Pretty Doily Crochet Pattern

Create a lacy doily with this doily crochet pattern to accent any table in your home. This intermediate crochet pattern uses a small 2 crochet hook (1.75 mm) and light cotton yarn to create the delicate design. Check out this clever project for turning crochet doilies into bowls.

 

 

 

Materials:

• Yarn: 1 ball of Bernat Handicrafter Crochet Cotton (14 oz / 400 g)  (1 doily = 66 yds [62 m])
• Crochet Hook: Size 1.75 mm (U.S. 2) or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge: Center motif (to 3rd rnd) = 1 3/4" [4.5 cm] in diameter

Measurements:  Finished Size 9 1/4" [23.5 cm] in diameter.

Pattern:

Ch 6. Join with sl st to form ring.
1st rnd: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). 15 dc in ring. Ss in top of ch-3. 16 dc.
2nd rnd: Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc and ch-1). Miss next dc. (1 dc in next dc. Ch 1) 15 times. Ch 1. Sl st in 3rd ch of ch-4.
3rd rnd: Ss in ch-1 sp. Ch 3. 2 dc in same ch-1 sp as ss. 3 dc in every ch-1 sp around. 48 dc. Sl st in top of ch-3.
4th rnd: Ch 8. Miss first 4 dc. 1 dc in next dc. (Ch 5. Miss next 3 dc. 1 dc in next dc) 10 times. Ch 5. Ss in 3rd ch of ch-8.
5th rnd: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). 6 dc in first ch-5 sp. 7 dc in every ch-5 sp around. Sl st to top of ch-3. 84 dc.
6th rnd: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc). Miss 1st dc. 1 dc in each of next 6 dc. Ch 2. *1 dc in each of next 7 dc. Ch 2. Rep from * around. Ss in top of ch-3.
7th rnd: Ch 3. 1 dc in same st. 1 dc in each of next 5 dc. 2 dc in next dc. Ch 2. Miss ch-2 sp. *2 dc in next dc. 1 dc in each of next 5 dc. 2 dc in next dc. Ch 2. Miss ch-2 sp. Rep from * around ending with ss in top of ch-3.
8th rnd: *Ch 7. Miss next 3 dc. 1 sc in next dc. Ch 7. 1 sc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * 11 times more. Ch 3. 1 tr in last ch-2 sp.
9th rnd: Ch 7. 1 sc in first ch-7 sp. *Ch 7. 1 sc in next ch-7 sp. Rep from * to last ch-7 sp. Ch 3. 1 tr in first tr.
10th rnd: Ch 8. 1 sc in first ch- 7 sp. *Ch 8. 1 sc in next ch-7 sp. Rep from * to last ch-7 sp. Ch 4. 1 tr in first tr.
11th rnd: Ch 8. 1 sc in first ch-8 sp. *Ch 8. 1 sc in next ch-8 sp. Rep from * to last ch-8 sp. Ch 4. 1 tr in first tr.
12th rnd: Ch 9. 1 sc in first ch-8 sp. *Ch 9. 1 sc in next ch-8 sp. Rep from * to last ch-8 sp. Ch 5. 1 tr in first tr.
13th rnd: Ch 9. 1 sc in first ch-9 sp. *Ch 9. 1 sc in next ch-9 sp. Rep from * to last ch-9 sp. Ch 5. 1 tr in first tr.
14th rnd: Ch 3. *(5 dc. Ch 3. 5 dc) in next ch-9 sp. (2 dc. Ch 2. 2 dc) in next ch-9 sp. Rep from * around. Sl st to top of ch-3.
15th rnd: *Ch 5. (1 dc. Ch 2. 1 dc. Ch 5. 1 dc. Ch 2. 1 dc) in next ch-3 sp. Ch 5. (1 sc. Ch 5. 1 sc) in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * around. Ch 5. Sl st in first ch of ch-5. Fasten off.

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What a cute doily and the clever idea of turning it into a bowl is so amazingly clever. I've got to give this a try. It would be a great project for a beginner crocheter

Adorable Crocheted Baby Dress

Just when you thought crochet couldn't get any cuter along comes this adorable crocheted baby dress. Using this free crochet pattern and sport weight yarn you can make this for your little girl in no time.

Instructions are for 3-6 months; changes for 6-9 months and 9-12 months are in [ ].
 

Materials :

• Sports weight yarn - 9 [11,13] ozs white.
• 4 x 3/8" buttons.
• E crochet hook.

Gauge : 5 sc = 1"; 6 sc in back lp rows = 1"; 4 shell rows = 2 + 1/4".

Instructions:
Reverse sc crochet = working from left to right, insert hook in next st to the right, complete as sc.
DRESS BODICE : Row1: Ch 56, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 5 ch, 3 sc in next ch, ( forms corner ) * sc in next 13 ch, 3 sc in next ch ( forms corner ); rep from * 2 more times, sc in last 6 ch, turn (63 sts).
Note. Work the fol. rows in Back Loops only unless otherwise stated.
Rows 2-11: [ 2-12, 2-13 ] : Ch 1, sc in each st across with 3 sc in each centre corner st, turn, ending with 143 [151, 159 ]. sc in last row.
Rows 12 [ 13,14 ] : Ch 1, sc in first 18 [19, 20 ] sts; for first Armhole, ch 9, skip next 35 [37,39 ] sts; sc in next 37 [39,41 ] sts; for 2nd Armhole, ch 9, skip next 35 [37,39 ] sts; sc in last 18 [19,20 ] sts, turn (73 sc, 2 ch - 9 sps) [ 77 sc, 2 ch - 9 sps; 81 sc, 2 ch - 9 sps ).
Row 13: [14,15] : Ch 1, sc in each st and each ch across, turn (91 sc) [ 95 sc, 99 sc].
Rows 14-19 : [15 - 21, 16-25] : Ch 1, sc in each st across. At end of last row, fasten off.

BUTTONHOLE ROW : Row 1 : Working in ends of rows across Left Back, with right side of work facing you, join with sc in first row, sc in each row across, turn (19 sc) [ 21 sc, 25 sc,].
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 4 [4,6] sts; for Buttonhole, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, * sc in next 4 [5,6] sts; for Buttonhole, ch 2, skip next 2 sts; rep from * one more time, sc in last st, turn.
Row 4 : Ch 1, sc in each st and 2 sc in each ch 2 sp across, turn (19 sc) [ 21sc, 25 sc].
Row 4 : ch 1, sc in each st across, fasten off.

BUTTON ROW : Row 1: Working in ends of rows across Right Back, with right side of work facing you, join with sc in first row, sc in each row across, turn (19) [21 sc, 25 sc].
Rows 2-5 : Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. At end of last row, fasten off.
For Necktrim, working in ends of rows across Buttonhole and Button Rows and in starting ch on opposite side of row 1 on Bodice, with right side of work facing you, join with sc in last row on Button row, working from left to right, reverce sc in each row and in each ch across, fasten off.

SKIRT : (worked in Both Loops) Round 1 : Working in ends of rows of Button and Buttonhole and on last row of Bodice, hold Buttonhole over Button; matching rows and working through both thicknesses, join with sc in first row, sc in next 4 rows; working on Bodice only, sc in each st around, join with sl st in first sc (96 sc) [100sc, 104 sc].
Notes = for beginning V-stitch (beg V-st), ch 5, dc in same st.
for V-stitch (V-st), dc, ch 2, dc) in next st.
Round 2 : Beg. V-st, skip next st, (V-st in next st, skip next st, ) around, join with sl st in 3rd ch of ch 5 (48 V-sts) [50 V-st, 52 V-sts].
Round 3 : Sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch space of each V-st around, join with sl st in top of ch 3.
Rounds 4-5 : [4-6, 4-7] : Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, ( dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc ) in each ch sp around, join.
Round 6 : [7,8] : Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, ( 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc ) in same sp, ( 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in each ch sp around, join.
Rounds 7 - 12 [8-14, 9-16] : Sl st in each of next 2 sts, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, ( 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc ) in same sp, ( 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc ) in each ch sp around, join.
Rounds 13 : [15,17] : Sl st in each of next 2 sts, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, 7 dc in same sp; for Scallop, 8 dc in each ch sp around, join.
Round 14 : [16,18] : Sl st in next 4 sts, 9 dc in sp between last Scallop and next Scallop, (sl st in 5th dc of next Scallop, 9 dc in sp between last Scallop and next Scallop) around, join with sl st in first sl st, fasten off.
Sew buttons to Button row opposite Buttonholes. Sew pretty buttons and sew a flower to the dress.
 

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Irish Dreams Doily from Talking Crochet

Irish Dreams Doily

Even if you don't have Irish blood, you can get in the spirit of the holiday this month and become a little bit Irish for a day or all month long with our featured free pattern, Irish Dreams Doily by Ferosa Harold. If you've ever wondered if Irish crochet is as complicated as it looks, now's the time to get your Irish on and find out. The techniques used to create this heirloom doily are classic and offer just as much inspiration today as they did in centuries past.

Whether you are a crocheter who loves a challenge or one who is tired of the same-old, same-old, Irish Dreams Doily is the project for you this month. Irish crochet is the mother of all techniques, and this exquisite pattern has written instructions, as well as symbol crochet instructions, and includes a snippet of Irish crochet history.

So, prepare a cup of Irish tea to set the stage and relax and enjoy the challenge we have provided for you. It might be a while yet before you are out in the sun gardening, so take advantage of the last cool days of winter and crochet the day away!

Designed by Ferosa Harold

Finished Size

15 1/2 inches x 21 1/2 inches

Materials

• 650 yds. white size 10 nylon thread
• 218 yds. Pearl #32 Blending Filament by Kreinik
• 11 yds. Periwinkle #9294 (blue) #16 Braid by Kreinik
• No. 6/1.8mm steel hook or hook size needed to obtain gauge

Gauge

Steps 1-3 of Motif = 2 inches x 2 1/2 inches. Each Flower = 2 inches across.

Basic Stitches

Ch, sl st, sc, hdc, dc

First Motif
Cording

Cut 60-inch piece of white thread. With blue braid, place slip knot on hook, join with sl st in center of 60-inch piece, fold in half. You will be working over both strands of Cording for entire rnd.

Note: For picot, ch 3, sl st in top of last sc made.

Step 1: For first ring, working over both strands of Cording, work 8 sc, (picot -- see Note, 3 sc) 9 times, sl st in first st of 8-sc group (first ring completed).

Step 2: For second ring, 7 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 11 times, sl st in fifth st of 8-sc group on first ring, 3 sc, sl st in first st of 8-sc group on first ring.

Step 3: For third ring, (3 sc, picot) 9 times, sl st in fourth st of 7-sc group on second ring, 3 sc, sl st in first st of 8-sc group on first ring. Fasten off.

Note: For joined picot, ch 1, drop lp from hook, insert hook in center of specified picot, pull dropped lp through, ch 1, sl st in top of last st made.

Step 4: For bar, join white thread with sc over Cording, 13 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 6 times, picot; for ring, 7 sc, picot, 3 sc, joined picot (see Note) in fifth picot of third ring, 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, place last sc made behind last 7-sc group, sl st in fourth st of same 7-sc group.

Step 5: For bar, (3 sc, picot) 7 times; for ring, 7 sc, picot, 3 sc, joined picot in second picot of second ring, 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, place last sc made behind last 7-sc group, sl st in fourth st of same 7-sc group.

Step 6: For bar, (3 sc, picot) 5 times; for ring, 7 sc, picot, 3 sc, joined picot in fifth picot of second ring, 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, place last sc made behind last 7-sc group, sl st in fourth st of same 7-sc group.

Step 7: Repeat step 6, working joined picot in seventh picot of second ring.

Step 8: Repeat step 6, working joined picot in tenth picot of second ring.

Step 9: For bar, (3 sc, p) 7 times; for ring, 7 sc, picot, 3 sc, joined picot in fifth picot of first ring, 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, place last sc made behind last 7-sc group, sl st in fourth st of same 7-sc group.

Step 10: For bar, (3 sc, picot) 7 times, 14 sc (last bar completed), join with sl st in first sc made on first ring. Fasten off. Trim excess Cording.

Second Motif
Cording

Work same as First Motif's Cording.

Steps 1-3: Repeat same Steps of First Motif.

Step 4: For bar, join white thread with sc over Cording, 13 sc,  (picot, 3 sc) 3 times, joined picot in fourth picot of last bar on First Motif, (3 sc, picot) 3 times; for ring, 7 sc, picot, 3 sc, joined picot in fifth picot of third ring, 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, place last sc made behind last 7-sc group, sl st in fourth st of same 7-sc group.

Steps 5-9: Repeat same Steps of First Motif.

Step 10: For bar, (3 sc, picot) 3 times, 3 sc, joined picot in fourth picot of first bar on First Motif, (3 sc, picot) 3 times, 14 sc, join with sl st in first sc made on first ring. Fasten off. Trim excess Cording.

Flower No. 1
Cording

Cut three strands of white thread each 50 inches long. With one strand thread and one strand filament held together as one, join with sl st around center of all threads held together as one; you will be working around six strands of Cording unless otherwise stated.

Rnd 1: Work 16 sc around Cording, join with sl st in first sc, separate three strands from six and cut remaining strands close to ring (16 sc made) Pull the three hanging strands of thread to close ring.

Rnd 2: For petals, working over Cording, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc, ch 3, sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc of petal, sl st in next 2 sc on ring) 7 times, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) around Cording, ch 1, sl st in center picot of center bar on one end of center Motifs, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc of petal) around Cording, sl st in last 2 sts of ring. Fasten off.

Flower No. 2
Cording

Work same as Flower No. 1 Cording.

Rnd 1: Repeat same rnd of Flower No. 1.

Rnd 2: For petals, *(sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc, ch 3, sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc on petal) around Cording, sl st in next 2 sc on ring; repeat from * 5 more times, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) around Cording, ch 1, sl st in center picot of next bar on center Motifs (see diagram), ch 1, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc on petal) around Cording, sl st in next 2 sts on ring, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) around Cording, ch 1, sl st in ch-3 sp of next unworked petal on last Flower, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc on petal) around Cording, sl st in last 2 sts of ring. Fasten off.

Flower No. 3

Work same as Flower No. 2.

Flower No. 4

Joining to first free picot of next bar on center Motifs instead of center picot, work same as Flower No. 2.

Flower No. 5

Joining to last free picot of next bar on center Motifs instead of center picot, work same as Flower No. 2.

Flowers No. 6-10

Work same as Flower No. 2.

Flower No. 11

Joining to first free picot of next bar on center Motifs instead of center picot, work same as Flower No. 2.

Flower No. 12

Joining to last free picot of next bar on center Motifs instead of center picot, work same as Flower No. 2.

Flower No. 13

Work same as Flower No. 2.

Flower No. 14
Cording

Work same as Flower No. 1 Cording.

Rnd 1: Repeat same Rnd 1 of Flower No. 1.

Rnd 2: Working over Cording, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc, ch 3, sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc of petal, sl st in first 2 sts of ring) 5 times,  (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) around Cording, sl st in ch-3 sp of corresponding petal on first Flower, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc of petal) around Cording, sl st in next 2 sts on ring, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) around Cording, ch 1, sl st in center picot of next bar on center Motifs, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc on petal) around Cording, sl st in next 2 sts on ring, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc) around Cording, ch 1, sl st in ch-3 sp of next unworked petal on last Flower, ch 1, (sc, hdc, 7 dc, hdc, sc in first sc on petal) around Cording, sl st in last 2 sts of ring. Fasten off.

First Round
Cording

Cut 160-inch piece of white thread. With white thread, join with sl st in center of 160-inch piece, fold in half. You will be working over both strands of Cording for entire round. Work this round with wrong side of Flowers facing you.

Step 1: 6 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, with wrong side of Flowers facing you, joined picot in ch-3 sp of second free petal on Flower No. 1, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 6-sc group, sl st in first sc (first ring), (3 sc, picot) 5 times (first bar); for ring, *9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in ch-3 sp of next petal on same Flower, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 9-sc group, sl st in fourth sc; for bar, (3 sc, picot) 5 times; repeat from *.

Step 2: For ring, 9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in ch-3 sp of second free petal on next Flower, *(3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 9-sc group, sl st in fourth sc; for bar, (3 sc, picot) 5 times*; for ring, 9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in ch-3 sp of next petal on same Flower; repeat between **.

Repeat Step 2 five more times.

Step 3: For ring, 9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in ch-3 sp of second free petal on Flower No. 8, *[(3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 9-sc group, sl st in fourth sc; for bar, (3 sc, picot) 5 times]; for ring, 9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in ch-3 sp of next petal on same Flower; repeat from *; repeat between [].

Repeat Step 2 six more times. At end of last Step, 3 sc, join with sl st in first sc of first 6-sc group on Step 1. Fasten off. Trim excess Cording.

Second Round
Cording

Cut 320-inch piece of white thread. With white thread, join with sl st in center of 320-inch piece, fold in half. You will be working over both strands of Cording for entire round.

Step 1: 6 sc, *(picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in second picot of first bar on First Round, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 6-sc group, sl st in first sc (first ring), *(3 sc, picot) 3 times (first bar); for ring, 9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in fourth picot of same bar on First Round, 3 sc, joined picot in second picot of last ring, 3 sc, picot, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 9-sc group, sl st in fourth sc, 3 sc, picot, 7 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 5 times, sc in base of fourth st of last 7-sc group (first outer ring), 3 sc, picot*.

Step 2: For ring, *9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in second picot of next bar on First Round, 3 sc, joined picot in second picot of last ring, 3 sc, picot, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 9-sc group (on this step), sl st in fourth sc; for bar, (3 sc, picot) 3 times; for ring, 9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in fourth picot of same bar on First Round, 3 sc, joined picot in second picot of last ring, 3 sc, picot, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 9-sc group, sl st in fourth sc; for bar, (3 sc, picot) 3 times; repeat from * 13 more times.

Step 3: For ring, 9 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in second picot of next bar on First Round, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 9-sc group, sl st in third sc of 9-sc group; repeat between ** of Step 1.

Step 4: Repeat Step 2, 3 sc, join with sl st in first st of first 6-sc group on Step 1. Fasten off. Trim excess Cording.

Third Round
Cording

Cut 250-inch piece of white thread. With white thread, join with sl st in center of 250-inch piece, fold in half. You will be working over both strands of Cording for entire round.

Step 1: For ring, 6 sc, picot, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 6-sc group, sl st in first sc; for ring, 11 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in first picot of ring just made, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 11-sc group, sl st in sixth st of 11-sc group, 5 sc, joined picot in center picot of first outer ring on Second Round.

Step 2: For ring, 10 sc, picot, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 10-sc group, sl st in sixth st of last 10-sc group; for ring, 11 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in first picot of ring just made, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 11-sc group, sl st in sixth st of 11-sc group, 10 sc, joined picot in center picot of next bar on Second Round.

Step 3: For ring, *16 sc, picot, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 16-sc group, sl st in eleventh st of 16-sc group; for ring, 11 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in first picot of ring just made, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 11-sc group, sl st in sixth st of 11-sc group, 10 sc, skip next bar on Second Round, joined picot in center picot of next bar on Second Round; repeat from * 13 more times.

Step 4: For ring, 16 sc, picot, (3 sc, picot) 2 times, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 16-sc group, sl st in eleventh sc; for ring, 11 sc, (picot, 3 sc) 2 times, joined picot in first picot of ring just made, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 11-sc group, sl st in sixth st of 11-sc group, 5 sc, joined picot in center picot of next outer ring on Second Round.

Step 5: Repeat Step 2.

Step 6: Repeat Step 3, 10 sc, join with sl st in first st of first 6-sc group on Step 1. Fasten off. Trim excess Cording.

Fourth Round
Cording

Cut 180-inch piece of white thread. With white thread, join with sl st in center of 180-inch piece, fold in half. You will be working over both strands of Cording for entire round.

Step 1: For ring, 6 sc, joined picot in first picot of second ring on any 2-ring group, 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, joined picot in third picot of first ring on next 2-ring group, 5 sc, place last sc made behind first 6-sc group, sl st in first st of 6-sc group; for bar, 5 sc, picot, (3 sc, picot) 4 times.

Step 2: For ring, *11 sc, skip next ring, joined picot in first picot of second ring on next 2-ring group, 3 sc, picot, 3 sc, joined picot in third picot of first ring on next 2-ring group, 5 sc, place last sc made behind last 11-sc group, sl st in sixth st of 11-sc group; for bar, 5 sc, picot, (3 sc, picot) 4 times; repeat from * around, 5 sc, join with sl st in first st of first 6-sc group on Step 1. Fasten off. Trim excess Cording.

Irish Crochet: A Vintage Technique The lovely, unusual techniques used in Irish crochet show off the true talents of the crocheter. Known as early as 1743 when the Royal Dublin Society awarded prizes for it, Irish crochet became recognized worldwide during the days of the terrible Irish potato famine of 1845 to 1851. To survive, many women went into convents, where they were taught to make the exquisite laces. These were sold to wealthy families in England and France, who considered owning the fine lace a symbol of high social position. Using the thinnest threads and a hook so small it was hard to see, the lace makers made individual dimensional motifs, including shamrocks, roses and other flowers, leaves and padded circles, which were arranged and then joined with a grounding mesh crochet fabric. It was traditionally worked only in white or off-white and occasionally in black for mourning. These pieces were highly valued and have been handed down through the generations. In the Edwardian period, Irish crochet wedding gowns were the fashion, and an entire convent might work for a year or more on one dress. Our doily uses the most traditional of the techniques.

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I love doilies. Seriously I do. I have them on my table tops to avoid scratches. And of course I want them to be very pretty and nice, not chintzy at all. I ran across this pattern and thought it was so beautiful. I will be crocheting it very soon I promise. It is a unique crochet pattern. Maybe you'll love to try it too.

Sunshine Dots Crochet Baby Blanket

Sunshine Dots Blanket

Design by Carol Carlile

Textured stitches created with simple chains "dot" the surface of this easy one-piece blanket to create a perfect pattern of dimensional diamonds. Stitched in sunny sport weight yarn, this cheery design will brighten any baby's nursery!

Skill Level

Beginner

Finished Size

38 x 39 inches

Materials

• Red Heart Baby sport weight yarn: 24 oz baby yellow #224
• Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
• Yarn needle

Gauge

4 sc = 1 inch; 5 sc rows = 1 inch
Check gauge to save time.

Pattern Note

Weave in loose ends as work progresses.

Work in only sc sts of each row, sk ch-4 lps and keep all on RS of blanket.

Blanket

Row 1 (WS): Ch 151, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each rem ch across, turn. (150 sc)

Rows 2 & 3: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each of next 10 sc, [ch 4, sc in each of next 10 sc] 14 times, turn.

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 6: Ch 1, sc in each of next 9 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4, [sc in each of next 8 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4] 13 times, sc in each of next 9 sc, turn.

Row 7: Rep Row 5.

Row 8: Rep Row 4.

Rows 9-11: Rep Row 5.

Row 12: Ch 1, sc in each of next 15 sc, ch 4, [sc in each of next 10 sc, ch 4] 12 times, sc in each of next 15 sc, turn.

Row 13: Rep Row 5.

Row 14: Ch 1, sc in each of next 14 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4, [sc in each of next 8 sc, ch 4, sc in each of next 2 sc, ch 4] 12 times, sc in each of next 14 sc, turn.

Row 15: Rep Row 5.

Row 16: Rep Row 12.

Rows 17-19: Rep Row 5.

Rows 20-171: Rep Rows 4-19, ending last rep with Row 11, fasten off.

Edging

Rnd 1: Attach yarn in any corner, [ch 3, dc {ch 1, 2 dc} twice] in same st as joining, sk next 3 sts or 3 rows, *[{2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc} in next st, sk next 3 sts or 3 rows] rep across to next corner st **, [2 dc {ch 1, 2 dc} twice] in corner st, sk next 3 sts of 3 rows, rep from * around, ending last rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off.

Copyright © 2004 Crochet for Caring & Sharing, House of White Birches. All rights reserved.

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I love crochet baby blankets, they are quick and easy. But I also am in the mood for some sunshine. this is a great combination of mood and color. Enjoy this crochet baby blanket free pattern.

Free Crochet Pattern L0017 Springtime Set : Lion Brand Yarn Company

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What a precious simple crochet baby pattern The colors are so perfect for girl or boy and it is easy enough to do in a weekend. Love it!
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Starflowers Runner and Pillow Topper

Starflowers Runner & Pillow Topper

A garden of flowers in a rainbow of pretty spring colors will brighten your home year-round with this fresh floral set that makes a great project for using up partial balls of colorful size 10 thread.

Design by Katherine Eng

Skill Level

Intermediate

Finished Size

Runner: 14 x 23 1/2 inches
Pillow topper: 14 inches square

Materials

• J&P Coats Knit-Cro-Sheen crochet cotton size 10: 450 yds new ecru #61, 120 yds each spruce #179 and mid rose #46A, 100 yds maize #123, 64 yds crystal blue #25, 21 yds lilac #36, 12 yds almond pink #35
• Size B/1/2.25mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
• 12–13-inch ruffled lilac pillow
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

Rnds 1 and 2 = 7/8 inch; square = 4 1/2 inches
Check gauge to save time.

Pattern Notes

Weave in loose ends as work progresses.

Join rnds with a sl st unless otherwise stated.

Pattern Stitches

Medium shell (for flower): [Hdc, dc, tr, ch 3, tr, dc, hdc] in indicated st.

Small shell: [2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc] in indicated st.

Large shell: [3 tr, ch 3, 3 tr] in indicated st.

Runner

Note: For Runner, make 7 squares of pattern 1 colors and 8 squares of pattern 2 colors in parentheses.

Square

Rnd 1 (RS): With mid rose (maize), ch 4, join to form a ring, ch 1, 12 sc in ring, join in beg sc. (12 sc)

Rnd 2 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 1, [sc in next sc, ch 1] rep around, join in beg sc, fasten off. (12 ch-1 sps)

Rnd 3 (RS): Draw up a lp of maize (crystal blue) in any ch-1 sp, ch 1, sc in same ch sp, ch 2, [sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 2] rep around, join in beg sc, sl st into ch-2 sp.

Rnd 4 (RS): Ch 1, sc in same ch sp, medium shell in next ch-2 sp, [sc in next ch-2 sp, medium shell in next ch-2 sp] rep around, join in beg sc.

Rnd 5 (RS): Ch 1, sc in same sc as joining, ch 1, sk next st, sc in next st, *ch 1, sk next st, [{sc, ch 2} 3 times and sc] in next ch-3 sp, [ch 1, sk 1 st, sc in next st] 3 times, rep from * around, ending with ch 1, sk last st, join in beg sc, fasten off, turn.

Rnd 6 (WS): Draw up a lp of spruce (mid rose) in ch-2 sp at point of any petal, ch 1, sc in same sp, *ch 1, sk next sc, hdc in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, sk next sc, dc in next ch-1 sp, [ch 1, sk next sc, tr in next sp] twice, ch 1, sk next sc, dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, sk next sc, hdc in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, sk next sc**, sc in next ch-2 sp, rep from * around, ending last rep at **, join in beg sc, turn.

Rnd 7 (RS): Ch 1, sk over sts, work 2 sc in each ch-1 sp around, join in beg sc, fasten off, turn. (84 sc)

Rnd 8 (WS): Draw up a lp of crystal blue (spruce) in first sc of previous rnd, ch 1, [sc, ch 2, sc] in same sc, [ch 1, sk next 2 sc, {sc, ch 2, sc} in next sc] twice, *ch 2, sk 3 sts, [sc, ch 3, sc] in next sc, ch 3, sk next 4 sc, [{sc, ch 2, sc} in next sc, ch 1, sk next 2 sc] 4 times, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next sc, ch 3, sk next 4 sc, [sc, ch 3, sc] in next sc, ch 2, sk next 3 sc**, [{sc, ch 2, sc} in next sc, ch 1, sk next 2 sc] 4 times, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next sc, rep from *, ending last rep at **, [{sc, ch 2, sc} in next sc, ch 1, sk next 2 sc] twice, join in beg sc, fasten off, turn.

Note: On Rnd 9, use care to work in specified sts only, skipping over other sts and sps.

Rnd 9 (RS): Draw up a lp of new ecru in first ch-2 sp of previous rnd, ch 1, sc in same ch-2 sp, small shell in next ch-2 sp, sc in next ch-2 sp, *ch 2, large shell in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, sc in next ch-2 sp**, [small shell in next ch-2 sp, sc in next ch-2 sp] twice, rep from * around, ending last rep at **, small shell in last ch-2 sp, join in beg sc. (4 large shells; 8 small shells; 12 sc)

Rnd 10 (RS): Ch 1, sc in same sc, ch 3, [sc, ch 2, sc] in ch-2 sp of small shell, ch 3, sc in next sc, *[sc, ch 3, sc] in next ch-2 sp, sc in next tr, ch 3, [sc, ch 4, sc, ch 6, sc, ch 4, sc] in corner ch-3 sp of large shell, ch 3, sk next 2 tr, sc in next tr, [sc, ch 3, sc] in next ch-2 sp, sc in next sc **, [ch 3, {sc, ch 2, sc} in next ch-2 sp of small shell, ch 3, sc in next sc] twice, rep from * around, ending last rep at **, ch 3, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next ch-2 sp of small shell, ch 3, join in beg sc, fasten off.

Arrange squares 3 x 5 in alternate colors beg with pattern color 1 and making sure that points of stars are all facing in the same direction.

Work Rnd 10 around first square, then join others as follows, continuing in pattern st, connect ch-2 sps at side small shell points and corner ch-4 and ch-6 sps. To connect ch-2 sps, ch 1, drop lp, draw lp under to over through opposite ch-2 sp, ch 1 and continue. To connect ch-4 sps, ch 2, drop lp, draw lp under to over through opposite ch-4 sp, ch 2 and continue. To connect ch-6 sps, ch 3, drop lp, draw lp under to over through opposite ch-6 sps, ch 3 and continue. Continue to rep until all 15 squares are joined.

Border

Note: Shell for border rnd is [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc] in indicated st. Work in specified sts and sps, skipping over other sts and sps.

Rnd 1 (RS): Draw up a lp of new ecru in first ch-4 sp to left of any corner ch-6 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, *ch 1, shell in next ch-3 sp (at center between corner shell and next shell), ch 1, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, shell in next sc, ch 1, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, shell in next ch-3 sp (at center between last shell and corner shell), ch 1, sc in next ch-4 sp**, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-6 sp, ch 2, 3 dc in next ch-6 sp, ch 1, sc in next ch-4 sp, rep from * around working at each corner, rep pattern from * to **, ch 1, 7 dc in corner ch-6 sp, ch 1, sc in next ch-4 sp, join in beg sc, sl st into next ch-1 sp.

Rnd 2 (RS): Ch 1, sc in same sp, *ch 1, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc, ch 1, sk next dc, [sc, ch 3, sc] in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk next sc, sc in next ch-1 sp, rep from * around, working at each corner ch 1, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc, ch 1, sk next dc, [sc, ch 3, sc, ch 4, sc, ch 3, sc] in next dc, ch 1, sk 1 dc, sc in next dc, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 2, sk next sc, sc in next ch-1 sp, join last ch 2 in beg sc, fasten off.

Pillow Topper

Notes: Make 5 Squares of pattern 1 colors and 4 squares of pattern 2 colors in parentheses. Join squares 3 x 3. Then sew onto pillow top with matching thread through sts of Rnd 10 of squares.

Work Rnds 1 and 2 with maize (lilac), Rnds 3–5 with mid rose (maize), Rnds 6 and 7 in spruce (mid rose), Rnd 8 with lilac (almond pink), and Rnds 9 and 10 and border with new ecru.

Copyright © 2004 Blue Ribbon Crochet, House of White Birches. All rights reserved.

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This is just beautiful, I love the colors and I do enjoy changing color when I crochet. I get bored pretty easy, and this is not so difficult it couldn't be a take along project and yet it is easy enough for everyone. It doesn't even take forever to complete for we impatient people. I hope you enjoy this free crochet pattern.

Natural Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern from Caron Yarn

Crochet an attractive baby blanket in an Aran design for a baby shower gift or your own home. This easy baby blanket crochet pattern is done in eco-friendly yarn.

MATERIALS:

• Yarn: Caron International's Simply Soft Eco (80% Acrylic, 20% NatureSpun™ Polyester): Shown in: #0002 Natural 15oz/ 425g
• Crochet Hook: One size US I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook or size to obtain gauge
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Row counter (optional)

 

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Throw measures approximately 30" wide by 42" long, excluding edging

 

GAUGE
In double crochet, 12 sts = 4"/10 cm

Gauge is not critical for this project.

 

SPECIAL TERMS

Shell: Work (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) all in next st.

Bobble: Work 4 dc in next st; remove hook from final loop, insert hook through top of first 4 dc, pull final loop through.

 

STITCHES USED

Chain (ch)

Double crochet (dc)

Bobble and Shell Pattern (multiple of 18 + 11)

Row 1: Beginning in third ch from hook, dc in third ch, * [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next ch] twice, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next 7 ch, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * 3 times, end [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next ch] twice, dc in last ch; turn.

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next dc, * [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next dc], twice, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next 7 dc, ch 1, skip next ch, dc in next dc; repeat from * 3 times, end [ch 3, skip 3 ch, dc in next dc] twice, dc in last dc.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in next 2 dc, * work shell in next dc, sc in next dc, ch 1, sc in next 7 dc, ch 1, sc in next dc; repeat from * 3 times, end work shell in next dc, sc in last 2 dc; turn.

Row 4: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next dc, ch 2, * sc in ch-3 space of shell, ch 3, dc in next sc, ch 1, dc in next 7 sc, ch 1, dc in next sc, ch 3; repeat from * 3 times, end sc in ch-3 space of shell, ch 3, dc in last 2 sc; turn.

Row 5: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in next dc, * ch 3, dc in next sc, ch 3, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next 3 dc, work Bobble in next st, dc in next 3 dc, ch 1, dc in next dc; repeat from * 3 times, end ch 3 dc in next sc, ch 3, dc in last 2 dc.

Repeat Rows 2 – 5  for Bobble and Shell pattern.

 

THROW

Chain 84.

Begin Bobble and Shell pattern; work Rows 1 – 5 once, then 4-row repeat 15 times.

Work Rows 2 – 4 once.

Work 1 row as for Row 2.

Fasten off.

 

FINISHING

Edging: Join yarn at any corner.

Rnd 1: Ch 2, dc in each st across top and bottom edges, work 2 dc in each end-of-row along each side edge, join with a slip st to beginning ch.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in next st, * skip 2 sts, work 5 dc in next st, skip 2 sts, sc in next st; repeat from * around, join with a slip st to first st.

Fasten off.

Using yarn needle, weave in all ends.

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Not only is this a gorgeous crochet pattern, but it is made of eco friendly yarn. How can you go wrong with that. And it is perfect for the crochet beginner.

Adorable Crocheted Baby Dress

Just when you thought crochet couldn't get any cuter along comes this adorable crocheted baby dress. Using this free crochet pattern and sport weight yarn you can make this for your little girl in no time.

Instructions are for 3-6 months; changes for 6-9 months and 9-12 months are in [ ].
 

Materials :

• Sports weight yarn - 9 [11,13] ozs white.
• 4 x 3/8" buttons.
• E crochet hook.

Gauge : 5 sc = 1"; 6 sc in back lp rows = 1"; 4 shell rows = 2 + 1/4".

Instructions:
Reverse sc crochet = working from left to right, insert hook in next st to the right, complete as sc.
DRESS BODICE : Row1: Ch 56, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 5 ch, 3 sc in next ch, ( forms corner ) * sc in next 13 ch, 3 sc in next ch ( forms corner ); rep from * 2 more times, sc in last 6 ch, turn (63 sts).
Note. Work the fol. rows in Back Loops only unless otherwise stated.
Rows 2-11: [ 2-12, 2-13 ] : Ch 1, sc in each st across with 3 sc in each centre corner st, turn, ending with 143 [151, 159 ]. sc in last row.
Rows 12 [ 13,14 ] : Ch 1, sc in first 18 [19, 20 ] sts; for first Armhole, ch 9, skip next 35 [37,39 ] sts; sc in next 37 [39,41 ] sts; for 2nd Armhole, ch 9, skip next 35 [37,39 ] sts; sc in last 18 [19,20 ] sts, turn (73 sc, 2 ch - 9 sps) [ 77 sc, 2 ch - 9 sps; 81 sc, 2 ch - 9 sps ).
Row 13: [14,15] : Ch 1, sc in each st and each ch across, turn (91 sc) [ 95 sc, 99 sc].
Rows 14-19 : [15 - 21, 16-25] : Ch 1, sc in each st across. At end of last row, fasten off.

BUTTONHOLE ROW : Row 1 : Working in ends of rows across Left Back, with right side of work facing you, join with sc in first row, sc in each row across, turn (19 sc) [ 21 sc, 25 sc,].
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first 4 [4,6] sts; for Buttonhole, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, * sc in next 4 [5,6] sts; for Buttonhole, ch 2, skip next 2 sts; rep from * one more time, sc in last st, turn.
Row 4 : Ch 1, sc in each st and 2 sc in each ch 2 sp across, turn (19 sc) [ 21sc, 25 sc].
Row 4 : ch 1, sc in each st across, fasten off.

BUTTON ROW : Row 1: Working in ends of rows across Right Back, with right side of work facing you, join with sc in first row, sc in each row across, turn (19) [21 sc, 25 sc].
Rows 2-5 : Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. At end of last row, fasten off.
For Necktrim, working in ends of rows across Buttonhole and Button Rows and in starting ch on opposite side of row 1 on Bodice, with right side of work facing you, join with sc in last row on Button row, working from left to right, reverce sc in each row and in each ch across, fasten off.

SKIRT : (worked in Both Loops) Round 1 : Working in ends of rows of Button and Buttonhole and on last row of Bodice, hold Buttonhole over Button; matching rows and working through both thicknesses, join with sc in first row, sc in next 4 rows; working on Bodice only, sc in each st around, join with sl st in first sc (96 sc) [100sc, 104 sc].
Notes = for beginning V-stitch (beg V-st), ch 5, dc in same st.
for V-stitch (V-st), dc, ch 2, dc) in next st.
Round 2 : Beg. V-st, skip next st, (V-st in next st, skip next st, ) around, join with sl st in 3rd ch of ch 5 (48 V-sts) [50 V-st, 52 V-sts].
Round 3 : Sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch space of each V-st around, join with sl st in top of ch 3.
Rounds 4-5 : [4-6, 4-7] : Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, ( dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc ) in each ch sp around, join.
Round 6 : [7,8] : Sl st in next st, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, ( 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc ) in same sp, ( 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in each ch sp around, join.
Rounds 7 - 12 [8-14, 9-16] : Sl st in each of next 2 sts, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, ( 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc ) in same sp, ( 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc ) in each ch sp around, join.
Rounds 13 : [15,17] : Sl st in each of next 2 sts, sl st in next ch sp, ch 3, 7 dc in same sp; for Scallop, 8 dc in each ch sp around, join.
Round 14 : [16,18] : Sl st in next 4 sts, 9 dc in sp between last Scallop and next Scallop, (sl st in 5th dc of next Scallop, 9 dc in sp between last Scallop and next Scallop) around, join with sl st in first sl st, fasten off.
Sew buttons to Button row opposite Buttonholes. Sew pretty buttons and sew a flower to the dress.
 

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If this is not the cutest crochet baby girl dress, I don't know what is. It is adorable. And it looks really easy, but complicated enough to make the recipient mother go wow! Love this one. And it is nice enough for the crochet beginner

Ruffled Baby Blanket

Make an easy crochet blanket for your little baby this Easter. The colors are nice and pastel perfect for the occasion. An H hook is used with Red Heart yarn.

Materials:

• RED HEART® “Moon & Stars™”: 5 balls each 3001
• Snow A and 3720 Pink Chiffon C, 2 balls 3624 Limeade B.
• Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8].
• Yarn needle.

GAUGE: 15 dc = 4”; 7 rows = 4”. CHECK YOUR
GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS:
Beg Cluster = Ch 3, 2 dc, holding back last loop on hook,
yo and through all loops on hook.
Cluster = 3 dc in next st or space, holding back last loop
of each dc, yo and through all 4 loops.
BLANKET
With B, ch 4; join with a slip st to form a ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 3, 2 dc in ring, [ch 3, 3 dc in ring] 3 times, ch 1, hdc in beginning ch-3.
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc over st just made, dc in next 3 sts, [(2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc all in corner ch-3 space), dc in next 3 sts] 3 times, 2 dc in corner, ch 1, hdc to beginning ch-3. Fasten off.
Rnd 3: Join A in any corner ch-3 space, (ch 3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc) all in same space, * dc in each st to next corner, ** (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in corner; repeat from * around ending at **; join to beginning ch-3.
Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in next st, * (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) all in next ch-3 space, dc in each st to corner; repeat from * around, ending with dc in last 9 sts; join to beginning ch-3. Fasten off.
Rnd 5: Join C and repeat Rnd 3.
Rnd 6: Repeat Rnd 4. Fasten off.
Rnd 7: Join A in any corner, ch 1, * (sc, ch 3, sc) all in same corner, sc in each st to next corner; repeat from * around; join to beginning sc.
Rnds 8-14: Repeat Rnd 7 in following color sequence:
B, A, C, B, C, A, B.
Rnd 15: Join C in any corner, repeat Rnd 3.
Rnd 16: Join B in any corner, repeat Rnd 7.
Rnd 17: Join C in any corner, repeat Rnd 3.
Rnd 18: Join B in any corner, repeat Rnd 7.
Rnd 19: Join A in any corner, repeat Rnd 3.
Rnd 20: Join B in any corner, repeat Rnd 7.
Rnd 21: Join A in any corner, repeat Rnd 3.
Rnd 22: Join C in any corner, (ch 3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc) all in same corner, * ch 1, skip next st, dc in next st; repeat from * around working (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in each corner; join.
Rnds 23-27: Slip st to corner, (ch 3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc) all in same corner, ch 1, skip next st, dc in next st, * ch 1, skip ch-1 space, dc in next dc; repeat from * around working (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in each corner; join.
Rnd 28: Join A in any corner, (beg cluster, ch 1, cluster, ch 3, cluster, ch 1, cluster) all in corner, * ch 1, cluster in next ch-1 space; repeat from * around working (cluster, ch 1, cluster, ch 3, cluster, ch 1, cluster) all in each corner; join.
Rnd 29: Join B in any corner, repeat Rnd 28.
Rnd 30: Join A in any corner, repeat Rnd 28.
Rnd 31: Join C in any corner, (ch 3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc) all in same space, * 2 dc between cluster; repeat from * around working (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in corner; join.
Rnds 32-34: Slip st to corner, (ch 3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc) all in same corner, * 2 dc between next group of 2 dc; repeat from * around working (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in each corner; join.
Rnd 35: Join A in any corner, (ch 3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc) all in same corner, 2 dc in each st around working (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in each corner; join.
Rnds 36-37: Ch 3, dc in each st around working (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in each corner; join. Fasten off.
Edging
Join C in last st before any corner, ch 1, (sc, ch 3, dc) all in same st, [sc, ch 3, dc] 2 times in corner, * skip next 2 sts, (sc, ch 3, dc) all in next st; repeat from * around working [sc, ch 3, dc] 2 times in each corner; join. Fasten off.
Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS: approx = approximately; ch = chain; dc = double crochet; hdc = half double crochet; rnd(s) = round(s); sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es);
yo = yarn over needle; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated.

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This is so cute and just perfect for that precious baby girl. It is easy to crochet and you could use a variety of yarns. It is also up to your imagination as to what colors you would use. But I do like their choices. It is just so cute, good for experienced or crochet beginners.

Afghan with Sleeves Crochet Pattern

This afghan with sleeves, cleverly called a "wrap-ghan" by Bernat, keeps you warm with your hands free to read, sip a cup of tea or work the remote. Make your own sleeved blanket in colors to match your decor with super-value yarn.

Materials:

• Yarn: Bernat® Super Value (Solids: 197 g/7 oz) (389 m/426 yds) Child- 6 balls Adult- 8 ballsOR Bernat® Worsted (Big Ball) (Solids: 400 g/14 oz) (532 m/582 yds) OR Bernat® Berella 4 (Solids: 100 g/3.5 oz) (197 m/216 yds)

  Child Size: 1910 yds/1750 m
  Adult Size: 2670 yds/2450 m
   

• Crochet Hook: Size 5.5 mm (U.S. I or 9) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge: 12 sts and 10 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in pat.

Sizes:
To fit chest/bust measurements
Child Size: 24-32 ins [ 61-81.5 cm ]
Adult Size: 34-56 ins [ 86.5-142 cm ]

Instructions:

The instructions are written for Child size. If changes are necessary for Adult size the instructions will be written thus ( ).

BODY
Ch 136 (174).
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. *1 dc in next ch. 1 sc in next ch. Rep from * across. 135 (173) sts. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *1 sc in next dc. 1 dc in next sc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first dc. *1 dc in next sc. 1 sc in next dc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.
Rep last 2 rows for pat until work from beg measures 33½ (44½) ins [85 (113) cm], ending with a WS row.
Divide for armholes: Next row: (RS).
Pat across 35 (45) sts. Sl st across next 10 (11) sts. Pat across 45 (61) sts. Sl st across next 10 (11) sts. Pat across 35 (45) sts. Turn.

Right Back: Cont in pat on last 35 (45) sts until armhole measures 8½ (10½) ins [21.5 (26.5) cm], ending with a RS row.
Shape shoulder: Next row: (WS). Pat across 25 (31) sts. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked.
Collar: Cont in pat on 25 (31) sts until work from shoulder edge measures 3 (4½) ins [7.5 (11.5) cm], ending with a WS row. Fasten off.

Front: With WS facing, join yarn with sl st to center 45 (61) sts. Cont even in pat until armhole measures 8½ (10½) ins [21.5 (26.5) cm], ending with a RS row.
Shape shoulders: Next row: (WS). Sl st across first 10 (14) sts. Pat across next 25 (33) sts. Turn. Leave rem sts unworked.
Collar: Cont in pat until work from shoulder edge measures 3 (4½) ins [7.5 (11.5) cm], ending with a WS row. Fasten off.

Left Back: With WS facing, join yarn with sl st to rem 35 (45) sts. Cont even in pat until armhole measures 8½ (10½) ins [21.5 (26.5) cm], ending with a RS row.
Shape shoulder: Next row: (WS). Sl st across first 10 (14) sts. Pat to end of row. Turn.
Collar: Cont in pat on rem 25 (31) sts until work from shoulder edge measures 3 (4½) ins [7.5 (11.5) cm], ending with a WS row. Fasten off.

SLEEVES
Ch 32 (40).
1st row: (RS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. *1 dc in next ch. 1 sc in next ch. Rep from * across. 31 (39) sts. Turn.
2nd row: Ch 3 (counts as dc). *1 sc in next dc. 1 dc in next sc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.
3rd row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first dc. *1 dc in next sc. 1 sc in next dc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.
4th row: As 2nd row.
5th row: Ch 1. 2 sc in first st. *1 dc in next sc. 1 sc in next dc. Rep from * to last 2 sts. 1 dc in next sc. 2 sc in last st. Turn. 6th row: Ch 1. 1 sc in first dc. *1 dc in next sc. 1 sc in next dc. Rep from * to end of row. Turn.
Rep last 2 rows 9 (11) times more. 51 (63) sts.
Cont even in pat until work from beg measures 12½ (17½) ins [32 (44.5) cm], ending with a WS row. Place markers at each end of last row.
Work 4 (6) rows even in pat. Fasten off.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder and collar seams. Sew in sleeves placing rows above markers along unworked sts of Body. Sew sleeve seams.

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What an amazing idea. I just love this! Can't you see yourself snuggled up on the couch with this around you while reading or sipping tea. And it is the perfect crochet beginner