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Crochet Tiger Chart or Graph! Two Versions!

2008-05-26T23:00:00.018-04:00

Tiger, tiger, burning bright
In the forests of the night,
What immortal hand or eye
Dare frame thy fearful symmetry?

... William Blake

The Bengal tiger is a large, striped cat from India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and Burma. It lives in a variety of habitats, including rain forests and dense grasslands. The Bengal tiger can live to about 18 years in captivity, and probably a few years less in the wild. Bengal tigers are mostly solitary, but sometimes travel in groups of 3 or 4. These tigers are in danger of extinction due to over-hunting by poachers.
Male Bengal tigers are up to 10 ft long; females are up to 9 ft long. The tail is about 3 feet long. The fur is usually orange-brown with black stripes. The fur on the belly is white with black stripes. White Bengal tigers (with white fur and black stripes) are very rare in the wild. You usually see them in Las Vegas acts. Tigers have long, sharp teeth in powerful jaws.

I had two requests from my friends over at Crochetville for a graph of a tiger. I designed one to be very realistic and the other as more of a line drawing for an easier chart.

These charts are under my copyright. It is for you personal use only and may not be sold nor may items made from it be sold. You may not profit from my work. Do not copy my work and put it on your website or other internet page. Instead provide a link back to my blog.http://crochetliving.blogspot.com/2008/05/crochet-tiger-chart-or-graph-two.html

I divided the realistic tiger graph into two sections for ease in use and printing. The chart is 140 squares high x 120 squares wide. If you are using sc to make this, chain 121, sc in 2nd ch from the hook and in each remaining chain. You will have 120 sc in the first row. This chart is recommended for advanced color workers or if you want to challenge yourself. There are only 4 colors involved.

The next chart is 110 squares high by 100 squares wide. In sc, chain 101, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each remaining chain. You will have 100 sc in the row.

These charts can also be found on the Original Patterns Links on Crochetville.
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Crochet Bridal Shower Four Piece Sink Set

2008-04-21T20:22:00.000-04:00

With only one skein of worsted cotton, you can make 4 different items for the bridal shower wishing well. I make mine in the order written and just had a few inches of yarn left.

This is my original pattern and I have retained all my copyrights. You may make items from the pattern for gifts. You may not sell either the pattern or items made. You may not profit from my work.

Bridal Shower Sink Set

Peaches & Crème 4 ply worsted weight yarn 100% cotton 2oz/56.7g

One skein #205 Gumdrops

Hook size: G/4.25mm

Yarn Needle

1 round plastic mesh scrubber about 4 inches across

1 7 1/2 inch by 3 inch, 12.6oz/375ml bottle of liquid dish detergent

Plate Scrubber

Note: Piece is worked in a continuous spiral without joining.

Rnd 1: Starting at the top edge of the mesh scrubber, and inserting hook somewhat horizontally and catching several plastic threads, ch 1, sc in same place, ch 3, now working evenly around scrubber (sc in scrubber, ch 3) 32 times.

Rnd 2: Working toward the center in a spiral, , evenly work, (sc in scrubber, ch3) 24 times.

Rnds 3-7: Continuing in pattern and working evenly, continue in the (sc in scrubber, ch3) pattern. Work front side only. Fasten off. Leave reverse side unworked.

Glass Washer

Rnd 1: Ch 2, 10 sc in 2nd ch from the hook. Do not join. (10)

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc. (20)

Rnd 3 -14: Sc in each sc First pouch completed. Do not end off but continue for second pouch

Rnd 15: Ch 10, skip each of next 10 sc, sc in each of 10 rem sc, sc in each of next 10 chs. (20 sc). You will now be working second pouch.

Rnd 16- 27: Sc in each sc. (20)

Rnd 28: 2 sc tog around. (10) . Fasten off with a 4 inch length. With yarn needle, weave yarn length over and under stitches, pull tight to close and stitch shut.

To use, insert thumb in one pouch and fingers in the other. Place finger side of pouch inside glass and thumb side of pouch outside glass.

Fork Scraper

Row 1: Ch 21, dc in 3^rd ch from hook, (ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch), across. (10 dc). Ch 1, Turn.

Row 2: Sc in each dc and in each ch-1 sp. ( 19 sc) Ch 2, turn.

Row 3: Dc in the first sc, (ch 1, skip next sc, dc in next sc), across. (10 dc). Ch 1, Turn.

Row 4-14: Repeat row 2 and row 3, alternately, with row 14 a sc row and not turning at end of row but continuing with the edging.

Edging: Rnd 1: Now working down side of piece, (2 sc around stem of dc, sc in side of sc) to bottom edge, (sc in ch-1 sp, sc in sc) across, working up side of piece, (2 sc around stem of dc, sc in side of sc) to top edge, (sc in ch-1 sp, sc in sc) across. Join with a sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Soap Bottle Apron

Rnd 1: Ch 4, dc in 4 th ch from the hook, ch 2, ( counts as first shell), in same sp work,

(2 dc, ch2) 4 times. Join with a sl st to top of beg ch-4. (5 shells).

Rnd 2: Sl st across to ch-2 sp, (ch 3, dc, ch 2, 2 dc), in each of next four ch-2 sps, work, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc), join to top of beg ch-3.

Rnd 3: Sl St across to ch-2 sp, (ch 3, dc, ch 2, 2 dc), in the skip next two dc, *in the sp before the next two dc, work, 2 dc, in the ch 2 sp work, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc), rep from * around. Join with a sl st to top of beg ch-3.

Row 4: (Bib) Sl St across to ch-2 sp, ch 4 (counts as a dc, ch 1), dc in ch-2 sp, ch 1, skip next dc, dc in next dc. (3 dcs separated by 2 ch-1 sps) Turn.

Row 5-6: Ch 4, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in last dc. Turn.

Row 7: Ch 12, join with a sl st to first dc to form a ring. Fasten off.

Tie: With rem yarn, chain a length of 18 inches. Fasten off.

Weave through spaces below bib. Slip 12-ch ring around detergent bottle cap and tie a bow around the bottle.

I have also posted this set on Crochetville

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Crochet Lupus Afghan with Ribbon and Butterfly Chart or Graph

2008-03-30T12:41:00.000-04:00

Lupus, the Latin word for wolf, is the name of a condition called systematic lupus erythmatosus or SLE. Why name a disease after a wolf, you ask? Well, in 1851, a doctor discovered red rashes on a woman's face that resembled wolf bites.
Lupus Related Items are HERE!

Today we know that Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when your body's immune system attacks your own tissues and organs. Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many different body systems, including your joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, heart and lungs.

The face often has a rash in the tell-tale butterfly shaped mask.

Lupus is treatable symptomatically mainly with corticosteroids and immuno-suppressants, though there is currently no cure.

I made this for a dear friend over at Crochetville. She's a real sweetheart and suffers from this debilitating illness, but you know, she's won't let this wolf at the door get inside and stop her from crocheting!!!

As with all my patterns, I retain all my copyrights. You may use this pattern for personal use only. Neither the pattern, nor the items made from it may be sold. You may not profit from my work.

LUPUS AFGHAN CHART

This chart is 70 squares across by 90 squares high.
You can use sc and an H hook with your favorite worsted weight yarn, such as Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder. Use a longer stitch, like the dc or extended double crochet for an afghan sized blanket.

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Butterfly Prayer Shawl In Filet Crochet Chart!

2008-03-12T05:19:00.000-04:00

I wanted to create a prayer shawl that symbolized change, joy, love, and metamorphosis. I chose the Butterfly.

The Butterfly is a powerful symbol in myth and religion. For early Christians, it represented the soul itself. Many pre-European populations called upon the butterfly for guidance in change, temperament, and happiness.

If you are going through changes or transitions in your life right now, study the butterfly to make these changes beneficial, joyful, and rewarding. Change is what life is made of and is necessary for spiritual growth, and accomplishment.

I hope you enjoy making this shawl. I usually work my filet charts with the extended double crochet stitch, but since this is worked vertically, and is a narrow chart, the normal dc stitch works quite well.

This is my copyrighted pattern. I reserve all rights. You may make this shawl for personal use but never for sale. The pattern may not be sold. You may not profit from my work.

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Butterflies!

BUTTERFLY PRAYER SHAWL

Size : Length 118 inches Width: 28 inches

Yarn amount 21 oz worsted weight such as Red Heart Caron Pounder or Bernat

Crochet Hooks: J(6mm) and I(5.5mm)

Gauge 10 squares x 10 rows = 9 inches

Pattern Notes:

Open Block : dc, ch2, skip 2 sts, dc in next st. Each open block is made up of (dc, ch 2, dc).

Open Blocks that are next to each other share the center st. For example:

2 open blocks = dc, ch2, dc (shared), ch 2, dc.

Solid Block : 4 dc. Each solid block is made up of 4 dcs.
Blocks that are next to each other share the center stitch. For example:

2 Blocks = 7 dc

3 Blocks= 10 dc

To figure out, this is the simple math : number of blocks x 3 plus 1

Example: For 5 blocks 3x5=15 + 1= 16 dc

Read chart this way: Odd rows read right to left

Even rows read left to right

Begin each row with ch 5 to stand as a dc and ch 2

Need Thread? All Types and Sizes Here!

Instructions:

Row 1: With J hook, ch 96, switch to I hook, dc in the 9^th ch from the hook

(counts as the first open square) *ch 2, skip 2 chs, dc in next ch*, rep between the *’s across. Turn. You will have 30 open squares.

Row 2: Ch 5 ( counts as the first dc and ch 2 now and throughout), *dc in the next dc, ch 2*, rep between the *'s across. Turn ( 30 open squares)

Row 3: Ch 5, (dc in the next dc, ch 2) 5 times, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next ch 2 sp, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next ch 2 sp, dc in next sp----at this point you will have 6 open squares and 2 solid squares--- *ch 2 dc in next dc*, rep between the *'s across. Turn.

Row 5-130: Following chart, work remainder of chart.

At this point I will let you decide how to finish the shawl. The simplest way is just to work an edging of sc around the shawl by placing 2 sc in each open square, and a sc in each dc and 5 sc in each corner. Other simple edgings are shells, picots, or reverse sc.

I Love My Westie (West Highland Terrier) Crochet Chart or Graph

2008-03-04T09:22:00.000-05:00

Did you ever buy a can of Cesar's Dog Food or take a sip of Black & White Scotch? Well, the little white pooch on the label is a West Highland Terrier. This cute little dog with the over sized head has it's roots in Scotland and is related to the Cairn Terrier. The Westie is a happy-go-lucky dog, friendly with a high self-esteem, although once in a while you'll find one that is very timid or a fighter.
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One of the gals over at Crochetville asked for a Westie graph and I obliged.
The chart is 110 squares wide x 100 squares high. You can use sc and an H hook with your favorite worsted weight yarn, such as Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder. Use a longer stitch, like the dc or extended double crochet for a afghan sized blanket.

My charts and graphs are mine and are under my copyright. You make make items for your own personal use but never for sale. You may not sell the pattern. You may not profit from my work.

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I Love My Wheaten Terrier Crochet Graph or Chart!

2008-03-03T06:27:00.001-05:00

Like Wheaton Terriers? Here are all things Wheaten!
As an all purpose farm dog, the Wheaton terrier is native to Ireland. They were bred to herd, watch and guard livestock and hunt varmints. If you have allergies or asthma, this is a good breed for you as they don't trigger antigen-antibody reactions.

One of my friends over at Crochetville asked to for a Wheaton graph to surprise her Wheaton loving parents.

The graph is 110 squares high x 110 squares wide. You can make a nice sized square if you use an H hook and worsted weight yarn, such as Red Heart Super Saver ot Caron Pounder. For a more rectangular piece, use dc or extended double crochet.

This is my copyrighted graph and I own all rights. You may make items from this chart for your own personal use but you may not sell the items or sell my graph. You may not profit from my work.

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I LOVE MY GUINEA PIG CROCHET CHART OR GRAPH!!!

2008-02-29T11:09:00.001-05:00

It's origins in acient Peru, the Guinea Pig or Cavy was brought to Europe in the 1500's where it soon became a popular pocket pet. It's a rodent, not a pig but the females are called sows, the males boars and the young'uns, pups.
The are friendly, clean and somewhat intelligent. They do make sounds , like maybe 11 of them and if they hear you open the fridge, the "Wheek!", which is a sound made just for humans and means "I want treats!"
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A friend over at Crochetville asked me for chart of this animal because although he loves dogs, his apartment rules don't allow the canine companion.

This graph is 60 squares wide x 80 squares high and will make a rectangular piece if worked in sc with an H hook and worsted weight yarn, such as Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder. Use the dc or extended double crochet for a throw sized afghan.

This graph is under my copyright and I retain all my rights under federal law. You may make items for personal use only. You may not sell any items made from my graphs nor may you sell the graph itself. You may not profit in any way from my work.

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I Love My Boston Terrier Crochet Chart or Graph

2008-02-27T21:56:00.001-05:00

My experience with the Boston Terrier has been limited to a couple that my friend Tony keeps as companion animals. Tony and his lover went on a cruise and asked if I would take care of Moishe and Sadie for 10 days. Of course! I love doggys and they were so darned cute! By the third day I was ready to mail them to Carnival Cruise Lines! For some reason they liked to tinkle on a big over-sized man chair in my parlor!All Things Boston Terrier Right Here!

One of my friends over at Crochetville asked me for a Boston Terrier graph. I think he turned cute! The chart is 110 squares x 110 squares. Using an H hook and worseted weight yarn, with sc, you can get a square piece. If you use dc or extended dc, you will get a pice big enough for an afghan.

As with all my patterns and graphs, this is for personal use only. I retain all rights under my copyright protection. You may not sell items made from it, You are not to sell my chart. You may not profit from my work.

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I Love My Pug Crochet Chart or Graph!

2008-02-26T17:54:00.001-05:00

There is mystery surrounding the origins of the Pug. They are an ancient breed and was probably first developed in the Far East. The Pug is the original Foo dog. Happy little guys, they love to eat! Pugs can easily turn into Pigs if they are overindulged. Every Pug,or Pug mix like the Puggle (half Pug half Beagle), that I've met has totally charmed the dickens off me!

I once met Altovise Davis, wife of Sammy Davis Jr. when she was staying in Philadelphia a few years ago. She has Pugs! They are not the fawn and black that we know but the rarer solid black ones. They were just darling!
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One of my friends over at Crochetville requested a Pug chart for a friend going through a bad spell. I hope this will perk up her spirits!

The graph is 100 squares wide x 110 squares high. Work it in sc with an H hook and your normal worsted weight yarn, like Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder. For an afghan sized piece, use a longer stitch, like the dc or the extended dc.

This chart is under my copyright. It is for you personal use only and may not be sold nor may items made from it be sold. You may not profit from my work.

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I Love My Shiba Inu Crochet Graph or Chart!

2008-02-25T18:21:00.000-05:00

The smallest of the Japanese native breeds of dog is the Shiba Inu. This breed was originally developed for hunting by sight and scent in the dense undergrowth of Japan's mountainous areas. He is also an excellent watchdog and companion. His frame is compact with well-developed muscles. You can visually distinguish males and females: males are masculine without coarseness, females are feminine without weakness of structure.
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A friend from Crochetville asked if I would make her a graph of her pet Shiba. I kindly obliged.

The graph is 110 squares high and 100 squares wide. Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder with an H hook would give you a squarish piece.
For and afghan sized unit, use dc or extended double crochet stitches.

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I Love My Corgi Crochet Chart or Graph!

2008-02-24T13:07:00.001-05:00

My lawyer has 2 Corgis in her office, Emmet and his son, Fitzpatrick. They like climbing up on her conference desk and are generally a very comical duo. The short little legs fascinate me!

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a long, low dog with large erect ears, a broad flat skull and a fox-like head. The tail is almost non-existent. Although there is a variety called the Cardigan that has a long tail.

The breed is hardy, highly intelligent, obedient, protective and devoted. Corgis are usually good with considerate children. They make fine guards, and excellent show and obedience dogs.
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One of my friends over at Crochetville asked me to make a graph of her Corgi. This is my take on it.The graph is 100 squares wide x 90 squares high. Use Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder with an H hook. If you use the single crochet stitch, you'll get a squarish piece. The double crochet or extended double crochet stitch will yield an afghan sized blanket.

I sincerely hope you enjoy the chart, but please respect my copyright. I retain all my rights. The graph is for your own personal use and may never be sold nor may any item made with it be sold. You may not profit from my work.

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I Love My Cairn Terrier Crochet Chart or Graph!

2008-02-23T09:13:00.000-05:00

A small, friendly, independent, shaggy little dog, the Cairn Terrier has its' roots in the Scottish Highlands. This breed became very popular in 1939 when Dorothy carried him to Oz. One of my friends over at Crochetville asked if I could make a graph of her dog and this is what I came up with. Hope he looks shaggy enough! The graph is 100 squares wide x 90 squares high. Use Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder with an H hook. If you use the single crochet stitch, you'll get a squarish piece. The double crochet or extended double crochet stitch will yield an afghan sized blanket.
If you like the Cairn Terrier, here are more things you'll like!

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I Love My Husky Crochet Graph or Chart

2008-02-22T07:31:00.001-05:00

For my next graph, I present to you the strikingly beautiful, Siberian Husky.
With it's striking masks or spectacles, and other facial markings, they tend to have a wolf-like appearance. The eyes are blue, brown or "bi-eyed" with one blue iris and the brown. The tail is shaped like a sickle. Though the breed is not related to the wolf any more closely than any other breed of dog, it is thought they maintained this appearance through isolated breeding in Siberia. They make good pets,though they are high energy and need plenty of exercise. They are not used as guard dogs because of their gentle spirit.

I got this request from one of my friends at Crochetville and was really happy to design it because the Husky is a dog I gravitate to when ever I see one in the park. The chart size is 110 squares x 110 squares. Use an H hook with your favorite worsted weight yarn. Single crochet it for a square piece or use double crochet or even better, extended double crochet stitches for an adghan sized piece.For all things Siberian Husky--->>>CLICK HERE!

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Crochet Ripple Sweater For You and Matching Ripple Sweater For Your Little Dog!

2008-02-21T09:36:00.001-05:00

I thought it would be fun to give you this vintage pattern for a ripple sweater and a matching dog sweater. I think they are adorable! You'll be like 2 Peas in a Pod! The colors in the original pattern are typically early 60's but I know that you can change the color scheme to suit your needs.

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Ripple Sweater with Matching Dog Sweater

Size: Fits a small to a medium, but using a larger hook will give you a bigger size.

Materials Required: KNITTING WORSTED WEIGHT YARN

16 ounces Antique Gold 12 ounces each Opal Blue and Sand

Crochet Hook Size J OR ANY SIZE HOOK WHICH WILL RESULT IN STITCH GAUGE BELOW

Also, you will need a K hook just for the beginning chain

GAUGE: 3sts = l inch

Row 1: With K hook, starting at neck edge with Opal Blue ch 160, switch to J hook, s c in 2nd st from hook, s c in next st, 3 s c in next st, s c in each of the next 2 sts, * skip 2 sts, sc in each of the next 2 sts, 3 s c in next st, s c in each of the next 2 sts, repeat from * across ch ending to correspond, ch 1, turn.

2nd ROW: Working in back loop of sts throughout dec 1 st (to dec: insert hook in st, pull yarn through, insert hook in next st, pull yarn through, Y 0 and work off all loops at one time), s c in next s c, * 3 s c in next s c, s c in each of the next 2 s c, skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 2 s c, repeat from * across row ending to correspond dec 1 st at end of row, drop Opal Blue ((when changing color always complete last half of st with next color), attach Sand, ch 1, turn.

Repeat 2nd row throughout working in following color scheme: next 2 rows Sand, next 2 rows Antique Gold and next 2 rows Opal Blue increasing in 1st row of each 4th stripe until there are 3 increase stripes. (Inc. Row: work in same manner but work 2 s c in s c before the center st of point,

3 s c in point and 2 s c in next s c after point).

NEXT 6 ROWS: Work even.

NEXT ROW: Start separation for Body Sections and Sleeves: Work in pattern inc over first 4 points (front), ch 15, skip next 4 points (sleeve), work inc across next 7 points (back), ch 15, skip next 4 points (sleeve), work inc over last 4 points (front).

NEXT ROW: Work even across all sts and chs (17 points).

Continue even in pattern and color scheme for 30 inches or length desired from underarm. Fasten off.

SLEEVES: Working on opposite side of underarm ch, attach yarn and work in pattern across ch and free points (5 points).

NEXT 4 ROWS: Work even in pattern and color scheme.

NEXT ROW: With same color as last row work in pattern, cut yarn. Sew sleeve seams, with matching colors.

FRONT BORDER: With Antique Gold starting at lower edge of right front work 2 s c over each stripe to top of 1st point at neck edge, 2 s c in point, then 2 s c in each remaining point, work down other edge to correspond to opposite edge, cut yarn, do not turn.

NEXT 2 ROWS: Working in back loop of sts work s c in each s c in each row, cut yarn. Work in pattern across lower edge of coat, fasten off.

Ripple Dog Sweater

Size: 14 and 19 inch length from back of neck to tail

Materials Required: Knitting Worsted Weight Yarn 2 ounces Sand, Opal Blue and Antique Gold

Crochet Hook Size J OR ANY SIZE HOOK WHICH WILL RESULT IN STITCH GAUGE BELOW

GAUGE: 3 sts = 1 inch

Directions are given for a 14 inch length. 19 inch length is given in parentheses.

Row 1-2: With Opal Blue ch 48 (69). Work first 2 rows same as Coat on this page but join all rows and ch 1 to turn each row.

NEXT 6 (8) ROWS: Repeat the 2nd row of coat following same color scheme.

9th (11th) ROW: Same as inc row of coat.

NEXT 4 (6) ROWS: Work even.

14th (18th) ROW: START LEG OPENINGS: With Opal Blue (Antique Gold) work across 1st 1 (2) points. There are 9 (18) sts, ch 1, turn.

NEXT 1 (3) ROWS: Work even dec 1 st beg and end of row, cut yarn (side section), turn. Skip next 11 s c of last long row for leg opening, attach Opal Blue (Antique Gold) in next s c, s c in same space, s c in each of the next 2 s c, * 3 s c in next s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, repeat from * once (twice), 3 s c in next s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, ch 1, turn.

NEXT 1 (3) ROWS: Work in pattern across these sts dec 1 st at beg and end of each row (back section), cut yarn, turn. Skip next 11 sts of last long row, attach yarn in next s c, work side to correspond to 1st side, cut yarn, turn.

16th (22nd) ROW: Attach Sand (Sand) in 1st s c, working across all sections dec in 1st 2 sts of 1st section, then work across 1st section ending with s c in each of the last 4 s c, ch 7, s c in 1st s c of back section, s c in each of the next 3 s c, continue in pattern across back section ending with s c in each of the last 4 sts, ch 7, s c in 1st st of other side section, s c in each of the next 3 s c, 3 s c in next s c, continue in pattern across section dec in last 2 sts, ch 1, join, turn.

NEXT 10 (14) ROWS: Working over ch in 1st row work in pa'tern following color scheme and joining each round.

27th (37th) ROW: Work even in pattern but do not join, ch 1, turn.

NEXT 5 ROWS: Repeat last row.

33rd (43rd) ROW: Dec in 1st 2 sts, dec in next 2 sts, work in pattern across row ending to correspond, ch 1, turn.

34th (44th) ROW: Dec in 1st 2 sts, dec in next 2 sts, 1 s c in each of the next 3 s c, skip next 2 s c, 1 s c in each of the next 3 s c, 3 s c in next s c, continue across row in pattern ending to correspond, ch 1, turn.

35th (45th) ROW: Dec in 1st 2 sts, 1 s c in each of the next

2 s c, skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, continue across row in pattern ending to correspond, ch 1, turn.

36th (46th) ROW: Dec in 1st 2 sts, skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, continue across row in pattern ending to correspond, ch 1, turn.

37th (47th) ROW: Dec in first 2 sts, dec in next 2 sts, s c in next s c, 3 s c in next s c, continue in pattern across row ending to correspond, cut yarn. With wrong side of work toward you attach Opal Blue (Antique Gold) at separation, sl st in each row, work in pattern across the s c, sl st in each row on opposite side, join, cut yarn.

LEG SECTION FOR SMALL SIZE: Work as follows: with right side of work and center seam toward you and neck edge to top, attach Opal Blue in first Sand row of leg opening to right of seam, 2 s c in same space, 2 s c in next Opal Blue row, skip next 2 s c, 1 s c in each of the next 3 s c, 3 s c in center st of point, s c in each of the next 3 s c, skip next 2 s c, 3 s c over side of Blue row, 3 s c in Sand row (inc point), s c in next Sand row, 1 s c at base of next 2 sts, skip next 2 sts, 1 s c in each of the next 2 sts, 2 s c in next st, join, ch 1 to turn each row.

NEXT ROW: With Sand 2 s c in 1st s c, s c in each of the next 2 s c, * skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, 3 s c in next s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, repeat from * once, skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 2 s c. 2 s c in next s c, ch 1, turn. Repeat last row once.

NEXT ROW: s c in each of the first 3 s c, * skip next 2 s c, s c in next s c, dec in next 2 s c, 3 s c in next s c, dec in next 2 s c, s c in next s c, repeat from * once, skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 3 sts.

NEXT ROW: S c in each of the next 2 s c, * skip next 2 s c, s c in each of the next 2 sts, 3 s c in next s c, 1 s c in each of the next 2 sts, repeat from * once, skip next 2 s c, 1 s c in each of the next 2 sts.

NEXT ROW: 2 s c in 1st s c, * skip next 2 s c, 1 s c in each of the next 2 s c, 3 s c in next s c, s c in each of the next 2 s c, repeat from * once, skip next 2 s c, 2 s c in next s c.

NEXT ROW: Sl st loosely in each st, join, cut yarn. Work other leg but start at end of first row and work to beg of row. Work remainder of leg in same manner.

LEG SECTION FOR LARGE SIZE: With right side of work and center seam toward you and neck edge to top attach Antique Gold in first Sand row of leg opening to right of seam, 2 s c in same row, 2 s c in next row, 3 s c in next Opal Blue row (inc point), 2 s c in next row, s c in next s c, skip a s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, 3 s c in center st of point, s c in each of the next

3 s c, skip s c, s c in next s c, 2 s c in next Opal Blue row, 3 s c in next row (inc point), 2 s c in next row, s c in next row, s c in base of the next 3 sts,

3 s c in next st, s c in base of next 3 sts, join in first s c.

NEXT 7 ROWS: Work in pattern.

NEXT ROW: Sl st in each st, join, cut yarn. Work other leg in same manner but start at the end of 1st row and work to beg of row. Work remainder of leg in same manner.

COLLAR: (Both sizes) With wrong side of work toward you attach Antique Gold in joining at neck edge, 3 s c in same space, working on opposite side of starting ch, * 2 s c in next st, s c in next st, ch 2, skip next st, s c in next

s c, 2 s c in next st, 3 s c over next ch 2, repeat from * all around omitting the 3 s c group in last repeat, join, ch 1, turn.

NEXT ROW: Sc in each of the next 3 s c, * skip next ch 2, s c in each of the next 4 s c, 3 s c in next s c, s c in each of the next 4 s c, repeat from * across row ending to correspond, join, cut yarn.

POMPONS: Make 1 of each color. Wind yarn 50 times over a 3/4 inch cardboard. Tie one end, cut other end. Trim into shape. Tie tog and fasten to sweater as illustrated.

CORD: Take two 1 and 1/2 yd. lengths of Opal Blue. Twist tightly, fold in half and let twist itself. Tie ends. Lace through holes of Sand row at neck edge.

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Additional Information about this pattern:

In my personal library, I have a booklet called Ripples, Knitted and Crocheted. The size of the booklet is 5 1/4 inch by 7 5/8 inch. In the upper left hand corner is American Thread Company.Below that is Star Book No. 183. In the upper right hand corner is 29 (cents). There is no copyright date.
However I have reformatted, and cleaned up the type and made adjustments to the original pattern. I have cleaned up the photos and drew on them.
The pattern above is my re-worked pattern.My HTML arrangement of these patterns and my added instructions and re-worked photos 2008 by Maria Merlino

I Love My Weimaraner Crochet Chart or Graph!

2008-02-20T14:19:00.000-05:00

The subject of many of William Wegman's photos, the Weimaraner is a German hunting dog. Wegman has used his own pet Weimaraner in costume in all kinds of strange and different situations. These photos have gone on to be quite popular as prints and on greeting cards and have become a major factor in the publicizing of a formerly little known breed of dog.
There are lots of Weimaraner items here:Weimaraner Stuff!

My friends over at Crochetville asked for a Weimaraner to crochet and this is what came off my drawing board. The chart is 100 squares across x 90 squares high. Crochet it in worsted weight yarn with an H hook in the sc stitch. If you want an afghan sized piece, use the dc or extended double crochet. Hey! maybe you can do it in Tunisian stitch!

This pattern belongs to me and is under my copyright. You may make items for your own personal use but not for profit. Please don't violate my copyright. I enjoy creating the patterns for you to use for yourself.

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I Love My Yorkie Crochet Chart or Graph

2008-02-19T06:31:00.001-05:00

The Yorkshire Terrier is a most popular breed! In my neighborhood, Yorkies live in the lap of luxury! My good friend, Lynnie, is on her third one. The each of the first two died of natural cause at ripe old ages. The second one, Rocco, had bad teeth and had to have them removed when he was 11 years old but he thrived on soft food and loved to go shopping in a big Louis Vuitton bag. One of my friends over at Crochetville requested a Yorkie graph and here it is! The size is 100 squares across x 90 squares high. Use your favorite yarn, like Red heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder and an H hook with sc, or you could do an afghan sized blanket using the dc or extended double crochet.
Darling Yorkie Items For You!

I hope you enjoy this graph. Please respect my copyright and do not distribute my work anywhere at all. You may not make items to sell from my graphs or profit in any form. All my graphs are for your own personal use.

If you see my graph being used illegally, and you are the first to contact me, I will reward you.

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Crochet Labrador Retriever Chart or Graph!

2008-02-18T12:57:00.001-05:00

Here are four color varieties of the Labrador Retriever. My dog Cheech was in love with a black lab. He was a big galoot and they fetched sticks and tennis balls for hours. I wanted to do a graph for him and I got carried away with the colors when one of my friends over at Crochetville told me she had a Chocolate Lab. I did some research and discovered that there are two additional colors, Yellow and the rare Silver.
Get Your Lab Doggy Stuff Here!

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I Love My Greyhound Crochet Chart or Graph!

2008-02-16T07:47:00.001-05:00

My niece has rescued 2 beautiful Greyhounds! These dogs are so soft and warm. They love being couch potatoes! But, she can never take them off the leash when walking because they will RUN!!!!! I have designed a graph pattern for the Greyhound. Coincidently, my friends at Crochetville also requested a graph. The size of this chart is 100 squares high x 100 squares wide. Work the design in sc with an H hook and worsted weight yarn, like Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder. I sincerely hope you enjoy this pattern but please don't violate my copyright. Do not sell or or profit by my work.Check Out All The Greyhound Products!

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I Love My Schnauzer Crochet Graph or Chart!

2008-02-15T10:29:00.001-05:00

I got a request from one of my friends over at Crochetville for a Schnauzer graph. I was very happy to make this for her as I am very fond of all dogs.
I hope you enjoy this graph! It is 100 squares high x 100 squares wide.
You can use worsted weight yarn like Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder in the sc stitch. For a afghan sized piece, use dc or extended double crochet. I'm sure you can work this up in a filet technique also.

Schnauzer Stuff Right Here!!!
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I Love My Chihuahua Crochet Chart or Graph

2008-02-13T07:46:00.000-05:00

Due to popular demand from my friends over at Crochetville
I have designed a graph of the cutest little Chihuahua! The chart is
100 squares x 100 squares. It can be made with your normal knitting worsted and an H hook using single crochet stitch. For a longer afghan sized piece, use the extended double crochet(edc).
Hope you enjoy this pattern as I had fun designing it!
Your Chihuahua Items are just waiting for you!

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I Love My Weiner Crochet Graph or Chart!!!

2008-02-11T09:54:00.000-05:00

I was inspired to create my own version of the I "Heart" My Weiner graph that was posted over in Crochetville. I thought it was so amusing that I wanted to get in on the act. This graph is 100 squares across and 90 squares high.
Dachshund Related Prducts Are Right Here!
Use single crochet and an H hook with a worsted weight yarn like Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder.
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Crochet Cat Graph or Chart!

2008-02-07T22:54:00.001-05:00

Here is the cat graph that I have designed for the members of Crochetville.
This is just the basic graph and I will be adding to it soon! Click on the graph for the full page version.
Crochet a Cat or Kitty! Look Here!

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Giant Pinwheel Shawl

2008-01-31T15:46:00.001-05:00

There are only 3 motifs in this stunning shawl. First you crochet the large spiral, then the 2 smaller side units. Quickly overcast them together, crochet a net border, cut some some fringe and Voila! You have yourself a wearable that will spin heads as fast as a pinwheel blowing in the wind! If you want shawl patterns ---->>> Look at these Pretty Shawl Patterns!

GIANT SPIRAL SHAWL

Materials: 20 oz worsted Weight yarn such as Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder

Crochet Hook F/4mm

Gauge: 7 sc =2 inches

Large Circle:

Ch 4 sts loosely, join with sl st to form a ring.

Round 1: (Ch 5, s c in ring) 6 times, sl st to center of first ch 5 loop by sl stitching in each of the next 3 chs of the first loop.

(6 loops.)

Round 2: s c in center of first ch 5 loop, (ch 4, s c in next ch 5 loop) 5 times, ch 4, s c in first s c.

Round 3: 2 s c in ch 4 loop, (ch 3, s c in next s c, 2 s c in next ch 4 loop) 5 times.

Round 4: (Ch 3, skip first s c, s c in each of next 2 s c, 2 s c in next ch 3 loop) 6 times.

Round 5: (Ch 3, skip first s c, s c in each of the next 3 s c, 2 s c in ch 3 loop) 6 times.

Round 6: (Ch 3, skip first s c, s c in each of the next 4 s c, 2 s c in ch 3 loop) 6 times. Continue to work in this manner, having 1 more s c Every Round until there are 8 s c in each s c panel. That is two more rounds.

Starting with the next round, ch 4 instead of ch 3 and continue to work in pattern until there are 15 s c in each s c panel.

On the next round, ch 5 instead of ch 4 and continue to work in pattern until there are 20 s c in each s c panel.

Then ch 6 instead of ch 5 and work in pattern until there are 26 s c in each panel.

On the next round ch 7 instead of ch 6 and work in pattern until there are 33 s c in each panel. Fasten off. (Circle should measure approximately 19 inches in diameter).

Small Circle:

Make 2. Work in same manner as large circle until there are 26 s c in each panel.

To Join: With right side facing you sl st small circle to first s c of 2nd panel of large circle, then sl st large circle to first s c of small circle, ch 6, sl st to 2nd s c of first panel of large circle. Fasten off.

Whipstitch first panel of small circle to first panel of large circle, easing slightly.

Join 2nd small circle as follows: Join last s c of first panel to first s c of 3rd panel of large circle, ch 6, s c in each of 26 s c of first panel, 2 s c in next loop, sl st to first s c of 2nd panel of large circle, ch 6, sl st to first s c of 2nd panel of small circle. Fasten off.

Whipstitch in same manner as first circle.

Border:

With right side facing you join yarn to top of last ch of 2nd panel of small circle of left side.

Row 1 : Ch 4, skip 2 sts of ch, s c in next st of ch, ch 4, s c in next s c of 2nd panel of small circle, (ch 4, skip 2 s c, s c in next s c) 8 times, ch 4, s c in centre of next space, repeat from * 3 times more, ** ch 4, s c in next s c of large circle, (ch 4, skip 2 s c, s c in next s c) 10 times, ch 4, s c in center of next space, repeat from twice more, ***ch4, sc in next s c of small circle, (ch 4, skip 2 s c, s c in next s c) 8 times, ch 4, s c in next space, repeat from *** 3 times more, ending ch 4, 1 s c in top of last ch instead of space, ch 6, turn.

Row 2: s c in first ch 4 space, ch 4, s c in next ch 4 space, repeat from * across row, ch 6, turn. Repeat Row 2 twice more. Then work

2 more rows in same manner having ch 5 loops instead of ch 4. Fasten off.

Neck Edging:

With right side facing you, join yarn to top of ch 5, s c in same st of ch,

2 s c in each of next 3 spaces, 4 s c in next ch 6 space, s c in each s c across top of shawl and h d c where circles meet, ending 2 s c in each of last 3 spaces, s c in last s c. Fasten off.

Fringe: Cut strands of yarn 22 inches long. Knot 5 strands in every space around side and lower edges of shawl. Trim ends. Steam lightly.

Additional Pattern information. This pattern is from a January and Woods free pattern leaflet. No copyright date. I have reformatted and rescanned the photo, improved the quality and colored it. I have also re-written the instructions and materials list. The Re-wrtten HTML of this pattern is my copyright 2008

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Pretty Pineapple Baby Set

2008-01-15T11:10:00.000-05:00

PINEAPPLE BABY SET

Your little angel will be a princess in this wonderful Vintage 3 piece set! Try sewing little rosettes and fancy buttons instead of the ribbon that is called for. If you are a new grandmother, this would make a fabulous Christening Outfit!
If you Love Babies, then,You'll Love These Patterns!

Pineapple Baby Set

Material: One Skein Red Heart Baby Pompadour

Satin Ribbon: 1 yard of inch wide and 3 yards of ½ inch wide

If you prefer, use buttons on the sweater.

Crochet hook size F/4.00mm

Gauge: 11 dc –=2 inches 3 rows = 1 inch

1st row: Starting at neck edge, ch 69. dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in next 10 ch (front), in next ch make (dc, ch 1 ,dc --an inc group), dc in next 7 ch (sleeve), inc group in next ch, dc in next 25 ch (back), inc group in next ch, dc in next 7 ch (other sleeve), inc group in next ch, dc in next 12 ch (other front). Ch 3, turn.

2nd to 5th rows: Skip dc where ch started, dc in each dc across, making an inc group in ch-1 sp of each inc group, ending with dc in turning chain. Ch 3, turn.

6th row; Skip dc where ch started, dc in each dc across to within next inc group, 2 dc in ch-1 sp of this inc group, ch 12 (for underarm), dc in ch-1 sp of next inc group (sleeve opening made), dc in each dc across to within next inc group, dc in ch-1 sp of this inc group, ch 12, 2 dc in ch-1 sp of next inc group (other sleeve opening), dc in each remaining dc. Ch 3, turn.

7th row: Ch 3, 3 dc in first dc, ch 5, skip next 3 dc (base for pineapple), in next dc make 4 dc (shell); ch 2, skip next 2 dc, dc in next 5 dc, ch 2, skip next 2 dc, shell in next dc, ch 5, skip next 3 dc, shell in next dc, dc in next 6 ch (right front), ch 1, dc in next 6 ch, shell in next dc, ch 5, skip next 4 dc, shell in next dc, ch 2, skip next 2 dc, dc in next 5 dc, ch 2, skip next 3 dc, shell in next dc, ch 5, skip next 4 dc, shell in next dc, ch 2, skip next 3 dc, de in next 5 dc, ch 2, skip next 2 dc, shell in next dc, ch 5, skip next 4 dc, shell in next dc, dc in next 6 ch, ch 1 (back), dc in next 6 ch and work left front to correspond; ch 3, turn

8th row; Shell between 2nd and 3rd dc of next shell, ch 2, 5 tr in next ch-5 loop, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, dc in next 5 dc, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, 5 tr in next ch-5 loop, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, dc in each dc of next 6 dc (panel), ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, (ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, 5 tr in next ch-5 loop, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, dc in next 5 dc) 3 times; dc in next dc, ch 1 and work across this front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

9th row; Shell over shell, ch 2, (tr in next tr, ch 1) 4 times; tr in next tr, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, dc in next 5 dc, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, (tr in next tr, ch 1) 4 times; tr in next tr, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, dc in next

6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, * ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, (tr in next tr, ch 1) 4 times; tr in next tr, ch 2, shell over shell, ch 2, dc in next 5 dc. Repeat from * 2 more times, dc in next dc, ch 1 and work across this front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

10th rows Shell over shell, ch 3, (sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 4 times; shell over shell, ch 3, dc in next 5 dc, ch 3» shell over shell, ch 3, (sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 4 times; shell over shell, ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc,

* ch 3, shell over shell, ch 3, (sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 4- times; shell over shell, ch 3, dc in next 5 dc. Repeat from * 2 more times, dc in next dc, ch 1 and work across this front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

11th row; Shell over shell, ch 3, skip next ch-3 loop, (sc in next loop, ch 3) 3 times; shell over shell, ch 3, dc in next 5 dc, ch 3, shell over shell, ch 3, skip next ch-3 loop, (sc in next loop, ch 3) 3 times; shell over shell, ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, * ch 3, shell over shell, ch 3, skip next loop, (sc in next loop, ch 3) 3 times; shell over shell, ch 3, dc in next 5 dc. Repeat from * 2 more times; dc in next dc, ch 1 and work across front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

12th row; Shell over shell, ch 3, skip next loop, (sc in next loop, ch 3) twice; shell over shell, ch 3, sc in next .dc, ch 5, skip next 3 dc, sc in next dc, ch 3, shell over shell, ch 3, skip next loop, (sc in next loop, ch 3) twice; shell over shell, ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc. * ch 3. shell over shell,

13th row; Shell over shell, ch 4, skip next loop, sc in next loop, ch 4 (pineapple completed), shell over shell, ch 4, in next ch-5 loop make (tr, ch l)

6 times and tr, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, skip next loop, sc in next loop, ch 4» shell over shell, ch 4, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, * ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, skip next loop, sc in next loop, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, in next ch-5 loop make (tr, ch 1) 6 times and tr. Repeat from * once more, ch 4» shell over shell, ch 4, skip next loop, sc in next loop, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1 and work front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

14th row; Shell over shell, ch 5, shell over shell, ch 4, (tr in next tr, ch 1) 6 times; tr in next tr; ch 4, shell over shell, ch 5, shell over shell, ch 4, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, * ch 4, shell over shell, ch 5, shell over shell, ch 4, (tr in next tr, ch 1) 6 times; tr in next tr. Repeat from * once more, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 5, shell over shell, ch 4, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1 and work front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

15th row: Shell over shell, ch 4, sc in next ch-5 loop, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, (sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 5 times; sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, sc in next ch-5 loop, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, * ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, sc in next ch-5 loop, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, (sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 5 times; sc in next ch-1 sp. Repeat from * once more, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, sc in next ch-5 loop, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4» dc in next 6 dc, ch 1 and work front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

16th row; Shell over shell, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 5> (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3) 4 times; sc in next loop, ch 5, shell over shell, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 5, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, * ch 5, shell over shell, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 5, (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3) 4 times; sc in next loop. Repeat from * once more, ch 5, shell over shell, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 5, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1 and work front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

17th row; 2 dc in next 2 dc, dc in the next 2 dc, in the next 4 ch and the next 2 dc; 2 dc in next 2 dc (16 de-groups made), ch 5, (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3) 3 times; sc in next loop, ch 5, make a 16 de-group as before, ch 5, dc in next 6 de, ch 1, dc in next 6 dc, * ch 5, make a 16 de-group, ch 5, (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3) 3 times; sc in next loop. Repeat from * once more, ch 5, make a 16 de-group, ch 5, dc in next 6 dc, ch 1 and work front to correspond. Ch 3, turn.

18th row; Dc in each dc of dc-group, inc 1 dc at beginning and end of group— to inc 1 dc,make 2 dc in 1 dc—-ch 5, (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3) twice; sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 5, make a dc-group as before and continue across pineapples and de-groups in this manner. Ch 3, turn_.

19th row; Make a dc-group as for 18th row, ch 5, sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 5, make a de-group and continue in this manner across. Ch 3, turn.

20th row; Make a dc-group, ch 5, sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 5, make a dc-group and work in this manner across. Ch 3, turn.

21st row: * Dc in each dc of dc-group (omit inc), ch 5. Repeat from

* across. Ch 3, turn.

22nd row; Dc in each dc and in each ch across,.Break off.

NECK BEADING... Attach yarn to starting chain, ch 5, * skip 2 dc, dc between dc, ch 2. Repeat from * across. Break off.

SLEEVES:

..Attach yarn to center of opposite side of underarm, ch 12.

1st rnd; Ch 3, dc in each ch, 2 dc in side of next dc, dc in next 6 dc of sleeve opening, 2 dc in next dc, ch 5, skip next 3 dc (base of pineapple),

2 dc in next dc, dc in next 6 dc, 2 dc in side of next dc, dc in each remaining ch. Join with si st to top of ch-3.

2nd rnd; Ch 3, dc in each dc to ch-5 loop, ch 2, in loop make 5 tr, ch 2, dc in each remaining dc around. Join.

3rd rnd; Ch 3, dc in each dc to dc preceding pineapple, ch 2, (tr in next tr, ch 1) 4 times; tr in next tr, ch 2, dc in each remaining dc around. Join.

4th rnd; Ch 3, dc in each dc to pineapple, ch 2, (sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 3 times; sc in next sp, ch 2, dc in each remaining dc around. Join.

5th rnd; Work as before to pineapple, ch 2, (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3)

twice; sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 2, and complete rnd as before. Join.

6th rnd: Work as before to pineapple, ch 2, sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3, sc

in next ch-3 loop, ch 2 and complete rnd as before. Join.

7th rnd; Work as before to pineapple, ch 4, dc in next dc and complete rnd

as before. Join.

8th rnd; Dc in each dc and each ch around. Join and break off.

Cut off 1 yard of narrow ribbon, pass through spaces on Beading, tie into a

bow.

Cut off 1/2 yard of same ribbon, pass through a space at each side of

yoke, tie into a bow. Cut off ½ yard for each sleeve, pass through

spaces on last rnd, tie into a bow.

BONNET

Starting at center of Crown, ch 5, Join with sl st to form ring.

1st rnd: Ch 3, 15 dc in ring. Join.

2nd rnd: Ch 3, 2 dc in each dc around. Join.

3rd rnd; Ch 3, dc in next 3 dc, (2 dc in next dc, ch 4-base for pineapple-skip

next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 5 dc) twice ; 2 dc in next dc, ch A, skip

next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc. Join.

4th rnd: Ch 3, dc in next 4 dc, (2 dc in next dc, ch 1, in ch-4 loop make 5 tr,

ch 1, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 7 dc) twice; 2 dc in next dc and complete rnd

to correspond. Join.

5th rnd; Ch 3, dc in next 5 dc, * 2 dc in next dc, ch 2, (tr in next tr, ch 1)

4 times; tr in next tr, ch 2, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next 9 dc. Repeat from *

once more and complete rnd to correspond. Join.

6th rnd; Ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, 2 dc in next dc, (ch 3, sc in next ch-1 sp) 4

times; ch 3, 2 dc in next dc and complete rnd to correspond. Join.

7th rnd; Ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, ch 2.skip next dc, 3 dc (shell in next dc),

ch 3, skip next loop, (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3) 3 times; 3 dc in next dc,

ch 2, skip next dc and complete rnd to correspond. Join.

8th rnd; Ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, ch 3* shell in center dc of shell, ch 3, skip

next loop, (sc in next ch-3 loop, ch 3) twice; shell over shell, ch 3 and complete rnd to correspond. Join.

9th rnd; Ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4, skip next loop,

sc in next loop, ch 4, shell over shell, ch 4 and complete rnd to correspond.

10th rnd; Ch 3, dc in next 6 dc, ch 5, shell over shell, ch 5, shell over next shell, ch 5 and complete rnd to correspond. Join.

11 th rnd; Ch 3, dc in each dc and in each ch around. Join.

12th and 13th rnds; Ch 3, dc in each dc around. Join.

14th md; Ch 3, (work off next 2 dc as 1 sc- a dec) 12 times (back of neck); dc in each remaining dc around. Join.

15th rnd; Sc in each of the decreased dc's, dc in each remaining dc around. Join.

16th rnd; Sc in each sc, dc in each remaining dc, decreasing 12 dc evenly around. Join. Ch 3, turn.

LOWER RUFFLE... Work in rows as follows; 1st row; Picking up front loop only, make dc in each dc across. Ch 3, turn.

2nd row; Dc in each dc across. Break off.

UPPER RUFFLE

1st row; Attach yarn to first free back loop on first row of Lower Ruffle, ch 3, dc in each dc across. Ch 3, turn.

2nd row; Dc in each dc across. Turn.

EDGING: Work around Ruffle as follows:

1st rnd; Draw loop out on hook to measure 1/2 inch, yarn over and draw loop through (this makes a loose ch-St), insert hook between double loops and single loop of this ch st and draw loop through, yarn over and draw through the 2 loops on hook (this completes an sc—Knot st made); make another knot st, skip next 3 dc, sc in next dc, * make 2 knot sts, skip 3 dc, sc in next dc.

Repeat from * along edge and sides of lower and Upper Ruffle. Join. Ch 5, turn.

Work 1 row across Upper Ruffle as follows;

Make 1 knot st, sc in next knot (the sc between the 2 loose ch sts), * make 2 knot sts, skip next knot st, the sc and next loose ch, sc in next knot. repeat from * across. Break off.

Cut remaining narrow ribbon in half, pass through spaces on last dc row of Upper and Lower Ruffle, sew ends in place. Make a rosette on each end of wider ribbon, sew to Cap.

BOOTEE (Make 2)...

1st rnd; Starting at center of sole, ch 16. 2 dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in each ch to within last ch, 6 dc in last ch; working along opposite side of starting chain, make dc in each ch across. Join.

2nd and 3rd rnds; Dc in each dc around, increasing 4 dc evenly around curves. Join. At end of 3rd rnd, break off.

UPPER... Attach yarn to center back of Sole, working around bar of each dc,

make dc in each dc around. Join and break off.

Toe Piece

1st row; Attach yarn to 12th dc from center front on last rnd made; working

across front make sc in next 24 dc. Turn.

2nd and 3rd rows; Sc in each sc across to within last sc, skip last sc, sl st in next dc. Turn.

4th and 5th rows; Work as for 3rd row, ending with sl st in same dc. Turn.

Repeat 2nd to 5th rows once more. Break off.

CUFF...

1st rnd: Attach yarn to center back, ch 3, dc in each dc and in each sc

around. Join.

2nd and 3rd rnds; Dc in each dc around.Join.

4th rnd: Work around in knot st as for Bonnet. Join.

5th rnd; Repeat 4th rnd. Break off

DRAWSTRING...

Make a chain 20 inches long. Break off. Pass through spaces on last dc rnd of cuff.

TASSEL (Make 4) strands

Cut 15 yam ea. 3 inches long. Hold all together and wind a piece of yarn around center and tie. Trim ends. Sew one Tassel to each end of each Drawstring.

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Additional information about this pattern: I have the original copy of Pineapple Crochet Baby Set. There is no copyright date, although I am making an educated guess that is is circa 1940. It is a pattern sheet 21 1/2 inches by 16 inches. I have re-worked the pattern for today's crochet terminology and also for the yarn and hook size. I have re-illustrated the pattern by colorizing the images. My HTML arrangement of this patterns, my added instructions, my research on hook and yarn, and my re-illustration of the images are 2008 Maria Merlino

Rose Fever!

2007-12-27T13:18:00.000-05:00

This pattern is HOT! I'm totally smitten with the lavishness of all these roses. You'll feel like a garden princess wearing your headband and carrying your rose muff! When you're not wearing them, stick them on top of your favorite vase!

Luscious Rose Patterns Just Waiting For You To Pluck!

ROSE HAT AND ROSE MUFF

SIZES: Muff, 11" wide. Headband, adjustable size.

MATERIALS:

Red Heart Super Saver Knitting Worsted, 2 7-oz. skeins Burgundy (A); 2 skeins Lipstick ; 1 skein Hunter Green (D) 1 skein Light Sage (E).

NOTE: Yarn for roses can also be Candy print or 3 different shades of red

For leaves, you can use a variegated green or Red Heart Camo. Use what you have to make it the colors you like.

Hook slze F/4mm

Muff lining, 24" in circumference, 11" wide. Matching sewing thread. Tapestry needle.

GAUGE: 7 dc = 2" on muff. 9 sts = 1": 13 rows = 2" on headband.

MUFF (worked with A) : .

Rnd 1 (right slde) : Ch 86, dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across—84 dc. Row should be 24" wide. From right side, join with sl st in top of turning-ch. Do not turn.

Rnds 2-24: Ch 3, work dc in each dc around. Join each rnd with sl st in top of ch-3. Work as follows:

Side Bands:

Rnds 1 and 2: Work in dc, dec 7 dc (to dec 1 dc, yo, pull up a Loop in each of 2 dc, yo and through 3 Loops on hook, yo and through 2 Loops on hook) evenly spaced on each rnd—70 dc.

Rnd 3: Ch 1, work sc in each dc. Rnd 4: Ch 1, work sl st in each sc. End off. Insert muff lining inside of muff. From right side, work side band at opposlte end of muff piece in same way. Note: Do not sew muff to lining until all roses are sewn on muff.

HEADBAND:

Note: The original headband was KNITTED! YIKES!!! However, I converted the knit pattern to a crochet pattern. If you have a favorite headband pattern, feel free to use that. This is just a base for the roses and it really doesn’t matter what pattern you use.

Row 1: Beg at center back, ch 27 , sc in 2^nd ch from the hook and in each of next 25 chs, ch 1, turn

Row: 2: . Working in back loop, sc in each sc, ch 1 turn (26)

Row 3- and up: rep row 2 until piece measures 5 inches. Mark this slde of row. You will be decreasing at this edge for the next few rows.

Now you will dec 1 st at marked edge of next row, then every 4th row at same edge 5 times—20 sts.

Now working even back loop only, crochet until piece measures 14" from start or 8" less than desired head size.

Inc one sc at marked edge on next row, then every 4th row on same edge 5 times—26 sts.

Work even until piece measures 22" from start or desired head size. Fasten off. (center back). Sew back seam.

ROSE:

Center:

Rnd 1: With Lipstick, ch 4. Join with sl st in first ch to form ring. Ch 3, 2 dc in ring, drop Loop off hook, insert hook from front to back in top of ch-3 and pull dropped Loop through (first popcorn made), * ch 3 sp, 3 dc in ring, drop Loop off hook, insert hook from front to back in first dc of same group and pull dropped Loop through (popcorn made), repeat from * 3 times. Ch 3, join with sl st in top of first popcorn.

Rnd 2: Sl st in first sp, ch 3, 3 dc in same sp, complete first popcorn,

* ch-4 sp, popcorn of 4 dc in next sp, repeat from * 3 times. Ch-4 sp, join in top of first popcorn.

Rnd 3: (You will work petals) Sl st in first sp. Work shell of (1 sc, 1 dc, 3 trc, 1 dc, 1 sc) in each sp around—5 petals. Join with sl st in first sc of first petal. End off. You will now be attaching green for leaves

Note: You can work the roses with 3 colors. Just work each with a separate color, mixing colors for each round for each rose.

Leaves:

Rnd 4: With D , make Loop on hook. Sc between two petals in back of work in top of popcorn on rnd 2, * ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in each of next 4 ch, sc in last ch, sl st in same st at base of leaf **, ch 4 in back of petals, sc between next 2 petals in top of next popcorn, repeat from * twice, ending at **.

Rnd 5: With D, ch 1 turn. * Sc in each of next 5 sts on leaf, 3 sc in last sc; working on other slde of leaf, sc in each of 5 ch, sl st in last ch (leaf completed) **, ch 4, sl st in base of next leaf, repeat from * twice, ending at **- End off D.

Three leaves made and rose completed. Use D or E for leasves as per your taste.

Note: Make 17 more roses the same for muff; 5 roses for headband. Make leaves in either D or E per your taste

FINISHING: Muff: Beg at each side opening, pin 6 roses around each opening, alternating colors; fill in remaining surface with roses; sew in place with A (Burgundy) yarn making invisible sts. Sew sides of muff to sides of lining with sewing thread.

Headband: Sew roses in alternate color combinations around headband.

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Additional Information about this pattern: In my personal library I have the original McCall's Magazine, Fall-Winter 1963-64. The pattern was originally called Rose Headband and Muff. The instructions called for knitting much of the work. I converted all knitting to crochet. I re-worked the pattern for todays terminology and I also updated the yarn and hook size. I re-colorized the photo and drew on it. My HTML arrangement of these patterns ,my added instructions, my conversion of knitting to crochet and my re-colorized and drawn upon photo are 2008 by Maria Merlino

Pineapple Peacock Placemat!

2007-12-20T09:03:00.000-05:00

You'll be as proud as this this peacock when your guests OOH and AHH at the beauty and majesty of this fine feathered friend. This vintage pattern calls for a #30 thread and a # 10 hook, but feel free to use what ever thread you feel the best using. For a nice size piece, or if you are afraid of thin thread, double your thread and use a larger hook.
Like Peacocks? Here are more!!!

PINEAPPLE PEACOCK PLACEMAT

Materials: 300 yards of #30 thread and a # 10 steel hook

Size: 12"x17"

HEAD-

1ST ROUND: Ch 4, join with sl st into a ring, ch 3,11 dc into ring, sl st in top st of ch 3 at beg of round (this forms the eye.)

2ND ROUND: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 3 dc, ch 11, skip next 3 dc, 1 sc in each of next 3 dc, ch 6, skip rem dc, 1 sc in first sc at beg of round.

3RD ROUND: Ch 2, skip next sc, thread over hook, draw up a loop in next sc, thread over and through all 3 loops on hook (this forms 1 half dc), ch 2, skip next ch st, 1 dc in next st, ch 2, skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st, ch 2, skip st, work (1 dc, ch 5 and 1 dc) all in next st, work (ch 2, skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st) 3 times, ch 2, skip next sc, 1 sc in next sc, sl st in next ch 6 loop, ch 3, 5 dc in same ch 6 loop as last sl st, ch 2, turn, skip first dec dc (just made), 1 dc in each of next 4 dc, ch 2, turn, skip first dc, work 3 dc dec over next 3 dc as follows: work (thread over hook, draw up a loop in next dc, thread over and through 2 loops) 3 times, thread over and through all 4 loops on hook, ch 1; cut thread, (this forms beak).

1ST ROW: Join thread with 1 sc in end sc of 2nd round, ch 2, 2 dc in next ch 2 space, 2 tr {thread twice around hook for trj in same space as last dc, work (1 tr in next st, 3 tr in the next space) 4 times, 5 tr in center st of same space as last tr, 3 more tr over rem sts of same space, (1 tr in next st, 3 tr in next space) 3 times,1 tr in next st, (1 dc, 1 hdc and 1 sc) all in the next space.

2ND ROW: - (this starts neck) : CH 1, turn, sl st in each of first 3 sts, 1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 1 hdc in each of next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of 3 sts, 1 tr in each of next 3 sts, 1 dtr (thread 3 times around hook for dtr) in each of next 6 sts, (do not work over rem sts. )

3RD ROW: Ch 5, turn, skip first st on last row, 1 dtr in each of next 5 sts, 1 tr in each of 3 sts, 1 dc in each of 3 sts, 1 hdc in each of 2 sts, 1 sc in each of next 2 sts.

4TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 sc in each of first 2 sts, 1 hdc in each of next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of 3 sts, 1 tr in each of 3 sts, 1 dtr in each of rem .sts, 1 dtr in top st of turning ch.

5TH ROW: CH 4, turn, skip first st, 1 tr in each of rem 15 sts.

6TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, 2 tr in first st, 1 tr in each of next 11 sts, work dc dec over next 3 sts as follows: work {thread twice around hook, draw up a loop in next st, thread over and through 2 loops, over and through 2 loops) 3 times, thread over and through all 4 loops on hook. 7TH ROW: CH 4, turn, skip first st, 1 tr in each of next 13 tr, 2 tr in top st of turning ch.

8TH ROW: Same as 6th row.

BODY –

9TH ROW: - Same as 4th row but end with 4 dtr in top st of turning ch.

10TH ROW: Same as 3rd row but having 1 tr in each of 5 sts (instead of 3 sts).

11TH ROW: Same as 4th row but having 1 tr in each of 5 sts.

Rep last 2 rows 5 more times; rep 10th row once more; skip last 13 rows made; join with sl st to end st on next row; fasten off.

LEFT WING –

1ST ROW: Working along end of rows, skip first 7 rows, join thread with

sl st in top st of turning ch on 8th row (this is last row of neck); *placing sts over either top of end dtr or top st of turning ch of rows along body₍work {ch 5 and 1 sc) over each of next 5 rows; do not work over rem rows.

2ND ROW: Ch 4, turn, 4 tr in first ch 5 loop, *ch 1, 5 tr in next ch loop; rep from *across last row. 3RD ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in each of next 4 tr, *ch 1, 1 tr in each of next 5 tr; rep from * across ending with ch 1, 1 tr in each of 4 tr, 1 tr in top st of ch.

4TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in next tr, *2 tr in next tr, 1 tr in each of 2 tr, ch 2, 1 tr in each of 2 tr; rep from * across, end with 1 tr in each of end 2 sts.

5TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in each of next 5 tr, ch 2, 1 tr in each of next 3 tr, 1 dc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 st in next st, (do not work over rem sts), cut thread.

6TH ROW: Turn, join thread with sl st in top st of turning ch on 4th row of wing, *skip next st, work 6 tr between next 2 sts, skip 2 sts, 1 sc in next st on same group, ch 4, 1 sc in 4th st from hook (this forms picot), 1 sc in first st on next group; rep from * twice more, skip 1 st, 6 tr in next st, skip 2 sts, 1 sc in next st, 1 picot, 1 tr in each of 6 sts on next group.

7TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in each of 2 tr, 1 dc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 sc in next st. 8th ROW: Ch 1, turn, skip first 3 sts, 6 tr in next st, skip 1 st, 1 sc in next st;

cut thread.

RIGHT WING:

Join thread with 1 sc in top st of turning ch on last row of body;

continue to work as for Left Wing.

BOTTOM ROWS ON BODY -

1ST ROW: Working over end of rows of body between wings, skip last 4 rows of body, join thread with sl st in turning ch on next row (this will be in front of end group of wing), ch 4, 5 tr in same turning ch loop as sl st, 6 tr over end of each of the next 5 rows.

2ND ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr on last row, 1 tr in each of rem sts on last row; cut thread

CREST: Ch 17, tr tr (thread 4 times around hook for tr tr ) in 7th st from hook, *ch4 l sc in 4th st from hook (this forms 1 picot), work ( 1 tr tr, picot and 1 tr tr ) in next st; rep from * across ch. Sew foundation ch of crest to top of head.

TAIL-

1: ROW: Ch 102, 2 tr in 4th st from hook, ch 2, 3 more tr in same st as last tr(this forms 1 shell), * ch 2, skip 6 sts, 1 shell of (3 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) in next st; rep from * across ch (there are 15 shells in row).

2ND ROW: Ch 1, turn, work 1 shell in first shell as follows: sl st in each of first 3 tr, sl st in next ch 2 loop, ch 4, (2 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) all in same ch loop as last sl st, ch 3, skip next ch loop, always working shells in ch loop of shells below work shell of (3 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) in next shell; rep from * across.

3RD ROW: Same as last row.

4TH ROW: Same as last row but having 1 more st in each ch loop between shells. (ch 4 instead of 3). Always having 1 more st in each ch loop between shells than previous row, rep last row 5 more times.

10TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, ch 2, 3 more tr in same shell as last tr, *ch 8, skip ch loop, 1 shell in next shell, ch 2, 3 more tr in same shell; rep from *across.

11TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first ch 2 loop, 1 shell in next ch 2 loop, * ch 7, skip ch 8 loop, 1 shell in each of 2 ch 2 loops; rep from * across. 12TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, * ch 3, 1 shell in next shell, ch 7, skip ch loop, 1 shell innext shell; rep from * across, end with ch 3, 1 shell in end shell. 13TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, * ch 5, 1 shell in next shell, 1 sc in next ch loop, 1 shell in next shell; rep from * across, end with ch 5, 1 shell in end shell.

14TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, (1 tr, ch 2 and 2 tr) in first tr, 1 sc in ch loop of first shell *ch 3, 6 tr in center st of ch 5 loop, ch 3, 1 sc in next shell,

(2 tr. ch 2 and 2 tr ) in next sc, 1 sc in next shell; rep from *twice more working 7 tr (instead of 6) in center st of (ch 5) loop, rep from * twice more; working 9 tr (instead of 6) in center st of ch loop, rep 5 more times; work 2 repeats with 7 tr in center st of ch loop; working 6 tr in center st of ch 5 loop, rep from * across row ending with skip 2 tr, (2 tr,ch 2 and 2 tr) in top st of end ch.

15TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, *skip ch loop, work (ch 4 and 1 tr) in each tr of next tr group, ch 4, 1 shell in next shell; rep from * across.

16TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, * ch 6, skip ch loop, 1 sc in next ch loop, (ch 4 and 1 sc) in all but last ch loop before next shell, ch 6, skip next ch loop, 1 shell in shell; rep from * across.

Rep last row twice more.

19TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, * ch 6, skip ch 6 loop, 1 sc in next ch loop, (ch 4 and 1 sc) in next ch loop or in each (ch 4) loop of pineapple, ch 6, skip next (ch 6) loop, work (3 tr, ch 2, 3 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) all in next shell; rep from * across but end with ch 6, 1 shell in end shell.

FIRST SCALLOP-

1ST SHORT ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, ch 6, skip

ch loop, 1 sc in next ch loop, ch 6, skip ch 6 loop, 1 shell in next ch 2 loop;

do not work over rem sts.

2ND SHORT ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell, skip 2 ch loops, 3 tr in next shell,mch 1, turn, sl st in next shell, ch 1, turn, 3 tr in same shell as last tr; cut thread.

SECOND AND THIRD SCALLOPS: Turn, join thread with sl st in next ch 2 loop on last long row; work as for First Scallop.

FOURTH SCALLOP –

1ST SHORT ROW: Turn, join thread with sl st in next ch 2 loop on last long row, ch 4 , complete first shell, ch 6, skip next ch loop, 1 sc in next ch loop, ch 4, 1 sc in next ch loop, ch 6, skip next ch loop, 1 shell in next ch 2 loop.

Rep 1st and 2nd short rows of First Scallop.

FIFTH SCALLOP: Do not turn, work as for Fourth Scallop.

SLXTH SCALLOP - 1ST SHORT ROW: Join thread with sl st innext ch 2 loop on last long row, ch Incomplete first shell, ch 6, skip next ch loop, 1 sc in next ch loop, (ch 4 and 1 sc) in each ch 4 loop, ch 6, skip ch 6 loop,

1 shell in next ch 2 loop.

2ND SHORT ROW: Ch 1, turn, 1 shell in first shell next ch loop,

(ch 4 and sc) in each ch 4 loop, in next shell.

Rep last row once.

Rep 1st and 2nd short rows of First Scallop.

Rep last scallop 4 more times.

Work 2 more scallops same as for Fifth Scallop.

Work 3 more scallops same as for Second Scallop.

TO JOIN: Arrange tail in back of peacock as shown on Illustration. With a darning needle and the crochet cotton, sew sections securely together.

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Additional information about this pattern: In my personal library, I have the original pattern sheet. The original name of this pattern is Crocheted Place Mats # 7387 There is no copyright date. The pattern sheet measures 27 1/2 inches by 16 inches. I have taken the original illustration and manipulated it. I re-colorized it and shapened it. The pattern text was re-formatted and cleaned up. I re-wrote the directions to include modern terminology and material. The pattern above is my re-worked pattern.My HTML arrangement of these patterns and my added instructions and re-worked photos and illustrations are 2008 by Maria Merlino

Crinoline Lady with Basket of Posies!

2007-12-13T18:03:00.000-05:00

This little miss is sure to delight you! You don't have to make her in one color. This is a good way to use up your pretty scraps of thread. Make her bonnet, basket and flowers in different colors for an eye-popping piece.

Crinoline Lady with Basket

Materials: Size 10 thread in color of choice, 1 ball

#7 steel hook

SKIRT –

1ST ROW: Ch 15, 1 dc in 4th st from hook, 1 dc in each of next 11 sts of chain.

2ND ROW: Ch 4, turn, 2 tr (thread twice around hook for a tr) in first dc of last row, ch 2, 3 more tr in same st as last tr, * ch 3, skip next dc, 1 tr in next dc; repeat from * across, end with ch 3, skip next dc, a shell of (3 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) in top st of turning chain of last row (there are 6 chain loops between shells).

3RD ROW: Turn, work a shell in first shell «as follows: a sl st in 3 tr, a sl st in (ch 2) loop, ch 4, (2 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) all in same chain loop as last sl st (ch 5 and 1 tr) in each chain loop, ch 5, a shell of (3 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) in (ch 2) loop of end shell. Repeat last row twice more.

6TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, (ch 5 and 1 tr) in 4 chain loops, ch 5, a shell in next chain loop, (ch 5 and 1 tr) in 4 chain loops, ch 5, (always working shells in chain loop of shells below) work a she 11 in end shell.

7TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, ch 2, 3 more tr in same shell below, (ch 4 and 1 tr) in 5 chain loops, a shell in shell, ch 2, 3 more tr in same shell below, 1 tr In next chain loop, (ch 4 and 1 tr) in 4 chain loops, ch 4,

(3 tr, ch 1, 3 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr), all in end shell.

8TH RoW: Turn, a shell in first (ch 2)loop, ch 5, a shell in next (ch 2) loop, * 1 tr in next chain loop, (ch 4 and 1 tr) in 4 chain loops, a shell in (ch 2) loop, ch 5, a shell in next (ch 2) loop; repeat from * once.

9TH.ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, ch 3, 3 tr in center st of next (ch 5) loop, ch 3, a shell in next shell, * 1 tr in next chain loop, (ch 4 and 1 tr) in 3 chain loops, a shell in next shell, ch 3, 3 tr in center st of chain loop, ch 3, a shell in next shell; repeat from * once.

10TH ROW Turn, a shell in first shell.ch 4, ship (ch 3) loop, 2 tr in each of 3 tr, ch 4, a shell in shell, * 1 tr in next chain loop, (ch 4 and 1 tr)in 2 chain loops, a shell in shell, ch 4, skip (ch 3) loop, 2 tr in 3 tr, ch 4, a shell in shell, repeat from * once.

11TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, ch 6, skip next chain loop, (2 tr in next tr, 1 tr in next tr) 3 times, ch 6, a shell in shell, * 1 tr In next chain loop, ch 4, 1 tr in next chain loop, a shell in shell, ch 6, skip next chain loop, (2 tr In next tr, 1 tr In next tr) 3 times, ch 6, a shell in shell; repeat from * once.

12TH HOW: Turn, a shell In first shell * ch 6, skip chain loop, 2 tr in next tr, 1 tr in 8 tr, ch 6, a shell In shell, skip chain loop, a shell in next shell; repeat from * across row, but end with ch 6, a shell in end shell.

13TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, * skip next (ch 6) loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 10 tr, ch 6, skip next shell, a shell in first tr of next shell; repeat from * across, end as last row.

14TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell,

* skip next chain loop, (ch 8 and 1 sc) in each of 9 chain loops, ch 8, skip next chain loop, a shell in next shell; repeat from * across row.

15TH HOW: Same as last row but work (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 8 chain loops.

16TH RoW: Turn, a shell in first shell,

* skip a chain loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 7 chain loops, ch 6, a shell in shell, ch 2, 3 more tr in same shell below; repeat from * across but end with ch 6, a shell in end shell.

17TH ROW: Turn, a shell, in first shell,

* skip a chain loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 6 chain loops, ch 6, skip a chain loop, a shell in each of 2 (ch 2) loops; repeat from * across, end as before.

18TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, * skip a chain loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 5 chain loops, ch 6, skip a chain loop, a shell in next shell, ch 7, a shell in next shell; repeat from * across, end as before.

19TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, * skip a chain loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 4 loops ch 6, skip a chain loop, a shell in

next shell, ch 4, 9 tr In center st of next (ch 7) loop, ch 4, a shell In next shell; repeat from * across but end as before.

20TH ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, * skip a chain loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 3 chain loops, ch 6, a shell in next shell, ch 4, skip next chain loop, 1 tr in next tr, (ch 1 and 1 tr) in 8 tr, ch 4, a shell in shell; repeat from * across, end as before.

21ST ROW: Turn, a shell in first shell, * skip a chain loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 2 chain loops, ch 6, skip a chain loop, (3 tr, ch 2 aid 1 tr) in next shell, ch 1, turn, a sl st in (ch 2) loop, ch 4, (1 tr, ch 2 and 3 tr) in same chain loop as last sl st, ch 6, 1 sc in center chain loop, ch 6, a shell in next shell, turn, a shell in first shell, skip 2 chain loops, 3 tr in next shell, ch 1, turn, a sl st in chain loop of next shell, ch 1, turn (2 tr, ch 4 and a sl st) in same chain loop as last tr, a sl st in next tr, a sl st in top st of next chain, ch 4, a sl st in next (ch 2) loop below, 2 tr in same chain loop of last row as next tr, ch 5, 1 sc In 4th st from book, ch 1, skip next chain loop, 1 tr in next tr, (ch 4, 1 sc in 4th st from hook, 1 tr in next tr ) 8 times, ch 5, 1 sc in 4th st from hook, ch 1, a shell in next shell; repeat from * once, skip a chain loop, (ch 6 and 1 sc) in 2 chain loops, ch 6, a shell in end shell, turn, a shell in first shell, ch 6, 1 sc in center chain loop, ch 8, a shell in shell, turn, a shell in first shell, skip 2 chain loops, 3 tr in next shell, ch 1, turn, a sl st in chain loop of next shell, ch 1, turn, 3 tr in same shell as last tr; break off.

ARMs AND BODICE –

1ST ROW: Ch 6, work 8 tr in 8th st from hook.

2ND ROW: ch 4, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in each of next 7 tr, 1 tr in top st of turning chain of last row.

3RD ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr of last row, work a 4 Joined tr stitch over next 4 tr as follows: (thread twice around hook, draw up a loop in next st, thread over and through 2 loops, over and through 2 loops) 4 times, thread over, draw through all 5 loops on hook, a 4 joined tr over next 4 sts.

4TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, 3 tr in first st, 4 tr in next st.

5TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, 1 tr in each of the 7 tr of last row, 2 tr in top st of turning chain.

6TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in each of next 9 sts. Repeat last row twice.

9TH ROW: Ch 1, turn. 1 sc in first-3 sts, thread over hook, draw up a loop in next st, thread over and through all 3 loops on hook (this forms a half dc), a half dc in each of next 2 sts, 1 dc in next 4 sts.

10TH ROW: Ch 6, turn, skip first st, 1 tr in next st, * ch 2, skip next st, 1 tr in next st; repeat from * across row,

11TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, * 2 tr in next '(ch 2) space, 1 tr in next tr; repeat from * across row, end with 2 tr in turning chain space, 1 tr in 3rd st of same turning chain.

12TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr, work a 2 Joined tr over next 2 tr as follows: (thread twice around hook, draw up a loop in next st, thread over and through 2 loops, over and through 2 loops) twice, thread over and draw through all 3 loops on hook, 1 tr in all but the end 2 tr, a 2 joined tr over next 2 tr.

13TH ROW: Ch 8, turn, work a 3 joined tr over the first 3 sts of last row as follows: (thread twice around hook, draw up a loop in next st, thread, over and through 2 loops, over and through 2 loops) 3 times, thread over, draw through all 4 loops on hook, 1 tr in next 6 tr, a 3 joined tr over next 3 sts, ch 6, work 1 tr along end st of the 3 joined tr just made, ch 2, 1 tr in top st of turning chain of next row, ch 2, 1 tr along same turning chain below, ch 2, 1 tr in top of end tr of next row, ch 2, 1 tr along same end tr below, ch 2, 1 tr in end space of next row.

14TH ROW: Ch 0, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in next tr, (ch 2 and 1 tr) in next 4 tr, ch 6, 1 sc in next (ch 6) loop, ch 2, 1 tr in next 3 joined tr; (ch 2, skip next st, I tr in next st) 3 times, ch 2, 1 tr in next st, ch 2, 1 tr in turning chain loop, ch 8, 1 sc in 5th st of same turning chain.

15TH ROW: Ch 3, turn, 8 dc in next (ch 6) loop (this 6 dc group will be used later on to attach hat) ch 3, 2 sc in same chain loop as dc, 3 sc in each of next 7 spaces; break off.

Follow directions for first 9 rows of arm to make other arm; break off.

Arrange this arm in place (as shown on Detail) having first 4 sts of last row in back of other arm and remaining sts along end spaces of 13th row of bodice; Using a darning needle and the crochet cotton sew arm in place.

HAT –

1ST ROW: ch 23, 1 dc in 8th st from hook, (ch 2, skip 2 sts, 1 dc in next) 4 times, ch 2, skip 2 sts, 1 sc in end st.

2ND ROW: Ch 4, turn, * 2 tr In next (ch 2) space, 1 tr in next dc; repeat from *across, end with 3 tr in turning chain space.

3RD ROW; Ch 7, turn, a long st (thread 4 times around honk for long st) In first tr, 2 long sts in each of next 4 sts, 2 dtr (thread 3 times around hook for a dtr) in each of 5 sts, 1 tr in each remaining 9 sts.

4TH ROW; Ch 4, turn, 1 tr in each of first 14 sts, 1 dtr in each of next 10 sts, 2 long sts in next 5 sta.

5TH ROW: Ch 7, turn, a long st in first long st, 2 long sts in next st, a long st in next 4 sts, 1 dtr in next 10 sts, 1 tr in each remaining sts.

8TH ROW: Ch 6, turn, skip first 3 sts, 1 dtr in next at, (ch 4, skip 2 sts, 1 dtr in next st) 3 times, * ch 4, skip 2 sts, a long st in next st; repeat from * across row, break off.

BACK SECTION –

7TH ROW: Turn, working along foundation chain, Join thread with an sc along end sc of first row, (ch 15, 1 sc over same sc as last sc) twice, ch 4, 3 tr in first space, 3 tr in each of next 5 spaces, 4 tr in 3rd st of same turning chain space below,

8TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, 1 tr in each tr, 2 tr in top st of end chain.

9TH ROW: Same as last row; break off.

JOINING OF PIECES: Arrange skirt, arms and bodice and hat as shown on Details of Right Hand section; uslng a darning needle and the crochet cotton sew pieces securely together.

FLOWER BASKET

1ST ROW: Ch 12, 1 tr in 5th st from hook,

2 tr in each of next 7 sts.

2ND ROW: Ch 4, turn, 1 tr in first tr of last row, * 1 tr in next tr, 2 tr in next tr; repeat from * across row, end with 1 tr in top st of turning chain below.

3RD ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr; 1 tr in 2 tr, * 2 tr in next tr, 1 tr in next 2 tr; repeat from * across row, end with 2 tr in top st of turning chain below.

4TH ROW: Ch 4, turn, skip first tr, 1 tr in each of remaining tr, 1 tr in top st of turning chain below.

5TH HOW: Ch 10, turn, skip first tr, 1 dtr in next tr, * ch 2, skip next tr, 1 dtr in next tr; repeat from; * across row, end with ch 2. skip next tr, 1 dtr in top st of turning chain below.

6TH ROW: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in each space, 2 sc in turning chain space, 1 sc in 3rd st 01 same turning chain; break off.

FIRST FLOWED - 1ST ROUND: Ch 5, join with a sl st into a ring, ch 8, 1 dc into ring, * ch 5, 1 dc into ring; repeat from * 3 times, ch 5, a sl st in 3rd st of first ch 8 of round, (there are 6 chain ioops in round).

2ND ROUND: Ch 1, work ( 1 sc, ch 3, 5 tr, ch 3 and 1 sc) all in each chain loop of last round, a sl st in first sc of round; break off. Make 3 flowers.

HANDLE: Ch 30, a sl st In 2nd st from hook, taking sts over chain work 36 dc across chain, a sl st in end st; break off. Arrange flowers, handle and basket as shown on Detail; with darning needle and crochet cotton tack pieces together.

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Jackie O's Pillbox Hat!!!

2007-12-11T13:30:00.000-05:00

If you like the retro look, this hat is made to order just for you! Doubled yarn makes this a speedy item and it comes in two sizes!

PILLBOX HAT

Materials: Red Heart Super Saver one skein either 5 oz multi or 7 oz solid in color of choice

Crochet Hook size I’5.5mm for small or K/6.5mm for large

Gauge: Yarn is used double: with I hook for small: 4 popcorns and 4 dc =3 inches

2 popcorn rounds = 1 ¾ inches

With K hook for large: 1 popcorn and I dc = 1 inch

1 popcorn round = 1 inch

CROWN –

1ST ROW: Holding two strands of yarn together ch 10, 1 sc in second st from hook, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts of chain, 1 hdc in next st as follows: yarn over hook, draw up a loop in next st of chain, yarn over hook and through all 3 loops on hook, an hdc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts.

2ND ROW: Ch 3, turn, working in back strand of sts only (the entire crown is worked in back strand of sts) work skip first dc, 1 dc in next dc, an hdc in each of next 2 sts, 1 sc in each of remaining 5 sc.

3RD ROW: Turn, 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, an hdc in each of next 2 hdc, 1 dc in next dc, 1 dc in top st of turning ch. Repeat 2nd and 3rd rows 11 more times;

Repeat 2nd row once more. Break off, leaving an 8-inch end.

Thread a darning needle with this end, insert needle in each of the turning ch 1 sts at beginning of every other row. Draw these sts together, forming a circle; overcast last row to foundation ch of first row, thus forming a flat circle for crown

BAND –

1ST ROUND:

Holding right side of work toward you, join yarn with an sc over end dc of first row, sc over end st of same row as joining sc, (2 sc over turning ch of next row, sc over end dc of next row) 5 times, 2 sc over end st of each of next 2 rows, (sc over turning ch of next row, 2 sc over end dc of next row) 6 times, sc over end st of last row (40 sc in round).

2ND ROUND: Ch 1, turn, working in back strand of sts only work sc in each of 40 sc of last round.

3RD ROUND: Ch 3, turn, work a popcorn st in next sc as follows: 4 dc in next sc, drop loop from hook, insert hook in top of first dc of 4-dc group just made, also insert in the dropped loop, draw dropped loop through st on hook, ch 1 tightly, * dc in next sc, a popcorn st in next sc; repeat from * around, end with a sl st in top st of first ch 3 (there are 20 popcorn sts in round).

4TH ROUND: Ch 3, work a popcorn st in same st as sl st, * 1 dc in next popcorn st, a popcorn st in next dc; repeat from * around, end with skip last popcorn st, a s st in top st of first ch 3.

5TH ROUND: Same as 4th round.

6TH ROUND: Ch 3, a popcorn st in same st as sl st, * (dc in next popcorn st, a popcorn st in next dc) 4 times, skip a popcorn st, dc in next dc, skip a popcorn st, a popcorn st in next dc; repeat from * around, end with dc in next popcorn st, a popcorn st in next dc, skip last popcorn st, a sl st in top st of first ch 3 (17 popcorns in round). NOTE: I did not decrease any stitches, but just continued the same as in 4th round. See what works for you.

7TH ROUND: Same as 4th round.

8TH ROUND: Ch 1, hdc in same st as sl st, * 2hdc in next popcorn st, hdc in next dc; repeat from * around, end with 1 sc in last popcorn st, a sl st in first sc; fasten off.

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March of the Penguins!

2007-12-04T20:34:00.001-05:00

Here is a tuxedo penguin cover-up for your holiday gift-giving bottles. You do need a little piece of felt for the feet and beak. The full sized patterns are included. I'm sure there are clever crocheters out there that can ditch the felt and use the hook and yellow yarn for the feet and beak

PENGUIN BOTTLE COVER

MATERIALS

RED HEART Super Saver KNITTING WORSTED

2 oz. White

2 oz Black

Crochet Hook Size G

Cotton batting for stuffing; round elastic; a small piece of yellow felt and 4 sequins.

DIRECTIONS;

Rnd 1: Starting at center bottom with Black, ch 2,

8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc.

Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in joining, 2 dc in each sc around (16 dc counting ch-3 as 1 dc). Join to top of ch-3.

Rnd 3; Ch 3, dc in joining, (2 dc in next dc) twice;

dc in next dc, * (2 dc in next dc) 3 times; dc in next dc. Repeat from * around. Join.

Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in each st around (28 sc). Join.

Back

Row 1: Ch 3, picking up back loop only, dc in next 19 sc. Turn.

Row 2: Working through both loops, sl st in first 2 dc, ch 3, dc in next 17 dc. Ch 3, turn.

Rows 3 and 4: Dc in 2nd dc, dc in each dc across to within last st, dc in top of ch-3. Ch 3, turn.

Row 5: Sl st in first 2 dc, ch 3, dc in next 14 dc, dc in top of next ch-3. Ch 3, turn.

Next 5 Rows: Repeat Row 3.

Rows 11, 12 and 13: Dc in first dc (an inc), dc in each dc across to within last dc, 2 dc in top of ch-3. Ch 3, turn. Break off and fasten at end of l3th Row.

Front

Picking up back loops only, attach White in same place as last dc of Row 1 of back was made_, ch 3, * (2 dc in next dc) twice; dc in next dc. Repeat from * once more, 2 dc in next dc, dc in next dc_f dc in same place as

ch-3 of Row 1 of back. Ch 3, turnBreak off and fasten at end of 13^th row

Row 2: Repeat Row 11 of Back.

Next 2 Rows: Repeat Row 3 of Back.

Following 2 Rows: Repeat Row 11 of Back.

Next 4 Rows: Repeat Row 3 of Back.

Row 11: Sl st in first 2 dc, ch 3, dc in each dc across to within last st. Ch 3, turn.

Next 2 Rows: Repeat Row 11 of Front.

Break off and fasten at end of 13th Row.

Sew front and back seams.

With White work chain st over each seam.

Draw elastic through top of sts on body, fasten off.

Head and Wings:

Rnd 1: Starting at center top with Black, ch 2

Do not join rnds, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around.

Rnds 3 and 4 Sc in each sc around, increaslng 6 sc evenly.

Rnd 5: Sc in each sc around.

Next 3 Rnds: Repeat 3rd, 5th and 3rd rnds.

Next 5 Rnds: Repeat 5th Rnd.

Rnd 14.: Sc in each sc around, decreaslng 6 sc

evenly — to dec 1 sc. pull up a loop in each of next 2 sc, yarn over and draw through all loops on hook.

Next 3 Rnds: Repeat 5th, 14th and 5th rnds."

Work in rows as follows:

Shoulder:

Row 1:Dec 1 sc over next 2 sc, sc in next 20 sc, dec 1 sc over next 2 sc (22 sc). Ch 1, turn.

Row 2; Sc in next 3 sc, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4. sc) 3 times, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc. Ch 1, turn.

Row 3: Dec 1 sc, sc in each sc across to within last 2 sc, dec 1 sc. Ch 1, turn.

Row 4: Dec 1 sc, sc in next 5 sc, ( 2 se in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) 3 times, dec 1 sc (25 sc). Ch 1, turn.

Row 5: Repeat Row 3 of Shoulder.

Row 6: Dec 1 sc, sc in next 4 sc, (2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) 3 times; dec 1 sc (24 sc). Ch 1, turn.

Row 7: Sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 8: dc in each sc across. Ch 3, turn.

First Wing

Row 1: dc in first dc, dc in next 7 dc. Ch 3, turn.

Row 2: dc in 2nd dc and in next 6 dc, dc in top of turning chain. Ch 3, turn.

Row 3: dc in first dc, dc in next 7 dc. Ch 3, turn.

Row 4: 2 dc in first dc, dc in next 7 dc. Ch 3, turn.

Next 3 Rows: Repeat Row 3 of Back. Do not ch 3 at end of Row 7.

Next 4 Rows: Repeat Row 11 of Front, At end of llth row break off Black, attach White. Ch 3, turn.

Row 12: Skip first dc, dc in top of ch-3. Ch 3, turn.

Next 4 rows: Repeat Row 11 of Back.

Next 3 Rows; Repeat Row 3 of Back,

Row 20: Skip first dc, dc in next 8 dc. Ch 3, turn.

Row 21: dc in same place as ch-3, dc in next 7 dc. Ch 3, turn.

Next Row: Repeat 21st Row.

Row 23: Dc in next 6 dc, dc in top of ch-3. Break off and fasten.

Attach Black in top of last at on 1st row of Wing, dc in same place as last st of that row was made, dc in next 3 sc, 2 dc in each of next 2 sc, dc in next 3 sc, 2 dc in next sc, dc in next 6 sc, 2 dc in next so. Ch 3, turn.

Second Wing

Row 1: Skip first dc, dc in next 8 dc. Ch 3, turn.

Next 2 Rows: Repeat 3rd and 4th rows of First Wing.

Next 3 Row: Repeat 3rd Row of Back.

Next 4 Rows; Repeat llth row of Front. Break off Black, attach White. Ch 3, turn.

Row 11; Repeat 12th Row of First Wing.

Next 4 Rows: Repeat llth Row of Back.

Next 3 Rows: Repeat 3rd Row of Back.

Row 19; Repeat 20th row of First Wing.

Next 2 Rows Repeat 21st row of First Wing.

Row 22; Repeat Row 22 of First Wing.

Break off and Fasten.

Fold white part of Wing under and sew

together.

Attach White to last decreased sc on 1st Row of Shoulder, sc in same place and in next st. Ch 1, turn.

Next 8 Rows: 2 sc in first sc, sc in sc across to within last sc, 2 sc in last sc. Break off and fasten at end of last row.

Sew Bib to Shoulder.

Tube: With White, ch 20. Join to form ring.

Next 5 rnds: Ch 3, dc in each st around. Join.

Rnd 6: Ch 3, dc in next dc, (2 dc in next dc, dc in next 2 dc) 6 times. Join. Break off and fasten, turn head to wrong side.

Sew narrow end of tube to center of head. Turn head to right side. Stuff head with cotton batting.

Sew up lower end of tube to lower part of head.

Feet:

Trace off pattern pieces for top and bottom feet onto tissue, cut out. Cut 2 bottom pieces and 2 top pieces from yellow felt.

Fold top piece on dotted lines and seam 1/8". Place on top of bottom pieces and seam a-round entire outslde edge—1/8" seam. Sew in place to bottom of penguin as shown on picture. Make second foot in same manner.

Beak;

Trace pattern piece onto tissue; cut out. Cut 1 piece from yellow felt. Fold on dotted lines and seam 1/8". Sew long edges together to form beak—1/8" seam.

Stuff firmly and stitch in place on center front of head.

Eyes; Stitch sequins in place as shown on picture.

Tie: Cut small piece of felt from yellow and stitch in place on top of bib.

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Tassel Doll Vest!

2007-11-26T04:22:00.001-05:00

This darling vest, complete with little dolls to play with, is done in a fast moving V-Stitch. It's perfect for under a coat or just to wear around the house when the temperature dips.Plenty More Crochet Vest Patterns Here!

Tassel Doll Vest for Girls

Materials: Worsted weight yarn in color of choice such as Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Pounder: 5 (6, 7, 8, 9,10) ounces depending on size of vest

For Tassel Doll you will need a couple of yards of yellow, 6 inches red, small scrap of felt for the face or you can embroider the face directly on the tassel

Hook size: K /6mm

Gauge: 1 v-stitch = 1 inch 2 rows = 1 inch

INSTRUCTIONS: Pattern is written for size 4, with sizes 6, 8, 10. 12 in parenthesis.

Back

Row 1: Starting at lower edge make a ch of 39 (45, 45,51, 51) sts to measure 13 (15, 15, 16, 16) inches. Sc in 2nd oh from hook, sc in each ch across. 38 (44, 44, 50, 50) sc. Ch 3 (to count as one dc), turn.

Row 2: Skip first 2 sc, *in next sc make dc, ch 2 and dc ... V-st made; skip next 2 sc. Repeat from * across to within last 2 sc, skip next sc, dc in last sc . . . 12 (14, 14, 16, 16) V-stitches and one dc at each end. Ch 1, turn.

Row 3: Sc between first and 2nd dc, *ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, sc between next 2 dc. Repeat from * across, ending with ch 2, skip last ch-2, sc in turning chain sp. Ch 4, turn.

Row 4: Dc in first sc—half V-st made; * V-st in next sc. Repeat from * across to within last sc, in last sc make dc, ch 1 and dc ... half V-st made. Ch 1, turn.

Row 5: Sc in first dc, ch 1, * sc between next 2 dc, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp. Repeat from * across, ending with ch 1, skip one ch st on turning ch, sc in next ch. Ch, 3, turn.

Row 6: Skip first sc, * V-st in next sc. Repeat from * across to within last sc, dc In last sc. Ch 1, turn. Repeat last 4 rows (3rd through 6th row) for Pattern.

Work in Pattern until total length is 9 (9, 10, 10, 11) inches, ending with 3rd (3rd, 5th, 5th, 3rd) row. At end of last row omit turning chain. Turn.

Armhole Shaping

Row 1: Sl st in each st across to 2nd sc, ch 3, * V-st in next sc. Repeat from * across to within last 2 sc, dc in next sc. Do not work over remaining st. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Sc between first and 2nd dc, ch 2, continue in Pattern across, ending with ch 2, skip ch-2 sp, sc in ch-3 sp. Ch 3, turn.

Row 3: Skip first sc, *V-st in next sc. Repeat from * across to within last sc, dc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. If necessary, repeat last 2 rows (2nd and 3^rd rows) alternately until there remain 8 (9, 10, 11, 12) V-stitches plus one dcat each end. Ch 1, turn.

Next Row: Repeat 2nd Row. Ch, 4, turn.

Following Row: Repeat 4th row of Back. Ch 1, turn. Work in Pattern until length from first row of armhole shaping, ending with a V-st Row, is 4 (5, 5, 6, 6) inches. Ch 1, turn.

Neck Shaping: . . . .Row 1: Work in Pattern until there are 3 (4, 4, 4, 4) Sc. Ch 4, turn.

Rows 2 and 3: Work in Pattern across. Break off and fasten. Work across other end of last row worked before neck shaping to correspond with opposite side.

Left Front . . .

Row 1: Starting at lower edge, make a ch of 21 (21, 24, 24, 27) sts.

Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across ... 20 (20, 23, 23, 26) Sc. Ch 3 (to count as one dc), turn.

Row 2: Work as for 2nd row of Back ... 6 (6, 7, 7, 8) V-stitches and one dc at each end. Ch 1, turn.

Rows 3, 4, 5 and 6: Work as for rows 3, 4, 5 and 6 on Back.

Repeat last 4 rows (3rd through.6th rows) for Pattern.

Work in Pattern until total length is 9 (9, 10, 10, 11) inches ending with 3rd (3rd, 5th, 5th, 3rd) row.

At end of last row omit turning chain. Turn.

Armhole Shaping: . . .

Row 1: SI st in each st across to 2nd sc, ch 3, * V-st in next sc. Repeat from * across until there are 4 (4, 5, 6, 6) V-stitches, dc in next sc—dec made at front edge. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Sc between, first and 2nd dc, ch 2 and continue in Pattern across, ending with ch 2, skip ch-2 sp, sc in ch-3 sp. Ch 3, turn.

Row 3: Skip first sc, * V-st in next sc. Repeat from * across to within last sc dc in last sc-dec made at front edge. Ch 1, turn.

Repeat last 2 rows (2nd and 3rd rows) alternately until shaping at armhole edge is same as on Back.

Then, keeping armhole edge straight, if necessary continue front shaping as before until there remain 3 (4, 4, 4, 4) sc. Ch 4, turn.

Work even in Pattern until length from first row of armhole shaping, ending at armhole edge, is 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) inches. Break off and fasten.

Right Front: Work to correspond with Left Front, reversing shapings.

Block to Measurements; sew side and shoulder seams.

Border: With wrong side facing, attach yarn in lower corner of Left Front. Row 1: Work sc evenly along Left Front edge, across back neck edge and along Right Front Edge to lower corner. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Sc in each sc across last row_; working along opposite side of starting chains, continue to sc evenly along lower edge. Join with si st to first sc. Break off and fasten. Work one row of Sc evenly along each armhole edge. Join to first sc.

Cord: Holding 2 strands of yarn together, make a chain 1 yard long. Break off and fasten

Doll Tassel (Make 2): Wind yarn 25 times around a 3-inch piece of cardboard. Draw a 6-inch length of yarn under strands at one end and tie securely for top of tassel. Cut strands at opposite end. Wind yarn several times around tassel ^l/2 inch below top for neck.

For arms, separate 5 strands from rest at each side and tie a red thread tightly around end of each arm.

For face, cut a 1/2-inch circle of pink felt. Embroider blue eyes and red mouth on felt circle. Sew face to tassel above neck.

For hair, cut twelve 3-inch strands of yellow yarn. Wind yellow sewing thread around strands at center and tie. Sew hair to top of face; then with sewing thread, tack to face at each side, 1/2 -inch from center. Trim tassel evenly.

Sew a tassel doll to each end of cord. Slip cord through spaces at front edges as shown and tie in a bow.

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