crochet hat with brim

Crochet Hat with Brim

Written by Teresa Richardson

Video Tutorial: Crochet Hat with Brim

Skill Level - Easy Beginner

AbbreviationsLP - LoopHDC - Half Double CrochetSL ST - Slip StitchST - StitchSTS - StitchesSK - Skip

MaterialsSize I.5.5mm crochet hook4 ply yarnYarn Amount Estimate: 244 yards/223 meters

Magic Circle or Chain 3, join. You can start with either starting method.

Round 1: 10 HDC in Loop. Do not join and work in continual round. Mark the last stitch with a yarn marker so you will know where each row starts. This is for the purpose of increasing.

Round 2: 2 HDC in ea HDC around (20 Half Double Crochet)Round 3: 1 HDC in next ST, 2 HDC around (30 Half Double Crochet)Round 4: 1 HDC in ea of next 2 sts, 2 HDC around (40 Half Double Crochet)Round 5: 1 HDC in ea of next 3 sts, 2 HDC around (50 Half Double Crochet)Round 6: 1 HDC in ea of next 4 sts, 2 HDC around (60 Half Double Crochet)Round 7-20: 1 HDC in ea HDC around. (60 Half Double Crochet)

Skip 1 stitch at the end, slip stitch in the next to even off the round.

BrimRow 1: CH 1, Skip 1 Stitch. Work 2 HDC in each of the next 19 stitches. SK 1 ST on the hat, SL ST in the next ST.

Row 2-3: SL ST to the next Stitch on the hat, turn, Work 1 HDC in each ST across. SL ST in the next stitch on the hat.e next stitch on the hat.

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18

Crochet Beanie Cap with Visor

Here are links for a beanie cap with stripes and with a flatter top.Stripe Crochet Beanie CapFlat Top Beanie Cap

Size I Crochet HookCap can be with or without the brim.

Video DemonstrationPart 1-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoCRUObS0Tc

Part 2- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okJ9x5sPzYc

Pattern by Teresa Richardson

5, join

1. 10 SC in chain loop, join (10SC)

2. CH 1, 2 SC in each SC, continue around, join (20 SC)

3. CH 1, 1 SC in next SC, 2 SC in next SC,continue around, join (30SC)

4. CH 1, SC in each of the next 2 SC, 2 SC in next SC,continue around, join (40SC)

5. Ch 1, 1 SC in each of the next 3 SC, 2 SC in next SC,continue around, join

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(50SC)

6. CH 1, 1 SC in each of the next 4 SC, 2 SC in next SC,continue around, Do Not Join (60SC)

7. SC in next single crochet and continue around.

Your hat will be in a continual round without stopping to join. Your contrasting marker will show you your beginning. Complete your hat to the length you want. Sew in tails.

*If you want your hat larger:1. Use a larger hook at the start or midway through your hat.2.Add an additional row of increases: (this would come after round 6) 5 SC in each of the next 5 SC, 2 SC in next SC,continue around, Do Not Join (70SC)

Attach a contrasting color to the beginning sc on round 4 or 5. This will make it easy to see the beginning. Once you have completed round 1-6 you can finish the hat in one round.

Brim Row 1: 1SC in next stitch, 2 SC in next stitch over the next 25 stitches. At the end of the row, skip one stitch on the main part of the hat and Slip Stitch in the next stitch. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 2: SC in each SC. At the end of the row, skip one stitch on the main part of the hat and Slip Stitch in the next stitch. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 3: SC in space just made and SC in each SC across. At the end of the row, skip one stitch on the main part of the hat and Slip Stitch in the next stitch. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 4: SC in space just made and SC in each SC across. At the end of the row, skip one stitch on the main part of the hat and Slip Stitch in the next stitch. Chain 1 and turn.

Row 5: SC in space just made and SC in each SC across. At the end of the row, skip one stitch on the main part of the hat and Slip Stitch in the next stitch.

Edging: Do a backward SC in each stitch around.

Posted 18th January 2008 by TeresaLabels: Hat cap

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8

Popcorn Flower Crochet Granny Square

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Popcorn Flower Crochet Granny Square

If you are a beginner, you can find a playlist for the basic crochet stitches by clicking on this link. Beginner Crochet Stitches

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Video Tutorial: Popcorn Flower Crochet Granny Square

Video Tutorial: Popcorn Flower Crochet Granny Square Left Hand Version

Skill Level - Intermediate

AbbreviationsDC - Double CrochetHDC - Half Double CrochetCH - ChainSL ST - Slip Stitch

( ) - Parenthesis - I use the parenthesis for information and as a summary at the end of each round/row to provide how many stitches are worked in each round. They are not further instructions.

MaterialsSize I/5.5 mm crochet hook4 ply yarnTapestry Needle

How to work the stitches

Cluster - Wrap the yarn over the hook, insert the hook through the space, wrap the yarn over, pull through two stitch, leave the remaining two on your hook, Wrap the yarn over your hook, pull through two, there are three loops on your hook. Wrap the yarn over, pull through all three loops.

Popcorn - Work 5 double crochet in the same stitch. Work a slip stitch in the first stitch, working to the back of the 5 stitches, pushing the stitches to the front creating a raised effect.

Start by attaching a slip knot to the crochet hook. Work a chain 4, join with the beginning chain.Round 1: Work a chain 4,(the chain 4 will count as the first double crochet chain 1) *DC, CH 1, complete 7 times total from *. Join with the beginning stitch. ( 8 double crochet with a chain 1 between each stitch) Cut the yarn and

change color.

Round 2: Attach the new color of yarn to the hook. Work a slip stitch in to any chain 1 space between the double crochet. Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch, it is the step up to the next round. *Work a cluster(see above) chain 2, work a second cluster in the same space, chain 1, continue 8 times total from *. Join with the beginning stitch. (There will be 2 cluster in each space, CH 2 for a total of 16 cluster with chain 2 between each cluster) Cut the yarn and change color.

Round 3: Attach the new color of yarn to the hook. Attach to any chain 2 space. Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch, it is the step up to the next round. *Work a popcorn stitch in the same stitch(See popcorn description above), chain 2, continue around from * for a total of 16 times, join with the beginning popcorn stitch. Cut the yarn and change color.

Round 4: Attach a new color in the chain 2 space. Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch, it is the step up to the next round. * Work 3 DC in the same space, CH 1, Work 3 DC in the next space, CH 1, Work 3 DC in the next space, CH 1. This next space will be an increase, work 3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC, CH 1, Complete 4 times total from * , join with the beginning stitch.

Sew in all the tails.

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DEC

8

Crochet Freedom Scarf

This chart is the same as the video tutorial and written instructions.

This chart is a variation

Crochet Freedom Scarf





Video Tutorial: Crochet Freedom Scarf

Video Tutorial: Crochet Freedom Scarf Left Hand Version

Skill Level - Easy

Multiple - 4



Work a chain of 26Row 1: Skip the first chain work a double crochet in the next stitch. *Skip a chain, work 3 double crochet in the next chain. Skip 1 chain, work 1 DC in the next chain. Continue across from *. Turn

Row 2: Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch. It is the step up to the next row. Work 2 Double Crochet in the first stitch, Work 1 DC in the second stitch of next 3 stitches. *Work 3 DC in the next stitch. Work 1 DC in the second stitch of next 3 stitches. Continue across from *. Work 2 DC in the last stitch. Turn.

Row 3: Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch. It is the step up to the next row. Work 1 DC in the same stitch,

work 3 DC in the next stitch, *Work 1 DC in the second stitch(center) of next 3 stitches. Work 3 DC in the next stitch. Continue across from *. Work 1 DC in the last stitch.

You will continue for the length repeating rows 2 and 3.Posted 2 days ago by Teresa

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4.NOV

30

How to make a Angry Bird Crochet Toy - Written Instructions

How to make a Angry Bird Crochet Toy





Video Tutorial: How to make a Angry Bird Crochet ToyVideo Tutorial: How to make a Angry Bird Crochet Toy Left Hand Version



MaterialsSize H/5 mm crochet hook4 ply yarnTapestry NeedleFiber Fill or stuffing to stuff the ball

Stitch Instructions and Definitions

Single Crochet Decrease : Insert your hook

through the next stitch, wrap the yarn over and pull it through, leave the two loops on the hook. Insert your hook in the next stitch, wrap the yarn over, pull through, there are 3 loops on the hook. Wrap the yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.

Chain 3, join.

Round 1: Work 9 single crochet through the ring. Work in a continual round.

Round 2: Work 2 SC in each stitch around. (18 single crochet total)

Round 3: 1 SC in each stitch around. (18 single crochet total)

Round 4: *1 SC in each of the next 2 stitches, 2 SC in the next stitch. Continue around from *. (24 single crochet total)


Round 6: *1 SC in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 SC in the next stitch. Continue around from *. (36 single crochet

total)

Round 7-12: 1 SC in each stitch around. (36 single crochet total)SL ST in the next stitch. Cut the yarn and change color. Round 13: Attach new color in any stitch *1 SC in each of the next 4 stitches, Work a single crochet decrease, continue around from *. (30 single crochet total) See above for Single Crochet Decrease

Round 14: *1 SC in each of the next 3 stitches, Work a single crochet decrease, continue around from * (24 single crochet total) See above for Single Crochet DecreaseStuff the ball with fiber fill.

Round 15: *1 SC in each of the next 2 stitches, Work a single crochet decrease, continue around from * (18 single crochet total) See above for Single Crochet Decrease

Round 16: *1 SC in each stitch around. (18 single crochet total)

Round 17: Slip Stitch, skip a stitch (9 slip stitch total)

Sew the top shut, knot, secure and sew in the tail. You may need to stuff after 4-5 slip stitches and then finished after that.

Eyebrow - Black YarnWork a chain of 12, Work 1 SC in each of the next 5 chains, work 3 SC in the next chain, work 2 SC in each of the next 5 chains.PupilUsing the same color, attach the yarn to the 5th single crochet from the edge, chain 3 slip stitch to the same single crochet. Repeat the same steps for the opposite eye.

Eyeball - White Yarn - Make 2 Chain 3 join.Row 1: Work 5 Single Crochet, do not join, turnRow 2: Work 2 SC in each stitch (10 Single Crochet) Sew to the eyebrow making sure the pupil is on top. The pupil will be sewn in place.

Once everything is sewn in place, work a single crochet edging around both eye sections. You will start by attaching the yarn to the eyebrow and then work the single crochet.

BeakCH 3, joinRound 1: Work 6 SC through the ring. Work in continual round.Round 2: *Work 1 SC, Work 2 SC, complete 3 times total

from *. (9 single crochet total)Round 3-4: Work 1 SC in each stitch around. (9 single crochet total)Round 5: *Work 1 SC in each of the next 2 stitches, work 2 SC in the next stitch. complete 3 times total from *. (12 single crochet total)Round 6: *Work 1 SC in each of the next 3 stitches, work 2 SC in the next stitch. complete 3 times total from *. (15 single crochet total)Round 7: Work 1 SC in each stitch around. (15 single crochet total) Stuff and sew the beak below the eyes. Sew everything on to the ball.

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5.NOV

3

How to make a Crochet Ball - Amigurumi

How to make a Crochet Ball - Amigurumi





Video Tutorial: How to make a Crochet BallVideo Tutorial: How to make a Crochet Ball Left Hand Version

Skill Level - Easy


MaterialsSize H/5 mm crochet hook4 ply yarnTapestry NeedleFiber Fill or stuffing to stuff the ball

Stitch Instructions and Definitions

Single Crochet Decrease : Insert your hook through the next stitch, wrap the yarn over and pull it through, leave the two loops on the hook. Insert your hook in the next stitch, wrap the yarn over, pull through, there are 3 loops on the hook. Wrap the yarn over and pull through all 3 loops.

Chain 3, join.

Round 1: Work 9 single crochet through the ring. Work in a continual round.

Round 2: Work 2 SC in each stitch around. (18 single crochet total)





Round 7-12: 1 SC in each stitch around. (36 single crochet total)

Round 13: *1 SC in each of the next 4 stitches, Work a single crochet decrease, continue around from *. (30 single crochet total) See above for Single Crochet Decrease


Stuff the ball with fiber fill.


Round 16: *1 SC in each stitch around. (18 single crochet total)

Round 17: Slip Stitch, skip a stitch (9 slip stitch total)

Sew the top shut, knot, secure and sew in the tail.

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OCT

27

Pumpkin Spice Jr - Child Crochet Pumpkin Hat

Pumpkin Spice Jr - Child Crochet Pumpkin Hat





Video Tutorial: Pumpkin Spice Jr - Child Crochet Pumpkin Hat

Video Tutorial: Left Hand Version Pumpkin Spice Jr - Child Crochet Pumpkin Hat


AbbreviationsDC - Double CrochetHDC - Half Double CrochetCH - ChainSL ST - Slip StitchFPDC - Front Post Double CrochetMaterialsSize H/5mm crochet hook4 ply yarnTapestry Needle

Stitch Instructions and DefinitionsRight Hand Version - Front Post Double Crochet - Wrap the yarn over your hook, insert the hook to the right of the post, between the stitches, around the back and through the opposite side between the stitches on the left side of the post. Wrap the yarn over, pull it through, complete the double crochet.

Left Hand Version - Front Post Double Crochet - Wrap the yarn over your hook, insert the hook to the left of the post, between the stitches, around the back and through the opposite side between the stitches on the right side of the post.. Wrap the yarn over, pull it through, complete the double crochet.

StemChain 3, join.Round 1: Work 9 SC through the ring. Do not join. Work Continual round.Round 2: Work 2 SC in each stitch around. (18 single crochet total)Round 3-6: Work 1 SC in each stitch around (18 single crochet total) Slip stitch in the next stitch to even off the round. Cut the yarn, pull through, give it a tug to secure.

Attach the new color of yarn with a slip stitch to any stitch.Round 7: Ch 1, this will not count as a stitch, only the step up. Work 2 Double Crochet in each stitch around. Join with the beginning stitch. (36 Double Crochet Total)

Round 8: Ch 1, this will not count as a stitch, only the step up to the next round. *Work a FPDC in each of the next 2 stitches, work a HDC in the next stitch. Continue around from *. Join with the beginning stitch upon completion of the round. (36 Stitches Total)

Round 9: Ch 1, this will not count as a stitch, only the step up to the next round. *Work a FPDC in the next stitch. Work 2 FPDC in the next stitch. This is an increase. Work a HDC in the next stitch. Continue around from *. Join with the beginning stitch upon completion of the round. (48 Stitches Total)

Round 10-15: Ch 1, this will not count as a stitch, only the step up to the next round. *Work a FPDC in each of the next 3 stitches, Work a HDC in the next stitch. Continue around from *. Join with the beginning stitch upon completion of the round. (48 Stitches Total)

Cut the yarn and sew in the tail upon completion.

LeafChain 10. Work 1 SC in each of the next 3 chains. Work 1 HDC in each of the next 3 chains. Work 1 DC in each of the next 2 chains. Work 3 SC in the next chain. 1 DC in each of the next 2 chains. Work 1 HDC in each of the next 3

chains. Work 1 SC in each of the next 3 chains. Join with the beginning stitch.

Posted 27th October by Teresa

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8.OCT

6

Crochet Mushroom Chapstick Necklace

Crochet Mushroom Chapstick Necklace





Video Tutorial: Crochet Mushroom Chapstick NecklaceVideo Tutorial: Left Hand Version Crochet Mushroom Chapstick NecklaceSkill Level - IntermediateAbbreviationsDC - Double CrochetHDC - Half Double CrochetCH - ChainSL ST - Slip StitchSC - Single CrochetMaterialsSize H/5mm crochet hook4 ply yarnTapestry Needle

Continual Round - Instead of joining, insert your hook below the two loops at the top of the first stitch to work the first stitch of the next round. The purpose of the continual round is to eliminate a a seam that will occur with joining rounds.

Single Crochet DecreasePut your hook through the first stitch, wrap the yarn over the hook and pull it through. Leave the two loops on your hook. Put your hook through the next stitch, wrap the yarn over and pull it through. There are 3 loops on your hook. Wrap the yarn over and pull through all 3 loops. This is joining two stitches down to one stitch.

Mushroom Stem 1Chain 3 join.Round 1: Work 6 single crochet through the chain. I am working around the chain. I find this makes a neater appearance. You can work through the chain if you prefer. Do not join. Work through the top of the first stitch for the continual round.Round 2: Work 2 single crochet in each stitch around. (12 Single Crochet Total)Round 3 - 12: 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (12 Single Crochet Total)

To end the round and even it off, work a slip stitch in the next stitch.

Mushroom Stem 2Chain 3 join.Round 1: Work 6 single crochet through the chain. I am working around the chain. I find this makes a neater appearance. You can work through the chain if you prefer. Do not join. Work through the top of the first stitch for the continual round.Round 2: Work 2 single crochet in each stitch around. (12 Single Crochet Total)Round 3: *Work 1 single crochet in the next stitch, work 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Continue around to the beginning from * (18 Single Crochet Total) Round 4: Work 1 SC in each stitch around (18 Single Crochet Total) Round 5: *Work 1 SC, Work a single crochet decrease. (See above for single crochet decrease details) (12 Single Crochet Total)Round 6-12: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (12

Single Crochet Total)

Mushroom TopWork a chain 3, joinRound 1: Work 9 single crochet through the chain. Do not join, work the continual round. (9 single crochet total)Round 2: Work 2 single crochet in each stitch around. (18 single crochet total)Round 3: 1 SC in each stitch around ( 18 single crochet total)Round 4: *Work 1 SC, in the next stitch work 2 SC, continue around ( 24 single crochet total)Round 5-7: Work 1 SC in each stitch around (24 single crochet total) Round 8: *Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 2 stitches, work a single crochet decrease, repeat around. ( 18 single crochet total)Round 9: *Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 7 stitches, work a single crochet decrease. Complete a total of 2 times from *. (16 single crochet total) Work a slip stitch in the next stitch.

Sew in all the tails.

ChainWork a chain of 125-150 or you can work the long twisted rope. Sew and secure the chain/twist to one side of the mushroom stem at the top of the stem. Insert your crochet hook through round 3/4 of the mushroom from the top to the inside, wrap the chain/twist over the hook and pull it through. Inside your hook from the bottom side of the mushroom to the top, between round 3/4, wrap the chain/twist over your hook and pull it through. Pull the chain down so it does not pull back through. Lower the mushroom top over the stem to make sure it looks even. Once it looks even, sew the chain/twist to the opposite side of the mushroom. Sew in all the tails.

Posted 6th October by Teresa

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24

Crochet Angry Bird Hat

Crochet Angry Bird Hat





Video Tutorial: Crochet Angry Bird HatVideo Tutorial: Crochet Angry Bird Hat Left Hand Version


AbbreviationsDC - Double CrochetHDC - Half Double CrochetCH - ChainSL ST - Slip StitchSC - Single Crochet

MaterialsSize H/5 mm crochet hook4 ply yarn - Red - Yellow - Brown - Black - WhiteTapestry Needle

HatYarn Marker - This can be a scrap piece of yarn to mark the beginning of the roundCH 4, join with the beginning chain.

Round 1: Work 12 SC through the chain. Do not Join. Work the continual round. You may want to use a yarn marker.

Round 2: Work 1 SC in each stitch around. (12 Single Crochet)

Round 3: Work 2 single crochet in each stitch around (24 Single Crochet)

Round 4: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around (24 Single Crochet)

Round 5: *Work 1 SC in next stitch, work 2 SC in the next stitch, repeat from* (36 Single Crochet)

Round 6: 1 SC in each stitch around (36 Single Crochet)

Round 7: *1 Single Crochet in each of the next two stitches, Two single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around the hat from *. ( 48 single crochet total)

Round 8: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around (48 single crochet total)

Round 9: *1 Single Crochet in each of the next three stitches, Two single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around the hat from *. (60 single crochet total)

Round 10: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around (60 single crochet total)

Round 11: *1 Single Crochet in each of the next four stitches, Two single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around the hat from *. (72 single crochet total)


Round 13: *1 Single Crochet in each of the next five stitches, Two single

crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around the hat from *. (84 single crochet total)

Round 14-26: 1 SC in each stitch around. (84 single crochet total)

At this point you can change color or continue on with the same color.

Round 27-35 1 SC in each stitch around. (84 single crochet total)

When you work the continual round, you will end with a ridge. The even the ridge, work a slip stitch, cut the yarn, pull through the tail and give it a tug. Sew in all the tails on the cap.

Black Yarn or color of your choiceEyebrowWork a chain of 20Round 1: Work 1 SC in each of the next 9 chains, work 3 SC in the next chain, work 1 SC in each of the next 9 chains,Round 2: Work 1 SC in each of the next 10 stitches, 3 SC in the next stitch, Work 1 SC in each of the next 10 stitchesRound 3: Work 1 SC in each of the next 11 stitches, 3 SC in the next stitch, Work 1 SC in each of the next 11 stitches

Pupil - Make 2CH 2, Work 6 SC through the chain. SL ST with the first chain to join.Count back 5 stitches from the center of the eyebrow. Attach pupil to eyebrow on each side, 4 and 5 stitches from the center. You can sew or slip stitch to attach.

Eyeball White Section - White Yarn or color of your choiceCH 3, join. We will be working in rows.Row 1: Work 6 Single Crochet, do not join.Row 2: Work 2 SC in the next stitch. 2 HDC in each of the next 4 stitches. 2 SC in the last stitch. (12 stitches total)

Row 3: 1 SC in each of the next 2 stitches. 1 HDC in each of the next 8 stitches, 1 SC each of the next 2 stitches. (12 stitches total) Row 4: 2 SC in ea of the next 2 SC, 2 HDC in ea of the next 8 stitches, 2 SC in ea of the next 2 SC. (24 stitches total) Evenly sew the flat edge of the white section to the eyebrow on each side. Adjust the pupil on the front and attach it in place. Knot and sew in all the tails.Once the pieces are attached together, work an edging around both eyes with black yarn. See picture.

Place the bottom of the eyes on round 16 of the cap or adjust to your preference. Sew in place to the cap. You may want to pin in place so it does not shift.

BeakCH 3, join with the beginning chain.Round 1: Work 6 SC through the ring, do not join. Work the continual roundRound 2: Work 2 Single Crochet in each stitch around. (12 Single Crochet total)Round 3-4: Work 1 Single Crochet in each stitch around. (12 Single Crochet total)Round 5: *Work 1 Single Crochet in the next stitch, work 2 single crochet in the next stitch, repeat around from *. (18 Single Crochet total)Round 6-7: Work 1 Single Crochet in each stitch around. (18 Single Crochet total)Round 8: *Work 1 Single Crochet in each of the next 2 stitches, work 2 single crochet in the next stitch, repeat around from *. (24 Single Crochet total)Round 9-10: Work 1 Single Crochet in each stitch around. (24 Single Crochet total)Round 11: *Work 1 Single Crochet in each of the next 3 stitches, work 2 single crochet in the next stitch, repeat around from *. (30 Single Crochet total)Round 12-13: Work 1 Single Crochet in each stitch around. (30 Single Crochet total)Round 14: *Work 1 Single Crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, work 2 single crochet in the next stitch, repeat around from *. (36 Single Crochet total)Round 15-16: Work 1 Single Crochet in each stitch around. (36 Single Crochet total)Slip stitch in the next stitch, cut a long tail, pull the yarn through.

At this point you can decide if you want a beak that stands out from the cap or a flat beak. Sew below the eyes and shape to your preference. See picture.

FeathersCH 3, join.Round 1: Work 6 SC through the chain. Do not join, work the continual round.Round 2: Work 1 SC in each stitch around. (6 single crocet total)Round 3: *Work 1 SC in the next stitch, work 2 SC in the next stitch. (9 single crochet total)Round 4-14: Work 1 SC in each stitch around. (9 single crochet total) Cut the yarn, pull through the loop, tug to secure. Sew tail through the last round slightly pull. Sew to the top of the cap.

Posted 24th September by Teresa

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10.11.

SEP

13

Irish Rose Crochet Flower




Video Tutorial: Irish Rose Crochet Flower

Video Tutorial: Irish Rose Crochet Flower Left Hand

Version




AbbreviationsDC - Double CrochetHDC - Half Double CrochetCH - ChainSC - Single CrochetSL ST - Slip StitchTC -Triple Crochet


Popcorn Stitch - Work 5 double crochet in the same space or stitch, work a slip stitch to the beginning double crochet. The stitches will bulge to the front.

Work a chain 5, join

Round 1: Work a chain 3, this will count as the first stitch. * HDC, CH 1, 7 times total, join with the beginning stitch. (8 half double crochet, chain 1 total)

Round 2: Slip stitch to the chain 1 space. CH 1, this is the step up and will not count as a stitch. Work a popcorn(See detailed instructions above), CH 3 in each space around. (8 total - popcorn chain 3)

Round 3: SL ST to next Chain. *CH 1, Work 2 HDC, 3 DC, 2 HDC, CH 1, SL ST in same space. Slip Stitch to next space, Complete 8 times total from *.

Round 4: Slip Stitch on the back side of of the stitches to the center of the petal on round 3. *CH 5, Slip Stitch in the center of the next petal. Complete 8 times total from *. Slip stitch to join with the first chain. (8 Chain 5 Loops)

Round 5: Slip Stitch in to the chain loop. *Work a CH 1, 3 HDC 2 DC, 3 TC, 2 HDC, 3 HDC, CH 1, slip stitch in the same loop. Slip Stitch in the next loop. Complete 8 times total from *. Cut the yarn and sew in all the tails.


Irish Rose Crochet Flower Left Hand Version

Posted 13th September by TeresaLabels: Flower

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12.AUG

23

As Seen On - How to Get your Blog or Site Featured on a YouTube Video

As Seen On is a feature highlighting blogs and sites, that have embedded a YouTube video to their blog/site. The first image shows the location of the feature on the video in the red shaded oval to the lower right.

To find the embedding code, you will click on share, then click on embed and the code will appear. You will copy and paste the code to your site.

You can read more about this feature on the YouTube Blog - http://youtube-global.blogspot.com/2011/06/as-seen-on-youtube-pages-celebrating.html

Posted 23rd August by Teresa

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13.AUG

6

Hazy Day Crochet Square

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Hazy Day Crochet Square



Video Tutorial: Hazy Day Crochet Square

Video Tutorial: Hazy Day Crochet Square Left Hand



Reverse Single Crochet- This stitch is worked in the opposite direction of the traditional single crochet.

MaterialsSize I/5.5 mm crochet hook4 ply yarn - 2 Colors - Scrap yarn will work

Tapestry NeedleWork a Chain 3, join.

Round 1: Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch and is the step up to the next round. Work 10 Double Crochet right through the center of the ring. (10 Double Crochet Total)

Round 2: Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch, Work 2 DC in each stitch around. Join with the beginning stitch. Cut the yarn and secure.

Round 3: Attach the new color of yarn. Working in the front loop only, Work a reverse single crochet in each stitch around. Join with the beginning stitch. Cut the yarn, secure. ( 24 reverse single crochet)

Round 4: Attach the new color of yarn in the back loop only. Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch, work 1 double crochet in the same loop, work 1 DC in each of the next 3 loops. In the next loop work 3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC all in the same loop, *work 1 DC in each of the next 4 loops. In the next loop work 3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC all in the same loop. Complete 3 times from *. Join with the beginning stitch. Cut and secure the yarn to change color.

Round 5: Attach the yarn with a slip stitch to the center corner of the increase. Work a chain 1, this will not count as a stitch, Work 3 double crochet in the corner. The next stitches will be the double crochet cross or cross over

stitch. It will be in the shape of an X. *(Skip the first stitch, work a double crochet in the next stitch. Work a double crochet in the stitch you skipped. Complete 5 times total). In the next CH 2 space, work 3 DC, CH 2, 3 DC, Complete 3 times from *, (Skip the first stitch, work a double crochet in the next stitch. Work a double crochet in the stitch you skipped. Complete 5 times total). Work 3 DC in the beginning chain, CH 2, Join with the beginning chain. Cut the yarn, secure and change color.

Round 6: Attach the yarn with a slip stitch to the corner. Chain 1, work 2 Half Double Crochet in the CH 2 space, *work 1 HDC in each stitch across, there will be a total of 16 HDC. In the corner, work 2 HDC, CH 2, 2 HDC. Complete 3 times total from*. work 1 HDC in each stitch across, there will be a total of 16 HDC. In the CH 2 space, work 2 HDC, CH 2. Join with the beginning stitch.

Posted 6th August by TeresaLabels: Granny Square

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Singing About Crochet & Knitting

There are people singing about crochet and knitting. Two fun videos!

Posted 6th August by TeresaLabels: Singing Crochet Knit

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Crochet Geek Featured in YouTube ReportMy Crochet channel on YouTube - Crochet Geek, has been featured in a YouTube report. Thank you to each an every one of you who visit my channel to learn crochet. I learn from each of you, with the comments you leave me and the heartwarming stories you share. I am humbled by the challenges that many of you have shared with me in learning to crochet. Your stories help me become a better crochet teacher. I continue to learn from you to this day, through reading your wonderful comments! I did not realize that The Art of Crochet was fading away until I started my crochet channel in 2006. Now we are in the process of bringing Crochet back to life. YouTube is powerful! I am excited to see where we go next!

Crochet Love and Stitches,Teresa

http://youtube-global.blogspot.com/2011/07/celebrating-

creativity-of-youtubes.html

YouTube Report PDFPosted 28th July by Teresa

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Google+ InvitesIf you would like an invite to Google+, leave your email address in the comments or send me a private message on YouTube. Your email address never be public since comments are on moderation. I will delete the comment/message with your email immediately after I get it sent. If you already have Google+, search for Teresa Richardson Crochet Geek. I am adding all crocheters to my crochet circle.

I understand that some of you will not be interested, which is understandable. I don't know when Google+ will go live. Google+ and my YouTube channel are going to function together once it goes live. The features with Google+ are much better than anything I have now.

Crochet Playlist of Hats

Posted 24th July by TeresaLabels: Google+

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What have you done out of Frustration with Crochet instructions, that make no sense?

Have you ever gotten so frustrated with a crochet project that you threw your work or did something unusual out of frustration? When I was younger, I threw my yarn, hook and project across the room. Then I beat the skein of yarn against floor and ended up with a yarn blob, knot mess. I had to wind the mess in to a ball after that because the yarn was all in knots. After that, I felt better and a few days later figured out the pattern.

This post is inspired by a comment on my YouTube channel, where someone told me they broke their crochet hook out of frustration.

Posted 20th July by TeresaLabels: frustration

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Crochet Hook Grip Modification - Flexi Wrap

This will provide another way to modify your crochet hook using pencil grips and flexi wrap. The flexi wrap can be found in the first aid section of any pharmacy. A variety of pencil grips

can be found in the office supply section of many stores.

Posted 20th July by TeresaLabels: gel grips Hook

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Crochet Flower - Made from Plain Old Circles

Crochet Flower

You will need to create 5 small circles (2 rounds) I am including the third round for this circle, even though the example is made

with only two rounds. You can make this project with thread.


Size H Crochet Hook4-Ply Worsted Weight Yarn

Chain 3, Join

Round 1: CH 1, 12 DC in the loop, join in the first double crochet.

Round 2: CH 1, 2 DC in ea DC around. ( 24 Double Crochet Total)

Round 3: CH 1, *2 DC in next ST, 1 DC in next ST. Repeat around from * ( 36Double Crochet Total)

You have a choice of two edgings to choose from. You can also use an edging of your own if you would like to.

Edging 1: Reverse Single Crochet

Edging 2: SL ST between stitch, *CH 3 SL ST in same sp, SL ST in next SP, Repeat around from *, join.

You will want to cut a length of yarn to attach the circles together.

4. The first frame shows the circle, in preparation to being added to the other petals.

5. You fold the circle about 1/3 of the way up to form a straight edge along the bottom of all 5 circles.

6. Fold the bottom points of the large circle together and run the needle through, pulling snug and securing. You will want to shape and adjust your petal at this point.

7. Knot and secure your petals. Hide the tail.Posted 14th July by Teresa

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Andrew's Keepsake - Crochet Tunisian

Andrew's Keepsake



Video Tutorial: Andrew's Keepsake Crochet Scarf

Video Tutorial: Andrew's Keepsake Crochet Scarf Left Hand Version


AbbreviationsDC - Double CrochetCH - ChainSL ST - Slip Stitch

MaterialsSize I/5.5 mm crochet hookLong Crochet Hook - I-5.5mm4 ply yarnTapestry Needle

Multiple: 6+1 - This means you will add 6 extra chains for each extra shell, to make your work

wider.

Afghan Stitch - There are two passes to complete a row of the afghan stitch.

Work a chain of 25.If you are using more than 25 loops, you will want to use the longer crochet hook.Row 1:Pass 1: Put your hook through the chain, wrap the yarn over and pull through, *Put your hook through the next chain, wrap the yarn over and pull through, continue across from leaving all loops on your hook * until you have 25 loops on your hook.Pass 2: On the edge only, you will wrap the yarn over, pull through one loop, The remaining stitches will be wrap the yarn over, pull through two, Wrap the yarn over pull through two until you work all the loops of your hook, there will be a total of 25.

Row 2: Pass 1: The first loop for the next row is on your hook, you will see vertical loops all the way across. Put your hook under the next vertical loop, wrap the yarn over and pull through, *Put your hook under the next vertical loop, wrap the yarn over and pull through, continue across until you get to the last stitch. On the edge, you will want to insert your hook below two loops on the edge. This will make a neater appearance, wrap the yarn over and

pull through. (25 loops on hook total)Pass 2: On the edge only, you will wrap the yarn over, pull through one loop, The remaining stitches will be wrap the yarn over, pull through two, Wrap the yarn over pull through two until you work all the loops of your hook, there will be a total of 25.

Rows 3-5: Repeat Row 2 - Keep in mind there are two passes for each row

Once you have completed the five rows of the afghan stitch, you can switch to the shorter hook if you have been using the longer hook.

Shell RowRow 6: Work a chain one. Work a single crochet through the first stitch. *Skip two stitches(skipping the vertical loops) Work a shell with 5 double crochet. Skip 2 stitches. Work a single crochet. Continue across from *. When you finish, cut the yarn and secure. This piece will have a front side and a back side.

Pass 1: Attach yarn to the first stitch of the shell row. Insert your hook through the top of the stitch below the two loops. Pull the yarn through. Insert your hook through the top of the next stitch below the two loops. Pull the yarn through. Continue across. You will end with 25 loops on your hook.Pass 2: On the edge only, you will wrap the yarn over, pull through one loop, The remaining stitches will be wrap the yarn over, pull through two, Wrap the yarn over pull through two until you work all the loops of your hook, there will be a total of 25.

Rows 2-5: Repeat Row 2 - Keep in mind there are two passes for each row

You will repeat the afghan stitch rows and the shell stitch

Posted 10th July by TeresaLabels: blanket afghan afghan stitch tunisian

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Crochet Geek Officially on ItunesI am set up on Itunes with a few videos. I am going to get the basic stitch tutorials uploaded and take requests for tutorials you would like to see on Itunes.

http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/crochet-mania/id448012365

Posted 8th July by TeresaLabels: Crochet Geek Itunes

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Crochet MultiplesThis video tutorial will show you examples of multiples.

Posted 7th July by Teresa

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Streamer Crochet Hat Teresa Richardson - with Brim by Bethintx1 - Elizabeth Ham

This is the streamer crochet hat created by Teresa Richardson aka Crochet Geek, with a brim addition created by Elizabeth Ham aka Bethintx1 on YouTube . It makes a nice summer hat!

I have posted my set of written instructions at the bottom of this post. This external link is where you will find the crochet brim written instructions. Both video tutorials are posted below.

The top hat section video is on my crochet channel Crochet Geek, and the brim video is on Bethintx1. You will want to check out the other crochet tutorials that Bethintx1 - Elizabeth Hamhas on her channel.

Streamer Summer Hat Brim

Streamer Crochet Hat

Streamer Crochet Hat


Video Tutorial: Streamer Crochet Hat

Written Instructions: crochet brim written instructionsSkill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate

AbbreviationsSP - SpaceDC - Double CrochetSK - Skip

Size I/5.5mm Crochet Hook

Increase - Double Crochet, CHain 1, Double Crochet, Chain 1, all in the same space

Round 1: CH 4, *DC through the loop, CH 1, repeat 9 times total from *. Slip stitch to join with the beginning chain 3. (10 Double Crochet Chain 1 total)

Round 2: Attach contrasting color of yarn, CH 1, 2 SC in the previous CH space. CH 1, Skip over the double crochet, *work 2 SC in the next CH 1 SP, CH 1. Continue from * working in each CH 1 space. Slip stitch to join with the beginning chain 3. (20 Single Crochet Total with 10 Chain 1 between each set of 2)

Round 3: CH 4, DC in the same Stitch(this is the first increase stitch), CH 1, DC, CH 1 in the next Stitch. *Double Crochet, Chain 1, Double Crochet, Chain 1 in the next stitch for the increase, work an individual Double Crochet, Chain 1 in the next stitch. Continue around from *. Slip stitch to join with the

beginning chain 3. There will be 5 increases and 5 individual stitches worked. (15 Double Crochet, Chain 1 total) There will be 5 increases done on this round.

Round 4: Attach contrasting color of yarn, CH 1, 2 SC in the previous CH space. CH 1, Skip over the double crochet, *work 2 SC in the next CH 1 SP, CH 1. Continue from * working in each CH 1 space. Slip stitch to join with the beginning chain 3. (30 Single Crochet Total with 15Chain 1 between each set of 2)

Round 5: CH 4, DC in the next stitch, CH 1. DC, CH 1, DC, CH 1 in the next stitch for the first increase. *Work an individual DC, CH1 in each of the next 2 stitches, Work an increase of DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next individual stitch. Continue around from *, slip stitch to join with the beginning chain 3. (20 Double Crochet, Chain 1 total) The increases are staggered on this round and worked in the stitches on the previous round that were not increases. (20 Double Crochet, Chain 1 total) There will be 5 increases done on this round.


Round 7: Chain 4, DC, CH 1 in the same stitch(increase), work DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next stitch(increase), work an individual DC, CH 1 in each of the next 2 stitches. *DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next stitch(increase), DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next stitch(increase), work an individual DC, CH 1 in each of the next 2 stitches. Continue around from *, Join with a slip stitch in the beginning chain 3. (30 Double Crochet, Chain 1 total) There will be 10 increases done on this round.


Round 9: Chain 4, work an individual DC, CH 1 in each of the next 3 stitches, DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next stitch(increase), DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next stitch(increase), * Work 1 DC, CH 1 in each of the next 4, DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next stitch(increase), DC, CH1, DC, CH1 in the next stitch(increase),

continue around from *, join with a slip stitch in the beginning chain 3. (40 Double Crochet, Chain 1 total) There will be 10 increases done on this round.

Round 10: Attach contrasting color of yarn, CH 1, 1 SC in the previous CH space. CH 1, Skip over the double crochet, *work 1 SC in the next CH 1 SP, CH 1. Continue from * working in each CH 1 space. Slip stitch to join with the beginning chain 3. (40 Single Crochet Total with 40 Chain 1 between each single crochet)

Round 11: CH 4, *DC, CH 1, continue around from * to the beginning. Slip stitch to join the round with the beginning chain 3. (40 Double Crochet, Chain 1 total)

Continue with rounds 10 and 11 for the length of the hat.

Posted 28th June by Teresa

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