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VOLUME 30, NO. 3

In Every Issue Cover Item

One-Skein Crescent Shawl, page 25
Beginner’s Corner
11 TRELLIS BEANIE In Stitches
Design by Amy Niezur
Stitch it fast, stitch it often! 32 BOBBLES &
ASYMMETRICAL SHELLS
This hat is great for giving! Designs by Annie’s

Easy As 1-2-3 Slip Into Style

12 ASPEN GOLD AFGHAN 35 BOHO TUNIC
Design by Jennifer Olivarez Design by Jaime Payne
Get in the rhythm of stitching 37 MANDARIN MAGIC
with this easy blanket pattern. Design by Melissa Leapman
40 DIANE VEST
Learn It! Do It! Design by Kristi Simpson
42 TURNING LEAF VEST
14 LEARN TUNISIAN CROCHET Design by Jill Hanratty
STITCHES & TECHNIQUES 47 CRUNCH STITCH JACKET
By Dora Ohrenstein Design by Joy Prescott
Go a step beyond the basics with
Tunisian crochet stitches. Dress It Up
19 TUNISIAN BASKET-WEAVE 50 MESSENGER BAG
BABY BLANKET Design by Edie Eckman
By Dora Ohrenstein 53 SOLOMON’S SPLENDOR WRAP
Combine simple Tunisian stitches to Design by Susan Maria Walsh
create a textured fabric. 57 SHADES OF AUTUMN COWL
Design by Sue Childress
Done in One 58 TUNISIAN COLORWORK COWL
21 ONE-SKEIN Design by Robyn Chachula
HEADBAND & MITTS 61 HALLIE INFINITY SCARF
Designs by Bonnie Barker Design by Darla Fanton
Get the value from your luxury yarn with
this one-skein headband and mitts set.
Tots 2 Teens
64 CHERISHED CABLES BLANKET
25 ONE-SKEIN Design by Jamie Swiatek
CRESCENT SHAWL 67 KALEIDOSCOPE JACKET
Design by Juliette Bezold Design by Lena Skvagerson
Get spectacular style in just one hank of
70 GIRL’S FLOWER SKIRT
yarn with this Tunisian shawl. Design by Anna Hersey

Motifs in Minutes At Home

30 ENCORE & BRAVO 72 TWILIGHT FLOWER THROW
Designs by Ellen Gormley Design by Mary Layfield
77 RUSTIC CHARM BLANKET
Design by Tanis Galik

DEPARTMENTS A Note From the Editor 6 / Crochet in the News 6 / Buyer’s Guide 80 / Standard Yarn Weights & Skill Levels 80 /
Stitch Guide 81 / Crochet! at a Glance 82
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BY ELLEN GORMLEY

A Note From Book Review

the Editor Learn to Crochet Mosaic Hats
By Melissa Leapman
In this Autumn issue
(Annie’s, 2016, 24 pages, $8.99)
we are departing from
Don’t wait to learn mosaic color
our traditional garment
work! If you want to learn mosaic
and accessories and
crochet but have been hesitant to
focusing on a perennial favorite of
try a large project, Learn to Crochet
crocheters! There are FIVE beautiful
Mosaic Hats is the answer. Designer
blankets in this issue. Tunisian crochet,
Melissa Leapman uses a simple
circular and row patterns are all
colorwork technique to create seven
represented. The five patterns include
dramatic hats. The patterns look
the Tunisian Basket-Weave Baby
difficult but are easily stitched using
Blanket, the Aspen Gold Afghan, the
one color per row and a second row
Cherished Cables Blanket, the Rustic
worked into the rows below to give
Charm Blanket and the Twilight Flower
the illusion of great intricacy. Clear
Throw.
instructions and photos will help
The Tunisian Basket-Weave
you to make quick work of mosaic
Baby Blanket is a gorgeous and
hats! The hats are written for three sizes each so they can
easy-to-memorize pattern from
accommodate the whole family. The Zigzag hat is especially stunning and would
Dora Ohrenstein. Dora teaches the
look amazing in multiple color schemes for either men or women.
technique in the Learn It! Do It! feature.
This blanket has excellent drape and
Celtic Cable Crochet
would be beautiful in a range of colors.
By Bonnie Barker (Interweave, 2016, 128 pages, $24.99)
Change the color to a more earthy
Be inspired to create amazingly textured and rich projects with Bonnie Barker’s
tone and it would make an excellent
latest book, Celtic Cable Crochet. This cable collection is the follow-up to Barker’s
lap robe for an older adult. The Aspen
previous book of Irish-inspired projects, Contemporary Celtic Crochet. In Celtic
Gold Afghan and the Rustic Charm
Cable Crochet, Barker thoroughly explores a wide variety of cable patterns in all
Blanket are wonderful examples of
projects from scarves and cowls to sweaters and wraps. In the past crochet cable
autumn colors and seasonal yarns.
projects had to achieve elegant drape with fingering- and DK-weight yarns. Barker
Already have an overabundance
pushes the limit and includes those
of blankets? The issue still is full of
smaller gauge projects as well as
beautiful projects such as garments and
worsted- and bulky-weight yarns in
accessories including hats, cowls and
eye-catching patterns. The volume
wraps. Check out the layering potential
includes full text instructions,
and comfort of the eye-catching Turning
symbol diagrams and 30 pages of
Leaf Vest.
process photos of cable techniques.
I hope you enjoy this autumn
This collection includes 18 projects
issue, and “ooh” and “aah” at all the
with garments featuring techniques
gorgeous variety that crochet has
such as top-down round yoke and
to offer. C!
set-in sleeve construction. There
is a large range of accessories,
including hats, cowls, mitts,
shawls, a shrug, a tote and more.
Especially of interest are the
Connie Ellison, Editor
luxurious Tic-Tac-Toe Messenger
Bag and the stunning Blue
Moon Shawl using Malabrigo
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 beginner’s corner

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 Trellis Beanie
DESIGN BY AMY NIEZUR

A quick-to-crochet cap that works up from a single skein of yarn!

CONFIDENT
BEGINNER Rnds 4 & 5: Rep rnd 3. (12 sc, 12 ch-3 sps) Rnds 19–26: Rep rnd 3. (33 sc, 33 ch-3 sps)
Rnd 6: *[Ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp] 4 times, ch 3, Rnd 27: *2 sc in next ch-3 sp, sk next sc,
FINISHED MEASUREMENT
sc in next sc; rep from * around. (15 ch-3 sps) 2 sc in next ch-3 sp, sc in next sc; rep from *
19 inches in circumference at brim (stretches
around, ending 2 sc in last ch-3 sp, sk last sc.
to fit various sizes) Rnd 7: Rep rnd 3. (15 sc, 15 ch-3 sps)
(85 sc)
MATERIALS Rnd 8: *[Ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp] 5 times, ch 3,
Rnds 28–31: Sc in each sc around. At end
• Cascade Yarns Sunseeker Shade light sc in next sc; rep from * around. (18 ch-3 sps)
of last rnd, join in beg sc.
(DK) weight cotton/acrylic yarn Rnd 9: Rep rnd 3. (18 sc, 18 ch-3 sps)
(31/2 oz/246 yds/100g per hank): Rnd 32: *Ch 3, sl st in base of ch-3 (picot
1 hank #03 sparkling grape Rnd 10: *[Ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp] 6 times, made), sl st in next 2 sts; rep from * around,
• Size E/4/3.5mm crochet hook or size needed ch 3, sc in next sc; rep from * around. join with sl st in base of first picot. Fasten off.
to obtain gauge (21 ch-3 sps)
FINISHING
• Tapestry needle Rnd 11: Rep rnd 3. (21 sc, 21 ch-3 sps) Block. C!
• Stitch marker
Rnd 12: *[Ch 3, sc in next
GAUGE ch-3 sp] 7 times, ch 3, sc in
Rnds 1–3 = 2 inches next sc; rep from * around.
PAT T E R N N O T E S (24 ch-3 sps)
Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Rnd 13: Rep rnd 3.
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless (24 sc, 24 ch-3 sps)
otherwise stated.
Rnd 14: *[Ch 3, sc in next
Work in continuous rounds. Do not join or turn ch-3 sp] 8 times, ch 3, sc in
rounds unless otherwise stated. Mark first next sc; rep from * around.
stitch of each round. (27 ch-3 sps)
Chain-3 at beginning of round does not count
Rnd 15: Rep rnd 3.
as a stitch unless otherwise stated.
(27 sc, 27 ch-3 sps)

BEANIE Rnd 16: *[Ch 3, sc in next

Ch 4, join (see Pattern Notes) in first ch to form ch-3 sp] 9 times, ch 3, sc in
a ring. next sc; rep from * around.
(30 ch-3 sps)
Rnd 1: [Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), sc in ring]
6 times. (6 ch-3 sps) Rnd 17: Rep rnd 3.
(30 sc, 30 ch-3 sps)
Rnd 2: [Ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, sc in
next sc] 6 times. (12 ch-3 sps) Rnd 18: *[Ch 3, sc in next
ch-3 sp] 10 times, ch 3, sc in
Rnd 3: *Ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp; rep next sc; rep from * around.
from * around. (33 ch-3 sps)

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Aspen Gold
Row 38: Pumpkin spice.
Row 39–41: Rep rows 6–8.
Row 42: Pumpkin spice.

Afghan Rows 43–48: [Rep rows 8 and 9

alternately] 3 times.
Rows 49–56: [Rep rows 7 and 8
DE SIGN BY JENNIFER OLIVARE Z alternately] 4 times.
Row 57: Pumpkin spice.
The interplay of gold, rust and light green woven Row 58: Birch heather.
with bands of dark blue mimics the flutter of Rows 59 & 60: Rep rows 57 and 58.
aspen leaves in the wind. Row 61: Pumpkin spice.
Row 62: Midnight heather.
Rows 63 & 64: Rep rows 16 and 17.
EASY Treble crochet join (tr join): Place slip knot
on hook, yo 2 times, insert hook in indicated Rows 65 & 66: Rep rows 61 and 62.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS st, yo and pull up a lp, [yo and draw through Rows 67–72: [Rep rows 57 and 58
62 inches wide x 40 inches long, 2 lps] twice, yo and draw through rem 2 lps. alternately] 3 times.
excluding Fringes Shell: 3 dc in indicated ch-2 sp.
Rows 73–78: [Rep rows 7 and 8
MATERIALS COLOR SEQUENCE alternately] 3 times.
• Cascade Yarns Cascade 220 Heathers Row 6: Birch heather.
Row 79: Midnight heather.
medium (worsted) weight wool yarn
Row 7: Midnight heather. Rows 80–104: Rep rows 32–56.
(31/2 oz/220 yds/100g per hank):
4 hanks each #9449 midnight heather and Row 8: Birch heather. Rows 105–108: [Rep rows 32 and 33
#9564 birch heather alternately] twice.
Row 9: Irelande.
3 hanks #2429 Irelande
Row 109: Irelande.
2 hanks #2453 pumpkin spice Rows 10–13: [Rep rows 8 and 9 alternately]
• Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed twice. Rows 110–127: Rep rows 14–31.
to obtain gauge
Row 14: Midnight heather.
• Tapestry needle AFGHAN
Row 15: Irelande. Row 1: With midnight heather and leaving
GAUGE
6 shells = 4 inches; 12 pattern rows = 4 inches Row 16: Pumpkin spice. a 4-inch tail (see Pattern Notes), ch 278, dc in
5th ch from hook (beg sk chs count as first dc)
PAT T E R N N O T E S Row 17: Irelande. and in each ch across. Leaving a 4-inch tail,
Afghan is worked lengthwise from one side to fasten off. (275 dc)
Rows 18 & 19: Rep rows 14 and 15.
the other with right side facing at all times.
Rows 20–23: [Rep rows 8 and 9 Row 2: With RS facing, sk first 2 dc, leaving
4-inch tails at beginning and end of each row
alternately] twice. a 4-inch tail, sc join (see Special Stitches) birch
will become Fringe.
heather in next dc, *ch 2, sk 2 dc, sc in next dc,
Work treble crochet stitches around tails Rows 24–31: [Rep rows 6 and 7 rep from * across, leave last 2 dc unworked.
at beginning and end of previous row to alternately] 4 times. Leaving a 4-inch tail, fasten off. (91 sc and
encase them. 90 ch-2 sps)
Row 32: Irelande.
SPECIAL STITCHES Row 3: With RS facing, leaving a 4-inch tail
Row 33: Birch heather.
Single crochet join (sc join): Place slip knot and encasing beg tail (see Pattern Notes) of
on hook, insert hook in indicated st, yo and pull Rows 34–37: [Rep rows 32 and 33 previous row in first 2 sts, tr join (see Special
up a lp, yo and draw through both lps on hook. alternately] twice. Stitches) midnight heather in first dc 2 rows

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aspen groves in Colorado’s high country
provided the inspiration for this afghan.”
—Jennifer Olivarez
below, tr in next dc 2 rows below, shell (see
Special Stitches) in each ch-2 sp across, encasing
tail of previous row in each of last 2 sts, tr in
each of last 2 dc 2 rows below. Leaving a 4-inch below, tr in next tr 2 rows below, shell in each Fold 1 strand in half. Insert hook from WS to
tail, fasten off. (4 tr and 90 shells) ch-2 sp across, encasing tail of previous row in RS between first 2 sts of any corner, pull fold
each of last 2 sts, tr in each of last 2 tr 2 rows through to form a lp, pull ends including any
Row 4: With RS facing, sk first 2 tr, leaving a below. Leaving a 4-inch tail, fasten off. beg or end tail through lp and tighten.
4-inch tail, sc join birch heather in sp between (4 tr and 90 shells) Rep to add Fringe between first 2 sts at each
tr and first shell of previous row, *ch 2, sc in
Rows 6–127: [Rep rows 4 and 5 alternately] corner, pulling any beg or end tail through lp.
sp between next 2 shells, rep from * across,
working last sc in sp between last shell and 61 times following Color Sequence. Rep to add Fringe to top of beg ch-4 of row 1,
next tr, leave last 2 tr unworked. Leaving a omitting reference to beg or end tail.
4-inch tail, fasten off. (91 sc and 90 ch-2 sps) FINISHING Beg with last Fringe made and tail of row 2, at
Block to measurements. the end of each row, tie each pair of tails tog
Row 5: With RS facing, leaving a 4-inch tail
with an overhand knot.
and encasing beg tail of previous row in first Fringe
2 sts, tr join midnight heather in first tr 2 rows Cut 5 9-inch-long strands of midnight heather. Trim ends evenly. C!

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LEARN TUNISIAN CROCHET

BY DORA OHRENSTEIN

Learn Tunisian lace with this easy-to-follow tutorial.

Tunisian crochet can add so much understand what’s meant by front and using Tunisian Knit Stitch and Tunisian
to our crochet vocabulary, allowing us back vertical bar. In Tunisian simple Purl Stitch, alternating them in small
to explore many different stitches and stitch the hook is inserted in the front squares. As you can see, it appears that
create a variety of fabrics suitable for vertical bar, and in Tunisian Knit Stitch the knit squares are woven under and
home items as well as garments of all the hook is inserted between the front over the purl squares. On the blanket the
kinds. Today I want to introduce three of and back vertical bar. squares are larger, but the principle is
my favorite Tunisian stitches. In most cases the very first row in the same. Before making this swatch (or
To review the basics of Tunisian Tunisian is a set-up row where you pull the blanket), some practice with these
crochet: There are two “passes” required up a loop in each chain of the foundation two stitches is in order—each has their
for each row of Tunisian—the forward chain. I prefer to pull up the back bar in little quirks.
pass and the return pass. On the forward each chain (see illustration) just as A crucial factor in any Tunisian work
pass, we “pick up” loops in the row, I do in regular crochet. Some people is to choose the right size hook—a large
leaving one loop on the hook for each like to pull up that loop in the back one! Tunisian crochet has a tendency to
stitch made. On the return pass, we bump instead; neither way is better create dense fabric, and the best way to
“work off the loops” (see illustration) than the other, it’s just a preference. counter that tendency is to use a larger
that are on the hook. In fact, the return Try them both and see which you like hook than you use in regular crochet.
pass is actually a series of chains running better! Unlike regular crochet, there is So, for example, if you are working with
through the loops on the hook. The no turning chain in Tunisian, so you a worsted-weight yarn and usually use
forward pass creates vertical bars on the always make the number of chains equal an I/9/5.5mm hook, go up two hook
work’s surface, one in front and one just to the number of stitches needed in your sizes when doing Tunisian crochet to
behind it. The return pass creates a long first row. a K/101/2/6.5mm hook. If you normally
horizontal bar that runs all along the row. choose an F/5/3.75mm hook for sock
yarn, use an H/8/5mm when working
A
it in Tunisian. This will greatly improve
your fabric, lending it the desirable
quality we call drape.
Back Bar of Chain
B The three swatches shown on page
16 are all made with Berroco Weekend,
The Tunisian baby blanket I designed which is a worsted-weight yarn. On
for this issue uses the basket-weave the basket-weave swatch I used a size
stitch, which some people know from I hook, and for the other two a size
Work Loops Off Hook
regular crochet. Basket weave, whatever J. Consequently, the first swatch has
The curious thing about Tunisian technique one is using, depends upon denser fabric, just right for a blanket,
crochet is that we can get different looks contrast on the surface. If we arrange while the other two are more fluid and
on the fabric surface by inserting the these contrasting surfaces one above the would work beautifully for a garment.
hook in various ways on the forward other, it results in the “woven” look. On Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS) is one
pass. That’s why it’s important to this swatch, the contrast is achieved by of the most popular because of its

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resemblance to knitting, but the Tunisian pull-through is difficult, it’s helpful to You can see them best by turning the
stitch creates fabric that is substantially hold the yarn in place with the thumb of left edge toward you and finding two
thicker than actual knit fabric. It’s the the yarn-holding hand. loops that cross each other. Insert your
return row in Tunisian crochet that adds A hook just to the right of these two loops.
the extra layer absent in knitting. When Lefties will, of course, look at the right
we make Tunisian Knit Stitches, inserting edge and insert the hook to the left of
the hook between the front and back the two loops. The purpose of doing the
vertical bar of the stitch, we push that last stitch this way is to create a firm and
whole return row to the back of the work. stable edge. If, however, you find this
This not only makes the fabric thicker, confusing or difficult, it’s not crucial,
but as there is more fabric on the back B so please don’t fret. Once you become
than on the front, the fabric tends to curl. more adept with Tunisian crochet, you
But don’t worry, there is a cure! can always add this element of finesse.
To make the Tunisian Knit Stitch,
insert your hook between the front
and back vertical bar of the next stitch,
yarn over and pull yarn through (see
illustration). That loop you just made
will tend to fall in front of the work, but C Tunisian Stitch
I recommend you pull it up, nice and
loose, so that it sits atop the row before, Here are instructions for a Tunisian
not in front of it. basket-weave swatch. Please don’t worry
too much about even stitches when you
Tunisian Purl Stitch
begin, but as you continue, you will see
While Tunisian Knit Stitch tends to be how much tension is required for the
tight, the purl wants to be loose— two stitches and how best to make them
a dilemma! But remember, you are in match in size. Another point to consider:
Tunisian Knit Stitch control of the tension on all your You may find that it’s hard to keep
stitches and can tighten or loosen up track of how many rows you’ve made,
Do this for each Tunisian Knit Stitch accordingly as you work. As you make especially because the way you insert on
you make. When working the return your purl stitches, give a little tug on the working row is creating the knit or
pass, it’s equally important to work the yarn after working each stitch— purl on the row below. In this swatch we
loosely. As mentioned earlier, these but not too much! Tug just enough to start with a set-up row, then work 5 rows
are chains that create a horizontal bar make the stitch look neat. If you tighten beginning with Tunisian Knit Stitches,
through the loops on your hook. Rather up these purl stitches too much, they then the next 5 rows beginning with
than making each chain tight around will not match the size of the Tunisian Tunisian purls. Mark the start of the new
the hook, pull each one out a bit. Knit Stitches. sequence with a stitch marker or short
Working loosely on both passes is the Remember that in Tunisian crochet, length of yarn at the starting edge to
best way to ensure you end up with the loop on your hook at the end of the help you stay on track.
relaxed, fluid fabric. return pass is the first stitch of the next On all the swatches here, for the very
For Tunisian Purl Stitch (TPS), the forward pass. That means you never last row of work we make Tunisian slip
yarn is brought to the front of the work actually make the first stitch, it already stitches to create a nice finish at the top
instead of behind, unlike the usual exists. This loop that starts each row edge. To remain in pattern, we insert
position in crochet. Bring your hook has a tendency to enlarge, which in turn the hook in the same way we did in the
behind the yarn and insert it in the can make the whole right edge of your previous row, but as we pull up a loop
front vertical bar of the next stitch (see work a bit too big. To avoid that, give a for each stitch, instead of leaving it on
illustration). For the yarn over, the yarn little tug on the yarn before moving on the hook, we pull the loop through the
should come from behind and over to the next stitch on the forward pass. next stitch and the loop on the hook. In
the top of the hook, toward you. After At the end of the forward pass, always this way we work off all the loops on the
making the yarn over, pull the yarn insert your hook under two loops at hook on the forward pass and don’t need
through the front vertical bar. If that the edge of the work (see illustration). a return pass.

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Try these stitches, and if you like B. work lps off hook. help keep track of how many rows of TKS
them, experiment with different yarns have been worked before making a row
Rows 3–6: Rep row 2.
and hooks to see how they affect the of crossed stitches.
look of the stitches. It’s amazing how Rows 7–11:
Ch 20.
different a stitch can look when worked
A. TPS in next 4 sts, *TKS in next 5 sts, TPS in
with thinner yarn or different fibers. Row 1 (set-up row):
next 5 sts, rep from * across, TKS in next 4 sts,
Unlock the great potential of Tunisian
work last st under 2 lps; A. Pull up lp in the back bar of 2nd and each
crochet with a little experimenting!
rem ch across;
B. work lps off hook.
Basket-Weave B. return row—work lps off hook as follows:
Rows 12–20: Rep rows 2–10.
Yo, pull through 1 lp, *yo, pull through 2 lps,
Tunisian Last row: Inserting in the same manner as rep from * across. (20 sts)
last row worked, pull each yo through the next From here on, all return rows are done as in
st and immediately through the lp on hook. row 1.
Fasten off.
Rows 2–4: TKS across.

Tunisian Knit Stitch Row 5:

With Crossed Stitches A. *Sk next st, insert hook in next front
vertical bar, yo and pull up lp, insert hook in sk
st, yo and pull up lp, rep from * across, work
last st under 2 lps;
B. work lps off hook.
Rows 6–9: TKS across.
Row 10: Rep row 5.
Rows 11–14: Rep rows 6–9.
TKS: Insert hook between the front and back
vertical bars, yo and pull up a lp leaving lp on Last row: Inserting as to TKS, pull each lp
hook. through st and immediately through lp on
hook in each st across. Fasten off.
TPS: Bring yarn to front of work, insert hook
in next front vertical bar, yo and pull up a lp You may find that this swatch tends to have
leaving lp on hook. a slant, and that is one of the peculiarities of
This stitch, which combines Tunisian Tunisian crochet. The repeated pulling in one
Ch 25. Knit Stitches with crossed stitches, direction on the return row is the culprit.
Row 1 (set-up row): is one of my favorites. Use the same The best way to correct this tendency is to
loose tension as discussed earlier when wet block your work and pin it to eliminate
A. Pull up lp in the back bar of 2nd and each working each stitch, both on the forward the slant.
rem ch across; and return pass. For the crossed stitches,
B. return row—work lps off hook as follows: we skip the next stitch, insert the hook in
Yo, pull through 1 lp, *yo, pull through 2 lps, the front vertical bar (just like in Tunisian Little Fans
rep from * across. (25 sts) simple stitch) of the following stitch, then
insert the hook in the front vertical bar
From here on, all return rows are done as in
of the skipped stitch, hence the cross.
row 1.
Here, too, if you work too tightly, you will
Row 2: find it hard to work into these stitches
on the next row. Instead, as you create
A. TKS in next 4 sts, *TPS in next 5 sts, TKS in
these loops, pull up on each one to make
next 5 sts, rep from * across to last 5 sts, TPS
sure it’s relaxed, not tight. Here, too, you
in next 4 sts, work last st under 2 lps;
might want to mark the starting edge to

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Our third swatch introduces another loop. We’ll also pull up a loop just behind up lp, inserting hook in the bump behind
technique in Tunisian crochet, which the three gathered stitches—you should gathered sts, yo and pull up a lp, inserting
involves doing something a little be able to find a “back bump” behind hook under horizontal bar, yo and pull up lp**,
differently on the return row. Up to this them under which you insert your hook TSS in next 3 sts, rep from *
point we’ve always worked the return row to pull up a loop. across, ending last rep at **
the same way, making a chain through To make a better finish on the top to last 2 sts, TSS in next st,
each loop on the hook. To create the edge, instead of inserting the hook work last st under 2 lps; Horizontal Bar
little upside-down fans you see on this under the horizontal bar I inserted in the
B. rep as in row 1.
swatch, we have to gather three of those chains on each side of the little fans.
loops together by pulling yarn through Rows 3–13: Rep row 2.
three loops on the hook at once. (Note Ch 19.
Last row: TSS in next st pulling lp through
that the instructions say pull through four Row 1: st and lp on hook, *inserting hook in next
loops because we also count the chain
A. Pull up lp in back bar of each ch across; ch, yo and pull lp through ch and lp on hook,
just made in the return pass as a loop).
yo and pull lp through back bump and lp on
We don’t want to change the number of B. yo, pull through 1 lp, yo, pull through 2 lps, hook, inserting hook in next ch, yo and pull lp
stitches in that row, so what do we do? As *ch 1, yo, pull through 4 lps, ch 1**, [yo, pull through next ch and lp on hook, TSS in next
you’ll see in the return row instruction, through 2 lps] 3 times, rep from * across ending 3 sts pulling lps through st and lp on hook,
we will put one chain on each side of last rep at **, [yo, pull through 2 lps] twice. rep from * across to last 2 sts, TSS pulling lp
those gathered stitches to maintain the
All return rows are worked as in row 1. through st and lp on hook, work last st under 2
correct count. Then on the next forward
lps and pull through lp on hook. Fasten off. C!
pass, we will insert the hook in the space Row 2:
below those chains; that is, under the
A. TSS in next st, *inserting hook under
horizontal bar, yarn over and pull up a
horizontal bar (see illustration) yo and pull

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 Tunisian Basket-Weave
Baby Blanket
DESIGN BY DORA OHRENSTEIN

A sweet little blanket complete with a

puff stitch edging.

INTERMEDIATE Join with slip stitch as indicated unless A

otherwise stated.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
36 inches wide x 39 inches long SPECIAL STITCHES
Work loops off hook (work lps off hook):
MATERIALS Ch 1 (see A of illustration), [yo, pull through
• Berroco Weekend medium (worsted) 2 lps on hook (see B of illustration)] across.
weight acrylic/cotton yarn Last lp on hook counts as first lp of next row. B
(31/2 oz/205 yds/100g per hank):
A
8 hanks #5911 tea rose
• Size J/10/6mm Tunisian crochet hook with
cable or size needed to obtain gauge
• Size H/8/5mm standard crochet hook B
• Tapestry needle
GAUGE
C
In stitch pattern with size J Tunisian
Work Loops Off Hook
hook: 16 sts = 41/4 inches; 16 rows = 31/2
inches
Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS): Insert hook
PATTERN NOTES through work from front to back between
Tunisian Purl Stitch
Weave in ends as work progresses. strands of next vertical bar (see illustration),
Each Tunisian row is worked in 2 steps: the yo, pull lp through.
forward pass and the return pass to work loops
off hook. End stitch (end st): Insert hook under 2
Each vertical bar of row 1 counts as a stitch. vertical bars in last st of row, yo, pull up lp.
First loop on hook is counted as a stitch unless Sideways Puff (s-puff): Ch 2, [yo, insert
otherwise stated. hook around last dc made and pull up lp to
Tunisian Knit Stitch 3/4-inch height] 3 times, with 7 lps on hook, sk
The working row always determines the look
of the row before. When you see 8 rows of the designated st(s), yo, insert hook in next st and
pattern repeat on the work, make one more Tunisian Purl Stitch (TPS): Bring yarn to pull up lp, yo, draw through 9 lps on hook. The
row in the same manner before changing to front of work, with yarn in front of hook, insert 2nd insertion creates a dc drawn through the
the alternate pattern. hook from left to right under next vertical bar, puff. Work around this dc for next s-puff.
wrap yarn in front of stitch and around hook
You may find it easier to count rows from
(see illustration), pull up lp.
wrong side of work.

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BLANKET
Row 1:
A. Ch 136, pull up lp in back bar (see
illustration) of 2nd ch from hook and in
each rem ch across (136 sts); Row 10: Blanket into row ends, *ch 2, s-puff, sk 1 row
end, ch 2, s-puff, sk 2 row ends, rep from * to
A. TPS in next 7 sts, *TKS in next 8 sts, TPS
next corner, [ch 2, s-puff, working dc part of
in next 8 sts, rep from * across, ending
st in same st at corner] 3 times, rotate Blanket
with TKS in next 7 sts, end st;
to work across opposite side of foundation
Back Bar of Chain
B. work lps off hook. ch, [ch 2, s-puff, sk 1 st] across to next corner,
rep from * to starting corner, work 2 s-puff in
B. work lps off hook (see Special Stitches). Rows 11–18: Rep row 9.
same st as starting corner, join (see Pattern
Row 2: Rows 19–152: Continue to alternate 8 Notes) in top of beg ch-2. Fasten off. C!
rows as in row 2, then 8 rows as in row 10. Do
A. TKS (see Special Stitches) in next 7 sts,
not fasten off. To maintain even
*TPS (see Special Stitches) in next 8 sts,
gauge, pull up the TKS
TKS in next 8 sts, rep from * across, BORDER
stitches loosely and
ending with TPS in next 7 sts, end st (see Rnd 1: With regular size H hook, ch 2, dc in
tighten each TPS a little. When
Special Stitches); next st as if to work TKS, [ch 2, s-puff (see
transitioning from TPS to TKS in
Special Stitches), sk 1 st] across to corner,
B. work lps off hook. the forward pass, keep first TKS
[ch 2, s-puff, working dc part of st in same st
a bit tightened.
Rows 3–9: Rep row 2. at corner] 3 times, rotate to work along side of

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One-Skein
Headband & Mitts
DESIGNS BY BONNIE BARKER

Post stitches create cables that add texture and

warmth in this coordinating set.

INTERMEDIATE

FINISHED SIZE
One size fits most

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Headband: 4 inches wide x 18 inches in
diameter
Mitt: 71/2 inches long x 81/4 inches in diameter

MATERIALS
• Lydia Yarn Bliss super fine
(fingering) weight superwash
merino/cashmere/nylon yarn
(31/2 oz/400 yds/100g per skein):
1 skein passion fruit
• Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed
to obtain gauge
• Tapestry needle
GAUGE
11 fpdc = 2 inches; 7 rows = 2 inches
Take time to check gauge.
PAT T E R N N O T E S
Chain-2 at beginning of row on Headband
counts as first half double crochet unless
otherwise stated.
Chain-2 at beginning of round on Mitt does
not count as a stitch unless otherwise stated.
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless
otherwise stated.

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HEADBAND MITT around, join (see Pattern Notes) in first st, do

Row 1: Ch 24, dc in 4th ch from hook (sk chs Make 2. not turn. (40 sts)
count as first dc) and in each rem ch across,
Rnd 1: Ch 40, sl st in first ch to form ring, Rnd 2: Ch 2, fpdc (see Stitch Guide) around
turn. (22 sts)
being careful not to twist ch, ch 2 (see Pattern each of first 2 sts, bpdc (see Stitch Guide)
Row 2 (RS): Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), sk Notes), dc in same ch as joining and in each ch around each of next 2 sts, *fpdc around each
first dc, [fpdc (see Stitch Guide) around each of
next 4 sts, sk next 2 sts, fptr (see Stitch Guide)
4
around each of next 2 sts, working in front of
last 2 sts, fptr around each of 2 sk sts] twice,
fpdc around each of next 4 sts, hdc in beg 3

ch-2, turn.
2
Row 3: Ch 2, bpdc (see Stitch Guide) around
next st and around each rem st across to last
1
st, hdc in last st, turn.
Rows 4–61: [Rep rows 2 and 3 alternately]
One-Skein Headband
29 times, or until Headband reaches Reduced Sample of Stitch Diagram
desired size. Note: Reps shown in gray.

With RS facing and working

through both thicknesses, sl st ends Edging
tog. Fasten off.

30

STITCH KEY
14
Chain (ch)

Single crochet (sc)

13

Double crochet (dc)

12

Front post double

crochet (fpdc)

8
Back post double
crochet (bpdc)
7

Front post treble

crochet (fptr) 6

Direction of work

One-Skein Mitt
Reduced Sample of Stitch Diagram
Note: Reps shown in gray.

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of next 2 sts, bpdc around each of next 2 sts, rep from * around, join in
first st, do not turn.
Rnds 3–6: [Rep rnd 2] 4 times.
Rnd 7 (RS): Ch 2, [sk 2 sts, fptr (see Stitch Guide) around each of next
2 sts, working in front of sts just worked, fptr around each of
2 sk sts, fpdc around each of next 4 sts] around, join in first fptr, turn.
Rnd 8: Ch 2, bpdc around each st around, join in first bpdc, turn.
Rnds 9–12: [Rep rnds 7 and 8 alternately] twice.
Rnd 13: Ch 2, [sk 2 sts, fptr around each of next 2 sts, working in front
of sts just worked, fptr around each of 2 sk sts, fpdc around each of next
4 sts] 4 times, ch 8 (thumbhole made), sk next 8 sts, join in first fptr,
turn.
Rnd 14: Ch 2, 8 dc in ch-8 sp, bpdc around each st around, join in first
dc, turn.
Rnds 15–30: [Rep rnds 7 and 8 alternately] 8 times. At end of last
rnd, do not fasten off; continue to Edging.
Edging
With RS facing, ch 1, (sc, ch 2, dc) in first st, sk next st, *(sc, ch 2, dc) in
next st, sk next st, rep from * around, join in first sc. Fasten off. C!

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are always worked into those of the row below
and the yarn-over spaces beside align atop
each other. At the 4-stitch right-cross cable, the
Tunisian knit stitch bands cross.

Crescent Shawl Wet blocking is essential to the final

appearance of this piece both for gauge and to
open the lace.

DESIGN BY JULIE T TE BEZOLD SPECIAL STITCHES

Work loops off hook (work lps off hook):
Yo, pull through 1 lp on hook (see A of
Cables and lace combine to create ethereal illustration), [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook (see
drama in this delicate Tunisian crochet shawl. B of illustration)] across until 1 lp rem on hook.
Last lp on hook counts as first st of next row.
Worked tip-to-tip using just one skein A

of luxury yarn, the crescent shape hugs your

shoulders on a cool fall evening. B

CHALLENGING
First stitch on hook counts as first Tunisian knit Work Loops Off Hook
stitch in stitch counts, but is not referred to in
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS the instructions. Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS): Insert hook
Width: 121/2 inches at widest point under front strand of next vertical bar from
The last stitch of every row should be worked
Length along inside curve: 62 inches as a Tunisian knit stitch, inserting the hook right to left (see illustration), yo, pull lp
under 2 outer strands of yarn to back of through.
MATERIALS
work, and then pulling up the final loop (see
• Manos del Uruguay Fino super fine
illustration).
(fingering) weight merino/silk yarn
(31/2 oz/490 yds/100g per hank):
1 hank #403 silhouette
• Size H/8/5mm Tunisian crochet hook or size
needed to obtain gauge
Tunisian Simple Stitch
• Size H/8/5mm crochet hook without handle
(see Designer Tip on page 28) Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS): Insert hook from
• Locking stitch markers: 2 Last Stitch of Row
front through to back of work between vertical
• Tapestry needle bars of next st, yo, pull up a lp.
Shawl is worked in one piece from tip to tip.
GAUGE Tunisian Lace Diamond Pattern is worked
Before blocking: 19 TSS = 4 inches; 18 rows along right side of shawl, while a crescent
= 4 inches Tunisian simple stitch section shaped with
After blocking: 16 TSS = 4 inches; 14 rows = increases and decreases is worked at the
4 inches left side of shawl. A stitch marker separates
the diamond lace border from the crescent
PATTERN NOTES increase section and is moved up with each Tunisian Knit Stitch
When counting stitches it is best to count loops row. Once pattern is established, marker may
on the hook before working the return pass. be removed if desired. 2 Tunisian Simple Stitches together
Standard Return Pass is work loops off hook Bands of 2 Tunisian knit stitches with yarn-over (TSS2tog): Insert hook under front strands of
(see Special Stitches) and is used every row spaces beside them separate design elements next 2 vertical bars from right to left, yo, pull
unless otherwise stated. throughout this pattern. Tunisian knit stitches lp through.

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TSS next 3 stitches together (TSS3tog):

Insert hook under next 3 vertical bars at once When working the row
as if to TSS, YO, pull up lp through both bars. after a crossing row, it
can be difficult to see
Back bar increase (BBinc): TSS in back
where to put the hook. Pulling
vertical bar of st, TSS again in front vertical bar
up on the return pass chain in
of same st (as in standard TSS), 1 st increased.
this area will help to separate
Triple Increase (TRPinc): TSS in back vertical the stitches. Do not worry
bar of stitch, insert hook under back bump of if pulling these stitches up
horizontal bar above same stitch, yo, pull up stretches them out of shape—
lp, TSS again in front vertical bar of same stitch they will even back out.
(as in standard TSS), 2 sts increased.
4-st Right Cross Cable (4RC): Forward pass:
Using helper hook, TKS in next TKS in next 2 Row 6: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
sts, hold sts to back of work, sk next st (see st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS
note below), using main Tunisian hook, TKS in in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS in next 2 sts,
next TKS in next 2 sts, slide sts on helper hook BBinc, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk
to end of hook, and off onto Tunisian hook in next st, TSS2tog, TSS, yo, sk next st, TKS in
front of 2 sts just made, 4 sts crossed. next 2 sts. (26 sts)
Note: In Set-up row 2 only, DO NOT sk a st. Row 7: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS
PATTERN STITCH in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TFS, yo, sk next st,
Tunisian Lace Diamond Pattern TSS in next 2 sts, BBinc, yo, sk next st, TKS in
next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, yo, sk next
Row 1: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
st, TKS in next 2 sts. (27 sts)
st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, TKS in next 2 sts, yo,
sk next st, TSS2tog (see Special Stitches), TSS, Row 8: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next st,
TFS (see Special Stitches), yo, sk next st, TFS, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, TSS in
TSS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 next 2 sts, TFS, yo, sk next st, TFS, TSS in next
sts, work standard return pass (see Pattern 2 sts, TSS2tog, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts,
Notes). (21 sts) yo, sk next st, BBinc, yo, sk next st, TKS in next
Yarn over (YO): Wrap yarn over hook from 2 sts. (26 sts)
Row 2: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next st,
back to front. Wrap rem on hook and counts Row 9: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next st,
TKS in next 2 sts, yo, TFS, yo, TKS in next 2 sts,
as a st. TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, TSS
yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, TSS, TFS, TSS in next 3
Tunisian Full Stitch (TFS): Insert hook sts, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (22 sts) in next 2 sts, TFS, TSS in next 2 sts, TSS2tog,
through work from front to back under all yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st,
Row 3: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
strands of next horizontal bar, yo, pull lp BBinc, TSS, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TRPinc (see
through (see illustration). In this pattern, hook (25 sts)
Special Stitches), yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
is inserted under the horizontal bar in the sp Row 10: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
sts, yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, TSS in next 4 sts,
created by a YO (see Special Stitches) in the st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS2tog,
yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (23 sts)
previous row. TSS in next 3 sts, TSS2tog, yo, sk next st, TKS in
Row 4: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS in next 2
st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS,
sts, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (24 sts)
BBinc, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk
next st, TSS2tog, TSS in next 3 sts, yo, sk next Row 11: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
st, TKS in next 2 sts. (24 sts) st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS2tog,
TSS, TSS2tog, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts,
Row 5: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS in next 3 sts, yo, sk
Tunisian Full Stitch st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS
next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (23 sts)
in next 3 sts, BBinc, yo, sk next st, TKS in next
TKS next 2 stitches together (TKS2tog): 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, TSS in next 2 sts, Row 12: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next
Insert hook into next 2 sts at once as if to TKS, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (25 sts) st, TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS3tog
YO, pull up lp through both sts. (see Special Stitches), yo, sk next st, TKS in next

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 On e -Sk e i n Cr e sc e nt Sh awl

Move marker up with each row. Rows 45 & 46: Rep row 17.
A standard crochet
To right of marker: Row 47: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
hook is used as a
“helper hook” in Rows 3–184: Work Tunisian Lace Diamond across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
crossing the cables (like a Pattern 13 times. sts. (19 sts)
cable needle in knitting). A Rows 48 & 49: Rep row 17.
At the same time, to left of marker:
“knooking” style hook is
recommended, as its tapered Row 3: Work BBinc in last st. (2 sts) Row 50: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
end helps in sliding the stitches across to 2 sts before marker, TSS2tog next 2
Note: St counts given to left of first marker. TSS, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
off onto the main Tunisian
hook. However, any standard Row 4: Yo, TKS in next 2 sts. (3 sts) Rows 51–74: [Rep rows 45–50] 4 times. (23 sts)
crochet hook with a plain end
Row 5: Yo, TFS, yo, TKS in next 2 sts. (5 sts) Rows 75–77: Rep row 17.
may be used. Hooks with thick
handles or decorative ends are Row 6: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, yo, sk next st, Row 78: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
not appropriate. TKS in next 2 sts. (6 sts) across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
Row 7: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS, yo, sk next sts. (24 sts)
2 sts, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS in next 4 sts, st, TKS in next 2 sts. (7 sts) Rows 79–81: Rep row 17.
yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (22 sts)
Row 8: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS in next 2 Row 82: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
Row 13: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next sts, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (8 sts) across to 2 sts before marker, TSS2tog next 2
st, TKS in next 2 sts, sk next st, TSS, sk next st,
Row 9: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS in next st, TSS, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
TKS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS, yo,
sk next st, TSS in next 3 sts, yo, sk next st, TKS TSS2tog, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. Rows 83–90: Rep rows 75–82. (25 sts)
in next 2 sts. (21 sts) Row 10: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, 2 TSS, TSS2tog Rows 91–96: Rep row 17.
Row 14: TKS, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
st, 4RC, yo, sk next st, BBinc, TSS, yo, sk next Row 97: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
Place 2nd marker around return pass ch after
st, TFS, yo, sk next st, TSS in next 2 sts, yo, sk across to 1 st before marker, BBinc in next st,
TSS2tog and before yo space st. Move marker
next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (21 sts) yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
up in this position with each row.
Rows 98–100: Rep row 17.
S H AW L Row 11: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
Ch 19. across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 Row 101: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
sts. (9 sts) across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
Set-up Row 1: sts. (24 sts)
Row 12: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
A. Pull up a lp in back bump (see across to 2 sts before marker, TSS2tog next 2 Rows 102–104: Rep row 17.
illustration) of each ch across; TSS, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. (9 sts)
Rows 105–112: Rep rows 97–104. (23 sts)
Rows 13–16: [Rep rows 11–12] twice.
Row 113: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
(11 sts)
across to 1 st before marker, BBinc in next st,
Row 17: Yo, sk next st, work TSS across to yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
Back Bar of Chain marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
Rows 114 & 115: Rep row 17.
B. work lps off hook (see Special Stitches). Row 18: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
Row 116: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
Set-up Row 2: TKS (see Special Stitches), across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
sts. (12 sts)
yo, TSS (see Special Stitches), yo, sk next st, sts. (22 sts)
4RC (see Special Stitches), yo, sk next st, TSS in Row 19: Rep row 17.
Rows 117 & 118: Rep row 17.
next 3 sts, yo, sk next st, TSS, yo, sk next st, Row 20: Yo, sk next st, BBinc, work TSS
TSS in next 2 sts, yo, sk next st, TKS, BBinc Rows 119–142: [Rep rows 113–118] 4
across to 2 sts before marker, TSS2tog next 2
(see Special Stitches) in last st. (22 sts) times. (18 sts)
TSS, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
When 1 st in from left side, place first stitch Row 143: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
Rows 21–44: [Rep rows 17–20] 6 times.
marker around return pass ch—21 sts to right across to 1 st before marker, BBinc in next st,
(18 sts)
of marker, 1 st to left. yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
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When counting stitches,

it is recommended
to count the number
of loops on the hook before
working the return pass.

Row 144: Rep row 17.

Row 145: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
sts. (17 sts)
Row 146: Rep row 17.
Rows 147–170: [Rep rows 143–146] 6
times. (11 sts)
Row 171: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
across to 1 st before marker, BBinc in next st,
yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts.
Row 172: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, work TSS
across to marker, yo, sk next st, TKS in next 2
sts. (10 sts)
Rows 173–180: [Rep rows 171 and 172]
4 times. (6 sts)
Remove 2nd marker.
Row 181: Yo, sk next st, TSS2tog, yo, sk next
st, TKS in next 2 sts. (5 sts)
Row 182: Sk next st, TSS, sk next st, TKS in
next 2 sts. (3 sts) (end of Tunisian Lace Diamond Pattern row 7) at
Row 183: Sk next st, TKS in next 2 sts. decorative outer edge. C!
(2 sts)
Row 184: TKS2tog (see Special Stitches).
(1 st) 45"
8"
5"
Remove first marker; now working across
all sts.
131/2"

Row 185: TKS, TFS, TSS, TFS, TKS in next 4

sts, TFS, TSS in next 2 sts, TFS, TSS, TFS, TSS in
next 2 sts, TFS, TKS2tog, TKS.
BLOCKING
Row 186: Sl st in each st across, inserting
131/2"

DIMENSIONS FOR
hook as for TSS for previous TSS and as for TKS SHAWL
in previous TKS or TFS.
FINISHING
65"
Weave in ends. Wet-block aggressively to
schematic measurements, pinning smoothly
along inner curve and pinning out points only

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 motifs in minutes

Encore & Bravo

DESIGNS BY ELLEN GORMLEY

Tile motifs together to form larger projects like blankets or shawls.

E NCOR E PATTERN NOTES A

Refer to Stitch Diagram as needed.
INTERMEDIATE
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless
otherwise stated.
FINISHED MEASUREMENT
Chain-4 at beginning of round counts as first
43/4 inches in diameter
treble crochet unless otherwise stated. B
MATERIALS
SPECIAL STITCH
• Medium (worsted) weight
Single crochet join (sc join): Place slip knot
wool yarn:
on hook, insert hook in indicated st, yo and
31/2 oz/220 yds/100g each taupe
draw up a lp, yo and draw through both lps C
and cream
on hook.
• Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or size needed
to obtain gauge ENCORE
• Tapestry needle Rnd 1: With cream, ch 4, sl st in first ch to
form ring, ch 3 (counts as first tr), 17 tr in ring, Single Crochet Join
GAUGE
join (see Pattern Notes) in beg ch-3. Fasten off
Motif = 43/4 inches in diameter Rnd 2: With taupe, sc join (see Special
cream. (18 tr)
Take time to check gauge. Stitches) in any st, (ch 3, sc) in same st, sc in

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each of next 2 sts, *(sc, ch 3, sc) in next st, sc

in each of next 2 sts, rep from * 4 times, join in 4
first sc. (6 ch-3 sps, 24 sc)
Rnd 3: Sl st in first ch-3 sp, ch 4 (see Pattern
3
Notes), 4 tr in same sp, ch 3, *5 tr in next ch-3
sp, ch 3, rep from * around, join in top of beg 2
ch-4. Fasten off taupe. (30 tr, 6 ch-3 sps) 1

Rnd 4: With cream, sc join in 3rd tr of any

tr-5 group, (ch 3, sc) in same st, *sc in each of
next 2 sts, working behind next ch-3 sp, tr in
each of next 4 sc on rnd 2, sc in each of next 2
STITCH KEY
tr on rnd 3**, (sc, ch 3, sc) in next tr, rep from
Chain (ch)
* around, ending last rep at **, join in first sc.
Fasten off cream. Slip stitch (sl st)

Single crochet (sc)

B R AVO

INTERMEDIATE
Treble crochet (tr)

Encore
FINISHED MEASUREMENT Motif Stitch Diagram
43/4 inches in diameter Note: Reps shown in gray.

MATERIALS Treble crochet join (tr join): Place slip knot 3-treble crochet cluster (3-tr cl): Holding
• Medium (worsted) weight on hook, yo twice, insert hook in indicated st, back last lp of each tr on hook, 3 tr in indicated
wool yarn: yo and draw up a lp, [yo and draw through st, yo and draw through all 4 lps on hook.
31/2 oz/220 yds/100g each taupe 2 lps on hook] 3 times.
B R AVO
and cream
A Rnd 1: With taupe, ch 4, sl st in first ch to
• Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or size needed
form ring, ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), 11 dc in
to obtain gauge
ring, join (see Pattern Notes) in top of beg
• Tapestry needle
ch-2. (12 dc)
GAUGE
Rnd 2: (Ch 2, 2 dc) in first st (counts as first
Motif = 43/4 inches in diameter
B 3-dc cl), ch 2, sk next st, 3-dc cl (see Special
Take time to check gauge. Stitches), ch 5, [3-dc cl in next st, ch 2, sk next
st, 3-dc cl in next st, ch 5] 3 times, join in top
PATTERN NOTES
of first 3-dc cl. (8 3-dc cl, 4 ch-5 sps, 4 ch-2 sps)
Refer to Stitch Diagram as needed.
Chain-2 at beginning of round counts as first Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc in next cl, 2 sc in next ch-2
double crochet unless otherwise stated. sp, sc in next cl, 5 sc in next ch-5 sp, rep from *
around, join in first sc. Fasten off taupe. (36 sc)
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless C
otherwise stated. Rnd 4: With cream, sc join (see Special
Stitches) in middle sc of any 5-sc corner, 2 sc in
SPECIAL STITCHES same st, *sc in each of next 8 sc, 3 sc in next
3-double crochet cluster (3-dc cl): Holding sc, rep from * 2 times, sc in last 8 sc, join in
back last lp of each dc on hook, 2 dc in indicated first sc. Fasten off cream. (44 sc)
st, yo and draw through all 3 lps on hook.
Rnd 5: With taupe, tr join (see Special
Single crochet join (sc join): Place slip knot
Stitches) in middle sc of any 3-sc corner,
on hook, insert hook in indicated st, yo and
holding back last lp of each st on hook, 2 tr in
draw up a lp, yo and draw through both lps on
Treble Crochet Join
hook (see illustration on page 30). C O N T I N U E D O N PA G E 79

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Bobbles &
Asymmetrical Shells
DESIGNS BY ANNIE’S

Practice these stitches and dream of all the projects you can create!

BOB B L E S PAT T E R N both ch-1 sps, bobble in sk foundation ch 3

PAT T E R N N O T E S Row 1 (RS): Ch multiple of 12 plus 6, beg rows below, rep from * across to last 2 dc, sc in
Refer to Stitch Diagram as needed. with a minimum of 30 chs, sc in 2nd ch from each of last 2 dc, turn.
hook and in next ch, ch 1, sk next ch, *sc in
Chain-3 at beginning of row counts as first Row 4: Ch 3, dc in each of next 3 sts, *ch 1,
each of next 11 chs, ch 1, sk next ch, rep from *
double crochet unless otherwise stated. sk next ch-1 sp, dc in each of next 7 sts, ch 1, sk
across to last 2 chs, sc in each of last 2 chs, turn.
next ch-1 sp, dc in each of next 3 sts, rep from
SPECIAL STITCH
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in next sc, * across to last sc, dc in last sc, turn.
Bobble: Working in front of ch sp and holding
ch 1, *dc in each of next 11 sc, ch 1, rep from *
back last lp of Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each of first 4 dc, *working
across to last 2 sc, dc in each of last 2 sc, turn.
each st on hook, over both ch-1 sps, bobble in sk st 3 rows
5 tr in indicated Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each of first 2 dc, working below, sc in next dc, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in each
st or sp, yo and over both ch-1 sps, bobble (see Special Stitch) of next 3 dc, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in next dc,
draw through all in sk foundation ch 3 rows below, *sc in next working over both ch-1 sps, bobble in sk st
6 lps on hook. dc, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in each of next 7 dc, 3 rows below, sc in each of next 3 dc, rep from
Bobble Stitch ch 1, sk next dc, sc in next dc, working over * across to last st, sc in last st, turn.

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14

Row 6: Ch 3, dc in each of next 5 sts, *ch 1,

13
dc in each of next 3 sts, ch 1**, dc in each of
next 7 sts, rep from * across, ending last rep at 12
**, dc in each of last 6 sts, turn.
11
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each of first 6 dc, *working
10
over both ch-1 sps, bobble in sk st 3 rows
below, sc in next dc, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in next 9
dc, working over both ch-1 sps, bobble in sk
st 3 rows below**, sc in each of next 7 dc, rep 8

from * across, ending last rep at **, sc in each 7

of last 6 dc, turn.
6
Row 8: Ch 3, dc in each of next 7 sts, ch 1,
*dc in each of next 11 sts, ch 1**, rep from * 5

across, ending last rep at **, dc in each of last 4

8 sts, turn.
3
Row 9: Ch 1, sc in each of first 6 dc, *ch 1, sk
next dc, sc in next dc, working over both ch-1 2

sps, bobble in sk st 3 rows below, sc in next dc,

1
ch 1, sk next dc**, sc in each of next 7 dc, rep
from * across, ending last rep at **, sc in each
Bobbles
of last 6 sts, turn. Reduced Sample of Stitch Diagram
Note: Reps shown in gray.
Row 10: Rep row 6. STITCH KEY

Row 11: Ch 1, sc in each of first 4 dc, *ch 1, Row 13: Ch 1, sc in each of first 2 dc, ch 1, sk Chain (ch)

sk next dc, sc in next dc, working over both next dc, sc in next dc, *working over both ch-1 Single crochet (sc)
ch-1 sps, bobble in sk st 3 rows below, sc in sps, bobble in sk st 3 rows below, sc in each of
each of next 3 dc, working over both ch-1 sps, next 7 dc, working over both ch-1 sps, bobble Double crochet (dc)
bobble in sk st 3 rows below, sc in next dc, in sk st 3 rows below, sc in next dc, ch 1, sk
ch 1, sk next dc, sc in each of next 3 dc, rep next dc, sc in next dc, rep from * across to last
from * across to last dc, sc in last dc, turn. dc, sc in last dc, turn. Bobble

Row 12: Rep row 4. Rep rows 2–13 for pattern.

A S Y M M E T R ICA L Row 2: Ch 5 (see Pattern Notes), 2 dc in first st, STITCH KEY

SHELLS *sk next 2 ch-2 sps, (2 dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc, ch 1, Chain (ch)
dc in next dc, ch 1, (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next dc**, rep
PAT T E R N N O T E S
from * across, ending last rep at **, sk next 2 ch-2 Double crochet (dc)
Refer to Stitch Diagram as needed.
sps, (2 dc, ch 2, dc) in 3rd ch of beg ch-5, turn.
Chain-5 at beginning of row counts as first
Rep row 2 for pattern. C!
double crochet and chain-2 space unless
otherwise stated.
3
PAT T E R N
Row 1: Ch multiple of 10 plus 12, 2 dc in 6th
2
ch from hook (sk chs count as dc and ch-2 sp),
*sk next 5 chs, (2 dc, ch 2, dc) in next ch**,
1
ch 1, sk next ch, dc in next ch, ch 1, sk next ch,
(dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch, rep from * across,
ending last rep at **, turn. Asymmetrical Shells
Reduced Sample of Stitch Diagram
Note: Reps shown in gray.

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SIZED TO

6X

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 Boho Tunic
D E S I G N B Y JA I M E PAY N E

An easy-to-stitch tunic that can be worn year-round simply by

changing what you wear underneath!

EASY Chain-3 at beginning of rows counts as first shell, ch 3, (tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in same sp, shell in
treble crochet unless otherwise stated. each ch sp of next 15 [17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29,
FINISHED SIZES Join with slip stitch where indicated unless 31, 33] shells, with RS of Back Bodice facing,
Instructions given fit size X-small; changes otherwise stated. sk first 6 shells on Back, shell in each ch sp of
for small, medium, large, X-large, 2X-large, next 15 [17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31, 33] shells,
3X-large, 4X-large, 5X-large and 6X-large SPECIAL STITCHES join in beg ch-3 to complete rnd. (30 [34, 38,
are in [ ]. Shell: (2 tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in indicated st or sp. 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66] shells)
V-stitch (V-st): (tr, ch 1, tr) in indicated st Rnd 2: Turn, sl st in ch-1 sp of first shell,
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
or sp. ch 3, (tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in same sp, shell in each
Bust: 32 [34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62,
66] inches shell sp around, join in top of beg ch-3.
T U N IC
Length: 32 [33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, Rnds 3–5: Rep rnd 2.
41] inches B AC K B O D IC E
Row 1: Loosely ch 115 [123, 131, 139, 147, Rnd 6: Turn, sl st in ch-1 sp of first shell,
MATERIALS 155, 163, 171, 179, 187]. Use a larger hook if ch 3, (tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in same sp, tr in gap
• Universal Yarn Bamboo Pop light needed. Tr in 4th ch from hook (this counts as between current shell and next shell, *shell
(DK) weight cotton/bamboo yarn first and 2nd tr), tr in each ch across. (113 [121, in next shell sp, tr in gap between current
(31/2 oz/292 yds/100g per ball): 129, 137, 145, 153, 161, 169, 177, 185] tr) shell and next shell, rep from * around, join
5 [6, 7, 9, 9, 10, 10, 11, 11, 12] balls in top of beg ch-3. (30 [34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54,
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), turn, tr in 58, 62, 66] shells, 30 [34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58,
#120 graphite
same st, *sk next 3 sts**, shell (see Special 62, 66] tr)
• Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or size
Stitches) in next st, rep from * across, ending
needed to obtain gauge Rnd 7: Turn, sl st in first tr, ch 4 (counts as tr,
final rep at **, 2 tr in last st. (27 [29, 31, 33, 35,
• 1/4–1/2-inch decorative buttons: 4 ch 1), tr in same st, shell in next shell sp, *V-st
37, 39, 41, 43, 45] shells, 4 tr)
• Tapestry needle (see Special Stitches) in next tr, shell in shell;
Row 3: Ch 3, turn, tr in same st, *shell in rep from * around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4.
GAUGE
ch-1 sp of next shell; rep from * across, ending (30 [34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66] shells, 30
16 tr = 4 inches; 4 shells = 4 inches; 7 shell
with 2 tr in last st. [34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66] V-sts)
rows = 4 inches
Rep row 3 until piece measures 8 [81/2, 9, Rnd 8: Turn, (sl st, ch 3, tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in first
PATTERN NOTES 91/2, 10, 101/2, 11, 111/2, 12, 121/2] inches from ch sp, V-st in next V-st sp, *shell in next shell
Garment is worked from the top down by starting ch. Fasten off. sp, V-st in next V-st, rep from * around, join in
working front and back separately in two
F RO N T B O D IC E top of beg ch-3.
pieces down to the beginning of the body part.
The body is worked in the round joining front Work as for Back Bodice. Rnd 9: Turn, (sl st, ch 4, tr) in first ch sp,
piece to back piece as you work. Length can B O DY shell in next shell, *V-st in next V-st sp, shell
be adjusted by eliminating or adding rows to Working in the round, you will be joining the in next shell sp, rep from * around, join in 3rd
Body section. Front Bodice to the Back as you work. ch of beg ch-4.
Sleeves can be sewn shut on top if desired; Rep rnds 8 and 9 until piece measures 31
Rnd 1: With RS of Front Bodice facing, sk 6
add more buttons to sleeve opening if desired. [32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40] inches from
shells, join (see Pattern Notes) in ch sp of 7th

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starting ch, ending with a rnd 9. Adjust length

here if needed by eliminating or adding
rnds, the bottom edge will add 1 inch to the
final length.
Bottom Edge
Rnd 1: Turn, (sl st, ch 3, 7 tr) in first ch sp,
sc in next V-st sp, *8 tr in next shell sp, sc in
next V-st sp, rep from * around, join in top of
beg ch-3.
Rnd 2: Turn, (sl st, ch 4) in first tr, [tr in next
tr, ch 1] 6 times, tr in next tr, *[tr in next tr,
ch 1] 7 times, tr in next tr, rep from * around,
join in top of beg ch-3.
Rnd 3: Turn, sl st in next tr, sl st in next
ch sp, ch 1, sc in same ch sp, [ch 1, sc
in next ch sp] 5 times, sk next 2 tr,
*[sc in next ch sp, ch 1] 5 times,
sc in next ch sp, sk next 2 tr, rep
from * around, join in first sc.
Fasten off.
FINISHING
Sew underarm sleeve
seam from outside edge
to first set of shells.
Buttons
Sew tog the outer edge of each sleeve with a
1/4–1/2-inch seam in from edge depending on
the size buttons you are using. Measure 71/2
[8, 9, 91/2, 91/2, 91/2, 10, 10, 101/2, 101/2] inches 281/4 [301/4, 321/4, 341/4, 361/4, 381/4, 401/4, 421/4, 441/4, 461/4]"
8 [81/2, 9, 91/2, 10, 101/2, 11, 111/2, 12, 121/2]"

from outer sleeve edge toward center of neck

32 [33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41]"

and sew tog Front and Back with a 1/4–1/2-

inch seam. Additional Buttons can be added
between these two spots as desired.
Edgings
Join in any st of Back Bodice, ch 1, sc evenly BODY
around neck opening, join in first sc.
Fasten off.
Rep sc edging around armhole openings.
Sew on buttons.
Weave in all loose ends. Steam-block to open
up the sts and relax the yarn. C! 32 [34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66]"

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Mandarin
Magic SIZED TO

2X
DESIGN BY MELISSA LEAPMAN

Add elegance to your

winter wardrobe with this
sophisticated yet practical
lightweight coat.

INTERMEDIATE

FINISHED SIZES
Instructions given fit woman’s size small;
changes for medium, large, X-large and
2X-large are in [ ].

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust: 33 inches (small) [38 inches (medium),
421/2 inches (large), 47 inches (X-large), 513/4
inches (2X-large)]
Length: 221/2 inches (small) [23 inches
(medium), 231/2 inches (large), 24 inches
(X-large), 241/2 inches (2X-large)]

MATERIALS
• Berroco Blackstone Tweed medium
(worsted) weight wool/mohair/
angora yarn (13/4 oz/130 yds/100g per ball):
11 [12, 13, 13, 14] balls #2669 plum
• Sizes G/6/4mm and H/8/5mm crochet hooks
or size needed to obtain gauge
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
GAUGE
Pattern Stitch with size H hook: 14 sts =
4 inches; 12 rows = 4 inches
Take time to check gauge.

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PATTERN NOTES leaving last 4 [5, 6,

Chain-2 at beginning of row counts as first half 7, 8] sts unworked,
double crochet unless otherwise stated. turn. (50 [56, 62, 68,
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless 74] hdc)
otherwise stated. Next row: Sl st in
each of first 3 [3, 4, 4,
PATTERN STITCH
5] sts, ch 2, work in
Row 1 (RS): Sc in 3rd ch from hook (first 2
Pattern Stitch across,
sk chs count as first hdc), [dc in next ch, sc in
leaving last 2 [2, 3,
next ch] across to last 2 chs, ending with dc in
3, 4] sts unworked,
next ch, hdc in last ch, turn.
turn. (46 [52, 56, 62,
Row 2: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), [sc in next 66] hdc)
dc, dc in next sc] across, ending with hdc in
top of turning ch-2, turn. Next rows: Dec
1 st at each end of
Rep row 2 for Pattern Stitch.
every row 1 [3, 4, 6,
JAC K E T 7] time(s). (44 [46, 48,
Back 50, 52] hdc at end of
Row 1: With size H hook, ch 59 [67, 75, 83, last row)
91], work row 1 of Pattern Stitch (see Pattern
Next rows: Work
Stitch) across, turn. (58 [66, 74, 82, 90] hdc)
even in Pattern Stitch
Next rows: Work even in Pattern Stitch until piece measures
until piece measures 1 inch from beg. 221/2 [23, 231/2, 24,
241/2] inches from beg.
Shape Waist
At end of last row,
Next row (dec): Ch 2, hdc dec (see Stitch
fasten off.
Guide) in next 2 sts, work in Pattern Stitch ending with a WS row. Marker should be on
across to last 3 sts, hdc dec in next 2 sts, hdc in Left Front right edge for RS row.
last st, turn. (56 [64, 72, 80, 88] hdc) Row 1: With size H hook, ch 33 [37, 41, 45,
Armhole Shaping
49], work row 1 of Pattern Stitch. (32 [36, 40,
Next 10 rows: Dec 1 st at each side every Next row (RS): Sl st in each of first 5 [6, 7,
44, 48] hdc)
6th row once, then every 4th row once. (52 [60, 9, 10] sts, ch 2, work in Pattern Stitch across,
68, 76, 84] hdc) Next rows: Work in Pattern Stitch until turn. (28 [31, 34, 36, 39] hdc)
piece measures 1 inch from beg. Place locking
Next rows: Continue to work even in Next row: Work in Pattern Stitch across,
st marker on right edge of piece to indicate
Pattern Stitch until piece measures 7 inches leaving last 2 [2, 3, 3, 4] sts unworked, turn.
where Armhole Shaping will be worked.
from beg, ending with a WS row. (26 [29, 31, 33, 35] hdc)
Shape Waist
Shape Bust Next rows: Dec 1 st at Armhole edge every
Next row: Dec 1 st at Armhole edge
Next row (inc): Ch 2, hdc in st at base of row 1 [3, 4, 5, 6] time(s). (25 [26, 27, 28, 29] hdc
every 6th row once, then every 4th row once.
ch, work in Pattern Stitch across, ending with at end of last row)
(30 [34, 38, 42, 46] hdc at end of last row)
2 hdc in last st, turn.
Next rows: Work even in Pattern Stitch
Next rows: Continue to work even in
Next 10 rows: Inc 1 st each side every 2nd until piece measures 191/2 [20, 201/2, 21, 211/2]
Pattern Stitch until piece measures 7 inches
row twice, then every 6th row once. (58 [66, inches from beg, ending with a RS row.
from beg, ending with WS row.
74, 82, 90] hdc)
Neck Shaping
Shape Bust
Next rows: Work even in Pattern Stitch Next row: Sl st in each of first 7 sts, ch 2,
Next row: Inc 1 st at Armhole edge every
until piece measures 151/2 inches from beg, work in Pattern Stitch across, turn. (19 [20, 21,
4th row once, then every 6th row once. (32 [36,
ending with a WS row. 22, 23] hdc)
40, 44, 48] hdc)
Armhole Shaping Next row: Work in Pattern Stitch across,
Next rows: Work even in Pattern Stitch
Next row (RS): Sl st in each of first 5 [6, leaving last 3 sts unworked, turn. (16 [17, 18,
until piece measures 151/2 inches from beg,
7, 8, 9] sts, ch 2, work in Pattern Stitch across, 19, 20] hdc)

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Next row: Sl st in each of first 4 sts, ch 2, Right-Side Cuff Next row: Rep last row. Fasten off.
work in Pattern Stitch across, turn. (13 [14, 15, Work same as Left-Side Cuff except reverse
FINISHING
16, 17] hdc) all shaping.
Sew shoulder seams, leaving center 24 sts
Next rows: Dec 1 st at neck edge every Joining Cuffs open for back neck opening.
row 3 times. (10 [11, 12, 13, 14] hdc at end of With RS of both Cuffs facing, join (see Pattern
Neckband
last row) Notes) in first st, work in Pattern Stitch across
Row 1: With RS facing and size G hook,
first Cuff, ch 1 tightly, work in Pattern Stitch
Next rows: Work even until piece measures join with sc to Right Front neck edge, evenly
across 2nd Cuff, turn. (35 [38, 38, 42, 42] hdc)
same as Back to shoulders. At end of last row, sp 67 [69, 71, 73, 75] sc across to opposite neck
fasten off. Sleeve Body edge, turn.
Next rows: Sk ch 1 on first row, work in
Right Front Next rows: Work in Pattern Stitch until
Pattern Stitch and at same time, inc 1 st on
Work same as Left Front except reverse Neckband measures 4 inches from beg. At end
each end of every other row 0 [0, 0, 2, 6] times,
all shaping. of last row, fasten off.
every 4th row 1 [4, 7, 6, 4] time(s) and then
Sleeve every 6th row 4 [2, 0, 0, 0] times. (45 [49, 51, Fold Neckband in half with WS tog, loosely
Make 2. 55, 59] hdc at end of last row) sew in place on WS.

Left-Side Cuff Next rows: Work even in Pattern Stitch Front Edging
Row 1: With size H hook, ch 23 [25, 25, 27, until piece measures 121/2 inches from beg, Row 1: With RS facing and size G hook,
27], work row 1 of Pattern Stitch. (22 [24, 24, ending with WS row. evenly sp sc along Left Front edge, working
26, 26] hdc) through both thicknesses of Neckband, do
Shape Cap not turn.
Row 2: Work even in Pattern Stitch. Next row: Sl st in each of first 5 [6, 7, 8, 9]
sts, ch 2, work in Pattern Stitch across, leaving Row 2: Ch 1, working from left to right,
Row 3: Work in Pattern Stitch across to last reverse sc (see Stitch Guide) in each st across.
last 4 [5, 6, 7, 8] sts unworked, turn. (37 [39,
3 sts, hdc dec in next 2 sts, hdc in last st, turn. Fasten off.
39, 41, 43] hdc)
(21 [23, 23, 25, 25] hdc)
Rep on Right Front edge.
Next row: Dec 1 st at each end of every
Row 4: Ch 2, hdc dec in next 2 sts, work in
other row 3 [4, 5, 6, 6] times, then every row 6 A S S E M B LY
Pattern Stitch across, turn. (20 [22, 22, 24,
[6, 5, 5, 6] times. (19 [19, 19, 19, 19] hdc at end Fold 1 Sleeve in half lengthwise, place fold at
24] hdc)
of last row) shoulder seam, sew in place.
Rows 5 & 6: Rep rows 3 and 4. (18 [20, 20, Rep with rem Sleeve.
Next row: Sl st in each of first 3 sts, ch 2,
22, 22] hdc)
work in Pattern Stitch across, leaving last 2 sts Sew side and Sleeve seams. C!
Row 7: Rep row 3. Fasten off. (17 [19, 19, 21, unworked, turn. (15 [15, 15, 15, 15] hdc)
21] hdc)

121/2 [131/2, 14, 141/2, 15]"

7" 23/4 [31/4, 31/2, 33/4, 4]" 23/4 [31/4, 31/2, 33/4, 4]"
7 [71/2, 8, 81/2, 9]"

7 [71/2, 8, 81/2, 9]"

7 [71/2, 8, 81/2, 9]"

3"

3"
22 /2 [23, 23 /2, 24, 24 /2]"

221/2 [23, 231/2, 24, 241/2]"

221/2 [23, 231/2, 24, 241/2]"

5 [51/2, 6, 61/2, 7]"

1

171/2 [18, 181/2, 19, 191/2]"

1

BACK
RIGHT LEFT
FRONT FRONT SLEEVE
151/2"

151/2"
151/2"

121/2"

161/2 [19, 211/2, 231/2, 26]" 9 [101/4, 111/2, 121/2, 133/4]" 9 [101/4, 111/2, 121/2, 133/4]" 121/2 [13, 13, 133/4, 133/4]"

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SIZED TO

2X
Diane
Vest
DESIGN BY KRISTI SIMPSON

Easy stitching and

construction make this
classic vest an ideal
first garment.

EASY

FINISHED SIZES
Instructions given fit woman’s small; changes
for medium, large, X-large and 2X-large are
in [ ].

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust with Fronts crossed but open: 331/2
inches (small) [371/2 inches (medium), 41
inches (large), 45 inches (X-large), 49 inches
(2X-large)]
Length: 191/4 inches (small) [203/4 inches
(medium), 221/2 inches (large), 25 inches
(X-large), 261/2 inches (2X-large)]

MATERIALS
• Omega Escarcha super fine
(fingering) weight acrylic yarn
(31/2 oz/459 yds/100g per skein):
4 [4, 5, 5, 5] skeins #9890 gray
• Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or size
needed to obtain gauge
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
GAUGE
In pattern: 16 sts = 33/4 inches; 10 rows =
4 inches
Take time to check gauge.

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PATTERN NOTES Row 5: Ch 2, dc in lower horizontal bar in
Weave in ends as work progresses. each st across, ending with dc in gap between
Chain-2 at beginning of row does not count as last st and beg ch-2, turn.
first stitch unless otherwise stated. Row 6: Ch 1, sc in each st across, ending with
Last stitch of each row is worked between sc in top of beg ch-2, turn.
beginning chain-2 and second-to-last stitch. Rep rows 2–5 until work measures
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless approximately 533/4 [591/4, 641/2, 711/2, 761/2]
otherwise stated. inches, ending with a row of sc. Fasten off.
VEST Mark the middle row with a stitch marker to
Back indicate center of back Collar.
Row 1 (RS): Ch 72 [80, 88, 96, 104], hdc in A S S E M B LY
3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. Line up center stitch marker from Fronts and
(70, [78, 86, 94, 102] sts) Back; use stitch markers to evenly secure in
Place marker between 2 center sts of row 1 to place and sew tog with invisible seam (see
indicate center Back. illustration) using tapestry needle.
Row 2: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), dc in lower
horizontal bar (see illustration) of each st
across, ending with dc in gap between last
hdc and beg ch-2 (see Pattern Notes), turn.
Edging
Row 1: With WS facing, join (see Pattern
Notes) in bottom corner of Front, ch 2, hdc
evenly in each st across, turn.
Back Bar of
Half Double Crochet Row 2: Ch 2, dc in lower horizontal bar in
Row 3: Ch 2, hdc in each st across, ending each st across, ending with dc in gap between
with hdc in gap between last dc and beg ch-2, last hdc and beg ch-2, turn.
Invisible Seam
turn. Row 3: Ch 2, hdc in each st across, ending
Mark the Back and corresponding edge of
Row 4: Ch 2, dc in lower horizontal bar in with hdc in gap between last dc and beg
Front leaving 61/2 [7, 71/2, 8, 81/2] inches from
each st across, ending with dc in gap between ch-2, turn.
top seam to mark the underarm on each side.
last hdc and beg ch-2, turn. Line up the side edge to Back and secure with Row 4: Ch 1, sc in lower horizontal bar in
Rep rows 3 and 4 until Back measures 181/2 markers, using the tapestry needle to seam each st across, ending with sc in top of beg
[201/4, 22, 241/2, 26] inches, ending with a sides tog. ch-2. Fasten off. C!
row 3. Fasten off.
181/2 [201/4, 22, 241/2, 26]" 141/2 [15, 15, 151/2, 16]"

Fronts & Collar 533/4 [591/4, 641/2, 711/2, 761/2]"

Row 1: Ch 59 [61, 61, 63, 65], sc in 2nd ch
from hook and in each ch across, turn. (58 [60,
60, 62, 64] sts) FRONTS & COLLAR
Row 2: Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in lower horizontal bar in
each st across, ending with dc in gap between
last st and beg ch-2, turn. BACK

Row 4: Ch 2, hdc in each st across, ending

with hdc in gap between last st and beg
ch-2, turn. 163/4 [183/4, 201/2, 221/2, 241/2]"

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Turning Leaf Vest

D E S I G N BY J I L L H A N R AT T Y

Add spice to autumn with this quick vest—

then let it flavor your wardrobe all year round!

INTERMEDIATE Chain-4 at beginning of row counts as first VEST

treble crochet unless otherwise stated. U P P E R B AC K
FINISHED SIZES Beginning shell and End shell count as Row 1 (RS): Ch 40 [40, 40, 52, 52, 52],
Instructions given fit size small; changes for half-shells. 2 dc in 4th ch from hook (see Pattern Notes),
medium, large, X-large, 2X-large and 3X-large *sk next 2 chs, sc in next ch, sk next 2 chs**,
(Beginning shell, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in
are in [ ]. shell (see Special Stitches) in next ch, rep from
first stitch counts as a shell.
* across, ending last rep at **, end shell (see
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS SPECIAL STITCHES Special Stitches) in last ch, turn. (5 [5, 5, 7, 7, 7]
Bust: 34 inches (small) [381/2 inches (medium), Beginning shell (beg shell): Ch 3, 2 dc as shells, 2 half-shells)
43 inches (large), 471/2 inches (X-large), 52 indicated in instructions.
inches (2X-large), 561/2 inches (3X-large)] Row 2: Beg shell (see Special Stitches) in
Shell: (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) as indicated
Length: 39 inches (small) [39 inches (medium), first dc, sk next 2 dc, *bptr (see Stitch Guide)
in instructions.
39 inches (large), 41 inches (X-large), 41 inches around next sc**, sk next 3 dc, shell in next
End shell: 3 dc as indicated in instructions. ch-2 sp, sk next 3 dc, rep from * across, ending
(2X-large), 41 inches (3X-large)]
Treble crochet 2 together (tr2tog): [Yo last rep at **, sk next 2 dc, end shell in 3rd ch
MATERIALS twice, insert hook in st indicated, yo, pull up of beg ch-3, turn.
• Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK lp, {yo, draw through 2 lps} twice] twice, yo,
Rows 3–6 [3–6, 3–6, 3–8, 3–8, 3–8]:
light (DK) weight bamboo/wool draw through 3 lps on hook.
[Work Pattern Rows 1 and 2 (see Pattern
yarn (13/4 oz/104 yds/50g per ball): Medium shell (med shell): (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) Stitch) alternately] 2 [2, 2, 3, 3, 3] times.
9 [9, 10, 11, 12, 13] balls #126 as indicated in instructions.
rocking horse Row 7 [7, 7, 9, 9, 9]: (Beg shell, ch 2,
Large shell (lg shell): (3 dc, ch 5, 3 dc) as
• Size K/101/2/6.5mm crochet hook or size 3 dc) in first dc (see Pattern Notes), work in
indicated in instructions.
needed to obtain gauge established pattern to last st, shell in 3rd ch of
• Tapestry needle PAT T E R N S T I T C H beg ch-3, fasten off. (7 [7, 7, 9, 9, 9] shells)
• 7/8-inch or 1-inch button: 1 Pattern
Back Neckline
• Sewing needle and thread Row 1 (RS): Beg shell in first dc, sk next 2 dc, Row 1: On RS, working along opposite edge
GAUGE *fptr (see Stitch Guide) around next tr**, sk of foundation ch, join (see Pattern Notes) in
In Pattern Stitch: next 3 dc, shell in next ch-2 sp, sk next 3 dc, first ch, beg shell in first ch, *sk next 2 chs,
rep from * across, ending last rep at **, sk next fptr around next Upper Back row 1 sc, sk next
2 (shell, fptr) = 41/2 inches; 4 rows = 4 inches
2 dc, end shell in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn. 2 chs**, shell in next ch, rep from * across,
PATTERN NOTES Row 2 (WS): Beg shell in first dc, sk next 2 dc, ending last rep at **, end shell in last ch, turn.
Vest is made in one piece. *bptr around next tr**, sk next 3 dc, shell in (5 [5, 5, 7, 7, 7] shells, 2 half-shells)
2 double crochet in 4th chain from hook counts next ch-2 sp, sk next 3 dc, rep from * across,
Left Shoulder
as beginning shell. ending last rep at **, sk next 2 dc, end shell in
Row 1 (WS): Beg shell in first dc, sk next 2
3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
Chain-3 at beginning of row counts as first dc, [*bptr around next tr, sk next 3 dc*, shell in
double crochet unless otherwise stated. next ch-2 sp, sk next 3 dc] 1 [1, 1, 2, 2, 2] time(s),
Join with slip stitch unless otherwise indicated. rep between * once, end shell in next ch-2 sp,
turn. (1 [1, 1, 2, 2, 2] shells, 2 half-shells)

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[Work Pattern Rows 1 and 2 alternately] 3 [3, SIZED TO
3, 4, 4, 4] times.
Row 8 [8, 8, 10, 10, 10]: (Beg shell, ch 2,
3X
3 dc) in first dc, work in established pattern to
last st, shell in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off.
(3 [3, 3, 4, 4, 4] shells)
Right Shoulder
Row 1 (WS): On WS of Back Neckline, sk 1
unworked ch-2 sp from Left Shoulder, join in
next ch-2 sp, beg shell in same ch-2 sp, work
in established pattern across. (1 [1, 1, 2, 2, 2]
shell(s), 2 half-shells)
Rows 2–8 [2–8, 2–8, 2–10, 2–10,
2–10]: Rep instructions for Left Shoulder. At
end of last row, turn, do not fasten off. (3 [3, 3,
4, 4, 4] shells)
B O DY
S I Z E S M A L L O N LY
Row 1: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), sk next 2 dc,
shell in next ch-2 sp, *continue working Pattern
Row 2 across to last 3 dc, sk next 2 dc*, tr2tog
(see Special Stitches) in 3rd ch of beg ch-3 and
first dc on WS of Upper Back, rep from * to *
once, tr2tog in 3rd ch of beg ch-3 and first dc on
WS of Left Shoulder, rep from * to * once, tr in
3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn. (13 shells)
Row 2: (Beg shell, tr) in first tr, work Pattern
Row 1 across to last st, (tr, end shell) in 4th ch
of beg ch-4, turn. (13 shells, 2 half-shells)
S I Z E S M E D I U M , L A RG E ,
X- L A RG E , 2 X- L A RG E &
3 X- L A RG E O N LY
Row [1]: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), sk next 2 dc,
shell in next ch-2 sp, *continue working Pattern
Row 2 across to last 3 dc, sk next 2 dc, tr in 3rd
ch of beg ch-3*, ch [5, 11, 5, 11, 17], tr in first
dc on WS of Upper Back, rep from * to * once,
ch [5, 11, 5, 11, 17], tr in first dc on WS of Left
Shoulder, rep from * to * once, turn. ([13, 13, 17,
17, 17] shells)
SIZE S M EDIUM &
X- L A RG E O N LY
Row [2]: (Beg shell, tr) in first tr, *work
Pattern Row 1 across to last tr before ch-5 sp,
tr in last tr, sk next 2 chs, shell in next ch, sk
next 2 chs, tr in next tr*, rep between * once,
 work Pattern Row 1 to last st, (tr, end shell) next (ch-2 sp, sc, ch-2 sp), fptr around next tr,
in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn. ([15, 19] shells, sk next 3 dc, rep from * across, ending last rep
2 half-shells) at **, tr in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn. (15 [17, 19,
21, 23, 25] shells, 14 [16, 18, 20, 22, 24] ch-3 sps)
S I Z E S L A RG E , 2 X- L A RG E &
3 X- L A RG E O N LY Rows 4–6: Rep rows 2 and 3, once. Rep row
Row [2]: (Beg shell, tr) in first tr, *work 2 once more.
Pattern Row 1 across to last tr before [ch-11
Row 7: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, *med shell (see
sp, ch-11 sp, ch-17 sp], tr in last tr, [**sk next 2
Special Stitches) in next ch sp, sk next 3 dc**,
chs, shell in next ch, sk next 2 chs**, tr in next
fptr around next tr, ch 5, sk next (ch-2 sp, sc,
ch] [1, 1, 2] time(s), rep between ** once, tr in
ch-2 sp), fptr around next tr, sk next 3 dc, rep
next tr, rep from * once, work Pattern Row 1
from * across, ending last rep at **, tr in 4th
to last st, (tr, end shell) in 4th ch of beg ch-4,
ch of beg ch-4, turn. (15 [17, 19, 21, 23, 25] med
turn. ([17, 21, 23] shells, 2 half-shells)
shells, 14 [16, 18, 20, 22, 24] ch-5 sps)
ALL SIZES
Row 8: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, *med shell in next
Rows 3–5: Work Pattern Row 2 once. Work
ch-3 sp, sk next 3 dc**, bptr around next tr,
Pattern Rows 1 and 2 once.
ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, bptr around next tr,
Row 6: (Beg shell, ch 2, 3 dc) in first dc, work sk next 3 dc, rep from * across, ending last rep at
Pattern Row 1 to last st, shell in 3rd ch of beg **, tr in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn. (15 [17, 19, 21,
ch-3, turn. (15 [17, 19, 21, 23, 25] shells) 23, 25] med shells, 14 [16, 18, 20, 22, 24] sc)
Row 7: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, work Pattern Row Rows 9–14: [Rep rows 7 and 8 alternately]
2 to last 3 sts, sk next 2 dc, tr in 3rd ch of beg 3 times.
ch-3, turn.
Row 15: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, *lg shell (see
Row 8: Ch 4, sk next 3 dc, work Pattern Row Special Stitches) in next ch sp, sk next 3 dc**,
1 to last st, tr in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn. fptr around next tr, ch 5, sk next (ch-2 sp, sc,
ch-2 sp), fptr around next tr, sk next 3 dc, rep
Row 9: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, work Pattern Row
from * across, ending last rep at **, tr in 4th
2 to last st, tr in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn.
ch of beg ch-4, turn. (15 [17, 19, 21, 23, 25] lg
Shape A-Line shells, 14 [16, 18, 20, 22, 24] ch-5 sps)
Row 1 (RS): Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, *shell in next
Row 16: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, *lg shell in next
ch-2 sp, sk next 3 dc**, (fptr, ch 1, fptr) around
ch-5 sp, sk next 3 dc**, bptr around next tr,
next tr, sk next 3 dc, rep from * across, ending
ch 2, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, bptr around next
last rep at **, tr in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn.
tr, sk next 3 dc, rep from * across, ending last
(15 [17, 19, 21, 23, 25] shells, 14 [16, 18, 20, 22,
rep at **, tr in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn. (15 [17,
24] ch-1 sps)
19, 21, 23, 25] lg shells, 14 [16, 18, 20, 22, 24] sc)
Row 2: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, *shell in next ch-2
Rows 17–22: [Rep rows 15 and 16
sp, sk next 3 dc**, bptr around next tr, ch 2, sc
alternately] 3 times, turn.
in next ch sp, ch 2, bptr around next tr, sk next
3 dc, rep from * across, ending last rep at **, FINISHING
tr in 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn. (15 [17, 19, 21, 23, Edging
25] shells, 14 [16, 18, 20, 22, 24] sc) Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in first 4 sts, *7 sc in next
ch-5 sp, sc in next 3 dc**, fpdc around next
Row 3: Ch 4, sk first 3 dc, *shell in next ch-2
tr, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp, sl st in next sc, 2 sc in
sp, sk next 3 dc**, fptr around next tr, ch 3, sk
next ch-2 sp, fpdc around next tr, sc in next
3 dc, rep from * across bottom edge, ending
Bodice front is wider last rep at **, 3 sc in 4th ch of beg ch-4, rotate
than back, providing to work along front edge, ◊ch 4, sl st in top of
more coverage in front. next row◊, rep between ◊◊ to back neck edge,
ch 4, †sc in next 3 dc, fpdc around next tr, sc in

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2Go
Colorful, comfortable
interchangeable hooks
for Tunisian or
standard crochet.
next 3 dc†, sl st in next ch-2 sp, rep between Sew button at first shell in row 6 of Body
†† once, rep between ◊◊ to last row, ch 4, 2 sc on Left Front. Use corresponding ch sp
in first tr, join in first st, fasten off. created with Edging on Right Front as
buttonhole. C!
Finishing
Weave in ends.
41/2 [41/2, 41/2, 63/4, 63/4, 63/4]"
31/2" 41/2" 21/4 [41/2, 63/4, 41/2, 63/4, 9]"

9 [9, 9, 11, 11, 11]"

NECKLINE
SHOULDER

SHOULDER
RIGHT
LEFT

UPPER BACK

Made in the USA

BODY crochetdenise.com
30"

34 [381/2, 43, 471/2, 52, 561/2]" STITCH KEY

3 3 3 3 3
67 /4 [76 /4, 85 /4, 94 /4, 103 /4, 113]" Chain (ch)

Note: Arrows indicate direction of work. Double crochet (dc)

Front post treble

3 crochet (fptr)

2 Back post treble

crochet (bptr)

1
Beginning
shell (beg shell)

End shell

Turning Leaf Vest

Shell
Reduced Sample of Pattern Stitch Diagram
Note: Reps shown in gray.

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SIZED TO

5X

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 Crunch Stitch Jacket
DESIGN BY JOY PRESCOT T

This classic and timeless design is destined to be

your go-to jacket this season!

INTERMEDIATE *dc in next ch, sc in next ch, rep from * Rows 2 & 3: Work row 2 of Pattern. Fasten
across, turn. off at end of last row.
FINISHED SIZES
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), sc in next L E F T F RO N T
Instructions given fit 28–30-inch bust
st, *dc in next st, sc in next st, rep from * Row 1: Ch 18 [20, 22, 26, 28, 30, 32, 36, 38],
(X-small); changes for 32–34-inch bust (small),
across, turn. work row 1 of Pattern. (16 [18, 20, 24, 26, 28,
36–38-inch bust (medium), 40–42-inch bust
Rep row 2 for pattern. 30, 34, 36] sts)
(large), 44–46-inch bust (X-large), 48–50-inch
bust (2X-large), 52–54-inch bust (3X-large), B AC K Row 2: Ch 1, (sc, dc) in first st, work in
56–58-inch bust (4X-large) and 60–62-inch Row 1 (RS): Ch 64 [68, 76, 82, 90, 98, 106, Pattern across, turn. (17 [19, 21, 25, 27, 29, 31,
bust (5X-large) are in [ ]. 114, 120], work row 1 of Pattern. (62 [66, 74, 35, 37] sts)
80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 118] sts) Row 3: Work in Pattern across to last st, (dc,
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust: 33 inches (X-small) [35 inches (small), Rows 2–41 [2–41, 2–44, 2–44, sc) in last st, turn. (18 [20, 22, 26, 28, 30, 32,
391/2 inches (medium), 422/3 inches (large), 47 2–48, 2–48, 2–51, 2–51, 2–51]: Work 36, 38] sts)
inches (X-large), 51 inches (2X-large), 55 inches row 2 of Pattern. Rows 4–11 [4–13, 4–13, 4–13, 4–15,
(3X-large), 593/4 inches (4X-large), 63 inches 4–15, 4–17, 4–17, 4–19]: [Rep rows 2
Armhole Shaping
(5X-large)] and 3 alternately] 4 [5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8] times.
Row 42 [42, 45, 45, 49, 49, 53, 53,
53]: Sl st in each of first 7 [7, 7, 9, 9, 9, 11, 11, (26 [30, 32, 36, 40, 42, 46, 50, 54] sts at end of
MATERIALS
13] sts, work row 2 of Pattern across, leaving last row)
• Berroco Vintage DK light (DK)
weight yarn (31/2 oz/290 yds/ last 6 [6, 6, 8, 8, 8, 10, 10, 12] sts unworked, Rows 12–41 [14–43, 14–44, 14–44,
100g per hank): turn. (50 [54, 62, 64, 72, 80, 84, 92, 94] sts) 16–48, 16–48, 18–51, 18–51, 20–
5 [6, 6, 6, 7, 7, 7, 8, 9] hanks Rows 43–64 [43–66, 46–69, 46–71, 53]: Work in Pattern.
#2110 fondant 50–75, 50–77, 54–81, 54–83, 54– Armhole Shaping
• Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed 83]: Work row 2 of Pattern. X-Small, Small, 3X-Large, 4X-Large &
to obtain gauge
First Shoulder 5X-Large Sizes Only
• Tapestry needle
Row 1: Work row 2 of Pattern across first Row 1: Work in Pattern across, leaving last 6
GAUGE 16 [18, 20, 20, 24, 26, 26, 30, 30] sts, leaving [6, 10, 10, 12] sts unworked, turn. (20 [24, 36,
15 sts = 4 inches; 15 rows = 4 inches rem sts unworked, turn. (16 [18, 20, 20, 24, 26, 40, 42] sts)
PAT T E R N N O T E S 26, 30, 30] sts) Row 2: Work in Pattern across to last 2 sts,
Join with a slip stitch unless otherwise stated. Rows 2 & 3: Work row 2 of Pattern. Fasten sc dec (see Stitch Guide) in last 2 sts, turn.
Chain-3 at beginning of double crochet off at end of last row. (19 [23, 35, 39, 41] sts)
row counts as first double crochet unless Row 3: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), sc dec in
2nd Shoulder
otherwise stated. next 2 sts, work in Pattern across, turn.
Row 1: Sk next 18 [18, 22, 24, 24, 28, 32, 32,
PAT T E R N S T I T C H 34] sts on last row of Back, join in next st, (18 [22, 34, 38, 40] sts)
Row 1: Ch amount indicated in pattern, sc in ch 3, sc in next st, *dc in next st, sc in next st,
4th ch from hook (beg 3 sk chs count as first dc), rep from * across, turn. (16 [18, 20, 20, 24, 26,
26, 30, 30] sts)

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Medium, Large, X-Large & 2X-Large Medium, Large,

Sizes Only X-Large &
Row [1]: Sl st in each of first [6, 8, 8, 8] sts, 2X-Large Sizes
work in Pattern across, turn. ([26, 28, 32, Only
34] sts) Row [12, 14, 14,
14]: Ch 3, sc dec in
Row [2]: Ch 3, sc dec in next 2 sts, work in
next 2 sts, work in
Pattern across, turn. ([25, 27, 31, 33] sts)
Pattern across, turn.
Row [3]: Work in Pattern across to last 2 sts, ([21, 21, 25, 27] sts)
sc dec in last 2 sts, turn. ([24, 26, 30, 32] sts)
Row [13, 15, 15,
All Sizes 15]: Work in Pattern
Rows 4–9 [4–7, 4–7, 4 & 5, 4 & 5, across to last 2 sts, sc
4 & 5, 4 & 5, 4 & 5, 4 & 5]: Work in dec in last 2 sts, turn.
Pattern across. ([20, 20, 24, 26] sts)
Small & Medium Sizes Only All Sizes
Rows [8 & 9]: Rep rows [2 and 3]. Next rows: Work
([20, 22] sts) in Pattern for 14 [12,
12, 14, 15, 17, 13, 15,
Rows [10 & 11]: Work in Pattern across.
12] rows. Fasten off
Large, X-Large & 2X-Large Sizes Only at end of last row.
Rows [6 & 7]: Rep rows [2 and 3]. ([24, 28,
RIGHT
30] sts)
F RO N T
Rows [8 & 9]: Work in Pattern across. Row 1: Ch 18 [20,
22, 26, 28, 30, 32,
Rows [10–13]: Rep rows [6–9]
36, 38], work row 1
consecutively. ([22, 26, 28] sts)
of Pattern. (16 [18,
3X-Large & 4X-Large Sizes Only 20, 24, 26, 28, 30, 34,
Rows [6 & 7]: Rep rows [2 and 3]. 36] sts)
([32, 36] sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, work
Rows [8 & 9]: Work in Pattern across. in Pattern across to
last st, (dc, sc) in
Rows [10–17]: [Rep rows 6–9 consecutively]
last st, turn. (17 [19,
twice. ([28, 32] sts at end of last row)
21, 25, 27, 29, 31, 35,
Size 5X-Large Only 37] sts)
Rows [6 & 7]: Rep rows [2 and 3]. ([38] sts)
Row 3: Ch 1, (sc,
Rows [8 & 9]: Work in Pattern across. dc) in first st, work in
Pattern across, turn.
Rows [10–21]: [Rep rows 6–9 consecutively]
(18 [20, 22, 26, 28, 30,
3 times. ([32] sts at end of last row)
32, 36, 38] sts)
X-Small, Small, 3X-Large, 4X-Large &
Rows 4–11 [4–13, 4–13, 4–13, 4–15, Armhole Shaping
5X-Large Sizes Only
4–15, 4–17, 4–17, 4–19]: [Rep rows 2 X-Small, Small, 3X-Large, 4X-Large &
Row 10 [12, 18, 18, 22]: Work in Pattern
and 3 alternately] 4 [5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8] times. 5X-Large Sizes Only
across to last 2 sts, sc dec in last 2 sts, turn.
(26 [30, 32, 36, 40, 42, 46, 50, 54] sts at end of Row 1: Sl st in each of first 6 [6, 10, 10, 12]
(17 [19, 27, 31, 31] sts)
last row) sts, work in Pattern across, turn. (20 [24, 36,
Row 11 [13, 19, 19, 23]: Ch 3, sc dec 40, 42] sts)
Rows 12–41 [14–43, 14–44, 14–44,
in next 2 sts, work in Pattern across, turn.
16–48, 16–48, 18–51, 18–51, 20– Row 2: Ch 3, sc dec in next 2 sts, work in
(16 [18, 26, 30, 30] sts)
53]: Work in Pattern. Pattern across, turn. (19 [21, 35, 39, 41] sts)

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Row 3: Work in Pattern across to last 2 sts, sc Row 2 (RS): Ch 1, (sc, dc) in first st, work next st, rep from * across to last st, dc in last
dec in last 2 sts, turn. (18 [22, 34, 38, 40] sts) in Pattern across to last sts, (sc, dc) in last st, st, turn.
turn. (32 [32, 32, 36, 38, 40, 42, 46, 50] sts)
Medium, Large, X-Large & 2X-Large Row 4: Ch 1, sk first st, working left to right,
Sizes Only Row 3: Ch 3, sc in same st, work in Pattern reverse sc (see illustration) in each st across.
Row [1]: Work in Pattern across to last [6, 8, across to last st, (dc, sc) in last st, turn. (34 [34, Fasten off.
8, 8] sts, leaving rem sts unworked, turn. 34, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52] sts)
([26, 28, 32, 34] sts)
Rows 4–19 [4–21, 4–21, 4–23, 4–25,
Row [2]: Work in Pattern across to last 3 sts, 4–25, 4–27, 4–27, 4–29]: [Rep rows 2
A
sc dec in next 2 sts, dc in last st, turn. ([25, 27, and 3 alternately] 8 [9, 9, 10, 11, 11, 12, 12, 13]
31, 33] sts) times. (66 [70, 70, 78, 84, 86, 92, 96, 104] sts at
end of last row)
Row [3]: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), sc dec
in next 2 sts, work in Pattern across, turn. Row 20 [22, 22, 24, 26, 26, 28, 28,
([24, 26, 30, 32] sts) 30]: Work in Pattern across. B

All Sizes X-Small, Small & Medium Sizes

Rows 3–8 [3–6, 3–6, 4 & 5, 3 & 4, Only
3 & 4, 3 & 4, 3 & 4, 3 & 5]: Work in Row 21 [23, 23]: Ch 1, sc dec in first 2 sts,
Pattern across. work in Pattern across to last 2 sts, sc dec in
last 2 sts, turn. (64 [68, 68] sts)
Small, Medium, Large, X-Large,
2X-Large, 3X-Large, 4X-Large & Rows 22 & 23 [24 & 25, 24 & 25]: C
5X-Large Sizes Only Work in Pattern across.
Next rows: Rep last 4 rows [1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 3,
Rows 24–61 [26–67, 26–67]: [Rep
3, 4] times. ([16, 22, 22, 26, 28, 28, 32, 32] sts at
rows 21–23 consecutively] 13 [14, 14] times.
end of last row)
(38 [40, 40] sts at end of last row)
Medium, Large, X-Large, 2X-Large
Large, X-Large, 2X-Large, Reverse Single Crochet
Sizes Only
3X-Large, 4X-Large & 5X-Large
Next row: Work in Pattern across to last 2
Sizes Only
sts, sc dec in last sts, turn. ([21, 21, 25, 27] sts)
Row [24, 26, 26, 28, 28, 30]: Ch 1, sc
Next row: Ch 3, sc dec in next 2 sts, work in dec in first 2 sts, work in Pattern across to last
FINISHING
Pattern across, turn. ([20, 20, 24, 26] sts) 2 sts, sc dec in last 2 sts, turn. ([76, 82, 84, 90,
Sew shoulder seams. Matching center of first
94, 102] sts)
X-Small, Small, 3X-Large, 4X-Large & row on Sleeves to shoulder seams, sew Sleeves
5X-Large Sizes Only Row [25, 27, 27, 29, 29, 31]: Work in in place. Sew Sleeve and side seams.
Next row: Ch 3, sc dec in next 2 sts, work in Pattern across.
Body Trim
Pattern across to last 2 sts, sc dec in last 2 sts,
Rows [26–59, 28–65, 28–65, 30– Rnd 1: Working around entire edge, evenly
turn. (17 [19, 27, 31, 31] sts)
73, 30–75, 32–85]: Rep rows [24 & 25, spacing sts, join in st at back of neck, ch 3, dc
Next row: Work in Pattern across to last 2 sts, 26 & 27, 26 & 27, 28 & 29, 28 & 29, 30 & 31 evenly spaced around edge, join in 3rd ch of
sc dec in next 2 sts, turn. (16 [18, 26, 30, 30] sts) alternately] [17, 19, 19, 23, 24, 27] times. beg ch-3.
([42, 44, 46, 44, 46, 48] sts)
All Sizes Rnd 2: Ch 3, *bpdc around next st, fpdc
Next rows: Work in Pattern for 14 [12, 12, All Sizes around next st, rep from * around, join in 3rd
14, 15, 17, 13, 15, 12] rows. Fasten off at end of Next rows: Work in Pattern for 11 [9, 11, ch of beg ch-3.
last row. 19, 16, 19, 13, 12, 4] rows.
Rnd 3: Ch 3, *fpdc around next st, bpdc
SLEEVE Trim around next st, rep from * around, join in 3rd
Make 2. Row 1: Ch 3, dc in each st across, turn. ch of beg ch-3.
Row 1: Beg at shoulder, ch 32 [32, 32, 36, 38, Rows 2 & 3: Ch 3, *bpdc (see Stitch Guide) Rnd 4: Ch 1, sk first st, reverse sc in each st
40, 42, 46, 50], work row 1 of Pattern. (30 [30, around next st, fpdc (see Stitch Guide) around around, join in beg sc, fasten off. C!
30, 34, 36, 38, 40, 44, 48] sts)

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Messenger
Bag
DESIGN BY EDIE ECKMAN

Make a statement
with this eye-catching
bag made with cotton
worsted-weight yarn.

INTERMEDIATE

FINISHED SIZE
Approximately 14 inches wide x 10 inches
high x 2 inches deep

MATERIALS
• Berroco Modern Cotton worsted
(medium) weight yarn (31/2 oz/
209 yds/100g per ball):
3 balls #1651 Narragansett
• Sizes G/6/4mm and I/9/5.5mm crochet
hooks or sizes needed to obtain gauge
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
GAUGE
Size G hook: 14 sc = 4 inches
Size I hook in pattern: 3 sts = 4 inches
SPECIAL STITCH
Front post treble crochet (fptr): Yo twice,
insert hook from front to back to front
around post (see Stitch Guide) of st indicated,
draw lp through, [yo, draw through 2 lps on
hook] 3 times.
F RO N T
Foundation row (WS): With size G
hook, ch 44; sc in 2nd ch from hook and in
each rem ch, turn. (43 sc)

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Row 1 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first sc, 2 sc in next Row 2: Ch 1, *fptr around next dc on 2nd 5 of Border as last sc of row 1 made, sc in each
sc; sc in each sc to last 2 sc; 2 sc in next sc; sc in row below; on working row, sk sc behind fptr, rem unworked st on row 5.
last sc, turn. (45 sc) dc in next sc; rep from * across, turn. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc, turn. Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 21 sts, turn, leaving G U S S E T/S T R A P
rem sts unworked. Row 1 (RS): With size G hook, ch 253; sc in
Row 3: Rep row 1. (47 sc)
Row 4: Ch 1; *dc in next sc, fptr around next 2nd ch from hook and in each rem ch, turn.
Row 4: Rep row 2. (252 sc)
st on 2nd row below, on working row, sk sc
Row 5: Rep row 1. (49 sc) behind fptr; rep from * to last 2 sc; dc in last Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc, turn.
Rep row 2 until piece measures approximately 2 sc, turn.
Rep row 2 until piece measures approximately
10 inches from beg. Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first 13 sts, turn, leaving 2 inches wide. Fasten off, leaving a 10-inch
Fasten off and weave in ends. rem sts unworked. end. Weave in other end.
B AC K Row 6: Rep row 2. A S S E M B LY
Work same as Front until piece measures same Sew short ends of Gusset/Strap tog. Placing
Row 7: Ch 1; sc in each st to ch-1 turning ch;
as Front. Do not fasten off. seam at center bottom of Bag, pin edge of
sc in sp formed by turning ch-1, hdc in same
Gusset/Strap to lower and side edges of Front.
FLAP st on row 4 as last sc of row 5 made, sc in each
With RS of Front facing you and with size G
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in next 3 sc; [sc dec (see rem unworked st on row 5 to turning ch-1; sc
hook, sc Front to edge of Gusset/Strap. Pin
Stitch Guide) in next 2 sc; sc in next 6 sc] twice; in sp formed by turning ch-1, hdc in same st
rem edge of Gusset/Strap to Back between
sc dec in next 2 sc; sc in next 5 sc; [sc dec in on row 2 as last sc of row 3 made, sc in each
markers. With RS of Back facing you, sc Back to
next 2 sc, sc in next 6 sc] twice; sc dec in next rem unworked st on to turning ch-1; sc in sp
edge of Gusset/Strap; continuing on Flap only,
2 sc; sc in last 3 sc, turn. (43 sc) formed by turning ch-1, hdc in same st on row
sc evenly spaced along edges of flap.
Note: Mark first and last st to indicate beg Fasten off and weave in ends. C!
of Flap.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc, turn.
Rep row 2 until piece measures approximately
2 inches from beg, ending with a WS row.
Change to I hook.
BORDER
Row 1 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as a dc on this and
following rows), dc in each rem sc, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each dc and in 3rd ch of
turning ch-3, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, *fptr (see Special Stitch) around
next dc on 2nd row below; on working row,
sk sc behind fptr, dc in next sc; rep from *
across, turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each st and in 3rd ch of
turning ch-3.
Row 5: Ch 3; *dc in next sc, fptr around next
st on 2nd row below; on working row, sk sc
behind fptr; rep from * to last 2 sc; dc in last
2 sc, turn.
Border Shaping
Row 1 (WS): Ch 1, sc in first 31 sts, turn,
leaving rem sts unworked.

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Solomon’s Splendor Wrap
DESIGN BY SUSAN MARIA WAL SH

Embrace your softer side with this lofty Solomon’s knot wrap.

CHALLENGING Join with slip stitch as indicated unless A D

otherwise stated.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width: 32 inches SPECIAL STITCHES
Solomon’s knot (s-k): Pull up a long lp on
Length: 43 inches
the hook to measure 3/4-inch, ch 1 through the
MATERIALS long lp (see below), sc in back strand of long lp
• Rowan Kidsilk Haze lace (lace) (see illustration).
B E
weight mohair/silk yarn (3/4 oz/
229 yds/25g per skein):
1 skein each #632 hurricane, #597 jelly,
#639 anthracite, #599 wicked
• Size J/10/6mm crochet hook or size needed
to obtain gauge Step 1
• Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook
C F
• Matching sewing thread and sewing needle
• 11/4-inch wooden button: 1
• 3/4-inch wooden button: 1
• Magnetic clasp smaller than small wooden
button: 1 Step 2
• Tapestry needle
Double Solomon’s Knot
GAUGE
Filet lace: 8 rows = 4 inches Row 2: Ds-k (see Special Stitches), sk 1 ch, sc
in next ch, [ds-k, sk next 3 chs, sc in next ch]
Solomon’s knot lace: 4 rows = 4 inches Step 3
across, turn. (69 sts)
Single Solomon’s Knot
PATTERN NOTES Row 3: 3 s-k (see Special Stitches), sc in
Weave in ends as work progresses. Double Solomon’s knot (ds-k): Pull up a center sc of next ds-k, [ds-k, sc in center of
Shawl is made as a simple rectangular long lp on the hook to measure 3/4-inch, ch 1 next ds-k] across, turn. (70 sts)
block of double Solomon’s knots and Filet through the long lp, sc in back strand of long
Rows 4–9: Rep row 3, finishing with 1 extra
lace. Maintain even tension over the lp, rep once. This counts as 2 sts for the st
s-k at end of row 9, turn. (71 sts)
Solomon’s knots so they align with the count at end of each row.
Filet lace boundaries. Long Loop (long-lp): The bottom section of Row 10: Ch 2 (counts as first sc and ch-1),
The edging technique has frequent changes in the s-k st. sc in center of next ds-k, [ch 3, sc in center of
direction and uses a number of stitch patterns. next ds-k] across, turn. (91 sts)
3-ch picot: Ch 3, sc in 3rd ch from hook.
Chain-2 at beginning of row counts as first Row 11: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), [ch 1, dc in
double crochet unless otherwise stated. WRAP next ch-3 sp, ch 1, dc in next sc] to last 2 sts,
Chain-3 at beginning of edging rows counts as Row 1: With J hook and single strand of ch 1, dc in last sc, turn. (91 sts)
first double crochet and chain-1. hurricane, ch 91, turn. Row 12: Ch 2, [ch 1, dc in next dc] across,
turn. (91 sts)

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Rows 13 & 14: Rep 12th row, turn. (91 sts) of row 48, ch 1, dc end of row 46, ch 1, dc in Row 13 (side C): [Ch 6, sk 1 dc, sc in
end of row 45, ch 1, dc in end of row 44, [ch 1, next dc] to last 2 sts, ch 6, sc in last dc, turn.
Row 15: Ds-k, sc in next dc, [ds-k, sk 1 dc, sc
dc under 2 strands of next long-lp (see Special (273 sts)
in next dc] across, turn.
Stitches), ch 1, dc in next sc] 9 times, ch 1, dc in
Row 14 (side C): Ch 1, [(3 hdc, 3-ch
Rows 16 & 17: Rep row 3. Change color end of row 33, [ch 1, dc in end of next row] 6
picot—see Special Stitches, 3 hdc) in next
(see Stitch Guide) to jelly in last st of row 17. times, [ch 1, dc under 2 strands of next long-lp,
ch-6 sp] across, rotate 90 degrees for side D.
ch 1, dc in next sc] 12 times, ch 1, dc in end of
Rows 18–25: Rep row 3. Change color to (274 sts)
row 13, [ch 1, dc in end of next row] 3 times, [ch
anthracite in last st of row 25.
1, dc under 2 strands of next long-lp, ch 1, dc in Row 15 (side D): Ch 2, 3-ch picot, [(ch 1,
Row 26: Rep row 3, finishing with 1 extra next sc] 8 times, rotate 90 degrees to work side dc in next dc) 4 times, 3-ch picot] to last 2
s-k at end of row 26, turn. B. (147 sts) dc, ch 1, dc in next dc, ch 1, [dc, ch 1, dc, 3-ch
picot, ch 1, dc] in last st, ch 1, change color to
Row 27: Rep row 10, turn. (91 sts) Row 2: At corner F, ch 3, dc in same st as last
wicked in last st, rotate 90 degrees for side A.
dc to turn corner, [ch 1, sk 1 ch, dc in next ch]
Row 28: Rep row 11, turn. (130 sts)
across, turn. (93 sts)
Row 29: Ch 3, dc in next dc, [ch 2, sc in next Row 16 (side A): Ch 3, sc to 2nd ch of
Row 3 (side B): Ch 3, dc in next dc, [ch 2,
dc, ch 2, dc in next dc, ch 3, sk 1 dc, dc in next Edging Row 1, side A, ch 4, sk 1 dc, sc in next
sc in next dc, ch 2, dc in next dc, ch 3, sk next
dc] across, turn. (113 sts) dc Edging Row 1 side A, ch 3, turn, dc in first ch
dc, dc in next dc] to last 2 sts, ch 1, dc in last
made, ch 5, dc in first ch made, turn, ch 4,
Row 30: Ch 2, [ch 2, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, 2nd ch of beg ch-3, change to anthracite in last
[(4 dtr—see Stitch Guide, ch 5, sc in 3rd ch
dc in next dc, ch 3, dc in next dc] to last 2 sts, st, turn. (115 sts)
from hook, ch 2) in ch-5 sp] twice, (4 dtr, ch 3,
ch 1, dc in last dc, turn.
Row 4 (side B): Ch 3, dc in next dc, [ch 2, 4 dtr) in same ch-5 sp, ch 2, dtr in last sc made
Row 31: Ch 3, dc in next dc, [ch 2, sc in next sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, dc in next dc, ch 3, dc into edging row, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc of Edging
ch-3 sp, ch 2, dc in next dc, ch 3, dc in next dc] in next dc] to last 2 sts, ch 1, dc in 2nd ch of Row 1 side A, **ch 4, sk next dc, sc in next dc
across, turn. beg ch-3, rotate 90 degrees for side C. Edging Row 1 side A, ch 3, turn, dc in ch-3 sp of
previous motif, ch 5, dc in same ch-3 sp, turn, ch
Rows 32 & 33: Rep rows 30 and 31, turn. Row 5 (side C): Ch 3, dc in same st as last
4, [(4 dtr, ch 5, sc in 3rd ch from hook, ch 2) in
dc to turn corner, ch 1, work row of [dc, ch 1]
Row 34: Ch 2, [ch 1, dc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, ch-5 sp] twice, (4 dtr, ch 3, 4 dtr) in same ch-5
75 times in similar fashion as Row 1, finishing
dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next sc, ch 1, dc in next sp, ch 2, dtr in last sc made into edging row, sk
with dc in end of row 48 of main body, change
dc] to last 2 sts, ch 1, dc in last dc, turn. (91 sts) 1 dc, sc in next dc Edging Row 1 side A, rep from
to color wicked in last st, turn. (153 sts)
** 19 times across, change color to jelly in last sc
Row 35: Rep row 15, turn, changing color to
Row 6 (side C): Ch 2, [ch 1, dc in next dc] made in 2nd ch of Edging Row 11 Side B, rotate
hurricane in last st.
twice, [ch 2, sc in next dc, ch 2, dc in next dc, 90 degrees for side B. (20 leafy motifs)
Rows 36–38: Rep row 3. (70 sts) Change ch 3, sk 1 dc, dc in next dc] to last 4 sts, [ch 1,
Row 17 (side B): Ch 3, turn, dc in ch-3
color to wicked in last st of row 38. dc in next dc] twice, turn. (189 sts)
sp of previous motif, ch 5, dc in same ch-3
Rows 39–43: Rep row 3, finishing with 1 Rows 7–9 (side C): Rep row 6, changing sp, turn, ch 4, [(4 dtr, ch 5, sc in 3rd ch from
extra s-k at end of 43rd row, turn. (71 sts) to color jelly in last st of row 9, turn. hook, ch 2) in ch-5 sp] twice, (4 dtr, ch 3,
4 dtr) in same ch-5 sp, ch 2, sc in last sc
Rows 44–47: Rep rows 27–30 (omitting Row 10 (side C): Ch 2, [ch 1, dc in next dc]
made into edging row, ch 4, continue in leafy
color changes), turn. twice, [ch 1, dc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, dc in next
motif edging pattern across. Fasten off.
dc, ch 1, dc in next sc, ch 1, dc in next dc] to
Row 48: Ch 2, ch 1, dc in next dc, [ch 1, dc (15 leafy motifs)
last 4 sts, [ch 1, dc in next dc] twice. Fasten off.
in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc
M AG N E T IC F L OW E R
in next sc, ch 1, dc in next dc] across. Do not Row 11 (side B): With jelly, join at corner
C O R S AG E
fasten off. Rotate 90 degrees for edging side A. F in 2nd ch of row 4, ch 3, dc in next dc, [ch 1,
Cover 11/4-inch button and attach one half of
dc in next sc, ch 1, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next
EDGING magnetic clasp:
ch-3 sp, ch 1, dc in next dc] to last 14 sts, [ch 1,
Edging direction changes frequently. Each side
dc in next dc] across, change color to hurricane Rnd 1: With F hook and 1 strand wicked,
of the shawl will be noted as A, B, C and D as
in last st, rotate 90 degrees for side C. (105 sts) make slip ring (see illustration on page 55),
per Assembly Diagram to direct each row.
8 sc into ring, pull tight, sl st to first sc. (8 sc)
Row 12 (side C): Ch 3, dc in same st to
Row 1: To work side A, start at corner E, ch 3
turn the corner, [ch 1, dc in next dc] across, Rnd 2: Ch 1, [2 sc in next sc] 8 times, join in
(see Pattern Notes), dc in same place as last dc
turn. (155 sts) first sc. (16 sc)
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to gather the opening to a closed position and

E D
attach other half of magnetic clasp.

4" end Corsage Flowers

Make 2.
Rnd 1: With J hook and 1 strand of jelly, ch 8,
join in first ch to form a ring.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 24 sc in ring, join in first sc. (24 sc) A C

Rnd 3: Ch 4, dtr in same st, [2 dtr in next sc]

Leave ring twice, (dtr, ch 4, sl st) in next sc, [(sl st, ch 4,
loose until
stitches are
dtr) in next sc, {2 dtr in next st} twice, (dtr,
made. ch 4, sl st) in next sc] around, join in first sl st.
(90 sts forming 6 petals)
Slip Ring
Rnd 4: Sl st in next 4 chs, [sl st in next 6 dtr, F B
Rnd 3: Ch 1, [2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc] 8
sl st in next 4 chs] 6 times. Fasten off. (84 sl sts)
times, join in first sc. (24 sc)
Make 2nd flower with 1 strand hurricane and
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc around, join in leaving a 16-inch tail. Thread tapestry needle Solomon’s Splendor Wrap
first sc. and use a running stitch around top of 2nd Assembly Diagram

Rnd 5: Ch 1, [sc dec (see Stitch Guide) in next rnd of 2nd flower to gather flower center to
KEY
2 sc, sc in next sc] 8 times, do not join. (16 sc) approximately 1/2-inch diameter, then sew
Solomon’s knot lace
gathered flower to front of the other flower, then Filet lace
Insert button, work last rnd over button
sew both flowers on to smaller covered button First edging
Rnd 6: [Sc dec in next 2 sc] 8 times. (8 sc) on the opposite side to the magnetic clasp. C! 2nd edging

Fasten off leaving 16-inch tail, thread tapestry

needle, use a running stitch (see illustration)
to gather the opening to a closed position and
attach one half of magnetic clasp.

Running Stitch

Cover 2nd smaller 3/4-inch button and attach

other half of magnetic clasp:
Rnd 1: With F hook and 1 strand hurricane,
make slip ring, 8 sc in ring, pull tight, join in
first sc. (8 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, [2 sc in next sc] 8 times, join in
first sc. (16 sc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc around, join in
first sc.
Rnd 4: Ch 1, [sc dec over 2 sc] 4 times (insert
button, work rest over button), sc dec over 2 sc
4 times, sl st to first sc. (8 sc)
Fasten off with 16-inch tail, pull tight and with
threaded tapestry needle, use a running stitch

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Shades of Autumn Cowl
DESIGN BY SUE CHILDRESS

Take the chill away on cool evenings with this easy-to-stitch design.

EASY Beginning decrease V-Stitch (beg dec Rnd 29: Sl st in next ch-1 sp, beg dec V-st
V-st): Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), dc in in same sp, dec V-st in ch-1 sp of each rem dec
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS indicated sp. V-st around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4.
Top: Approximately 30 inches in circumference Decrease V-Stitch (dec V-st): (Dc, ch 1, dc) Rnds 30–37: Rep rnd 29.
Bottom: Approximately 34 inches in in indicated sp.
circumference Rnd 38: Sl st in next ch-1 sp, ch 2 (counts as
C OW L a hdc), hdc in same sp, 2 hdc in ch-1 sp of each
Length: Approximately 26 inches Rnd 1: Beg at bottom edge, ch 120, being dec V-st around, join in 2nd ch of beg ch-2.
careful not to twist ch, join (see Pattern Notes) Fasten off. (80 hdc) C!
MATERIALS
in first ch to form ring, ch 2 (see Pattern
• Red Heart Hopscotch medium
Notes), hdc in each ch around, join in top of
(worsted) weight acrylic yarn
ch-2. (120 hdc)
(4 oz/210 yds/113g per skein):
3 skeins #7950 scooter Rnd 2: Beg V-st (see Special Stitches) in
• Size J/10/6mm crochet hook or size needed same st, sk next 2 hdc, (V-st—see Special
to obtain gauge Stitches in next hdc, sk next 2 hdc) around, join
• Tapestry needle in 3rd ch of beg ch-5. (40 V-sts)
GAUGE Rnd 3: Sl st in ch-2 sp of first V-st, beg V-st
4 hdc = 1 inch; 3 V-st rnds = approximately in same sp, V-st in ch-2 sp of each V-st around,
2 inches join in 3rd ch of beg ch-5.

PATTERN NOTES Rnds 4–27: Rep rnd 3.

Weave in ends as work progresses. Rnd 28: Sl st in next ch-2 sp, beg dec V-st
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless (see Special Stitches) in same sp, dec V-st (see
otherwise stated. Special Stitches) in ch-2 sp of each rem V-st
Chain-2 at beginning of round does not count around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4. (40 dec
as a stitch unless otherwise stated. V-sts)
Chain-5 at beginning of round counts as a
double crochet and chain-2 space unless
otherwise stated. 30"

Chain-4 at beginning of round counts as a

double crochet and chain-1 space unless
otherwise stated.
26"

COWL
SPECIAL STITCHES
Beginning V-Stitch (beg V-st): Ch 5 (see
Pattern Notes), dc in indicated st or sp.
V-Stitch (V-st): (Dc, ch 2, dc) in indicated st
or sp. 34"

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Tunisian Colorwork Cowl

DESIGN BY ROBYN CHACHULA

It’s fun to work with dark yarns, especially when paired

with lighter colors to create beautiful effects

INTERMEDIATE

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
9 inches wide x 32 inches long

MATERIALS
• Berroco Millefiori medium (worsted)
weight wool/acrylic yarn (31/2 oz/
186 yds/100g per skein):
1 skein #7891 terra
• Berroco Vintage medium (worsted) weight
acrylic/wool/nylon yarn (31/2 oz/
218 yds/100g per skein):
1 skein #5104 mushroom
• Size L/11/8mm Tunisian crochet hook or size
needed to obtain gauge
• Size H/8/5mm crochet hook
• Tapestry needle
• 11/4-inch wooden toggle button: 3
GAUGE
5 ch-3 sps = 4 inches; 8 rows = 4 inches
Take time to check gauge.
PAT T E R N N O T E S
Each Tunisian row is worked in 2 steps: the
forward pass and the return pass to work loops
off hook.
Each vertical bar of row 1 counts as a stitch.
First loop on hook is counted as a stitch unless
otherwise stated.
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless
otherwise stated.

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SPECIAL STITCHES A B. change color to mushroom, work lps

Change color: Pull up lp of new color through off hook.
lp of old color on hook (see illustration).
Row 4:
A
A. *Insert hook in horizontal top bar of next
st, yo and pull up a lp, sl next st onto
B hook; rep from * across, TSS in last st,
B. change color to terra, work off lps
as normal.
B
Next Rows: [Rep rows 2–4] 28 times total
or to desired length.
C
Next Rows: Rep rows 2 and 3.
Last Row: Sl st in horizontal top bar of each
Tunisian Stitch Color Change st across, fasten off.

Work loops off hook (work lps off hook): Tunisian Purl Stitch Edging
Yo, pull through 1 lp on hook (see illustration Rnd 1: With RS facing and size H crochet
A), [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook (see hook, join (see Pattern Notes) mushroom in
illustration B)] across. Last lp on hook counts as corner of cowl, *sc evenly along edge of cowl,
first st of next row. working 3 sc in corner, rep from * around, join
in first sc, turn.
A
Rnd 2: Ch 1, *sc in each sc across to corner,
3 sc in corner, rep from * around, join in first
Tunisian Simple Stitch sc, turn.
B
Rnd 3: Sl st in each sc around, do not turn.
Surface slip stitch (surface sl st): Holding
Rnd 4 (optional): Sl st in each sc around
yarn at back of work, insert hook as indicated,
on rnd 1 as follows: hold yarn to back of work
Work Loops Off Hook yo, pull lp through fabric and lp on hook.
and sl st through fabric. This will embroider a
Tunisian Double Crochet (TDC): Pull up a 2nd line of sts around cowl.
lp about 1-inch long, yo and pull through lp, COW L
Fasten off.
insert hook back into back lp of knot, yo and Row 1 (RS): With mushroom, ch 27,
pull up a lp, yo and draw through both lps on FINISHING
A. TSS (see Special Stitches) in each ch
hook (otherwise known as sc in back lp). Pin cowl to finished measurements, spray with
across,
Tunisian Purl Stitch (TPS): Bring yarn to water and allow to dry. Sew buttons evenly
front of work, with yarn in front of hook, insert B. change color (see Special Stitches) to along 1 short edge. Place a pin in opposite
hook from left to right under next vertical bar terra, work lps off hook (see Special short edge to mark placement for toggles.
(see illustration A), wrap yarn in front of st and Stitches). (27 sts)
Toggles
around hook (see illustration B), pull up lp (see Row 2: Join mushroom 11/2 inches away from edge of
illustration C). fabric by holding yarn on underside, surface
A. Ch 1, *sl next st onto hook, TDC
Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS): Insert hook sl st (see Special Stitches) in straight line to
(see Special Stitches) in next st; rep
from right to left under next vertical bar, edge of cowl, ch 7, surface sl st back to 1 st
from * across,
yo, pull up a lp, on last st of row, insert hook away from first surface sl st, turn, working in
under both vertical strands, yo, pull up lp B. work lps off hook. sts just made, sl st in each sl st and ch across.
(see illustration). Fasten off. C!
Row 3:
A. TPS (see Special Stitches) in each st across,

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 Hallie Infinity Scarf
D E SI G N BY DA R L A FA N TO N

This scarf provides a variety of ways to style it. Wear it in a long infinity
loop or double it for a closer-fitting cowl. It folds easily along any of the
meshes, allowing you to easily fold it over around the neck for a shawl
collar effect, or fold it along the entire length for a narrower scarf or cowl.

INTERMEDIATE made (see illustration A), yo, pull up a lp, yo, Cluster (cl): [Yo, insert hook in next st or sp,
draw through 1 lp on hook (see illustration B— yo and draw up a lp, yo and draw through 2
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS ch-1 completed), yo, draw through both lps on lps] 3 times, yo and draw through all 4 lps
8 inches wide x 661/2 inches in circumference hook (see illustrations C and D—sc completed)] on hook.
as indicated in instructions. Large V-stitch (lg V-st): (Dc, [ch 2, dc] twice)
MATERIALS
A in indicated sp.
• Aunt Lydia’s Fashion Crochet Size 3 crochet
cotton (150 yds per ball): Small cluster (sm cl): Yo, insert hook in
2 balls #871 plum indicated sp, yo and draw up a lp, yo and draw
1 ball #226 natural through 2 lps, yo, insert hook in same sp, yo
• Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or size and draw up a lp, yo and draw through 2 lps,
B yo and draw through all 3 lps on hook.
needed to obtain gauge A
• Tapestry needle Picot: Ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook.
GAUGE
18 sts = 4 inches; 9 rows = 4 inches S CA R F
FIRST HALF
PAT T E R N N O T E S C
B Foundation Rnd (RS): With plum,
Scarf is worked in the round in two halves
leaving an 8-inch tail for joining, work first
from the center out. Work is joined and turned
foundation sc (see Special Stitches), work 303
after every round.
next foundation sc (see Special Stitches),
Weave in loose ends as work progresses. join (see Pattern Notes) in first sc, turn. Use
D
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless C
beg tail to join base of last sc to base of first
otherwise stated. sc. (304 sts)
Chain-3 at beginning of round counts as first Rnd 1: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in next st,
double crochet unless otherwise stated. [ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc in next st, ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc in
SPECIAL STITCHES each of next 3 sts] 37 times, ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc in
First foundation single crochet (first First Foundation Next Foundation next st, ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc in final st, join in top
Single Crochet Single Crochet of beg ch-3, turn. (152 dc, 76 ch-2 sps)
foundation sc): Ch 2, insert hook into
2nd ch from hook, yo, pull up a lp, yo, draw Beginning cluster (Beg cl): Ch 2, [yo, insert Rnds 2 & 3: Ch 3, dc in each dc, ch 2 above
through 1 lp on hook (see illustration A—ch-1 hook in next st or sp, yo and draw up a lp, yo each ch-2 sp, join in top of beg ch-3, turn.
completed), yo, draw through both lps on hook and draw through 2 lps] twice, yo and draw
(see illustrations B and C—sc completed). through all 3 lps on hook. Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in each dc, ch 2 above each
ch-2 sp, join in top of beg ch-3, sl st in next dc,
Next foundation single crochet (next V-stitch (V-st): (Dc, ch 2, dc) in indicated st
turn.
foundation sc): [Insert hook in last ch-1 or sp.

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Rnd 5: Beg cl (see Special Stitches) in next

Remember to
2 dc, [ch 2, V-st (see Special Stitches) in next
turn at the end
dc, ch 2, cl (see Special Stitches) in next 3 dc]
of each round.
37 times, ch 2, V-st in next dc, ch 2, join in top
of beg cl, sl st in next ch-2 sp, turn. (38 cls, 38
V-sts, 76 ch-2 sps) Rnd 9: Sk first ch-1 sp; *[ch 1, picot (see
Special Stitches), ch 1, sl st in next ch-1 sp]
Rnd 6: Beg cl in first cl and next ch-2 sp, 4 times, ch 1, picot, ch 1, working in front
[ch 2, V-st in ch-2 sp of next V-st, ch 2, cl in of next ch-1 sp, sc in next sc of Rnd 7, rep
next ch-2 sp, next cl, and next ch-2 sp] 37 from * around, join in first ch of beg picot.
times, ch 2, V-st in ch-2 sp of next V-st, ch 2, Fasten off. (190 picots)
join in top of beg cl, turn.
2ND HALF
Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in same st as joining, *ch 2, Rnd 1: With WS of foundation rnd
lg V-st (see Special Stitches) in ch-2 sp of next facing, join plum in opposite side of first
V-st, ch 2**, sc in next cl, rep from * around, foundation sc, ch 3, working in opposite
ending last rep at **, join in beg sc. Fasten off. side of foundation rnd, dc in next st, [ch
(38 sc, 38 lg V-sts) 2, sk 2 sts, dc in next st, ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc
Rnd 8 (RS): With RS facing, join natural in in each of next 3 sts] 37 times, ch 2, sk 2
same st as joining of Rnd 7, *working in next sts, dc in next st, ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc in final
lg V-st, [ch 1, sm cl (see Special Stitches)] st, join in top of beg ch-3, turn. (152 dc, 76
twice in first ch-2 sp, ch 1, sm cl in next dc, ch-2 sps)
[ch 1, sm cl] twice in last ch-2 sp, rep from * Rnds 2–9: Work as for First Half.
around, ch 1, join in beg sl st, turn. (190 sm cl,
191 ch-1 sps) FINISHING STITCH KEY
Block to open st pattern. C! Chain (ch)

Slip stitch (sl st)

Single crochet (sc)

9

8 Double crochet (dc)

First foundation single

crochet (first foundation sc)
7
Next foundation single
6
crochet (next foundation sc)

Beginning cluster
5
(Beg cl)

Cluster (cl)
4

3
V-stitch (V-st)

2
Large V-stitch
(lg V-st)
1

1
Small cluster (sm cl)

Hallie Infinity Scarf Picot

Reduced Sample of Stitch Diagram
Note: Reps shown in gray. Direction of work

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Cherished
Cables
Blanket
D E S I G N BY JA M I E S W I AT E K

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 This blanket, designed to keep your little ones warm, is made with
appealing cables that create a thick and durable texture—a classic look
perfectly made for a baby gift or heirloom.

INTERMEDIATE made (see illustration A), yo, pull up lp, yo, pull next st, working in front of fptr just made, fptr
through 1 lp on hook (see illustration B—ch-1 around sk st, sk next 2 sts, fptr around each of
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS completed), [yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] next 2 sts, working in front of 2 fptr just made,
321/2 inches wide x 42 inches long twice (see illustrations C–E—dc completed), rep fptr around each of 2 sk sts, fptr around each
from * as indicated. of next 2 sts, sk next st, fptr around next st,
MATERIALS A A working in front of fptr just made, fptr around
• Berroco Vintage DK light (DK) sk st, place marker (see Pattern Notes) in last
weight acrylic/wool/nylon yarn st just made** (Cable panel completed), [sk next
(31/2 oz/290 yds/100g per skein): 2 sts, fptr around each of next 2 sts, working
7 skeins #2132 sky blue B
behind 2 fptr just made, fptr around each of 2 sk
B
• Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or size needed sts, sk next 2 sts, fptr around each of next 2 sts,
to obtain gauge working in front of fptr just made, fptr in each
• Tapestry needle of 2 sk sts] 5 times, place marker in the last st
• Stitch markers C C just made* (Honeycomb panel completed), rep
from * to * once, rep from * to ** once more,
GAUGE
[fpdc around next st, bpdc around next st] 5
14 dc = 4 inches; 8 rows = 4 inches
times, hdc in top of beg ch-2, turn. (2 Ribbing
Take time to check gauge. D D Bands, 3 Cable panels, 2 Honeycomb panels)
PAT T E R N N O T E S Row 8: Ch 2, [fpdc around next st, bpdc around
Throw is worked in one piece working in next st] 5 times, *bpdc around each of next 2
rows from the bottom up beginning with a sts, sk next 2 sts, bptr (see Stitch Guide) around
E E
chainless foundation stitch, which completes each of next 2 sts, working behind 2 bptr just
the foundation chain and first row of double made, bptr around each of 2 sk sts, bptr around
crochet at once. each of next 2 sts, bpdc around each of next 2
Throw is made alternating between two cable sts** (Cable panel completed), bpdc around each
First Foundation Next Foundation
panels with ribbing for the border; markers are Double Crochet Double Crochet
of next 40 sts* (Honeycomb panel completed),
used to indicate when a section panel begins rep from * to * once, rep from * to ** once more,
and ends. BLANKET [fpdc around next st, bpdc around next st] 5
Chain-2 at beginning of row counts as first half Row 1 (RS): Work first foundation dc (see times, hdc in top of beg ch-2, turn.
double crochet unless otherwise stated. Special Stitches), work 131 next foundation
Row 9: Ch 2, [fpdc around next st, bpdc
dc (see Special Stitches), turn. (132 dc)
Move markers up as work progresses. around next st] 5 times, *sk next st, fptr around
Ribbing Band next st, working in front of fptr just made, fptr
SPECIAL STITCHES Row 2: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), *fpdc (see in sk st, sk next 2 sts, fptr around each of next
First foundation double crochet (first Stitch Guide) around next st, bpdc (see Stitch 2 sts, working in front of 2 fptr just made, fptr
foundation dc): Ch 2, yo, insert hook into Guide) around next st, rep from * across to last around each of 2 sk sts, fptr around each of next
2nd ch from hook (see illustration A), yo, st, hdc in last st, turn. 2 sts, sk next st, fptr around next st, working
pull up lp, yo, pull through 1 lp on hook (see in front of fptr just made, fptr in sk st** (Cable
illustration B—ch-1 completed), [yo, pull Rows 3–6: Rep row 2.
panel completed), [sk next 2 sts, fptr around
through 2 lps on hook] twice (see illustrations Cables & Honeycomb Panels each of next 2 sts, working in front of 2 fptr just
C–E—dc completed). Row 7 (RS): Ch 2, [fpdc around next st, bpdc made, fptr around each of 2 sk sts, sk next 2 sts,
Next foundation double crochet (next around next st] 5 times, place marker in last st fptr around each of next 2 sts, working behind
foundation dc): *Yo, insert hook in last ch-1 made, *sk next st, fptr (see Stitch Guide) around
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 Kaleidoscope Jacket
D E S I G N B Y L E N A S K VAG E R S O N F O R A N N I E’ S S I G N AT U R E D E S I G N S

A colorful little circle jacket

reminiscent of the popular kaleidoscope toy!

EASY
JAC K E T Circle measures approximately 11 inches
C I RC L E in diameter.
FINISHED SIZES
Rnd 1: Ch 6, join (see Pattern Notes) in first Size 4 ends here.
Instructions given fit child size 4 years;
ch to form ring, ch 5, [dc in ring, ch 2] 7 times,
changes for 6, 8 and 10 years are in [ ]. Sizes 6, 8 & 10 Only
join in 3rd ch of beg ch-5. (8 dc, 8 ch sps)
When only 1 number is given, it applies to Rnd [10]: Ch 3, [dc in each of next 10 sc, 2 dc
all sizes. Rnd 2: Ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch-1), dc in in next sc] around to last sc, dc in last sc, join
first ch sp, ch 1, [dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next in top of beg ch-3. ([122] dc)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS ch sp, ch 1] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4. Circle measures approximately 12 inches
To fit chest: 23 inches (4 years) [25 inches (16 dc) in diameter.
(6 years), 261/2 inches (8 years), 28 inches
Rnd 3: Ch 1 (counts as first st), [ch 3, sc in Size 6 ends here.
(10 years)]
next dc] around to last dc, ch 1, hdc in the first
Length: Approximately 181/2 inches (4 years) Size 8 Only
ch (counts as last ch-3 sp). (16 ch-3 sps)
[20 inches (6 years), 21 inches (8 years), Rnd [11]: Ch 1, [sc in each of next 19 dc, 2 sc
22 inches (10 years)] Rnd 4: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), [(1 tr, ch 5, in next dc] around to last dc, sc in each rem dc,
1 tr) in next ch sp] around to last sp, tr in the join in first ch at beg of rnd. ([128] sc)
Diameter: 26 inches (4 years) [28 inches
same sp as first ch, ch 2, dc in 4th ch of beg
(6 years), 291/2 inches (8 years), 31 inches Circle measures approximately 121/2 inches
ch-4 (counts as last ch-5 sp). (32 tr, 16 ch-5 sps)
(10 years)] in diameter.
Rnd 5: Ch 8, [dc in next ch sp, ch 5] around Size 8 ends here.
MATERIALS to last ch sp, dc in last ch sp, ch 2, dc in 3rd ch
• Universal Yarn Uptown DK colors of beg ch-8 (counts as last ch-5 sp). (16 ch-5 sps) Size 10 Only
light (DK) weight acrylic yarn Rnd [11]: Ch 3, [2 dc in next dc, dc in each of
(31/2 oz/273 yds/100g per ball): Rnd 6: Ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch-1), [work next 11 dc] around to last dc, dc in last dc, join
2 [3, 3, 3] balls #70304 summer days (2 dc, ch 5, 2 dc, ch 1) in 3rd ch in next sp] in 3rd ch at beg of rnd. ([132] dc)
• Size J/10/6mm crochet hook or size needed around to last sp, work (2 dc, ch 5, 1 dc) in 3rd
ch in last sp, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4. (64 dc) Circle measures approximately 131/2 inches
to obtain gauge
in diameter.
• Tapestry needle Rnd 7: Ch 1, [work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next
Size 10 ends here.
GAUGE ch-5 sp, sk 2 dc, 1 sc in ch-1 sp before next 2
13 dc = 4 inches; 8 dc rows = 4 inches dc] around to last ch-5 sp, work (3 dc, ch 2, ARMHOLES
3 dc) in last ch-5 sp, join in first ch at beg of All Sizes
Take time check gauge.
rnd. (16 petals) Rnd 1: Ch 3, dc in each of next 15 [16, 17, 18]
PATTERN NOTES sts, ch 17 [18, 20, 22], sk next 15 [16, 18, 20]
Rnd 8: Sl st in first 3 dc, sc in ch-2 sp, [ch 7,
Weave in ends as work progresses. sts, [dc in each of next 7 sts, 2 dc in next st] 6
sc in next ch-2 sp] around, ending with ch 7,
times, dc in each of next 3 [9, 9, 7] sts, ch 17
Chain-3 at beginning of round or row counts as join in first sc. (16 ch-7 sps)
[18, 20, 22], sk next 15 [16, 18, 20] sts, dc in
first double crochet unless otherwise stated.
Rnd 9: Ch 1 (counts as first sc), 6 sc in first sp, each of rem 15 [16, 17, 18] sts, join in top of
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless [7 sc in next sp] around, join in first ch at beg beg ch-3. (122 [132, 138, 142] sts and chs)
otherwise stated. of rnd. (112 sc)

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Rnd 2: Ch 4, [1 tr in next ch sp, Size 10 Only

ch 5, 1 tr in same ch sp] around to Rnd [9]: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 41 sts,
last sp, tr in the same sp as first ch, [2 dc in next dc, dc in each of next 15 dc] 10
ch 2, dc in 4th ch of beg ch-4. (132 times, 1 sc in each of rem 42 sts, join in first ch
[142, 148, 152] tr) at beg of rnd. ([254] dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 5, [dc in next ch sp, ch Rnd [10]: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 46 sts,
2] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-5. [dc in each of next 15 dc, 2 dc in next dc] 10
(66 [71, 74, 76] sps) times, 1 sc in each of rem 47 sts, join in first ch
at beg of rnd. ([264] dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 3, 3 [2, 2, 3] dc in first
sp, 3 dc in each of next 0 [1, 1, 0] EDGING
sp(s), All Sizes
[2 dc in next sp, 3 dc in each of next Rnd 1: Ch 8, sk 5 dc, dc in next dc, [ch 5, sk 5
4 {2, 2, 2} sps] around, join in 3rd ch dc, dc in next dc] around to last 5 dc, ch 2, dc
of beg ch-3. (186 [190, 198, 204] dc) in 3rd ch of beg ch-8. (36 [39, 42, 44] ch-5 sps)
Circle measures approximately 18 Rnd 2: Ch 4, [work (2 dc, ch 5, 2 dc, ch 1) in
[19, 191/2, 201/2] inches in diameter. 3rd ch in next ch-5 sp] around to last sp, in the
Rnd 5: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next same st as first ch in last sp work (2 dc, ch 5,
17 [17, 20, 21] sts, {2 dc in next dc, 1 dc), join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4. (144, [156,
dc in each of next 14 [10, 12, 15] dc} 168, 176] dc)
10 [14, 12, 10] times, 1 sc in each of Rnd 3: Ch 1, [work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next
rem 18 [18, 21, 22] sts, join in first ch-5 sp, sk 2 dc, 1 sc in ch-1 sp before next 2
ch at beg of rnd. (196 [204, 210, 214] dc] around to last ch-5 sp, work (3 dc, ch 2,
sts) 3 dc) in last ch-5 sp, join in first ch at beg of
Rnd 6: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 22 rnd. (36 [39, 42, 44] petals)
[21, 24, 26] sts, {dc in each of next Fasten off.
14 [15, 15, 15] dc, 2 dc in next dc} 10
SLEEVES
times, 1 sc in each of rem 23 [22, 25,
Rnd 1: Beg at bottom of 1 armhole opening,
27] sts, join in first ch at beg of rnd.
join in side of dc at bottom, ch 3, dc in each st
(206 [214, 220, 224] sts)
up to top of armhole, dc in side of dc at top, dc
Rnd 7: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 27 in each st to end of rnd, join in 3rd ch of beg
Circle measures approximately 12 [13, 131/2, [26, 29, 31] sts, [2 dc in next dc, dc in each of ch-3. (34 [36, 40, 44] dc)
141/2] inches in diameter. next 14 [15, 15, 15] dc] 10 times, 1 sc in each of
Rnds 2 & 3: Ch 3, dc in each dc around, join
rem 28 [27, 30, 32] sts, join in first ch at beg of
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in each of next 15 [16, 17, 18] in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
rnd. (216 [224, 230, 234] sts)
sts, 2 dc in the first ch, dc in each of next 10
Size 4 ends here. Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc dec (see Stitch Guide) in next
chs, 2 dc in next ch, dc in each of next 5 [6, 8,
2 dc, dc in each dc around to last 2 dc, dc dec
10] chs, [dc in each of next 8 sts, 2 dc in next Sizes 6, 8 & 10 Only in last 2 dc, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (32 [34,
st] 6 times, dc in each of next 3 [9, 9, 7] sts, dc Rnd [8]: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next [31, 34, 38, 42] dc)
in each of next 5 [6, 8, 10] chs, 2 dc in next ch, 36] sts, [dc in each of next [15, 15, 16] dc, 2 dc
dc in each of next 10 chs, 2 dc in last ch, dc in in next dc] 10 times, 1 sc in each of rem Rep [rnds 2–4] 4 [4, 4, 5] times. (24 [26, 30,
each of rem 15 [16, 17, 18] sts, join in 3rd ch at [32, 35, 37] sts, join in first ch at beg of rnd. 32] dc)
beg of rnd. (132 [142, 148, 152] sts) ([234, 240, 244] sts) [Rep rnd 2] until Sleeve measures 81/2 [91/2,
Circle measures approximately 13 [14, 141/2, Size 6 ends here. 101/2, 111/2] inches.
151/2] inches in diameter.
Size 8 Only Next rnd: Rep rnd 2 but adjust number of
F RO N T S Rnd [9]: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 41 sts, dc on rnd to a total of 24 [24, 30, 30] dc.
Rnd 1: Ch 1 (counts as first sc), [ch 3, sk 1 dc, [2 dc in next dc, dc in each of next 12 dc] 12
sc in next dc] around to last dc, ch 1, hdc in times, 1 sc in each of rem 42 sts, join in first ch
first ch. (66 [71, 74, 76] sps) at beg of rnd. ([252] dc)

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Cuff and tie tog with the other 2 tails. Make a tight
Rnd 1: Ch 8, 2 dc in the same st as first ch, knot and weave in the tails along the edge. A B
ch 1, [sk 5 dc, in next dc work (2 dc, ch 5, 2 dc, Rep on the other Front.
ch 1)] around, dc in the same st as first ch
Make a tassel each end by pulling 8 6-inch
on rnd, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-8. (4 [4, 5, 5]
long strands between the twisted strands
pattern reps)
right above the fold at the end on strip.
Rnd 2: Sl st in first sp, ch 3, in same sp work Fold strands double around the end of strip
(2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), sk 2 dc, 1 sc in ch-1 sp before (see illustration). Tie a strand around the
next 2 dc [in next ch-5 sp work (3 dc, ch 2, strands approximately 1/4-inch from the fold.
3 dc), sk 2 dc, 1 sc in ch-1 sp before next 2 dc] Trim ends even. C!
around, join in 3rd ch at beg of rnd. (4 [4, 5, Tassel
5] petals) 71/2 [8, 81/2, 9]" 93/4 [101/4, 103/4, 111/4]"
Fasten off.
101/2 [11, 121/4, 131/2]"
Rep Sleeve in 2nd Armhole opening.

43/4 [5, 51/2, 6]"

26 [28, 291/2, 31]"

101/2 [111/2, 121/2, 131/2]"

18 /2 [20, 21, 22]"

TA S S E L T I E S
Cut a 2-yd long strand and fold double. Holding BODY
SLEEVE
the two strands tog twist string until it resists.
Fold string double and let twist tog, and tie a
1

knot approximately 12–13 inches from the end

of strip, leaving long tails after the knot.
11 [12, 121/2, 131/2]" 71/2 [71/2, 91/4, 91/4]"
Pull 2 of the tails through a ch-2 sp at mid Front

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 tots 2 teens

Girl’s
Flower
Skirt
DESIGN BY ANNA HERSEY

Make this adorable skirt

for a little girl
who’s big on style!

EASY

FINISHED SIZES
Instructions given fit child’s size 2; changes for
4, 6 and 8 are in [ ].

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Waist: 20 inches (size 2) [21 inches (size 4),
221/4 inches (size 6), 231/2 inches (size 8)]
Length: 131/4 inches (size 2) [161/2 inches (size
4), 181/4 inches (size 6), 221/4 inches (size 8)]

MATERIALS
• Spud & Chloe Sweater medium
(worsted) weight wool/cotton yarn
(31/2 oz/160 yds/100g per skein):
1 [1, 2, 2] skein(s) #7524 chocolate milk
1 [1, 2, 2] skein(s) #7504 lake
• Sizes G/6/4mm and H/8/5mm crochet hooks
or sizes needed to obtain gauge
• Tapestry needle
GAUGE
Size G hook: 14 dc = 4 inches; 7 dc rows =
4 inches
Size H hook in shell pattern: 3 shells =
41/2 inches; 5 rows = 4 inches
Take time to check gauge.

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PATTERN NOTES Shell: 5 dc in indicated st or ch-sp of Rnd 2: With chocolate milk, ch 3 (see Pattern
Weave in ends as work progresses. indicated V-st. Notes), sc in same st as join, *ch 2, sk next 2
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless dc, sc in next dc, ch 2, sk next 2 dc, V-st (see
S K I RT
otherwise stated. Special Stitches) in next sc, rep from * to last
Waistband
shell, ch 2, sk next 2 dc, sc in next dc, ch 2, join
Chain-4 at beginning of round counts as With size G hook and chocolate milk, first
in first ch in beg ch-3.
first double crochet and chain-1 unless foundation sc (see Special Stitches), work
otherwise stated. 69 [73, 77, 81] next foundation sc (see Special Rnd 3: With lake, ch 1, sc in last sc, *shell in
Chain-3 at beginning of round in Waistband Stitches), join (see Pattern Notes) in first st being next V-st, sc in next sc, rep from * to last V-st,
counts as first double crochet unless careful not to twist. (70 [74, 78, 82] sts) shell in last V-st, join in first sc.
otherwise stated. Rnd 1: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), *sk 1, dc in [Rep rnds 2 and 3] 8 [10, 12, 14] times.
Chain-3 at beginning of round in Shell Pattern next st, ch 1, rep from * to last st, join in 3rd Fasten off.
counts as first single crochet and chain-2 ch of beg ch-4. Tie
unless otherwise stated. With lake and size H hook, work foundation sc
Rnds 2–7: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in
each st around, join in top of beg ch-3. until Tie is 38 inches long or desired length.
SPECIAL STITCHES
First foundation single crochet (first Sizes 6 & 8 Only FINISHING
foundation sc): Ch 2, insert hook in 2nd ch Rnds [8 & 9]: Rep rnd 2. Using end of yarn, close the gap between first
from hook, yo, pull up lp, yo, pull through 1 lp and last foundation sts and weave in end.
on hook (see illustration A—ch-1 completed), All Sizes Weave in other ends. Work Tie through sps of
yo, pull through both lps on hook (see Next rnd: Ch 3, dc in st at base of ch-3, dc in rnd 1 of Waistband. C!
illustrations B and C—sc completed). each st around, join in top of beg ch-3. (71 [75,

41/2 [61/4, 61/4, 83/4]"

79, 83] sts)
Next foundation single crochet (next 20 [21, 221/4, 231/2]"
foundation sc): [Insert hook in last ch-1 Next rnd: Rep last rnd, changing color
made (see illustration A), yo, pull up lp, yo, pull (see Stitch Guide) to lake in last dc, join top of
through 1 lp on hook (see illustration B—ch-1 beg ch-3. (72 [76, 80, 84] sts)
completed), yo, pull through both lps on hook
Shell Pattern SKIRT

83/4 [101/4, 12, 131/2]"

(see illustrations C and
Rnd 1: With size H hook, ch 1, sc in same st
D—sc completed)] A
as join, *sk next st, shell (see Special Stitches)
as indicated.
in next st, sk next st, sc in next st*, rep from *
V-stitch (V-st): to last 3 sts, sk next st, shell in next st, join in
(Sc, ch 2, sc) in first sc. (18 [19, 20, 21] shells, 18 [19, 20, 21] sc) 27 [281/2, 30, 311/2]"
indicated st.
B
A

My daughter Alivia
and my 6 nieces were
C the inspiration for
B this skirt. They are
all beautiful girls and
love to be outside. I
thought they all should
D
be wrapped in the
C
wonderful flowers that
they love to play in.
—Anna Hersey

First Foundation Next Foundation

Single Crochet Single Crochet

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Twilight Flower Throw

D E S I G N B Y M A R Y L AY F I E L D

A beautiful circular afghan to grace your home or body.

INTERMEDIATE Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in sp formed by joining tr, Rnd 11: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
[ch 8, sc in next ch-8 sp] around, ch 4, join beg shell in same sp, ch 4, V-st in next V-st,
FINISHED MEASUREMENT with tr in first sc. (6 ch-8 sps) ch 4, [shell in next shell, ch 4, V-st in next V-st,
48 inches in diameter ch 4] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, (sc, ch 5, sc) in sp formed by
MATERIALS joining tr, *ch 5, (sc, ch 5, sc) in next ch-8 sp, Rnd 12: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch-2 sp,
• Berroco Comfort medium (worsted) rep from * around, ch 2, join with dc in first sc. beg shell in same sp, ch 5, V-st in next V-st,
weight nylon/acrylic yarn (12 ch sps) ch 5, [shell in next shell, ch 5, V-st in next V-st,
(31/2 oz/210 yds/100g per skein): ch 5] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Rnd 4: Ch 1, (sc, ch 5, sc) in sp formed by
5 skeins #9793 boysenberry heather
joining dc, ch 5, *(sc, ch 5, sc) in next ch sp, Rnd 13: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
1 skein #9794 wild raspberry heather
ch 5, rep from * around, join in beg sc. Fasten beg shell in same sp, ch 3, sc in next ch sp,
• Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or size
off. (24 ch sps) ch 3, V-st in next V-st, ch 3, sc in next ch sp,
needed to obtain gauge
ch 3, [shell in next shell, ch 3, sc in next ch sp,
• Tapestry needle Rnd 5: Join boysenberry heather with sc in
ch 3, V-st in next V-st, ch 3, sc in next ch sp,
any ch sp, [ch 6, sc in next ch sp] around, ch 3,
GAUGE ch 3] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (48 ch
join with dc in first sc. (24 ch sps)
Rnds 1–4 = 33/4 inches in diameter sps, 12 shells, 12 V-sts)
Rnd 6: Beg V-st (see Special Stitches) in sp
PAT T E R N N O T E S Rnd 14: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
formed by joining dc, ch 1, [V-st (see Special
Weave in loose ends as work progresses. beg shell in same sp, ch 6, sk next 2 ch sps,
Stitches) in next ch sp, ch 1] around, join in 3rd
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless V-st in next V-st, ch 6, sk next 2 ch sps, [shell
ch of beg ch-5. (24 V-sts, 24 ch sps)
otherwise stated. in next shell, ch 5, V-st in next V-st, ch 5]
Rnd 7: Sl st in next ch sp, beg shell (see around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (24 ch sps,
Chain-5 at beginning of round counts as first
Special Stitches), V-st in ch-2 sp of next V-st, 12 shells, 12 V-sts)
double crochet and chain-2 space unless
[shell (see Special Stitches) in ch-2 sp of next
otherwise stated. Rnd 15: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
V-st, V-st in ch-2 sp of next V-st] around, join
Chain-3 at beginning of round counts as first beg shell in same sp, ch 4, sc in next ch sp,
in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (12 shells, 12 V-sts)
double crochet unless otherwise stated. ch 4, V-st in next V-st, ch 4, sc in next ch sp,
Rnd 8: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch-2 sp, ch 4, [shell in next shell, ch 4, sc in next ch sp,
SPECIAL STITCHES beg shell in same sp, ch 1, V-st in ch-2 sp of ch 4, V-st in next V-st, ch 4, sc in next ch sp,
Beginning V-stitch (beg V-st): Ch 5 (see next V-st, ch 1, [shell in ch-2 sp of next shell, ch 4] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (48 ch
Pattern Notes), dc in indicated sp. ch 1, V-st in ch-2 sp of next V-st, ch 1] around, sps, 12 shells, 12 V-sts)
V-stitch (V-st): (Dc, ch 2, dc) in indicated sp. join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (24 ch sps, 12 shells,
Rnd 16: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
Beginning shell (beg shell): Ch 3 (see 12 V-sts)
beg shell in same sp, ch 4, 2 dc in next sc,
Pattern Notes), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in indicated sp. Rnd 9: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch-2 sp, ch 4, V-st in next V-st, ch 4, 2 dc in next sc,
Shell: (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in indicated sp. beg shell in same sp, ch 2, V-st in next V-st, ch ch 4, [shell in next shell, ch 4, 2 dc in next sc,
2, [shell in next shell, ch 2, V-st in next V-st, ch ch 4, V-st in next V-st, ch 4, 2 dc in next sc,
T H ROW
2] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. ch 4] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Rnd 1: With wild raspberry heather, ch 8, join
(see Pattern Notes) in first ch to form ring, ch 1, Rnd 10: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch-2 sp, Rnd 17: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
sc in ring, [ch 8, sc in ring] 5 times, ch 4, join beg shell in same sp, ch 3, V-st in next V-st, beg shell in same sp, ch 3, V-st in sp between
with tr in first sc (counts as ch-8 sp). (6 ch-8 sps) ch 3, [shell in next shell, ch 3, V-st in next V-st, next 2 dc, ch 3, shell in ch-2 sp of next V-st,
ch 3] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. ch 3, V-st in sp between next 2 dc, ch 3, [shell

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in next shell, ch 3, V-st in sp between next 2 off. (48 shells,

dc, ch 3, shell in ch-2 sp of next V-st, ch 3, V-st 48 ch sps)
in sp between next 2 dc, ch 3] around, join in
Rnd 31: Sl st in next
3rd ch of beg ch-3. (48 ch sps, 24 shells,
st, sl st in next ch sp,
24 V-sts)
beg shell in same sp, ch
Rnds 18–20: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch 4, sc in next ch sp,
sp, beg shell in same sp, ch 3, V-st in next V-st, ch 4, [shell in next shell,
ch 3, [shell in next shell, ch 3, V-st in next V-st, ch 4, sc in next ch sp, ch
ch 3] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. 4] around, join in 3rd ch
of beg ch-3. (96 ch sps,
Rnd 21: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
48 shells)
beg shell in same sp, *ch 3, sc in next ch sp,
ch 3, V-st in next V-st, ch 3, sc in next ch sp, Rnd 32: Sl st in next
ch 3**, shell in next shell, rep from * around, st, sl st in next ch sp,
ending last rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg beg shell in same sp,
ch-3. (96 ch sps, 48 shells, 48 V-sts) ch 4, dc in next sc,
ch 4, [shell in next shell,
Rnd 22: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
ch 4, dc in next sc, ch 4]
beg shell in same sp, ch 5, V-st in next V-st,
around, join in 3rd ch
ch 5, [shell in next shell, ch 5, V-st in next V-st,
of beg ch-3. (96 ch sps,
ch 5] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
48 shells, 48 dc)
(48 ch sps, 24 shells, 24 V-sts)
Rnd 33: Sl st in next
Rnds 23 & 24: Rep rnds 21 and 22.
st, sl st in next ch sp,
Rnd 25: Rep rnd 21. At end of rnd, beg shell in same sp, ch
fasten off. 4, 2 dc in next dc, ch 4, [shell in next shell, ch ch 3, [shell in next shell, ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc)
4, 2 dc in next dc, ch 4] around, join in 3rd ch in sp between 2nd and 3rd sts of next 4-dc
Rnd 26: Join wild raspberry heather in ch-2
of beg ch-3. (96 ch sps, 96 dc, 48 shells) group, ch 3] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
sp of first shell, beg shell in same sp, ch 5,
(144 ch sps, 96 dc, 48 shells)
shell in ch-2 sp of next V-st, ch 5, [shell in next Rnd 34: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
shell, ch 5, shell in ch-2 sp of next V-st, ch 5] beg shell in same sp, ch 4, 3 dc in sp between Rnd 40: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (48 ch sps, next 2 dc, ch 4, [shell in next shell, ch 4, 3 dc in beg shell in same sp, ch 3, sk next ch sp, (dc,
48 shells) sp between next 2 dc, ch 4] around, join in 3rd {ch 3, dc} twice) in next ch sp, ch 3, sk next ch
ch of beg ch-3. (144 dc, 96 ch sps, 48 shells) sp, [shell in next shell, ch 3, sk next ch sp, (dc,
Rnd 27: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
{ch 3, dc} twice) in next ch sp, ch 3, sk next ch
beg shell in same sp, ch 4, sc in next ch sp, Rnd 35: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
sp] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (192 ch
ch 4, [shell in next shell, ch 4, sc in next ch sp, beg shell in same sp, ch 4, 4 dc in center st of
sps, 144 dc, 48 shells)
ch 4] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (96 ch next 3-dc group, ch 4, [shell in next shell,
sps, 48 shells) ch 4, 4 dc in center st of next 3-dc group, ch 4] Rnd 41: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (192 dc, beg shell in same sp, ch 2, sk next ch sp, (dc,
Rnd 28: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
96 ch sps, 48 shells) ch 3, dc) in each of next 2 ch sps, ch 2, sk next
beg shell in same sp, ch 6, [shell in next shell,
ch sp, [shell in next shell, ch 2, sk next ch sp,
ch 6] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten Rnds 36–38: Sl st in next st, sl st in next
(dc, ch 3, dc) in each of next 2 ch sps, ch 2, sk
off. (48 shells, 48 ch sps) ch sp, beg shell in same sp, ch 3, 4 dc in sp
next ch sp] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
between 2nd and 3rd sts of next 4-dc group,
Rnd 29: Join boysenberry heather in ch-2 sp (192 dc, 192 ch sps, 48 shells)
ch 3, [shell in next shell, ch 3, 4 dc in between
of first shell, beg shell in same sp, ch 4, sc in
2nd and 3rd sts of next 4-dc group, ch 3] Rnd 42: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
next ch sp, ch 4, [shell in next shell, ch 4, sc in
around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (96 ch sps, beg shell in same sp, *ch 2, sk next ch sp, (dc,
next ch sp, ch 4] around, join in 3rd ch of beg
48 4-dc groups, 48 shells) ch 3, dc) in next ch sp, dc in sp between next
ch-3. (96 ch sps, 48 shells)
2 dc, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next ch sp, ch 2, sk next
Rnd 39: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp,
Rnd 30: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp, ch sp**, shell in next shell, rep from * around,
beg shell in same sp, ch 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in sp
beg shell in same sp, ch 7, [shell in next shell, ending last rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
between 2nd and 3rd sts of next 4-dc group,
ch 7] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten (240 dc, 192 ch sps, 48 shells)

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Rnds 43–48: Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp, beg shell in same sp,
*ch 2, sk next ch sp, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next ch sp, sk next dc, dc in next dc,
(dc, ch 3, dc) in next ch sp, ch 2, sk next ch sp**, shell in next shell, rep
from * around, ending last rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. At end of
last row, fasten off.
Rnd 49: Join wild raspberry heather in ch-2 sp of first shell, beg shell
in same sp, *ch 2, sk next ch sp, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next ch sp, sk next dc,
dc in next dc, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next ch sp, ch 2, sk next ch sp**, shell in
next shell, rep from * around, ending last rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3. Fasten off.
Trim
Join wild raspberry heather with sc in ch-2 sp of any shell on rnd 49,
ch 4, sc in same sp, *ch 4, sc in next ch sp on rnd 49, ch 4, sc in next
ch sp on rnd before last between next 2 dc on last rnd, [ch 4, sc in
corresponding sp on rnd below] 9 times, ch 4, sc in sp between 2nd and
3rd dc of 4-dc group on rnd below, ch 4, sk next dc on rnd above, sc in
next ch sp, [ch 4, sc in corresponding sp on rnd above] 9 times, ch 4, sc
in next sp on rnd 49 above, ch 4**, (sc, ch 4, sc) in ch-2 sp of next shell,
rep from * around, ending last rep at **, join in beg sc. Fasten off. C!

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 Rustic Charm Blanket
D E S I G N BY TA N I S G A L I K

Numerous Tunisian crochet stitches and textures create a thick,

cozy afghan perfect for cuddling under while watching your favorite movie.
It is worked in one piece so no sewing is required.

INTERMEDIATE SPECIAL STITCHES Tunisian Knit Stitch (TKS): Insert hook from
Subsequent Foundation Row: With front through to back of work between vertical
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS indicated color and size K hook, sl st in bars of next st, yo, pull up a lp.
Width: 55 inches corner ch of previous stripe and loosely work
Length: 57 inches indicated number of chs.
First stripe work loops off hook (work lps
MATERIALS off hook): Yo, pull through 1 lp on hook
• Premier Yarns Deborah Norville (see A of illustration), [yo, pull through 2 lps on
Collection medium (worsted) Tunisian Knit Stitch
hook (see B of illustration)] across until 1 lp rem
weight acrylic yarn (4 oz/203 yds/ on hook. Last lp on hook counts as first st of Puff stitch (puff st): [Yo, insert hook from
113g per skein): next row. front through to back of fabric in next TKS, yo,
7 skeins each #10 aubergine, #14 caramel, draw up lp] 5 times, yo, draw through 10 lps
A
#02 cream on hook, ch 1.
• Size J/10/6mm Tunisian crochet hook or size
Tunisian Full Stitch (TFS): Insert hook
needed to obtain gauge
through work from front to back under all
• Size K/101/2/6.5mm crochet hook or size B
strands of next horizontal bar, yo, pull lp
needed to obtain gauge
through (see illustration).
• Tapestry needle
GAUGE
Work Loops Off Hook
14 sts = 4 inches; 16 rows = 4 inches
Additional stripe return pass (add stripe
PATTERN NOTES
ret): [Yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] across Tunisian Full Stitch
When counting stitches it is best to count
until 1 lp rem on hook.
loops on the hook before working the
Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS): Insert BLANKET
return pass.
hook under front strand of next vertical bar WA F F L E S T R I P E
First stitch on hook is included in stitch
from right to left (see illustration), yo, pull First Foundation Row: With aubergine
counts, but is not referred to in the row by row
lp through. and size K crochet hook, loosely ch 23.
instructions.
The last stitch of every row should be worked A. Do not sk first ch, pull up a lp in back
as a Tunisian knit stitch, bump (see illustration) of each ch across
inserting the hook under (24 lps on hook),
2 outer strands of yarn
to back of work, and
then pulling up the final
Tunisian Simple Stitch
loop (see illustration).
Last Stitch of Row
Back Bar of Chain

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Rows 2–5: lp from ch edge of corresponding row of

previous stripe,
A. TSS (see Special Stitches) across, lift lp
from ch edge of corresponding row of B. work add stripe ret.
previous stripe,
Row 7:
B. work add stripe ret.
A. TKS across with TKS in ch-1 sp on top of
Row 6: (Can be worked with standard hook if puff sts from previous row, lift lp from ch
desired.) Ch 2, draw up lp in 2nd ch from hook, edge of corresponding row of previous
draw up lp from each of next 3 vertical bars stripe,
(5 lps on hook), yo, draw through all lps on
hook, *ch 1, (creates “eye” at base of ch), insert B. work add stripe ret.
hook in eye, yo, draw up lp, insert hook under Rows 8–11: Rep row 2.
same vertical bar as last vertical bar and draw
up lp, draw up lp from each of next 2 vertical Row 12:
bars (5 lps on hook), yo, draw through all lps A. 2 TKS, 1 puff st, *5 tks, 1 puff st, rep from
on hook, rep from * across, ending with 5th * across, ending with 1 puff st, 2 TKS, lift
lp of last rep drawn through next st in side of lp from ch edge of corresponding row of
previous stripe, yo, draw through all 5 lps, turn. previous stripe,
B. work lps off hook (see Special Stitches). Row 7: Ch 1, 2 hdc in each eye across, hdc in B. work add stripe ret.
last st. (31 sts)
Row 1: Row 13: Rep row 7.
Row 8:
A. TFS (see Special Stitches) under horizontal Rep rows 2–13 until current stripe measures
A. Draw up lp in first st at base of lp on the same as previous one.
strands in first sp before first vertical bar,
hook, draw up 30 lps evenly across, draw
[TFS in each sp before next vertical bar] Last Row: Sl st in each st across as if to TKS.
lp through in next st in side of previous
across, to last 2 sts, sk next sp, work last
stripe, (33 lps on hook) NEXT STRIPES
st (see Pattern Notes),
B. work add stripe ret. Waffle Stripe
B. work lps off hook. Row 1: With aubergine and K hook, work
Rep rows 2–8 until current stripe measures the
Row 2: same as previous one. Subsequent Foundation Row with 23 chs.

A. Sk first sp, [TFS in each sp before next Last Row: Sl st in each st across as if to TSS. A. Sk first ch, pull up a lp in back bump of
vertical bar] across, to last st, work last st, 2nd and next chs across, lift lp under
TUNISIAN KNIT STITCH & ch edge of corresponding row previous
B. work lps off hook. PUFF STRIPE stripe, (24 lps on hook)
Rep Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures Row 1: With cream and K hook, work
Subsequent Foundation Row with 30 chs. B. Work add stripe ret.
62 inches (243 rows) or desired length.
A. Sk first ch, pull up a lp in back bump of Rem rows: Work as for first Waffle Stripe.
Sl st in each st across as if to TKS (see
Special Stitches). 2nd and next chs across, lift lp under ch With caramel, make another TSS and
edge of corresponding row of previous Marguerite Stripe.
TUNISIAN SIMPLE STITCH stripe, (31 lps on hook) With cream, make another TKS and Puff Stripe
& M A RG U E R I T E S T R I P E
Row 1: With caramel and K hook, work B. work add stripe ret. With aubergine, make another Waffle Stripe.
Subsequent Foundation Row (see Special Rows 2–5: EDGING
Stitches) with 32 chs. Rnd 1: With RS facing, aubergine, and K
A. TKS across, draw lp from ch edge of
A. Sk first ch, pull up a lp in back bump of crochet hook, sc evenly around with 3 sc in
corresponding row of previous stripe,
2nd and next chs across, lift lp from ch each corner. Sl st in first sc, turn.
edge of corresponding row of previous B. work add stripe ret.
Rnd 2: With WS facing, work reverse sc (See
stripe, (33 lps on hook) Row 6: Stitch Guide) in each sc, sl st in first sl st. Fasten
B. work add stripe ret (see Special Stitches). off. Weave in ends. C!
A. *5 TKS, 1 puff st (see Special Stitches),
rep from * across, ending with 5 TKS, lift
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Encore & Bravo

Continued from page 31

same st, yo and draw through all lps on hook STITCH KEY
3 5
(counts as first 3-tr cl), (ch 5, 3-tr cl—see Chain (ch) 4
Special Stitches) in same st, *ch 5, sk next 4 sc,
Slip stitch (sl st) 2
sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 5, sk next 4 sc**,
(3-tr cl, ch 5, 3-tr cl) in next sc, rep from * Single crochet (sc)
1
around, ending last rep at **, join in top of
first 3-tr cl. (8 3-tr cl, 8 sc). Fasten off taupe. C! Double crochet (dc)

3-double crochet
cluster (3-dc cl)

3-treble crochet
cluster (3-tr cl)

Bravo
Motif Stitch Diagram
Note: Reps shown in gray.

Cherished Cables Blanket

Continued from page 65

2 fptr just made, fptr around each of 2 sk

sts] 5 times* (Honeycomb panel completed),
rep from * to * once, rep from * to ** once
more, [fpdc around next st, bpdc around

t it!
next st] 5 times, hdc in top of beg ch-2, turn.
Row 10: Rep row 8. Croche
!
Knit it
Rows 11–86: [Rep rows 7–10
consecutively] 19 times.
Rows 87–89: Rep rows 7–9.
Row 90: Ch 2, [fpdc around next st, bpdc
Discover a Kit-of-
around next st] 5 times, bpdc around each
st across to ribbing, removing markers as
the-Month Club for
work progresses, [fpdc around next st, CROCHETERS
bpdc around next st] 5 times, hdc in top of
beg ch-2, turn. & KNITTERS!
Ribbing Band
Rows 91–95: [Rep row 2] 5 times.
Fasten off.
FINISHING
Weave in ends. Block lightly, if desired. C!
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Thread
Crochet Gauge* Ranges 5 sts and
in Single Crochet to 32–42 sts 21–32 sts 16–20 sts 12–17 sts 11–14 sts 8–11 sts 6–9 sts fewer
4 inches
Recommended Hook in 1.5– 2.25– 3.5– 4.5– 5.5– 6.5– 9– 16mm and
Metric Size Range 2.25mm 3.5mm 4.5mm 5.5mm 6.5mm 9mm 16mm larger
Steel 8–1
Recommended Hook– K101/2 to
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Hook B1

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Reverse single crochet (reverse
beg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . begin/begins/beginning sc): Ch 1, sk first st, working from
bpdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back post double crochet left to right, insert hook in next st
bpsc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .back post single crochet from front to back, draw up lp on
bptr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .back post treble crochet hook, yo and draw through both
CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . contrasting color lps on hook .
ch(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .chain(s)
ch- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . refers to chain or space
previously made (i .e ., ch-1 space) Chain (ch): Yo, pull Front loop (front lp) Slip stitch (sl st): Insert
ch sp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . chain space(s) through lp on hook . Back loop (back lp) hook in st, pull through
cl(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cluster(s)
cm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . centimeter(s)
Front Loop Back Loop both lps on hook .
dc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double crochet (singular/plural)
dc dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double crochet 2 or more
stitches together, as indicated
dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . decrease/decreases/decreasing
dtr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double treble crochet
ext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .extended Single crochet (sc):
fpdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post double crochet Insert hook in st, yo, Front post stitch (fp):
fpsc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post single crochet pull through st, yo, Back post stitch (bp): Chain color change
fptr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post treble crochet pull through both When working post st, (ch color change)
g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . gram(s) lps on hook . insert hook from right Yo with new color,
hdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . half double crochet to left around post of st draw through last lp
hdc dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . half double crochet 2 or more on previous row . on hook .
stitches together, as indicated Back Front
inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . increase/increases/increasing
lp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .loop(s)
Post
MC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .main color of
mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .millimeter(s) Stitch
oz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ounce(s)
pc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . popcorn(s) Double crochet
rem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . remain/remains/remaining Half double crochet color change
rep(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .repeat(s) (hdc): Yo, insert hook (dc color change)
rnd(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . round(s) in st, yo, pull through
RS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right side
Drop first color, yo
st, yo, pull through all 3 with new color, draw
sc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single crochet (singular/plural)
lps on hook . through last 2 lps of st .
sc dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .single crochet 2 or more
stitches together, as indicated
sk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .skip/skipped/skipping
sl st(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . slip stitch(es)
sp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . space(s)/spaced Double crochet (dc):
st(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . stitch(es) Yo, insert hook in st,
tog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .together yo, pull through st,
tr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . treble crochet [yo, pull through 2 lps]
trtr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .triple treble twice .
WS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . wrong side Treble crochet (tr):
yd(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yard(s) Yo twice, insert hook
yo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yarn over in st, yo, pull through
st, [yo, pull through 2
YA R N C O N V E R S I O N
lps] 3 times .
OUNCES TO GRAMS GRAMS TO OUNCES
1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 .4 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7/8 Double treble
2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 .7 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/3 crochet (dtr): Yo 3
3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 .0 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13/4
4 . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 .4 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . 31/2 times, insert hook in
st, yo, pull through st,
U N I T E D S T AT E S UNITED KINGDOM
[yo, pull through 2 lps]
4 times .
sl st (slip stitch) = sc (single crochet)
sc (single crochet) = dc (double crochet)
hdc (half double crochet) = htr (half treble crochet)
dc (double crochet) = tr (treble crochet)
tr (treble crochet) = dtr (double treble crochet)
dtr (double treble crochet) = ttr (triple treble crochet)
skip = miss

Single crochet Half double crochet Double crochet

decrease (sc dec): decrease (hdc dec): decrease (dc dec): (Yo, Treble crochet
(Insert hook, yo, draw lp (Yo, insert hook, yo, insert hook, yo, draw lp decrease (tr dec): Hold-
through) in each of the draw lp through) through, yo, draw through ing back last lp of each
sts indicated, yo, draw in each of the sts 2 lps on hook) in each of st, tr in each of the sts in-
through all lps on hook . indicated, yo, draw the sts indicated, yo, draw dicated, yo, pull through
through all lps on hook . through all lps on hook . all lps on hook .

Example of 2-sc dec Example of 2-hdc dec Example of 2-dc dec Example of 2-tr dec

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 Crochet! at a glance

beginner’s corner easy as 1-2-3 learn it! do it! done in one

Trellis Beanie, Aspen Gold Afghan, Tunisian Basket-Weave One-Skein Headband
page 11 page 12 Baby Blanket, page 19 & Mitts, page 21

done in one
One-Skein Crescent
Shawl, page 25

Boho Tunic, Mandarin Magic, Diane Vest, Turning Leaf Vest,

page 35 page 37 page 40 page 42

Messenger Bag, Shades of Autumn Tunisian Colorwork Crunch Stitch Jacket,

page 50 Cowl, page 57 Cowl, page 58 page 47

Solomon’s Splendor Girls’ Flower Skirt,

Wrap, page 53 page 70

Hallie Infinity Scarf, Cherished Cables Kaleidoscope Jacket, Twilight Flower Rustic Charm Blanket,
page 61 Blanket, page 64 page 67 Throw, page 72 page 77

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 A N N I E ’S O N L I N E V I D E O C L A S S E S

Learn to Tunisian Crochet

Instructor Kim Guzman

Learn to
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Tunisian Crochet

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In this online video class you’ll learn:
• The basics about Tunisian crochet hooks
• How to work the Tunisian foundation row by
opening and closing stitches
• The basic Tunisian stitches: the Tunisian Simple
exclusive crochet
Stitch, Tunisian Knit Stitch and Tunisian Purl Stitch projects included
as part of the class
• How to bind off, work ribbing, seam, felt and more! curriculum

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