Crochet queens, unite! We've got a roomful of fresh and funky projects that'll put those hooks of yours to good use! dare to be square {CREATIVE INSPIRATIONS free F R O M H O B B Y L O B B Y } ® Crochet Away Whether you're a novice needleworker or were practically born with a crochet hook in your hand, you're going to love our home décor crochet crafts. And we're not just talking coasters. Scroll down to see just what we've got up our [crocheted, of course] sleeves! 2 Room with a Hue What's cute and colorful and fabulous all over? This vibrant crochet-covered room, of course! And we're giving you the complete patterns for all the crocheted pretties you see here—no joke! 1 3 2 SPECIAL STITCH Blossom stitch – After any dc, ch 6. Tr into the fourth ch from the hook, dc into the next ch (closer to the hook) and sl st into the next. This creates one petal. Make 3 more petals, then sl st into the dc from the granny square to make a ring of petals. Then continue with the granny square. Blossom stitch used in: 1. Garland (pg. 4) 2. Granny's Garden Square (pg. 11) 3. Tablet Case (pg. 14) 3 INTERMEDIATE SIZE: Banner strand = approx. 94" MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Peacock Sparkle and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. • Yarn needle 4 Medium CROCHET HOOK: Size E-4 (3.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge TRIANGLE GRANNY SQUARE GAUGE: 1 rnd = 2 ½" DIRECTIONS (MAKE 5) Using Color 1, ch 4, join with sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), [1 tr, ch 3, 3 tr] into ring, ch 3, *2 tr, ch 3, 3 tr, ch 3, rep from * once more. Sl st to join to top of beg ch 4. Rnd 2: Join new color at any ch sp, ch 2 (counts as first hdc), 6 hdc in same sp, ch 4, *7 hdc in next sp, ch 1, 7 hdc in next sp, ch 4, rep from * one more time, 7 hdc in the next sp, ch 1. Sl st to join to top of beg ch 2. Rnd 3: Join new color in any ch 4 sp, ch 7 (counts as 1 dc, ch 4), 1 dc in same sp, *1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc (6 sc total), 1 dc in ch 1 sp, 1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc, [1 dc, ch 4, 1 dc] in next sp, rep from * once more, 1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc (6 sc total), 1 dc in ch 1 sp, 1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc. Sl st to join. Rnd 4: Using same color in any ch 4 sp, ch 11 (counts as 1 dc, ch 8), 1 dc in same sp, 1 sc in each st, [1 dc, ch 8, 1 dc] in each corner. Sl st to join. Rnd 5: Attach color from rnd 1 in any corner, ch 1, [6 sc, ch 4, 6 sc] in each corner, 1 sc in each st around. Sl st to join. Finish off and weave in ends. GARDEN GRANNY SQUARE GAUGE: 1 granny square = approx. 5" x 5" DIRECTIONS (MAKE 5) Rnds 1-4: Rep rnds 1-4 from Granny’s Garden Square pattern (pg. 11), adding the blossom stitch in rnd 3 (refer to pg. 3 for blossom stitch). SMALL ROUND CIRCLE GAUGE: 1 circle = 2" diameter DIRECTIONS (MAKE 11) Ch 7, join with sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: With Antique White, ch 2 (counts as first sc), 9 sc into ring (10 sc total). Join with sl st to beg ch. Rnd 2: Ch 2 (counts as first sc), 2 sc bet each st (20 sc total). Join with sl st to beg ch. Finish off and weave in ends. GARLAND BANNER STRAND (MAKE 1) Holding three strands of yarn together (we used two strands of Antique White and one strand of Peacock Sparkle), ch until desired length (ours is 94"). SMALL TASSEL (MAKE 2 - 1 IN PEACOCK SPARKLE AND 1 IN ANTIQUE WHITE) *Ch 15, blossom stitch (refer to pg. 3 for this stitch), rep from * 6 times. Finish off and weave in ends. MEDIUM TASSEL (MAKE 2 - 1 IN PEACOCK SPARKLE AND 1 IN ANTIQUE WHITE) *Ch 18, blossom stitch, rep from * 6 times. Finish off and weave in ends. LARGE TASSEL (MAKE 2 IN ANTIQUE WHITE) *Ch 20, blossom stitch, rep from * 6 times. Finish off and weave in ends. ASSEMBLY Using color of choice and yarn needle, hand stitch granny squares and circles to banner strand. To finish, stitch one short, one medium and one long tassel to each end of banner strand. 4 INTERMEDIATE MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Antique Teal, Turquoise and Peacock), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. Color 1 (A) – 1 skein 4 Color 2 (B) – 1 skein Medium Color 3 (C) – 1 skein • Yarn needle CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge GAUGE: 2 rnds of 10 dc = 2" x 1" SPECIAL STITCHES: Increase (inc): Work 2 dc into same st. STOOL AROUND DIRECTIONS Grab a seat—but first, make sure it's sporting a chic spiral cover. With A, ch 4, join with sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), 11 dc in ring (12 dc total), join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 2: With B, ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around (24 dc). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 3: With C, ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 1 dc in next st, *inc in next st, 1 dc in next st, rep from * around (36 dc). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Note: From here on, you’ll change colors with each new rnd, alternating bet A, B and C. Rnd 4: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 2 sts, inc in next st, *1 dc in next 3 sts, inc in next st, rep from * around (48 dc). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 5: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 3 sts, inc in next st, *1 dc in next 4 sts, inc in next st, rep from * around (60 dc). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 6: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 4 sts, inc in next st, *1 dc in next 5 sts, inc in next st, rep from * around (72 dc). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 7 and subsequent rows: Continue working 1 dc in each st, continuing to put one more st bet each inc in each new rnd until piece matches the diameter of the cushion you’re covering (For example, in rnd 7 you will work 1 dc into next 6 sts and then inc in the next. In rnd 8 you will work 1 dc into next 7 sts and the inc in the next, and so forth). Continue from there by working 1 st in each st (no more increases) until piece covers the sides of your cushion. Place piece right side up on cushion, flip cushion over, and work decreases as follows: Decrease rnd: 1 dc in first st, sk 1 st, 1 dc in next st. Continue on like this, working 1 dc then skipping one dc until piece covers the bottom of your cushion snugly. Finish off and weave in ends. 5 BEGINNER HEXAGON (MAKE 16) MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Antique Teal and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. • Yarn needle • Sewing needle • Clear jewelry line or thread 4 Medium CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge GAUGE: 1 granny square = 4.5" across and 5" from point to point ABBREVIATIONS: Beg – beginning Bet – between Ch – chain Dc – double crochet Rep – repeat Rnd – round Sc – single crochet Sl st – slip stitch Sp(s) – space(s) St(s) – stitch(es) Tr – treble crochet Ch 5, join with sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), 2 tr into ring, ch 2, *3 tr into ring, ch 2, rep from * around (18 tr total). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 4. Rnd 2: Attach new color with sl st in any ch sp, ch 7 (counts as 1 sc, ch 6), 1 sc bet next 2 tr, *1 sc in next ch sp, ch 6, 1 sc in same sp, 1 sc bet next 2 tr, rep from * 4 more times (6 ch 6 sps total). Join with sl st to first ch of beg ch 7. Rnd 3: Attach new color with sl st in any ch sp, ch 1 (counts as first sc), [1 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in same sp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, *[2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in next ch sp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, rep from * 4 more times (6 ch 2 sps total). Join with sl st to beg ch 1. Rnd 4: Using same color as rnd 2, join with sl st in any dc, ch 1 (counts as first sc), 1 sc in each st around, [1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc] in each ch sp. Join with sl st to beg ch 1. Finish off and weave in ends. ASSEMBLY With right sides facing, use coordinating yarn to sl st hexagons together at one side. With Antique White, ch length long enough to wrap lampshade. Use a sewing needle and clear jewelry line or thread to sew the hexagons onto the lampshade. 6 INTERMEDIATE READY, SET, CROCHET! MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Antique Teal and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. • Ornaments (size 3") • Yarn needle 4 Here's a fresh DIY project: acorn-esque ornament wraps. Medium Size G-6 (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge CROCHET HOOK: GAUGE: • Chains = 3" and top = 3" diameter DIRECTIONS TOP OF ORNAMENT Ch 7, join with sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), 22 tr in ring (23 tr total), sl st to top of beg ch 4 to join. Rnd 2: Join new color in any st, ch 1 (counts as first sc), 2 sc in each st (46 sc total), sl st to beg ch 1 to join. BOTTOM OF ORNAMENT Using same color as rnd 2, ch 4, join with sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 8, sl st to join to any st of rnd 2 of the top of ornament, sl to next st, ch 8 and sc back into ring. *Ch 8, skipping 2 sts, sl st back into rnd 2 of the top of ornament, sl st into next st, ch 8 and sc back into ring. Rep from * until about ¾ of the way around. Insert ornament and continue from * around. Finish off and weave in ends. 7 COASTER TO COASTER Here’s a beginner level take on granny square coasters. So crochet a bundle for gifts, for matches-the-curtains décor or just for fun! BEGINNER DIRECTIONS MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. • Yarn needle 4 Medium CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge GAUGE: 1 coaster = 3.5" across and 4" from point to point ABBREVIATIONS: Beg – beginning Bet – between Ch – chain Dc – double crochet Lp – loop Rep – repeat Rnd – round Sc – single crochet Sl st – slip stitch Sp(s) – space(s) St(s) – stitch(es) Tr – treble crochet With desired color, ch 5 and join with sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), [1 tr, 1 dc] into ring, ch 2, *1 dc, 1 tr, 1 dc, rep from * 4 more times. Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 2: Attach new color in any ch 2 sp, ch 7 (counts as 1 sc, ch 6), 1 sc into same sp, 1 sc bet next 2 sts, *[1 sc, ch 6, 1 sc] into ch sp, 1 sc bet next 2 sts, rep from * 4 more times. Join with sl st to first ch of beg ch 7. Rnd 3: Attach new color to any ch 6 sp, [ch 1, 1 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in same sp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, *[2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] into next lp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, rep from * 4 more times. Join with sl st to beg ch 1. Rnd 4: Attach same color from rnd 2 in any ch sp, [1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc] in each ch sp, 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to beg ch 1. Finish off and weave in ends. POCKETFUL OF COZIES Mugs and thermoses do a fine job of keeping our hot beverages just that, so it’s only fair to crochet some pretty cozies to keep them warm (and stylish) too. For this pattern, we used I Love This Yarn™ in Fuchsia Neon,Turquoise and Limelight. To make this cute cozie, just follow the Coaster to Coaster directions rnds 1-4 (above) and assemble as directed (below). ASSEMBLY With Turquoise and right sides facing, sl st hexagons together at sides. Finish off and weave in ends. 8 BEGINNER MATERIALS: • I Love This Cotton™ (shown in Brown), 3.5 oz. skeins of 180 yds. - 4 skeins • Yarn needle 4 Medium CROCHET HOOK: Size J-10 (6 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge GAUGE: 7 rnds of 7 sc = 2" x 2" square ABBREVIATIONS: Beg – beginning Bet – between Ch – chain Dc – double crochet Rep – repeat Sc – single crochet Sk – skip Sl st – slip stitch Sp(s) – space(s) St(s) – stitch(es) BLESS MY BASKET DIRECTIONS Note: This pattern was worked holding two strands of yarn together. GRANNY SQUARE (MAKE 8) Ch 4, sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), 2 dc into ring, ch 3, *3 dc into ring, ch 3, rep from * 2 more times. Sl st to join. Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 dc into ch 3 sp, ch 3, 2 dc into same sp, ch 1, *3 dc into ch 3 sp, ch 3, 3 dc into same sp, ch 1, rep from * 2 more times. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Rnd 3: Sl st to next ch sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), [1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc] in same sp, 1 dc bet next 6 sts, *[2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc] in next ch sp, 1 dc bet next 6 sts, rep from * twice more. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Finish off and weave in ends. With matching yarn and yarn needle, sew the sides of squares together to form a circle (these will be the sides of the basket). BOTTOM OF BASKET Ch 5, sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11 dc in ring (12 dc total). Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Rnd 2: Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around (24 dc total). Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Rnd 3: Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 1 dc in next st, *2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Rnd 4: Ch 3, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Rnd 5: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Rnd 6: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Rnd 7: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. What a better place to stash your stash of yarn than a cozy crocheted basket? ASSEMBLY Sl st bottom of granny square circle around the bottom circle. TOP OF BASKET Rnd 1: Working at the top of the basket, sl st at the beg of any square. Ch 1, work sc around the basket (10 sc in each square). Sl st into first ch 1 st. Rnd 2: Ch 1, *30 sc in each sc, ch 14 separately (this will form the basket handle), sk 10 sc. Rep from * 2 times. Sl st into first ch 1 st. Rnd 3: Ch 1, work sc all the way around (84 sc). Sl st into first ch 1 st. Rnd 4: *Ch 4, 1 dc in the same st, sk 2 sc, sl st into next sc st. Rep from * all the way around. 9 Chill Spot Your idea of relaxation usually involves yarn and a crochet hook, right? Then you're sure to be inspired by with this lucky-in-lounge project. 10 BEGINNER Granny’s Garden Square (pg. 10) MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Antique Teal and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. Color 1 (A) – 1 skein Color 5 (E) – 1 skein 4 Color 2 (B) – 1 skein Color 6 (F) – 1 skein Medium Color 3 (C) – 1 skein Color 7 (G) – 1 skein Color 4 (D) – 1 skein • Yarn needle CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm) ouge Granny Square Pillowcase (pg. 10) MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. – 1 skein 4 Medium • Yarn needle • Pillow form – 12" x 16" CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge GAUGE: 1 granny square = 6.25" x 6.25" GAUGE: 1 granny square = 4" x 4" ABBREVIATIONS: DIRECTIONS (MAKE 24) Beg – beginning Ch – chain Dc – double crochet Rep – repeat Sl st – slip stitch Sp(s) – space(s) SPECIAL STITCHES: Beg corner – [Ch 3, 2 dc, Ch 2, 3 dc, ch 1] in sp indicated. Corner – [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 1] into previous rnd ch 2 sp. Cluster – [3 dc, ch 1] in previous rnd ch 1 sp. DIRECTIONS Note: Add the blossom stitch after any dc in rnds 3, 4 and 5 (refer to pg. 3 for blossom stitch). With A, ch 4, sl st to form ring. Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), [2 dc, ch 2] into ring, *[3 dc, ch 2] into ring, rep from * twice more, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 2: Attach B in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *corner, rep from * twice more, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 3: Attach C in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *cluster, corner, rep from * 2 times, cluster, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 4: Attach D in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *1 cluster in next 2 sps, corner, rep from * 2 times, 1 cluster in next 2 sps, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 5: Attach E in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *1 cluster in next 3 sps, corner, rep from * 2 times, 1 cluster in next 3 sps, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Rnd 6: Attach F in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *1 cluster in next 4 sps, corner, rep from * 2 times, 1 cluster in next 4 sps, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3. Finish off and weave in ends. Rnds 1-4: Rep rnds 1-4 from Granny’s Garden Square pattern (left), but do not add the blossom stitch. ASSEMBLY FRONT PANEL Sl st 12 squares together in 4 rows of 3 squares each. BACK Sl st 2 rows of 3 squares each together. Rep this once, so you have 2 six-square rectangles. Sew the short sides of these to the front panel, but do not sew the 2 back rectangles together. This opening will allow you to slip the pillow inside the case, and will also allow you to remove the case for washing (see yarn label for laundering instructions). EDGING Dc evenly around the edge of the assembled pillowcase, working 4 dc into each corner. Join with sl st to beg. Finish off and weave in ends. 11 INTERMEDIATE MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Limelight and Turquoise), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. Color 1 (A) – 1 skein 4 Color 2 (B) – 1 skein Medium Color 3 (C) – 1 skein • Button • Yarn needle CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge GAUGE: 1 granny square = 3.5" x 3.5" SPECIAL STITCH Scalloped Edge Stitch - Ch 3 in top corner, *3 dc in next 2 sts, ch 3, 2 sc in next sp, rep from * 2 more times, ch 3, 1 sc in corner opposite beg ch 3. Finish off and weave in ends. DIRECTIONS (MAKE 4) Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny's Garden Square pattern (pg. 11), but do not add the blossom stitch. ASSEMBLY Using C, sl st squares together (two for front and two for back; leave the top open to insert phone). Across one side of the opening and using With A, scalloped edge stitch across one side of the opening. Join with sl st, finish off and weave in ends. Using yarn needle, attach button about half way down on the side opposite of the scalloped edge. The middle scallop will act as the buttonhole. WRISTLET Sl st to the top side sp. Ch st until ch is desired length. Attach back to side sp with sc. Sc around the lp to make it thicker and to add strength. Finish off and weave in ends. HOLD THE PHONE Your cell phone does a lot for you—keeps you in contact with your favorite pizza place, takes pictures of your pizza, lets your friends know you're eating pizza. So keep your faithful friend well protected in a comfy-chic granny square case. 12 Tablet Talk Don’t settle for an off-the-shelf tablet case when you can make one yourself. And while you're at it, whip one up for all your tech-savvy friends too! 13 INTERMEDIATE SIZE: Approx. 8" x 11" MATERIALS: • I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Limelight and Antique Teal), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds. Color 1 (A) – 1 skein Color 2 (B) – 1 skein Color 3 (C) – 1 skein • • • • 4 Medium Button Sewing needle and thread 20" x 14" piece of fabric Yarn needle CROCHET HOOK: Size E-4 (3.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge GAUGE: 1 granny square = approx. 3.5" x 4" SQUARE FOR FRONT (MAKE 6) Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny’s Garden Square pattern (pg. 11), adding the blossom stitch after any dc in rnd 2 (refer to pg. 3 for blossom stitch). Slip stitch three sides of the pocket square on top of one middle square on the backside, leaving one side not stitched for pocket opening. After squares for front and back all are connected, slip stitch the front and back pieces of case together on three sides (two long edges and one short edge). FOR THE CLOSURE SQUARE FOR BACK (MAKE 6) Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny’s Garden Square pattern, leaving out the blossom stitch. POCKET SQUARE (MAKE 1) Note: We changed our colors to make this square pop! Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny’s Garden Square pattern, leaving out the blossom stitch. ASSEMBLY Using same color from rnd 3, sl st squares for front together and squares for back together in 2 rows of 3 (see photo). Sl st in center of the front side of case. Rnds 1-8: 10 sc, ch 1, turn. Rnd 9: 3 sc, 4 ch, 3 sc (to form the button hole), ch 1, turn. Rnd 10: 10 sc. Finish off and weave in ends. LINING FOR THE CASE Fold fabric in half lengthwise, with right sides together and sew the side and bottom edges together to make lining. Insert lining inside the crocheted case. Fold the edge of lining under and pin it to ¼" lower than the edge of crocheted case. Hand stitch lining to case. Using a sewing needle and thread, sew button to front of case. ©2014 Hobby Lobby® www.hobbylobby.com • • Needle Art - 889667 DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO COMPLETE PROJECTS ALONE. ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED.
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