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DO YOU RECOGNIZE THIS AFGHAN?

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A friend is looking for the source of this pretty baby afghan.  It’s very similar to one of several patterns that include ‘Flower Garden’ in the names.  I have seen this exact afghan before but worked in different colors.  If you know the source of this pattern, please post it in the Comments section below.  I suspect it appeared in a crochet magazine some years back.  I’ve been unable to find the exact pattern online.  Thanks for the help!

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Comments

  4. I looked through all I had because it does look familiar but found nothing. I would love the pattern myself if it is ever found.

  5. I don’t know anything about the pattern, other than I would love to have it also! If found, please post for all of us!

  7. I make these flowers all the time. I use them for the centers of my Granny Squares. They are simple to make, but I learned from my grandmother…I cant read or write a pattern to save myself..

    I will try…
    chain 6, connect in circle
    chain 2, make 5 more double stitches
    Turn the flower around, chain 2 and double back accross the other five
    chain 4 and fold it back to start another leaf in the circle. Make 8 leaves.

    does this make any sense?

    I live in Texas but would be happy to show…I’m just not sure. These can be even more beatiful when varigated yarn is used. I will try and upload a photo, but I am not very computor savvy.

  12. Thanks so much Nikki and Jodi, this pattern on Ravelry does result in a very similar blanket, but I believe this one was made in the join as you go fashion seen in the You Tube video, and think it’s made from double crochet’s not loop stitches…..but thanks so much, this is one to try too!

  13. I agree with Maggie. You can tell that they are clusters. Now if someone could just translate the video,lol. I am going to try to figure it out this afternoon.

  14. I’m pretty sure that’s not Mollie flowers. If you go to the flickr link in the second post here and look at the other pics of this, you can see it’s not made with a loop type flower..it’s definitely crocheted. I did a search on puff stitch flowers and didn’t come up with much. I would LOVE to have a pattern for this!! The woman who made it said she was going to write the pattern but never updated 🙁

  16. I looked at the video and this is what I think is going on :-)…

    chain 6, connect in circle

    Join other colour, chain 2, make 5 more double treble stitches in the same space.

    Turn the flower around, chain 2 and double back across the other five by making a double treble, but just completing by pulling thread through the first two loops, leaving the 3 loop on the needle and continuing on with the next double treble, again leaving 3 loop on the needle, (now 2 loops on the needle). Make double trebles till 4 loops remain on the needle. Now chain by pulling yarn through last 4 loops on needle. Make 3 chains* and turn around the flower again to start another leaf in the circle. Make 6 leaves ending with the 3 chains* joined into the side of the first leaf.

  17. Thanks so so much Karien for taking the time to figure out what was going on in the video, I”m the “friend” who was looking for this pattern and just didn’t have the time to go thru the video in a language I don’t speak! So I really appreciate it!

  18. This might be a bit easier to understand. This is in US English terms.

    6sc in magic loop. Join with a slip stitch.

    Change color. Chain 2 with new color.

    Make 3 DC in first stitch. *Turn, Chain 3. decrease double crochet over the next three stitches. (leaving last two loops on stitch until the end of row, then pull through all loops on hook) Chain 3. Make 3 double crochet in the next stitch.* Repeat between *’s until you have six petals.

    Connect second flower to first flower after second petal is made.

  19. Hi everyone,
    I am so happy to see you all love my pattern so much. as I recently wrote on my flickr page, I am working on a detailed pattern (with photos and everything) and it will be ready soon.
    This flowers are different from Mollie flowers, and much softer.
    This pattern is original, and was designed by me. the german video was created by a woman who tried to figure out what I did there…

    So, the pattern will be ready for sale pretty soon. you are more than welcome to follow my flickr page for updates:

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/slip_stitch/3956532126/in/photostream

    Adi

  20. Really excited to hear that the pattern will be up soon – I can’t wait to make it and I can NOT figure out how to do the petals on my own, even with the guidelines above. (I need to turn it back again sometime – right? But when?)

  23. Did anyone order the pattern? I dont have a credit card or paypal account so I cant. Just wondering if the pattern was the same as what Jill posted. Or if anyone can email me the copy of the pattern…… [email protected]

  30. Hi! Yes, I knew I had it in my files:

    easymakesmehappy.blogspot.com

    It’s called the 6 Petal Puff Stitch Flower.

    Enjoy…it looks like fun!

    Maggie

  33. Can anybody give me any tips on how you weave all the ends in? That’s four ends per flower,two for the middle and two for the petal yarn, and there aren’t that many stitches in the flower to weave the yarns through!

  34. Michelle,
    Weaving in ends is the bane of most crocheters. But, it can be accomplished neatly. First, crochet over as much of each tail as you can. Then, using a tapestry needle (I use metal rather than plastic because it glides through the yarn better for me.) weave each tail back and forth through as much of the same color crochet as you can. It can also help to split the plies of some yarns and weave them in different directions. That secures the tails in better so there will be nothing sticking out after being laundered or lots of use. I give a little tug to the tail at the end of my weaving in to cut it, then the yarn eases back into the last stitch I worked it into and seems to disappear. Hope this helps. Perhaps others will have more useful information for you.
    jd

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Pattern Review: Granny Dots Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern

There is something wonderfully cheerful about a crochet bucket hat, especially when it has that granny-style texture that makes us all say, “Oh yes, I could make that in five colours from my stash.” And let’s be honest, any pattern that lets me justify keeping those half-balls of yarn tucked away in a basket is already off to a strong start.

The Granny Dots Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern is a fun, easy crochet bucket hat pattern worked in colourful granny-style clusters with a simple single crochet brim. It has that lovely retro handmade look without needing to sew together a stack of separate granny squares, which is always a win in my book because joining motifs is where many good intentions go to quietly disappear.

This pattern is written for adult one-size fit and uses medium weight yarn in five colours. It is a great stash-busting crochet project, especially if you have leftover worsted weight yarn from blankets, scarves, or all those “I only bought one skein because it was pretty” moments.

The finished hat has a playful dotted look across the crown and body, then a neat striped brim that gives it a polished finish. I especially like how easily the mood changes depending on the yarn colours. Soft pastels make it sweet and springy, oranges and browns give it a warm autumn feel, and greys and blacks make it look more modern and unisex.

If you love granny-style crochet accessories, you might also like our free Georgie Granny Cluster Bucket Hat over on CraftBits, which has a similar beginner-friendly feel and works well as a companion project for anyone wanting to try more crochet hats. You can also browse our roundup of crochet bucket hat patterns to make this summer if your hat-making mood has officially taken over the craft table.

What I Like About This Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern

The best thing about this pattern is that it gives you the look of granny crochet without becoming overly complicated. The crown begins in the round and builds out using double crochet groups, then continues into the body with repeating granny-style rounds. Once you understand the rhythm, it becomes one of those cosy “just one more round” projects.

The brim is worked in single crochet, which gives the edge a little more structure than the body. I always appreciate that in a crochet bucket hat because a floppy brim can go from cute to “why is this sitting on my eyebrows?” very quickly. You could also gently steam or block the brim if you want a smoother shape, especially if you are making it for photos, gifting, or selling finished hats at markets.

This is marked as an easy crochet pattern, and I think that is fair. It is not a first-ever crochet project, but it would suit a confident beginner who knows how to chain, slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet, work in rounds, and change colour. The colour changes are the only part that require a little attention, but they are also what make the hat so much fun.

For yarn, a medium weight cotton or cotton-blend would be lovely for a summer bucket hat, while acrylic or wool-blend yarn would make it warmer and softer for cooler weather. If you are buying supplies, Mary Maxim is a good place to look for colourful worsted weight yarn, and Amazon is handy for crochet hooks, yarn needles, and blocking supplies if your craft drawer has mysteriously eaten them again.

Colour Ideas For The Granny Dots Bucket Hat

This is where the pattern really shines. Because it uses five colours, you can make it feel completely different each time.

A few combinations I would try:

Soft Pastels: blush pink, mint, lilac, buttercream, and pale blue
Autumn Spice: mustard, rust, olive, cranberry, and camel
Earth & Sky: teal, chocolate, goldenrod, dusty pink, and denim
Modern Neutral: black, charcoal, silver, cream, and soft grey
Cottage Garden: rose, lavender, sage, butter yellow, and robin’s egg blue

This is also a lovely pattern for using up scrap yarn, provided your yarns are all a similar weight. I would avoid mixing very stiff cotton with very soft acrylic in the same hat unless you are prepared for a little shaping drama. Ask me how I know.

Helpful Tips Before You Start

Check your gauge before you begin, especially if you want the adult fit to come out neatly. The pattern gauge is 15 single crochet and 16 rows to 4 inches, and because hats need to fit around an actual head — not just look pretty flat on the table — gauge matters more here than it might on a scarf.

Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round. When you are changing colours often, it is very easy to lose track of where a round starts, particularly if you are crocheting while watching television and pretending you are “just doing one more row.”

Weave in ends as you go if you can bear it. Five-colour crochet is gorgeous, but it does come with ends, and future-you will be much happier if you don’t leave them all until the end in one terrifying little yarn nest.

Who This Pattern Is Best For

This crochet bucket hat pattern is a good fit for makers who enjoy colourful crochet accessories, quick wearable projects, and stash-friendly patterns. It would make a great handmade gift for teens and adults, and it has strong market stall potential because you can create several versions in different colour palettes without changing the main pattern.

It is also a nice project for anyone who loves the look of granny squares but does not necessarily want a sewing-up session at the end. The texture gives that familiar granny crochet feel while keeping the construction more straightforward.

You could make one in soft spring colours for a festival look, one in earthy shades for autumn outfits, or one in monochrome greys for someone who insists they “don’t wear colourful things” but still secretly appreciates handmade.

Etsy Listing Note

This is a digital PDF crochet pattern, not a finished hat. The PDF includes the written pattern, materials, abbreviations, gauge notes, colour change guidance, brim instructions, stitch key, mockup inspiration, and colour palette ideas.

For crocheters who enjoy easy crochet hat patterns, granny stitch texture, and colourful stash-busting projects, the Granny Dots Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern is a sweet, wearable make with lots of room for personality. It is cheerful without being fussy, practical without being boring, and exactly the sort of project that makes you start looking at leftover yarn in a whole new way.