Patriotic Pillow- free patterm

This is by far the easiest pattern for this very special pillow cover.

Tip - Measure your pillow that you want to cover (I am recovering an existing pillow that is bigger than what is suggested) and adjust your pattern.

Free Pattern: Winter Blues

But this would make very happy in blue!

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/wrap-sody-in-blue-blanket-coat
For some reason I can't seem to download the pattern, hopefully you will have better luck

Found on christmasdecorstyles202.blogspot.com 

 

Leave you with some winter magic!

 

Until we meet again,

Claudia

 

 

Free Pattern: Center Heart Square

© Jarrellj

Center Heart Square

 12 inch square

by Ginger Badger
Copyright January 2002

Materials  Worsted Weight Yarn
1 skein of red or color of choice
1 skein of white or color of choice
1 skein of navy or color of choice
Tapestry needle
H hook or size needed for gauge

Important Note:  Please read pattern all the way through before starting.

Instructions:

With Red, ch 4; join with slip st to form a ring.

Rnd 1 (right side): Ch 1, 14 sc in ring: join with slip st to first sc. 

Rnd 2: Ch 4, 2 tr in each of next 2 sc, 2 dc in each of next 2 sc, 2 hdc in each of next 2 sc, ch 1, tr in next sc, ch 1, 2 hdc in each of next 2 sc, 2 dc in each of next 2 sc, 2 tr in each of next 2 sc, ch 4, slip st in sc at base of beginning ch 4: 26 sts and 10 chs.

Rnd 3: Ch 1, working around first slip st, sc in same st as slip st, working in BLO, sc in next 4 chs, sc in next 12 sts and in next ch, 3 sc in next tr, sc in next ch, sc in next 12 sts and in next 4 chs; join with slip st to both loops of first sc: 38 sc.

Rnd 4: Working in both loops, slip st in next 2 sc, ch 1, sc in same st and in next  2 sc, 2 sc in each of next 6 sc, sc in next 8 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in each of next 6 sc, sc in next 3 sc, leave remaining sts unworked; join with slip st to first sc, 

finish off red. 49 sc.

Rnd 5: With right side facing join white with a sc in same st as joining; * ch 3, skip next sc, sc in next sc; repeat from * around; join with slip st to first sc: 25 sc and 24 ch 3 spaces.

Rnd 6: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same space, (ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp) around, dc in first sc to form last ch-3 sp.

Rnd 7: Ch 1, 3 sc in same sp, 3 hdc in next ch-3 sp, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp. (2 tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in next ch-3 sp, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, 3 hdc in next ch-3 sp, 3 sc in next ch-3 sp, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, 3 tr in next ch-3 sp, (2 tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in next ch-3 sp,  3 dc in next ch-3 sp, 3 sc in each of next 3 ch-3 sps, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, (2 tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in next ch-3 sp, 3 tr in next ch-3 sp, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, 3 sc in next ch-3 sp, 3 hdc in next ch-3 sp, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp,(2 tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in next ch-3, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, 3 hdc in last ch-3 sp; join with slip st to first sc.

Rnd 8: Ch 3, dc in next st  and each st across to corner, 2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc in corner ch sp, dc in each st across to next corner, 2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc, in corner ch 3 sp, across to join with slip st to top of beg ch-3: end off white.

Rnd 9: Join Blue in any corner ch sp, ch 5, dc, skip next 2 dc, dc ch 2 dc in next st (v-st made). Skip 2 dc , make a V-st, skip 2 dc V-st across to next corner, in corner sp make a dc, ch-3, dc skip next 2 dc and V-st, continue around, join with a slip st to third ch of starting ch 5, finish off blue.
Rnd 10: Join Red in any ch 2 space, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, 3 dc in each ch 2 sp across to corner sp, in corner sp 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc continue around, join with slip st to beginning ch 3, finish off red.
Rnd 11: Join White in center of a dc of row 10, ch 5, dc in same sp, sk next 2 dc and V-stitch in center dc of last row to corner sp, in corner sp dc ch 3 dc then continue with the V-st in center dc of previous row. You should have 9 v-stitches on each side and 4 corners for a total of 40 V-stitches. Finish off white.
Rnd 12: Join Blue with a slip st in any dc, ch 3, *dc in each ch space and each dc across, in corner sp 2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc; rep from * around. Now before you cut off the yarn of this last round, I suggest you measure now for your 12"s. If  your over, then you can rip last row out and use either a sc or hdc around so it comes out to 12". If it isn't at 12," you can add a row of sc or add a row of hdc around to make it 12". Finish off and weave in ends.Note:   I have one BIG tip for working on round 7. Please read this round one stitch at a time, do not try to repeat as they do not repeat, this is the round that makes the square shape take place and needs to be made as written one stitch at a time. Your square may look really ruffly by the time you get to round 9, but when you have added 10, 11, and 12 it will have shaped up. Just smooth it out with your hand and it does go flat and square.

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/center-heart-square

Until We Meet Again

Claudia

Free Reindeer Cup Cozy

I found this great pattern that would make a great gift.

Learn Crochet Drop Stitich

Well can you imagine a scarf in this stitch. 

I understand that this sweater is very easy to make, the machinists of the sweater that is. The stitch is another matter. I suggest that you practice this stitch a lot before you tackle the sweater. Just follow this link to Annie's Attic.

 http://www.anniescatalog.com/detail.html?code=871382&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=cj&source=CJAAFF

Kim is a great teacher and has several videos out.  

Until We Meet Again

Claudia

 

Peppermint Crochet

 

http://quirkyartistloft.blogspot.com/2013/11/free-pattern-crochet-peppermint-aftgan.html

5 Crocheted Basket Patterns

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Free Crocheted Crossword Puzzle Pattern

 

Thanks to Red Heart and Marianne Forrestal

You can make this fabulous afghan. Maybe add a matching pillow, also.

Follow the link below for printable directions.

 

http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/crossword-lovers-throw

Until we meet again,

Claudia

 

AA

 



Christmas Stocking Free Pattern

 

Christmas is right around the corner. If you don't believe it Hallmark Channel is featuring Christmas movies the week of July 4th.

 

Don't ask me why!!!

 

 

http://www.yarnmarket.com/projects/Holiday-Items-Comfort-Crocheted-Magi-Holiday-Stocking-8948.html

 

They also have this pattern for knitters!

 

Until we meet again,

Claudia



Wouldn’t This be Cute for a Little Girls Purse

 

http://www.littlethingsblogged.com/2014/06/amigurumi-owl-pattern.html

Just add crocheted shoulder strap either in the same or contrasting colors.

Follow the link for the tutorial and free pattern 

http://www.louiesloops.com/

Christmas is coming wouldn't this be a cute present?

Until we meet again

Claudia