DIY // Hearts All Over Crochet Beanie // Free Crochet Pattern!

Hello there! In the spirit of all things heart themed, I wanted to share this free crochet pattern just in time for Valentines Day!

Ingredients:     Crochet Hook>> L-8.00MM  Craft Scissors // Tapestry Yarn Sewing Needle //Half a Skein of  Lion Brand "Impeccable Yarn" //1 Skein of Loops and Threads Charisma TWEED - "100% Acrylic" // Needle and Thread // Pom pom maker
  Stitch guide:    HDC= half double crochet// SC=single crochet// DC=double crochet// SS= slip stitch //ST(S)= stitch(es)// CH= chain // Round[number] Row[number]

Ch 3 and connect the last ST to the first ST by SS.

Next, you will Ch 2 and HDC 6 times into the middle of the connect chain.

Round 1: Ch 2, HDC into the first ST once into the following ST HDC (two times)... [*You will repeat this method for the entire round, by alternating HDC once and then HDC twice in next st.. at end of round, SS and 2TCHS to continue work.]

Round 2: HDC into the first ST once, HDC into the following ST once as well, into the next ST HDC (two times)... [*You will repeat this method for the entire round, by alternating HDC once into the following 2 STS, and then HDC twice in next st.. at end of round, SS and 2TCHS to continue work.]

Round 3: HDC into the first ST once, HDC into the following ST once, into the third ST HDC once as well, into the next ST HDC (two times)... [*You will repeat this method for the entire round, by alternating HDC once into the following 3 STS, and then HDC twice in next st.. at end of round, SS and 2TCHS to continue work.]

Round 4: HDC into the first ST once, HDC into the following ST once, into the third ST HDC once and into the fourth ST HDC once  as well, into the next ST HDC (two times)... [*You will repeat this method for the entire round, by alternating HDC once into the following 4 STS, and then HDC twice in next st.. at end of round, SS and 2TCHS to continue work.]

Round 5: HDC into the first ST once, HDC into the following ST once, into the third ST HDC once and into the fourth ST HDC once and into the 5th ST HDC once as well, and into the next ST HDC (two times)... [*You will repeat this method for the entire round, by alternating HDC once into the following 5 STS, and then HDC twice in next st.. at end of round, SS and 2TCHS to continue work.]

Round 6-Round 10 : HDC into all of the STS for all of the rounds, at the end of each round, ss to continue work. At final round [ 10] SS, to complete final work.

Creating the mini hearts 

Ch 3, SS to connect work.

Into the middle of the chain,

2 dc, 2 hdc, 1 dc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st

Pull the ST through the middle to SS to complete work.

Create about 8 hearts or to desired amount.

Creating the Pom Pom.

For this technique I utilized my Pom Pom maker in order to achieve the look.

Once again, using the yarn sewing needle and corresponding yarn to sew through he inside top of the hat to secure the Pom Pom on.

Happy Crafting!
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ashlee elle.

DIY // Crochet Atlantic Hat Pattern // Free Crochet Pattern!

Hello there! Hope you are have a lovely week! Here is a super easy and fun, not to forget, free pattern on how to create this crochet hat!

Ingredients:    

Crochet Hook>> H/8 5.00MM  Craft Scissors   Yarn Sewing Needle
  Yarn used>>1 Skein// Loops N' Thread Charisma Yarn] Bulky 5

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

STEP 1// To start the hat.

 CH 3

Connect the last ST, to the very first ST.  

RND1: HDC into the middle of the connected CH 6 times, at the end of the round, SS to continue work.

RND2: HDC into every ST, two times, at the end of the round, SS to continue work. Total of 12 STS.

RND3: HDC into the first ST, once, into the following 2nd ST, HDC two times...[*Repeat method until the very end of the Round, at the end of the round, SS to continue work.] RND4: HDC into the first TWO STS, once, into the following 2nd ST, HDC two times...[*Repeat method until the very end of the Round, at the end of the round, SS to continue work.] RND5: HDC into the first THREE ST, once, into the following 2nd ST, HDC two times...[*Repeat method until the very end of the Round, at the end of the round, SS to continue work.]

RND6-RND14: CH 2, HDC two times into the first ST, Skip 2 STS, HDC two times after the skipped two STS .. [*Repeat method until the very end of the Round, at the end of the round, SS to continue work. At the final round, SS to complete final work.] Cut, knot the thread and sew in the remaining strand.

ashlee elle.
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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 Fall Simple and Easy Hat.

Hello there! Hope you are enjoying your Labor Day weekend! I had created this crochet hat pattern to share for the Autumn season. A simple and easy pattern that you can recreate in numerous colors  and a perfect gift for a loved one!

Ingredients:   

Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.50MM 
Craft Scissors  
Yarn Sewing Needle
Scrap Yarn used>>Red Heart Super Saver

  Stitch guide:   

HDC= half double crochet// SC=single crochet// DC=double crochet// SS= slip stitch //ST(S)= stitch(es)// CH= chain R[number]= Row

CH 35 (Chain the circumference of your head, if you want the hat to be a bit loose/slouchy add a few more chains to the mix!)
Connect the last ST to the very first ST
RND1-RND4: HDC into the first ST and into all of the STS for All of the Rows, at the end of each Row, SS to connect and to continue work.
RND5: HDC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following ST, HDC into the following ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST and HDC into the following ST..[*Repeat this method until the very end of the Row, SS to connect and to continue work.]

RND6-RND9: HDC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following open Space, HDC into the following ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST and HDC into the following open..[*Repeat this method until the very end of the Row, SS to connect and to continue work.] [See photo reference from Left ABOVE]
RND10-RND13: Decrease every other ST, by HDC.// HDC into first ST, YO hook, under following space, YO and pull yarn under, immediately place hook under following space, YO and pull all strands on the hook through..[[*Repeat this method until the very end of all of the Rows, SS to connect and to continue work until you complete the decrease, SS to complete work [Row 13].]

ashlee elle.

DIY: How To Crochet A Summer Beret// Free Crochet Pattern!

Hello there! Hope you had a lovely weekend! Being such a huge fan of wearing hats year round, I thought I'd whip up a simple and casual crochet hat, that can be worn year round!

Ingredients:    

Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.50MM 
Craft Scissors  
Yarn Sewing Needle
Yarn used>>1 Skein from Sugar N' Cream (Colors: Yellow)

  Stitch guide:   

HDC= half double crochet// SC=single crochet// DC=double crochet// SS= slip stitch //ST(S)= stitch(es)// CH= chain R[number]= Row

Step 1
CH 3
Connect the last ST to the very first ST.
CH 1
HDC into the created circle 6 times.
RND1:HDC [two times] into every ST, at the end of the Row connect by SS and CH 1. [You should have a total of 12 STS]
RND2:*HDC [two times] into the first ST, into the next ST, HDC [one time] into that ST..(You will alternate between the two techniques) at the end of the Row connect by SS and CH 1. [You should have a total of 24 STS]
RND3:*HDC [two times] into the first ST, into the next TWO STS, HDC [one time] into that ST..(You will alternate between the two techniques) at the end of the Row connect by SS and CH 1. [You should have a total of 24 STS]
RND4:*HDC [two times] into the first ST, into the next THREE STS, HDC [one time] into that ST..(You will alternate between the two techniques) at the end of the Row connect by SS and CH 1. [You should have a total of 48 STS]
RND5-RND6: HDC into all of the STS for both of the rows, at the end of each row, SS to connect and CH 1 to continue work.
RND7-RND8: HDC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following ST (after the skipped ST)..[*Repeat method until the end of the Row, SS to connect and CH 1.)

RND9-RND11: DC into the first ST, CH 1, Skip 1 ST, HDC into the following ST (after the skipped ST)..[*Repeat method until the end of the Row, SS to connect and CH 1.)
RND12: SC into all of the STS for both of the rows, at the end of each row, SS to connect and to complete work.

ashlee elle.

DIY: How To Crochet A Summer Hat! Free Crochet Pattern!

Hello there! Wanted to create and share this crochet hat to share that will help keep your cool during the upcoming Summer season!

Ingredients:    
Crochet Hook>> H/8-5.50MM   
Craft Scissors    
Yarn Sewing Needle
Yarn used>>1 Skein Yellow (Sugar N' Cream) Medium 4
 
Stitch guide:    
HDC= half double crochet      
SC= single crochet
SS= slip stitch
ST(S)= stitch(es)
CH= chain 
R[number]= Row 
RND= Round

You will be working in rounds to create the hat.
CH 3
Connect the last ST to the first ST by SS 
HDC two times into the circle [for a total of 6 STS]  
RND 1: HDC into the first ST only once, HDC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.) [for a total of 15 STS] 
RND 2: HDC into the first ST only once, HDC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)

RND 3: HDC into the first TWO STS only once, HDC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)

RND 4: HDC into the first THREE STS only once, HDC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 5: HDC into the first FOUR STS only once, HDC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)

RND 6: HDC into the first FIVE STS only once, HDC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 7: SC into All of the STS for the entire Row.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 8-12: HDC into ALL of the STS for All of the Rows.. (Repeat this method for All of the Rounds, connect at the end of each Round and CH 1.)
RND 13: SC into the first FIVE STS only once, SC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 14: SC into the first SEVEN STS only once, SC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 15: SC into the first EIGHT STS only once, SC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 16-RND 17: SC into the first NINE STS only once, SC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 18: SC into the first TEN STS only once, SC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 19: SC into the first ELEVEN STS only once, SC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round and CH 1.)
RND 20: SC into the first TWELVE STS only once, SC into the following ST two times.. (Repeat this method for the entire Round, connect at the end of the Round, SS to complete Round.)

x ashlee elle.