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Sunflower Beanie - Add a little sunshine to your autumn & winter with my Sunflower Beanie...

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 Last week I shared my Sunflowers Scarf pattern with you all and this week we have the matching beanie.  Inspired by Van Gogh's famous painting, I hope this will add some sunshine to your life.  Crocheted in 100% new wool, this hat will keep your head cosy even in the coldest weather. As always an ad free pdf version of this pattern is available in my online stores, thank you for helping to support my work... Video Tutorial Sunflower Beanie Materials Drops Alaska in Dark Brown Mix (A) 1, 50g ball, Mustard (B) 1, 50g ball, Off White (C) 2, 50g balls Darning needle Stitch marker 5mm (H) hook 4.5mm (7) hook Gauge 4 x 4 inches (10x10 cm) = 14sts x 8 rows (in ldc)  Ability  Intermediate Abbreviations US Terms (UK Conversion) dc - double crochet (treble crochet) sc - single crochet (double crochet) hdc - half double crochet (half treble crochet) ldc - linked double crochet (linked treble crochet) lhdc - linked half double crochet (linked half treble crochet) ch ...

The Sunflowers Scarf Pattern - Inspired by Van Gogh's famous painting... Including my first video tutorial!

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Inspired by Van Gogh's famous painting, the Sunflowers scarf is made from 100% new wool making it super cosy for autumn and winter.  Sunflowers always make me feel so happy, I love the cheery brightness of the petals and the intricate honeycomb effect of the seed head.  I used 12 Sunflower Granny Squares joined together, with big poofy tassels at the ends.  Treat yourself or make a last minute gift for someone you love. Scroll down for the blog hop! As always an ad free pdf version of this pattern is available in my online stores, thank you for helping to support my work... This pattern is part of the 2024 Sweater Weather Blog Hop.  You can grab a free pdf download on Sat 5th October (available for 24 hours only).   Or if you prefer you can get your hands on the entire bundle for a 90% off discount for the entire month of October.  Click the info graphic below to check out the bundle, or keep scrolling for the free download link for the Sunflowe...

Top Ten Crochet Makes For Halloween This Year...

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Hi everyone, how is it this time of year already?  Where has the time gone? I don't think any of us will be celebrating halloween in quite the usual way this year, but here are a selection of free crochet patterns that you can make for your kids or to decorate your home... Decorate your home with this super cute bunting by Jen Hayes.. Candy Corn Bunting I just love this black cat applique by Golden Lucy Crafts... Black Cat You cannot have halloween without pumpkins or treats.  Pumpkin treat dish pattern by Hooked on Patterns... Pumpkin Treat Bowl Keep those ears cosy with this pumpkin earwarmer.  Pattern by Loops & Love Crochet. Pumpkin Earwarmer Make this cute amigurumi pumpkin kitty.  Pattern by Crafty Kitty Crochet. Pumpkin Kitty More candy corn, this time in the form of a crochet treat bag.  Your kids will love this.  Pattern by Itchinforsomestitchin. Candy Corn Treat Bag Another treat bag and another kitty.  Patt...