The Flame stitch is a decorative lace crochet stitch that uses a variety of basic stitches. It works in multiples of 10 sts + 2 over a 4 row repeat. The Flame stitch would be great for a scarf or a lightweight blanket. It also looks great with fingering / sock weight yarn.
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To see a video tutorial of this stitch, click on the box above or click HERE. There is also a chart below for your reference.
Stitches and abbreviations used:
Ch: Chain
Dc: Double crochet
Rep: Repeat
Sc: Single crochet
Sk: Skip
Sp: Space
St (s): Stitch (es)
Tr: Treble
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Special Stitch / Abbreviation:
Dc2tog: Double crochet 2 together – Yarn over and insert hook into designated chain space, draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops (2 loops remain on hook), yarn over, insert hook into same chain space and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops (3 loops remain on hook), yarn over and then draw through all 3 remaining loops on hook.
Directions for the Flame Stitch
Written using US terms
Chain in multiples of 10 + 2
(WS): Work 1 sc in second chain from hook, *ch 3, sk 3 ch, 1 sc in next ch, ch 3, sk 1 ch, 1 sc in next ch, ch 3, sk 3 ch, 1 sc in next ch; rep from * to end, then turn
(RS): Ch 1, 1 sc in first sc, *ch 1, sk next ch-3 sp, in next ch-3 sp work (dc2tog, ch 3) four times, then work one more dc2tog in same ch-3 sp, ch 1, sk next ch-3 sp, 1 sc in next sc; rep from * to end, turn
Ch 7 (counts as 1 tr and ch 3), sk next ch-3 sp, 1 sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 1 sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, sk next ch-3 sp, work 1 tr in next sc, *ch 3, sk next ch-3 sp, 1 sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 1 sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, sk next ch-3 sp, work 1 tr in next sc; rep from * to end, turn
Ch 1, 1 sc in first sc, *ch 1, sk next ch-3 sp, in next ch-3 sp work (dc2tog, ch 3) four times, then work one more dc2tog in same ch-3 sp, ch 1, sk next ch-3 sp, 1 sc in next sc; rep from * ending with last sc in the 4th ch of ch-7 at beginning of previous row, turn
Repeat rows 3-4 to desired length
I hope you enjoyed learning this stitch as much as I did. When you make something with it, could you please tag me @handmadebystacyj or #handmadebystacyj – I’d love to see what you create!
I’m so excited to be sharing with you my latest design: The Squishtastic Cowl!! The name pretty much sums up the texture from this cuddly cowl. It’s crocheted using the Ladders stitch with Red Heart Yarn’s “Unforgettable” yarn and it’s oh-so-squishy!
The Squishtastic Cowl pattern was inspired while making the tutorial for the Ladders stitch and I just couldn’t help myself – it was calling out to be a cowl! This cowl is pretty generously sized, so it could be also be considered a smaller infinity scarf. The pattern is written for adding buttons, but you can choose to simply seam the two edges together if you prefer not to use the buttons.
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Red Heart’s “Unforgettable” yarn was just begging to be used for this project; The soft hues of the color palette were calling to me, as well as the softness of the yarn. Plus, it’s a worsted weight (#4) yarn, so the project works up quickly; especially with a size I crochet hook!
The buttons allow for multiple ways to wear the Squishtastic Cowl. You can wear it as it’s made, or you can twist it (once, twice or more) to fit.
The stitch pattern itself is pretty easy, but I’ve made a video tutorial for the stitch and you can access that by scrolling above or clicking HERE. I found the yarn at Michaels a little while back and it appears that they are still carrying it. However, if you prefer to use something else or order online, I’ll have my affiliate link on the materials section for Mary Maxim (they have a great selection of yarns!).
Most yarn labels have the gauge listed for single crochet, but I made a gauge swatch using double crochet.
The yarn label on the “Unforgettable” yarn lists a 4″ x 4″ / 10 cm x 10 cm swatch using single crochet and a J hook as 15 stitches x 18 rows. With the double crochet swatch that I created, I used the I / 5.5 mm hook and worked up 15 stitches x 8 rows to the 4″ x 4″ / 10 cm x 10 cm measurement.
Gauge isn’t super important with this piece. As long as you have enough yarn to finish the project and you’re happy with the drape, you’ll be good to go.
Cowl can be make wider or narrower by adding or subtracting in increments of 8
When working last 3 hdc, sk the last hdc and work final hdc in top of ch-2
If you check out the video tutorial, you’ll notice that I don’t work beginning and ending dc on the rows; instead I use hdc – I found that this gives a more even edge
Directions for Squishtastic Cowl:
Work 50 Fdc
RS: Ch 2, turn (does not count as hdc here and throughout); 1 hdc in first st and in ea of the next 2 sts, 1 FPDC around ea of the next 4 sts, * 1 BPDC around ea of the next 4 sts, 1 FPDC around ea of the next 4 sts; rep * across to last 3 sts, 1 hdc in ea of 3 remaining sts. (6 hdc, 24 FPDC, 20 BPDC)
WS: Ch 2, turn; 1 hdc in first st and in ea of the next 2 sts, work 1 BPDC around ea of the next 4 sts, * 1 FPDC around ea of the next 4 sts, 1 BPDC around ea of the next 4 sts; rep * to last 3 sts, 1 hdc in ea of 3 remaining sts. (6 hdc, 20 FPDC, 24 BPDC)
Rep rows 2-3 until piece measures 41″ or desired length.
If you prefer not to use buttons, feel free to fasten off after completing a row 3 repeat and seam the ends together.
Buttonhole
(If you prefer a tighter fit for the button, feel free to omit the ch-2 in the first row. Instead, ch 1 or omit the chain all together. You can also purchase larger buttons, as this is a little bit of a loose fit)
RS: Ch 2, turn; 1 hdc in first st and in ea of next 2 sts, *1 FPDC around next st, ch 2, sk 2, 1 FPDC around next st, 1 BPDC around ea of next 4 sts; rep * across to last 3 sts, omitting the last 4 BPDC, 1 hdc in ea of remaining 3 sts. (6 hdc, 20 BPDC, 12 FPDC, 6 ch-2 spaces)
WS: Ch 2, turn; 1 hdc in first st and in ea of next 2 sts, *1 BPDC around next st, 1 dc in ea of next 2 ch, 1 BPDC around next st, 1 FPDC around ea of next 4 sts; rep * across to last 3 sts, omitting the last FPDC section, 1 hdc in ea of remaining 3 sts. (6 hdc, 12 BPDC, 12 dc, 20 FPDC)
Ch 2, turn; 1 hdc in first st and in ea of the next 2 sts, 1 FPDC around ea of the next 4 sts, * 1 BPDC around ea of the next 4 sts, 1 FPDC around ea of the next 4 sts; rep * across to last 3 sts, 1 hdc in ea of 3 remaining sts. (6 hdc, 24 FPDC, 20 BPDC)
Ch 2, turn; 1 hdc in first st and in ea st across; Fasten off.
Styling
No Twist
One Twist
Two Twists
Above you’ll see three ways that I styled this lovely squishtastic cowl. The left side image has no twist, the middle image has one twist and the image on the right has two twists. Have fun with this and please tag me on social media @handmadebystacyj and #handmadebystacyj. I’d love to see how you wear yours!
This pattern is copyright 2022 Handmade by Stacy J. Please do not duplicate or copy any portion of this pattern, as well as photographs. You are encouraged to share images of your final product and are allowed to sell final products. I just ask that if you sell your final product, please purchase the ad-free pdf and please credit Handmade by Stacy J as the designer. Thank you for your support!
The Ladders crochet stitch is one that isn’t seen all over the web. However, when I came across it, I fell in LOVE with it! The texture is oh-so-squishy and it works up very easily. The Ladders crochet stitch can also be called the 4×4 crochet ribbing stitch, as it is worked like a thick ribbing would be.
This stitch works in chain multiples of 8, however you can use a foundation double crochet and work in multiples of 8 + 2. This pattern uses only chain, double crochet, front post double crochet and back post double crochet.
To see a video tutorial of the Ladders crochet stitch, click on the box above or click HERE.
If you’d like to try this stitch on a fun and easy pattern, please check out my latest design (inspired by this stitch!) – the Squishtastic Cowl. It uses less than 3 skeins of Red Heart’s “Unforgettable” yarn and works up easily in a weekend. It’s a generously sized cowl that offers a ton of squish and you’ll just want to cuddle up in it.
Here’s a pin for your Pinterest board 🙂
Now for the stitch pattern!
Stitches and abbreviations used:
Ch: Chain
BPDC: Back post double crochet
Dc: Double crochet
FPDC: Front post double crochet
St (s): Stitch (es)
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Directions for the Ladders Crochet Stitch
Chain in multiples of 8
1: In 4th ch from hook (counts as first dc), work 1 dc and 1 dc in each ch across.
2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), turn; work 1 FPDC around posts of each of the next 4 sts, *work 1 BPDC around posts of each of the next 4 sts, work 1 FPDC around each of the next 4 sts; rep * to last dc, 1 dc in last dc.
3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc, turn; work 1 BPDC around posts of each of the next 4 sts, *work 1 FPDC around posts of each of the next 4 sts, work 1 BPDC around posts of each of the next 4 sts; rep * to last dc, 1 dc in last dc.
Repeat rows 2 – 3 to desired length.
I hope you enjoyed learning the Ladders crochet stitch as much as I did. When you make something with it, could you please tag me @handmadebystacyj or #handmadebystacyj – I’d love to see what you create!
The Ruching stitch is very fun, easy to do, easy to memorize and offers a lovely squishy texture that would be great for a scarf, hat or baby blanket. The ruching of this stitch pattern is created by doubling the amount of stitches in indicated rows using a smaller needle. The ruching is then brought together by reducing the amount of stitches and then switching to larger needles.
I’ve designed a block pattern that would be wonderful for a blanket that utilizes 10” x 10” or 9.5″ x 9.5″ blocks. The patterns are free and can be located on my website.
If you’d like to see the video tutorial, you can click on the box above or click HERE. And, if you don’t have time to try this amazing stitch right away, there’s a Pin below that you can save to your Pinterest board.
There are two options for working this stitch. Option 1 uses the stockinette stitch to separate the ruching (see purple example below); Option 2 uses garter stitch to separate the ruching.
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Stitches & abbreviations used:
K: Knit
K2tog: Knit 2 together
Kfb: Knit front and back
P: Purl
Multiples of 1
Uses 2 different sized needles
For my blocks, I use sizes US 6 / 4 mm & US 5 / 3.75 mm for DK weight yarn and for the video tutorial I use sizes US 8 / 5 mm and US 7 / 4.5 mm for worsted weight yarn
Directions for Ruching Stitch option 1
This has the stockinette stitch as the divider of the ruching
(WS): Purl
(RS): Knit
Purl
Knit
Purl
Knit
Purl
Kfb in ea st; change to smaller needles for next row
Purl
Knit
Purl
Knit
Purl
K2tog across row; change to larger needles for next row
Rep rows 1-14 to desired length
** If working a square or a scarf, you can repeat rows 1 – 6 or 7 once more for an even top and bottom of the project.
Directions for Ruching Stitch option 2
This option has the garter stitch for separating the ruching
Note: This option does scrunch up a little bit more than the first option, but it does lay flatter and the edges appear straighter.
(WS): Knit
(RS): Knit
Knit
Knit
Knit
Knit
Knit
Kfb in ea st; change to smaller needles for next row
Purl
Knit
Purl
Knit
Purl
K2tog across row; change to larger needles for next row
Rep rows 1-14 to desired length
** If working a square or a scarf, you can repeat rows 1 – 6 or 7 once more for an even top and bottom of the project.
I hope you enjoyed learning this lovely stitch and try it out on a project. If you do make something with the Ruching Stitch, please tag me on social media @handmadebystacyj – I’d love to see your makes! To know when more stitches and patterns are added, please check back often or subscribe to my newsletter.
This is the knitting pattern for the Ruching block 2. These squares can be used as practice blocks or as an addition to a blanket that uses squares. Or, extend the length to make a scarf or use cotton yarn and create a dishcloth – the options are endless!
This square offers straighter edges and lays flatter then the Ruching Block 1. The ruching of this stitch pattern is created by doubling the amount of stitches in indicated rows by using a smaller needle. The ruching is then brought together by reducing the amount of stitches and then switching to larger needles.
If you’d like to see the video tutorial, you can click above or click HERE. Also, if you don’t have time to try this amazing stitch right away, there’s a Pin below that you can save to your Pinterest board.
Notes:
To obtain a cleaner edge, slip the first stitch purl wise with the yarn in front
This block is easily adaptable to any size, as the stitch pattern works in multiples of 1.
The ruching of this stitch pattern is created by doubling the amount of stitches in indicated rows by using a smaller needle. Then the ruching is then brought together by reducing the amount of stitches and then switching to larger needles.
Here’s a pin for your Pinterest board 🙂
Measures:
9.5 x 9.5″ / 24 cm x 24 cm blocked
Gauge:
22 sts x 30 rows = 4″ / 10 cm in stockinette stitch
Materials needed:
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1 lockable stitch marker or scrap piece of yarn to mark the RS (optional)
2 stitch markers to indicate where edging borders are located (optional)
Stitches & abbreviations used:
Bind off
Cast on
Ea: each
K: Knit
K2tog: Knit 2 together
Kfb: Knit front and back
P: Purl
RS: Right Side
SM: Stitch marker
St (s): Stitch (es)
WS: Wrong side
Directions for Ruching Block 2
With US 6 / 4 mm needles, cast on 44
Knit
Knit (with lockable stitch marker or scrap piece of yarn, mark this row to indicate RS)
(WS): Knit
(RS): Knit
Knit
Knit
Knit
Knit
Knit
K5, insert SM, kfb in ea st to last 5 sts, insert SM k5; (78 sts) change to smaller needles for next row
K5, purl to SM, k5
Knit
K5, purl to SM, k5
Knit
K5, purl to SM, k5
K5, k2tog to SM, k5; change to larger needles for next row
Rep rows 3 – 16 three more times slipping SM as you come to it
Rep rows 3 – 9 once more
Knit
Bind off knit wise
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This pattern is copyright 2022 Handmade by Stacy J. Please do not duplicate or copy any portion of this pattern, as well as photographs. You are encouraged to share images of your final product and are allowed to sell final products; If you sell your final product, I just ask that you please purchase the ad-free pdf and credit Handmade by Stacy J as the designer. Thank you!
This is the knitting pattern for the Ruching block 1. These squares can be used as practice blocks, as an addition to a blanket that uses squares, extend the length to make a scarf or use cotton yarn and create a dishcloth – the options are endless! Each square is noted with the multiples with which each stitch pattern is worked so that the pattern is completely customizable.
If you’d like to see the video tutorial, you can click above or click HERE. And, if you don’t have time to try this amazing stitch right away, there’s a Pin below that you can save to your Pinterest board.
Notes:
To obtain a cleaner edge, slip the first stitch purl wise with the yarn in front
This block is easily adaptable to any size – the pattern works in multiples of 1.
The ruching of this stitch pattern is created by doubling the amount of stitches in indicated rows using a smaller needle. The ruching is then brought together by reducing the amount of stitches and then switching to larger needles.
Measures:
10″ x 10″ / 25.5 cm x 25.5 cm blocked
Gauge:
22 sts x 30 rows = 4″ / 10 cm in stockinette stitch
Materials needed:
Please note that the materials listed are affiliate links – by purchasing your materials through these links you allow the companies to pay me a small commission without costing you a penny more; thank you for your support!
1 lockable stitch marker or scrap piece of yarn to mark the RS (optional)
Stitches & abbreviations used:
Bind off
Cast on
Ea: each
K: Knit
K2tog: Knit 2 together
Kfb: Knit front and back
P: Purl
RS: Right Side
St (s): Stitch (es)
WS: Wrong side
Here’s a pin for your Pinterest board 🙂
Directions for Ruching Block 1
With US 6 / 4 mm needles, cast on 44
Knit
Knit
(WS): K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
(RS): Knit
K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
Knit
K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
Knit
K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
K2, kfb in ea st to last 2 sts, k2; (84 sts) change to smaller needles for next row
K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
Knit
K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
Knit
K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2
K2, k2tog across row, k2; change to larger needles for next row
Rep rows 3 – 16 three more times
Rep rows 3 – 8 once more
Knit
Bind off knit wise
Please remember to tag me on your makes @handmadebystacyj and #handmadebystacyj – I’d love to see them!
Stacy J
This pattern is copyright 2022 Handmade by Stacy J. Please do not duplicate or copy any portion of this pattern, as well as photographs. You are encouraged to share images of your final product and are allowed to sell final products; If you sell your final product, I just ask that you please purchase the ad-free pdf and credit Handmade by Stacy J as the designer. Thank you!
Today I am so excited to share with you the Holiday Snarf Scarf! The Holiday Snarf Scarf? What’s that, you might be asking yourself…
The Holiday Snarf Scarf is a dog scarf that was inspired by our latest addition to our family: Moxxi! She makes the funniest sound when she gets a treat and it sounds like a big “SNARF!” Since we hadn’t had a little girl dog for ages, I decided that she needed a little wardrobe – hence, the Snarf Scarf was born!
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About the Holiday Snarf Scarf
The Snarf Scarf is triangular in shape and uses very little yarn, so it would be a great stash diving project. It uses DK weight yarn with only one color at a time, works up in just a couple hours and is completely customizable to the size of your critter. Bucket and Moxxi are both medium size dogs and the scarf fits them as the pattern is written. However, if you have a very large dog, there is a section where you would just repeat until it’s the right size and there’s a place marked where to stop if you have a smaller critter.
The pattern calls for 2 sets of size 1 snaps and an 18 mm bell. The snaps work as a safety feature making this scarf easy to break away from your critter in case their scarf gets caught on anything. (Just please always supervise your fur babies.)
If you prefer a printable pdf of the Holiday Snarf Scarf that includes a chart, a checklist to help keep track of your rows and printable gift tags for gifting your scarf, you can purchase through Ravelry (or add to your favorites or que) or you can purchase through my Etsy store.
This pattern is written for an intermediate knitter. However, an ambitious beginner could try this out, too.
This pattern has been tested and tech edited – thank you to all my lovely testers and to Kathie, my rock star tech editor!
22″ x 7″ / 56 cm x 18 cm – Fits neck circumference of 14″ to 21″ / 35.5 cm to 53.5 cm
Difficulty Level:
Intermediate
Gauge:
20 sts x 24 rows in Stockinette Stitch = 4″ or 10 cm
Stitches & Terms Used
(Pattern is written in US terms):
CC: Contrast color.
K: Knit
Kfb: Knit front & back
K2tog: Knit two stitches together
MC: Main color
M1l (Make 1 knitwise left leaning): With left needle, pick up the horizontal strand between stitches from front to back, then knit into this new stitch through the back loop (1 stitch increased)
M1r (Make 1 knitwise right leaning): With left needle, pick up the horizontal strand between stitches from back to front, then knit into this stitch (1 stitch increased)
P: Purl
RS: Right side
Sl: Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn at back
Sl wyif: Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in front
SM: Stitch marker
St(s): Stitch(es)
Stretchy bind-off method: K1, k2tog, return those 2 sts back to left needle, then repeat until all stitches are bound off
WS: Wrong Side
If you prefer a printable pdf of the Holiday Snarf Scarf that includes a chart, a checklist to help keep track of your rows and printable gift tags for gifting your scarf, you can purchase through Ravelry (or add to your favorites or que) or you can purchase through my Etsy store.
Notes:
Do not cut yarn until instructed to do so; instead, carry up side of work.
Be sure to slip stitch marker as you come to it – it will mark the center of the snarf scarf.
Pattern is easily adaptable to any size critter. For a smaller critter, simply work to the circumference size of your critter’s neck ending on a Stockinette Transition section, then move to the finishing section. For a larger critter, repeat the final stockinette section until you obtain the neck circumference needed, then move to the finishing section.
When working M1L or M1R in center of scarf, be sure to use the strands of yarn worked on previous row.
If you would like to check out the Simple Snarf Scarf, please click on the image above.
21: Using CC, (k1, m1r) Ă— 2, k to m, m1r, k1, m1l, k to last 2 sts, (m1l, k1) Ă— 2. (63 sts)
22: Using CC, k2, p to last 2 sts, k2. (If you are making this snarf scarf for a smaller critter, this is a good time to measure and see if it will fit at this point. If it does fit, then move to the “Finishing” section.)
33 – 36: Using CC, repeat Stockinette Transition1 rows 21 & 22 two times (105 sts) (If you are making this snarf scarf for a larger critter, repeat this section as many times as needed to reach desired circumference, then proceed to the “Finishing” section).
Finishing
37: Using CC, cast on 10 using knitted cast on method, k10, k2tog, (k1, m1r) Ă— 2, k to m, m1r, k1, m1l, knit to last 2 sts, (m1l, k1) Ă— 2, cast on 10 using knitted cast on method. (130 sts) – This adds approximately 2.75″ / 7 cm to each side.
38: Using CC, k 10, k2tog, k across. Cut CC.
39: Using MC, bind off using stretchy bind-off method or your bind-off method of choice.
Place scarf around critter to determine snap placement, then sew on snaps.
Using yarn and tapestry needle, sew bell to bottom center point of snarf scarf (you may want to block your item prior to this step).
Give to your critter, take pictures and tag me at #handmadebystacyj and @handmadebystacyj
Wishing you a happy, snarfy kind of day with lots of yarn (and snacks)!
This pattern is copyright 2021 Handmade by Stacy J. Please do not duplicate or copy any portion of this pattern, as well as photographs. You are encouraged to share images of your final product and are allowed to sell final products; If you sell your final product, I just ask that you please purchase the ad-free pdf and credit Handmade by Stacy J as the designer. Thank you!
The Vines & Bobbles Square Block is a block that I designed for the Charity Cozy MAL with Hortense of Knitting with Chopsticks and Noorain with Noors Knits in 2021. The Vines & Bobbles Square Block is part of a collaboration with many other designers to create a charity afghan with a large portion of the proceeds of the pattern sales going to the non-profit foundation Cure Childhood Cancer. As a cancer survivor myself, I felt a real connection to this cause and really wanted to be part of this collaboration. Although this bundle is no longer available, I’m still happy to be sharing this block pattern with you.
This square is for the experienced knitter, but there is also a video tutorial to help you out if you need assistance. The bobbles are worked with a crochet method, however you can work your preferred method of bobbles if the crochet method isn’t something that you’re comfortable with. I do encourage the use of a life line after each pattern repeat.
When purchasing your supplies, please consider using my affiliate links on this pattern or on the store page of my website: www.handmadebystacyj.com By purchasing through those links, you allow the companies to pay me a small commission at no additional cost to you.
If you’d like to purchase an ad-free pdf of the Vines & Bobbles Square Block, please visit my Ravelry store or click HERE.
Materials
Caron Simply Soft 100% Acrylic (141g / 5 oz; 226 m / 250 yds / #4 Medium Worsted Weight) – 47 yds in color Autumn Red or Grey Heather
17 sts x 20 rows in Stockinette Stitch = 4″ or 10 cm.
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Stitches & Terms Used:
(Pattern is written in US terms):
K: Knit
K2tog: Knit 2 together
Kfb: Knit into front and back of same stitch
P: Purl
RS: Right Side
WS: Wrong Side
Sl: Slip 1 stitch knitwise with yarn at back.
2/1 LPC (2 over 1 Left Purl Cross): Slip next 2 stitches to cable needle and place at front of work, p1, then k2 from cable needle.
2/1 RPC (2 over 1 Right Purl Cross): Slip next stitch to cable needle and place at back of work, k2, then p1 from cable needle.
2/3 LPC (2 over 3 Left Purl Cross): Slip next 2 stitches to cable needle and place at front of work, p3, then k2 from cable needle.
2/3 RPC (2 over 3 Right Purl Cross): Slip next 3 stitches to cable needle and place at back of work, k2, then p3 from cable needle.
3/3 RC (3 over 3 Right Cross): Slip next 3 stitches to cable needle and place at back of work, k3, then k3 from cable needle.
Bobble Methods
Mb: Make Bobble (Crochet Method): With crochet hook, insert hook in next st knit-wise, yarn over and draw through loop on hook (ch just made), yo, ch 1 once more, yo, insert hook 1 st below st being worked, yo, pull hook through (3 loops on hook), yo, pull through 2 loops (2 loops remain on hook), yo, insert hook into same st being worked, yo, pull hook through st (4 loops on hook), yo, draw through 2 loops, yo, pull through all 3 remaining loops on hook, place st on right hand needle.
Mb: Make Bobble (Knit Method): Row 1: In same st, work KFBF (knit front, knit back, knit front) – 3 sts just made ; Row 2: Turn & purl across 3 sts just made; Row 3: Turn & knit across the 3 sts; Row 4: Turn & purl across 3 sts; Row 5: Slip first 2 sts knit-wise, k1, then pass 2 slipped sts over the st just knitted, place st on right hand needle and continue working your pattern.
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Directions for Vines and Bobbles Square Block:
Cast on 36 using German Twist or preferred Cast on Method
Set up rows:
1 (RS): Knit. (36 sts)
2 (WS): Sl, k35.
3: Sl, (k4, kfb) Ă— 6, k5. (42 sts)
4: Sl, k41.
Pattern:
I highly recommend inserting lifelines in WS rows as needed.
Weave in your ends, block, enjoy and tag me on your makes @handmadebystacyj or #handmadebystacyj – I’d love to see them!
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The Ridges & Lace Baby Blanket is free knitting pattern that is a simple and quick knit to make for the little one in your life. It has lots of drape, not very heavy, works up in just a few days and uses very simple stitches – this would be a great first blanket for a newer knitter to try or a palette cleanser for an advanced knitter looking for simple project.
With less than 3 skeins of yarn used, it could also be a great stash buster or an inexpensive gift to create for someone special.
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About the blanket
The Ridges & Lace Baby Blanket is a rectangular shaped blanket, but can easily be made more square by doing more repeats of sections A-D. It can also be made wider, as the body is worked in stitch increments of 2. Please note that your yarn quantity will vary if you choose to change the size.
This pattern has been tested. Some testers chose to do another repeat of sections A-D and they did not require another ball of yarn. Instead, they used up what yarn they had remaining.
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Measures:
40″ x 29″ / 101 cm x 73 cm
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Gauge in Stockinette Stitch:
20 sts x 24 rows in Stockinette Stitch = 4″ or 10 cm.
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Directions for Ridges & Lace Baby Blanket:
Cast on 160 using German Twist or preferred stretchy Cast on Method
Bottom Panel:
Work 20 rows in Garter stitch
Bottom Framing:
1 (RS): k12, pm, k136, pm, k12 2 (WS): k12, p to m, k12 3: K across 4 – 5: Rep rows 2-3 once more 6: As row 2
Garter Ridge:
1 (RS): K across 2 (WS): K12, p5, pm, k2, pm, k122, pm, k2, pm, p5, k12
A: Stockinette Panel
1 (RS): K across 2 (WS): K12, p5, k2, p122, k2, p5, k12 3-8: Rep rows 1-2 three times
B: Garter Ridge
1 (RS): K across 2 (WS): K12, p5, k2, k122, k2, p5, k12
C: Lace Panel
1 (RS): K across 2 (WS): K12, p5, k2, p122, k2, p5, k12 3: K20, (yo, k2tog) to last st before m, k20 4: As row 2 5: K across 6: As row 2 7: K21, (yo, k2tog) to 2nd st before m, k21 8: As row 2 9: K across 10: As row 2 11: As row 3 12: As row 2
D: Garter Ridge
1 (RS): K across 2 (WS): K12, p5, k2, k122, k2, p5, k12
Repeat sections A-D four more times or until desired length. Repeat sections A – B once more
Top Framing:
1 (RS): K17, remove m, k2, remove m, k122, remove m, k2, remove m, k17 2 (WS): K12, p to m, k12 3: K across 4-5: Rep rows 2 & 3 6: As row 2
Top Panel:
Work garter st for 20 rows, removing markers as you come to them.
Bind off loosely, knit wise
Weave in your ends, block, enjoy and tag me on your makes @handmadebystacyj or #handmadebystacyj – I’d love to see them!
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The Spring Ripples Baby Blanket is a super quick and easy blanket to crochet! It uses two strands of DK weight yarn held together and worked up for me in a weekend. It also has a pattern that is very easy to remember.
The yarn is extremely affordable through LoveCrafts and would be a great stash buster, as the contrasting colors only use about half a skein each. Just grab a main color and some fun contrasting colors and you can have a blanket in less time that it takes to decide on the colors!
This is an easy pattern that only uses a variation of double crochet, so a beginner could tackle this pretty easily. The hook size used makes this a dense and squishy blanket; if you would like yours a little more drapey, try using a larger hook; Some of my testers used worsted weight yarn with a K hook. Just keep in mind that your yarn usage will vary.
Difficulty level:
Easy
Stitches & Abbreviations Used:
Written in US Terms
Beg: Beginning
CC: Contrasting Color
Ch: Chain
Dc: Double Crochet
Dc3tog: Double Crochet 3 Together – Worked over 3 sts [Yarn over, insert hook in next stitch, yarn over and pull up loop, yarn over, draw through 2 loops] 3 times (4 loops on hook), yarn over, draw through all loops on hook —2 stitches decreased
MC: Main Color
Pc: Popcorn (When working Pc, do NOT ch 1 to close the st) Work 5 double crochet (dc) stitches in the same stitch, drop the loop from your hook, insert your hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first double crochet of the group, grab the dropped loop with your hook, as well as the dropped CC and pull it through the stitch, do NOT ch 1.
Rep: Repeat
Sk: Skip
Sl St: Slip Stitch
St (s): Stitch (es)
Tch: Turning Chain
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Working Dc with two strands of yarn held together, 12 sts x 7 rows = 4”
Gauge isn’t very important, however your yarn quantity will vary depending on your gauge.
Notes:
Two strands are held together at all times, with MC being one strand throughout, except for when making the Popcorn stitch.
Pattern may be made wider by adding stitches in multiples of 14 (+2 for base chain)
Stitch count of 98 sts will be the same on every row
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1 (RS): Sk 2 ch (counts as dc), 2 dc in next ch, *1 dc in ea of next 3 ch, [over next 3 ch, work dc3tog] twice, 1 dc in each of next 3 ch, [3 dc in next ch] twice; rep * across ending with 3 dc in last ch, turn.
2 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same st, *1 dc in ea of next 3 sts, [over next 3 sts, work dc3tog] twice, 1 dc in each of next 3 sts, [3 dc in next st] twice; rep * across ending with 3 dc in tch; cut one strand of MC and join Color A; turn.
3 (RS): [On this row, you will use only the CC for the Popcorn stitch and then the 2 strands throughout the rest of the row] Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same st, *1 dc in next st, using only CC work 1 pc in next st, using both strands work 1 dc in next st, [work dc3tog] twice, 1 dc in next st, using only CC work 1 pc in next st, using both strands work 1 dc in next st, [3 dc in next st] twice; rep * across ending with 3 dc in tch; turn.
4 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same st, *1 dc in ea of next 3 sts, [work dc3tog] twice, 1 dc in each of next 3 sts, [3 dc in next st] twice; rep * across ending with 3 dc in tch; turn.
Continue repeating rows 3 and 4 in the following sequence:
With MC and CC-A: Rep rows 3 and 4 twice more
With MC: Rep rows 3 and 4 once
With MC and CC-B: Rep rows 3 and 4 three times
With MC: Rep rows 3 and 4 once
With MC and CC-C: Rep rows 3 and 4 three times
With MC: Rep rows 3 and 4 once
With MC and CC-D: Rep rows 3 and 4 three times
With MC: Rep rows 3 and 4 once
With MC and CC-E: Rep rows 3 and 4 three times
Final two rows will be using MC strands held together & will not involve Popcorn sts
Repeat row 4 twice; do not fasten off, turn
Border (RS facing):
Working along the top edge, repeat row 4; do not turn, instead rotate the blanket so that you’re working down the long edge.
Work 1 more dc where the last 3 dc were just made, work dc in next st and evenly down the side; do not turn, rotate blanket so that you’re working along the lower edge.
(When working this section, it’s helpful to put a stitch marker where the first “point” of the blanket is, that way if you’re off count at all, you can adjust by adding or decreasing a dc as needed) Over the next 3 sts, work dc3tog, 1 dc in ea of the next 3 sts (you should be at the point of the pattern), *[work 3 dc in next st] twice, 1 dc in ea of the next 3 sts, [work dc3tog] twice, 1 dc in ea of the next 3 sts; rep * to the last “point” of the bottom edge. Work [3 dc in next st] twice, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, dc3tog over next 3 sts.
Work dc in first st (where the last of the dc3tog is) and evenly down the side ending with a sl st in the top of beg ch-3.
Fasten off and weave in all ends. This is when I wash and block the blanket, prior to adding the fringe.
Fringe:
Cut 4 strands that are 18” long for each point of the blanket on the shorter edges. I used 2 strands of the MC and 2 strands of a contrasting color, but feel free to get creative. Attach 4 strands to each point; then measure the fringe to 6” and trim.
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