DIY: How To Crochet A Flower Headband// Free Pattern!

Hello there! I've been wanting to create something super bright and colorful to celebrate the new Spring Season. When the idea of this crochet flower headband drifted into my mind and I knew I had to create it using only scrap yarn!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> G/6-4.25MM Scissors
Scrap Yarn used>>Less than half a Skein of Hot Pink/White/Yellow/Teal/Orange/Green/Light Green (Caron Simply Soft Yarn)

Stitch guide 
HDC= half double crochet  
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain
R[number]= Row

How to create the Flowers
[I made approximately 24 flowers to create the headband.]
Using the White Yarn.
CH 3
Connect the first ST to the very Last ST, to create a small circle
SS

CH1
YO, Insert hook into the hole, HDC 6 times into the hole,
Connect the first ST to the very Last ST.
Next,  Using your a selected color yarn.
Insert hook and CH 3
R1: *HDC into the first ST, CH 3 and HDC into the following ST, CH 3...[This technique will be repeated around the entire crocheted piece.] SS at the very end to connect, cut strand off to sew in remaining yarn.
Connecting the flowers
Next, once all flowers are complete.
Using the white yarn to thread [with the yarn needle] less than half an yarn.
Sew the back of the flowers together, by their petals.
Connecting them one by one.

x, ashlee elle.

HandMade: The Loving Kind Open Crochet Top!

Hello there! Hope you're having a lovely week! This item has been on the sidelines for a little bit and I'm quite elated that is finally complete so I can wear it! This top was made for Spring and Summer chilly nights to throw over a dress or layered look for the Fall/Winter season. 

What I love about this top, is that it is comfy and with an open stitch technique which offers a lacy appearance when layered. It is an easy, modifiable crochet pattern to create and you'll find yourself wanting to create more than just one!

Get The Loving Kind Open Crochet Top Pattern at:

The Dream Crochet Shoppe

ashlee elle.

DIY: How To Crochet A Woven Headband// Free Pattern!

 Hello there and Happy Tuesday! Using the yarn from my scrap bin, I decided to whip up this crochet woven headband, perfect for the Spring times!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.00MM
Scissors
Scrap Yarn used>>Less than 1 Skein of Teal (Lion Brand Yarn)

Stitch guide
SC= single crochet     
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain

CH 8
R1-R11: SC in all of the STS, for all of the Rows, turn work after every Row. SS at the end of R11.
After the crochet piece is complete.
SC around the entire crocheted piece.
Insert hook unto the side of the piece, 8 STS across.
Insert hook and CH 60 (or to desired length)
You will repeat this method, for All 8 STS, you will have a total of 8, 60 CH sections.

Tape the piece down to start the woven method.
You will be weaving with 2, 60 CH, at a time.

For Reference:
Outer set from the right [a1]
2nd set from the right [a2]
3rd set from the right [a3]
4th set from the right [a4]

Step 1
With the outer right 2 strands [a1], moving the 2 strands [a1] to the left and weave it underneath over [a2], then go underneath [a3] as well as over set [a4]

Step 2
You will take [a3] to weave it over [a2] as well as set [a1]
Next, you will take set [a2] and weave it under [a3] as well as [a4]

Repeat Step 2 until the very end of the crocheted piece. At the end, knot the ending strands and cut. 

Additional Assistance
Video Tutorial for Reference #1 [here]
Video Tutorial for Reference #2 [here]

Finished woven look.

Sew the woven piece to the beginning crocheted piece (left photo).
Next, you will fold the crocheted piece over and sew the crocheted piece together.

ashlee elle.

Giveaway Winner Announced!

Hello there! So the winner of the Crochet Pattern Giveaway has been announced on my Instagram! I am entirely looking forward to creating another edition, quite similar to this structure for the Spring as well!  I love the concept of creating items for a specific theme and entirely catering the feel of the idea throughout the items as well as photographs!

All of the Crochet Patterns are now available on my Etsy and now you can make your very own version for yourself or (if you're feeling super nice) for a loved one! There is also a bundle collection of the Crochella Edition that includes All of the items exhibited. All of the patterns include photographs and detailed measurements to assist in creating your personalized sizing!

The Dream Crochet Shoppe

ashlee elle.

DIY// Free Crochet Pattern> How To Crochet An Infinty Scarf!

Hello there! Happy Tuesday to you! Currently, these last few posts, I have been working with my yarn scrap bin. Attempting to reduce the amount of overflowing leftover skeins from previous projects. This is another project where it entirely utilizes scrap yarn to create something new and quite in the light of Spring!

 Ingredients:      
Crochet Hook>>J/10-6.00MM
Scissors
Scrap Yarn used>>Less than 1 Skein of all the colors (Red Heart Super Saver)

Stitch guide
SC= single crochet      
HDC= half double crochet  
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain

You will be working in rounds for this project.
CH 70
Connect the first CH to the very last CH by SS.
Hot Pink
Rows 1-4: HDC in all of the STS, for all of the Rows, at the end of the Row, connect the very last ST to the very first ST.
Light Pink
Rows 5-9: HDC in all of the STS, for all of the Rows, at the end of the Row, connect the very last ST to the very first ST.
Lavender
Rows 10-14: DC in all of the STS, for all of the Rows, at the end of the Row, connect the very last ST to the very first ST.
Light Lilac
Rows 14-18: HDC in all of the STS, for all of the Rows, at the end of the Row, connect the very last ST to the very first ST.
Purple
Rows 19-23: HDC in all of the STS, for all of the Rows, at the end of the Row, connect the very last ST to the very first ST.
Row 24: SC in all of the STS, for the entire Row, at the end of the Row, SS and cut the remaining yarn to sew in the previous STS.
Weave in the ends.

.ashlee elle.

Dream Crochet Giveaway! Special Edition!

Hello there! I am currently doing my very first Dream Crochet Giveaway and I decided to create a theme based on the upcoming summer music festival season,so I wanted to create a series for it! Also, all of the actual items entirely Ready to Ship, will be placed on my Etsy as well!

The Crochella line is entirely influenced by the love of Summer Music Festivals and the fashion that thrives during the events! All of the items are meant to be incredibly comfortable, breathable while still maintaining that boho chic look during those hot festival days. 

Back to the Contest! 
Visit Dream Crochet Instagram to enter!
So one winner will receive of their personal choice 5 free 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>> 

Dream Crochet Shoppe!

All of the featured items!

 The New Sounds Crochet Crop Tank.

 The Highs and the Lows Crochet Tank.

 The Raven Crochet Dress.

 The Bluebird Crochet Maxi Skirt.

 The Rockwild Crochet Skirt.

 The White Dove Crochet Dress.

 The Willow Fringe Crochet Cardigan.

 The Sugar Stone Baby Doll Crochet Dress.

 The Free Love Crochet Fringe Vest.

 The Stripes Crochet Crop Tank.

Many thanks to Ethan Wright, who was a Co-Creative Consultant and Photo Taker for me!

ashlee elle.

HandMade: The Heights Crochet Sweater Top.

Hello there! Happy Thursday to you! I've had the yarn I used for this top for awhile, had picked it primarily due to the color of it. It kind of frightened me. I'm not particular drawn to this color and I wanted to challenge myself to create a pattern that would turn that apprehension around. I felt with the color, I wanted to design a pattern that can be utilize throughout the majority of the year. A short sleeve top that also had a bit of duality to it so that it can roomy and airy for more warmer days, but also a comfy choice to layer.

What I love about this sweater, is that it's incredibly comfy and the color truly brightens up any outfit. You can dress this top up or throw a pair of jeans and you're good to go! Though to be honest, the best thing about this top, is that it is one of a kind, it's handmade and there's entirely nothing that feels better than that!

The Heights Crochet Sweater Top Pattern Available Here

The DREAM CROCHET SHOPPE

ashlee elle.