Simple Ripple Baby Afghan

Simple Ripple Baby Afghan

Close-up view of Simple Ripple Baby Afghan

This is a free crochet pattern that you can find on Lion Brand.  The direct pattern link is here.

I used a J hook and Vanna's Choice Baby yarn.  As I was able to purchase the yarn at Job Lot, the total cost for the afghan was $9.

I don't yet have someone to give this to you, but I am sure that I will find someone :)

If you are looking for a very easy pattern then try this one out.   It took me about 15 hours to complete, but it is one of those patterns that you can pick up easily in between other projects.  I completed this one during a vacation to Cape Cod during this last summer.

Ripple Baby Blanket

This was a easy pattern, but not necessarily a fast one :) I used an H hook and Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Light Blue, Aran, and Coffee. It took about 15-20 hours, but for me that is about two weeks.

I made one of these for a baby shower, but someone saw it and wanted to buy it...so I had to make another!

This is a free pattern from Lion Brand and you can find it here:

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/shadedblanket.html?noImages=

Happy Crocheting!

I know...boy has it been a while! I have been crocheting, but finding it difficult to post. Here is a quick to make baby shower gift. It is made with two strands of yarn. I used Lion Brand Pound of Love in Ivory and Blue. This works up in about 4 hours and the pattern is so simple!!

You can find the pattern here:

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bubbles-baby-blanket

More to come this week!

Hexagon Jacket - Gotta Love It!

This is a variation of Bev's Hexagon Baby Jacket and was created by Elisa Purnell.

This is a free crochet pattern and you can find it on Ravelry: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hexagon-baby-jacket-with-ruffles

Bev's original jacket is also a free crochet pattern on Ravelry: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bevs-hexagon-baby-jacket

I crochet loosely so mine actually fits little Gracie who will be turning 3 soon. Although, I probably could have made the sleeves a little longer. If you crochet with normal tension the jacket should fit a 12 month old. This worked up in about 4 hours, however, I only worked on it a little at night so it took about a week for me to complete.
I used Red Heart Super Saver yarn and it only took one skein of each color. It was a great project and Gracie loves it! Now, we just need the weather to cool off a bit!

New Crocheted Scrubbies

These were really easy to make - probably about 30 minutes each, including the construction. This is a free pattern from Ravelry - created by Judith Prindle. There is even a YouTube video to show you how to construct it once you have crocheted it. Here is the link to the pattern: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/spiral-scrubbie. These are great for washing off makeup and in the shower with shower gels. Since they are 100% cotton you can just throw them in the washer and dry on low. Pretty cool and provides a cost savings since you don't have to buy those disposable cotton pads.

Another Cool Scarf Pattern!

This is another great free crochet pattern that I found on Ravelry. You can find it here: SapphireChild.blogspot.com and the designer's name is Julia Redman. This is a very easy pattern. I used Red Heart Super Saver yarn instead of the recommended yarn so mine was a little bit longer and wider, but I love it! Hopefully whoever receives it as a gift will like it too!

Child's Granny Hat

This pattern worked up in about 40 minutes and only used about 1.5 oz of each color. Very easy to follow. The pattern is by Suzetta Williams and it is a free crochet pattern. You can visit her site here: http://suzies-yarnie-stuff.blogspot.com/2008/03/kids-granny-hat-c.html

She has a lot of wonderful free crochet patterns. You can also find her patterns on Ravelry.

Mile-a-Minute Scarf

This scarf worked up in a couple of hours. I used Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Buff. I will make a hat to match and also experiment with other colors and hooks. Very easy - about 2 hours to make. I started this on the way to my niece's graduation. Visit my Ravelry page to get the free pattern.

Free Crochet Pattern - Very Easy Adult Beanie

Materials
4 ply knitting worsted weight yarn (2 hats can be made with one skein)
Crochet Hook size H
Shell: consists of 3 DC in the same stitch
Ch = chain
SC = single crochet
DC = double crochet

Begin: Chain 4 - join with a slipstitch being careful not to twist.
Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as first DC), 11 DC in center (12 sts), join with a slip stitch to beginning Ch 3.
Row 2: Ch 3, DC in same stitch as chain, 2 DC in each remaining stitch, join with slip stitch to beginning Ch 3. (24 sts)

Row 3: Ch 3, 2 DC in next stitch, *DC in next stitch, 2 DC in next stitch*, repeat * to * until end, join with slip stitch to beginning Ch 3. (36 sts)

Row 4: Ch 3, DC in next stitch, 2 DC in next stitch, *DC in next 2 stitches, 2 DC in next stitch*, repeat * to * until end, join with slip stitch to beginning Ch 3. (48 sts)

Row 5: Ch 3, DC in next 2 stitches, 2 DC in next stitch, *DC in next 3 stitches, 2 DC in next stitch*, repeat * to * until end, join with slip stitch to beginning Ch 3. (60 sts)

Row 6: Ch 1, SC in back loop only (this row only) of each stitch, join with a slip stitch to beginning Ch1. (60 sts)

Row 7: Ch 3, DC in each stitch, join with a slip stitch to beginning Ch 3. (60 sts)

Row 8: Ch 3, 2 DC in same stitch as beginning Ch 3, skip 2 stitches, *3 DC in next stitch, skip 2 stitches*, end by joining with a slip stitch in beginning Ch 3. (20 shells)

Rows 9-12: Repeat rows 7 & 8

Rows 13-14: Repeat row 7

Row 15: Ch1, SC in each remaining stitch, join with a slip stitch to beginning Ch 1 and finish off.

This pattern may be used for gifts or resale, but please do not claim my pattern as your own.