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Rows of Lavender Shawl

Wrap yourself up in this lightweight, but highly textured knit. You’ll love working through each stitch section and practicing everything from cables to picots within a single project. The heathered tones of this hand-dyed yarn help the texture pop without interference.

The pattern includes written directions as well as a chart to knit the lace sections. The shawl starts along center of top edge and increases at both side edges on every row after the set-up rows (except for some of the edging rows).

Note: This pattern was previously published by KnitCrate in June 2019. KnitCrate closed their operation in Dec. 2022 and reverted the copyright back to me as the designer.

SIZE:

Unblocked: 66” wide x 11” high (167.5cm x 28cm)
Blocked: 80” wide x 16” high (203cm x 40.5cm)

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

MATERIALS:

DK weight yarn, 48% Merino Wool, 20% Baby Alpaca, 32% Organic Pima Cotton, 3.5 oz/100g (274 yds/251 m) per skein

2 skeins lavender

US Sizes 7 and 9 (4.5mm and 5.5mm) circular needles, 32” (81cm) long, or sizes required for gauge

Note: Photographed model made with 2 skeins Vidalana Aloft DK in Wee Violets colorway.

Hearts in Love Mosaic Scarf

This “reversible” scarf is nice and heavy to keep your neck warm during cold winter weather. The hearts always face up when draped around the back of the neck. When using 2 contrasting colors, the heart design really pops! Wear this scarf for a special Valentine’s Day or any day of the year to share your love with others!

The scarf is made in the Spike SC Mosaic Crochet technique, with only one color used in each row and all rows worked on the right side. My COM technique is used to eliminate virtually all of the tails/ends of yarn!

The pattern includes full written instructions for each row of the scarf, a mosaic chart to follow (if you prefer to use charts), instructions and step-by-step photos for the Spike SC stitch and for using my COM technique, a check list to keep track of which row you’re working in the pattern, as well as the full yardage needed to crochet the scarf, using the COM technique.

To learn the Spike SC Mosaic Crochet technique, watch my free YouTube video.

SIZE:

Approx. 5 1/2” (14 cm) wide x 52” (132 cm) long

SKILL LEVEL:

Intermediate

MATERIALS:

Worsted weight yarn, 100% acrylic

150-180 yds white (MC)

150-180 yds red (CC)

Size H (5.0mm) crochet hook (or size required for gauge)

Note: Model made with Lion Brand Pound of Love yarn in #100 White and Caron Simply Soft yarn in #2678 Raspberry. A larger hook or DK weight yarn may be used for a drapier scarf, if desired. More yardage would be needed if using a larger hook.

Spike SC Mosaic Crochet Swatch Chart

Learn to do Spike SC Mosaic Crochet with this FREE CHART, along with my FREE YouTube video. This style of Mosaic Crochet is worked with all right-side rows, which means you’ll never turn your work. You can do this style of Mosaic Crochet using my COM technique or starting and ending each row, leaving tails/ends at the beginning and end of each row that you can turn into fringe, weave in or cover with a double border.

In my YouTube video, I demonstrate the first 4 rows of this swatch, along with how to read the chart and where to work the stitches: Spike SC (Ssc), BLsc and chs, according to the chart for successful Spike SC Mosaic Crochet.

Download the FREE chart and follow along with my YouTube video to learn the Spike SC Mosaic Crochet technique today! Once you learn this technique, check out my Hearts in Love Mosaic Scarf pattern, which uses the Spike SC Mosaic Crochet technique to make a reversible scarf!

Tapestry Crochet Snowflake Coaster (in turned rows)

This coaster is made in the Tapestry Crochet technique in turned rows (alternating between right side and wrong side) without the need to cut the yarn at the end of each row. Each sc is worked into both loops of the stitches instead of in the back loop. Color changes are worked as usual and a 2-round edging is added to finish it off nicely!

SIZE: Approx. 3.5″ wide x 3.75″ high

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

MATERIALS:

Omega Sinfonia yarn (sport weight cotton yarn), 2 solid colors

Size E (3.5 mm) crochet hook

Watch my FREE YouTube video to learn this Tapestry Crochet technique and make this coaster.

Note: This free pattern includes the chart and a condensed written pattern.

Thermal Stitch Potholder

Learn a new stitch while crocheting a useful project. The thermal stitch creates a nice, thick fabric that is perfect for potholders. When using cotton yarn, the potholder will not melt and will protect your hands when removing hot dishes from the oven.

These potholders make great gifts for many occasions! Choose the recipients’ favorite colors, or their kitchen colors, for a thoughtful gift! Use full skeins of yarn or scraps of yarn for an eclectic look!

FINISHED SIZE: Approx. 6 ¼” (16 cm) square

SKILL LEVEL: Easy/Intermediate

MATERIALS:

Approx. 60-70 yds (66-77 m), 1.3-1.5 oz (40-45 g) worsted weight COTTON yarn

Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook (or size required for gauge)

Notes:

Models made with 1 skein of Lily Sugar ‘n Cream yarn in #19747 Summer Prints and #01712 Hot Green.

Two skeins of yarn are usually enough to make 3 potholders.

Watch my YouTube video to learn the Thermal Stitch and crochet this potholder along with me here.

Spike DC Mosaic Crochet Swatch Chart & Written Instructions

Learn to do Spike DC Mosaic Crochet with this FREE CHART and written directions, along with my FREE YouTube video. This style of Mosaic Crochet is worked with all right-side rows, which means you’ll never turn your work. You can do this style of Mosaic Crochet using my COM technique or starting and ending each row, leaving tails/ends at the beginning and end of each row that you can turn into fringe, weave in or cover with a double border.

In my YouTube video, I demonstrate the first 6 rows of this swatch, along with how to read the chart and where to work the stitches: Spike DC (SPdc), sc and chs, according to the chart for successful Spike DC Mosaic Crochet.

Download the FREE chart and follow along with my YouTube video to learn the Spike DC Mosaic Crochet technique today! Once you learn this technique, check out my Reversible Sashiko Mosaic Crochet Rug pattern, which uses the Spike DC Mosaic Crochet technique to make a reversible rug!

Reversible Sashiko Mosaic Crochet Rug

This Mosaic Crochet Rug design was inspired by Japanese Sashiko embroidery patterns. It is worked in the Spike DC Mosaic Crochet technique, with one color used across each row. Each row is worked on the right side, beginning and ending each row. After crocheting the rows in this rug, extra strands of yarn are added on the left and right edges to turn the tails/ends into fringe, so there are no ends to weave in! With this fabulous Mosaic Crochet technique, the rug is completely reversible!

This rug is made with super bulky (#6) weight yarn. The pattern includes full written instructions, as well as a chart and many step-by-step photos. Two downloads are included: one with the extra photos and one without (for using less ink/toner when printing the pattern). This pattern is written in a short style (with information about how to read this style of pattern), for ease of following the pattern. Here is a sample of that style:

“With RS facing, join MC1 with sc in first st; *[SPdc, ch, sc 2] twice, SPdc, ch, sc, ch,…”

To learn the Spike DC Mosaic Crochet technique, watch my YouTube video. Then practice making the swatch from the video, with complimentary swatch chart and written instructions available on my “Free Patterns” page.

SIZE: Approx. 30” (76 cm) wide x 17” (43 cm) high, plus fringe

SKILL LEVEL:

Easy to Intermediate

MATERIALS:

Super bulky #6 weight yarn, 100% acrylic, 5 oz/142 g (81 yds/74 m) per skein

1 skein Navy (MC1)

1 skein Green (MC2)

1 skein Burgundy (MC3)

Super bulky #6 weight yarn, 80% acrylic, 20% wool, 5 oz/140 g (87 yds/80 m) per skein

2 skeins Multi (CC)

Size N/15 (10 mm) crochet hook or size required for gauge

Stitch marker (optional)

Notes:

Photographed model was made with Lion Brand Hometown USA in #111 San Diego Navy (MC1), #175 Montpelier Peacock (MC2) and #189 Napa Valley Pinot (MC3), along with Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in #610 Hudson Bay (CC).

Rug is made with 3 main colors (MC). If desired, 3 skeins of only one main color can be used.

Microwave Bowl Cozy

This quick, easy-to-make Microwave Bowl Cozy is great to keep you from burning your fingers when removing food from the microwave!

The cozy will fit bowls of about 6” diameter at the top, 3 ½” diameter at bottom and 2” high. However, the cozy will accommodate many different similarly sized bowls.

When using 100% cotton yarn, the cozy should be able to be used in the microwave, along with a microwave-safe bowl, for a short period of time without harm to the cozy or bowl. The cozy can also be used to keep your hands from getting too cold when eating ice cream from a bowl!

This cozy is worked in rounds of single crochet, with increases strategically placed to conform to most sizes of bowls. The cozy is finished off with a round of reverse single crochet (or slip stitches) at the top edge for a nice finishing touch. Either side of the cozy can be used against the bowl as it is completely reversible.

Watch my YouTube video that goes along with this pattern.

SIZE: Approx. 12” diameter at top edge (folded flat)

Note: This Bowl Cozy fits a soup/cereal bowl that is approx. 6 ¼” diameter and 2” tall (Corelle). The cozy should stretch to fit many similar sized bowls and your cozy may turn out larger/smaller due to your personal tension/gauge.

SKILL LEVEL:

Easy

MATERIALS:

Worsted weight cotton yarn, 100% cotton, 2 oz/56.7 g (95 yds/86 m) per skein

1 skein any color (approx.1.8 oz/51 g was used for photographed models)

Size H/8 (5.0 mm) or I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook, or size required for gauge

Stitch marker or scrap of yarn

Note: Photographed models made with Lily Sugar ‘n Cream in #2600 Psychedelic Ombre and #165 Daisy Ombre, as well as Coats Crème de la Crème in #945 Orangetones.

Wedding Rings Throw

I’ve admired the geometric pattern in the lampshades in my master bedroom for years! So I decided to design a knit throw/blanket with this striking pattern in it. This design reminds me of the quilt pattern, Wedding Rings, so hence the name of this lovely pattern!

This throw is worked in the Mosaic Knitting technique, which was made popular by Barbara Walker many years ago. The pattern includes complete written instructions, as well as charts.

The throw can be made in Small, Large or almost any size desired. Simply follow the included information regarding the yardage required for each repeat of the pattern to calculate the amount of yarn needed for the desired size of throw.

Using 2 solid colors of worsted weight yarn and basic knitting stitches, this throw is a joy to knit! The solid border (knit at the same time as the mosaic rows) adds more visual interest and finishes off the throw nicely!

SIZES:

SMALL: Approx. 37” wide x 37” high (94 cm x 94 cm)

LARGE: Approx. 44” wide x 58” high (112 cm x 147 cm)

SKILL LEVEL:

Easy to Intermediate

MATERIALS:

Worsted weight yarn, 100% wool, 3.5 oz/100 g (210 yds/192 m) per ball

4 balls (Small) or 8 balls (Large) Purple (MC)

3 balls (Small) or 6 balls (Large) Off-White (CC)

US Size 8 (5 mm) needles (for beginning and ending knit rows)

US Size 9 (5.5 mm) needles or size required for gauge (for all mosaic rows)

Note: Photographed model made with Premier Yarns Deborah Norville Everyday yarn in #1010 Aubergine and #1002 Cream.

Reversible Continuous Overlay Mosaic Crochet (REV-COM) Swatch Chart

Learn to do my Reversible Continuous Overlay Mosaic Crochet (REV-COM) technique with this FREE CHART and my FREE YouTube video. Once you’ve learned to do basic Overlay Mosaic Crochet, it’s time to learn to make your projects reversible! You can do this reversible technique with either regular Overlay Mosaic Crochet (with ends on each row) or with my Continuous Overlay Mosaic Crochet (COM) technique (with virtually no ends). If you’re making a mosaic crochet scarf, it’s great to be able to make the scarf reversible!

In my YouTube video, I demonstrate working the AdcWS (Anchored double crochet on the wrong side), the AdcRS (Anchored double crochet on the right side), as well as the BLsc (back loop single crochet) and the FLdc (front loop double crochet) that are used in this reversible technique.

Download this FREE chart and follow along with my YouTube video to learn the Reversible Continuous Overlay Mosaic Crochet (REV-COM) technique today!

Note: This is not a full pattern. It is only the chart to make the swatch and learn this technique.