Month: October 2022

Easy Beginners Crochet Beanie

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Want to crochet the easiest ever beanie? Then look no further, I got ya!

You can find the video tutorial here –

If you prefer a written pattern then I’ve also got you covered!

*Please note that some links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that I may receive a small commission if you purchase via my link at no extra cost to yourself. This small amount allows me to keep this blog up and running.

Supplies

Select which size you would like to make from the chart below.

*This pattern is written in UK terms

Chain the required amount for your size

Round 1 – Half treble crochet (HTC) in the second chain from the hook and into every chain space along your chain until you reach the end.

Round 2 – Chain 1 and turn. HTC back loops only (BLO) into every stitch from the previous round.

Round 3 onwards – Chain 1 and turn. Continue to work 1 hdc blo into every stitch from the previous round until you have reached your required number of rows. Do not fasten off your yarn.

Finishing – Fold your finished panel in half. Join the panel at the shorter sides using a slip stitch to create a tube. Secure your yarn and leave a long tail as we will be using this to fasten the top of the beanie. Weave long tail end, in and out, around the top of the beanie. Pull tight to close up the top. Attach your pom pom, fold up the brim and you are done!

I love to see your creations on instagram so don’t forget to tag me – @lexie_loves_stitching

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Scrap Yarn Bookmark

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I made this scrap yarn bookmark and posted the video on TikTok/YouTube. It has been very popular and after a request from the lovely Wanda on my YouTube for the written pattern, I have written it up! These only take about 20 minutes to make so are perfect for using up any scraps of yarn you may have hanging about!

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Supplies

Method (this bookmark only has one round but I have split it into sections to make it easier to follow)

Start by chaining 33 (or a multiple of 2 + 5 for a bigger/smaller bookmark)

Round 1 (right side RS) –

First Stitch –

Yarn over (YO) and insert your hook into the 2nd chain space. *YO and pull up a loop. Insert your hook into the next chain space (do not yarn over) and pull up a loop*. Repeat *-* in the next 2 chain spaces – you should have 6 loops on your hook. YO and pull through all 6 loops. Chain 1.

Next Stitch: 

  • Insert hook into the ch-1 space of the last stitch– this is called the “eye” of the st. 
  • YO and draw up a loop – you should have 2 loops on the hook. 
  • Insert hook into the leg of the last stitch, YO, and draw up a loop – you should have 3 loops on the hook. 
  • Insert hook into the ch of the last stitch, YO and draw up a loop – you should have 4 loops on the hook.
  • [Insert hook into next ch, YO and draw up a loop] 2 times – you should have 6 loops on the hook.
  • YO, and pull through all 6 loops. 
  • Ch 1 to complete the st.

Repeat the instructions for the “Next Stitch” part of the pattern across the row. When Row 1 is complete, there should be a total of 15 stitches.

Round 2 (Wrong Side)

Turn your work and do not ch 1 to start the row. Instead, go directly into the “eye” (or ch-1 sp) of the st. 

  • Make 2 sc into the eye of each st across. 
  • There should be a total of 30 sc at the end of Row 2. 

To finish off your bookmark, slip stitch into the the first stitch from round 1, cut off yarn and weave in ends. I have added a tassel to the bottom of my bookmark to give it a bit of pizazz!

Happy Crocheting

Easy and Quick Crochet Cup Cosy

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This super easy and quick crochet cup cosy is perfect for beginners as it only uses two stitches – double crochet (single crochet in the US) and half treble crochet (half double crochet in the US). This project is also worked in the round (don’t be scared, its really easy!). You can work this up in around 30 minutes and would make the perfect gift!

Crochet along with my video tutorial here –

*Please note that some links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that I may receive a small commission if you purchase via my link at no extra cost to yourself. This small amount allows me to keep this blog up and running.

Supplies Needed

5mm/size H crochet hook (I use clover amour hooks)

Aran/Worsted weight/size 4 yarn (I used Caron one pound yarn in Rose)

Stitch marker

Scissors

Darning/tapestry needle

Pattern

To Begin – Chain 27 stitches (if making for a smaller/larger cup, either decrease or increase the amount of stitches in your chain).

Round 1 – Double crochet (or if you’re in the US, single crochet) from the second chain from the hook and in each of the subsequent chains. When you get to the end, slip stitch into the first stitch from the round to make a loop. Chain 1.

Round 2 – Half treble crochet (or if you’re in the US, half double crochet) into the very first stitch. Insert your stitch marker so you know where the start of the round is as we will now be working in the round and it will help you to keep track of how many rounds you have completed. Continue to crochet HTC (HDC in the US) in each stitch of the previous round until you come back to your stitch marker – do not join with a slip stitch.

Rounds 3 to 8 – *work a HTC (HDC) in the stitch from the previous round with the stitch marker and move your stitch marker into this stitch. Continue doing HTC (HDC) in every stitch from the previous round until you have reached the stitch marker*. Repeat *-* until you have completed 8 rounds. Secure your yarn and tie off. Sew in all your ends. Turn your work inside out and Ta Da! You have made a cup cosy!

I love to see your makes on instagram so don’t forget to tag me @lexie_loves_stitching

Happy crocheting xxxxx

Easy and Quick Crochet Twisted Headband

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This easy and quick twisted crochet headband is the perfect beginner project, can be worked up quickly and makes the perfect gift.

*Please note that some links in this post may be affiliate links. This means that I may receive a small commission if you purchase via my link at no extra cost to yourself. This small amount allows me to keep this blog up and running.

Crochet along with my video tutorial

Supplies Needed

6mm/size J crochet hook

Aran/Medium weight/Size 4 yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver in light sage)

This headband can be made in varying sizes. I have provided you with the number of chains and rows needed in the table below –

To begin chain the stated amount needed for your required size of headband.

Round 1 – HTC into the back bumps of each chain until you reach the end of the chain, turn and chain 1

Round 2 – HTC BLO in each stitch from the previous round until you reach the end, turn chain 1.

Round 3 onwards – repeat round 2 until your headband has reached the required amount of rows as per the above chart OR you have reached your desired width. Fasten off your yarn but leave a long tail as we will be using this to join the headband and to make the twist.

Joining – Fold the headband in half, bringing the two short sides together and keeping the seam on the outside. Interlock the ends so that they fit into one another.

Use your yarn needle and and your long tail to stitch the ends together, making sure to sew into each layer. When you reach the end, secure your yarn and weave in your end. Flip headband right side out and ta-da! You have made a headband!