Flash Giveaway Blog Hop!

September 1, 2015 by Kathy Lashley 47 Comments

I hope you are having a fantastic time with our Flash Giveway Blog Hop! If you are going in order, you’ve probably started drooling over all the goodies you’ve gotten so far right? If I’m your first stop in the blog hop….well you are in store for some wonderful treats! (See below for the next blog hop link!)

But before you go clicking around this fab hop, please note: You are very welcome and encouraged to share the link to this post with your friends on social media and message boards! Please do NOT share the coupon codes themselves. It’s the visitors to our blogs that allow us to make these patterns free today, so click, share the blog link (there are handy buttons for this at the very bottom of the post!), and enjoy! Thanks so much for your help and cooperation. Now let’s have a little fun!

ELK Studio partnered with some of the most talented designers to give you a chance to receive a FREE pattern for the next 24 hrs. It will start today (Tuesday), September 1st at noon, CST and last until September 2nd at noon, CST!

I’m giving away the Tropical Delight Shawl! I think you’ll love the design and will see how simple stitching can turn a project into something quite elegant!

To get this pattern for FREE (READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE CLICKING THE LINK!)

1. Click HERE for the Ravelry Link
2. Add the pattern to your cart
3. Click on Enter Coupon Code
4. Enter the code ELK BLOG HOP
5. Click Apply
6. Click on Check out!

Now….on to the next blog…

I’m so happy to tell you that you will now visit my good friend, Elena, from Beatrice Ryan Designs! She’s so talented, and I’m sure you’ll love she has for you!

I hope you’ll enjoy the Flash Give-Away Blog Hop and tell all the other designers how grateful you are for the limited FREE offer of the patterns. Remember to share only the link and not the code itself….

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Lookin’ Lovely Beanie!

August 31, 2015 by Kathy Lashley 3 Comments

Update: 12/07/2015 – There was a typo on Round 2 and 5 which have now been corrected.

If you loved how easy the Lookin’ Lovely Cowl was to crochet….you’ll love the matching beanie. I considered how a few of you had a hard time with the brim of Project #2 in the Christmas Present Crochet-Along and decided to do this one a little different. Honestly though, you could easily adapt to use whichever brim you liked the best with simply ensuring the correct beginning stitch count! Now…get to crocheting using all those wonderful color schemes that Lion Brand Landscape yarn has to offer. It will really allow your personality to shine through with your color choice!

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Supplies:
1. Lion Brand Landscape Yarn 3.5 oz/100 grams, 147 yards per skein, #4 Worsted Weight Yarn, 100% Acrylic. I used 4.1 oz or approximately 170 yards, NOTE: I used an entire skein of the Sand Dune, so if your tension is loose, you may need to purchase 2 skeins. Colorway: Sand Dune #203, and Sage #173
2. Hook – K/6.5mm
3. Tapestry Needle for weaving in the ends.

Level: Easy

Size: Adult Size Approximately 22″

Gauge: 12 dc sts and 6 rows = 4″

Abbreviations:
ch – chain
bpdc – back post double crochet
dc – double crochet
fpdc – front post double crochet – Click HERE for a video tutorial by Moogly.
rem – remaining
sc – single crochet
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together – Click HERE for a video tutorial by Moogly.
sl st – slip stitch
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)

Notes:
ch 1 at the beginning of a round is NOT considered a sc unless otherwise stated.
Ch 3 at the beginning of a round is considered a dc unless otherwise stated.
Ch 4 at the beginning of a round is considered a (dc, ch1) unless otherwise stated.

If you need help with closing up the hole in a beanie. click HERE for a video tutorial.

Pattern Instructions

Multiples of 6

Using Sage, Ch 60, join with sl st to first ch.

Round 1: Ch 3 (See Pattern Notes), dc in first ch and each rem chain around, join by sl st to first st. (60 sts)

Round 2: Ch 1, (See Pattern Notes). *fpdc around first post of dc, bpdc around next post of dc, repeat from *, join by sl st to first st. (60 sts)

Round 3,4: Repeat Round 2

Round 5: ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next st and each rem st around, join by sl st to first st. (60 sts)

Round 6: Using Sand Dune, Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, *skip next 2 sts, 3 dc in next st, repeat from *, join by sl st to top of ch-3. (60 sts)

Round 7: Ch 4, (See Pattern Notes), skip next st, dc in next 2 sts, *ch 1, skip next st, dc in next 2 st, repeat from * until last 2 sts, ch 1, skip next st, dc in last st, join by sl st to top of ch-3. (60 sts)

Round 8: Sl st in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in st below ch-1 sp, *skip next 2 st, 3 dc in st below ch-1 sp, repeat from *, join by sl st to first st. (60 st)

Repeat Rounds 7-8: 5 times

Round 19: ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog, *sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, repeat from *, join by sl st to first st. (50 sts)

Round 20: ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next 2 st, sc2tog, *sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog, repeat from *, join by sl st to first st. (40 sts)

Round 21: ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next st, sc2tog, *sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, repeat from *, join by sl st to first st. (30 sts)

Round 22: ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next st and each rem st around, join by sl st to first st. (30 sts)

Do not fasten off. Measure out 8-10“of yarn to weave through every other sc.

Take your tapestry needle and weave under the loops of every other sc around, pull the yarn tightly. (NOTE: With this particular yarn, handle gently when you pull “tight” to close the top of the hat). This will close up the hat. Sew the top of the hat with a few stitches for security. Fasten off

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Have a great day!

Kathy

Lookin’ Lovely Cowl!

August 25, 2015 by Kathy Lashley 1 Comment

If you are in my ELK Studio Crocheter’s Group, I showed you this fun cowl a week or so ago that I made using the new Lion Brand Landscape yarn that I received at the CGOA conference! Well, I thought it was time to make it a FREE pattern for you! It’s a fun and fast ONE SKEIN project!

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Supplies:
1. Lion Brand Landscape Yarn 3.5 oz/100 grams, 147 yards per skein, #4 Worsted Weight Yarn, 100% Acrylic. I used 3.1 oz or approximately 130 yards, Colorway: Tropics
2. Hook – K/6.5mm
3. Tapestry Needle for weaving in the ends.

Level: Beginner/Easy

Gauge: Is not important for this project

Abbreviations:
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
rem – remaining
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)

Notes:
ch 1 at the beginning of a round is NOT considered a hdc/sc unless otherwise stated.
Ch 3 at the beginning of a round is considered a dc unless otherwise stated.
Ch 4 at the beginning of a round is considered a (dc, ch1) unless otherwise stated.

Pattern Instructions

Multiples of 3 (If you want a scarf instead of a cowl, increase your starting chain using the multiples of 3) 120, 150, 180, etc.

Ch 75, join with sl st to first ch.

Round 1: Ch 1 (See Pattern Notes), sc in first ch and each rem chain around, join by sl st to first st. (75 sts)

Round 2: Ch 1, hdc in first st, hdc in next st and each rem st around, join by sl st to first st. (75 sts)

Round 3: Ch 3, (See Pattern Notes), 2 dc in same st, *skip next 2 sts, 3 dc in next st, repeat from *, join by sl st to top of ch-3. (75 sts)

Round 4: Ch 4, (See Pattern Notes), skip next st, dc in next 2 sts, *ch 1, skip next st, dc in next 2 st, repeat from * until last 2 sts, ch 1, skip next st, dc in last st, join by sl st to top of ch-3. (75 sts)

Round 5: Sl st in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in st below ch-1 sp, *skip next 2 st, 3 dc in st below ch-1 sp, repeat from *, join by sl st to first st. (75 st)

Repeat Rounds 4-5: 3 times

Round 12: Repeat round 2

Round 13: Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in next st and each rem st around, join by sl st to first sc. (75 st)

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

I hope you enjoy the pattern!

Kathy

Christmas Present Crochet-Along 2015 Project #3

August 24, 2015 by Kathy Lashley Leave a Comment

It’s time for another Christmas Present Crochet-Along! I know many of you had suggested a washcloth as one of our “quick” gifts and this one is perfect! You may decide it looks to pretty to use as a washcloth but even using it in the kitchen as a decoration is a great idea! My good friend Mistie, from American Crochet designed Project #3 so let’s give her a big THANKS! I’ve decided that I’m going to use Cascade Luna for my washcloth and can’t wait to see how it turns out! I’m sure before it’s over, we’ll see lots of different yarns and colors used! Be sure to add them to the link below! You can check out Project 1 and Project 2 if you’d like to see what we’ve been up to lately!

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Christmas in the summer gets the crafter thinking about the holiday season and all the special gifts they are in need of making. This washcloth uses4 colors of Red Heart Cream de la Cream cotton and a H Brittany hook. The poinsettia is crocheted along with the square then joined together to form a beautiful, nice size washcloth. It is very soft and durable to use, although it could be placed on the counter for decoration (ya know..if you think it’s too pretty to use!)

It’s another great project for our Christmas Present Crochet-Along don’t you think? I would like to extend a warm welcome and thanks to American Crochet for designing this pattern for our Christmas Present Crochet-Along! Don’t forget to check out her blog and see all the other wonderful designs just waiting for you! Hey…if you use your imagination, couldn’t you see this as a beautiful square for an afghan project too?

Level: Easy

Materials:
1. Yarn: Red Heart Cream de la Cream Worsted Weight 100 % cotton, 2.5 oz, 70.9 g, 125 yds I used a small amount of #0205 Golden Yellow (color A), #0905 Really Red (color B), #0649 Forest (color C), and #0001 White (color D)
2. Hook: Brittany H/5.0mm (You do not have to use a Brittany Hook as any size H hook is fine.)
3. Tapestry Needle for weaving in the ends

Measurement:
Lying flat 10 inches square

Gauge: Not Important for this project.

Abbreviations:
Ch/chs = chain/chains
Dc = double crochet
Dc cl = double crochet cluster (See Special Stitches)
Hdc = half double crochet
Rnd = Round
Sc = single crochet
Sc2tog = single crochet 2 together
Sl st = slip stitch
Sp/sps = space/spaces
St/sts = stitch/stitches

SPECIAL STITCHES:
1. Double Crochet Cluster Stitch also Double Crochet 3 Together Stitch (DC3Tog)
YO hook insert hook into the indicated stitch. YO and draw up a loop, YO and draw through the first 2 loops on the hook. YO insert our hook in same st and draw through a loop; you should have 4 loops on your hook. YO draw through the first 2 loops only and you should have 3 loops on your hook. YO and insert hook same stitch and draw through that will give you 5 loops on your hook. YO and draw through the first 2 loops. That will leave you with 4 loops on your hook. YO and draw through all 4 loops on the hook. Secure the cluster with a chain stitch.

2. Reverse Single Crochet aka Crab Stitch
This is worked from left to right (or opposite direction) With right side of project facing you Chain 1, *insert hook into next stitch to right, yarn over and pull through, (2 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops*. Continue working * * until you have reached the end of project. Slip stitch into first chain 1 and fasten off, weave in ends.

Notes:
Poinsettia and square are worked then sewn together.
Ch 1 at beginning of rows or rounds does not count as a stitch

Instructions:

Center of Flower

With Color A (Yellow) ch 4 sl st together to form ring

Work 4 dc cl sts (See Special Stitches) inside ring; join with sl st to top of 1st cl st

Fasten off color A

Small Petals: (You will make 4 petals in ch-1 sps of dc cl)

Attach color B (Red) into a ch 1 sp for 1st petal

Row 1: ch 1, 4 sc in same ch 1 sp, ch 1, turn (4 sc)

Row 2: hdc in 1st sc and each sc across, ch 1, turn (4 hdc)

Rows 3: repeat row 2

Row 4: sc2tog twice, ch 1, turn (2sc)

Row 5: sc2tog, (DO NOT FASTEN OFF) working in sides of rows on left of petal just made sl st to base, sl st into next ch 1 sp; First petal complete

Repeat (rows 1 – 5) 3 times

At base of last petal turn work to back making loops for next row of petals

Ch3 sl st into opposite side of petal, *ch 3, sl st into 1st st of next petal, ch 3, sl st into last st of petal, repeat around from *; (8 ch 3 spaces)

Large Petals (You will make 8 petals in ch-3 spaces just made)

Turn work working behind small petals sl st into 1st ch 3 sp

Row 1: ch 1, 6 sc in same sp, ch 1, turn (6 sc)

Row 2: sc in first st and each st across; ch 1, turn (6 sc)

Row 3 – 5: repeat row 2 (6 sc)

Row 6: sc2tog, sc next 2 sc, sc2tog; ch 1, turn (4 sc)

Row 7: sc across; ch 1, turn (4 sc)

Row 8: sc2tog twice (2 sc)

Row 9: sc2tog. (DO NOT FASTEN OFF) working in sides of rows on left of petal just made sl st to base, sl st into next ch 3 sp; First petal complete

Repeat (rows 1 – 9) 7 times Total of 8 large petals

At base of last petal fasten off red

On side of 1st large petal attach color C (green) on back to make loops for row of leaves

Ch3, sl st into opposite side of next petal, repeat 3 times; join with sl st into 1st ch; (4 ch-3 spaces)

Turn working behind 2 rows of red petals

Row 1: sl st into 1st ch 3 loop, 8sc into loop; ch 1, turn (8 sc)

Row 2: sc in 1st sc and each across; ch 1, turn (8 sc)

Rows 3 – 8: repeat row 2 (8 sc)

Row 9: sc2tog, sc next 4, sc2tog; ch 1, turn (6 sc)

Row 10: sc in 1st st and across; ch 1, turn (6 sc)

Row 11: sc2tog, sc next 2 sts, sc2tog; ch 1, turn (4 sc)

Row 12: sc in 1st st and across; ch 1, turn (4 sc)

Row 13: sc2tog 2 times (2 sc)

Row 14: sc2tog (DO NOT FASTEN OFF) working in sides of rows on left of leaf just made sl st to base, sl st into next ch 3 sp; First leaf complete

Repeat (rows 1 – 14) 3 times Total of 4 large leaves

At base of last leaf fasten off green work in all ends lay aside

12 inch square with color D (White)

Ch 4, join to form ring.

Rnd 1: ch 1, (does not count) 8 sc in ring, join with sl st to 1st sc (8 sc)

Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in same st as join and each st around; join with sl st tin 1st hdc (16 hdc)

Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 hdc in same st as join, *hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat from *to* around; join with sl st in 1st hdc (24hdc)

Rnd 4: ch 1, hdc in same st as join and next 4 sts, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) corner made, *hdc in next 5 sts, corner in next st,* repeat 2 more times, joining with sl st in 1st hdc (5 hdc on each side and 4 corners)

Rnd 5: ch 1, dc in same st as join, and next 6 sts, corner in ch 2 sp, dc in next 7 sts, corner in ch 2 sps, dc in next 7 sts, corner in ch 2 sps, dc in next 7 sts, corner in ch 2 sps; join with sl st to 1st dc (7 dc on each side and 4 corners)

Rnd 6 – 10: Repeat Rnd 5 increasing dc on each side evenly between corners

Rnd 11: Work reverse single crochet (See Special Stitches) in each st around placing 2 in each corner.

Fasten off and weave ends

Finishing

Place poinsettia centered on top of square with the leaves pointing to each corner. Pin in place and sew the flower to the square around rnd 4, leaving the ends of petals and leaves loose.
Happy Hooking and Enjoy!

© American Crochet 2011 ~ 2015. All rights reserved. This pattern may not be copied or reproduced in any way. You may not sell this pattern or profit from it in any way. You may sell items made from this pattern. However, you must link back to my American Crochet site to credit me for the pattern (americancrochet.com). You may not use my photos to sell your finished product. I have made every effort to ensure that this pattern is correct. If you have any questions or problems, you may email me at
mistie@americancrochet.com.

Once your item is complete, share your work by posting a picture on the American Crochet Facebook page!

If you don’t know Mistie….check out some of her other work below.

Gracie’s Shrug
Christmas Ornament Coasters
Last Minute Open Weave Wrap

“Making it thru Monday” Crochet Review #93

August 10, 2015 by Kathy Lashley Leave a Comment

Hello all! I want to welcome you to the “Making it thru Monday” Crochet Review! I have a great time see the creativity of other people and hope you do too! I would love to see what you’ve been making lately…..so link it up! See all the “official” rules below!

You will have 2 weeks to add your project to the latest “Making it thru Monday”.
The top 5 in most clicks will be featured on the blog and other social media sites!

I hope this will spark some interest and get you to “link up” your projects! My original intent of “Making it thru Monday” was to give us some inspiration to get us through the day. Mondays can be so blah with going back to work, etc., and if you get a break from it…..who wouldn’t want to see some beautiful crochet to brighten your day?

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1. (Most Clicked) Amigurumi Timothy Turtle CAL by Rebeckah’s Treasures. (Paid Pattern)

2. Enchanted Ivy Wings by Kaleidoscopes Art & Gifts exclusively for Cre8tion Crochet. (FREE Pattern)

3. Playful Dolphin Security Blanket by AllieCat’s Hats and Crafts (Paid Pattern)

4. Christmas Candy Dog Bandanna by Posh Pooch Designs. (FREE Pattern)

5. Mr. Hump….Mr. Foch by Doll Crochetka. (Inspiration Only, NO pattern)

Now that you’ve looked over all these projects….don’t forget to add yours!

Rules:

All photos must have a link. This could be from your Ravelry project page, Facebook link, Etsy link, or even Instagram link. All links must be to the individual photo and not the main Facebook or Etsy page.
All projects and photos must be your own. Using a designer’s pattern is acceptable.
Following me on at least one social media site would be wonderful!
Don’t forget to use the name of your project or post in the description. Don’t use your name.
If your project gets featured, please don’t submit that same project again at a later date.

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Christmas Present Crochet-Along 2015 Project #3 Supply List

August 8, 2015 by Kathy Lashley Leave a Comment

Can you believe we are already on our third project of the Christmas Present Crochet-Along? It’s amazing to see all the projects shared in the ELK Studio Crocheter’s Facebook group too! We’ve really grown a wonderful and supportive community. I was to thank all of YOU for making that possible! Check out Project 1 and Project 2 if you’d like to see what we’ve been up to lately!

I know many of you have wondered if there would be matching boot cuffs and mittens to project 1 and 2 of the CAL. The answer is Yes! But….not right now. Some people may need to take a break of doing the “same stitch” plus I really want to give a variety to everyone. I’ve really tried to listen to what you requested when I asked you want you wanted in the CAL and dishcloth was a top project! I’m really proud to partner with Mistie from American Crochet on this project! She’s graciously designed something I think you’ll love! She’s already part of the ELK Studio Crocheter’s group, but I really want to welcome her and say thanks for taking the time out of her busy schedule to design this dishcloth!

Here’s what you’ll need:

Supplies:
Yarn: Red Heart Cream de la Cream Worsted Weight 100 % cotton, 2.5 oz, 70.9 g, (125 yds for the cream) I used a small amount of #0205 Golden Yellow (color A), #0905 Really Red (color B), #0649 Forest (color C), and #0001 White (color D)
Hook: H/5.0mm
Tapestry Needle for weaving in the ends.

So you can see that if you have a cotton stash…it could really be a stash buster project! By the way, I’ve seen it and think you’ll love it!

Project #3 release date is August 24, 2015 so get those other WIP’s (work in progress) projects done!!!

If you don’t know Mistie….check out some of her other work below.

Gracie’s Shrug
Christmas Ornament Coasters
Last Minute Open Weave Wrap

See ya around! Be blessed!

Kathy

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Instructions:

Center of Flower

Small Petals: (You will make 4 petals in ch-1 sps of dc cl)

Large Petals (You will make 8 petals in ch-3 spaces just made)

12 inch square with color D (White)

Finishing

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