FREE KNIT PATTERN - Adult Hat-Cap-Beanie

KNIT ADULT HAT-CAP-BEANIE
designed and created by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor
posted on 10/28/2011

I went through some of my old yarn stash - found a big ball of yarn - I have no idea the brand - but pretty sure it’s Red Heart - anyway, I remember using it back in 1998 - yes, it’s that old - I remember making a gift for my gramma (now passed) and this is what’s left - making myself a knit hat/cap/beanie, and, if enough is left, will make a scarf.


Making it up as I go along - nothing fancy - just wanted to use it up and since I know I used this for my gramma, will be a “comfort” thing.

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I knit slower than crochet - and can’t do fancy stitches - just basic - may trim in crochet.
Knitting in the round - for me, it’s the easiest way to get that knit/pearl look without trying to count - I am really bad at that - what i like about knitting in the round is you get knit on one side and pearl on the other - and don’t have to remember to switch and do it backwards.
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With size 8 circulars, cast on 80 (why 80? just seemed to be the right size for my head)

K all around till desired length - I want it to cover my ears - leave long tail - weave through, pull tight - sew it up (optional); tie it off; make a pompom

Knitting in the round - for me, it’s the easiest way to get that knit/pearl look without trying to count - I am really bad at that - what i like about knitting in the round is you get knit on one side and pearl on the other - and don’t have to remember to switch and do it backwards


For the TRIM, I did 4 rows of SC (in back loops) with size G hook - added a nice big fluffy pompom - made it long enough to fit over my ears

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!



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10/23/2011 - BEGIN
10/24/2011 - I think I may finish this today - just in time for our snowstorm!
10/26/2011 - FINISHED!

FREE CROCHET PATTERN - 3-CABLES KITCHEN POTHOLDER

CROCHET 3-CABLES POTHOLDER

designed and created by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor

posted on 10/24/2011

Here is another kitchen potholder/cloth I designed that is very easy.
I am using red and white cotton for my kitchen - bought 2 14-oz cones - will buy more as i need them.

my own design - very simple cable
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with size H hook, CH33 (or multiples of 3+4)

ROW1 - DC in 3rd CH from hook (counts as DC here and throughout); DC across, CH2, TURN

ROW2 - FP in next 3 DCs (always leave the 1st and last one as a DC, not a cable; BP in next 3 DCs; continue to end; DC in last; CH2, TURN

REPEAT till desired size

TRIM - with ombre or alternate color of your choice, SC 3 rows (in corners, do 2SC, CH, 2SC); at end, if you want a hangin gloop, don’t cut, instead, fasten off, then CH20, SL into beginning of CH20 - makes the hanging loop.

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

FREE CROCHET PATTERN - Cable Potholder

CROCHET CABLE POTHOLDER

designed and created by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor

posted on 10/24/2011

SO FAR, THIS HAS TURNED OUT TO BE MY FAVORITE POTHOLDER DESIGN FOR MY KITCHEN - simple, and pretty.  I actually designed this several months ago - finally got around to posting it.


I am using red and white cotton for my kitchen - bought 2 14-oz cones - will buy more as i need them.

my own design - very simple cable

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with size H hook, CH33

ROW1 - DC in 3rd CH from hook (counts as DC here and throughout); DC across, CH2, TURN

ROW2 - FP in 2nd DC; BP in next; FP in next; continue to end; DC in last; CH2, TURN

REPEAT till desired size

TRIM - with WHITE, SC 2 rows; in corners, do 2SC, CH, 2SC; THEN, with RED, DC one row; with 2DC, CH1, 2DC in corners; at end, don’t cut, instead, fasten off, then CH20, SL into beginning of CH20 - makes the hanging loop.

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

FREE CROCHET PATTERN - Star Stitch Scarf

CROCHET STAR STITCH SCARF

created and designed by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor

posted on October 21, 2011

STS = star-stitch; pull up 6 on hook, pull thru, ch1 (see Crochet By Teresa's tutorial on how to make the stitch - there are more tutorials out there on this cool stitch - but I like Teresa's the best)

I used a standard Red Heart multi-colored yarn for this scarf
(If you want looser stars, use a larger hook)

With size K Hook, CH24 (use multiples of 6 for the desired width)

ROW 1 = make 7 STS ; HDC in last; CH2 turn

ROW 2 = 2 HDC in center CH of STS across (should be 7 sets of HDC); HDC in last; CH3 turn;

REPEAT ROW 1, then ROW 2 till desired length

for TRIM - I used a light blue that was almost lavendar, did SC all around, twice, then added FRINGE

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

model is my son's friend, Monica

FREE CROCHET PATTERN - Cables and Stars Adult Scarf

CROCHET CABLES AND STARS SCARF IN BABY ALPACA

designed and created by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor

posted on 10/21/2011

(For this scarf, I used Misti Baby Alpaca Yarn, 10 ply)

If you want a wider scarf, use multiples of 6

STS = Star Stitch (for first row of STS, pull up 6 loops, pull through all 6; then pull up loop in 1st stitch (the center of the STS, then on the next, which is the last of the STS you just made, you should have 3 loops on your hook, then pull up next 3 = 6, then pull through all 6 - if you don't understand, go to Janet's You Tube - from there, I have saved the demo from Crochet By Teresa - she has a hands on demo that's easy to follow - you can also go to my Ravelry Site, and search for free patterns on how to do this wonderful star stitch)

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With size K hook, CH20 (should be 4-inches wide - use size J hook if needed to make gauge)


ROW 1 - HDC in 4th CH from hook; HDC across; CH2, turn

ROW 2-12 - FPDC around next HDC; BPDC around next; repeat across; HDC in last; CH2 turn

ROW 13 - HDC across; CH3 turn

ROW 14 - begin STS (pull up 6 on loop; YO; pull through; continue across (will have 7 STS per row); HDC in last; CH2 turn

ROW 15 - 2HDC in center of each STS; HDC in last stitch (7 sets of 2HDC); CH3 turn

repeat ROW 14-15 till desired length but leave 1/2 of last skein left; then do 1 row of HDC; then 12 rows of the simple cable; bind off

This is a great alternative to the standard fringe trim.

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

FREE CROCHET PATTERN - Baby Mittens with Ribbing

CROCHET BABY MITTENS WITH RIBBING

designed and created by Janet Marston-McGregor

posted on 10/21/2011

I wanted to design something simple and easy.  This looks so precious and you can make these up very fast.

The mitten should be around 1.5 to 2 inches wide and 3.5 to 4 inches long (counting cuff) - the baby yarn I used is very soft and flexible - if you want tighter, just use a size F hook - if you are using a stiffer yarn, stick with G and increase the rows or try H

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with size G hook, CH32

ROW 1 - HDC in 3rd CH from hook; HDC across; CH2, turn

ROW 2-7 HDC in next HDC (back loops only); repeat across; CH2; turn

on ROW 7, don’t CH2, instead, fold the mitten in half; with yarn still on your hook, sew up the side; tie off.

on other side, starting from the top of mitten, sew down the side - TURN INSIDE OUT; now you can trim around the cuff any way you like - I made 2 sets of DC all around, then tie off.  For a girl, you can use a shell or other border.

Weave satin ribbon through bottom near the cuff - tie in a bow - you’re done!

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

FREE CROCHET PATTERN - Hat-Beanie-Cap with Ribbing

CROCHET BABY HAT (BEANIE, CAP) WITH RIBBING

designed and created by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor

posted on 10/21/2011

I used Bernat Lollipop Yarn - it's baby/fingering weight - any baby yarn will do

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With size G hook (H if you crochet loose), CH32 (until measures 5-5.5-inches) (for larger baby - increase to 6-7 inches)


ROW 1 = HDC in backloop of 3rd Ch from hook (counts as first HDC - do backloops throughout); HDC across (approx 29 HDCs); CH2, turn

ROW 2 = HDC across; CH2, turn

REPEAT ROW 2 (till approx 10.5-11 inches) (for larger baby, make 12-14 inches)

do not fasten off yet - fold in half (should be at least 5.5 inches when folded) - slipstitch across; leave long tail, at least 12 inches; with needle, wave through top, pull string; then sew together

make pompom (optional)

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

(shown using 3 different baby yarns - Mary Maxim, Bernat, and First Lady)

FREE CROCHET PATTERN - Ponytail Holder Scrunchie

CROCHET PONYTAIL SCRUNCHIE-HOLDER

designed and created by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor

posted on 10/21/2011

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Since I love making things myself, I make my own ponytail holder/scrunchies - here's one I made this week - it's very easy

First, buy a discount package of ponytail rubber bands in any size or kind you like - I like the black ones.

I used a chunky yarn for this one - with size J or K hook (depending on what you like), do a SC around your rubber band until it is as tight as you want it - flex it around and make sure it's all filled in - JOIN;

then, do 3DC (or more for more ruffles) in each SC all the way around; JOIN and fasten off! 

That's it - you can use any type of yarn - if you want no ruffle, don't do 3DC in each SC - either leave it as is or just add 1DC to each SC

for Fun Fur or that type of yarn, I use size J or K hook, and instead of SC around the first time, do DC around, then JOIN and FASTEN OFF - if you want more fluff, add more rows

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

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