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Crochet African Flower Bag Purse Tutorial

 

I created 6 African flowers to create this purse with a G hook. I used medium worsted yarn. F hook for the top trim. The purse measures 8 by 5 inches.

Then I sewed the 6 flowers together to create the purse, which is best shown in the video.

Abbreviations

sc=single crochet

sl st=slip stitch 

dc=double crochet 

tr=treble crochet

ch=chain

2dctog=2 double crochet together decrease

hdc=half double crochet

Rnd 1: G hook, with medium worsted pink yarn, In the Magic circle, ch 3, 11 dc, sl st to join, ch 1, pull through, Fasten off.

Rnd 2: with green yarn, sl st into the space between the stitches, ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc, skip 2 stitches,*then in between the stitches, 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc, skip two stitches, *Repeat around, 

Rnd 3: sl st into the chain 3, ch 1, sl st into the chain 1 space, ch 3, work 6 dc in the space, *work 7 dc in the next ch 1 space, *Repeat around, sl st into chain 3. ch 1, pull through, fasten off

Rnd 4: with light green yarn, ch 1, *sc in the next 7 stitches, dc in the stitch below (best shown in video) yarn over, insert your hook to draw up a loop and yarn over and pull through both loops and yarn over and pull through both loops(its a dc in the stitch below, best shown in video), *Repeat around,  sl st in beg stitch

Rnd 5: sl st with white yarn, sc in the next 4, sc, ch 1, sc in the next stitch, (center of the petal) sc to the next center of the flower, then sc, ch 1, sc, *Repeat around, sl st

Sew the flowers together to create the purse. Best shown in the video. About the 10 minute mark in the video.

Top of the purse: All done in the back loop of the stitch.

F hook

White yarn, In the corner of the flower for the top trim, sl st, ch 3, 2dctog in backloops (decrease in two stitches), *dc in the next 7 backloops, 

hdc, sc in the next 4 stitches, hdc, dc in the next 7 stitches, 2dctog, *Repeat around to the beginning. sl st

Rnd 2: ch 3, 2dctog, *dc in the next 7 stitches, hdc in the next 5 stitches, dc in the next 7 stitches, 3dctog decrease, *Repeat around, sl st on top of the chain 3.

Rnd 3: sl st with green yarn, hdc in each stitch around. Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

Easy Crochet Wave Blanket Tutorial for Beginners

 

This crochet wave blanket pattern was done with medium worsted yarn and a F hook. This pattern is great for beginners and looks beautiful when finished. The beginning chain is the length of the pattern so make your chain which is done in multiples of 10 + 1 + 4(turning chain), until you reached around 42 inches. 

This crochet baby blanket is done in the multiple of 10 + 1 + 4(turning chain)

I did a sample of 30 + 1 + 4 + = chain 35

Row 1: 2dc in the 5th chain from the hook, skip the next two chains, *sc in the next 5 chains, skip 2, 5 dc the next ch, skip 2 ch, *Repeat across, end with 3 dc in the last chain. Turn

Row 2: ch 1, sc in each back loop across, Turn

Row 3: ch 1, sc in the next 3 stitches, skip 2 stitches, *5 dc in the next stitch, skip 2 stitches, sc in the next 5 stitches, skip 2 stiches, *Repeat across, end with sc in the last 3 stitches, Turn

Row 4: Repeat row 2

Row 5: ch 3, 2 dc in the same stitch, skip 2 stitches, *5 dc in the next stitch, skip 2 stitches, sc in the next 5 stitches, skip 2 stitches, *Repeat across, Turn

Row 6: Repeat row 2

Alternate between Rows 3-6. 

Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

How to Crochet a Bow for Beginners

 

I created these cute little bows with a G hook and medium worsted yarn. This crochet bow pattern is great for beginners! Super easy and great accent to add to a pattern like hats! 

Rnd 1: Done in multiples of 4 + 2 + 4 + 1

So I did a chain count of 11.

sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in the next 3 stitches, sl st in the next two, sc in the next 4 stitches, Turn

Rnd 2: In all of the back loops, sc in the next 4 stitches, sl st in the next 2 stitches, sc in the next 4 stitches. 

 *Repeat for for two more times or your desired width of the bow. 

Border: sc around the entire bow. Take yarn and wrap it around 8 - 10 times in the center, fasten off. 

Crochet Mug Rug Tutorial

 

These crochet mug rugs make really nice gifts. I used a h hook and medium worsted yarn. It measures 4 x 6 inches. 

Row 1: with white yarn, ch 18, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in each stitch across, Turn (this will be the width, the short ends, the fringe will go on both sides at the end.

Row 2: with brown yarn, ch 1, hdc, sl st in the next stitch, *hdc in the next stitch, sl st in the next stitch, *Repeat across, Turn

Row 3: ch 1, sl st with white yarn, sc in each stitch across, Turn

Alternate between Rows 2 and 3. Total of 21 Rows for the length.

Add fringe on both short ends. Take about 3 strands of yarn about 6 inches and loop it in the stitch, yarn over and pull your strands loop like a slip knot, and skip a stitch, and *Repeat. I did about 8 fringe strands on both sides.

Crochet Bulky Hat Tutorial

 

I made this adult crochet bulky hat with bulky yarn and K hook. This hat is great for all ages. You may need to have less rows and less chains for a child. You will have to try to fit it around the person you making it for to see if it fits before you sew it closed. 

Abbreviations

ch=chain

sl st=slip stitch

hdc=half double crochet

Rnd 1: Chain 34, hdc in the 3rd chain from the hook, hdc in each chain until you get to the last two chains, sc in the last two chains.

Rnd 2: Turn, Ch 1, sc in the back loop of the first two stitches, hdc in each back loop to the end. Turn

Rnd 3: Ch 1, hdc in each back loop until you end, sc in the last two stitches, Turn

Repeat Rnd 2 - 3, For a total of 33 rows.

Sew the ends together. You fold the bottom to add a cuff.

On the sc ends, on top, weave your yarn needle in and out and cinch it closed. Add a pom on top. 

How to Crochet a Flower Button

 

I created this button crochet flower with a 1.5 hook and size 10 thread yarn. The button is about 1.5 to 2 inches. This is no right or wrong if you would like to use a smaller or larger button. Make sure you hook fits through the holes in the button.

Abbreviations:

sc=single crochet

sl st=slip stitch

ch=chain

tr=treble crochet

Rnd 1: slip knot onto your hook, insert your hook in the hole and sc, ch 1, *Repeat two more times, 

insert your hook in the next hole and sc and ch 1, 3 times, Repeat for each hole of the button. sl st in the beginning stitch

Rnd 2: with white yarn, sl st into any chain 1 space, *sc, ch1, *Repeat around 

Rnd 3: sl st, **ch 2, work 6 tr, ch 2, sl st in the same space, sl st in the next two stitches, create another petal **Repeat, until you have 6 petals, then fasten off and weave in your ends. 

Crochet Chevron Shoulder Bag

 

This crochet chevron shoulder bag was made with medium worsted yarn and a J hook. I would suggest an I hook. If you would like to make this crochet bag bigger, add more rounds on the base or go up on a hook size or down on a hook size to make it smaller. 

This beautiful bag is a great way to carry your yarn or your items! This crochet bag measures 12 inches in width and 16 inches in length with the J hook. The handle is 15 inches from the top of the bag to the top of the handle.

 Abbreviations: dc=double crochet sc=single crochet ch=chain sl st=slip stitch 2dctog=2 double crochet together 2sctog=2 single crochet together

 I recommend an I hook. I used a J hook. I found the stitches a little too big. H hook for the strap. Rnd 1: I used blue yarn first, the pink yarn later in the pattern. 

In the Magic Circle, ch 3, work 2 dc, *ch 2, work 3 dc, *Repeat, around for a total of 12 dc and 4 ch 2s (ch 3 is a dc). sl st in the beginning ch 3. 

Rnd 2: sl st into the previous chain 2 space, go back into the last space with a sl st, Ch 3, dc in the previous chain 2, (you will finish this corner at the end) *dc in the next 3 dc stitches, 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the next chain space(corner made), *Repeat around, end with 2 dc and ch 2 in the last chain space to complete the corner, sl st in the beg ch 3

Rnd 3: sl st into the previous chain 2 space, Ch 3, dc in the previous chain 2,*dc in the next 7 dc stitches, 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the next chain space, *Repeat around, end with 2 dc and ch 2 in the last chain space, sl st in the beg ch 3 

Rnds 4 - 8: sl st into the previous chain 2 space, Ch 3, dc in the previous chain 2,*work a dc in each of the next stitches until you reach the first chain 2 space, 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the chain space, *Repeat around, end with 2 dc and ch 2 in the last chain space, sl st in the beg ch 3 

Rnd 9: (you need to use a stitch marker on all 4 sides in the center of the square, so about 13 stitches from each corner then place a stitch marker, on all 4 sides, because you will need to create a gap on all 4 sides) sl st into the previous chain 2 space, Ch 3, dc in the previous chain 2, *dc in each of the next stitches until you reach the center, skip the stitch before the stitch maker, then skip the stitch with the stitch marker, and skip the next stitch after the stitch maker, which is 3 skipped stitches, dc in the next stitch, dc until you reach the chain 2 space, 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the chain space, *Repeat around, end with 2 dc and ch 2 in the last chain space, sl st in the beg ch 3 

Rnd 10: sl st into the previous chain 2 space, Ch 3, dc in the previous chain 2, *dc in each of the next 11 stitches, 2dctog, skip two stitches, it will skip over the previous gap, 2dctog, dc until you reach the chain 2 space, 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the chain space, *Repeat around, end with 2 dc and ch 2 in the last chain space, sl st in the beg ch 3

Rnds 11-desired depth of the bag: During rounds you can add colors with a sl st in the beginning. I added two rounds of pink after 8 rounds after the stitch marker part, so I added pink yarn twice, then blue yarn twice, then pink yarn again twice. sl st into the previous chain 2 space, Ch 3, dc in the previous chain 2, *dc in each of the next stitches until you reach 3 stitches before the center, 2dctog, skip two stitches, 2dctog, dc until you reach the chain 2 space, 2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the chain space, *Repeat around, end with 2 dc and ch 2 in the last chain space, sl st in the beg ch 3 Strap 

Handle: I hook, with blue yarn, slip knot onto your hook with your yarn, *work 3 sc in the previous chain 2 peak, sc in the next 12 stitches, until you reach the skipped chain space, that's about 12 sc (may vary) until you reach the previous 2 double crochet together, work 2 single crochet together decrease, this will skip the previous gap, then sc until you reach the chain 2 space peak. 

*Repeat around the top of the bag, finish with a sl st. Straps: H hook, Make 2, chain 95, sc in 2nd chain from the hook, sc in each chain across. 

Fasten off. Sew the strap into the center sc of one of the peaks. Sew the other side of the strap to the other side to the other peak on the same side then flip over and do the same for the other strap. *Repeat again for the other strap. Fasten off and Weave in your ends. End with a sl st into the sc of the peak with the handle. Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

Crochet Flower Coaster Tutorial

 

I created this pretty crochet flower coaster with G hook and medium worsted yarn. These beautiful coasters make nice gifts. It measures about 5 by 5 inches. You can make it bigger by going up a hook size. 

Abbreviations:

ch=chain

sl st=slip stitch

sc=single crochet

3dctog=3 double crochet together

dc=double crochet

Rnd 1: In the Magic circle, f hook, yellow yarn work 6 sc, sl st

Rnd 2: sl st with light pink yarn, ch 3, 2dctog in first sc, 3dctog in each sc around, sl st

Rnd 3: sl st with dark pink yarn, ch 3, dc in the chain space behind the chain 3, *2dc, ch 3, 2dc in the next space (space between  3dctog), *Repeat around, total of 8(2dc, ch 3, 2dc), end with 2dc, ch 3, sl st into the chain 3. 

Rnd 4: sl st into chain 3 space, then sl st with white yarn, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in the space,  *3dc, ch 3, 3 dc in each chain 3 space, *Repeat around, Total of 8 (3dc, ch 3, 3dc,) end with sl st into chain 3.

Rnd 5: sl st into chain 3 space, sl st with blue yarn, *work 8 dc in the next chain 3 space, sc in the next space (space in between dc shell), *Repeat around, Total of (8 dc and sc).

Crochet Dog Mug Cozy Tutorial

 

I created this cute puppy dog cup cozy with medium worsted yarn and f Hook. I used dog eyes, plastic dog nose, and stuffing. If you are dog lover like me than you will love this cup cozy. These make for cute gifts. 

Abbreviations:

sc=single crochet

sl st=slip stitch

ch=chain

2sctog=2 single crochet together

Rnd 1: you will need enough chains to go around the button of your cup. I did a chain count of 39. Make it somewhat snug so it stretches. Connect the front to the back to create a loop. 

sc in each chain around, sl st in beginning stitch.

Rnds 2-13: in continual rounds, work a sc in each round, no slip stitch, *Repeat for about 11-12 rounds, at the last round, sl st

Ears, 

Row 1: continue on from rnd 13, sc in the next 9 stitches, Turn

Row 2: 2sctog, sc in the next 5 stitches, 2sctog, Turn

Row 3: sc in each across, Turn

Row 4: 2sctog, sc in the next 3 stitches, 2sctog, Turn

Rows 5-7: sc in each across, Turn

Row 8: 2sctog, sc in the next stitch, 2sctog, Turn

Row 9: 2sctog, sc in the next stitch, Turn

Row 10: 2sctog, Fasten off

Next Ear: skip 8 stitches, sl st into the top of the cozy, Repeat the ear the same way, Fasten off. 

Muzzle Nose: 

Rnd 1: ch 2, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc 4 more times. sl st

Rnd 2: 2sc in each stitch around, sl st

Rnd 3: work in continual rounds, *sc, 2sc, *Repeat around

Rnd 4: *sc in the next two stitches, 2sc, *Repeat around

Rnd 5: *sc in the next three stitches, 2sc, *Repeat around

Rnd 6: sc in each stitch around. sl st. Fasten off

Fur Strands

5 inches of yarn

Make about 40-50 strands

Glue them on under the muzzle nose in the center with a glue gun, in circle pattern. Then brush them out with pet brush to make them fuzzy. Then sew on the muzzle nose. 

Glue on the eyes and nose. Make a muzzle with a dash line under the nose with thread and a needle. 

Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Tutorial for Beginners

 

I created this crochet baby blanket with medium worsted yarn and a F hook. 

151 plus 3 for a baby blanket

multiples of 9 + 7, then add 3 for the turning chain.

Abbreviations

ch=chain 

sc=single crochet

hdc=half double crochet

dc=double crochet

sl st=slip stitch

Row 1: I started with purple yarn and F hook, Create a loose chain of 151 plus 3

dc in the third chain from the hook, dc in each chain across to the end. Turn

Row 2: I added white yarn, sl st

Ch 3, dc in the next three stitches, ch 3, skip 3 stitches, work dc in next 3 stitches, *Repeat across, end with with dc in the last 4 stitches, Turn

Row 3: Sl st with blue yarn, ch 1, sc, ch 3, 

*dc in the next 3 previous skipped stitches underneath the chain 3, ch 3 *Repeat across, end with a chain 3, sc in the last stitch, pull purple through to start the next Row

Row 4: Repeat Row 2, end with ch 3, dc in the last 4 stitches, pull your white yarn to start the next Row.

Row 5: Repeat Row 3, ch 3, sc in the last stitch, pull purple through to start the next Row

Alternate between Rows 4 and 5 until you have your desired length. 

How to finish the top to match the bottom, this will be your last row. 

Last Row: ch 3, dc in the next 3 stitches, hdc in the next 3 stitches, *dc in the next 3 stitches, hdc in the next 3 stitches, *Repeat across. end with dc in the last 4 stitches. 

Weave in your ends when finished. 

Crochet Worry Worm Tutorial

 

I created these cute worry worms with a h hook and medium worsted yarn. These cute crochet worry worms make great gifts to kids and teachers. There are fun worry worms tags to go with the crochet worms on my Etsy store as well.

Worry Worm Tags and Pattern: https://tidd.ly/3LKMtaJ

How to Crochet Bunny Tutorial for Beginners

 

I created this cute crochet bunny peep with velvet yarn and G hook. You can decorate with these adorable bunnies or give them as gifts. It measures 2 x 4 inches. 

Abbreviations

ch=chain

sl st=slip stitch

2sctog=2 single crochet together

sc=single crochet

Row 1: Make two, ch 6, sc in the second chain from the hook and each chain across, Turn

Row 2: ch 1, 2sc, sc in the next three stitches, 2sc, Turn

Rows 3-5: ch 1, sc in each stitch across, Turn *Repeat for a total of 3 rows. 

Row 6: 2sctog, sc in the next 3 stitches, 2sctog, Turn

Row 7: ch 1, sc in each stitch across, Turn

Row 8: ch 1, 2sctog, sc in the next stitch, 2sctog, Turn

Row 9: ch 1, 2sc, sc in the next stitch, 2sc, Turn

Row 10: ch 1, 2sc, sc in the next 3 stitches, 2sc, Turn

Row 11: ch 1, sc in each stitch across, Turn

Row 12: ch 1, 2sctog, sc in the next 3 stitches, 2sctog, Turn

Row 13: ch 1, 2sctog, sc in the next stitch, 2sctog, Turn

You can add your eyes and stuff it with velvet yarn after ears are made. I used a hot glue gun to add the plastic eyes. Then sew the two bunnies together.

Ears, start the ear from Row 13, 

Row 1: ch 1, 2sc, Turn

Row 2: ch 1, sc in the next two stitches, Turn

Row 3: ch 1, 2sc, sc in the next stitch, Turn

Row 4: ch 1, 2sctog, sc in the next stitch, Turn

Row 5: ch 1, sc in the next two stitches, Turn

Row 6: 2sctog, ch1, and Fasten off. 

Next the ear made, skip the middle stitch, and sl st with your yarn, *Repeat Rows 1-6. 

Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

Crochet Easter Bunny Egg Tutorial

 

These cute crochet bunny eggs are so cute for Easter! I used a F hook and medium worsted yarn. The crochet bunny egg measures 4 inches. 

Abbreviations:

sc=single crochet

2sctog=2 single crochet together

sl st=slip stitch

ch=chain

Rnd 1: start with pink yarn, F hook, In magic circle, work 6 sc in the magic circle. sl st

Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around, sl st -12 sc

Rnd 3: ch 1, *sc, 2sc in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st

Rnd 4: ch 1, *sc next two stitches, 2sc in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st

Rnds 5-8: work in continual rounds without a sl st, sc in each stitch around, *Repeat 4 times

Rnd 9: sl st with white yarn, *sc in the next two stitches, 2sctog decrease in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st 

*Special Note* You could do the invisible sc2tog decrease so it blends (shown in the video), or you could do 2dctog with pink then switch to white yarn in round 10 instead so it blends.   

Rnds 10-13: work in continual rounds, sc in each stitch around, *Repeat 4 times Stuff your egg with stuffing. 

Rnd 14: *sc, 2sctog decrease, *Repeat around

Rnd 15: sc in each stitch around.

Rnd 16: 2sctog decrease until it closes, about 6 times. Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

Ears: Make 2, F hook, white yarn

chain 5, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in the remaining sc, 3 sc in the last chain, don't turn, work on the other side, sc in the remaining chains, sl st

Attach the ears on top side by side. 

Attach plastic eyes below the ears. Sew on the mouth and nose with thread yarn below the eyes, best shown in the video. 

Crochet Easter Bunny Basket Tutorial

 

I made this crochet Easter bunny basket with a H hook and cotton yarn. I used two strands of Caron Cotton Cakes yarn at the same time. You can make this cute crochet bigger by adding more rounds and using a larger hook. It measures 4 inches on the bottom and 3 inches for the height. The ears are 2 inches.

Rnd 1: I used two strand at the same time to make it stiffer. I used half of my Caron Cakes yarn. 

In the Magic Circle, work 6 sc. sl st to join.

Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around, sl st - 12 sc (increases by 6 stitches every round)

Rnd 3: ch 1, *sc, 2 sc in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st

Rnd 4: ch 1, *sc in the next two stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st

Rnd 5: ch 1, *sc in the next three stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st

Rnd 6: ch 1, *sc in the next four stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st

Rnd 7: ch 1, *sc in the next five stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch, *Repeat around, sl st

Rnd 8: ch 1, sc in each front loop around, sl st (this will make it stand up)

Rnds 9-17: in continual rounds without a sl st, work sc in each stitch around for 9 rounds. At the end sl st. 

Bunny Ears, Make two, two strands of yarn, G hook

Rnd 1: G hook, ch 9, sc in the second chain from the hook, sc in the next stitch, hdc in the next two stitches, dc in the next 3 stitches, 6 dc in the last stitch, do Not turn, work on the other side, 

dc in the next 3 stitches, hdc in the next two stitches, sc in the next two stitches, 

Row 2: Turn, ch 1, sc in each stitch around, sl st. Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

Attach the end ears side by side on top of the basket. 

I attached black eyes below the ears and sew in a triangle nose in the center under the eyes. Sew on whiskers and a mouth, best shown in the video.  

Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Tutorial for Beginners

 

I created this crochet baby blanket with sparkle yarn and a F hook. This crochet shell stitch looks so pretty for a shawl or baby blanket. 

This crochet pattern is done in Multiples of 4, plus 2. 

Abbreviations

ch=chain 

sc=single crochet

dc=double crochet

sl st=slip stitch

Row 1: Create a loose chain, for a Shawl you can do 280 plus 2 or you can do any chain count that is done in multiples of 4 plus 2. sc in the second chain from the hook, sc in each chain across to the end. Turn

Row 2: ch 1, sc in the first stitch, *ch 3, skip 3 stitches, sc in the next stitch, *Repeat to the end, sc in the last stitch, Turn

Row 3: Ch 3, *work 5 dc in each chain 3 space, *Repeat across, dc in the last stitch, Turn

Row 4: ch 1, sc in the next two stitches, *ch 3, skip 3, sc in the next two stitches, *Repeat across, end with a sc in the last two stitches, Turn

Row 5: Repeat Row 3

Row 6: Repeat Row 4, Alternate between Rows 5 and 6. 

How to End the last row: 

Ch 1, sc in the next two stitches, *work 3 hdc in the previous 3 dc, sc in the next two stitches, *Repeat across, end with two sc. Fasten off and Weave in your ends.

Easy Crochet Pot Holder Tutorial for Beginners

 

This is a great way to grip your pot handles without getting burned! I used an I and J hook with medium worsted yarn to make this crochet pot holder. Quick and easy pattern which is great for beginners! 

Abbreviations

ch=chain

sc=single crochet

sl st=slip stitch

Rnd 1: with an I hook, this one is for the thumb, In the Magic circle, ch 1, work 5 sc, sl st

Rnd 2: 2sc in each stitch around, sl st -10 sc

Rnd 3: sc, 2sc, *Repeat around, sl st - 15 sc

Rnd 4: sc in the next two stitches, 2 sc, - 20 sc

Rnds 5-11: sc in each stitch around, *Repeat for 7 rounds. 

Fasten off. 

Make another one the same way with a J hook, this one is for all fingers. Sew them together with your yarn and yarn needle on the top on one side. Leave them open for your fingers and thumb. Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

Easy Crochet Women's Shawl Tutorial for Beginners

 

This crochet shawl is easy to make and great for beginners. The dimensions are 21.5 by 42 inches. I created this easy crochet shawl with a F hook and Caron Cotton Cakes yarn. 

Row 1: chain 3, dc in the first chain, work 3 dc in the same chain, ch 3, 4 dc in the same stitch.

Rows 2:  Turn, ch 3, work 3 dc in the same stitch, ch 1, work 4 dc, ch 3, 4 dc in the previous chain 3, 4 dc in the last dc, Turn

Rows 3 - 33: *ch 3, work 3 dc in the same stitch, ch 1, work 4 dc in the previous chain 1 space, work 4 dc, ch 3, 4 dc in the previous chain 3, work 4 dc in the previous chain 1 space, 4 dc in the last dc, Turn

Keep expanding with *Repeating Row 3 until you reach your desired length. I used all the yarn with 33 rows. Every time you have a chain 1 space, then work 4 dc and ch 1, and work 4 dc, ch 3, 4 dc in every chain 3 space, the chain 3 space will only run down the center. Fasten off and Weave in your ends. 

Easy Crochet Cardigan for Women Tutorial

 

This crochet cardigan is a one size fits all, however you can always add more rows and chains to make this bigger. 

I'm usually a size medium in a women size. This finished cardigan rested a little past my hips. This cardigan neck folds for a collar and rest half way in the front on both sides. This pattern has a lot of room and give to it. 

The length is about 41-42 inches and the width is about 31-32 inches. 

The starting chain is the length of the cardigan and the rows is the width of this pattern. 

With a K hook and medium worsted yarn. I used two and half skeins of yarn. 

Mainstays 5 Oz Sparkle Acyrilic Yarn, 98% Acyrilic 2% 

I did a loose chain of 130 with a K hook. This length is right at my hips. If you want it longer, I would make more chains. Gauge is about 4 stitches per inch. But since it's folded than that 1 inch will be half an inch when you add more chains.

So you could add about 4 chains to add a half inch more than 130 to make it go past your hips or keep it the same chain and hook size. I did a hdc in each stitch, but you could do dc or sc too. You may need more or less rows if you change this type of stitch. The width is around 31 inches so if you change the type of stitch then make sure its around that width unless you want it bigger or smaller. 

Rows 1-59: create a chain of 130 plus 2, work hdc in the second chain from the hook and each chain across. Turn

*Ch 2, hdc in the back loop in the same stitch, hdc in each back loop across, Turn *Repeat, I did 59 rows. 

Fold in half with the stitches going in a vertical position. On both sides, on the top, go down about 8 inches and leave that space open for the arms. Then sew both sides together and leave the 8 inches open and the bottom open. Fasten off and weave in your ends. You will place both your arms in both sleeve holes. The collar will fold automatically on both sides. 

Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Tutorial for Beginners

 

LEFT HANDED CROCHET VERSION

This crochet blanket is so simple and easy, but beautiful when finished. You can use as many chains as you like to start for the width. I used a G hook and impeccable yarn. 

hdc=half double crochet

Row 1: Chain as many as you would like, I did a sample of 25 with a G hook. Turn

Row 2: Chain 1, hdc in each stitch across, Turn

Row 3: Chain 2, insert your hook in the stitch, grab the yarn, draw up your loop, insert your hook in the next stitch, grab the yarn, draw up your loop, yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on the hook.

*insert your hook in the same stitch as your previous stitch, grab the yarn, draw up your loop, insert your hook in the next stitch, grab the yarn, draw up your loop, yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on the hook. *Repeat to the end of your row. 

Repeat rows 2 and 3 for desired length. Fasten off and Weave in your ends.