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CUTEST BABY/TODDLER HAT (our July Contest/Giveaway Winner)

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HERE’S THE FREE PATTERN that Emmeline created to win the July CrochetGossip Giveaway Contest!
The hook I used was ‘I’ as suggested on the yarn label.  It was 4ply Acrylic Worsted weight yarn by Red heart (7 oz skeins).  NOTE: This pattern is untested. Please email if you run into problems.
Colors-
1. Lt. Pink -1/2 skein approx
2. Brown -1/4 skein approx
3. White -1/4 skein approx
Starting with color #1 make a magic circle with 8 hdc(half double crochet) in the circle. slip stitch to join.
In the next round make 2 hdc in each hdc from round 1. slip stitch to join.
Continue in the same way for the next 5 rounds.
After finishing the 7th round’s slip stitch start the new row. make 1 hdc in each hdc but only on the the inner string. (I didn’t use both strands – see illustration below) slip stitch to join.
In the next round rotate 1 hdc then 2 hdc in each hdc for the entire round. slip stitch to join.
Next round make 1 hdc in each hdc for the next 3 rounds, slip stitching to join each time. Finish off, sewing in ends.
Next round will be in white. Same as before 1 hdc in each hdc for one round. slip stitching to join.
Next 2 rounds will be in brown. Same as before 1 hdc in each hdc for both rounds. slip stiching to join. Finish off, sewing in ends.
Next round will be in white again. Same as before 1 hdc in each hdc for one round. slip stitching to join. Finish off, sewing in ends.
Starting the next round in pink make 2 hdc in each hdc until the brim is the size desired. (I did 3) slip stitch to join.
The edging was created by sc(single crochet), chain 3, skip 1 hdc, attach with single crochet, chain 3… repeat until done. Finish off, sewing in ends.
Flowers
I loosely followed a crochet pansy pattern I found on YouTube by TJW1963. I added an extra petal to the larger pink flower.

Comments

  1. I tried 4 different times to print the patter. But I cannot get it to print can you just send a copy to my on my email address? I love it

  2. HERE’S THE FREE PATTERN that Emmeline created to win the July CrochetGossip Giveaway Contest!
    The hook I used was ‘I’ as suggested on the yarn label. It was 4ply Acrylic Worsted weight yarn by Red heart (7 oz skeins). NOTE: This pattern is untested. Please email if you run into problems.
    Colors-
    1. Lt. Pink -1/2 skein approx
    2. Brown -1/4 skein approx
    3. White -1/4 skein approx
    Starting with color #1 make a magic circle with 8 hdc(half double crochet) in the circle. slip stitch to join.
    In the next round make 2 hdc in each hdc from round 1. slip stitch to join.
    Continue in the same way for the next 5 rounds.
    After finishing the 7th round’s slip stitch start the new row. make 1 hdc in each hdc but only on the the inner string. (I didn’t use both strands – see illustration below) slip stitch to join.
    In the next round rotate 1 hdc then 2 hdc in each hdc for the entire round. slip stitch to join.
    Next round make 1 hdc in each hdc for the next 3 rounds, slip stitching to join each time. Finish off, sewing in ends.
    Next round will be in white. Same as before 1 hdc in each hdc for one round. slip stitching to join.
    Next 2 rounds will be in brown. Same as before 1 hdc in each hdc for both rounds. slip stiching to join. Finish off, sewing in ends.
    Next round will be in white again. Same as before 1 hdc in each hdc for one round. slip stitching to join. Finish off, sewing in ends.
    Starting the next round in pink make 2 hdc in each hdc until the brim is the size desired. (I did 3) slip stitch to join.
    The edging was created by sc(single crochet), chain 3, skip 1 hdc, attach with single crochet, chain 3… repeat until done. Finish off, sewing in ends.
    Flowers
    I loosely followed a crochet pansy pattern I found on YouTube by TJW1963. I added an extra petal to the larger pink flower.

  3. Am inlove with that………………………………..am still learning to knitt,give ideas on how to learn more,love from Kenya.

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Shock Wave Free Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern

This Free Shock Wave Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern from Mary Maxim looks like one of those wonderfully satisfying projects that gives big cozy payoff without fiddly detail. Mary Maxim lists it as a free download, designed as a crochet afghan/lap blanket, with a finished size of 45 x 50 inches.

What immediately stands out is the yarn choice. The pattern is made with Bernat Blanket Extra Thick, using 5 skeins, and calls for a U.S. U/50 (25 mm) crochet hook. That is gloriously chunky territory, which usually means fast progress and lots of squishy texture. If you are in the mood for a project that feels substantial in your hands and grows quickly row by row, this one definitely has that appeal.

Mary Maxim describes the blanket as having a beautifully textured, plush, soft finish and suggests it as a project for home décor or gifting. Based on the materials and oversized hook alone, that sounds about right. This feels like the sort of blanket you make for curling up on the couch, draping over a chair, or giving as a practical handmade gift that will actually get used instead of folded away “for best.”

The pattern is marked Easy, and the listed stitch requirements are straightforward: chain, repeat, double crochet, single crochet, and slip stitch. That makes it sound approachable for confident beginners and very appealing for anyone who wants a relaxing crochet project without too much counting drama.

I also think the lap blanket size is a smart one. Not every crochet blanket needs to become a giant commitment that takes over the lounge room and your will to live. A 45 x 50 inch blanket is a useful, manageable size for gifting, for wheelchairs or reading nooks, or just for keeping on hand for chilly evenings. That practicality gives this pattern extra appeal. The usability point is my own take based on the finished dimensions Mary Maxim provides.

At the moment, the pattern page shows no reviews, so there is not much customer feedback to go on yet. Still, if you enjoy easy crochet blanket patterns, super chunky crochet throws, or quick lap blanket projects, this one looks like a solid freebie to save.

My overall take? This looks like a fast, cozy, beginner-friendly crochet blanket pattern with plenty of texture and instant-gratification energy. Very much the sort of project you start because it looks easy, then keep going because the yarn feels ridiculously soft.