Cluster Stitch Circle in a Square Crochet Motif - Free pattern and video tutorial! Perfect for blankets or afghans

This Cluster Circle in a Square crochet motif is very closely related to my Rainbow Hexagon Blanket – only circular!

Straight onto the pattern!

Yarn required:

·         Sirdar Hayfield Spirit Double Knit in Grace:  https://www.snufflebeanyarn.co.uk/collections/yarn/products/hayfield-spirit-dk?variant=7538054365248&ref=7

·         Scheepjes Colour Crafter in Verviers: https://www.snufflebeanyarn.co.uk/collections/yarn/products/scheepjes-colour-crafter?variant=37255502596&ref=7

·         4mm Crochet Hook

·         Repeat pattern between the asterisks * …….. *

·         Pattern notes / explanations specific to each row (info inside bracket written in italics)

AMERICAN STITCH TERMS

Stitches / abbreviations used:

·         MR = Magic Ring

·         Ch = Chain

·         Sc = Single Crochet

·         Hdc = Half Double Crochet

·         Dc = Double Crochet

·         Tr = Treble Crochet

·         DC2Tog = Double Crochet 2 Together

·         DC3Tog = Double Crochet 3 Together

·         Ss = slip stitch

·         Sp= space

·         Sk = skip

TO START:  Using Hayfield Spirit

Round 1: Working into a Magic Ring

Ch2, 1dc (counts as dc2tog) ch1

* dc2tog, ch1* x 5

Ss to join to 1^st ch1 sp of the round

Round 2:

Ch2, 2dc, (counts as dc3tog) ch2, dc3tog, ch2 all into same sp

*dc3tog, ch2, dc3tog, ch2* in each ch1 sp around

Ss to join into 1^st ch2 sp of the round

Round 3:

Ch2, 2dc (counts as dc3tog) ch1, dc3tog, ch1 all into same sp

*dc3tog, ch1, dc3tog, ch1* in each ch2 sp  around

Ss to join into 1^st ch1 sp of the round.

SQUARING OFF: Using Scheepjes ColourCrafter

Join new colour.

Ch4 (counts as tr) 1tr, ch3, 2 tr, ch1 all into same sp.  (corner formed)

*2dc in next ch sp, ch1

2hdc in next ch sp, ch1

2sc in next ch sp, ch1

2hdc in next ch sp, ch1

2dc in next ch sp, ch1

2tr, ch3, 2tr, ch1 in next ch sp. (corner formed)*

Repeat around all sides

Join with ss to top of intial ch4 of the round.

Square complete! 

You are now ready to join as you go – please skip the video to 19 minutes and 30 seconds in to watch to how JAYG and for other tips on joining.

If you have any questions about this pattern / spot any errors / notice any typos but holler!

I would absolutely LOVE to see any Cluster Circle Squares you make – please feel free to tag me in your photos on Instagram (I am @puddnhead) or post them to my Facebook page here! <3

Happy crocheting!

Robin x

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Amigurumi Bumblebee - free crochet pattern & video tutorial!

Hands up who needs cheering up! This happy little chub-bee (yep, the bee puns have started early) little fella could be the amigurumi ray of sunshine you have been looking for! He is un-BEE-lievably simple to make.

He works up nice and quickly, is a very simple fat lozenge shape and only involves minor counting (bonus ha!)

Straight onto the crochet bee pattern!

Yarn required:

·         Chunky yarn in bumblebee colours! Yellow, black and white

·         10mm safety eyes

·         Stuffing

·         4.5mm Crochet Hook (or whatever size suits your yarn, I always use a smaller hook than suggested for amigurumi projects as it keeps your stitches tighter)

·         Repeat pattern between the asterisks * …….. *  Pattern is worked in spirals, do NOT join at the end of each round

·         Pattern notes / explanations specific to each row (info inside bracket written in italics)

·         Stitch count in [  ]

AMERICAN STITCH TERMS

Stitches / abbreviations used:

·         MR = Magic Ring

·         Inv dec = invisible decrease

·         Sc = Single Crochet

·         Hdc = Half Double Crochet

·         Dc = Double Crochet

·         Ss = slip stitch

Using yellow to start:

6sc into MR

*inc* x 6                     [12]

*sc, inc* x 6               [18]

*2sc, inc* x 6             [24]

*3sc, inc* x 6                         [30]

*4sc, inc* x 6                         [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Attach safety eyes and embroider face (see video)

Change to black

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Change to yellow

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Change to black

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Change to yellow

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Change to black

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Sc in each stitch around     [36]

Change to yellow

*4sc, inv dec* x 6                  [30]

*3sc, inv dec* x 6                  [24]

*2sc, inv dec* x 6                  [18]

Stuff the body

*sc, inv dec* x 6                    [12]

*inv dec* x 6                          [6]

Cut yarn and run end around the outside loops of last 6 stitches. Synch closed and weave in end.

Wings – MAKE 2

Wings are made with single crochet for round 1, half double crochet for round 2 and double crochet for round 3

Using white yarn

6sc into MR               [6]

*Hdc inc* x 6            [12]

*1dc, dc inc* x 6        [18]

Join with ss and cut yarn leaving long end to sew to body.

Sew wings to the middle of the 2nd black stripe – see video

I’d love to see any bumblebees you make! 

Feel free to tag me on Instagram (I’m @puddnhead) or find me on Facebook HookedbyRobin

Happy crocheting!

Robin x

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How to crochet the Bubble Puff Blanket - free pattern and video tutorial!

I’ve spent the last couple of weeks working quietly on this blanket – I am super amped to share it with you all! If you are a fan of texture, chunky fat stitches, fast growing projects and stunning yarn then the Bubble Puff Blanket is for you!

In my video, I spend the first 8 minutes (yes EIGHT MINUTES lol) chatting about this blanket, my inspiration for it, the yarn and general excited ramblings so pull up a chair, grab a cuppa and come and listen to me natter rather than reading my waffle!

For my particular blanket, I made it pram / stroller sized as it is a thick squishy blanket perfect for keeping baby warm.

I am writing the pattern for the small stroller size, feel free to upscale this pattern – just be aware you will need more yarn the bigger you go.

Yarn required:

·         Sirdar Hayfield Spirit in Sundown: https://www.snufflebeanyarn.co.uk/products/sirdar-hayfield-spirit-chunky?variant=21501928767572&ref=7

·         Cygnet Chunky in Cream: https://www.snufflebeanyarn.co.uk/products/cygnet-chunky?variant=14035836403796&ref=7

·         6.5mm Crochet Hook

·         Repeat pattern between the asterisks * …….. *

·         Pattern notes / explanations specific to each row (info inside bracket written in italics)

AMERICAN STITCH TERMS

Stitches / abbreviations used:

·         FSC = Foundation Single Crochet

·         Ch = Chain

·         Sc = Single Crochet

·         Hdc = Half Double Crochet

·         Dc = Double Crochet

·         Ss = slip stitch

·         Sp= space

·         Sk = skip

·         Shell = 5dc

Pattern multiple is 4FSC + 3FSC

TO START:  Pram / Stroller baby blanket size

Cream Yarn x 5 balls

Hayfield Spirit in Sundown x 2 balls

Make 71 FSC (foundation single crochet)

Row 1:

Ch2 (does not count as a stitch) 1dc in 1^st fsc

Skip 2

*5dc, sk3* until last 3fsc

Skip 2

1dc in last fsc

Row 2:

Ch2 (counts as a stitch) 2dc in 1^st stitch

*4dc in 5^th stitch of shell from row below. Puff inbetween 4^th & 5^th stitches of shell from row below*  (please see video)

End on 1dc in top of dc from row below

Row 3:

Ch2 (counts as a stitch) 2dc in 1^st stitch

*4dc in 5^th stitch of shell from row below. Puff inbetween 4^th & 5^th stitches of shell from row below*  (please see video)

End on 1dc into top of ch2 from row below

REPEAT ROW 3 to end of blanket

To finish your blanket, you need to straighten up the top edge so it matches the bottom.

This is done over 2 rows.

End Row 1:

Ch1 (does not count as a stitch) 1hdc & 1dc into 1^st stitch

*3dc in 5^th dc stitch of shell from row below*

End on 1hdc into top of ch2 from row below

Final row: (this row is important to match the stitch count to your fsc row)

Ch1 (does not count as a stitch) sc in 1^st stitch

*sc over next 3 stitches, sc inbetween next 2 stitches* (please see video)

End on sc in last 2 stitches.

Ch1, cut your yarn.

COLOUR SEQUENCE FOR CREAM / SUNDOWN BLANKET

Using Cream: FSC row

Rows 1 – 6: Cream

Row 7: Sundown

Row 8: Cream

Row 9: Sundown

Row 10: Cream

Row 11: Sundown

Rows 12 – 18: Cream

Row 19: Sundown

Row 20: Cream

Row 21: Sundown

Row 22: Cream

Row 23: Sundown

Rows 24 – 30: Cream

Row 31: Sundown

Row 32: Cream

Row 33: Sundown

Row 34: Cream

Row 35: Sundown

Rows 36 – 42: Cream

Row 43: Sundown

Row 44: Cream

Row 45: Sundown

Row 46: Cream

Row 47: Sundown

Rows 48 – 52: Cream

End Row 1: Cream

Final Row: Cream

Now you are ready for the border!

BORDER TIME!

Border Pattern (for stroller size blanket above – please see video for how to make a border on a larger version of the Bubble Puff blanket)

Using cream and with the right side of your blanket facing you:

ROUND 1

Join yarn to 1^st stitch (top right hand corner of blanket)

3sc in 1^st stitch (1^st corner made)

Sc in each stitch along

3sc in last sc (2^nd corner made)

Hdc evenly down the side (2 hdc per row, please see video)

3sc in 1^st stitch of bottom (3^rd corner made)

Sc in each stitch along

3sc in last sc (4^th corner made)

Hdc evenly back up the side (2 hdc per row, please see video)

ROUND 2 (please see video for clarification)

Top edge

9dc into 2^nd sc of 3sc

*skip 1, ss, skip 1, 5dc* to corner

Skip 2, 9dc into 2^nd sc of 3sc

Join with ss to 1^st sc.

Side

Skip 2, ss

*skip 1, 5dc, skip 1, ss* to last few stitches

Skip 2, 5dc, skip 2, 9dc into 2^nd sc of 3sc

Bottom edge

Skip 2, ss

*skip 1, 5dc, skip 1, ss* to end

Skip 2, 9dc into 2^nd sc of 3sc

Side

Skip 2, ss

*skip 1, 5dc, skip 1, ss* to end putting final ss just before beginning 9dc

I hope that makes sense! Please see the video for clarification of the border as seeing it written down looks mega complicated! Eek!

If you have any questions about this pattern / spot any errors / notice any typos but holler!

I would absolutely LOVE to see any Bubble Puff blankets you make – please feel free to tag me in your photos on Instagram (I am @puddnhead) or post them to my Facebook page here! <3

Happy crocheting!

Robin x

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Rainbow Jellyfish - free crochet amigurumi pattern! Video tutorial and written pattern :D

Everybody needs a chubby rainbow jelly friend!

Here is a nice, simple and easy amigurumi crochet pattern for you :D

Video tutorial:

Written Pattern:

Pattern notes:

·         USA / American Terms

       Eyes: 10mm

·         Hook size: 4mm

·         Yarn: James Brett Party Time or any CHUNKY yarn

·         Repeat pattern between the asterisks * …….. *

·         Stitch count at end of row in brackets [  ]

·         Pattern notes / explanations specific to each row (info inside bracket written in italics)

Stitches / abbreviations used:

·         MR = Magic Ring

·         Ch = Chain

·         Sc = Single Crochet

·         Inc = Increase 2sc in same stitch

·         Dec = Invisible Decrease in front loops only – please see video

·         BLO = Back Loops only

OK so lets begin! DO NOT JOIN AT THE ENDS OF EACH ROW. This pattern is worked in a continuous spiral

Jellyfish body

Into a MR, 6sc                                   [6]   or substitute for chain 2, 6sc into 2^nd ch from hook

*Inc* x 6                                            [12]

*1sc, inc* x 6                                     [18]

*2sc, inc* x 6                                    [24]

*3sc, inc* x 6                                     [30]

*4sc, inc* x 6                                     [36]

*sc* in each stitch around              [36]    

*sc* in each stitch around              [36]

*sc* in each stitch around              [36]

*sc* in each stitch around              [36]

*sc* BLO in each stitch around    [36]

Add eyes – 6 stitches apart – see video for placement

*4sc, dec* x 6                                    [30]

*3sc, dec* x 6                                    [24]

*2sc, dec* x 6                                    [18]

Stuff lightly and add mouth – please see video for placement

*1sc, dec* x 6                                     [12]

*dec* x 6                                            [6]

Leave long tail, weave tail around the outside loops of last 6 stitches and pull together

Tendrils – make 3

Leave long tail, make slip knot, chain 45 – cut yarn leaving long tail

For tendril attachment, please see video :D

If you have any questions about this pattern / spot any errors / notice any typos but holler!

I would absolutely LOVE to see any jellies you make – please feel free to tag me in your photos on Instagram (I am @puddnhead) or post them to my Facebook page here! <3

Happy crocheting!

Robin x

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