Showing posts with label Free Pattern. Show all posts
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Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Winter Bliss Square - Crochet Pattern

Winter Bliss Square by The Perfect Knot

Hello my Tangled Friends!

I know I have been MIA for several months now and I have definitely missed all of you!
Life gets in the way of play and sometimes you just have to put play on hold.

Anyway though... I'm BACK!!!!!!! And I have a goodie for you all to play with!

It's winter time in the US here and my brain is thinking "I want snow", while my body is going "Not yet!" LOL. So to fight the war between the two, I opted for Snow in Yarn! That way everyone wins and you can be warm while thinking cold. ;)

So without any further ado, here is the Free Pattern I promised you!
Enjoy and happy crocheting!

Michelle K
The Perfect Knot Crochet and More

Winter Bliss Square
This is an Intermediate level pattern written in US Crochet terms.

Materials Needed:
Size 4.0mm Crochet Hook                 
Tapestry Needle                                 Tape Measure
Scissors       
Size 4 Worsted Weight Yarn in 2 Colors (I used Red Heart With Love in my Example.)

Stitch Legend:
Ch – Chain                                        Sl St – Slip Stitch
SC – Single Crochet                          DC – Double Crochet
Trbl – Treble Crochet                        HDC – Half Double Crochet
FO – Fasten Off                                IJ – Invisible Join
St – Stitch                                          Sts – Stitches
[ ] – Stitches worked into the same space or Stitch
* – Repeat instructions from *

Special Stitches or Directions:
Triple Loop Start: Alternative to a Magic Circle that does not slide open like a traditional Magic Circle.

HOW TO DO A TRIPLE LOOP START: Wrap yarn around finger 3 times, insert hook under first 2 loops, catch 3rd loop with hook and pull through under the 2 loops on your finger. Once you pull the loop through, then you will begin your chain to secure the loops and start your first stitch. You will pull the tail of the yarn from the loop to close the loop tight. You may need to pull one strand of the loop & then the second strand of the loop so that you can fully close the yarn tail of the loop.

Your square should measure 6” when completed.

Let’s Begin!

Round 1: Begin with White yarn and a Triple Loop Start or a Magic Circle, Ch 5 (counts as 1st DC & Ch 2 space), Working all Sts into the loop, DC, Ch 2, *DC, Ch 2, Repeat from * 5 More Times & Sl St to the 3rd Ch of the beginning Ch 5 to join (8 DC & 8 Ch 2 spaces) Pull yarn tail to close loop
Round 2: Sl St into Ch 2 space, Ch 3 (counts as 1st DC), 3 DC in same Space, Ch 2, *4 DC in next Ch 2 space, Ch 2, Repeat from * around and Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (32 DC & 8 Ch 2 spaces)
Round 3: *Sl St into each DC to next Ch 2 space, Working in the Ch 2 space [Ch 3, Sl St in same Ch 2 space, Ch 5, Sl St in same Ch 2 space, Ch 7, Sl St in same Ch 2 space, Ch 5, Sl St in same Ch 2 space, Ch 3, Sl St in same Ch 2 space], Repeat from * around in each Ch 2 space, Sl St in 1st Sl St to join & FO White yarn (5 Ch space Cluster Petals in each Ch 2 space)
Round 4: Attach 2nd Color with a Sl St into the Ch 5 space on the left side of the 5 Ch space cluster petal (Right Ch 5 space if you are left handed) SEE PHOTO
Attach yarn here

Attach Yarn in the Ch 5 space indicated.
Ch 1, SC in same Space, *Ch 3, SC in next Ch 5 space on next petal, working behind Ch 7 space, Ch 3, SC in next Ch 5 space on same petal, Repeat from * around and Sl St to 1st SC to join (16 Ch 3 spaces, 16 SC)


Round 5 See Photo Tutorial Below if you have trouble with this round: Sl St into Ch 3 Space, [Ch 3 (counts as 1st DC), 2 Trbl, Ch 3, 2 Trbl, DC in same Space] corner made, *in next Ch 3 space DC, HDC in Ch 7 space at the point of the snowflake from Round 3 & around Ch 3 space from Round 4, DC in same Ch 3 space from Round 4, 3 HDC in next Ch 3 space, in next Ch 3 space DC, HDC in Ch 7 space at the point of the snowflake from Round 3 & Around Ch 3 space from Round 4, DC in same Ch 3 space from Round 4, in next Ch 3 space [DC, 2 Trbl, Ch 3, 2 Trbl, DC] corner made, Repeat from * around omitting last corner instructions, Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (60 Sts) 
After First Corner
After the first corner is formed you will be working into the Ch 3 space behind the point of the snowflake.











Make first DC into the Ch space BEHIND the point
Make the First DC into the Ch space behind the point.










Insert Hook Into the Ch 7 Space at the Point of the Snowflake



Make your HDC INTO the Ch 7 Space at the point of the Snowflake and insert your hook UNDER the Ch 3 space to complete the stitch worked Around the Ch space.








Finished HDC through the point should look like this
Your Stitch should look like this once completing the HDC through the point.












Make last DC into the Ch space behind the snowflake
Work the next DC into the Same Ch 3 space as the previous 2 stitches.












After Round 5 your square should measure 5”.

Round 6: Ch 1, SC in same St, SC in next 2 Sts to Ch 3 corner space, [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC] in Ch 3 corner space, *SC in next 15 Sts to next Ch 3 corner space, [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC] in next Ch 3 Corner space, Repeat from * to last corner, SC in next 12 Sts, Sl St to 1st SC to join (76 SC)
Round 7: Ch 1, SC in Same St, SC in next 4 Sts, in Ch 2 corner space [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC], *SC in next 19 Sts, in Ch 2 corner space [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC], Repeat from * to last corner, SC in next 14 Sts, Sl St to 1st SC to join, FO with an IJ and cut yarn tail (92 SC)
Using the tapestry needle, weave in your ends and discard remaining yarn tails.

Ta-Da! You’re finished!

© Copyright Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. All content & images in this pattern are protected under federal & international copyright laws. This is my original pattern. Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your own. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do NOT claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items you may sell. http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet  

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Paisley Rose Headband Pattern

Paisley Rose Headband

Introducing the Paisley Rose Headband!

This is a pretty little accessory that can easily be adapted to fit any head size.

Something simple that you can easily dress up by adding the Rose to it or keep it simple by leaving the flower off.

So, without any further ado... The Paisley Rose Headband!

Paisley Rose Headband

This is an Intermediate level pattern written in US Crochet terms.

Materials Needed:

Size 4.0mm Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Red Heart Soft Rose Blush & Caron Simply Soft Off White & Sage in my example.)

Stitch Legend:
Ch – Chain                                        Sl St – Slip Stitch
HDC – Half Double Crochet              DC – Double Crochet
St – Stitch                                          Sts – Stitches
FO – Fasten Off

Finished Measurements: 14” around
Gauge: 5 Stitches in 1”































HEADBAND – Pattern is written for a baby size but you can easily adjust the length of this headband to fit any head just by repeating Shell 3 until you reach your desired length.
Row 1: Ch 4, 5 HDC in 4th Ch from hook, Ch 30 (this will be the back of the headband), Sl St into 2nd Ch & into each Ch back to Shell, Sl St into the center of the Shell

Shell 2: Ch 2, working around the beginning Ch 4, 5 HDC, Ch 3, Sl St back into center of Shell

Shell 3: Ch 2 & turn, working around Ch 3, 5 HDC, Ch 3, Sl St back into center of Shell

Repeat Shell 3 until you have 13 Shells or until you desired length

Last Shell: Ch 2 & turn, working around Ch 3, 6 HDC, bring Ch with Sl Sts up without twisting it & Sl St into 1st St at end of Ch to join, Ch 1 & FO.
Using the tapestry needle, weave in your ends & cut excess yarn.

ROSE
Row 1: Begin with Off White yarn Ch 16, SC in 2nd Ch from hook & to each St across (15 SC)

Row 2: Ch 1 & turn, 5 HDC in same St, *Sl St into next St, 5 HDC in next St, Repeat across & Sl St into last St as same petal, (40 HDC) FO leaving a long tail for sewing. (18 – 24”)

Using the tapestry needle weave in your beginning yarn tail. Starting at the end where you last FO, twist your petals into a spiral & stitch rose together.

LEAF – Make 2

Round 1: Begin with Sage colored yarn & a longer tail on one leaf for sewing (12 – 15”), Ch 6, SC in 2nd Ch from hook, HDC in next Ch, DC in next Ch, HDC in next Ch, 3 SC in last Ch, working into bottom of Ch, HDC in next Ch, DC in next Ch, HDC in next Ch, SC in last Ch, Ch 2, Invisible join to 1st SC to join, FO (11 Sts)
Using the tapestry needle weave in your ending yarn tail, Stitch each leaf to bottom of rose so that leaves show out the sides of the Rose. Stitch the Rose onto the 4th Shell of one side of the headband. Weave in remaining ends & cut excess yarn.























© Copyright Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. All content & images in this pattern are protected under federal & international copyright laws. This is my original pattern. Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your own. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do NOT claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items you may sell. http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet

Monday, June 9, 2014

Traditional Granny Square Modified

Traditional Granny Square

Traditional Granny Square Pattern

This is a modification of a traditional Granny Square pattern that will measure 6” and include a closed round of Single Crochet.

Many Charities I work with ask for a closed edge on the square so that it keeps an open-worked square from warping during the blanket assembly. This can be hard to accomplish if you do all Double Crochet for the pattern as it is traditionally written. I have created a slight modification of the square so that you can easily get a 6" square with a closed edge of SC on the last round & have a nice shaped square.
So let's begin!

Materials Needed:
Size 4.0mm Crochet Hook                                             Tapestry Needle    
Scissors                                                                                Tape Measure

Red Heart or other Worsted Weight Yarn of comparable size (I used Red Heart with Love in my example.)

Stitch Legend:
Ch – Chain                                                              Mgc Rng – Magic Ring
DC – Double Crochet                                           HDC – Half Double Crochet
SC – Single Crochet                                             Sl St – Slip Stitch
[ ] – Stitches worked into the same space
* – Repeat instructions from *                        


Begin:  Either Ch 4 & Sl St to join or use a Mgc Ring & pull the yarn tail closed after you finish the first round
Round 1: Ch 3 (Counts as 1st DC here and throughout), 2 DC, Ch 2, *3 DC, Ch 2, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (12 DC)

Round 2: Sl St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 3, 2 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, *In next Ch 2 corner space [3 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (24 DC)

Round 3: Sl St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 3, 2 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, *In next Ch 1 space between clusters 3 DC, Ch 1, in next Ch 2 corner space [3 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (36 DC)

Round 4: Sl St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 3, 2 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, *In next Ch 1 space between clusters 3 DC, Ch 1, in next Ch 1 Space, 3 DC, Ch 1,  in next Ch 2 corner space [3 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (48 DC)

After this round your square should measure approximately 5”. Measure your square to be certain your measurements match.

Round 5: Sl St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 2 (Counts as 1st HDC), 2 HDC, Ch 2, 3 HDC], Ch 1, *3 HDC in next Ch 1 space, Ch 1, 3 HDC in next Ch 1 space, Ch 1, 3 HDC in next Ch 1 space, Ch 1, in next Ch 2 corner space [3 HDC, Ch 2, 3 HDC], Ch 1, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to top of beginning Ch 2 to join (60 HDC)

After this round your square should measure approximately 5.5”. Measure your square to be certain your measurements match.

Round 6: Ch 1, SC in same St, SC in next 2 HDC, in Ch 2 corner space [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC], SC in each HDC & in each Ch 1 space, in each Ch 2 corner space [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC], Repeat around, break off yarn & invisible join to 1st SC using the tapestry needle. (92 SC) 

Here is a tutorial for the invisible join http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jyT6Okd8LI


Use the tapestry needle and this method to weave in your ends to secure http://theperfectknotcrochetandmore.blogspot.com/2013/10/how-to-weave-in-your-ends-in-crochet.html  

Completed square measuring 6 inches















Congratulations! You have just completed a modified traditional granny square!

If your gauge matches correctly your square should measure 6" exactly. Depending upon how tightly or loosely you crochet, your measurements could vary slightly. It is always best to measure your square after each round to be sure your measurements are on target to hit your 6 inch size. :) You can adjust your hook & yarn size if necessary to meet the required 6 inch size.

Thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!

Enjoy your new pattern!

Have a great day!

Michelle K
The Perfect Knot

© Copyright Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. All content & images in this pattern are protected under federal & international copyright laws. This is my original pattern. Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your own. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do NOT claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items you may sell.

Monday, May 12, 2014

Boxing Gloves Applique From The Perfect Knot

Boxing Gloves Applique from The Perfect Knot

Recently I contributed to a project for The Join The Love Ministry where the theme of the blanket was "Fight like a Girl". Boxing gloves were requested as part of the theme & I couldn't find any, so I decided to make my own & share with all of you.

These little boxing gloves are dedicated in honor of this special young lady's fight, memory & to honor the life she lived. I pray it will be used as a symbol for all those in the fight to beat & cure Cancer & other diseases both childhood & adult.

Never give up & always Fight the Good Fight in hopes that someday there will be a cure!

Thank you for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!

Enjoy!

Michelle K
The Perfect Knot



Boxing Gloves Applique 

This is an Intermediate Level pattern written in US Crochet Terms.

Materials Needed:

4.0mm Crochet Hook
Worsted Weight Yarn
Tapestry Needle
Size 10 Thread in Black & White

Stitch Legend:
Ch – Chain                               SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet               SC2Tog – Single Crochet Decrease
Sl St – Slip St                           FO – Fasten Off
St – Stitch                                Sts – Stitches

Finished Measurements: 2” x 2.5”

Gauge: 4 Sts in 1”

Gloves – Make 2

Row 1: Ch 4, SC in 2nd Ch from hook & in each Ch across (3 SC)

Rows 2 & 3: Ch 1 & turn, SC in each St across (3 SC)

Row 4: Ch 1 & turn, 2 SC, SC, 2 SC (5 SC)

Row 5: Ch 1 & turn, 2 SC, SC in next 3, 2 SC (7 SC)

Row 6: Ch 3 & turn, 2 DC in same St, SC2Tog, SC in next 4 Sts (8 Sts)

Row 7: Ch 1 & turn, SC in next 4, Sl St in next St (4 SC)

Row 8: Ch 1 & turn, SC in Sl St, SC in next 4 Sts (5 SC)

Row 9: Ch 1 & turn, SC2Tog, SC, SC2Tog (3 SC)

Row 10: Ch 1 & turn, SC2Tog, Sl St into next St (1 SC)

Finishing: Working along side of glove, SC 5 times to wrist, Sl St 3 times to bottom of glove (5 SC, 3 Sl St) Ch 10 & FO leaving a long tail for sewing (24”)

Make 2nd glove & reverse it when sewing on details.

Weave in your beginning yarn ends using the tapestry needle.

With size 10 thread in white embroider a straight line for the top of the wrist detail
Embroider 3 X’s with white thread for the laces & embroider a bow at the top of the glove off to one side using a 2 loop Sts & secure in the center with a small tack St
Embroider thumb details with black size 10 thread around thumb.

Tie both the chain pieces at the top of the gloves together & use the remaining yarn to stitch your applique to your project using a top stitching weaving method through the Ch & then Top Stitch around each glove to your project.

Weave in your ends to secure.


© Copyright Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. All content & images in this pattern are protected under federal & international copyright laws. This is my original pattern. Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your own. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do NOT claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items you may sell. http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet 

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Small Crochet Hair Bow Accessory By The Perfect Knot

Small Crochet Hair Bow Accessory
By The Perfect Knot


Every girl needs her accessories!
Whip up these pretty little hair bows in about 10 minutes for the perfect little accessory to all your little girl’s favorite outfits!
The possibilities are endless & they are so much fun to make!
This is a Digital Transaction & you will receive a PDF pattern file as soon as you download it from your Library here on Craftsy.
Thank you for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet & More!
Enjoy your new pattern & Happy Creating!
Michelle K.
The Perfect Knot

Small Crocheted Hair Bow Accessory
This is a beginner level pattern written in US Crochet Terms.

Materials Needed:
Size G or 4.00mm Crochet Hook
Small amount of worsted weight yarn
Tapestry Needle
Alligator clip or other type of barrette

Stitch Legend:
Ch – Chain
HDC – Half Double Crochet
Bk Lps – Back Loops
Sl St – Slip Stitch


BOW

Row 1: Ch 13, work 1 HDC into the 3rd Ch from the hook & 1 HDC into each stitch across. (11 HDC)

Rows 2- 4: Ch 2 & turn, working into the Bk Lps ONLY, Work 1 HDC into each stitch across. (11 HDC)

On the last Row after the last stitch, Ch 1 & turn & Sl St into the next 6 stitches. Ch 1, Fasten off & leave a long tail for sewing (Approximately 24 – 36 inches depending on how many wraps you want to do on your bow). Gather Bow from top to bottom & using the yarn tail wrap it around the bow several times to make the center of the bow.

Using the Tapestry needle, secure the bow with the yarn by weaving the yarn tail through the back of the yarn wraps. Using the tapestry needle attach it to your clip or barrette, weave in ends & finish off.

© Copyright Michelle R. Kovach 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. This is my original pattern. Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Sell or Claim as your own. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do NOT claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items you may sell. http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet