Princess Anna Hat Frozen

Princess Anna Style Hat/Bonnet

Supplies: 

Worsted weight yarn, purple and blue

Size H crochet hook

Yarn needle

scissors

Probably a cat and a cup of coffee ... and an impatient child asking if you're done yet... ;)

Sizes: Toddler (child)  (in the photo above, my 5 year old is wearing the toddler size cap.)

With Purple yarn:

Ch 44  (50)

First 12 rows:  42(48) dc across, ch2, turn.

Ear flaps:

Row 1:  7hdc, ch 1, turn

Row 2: 5sc, ch 1, turn

Row 3: 5sc, ch1, don’t turn! 

(here’s where it gets confusing, just bare with me) 

hdc into stitches to create a smooth edge until the last 7 stitches then do rows 1-3 again. Break off yarn.

Fold the hat in half and sew up the back seam

With Blue yarn:

Attach blue yarn to edge anywhere and dc around the the entire edge. Break yarn, weave in.

With White fluffy yarn:

Attach white fluffy yarn TO PURPLE YARN, not blue yarn. This is so it stands out.  dc about 10(15) stitches in center of top of hat.  Break yarn, weave in. DONE!

For extra fun, attach some braids on the side, appliqué a crochet flower, or embroider some flowers and swirls. 

Way Basic Toddler Hat

This is the hat in the Way Basic Toddler Mittens picture

Yarn: Lion Wool-Ease Worsted Weight (shown in Rose Heather 140)
Needles: size 7 DPN's
Size: Toddler age 1-3


Pattern:

CO 72 sts, join in the round.

Rows 1-7:  *k2 p2 rib across.

Knit for 5"-6" in stockinette stitch

Decreasing rows:

R1: (k2tog, k7) across
R2: (k2tog, k6) across
r:3: (k2tog, k5) across
continue decreasing around like this until there are 8 sts, break yarn, pull through loops and tie off.

Would be super cute with a big pom pom on top!

The cant remember what the name of the knit flower pattern is, but I found it free on Ravelry.com

Quick Headband and Flower

Yarn: Loops & Threads Charisma  in Black Raspberry
Needles: size 13 straights or 9 mm
Hook: size P or 11.5 mm

The Headband is about 4 inches wide and fits teen-adult (size for toddler at bottom)

Key:
CO -cast on
R1- Row or Round 1
k-knit
p-purl
ch-chain
sc-single crochet
hdc-half double crochet
dc-half double crochet
tc-treble crochet



Headband: (knit, worked flat)

CO 11 sts

Work in seed stitch for desired length to fit around head:
R1: *k1, p1, repeat across, last stitch k1

repeat this row for entire length of headband

BO

Sew two short ends together



Flower: (crochet, worked in the round)

Chain 2

r1: 5 single crochet in 2nd Chain from hook, join in round with a slip stitch into first stitch.

r2: ch1, (sc, hdc, dc, tc, dc, hdc, sc) 5x

Weave in ends, sew onto headband.

**for the flower I cut the yarn so that it would be completely pink for good contrast.

**for toddler size, only cast on 7 for headband and knit less rows.  for smaller flower, use size L or 8mm hook and continue pattern as suggested, omitting treble crochet. 

Tea Cozy

Yarn: Lambs Pride Worsted

Needles: size 7 straights

Knit in 2 pieces and sewn together

Pattern:

Make 2

CO 31 sts

Knit 2 rows

Increase 1 stitch at the beginning of the next 4 rows (35 sts total)

Knit 30 rows in Stockinette Stitch (knit right side, purl wrong side)

Decreasing:

R1: *k5, k2tog, k1, repeat K3 (31 sts)

R2: purl

R3: *k5, k2tog, repeat, k3 (27 sts)

R4: purl

R5: *k4, k2tog, repeat, k3(23 sts)

R6: purl

R7: k2 (k2, k2tog, k1) repeat, k3(19 sts)

R8: purl

R9: *k2, k2tog, repeat, k3(15 sts)

R10: purl

R11: *k1, k2tog across(11 sts)

R12: purl

BO

Sew both sides together leaving holes large enough for the spout and handle of your teapot

Bottom should be rolled up. The top should remain open for lid handle.

Little Lamb Costume

Infants Lamb Vest

Size 0-3mos or newborn (it fits loosely)

Yarn Bernat Pipsqueak

Needles size 9 straights

Body:

Co 50

Knit 11”

Back:

Knit first 25 sts and then turn work.

Continue knitting these first 25 sts for 4” and BO those stitches.

Front:

Starting in middle of work (space between back and front separation)

Knit 6sts and then turn work.

Continue knitting these 6 sts for 4” and BO.

Next start binding off 13 stitches in the center of the front piece, this will make the neck line.

Knit the remaining 6 sts for 4” and BO.

Sew tops of front to back, and sew up side seam—remember to leave room for the arm!

Tail:

I just wrapped a bunch of yarn around my hand, tied some string around it and sewed it on the back. 

Hat:

Size: newborn (for larger hats, use your favorite hat pattern, or figure out how to make this one bigger and sew on 2 ears—pattern below)

CO 35 on straights

Knit 4”

Decreases:

Row 1: *Knit 5, k2tog, across.

Row 2: *Knit, across

Row 3: *Knit 4, k2tog, across.

Row 4: *Knit, across

Row 5: *Knit 3, k2tog, across. (15 sts remaining)

Row 6, 7 & 8: *Knit across.

Break yarn, pull through all 15 loops and sew seam.

Ears: make 2

CO 6 sts

Knit 1”

Decreases:

Row 1: k2, k2tog, k2

Row 2-3: Knit

Row 4: k1, k2tog, k2

Row 5-6: Knit

Row 7: k1, k2tog, k1

Row 8-9: Knit

Row 10: k3tog

Break yarn, pull through loop.

Fold ear in half and sew on the side of the hat, about midway down with the fold facing the back . You can add some pink to the center by knitting the same ear pattern as above in a worsted weight yarn and sew it on. 

All Finished! 

 ***Side Note: This vest should be big enough to fit a 12-18month old, but may be snug.

100K

Wow! I cant believe my blog has almost hit 100,000 page views! Just 3,000 more, which should be in about 3 weeks or less. Thank you so much!! It makes me feel very special.

So, I thought I would come to you and ask, What do you want me to make next?

Cloche Hat

Yarn: bulky, shown in Noro Nadeshiko #6
Needles, size 10 circs or DPN's
Size, Womans. (its kind of small though, if you want to make it bigger, increase 10 sts at cast on)

terminology:
CO: cast on
sts: stitches
k: knit
p: purl
k2tog: knit 2 together
ktbl: knit through the back loop.


Pattern:
CO: 100 sts, join in round.



R1: Knit around
R2: * k2tog, k8. Rep from * across(90sts)
R3: * k2tog, k7. Rep from * across(80sts)
R4: *k2tog, k6. Rep from * across(70sts)
R5: *k2tog, k5. Rep from * across(60sts)
R6: Purl across
R7: Purl across

Knit for 5-6 inches (Or however long your head is. The top of the hat decreases pretty flat so make sure the hat is long enough before you begin decreasing.)

Decreasing for top of hat
R1: ktbl across.
R2: *k2tog, k4. Rep from * across(50sts)
R3: *k2tog, k3. Rep from * across(40sts)
Continue decreasing until 10 sts remain. Break yarn and pull through the loops left on the needles. Weave in ends.

Your Second Scarf

Everyone makes a garter stitch scarf for their first project. (Well, almost everyone) This is the next step up from that. It includes 2 new stitches:


K2Tog:  Knit 2 stitches together
YO: Yarn over

These are 2 very easy stitches and if you need help try out Knittinghelp.com for awesome videos.

The Pattern:

CO 24sts

Rows 1-20: knit across

Row 21:  *YO, K2Tog. Repeat from * across

Repeat these rows until desired length ending on row 20. Bind off (BO) and weave in all ends.

Summer Lace Rib Bolero (Toddler)

Ok, I made the Ribbed Lace Bolero a while back and LOVE IT! This pattern is so fun too!

So, I decided for the reasons below, that it would be perfect for my toddler.

1. Its small and will fit in a diaper bag very easily.
2. Its light so she wont be too hot if it gets chilly.
3. It would be perfect to wear over tank tops so she doesn't get burnt little shoulders.

I also wanted to try a new type of lace, so I can keep learning as much as I can.

So, I took the general concept of this pattern and came up with my own for a toddler size!

With flash

without flash

Ok, so I used the original formula at first, and then I realized that toddlers are different from adults, so this is how I figured out my cast on and length.

I used Caron Simply Soft which is 18sts per 4" with size 8 needles.

Measuring: (everything in ( ) is an example for a 2T-3T toddler)
A. Measure across the back from shoulder to shoulder.  (11")
B. Look at your yarn label and divide the stitches by 4" and multiply by the width of the shoulders.(18sts/4"=4.5sts per inch)
C. Multiply the number you get from step B, by the number from step A. (11"*4.5sts=49.5sts)
D. calculate your cast on number by finding a  number close to your "C" number that is divisible by 6 +2.
This is your Cast on. (50sts)
E. Measure from the neck to mid back(5"-6") and add 3". This is the length. Take this number, minus the 3" and make sure it fits comfortably and loosely around the arm at/near the armpit. (8"-9")

And PLEASE send me any questions about this!

Pattern:  

**Remember that all toddlers are different sizes so you should measure first using steps A-E to figure out the size you should make.

Size 8 needles/Worsted weight yarn (I used simply soft)


 CO (50) sts, Your number from "D"

Set up rows:

Odd Rows(WS): * p2, k1 to end, p2

Even Row(RS)s: *k2, p1, to end, p2

Knit these two rows 3x each, end with a RS row. (half of the 3" listed above when figuring the length)

Start Lace Rib pattern on Wrong Side.

Knit lace rib for (5”) end with row 4. (7-8 repeats of the pattern)

Lace Rib

multiple of 6 +2

R1 & 3: *p2, k1 to end, p2

R2:               *k2, p1, yo, ssk, p1 to end, k2

R4:               *k2, p1, k2tog, yo, p1 to end. k2

   **Pattern: Repeat R1-4

Work Set up Rows again, starting with WS row, BO loosely.

Last step, Sew the ribbing from the top and bottom together to create the armholes. Make sure to leave enough room for arms, so dont sew it too small!

All finished!!

Green Summer Purse (crochet)

Yarn: Naturally Caron Spa (shown in "Green Sheen") less than 1 skein necessary

Hook: H

Extras: yarn needle

Ch: chain

Sc: single crochet

Dc: double crochet

Crdc: Crossed double crochet.

C2tog: crochet 2 together

Pattern:

Step 1: Ch 31

Step 2: 30 sc across, ch 1, turn

Step 3: repeat step 2 until there are 5 rows of sc

Step 4: sc around all 4 edges making 4 sc in each corner, join with slip stitch to create a perfect seam, ch2

Step 5: dc (1^st round only: in back loop) of every sc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch 2

Step 6: dc in every dc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch 2

Step 7: crdc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch 2

Step 8: repeat steps 6 & 7 until desired length. (I did 5 repeats)End on step 6, join with slip stitch, ch 1 at the end.

Step 9: sc across decreasing 10 stitches evenly through next row with c2tog, join with slip stitch , ch 1.

Step 10: repeat step 9.

Step 11: sc3, ch25, skip 13 stitches, sc 11, ch25, skip 13 stitches, sc 8, join with slip stitch, ch1

Step 12: sc 3, sc 30 around chain stitches, sc 10, sc 30 stitches around chain stitches, sc 7, join with slip stitch, ch2.

Step 13: dc across, join with slip stitch. Break yarn, weave in ends.

Summer Purse (crochet)

When I think of summer, I think of crochet purses in bright colors. So, here's one of my own liking.

Yarn: Naturally Caron Country (shown in "Sunset")

Hook: H

Extras: 3 buttons, yarn needle

Ch: chain

Sc: single crochet

Dc: double crochet

Crdc: Crossed double crochet.

Step 1: Ch 31

Step 2: 30 sc across, ch 1, turn

Step 3: repeat step 2 until there are 5 rows of sc

Step 4: sc around all 4 edges making 4 sc in each corner, join with slip stitch to create a perfect seam, ch2

Step 5: dc (1^st round only: in back loop) of every sc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch 2

Step 6: dc in every dc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch 2

Step 7: crdc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch 2

Step 8: dc in ever dc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch 1

Step 9: sc in every dc around whole piece, join with slip stitch, ch2

Step 10: repeat steps 5-7

Step 11: Dc in every other dc on "front" and "back" of piece. Dc in every dc on "sides".

Step 12: repeat steps 9, 5, 7.

Step 13: dc 18, chain 2, turn.

Step 14: repeat step 13 twice more.

Step 15: chain 4, join with slip stitch in next dc. Slip stitch over next 6 dc and chain 6, join with slip stitch in next dc, slip stitch over next 6 dc, ch 6 join with slip stitch in end.break yarn weave in.

Optional step: Pinch the side seams together to make the top of the bag more narrow. Make a "W" with the sides and sew through to hold in place.

Step 16: pick up yarn on top of side panel, ch 3 dc 3, ch3 turn, *dc3, ch3 turn. Until desired strap length and then join to other side panel.

Sew on buttons, weave in ends.

Aran French Press Cozy

 The Aran Press Cozy is knit in a soft aran weight cotton and helps keep your fingers from burning when pouring a nice cup of freshly pressed coffee. Dont you want your fingers to be happy!

This knits up in no time and is fun because you'll learn a new stitch! My braid stitch. (not the cable)

http://www.scribd.com/doc/98094056/Aran-Press-Cozy

way basic toddler mittens.

Yarn: Lion Wool-Ease Worsted Weight (shown in Rose Heather 140)
Needles: size 7 DPN's
Size: Toddler age 1-2.

Stitches: 

kte: knit to end

m1: make 1 stitch

Pattern

CO 25

*K2, p1, k1, p1 repeat around  for an inch or whatever you want. I did about 6 rows.

R1: k1, m1, kte

R2: rep r1

R3: k1, m1, k1, m1, kte

R4: k1, m1, k3, m1, kte

R5: k

R6: k1, m1, k5, m1, kte

R7: k

R8: k

R9: k1, slip 7sts to holder, CO 4 sts., kte (30 sts)

Knit for 2-3 inches

R1: k2, k2tog, k9, k2tog, k2, k2tog, k9, k2tog

R2: k2, k2tog, k7, k2tog, k2, k2tog, k7, k2tog

Continue until 10 sts remain and pull yarn through loops

Thumb:

Place 7 stitches on holder back onto needle and pick up another  6 stitches on top of thumb hole.

Knit around for an 1.5"-2" and then pull yarn through loops. 

Weave in all ends.