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Tassel Slip-on Slippers Crochet Pattern

October 12, 2018| Crafts & DIY, Crochet

Tassel Slip-on Slippers Crochet Pattern

You know how some days you’re just feeling a little indulgent? It was on one of those exact days that the idea for these ultra plush Tassel Slip-On Slippers was born.

I’m one of those people who’s always cold, so I appreciate a good slipper. I wanted to create a slipper that would be both super cozy, and also look modern and elegant.

These slippers are a perfect combination of boho and modern style. They’re worked up in single crochet so not only are they a fast crochet, but they’re also an easy one.

I used Cascade 220 Superwash for these slippers and it’s the perfect yarn for this project. Cascade 220 is 100% wool, so you know you’re working with an all-natural, top quality yarn.

Its wool fibers lend this yarn plenty of durability and warmth, which is perfect for these slippers.

Plus, it’s super affordable and comes in a wide range of colors so you can make your slippers just as unique as you are.

I used navy to give my Tassel Slippers a little Colonial vibe, but you can use any color you’d like.

Get The Tassel Slip-on Slippers Crochet Kit Here while it’s still available.

Click here to purchase an ad-free printable PDF of this pattern for your convenience. This PDF pattern also provides you with bonus crochet tips and tricks pdf.

Materials:

Hook(s) size: 4.5mm

Yarn weight: Worsted

Preferred type of yarn: 100% Superwash Merino Wool

Suggested yarn: 1 skein of Cascade 22 Superwash Merino in Navy (Color A), 1 skein of Cascade 22 Superwash Merino in Silver Heather (Color B). Get these yarns and the digital pattern in the Tassel Slip-on Slippers Kit we put together here.

Tools – Scissors, tapestry needle

Approx. finished dimensions: Sole length: 9” Width (widest part of the tongue): 4”

Gauge: 1” = 3 sc by 2.5 rows

Special notes:

You will sew together 2 soles for each slipper for added comfort
Ch – chain, dc – double crochet, st(s) – stitch(es), sl/st – slip stitch, hdc – half double crochet, sc – single crochet, dc2tog – double crochet 2 together, sc2 tog – single crochet 2 together

The pattern:

Slipper soles – make 4
Color A: Ch 23
Ch 3 counts as a dc

Round 1: Place 3 dc into the 4th ch from the hook. Dc into the next 18 sts; dc 7 times into the last chain. You will now be working down the other side of the chain. Dc into the next 18 sts, dc 3 times into the same space where you worked the first 3 dc. Sl/st into the top of the first dc. – 50 sts

Round 2: Ch 3, dc into the same st. Place 2 dc into each of the next 3 sts, then hdc into the following 6 sts. Sc into the next 12 sts, then place 2 hdc into each of the next 6 sts. Sc into the next 12 sts, then hdc into the following 6 sts. Place 2 dc into each of the last 3 sts. Sl/st into the top of the first dc. – 62 sts

Round 3: Ch 3, dc into the same st. (1 dc into the next st, 2 dc into the following st); repeat 2 more times. Hdc into the next 7 sts, then sc into the following 14 sts. Place 2 sc into the next st. (1 sc into the following st, 2 sc into the next st); repeat 2 more times. Sc into the next 14 sts, then hdc into the following 7 sts. (Place 2 dc into the next st, 1 dc into the following st); repeat 2 more times. Sl/st into the top of the first dc. Cut yarn and tie off. – 72 sts

Round 4: Place 2 of the soles together right sides facing out and sc together using color B. Sl/st into beginning sc. – 72 sts

Round 5: Ch 1, sc into the same spaces as ch 1 and into each st around. Sl/st into beginning sc, cut yarn and tie off. – 72 sts

Round 6: Find the center at the top of the sole and count 12 sts to the right. Attach color A into the 12th st. Ch 1, sc into the same st and into the next 15 sts, hdc into the following 4 sts.Dc2tog twice then dc into each of the next 4 sts. Dc2tog twice then hdc into the next 4 sts; sc into the next 16 sts. Hdc into the next 4 sts then dc2tog 6 times; hdc into the last 4 sts. Sl/st into the first sc. – 62 sts

Round 7: Ch 1, sc into the same st and into the next st. Sc2tog 7 times, hdc into the following 4 sts. Dc into the next 10 sts, then hdc into the following 4 sts. Sc2tog 7 times, then sc into the next 2 sts. Sl/st into the next 16 sts, sl/st into beginning sc. – 50 sts

Round 8: Ch 1, sc into the same st and into the next 9 sts. Hdc into the next 4 sts then dc into the following 7 sts. Hdc into the next 4 sts, sc into the following 9 sts. Sl/st into the next 16 st; sl/st into first sc. Cut yarn and tie off. 50 sts

Tongue: (Make 2)
Ch 3 counts as a dc
Using Color A, ch 5, sl/st into beginning ch

Row 1: Ch 3, dc 6 times into the center of the circle – 7 sts

Row 2: Ch 3, turn. Place 2 dc into each st – 14 sts

Row 3: Ch 3, turn, 2 dc into first st, 1 dc into following st. *2 dc into next st, 1 dc into following st; repeat from* to end. – 21 sts
Ch 1 does not count as a stitch

Row 4: Ch 1, turn. You will now be working down the flat edge of the semi-circle. Sc 12 times across. – 12 sts

Row 5-14: Ch 1, turn. Sc into each st across. – 12 sts
Cut yarn and tie off leaving a long tail to sew the tongue onto the top of the slipper. Pin the tongue into place at the front of the slipper and sew on using a tapestry needle.

Tassels (make 4)
Using color B, wrap yarn around an 8” block, 10 times. Cut a 16” piece of yarn and tie tightly through the loop at the top. Cut another piece of yarn and tie it around the top to create the tassel. Trim the ends until the tassel is approx 2.5”. Sew 2 tassels onto the top of each slipper. Weave in all ends.

These slippers are one of my favorite projects. I love a quick crochet, and these slippers are perfect gift ideas for upcoming holidays because you can make them quickly and easily.

Plus, they’re super cute.

I think you’re going to love this pattern as much as I do, and once you feel the cushy wool, you won’t want to take them off.

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Modern Tea Towel Set Crochet Pattern

October 5, 2018| Crafts & DIY, Crochet

Modern Tea Towel Set Crochet Pattern

If you’re in need of a good housewarming gift, then this Modern Tea Towel Set is the perfect pattern for you.

I was looking for a good gift to give a friend for her home that would be thoughtful but also wouldn’t be too time-consuming.

Thus, the Modern Tea Towel Set was born.

It uses the spider stitch to give these towels a sturdy texture, and the color-blocked striping gives them a modern flair.

These towels are so cute and they look great hanging in the kitchen.

They’re made with Cascade Avalon a blend of 50% cotton, 50% acrylic so it’s easy to care for and is machine wash and dryer safe, which is a must for a kitchen towel.

Cascade Avalon is a worsted weight yarn and is perfect for highlighting the great stitch definition of the Spider stitch while remaining breathable and soft.

I used a combination of beige, red, and pink, but these towels can be customized in any color palette.

Get The Modern Tea Towel Set Crochet Kit Here while it’s still available.

Click here to purchase an ad-free printable PDF of this pattern for your convenience. This PDF pattern also provides you with bonus crochet tips and tricks pdf.

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

MATERIALS:

Hook: 5.5mm

Yarn: Cascade Avalon worsted weight yarn

Fawn-325 yds

Peach-120 yds

Crimson-150 yds

Get this yarn and the digital pattern in the Modern Tea Towel Set Crochet Kit we put together here.

Tools: Scissors, tapestry needle, Knitting Nancy (optional)

ABBREVIATIONS:

st = stitch

ch = chain

sl = slip stitch

sc=single crochet

sk=skip stitch

sp=space

SPECIAL INFORMATION: Spider stitch, as indicated in the pattern. If not using a knitting nancy for the i-cord, please see the tutorial below.

Ch 3, insert hook into the 2nd ch from hook. Pull up a loop, and repeat on the last ch, ending with 3 loops on the hook. Being careful not to let the first two loops unravel, pull them off of the hook. Yo and pull through the first loop. Put the second loop back on the hook, yo and pull through. Put the last loop back on the hook, yo and pull through. This completes the first row of I cord, repeat for as many rows as is necessary to achieve the desired length.

FINISHED SIZE: Large tea towel is 21” long by 12” wide. Small tea towels are 8” square. I cord loop is 4” long

Gauge: 8 spider st x 14 rows= 4” square

PATTERN:

Large tea towel:

Ch 56 (crimson), sc into the second ch from hook. Ch 1, sc into same st. *Sk 2 ch sc into next st, ch 1, sc into same st* At the end on the row, do not ch.

Row 1: (crimson): Without a turning ch, sc into the first ch 1 sp of the previous row. Ch 1, sc into same ch 1 sp *in next ch 1 sp, sc ch 1 sc*

Rows 2-20: (crimson): Repeat row 1

Rows 21-24: (peach): Repeat row 1

Rows 25-34: (fawn): Repeat row 1

Rows 35-38: (peach): Repeat row 1

Rows 39-72: (fawn): Repeat row 1. After the last row, break yarn

Small tea towel 1:

Ch 41 (peach), sc into the second ch from hook. Ch 1, sc into same st. *Sk 2 ch sc into next st, ch 1, sc into same st* At the end on the row, do not ch.

Row 1: Without a turning ch, sc into the first ch 1 sp of the previous row. Ch 1, sc into same ch 1 sp *in next ch 1 sp, sc ch 1 sc*

Rows 2-10: Repeat row 1

Rows 11-30: (fawn): Repeat row 1

Small tea towel 2:

Ch 41 (fawn), sc into the second ch from hook. Ch 1, sc into same st. *Sk 2 ch sc into next st, ch 1, sc into same st* At the end on the row, do not ch.

Row 1: Without a turning ch, sc into the first ch 1 sp of the previous row. Ch 1, sc into same ch 1 sp *in next ch 1 sp, sc ch 1 sc*

Row 2-6: Repeat row 1

Row 7 & 8: (crimson): Repeat row 1

Row 9-14: (fawn): Repeat row 1

Row 15 & 16: (peach): Repeat row 1

Rows 17-22: (fawn): Repeat row 1

Rows 23 & 24: (crimson): Repeat row 1

Rows 25-30: (fawn): Repeat row 1

Finishing & assembly:

Make 3 4” long I cords, leaving a 5” tail on each one. Stitch the I cord to the top left corner of the towels and weave in all ends.

These towels are SO easy to make, and they’re a perfect quick gift for friends or a great addition to your own kitchen.

They crochet up quickly and, with the right yarn, are durable enough to become your staple towels.

They’re a wonderful accent to your home space, and I can’t wait for you to make these cute towels. You’ll never buy a tea towel again.

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Plant Pot Covers Crochet Pattern

August 30, 2018| Crafts & DIY, Crochet

Plant Pot Covers Crochet Pattern

If you’re looking to brighten up your home or need a gift idea for a housewarming present, we’ve got an amazing project for you. These Crochet Plant Pot Covers are so colorful, and a great way to liven up any room.

These flower pot sleeves are warm and inviting, and add an element of style to your home. Creating crochet sleeves for your hanging plants has been happening forever. But adding a colorful, fresh look to your potted plants is new and exciting.

Brighten up that dark corner of your home, or draw attention to your windowsill with these simple and bold patterns.

Get The Plant Pot Covers Crochet Kit Here

Click here to purchase an ad-free printable PDF of this pattern for your convenience. This PDF pattern also provides you with a bonus crochet tips and tricks pdf.

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

Hook(s) size: 5.5mm

Yarn weight: Worsted

Preferred type of yarn: Acrylic/wool blend

1 skein Plymouth Encore Worsted: Color B – #0208 White

1 skein Plymouth Encore Worsted: Color C – #0478 Neon Pink

Yarn Yardage: Color A – 30 yds, Color B – 40 yds, Color C – 40 yds

Tools – scissors, tapestry needle

Approx. finished dimensions: Diameter at top – 8.5” Diameter at bottom – 5” Height – 6”

Gauge: 4” = 11 dc by 8 rows

Special notes:

Ch – chain, sl/st – slip stitch, st(s) – stitch(es), dc – double crochet, sc – single crochet

These Crochet Plant Pot Covers are so colorful, and a great way to liven up any room. #crochetpattern #crochetplantpotcover #crochetproject #crochetlove #crochetaddict

The pattern:

Color A

Ch 4, sl/st in first st to create a loop.

Ch 3 counts as a stitch

Round 1: Ch 3, dc 13 times into center. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 14 sts

Round 2: Ch 3, place 2 dc into each st around. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 28 sts

Round 3: Ch 3, dc into each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc into the following st. *Dc into each of the next 3 sts, 2 dc into the following st; repeat from * to end. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 35 sts

Round 4: Ch 3, dc into each of the next 5 sts, 2 dc into the following st. *Dc into each of the next 6 sts, 2 dc into the following st; repeat from * to end. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 40 sts

Round 5-7: Ch 3, dc into each st around. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 40 sts

Cut yarn and tie off.

Color B:

Round 8: Ch 3, dc into each st around. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 40 sts

Round 9: Ch 3. Dc into each of the next 8 sts, 2 dc into the following st. *Dc into each of the next 9 sts, 2 dc into the following st; repeat from * to end. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 44 sts

Attach color C and carry color B (or cut color B and join color C)

Color C

Round 10: Ch 3, dc into each st around. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 44 sts

Color B

Round 11: Ch 3, dc into each st around. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 44 sts

Round 12: Ch 3. Dc into each of the next 9 sts, 2 dc into the following st. *Dc into each of the next 10 sts, 2 dc into the following st; repeat from * to end. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 48 sts

Color C

Round 13: Ch 3, dc into each st around. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 48 sts (Cut color C)

Color B

Round 14: Ch 3. Dc into each of the next 10 sts, 2 dc into the following st. *Dc into each of the next 11 sts, 2 dc into the following st; repeat from * to end. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 52 sts

Round 15: Ch 3, dc into each st around. Sl/st into top of ch 3 – 52 sts

Round 16: Ch 1, sc into each st around. Sl/st into ch 1. Cut yarn and tie off. – 52 sts

Tassels: Make 13

Color C

Wrap the yarn around 4 fingers, 6 times. Cut a piece of yarn that is twice the length as your tassels; put it through the loop at the top and tie a double knot then tie it through a single crochet. Pull the strings down into the tassel that were used to tie onto single crochet and tie a piece of yarn around the tassel. Wrap the loose end around the knot and pull it through with a tapestry needle. Place tassels around the top, every 4 sts.

Weave in any loose ends.

These make great gifts for your friends or loved ones moving into new homes. And these plant pot covers are so easy to make and really thoughtful.

Click here to purchase an ad-free printable PDF of this pattern for your convenience. This PDF pattern also provides you with a bonus crochet tips and tricks pdf.

Whether you’re making a gift for someone else, or livening up your own home, these DIY Crochet Plant Pot Covers are bright and fun. They will really add a creative, and bold style to your home. What are you waiting for? You can make one in no time.

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Color Block Bag Crochet Pattern

August 25, 2018| Crafts & DIY, Crochet

Color Block Bag Crochet Pattern

Lately, I’ve found myself becoming more and more obsessed with color blocking. It looks so modern and is a great way for me to combine colors in my patterns.

Since I’ve been on the color block bandwagon, I was inspired to make this adorable Color Block Bag. I absolutely love making accessories because they’re the perfect way to punch up any outfit, and what better way to combine my love of color and accessories than with this little bag?

This bag is the perfect size for an everyday bag. It’s small and convenient to carry around, while still being roomy enough to fit all of your essentials. I’ve pretty much replaced my crossbody bag with this one as of late.

I chose a soft, summery yellow and paired with gray gradients for my color blocking. It reminds me of a bumble bee. I decided to use Cascade Ultra Pima yarn for this project because it’s a wonderfully soft cotton yarn that is very easy to work with and is a really great price point. And good news! I’ve partnered with local yarn stores to put together a kit for this pattern. Get The Kit Here.

Every kit includes the digital PDF pattern for the Fringe Cardigan, plus all of the yarn you need to bring this project to life. You can feel good about your purchase because you’re supporting a small business who is passionate about crochet. I love supporting other makers, and it’s great to be a part of such a supportive community. You can get the kit here. This is a great pattern to make with your kids or friends. It’s an easy pattern that uses single crochet and the Suzette stitch for simplicity mixed with a gorgeous pop of texture.

Get The Color Block Bag Kit Here

SKILL LEVEL: EASY

MATERIALS:

Hook: U.S. H/5.00mm
Yarn DK (Light Worsted) – Cascade Ultra Pima x 3 colors (Yellow rose, light grey & grey). Get the kit here.
4 metal D-rings
Darning Needle & Scissors

ABBREVIATIONS:

st = stitch

ch = chain

dc = double crochet

FINISHED SIZE: 12″ wide x 14″ wide

NOTES: This tote is made using the single crochet stitch around the top of the tote and the Suzette Stitch for the rest of the tote.

PATTERN:

Chain 54 with color A

Row 1: In the second chain from the hook sc. Sc in each stitch across the row. Ch1.

Row 2 – 4: Sc in each stitch across the row. Ch 1 and turn.

Row 5 – 18: Sc, dc into the first stitch, skip a stitch, *sc, dc into the next stitch, skip a stitch* repeat * until the end, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Ch1 and turn.

Row 19 – 36: Change to color B. Sc, dc into the first stitch, skip a stitch, *sc, dc into the next stitch, skip a stitch* repeat * until the end, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Ch1 and turn..

Row 37 – 75: Change to color C. Sc, dc into the first stitch, skip a stitch, *sc, dc into the next stitch, skip a stitch* repeat * until the end, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Ch1 and turn.

Row 76 – 92: Change to color B. Sc, dc into the first stitch, skip a stitch, *sc, dc into the next stitch, skip a stitch* repeat * until the end, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Ch1 and turn.

Row 93 – 106: Change to color A. Sc, dc into the first stitch, skip a stitch, *sc, dc into the next stitch, skip a stitch* repeat * until the end, ending with a single crochet in the last stitch. Ch1 and turn.

Row 107 – 110: Sc in every stitch across the row.

Cut the yarn, weave in ends.

FINISHING:

Fold the finished rectangle in half and seam up the two edges (we used the mattress stitch to join the edges of the bag).

Using color A, sew d-rings onto bag approx. ½” from the top of the bag.

Crochet 2 icords for each of the handles. Each handle should be 18” long or whatever length you prefer. Secure icord to d-ring using a double knot. If you’re unfamiliar with how to make an icord, check out this helpful tutorial here.

I can’t wait to see which color palettes you use for your Color Block Bag.

This is such a fun, easy pattern to make and it’s simple enough that you can crochet it in one sitting. It’s a quick crochet which makes it perfect for gifts, and we all know that the holidays are sneaking up on us.

We’d love for you to snap a picture of it and share it with us, or share it on your social media. Crocheting new projects brings us joy, and we hope making this cute bag will do the same for you and your family.

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