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5 Crochet Hook Tips | KT and the Squid

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When I first started crocheting one thing I didn’t put to much thought into were my hooks. Over the years I have collected quite a few and have learned they are just as important as the yarn. Here are a few hook tips you may not have thought about. Continue reading 5 Crochet Hook Tips | KT and the Squid

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Free Bear Applique Crochet Hat Pattern | KT and the Squid

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I designed this hat when my son was born. Most of what I made at the time was very girly so I had to make something more suitable for him. Up until now it was a paid pattern but now you can enjoy it here for FREE. Continue reading Free Bear Applique Crochet Hat Pattern | KT and the Squid

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Sari Shawl FREE Pattern | KT and the Squid

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This shawl can be done in any size with any yarn and appropriate size hook. Use a lighter weight yarn for a delicate shawl or use a yarn like I used for a real statement piece.

Sari Shawl

By Katy Petersen

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Sari Shawl Free crochet pattern

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This Pattern has NOT been tested.

Sari Shawl Free crochet pattern

Materials

Any weight yarn: My sample was done with 2 hanks of Red Heart Boutique Silk Sari in Ravishing. You can read more about it HERE.

Any size hook: I used a K/6.5mm hook

Gauge

Not important

Size

Any

Abbriviations

Ch = chain

Eesc = extra extended single crochet

T-ch: turning chain

Sari Shawl Free crochet pattern

Notes

  • Read all instructions before beginning.
  • This shawl is worked flat.

Special Stitches

Extra extended single crochet (eesc): Insert hook into stitch indicated, pull up a loop, (yarn over, pull through 1 loop) 2 times, yarn over, pull through 2 loops.

Instructions

Ch 8.

Row 1 – (eesc, ch 2, eesc) in the 8th ch from hook.

Row 2 – Ch 5 (counts as a eesc, ch 2 from here on), turn, eesc in the same eesc, ch 2, eesc in the next eesc, leave the t-ch unworked.

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Row 3 – Ch 5, turn, skip the 1st eesc, eesc in the next eesc, ch 2, (eesc, ch 2, eesc) in the 3rd ch of the t-ch.

Row 4 – Ch 5, turn, eesc in the same eesc, *ch 2, eesc in the next eesc; repeat from * across, leave the t-ch unworked.

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Row 5 – Ch 5, turn, skip 1st eesc, *dc in the next eesc, ch 2; repeat from * to the tch, (eesc, ch 2, eesc) in the 3rd ch of the t-ch.

Repeat rows 4 and 5 until desired length is reached, fasten off, weave in ends.

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Crocheting/Knitting a Sweater: How to Choose the the Right Size for YOU | KT and the Squid

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Crocheting or knitting a sweater can be very intimidating if you have never done it before. I can tell you from experience one of the worst feelings is to take all the time to make everything perfectly only to have a sweater not fit quite right. Then I found out there was a little more to choosing the right size than I thought. It’s not quite as easy as just choosing small medium or large. Here are some tips that I hope will save you some of the frustration I’ve felt in the past. Continue reading Crocheting/Knitting a Sweater: How to Choose the the Right Size for YOU | KT and the Squid

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The Picnic Scarf FREE Crochet Pattern

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The Picnic Scarf was a paid pattern until now. I’ve decided to make this pattern FREE. The scarf is easy and would make a great first time project for a beginner.
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Newborn Cheer Sweater Free Crochet Pattern

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This little sweater works up in a flash! I love that the stitch has a lot of stretch to it so the size is very forgiving. It still fits my now 3 month old with more room to grow. For my sample I use I Love this Yarn from Hobby Lobby. I’ve used it a few times but only for a few hats. Continue reading Newborn Cheer Sweater Free Crochet Pattern

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The Bailey Easy Top Down Free Crochet Pattern

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I’m extremely excited to announce the birth of my third baby, Bailey!! Days before her birth I made this easy little sweater for her. To celebrate her birth I’m offering this pattern for FREE! I love this little sweater because it works up so quickly. Perfect for a last minute baby shower gift or to make when your bored waiting for baby like I was. Continue reading The Bailey Easy Top Down Free Crochet Pattern