NewYear Projects

Hello Friends...As we're well into January, I would like to wish everyone a very belated Happy New Year! I've been quiet, but busy finishing off another big squishy blanket order, and have another in the works.

I've also been playing with some different crochet stitches for some new blankets. I haven't quite decided on the yarn as of yet, but I've been testing things out on my Vanna's Choice stash, with different colour changes. I'm sure I'll go back and forth on ideas and yarn possibilities before I land on something, but it's always fun to play around.

Check out my project progress...

Super Scarf :: Free Pattern

Hello Friends...Super Scarves are all the rage. Here's a quick and easy pattern to whip up in your favorite bulky yarn.

Supplies Needed:

Any Super Bulky Yarn of your choice.  I used a yarn that was manufacturers ends, so I'm not certain the total yardage I wound up using in the end. My best guess would be roughly 4 to 5 balls of something like Bernat Softee Chunky. Buy enough and return what you don't use.

Size 8mm crochet hook
Needle to weave in ends
Yarn scissors

Required Crochet Stitches and Abbreviations:

● Chain (ch)

● Double Crochet (dc)

● Stitch (st)

● Repeat from * to *

● Note: All crochet terms are U.S.

Measurements: 66" without fringe and 82" with fringe in length.  The width is 10". The pattern can easily be adapted to any size you wish. If you prefer a longer or shorter scarf simply repeat rows until desired length is reached. If you wish to change the width, increase or decrease chain in multiples of 2.

Pattern:

Chain 24,

Row 1 - 1 dc into 4th chain from hook,  *Skip 1 stitch, 2 dc into next stitch.  Repeat * until end. 1 dc in the final chain.

Row 2 - Ch 3, skip the next dc and dc twice into the space between the next group of 2. * Dc twice in each space between the groups of 2 from the row below. Repeat * until the end. 1 dc in the final stitch.

Repeat Row 2 until you've reached desired length for your scarf.

Finishing:

Cut several strips of yarn that measure approx. 18" in length each. Take 3 strips, line them up with
each other evenly and fold them in half together. Insert crochet hook into open space at end of scarf.  Loop folded strips over hook.  Pull through space and wrap once around hook.  Pull all the way through and tighten knot.  Repeat evenly across on both ends of scarf.



Please kindly use this pattern for personal use only.  Please do not distribute with out my consent.  Pining of images are welcome, otherwise all images are copyright and may not be used without consent.  Thank you -- Alison, Modern Grace Design

Free Pattern Scarf Sneak Peak

Hello Friends...New simple scarf WIP for donation. Stay tuned for free pattern...

Chunky Ribbed Crochet Blanket :: Free Pattern

Hello Friends...Here's another project I've recently finished off, a lovely chunky ribbed crochet blanket:

It's a simple hdc stitch, done through the back loop (BL) to get the ribbed / knit like effect.  I used Loops' n Threads Cozy Wool and the colour is Stone, however any Super Bulky weight yarn can be substituted.

With a large 10 mm hook, this blanket works up super quick.  It's the perfect beginner friendly project! I believe it took roughly 11 skeins to complete.  See below for full pattern info. on this easy blanket:



Pattern Instructions:

Ch, 96 sts.

Row 1 - hdc into 3rd ch from hook in the back loop (BL), 94 sts. Turn.

Row 2 - Ch 2, hdc into 1st st. (last st. of the previous row) in the BL and in each stitch across. Turn.

Repeat Row 2 for 37 rows, or until desired width.

My finished blanket measures approx.: 55" x 55".  If you wish to adjust the size, simply measure your starting chain to your desired width and add 3 more chains. Work blanket to desired length.

As always, thanks for looking and your support. 

Pining of images are welcome, otherwise all images are copyright and may not be used without consent.  Thank you -- Alison, Modern Grace Design

Cosy Crochet Cowl

Hello Friends...it's been a cold week up here in Toronto, but nothing to complain about in terms of the week our neighbours and friends (in my case family) to the south of us have endured.  Our hearts and prayers go out to them in their time of need.

I feel I've been going a bit cowl crazy lately.  They really just seem to be everywhere...on the streets and in all the stores.  We've been seeing them in the crochet/knit community for a few years now, but they have really taken off with the general public.  Here's my latest interpretation:

 

 

 

 

I wrote up a PDF pattern for this as well.  If you're interested, please visit my shop.  Thanks for visiting and have a wonderful weekend.

Crochet Cowl with a Stripe

Hello Friends...As promised here is the other crochet cowl I've been working on.  I love the contrasting colour in the stripe.  This would look great is many colour combinations.  The yarn I've been using is Red Heart Soft Touch and as the name says, it is quite soft and cosy.  If you're interested in making this cowl, I have the pattern listed in my shop. Take a look:

 

 

Cosy Cowl

So, I've been on an outerwear kick lately...a simple crochet cowl done in the round.  It's super bulky, cosy, yet lightweight...this one is going to be a custom order for my shop. 

Crochet Cowl

Hello Friends....I hope the New Year has been treating everyone well so far!  We still have the rest of the week off with the kids and my hubby is off work until the Wed., so it's been nice to just hang around, sleep in and spend time with family.

Before Christmas, I whipped up this colourful little cowl for a family member...I just love the yarn she chose. Just a simple hdc stitch in the round. It measure's about 28" length by 6" width. The yarn she picked out is Bernat Mosaic...Medusa is the colour:

Slow Going...

Hello Friends...

So sorry I've been silent for most of the month...it's been a busy time and I've been working on a few projects, and then starting new ones before others are completed.  It happens to me all the time, where I get ideas for another project and I just want to try it out so bad, that I abandon what I'd been working on.  Ever happen to you?  Anyway, here's one endeavour that is completed...have a look:

This is a cute little neck scarf I made with a really small amount of leftover yarn.  I made a small chain hole at one end of the scarf to draw the other end through.  It fits just nice and cosy around the neck.

The Cooler Weather is Upon Us...

Hello Friends...

With school starting last week, we seem to be getting back into the swing of things.  The kids are adjusting to the new school well...making new friends and both are happy with their new teachers.  My little one, has a different schedule this year (her final year of Kindergarten)...she attends every day in the afternoon.  Last year, her school district had a full day, 2 days per week schedule.  Pros and cons to both, but we are enjoying the new change of pace.

With the cooler weather last week (it has since warmed up again), I was inspired to whip up a simple cold weather scarf...especially perfect for fall.  You may remember awhile back I'd found some great organic cotton yarn on clearance...always an exciting experience.  Anyway, I went back and picked up 3 more balls in a different colour.  The result is a simple, long hdc stitch scarf with tassels on each end.  The thing I love most about this scarf is its vibrant happy colour variations:

Last week before school started, we went down the lake again...this is what we found: