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A Guide to Free Crochet Patterns: 13 Crochet Stitches and our Favorite Free Crochet Patterns

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Letter from the Editors

Hi Crocheters,

It’s that time that you’ve all been waiting for, our very first eBook from AllFreeCrochet.com. In this
eBook you can find many neat crochet stitches from Emilda Harrington that will help you with your
crochet projects. All these tutorials provide step by step instructions along with images for each step,
which allows you to easily follow the pattern. It’s a great guide-book.

This eBook is perfect to have on-hand so whenever you get stuck on a stitch you can refer back to this
guide. This eBook is free to download to your computer and also provides ten crochet patterns to make.

A special thanks to Emilda Harrington for providing all these wonderful crochet tutorials. You can read
about her on her crochet designer page.

Happy crocheting!

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Crochet Stitches Table of Contents

Crocheting a Picot Stitch .......................... 5 Crochet Afghan Patterns ........................ 32

Crocheting the Seed Stitch ....................... 7 Beginner Granny Afghan ............................. 32

How to Crochet in the Round .................. 9 Blush Rose Afghan ...................................... 34

How to Crochet a Basketweave Stitch .. 12 Soft Bobble Afghan ..................................... 36

How to Crochet a Cable Stitch .............. 15 Squares Throw ............................................. 38

How to Crochet a Checkerboard Stitch 17 Shawl and Poncho Patterns.................... 40

Broomstick Lace Shawl ............................... 40


How to Crochet a Crazy Shell Stitch..... 19
Daisy Bag and Poncho ................................. 44
How to Crochet a Popcorn Stitch .......... 21
Elegant Sport Shawl .................................... 48
How to Crochet a Shell Stitch ................ 23
Amigurumi Patterns ............................... 49
How to Crochet a Treble Stitch ............. 24
Hello Kitty ................................................... 49
How to Crochet the Magic Circle .......... 25
Princess and Frog......................................... 52
Reverse Single Crochet Stitch-Crab Stitch
................................................................... 27 Year of the Tiger Crochet Pattern ................ 54

Tunisian Crochet Stitch .......................... 29

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Crocheting a Picot Stitch

The Picot Stitch is usually used as an edging,


added onto a finished garment. Follow this
tutorial and learn how to make three
different picot stitches.

SMALL PICOT STITCH:

1. Work along the edge of a finished


item. (To make a length of picot
edge to add to a ready-to wear
purchased item, begin with a chain,
4. Single crochet in the next 3 stitches.
or a strip of single crochet or double
Chain 3, single crochet in the next
crochet.)
stitch. (Picot formed).

2. Single crochet in the first stitch.


5. Repeat step 4 across the row.

3. Chain 3, single crochet in the next MEDIUM PICOT STITCH:


stitch.

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1. Repeat the instructions for small 2. Slip stitch in the 6th stitch from the
picot stitch, but chain 5, instead of hook.
chain 3.

2. To make a slightly flared picot edge,


as shown in the photo to the right,
do the sequence of single crochet,
chain 5, single crochet in the same
stitch.

3. This will flare out slightly, and could


be useful for the bottoms of tank
tops, or skirts, on the edges of
sleeves, or hats.
3. Slip stitch in the last stitch of the
chain. Single crochet in the next 3
stitches.

BAUBLE ENDED PICOT STITCH:

1. Follow the instructions for the small


picot stitch, except chain 7 instead
of chain 3.
4. Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 across the
row.

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Crocheting the Seed Stitch

This seven step tutorial teaches you how to


crochet the seed stitch. The seed stitch is an
alternating single and double crochet stitch.
It gives a closed stitch, which resembles a
knitted seed stitch.

1. Start with a chain. Turn, single


crochet in the 2nd stitch from the
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 across the row.
hook.

5. One row of seed stitch completed.


2. Double crochet in the next stitch.

6. At the end of the row, turn. If you


3. Single crochet in the next stitch.
ended in a double crochet, then
single crochet in the first stitch. If
you ended in a single crochet, slip

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stitch in the first stitch, chain 2,


(takes the place of the first double
crochet), single crochet in the next
stitch.

7. Continue across the row, alternating


by making a single crochet in the
double crochet of the previous row,
and vice versa. Photo shows 3 rows
of seed stitch completed.

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How to Crochet in the Round

This is a great step by step tutorial that teaches


you how to crochet in the round. Follow these
simple steps and you'll be able to crochet a
lovely pattern.

Steps:

1. Chain a ring on which to build your crochet in


the round: chain 5, slip stitch to join. 4, 5, and 6. Slip stitch to join. Slip stitch into the
top of the chain 2 at the beginning of the row.
(See below, step 15 and 16 for the correct stitch
to slip stitch into).

2. Chain 2 to begin to double crochet.

7. Chain 2 to begin the next round of stitches.

3. Make the required number of double crochet


stitches for the round. In this case 10 double
crochet, plus the chain 2.
8. Turn the work to go in the other direction.
(You may also crochet in the round in spiral
fashion, in which case you do not turn.)

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15. The arrow points to the correct stitch in


9. and 10. Complete the required number of which to make the slip stitch to join. The most
stitches for the round. (In almost all cases, you common error in crochet in the round is slip
will be increasing stitches in this round.) stitching in the wrong stitch. The arrow in photo
15 points to the correct stitch in which to make
the slip stitch to join.

11, 12, and 13. Slip stitch to join the round.

16. NOTE: In photo 16, see that the hook


actually passes under two strands of yarn. It
may seem that you have gone over one stitch
too far, however, the stitch before this one
does not have two strands to pass the hook
under.

14. Close-up of the stitch to slip stitch into in


order to have an invisible seam.

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17. Photo 17 shows a 3 row round, with no


obvious area of the slip stitch and turn.

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How to Crochet a Basketweave


Stitch

The basketweave stitch is a dense stitch


with an interesting texture which looks like
a basket. This stitch is also called the waffle
stitch. Follow this great tutorial to create
your very own basketweave stitch. In order
to make the Basket-weave stitch, you will
need to know the chain stitch, and the
double crochet stitch. This stitch is achieved
by manipulating a double crochet stitch, 3. How to do the front post stitch:
first in the front of the stitch of the previous Chain 2 and turn.
row, and then in the back of the stitch.
These stitches are referred to as front post Yarn over, insert the hook under the
stitch, and back post stitch. post of the next double crochet of
the previous row.

1. First make a foundation piece on


which to make your stitches: Chain
22.

*Then yarn over, and complete a


double crochet stitch.

2. Double crochet in the 3rd stitch


from the hook, and in each stitch of
the chain.

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Repeat from * in the next 2 stitches.


This gives you a total of 4 front post
stitches. (The first chain 2 takes the
place of the 1st double crochet.)

(4 back post stitches completed.)

4. How to do the back post stitch:


*Insert the hook behind the next
double crochet of the previous row,
and complete a double crochet.

Repeat from * for 3 more times.

(Photo above shows the foundation


row of double crochet, and one row
of alternating front post and back
post stitches.)

When you arrive at the end of the


row, chain 2 and turn. Repeat steps
3 and 4 throughout the construction
of your project.

(You will always begin with only 3 double


crochet stitches, as the chain 1 takes the
place of the first double crochet. Then
continuing across the row, you will
alternate 4 front post stitches, and 4 back

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post stitches.) textured stitch.

YOU WILL ALWAYS BEGIN WITH THE SAME


STITCH AS THE LAST 4 STITCHES OF THE
PREVIOUS ROW. That means if you finished
with 4 front post stitches, you will begin the
next row with 4 front post stitches.

(The photo above shows two rows of


alternating front post and back post
stitches, plus the foundation
row of double crochet stitches.)

(Above photo shows 6 rows completed of


basket-weave stitch, plus the foundation
row of double crochet stitches.)

These examples were shown using a larger


than usual hook to show the stitches
clearly. When completed with a smaller
hook, you will achieve a more dense,

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How to Crochet a Cable Stitch

This is a great crochet tutorial for you to


follow. Learn how to make a cable stitch in
only eight steps. Four stitches are needed
for the cable stitch.

1. In order to make a crocheted cable


you will need 4 stitches. Therefore
chain in multiples of 4, plus add 3.
3. Skip the next stitch, double crochet
For example, 4 cables would be 16
in each of the next 3 stitches.
stitches, plus 3, equals 17, therefore
chain 17 stitches. Single crochet in
the 2nd stitch from the hook, and in
each stitch of the chain.

4. Insert the hook, from front to back,


into the first stitch skipped.

2. Chain 3 and turn.


5. Draw up a loop, loosely, bring it to
the top of the last double crochet

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worked, and finish the double


crochet with yarn over, and through
the loops.

6. Repeat steps 3, 4, and 5 across the


row. End the row with a double
crochet in the last stitch.

7. Chain 1 and turn, single crochet in


each stitch across the row.

8. Repeat the steps, starting at step 2.

9. Photo shows 3 rows of cable stitch


completed.

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How to Crochet a Checkerboard


Stitch

The checkerboard stitch is a really neat


stitch. You can use just one for a dishcloth
or crochet the squares together for a really
neat-looking afghan. This tutorial is a great
step by step guide.

1. Start with a chain. Double crochet in


the 3rd stitch from the hook, and in
the next stitch. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 across the row.
Always end with a double crochet in
the last stitch.

2. Chain 3.

5. Chain 3 and turn.

3. Skip the next 3 stitches. Double


crochet in each of the next 3
stitches.

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6. Make 2 double crochet in the chain


3 space of the previous row. (The
chain 3 takes the place of the first
double crochet.)

9. Photo shows 3 rows of


checkerboard stitch completed.

7. Chain 3, make 3 double crochet in


the chain 3 space of the previous
row.

10. One checkerboard square is shown


on the right.

8. Repeat step 6 across the row.

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How to Crochet a Crazy Shell Stitch

Follow this step by step tutorial to learn


how to make a crazy shell stitch. You first
begin in a chain with multiples of three, but
you'll read that in the tutorial. This is a
beautiful stitch you will want to learn.

1. Begin with a chain, in multiples of three, *Chain 3


plus one extra. For example, 15 plus 1, or 18
plus 1, or 21 plus 1. Make 3 double crochet
in the 4th stitch from the hook.

Make 3 double crochet in the same stitch,


skip the next 3 stitches, single crochet in the
next stitch.

Skip the next 3 stitches, single crochet in


the next stitch.
Repeat from * across the row. End with a
single crochet.

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2nd ROW: *Chain 3, make 3 double crochet in the


Chain 3 and turn. Make 3 double crochet in same chain 3 space. Single crochet in the
the single crochet of the previous row. (The next chain 3 space.
same stitch as the chain 3 just made.)

Repeat from * across the row.


3. Repeat the 2nd Row until your achieve
the required size of your project.

Single crochet in the next chain 3 space.


(You will find it on the opposite side of the
next double crochet cluster of the previous
row.)

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How to Crochet a Popcorn Stitch

Making a popcorn stitch is quite easy if you


have the proper directions on how to do so.
All you do is make a cluster of double
crochet stitches in the same stitch. This
great tutorial will show you how.

1. Chain a foundation chain which can


be divided by 3. Single crochet in the
2nd stitch from the hook and in each
stitch of the chain. 3. Slip stitch into all the 6 loops on the
hook.

2. Chain 1 and turn, single crochet in


the next 2 stitches. * In the next
stitch, make 5 double crochet,
keeping the last loop of each stitch
on the hook.

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(Single crochet in the center stitch of


the back side of the popcorn stitch.)

7. Repeat the sequence of steps 2, 3, 4,


5, for the number of rows required
to complete your project.

4. Single crochet in the next 3 stitches.

5. Repeat step 2, 3, and 4 across the


row, beginning at * in step 2.

6. Chain 1 and turn, single crochet in


each stitch across the row. ( In the
popcorn stitch, single crochet in the
center stitch.) (2 rows of popcorn stitch
completed) (3 rows of popcorn
stitch completed.)

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How to Crochet a Shell Stitch

Follow this seven step tutorial to learn how


to crochet a shell stitch. You can then use
this stitch in any pattern you wish.

1. Start with a chain.

5. Repeat step 4 across the row.

2. Double crochet in the 3rd stitch


from the hook.

6. At the end of the row, turn, slip


stitch in the first 3 stitches, chain 2,
make 4 double crochet in the same
3. Make 4 more double crochet stitch. Then repeat step 4 across the
stitches in the same stitch. row.
7. Repeat step 6 for each subsequent
row of the shell stitch.

4. Skip the next 3 stitches, make 5


double crochet in the next stitch.

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How to Crochet a Treble Stitch 9. Pull through 2 loops. (2 loops


remaining on the hook.
This tutorial shows many images that will
help you crochet a treble stitch. Use this
tutorial and then show others how to do
this stitch.

Steps:

10. Hook onto the yarn.

11. Pull through the last 2 loops on the


hook (1 loop remaining on the
hook.) Repeat steps from 2 to 11 for
each treble crochet.

1. To start to make a row of treble 12. At the end of the row of treble
crochet, first chain 3. crochet, chain 3.

2. Yarn over the hook 2 times. (3 loops 13. Turn the work to begin working on
on the hook.) the next row.

3. Insert the hook into the next stitch. NOTE: Always insert the hook into
the second stitch of the row, as the
4. Hook onto the yarn. chain 3 is equivalent to the first
treble crochet of the row. Photo 14.
5. Pull through the stitch. (4 loops on
the hook.)

6. Hook onto the yarn.

7. Pull through 2 loops. (3 loops


remaining on the hook.)

8. Hook onto the yarn.

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How to Crochet the Magic Circle

There are several ways to start a round.


One of those ways is the magic circle. The
magic circle allows you to pull the hole
closed. Follow this tutorial to learn this
stitch.

When crocheting in the round, there are Pull through the first loop.
several ways to start.
You may chain 4, slip stitch to join and form
a ring.
You may chain 3, and make double crochet
stitches in the 3rd stitch from the hook
Or
You may begin with the magic circle.
The first two methods will leave a hole in
the center of your work.
The ‘Magic Circle’ will allow you to pull the Pick up the yarn again, to make a chain
hole closed. stitch.

To make the magic circle, first begin in the


same manner as usual in crochet.

Make a loop.

Pull through the loop. (Chain stitch


completed.)

Pick up the yarn.

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Pick up the yarn again to begin a single


crochet stitch.

At the end of the round of single crochet


stitches, pull on the yarn end to gather the
hole closed, and continue with your
Pull through the loop. pattern.

Pick up the yarn again, and finish the single


crochet stitch. Photo below shows the magic circle
finished, with the hole gathered closed.

Continue to make single crochet stitches in


the main loop.

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Reverse Single Crochet Stitch-Crab


Stitch
3. Yarn over, and pull through the
stitch, just as you would for a single
The reverse single crochet stitch is a crochet.
versatile stitch for producing a Bouillon
edge to finished projects. You can learn this
stitch for the edges of afghans, place-mats,
or other square items that need a more
substantial edge. This is a simple tutorial.

1. After completing a row of single


crochet stitches, do not turn.

4. Yarn over again, and pull through


the two loops on the hook.

(Completed row of single crochet


stitches.)

2. Do not turn the work. Insert the


hook back into the 2nd last stitch
completed.
5. Insert the hook into the next stitch.

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your finished projects.

6. Yarn over, and pull through.

7. Yarn over, and pull through the two


loops on the hook.

8. Continue making the reverse single


crochet across the row, and the end
result is a lovely, coiled style edge to

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Tunisian Crochet Stitch

The Tunisian crochet stitch is known by


several names: The Afghan stitch, Railroad
Knitting, Hook, knitting, tricot crochet,
shepherd’s knitting. Follow this step by step
tutorial to learn the famous Tunisian
crochet stitch.

Unless you have a traditional Tunisian


crochet hook, which is a very long handled
crochet hook, then Tunisian crochet is really
only practical for making smaller items,
such as wallets, headbands, belts, and other
small items which don’t require more than
a dozen stitches across the row. That’s
because all the stitches stay on the hook,
and any more than that, they will fall off the
back end of the hook!
So if you had a chain of 13 stitches, you will
So, to begin Tunisian crochet, first chain as have 12 loops on the hook.
many stitches as your project requires.
Now, do not turn the work,* yarn over, and
pull through 2 loops. Repeat from * all
across the row, until you have only one loop
remaining on the hook.

Then work back down the chain, as though


making the first half of a single crochet, but
keeping that loop on the hook as you
progress down the row. At the end of the
row, you will have as many loops on your
hook as your chain (minus 1 to
accommodate the turn.)

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Yarn over, and pull through to the front,


keeping the loop on the hook.

Now, you proceed back down the row


again, picking up a loop at each stitch. (Pass
the hook through the stitch that looks like a
knitting stitch, and pass right through to the
other side. (2nd photo below.). Count the Continue down the row.
number of loops on the hook to maintain
the correct number of stitches in each row.
(It’s easy to miss the last stitch if you are
not counting!)

4 rows of Tunisian stitch completed.

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Tunisian stitch, viewed from the back side.

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Crochet Afghan Patterns FIRST SQUARE 1


Rnd 1: With B ch 4; 2 dc in 4th ch from
Beginner Granny Afghan hook, ch 3, [3 dc in same st, ch 3] 3 times
more; join with a slip st to top of ch-3.
By: Kathleen Sams for Red Heart Yarn Fasten off.
Rnd 2: Join C in any ch-3 space; (ch 3, 2 dc,
Use this free crochet afghan pattern to ch 3, 3 dc) all in same space, ch 1, * (3 dc, ch
make a beautiful versatile granny afghan. 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space, ch 1; repeat
The colorful flowers make a really nice from * around; join in top of ch-3.
design. Follow the diagram to get a granny Fasten off.
just as good as this one. Rnd 3: Join D in any ch-1 space; (ch 4, 2 tr,
ch 3, 3 tr) all in same space for corner, ch 3,
skip ch-3 space, * (3 tr, ch 3, 3 tr) all in next
ch-1 space for corner, ch 3, skip ch-3 space;
repeat from * around; join. Fasten off.
Rnd 4: Join A in any corner ch-3 space; (ch
3, 2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in same space, ch 3, *
working over the ch-3 of
Rnd 3, 3 dc into ch-3 space of Rnd 2, ch 3
**, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next ch-3 space,
ch 3; repeat from * around, end at **; join.
First Square Only-Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in same st
as joining, sc in next 2 dc, * 3 sc in corner
ch-3 space, sc in next 3 dc, ch 1; working
over the ch-3 space of Rnd 4, sc in 2nd tr of
3-tr group of Rnd 3 – long sc made; ch 1, sc
Materials: in next 3 dc, ch 1, long sc, ch 1, sc in next 3
dc; repeat from * around; join. Fasten off.
 RED HEART® “Super Saver®”: 3 skeins All Remaining Squares-Joining Rnd 5: Ch 1,
313 Aran sc in same st as joining, sc in next 2 dc, sc in
 A, 1 skein each 320 Cornmeal B, 661
corner ch-3 space, slip st in center sc of
Frosty Green C,
corner of completed square, sc in corner
 528 Medium Purple D, 774 Light
Raspberry E, and 382 space of square in progress, [sc in next 3 dc,
 Country Blue F. slip st in corresponding ch-1 space of
 Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9]. completed square, long sc, slip st in next ch-
 Yarn needle. 1 space of completed square] twice, sc in
next 3 dc, sc in next ch-3 corner space, slip
GAUGE: Square measures 5½” x 5½”. CHECK st in center sc of next corner of completed
YOUR square, sc in corner space of square in
GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the progress – one side joined; * [sc in next 3
gauge. dc, ch 1, long sc, ch 1] twice **, sc in next 3
NOTE: After the first square, all others are dc, 3 sc in corner ch-3 space; repeat from *
joined while working Rnd 5. around, end at **; join. Fasten

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off.
Note: Join on 2 sides in similar manner
when necessary.

SQUARES 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)


Work Rnds 1-4 same as First Square 1 and
Joining Rnd
5 as above in the following color sequences
following the diagram:
Square 1 (Make 7 More): B, C, D, A, A.
Square 2 (Make 5): C, D, E, A, A.
Square 3 (Make 5): C, E, C, A, A.
Square 4 (Make 7): F, C, B, A, A.
Square 5 (Make 5): E, F, D, A, A.
Square 6 (Make 6): D, B, E, A, A.
Square 7 (Make 5): E, B, C, A, A.
Square 8 (Make 7): D, F, B, A, A.
Square 9 (Make 4): F, E, C, A, A.
Square 10 (Make 4): B, F, E, A, A.
Border
Rnd 1: With right side facing, join D in any
st; ch 1, sc evenly around entire afghan,
taking care to keep work flat
and working 3 sc in each corner; join with a
slip st in first sc. Fasten off.
Rnd 2: With right side facing, join E in any
st; ch 1, sc in each sc around and work 3 sc
in center sc of corner 3-sc group; join.
Fasten off.
Rnds 3-6: Repeat Rnd 2 with B, D, F, A.
Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS: A, B, etc. = color A, B, etc.;


ch = chain;
dc = double crochet; mm = millimeters; rnd
= round;
sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); tr =
treble crochet;
* or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or
** as indicated.

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Blush Rose Afghan loop, yo and draw through 2 loops] twice all
in st indicated, yo and draw through all 3
By: Carol Alexander for Red Heart Yarn loops on hook.

Feel the love and warmth in this blush rose DCL (double cluster) = For Row 1 Only: [yo
afghan. This intermediate crochet pattern and draw up a loop, yo and draw through 2
makes a great gift and looks lovely in the loops] twice all in same ch as last cluster,
springtime. skip next 3 ch, [yo and draw up a loop, yo
and draw through 2 loops] twice all in next
ch, yo and draw through all 5 loops on
hook. For All Other Rows: [yo and draw up
a loop, yo and draw through 2 loops] twice
all in same st as last cluster, skip next petal,
[yo and draw up a loop, yo and draw
through 2 loops] twice all in top of next
cluster, yo and draw through all 5 loops on
hook.

Petal = ch 3, dc in 3rd ch from hook.

2-tr-cl (3-tr-cl) [2 treble cluster (3 treble


cluster)] = * [yo] twice, draw up a loop in
space indicated, [yo and draw through 2
loops] twice; repeat from * once (twice)
more, yo and draw through 2 (3) loops, yo
and draw through last 2 loops on hook.

AFGHAN
Afghan measures 50" x 63".
Ch 127.
Row 1 (Wrong Side): Dc in 3rd ch from hook
Materials:
(counts as beginning SCL), skip next 3 ch,
 RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 5 skeins
SCL in next ch, * work petal, work DCL;
774 Light Raspberry. repeat from * across; work petal, SCL in
 Crochet Hooks: 6.5mm [US K-10.5]. same ch as last leg of last DCL; turn.
 Yarn needle.
Row 2 (Right Side): Ch 3, dc in 3rd ch from
GAUGES: 4 DCL = 5" across; 4 rows = 4" in hook (counts as beginning SCL), skip first
pattern. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size petal, SCL in top of next cluster, * work
hook to obtain the gauge. petal, work DCL; repeat from * across
working last leg of last DCL in top of last
Special Abbreviations SCL, work petal, SCL in same st as last leg of
SCL (single cluster) = [yo and draw up a last DCL; turn.

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Rows 3-58: Repeat Row 2 for pattern. ch 1, * (sc, ch 3, sc) all in ch-3 space, ch 1,
([sc, ch 3] 3 times, sc) all in ch-5 space, ch 1,
Row 59: Ch 3, 2 dc in first cluster, ch 1, slip (sc, ch 3, sc) all in ch-3 space, ch 1 **, slip st
st in ch-3 space of first petal, * ch 3, slip st in top of next 2 clusters, ch 1; repeat from *
in next petal; repeat from * to last cluster; across, end at **; slip st in top of last
ch 3, 2 dc in last cluster, ch 2, slip st in top cluster. Fasten off.
of ch-2. Fasten off.
Lower Edge: Repeat Rows 1-4 on lower
edge.
Edging
Rnd 1: With right side facing, attach yarn at Long Sides
lower right corner of afghan; ch 1, [3 sc in Repeat Rows 1-4 on each long side using
corner, 199 sc across long side to next the SAME center corner sc as upper and
corner, 3 sc in corner, 119 sc across short lower borders to start and end Row 1.
side] twice; join with a slip st in first sc.

Rnd 2: Slip st in next (corner) sc, [3 sc in Corners: ** With wrong side facing, tack
corner sc, sc in each sc across to next together the center edges of the first 3 tr cl
corner] 4 times; join – 201 sc between on Row 2 of border on each side where
corner sc on each long edge and 121 sc they meet at corner.
between corner sc on each short edge.
Fasten off. With right side facing, attach yarn at right
edge of any corner opening in the beginning
ch-4 space of Row 3; ch 1, (sc, ch 3, sc, ch 5,
Border sc) all in same space, ch 15, slip st in first sc
Upper Edge of Row 4 of border. Fasten off.
With right side facing, attach yarn in center
corner sc at upper right corner. With right side facing, attach yarn at left
edge of same corner in the last sc of Row 4;
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in same sc, * ch 5, skip 3 sc ch 11, slip st in 4th ch of corresponding ch-
**, sc in next 7 sc; repeat from * to next 15 on opposite edge, ch 4, sc in the ending
corner sc; sc in corner sc; TURN. ch-4 space on Row 3 on same side, ch 2, slip
st in corresponding ch-5 space on opposite
Row 2: Ch 4, (2-tr-cl, ch 3, 3-tr-cl, ch 5, 3-tr- edge, ch 2, sc in same ch-4 space, ch 1, slip
cl, ch 3, 3-tr-cl) all in first ch-5 space, (3-tr- st in corresponding ch-3 space on opposite
cl, ch 3, 3-tr-cl, ch 5, 3-tr-cl, ch 3, 3-tr-cl) all edge, ch 1, sc in same ch-4 space. Fasten
in each ch-5 space across; turn. off.

Row 3: Ch 4, (3-tr-cl, ch 3, 3-tr-cl, ch 5, 3-tr- With right side facing, attach yarn in ch-11
cl, ch 3, 3-tr-cl) all in each ch-5 space across, loop; ch 1, * ([sc, ch 3] 6 times, sc) all in
ch 4, slip st in top of last cluster. Fasten off. same loop; repeat from * in next loop.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Row 4: With right side facing, attach yarn in
the first ch-3 space at beginning of Row 3; Repeat from ** for each corner.

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Soft Bobble Afghan and draw up a loop in next ch. Yoh and
draw through 2 loops on hook. Miss next 3
By: Bernat ch. Yoh and draw up a loop in next ch. Yoh
and draw through 2 loops on hook. Yoh and
Free crochet patterns like this one make it draw through all 3 loops on hook – dec2tog
all worth your time. This afghan uses a made. Rep from * to last 16 ch. (Ch 1. Miss
bobble design with a soft boucle patterns. next ch. 1 dc in next ch) 3 times. Ch 1. Miss
It's a simple-to-make crochet afghan next ch. (1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc) all in next ch. (Ch
pattern that you can keep for yourself or 1. Miss next ch. 1 dc in next ch) 4 times. Join
give as a gift. The tassels make for a great A. Ch 3. Turn.
finish. 2nd row: Miss first dc. (1 dc in next ch 1 sp.
1 dc in next dc) 4 times. *(2 dc. Ch 3. 2 dc)
all in next ch 3 sp. (1 dc in next dc. 1 dc in
next ch 1 sp) 3 times. Yoh and draw up a
loop in next dc. Yoh and draw through 2
loops on hook. Miss next dec2tog. Yoh and
draw up a loop in next dc. Yoh and draw
through 2 loops on hook. Yoh and draw
through all 3 loops on hook – dc2tog made.
(1 dc in next ch 1 sp. 1 dc in next dc) 3
times. Rep from * 7 times more. (2 dc. Ch 3.
2 dc) all in next ch 3 sp. (1 dc in next dc. 1 dc
in next ch 1 sp) 4 times. Miss next dc. 1 dc
in top of ch 3. Join MC. Ch 3. Turn.
3rd row: Miss first 3 dc. (1 dc in next dc. Ch
1. Miss next dc) 4 times. *(1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc)
Materials: all in next ch 3 sp. (Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc
in next dc) 3 times. Ch 1. Miss next dc.
 Bernat Soft Bouclé (140 g / 5 oz) Dc2tog over next 3 sts. (Ch 1. Miss next dc.
 Main Color (#06908 Sea Breeze) 4 balls 1 dc in next dc) 3 times. Ch 1. Miss next dc.
 Contrast A (#06703 Natural) 2 balls
Rep from * 7 times more. (1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc)
 Size 6.5 mm (U.S. K or 10½) crochet
hook or size needed to obtain tension.
all in next ch 3 sp. (Ch 1. Miss next dc. 1 dc
in next dc) 4 times. Ch 1. Miss next 2 dc. 1
TENSION dc in top of ch 3. Ch 3. Turn.
11 dc and 6 rows = 4 ins [10 cm]. 4th row: Miss first dc, ch 1 sp and next dc.
(1 dc in next ch 1 sp. 1 dc in next dc) 4
INSTRUCTIONS times. *(2 dc. Ch 3. 2 dc) all in next ch 3 sp.
With MC, ch 180. (1 dc in next dc. 1 dc in next ch 1 sp) 3
1st row: (WS). 1 dc in 4th ch from hook. times. Dc2tog over next 5 sts. (1 dc in next
*(Ch 1. Miss next ch. 1 dc in next ch) 3 ch 1 sp. 1 dc in next dc) 3 times. Rep from *
times. Ch 1. Miss next ch. (1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc) 7 times more. (2 dc. Ch 3. 2 dc) all in next ch
all in next ch. (Ch 1. Miss next ch. 1 dc in 3 sp. (1 dc in next dc. 1 dc in next ch 1 sp) 4
next ch) 3 times. Ch 1. Miss next ch. Yoh times. Miss next dc. 1 dc in top of ch 3. Ch

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3. Turn. Tassels: Cut a piece of cardboard 4½ ins [11


5th row: Miss first 2 dc. 1 dc in each of next cm] wide. Wind A around cardboard 25
9 dc. *(1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc) all in next ch 3 sp. 1 times. Break yarn leaving a long end and
dc in each of next 7 dc. Dc2tog over next 3 thread end through a needle. Slip needle
sts. 1 dc in each of next 7 dc. Rep from * 7 through all loops and tie tightly. Remove
times more. (1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc) all in next ch 3 cardboard and wind yarn tightly around
sp. 1 dc in each of next 9 dc. Miss next dc. 1 loops ¾ inch [2 cm] below fold. Fasten
dc in top of ch 3. Join A. Ch 3. Turn. securely. Cut through rem loops and trim
6th row: Miss first 2 dc. 1 dc in each of next ends evenly. Attach one tassel at each point
4 dc. Yoh and draw up a loop in next dc. Yoh of Afghan as illustrated.
and draw through 2 loops on hook. Yoh and
draw through one loop on hook. (Yoh and
draw up a loop in same dc. Yoh and draw
through 2 loops on hook. Yoh and draw
through one loop on hook) 4 times. Yoh and
draw through all 6 loops on hook – Bobble
made. 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. Bobble in
next dc. 1 dc in next dc. *(1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc)
all in next ch 3 sp. 1 dc in next dc. (Bobble in
next dc. 1 dc in each of next 2 dc) twice.**
Dc2tog over next 3 sts. (1 dc in each of next
2 dc. Bobble in next dc) twice. 1 dc in next
dc. Rep from * 7 times more, then from * to
** once. 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. Miss next
dc. 1 dc in top of ch 3. Join MC. Ch 3. Turn.
7th row: Miss first 2 dc. 1 dc in each of next
9 sts. *(1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc) all in next ch 3 sp. 1
dc in each of next 7 sts. Dc2tog over next 3
sts. 1 dc in each of next 7 sts. Rep from * 7
times more. (1 dc. Ch 3. 1 dc) all in next ch 3
sp. 1 dc in each of next 9 sts. Miss next dc. 1
dc in top of ch 3. Ch 3. Turn.
8th row: As 5th row, do not join A at end of
row.
9th row: As 3rd row. Join A. Ch 3. Turn.
10th row: With A, as 4th row ending with
join MC. Ch 3. Turn.
Rep 3rd to 10th rows until work from beg
measures approx 65 ins [139.5 cm], ending
on a 3rd row and omitting turning ch at end
of last row. Fasten off.

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Squares Throw STITCHES USED


Chain (ch), Double crochet (dc), Single
By: Caron crochet (sc)
Stitch Pattern (multiple of 4 sts)
Using simply soft brites you can crochet this Row 1: Beginning in fourth ch from hook, dc
brightly colored squares throw. It's an easy in fourth ch (beg ch and dc count as first 2
crochet pattern you can whip together in no dc), sc in next 2 ch, * dc in next 2 ch, sc in
time. This is a great throw to have when next 2 ch; repeat from * across, turn.
you're camping. Row 2: Slip st in first sc, ch 3, dc in next
sc(counts as first 2 dc), sc in next 2 dc, * dc
in next 2 sc, sc in next 2 dc; repeat from *
across, end dc in last 2 sc, sc in dc and in
beg ch, turn.
Repeat Row 2 for St patt.

NOTES
1. Throw is worked in separate pieces, (4
small sections, 2 large sections).
2. Edging is worked around each section in
joined rows, then sections are joined with a
row of sc.
3. Border is worked after pieces are
assembled.

Materials: SMALL SECTIONS (Make 4; 2 using A and 2


using B)
 Caron International's Simply Soft Brites Using appropriate color, chain 35. Work in
 (100% acrylic; 6 oz/170 g, approx 315 St patt until piece measures 21" from
yds/288 m): beginning. Fasten off.
o #9607 Limelight (A), 2 skeins.
o #9605 Mango (B), 2 skeins,
LARGE SECTIONS (Make 2)
o #9610 Grape (C), 3 skeins
 Caron International's Simply Soft (100%
Using C, chain 75. Work in St patt until piece
acrylic; 6 oz/170 g, approx 315 yds/288 measures 21" from beginning. Fasten off.
m):
o #9727 Black (D), 3 skeins EDGING (All sections)
 Crochet hook: One size US I/9 (5.5 mm), Row 1: Using D, beginning in a corner ready
or size to obtain gauge to work across the first of last row of
 Tapestry needle (tn) section, * work 3 dc in corner st; working in
St pattern (dc over sc and sc over dc) work
GAUGE across to corner; work 3 dc in corner;
In Stitch pattern, 16 sts and 8 rows = 4"/10 continuing in St patt, work 2 sts in each row
cm Gauge is not critical for this project. along side edge to next corner; repeat from
* once, end join with a slip st in first dc,
turn.

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Row 2: Ch 2, work in St patt (sc over dc and


dc over sc) around, working 3 sc in center
dc of each corner, join with a slip st in first
st, turn.
Rows 3 and 4: Repeat Rows 1 and 2.
Fasten off.

FINISHING
Assembly: Using D and working in sc, join
pieces as follows:
Three Section Strips (Make 2): Join 1 A and
1 B section together at sides; join 1 C
section to B section at sides.
Throw: Join Strips together, alternating
colors sections as shown (see photo).
Border: Using D, join yarn with a slip st in
any corner.
Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 2 dc in
same space as joining (3 dc for corner),
work in dc evenly around, working 3 dc at
each corner,
join with a slip st in first st, turn.
Rows 2 – 4: Slip st to center st of corner;
repeat Row 1, working 3 dc in center st of
each corner.
Fasten off.
Weave in all ends.

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Shawl and Poncho Patterns

Broomstick Lace Shawl FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

By: Kim Guzman for Caron Yarn Shawl measures approximately 61"/155 cm
wide (at top edge, widest point) x 27"/68.5
Done in broomstick lace, this shawl crochet cm long;
pattern creates a truly elegant wrap for
night or day. This triangle crochet shawl Shawl Base (without motif strip) measures
pattern includes a floral motif border. approximately 53"/134.5 cm (at top edge,
Follow the diagram for easy assembly of widest point) x 20"/51 cm long
this intermediate crochet pattern.

GAUGE

In single crochet (worked in front loops


only), using US H-8 (5 mm) hook, 11 sts and
8 rows = 3"/7.5 cm;

Each completed motif measures 4"/10 cm.

STITCHES USED

Chain (ch)

Double crochet (dc)

Single crochet (sc)

Treble crochet (tr)


MATERIALS:

 Yarn: Caron International's Simply


SPECIAL TERM
Soft (100% acrylic; 6 oz/170 g, 315
yds/288 m skein): #9722 Plum Wine, 3
skeins sc2tog: Single crochet 2 together – Insert
 Hook: One crochet hook size US H-8 (5 hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up a
mm), or size to obtain gauge loop, (two loops on hook), insert hook in
 Size 35 (19 mm) knitting needle next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop,
 Yarn needle yarn over and draw through all three loops
on hook.

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slightly and place on knitting needle.


*Working in front loops only, insert hook in
NOTE next sc, yarn over and draw up a loop,
extending the loop slightly place loop on
The shawl includes rows of Broomstick the knitting needle; repeat from * to last sc;
(Jiffy) lace. There are two steps in working insert hook in front loop of last sc, yarn over
Broomstick lace. First, loops of stitches are and draw up a loop, place loop on the
extended and placed on a large knitting knitting needle, insert hook in back loop of
needle (the broomstick). Next the loops are last sc, yarn over and draw up a loop, place
worked off the needle with single crochet. loop on the knitting needle, turn—8 loops
on needle.

Row 7 (closing loops): Working loosely,


HELPFUL insert hook in first loop on knitting needle,
yarn over and draw up a loop; ch 1, 2 sc in
In Broomstick lace, there are many different same loop; remove loop from knitting
ways to hold the large knitting needle. needle, *sc in next loop on knitting needle,
Experiment with different grips and remove loop from knitting needle; repeat
placement of the large knitting needle to from * until all loops are removed from
find a position that works for you. knitting needle, turn—9 sts.

Row 8 (RS): Ch 1, working in front loops


only, sc in each st to last st, 2 sc in last st,
SHAWL turn—10 sc.

Base Row 9: Ch 2, turn, sc in second ch from


hook; working in front loops only, sc in each
Ch 4. sc across, turn—11 sc.

Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in Rows 10–69: Repeat 4–9 ten times—71 sc.
each remaining ch across, turn—3 sc.
Row 70: Ch 1, working in front loops only,
Row 2 (RS): Ch 1, working in front loops sc in each st across to last 2 sts, sc2tog,
only, sc in each st to last st, 2 sc in last st, turn—70 sts.
turn—4 sc.
Row 71: Ch 1, working in front loops only,
Row 3: Ch 2, turn, sc in second ch from sc2tog, sc in each remaining st across,
hook; working in front loops only, sc in each turn—69 sts.
sc across, turn—5 sc.
Row 72: Hold knitting needle close to work.
Rows 4 and 5: Work Rows 2 and 3—7 sc. Extend loop on hook slightly and place on
knitting needle. *Working in front loops
Row 6 (opening loops): Hold knitting only, insert hook in next sc, yarn over and
needle close to work. Extend loop on hook draw up a loop, extending the loop slightly

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place loop on the knitting needle; repeat MOTIF (make 19)


from * to last sc; leave last sc unworked,
turn—68 loops on needle. Ch 4; join with slip st in first ch to form a
ring.
Row 73 (closing loops): Working loosely,
insert hook into first 2 loops on knitting Round 1: Ch 1, work 7 sc in ring; join with
needle at the same time, yarn over and slip st in first sc.
draw up a loop; ch 1, inserting hook into
first 2 loops at the same time, work 1 sc; Round 2: Ch 8, slip st in same st as join,
remove loops from knitting needle, *sc in *(slip st, ch 8, slip st) in next sc; repeat from
next loop on knitting needle, remove loop * 6 more times; (sl st, ch 4, tr) in first sc (at
from knitting needle; repeat from * until all base of beginning ch-8).
loops are removed from knitting needle,
turn—67 sts. Round 3: Ch 1, sc in space formed by last st
of previous round, ch 2, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in
Row 74: Ch 1, working in front loops only, next ch-8 space, ch 2, *sc in next ch-8 sp, ch
sc in each st across to last 2 sc, sc2tog, 2, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch-8 sp, ch 2;
turn—66 sts. repeat from * 2 more times; join with slip st
in first sc.
Row 75: Ch 1, working in front loops only,
sc2tog, sc in each remaining st across, Round 4: Ch 1, sc in same st as join, 2 sc in
turn—65 sts. next ch-2 sp, sc in next 2 dc, (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc)
in next ch-2 sp, sc in next 2 dc, 2 sc in next
Rows 76 and 77: Repeat Rows 74 and 75— ch-2 sp, *sc in next sc, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp,
63 sts. sc in next 2 dc, (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) in next ch-2
sp, sc in next 2 dc, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp;
Rows 78–137: Repeat Rows 72–77 ten repeat from * 2 more times; join with slip st
times—3 sts. in first sc. Fasten off.

Row 138: Ch 1, working in front loops only, Assemble Motif Strip


sc in first st, sc2tog—1 st. Fasten off.
Arrange motifs according to assembly
Edging diagram. Using yarn needle, whipstitch
motifs together.
With WS facing and point facing upwards,
join yarn with slip st in lower side corner.

Row 1: Ch 1, working along lower edge of FINISHING


shawl base, work 133 sc evenly spaced to
point of shawl, 2 sc in point, work 133 sc Join Base and Motif Strip
evenly spaced to opposite corner of shawl
base—268 sc. Fasten off. With WS facing, join yarn with slip st in
inner corner of first motif of strip.

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Row 1: Hold piece to work along inner v- Round 1: Ch 1, work sc evenly spaced
edge of motif strip; ch 1, working along around entire shawl, working 3 sc in each
inner edge of motif strip, work 268 sc corner and point of shawl; join with slip st in
evenly spaced across inner edge to opposite first st.
corner of motif strip, turn.
Round 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc around,
Row 2 (opening loops): Hold knitting working 3 sc in each corner and point of
needle close to work. Extend loop on hook shawl; join with slip st in first st. Fasten off.
slightly and place on knitting needle.
*Working in front loops only, insert hook in Using yarn needle, weave in ends.
next sc, yarn over and draw up a loop,
extending the loop slightly place loop on
the knitting needle; repeat from * across,
turn—268 loops on needle.

Row 3 (closing loops): Working loosely,


insert hook in first loop on knitting needle,
yarn over and draw up a loop; ch 1, sc in
same loop; remove loop from knitting
needle, *sc in next loop on knitting needle,
remove loop from knitting needle; repeat
from * until all loops are removed from
knitting needle, turn—268 sts.

Fasten off. Align sts of Row 3 with sts of


shawl edging. Using yarn needle, whipstitch
shawl base and motif strip together, sewing
through corresponding sts.

Border

Note: The shawl has two side corners and


one point. The corners are located at each
side and correspond to the outer corners of
the first and last motifs of the motif strip.
The point is located at the lowest point of
the shawl and corresponds with the lowest
point of the center motif of the motif strip.

With RS facing, join yarn with slip st in any


st along edge of shawl.

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Daisy Bag and Poncho  Main Color (MC) (Orange) 1 ball


 Contrast A (Yellow) 1 ball
 Contrast B (Aqua) 1 ball
By: Bernat
 Size 5 mm (U.S. H or 8) crochet hook or
size needed to obtain gauge.
This easy crochet pattern is perfect for the  Pair of Handles 6 ins [15 cm] wide and
spring season. This poncho and bag would ½ yd [0.5 m] of lining fabric for Bag.
make a great Easter outfit for anyone.
Bright floral motifs really make it pop. ABBREVIATIONS
Approx = Approximately.
Beg = Beginning.
Ch = Chain.
Cont = Continue(ity).
Dc = Double crochet.
Hdc = Half double crochet.
Rep = Repeat.
Rnd(s) = Round(s).
RS = Right side.
Sc = Single crochet.
Sl st = Slip stitch.
Sp = Space.
St(s) = Stitch(es).
Tog = Together.
WS = Wrong side.
Poncho: To fit bust measurement
Yoh = Yarn over hook.
Extra-Small/Extra-Large
28 - 42 ins [71 - 106.5 cm]
INSTRUCTIONS
2 Extra-Large/5 Extra-Large
Motif I
44 - 62 " [112 - 157.5"]
With MC, ch 5. Join with sl st to form a ring.
Bag: Approx 11½ ins [29 cm] wide and 12
1st rnd: Ch 1. 12 sc in ring. Join with sl st to
ins [30.5 cm] high (excluding handles).
first sc. Break MC.
2nd rnd: Join A with sl st to any sc. *Ch 7. 1
GAUGE
sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 hdc in next ch. 1
14 dc and 7 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].
dc in each of next 2 ch. 1 hdc in each of last
One Motif = approx 4 ins [10 cm].
2 ch. ** Sl st in each of next 2 sc. Rep from *
4 times more, then from * to ** once. Sl st
MATERIALS
in last sc. Fasten off.
 Bernat® Satin (100 g/3.5 oz)
 Sizes XS/XL (2XL/5XL) Motif II
 Poncho Work as for Motif I substituting B for A.
 Main Color (MC) (Orange) 2-2 balls
 Contrast A (Yellow) 1-1 ball Poncho
 Contrast B (Aqua) 1-1 ball The instructions are written for smaller size.
 Bag

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If changes are necessary for larger size the Strip.


instructions will be written thus ( ). *Make Motif II, joining 2 side petals to
Motif I as before, then miss next 12 dc of
First Strip (Daisies) Second Strip and join tip of bottom petal
Make Motif I. with sl st to next dc.*
Make Motif II, joining to Motif I as follows: Rep from * to * alternating Motifs I and II
2nd rnd: Join B with sl st to any sc. *Ch 7. 1 until there are 12 (14) Motifs in total.
sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 Join last Motif II to first Motif I in same
dc in each of next 2 ch. 1 hdc in each of last manner to form a ring.
2 ch.** Sl st in each of next 2 sc.* Rep from
* to * twice more. (Ch 7. Sl st in point of Fourth Strip (Top Edge)
adjoining petal of Motif I. 1 sc in 2nd ch 1st rnd: With RS facing, join MC with sl st in
from hook. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 dc in each of point of top petal of First Motif I in Third
next 2 ch. 1 hdc in each of last 2 ch. Sl st in Strip. *Ch 10. Sl st in point of top petal of
each of next 2 sc) twice. Rep from * to ** next Motif. Rep from * around, ending with
once. Sl st in last sc. Fasten off. ch 10. Join with sl st to first sl st.
Cont working Motifs I and II, joining as 2nd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *1 dc in each
above until there are 14 (16) Motifs in total. of next 10 ch. 1 dc in next sl st. Rep from *
Join last Motif II to first Motif I in same around, ending with sl st in top of ch 3. 132
manner to form a ring. (154) dc.
3rd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *Dc2tog. 1 dc
Second Strip in each of next 2 (1) dc. Rep from * to last 3
1st rnd: With RS facing, join MC with sl st in (0) dc. (Dc2tog) 1 (0) time. 1 dc in each of
point of top petal of First Motif A in First last 1 (0) dc. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. 99
Strip. *Ch 12. Sl st in point of top petal of (103) dc. Fasten off.
next Motif. Rep from * around, ending with
ch 12. Join with sl st to first sl st. Bottom Edging
2nd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *1 dc in each 1st rnd: With RS facing, join MC with sl st in
of next 12 ch. 1 dc in next sl st. point of bottom petal of First Motif I in First
Rep from * around, ending with sl st in top Strip. *Ch 12. Sl st in point of bottom petal
of ch 3. 182 (208) dc. of next Motif. Rep from * around, ending
3rd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *(Yoh and draw with ch 12. Join with sl st to first sl st.
up a loop in next dc. Yoh and draw through 2nd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *1 dc in each
2 loops on hook) twice. Yoh and draw of next 12 ch. 1 dc in next sl st. Rep from *
through all loops on hook – dc2tog made. 1 around, ending with sl st in top of ch 3. 182
dc in each of next 5 (6) dc. Rep from * to (208) dc.
last 6 (7) dc. Dc2tog. 1 dc in each of last 4 3rd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1 dc in each dc
(5) dc. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. Fasten around. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. Fasten
off. 156 (182) dc. off.

Third Strip (Daisies) Bag


Make Motif I, joining tip of petal with sl st
to joining sp at end of 3rd rnd of Second First Strip (Daisies)
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Make Motif II, joining to Motif I as follows: with sl st to first sl st.


2nd rnd: Join B with sl st to any sc. *Ch 7. 1 2nd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *1 dc in each
sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 of next 12 ch. 1 dc in next sl st. Rep from *
dc in each of next 2 ch. 1 hdc in each of last around, ending with sl st in top of ch 3. 78
2 ch.** Sl st in each of next 2 sc.* Rep from dc.
* to * twice more. (Ch 7. Sl st in point of 3rd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *Dc2tog. 1 dc
adjoining petal of Motif I. 1 sc in 2nd ch in each of next 11 dc. Rep from * to end of
from hook. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 dc in each of row. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. 72 dc.
next 2 ch. 1 hdc in each of last 2 ch. Sl st in Fasten off.
each of next 2 sc) twice. Rep from * to **
once. Sl st in last sc. Fasten off. Divide for Handles: Next row: With RS
Cont working Motifs I and II, joining as facing, join MC with sl st to 5th st before
above until there are 6 Motifs in total. Join joining sl st of last rnd. Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1
last Motif II to first Motif I in same manner dc in each of next 35 sts. Turn.
to form a ring. Next row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1 dc in each
dc across.
Second Strip (Daisies) Rep last row once more. Fasten off.
Work as for First Strip, beg with Motif B and With RS facing, join MC with sl st to next st
joining tips of bottom petals to tips of top and work 3 rows as for first side.
petals of First Strip.
FINISHING: Cut lining fabric 13 x 24 ins [33 x
Bottom Edging 61 cm]. With WS tog sew side seams using
1st rnd: With RS facing, join MC with sl st in French seam, so that finished seams are on
point of bottom petal of First Motif I in First WS of lining. Press top hem to WS and sew
Strip. *Ch 14. Sl st in point of bottom petal in position.
of next Motif. Rep from * around, ending Place lining inside Bag so RS of fabric shows
with ch 14. Join with sl st to first sl st. behind Motifs.
2nd rnd: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *1 dc in each Sew top edge of lining to Bag below handle
of next 14 ch. 1 dc in next sl st. Rep from * extensions, pleating lining to fit. Tack
around, ending with sl st in top of ch 3. 90 bottom fold of lining to WS of bottom seam
dc. of Bag.
3rd and 4th rnds: Ch 3 (counts as dc). 1 dc Fold handle extensions through handles.
in each dc around. Join with sl st to top of Sew in position.
ch 3. Fasten off. Place RS tog along bottom
edge and work 1 row of sc through both French Seam
thicknesses of last rnd to join bottom seam. With WS tog stitch a seam ⅜ inch [1 cm]
wide. Trim this seam to ⅛ inch [3 mm] and
Top Edging press to one side. Fold fabric with RS tog
1st rnd: With RS facing, join MC with sl st in along seam line and press. Stitch a seam¼
point of top petal of First Motif II in First inch [6 mm] from fold.
Strip. *Ch 12. Sl st in point of bottom petal
of next Motif.
Rep from * around, ending with ch 12. Join

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Elegant Sport Shawl ch-1 sp of first Shell. *Ch 5. 1 sc in center


ch-1 sp of next Shell. Rep from * to last sc. 1
By: Bernat dtr in last sc. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first sc. *Shell in 3rd
Use a free crochet shawl pattern like this ch of ch 5. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last
one to make for yourself or a friend. It's an sc.
easy crochet pattern that will add a touch Rep last 2 rows until 1 Shell rem. Fasten off.
of elegance to any outfit.

Materials:

 (Solids:85 g/3 oz) 2 balls


 OR
 (Ombres:70 g/2.4 oz) 3 balls
 Size 4 mm (U.S. G or 6) crochet hook or
size needed to obtain gauge.

GAUGE: 4 shells and 6 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].

ABBREVIATIONS
www.bernat.com/glossary.php

INSTRUCTIONS
Ch 238 loosely.
Foundation row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from
hook. Miss next 3 ch. [(1 dc. Ch 1) 3 times. 1
dc] in next ch – Shell made. *Miss next 5 ch.
Shell in next sc. Rep from * to last 4 ch. Miss
next 3 ch. 1 sc in last ch. Turn. 39 Shells.
1st row: Ch 5 (counts as dtr). 1 sc in center

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 Satin Rosette (For Ear)


Amigurumi Patterns
Notes:

Hello Kitty  Worked in continuous rounds; do not


join and do not turn unless specified.
By: Armina Parnagian, Crafts by AP  Use stitch marker to indicate beginning
of rounds.
 Lion Brand Baby Soft is a light worsted
Make a tiny crochet hello kitty with this
weight yarn.
amigurumi crochet pattern designed by  Yarn listed is what I used – Size may
Armina Parnagian. A group of four crochet vary with other yarns.
kitties in coordinating baby soft yarns is just
about the cutest thing you can imagine. Abbreviations:

SC = Single Crochet
HDC = Half Double Crochet
Ch = Chain
Rnd(s) = Round(s)
Beg = Beginning
SL ST = Slip Stitch
Sts = Stitches
2tog = Crochet 2 stitches together
(decrease)
* = Repeat stitches from * to
end of *
2nd = Second
Approx = Approximately

Head:

Ch 2
Materials:
Rnd 1: Work 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook = 5
 Size US-C/2.5mm Crochet Hook
sc
 Lion Brand Baby Soft – White Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each sc = 10 sc
 Lion Brand Baby Soft - Pink Rnd 3: *Sc in first sc, 2 sc in 2nd sc*, repeat
 6mm Safety Eyes from * around = 15 sc
 Black Embroidery Floss (For Whiskers) Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc*,
 Yellow Embroidery Floss (For Nose) repeat from * around = 20 sc
 Sewing Needle
 Sewing Thread Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc*,
 Blunt Needle repeat from * around = 25 sc
 Polyester Fiberfill

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Rnds 6-8: Sc in each sc around With Pastel Pink Yarn, Ch 2


Rnd 9: *Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc*,
repeat from * around = 30 sc Rnd 1: Work 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook = 5 sc
Rnd 10: *Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc*, Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each sc = 10 sc
repeat from * around = 35 sc Rnd 3: *Sc in first sc, 2 sc in 2nd sc*, repeat
Rnds 11-13: Sc in each sc around from * around = 15 sc
Rnd 14: *Sc in next 5 sc, sc 2tog*, repeat Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc*,
from * around = 30 sc repeat from * around = 20 sc
Rnd 15: *Sc in next 4 sc, sc 2tog*, repeat Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc*,
from * around = 25 sc repeat from * around = 25 sc
Rnd 16: *Sc in next 3 sc, sc 2tog*, repeat Rnd 6: *Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc*,
from * around = 20 sc repeat from * around = 30 sc
Rnd 17: *Sc in next 2 sc, sc 2tog*, repeat Rnds 7-11: Sc in each sc around
from * around = 15 sc Rnd 12: *Sc in next 4 sc, sc 2tog*, repeat
Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for from * around = 25 sc
sewing. Insert safety eyes. Stuff head. Do Rnd 13: *Sc in next 3 sc, sc 2tog*, repeat
not sew opening closed. from * around = 20 sc
Rnd 14: *Sc in next 2 sc, sc 2tog*, repeat
from * around = 15 sc
Ears: (Make 2) Rnd 15: *Sc in next sc, sc 2tog*, repeat from
* around = 10 sc
Ch 2
Rnd 1: Work 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook = 5 sc Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for
Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around = 10 sc sewing. Stuff body and sew opening
Rnd 3-4: Sc in each sc around closed. (This will be the bottom of the
Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for body). Flatten bottom and shape body into
sewing. Do not stuff ears. Sew ears on head. an oval.

Finishing the Head: Arms: (Make 2)

 Thread sewing needle with yellow Ch 2


embroidery floss and sew the nose. Rnd 1: Work 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook = 5 sc
 Now thread the sewing needle with Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around = 10 sc
black embroidery floss and sew the Rnds 3-7: Sc in each sc around
whiskers, three whiskers on each side.
 Thread needle with sewing thread and
Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for
sew the rosette on one ear.
sewing. Do not stuff arms. Flatten arms
The head is done – now work on the body, slightly and sew on body in front.
arms and legs.
Legs (Make 4)
Body:
Ch 2

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Rnd 1: Work 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook = 5 sc


Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around = 10 sc
Rnds 3-5: Sc in each sc around

Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for


sewing. Do not stuff legs. Sew the legs on
body. Flatten the bottom of the body so the
Kitty can sit. After the legs are sewn, gently
push the legs inward toward the body to
shape.

Your Tiny Hello Kitty is done! Tiny HK


measures 3” tall.

Tiny Hello Kitty Parade

All crocheted with Lion Brand Baby Soft –

 Pastel Pink
 Pastel Yellow
 Bubble Gum
 Lavender

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Princess and Frog SIZE: Princess measures 6” tall. Frog


measures 6½” high from top of eyes to
By: Michele Wilcox for Red Heart Yarn bottom of body.

With this crochet frog and crochet princess, GAUGE: 16 sc = 4”; 20 rnds = 4” in sc.
kids can act out the classic fairytale by CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to
Brothers Grimm, "The Frog Prince," recently obtain the gauge.
adapted by Disney into an animated film.
This crochet toy pair makes for fun make- SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS:
believe during play-time. inc (increase) = 2 sc in next sc.
dec (decrease) = draw up a loop in each of
next 2 sc, yarn over and draw through all 3
loops on hook.

NOTE: Work in continuous rounds of sc


without joining unless otherwise indicated.
Place a marker in first stitch of round and
move up each round.

PRINCESS
HEAD AND BODY: Begin at top of head with
B, ch 2.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook.
Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each sc around – 12 sc.
Rnd 3: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc] 6 times
– 18 sc.
Rnd 4: [Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 6
times – 24 sc.
Materials: Rnd 5: [Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc]
6times – 30 sc.
 Yarn: RED HEART® “Super Saver®”- Rnds 6-12: Sc in each sc around.
Princess: 1 Skein each 381 Light Blue A, Rnd 13: [Dec] 15 times – 15 sc.
313 Aran B, 321 Gold C, 324 Bright Neck-Rnd 14: [Sc in next 3 sc, dec] 3 times –
Yellow D; Frog: 1 skein 368 Paddy Green 12 sc.
A, 12” of 256 Carrot B. Body-Rnd 15: [Inc] 12 times – 24 sc. Cut B.
 Crochet Hook: 3.75mm [US F-5]. Stuff head.
 Split-lock stitch marker
Rnds 16-24: With A, sc in each sc around.
 yarn needle
Stuff body.
 stuffing
 Princess: 2 small blue buttons for eyes Rnd 25: [Dec] 12 times – 12 sc.
 small amount red and black pearl Rnd 26: [Dec] 6 times – 6 sc. Fasten off.
cotton Finish stuffing.
 red crayon for cheeks Weave yarn tail through remaining 6 sc,
 Frog: two 12mm wiggle eyes. draw up firmly to gather; fasten securely.

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ARM (Make 2): With B, ch 2. LEG (Make 2): With B, ch 2.


Rnd 1: 6 Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Rnds 1 and 2: Repeat Rnds 1 and 2 of Head
Rnd 2: [Sc in next 2 sc, inc] twice – 8 sc. – 12 sc.
Rnds 3-6: Sc in each sc around. Fasten off. Rnd 3: Sc in each sc around.
Stuff lightly. Sew opening flat and sew in Rnd 4: Sc in first sc, [dec] 3 times, sc in last
place. 5 sc – 9 sc.
Rnds 5-7: Sc in each sc around. Fasten off.
HAIR: With D, ch 2. Stuff. Sew in place.
Rnds 1-3: Repeat Rnds 1-3 of Head – 18 sc.
Rnd 4: Working in front lps only, slip st in FROG
first sc,* ch 10, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook and HEAD AND BODY-Rnds 1-26: Work same as
in each ch across **, slip st in next sc; Princess Rnds 1-26 all with A.
repeat from * around, end at **; join.
Fasten off. Sew Rnds 1-3 to center top of EYE (Make 2): With A, ch 2.
head. Rnd 1: 6 Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Rnd 2: [Sc
in next sc, inc] 3 times – 9 sc.
CROWN: With C, ch 13. Rnd 3: Sc in each sc around. Fasten off.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each Insert wiggle eye. Sew in place at top of
ch across; turn – 12 sc. head as pictured.
Row 2: [Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in
next ch, skip next sc, sc in next sc] 6 times; ARM (Make 2)
bring beginning of this row around and join Rnds 1-3: Work same as Princess Rnds 1-3
with a slip st to first sc. Fasten off. Sew to with A.
top center of hair. Row 4: Hold work flat and work 4 sc across
through both thicknesses; turn – 4 sc.
EARS: With B, ch 2. “Fingers”-Row 5: Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from
Row 1: 3 Sc in 2nd ch from hook; turn. hook and in next ch, skip first sc on Row 4,
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, 2 slip st in next sc, [ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from
sc in last sc. Fasten off. Sew ears in place. hook and in next ch, slip st in next sc on
Row 4] twice. Fasten off. Sew in place.
Sew on button eyes with black pearl cotton.
Embroider smile with red pearl cotton. LEG (Make 2)
Color cheeks with crayon. Rnds 1-3: Work same as Princess Rnds 1- 3.
Rnds 4 and 5: Sc in each sc around. Stuff.
SKIRT: With A, ch 25. Row 6: Hold work flat and work 6 sc across
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each through both thicknesses; turn – 6 sc.
ch across; turn – 24 sc. “Toes”-Row 7: Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from hook
Row 2: Ch 3, dc in first sc, 2 dc in each sc and in next ch, skip first sc on Row 6, slip st
across; turn – 48 sts. in next sc, [ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from hook and
Row 3: Ch 3, skip first dc, dc in each dc in next ch, skip next sc, slip st in next sc]
across and in top of ch-3; turn. twice. Fasten off. Sew in place. With B,
Row 4: Ch 1, [sc in dc, skip next dc, 5 dc in stitch mouth as pictured. Weave in ends.
next dc, skip next dc] 12 times. Fasten off.
Sew to waist; sew back seam.

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Year of the Tiger Crochet Pattern GAUGE


16 sc and 20 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].
By: Lily Sugar 'n Cream Stripe Pattern
With B, work 1 rnd.
Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with this With C, work 2 rnds.
free crochet pattern for all skill levels. He's These 3 rnds form Stripe Pat.
just too cute not to keep out or give as a gift INSTRUCTIONS
to those animal lovers. HEAD
**With A, ch 2.
1st rnd: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with
sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join
with sl st to first sc. 12 sc.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next
sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first
sc. 18 sc.
4th rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join B
with sl st to first sc.
5th rnd: With B, ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around.
Join C with sl st to first sc. 36 sc.
6th rnd: With C, ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around.
Join with sl st to first sc.
First 2 rnds of Stripe Pat are complete.
MATERIALS Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, rep last rnd 7
times more.
 Lily® Sugar’n Cream(70.9 g/ 2.5 oz; 109 Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, proceed as
m/120 yds) follows:
o Contrast A (01004 Soft Next rnd: Ch 1. *Draw up a loop in each of
Ecru) 1 ball next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on
o Contrast B (01130 Warm hook – sc2tog made. 1 sc in each of next 4
Brown) 1 ball sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first
o Contrast C (01628 Hot sc. 30 sts.
Orange) 1 ball Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join
 Crochet Hook: size 3.5 mm (U.S. E or 4) with sl st to first sc.
or size needed to obtain gauge. Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sc. 1 sc
 Stuffing. in next sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st
 2 small black beads for eyes. to first sc. 20 sts.
 Small amount of black embroidery floss Stuff Head.
for nose, mouth and belly button. Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Rep
from * around. Join with sl st to first st.
MEASUREMENT Fasten off. 10 sts.
Approx 7 ins [18 cm] tall. Stuff rem of Head. Draw yarn through rem
sts. Pull tightly and fasten securely.

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First Leg Tummy


With A, ,ch 2. With A, ch 2.
1st rnd: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with 1st rnd: 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with
sl st to first sc. sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join 2nd rnd: Ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join
with sl st to first sc. 12 sc. with sl st to first sc. 16 sc.
3rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join B 3rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join
with sl st to first sc. with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.
4th rnd: With B, as 3rd rnd. With black embroidery floss, embroider
First rnd of Stripe Pat is complete. belly button.
Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, rep last rnd 3 Stuff Tummy lightly and sew to front of
times more. Fasten off at end of last rnd. Body as shown in picture.
Second Leg
Work as for First Leg. Arms (make 2)
Do not fasten off. With A, ch 2.
Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, cont as follows **1st rnd: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join
for Body: with sl st to first sc.
2nd rnd: Ch 1. *2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in next
BODY sc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first
Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc of sc. 9 sc.
Second Leg. Sl st in first sc of First Leg. 1 sc 3rd rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join B
in same sp as sl st.1 sc in each of next 11 sc with sl st to first sc.
of First Leg. 1 sc in each of last 6 sc of 4th rnd: With B, as 3rd rnd.**
Second Leg. Join with sl st to first sc. 24 sc. First rnd of Stripe Pat is complete.
Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each st around. Join Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, rep last rnd 5
with sl st to first sc. times more. Fasten off.
Keeping cont of Stripe Pat, rep last rnd 5 Stuff Arms lightly.
times more.
Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sc. 1 sc Ears (make 2)
in each of next 4 sc. Rep from * around. Join With C, ch 2. Work as given from ** to **
with sl st to first sc. 20 sts. for Arms, omitting references to color
Next rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join changes.
with sl st to first sc. Fasten off at end of last rnd.
Rep last rnd once more. Tail
Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sc. 1 sc Work as given for Arms. Stuff Tail lightly.
in each of next 3 sc. Rep from * around. Join FINISHING
with sl st to first sc. 16 sts. Sew Head to Body. Attach Ears to top of
Next rnd: Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc Head. Attach Arms to sides of Body. Attach
in each of next 2 sts. Rep from * around. Tail to back of Body. Sew beads to front of
Join with sl st to first sc. 12 sts. Fasten off. Head for Eyes. With black embroidery floss,
Stuff Body and Legs. embroider nose and mouth.

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