Saturday 2 March 2019

2019 Temperature Blanket Free Pattern & Crochet Along - Winter Update



Hello everyone.  How are you all getting on with your temperature blankets?  Mine is coming along nicely and as Winter is now over (hopefully) I thought I would post an update and a few pictures.  If this is your first time to my blog you can find the free pattern linked below and don't think it's too late to join in, you can start a temperature blanket at any time if year.

2019 Temperature Blanket Free Pattern



My temperature blanket started off as just a concept and some yarn pegs to help me choose my pallet...


The beginning of the year was cold but never reached the kind of temperatures we had last year so some of my colours have not been used.


There is nothing better thank a cup of tea and a little crochet in the mornings, I try to do my row each morning when I wake up.


Spring seems to have come early this year as temperatures have been unusually high.  Who would've thought we could have t-shirt weather in February.


Looking forward to seeing what the rest of the year will bring...



Don't forget to post your photos on the Facebook Group page or on Instagram using #lullabylodge.

I will post another update at the end of spring...

Ta ta for now
Catheirne
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Sunday 24 February 2019

Free Pattern - Granny Square Bonnet, Cute Pixie Style Baby Hat



Keep your little ones warm in spring and cool in the summer, with this cute pixie style bonnet crocheted in soft cotton.  King Cole Cottonsoft Crush is an incredibly soft 100% cotton yarn, making if perfect for baby's skin and its self-striping design means no pesky colour changes.  You can of course, use any cotton DK for this project, or use your favourite wool for a winter bonnet.  

The bonnet is made by joining 2 granny squares together and adding a simple edging and ties to the front.  US terminology is used throughout.

Granny Square Bonnet

Materials
1 100g ball King Cole Cottonsoft Crush
Darning needle

Hook
4mm (G) hook

Size
0-6 [6-12, 12-24, 24+] months, fits up to 40 [44, 48, 52] cm or 15 3/4 [17 1/4, 18 3/4, 20 1/2] inches

Gauge
Finished square should measure approximately 16 [18, 20, 21] cm or 6 1/4 [7, 7 3/4, 8 1/4] inches

Abbreviations / Terms
US Terms (UK Terms)
sc - single crochet (double crochet)
dc - double crochet (treble crochet)
sc2tog - single crochet 2 together (double crochet 2 together)
sl st - slip stitch
ch - chain
st(s) - stitch(s)
sp(s) - space(s)

Other notes:  As all babies are different is it important to take correct measurements.  Measure the circumference of your baby's head and choose a size that allows for growth.

Granny square (make 2)

Foundation round ch 4 and join with sl st to form ring.

Round 1 (right side) ch3, 2dc into ring, ch2, [3dc into ring, ch2] 3 times, join with sl st to top of ch3.  Turn.

Round 2 (wrong side) ch3, 2dc into same sp, ch2, 3dc into same sp (corner made), [3dc into next sp, ch2, 3dc into same sp] x3, join with sl st to top of ch3.  Turn.

Round 3  ch3, 2dc in same sp, make 3d in each sp and 3dc, ch2, 3dc in each corner sp, join with sl st to top of ch3.  Turn.



Rounds 4-7 [8, 9, 10] repeat round 3.  Fasten off.


Joining

With wrong sides together and starting at the top right corner proceed to sc your squares together as follows -

Joining with a sl st in corner sp, ch1, sc in same sp making sure to work through both squares simultaneously, sc in next and every st across top of granny square.  In the corner 3sc, continue along left side of granny square making sc in each st.  Sc in last corner sp, fasten off.



Bobble Edging

Row 1 with right side facing join yarn with a sl st in bottom right corner sp, ch1 sc in same sp.  Sc in each st across front of bonnet until the corner sp.  Next sc in first corner sp, sc2tog across both sp's, sc in second corner sp.  Now continue with sc in each st across ending with sc in last corner sp.  Turn.

Row 2 (wrong side) [dc in next st, sl st in next st] repeat across front of bonnet.  Fasten off.




Ties

Ch 40 [45, 50, 55] and with bonnet upside-down join with a sc to side of last stitch of edging, sc in corner sp and sc in every st across until next corner sp.  Sc in first sp, sc2tog across both sp's, sc in next sp.  Sc in next and every st across, sc in last corner sp and in side of last st of edging.  Ch 40 [45, 50, 55] fasten off and weave in ends...





...and there you have a super cute granny square bonnet.


If you would like a larger bonnet you can simply add more rounds to your squares...


A printable version of this pattern is available in both my Ravelry and Etsy stores...

Enjoy!

Until next time...
Catherine
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Saturday 16 February 2019

Craft fair idea #1 Crochet Washcloths - 2019 Craft Fair Season



Hello friends, I have an announcement to make.  This year I will be taking part in a number of craft fairs and little T will be joining me.  He is really showing an interest in making things and loves to help me out whenever he can.  Also it's a great way for him to earn a little pocket money.

I thought that this would be a nice opportunity for a blog series to document all the things we will be making and maybe you might like to try some of them out too.  We will be making a variety of items mostly small inexpensive things suitable for school fairs.  Things that children will love...

Craft Fair Idea #1

Splashtime Washcloths




My first craft fair idea is these cute cotton washcloths.  They are super fast and easy to make and are really colourful.  I think they will brighten up any craft table.  Of course Little T cannot crochet but he can help with the packaging, printing off labels, cutting them out and adding the little belly bands to each cloth.  



These would also make a great Mother's Day gift...



If you would like to make these yourself you can find  the free pattern here...


Make sure to head back next week for more craft fair ideas...

See you soon
Catherine
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Sunday 3 February 2019

Great Ideas for Mother's Day - Free Crochet Patterns

For those of us in the UK Mother's Day is not far off so I have compiled some of my favorite crochet gift ideas.  Most of them are small projects that will only take an hour or two to make.  Mums always love a handmade gift and really appreciate the time and love that goes into them...



Try these gift ideas for Mother's Day, 7 free patterns...





The first pattern I have selected is for a very cute applique design by The Curio Crafts Room which may be turned into these gorgeous crochet earrings...

Peacock Feather Earrings




What mum wouldn't love to receive this stunning shawl?  Pattern by Mijo Crochet.  A slightly longer project but still plenty of time to make it...

Lost in Time Shawl




Keep your mum cosy with these gorgeously colourful stripy mitts by Sandra Paul, perfect for the chilly weather...

Stripy Mitts




Make these pretty flower coasters in no time at all.  Pattern by Daisy Cottage Designs.

Japanese Flower Coaster


Use this free crochet pattern to make a set of crochet coasters that will look adorable sitting on your coffee table. These also make a wonderful gift.


If you have a gadget savvy mum then this is the perfect gift this Mother's Day.  Gadget Cosy pattern by Sarah Shrimpton.

Gadget Cosy


Gadget cosy


Another super quick project is these pretty washcloths.  Add together with your mums favourite smellies and create a home spa gift, or simply to do the dishes.  Pattern by Erica Dietz.

Crochet Washcloths


How to crochet washcloths tutorial


For my final selection let's help mum out with the shopping and make this delightful market bag.  Bin the plastic and opt for cute, cotton, crochet, loveliness instead.  Pattern by TL Yarn Crafts.

Fresh Market Tote


Make the Fresh Market Tote, a fun and FREE crochet market bag pattern from TL Yarn Crafts. Combine cotton and acrylic yarn for a sturdy and beautiful bag. Includes full FREE pattern and video tutorial. Perfect for Mother's Day, teacher gifts, and housewarming gifts.


I'm sure there is something here that your mum will love.  Happy hooking and see you all again soon...

Catherine
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Monday 28 January 2019

Free Pattern - Crochet Washcloths, Spar Cloths, Face Cloths, Dishcloths

You know I never saw why there was so much interest in making dishcloths until I made these.  I must say I am now thoroughly addicted, I just can't stop making them.  I just love the simplicity of such a simple project and they are so fast to make.  Being able to finish something in only 30 mins really feeds my need for instant gratification and these cloths are just so versatile.  You can use them to gently exfoliate your skin, bath time for the kids or simply to do the dishes.  


Now who out there doesn't need some gorgeous, colourful, crochet goodness to brighten up their life?  So I thought I must write up the pattern, so you too may share in the scrummy, yummy. squishy, crochet loveliness...



Splashtime Crochet Washcloths


Materials
2 balls Drops Safran or any other cotton 4ply (makes 3 washcloths)
Darning needle

Hook
5mm (H) hook

Size
20 x 20 cm (8 inches)

Abbreviations / Terms
US Terms used throughout (UK Terms)
hdc - half double crochet (htc - half treble crochet)
ch - chain
st(s) - stitch(s)

Notes:  Yarn is held double throughout to create the marbled effect.  If you would like a single colour you may use 1 strand aran (worstead) yarn instead...

Pattern
With 2 strands and 5mm (H) hook ch 25

Foundation row hdc in 2nd ch from hook and in every ch.  Turn, 24 hdc.

Row 1 ch 1 (does not count as st) hdc in 1st st and in every st.  Turn

Row 2 repeat row 1 until piece measures 20 cm (8 inches).

Fasten off and weave in ends.


I hope you enjoyed this free pattern.  Don't you think they would make a lovely Mother's Day gift?  I have had a number of requests for a knitted version so watch this space...


This pattern is available in printable PDF format in my Pattern Store, and includes a free copy of the belly bands.  A personalised version of the gift labels is also available in my Etsy Shop.

Thank you so much for stopping by and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any posts, see you all again soon...
Catherine
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Wednesday 23 January 2019

Mandalas for Mum - Pretty Crochet Coaster Pattern.


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It was my mum's birthday this week and I wanted to make her something small to send with her birthday card.  I remembered seeing a lovely coaster pattern in a book that Little T had got me for Christmas.   He had paid for it with his own money, it was a bargain for only £2 from The Works. The book is called "Vintage Style Crochet Projects" and is by Agnieszka Strycharska.


I chose some colours I thought Mum would like.  I used Drops Muskat which is a really pretty 100% cotton DK yarn and a 4mm hook.


The coasters worked up really quickly and I was tempted to make lots more but Sadly I didn't have much DK left.  I guess I will just have to go yarn shopping!  These coasters would make a great last minute gift for someone...


I'm sure lots of you would love to try out this pattern so I will leave a link to the book.  I have also found a free pattern that is almost identical, this one has a pretty round of shells to finish it off.  The pattern is in Dutch but Google can translate it for you and the step by step photos are great, you can see exactly what to do without even reading the pattern.  You can find the free pattern here...


I will be back soon with more crochet loveliness...

Catherine
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Friday 18 January 2019

Shetland Lace Slouchie - Free Knitting Pattern

In this frosty weather we all need a hat to keep our heads cosy and warm and why not add a splash of colour to your outfit too, by using brightly coloured wool?  The Shetland Lace Slouchie is worked in the round on either double pointed needles or on a circular needle using the magic loop method.  It is comprised of a variation of the Old Shale stitch.  The lace is created by simple increases and decreases on a 4-row repeat, making this a perfect introduction to lace knitting.  An adventurous beginner could easily master this pattern.  The yarn cake creates a lovely colour block effect, with no need to keep changing colours.  The yarn does all the work for you.


Shetland Lace Slouchie


Materials:  1 ball Caron Cakes or similar yarn, darning needle, stitch marker, Clover pom pom maker (optional).

Needles:  5mm (8 US) & 4mm (6 US) dpn's or curcular needle (using magic loop method).

Ability:  Intermediate

Size:  Teen [adult] / 50-56 cm [56-61 cm] / 20-22 inches [22-24 inches]

Gauge:  10 x 10 cm = 18st's x 24 rows in stocking stitch (knit every row) on 5mm needles.

Special stitches:  2 x 2 rib - [k2, p2] repeat across

Abbreviations
k - knit
k2tog - knit 2 together
k3tog - knit 3 together
yo - yarn over
st(s) - stitch(s)

Other notes:  If using circular needles without magic loop method change to dpn's when necessary...

Begin knitting...
With 4mm needles cast on 92 [100] sts and join in the round placing a stitch marker to denote the beginning of the round.

Round 1-14 2x2 rib.

Change to 5mm needles and on the next round increase 16 [8] sts evenly by knitting into front and back of the st.

Round 15 k.  108 sts.
Round 16 k.
Round 17 [k2tog] 3 times, *[yo, k1] 6 times, [k2tog] 6 times * repeat from *to* 5 times, [yo, k1] 6 times, [k2tog] 3 times.
Rounds 18-20 k
Rounds 21-28 repeat rounds 17-20 twice.
Round 29 [k2tog] 3 times, *k1 [yo, k1] 4 times, k1, [k2tog] 6 times* repeat from *to* 5 times, k1 [yo, k1] 4 times, k1 [k2tog] 3 times.  96 sts.
Rounds 30-32 k.
Round 33 [k2tog] twice, *k2 [yo, k1] 4 times, k2, [k2tog] 4 times* repeat from *to* 5 times, k2 [yo, k1] 4 times, k2, [k2tog] twice.
Rounds 34-36 k
Rounds 37-40 repeat rounds 33-36 once.
Round 41 [k2tog] 3 times, *[yo, k1] 4 times, [k2tog] 6 times* repeat from *to* 5 times, [yo, k1] 4 times, [k2tog] 3 times.  84 sts.
Rounds 42-44 k.
Round 45 [k2tog] twice, *k1, [yo, k1] 4 times, k1, [k2tog] 4 times* repeat from * to * 5 times, k1, [yo, k1] 4 times, k1, [k2tog] twice.
Rounds 46-48 k.
Round 49 k2tog, k3tog *[yo, k1] 4 times, k3tog, [k2tog] twice, k3tog* repeat from *to* 5 times, [yo, k1] 4 times, k3tog, k2tog.  72 sts.
Rounds 50-52 k.
Round 53 [k2tog] twice, *[yo, k1] 4 times, [k2tog] 4 times* repeat from *to* 5 times, [yo, k1] 4 times, [k2tog] twice.
Rounds 54-56 k.
Round 57 [k2tog] twice, *k1, [yo, k1] twice, k1 [k2tog] 4 times* repeat from *to* 5 times, k1, [yo, k1] twice, k1, [k2tog] twice.  60 sts.
Rounds 58-60 k.
Round 61 k2tog, *k2, [yo, k1] twice, k2, [k2tog] twice* repeat from *to* 5 times, k2, [yo, k1] twice, k2, k2tog.
Rounds 62-64 k.
Rounds 65-66 k2tog around.

Cut yarn and thread onto darning needle, thread through remaining stitches and pull tight, secure and weave in ends.

Pom Pom (optional)
Using the largest size Clover pom pom maker, make pom pom and sew to top of hat.


  A printable ad free version of this pattern is available in my Pattern Store along with a matching scarf...

Enjoy!
Catherine
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