten off. (6 sc)
Row 1: With lemon, ch 10, sc in sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each Stuff Ball with fiberfill, sew open-
2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem of next 4 chs, turn. (5 sc) ing closed and sew to Rnd 8 of Hat.
ch across, turn. (9 sc) Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc in CAROLING BOOK
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,
turn. (7 sc) Row 1: With green, ch 6, sc in
leaving 8-inch length, fasten off. 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc in across, turn. (5 sc)
Inside of Mouth each of next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,
Rnd 1: With pink, form slip ring turn. (9 sc) Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
(see illustration), ch 1, 6 sc in turn. (5 sc)

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Rows 3 & 4: Rep row 2. slip ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring, close
Row 5: Ch 1, working in back ring, place stitch marker. (6 sc)
lps for this row only, sc in each st Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around.
across, turn. (5 sc) (12 sc)
Rows 69: Rep row 2. At the end Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in next
of row 9, leaving a 10-inch length, st] around. (18 sc)
fasten off. (5 sc) Rnd 4: Working in back lps (see
Using photo as a guide, with Stitch Guide) for this rnd only, sc
black embroider music notes with in each st around. (18 sc)
straight stitch (see illustration) Rnd 5: Sc in each st around.
and French knots (see illustra-
tion), on each outer cover of Rnds 68: Rep rnd 5. At the end
Caroling Book. of rnd 8 change color (see Stitch Rnd 2: 2 sl sts in next st, tr shell
Guide) to mid brown. in next st, sk next st, sl st in each
Page Rnd 9: [Sc dec (see Stitch Guide) of next 2 sts, sk next st, dc shell in
Make 2. in next 2 sts, sc in each of next next st, sk next st, sl st in each of
4 sts] around. (15 sc) next 2 sts, 2 sl sts in next st, leav-
Row 1: With white, ch 5, sc in ing a 10-inch length of yarn, fasten
2nd ch from hook, sc in each of Rnds 1020: Rep rnd 5. At end of off. (8 sl sts, 1 dc shell, 1 tr shell)
next 3 chs, turn. (4 sc) rnd 20, join (see Pattern Notes) in
beg sc, leaving a 10-inch length of Sew 2 sides of Right Antler tog,
Rows 24: Ch 1, sc in each sc and then sew 2 sides of Left Antler
across. yarn, fasten off. (15 sc)
tog, leave rem length to sew Ant-
Leaving a 6-inch length of yarn, Stuff each Leg with fiberfill. Once lers to Body.
fasten off. Leg is stuffed, fold opening at top
of each Leg flat and sew closed. EAR
Sew a Page on inside of each side Leave the rem length of yarn for
of Caroling Book. Make 2.
sewing Legs to Body.
Row 1: With mid brown, ch 6, sc
FINISHING ANTLERS in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch,
With rem length of white yarn, tr in next ch, dc in next ch, 3 sc in
sew Hat to top of Body. Right Antler next ch, working on opposite side
Using photo as a guide, sew Make 2. of foundation ch, dc in next ch, tr
Tummy on front of Body. Rnd 1: Leaving a 12-inch length in next ch, dc in next ch, sc in next
of coffee, ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from ch, join in beg sc, leaving a 6-inch
Leaving a sp for Eyes, sew Beak length of yarn, fasten off. (5 sc,
to Body. Sew Eyes to Body just hook, sc in each of next 8 chs, 3 sc
in next ch, working on opposite 4 dc, 2 tr)
above Beak.
side of foundation ch, sc in each of EYE
With rem length of yarn at base of next 8 chs, 2 sc in same ch as beg
each Wing, sew 1 side of Caroling sc, place marker. (22 sc) Make 2.
Book to each Wing. Rep Eyes as for Polar Bear.
Rnd 2: 2 sl sts in next st, sl st in
Sew Wings onto Body. next st, sk next st, dc shell (see TUMMY
Sew Tail on the lower middle Special Stitches) in next st, sk
portion of the back of Body. next st, sl st in each of next 2 sts, Rnd 1: With tan, form a slip ring,
sk next st, tr shell (see Special ch 1, 6 sc in ring, close ring, place
REINDEER Stitches) in next st, sk next st, sl st stitch marker. (6 sc)
in next st, leaving a 10-inch length Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around.
BODY of yarn, fasten off. (6 sl sts, 1 dc Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in next
Rnds 141: Rep rnds 141 of shell, 1 tr shell) st] around. (18 sc)
Polar Bear with mid brown. Left Antler Rnd 4: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
LEG Make 2. of next 2 sts] around. (24 sc)
Make 2. Rnd 1: Rep rnd 1 of Right Antler. Rnd 5: [2 sc in next st, sc in each
(22 sc) of next 3 sts] around, join in beg
Rnd 1: With coffee, leaving a sc, leaving an 8-inch length, fasten
12-inch length at beg, form a off. (30 sc)

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SNOUT INSIDE OF MOUTH Rnd 26: [Sc dec in next 2 sts]
Rnd 1: With tan, ch 9, sc in Rnd 1: With pink, form a slip ring, 3 times, leaving a 6-inch length,
2nd ch from hook, sc in each of ch 1, 6 sc in ring, close ring, join in fasten off. (3 sc)
next 6 chs, 3 sc in next ch, work- beg sc, leaving a 6-inch length, Sew opening at top of Hat closed.
ing on opposite side of foundation fasten off. (6 sc) Bend Hat at rnd 8 and using rem
ch, sc in each of next 6 chs, 2 sc Stuff Snout with fiberfill, do not length of green, sew first green
in same ch as beg sc, place stitch sew back of Snout closed. segment to 2nd green segment.
marker. (18 sc)
Using photo as a guide, sew Nose HAT BALL
Rnd 2: 3 sc in next st, sc in each to top middle portion of Snout.
of next 7 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in Rnds 16: Rep rnds 16 of
each of next 9 sts. (22 sc) Bend Lower Snout around Inside Hat Ball of Polar Bear with
of Mouth and sew pieces tog but white. (6 sc)
Rnd 3: 3 sc in next st, sc in each do not sew back of Lower Snout/
of next 10 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in Mouth closed. With fiberfill stuff Stuff Ball with fiberfill, sew
each of next 10 sts. (26 sc) Lower Snout/Mouth. opening closed and sew to rnd 26
Rnd 4: Sc in next st, 3 sc in of Hat.
Using photo as a guide, sew Lower
next st, sc in each of next 12 sts, Snout/Mouth to bottom of Snout. CANDLE
3 sc in next st, sc in each of next
11 sts. (30 sc) TAIL Rnds 15: Rep rnds 15 of Candle
for Polar Bear. (6 sc)
Rnd 5: Working in back lps for Rnds 19: Rep rnds 19 of Pen-
this rnd only, sc in each st around. guin Tail with mid brown. Flame
(30 sc) Row 1: Rep row 1 of Flame for
HAT
Rnd 6: Sc in each st around. (30 sc) Polar Bear. (sc, dc, sl st)
Rnd 1: Rep rnd 1 of Polar Bear
Rnd 7: Rep rnd 6, join in beg sc, Hat with white. (24 sc) Candleholder
leaving a 12-inch length, fasten
off. (30 sc) Rnd 2: Sc in each sc around, Rnds 1 & 2: Rep rnds 1 and 2 of
change color to green leaving a Candleholder as for Polar Bear.
NOSE 6-inch length at beg. (16 sc, 2 sl sts)
Rnd 1: With red, form a slip ring, Rnds 35: Rep rnds 35 of Polar Stuff Candle with fiberfill, sew
ch 1, 6 sc in ring, close ring, place Bear Hat. (15 sc) Flame to center top of Candle
stitch marker. (6 sc) Rnd 6: Rep rnd 6 of Polar Bear and sew Candleholder to bottom
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. Hat, change color to red. (12 sc) of Candle.
(12 sc) Rnd 7: Rep rnd 7 of Polar Bear FINISHING
Rnds 35: Sc in each st around. Hat. (9 sc) With rem length of white, sew Hat
(12 sc) Rnds 810: Sc in each sc around. to top of Body.
Rnd 6: [Sc dec in next 2 sts] At the end of rnd 10, change color Sew Tummy on front of Body.
around. (6 sc) to green. (9 sc)
Using photo as a guide and
With fiberfill stuff Nose. Rnds 1114: Sc in each sc around. leaving sp for Eyes, sew Snout
Rnd 7: Rep rnd 6, leaving a At the end of rnd 14, change color to Body. Sew Eyes to Body just
10-inch length of yarn, fasten off. to red. above Snout.
(3 sc) Rnds 1518: Sc in each sc around. Sew each Ear to side of Body
Sew opening closed, leaving rem At the end of rnd 18, change color just below brim of Hat and sew
length of yarn for sewing Nose to green. an Antler behind each Ear.
to Snout. Rnds 1922: Sc in each sc around. Using rem length of yarn at base
At the end of rnd 22, change color of each hoof, sew 1 side of Candle-
LOWER SNOUT to red. holder to each hoof.
Row 1: With mid brown, ch 7, sc in Rnds 23 & 24: Sc in each sc
2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem Sew Legs to Body.
around.
ch across, turn. (6 sc) Sew Tail to lower middle portion of
Rnd 25: [Sc dec in next 2 sc, sc in back Body. CW
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, next sc] around. (6 sc)
leaving a 6-inch length, fasten
off. (6 sc)

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Bold Stripes Scarf Rows 5158: Rep rows 310.
Continued from page 42
Row 59: Ch 1, hdc in each
hdc across, turn.
Row 26: Ch 1, hdc in each of first Row 60: Rep row 26.
5 hdc, *change to gray, hdc in each
of next 6 hdc*, change to green, Rows 61179: Rep
hdc in each of next 6 hdc, rep rows 3119.
between * once, change to green, FINISHING
hdc in last hdc, turn.
Weave in ends. CW
Rows 2750: Rep rows 326.

Mr. Snowy 2. Using photo as guide, sew Hat


Continued from page 86
to Head with black. Place Hat
Band around base of Hat near Hat
NOSE Brim and tack in place with red.
Rnd 1: With pumpkin, ch 2, 3 sc in 3. Sew Nose to Head. With satin
2nd ch from hook. (3 sc) stitch (see illustration), embroider
Rnds 2 & 3: Sc in each sc around. eyes. Using photo as a guide,
sew mouth. Overcast Stitch
Rnd 4: Sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in
next st. Fasten off. (2 sc) 4. Glue artificial greens to Hat Overcast Stitch
Brim at side of Head.
FINISHING 5. Attach loop of monofilament to
1. With overcast stitch (see illus- back edge of Top of Hat to hang. CW
tration), sew Hat Top to rnd 1 of
Hat; sew Hat Brim to rnd 9 of Hat.
Lightly stuff Hat.

Satin Stitch

Snowflake Fantasy MEDIUM SNOWFLAKE LARGE SNOWFLAKE


Continued from page 71
Rnd 1: Ch 6, join (see Pattern Rnd 1: Ch 6, join (see Pattern
Notes) in first ch to form ring, ch 4 Notes) in first ch to form ring,
SNOWFLAKES (see Pattern Notes), [dc in ring, ch 6 (see Pattern Notes), [tr in ring,
ch 1] 11 times, join in 3nd ch of ch 2] 11 times, join in 4th ch of beg
SMALL SNOWFLAKE beg ch-3. (12 dc, 12 ch-1 sps) ch. (12 tr, 12 ch-2 sps)
Rnd 1: Ch 6, join (see Pattern Rnd 2: Sl st in next ch-1 sp, [ch 3, Rnd 2: Sc in same ch, ch 3, *sc in
Notes) in first ch to form ring, 12 sc sc in next ch-1 sp] 11 times, ch 3, next tr, ch 3, rep from * around,
in ring, do not join. (12 sc) join in beg sl st. join in beg sc. (12 sc, 12 ch-3 sps)
Rnd 2: [Ch 3, sk next sc, sc in next Rnd 3: [(Sc, ch 3, sc, ch 5, sc, Rnd 3: [(Sc, ch 3, sc, ch 5, sc, ch7,
sc] 5 times, ch 3, join in next sc. ch 3, sc) in next ch-3 sp, sc in next sc, ch 5, sc, ch 3, sc) in next ch-3 sp,
Rnd 3: [Sc, ch 3, sc, ch 5, sc, ch-3 sp] 6 times, join in beg sc. (sc, ch 5, sc) in next ch-3 sp] 6 times,
ch 3, sc] in each ch-3 sp around. Fasten off. join in beg sc. Fasten off. CW
Fasten off.

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S T I TC H G U I D E S T I T C H A B B R E V I AT I O N S
Need help? StitchGuide.com I L LU S T R AT E D G U I D E S H O W - TO V I D E O S
Reverse single crochet (reverse
beg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . begin/begins/beginning sc): Ch 1, sk first st, working from
bpdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back post double crochet left to right, insert hook in next st
bpsc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .back post single crochet from front to back, draw up lp on
bptr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .back post treble crochet hook, yo and draw through both
CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . contrasting color lps on hook .
ch(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .chain(s)
ch- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . refers to chain or space
previously made (i .e ., ch-1 space) Chain (ch): Yo, pull Front loop (front lp) Slip stitch (sl st): Insert
ch sp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . chain space(s) through lp on hook . Back loop (back lp) hook in st, pull through
cl(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cluster(s)
cm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . centimeter(s)
Front Loop Back Loop both lps on hook .
dc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double crochet (singular/plural)
dc dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double crochet 2 or more
stitches together, as indicated
dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . decrease/decreases/decreasing
dtr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double treble crochet
ext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .extended Single crochet (sc):
fpdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post double crochet Insert hook in st, yo, Front post stitch (fp):
fpsc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post single crochet pull through st, yo, Back post stitch (bp): Chain color change
fptr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post treble crochet pull through both When working post st, (ch color change)
g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . gram(s) lps on hook . insert hook from right Yo with new color,
hdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . half double crochet to left around post of st draw through last lp
hdc dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . half double crochet 2 or more on previous row . on hook .
stitches together, as indicated Back Front
inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . increase/increases/increasing
lp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .loop(s)
Post
MC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .main color of
mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .millimeter(s) Stitch
oz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ounce(s)
pc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . popcorn(s) Double crochet
rem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . remain/remains/remaining Half double crochet color change
rep(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .repeat(s) (hdc): Yo, insert hook (dc color change)
rnd(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . round(s) in st, yo, pull through
RS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right side
Drop first color, yo
st, yo, pull through all 3 with new color, draw
sc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single crochet (singular/plural)
lps on hook . through last 2 lps of st .
sc dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .single crochet 2 or more
stitches together, as indicated
sk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .skip/skipped/skipping
sl st(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . slip stitch(es)
sp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . space(s)/spaced Double crochet (dc):
st(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . stitch(es) Yo, insert hook in st,
tog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .together yo, pull through st,
tr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . treble crochet [yo, pull through 2 lps]
trtr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .triple treble twice .
WS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . wrong side Treble crochet (tr):
yd(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yard(s) Yo twice, insert hook
yo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yarn over in st, yo, pull through
st, [yo, pull through 2
YA R N C O N V E R S I O N
lps] 3 times .
OUNCES TO GRAMS GRAMS TO OUNCES
1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 .4 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7/8 Double treble
2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 .7 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/3 crochet (dtr): Yo 3
3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 .0 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13/4
4 . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 .4 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . 31/2 times, insert hook in
st, yo, pull through st,
U N I T E D S T AT E S UNITED KINGDOM
[yo, pull through 2 lps]
4 times .
sl st (slip stitch) = sc (single crochet)
sc (single crochet) = dc (double crochet)
hdc (half double crochet) = htr (half treble crochet)
dc (double crochet) = tr (treble crochet)
tr (treble crochet) = dtr (double treble crochet)
dtr (double treble crochet) = ttr (triple treble crochet)
skip = miss

Single crochet Half double crochet Double crochet


decrease (sc dec): decrease (hdc dec): decrease (dc dec): (Yo, Treble crochet
(Insert hook, yo, draw lp (Yo, insert hook, yo, insert hook, yo, draw lp decrease (tr dec): Hold-
through) in each of the draw lp through) through, yo, draw through ing back last lp of each
sts indicated, yo, draw in each of the sts 2 lps on hook) in each of st, tr in each of the sts in-
through all lps on hook . indicated, yo, draw the sts indicated, yo, draw dicated, yo, pull through
through all lps on hook . through all lps on hook . all lps on hook .

Example of 2-sc dec Example of 2-hdc dec Example of 2-dc dec Example of 2-tr dec
DESIGN DIRECTORY

6 7
10

8 12 11
13 14 16 18

20
24 28 30

22 33
36

34 38 40 42
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44 46 54
58 62 64

56 67 68
72 76

74
71 80
82 84 86

88 92
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