DIY: How To Crochet A Fringe Vest! Free Crochet Pattern for July 4th!

Hello there! Seeing as July 4th is swiftly approaching, I thought I'd whip up a free crochet project that would be super easy to create just in time for the weekend!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.50MM 
Craft Scissors  
Yarn Sewing Needle
Yarn used>>3 Skeins of  from Sugar N' Cream

Size Small/Medium & Large

Stitch guide:   

DC= double crochet

SC= single crochet
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain
R[number]= Row

To start the BACK of the vest first.

[CH 51 for Small/Medium] [CH 67 for Large] or half desired waist measurement

R1: HDC into every ST for the entire first Row, turn work when complete.

R2-R5: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST..[Repeat this method until the end of every single Row.]
[Extend from R5 for extra length]

Next, to create the back.
Skip the first and last 16 STS and Insert hook into the 17 ST. For 18 STS ONLY.
R6-R10: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST..[Repeat this method until the end of every single Row.]

To create the straps of the vest. Both sides.
Insert hook, For 7 STS only left side, leave middle ST empty, Insert hook for 7 STS only right side. 
R11-R15: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST..[Repeat this method until the end of every single Row.] SS to complete work.

For the FRONT of the Vest.  

[Note: You will be creating this piece TWICE. With alternating armholes.]

[CH 26 for Small/Medium] [CH 34 for Large] or half desired waist measurement

R1: HDC into every ST for the entire first Row, turn work when complete.

R2-R5: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST..[Repeat this method until the end of every single Row.]

Next, to create the armholes. [Reminder: You will alternate where you insert your hook, for the right and left side of the top armhole.]

Skip the first and last 16 STS and Insert hook into the 17 ST. For 10 STS ONLY.
R6-R15: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, DC into the following ST..[Repeat this method until the end of every single Row.] SS to complete work.

Next, You will sew ALL of the pieces together, utilizing your yarn sewing needle and cut yarn. 

Sew the front sides to the back portion of the vest. Leave the armholes open as well as the neckline.

For the finishing technique.
SC around the entire finished sewn together vest only once, then SS to complete work.

Next, to create the fringe. OPTIONAL.
Fringe will be placed unto the BOTTOM of the vest.
You will cut 20-25 strands, depending on if you want more, cut 2 inches.
You will insert each strand into every other ST using your crochet hook to insert strand. Then bringing the strand together to knot it to the vest.

ashlee elle.

HandMade: The Set Fire Crochet Dress Pattern.

Hello there! Hope you're having a lovely week! My favorite part of this design is the back detailing! Truly, I started the concept around creating something different for this dress. A casual slight detail that wouldn't throw off the design too much. I wanted the back to be a v-neck which leaves a bit of the back open as well. It was a fun and easy dress to create and it would actually be perfect for a day on the beach as a coverall!

Pattern Details:

The yarn I used:  The yarn I used: Red from Caron Simply Soft Yarn [3 Skein Small/Medium) (4 Skeins for Large)
The hook I used:H/8-5.00MM

Get The Set Fire Crochet Dress Pattern at:

The Dream Crochet Shoppe

ashlee elle.

DIY: How To Crochet A Drawstring Sunglass Case! 4 Free Crochet Patterns!

Hello There! It's the Summer time and I wanted to create a free crochet pattern for an accessory that I will be utilizing a lot! Being a massive collector of numerous sunglasses and almost always on the hunt for new ones, this crochet pattern was an absolute make. 4 easy drawstring cases that you can make for yourself or for a loved one!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.50MM 
Craft Scissors  
Yarn Sewing Needle
Yarn used>>1 Skein of each color from Sugar N' Cream
White/Green/Yellow/Hot Pink/Black/Orange
 
Stitch guide:  
HDC= half double crochet    
SC= single crochet
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain
R[number]= Row 

Switching colors Guide:
How to Switch colors Crocheting #1
How to Switch colors Crocheting #2

The Starburst Light Drawstring Crochet Case 

Using your green skein.

CH 45
Connect the last ST to the very first ST.
Connect the chain by slip stitch, you will be working in rounds!
 
R1-R11: HDC for all of the Rows into All of the STS, SS at the End of each Row.
R12: HDC into the first [two] STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following two STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST...[*Repeat method until the very end of the Row, SS to complete entire work.]

Sewing the bottom of the drawstring case.
Using your yarn sewing needle, turn the case inside out, to sew the bottom of the case securely.

For the drawstring chain.
CH 67
Insert the complete drawstring through the open stitching from Row 12.

Detailing (orange/white/yellow)
Starting with the white yarn, I used my yarn sewing needle and started [randomly] sewing from the inside of the drawstring case, creating a star. By sewing through one ST, from the back unto the front of an adjacent ST from above. [see photo below for reference.]

The Sun Waves Drawstring Crochet Case

Using the yellow and orange skeins.
CH 45
Connect the last ST to the very first ST.
Connect the chain by slip stitch, you will be working in rounds and switching colors!

Yellow/R1: HDC the entire row into All of the STS, connect work by SS.
Yellow/R2: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work. 
Switch to orange yarn.
Orange/R3: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Yellow/R4: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Orange/R5: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Yellow/R6: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Orange/R7: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Yellow/R8: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Orange/R9: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Yellow/R10: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Orange/R11: HDC into the first 4 STS, into the 5th ST, HDC [3 times] HDC into the following 4 STS, SKIP 2 STS, [for the following 5th and 6th ST]...[Repeat this method until the very end of the Row.] SS to complete work.
Yellow/R12: HDC into the first [two] STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following two STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST...[*Repeat method until the very end of the Row, SS to complete entire work.]

Sewing the bottom of the drawstring case.
Using your yarn sewing needle, turn the case inside out, to sew the bottom of the case securely.

For the drawstring chain.
CH 67
Insert the complete drawstring through the open stitching from Row 12.

 The Dotted Drawstring Crochet Case

Using your white and black skeins.

CH 45
Connect the last ST to the very first ST.
Connect the chain by slip stitch, you will be working in rounds! 

R1-R11: HDC for all of the Rows into All of the STS, SS at the End of each Row.
R12: HDC into the first [two] STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following two STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST...[*Repeat method until the very end of the Row, SS to complete entire work.]

Sewing the bottom of the drawstring case.
Using your yarn sewing needle, turn the case inside out, to sew the bottom of the case securely.

For the drawstring chain.
CH 67
Insert the complete drawstring through the open stitching from Row 12.
Detailing 
To create the circles, the dots. Using the black yarn.
CH 3
SS to connect and SC into the hole [six times]
SS to complete work.
I created 8 total circles in which I sew unto the case, using the yarn sewing needle and using black yarn. Sewing from the inside of the case unto and through the front.

The Hot Springs Drawstring Crochet Case

Using your black/white/hot pink skeins.

CH 45
Connect the last ST to the very first ST.
Connect the chain by slip stitch, you will be working in rounds and switching colors as well!

Black/R1: HDC for all of the Rows into All of the STS, SS at the End of each Row.
White/R2: HDC for all of the Rows into All of the STS, SS at the End of each Row.
Black/R3: HDC for all of the Rows into All of the STS, SS at the End of each Row. 
White/R4: HDC for all of the Rows into All of the STS, SS at the End of each Row.
Hot Pink/R5-R11: HDC for all of the Rows into All of the STS, SS at the End of each Row.
R12: HDC into the first [two] STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following two STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST...[*Repeat method until the very end of the Row, SS to complete entire work.]



Sewing the bottom of the drawstring case.
Using your yarn sewing needle, turn the case inside out, to sew the bottom of the case securely.

For the drawstring chain.
CH 67
Insert the complete drawstring through the open stitching from Row 12.

ashlee elle.

HandMade: The Watermelon Crochet Skirt!

Hello there! Hope you're having a lovely week! This design entirely had the fourth of July, pool parties and barbecues fully in mind! I wanted to create a quirky take on a classic treat entirely adored by many during the Summer time. It is entirely a super fun and easy project to create, a handmade item that is absolutely one of a kind!

Pattern Details:

The yarn I used:  The yarn I used: Red [1 Skein Small/Medium) (1.5 Skeins for Large)
White [Less than half a skein)
Green [Less than half a skein)
Black [Less than half a skein)
[All yarn from Red Heart Super Saver]
Medium 4
The hook I used:I/9-5.50MM

Get The Watermelon Crochet Skirt Pattern at:

The Dream Crochet Shoppe

x ashlee elle. 

DIY: Crochet This! Free Crochet Pattern!

Hello there! Being such a huge fan of creating lacy like projects to wear over tanks and dresses for the Summer. This particular one casually strolled into my mind so I thought I'd share this super fun and whimsical piece!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.50MM 
Craft Scissors  
Yarn Sewing Needle
Yarn used>>1 Skein Pink/White (Yarn)
 
Stitch guide:  
HDC= half double crochet    DC= double crochet   
SC= single crochet
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain
RND[number]= Round

CH 51 (or half desired waist measurement) 
Connect the Chain by SS. You will be working in rounds to create this piece.

 R1: *HDC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following ST...[*Repeat this alternating method until the end of the Row, SS to connect the last ST to the very first ST.]

R2: DC only once into the first ST, CH 1, Skip to DC once into the open space, CH 1, DC once more into the same open space, CH 1, to [Repeat the same method of DC once into the following open space, CH 1, DC once more into that same space, CH 1] *Repeat this method until the end of the Row, where you will SS to connect. 
 
R3: DC only once into the first ST, CH 2, Skip to DC once into the open space, CH 1, DC once more into the same open space, CH 2, to [Repeat the same method of DC once into the following open space, CH 1, DC once more into that same space, CH 2...] *Repeat this method until the end of the Row, where you will SS to connect.

R4: DC only once into the first ST, CH 4, you will DC in between the previous Row [DC once into the following open space, CH 1, DC once more into that same space] combination, CH 4...[*Repeat this method until the end of the Row, where you will SS to connect.]

R5-R17: DC only once into the first ST, CH 6, DC into the open space created from the previous Rows, CH 6, to DC into the following space..[This method will be repeated throughout all of the Rows, from Row 5-Row 17. After each Row, SS to connect.]
 
R18: *HDC into the first ST, CH 2, into the following space DC [four times] CH 3, and into the following open space you will DC [four times] .[*Repeat this method until the end of the Row, where you will SS to to complete project.]

x ashlee elle.

HandMade: The Lively Co-ord Crochet Skirt and Crochet Top.

 Hello there! Hope you're having a lovely week! This design was brought about for my recent new love, coordinating outfits. I love the notion of having your outfit all sorted together, matching so perfectly. To be honest, I'm a huge mix and matcher (which will be another collection in the near future!) so creating a piece that go hand in hand with each other, would be out of the question. Though honestly, I think it's an awesome collaboration of two pieces that were simply meant to be.

This crochet pattern is an easy to follow, make it your own, longer or shorter design that you can create to your own personal style. Which is what my patterns are all about! I love this concept and I  am entirely not even thinking about stopping here! 

Pattern Details:

The yarn I used: 1 Jumbo Skein in white [Lion Brand Impeccable Yarn]
The hook I used: H/8-5.00MM

Get The Lively Co-Ord Crochet Set Pattern at:

The Dream Crochet Shoppe

x, ashlee elle.