DIY // How To Crochet Super Chunky Mittens! Free Crochet Pattern!

Hello there! I hope you had a lovely Christmas & Holiday! It's been crazy cold here in Texas, which I am quite fine with, just means I get to layer up even more crochet goods. The one item I am quite low on are Mittens! I've had a ton of this yarn, just sitting on the sidelines longing to be used and now I have finally put it to good use. With these super chunky and super cozy mittens, warmth is entirely an accomplishment with this project!

Ingredients:    

Crochet Hook>> N 9.00MM  Craft Scissors   Yarn Sewing Needle
  Yarn used>>2 Skeins [Lion Brand Quickie Rapido Yarn] Super Bulky 6 in "Tangy"

  Stitch guide:    HDC= half double crochet// SC=single crochet// DC=double crochet// SS= slip stitch //ST(S)= stitch(es)// CH= chain RND[number]= Round

Note: You will be starting from the top of the mittens working your way to create the opening. Also, You will be working in round.

CH9

Connect the last ST to the very first ST, by SS.

RND1-RND7: HDC into all of the STS, at the end of each Round, SS to connect and continue work.

RND8: HDC into 4 STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST and HDC the remaining Round, SS to connect and to continue work.

RND9: HDC into all of the STS, (including the skipped chain] at the end of the Round, SS to connect and continue work.

RND10-RND11: SC into all of the STS, at the end of each Round, SS to connect and at the very last Row, SS to complete work.

To create the thumb section. Next, you will insert your hook into the skipped ST, from Row 8 and begin to work in 3 Rounds of SC, SS to continue work until you hit the final 3rd Round, you will SS to complete final work.

Note: You will be repeating this method twice, with this pattern you can wear the gloves on either side of your hands!

 

Finished Product.

ashlee elle.

DIY // How To Crochet Candy Cane Crochet Inspired Hat // Free Pattern!

Hello there! I love creating festive inspired crochet pieces to not only wear, but to share with all! Gotta love the Holiday's and all things inspired by everything that is in that spirit. This crochet hat was created to emulate candy cane stripes and I must say it is not only a cute Christmas acaccessory, but it is quite comfy to wear as well!

Ingredients:    

Crochet Hook>> H/8 5.00MM  Craft Scissors   Yarn Sewing Needle
  Yarn used>>2 Half a Skein [Red Heart/Craft Smart Yarn] Medium 4

Pom Pom Maker or  Tutorial 

  Stitch guide:    HDC= half double crochet// SC=single crochet// DC=double crochet// SS= slip stitch //ST(S)= stitch(es)// CH= chain RND[number]= Round

Cable Stitch Technique: FPHDC // BPHDC 

Tutorial Video to Cable Technique Reference

CH 41 [Using the red yarn]

R1: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

R2: Alternate between FPHDC and BPHDC [respectively] SS to continue work after last ST.

R3: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.
 R4: Alternate between FPHDC and BPHDC [respectively] SS to continue work after last ST.

R5: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work. 
R6: Alternate between FPHDC and BPHDC [respectively] SS to continue work after last ST.

Switch colors [White Yarn]

R7-R8: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

Switch colors [Red Yarn]

R9-R10: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

Switch colors [White Yarn]

R11-R12: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

Switch colors [Red Yarn]

R13-R14: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

Switch colors [White Yarn]

R15-R16: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

Switch colors [Red Yarn]

R17-R18: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

Switch colors [White Yarn]

R19-R20: HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work.

Switch colors [Red Yarn]

R21-R24: [Begin to decrease the rounds in.] HDC into all of the STS for All of the Rows, SS to continue work. At the final Round, SS to complete/close the round and the work.

Pom Pom [Optional]

 I used a pom pom maker to create the pom pom.

Here are references to create a pom pom, if you do not have a pom pom maker!

How to create a pom pom [video tutorial]

How to create a pom pom [written tutorial]

Once complete, using your yarn sewing needle/tapestry needle and a strand of yarn.

Sew the pom pom unto the very top of the hat, through the inside and through the pom pom several times for security.

 ashlee elle.

DIY // How To Crochet A Fringe Infinity Scarf!

Hello there! I've been wanting to recreate a fringe scarf for myself lately and I thought I'd share this free pattern! Plus, it's an easy pattern you can gift a loved one with for the Holiday season!

Crochet Hook>> I/9 5.00MM //  Craft Scissors  // Yarn Sewing Needle // 

  Yarn used>>Less Than Half a Skein [Caron Simply Soft Yarn]

  Stitch guide:    HDC= half double crochet// SC=single crochet// DC=double crochet// SS= slip stitch //ST(S)= stitch(es)// CH= chain R[row]= Round

Note: You will be working in rounds!

STEP 1// To start the scarf.

 CH 71

Connect the last ST, to the very first ST. 

RND1: HDC into every single ST for the entire round, connect by SS and CH 1 to continue work.

RND2-12: HDC into the first two STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC [two times] into the following two STS, CH 1, Skip 1 ST...[Repeat method until the very end of each round, connect by SS and CH 1 to continue work.] At the final Round [12] SS to complete final work.

STEP  2// To create the fringe.
Next, to create the fringe for the scarf. 
Cut 2 inches of 68-70 strands of yarn.
Two strands with go in between the [skip stitches] of Round 12. 
Bring the yarn through the open ST, and knot all the strands to the edges of the scarf, entirely around the scarf.

ashlee elle.

The Dream Crochet Winter Giveaway!

WINTER CROCHET GIVEAWAY!

Hello there! I am currently doing my fourth and the last Dream Crochet Giveaway of the year!
All of these designs were constructed, designed, handmade by me and I have to say, this is one of my favorite collections that I have created so far! 
 
Truly, I wanted to have a theme for the Winter Collection which was a color theme of Grey/Black/White. When I think of Winter, I think of chunky wear and hot cocoa, sitting comfy, peaceful by the fireplace. Theses are the items I have designed with that beautiful notion in mind. When planning this collection, I wanted to solely utilize specific colors for this collection, at first, I was a bit frightened, hoping the items weren't too close in design, but I have to say I'm really elated on how they all came out! I love the warmth that each design retains and most importantly how incredibly warm and comfy they all are. Each pattern utilizes basic crochet techniques and they are quite easy to construct.
 
ALSO, all of the actual items entirely Ready to Ship, will be placed on my Etsy as well!


                                                                           Back to the Contest! 
                                                      Visit The Dream Crochet Instagram to enter! So one winner will receive of their personal choice 4 FREE CROCHET patterns from the 10 new designs I have crocheted!  Also, after the Contest is complete, I will be placing All of the patterns along with a Special Collection Bundle Pattern Package for All of the patterns in an Online Ebook on my Etsy>>

The Dream Crochet Shoppe!

Featuring these Items!

The Flurry Crochet Sweater 

The Blizzard Crochet Sweater

The Frayed Denim Crochet Skirt 

The Hounds-Tooth Crochet Skirt

 

The Ski Lodge Crochet Dress  

The Hot Cocoa Crochet Sweater 

The Warm Tea Crochet Cardigan

The Cold Nights Crochet Dress

The Light Snowflake Crochet Dress

 

The Winter Wonderland Crochet Dress 

 ashlee elle.