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Today I’m over at Skip to My Lou as part of the Bake Craft Sew & Crochet Along. I am sharing a wonderful crochet pattern, Bow Ties for Boys, perfect for holiday gift giving. In fact, you won’t want to miss all the handmade gift ideas! I have joined over 100 bloggers to share some amazing homemade gift ideas. Go check it out!
Great for warmer weather, the Classic Newsboy Hat is a fun style that is both trendy and timeless. It features a seamless construction and a sturdy brim for shielding sensitive eyes from the sun. The pattern is easy to follow and works up quickly. This hat is an attractive and functional choice for everyone, and it’s simple to obtain a perfect fit as the pattern contains seven sizes.
Pattern is rated easy.
You are welcome to sell products produced from this pattern, but I do ask that you credit me as the pattern designer as follows:
Pattern by Micah Makes
www.micahmakes.com
I always love learning new techniques to improve my crochet projects. Likewise, I then want to incorporate those techniques into my patterns so that you can improve your crochet projects too. One technique I learned a little over a year ago is the foundation half double crochet (abbreviated Fhdc), also referred to as a chainless foundation method. Using this approach will create a stretchy start to your project instead of a tight, unyielding chain.
Ch 3, yarn over, insert hook in 3rd chain from hook, yarn over and pull up loop (3 loops on hook), yarn over and draw through 1 loop (1 chain created), yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook—1 foundation half double crochet created. *Yarn over, insert hook under the 2 loops of the chain created in the last stitch and pull up loop, yarn over and draw through 1 loop, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook; repeat from * for length of foundation.
1- Chain 3.
2- Yarn over.
3- Insert hook in 3rd chain from the hook.
4- Yarn over and draw loop through.
5- Yarn over.
6- Draw through 1 loop (1 chain created).
7- Yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook (1 Fhdc created).
8- Yarn over.
9- Insert hook through chain created in previous stitch.
10- This is how it should look when you insert your hook through the chain.
11- Yarn over and draw through a loop.
12- Yarn over.
13- Draw through 1 loop (another chain created).
14- Yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook (another Fhdc created).
Repeat steps 8 through 14 for the number of Fhdc specified in the pattern. Here is what 10 Fhdc looks like.
This is a view of those same 10 stitches from the bottom.
Time for another variation on my free Versatile Earflap Hat Pattern! My youngest son just loves to wear these earflap hats – so much that anytime I start a project, he is always there at my side saying, “Is this for me?” Here’s how to make his current favorite, the snowman.
Start by downloading the instructions for the Versatile Earflap Hat Pattern (if you haven’t already), and follow the instructions below to customize the hat into a snowman. I used Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice Yarn for this hat in Cranberry (color A), Dusty Blue (color B), White (color C) and Terracotta (for the carrot nose).
Finish all sizes by adding a carrot nose and any combination of buttons or felt shapes to make the eyes and mouth. For the child size hat pictured I used 1″ buttons for the eyes and 1/2″ buttons for the mouth. I also topped my snowman hat off with a pom pom made in color B and braids on the earflaps in colors A, B and C.
Thank you everyone for entering to win my latest pattern, the Endless Entwine Scarf! I really appreciate your support and enthusiasm for my new design. You guys are the best!
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I’m so excited to finally have a new pattern for my shop – the Endless Entwine Scarf. After spending many hours making Christmas gifts over the past few months, I was ready to make something for myself. This scarf turned out exactly as I envisioned. My favorite way to wear it is doubled up as a chunky cowl.
Furthermore, the best part about this pattern is that it is very easy to follow – suitable for the beginner or the advanced crocheter – and perfect for someone who likes to binge watch television while crocheting. Since I think all of us crafters deserve to make something lovely for ourselves now that the holiday season is over, I’m going to give a copy of this PDF pattern to five lucky readers.
Simply leave a comment below. No hoops to jump through, no strings attached. Just be sure to leave your email address on the comment form so that I can contact you if you win (only one entry per person please). The five winners will be chosen at random at noon EST on Sunday, January 5th, 2014. Additionally, if you would share the pattern on Facebook and/or pin it on Pinterest, I would be ever so grateful. It is not required, nor will it increase your odds of winning, but I would consider it a personal favor. Thanks so much for your support! (Giveaway Now Closed)
This pattern is for a beautiful two-toned infinity scarf. The Endless Entwine Scarf features an all-over simple texture with a lovely braided accent. This one-size-fits-all scarf can be worn as one long loop or doubled up as a chunky cowl. Make one for yourself or for a friend – it’s a great gift either way!
Pattern is rated beginner-easy.
You are welcome to sell products produced from this pattern, but I do ask that you credit me as the pattern designer as follows:
Pattern by Micah Makes
www.micahmakes.com
It’s beginning to look like Christmas around here and, of course, that means time for some fun new crocheted hats. Using my free Versatile Earflap Hat Pattern, I made Santa hats for my boys to celebrate the season. This hat is very much like my Lucky Leprechaun Hat, with the addition of some fuzzy trim. To make one of your own, simply download the Versatile Earflap Hat Pattern here and follow the instructions for changing colors below.
Finish all sizes by completing the 2nd edging in a bulky, fluffy white yarn. I used Bernat Pipsqueak in Whitey White for my hats. Finally, make a belt buckle for your hat.
Temperatures are starting to drop here in Pennsylvania and I can’t wait to bust out the hats! Here is another fun free pattern to keep your autumn festive. Follow the directions in my Versatile Earflap Hat Pattern available for download here to make this pumpkin hat.
Start by crocheting the entire hat and both edgings in your favorite shade of orange. The instructions for the stem, leaf and vine are listed below. The leaf is a little tricky, but take your time following the directions and you can do it!
I hope you love this pattern as much as I do! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at email hidden; JavaScript is required. Looking for other free and fun fall patterns? Check out my Candy Corn Colorblock Hat, Apple Hat, Football Hat and Football Applique Hat.
Whoooo’s ready for back-to-school?
We are! This summer has been fun but it is quickly drawing to a close as school will be starting here in Pennsylvania later this month. My boys are super excited so we made a wise owl hat to get ready.
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