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This fun, relaxing pastime provides the double pleasure of expressing your personal style and crafting ‘projects to make your home more inviting. Cozy and familiar, crocheted pieces look great wherever they're displayed — whether you choose to create a sboupiece afghan or a simple edging for a towel. Such heartwarming accents make St Home with Crochet a treasury of handmade hospitality: In addition to traditional siyles, is filled with innovative designs that will spark your creativity and give you fresh ideas for enbancing your life with crochet. Pillows, place mats, and ensembles for the bedroom aud bath are just a {few of the imaginative accessories that will brighten rooms all through the house. f you're wrapped up in afebans, you 'l be dazzled by our rainbow of colors, textures, and patterns, And when the celebration calls for a really special surprise, turn to our unique gift section. Just for the fun of it, we included a collection of whimsical projects, like a kid pleasing stuffed dinosaur and a bath mat stitched with plastic bags! Youll find sty ‘wearables for men, women, and children as you browse through our fashion comer, and you'll adore the soft, cuddly creations to rock-a-bye baby with ove. For stitchers who are hooked on boliday decorating, we have a fun mix of projects that reflects ibe special joys of each season. Simple-io-follow instructions, helpful diagrams, and bandy stitching tips make these designs easy to crochet — even if you're a beginner And we labeled the “quick” projects to help you get the most out of your stitching lime. With this indispensable volume by your side, you'll enjoy making yourself at home with crochet! Arne (Kilhe?all through THE LIVING ROOM wn Pineapple Table Topper Prony Pillows. Shell Jar Topper / Shell Basket Shell Towel Edging / Shell Rug... FOR THE BEDROOM Frilly Napkin Ring Cutlery Cady. gifts for all FLOWERPOT LACE. HAPPY HOUSEWARMING! Hot Pad... Pot Holder. PETITE TISSUE COVER..... BABY BROTHER. ELEGANT HANDKERCHIEF. MALLARD JAR TOPPER... ‘TUP DOILY .. * COUNTRY BREAD CLOTH ..sssnnsnsnsnnnon just for fun . KID-PLEASING PLAID AFGHAN ‘SUNFLOWER BASKET. PINCUSHION BONNET. 0. COLORFUL BAG RUG...PLAYTIME DINOSAUR, POPPY POT HOLDER... FOUR-SEASON FRIDGI E Strawberry / Butterfly. f Brown-Fyed Susan / Watermelon / Apple /Jack-O'-Lante Shi Hat / SoOWMAM soaennnsnnnnenionen : rock-a-bye collection......80 Lambe eta ane BABY’'S BIBLE COVER. Solid Afghan / Striped Afghan DARLING BUBBLE SUITS... FLORAL ENSEMBLE Afgan Bottle Gover... fas MOMGOnnele DELICATE CARDIGAN... FEMININE SCARE... sssossenen HHIS-AND-HERS PULLOVERS.... SLIPPERS FOR KIDS. : ss TULIP GARDEN SWEAT 103 ‘TOPS FOR TODDLERS...... 105 hooked on holidays .....108 Haunting Magnets, ‘THANKSGIVING... Wheat Dolly CHRISTMAS Ratfled Mini ‘Tr Cheery Tree Skirt Snowflake Sachets Mery Afghan, GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS, CREDITS re nsratettwrapped up in afghans Cozy afghans — especially ones made by hand — are warmers for the body as well as the soul. A snuggly wrap draped across a chatr offers an unspoken invitation to “come on in and make yourself at home.” The variety of styles in this collection lets you extend the appealing comfort of afghans throughout your home. Whether you prefer traditional elegance, country charm, or bold, innovative looks, these creations will surround you with beauty. PATCHWORK SAMPLER The charm of patchwork quilts inspired this colorful sampler, which features four different textured blocks. The squares are individually edged with single crochets and whipstitched together to form the “quilt top.” Leaf and vine embroidery enbance the afgban, and a placement diagram makes assembly ea Finished Size: Approximately 50° x 64" MATERIALS Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: Color 4 (Teal) - 14 ounces, (400 grams, 880 yards) Color B Gold) - 12 ounces, (340 grams, 755 yards) Color € (Maroon) - 15 ounces, (430 grams, 945 yards) Color D (Purple) - 12 ounces, (540 grams, 755 yards) Color E (Green) - 8 ounces, (230 grams, 505 yards) Crochet hook, size H (5.00 mm) oF size needed for gauge Yara needle PATTERN STITCHES ‘CLUSTER PUFF YO, insert hook in same st, YO and pull up a loop, YO and. draw through 2 loops on hook, skip next se, YO, insert hhook in next sc, YO and pull up a loop even with oop on hook, YO, insert hook in same st, YO and pull up a loop even with loop on hook, YO and draw through all 6 loops on hook DECREASE Pull up 2 loop in next 2.sc, YO and draw through all 3 loops, ‘on hook (counts as one se). GAUGE: One Square = 7" x7" SQUARE A (Make 16) With Color 4, ch 26 loosely Row 1 (Right side): De in fourth ch from hook and in each ch across: 24 sb. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in Back Loop Only of each st across (Fig. 22, page 138). Row 3: Ch 1, turn; working in free loops on previous de row (Fig. 23a, page 138), slip sin frst st, ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), de in next de and in each de across: 24 de. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until Square measures approximately (642, ending by working Row 3; do not finish off. Edging: Ch 1, work 22 se evenly spaced across end of rows; ‘working in frve loops of beginning ch (Fig. 236, page 138), 3 sc in first ch, sc in exch ch across to last ch, 3 sc in last ch; work 22 sc evenly spaced across end of rows; working across last row, 3 sc in first de, sein each de across to last de, 3 se in last de; join with slip st to first se; finish off: 100 se.SQUARE B (Wake 16) With Color B, ch 24 loosely. Row 1 (Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 23 sc Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last rowas right side. Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as first hdc, now and throughout), turn; work Cluster Puff, (ch 1, work Cluster Puff) across, hdc in same st as last st: 11 Cluster Puffs. Row 3: Ch L, turn; sc in each st across: 23 sc Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until Square measures approximately 61/2", ending by working Row 3; do not finish off. Fdging: Ch 1, work 22 se evenly spaced across end of rows; working in free loops of beginning ch, 3 sein first ch, work 22 sc evenly spaced across to last ch, 3 sc in kast chy; work 22 se evenly spaced across end of rows; working across last row, 3 Se in frst sc, work 22 se evenly spaced across to ast sc, 3 se in last se; join with slip st to first sc, finish off: 100 sc SQUARE C (Make 16) With Color C, ch 26 loosely. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in next 7 chs, (ch 10, ‘sc) 3 times in same ch as last sc, sc in next 10 chs, (ch 10, se) 3 times in same ch as last se, sc in each ch across: 31 se. Row 2 (Right side): Ch 1, turn; se in first 7 sc, skip next sc, decrease working behind ch-10 loops, skip next sc, se in next 9 sts, skip next sc, decrease working behind ch-10 loops, skip 5 $C. Row 3: Ch 1, turn; se in each sc across. Row 4: Ch 1, tum; sc in first 4 sc, + holding next loop in front of next se, sc in both loop and in next se, sc in next 5 sc, skip next loop, holding next loop in front of next sc, se in both loop and in next se $, sc in next 3 se, repeat from + to + once, sc in each se across: 25 se. Row 5: Ch 1, turn; sc in each sc across. Row 6: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 7 sc, holding center loop in front of next se, 6 de in both loop and in next sc, sc in next 9 se, holding center loop in front of next sc, 6 de in both loop and in next sc, sc in each se acros Row 7: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 7 sc, ch 1, skip next 6 de, pushing dc to right side, se in next 5 se, (ch 10, sc) 3 times in same st as last sc, sc in next 4 sc, ch 1, skip next 6 de, pushing de to right side, sc in each se across: 28 sts. Row 8: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 12 sts, skip next sc, decrease working behind ch-10 loops, skip next sc, sc in each st across: 25 se. Row th 1, turn; se in each se across, Row 10: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 9 se, holding next loop in front skip next loop, holding next loop in front of next se, se in hott loop and in next se, sc in each se across. Row 11; Ch 1, turn; se in each se across. Row 12: Ch 1, turn; sc in frst 12 se, holding center loop in front of next sc, 6 de in both loop and in neat se, se in each se across. Row 13: Ch 1, turn; sc in frst 8 se, (ch 10, se) 3 times in same st as last sc, s¢ in next 4 sc, ch 1, skip next 6 de, pushing de 0 right side, sc in next 5c, (ch 10, sc) 3 times in same st as last se, sc in each Se across, Rows 14-24: Repeat Rows 2-12 once Row 25: Ch 1, turn; se in first 12 sc, ch 1, ship next 6 de, pushing de to right side, sc in each sc across Row 26: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se across; do not finish off Edging: Work same as Square B. SQUARE D (take 15) With Color D, ch 24 loosely. Row 1 (Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 23 se Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right side Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in first sc, tr in next sc, se in next se pushing tr to right side, tr in next sc, (se in next 4 se, tr in next Sc, SC i next se, tF i next Se) twice, SC in last 5 se Row 3 AND ALL RIGHT SIDE ROWS: Ch 1, turn; sc in each stacross Row 4: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 2 sc, (tr in next sc, sc in next sc, tr in next se, sc in next 4 sc) 3 times. Row 6: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 3 sc, tr in next se, se in next sc, tr in next se, (se in next 4 sc, tr in next sc, sc in next sc, tr in next 0) twiee, se in last 3 sc. Row 8: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 4 sc, tr in next sc, se in next se, tr in next se, (sc in next 4 se, tr in next se, sc in next sc, tr in next sc) twice, sc in last 2 sc. Row 10: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 5 sc, tr in next se, se in next trin next se, (sc in next 4 se, tr in next sc, sein next se, tr in next se) twice, se in last se. Row 12: Ch 1, turn; se in first se, tr in next se, sc in next 4 tr in next sc, (sc in next sc, tr in next se, sein next 4 sc, tin next sc) twice, sc in last 2 se. Row 14: Ch 1, tur; se in first 2 se, (tr in next se, sein next 4 se, tr in next se, se in next sc) 3 times, Rows 16-24: Repeat Rows 2-10 once; do not finish off. Bdging: Work same as Square B.FINISHING ASSEMBLY Following Placement Diagram and using matching colors as desired, whipstitch Squares together forming 7 vertical strips of 9 Squares each (Fig. 28a, page 140): then whipstitch strips together. BORDER: Rnd 1: With right side facing, join Color E with slip st in any comer sc; ch 1, sc in each sc around to last se working 3 sc in skip last sc; join with slip st to first se: 771 se. each comer s Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st and in next 2 sc, ch 3, slip st in last se worked, + sc in next 3 se, ch 3, slip stn last se worked repeat from ¥ around; join with slip st to first se, LEAVES AND VINES Using Placement Diagram as a guide and Color E, embroider Leaves and Vines over seams, using Lazy Daisy St (Fig. 38, page 142) and Outline St (Figs. 32a & b, page 141). finish off PLACEMENT DIAGRAM °BUILDING BLOCKS QUILT Diamonds in three shades of blue create the illusion of building blocks on this quilt-inspired afeban. Triangles fill in along the sides. The toasty wrap ts easy to stitch ine single crochet, and a color diagram makes assembly a breeze! Finished Size: Approximately 47° x 71" MATERIALS: Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: Color A (Light Blue) ~ 16 ounces, (450 grams, 1,190 yards) Color B (Blue) - 16 ounces, (450 grams, 1,190 yards) Color € (Dark Blue) - 18 ounces, (510 grams, 1,335 yards) Crochet hook, size H (5.00 mm) oF size needed for gauge Yarn needle ¢ GAUGE: and 8 row ‘One Diamond = 41/0" wide and 712" tall PATTERN STITCH DECREASE Pull up a loop in next 2 sts, YO and draw through sll 3 loops ‘on hook (counts as one se). DIAMOND A (Make 55) Row 1 (Right side): With Color A, ch 2; 2 se in second ch from hook. Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last. row as right side and bottom. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in first se, 2 se in next se: Row 3: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 2 se, 2 se in last se: 4 sc. Rows 4-15: Ch 1, wns sc in each se across to last se, 2 se in last se: 16 se Rows 16-29: Ch 1, umn; skip frst se, sein next se and in each se across: 2 sc Row 30: Ch 1, turn; skip first s DIAMOND B (Make 60) With Color B, work same as Diamond A. DIAMOND C€ (make 60) With Color C, work same as Diamond A, TRIANGLE (Make 10) Rows 1-15: Work same as Diamond A Finish off. in next se; finish of 10 ASSEMBLY Following Placement Diagram, using matching colors as desired and working in end of rows, whipstitch Diamonds together placing bottom of each Diamond A towards the right edge of afghan and bottom of each Diamond B & G towards bottom edge of aishan (Fig. 28a, page 140). ‘Whipsttch Triangles to each long side, with Row 15 along outer edge. PLACEMENT DIAGRAM. EDGING Rad 1: With right side facing, join Color ¢ with slip st in any st; ch 1, se evenly around working 3 sc in exch outer corner sand decreasing at each inner corner; join with slip st to first se. Rnds 2 and 3: Ch 1, turn; se in each se around working 3 se in each outer corner and decreasing at each inner comer; join with slip stto first se. Rnd 4: Ch 1, do not tun; working from left to right, work reverse sc in each sc around (Figs. 194-d, page 136): join with slip st to firsts, finish off,SNUGGLY WRAPS Worked in strips that are joined as-you go, these two snuggly afghans use {front post cross stitches to create their textured ridges. Each afeban, whether fashioned in a single color of Finished Si * Approximately 47" x 60" MATERIALS Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately Solid 37 ounces, (1,050 grams, 2,430 yards) Striped Color A Blue) - 18 ounces, (510 grams, 1,185 yards) Color B (Bera) - 10 ounces, (280 grams, 655 yards) Color € (Yellow) -9 otnces, (260 grams, 590 yards) Crochet hook, size I (5.50 mm) or size needed for gauge GAUGE: (2 de, ch 1) 5 One Strip = 414" wide dui PATTERN STITCHES FRONT POST DOUBLE CROCHET (abbreviated FPdc) YO, insert hook from front to back around post of de indicated (Fig. 13, page 135), YO and pull up a loop even with loop on hook, (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice. FRONT POST CROSS STITCH (abbreviated FP Cross St) Skip next de, work FPde around nest de, working in front of FPde just worked, work FPde around skipped de (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 BACK POST DOUBLE CROCHET (abbreviated BPdc) YO, insert hook from back to front around post of de indicated, YO and pull up a loop even with loop on hook, (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice, DECREASE (uses next 2 sts) > YO, insert hook in Back Loop Only of next FPdc (Fig. 22, page 138), YO and pull up « loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + once more, YO and dew through all 3 loops on hook. 12 ripes, is enhanced with a lovely scalloped effect. FIRST STRIP Note: For Striped Afghan, work in the following Golor Sequence: 1 Rnd each Color ¢ (Fig. 246, page 138), Color A, Color B, Color A Ch 198 loosely, Rnd 1 (Right side): (De, ch 1, 2 de) in fourth ch from hook, (3 skipped chs count as first de), ch 1, (skip next ch, de in next 2 chs, ch 1) across to last 2 chs, skip nest ch, (2 de, ch 1) 3 times in last ch; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138), (skip next ch, de in next 2 chs, ch LD) 64 times, skip next ch, 2 dc in same ch as first dc, ch 1; join with slip st to first de: 134 ch-1 sps Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: Slip st in next de and in first ch-1 sp, ch 3, 2 de sp, work EP Gross St, (de in next ch-1 sp, work EP Cros times, (3 de in next ch-1 sp, work FP Gross St) twice, (de in next ch-1 sp, work FP Gross St) 65 times, 3 de in next ch-I sp, work FP Cross St; join with slip st to top of beginning eh-3: 134 FP Gross Sts, Rnd 3: Ch 4, + work BPdc around next 2 de, ch 1, decrease, ch 1, (work BPde around net de, eh 1, decrease, ch 1) 65 times, work BPde around next 2 de, ch 1 +, (de in Back Loop Only of meat st, ch 1) 4 times, repeat from + to + once, (de in Back Loop Only of next st, ch 1) 3 times; join with slip st to third ch of beginning ch-4: 274 ch-1 sps. Rad 4: Slip stn first ch-1 sp, ch 3, (slp stn next ch-1 sp iL, slip stim next ch-l sp, ch 3) 67 times, (sip st, et 1, slip st) in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, (slip stin next ch-1 sp, eh 1, slip st in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 68 times, (slip st, ch 1, slip st) in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, slip st in next ch-1 sp, cl 1; join with slip st (o first slip st, Ginish ofREMAINING 10 STRIPS Work same as First Strip through Rnd 3 Rnd 4: Slip stin first ch sp, ch 1, slip st in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 67 times, (slip st, ch 1 slip st) in next ch-1 sp, (ch 3, slip stin next ch-1 sp, ch 1, slip stin next ch-1 sp) twice; holding Strips with wrong (lip stin next ch-I sp, together, * ch 1 Strip, (ch 1, slip st in next eh-l sp on new Strip) twiee from 64 times more, ch 3, slip tin next ch-1 sp, ch 1 slip stin nest eh-1 sp, ch 3, (slip st, eh 1, slip st) in cli sp, ch first slip st, finish of(weLacy HEXAGONS Because its worked with two strands of worsted weight yarn, this airy wrap Finished Size: Approximately 56" x 64" MATERIALS: Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: 57 oumees, (1,620 grams, 3,745 yards) Crochet hook, size N (9,00 mm) or size needed for gauge Yarn needle Note: lntre Afghan is worked holding 2 strands of yarn together. GAUGE: One Motif = 9° ({rom straight edge to straight edge) MOTIF (Make 45) Ch 5; join with slip st to form a ring. Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), 11 de in ring; join with slip st to first de: 12 de. Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rad h 3, de in same st, 2 de in next de, ch 1, (2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 1) around; join with slip st to first de: 24 de. Rnd 3: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 2 de, 2 de in next d ch 2, % 2 de in next de, de in next 2 de, 2 de in next de, ct repeat from % around: join with slip st to first de: 36 de, Rnd 4: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 4 de, 2 de in next de, ch 3, * 2 dein next de, de in next 4 de, 2 de in next de, ch 3; repeat from % around; join with slip st to first de: 48 de. Rod th 3, de in same st and in next 6 de, 2 de in next de, ch 4, * 2 de in next de, de in next 6 de, 2 de in next de, ch 4; repeat from around; join with slip st to first de, finish off: 60 de. fragile than it looks! The hexagon motifs are worked separately and then stitched together. The afghan is edged with reverse half double crochets. ASSEMBLY Tollowing Placement Diagram and leaving comer ch-4 sps fre, \whipstitch Motis together forming stips (Fig. 28, page 140), then whipstitch strips together PLACEMENT DIAGRAM EDGING Rnd 1: With right side facing, join yarn with slip stn any de; ch 1, sein each de around working 4 se in each corner ch-4 sp and 2 s¢ in each sp at joinings; join with slip st to frst se Rnd 2: Gh 1, hdc in same st, ch 1, working from left to right, + skip next sc, work reverse lide in next sc (Figs. 20a-d, page 136), ch 1; repeat from + around: join with slip st to first he, finish off.BOLD APPEAL Lrresistibly soft, this luxurious. fringed han is fashioned with cuddly brushed mobair blend and durable worsted weight yarns, The textured teal and purple panels are worked in bold graduated stripes and accented with vertical rows of navy slip stitches. Finished Size: spproximately 49" x 65" MATERIALS: Worsted Weight Brushed Mohair Blend, approximately: Color A (Purple) - 14 ounces, (400 grams, 940 yards) Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately Color B (Teal) - 32 ounces, (910 grams, 2,835 yards) Color € (Navy) - 4 ounces, (110 grams, 270 yards) Crochet hooks, sizes J (6.00 mm) and. (9.00 mm) or sizes needed for gauge GAUGE: With smaller size hook and Color B 13 deand 7 rows = 4" With larger size hook and Color 4, 13 hde = Note: Fach row is worked across length of afghan, PATTERN STITCH SLANT ST Skip next 3 sts, trin next st, working behind tr just male, de in 3 skipped sts BODY Wilh larger size hook and Color A, ch 213 loosely. Row 1: Hde in third ch from hook (2 skipped chs count as first hde) and in each ch across: 212 hd. Row 2 (Right side): Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), turn; working in Back Loops Only (Fig. 22, ‘page 138), dc in next st, work Slant Sts ueross to ist 2 sts, de in last 2 sis: 52 Slant Sis Note: Loop 2 short piece of yarn around fast de to mark last row as right side and bottom. Row 3: Ch 2 (counts as first hde, now and throughout), turn; hdc in Front Loop Only of next st and in each st across: 22 hde, Rows 4-16: Repeat Rows 2 and 3, 6 times, then repeat Row 2 once more changing to Color B at end of Row 16 (Fig. 24a, page 138). Row 17: Using smaller size hook, ch 3, turn; dc in Front Loop Only of next st and in each st across. 16 Row 18: Ch 3, turn; de in Back Loop Only of next stand in each st across. Row 19: Ch 3, turn; de in both loops of next de and in each de 008. Rows 20-24: Repeat Rows 18 and 19 twice, then repeat ce more changing to Color A at end of Row 24. larger size hook, ch 2, tn; hde in both loops of next de and in each de across. Rows 26-33: Repeal Rows 2 and 3,4 times changing 10 Color B at end of Row 33. Rows 34-39: Using smaller size hook, repeat Rows 18 and 19, 3 times changing to Color A at end of Row 39. Rows 40-43: With larger size hook, repeat Rows 2 and 3, twice changing to Color B at end of Row 43. Rows 44-48: With smaller size hook, repeat Rows 18 and 19 twice, then repeat Row 18 once more changing to Color 4 at end of Row 48, Row 49: Repeat Row 25. Rows 50 and 541: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 changing o Color B at end of Row 51 Rows 52-54: Using smaller size hook, repeat Rows 18 and 19 once, then repeat Row 18 once more changing to Color & at, end of Row 54. Rows 55-60: Repeat Rows 49-54 Row 61: Repeat Row 25. Row 62: Repeat Row 2 changing to Color B in last de. Rows 63 and 64: Repeat Rows 17 and 18; at end of Row 64 finish off. Row 65: With right side facing, larger size hook, and working in oth loops, join Color A with slip st in first de; ch 3, de in next de, work Slant Sts across to last 2 de, de in last 2 de changing to Color B in last de. Row 66: Repeat Row 17; finish of Row 67: With wrong side facing, larger size hook, and working in both loops, join Color A with slip sti first de; ch 2, hide in next de and in each de across changing to Color B in last he. Rows 68-94: Using smaller size hook, repeat Rows 18 and 19, 13 times, then repeat Row 18 once more. Finish offSTRIPES With right side facing, l bottom to top on Row 17, hold Color G at back, insert hook from front to back in sp between first and second de, YO and pull up a loop, * skip next sp, insert hook in next sp, YO and. size hook, and working from Toosely draw through loop on hook; repeat from % across last de, slip st around post of last dc, ch 1, turn; sip st Loo in each slip st across inserting hook from top to bottom: finish off Repeat Stripe on Rows 34, 44, 52, 58, 68, 66, and 68, Add fringe w 5 strands of Color C, e 6 strands each of Color A and Color B, and h 19" long (Figs. 300 & b, page 140); atach matching color evenly spaced a of rows on both ends of afghan,(vFiLET RIPPLES Using two strands of yarn and a jumbo book makes it quick — and easy — to finish this pretty filet afghan. Worked in double crochets, a traditional ripple pattern gives the throw its lacy appeal. A simple scalloped edging borders the cozy coverlet. Finished Size: Approximately 48" x 62° MATERIALS, Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: MC (OfE-White) - 36 ounces, (1,020 grams, 2,100 yards) Color A (Green) - 12 ounces, (340 grams, 700 yards) Color B (Rose) - 10 ounces, (280 grams, 585 yards) Crochet hook, size P (10,00 mm) or size needed for gauge Note: Uintive Aghan is worked holding 2 strands of yarn together. GAUGE: 7 de = 3" In pattern, 1 repeat = 6" and 6 rows = 7" Gauge Swatch (12" x7") Ch 37 loosely. Rows 1-6: Work same as Body. Finish off. PATTERN STITCHES BEGINNING DECREASE ch 2, turn; skip next st, de in next de (counts as one de). DECREASE +0, insert hook in next st, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook +, skip next 3 sts, repeat from ¥ 10 F once, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one de) ENDING DECREASE + YO, insert hook in next st, YO and pull up a loop, YO and daw through 2 loops on hiook +, skip nest st, repeat from + 10 F once, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one de), BODY COLOR SEQUENCE, 4 Rows MC (Fig. 24a, page 138), * 1 row Color A, 1 row Color B, 4 rows MC; repeat from > throughout With MC, ch 157 Loosely Row 1: De in fith ch from hook (4 skipped chs count as first de plus ch 1), ch L, (skip next ch dein next eh, ch 1) twice, skip next ch, (de, ch 3, de) in next ch, 4 ch 1, (skip next ch, dc in next ch, ch 1) 3 times, skip next ch, decrease, 18 ch 1, (skip next ch, de in next ch, ch 1) 3 times, skip next ch, (de, ch 3, de) in next ch; repeat from & across to last 6 chs, ch 1, (skip next ch, de in next ch, ch 1) twice, skip next ch, (de, ch 1, de) in last ch: 73 de Row 2 (Right side): Work beginning decrease, (dc in next ch-1 sp, dein next de) 3 times, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, (de in next de, de in next ch-1 sp) 3 times, * decrease, (dec in next ch-1 sp, de in next de) 3 times, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, (de in next de, de in next ch-1 sp) 3 times repeat from % across (o lst 2 de, work ending decrease: 137 de Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right side Row 3: Work beginning decrease, ch 1, (skip next de, de in next de, ch 1) 4 times, (de, ch 3, de) ia next ch-3 sp, ch 1 (ac in next dc, ch 1, skip nest de) 3 times, % decrease, ch 1, (skip next de, de in next de, ch 1) 3 times, (de, ch 3, de) in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, (de in next de, ch 1, skip next de) 3 times; repeat from % across to last 3 de, work ending decrease: 73 de, Rows 4-52: Repeat Rows 2 and 3, 24 times, then repeat Row 2 once more. Finish off. EDGIN With right side facing, join Color A with slip st in first de; ch 1, sc in same st, skip next 2 de, 5 dc in next de, skip next 2 de, se in next de, skip next 2 de, 7 de in nest ch-3 sp, skip next 2 de, sc in next dc, + (skip next 2 de, 5 dc in next dc, skip next 2 de, sc in next dle) twice, skip next 2 dc, 7 de in next ch-3 sp, skip next 2 de, sein next de +, repeat from ¥ to + across to last 6 de, skip next 2 de, 5 de in next de, skip next 2 de, sc in last de; working in end of rows, (5 de, sc) in first cow, (5 de in next row, Sc in next row) across to last row, 7 de in last row; ‘working in unworked chs and in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138) and in ch-3 sps, se in frst ch, (skip next 2 chis, 5 de in next ch, skip next 2 chs, sc in next ch) twice, % skip next 2 chs, 7 de in next ch-3 sp, skip next 2 chs, sc in next ch, (skip next 2 chs, § de in next ch, skip next 2 chs, sc in next ch) twice; repeat from + 6 times more; working in end of rows, 7 de in frst ross, (sc in next row, 5 dc in next row) across fo last row, (sc, 5 de) in last row; join with slip st to first s¢ finish ofBROWN-EYED SUSANS Booming against a field of green, rows of brown-eyed Susans pay tribute to a favorite wildflower. Our lacy throw is worked in squares that are joined as you stiteb, and it Finished Size: Approximately 49° x 63 MATERIALS, ‘Worsted Weight Yarn, approsimately: MC (Green) - 16 ounces, (450 grams, 1,100 yards) Color A Brown) - 4 ounces, (110 grams, 275 yards) Color B (Gold) - 21 ounces, (600 grams, 1,440 yards) Crochet hook, size Hl (5.00 mm) or size needed for gauge GAUGE: One Square = 4/2" PATTERN STITCHES TR CLUSTER % YO twice, insert hook in same sp, YO and pull up loop, (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat fom % once more, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134). DC CLUSTER % YO, insert hook in st indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and drav through 2 loops on hook; repeat from 4 2 times more, YO and crave through all 4 loops on hook. FIRST SQUARE With Color A, eh 3; join with slip st to form a ring. Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 6 se in ring; join with slip sto Front Loop Only of first se (Fig. 22, page 138). Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side Rad 2: Working in Front Loops Only (de, slip st) in same st, (slips, de, lip st) in next se and in each se around pushing de to wrong side; join with slip st to frst slip st, finish of Rnd 3: With right side facing and working in free loops on Rnd 1 (Fig. 23a, page 138), join Color B with slip stin any s; ci1, 2 sein each se around! join with slip sto firs se: 12 sc Rad 4: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 3, (sc in next se, ch 3) around; join with slip stto first se: 12 ch-3 sps, Rnd 5: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 1, work (sc, ch 3, tr Cluster, cch3, sc) in same sp and in each ch-3 sp around; join with slip sto firsts, finish off: 12 Petals Rnd 6: With right side facing, join MC with sip stin top of say Petal; ch 1, sc in same st, ch 5, se in top of next Peta, ch 5, 20 's finished with a simple ruffled border. (work de Chuster, ch 5) twice in top of next Petal, + (se in top. of next Petal, ch 5) twice, (work de Cluster, ch 5) twice in top of next Petal; repeat from + around; join with slip st to fist sc, finish off ADDITIONAL SQUARES (Make 129) Work same as First Square through Rnd 5. ‘Work One-Sided or Two-Sided Joining to form 10 vertical strips of 13 Squares each, ONE-SIDED JOINING Rnd 6; With right side facing, join MC with slip st in top of any Petal; ch 1, sc in same st, ch 5, se in top of next Peta, ch 5, + (work de Cluster, ch 5) twice in top of next Petal, (se in top of next Petal, ch 5) twice +, repeat from + to + onice more, ‘work dc Cluster in top of next Peta, ch 2, with right side facing, sip sin any corner loop on previous Square, ch 2, ‘work de Cluster in same st on new Square, ch 2, slip stn next loop on previous Square, ch 2, (sein top of next Petal on ‘new Square, ch 2, slip tin next loop on previous Square, ch 2) twice, work de Cluster in top of next Petal on new Square, ch 2, slip stin next comer loop on previous Square, ch 2, work de Cluster in same st on new Square, ch 5; join with slip st to first se, finish off. ‘TWO-SIDED JOINING Rnd 6: With right side facing, join MC with slip st in top of any Petal; ch 1, sc in same st, ch 5, sc in fop of next Petal, ch 5, (vork de Cluster, ch 5) twice in top of next Petal, (sc in top of next Petal, ch 5) twice, * # work de Cluster in top of next Petal, ch 2, with ight side facing, slip st in comer loop on previous Square, ch 2, work de Cluster in same st on new Square #, ch 2, slip stin next loop on previous Square, ch 2, (se in top of next Petal on new Square, ch 2, slip st in next loop on previous Square, ch 2) twice; repeat from ¥ once more, then repeat from + to + once, ch 5; join with to frst sc, finish off BORDER Rnd 1: With right side facing, join MC with slip st in any comer ch-5 loop; ch 1, * (Sc, ch 3) twice in corner loop, (Se in next loop, cht 3) across to next corner loop; repeat from 4 around; join with slip sto frst seRnd 2: h 1, sc in same st, 3 sc in next ch-3 sp, (sc in next se, 3 sc in next ch-3 sp) around; join with slip st to first se finish off Rad 3: With wrong side facing, join Color B with sip st in same st as joining; ch 1, sc in same st, tr in next se, (sc in next Sc pushing tr to right sid, tr in next sc) around; join with slip st to first se, finish off Rnd 4: With right side facing, join MC with slip stn second se to left of joining; ch 1, sc in same st, ch 1, skip next tr, % (sc in next sc, ch 1, skip next tr) across to next corner sc, (sc, ch 1) twice in comer se, skip next tr; repeat from around; join with slip st to first se: 928 sts Rad 5: Ch 1, sc in same st, (ch 5, skip next 3 sts, se in next st) around to last 3 sis, ch 2, skip ast 3 sts, de in fist se to form last loop. Rnd 6: Ch 1, (se, ch5, sc) in same loop and in each Loop around; join with slip st to first se, finish offHANDSOME STRIPES Warm, rustic colors give this textured throw a strong masculine appeal. Worked in a single piece, it features stripes of eeru openwork and a blue chain that’s woven through the black double crochet stripes. The coordinating border is finished with an ample fringe. Finished Size: Approximately x63" MATERIALS Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately MG (Beige) - 26 ounces, (740 grams, 1,635 yarls) Color A (Rust) - 18 ounces, (510 grams, 1,130 yards) Color B (Black) - 10 ounces, (280 grams, 630 yards) Color € (Blue) - 3 ounces, (90 grams, 190 yards) Crochet hook, size I (5.50 mm) of size needed for gauge Yarn needle GAUGE: In pattern, 16 de = 4° and Rows 1-9 = 3) Not Bach row is worked across length of afghan PATTERN STITCH Ross ST Skip next 2 se, de in nest se, ch 1, working in front of last de made, de in fist skipped se (Fig. 1. BODY With Color A, ch 234 loosely, Row 1 (Right side): Se in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 233 se. Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right side. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in frst se, (tr in next sc, se in next se pushing tr to right side) across changing to Color B in last se (Fig. 24a, page 138). Row 3: Ch 1, tum; sc in each st across. Row 4: dein next sc and in each se across changing to Color 4 in last s. ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), turn; Row 5: Ch 1, turn; sc in each de across Row 6: Ch 1, turn; sein first sc, (tr in next se, sein next se) ging to MG in last se Row 7: Ch 1, turn; se in each st across. Row 8: Ch 3, tur; work Gross St across to last se, dc in lasts: 77 Gross Sts. Row 9: Ch 1, turn; sc in each de and in each ch-1 sp across; finish of 233 se. Row 10: With right side facing, join Color A with slip st in frst sc; cl 1, se in same st and in each se across. Rows 11-16: Repeat Rows 2-7. Row 17: Ch 3, turn; de in next sc and in each sc across. Row 18: Ch 8 (counts as first de plus ch 5, now and throughout), tum; (skip next 3 de, de in next 3 de, ch 5) across to last 4 dc, skip next 3 de, de in last de: 39 loops. Rows 19 and 20: Ch 8, turn; (dc in next 3 de, ch 5) across to last de, de in last de Row 21: Ch 6 (counts as first de plus ch 3, now and throughout), turn; se around ch-5 loops of previous 3 rows, ch 3, * dein next 3 de, ch 3, se around ch-5 loops of previous 3 rows, ch 3; repeat from 9 across to last de, de in last de. Row 22: Ch 6, urn; (de in next 3 de, ch 3) across to last de, dc in last de. Row 23: Ch 3, turn; de in next ch and in each ch and de across changing to Color A in last de: 233 de. Row 24: Ch I, turn; sc in each de across. Rows 25-125: Repeat Rows 2-24, 4 times, then repeat Rows 2-10 once more. Rows 126-129: Repeat Rows 2-5. Row 130: Ch 1, turn; sc in first se, (tr in next se, se in next se) across finish off BORDER Row 1: With right sie facing and working in end of rows, join, Color A with slip stin first row; ch 1, work 187 sc evenly spaced acro Rows 2-7: Repeat Rows 2-7 of Body, Row 8: Ch 1, turn; se in first sc, (ch 3, skip next 2 se, se in next s¢) across; finish off: 62 ch-3 sps. Repeat on other end.Repeat Trim for each Color B stripe Add fringe using 6 strands of MC, each 17 of Color B stripe, With ve end of cl page 140); attach in each ch-3 sp across both ends of afghan: through stripe, adjusting chs as necessary finish off Secure ends on wronPRETTY IN PEACH Pretty as a peach, this cozy afeban uses double crochets and simple shell stitches to create a pattern of alternating columns and vertical arches. The throw is finished with a lattice edging of single erochets and chains and enhanced with a tasseled fringe. Finished Size: Approximately 48° x 64" MATERIALS. Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: 44 ounces, (1,250 grams, 2,565 yards) Crochet hook, size K (6.50 mm) or size needed for gauge GAUGE: BODY Ch 146 loosely. Row 1: De in fourth ch from hook and in nest 3 chs, (ch 2, skip next 2 cs, dc in next 10 chs) across to last 7 chs, ch 2 skip next 2 chs, din last 5 chs: 12 ch-2 sps Row 2 (Right side): Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), turn; de in next 2 de, skip next 2 de, (tr, 4 de, tr) in next ch-2 sp, % skip nexi 2 dc, de in next 6 de, skip next 2 de, (tr, 4de, tr) in next ch-2 sp; repeat from > across to Hast, 5 sl, ship next 2 de, dc in last 3 sis, Note: Loop shor piece of yarn around any site to mark last row as right side, Row 3: Ch 3, turn; de in next de, skip next de, 2 de in sp before nest tr, skip next 2 sts, de in next de, ch 2, dein nest dc, skip next 2 st, 2 dein sp before next dc, % skip next de, dc in next 4 de, skip next de, 2 de in sp before next tr, skip next 2 sts, dc in next de, ch 2, de in next de, skip next 2 sts, 2.de in sp before next de; repeat from % across to last 3 de, skip next de, de in last 2 de. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until Afghan measures approximately 611A", ending by working Row 2. 2 de and 7 rows Last Row: Ch 3, turn; de in next 2 de, hide in next tr, sc in next 4 de, hdc in next tr, % de in next 6 de, hde in next ty, se in next 4 de, hd in next tr; repeat from + across to last 3 de, de in last 3 de; do not finish off: 144 sts EDGING ‘TOP Row 1: Ch 5, tum; skip next de, s¢ in next de, (ch 5, skip next 2 ss, se in next st) across to last 3 sts, ch 2,8 de in Tast de to form last loop: 48 loops. Row 2: Ch 1, tur; sc in same loop, (ch 5, sc in next loop) across; finish ofl BOTTOM Row 1: With right side facing and working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138), join yam with slip stin first ch; ch 5, skip next ch, se in next ch, (ch 5, skip next 2 chs, sc in next ch) across to last 3 chs, ch 2, skip next 2 chs, de in last ch to form last loop: 48 loops. Row 2: Ch 1, tara; sc in same loop, (ch 5, se in next loop) finish off hip next 2 ts, across Add fringe using 6 strands, exch 11” long (Figs. 30a & b, age 140); attach in each loop across both ends of afghan.all through the house Displayed throughout your home, handmade accents are more than just decorative pieces, they're expressions of your individual style. The unique designs we've included here are sure to inspire lots of new ideas for adding warm personal touches all through the house — from a flower-strewn boudoir to a beachside bath. So go ahead, brighten your decor with crochet! = LIVING ROOM Ada old-fashioned elegance to the living room with these lacy ai ir is especially inciting when cushioned with plump pious. These pretty tbrow pillows are crocheted with two strands of bedspread weight cotton thread. Coordinating coasters are quick-to-stiteh projects that help unify your decor. (Opposite) Draped over a round accent table, our beautiful topper features the ever-popular pineapple pattern. TkPINEAPPLE TABLE TOPPER Finished Size: Approximately 36" in diameter MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 540 yards Steel crochet hook, size 6 (1.80 mm) or size needed for gauge GAUGE: Rnds 1-4 PATTERN STITCHES BEGINNING SHELL Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), (de, ch 2, 2 de) in same sp ‘SHELL (2De, ch 2, 2 de) in sp indicated DECREASE (uses next 2 de) YO, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + once more, YO and drav through all 3 loops on hook (counts ‘as one dc). BEGINNING TR CLUSTER (uses first 4 de) h 3, # YO twice, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a Joop, (¥0 and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat from % 2 times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook (Figs. 11a & b, page 134). ‘TR CLUSTER (uses next 4 de) YO tuvce, insert hook in next dc, YO and pull up « loop, (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat from % 3 times more, YO and draw through all 5 loops on hook, ‘DC CLUSTER (uses next 4 de) + YO, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a loop, YO and dravy through 2 loops on hook; repeat from > 3 times more, YO and dravy through all 5 loops on hook BODY Ch 3s join with slip co form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 10 sc in ring; join with slip se t0 first se. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, (ch 3, sc in next sc) around, ch 1, Fade in first se to form last sp: 10 sps Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) around; join with slip st to first se. Rad 4: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, work beginning Shell, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, (work Shell in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, sc in nest ch-3 sp, ch 3) around; join with slip st to first de: 5 Shells 28 Rnd 5: Slip st in next de and in next ch-2 sp, work beginning Shell, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, 4 work Shell in next Shell (ch-2 sp), ch 3, (Sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice; repeat from + around; join with slip st to first de Rand 6: Sip st in next de andl in next ch-2 sp, work beginning Shell, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, % work Shell in next Shell, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times; repeat from > around; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 7: Ch 3, de in same st, 2 dc in next de, ch 3, (de, ch 3) twice in next ch-2 sp, 2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, % 2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, (de, ch 3) twice in next ch-2 sp, 2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, skip nest ch- sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice; repeat from + around; join with slip st co first de Rud 8: Ch 3, dein nest 3 de, % + ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, de in nest ch-3 sp, (eh 1, de) 9 times in same sp, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, de in next 4 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, se in next cir3 sp, ch 3, de in next 4 de; repeat from % 3 times more, then repeat from + to # once; join with sip sto first de Rnd 9: (i 3, 2 dein each of next 2 de, de in next de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 9 times, skip next ch-3 sp, dc in next, de, 2 de in each of next 2 de, # de in next 2 de, 2 de in each of next 2 de, de in next de, ch 3, (9c in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 9 times, skip next ch-3 sp, dc in next de, 2 de in each of next 2 de; repeat from % around to last de, de in last de; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 10: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, ch 3, skip next eh-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 8 times, # (de in next 6 de, ch 3) twice, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 8 times; repeat from > around to last 6 de, de in hast 6 de, eh 3; join with slip stto first de. Rnd 11: Ch 3, dein next 5 de, ch 3, skip next eh-3 sp, (sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 7 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, sc in next cch-3 sp, ch 3, % de in next 6 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 7 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, sc in next cche3 sp, eb 3; repeat from around join with slip st frst dc Rnd 12: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, ch 3, skip nest ch- sp, (Sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 6 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, + de in next 6 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (Ge in nest eh-3 sp, ch 3) 6 mes, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) iice; repeat from 9 around: join with slip stto first de. 3: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, ch 3, skip next ch-$ sp, (se in sp, ch 3) 5 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, * de in next 6 dc, ch 3, skip next ch sp, (Sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times; repeat from 9 around; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 14: Ch 3, * + decrease twice, de in next de, ch 3, skip next cle sp, (se in next cht-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, de in next de,decrease twice, de in next de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times f, de in next de; repeat from % 3 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to first de, Rnd 15: Ch 3, de in next 3 de, * # ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, de in next 4 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, work Shell in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice +, de in next 4 de; repeat from % 3 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to frst de Rnd 16: Ch 3, de in nest 3 de, % + ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (Gc in nest ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, de in next 4 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, sip next ch-3 sp, de in next 2 de, €h 3, (de, ch 3) twice in next ch-2 sp, de in next 2 de, ch 3 skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice #, de in next 4 de; repeat from + 3 times more, then repeat from + to + ‘once; join with slip sto first de Rnd. 17: Ch 2, dein next de, decrease, % % ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, scin next ch-} sp, ch 3, decrease twice, ch 3, (sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, de in next 2 de, ch 3, skip next cch-3 sp, dc in next ch-3 sp, (elt 1, de) 4 times in same sp, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, de in nest 2 dc, ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, (6c in neat ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice +, decrease twice; repeat from 4 3 times more, then repeat from + to + once; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip sto first de. Rnd 18: Work beginning tr Cluster, + ch 5, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5) twice, de in next 2 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-I sp, ch 3) 4 times, skip next ch-3 sp, de in next 2 dc, ch 5, skip next ch-3 sp #, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 5) twice, work tr Cluster; repeat from 4 3 times more, then repeat from + to + once, Sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, de in top of beginning tr Cluster to form last loop Rnd 19: Ch 1, scin same loop, ch 10, (sein next loop, ch 10) twice, dein next 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next che3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, de in next 2 de, ch 10, % skip next loop, (sc in nest loop, ch 10) 4 times, de in next 2 de, ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-5 sp, ca 3) 3 times, de in next 2 de, ch 10; repeat from + around to last 2 loops, skip next loop, sc in last loop, ch 5, dr in first sc to form last loop. Rnd 20: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 10, (sc in next loop, ch 10) 8 times, de in next 2 de, ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, (Se in next ch-3 9p, ch 3) tvice, dein next 2 dc, ch 10, (se in next loop, ch 10) 5 times, dc in next 2 de, ch 3, skip next eh-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, de in next 2 de, ch 10; repeat from % around t0 lst loop, sc in last loop, ch 5, dt in frst se to form last loop Rnd 21: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 10, (sc in next loop, ch 10) 4 times, de in next 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, de in nest 2 de, ch 10, + (sc in next loop, ch 10) 6 times, dein next 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, dein next 2 de, ch 105 repeat from > around to last loop, sc in last loop, ch 5, dtr in first se to form last loop. Rnd 22: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 10, (sc in next loop, ch 10) 5 times, work de Cluster, ch 10, % (se in next loop, ch 10) 7 mes, work de Cluster, ch 10; repeat from > around to las loop, sc in last loop, ch 5, dtr in first sc to form last loop: 40 loops. Rnd 23: Ch 1, se in same loop, (ch 10, sc in next loop) around, ch 8, hdc ia first se wo form last loop. Rnd 24: Ch 1, se in same loop and in next loop, (ch 3, se) 5 times in same loop, sc in next loop; repeat from + around, (ch 3, sc) 4 times in same loop, ch 1, hie in first sc to form last sp: 200 sp. Rnd 25: Ch 1, se in same sp, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) around; join with slip st to firsts. Rnds 26-30: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) arounds join with slip sto Bist se Rnd 31: Slip tin first ch-3 sp, work beginning Shel, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 9 times, * work Shell in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, (Sc in next cl-$ sp, cl 3) 9 nes; repeat from > around; join with slip st to first de: 20 Shells Rnd 32: Slip st in next de and in next ch-2 sp, work beginning Shell, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 10 times, * work Shell in next Shell, ch 3, (Sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 10 times; repeat from % around; join with slip sto first de. Rnd 33: Ch 3, de in same st, 2 dc in next de, # + ch 3, (de cch 3) twice in next ch-2 sp, 2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 9 times #, 2 de in each of next 2 de; repeat from % 18 times more, then repeat from + 10 + once; join with slip stto first de Rnd 34: Ch 3, de in next 3 de, + + ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, dc in next ch-3 sp, (ch 1, de) 9 times in same sp, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, dc in next 4 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 8 times +, dein next 4 de; repeat from + 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip stto first de. Rnd 35: Ch 3, + 2-de in each of next 2 de, de in next de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-l sp, ch 3) 9 times, skip next ch-3 sp, de in next dc, 2 de in each of next 2 de, de in next de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 7 dimes +, dle in next de; repeat from 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once: join with slip st to first de. Rnd 36: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, # + ch 5, skip nest ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 8 times, dein next 6 dc, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 6 times #, de in next 6 de; repeat from + 18 times more, then repeat from + 10 + once; join with slip stto first de. Rnd 37: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, % + ch 3, skip next cht sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 7 times, de in nest 6 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times #, de in next 6 de; repeat from + 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip stto first de Continued on page 44 29Create a relaxing baven from the cares of the day by decorating your bathroom in seaside splendor. (Below) Comb every beach, and you still won't find a treasure as lovely as our shell- shaped rug! This fast-to-finish floor covering is stitched with tbree strands of long-wearing worsted weight yarn. (Opposite) Crocheted using fabric strips, a scallop-edged basket is perfect _for holding bath-time essentials, Satin ribbons woven through the eyelet rounds are sweet Jinishing touches for our jar toppers, The delicate covers are worked using bedspread weight cotton thread. A coordinating edging turns a plain linen hand towel into a pretty accessory.|v SHELL JAR TOPPER MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 65 yards each Steel crochet book, size 6 (1.80 mm) or size needed for gauge 31/0 Jar lid ring ¥fs yard of "ribbon for each, GAUGE: Rnds 1-4 = 15/4" Ch 5; join with slip sto form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 6 se in ring; join with slip st to frst se Rnd 2: Ch 4, de in same st, ch 1, (de, ch 1) twice in next se and in each se around; join with sip st to third ch of beginning ch-4: 12 ch-1 sps. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 3, (sc in next de, ch 3) around: join with slip sto frst sc: 12 ch sps Rnd 4: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), 4 dc in same sp, ch 2, sc in next ch-3 sp ch 2, 5 de in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 2; repeat from + arounds join with slip so first de: 30 de. Rad 5: Ch 3, 2 de in each of next 4 de, ch 1, (de in nest de, 2 de in each of next 4 de, ch 1) around; join with slip stto first de: 54 de Rnd 6: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 7 de, 2 de in next de, ch 1, (2 de in nest de, de in next 7 de, 2 de in next de, ch 1) around; join with slip sto first de: 66 de. Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 3, (skip next de, se in next de, ch 3) 4 times, % skip next de, sc in next 2 de, ch 3, (skip nest de, cin next de, ch 3) 4 times; repeat from % around (0 kst 2 de, skip next de, sc in last de; join with slip st to first sc: 30 ch-3 sps. Rnd 8: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch. next ch-3 sp, ch 3) arounds join with slip sto first se Rnd 9: Slip sti frst ch-3 sp, ch 3,2 de in same sp, 3 de in next ch-3 sp and in each ch-3 sp around; join with slip st to first de: 90 de Rnds 10 and 11: Ch 3, de in next de and in each de around, join with slip st to first de Rnd 12 (Eyelet end): Ch 5 (counts as first de plus ch 2, now and throughout), skip next 2 de, (de in next de, ch 2, skip nest 2 de) around; join with sip stto fist de: 30 de. Rnd 13: Ch 5, de in next de, ch 2, (dc, ch 2) twice in next de, 4 (dein next de, ch 2) twice, (alc, ch 2) twice in next de; repeat from % around; join with slip stto first de: 40 de Rnd 14: Ch 3, 4 dein same st, ch 3, skip next dc, (se in next de, ch 3) 5 times, skip next de, * 5 de in next de, ch 3, skip nest de, (sc in next de, cht 3) 5 times, skip next de; repeat from + around; join with slip so first de: 5 5-de groups. 52 Rnd 15: Ch 3, de in same st, 2 de in each of next 4 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, %* 2 dein each of next 5 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times; repeat from % around; join with slip st to first de: 50 de Rnd 16: Ch 3, 2 de in next de, (de in next de, 2 de in next de) 4 times, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (Se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, % (dc in next de, 2 dc in next de) 5 times, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (Se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times; repeat from 4 around; join with slip st to first de: 75 de Rnd 17: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 3 de, 2 de in next de, (cin nest 4 de, 2 de in next de) twice, ch 1, skip next ch-3 sp, ssc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, 2 de in next dc, de in next 3 de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 4 de, 2 de in next de) twice, ch 1, skip next ch-3 sp, se in next ch-3 sp ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1; repeat from * around; join with slip st to first de: 95 de. Rad 18: Ch 1, sc in same st, (ch 3, skip next de, sc in next de) 9 times, ch 1, (sc, ch 3, sc) in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, * sc in next de, (ch 3, skip next de, sein next de) 9 times, ch 1, (se, eh 3, sc) in next ch-3 sp, ch I; repeat from % around; join with slip st to first sc, finish off See Washing and Blocking, page 140. Weave ribbon through Eyelet rnd; place Topper over jar lid ring and tie ends in a bow to secure ().*stteu BASKET Finished Size: Approximately 10" long x 5" wide x 4” high MATERIALS: 100% Cotton Fabric, 44/45" wide, approximately 3 yards Crochet hook, size N (9.00 mm) or size needed for gauge Prepare fabric and tear into 1'2" strips (see Preparing Fabric Strips and Joining Fabric Strips, page 139). GAUGE: 6 de = 3 Ch 13 loosely. Rnd 1 (Right side): 6 De in fourth ch from hook, de in next 8 chs, 7 de in last ch; working in free loops of heginning ch, (Fig. 23b, page 138), de in next 8 chs, join with slip st to top. of beginning ch: 30 sts. Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), dc in same st, 2 de in each of next 7 de, de in next 6 de, 2 de in each of next 9 dc, dc in next 6 de, 2 de in fast de; join with slip stto first de: 48 de Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in Back Loop Only of each de around (Fig. 22, page 138); join with slip sto first seRnd 4: Ch 3, dc in both loops of next se and in each se around join with slip st to first de, Rnd 5: Ch 1, sein each de around; join with slip st to first se. Rnd 6: Ch 3, 4 de in same st, ch 1, skip nest 2 sc, slip st in nest sc, ch 1, sip next 2 sc, #5 de in next sc, ch 1, skip nest 2, slip stin next sc, ch 1, skip next 2 se; repeat from around; join with slip sto first de, finish off Lower Edging: With right side facing, top of Basket toward you, and working in free loops on Rnd 2 (Fig. 234, page 138), join fabric with slip st in any st; slip st in each st around: join With slip st to first slip st, fish of (jy. sine ‘TOWEL EDGIN Finished Size: Approximately 154 wide MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 40 yards Steel crochet hook, size 6 (1.80 mm) or size needed for gauge Linen - 14" x 18'/2" Straight pins Sewing needle and thread GAUGE: De, (ch 1, de) 12 times = 4 Ch 149 loosely. Row 1 (Right side): De in eighth ch from hook (7 skipped chs count as first de plus ch 2), (ch 2, skip nest 2 chs, de in next ch) across: 48 sp. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in first de, ch 3, (sc in next de, ch 3) twice, skip next de, 5 de in nest de, ch 3, % skip next de, (sein next dc, ch 3) 5 times, skip next de, 5 de in next de, ch 3 repeat from across to last 4 dc, skip next de, sein next de, (ch 3, sc in next de) twice: 6 5-de groups. Row 3: Ch 6, tum; ship fist ch-3 sp, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2 de in each of next5 dc, ch 3, ¥ skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next chie3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, 2 de in each of next 5 de, ch 3; repeat from % across to last 3 ch-3 sps, skip next ch-3 sp, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, de in last se Row 4: Ch 1, turn; sc in first dc, ch 3, (dc in next de, 2 d next dc) 5 times, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in n ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, (dein next dc, 2 de in nest de) 5 times, ch 3; repeat from % across to last 2 sps, skip next sp, se in third ch of beginning ch-6 Row 5: Ch 1, turn; se in first se, ch 3, 2 de in next de, de in next 3 de, 2 de in next de, (dc in next 4 de, 2 de in next de) twice, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2 de in next de, de in next 3 de, 2 de in next de, (de in nest 4de, 2 de in next de) twice, ch 3 4 acr0ss 10 last ch-3 sp, skip ast ch-3 sp, se Row 6: Ch 1, turn; se in first se, eh 1, se in next de, (ch 3, skip next de, sc in next dc) 9 times, ch 1, * sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, sc in nest de, (ch 3, skip next de, se in next de) 9 times, ch 1 repeat from * across to last ch-3 sp, skip last ch-3 sp, se in ast se; finish off Lower Edging: With right side facing and working over beginning ch, join thread with slip tin first ch-2 sp; ch 1, (Se, ch 3, se) in same sp and in each ch-2 sp across; finish off FINISHING See Washing and Blocking, page 140. Make a '/:" hem on each side of linen. Using photo as a guide for placement, pin Edging along hem Line on right side of nen and sew in place. (juste RUG Finished Size: Approximately 22" x 27” MATERIALS: Worsted Weight Yara, approximately MC (Clay) - 9 ounces, (260 grams, 615 yards) GC (Hera) - 5 ounces, (140 grams, 345 yards) Crochet hook, size N (9.00 mm) or size needed for gauge Note: Rug is worked holding 2 strands of MC and 1 strand of CC together, GAUGE: In pattern, 7 sis and 6 rows = 4" PATTERN STITCHES FRONT POST TREBLE CROCHET (abbreviated FPir) YO twice, insert hook from front to back around post of st indicated, YO and pull up a loop even with last st worked, (VO and dray through 2 loops on hook) 3 times (Fig. 13, page 135). Skip st behind FPtr FRONT POST SIN¢ CROCHET (abbreviated FPsc) Insert hook from front to back around post of st indicated, YO and pull up «loop even with kist st worked, YO and draw through both loops on hook. Skip st behind FPse. Ch 13 loosely. Row 1 (Right side): 2 De in fourth ch from hook and in each of next 3 chs, de in next 2 chs, 2 dc in each of last 4 chs: 19 sts Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right side, Continued on page 43.FOR THE BEDROOM A garden retreat awaits with these pretty pansy accents for the bedroom. (Below) Our floral fantasy afeban is enbanced with three-dimensional flowers. Stitched witb worsted weight yarn, the snuggly throw is worked in motifs and then crocheted together. (Opposite) Featuring the charm of a woven basket, our boutique tissue box cover is abloom with pansies. The dainty sachet, worked in bedspread weight cotton thread, offers a lovely way to sweeten the air.PANSY GARDEN AFGHAN Finished Size: Approximately 48° x 74" MATERIALS Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately MG (White) - 45 ounces, (1,280 grams, 2.545 yards) Color 4 (Lilac) - 22 ounces, (620 grams, 1,245 yards) Color B (Green) - 15% ounces, (50 grams, 100 yards) Color C (Black) - 1 ounce, (30 grams, 55 yards) Color D (Yellow) - 15 yards Crochet hook, size G (4.00 mm) or size needed for gauge GAU ine Motif = 7" (from straight edge to straight edge) PATTERN STITCHES BEGINNING CLUSTER Ch 2, % YO, insert hook in st or sp indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from. 4 once more, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134). CLUSTER + YO, insert hook in stor sp indicated, YO and pull up a Toop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + 2 times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook: PICOT Ch, sc in fourth ch from hook MOTIF A (stake 25) With Color C, ch 4; join with slip st to form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), 2.de in ring, (ch 3, 3 de in ring) 3 times changing to Color D in last de worked (Fig. 244, page 138), ch, se around ring in sp between second and third de groups (Fig. 1), ch 5; join with slip st to first de, finish off Hig. 1 Note: Loop a short plece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side. a" Rad 2: Wi right side facing, join Color A with slip st in first cl loop; ch 1, in same loop work [se, eh 4, de, eh 1, (tr, ch 1) 7 times, de, ch 4, sc], se in next se, in next loop work Isc, ch 4, de, ch 1, (1x, ch 1) 7 times, de, ch 4, se), skip next de, se in next de, skip next de, #€ Gd, ch 1, 5 de) in next 1-3 sp, skip next de, sc in next de, skip next de; repeat from ‘& 2 times more; join with slip st to first se: 5 Petals. Rad 3: Ch 3, (se in next sp, ch 3) 10 times, skip next se, next se, ch 3, (se in next sp, ch 3) 10 times, slip st in next se, sc in next se, ch 4, keeping Petals to front, (sc in next sc, ch 4) 3 times, working in sts of Rnd 2, (slip st in center tr of next Petal, ch 4) tice; join with slip st to se between Petals finish off: 6 ch-4 sps. Rnd 4: With right side facing, join Color B with slip stin same stas joining; [ch 8 loosely, sc in third cl from hook, de in next ch, trin last 4 chs (Leaf made), slip st in nest ch sp, cch 3, slip stin next ch-4 sp, (Work Lea, slip st in nest ch-4 sp) ish off: 3 Leaves. Rnd 5: With right side facing and keeping Leaves to front, join ‘MC with slip st in same ch-4 sp as last slip st; ch 1, 8 sc in same sp and in next 3 ch-4 sps, (working in next ch-4 sp, 4 se on ‘each side of slip st) vice (Fig. 2); join with slip st to first se: 48 sc. in Rnd 6: Ch 5 (counts as first de plus ch 2, now and throughout), dc in same st, ch 1, (skip next se, de in nest se, ch 1) 3 times, skip next se, % (Ue, ch 2, de) in next se, et 1, skip next sc, (de in next sc, ch 1, skip next sc) 3 times; repeat from * around; join with slip st to first de: 30 de. Rnd 7: Slip stin first ch-2 sp, ch 3, de in same sp and in next de, (€c in next ch-1 sp and in next de) 4 times, * (ae, ch 2, de) in next ch-2 sp, de in next de, (de in next ch-1 sp and in next dc) 4 times; repeat from around; join with slip st to first de: 66 de. Rad 8: Slip stin first ch-2 sp, work (beginning Cluster, ch 2, Cluster) in same sp, ch 2, (skip next 2 de, work Cluster in next dc, ch 2) 3 times, skip next 2 de, % (work Cluster, ch 2) evice in next ch-2 sp, (skip nest 2 de, work Cluster in next de, ch 2) 3 times, skip next 2 de; repeat from + around; join with slip st to top of beginning Cluster, finish off 30 Clusters.Rad 9: With right side facing join Color 4 with slip tin first PLACEMENT DIAGRAM ch-2 sp; ch 1, 3 ¢ in same sp, sein next Cluster, (2 se in next ch-2 sp, se in nest Cluster) 4 times, # 3 se in next ch-2 sp, Sc in next Cluster, (2 sc in next ch-2 sp, se in next Cluster) 4 times; repeat from + around; join with slip stto fist sc, finish of 96 sc MOTIF B (Make 42) With MC, ch 5; join with slip st to form a ring, Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 3, 17 de in ring; join with slip stto first de: 18 de. Note: Mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: Work (beginning Cluster, ch 2, Cluster) in same st, ch 2, skip next 2 de, # (work Cluster, ch 2) twice in next de skip next 2 dc; repeat from + around; join with slip sto wp of beginning Cluster: 12 Clusters. Rnd 3: Slip stin first ch-2 sp, ch 1, 3 sc in same sp, sc in next Cluster, @ sc in next ch-2 sp, sc in next Cluster) around; join with slip st to frst sc: 48 Rad 4: Slip st in nest sc, ch 5, de in same si, ch 1, (Skip next s¢, dc in next sc, ch 1) 3 times, skip next se, % (de, ch 2, de) in next sc, ch 1, (Skip next sc, de in next se, ch 1) 3 times, skip next se; repeat from % around: join with slip stto first de: 30 de. ‘Rnds 5-7: Work same as Motif A, Rnds 7-9. ASSEMBLY Following Placement Diagram and placing each Motif A with Pansies facing the same direction, join Motifs together forming strips as follows With right sides together, matching sis and working tarough Cotside loops of both thicknesses, join Color A with sip stn any corner sc; ch 1, se in same st and in each st across to next corner sc; finish of Join strips in same manner EDGING Rad 1: With right side facing and working in Back Loops Only, join Color A with slip st in any corner se; ch 1, 3 sc in same st, sc in each se around working 3 sc in each corner se; join with slip st to first sc, finish of Rnd 2: With right side facing, join MC with slip stn any corner sc; ch 7, sc in fourth ch from hook, (de, work Picot, de) in same st, skip nest 2 sc, {(de, work Picot, de) in next se, skip nest 2 se} across to nest corner se, & de in corner sc, (work Picot, de) twice in same st, skip next 2 sc, [(de, work Picot, de) in next sc, skip nest 2 sc] across to next corner se; repeat from ¥ around; join with slip st to third ch of beginning ch-7, finish off. oTPANSY BASKET TISSUE COVER MATERIALS Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: MC (Brown) - 1/2 oumees, (40 grams, 85 yards) GC (Green) - 1 ounce, (30 grams, 55 yards) Sport Weight Yarn, approximately Color 4 (lilac) -/ ounce, (20 grams, 75 yards) Color B (Green) - 16 yards Color € (Blick) - 7 yards Color D (Yellow) -2 yards Crochet hooks, size G (2.75 mm) and size G (4.00 mm) or sizes needed for gauge Ribbon bow Yarn needle 2-16" lengths of 22 gauge wire GAUGE: With larger size hook, 8 se and 8 rows = Pansy = 21/2" COVER, i larger size hook and CC, ch 20 loosely: being careful not to «ist ch, join with slip sto form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, sc in first 4 chs, 3 sc in next ch, (sc in next 4 chs, 3 sc in next ch) around; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138): 28 sc. Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: Sc in next 5 se, 3 sc in next sc, (sc in next 6 sc, 3 se in next sc) 3 times, sc in next 16 Se. Rnd 3: Sc in next 7 sc, 3 sc in next sc, (sc in next 8 sc, 3 sc in next sc) 3 times, sc in next sc: 44 sc Rad 4: Sc in next 9 sc, 3 se in next sc, (se in next 10 se, 3 sc in next se) 3 times, se in next 12 SC Rnd 5: Sc in next 11 sc, 3 sc in next sc, (se in next 12 sc, 3 Sc i next sc) 3 times, sc in next se: 60 sc Rnd 6; Sc in next 13 sc, 3 sc in next sc, (sc in next 14 sc, 3 sc in next sc) 3 times, sc in next se: 68 se. Rnd in next 15 sc, 2 se in next sc, (sc in next 16 se, 2 sc in next sc) 3 times, sc in next sc: 72 se. Rnds 8-15: Sc in each se around; at end of Rnd 15, change to MC in last se (Fig. 24a, page 138). Rnd 16: Sc in each sc around; remove marker, slip st in next se. Rnd 17 (Edging): Ch 2 (counts as first he, now and throughout), turn; working in Back Loops Only (Fig. 22, ‘page 138), lulc in next se and in each se around join with slip sto first hde. Rad 18: Ch 1, working from left to right, work reverse se in each st around (Figs. 19a-d, page 136); join with slip st to first st finish off 38 Rnd 19: Fold Rdging toward work. With right side facing and ‘working in free loops on Rnd 16 (Fig. 23a, page 138), join (MC with slip st in an h 2, hdc in next se and in each sc around; join with slip st to first hdc. Rnds 20 and 21: Ch 1, work FPhide around first 4 sis (Fig. 14, page 135), work BPhde around next 4 sts (Fig. 15, page 1: 4 work FPhde around next 4 sts, work BPhde around next 4.sts; repeat from + around; join with slip st to first FPhde Rnds 22 and 23: Ch 1, work BPhdc around first 4 sts, work Fhde around next 4 sts, 4 work BPhde around next 4 sts, work FPhdc around nest 4 sts; repeat from > around; join with slip sto fitst BPhde. Repeat Rnds 20-23 once or until sides measure approximately 514° from Rnd 7, Last Rnd: Slip st in each st around: join with slip tto fist st, finish off. HANDLE Using larger size hook and MC, ch 58 loosely. Row 1 (Right side): Hae in third ch from hook and in each ch across: 57 sts. Note: Mark last row as right side Row 2: Ch 1, do not turn; working from left to right and working over wire (Fig. 25, page 138), work reverse sc in each hde across; finish off leaving a long end for sewit Row 3: With right side facing, working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138) and working over second ‘ire, join MC with slip tin rst ch on lef; ch 1, work reverse sc in same st and in each st across; finish off leaving a long end for sewing Bend wires on each end to wrong side. PANSY (Make 5) With Color G and using smaller size hook, ch 4; join with slip st to form ating. Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 2, 2 hdc in ring, (ch 3, 3 hde in ring) 3 times changing (0 Color D in last hdc worked, ch 5, sc around ring in sp between second and third hale groups (Fig. 1, page 16), ch 5; join with slip st to first hde, finish off. Note: Mark last round as Rnd 2: With eight side facing, join Golor A with slip sin first clr loop; ch 1, [se, ch 3, hde, ch 1, (de, ch 1) 6 times, hde, ch 3, sc] in same loop and in next loop, skip next hde, se in next hde, * (4 hdc, ch 1, 4 hdc) in next ch-3 sp, skip next hdc, sc in next hdc, skip next hde; repeat from 4 around; join with slip stto first se Edging: Ch 3, (sc in nest sp, ch 3) 9 times, skip next sc, sc in next sc, (ch 3, se in nest sp) 9 times, sip st in next sc finish ofLEAF (Make 15) With Color B and using smaller size hook, ch 8 Loosely; se in third ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dein last 4 chs finish off leaving a long end for sewing FINISHING Using photo asa guide for placement, sew Handle to sides of Cover sliding ends of wire through sides of Cover. ‘Sew Pansies and Leaves to Cover as desired. Add bow to Handle. (\wchtansy SACHET Finished Size: Approximately 5° in diameter MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately MC (White) - 45 yards Color & (Lilac) - 22 yards Color B (Green) - 2 yards Color C (Black) - 1 yard Color D (Yellow) - '/2 yard Steel crochet hook, size 6 (1.80 mm) or size needed for gauge ‘Ys yard of ¥/" ribbon Cotton balls or polyester ibecil ‘Tapestry needle Scented oil GAUGE: Front or Back, Rds 1-3 = 142" PATTERN STITCHES BEGINNING CLUSTER Ch 2, % YO, insert hook in st or sp indicated, YO and pull up loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + orice more, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134) CLUSTER % YO, insert hook inst or sp indicated, YO and pull up a Joop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from % 2times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook FRONT Work same as Pansy Afghan Motif A, page 36, through Rnd 9; at end of Rnd 9, do not finish off Rad 10 (Eyclet rnd): Slip st in next se, ch 5, de in same st, ch I, skip next sc, (dc in next sc, ch 1, skip next se) 7 times, (dc, ch 2, 40) in next sc, ch 1, skip next sc, (de in next sc, ch I, skip next sc) 7 times; repeat from 4 around; join with slip st to frst de: 54 ps. Rnd 11: Slip st in next ch-2 sp, ch 1, 3 sc in same sp, scin nest de, (sc in next ch-1 sp and in next dc) across to next ch-2 sp, # 3 sc in next ch-2 sp, sc in next de, (se in next ch-1 sp and in next de) across to next ch-2 sp; repeat from «round; join with slip st1o frst sc, finish off: 120 se Rnd 12: With right side facing, join MC with slip sin any commer sc; ch 1, (Se, ch 3) twice in same st, (skip next sc, se in next sc, ch 3) 9 times, skip next sc, * (sc, ch 3) twice in next s¢, (skip next se, se in next sc, ch 3) 9 times, skip nest se; repeat from around; join with slip sto first sc: 66 ch-3 sp Rnd 13: Slip stn next ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 2, work (Cluster, ch 4, sc in fourth ch from hook, Cluster) in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, % se in next ch-3 sp, ch 2, work (Cluster, ch 4, sc in fourth ch from hook, Cluster) in next ch-3 sp, ch 2; repeat from + around; join with slip stto first sc, finish off BACK Work same as Pansy Afghan Motif B, through Rnd 7; at end of Rnd 7, do not finish off Rnd 8 (Eyelet md): Work same as Front, Rnd 10; finish off FINISHING ee Washing and Blocking, page 140 Sprinkle scented oil on the fiberill JOINING ‘With wrong sides together and matching spaces, weave ribbon through Eyelet rnd, stuffing before closing. Tie ribbon in a bow to secure, 59THE DINING ROOM Set the scene for intimate dining with these handcrafted table dressings. (Below and opposite top) Perfect for those special dinners, our bandy casserole cozy holds a standard-size baking dish, d the matching cutlery caddy keeps utensils neatly separated and close at hand. These fast-to ‘ch projects are crafted using si ind a large hook. (Opposite bottom) It’s fiun — and —to fashion our lovely table setting by adding a lacy edging to a purchased place mat. illy edging is worked around a plastic ring to gather a coordinatingFRILLY NAPKIN RING AND PLACE MAT EDGING Finished Size: Napkin Ring - 4 in diameter Place Mat Edging - 11" wide MATERIALS: Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately: Napkin Ring ~ 30 yards each Place Mat Figing - 135 yards each (for an Hdging 50° long) Steel crochet hooks, sizes 7 (1.65 mm) and 10 (1.30 mm) or sizes needed for gauge 2" Phistc ring Purchased place mat (ours measures 12/2" x 17") Straight pins Sewing needle and thread th smaller size hook, 1 rr size hook, 9 de V NAPKIN RING Rad 1 (Right side): With smaller size hook, join thread with slip st around ring; ch 1, 95 se in ring; join with slip stto first sc Note: Loop a short piece of thread around any stitch ton last round as right side. Rnd 2: With larger size hook, ch 3, skip next sc, de in next se ch 4, ship next 2 sc, % de in next sc, ship next sc, de in next se ch 4, skip next 2 se; repeat from + around; join with slip st to top of beginning ch-3: 19 ch-4 sps. Slip st in next dc and in next ch-4 sp, ch 1, [se, ch 2, ch 2, (arch 2) twice, de, ch 2, se] in same sp and in each sp around; join with slip st to first sc: 38 tr Rnd 4: * Ch 3, skip next ch-2 sp, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 5, in next ch-2 sp work (se, ch 3, slip st in last se worked, sc, ch 5, slip stn last se worked, sc, ch 3, slip stin ast se worked, sc), h5, se in next ch-2 sp, ch 3, sc in sp between next 2 sc; repeat from > around: join with slip st to base of beginning ch, finish off PLACE MAT EDGING BEGINNING CHAIN With larger size hook, make a chain to fit around the place mat ‘The number of chains must be divisible by 5. For example, as in ours, 450 45 goes into 450, 90 times evenly). Count the chains and adjust as needed, Being careful not to twist eh, join with slip st to form a ring rk Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, sein each eh around join with slip stto fist se Note: Loop a short piece of thread around 2 last round as right side. Rnds 2-4: With sm FINISHING See Washing and Blocking, page 140. Using photo as a guide, pin Edging along hem line on right side ‘of place mat and sew in place. ()u2éassenone cozy Finished Size: To fit a 9" x 13" casserole dish stitel to mark size hook, work same as Napkin Ring. ‘MATERIALS 100% Cotton Fabric, 44/45” wide, approximately: 4/2 yards Crochet hook, size P (10.00 mm) or size needed for gauge 2 yards of 112" grosgrain ribbon Prepare fabric and (ear into 2" stips (see Preparing Fabric Strips and Joining Fabric Strips, page 139). GAUGE: 6 se and 6 rows = Ch 7 loosely Rnd 1 (Right side): Se in second ch from hook, (ch 2, sc) twice in same st, sc in last § chs, (ch 2, sc) twice in same st; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138), sc in next 4 chs; do not join, pce fabric marker (see Markers, page 138): 14 sc Note #1: Loop a short piece of fabric around any stiteh (0 mark last round as right sie. Note #2: Work in Back Loops Only throughout (Fég. 22, page 138). Ruds 2-5: Sc in each se around working (se, ch 2, se) in each comer ch-2 sp: 46 Rnd 6: Sc in each se around working 2 se in each comer ch-2 sp; remove marker, slip sin next sc: 54 se Rnds 7-9: Ch 1, sc in each se around; join with slip sto first se Rnd 10: Ch 3, skip next sc, (slip st in next sc, ch 3, skip next sc) around: join with slip st to base of beginning ch-3, finish oft. Beginning in center of one long side, weave ribbon between se oon Rnd 9. Pull ends of ribbon tight around casserole dish and tie in a bow to secure. Trim ends.(Jue ermeny CADDY Finished Size: Approximately 5° high x 31/2" in diameter each ‘MATERIALS 100% Cotton Fabric, 44/45" wide, approximately: 312 yards Crochet hook, size P (10.00 mm) or size needed for gauge 1¥/ yards of 11/2" grosgrain ribbon Prepare fabric and tear into 2" strips (see Preparing Fabric Strips and Joining Fabric Strips, page 139) GAUGE: Rnds 1 and 2 HOLDER (Make 5) Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 2, 7 sc in second ch from hook; do not join, place fabric marker (see Markers, page 138) Note: Loop a short picce of fabric around any stitch to mark last round as right side Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each sc around: 14 sc Rnd 3: Sc in Back Loop Only of each se around (Fig. 22 page 138). Rnds 4-7: Sein both loops of each se around; at end of Rnd 7, remove marker, slip st in next sc. Rad 8: Ch 3, skip next sc, (slip st in next sc, ch 3, skip next sc) around; join with sip st to base of beginning ch-3, finish off. Beginning with any Holder and working between se on Rnd 6, ‘weave ribbon hetween 7 sc, continue to weave through 7 se on Rnd 6 on each Holder in same manner to form a group; tie ribbon ina bow to secure. Trim ends. 2" SHELL RUG Continued from page 33. Row 2 AND ALL WRONG SIDE ROWS THROUGH ROW 28: Ch 1, turn; se in each st across. Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc, now and throughout), turn; (work FPtr around de in row below next sc, 2 de in next sc) 4 times, de in next 2 se, work FPtr around de in row below next se, (2 de in next sc, work FPtr around de in row below next sc) 3 times, de in last se: 26 ss Row 5: Ch 3, tum; work FPtr around next FP, (dc in next se 2-de in next sc, work FPtr around next FPtr) 3 times, 2 de in next se, de in next 2 sc, 2 de in next se, work FPtr around next FPtr, (dc in next sc, 2 de in next sc, work FPtr around next FPtr) 3 times, dc in last sc: 34 st. Row 7: Ch 3, turn; work FPtr around next FPtr, * de in each se across to next FP«, work FPtr around next FPtr; repeat from + ‘across to last sc, de in last se. Row 9: Ch 3, turn; work FPtr around next FPtr, (de in next 2 sc, 2 de in next se, work FPtr around next FPtr) 3 times, 2 de in next se, de in next 4 sc, 2 de in nest sc, work FPte around next FPtr, (dc in next 2 se, 2 de in next sc, work FPtr around next FPtr) 3 times, de in last se: 42 Rows 11 and 13: Repeat Row Row 15: Ch 3, turn; work FPtr around next EPtr, (dc in next 3 sc, 2 de in nest sc, work FPtr around next FPtr) 3 times, 2 de in next sc, de in next 6 se, 2 de in next sc, work FPtr around next FPtr, (de in next 3 se, 2 de in next se, work FPtr around next FPtr) 3 times, de in last se: 50 sts. Rows 17, 19, and 21: Repeat Row 7. Row 23: Ch 3, turn; work FPtr around next FPtr, (de in next 5 sc, work FPtr around next FPir) 3 times, 2 de in next se, de in next 8 se, 2 de in next sc, work FPtr around nest FPtr, (de in next 5 sc, work FPtr around next FPtr) 3 times, de in last sc: 52 sts. Rows 25 and 27: Repeat Row 7. Row 29: Ch 1, turn; se in first sc, work FPsc around next FPtr, (sc in next se, 2 de in each of next 3 se, se in next se, work FPsc around next FPtr) twice, s¢ in next sc, de in next 4 se, work FPtr around next FPtr, dc in next 12 sc, work FPtr around next FPtr, de in next 4 sc, se in next sc, work FPsc around next Ptr, leave remaining 13 sts unworked. Row 30: Turn; slip st in first st, sc in next 24 sts, slip st in next st, leave remaining sts unworkeed. Row 31: Ch 1, turn; work FPse around first FPsc, sc in next se, 2 de in each of next 3 se, sc in neat sc, work FPsc around next FP, sc in next 12 sc, work FPse around next FPt, leave remaining sts unworked Row 32: Turn; slip st in first st, sc in next 12 sf, leave remaining st unworked. Row 33: Ch 1, turn; work FPsc around first FPsc, sc im next sc, 2 hdc in each of next 2 sc, 2 de in each of next 2 sc, de in next 2sc, 2de in each of next 2 se, 2 hdc in each of next 2s, se in next sc, work FPse around next FPsc, sc in next sc, 2 de in each of next 3 s¢, sc in next se, work FPse around next FPS, sc in next sc, (2 de in each of next 3 sc, sein next se, work FPSc around next tr, Sc in next sc) twice; finish off Lower Edge: With right side facing, having beginning ch toward the left, and working in end of rows, join yarn with slip tin end of Row 6; sein same row, 2 hd in next row, de in next row, 2 de in next row, tr in next row, 5 tr in last row; ‘working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 238, page 138), tr in next 10 chs; working in end of rows, 5 tr in first ro, tr in next row, 2 de in next row, dc in next row, 2 hde in next row, (sc, slip st) in next row finish off slip st in nextPINEAPPLE TABLE TOPPER. Continued from page 29. Rnd 38: Ch 3, de in nest 5 dc, % + ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 6 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times #, de in next 6 des repeat from % 18 times more, then repeat from + 10 + nce; join with slip st to first de Rnd 39: Ch 3, din next 5 de, * + ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times, de in nest 6 de, ch 5, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 5) 3 times 4, de in next 6 de; repeat from > 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to frst de Rnd 40: Ch 3, # + decrease tice, de in next de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in nest ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, dc in next de, decrease wice, dein next de, ch 7, skip next loop, (sc in next loop, ch 7) twice +, dc in next de; repeat from > 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to first de. Rad 41: Ch 3, de in next 3 dc, # ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, de in next 4 de, ch 10, skip next loop, sc in next loop, ch 10 4, de in next 4 de; repeat from + 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 42: Ch 3, de in next 3 de, * + ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, de in next 4 de, ch 10, (se in next loop, ch 10) twice +, de in next 4 de; repeat from & 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once; j slip sto first de Rnd 4 che3 sp, sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3, decrease twice, ch 10, (se in next loop, ch 10) 3 times #, decrease twice; repeat from & 18 times more, then repeat from + to + once; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip st to first de, Rud 44: Work beginning tr Cluster, (ch 10, se in nest loop) 4 times, % ch 10, work tr Custer, (ct 10, sc in next Loop) 4 times; repeat from 4 around, ch 5, dtr in top of beginning tr Cluster to form last loop: 100 loops. Rnd 45: Ch L, sc in same loop, ch 10, (sc in next loop, ch 10) around; join with slip st first sc. Rud 46: Slip sin firs 3 chs, cl 3, (dc, ch 4, slip sti third ch from hook, ch 1, 2 de) in same loop, ch 5, * (2 de, ch 4, slip sti third ch from hook, ch 1, 2 de) in nest loop, ch 5s repeat from > around; join with sip st to first de, finish off. with, Ch 2, de in nest de, decrease, * + ch 3, skip next See Washing and Blocking, page 140. 44 PRETTY PILLOWS Finished Size: Pillow #1 - approximately 14” in diameter Pillow #2 - approximately 15° in diameter MATERIALS: Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately: Pillow #1 - 430 yards Pillow #2 - 650 yards Crochet hook, size E (3.50 mm) or size needed for gauge Pillow #1 - 14" round pillow or 1: yard 44/45" wide fabric and polyester fiberill Pillow #2 - Ys yard 44/45" wide fabric and polyester Aberill PATTERN STITCHES DECREAS! > YO, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from % once more, ‘YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one do). BEGINNING CLUSTER (uses first 4 de) Ch 3, YO twice, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a loop, (YO and drave through 2 loops on hook) twice: repeat from * 2 times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on. hook (Figs. 11a & b, page 134) CLUSTER (uses next 4 de) + YO twice, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up loop, (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat from 4 3 times more, YO and draw through all § loops on hook. 2-D€ CLUSTER YO, insert hook in sp indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and dratw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + once more, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134). PILLOW #1 GAUGE: Rnds 1-4 = 31/2" Note: Villow is worked holding 2 strands of thread together: BACK Ch 5; join with slip st to form a ting Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 10 se in ring: join with slip st to first se, Note: Loop a short piece of thread around ny ttch to mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, (ch 5, sc in next se) around, ch 2, dc in first sc to form last loop: 10 loops. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same loop, (ch 5, se in next loop) around, ch 2, dein first sc to form last loop.Rnd 4: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), (de, ch 2, 2 de) in same loop, ch 5, sc in next loop, + ch 5, (2 de, ch 2, 2 de) in next loop, ch 5, sein next loop; repeat from around, eh 2, de in first de to form last loop: 10 loops. Rnd 5: Ch 1, scin same loop, ch 5, (2 de, ch 2 2 de) in next ch-2 sp, ch 5, # (se in next loop, ch 5) twice, (2 de, ch 2,2 de) in next ch-2 sp, ch 5; repeat from + around to last loop, se in last loop, ch 2, din fist se to form last loop: 15 loops Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 5, sc in nest loop, ch 3, (de in next 2 de, ch 3) twice, se in next loop, % (ch 5, se in next loop) vice, ch 3, (de in next 2 de, ch 3) twice, sc in next loop; repeat from + around, ch 2, dc in first s¢ to form ist loop. Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 5, sc in next loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 dein each of next 2 de, ch 3, (t,ch 3) twice in nest ch-3 sp, 2 dein each of next 2 dc, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 4 sc in next loop, ch 5, se in next loop, ch 3, skip next ch:3 sp, 2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, (tr, ch 3) twice in next ch-3 sp, 2-de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp; repeat from + around; oin with slip ¢ to frst sc. Rad 8: Slip sin irst loop, ch 1, se in same loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 de in next de, de in next 3 dc, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, dc in next ch-3 sp, (ch I, de) 7 times in same sp, ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, dein next 3 de, 2 de in next de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, se in next loop, ch 3, skip next eh-3 sp, 2 de in nest de, dein next 3 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, de in next ch-3 sp, (ch 1, de) 7 times in same sp, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, dein next 3 de, 2 de in next de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp; repeat from + around; join with slip sto first sc. Rad 9: Slip st in nest 3 chs and in next de, eh 3, de in sume st and in next 4 de, ch 3, (Se in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 7 times, skip next ch-3 sp, de in next 4 de, 2 de in next de, ch 1, #2 de in next de, dc in nest 4 de, ch 3, (Sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 7 times, skip next ch-3 sp, de in next 4 de, 2 de in next de, ch 1; repeat from % around; join with slip sto first de Rad 10: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in neat ch-3 sp, ch 3) 6 times, * (dc in next 6 de, ch 3) twice skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-$ sp, ch 3) 6 times; repeat from around to last 6 de, de in lst 6 dc, ch 3; join with slip sto frst de. Rnd 11: Ch 3, dein next 5 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, se in next cch-3 sp, ch 3, % dein next 6 de, ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3; repeat from + around; join with slip sto frst de. Rnd 12: Ch 3, dein next 5 dc, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in next eh-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) tvice, + dc in next 6 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (Ge in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice; repeat from > around; join with slip tt first de. Rad 13: Ch 2, de in next 5 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (se in nest ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, de in nest 4 de, decrease, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, % decrease, de in next 4 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (Se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, dein nest 4 de, decrease, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 tines; repeat from % around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip st to frst de Rad 14: Ch 2, de in next 4 de, ch 3, sip next ch-3 sp, (sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3) tice, de in next 3 de, decrease, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, # decrease, dc in next 3 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, de in next 3 de, decrease, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5) 4 times; repeat from % around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip sto first de Rnd 15: Ch 3, de in next 3 de, ch 5, skip next ch-3 sp, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 5, de in nest 4 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, 3) 5 times, * de in next 4 de, ch 5, skip next ch-3 sp, se in next ch-3 sp, ch, de in next 4 de, ch 3, (Sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times; repeat from % around; join with slip sto first de, Rad 16: Ch 3, de in next 3 de, ch 3, sc in next sc, ch 3, de in next 4 de, ch 3, (Se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 6 times, dc in next 4 de, ch 3, se in next sc, ch 3, de in next 4 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 6 times; repeat from % around; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 17: Work beginning Cluster, ch 1, work Cluster, ch 7, sc in neat ch-3 sp, (ch 4, se in next ch-3 sp) 6 times, ch 7, 4 work Cluster, ch 1, work Cluster, ch 7, se in next ch-3 sp, (ch 4, se in next ch-3 sp) 6 times, ch 7; repeat from > around; join with, slip sto top of beginning Cluster Rnd 18: Slip sin first ch-1 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, (ch 5, se in next csp) around, ch 2, de in frst se to form last loop. Rnd 19: Ch 1, sein same loop, eh 5, (sein next loop, ch 5) around; join with slip sto first se, finish of FRONT Work same as Back; at end of Rnd 19, do not finish off, FINISHING Make pillow form if desired, page 140, JOINING (Ch 1, hold Front and Back with wrong sides together and Front facing; matching pattern and working through both pieces, (3 sc, ch 3, slip st in se just made, 2 sc) in first loop and in each loop around inserting pillow form before closing; join with slip st frst se, finish offPILLOW #2 GAUGE: Rnds 1. Note: Pillow is worked holding 2 strands of thread together. BACK ‘Ch 8; join with slip stto form a ring. Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), 15 de in ring; join with slip stto first de: 16 de. Note: Loop a short piece of thread around any stitch to mark last round as right side Rnd 2: Ch 12, (de in next 2 dc, ch 9) around to last de, de in Jast de; join with slip st to third ch of beginning ch-12: 8 loops. Rad 3: Slip st in first 2 chs, ch 3, de in next 2 chs, ch 3, skip nest ch, de in next 3 chs, skip nest 2 de and next ch, ¥ de in next 3 chs ch 3, skip next ch, dc in next 3 chs, skip next 2 de and next ch; repeat from % around; join with sip st to first de: 48 de. Rnd 4: Slip st in next de, ch 3, dc in next de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 do) innnextch-3 sp, de in next 2 de, skip next 2 de, % de in nest 2 de (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 2 de, skip next 2 de; repeat from + around join with slip st to frst de: 64 de Rad 5: Slip stin next de, ch 3, de in next 2 de, (2 de, ch 3 2 de) in nest ch-3 sp, de in next 3 de, skip nest 2 de, % de in next 3 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 3 de, skip next 2 de; repeat from ¥ around; join with slip st to frst de: 80 de. Rnd 6: Slip st in next de, ch 3, de in next 3 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in nest 4 de, skip nest 2 de, % de in next 4de, 2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in nest ch-3 sp, dc in next 4d, skip next 2 de; repeat from > around; join with slip st to first de: 96 de. Rad 7: Slip st in next de, ch 3, de in next 4 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2-de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 5 de, skip next 2 de, ¥ de in next 5 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 5 de, skip next 2 de; repeat from + around; join with slip st to first de: 112 de. Rnd 8: Slip stin next de, ch 3, de in next 5 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 6 de, skip next 2 de, * dc in next 6 dc, (2 dc, ch 3,2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 6 de, skip next 2 de; repeat from around: join with slip sto first de: 128 de. Rad 9: Sip stin next 2 de, ch 3, de in next $ de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, dein next 6 de, ch 3, ship next 4 de, 4 dein next 6 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 6 de, ch 3, skip next 4 de; repeat from 9 around: join with slip stto first de: 128 de. Rad 10: Slip st in next 3 de, ch 3, de in next 4 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2-de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 5 de, ch 3, (de, eh 5, de) in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip next 3 de, # de in next 5 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in nest $ de, ch 3, (de, ch 5, de) in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, skip next 3 dc; repeat from # aroun; join with slip st to frst dc 46 Rad 11: Slip stin next 3 de, ch 3, de in next 3 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next che sp, dein next 4 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 7 de in next loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp and next 3 de, % de in nest 4 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 4 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 7 de in next loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp and nest 3 de; repeat from + around; join with slip st to frst de: 152 de. Rod 12: Slip st in next 3 de, ch 3, de in next 2 de, (2 d 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 3 de, ch 3, skip next 3 de, de in next de, (ch 1, de in next de) 6 times, ch 3, skip next 3 de, de in next 3 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next 3 de, ch 3, skip next 3 de, de in next de, (ch 1, de in next de) 6 times, ch 3, skip next 3 de; repeat from 3 around; join with slip sto first de: 136 de Rnd 13: Slip st in next 3 de, ch 3, de in next de, (2 de, eh 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, dc in next 2 de, ch 5, work 2-de Cluster in next ch-1 sp, (ch 2, work 2-de Cluster in next ch-1 sp) 5 times, ch 5, skip next ch-3 sp and next 3 de, de in next 2 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next cli-3 sp, de in next 2 de, ch 5, work 2-de Cluster in next ch-1 sp, (ch 2, work 2-de Cluster in next ciel sp) 5 times, ch 5, skip next ch-3 sp and next 3 de; repeat from % around; join with slip stto first de: 48 2-de Clusters Rnd 14: Slip stin nest 3 de, ch 3, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp, de in next de, ch 5, work 2-de Cluster in next ch-2 sp, (ch 2, work 2-de Cluster in nest ch-2 sp) 4 times, ch 5, skip next 3 de, # de in next de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next ch-3 sp dc in next de, ch 5, work 2-de Cluster in next ch-2 sp, (ch 2 ‘work 2-de Cluster in next ch-2 sp) 4 times, ch 5, skip next 3 de repeat from around; join with slip stto first de, finish of FRONT ‘Work same as Back; at end of Rnd 14, do not finish off ay FINISHING Make pillow form if desired, page 140. JOINING Rad 1: Slip st in next 2 de and in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, hold Front and Buck with wrong sides together and Front facing; matching, pattern and working through both pieces, sc in same sp, ch 5, s¢ in next Joop, ch 5, sc in next ch-2 sp, (ch 3, se in next cch-2 sp) 3 times, % (ch 5, sc in next ch-sp) 4 times, (ch 3, sc in next ch-2 sp) 3 times; repeat from + around to last loop inserting pillow form before closing, ch 5, sc in last loop, ch 5; join with slip st to frst se: 56 ch-sps Rnd 2: Sip stn frst Joop, ch 1, 5 sc in same loop and in next Toop, (2 se, ch 3, sip sin sc ust made, sc) in each of next 3 ch-3 sps, #5 sc in each of next 4 loops, (2 sc, ch 3, slip stin se just made, se) in each of next 3 ch-3 sps; repeat from 4 around to last 2 loops, 5 sc in each of last 2 loopss join with slip stto firsts()u*tacx COASTER Finished Size: Approximately 51" in diameter MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 45 yards each Stel crochet hook, size 6 (1.80 mm) oF size needed for gauge GAUGE: Rnds 1 PATTERN STITCHES DECREASE YO, insert hook in next dc, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from once more, YO and dravs through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one de), BEGINNING CLUSTER (uses first 4 de) 3, % YO bvice, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up @ Joop, (¥0 and drav through 2 loops on hook) tices repeat from % 2 times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook (Figs. 11a & b, page 134). CLUSTER (uses nest 4 de) 4 YO twice, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a loop, (V0 and draw through 2 loops on hook) tice; repeat from 4 3 times more, YO and draw through all 5 loops on hook Ch 5; join with slip st to form a ving. Rad 1 (Right side): Ch L, 10 sc in ring; join with slip st to first se Note: Loop a short piece of thread around any stiteh to mark fast round as right side Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, (ch 5, sein next se) around, ch 2 Ade in first sc to form last loop: 10 loops. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same loop, (ch 5, sc in next loop) around, ch 2, de in frst sc to form last loop. Rnd 4 Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), de, ch 2,2 de) in same loop, ch 5, sc in next loop, % ch 5, (de, ch 2, 2 de) in next loop, ch 5, sc in next loop; repeat from around, ch 2, de in first de to form last loop: 10 loops. Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 5, (2 de, ch 2, 2 de) in next ch? sp, ch5, % (sc in next loop, ch 5) twice, (2 de, ch 2,2 de) in next ch-2 sp, ch 5; repeat from % around (o last loop, se in last loop, ch 2, dein first sc to form last loop: 15 loops. Rad 6: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 5, sc in next loop, ch 3, (cin next 2 de, ch 3) twice, se in next loop, (ch 5, se in next loop) twice, ch 3, (de in next 2 de, ch 3) twice, se in next loop; repeat from % around, ch 2, de in first sc to form last loop. Rad 7: Ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 5, sc in next loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, (tr, ch 3) twice in next ch-3 sp, 2 dc in each of next 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 4 se in next loop, ch 5, s¢ in next loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 de in each of nest 2 de, ch 3, (tr, ch 3) twice in next ch sp, 2 de in each of nest 2 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp; repeat from > around; join with slip sto Bist sc Rnd 8: Slip stin first loop, ch 1, sc in same loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 de in next de, de in next 3 de, ch 3, skip next cl-3 sp, de in next ch-3 sp, (ch 1, de) 4 times in same sp, ch 3, dc in next 3 de, 2 de in next dc, ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, > sc in next loop, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 de in next de, de in next 3 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, dein next ch-3 sp, (ch 1, dc) 4 times in same sp, ch 3, de in next 3 de, 2 dein nest de, ch 3, skip mest ch-3 sp; repeat from % around; join with slip t to first se. Rnd 9: Slip stin first 3 chs and in next de, ch 3, de in next 4 de, ch 5, (sc:in next ch-1 sp, ch 3) 4 times, skip next ch-3 sp, dein next 5 de, eh 1, # de in next 5 de, ch 3, (se in next chet sp, ch 3) 4 times, skip next ch-3 sp, de in next 5 de, eb 1; repeat from around; join with slip stto first de Rnd 10: Ch 2, de in next 4 dc, ch 4, skip next eh-3 sp, se in next ch-3 sp, (ch 3, sc in next ch} sp) twice, ch 4, dc in next 3 de, decrease, ch 3, sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3, decrease, de in next 3 de, ch4, skip next ch-3 sp, sc in nest ch-3 sp, (ch 3 sc in next ch-3 sp) twice, ch 4, dein next 3 de, decrease, ch 3, sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 3; repeat from + around; skip beginning cc-2 and join with slip sto first de, Rad 11: Ch 3, de in next 3 de, ch 4, skip next ch-4 sp, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 4 de in next 4 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, % dc in next 4 de, ch 4, skip next ch-4 sp, se in next eh-3 sp, ch 3, sc in next ch sp, ch, de in nest 4 de, ch 3, (sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3) tice; repeat from % around; join with slip sto first de. Rnd 12: Ch 3, dein mest 5 de, ch 5, skip next ch-4 sp, sein next ch-3 sp, ch 5, de in next 4 de, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, (cl 5, sein next ch-3 sp) twice, ch 3, ¥ de in next 4 dc, ch 5, skip nest ch-4 sp, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5, de in next 4 de, ch 3, sc:in nest ch-3 sp, (ch 5, sc in next ch-3 sp) tice, ch 3; repeat from + around: join with slip st to first de, Rad 13: Ch 3, de in next 3 de, ch 3, next sc, ch 3, de in next 4 de, ch 5, (Sc in nest chesp, ch 5) 4 times, % de in next 4 de, ch 3, se in nest sc ch 3, de in next 4 de, ch 5, (Sc in next chesp, ch 5) 4 times; repeat from * around; join with slip sto first de Rnd 14: Work beginning Cluster, ch 1, work Cluster, ch 7, sc in next loop, (ch 5, sip stin third ch from hook, ch 3, sc in next Joop) 4 times, ch 7, % work Cluster, ch 1, work Cluster, ch 7, sc in next loop, (ch 5, slip st in third ch from hook, ch 3, se in next loop) 4 times, ch 7; repeat from 4 around: join with slip stto top of beginning Cluster, finish of See Washing and Blocking, page 140. 47gifts for all A handinade gift says “you're special” to a friend or family member. We've assembled lots of thoughtful ideas for everyone in this collection, including a handsome jar topper. for Dad, a lacy doily and tissue cover for Mom, and a handy kitchen set Sor a new neighbor. For whatever reason you need a present, you'll find the perfect token among these gifis for all. FLOWERPOT LACE Sieit and cluster stitches form a flower-like motif on this sunny flowerpot cover, Fashioned in bedspread weight cotton thread, the pretty cover is finished with ribbons laced through the eyelet rounds. Presented with a blooming plant, it’s a lovely gift for a secret pal. Finished Size: Approximately 31/2" high (Body) MATERIALS: Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 180 yards Steel crochet hook, size 5 (1.90 mm) or size needed for gauge 1s yards of "ribbon Hower pot - 4" top diameter x 3° to 31" high GAUGE: 14 de and 7 rows = 2 18 PATTERN STITCHES CLUSTER YO, insert hook in st indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hooks; repeat from + 5 times more, YO and draw through all 7 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134). SHELL (2De, ch 2, 2 de) in st or sp indicated DOUBLE SHELL 2 Dein sp indicated, (ch 2, 2 de) twice in same sp. ves (De, ch 2, de) in sp indicated. DEGREASE (uses next 3 sps) % YO twice, insert hook in next ch-3 sp, YO and pull up & loop, (VO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat from % 2 times more, YO and dra through all 4 loops on hookBODY Ch 84 loosely; being careful not to twist ch, join with slip st to form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), dc in next ch and in each ch around; join with slip st to first de: 84 de Note: Loop a short piece of thread around any stitch to mark last round as right side Rnd 2 (Eyelet md): Ch 4 (counts as first de plus ch 1, now and throughout), skip next de, (dc in next de, ch 1, ship next de) around; join with slip st to first de: 42 ch-1 ps. Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in next ch and in each st around; joinwith slip stto first de: 84d Rnd 4: Ch 3, de in next de, work Cluster in next de, # de in next 11 de, work Cluster in next de; repeat from + 5 times ‘more, de in list 9 de; join with slip st to first de: 7 Clusters Rnd 5: Ch 3, work Cluster in next de, de in next Cluster, work Cluster in next de, + de in next 9 de, work Cluster in next de, dein next Cluster, work Cluster in next de; repeat from 5 times more, de in last 8 de; join with slip st to first de: 14 Clusters, Rnd 6: Ch 3, dc in next Cluster, work Cluster in next de, % de in next 11 sts, work Cluster in next de; repeat from % 5 times more, de in last 9 sts join with sip sto fist de: 7 Clusters Rnd 7: Ch 3, dc in next de and in each st around; join with lip sto first de: 84 de. Rnds 8 and 9: Repeat Rds 2 and 3. Rnd 10: Slip st in next 2 de, ch 3, de, ch 2, 2 de) in same st, skip nest 2 de, (work Shell in next de, skip next 2 de) around; join with slip st to first de: 28 Shells Rnd 11: Shp st in next de and in next ch-2 sp, ch 4, dein same sp. (ch 1, dein same sp) 6 times, sc in next Shell (ch-2 sp), % de in nest Shell, (ch 1, de in same sp) 7 mes, se in next shell; repeat from >& around; join with slip stto first de: 14 se Rnd 12: Ch 1, sc:in same st, (Sc in next ch-1 sp, sc in next de) 7 times, skip next sc, + sc in next de, (Se in next ch-I sp, se in next de) 7 times, skip next se; repeat from + around; join with slip tto first se, finish of RUFFLE Rad 1: With right side facing and working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 236, page 138), join thread with slip tin second ch; ch 3, (dc, ch 2, 2 de) in same st, skip next 2 chs, (work Shell in next ch, skip nest 2 chs) around; join with sip st to first de: 28 Shells Rnd 2: Slip stn next de and in next ch-2 sp, ch 5 (counts as first de plus ch 2, now and throughout), de in same sp, ‘work Shell in next Shell, % work V-St in next 3 Shells, work Shell in next Shell; repeat from % 5 times more, work -St in last 2 Shells join with slip st to first de: 7 Shells and 21 V-Sws. Rnd 3: Slip tin fist ch-2 sp, ch 5, de in same sp, % + work Shell in next Shell, work V-St in next St (ch-2 sp), 7 de in next V-St +, work V-St in next V-St; repeat from + 5 times more, then repeat from + 10 + once; join with slip stto first de: 7 7-de groups. Rnd 4: Slip st in first ch-2 sp, ch 5, dein same sp, * + ch 1, work Double Shell in next Shell, ch 1, work V-St in next V-St, ‘ch 1, (de in next de, ch 1) 7 times #, work ¥-St in next ¥ repeat from % 5 times more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 5: Slip stin first ch-2 sp, ch 5, dein same sp, * ch 1, work Shell in next 2 ch-2 sps, ch 1, work V-St in next ¥-St cht 1, skip next ch-1 sp, sc in next ch-l sp, (ch 3, se in next ch-I sp) 5 times, ch 1 +, work V'St in next V-St; repeat from 5 times ‘more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to first de Rnd 6: Slip st in first ch-2 sp, ch 5, de in same sp, % + ch 3, work Shell in next 2 Shells, ch 3, work V-St in next VSL, ch 3, skip nest ch-1 sp, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times #, work, YV-Stin next V-St; repeat from % 5 times more, then repeat from + 10 # once; join with slip sto first de Rad 7: Slip stin frst ch-2 sp, ch 5, de in same sp, # + ch 3, work Double Shell in next 2 Shells, ch 3, work V-St in next V- ch 3, skip nest ch-3 sp, (Sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times #, ‘work V-St in next V-St; repeat from + 5 times more, then repeat from # to + once; join with slip st to first de. Rad 8: Slip sin first ch-2 sp, ch5, de in same sp, % + ch 3, work Shell in next 4 ch-2 sps, ch 3, work V-St in next Vt, skip next ch-3 sp, decrease #, work V-St in next V-St; repeat from 4 5 limes more, then repeat from + to + once; join with slip st to first de, finish of FINISHING See Washing and Blocking, page 140. ‘Weave ribbon through both Eyelet mds on Bod Insert pot in Cover and pull ribhons to gather Cover around pot Tie each ribbon in a bow to secure Cover to potCrocheted in worsted weight yarn, this handy set makes a thoughiful housewarming gift. The round bot pad is crocheted using front post double crocbel stitches. A coordinating ‘pot holder has the same pretty pattern and is finished with a loop for banging Finished Size: Hot Pad - 9° in di Pot Holder - neter in diameter MATERIALS Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately MC (White) - 34: ounces, (100 grat CC (Blue) - 1 ounce, (30 grams, 65 yards) Crochet hook, size G (4.00 mm) or size needed for gauge GAUGE: Rnds 1 and 2 of Front = 2" PATTERN STITCH FRONT POST DOUBLE CROCHET (abbreviated FPdc) YO, insert hook from front to back around post of st indicated (Fig. 13, page 135), YO and pull up a loop even with loop on hook, (YO and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice HOT PAD FRONT Rnd 1 (Right side): With CC, ch 4, 11 de in fourth ch from hook; join with slip st to top of beginning ch: 12 sts. Note: Loop a shor piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right sie Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), dde in same st, 2 de in next de and in each de around; join with slip st to first de, finish off: 24 de. Rnd 3: With right side facing, join MC with slip stin any de ci 3, work FPde around same st, (de in nest de, work FPdc around same st) around; join with slip st to first de: 48 sts. Rad 4: Ch 3, de in same st, work FPde around next FPde 2 de in next de, work FPde around next FPdc) around; join vith slip sto first de, finish off 72 ss. 5Rnd 5: With right side facing and working in Back Loops Only (Fig, 22, page 138), join CC with slip stn frst de ch 3, de. in next 10 sts, 2 dc in next st, (de in next 11 sts, 2 de in next st) around: join with slip st to first de, finish off: 78 de. Rad 6: With right side facing, join MC with slip sin first de; ch 3, de in next de, work FPdc around next de, (de in next 2.dc, work FPde around next dc) around; join with slip st to first de: 26 FPde. Rnd 7: Ch 3, 2 dc in next de, work FPde around next FPdc, (de in next de, 2 de in next de, work FPdc around next FPde) around; join with slip st to first de: 104 sts. Rnd 8: Ch 3, de in next 2 de, work FPdc around next FPdc, (dc in next 3 de, work FPde around next FPdc) around: join with slip st to first de, finish oft BACK Rnd 1 (Right side): With MC, ch 4, 11 de in fourth ch ftom hook; join with slip sto top of beginning ch: 12 sts, Note: Mark last round as right side. Rnds 2 and 3: Ch 3, dein same st, 2 de in next de and in each de around; join with slip st to first de: 48 de Rnd 4: Ch 1, sein first 7 de, 2 sein next de, (se in next 7 de 2-sc in next de) around; do not join, pkice marker (see Markers, page 138): 54 sc. Rnd 5: (Sc in next 8 se, 2 s¢ in next se) around: 60 se Rnd in next 9 se, 2 sc in next sc) around: 66 se. Rnd 7: (Sc in next 10 se, 2 se in next sc) around: 72 se, Rnd 8: (Sc in next L1 se, 2 se in next se) around: 78 Rnd 9: (Sc in next 12 se, 2 se in next sc) around: 84 se. Rnd 10: (Sc in next 13 sc, 2 sc in next se) around: 90 se. Rnd 11: (Sc in next 14 se, 2 sc in next sc) around: 96 se, Rnd 12: (Sc in next 15 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: 102 se Rnd 13: (Sc in next 50 se, 2 sc in next sc) twice: 104 sc. Rnd 14: Sc in each sc around; slip st in next sc, finish off. JOINING Rnd 1: With wrong sides together, Front facing and working through inside loops only of both pieces, join CG with stip stn ay st, ch 1, sc in each st around: join with slip st to Back Loop Only of first se Rad 2: Ch 1, sc in Back Loop Only of each s slip st1o both loops of firsts, finish off POT HOLDER FRON Rnds 1-7: Work same as Hot Pad: 104 sts. Finish off. around join with BACK Rnds 1-5: Work same as Hot Pad: 60 sc. in next 4 sc, 2 s¢ in next sc) around: 72 se, in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: 84 se. in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: 96 se. in next 11 se, 2 sc in next sc) around: 104 s Rad 10: Sc in each se around: slip st in next sc, finish off JOINING Rad 1: Work same as Hot Pad. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in Back Loop Only of each se arounds join with slip t co both loops of frst sc, ch 9, skip next 2 se, slip st in both loops of next sc; finish of. wPETITE TISSUE COVER A lovely accessory for a lady's dressing tab bedspread weight cotton thread. Pui holder, which is worked in shell s, Finished Size: Approximately 242" x 51/" MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Coton Thread (size 10) approximately 50 yards Crochet hook, size 5 (1.90 mm) oF size needed for gauge 1 yard of 1%" ribbon Purse-size tissues GAUGE: In pattern, (V-S1, Shell) twice and 7 rows this lacy tissue cover is created using tissues fil nicely inside the pelite shes and accented with satin bows. PATTERN STITCHES VST (De, ch 2, de) in st or sp indicated. SH 5 De in sp indicated.BODY Ch 46 loosely Row 1 (Right side): De in sixth ch from hook, (ch 1, skip next ch, de in next ch) across: 21 sps Note: Loop a short piece of thread around any stitch to mark last row as right sie. Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as first de plus ch 1, now and. throughout), de in next de, skip next ch-l sp, work ¥-St in next ciel gp, * ship next ch-1 sp, work Shell in nest ch-1 sp, skip nest ch-I sp, work V-St in next cht sp; repeat from 3 times more, skip next ch-1 sp, dc in nest de, ch 1, skip next ch, de in next ch: 4 Shells Row 3: Ch 4, turn; de in next de, work Shell in next V-St (ch-2 sp), * work V-St in center de of next Shell, work Shell in next WS; repeat from + across, de in next de, ch 1, de in last de Row 4 Ch 4, turn; de in next de, work V-St in center de of next Shell, work Shell in next Vi, work ¥-St in center de of next Shell; repeat from > across, de in next de, ch 1, de in last de Rows 5-20: Repeat Rows 3 and 4, 8 times, Row 21: Ch 4, tun; de in next de, ch 1, (de, ch 1) twice in next Vt, & working across next Shell, (skip nest de, de in next dc, ch 1) twice, (de, ch 1) vice in next Vt; repeat from across, de in next de, ch 1, de in last de; finish off: 21 ch-1 sps. EDGING With wrong side facing, fold ends of Body up, placing beginning ch and Row 21 on each side of center row. Working through both thicknesses and matching sps on end of rows ‘carefully (5 sps each side of center), join thread with slip stin first sp; ch 2, 2 de in same sp, (Sip st, ch 2, 2 de) in next sp ‘and in each sp across to last sp, slip st in last sp; finish olf. Repeat for other end. FINISHING Insert tissues (without packaging) into Cover. Gut ribbon in bea. Begin with center of each ribbon in sps at opposite ends. Lace ribbon through every other sp on Rows I and 21, criss-crossing as if lacing « shoe, and leaving 7 center sps on each row free; tie each ribbon in a bow.BABY BROTHER With bis ros y cheeks and big smile, this soft crocheted doll makes a great buddy fora child who's adjusting to the arvival of a new sibling. Dressed in a newborn-size sleeper, he'll help teach big brother or sister how to handle the new baby safely. Finished Si "tall Approximate MATERIALS: Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: MC (1 +h) - 5 ounces, (140 grams, 330 yards) CC (Brown) - 12 yards Crochet hook, size I (5.50 mm) or size needed for gauge Embroidery floss - blue and pink Pink felt rn and tapestry needles Brown sewing thread Polyester fberil Cardboard - 15/4" x 5" Sleeper (size 0-3 months) GAUGE: 14 se and 13 rows PATTERN $ ‘CLUSTER % YO, insert hook inst indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from % 2 dimes ‘more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134). Note: Always push Cluster to right side unless otherwise specified ‘SC DECREASE, Pull up a loop in next 2 sts, YO and draw through all 3 loops ‘on hook (counts as one se) DC DECREASE (uses next 2 sts) & YO, insert hook in next st, YO and pull up loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from once more, TCHES: YO and dra through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one de). LEFT LEG With MC, ch 6 loosely. Rad 1 (Right side): Se in second ch from hook sand in next 2 chs, 2 sc in next ch, 5 sc in next ch; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 236, page 138), 2 sc in next ch, se in next 2-chs, 2sc in next ch; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138): 16 sc. Rnd 2: 2 Sein next sc, 2 sc in next se) ti se im next 4 sc, 2 se in next sc, (sc in next 8¢ in next 5 sc, 2 se in next se: 21 se 54 Rnd 3: 2 $c in next sc, sc in next 6 se, (hide, de) in next se, hdc in next sc, 2 se in each of next 3 sc, de in next se (de, hdc) in next sc, sein next 6 se, 2 se in meat sc: 28 sts. Rnd 4: 2 Sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sts, (sc, tr, sc) in next de, (vork Cluster in nest st, sein next st) twice, 3 de in next se, drop Joop from hook, insert hook in first de of 3-de group, hook dropped loop and draw through, sc in next sc, 5 dc in nex se, drop loop from hook, insert hook in first de of 5-de group, hhook dropped loop and drav through, se in next 11 s&s: 31 st Rnd 5: Sc in next 9 sc, se decrease, skip next tr, YO, insert hook in next se, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook, skip next st, YO, insert hook in next se, YO cand pull up 2 loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook, YO and dravv through all 3 loops on hook, de decrease twice, ‘sc decrease twice, sc in next 8 se: 23 sts. Rad 6: Sc decrease, sc in next 7 sc, sc decrease, (sc in next st, se decrease) tice, sc in next 6 sc: 19 sts, Rnd 7: Sc decrease, (sc in next 6 sc, se decrease) twiee, se in next sc: 16 se Rnds 8 and 9: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 10: (Sc in next 3 se, 2 sc in next sc) around; 20 sc. Se in each se around, in next 3 sc, sc decrease) around: 16 se. next 15 sc, slip st in next sc, remove marker Note: Begin working in rows for knee. Row 1: Turn; skip first slip st, sc in nest 8 sc, slip tin next se, leave remaining 6 se unworked. Rows 2 and 3: Turn; skip first slip st, sc in next 8 se, slip stn is previous slip st. Jegin working in rounds, Turn; skip first slip st, sc in next 8 sc, se in same previous slip st, sc in next 6 sc on Rnd 18, sc in same se as slip ston Row 1; do not join, place marker: 16 se Rnd 2: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 se in next sc) around: 20 se. Rnd 3: (Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next se) around: 24 se. Rads 4-10: Sc in each se around Rad 11: Sc in next 14 se, slip st in next se, leave remaining 9/sts unworked finish of RIGHT LEG Work sume as Left Leg through Rad 3: 28 sts casRnd 4: Sc in nest 11 sis, 5 dein next sc, drop loop from hook, insert hook in first de of 5-de group, hook dropped loop and draw through, se in next se, 3 de in next se, drop loop from hook, insert hook in first dc of 3-dc group, hook dropped loop and drav through, (sc in next st, work Cluster in next st) twice, }) in next de, s¢ in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st: 31 sts. Rnd 5: Sc in next 8 sc, se decrease twice, de decrease twice, YO, insert hook in next sc, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook, skip next st, YO, insert hook in next sc, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook, YO and draw through al 3 loops on hook, ship next t, sc decrease, sein next 9 sc: 23 sts. cin next 6 se, se decrease, (Se in next st, se dee twice, se in next 7 se, se decrease: 19 ss, Complete same as Let Leg; do not finish off ‘Swif Legs. BODY Joining Row: (ii 1, fold Rad 11 of Leg in half with ch 1 at fol matching sts and working through both thicknesses, sc in each sc across Right Leg; fold Rnd 11 of eft Leg in half with toes pointing away from you; matching sts and working through both thicknesses, sc in each se across Left Leg: 24 sc. Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, turn; sein Front Loop Only of each se across (Fig. 22, page 138), tuen; working in free loops (Fig. 23a, page 138), 2sc in each se across; do not join, place marker: 72 sc. Rnds 2-12: Sc in each se around. Rnd 13: Sc in next 14 sc, work Cluster in next se, push Cluster to wrong side (belly button), se in each sc around. Rnds 14-16: Sc in each st around, Rnd 17: (Se in nest 10 se, sc decrease) around: 66 se, Rnd 18: Sc in each se around Rnd 19: (Sc in next 9 sc, sc decrease) around: 60 se Rnd 20: Se in each st around. + (Se in next 8 se, se decrea around, Rnd 23: (Sc in next 7 s¢, se decrease) around: 48 se Rnd 24: Se ine Rnd 25: (Sc in next 6 se, se decrease) around: 42 se Rnd 26: Se in each se around. Rnd 27: (Se in next 5 se, se decrease) around: 36 se Rnd 28: Sc in each se around. (Sc in next 4 sc, se decrease) around: 30 se. Rnds 30-32: Sc in each se around; do not finish of Stuff Body HEAD Rnd 1:2 Se in each se around: 60 se. Rnds 2-7: Sc in each se around. se) around: 54 se se around, 56 Rnd 8: Sc in first 23 sc, work Cluster in next se (nose), se in each se around. Rnds 9-19: Repeat Rnds 20-30 of Body: 30 se. Rnd 20: (Se in next sc, se decrease) around: 20 se Stuff Head. Rnd 21: Sc decrease around; slip st in next sc, finish off leaving along end for sewing: 10 se Thread yarn needle with end and weave through remaining sts; gather tightly and secure. RIGHT ARM With MC, ch 18 loosely; being careful not to fist ch, join with slip stto form a ring, Rnd 1 (Right side): Se in each ch around; do not join, place auuker: 18 sc. Rnds 2-7; Sc in each se around. Rnd 8: (Sc in next 7 se, sc decrease) twice: 16 se. Rnd 9: Sc in each se around. fote: Begin working in rows for elbow. Row 1: Sc in next 12 sc, slip st in next se, leave remaining 3 sc unwworked, remove marker Row 2: Turn; skip first slip st, sc in next & se, slip st in next se leave remaining se unworked. Rows 3 and 4: Turn; skip first slip st, sc in next 8 se, slip stin same sc as previous slip st. Note: Begin working in rounds Rad 1: Turn; skip first sip s, se in next 8 se, sein same previous slip st, se in next 6 se on Rnd 9, se in same se as slip st on Row 2; do not join, place marker. Rnds 2-8: Sc in each se around: 16 se. Rnds 9 and 10: (Sc in next 2 sc, sc decrease) around: 9 se Rnd 11: (Sc in nest 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: 12 se. Rnds 12 and 13: Sc in each se around. Rnd 14: Ch 2, skip next 2 sc (for Thumb), sc in each se around: 12 sts Stuff Arm, Rnd 15: Sc in next 2 chs, (sc in next 3 sc, se decrease) twice; «lo not finish off: 10 sts FINGERS Sc in next sc, slip st in next se, ch 5 loosely, se in second cl from hook and in each ch across (finger), fold Rid 15 in half with ch-5 at fold; & matching sts and working through both thicknesses, slip st in next sc, ch 6 loosely, sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across (finger); repeat from once ‘more, slip st in next sc, ch 4 loosely, se in second ch from hook and in each ch across (finger), slip st in last sc; finish off. eas Continued on page 58.Our elegant bandkerchief is fasbioned by adding a dainty edging to a square of linen Triple picot stitches, worked in fine cotton thread, create the feminine trim. Finished Size: Approximately 9° wide ‘MATERIALS Cotton Crochet Thread (size 30), approximately 55 yards Steel crochet hook, size 13 (0.85 mm) Handkerchief linen - 11" square Note: Gauge isnot important. Edging can be smaller or larger ‘without changing the overall effect. PREPARING HANDKERCHIEF Press edges of linen /<' to wrong side; press 4" to wrong side again Note: When working se on first round of Edging, insert hook through linen, V4" from pressed edge. PATTERN STITCHES BEGINNING TRIPLE PICOT Ch 15, slip st in tenth ch from hook, (ch 10, slip st in same ch) twice, TRIPLE PICOT Ch 10, slip st in adjacent loop of previous ‘Triple Pico, ch 5 slip stin tenth ch from hook, (ch 10, sip st in same ch) twice, EDGING Rnd 1 (Right side): With right side of linen facing, join thread wwith slip stin any c ch 1, 2 sc in same corner, work 114 se evenly spaced across to next comer, # 3 sc in next corner, work 114 se evenly spaced across to next corner; repeat from % 2 times more, sc in same cormer as first se; join with slip sto first se: 468 se. Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, (ch 5, skip next 2 se, se in next se) around to last 2 sc, ch 2, sip last 2 se, dein frst se to form last loop: 156 loops. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same loop, work beginning ‘Triple Picat, ch 5, sc in nest loop, ¥ (work Triple Pico, ch 5, ship next Joop, sc in next loop) across to next corner se, work ‘Triple Pico, ch 5, sc in next loop; repeat from + 2 times more, (work Triple Picot, ch 5, skip next loop, sc in next loop) across to last loop, ch 10, slip st in adjacent loop of previous Triple Picot, ch 5, slip st in tenth ch from hook, ch 10, slip stn same ch, ch 5, slip st in adjacent loop of beginning Triple Picot, ch 5, slip st in same ch, ch 5; join with sip so first se, nish off See Washing and Blocking, page 140, 57BABY BROTHER Continue from page 56. : Join MC with se in first skipped se on Rnd 13 of Am Gee Joining With Sc, page 137), sc in next sc, scin free loop of next 2 chs; do not join: 4 sc Rnd 2: Sc in next 2 sc, se decrease LEFT ARM ‘Work same as Right Arm, FINGERS Sc in next 7 sc, slip st in next sc, ch 4 1008 from liook anc! in each ch across (finger), fold Rnd 15 in half wit ch-4 at fold; % matching sts and working through both thicknesses, sip st in next sc, ch 6 loosely, sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across (finger); repeat from once more, slip stin nest sc, ch 5 Toosely, sein second ch from hook and in each ch aeross (finger), slip st in last se; finish off ‘THUMB Work sume as Right Hand, EAR (Make 2) Rnd 1 (Right side): With MC, ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook; do not join, place marker. Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each sc around: 12 se. Joining Rnd: Ch 1, fold Ear in half with ch-1 at fold; matching sis and working through both thicknesses, sc in each se across; finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 6 sc. FINISHING Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Ears to Head. Fold beginning ch of Arm in half; sew each Arm to Body Cut cheeks from pink felt using pattern, Sew to face using pink embroidery floss and Blanket Si (Figs. 354 & b, page 141). ‘Add facial features using blue embroidery loss and Satin St for exes (Fig. 34, page 141) and pink embroidery floss and Oulline St for mouth (Figs. 32a & b, page 141). HAIR Wind CG loosely and evenly around the cardboard until the card is filed, then cut across one end; repeat as needed. ‘Thread tapestry needle with sewing thread. Holding several 3!/2" strands of CC at a time, stitch across center of strands working from side to side on top of Head. (vu MALLARD JAR TOPPER Remind Dad that be's speoiat by giving im a jar of bis favorite goodies topped with this handsome mailard. The miniature duck is lightly stuffed for extra appeal. MATERIALS: Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately: MG (Eeru) - 15 yards Color A (Green) - 5 yards Color B (Brown) - 9 yards Color € (Gold) - 1 yard Crochet hook, size 6 (1.80 mm) oF size needed for gauge Glue 25/s" Circle self-sticking mounting board Ribbons - 14° each color Polyester fiberfill Sewing needle and thread Black embroidery floss GAUGE: Rnds 1 and 2 of Cover PATTERN STITCH DECREASE Pull up a loop in next 2 sis, YO and draw through all 3 Loops on hook (counts as one se). 36 A COVER Rnd 1 (Right side): With MC, ch 4, 17 de in fourth ch from hook; join with slip st to top of beginning ch: 18 st. Note: Loop a short piece of thread around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), de in sume st, 2 de in next de and in each de around: join with slip sto first de: 36 de th 3, de in next 2 de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 3 de, 2-de in nest de) around; join with slip st to first de: 45 de. Rnd 4: Ch 3, de in next 3 dc, 2 de in next de, (dc in next 4 de, 2-de in next de) around; join with slip stto fist de: 54 dc Rnd 5: (h 3, de in next 4 de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 5 de, 2-de in next de) around; join with slip tto first de: 63 de Rad 6: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 6 de, 2 dein next de) around; join with slip st first de, finish of 72 deRnd 1 (Right side): With Color A, ch 2, 6 se in second ch from hhook; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138). Rnd 2: 2 Scin each se around: 12 se. Rnd 3: (Sc in next sc, 2 se in next sc) around: 18 se Rnds 4-7: Sc in each sc around, Rnd 8: (Decrease, sc in next se) around: 12 sc. Rad 9: Sc in each se around; drop Color A, slip st in next se changing to MC (Fig. 246, page 138) Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in each se around; cut MC, join with slip st to first se changing to Color A. Rnd 11: Gh 1, se in each se around: join with slip st to first sc, finish of BODY Row 1: With right side facing, join Color B with slip st in same tas joining, ch 17 loosely; sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across; sc in next 12 sc of Head; working in free loops of beginning ch (Hig. 23b, page 138), sc in next 16 chs, do not join: 44 sc Row 2: Tumn; slip st in first 3 sc, ch 1, working in Front Loops Only (Pig. 22, page 138), sc in same st and in next 18 se, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc in next 19 se, leave last 2 sc unworked: 42 se, Row 3: Ch I, turn; se in Back Loop Only of each se across. Row 4: Turn; slip st in first 3 sc, ch 1, se in Front Loop Only of same st and in each se across to last 2 se, leave last 2 unworked: 38 se Row 5: Ch 1, turn; sc in Back Loop Only of each se across Rows 6 and 7: Repeat Rows 4 and 5: 34 sc Finish off. se BEAK With Color C, ch 4, slip st in second ch from hook, sc in last 2 chs; finish off FINISHING Sew Beak to Head, With embroidery floss, add French Knot eyes (Fig. 37, page 142). Stuff Mallard lightly and sew to right side of Gover Attach Cover to mounting board Tie ribbons around jar ld 50TULIP DOILY Featuring a charming tulip design, this bexagon-shaped doily brings Victorian elegance fo any room. The old-fashioned piece is worked using bedspread ‘weight cotton thread and finished with an edging of dainty picots Finished Siz proximately 13" in diameter MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Gotton Thread (size 10) approximately 135 yards Steel crochet hook, size 3 (2.10 mm) or size needed for gauge GAUGE: Rnds 1 = lp" PATTERN STITCHES DECREASE (uses next 2 dc) YO, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hooks; repeat from > once more, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one de). DOUBLE DECREASE (uses next 3 de) + YO, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + 2 times ‘more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook (counts as one de) CLUSTER (uses next 6 de) + YO, insert hook in next de, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + 5 tines more; YO and draw trough all 7 loops on hook (Figs. 11a & b, page 134). Ch 6; join with stip sto form a ring, Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, (sc in ring, ch 3) 6 times; join with slip st to first se Rad 2: Sip sin first ch-3 sp, ch 1, (Sc, ch 3) twice in same sp and in each ch-3 sp around; join with sip sto first se: 12 ch-3 sps. Rnds 3 and 4: Slip sin first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sein same sp, ch 3, (sc in nest ch-3 sp, ch 3) around; join with slip st to first se. Rnd 5: Slip stin first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sein same sp, (ch 6, se in next ch-3 sp) around, ch 3, de in fist sc to form: last loop. Rad 6: Ch 1, se in same loop, (ch 6, se in nest loop) around, ch 3, de in frst se to form last loop. Rad 7: Ch 1, sc in same loop, (ch 7, se in next loop) around, ch 3, tin fist sc to form list loop. Rnd 8: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and through: (2de, ch 3, 3 de) in same sp, ch 6, sein next loop, ch 6, 60 3, 3 dc) in neat loop, ch 6, sc in next loop, ch 6: repeat from 4 around; join with slip st to first de: 6 se Rnd 9: Ch 3, de in same st, 2 de in each of next 2 de, ch 3, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in each of next 3 de, ch 3, (sc in next loop, ch 3) twice, % 2 de in each of next 3 de, ch 3, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2 de in each of next 3 de, ch 3, (Se in next Joop, ch 3) ovice; repeat from % around; join with slip st to first de Rnd 10: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, de in next 6 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, eh 3) twice, din next 6 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3 repeat from 4 around; join with slip st to first de Rad 11: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 de in nest ch-3 sp, ch 3, dc in next 6 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) twice, % dc in next 6 de, ch 3, skip next ch-3 sp, 2 de in next c-3 sp, ch 3, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) ovice; repeat from > around: join with slip sto frst de. Rnd 12: Ch 3, de in next 5 de, ch 3, de in next 2 de, ch 3, de in next 6 de, ch 3, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times, + de in next 6 de, ch 3, de in next 2 de, ch 3, de in next 6 de, ch 3 (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 3 times; repeat from + around; join with slip sto first de Rnd 13: Ch 2, de in next de, decrease twice, ch 4, 3 de in next de, ch 3, 3 de in nest de, ch 4, decrease 3 times, ch 3, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times, % decrease 3 times, ch 4, 3 de in nest de, ch 3, 3 dc in next dc, ch 4, decrease 5 times, ch 3, (Ge in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 4 times; repeat from + around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip sto frst de Rud 14: Ch 2, decrease, ch 3, 2 de in each of next 3 de, ch 1, 3 de in nest ch-3 sp, ch 1, 2 de in each of next 3 dc, ch 3, work double decrease, ch 3, (sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times, % work double decrease, ch 3, 2 dc in each of nest § de, ch 1 3 de in nest ch-3 sp, ch 1, 2 de in each of next 3 de, ch 3, work double decrease, ch 3, (sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 5 times repeat from 9 around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip st to top of first decrease. Rnd 15: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 3, decrease 3 times, ch 3, 2 de in each of nest 3 de, ch 3, decrease 3 times, cit 3, # (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 8 times, decrease 3 times, ch 3, 2 de in each of next 3 de, ch 3 decrease 3 times, ch 3; repeat from 9 around to last 7 ¢h-3 sps, (sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 7 times; join with slip sto firstsRnd 16: Slip sin first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sein same sp, ch 3, work double decrease, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 4, work Cluster, 4, sein next ch-3 sp, ch 3, work double decrease, ch 3, 4 (6c in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 9 tines, work double decrease, ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 4, work Cluster, ch 4, se in next 3, work double decrease, ch 3; repeat from + 8 ch3 sps, (se in next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 8 times: join with slip st to first se Rnd 17: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 3, sein next ch-3 sp, (ch 5, slip stn third ch from hook, ch 2, se in niext ch-3 sp) 3 times, + (ch 3, se in next ch-3 sp) 11 times, (ch 5, slip stin third ch from hook, ch 2, se in next ch-3 sp) 3 times; repeat from % around to last 9 ch-3 sps, ch 3, (se in ‘next ch-3 sp, ch 3) 9 times; join with slip st to first se. Rnd 18: Ch 9, (tr in next se, ch $) around; join with slip st to fourth ch of beginning ch-9: 84 loops. Rad 19: Ch 9, (tr in next tr, ch 5) around; join with slip st to fourth ch of beginning ch-9. Rnd 20: Slip st in first loop, ch 1, (3 se, ch 3, sip stin third ch from hook, 3 sc) in same loop and in each loop around; join with sip sto first se, finish off. See Washing and Blocking, page 140, otCOUNTRY BREAD CLOTH Cheer up a special friend with a batch of bomemade muffins delivered in a basket lined with this country bread eloth, The cozy warmer is crafied by adding a colorfl edging, crocheted with bedspread weight colton thread, to a coordinating plaid fabric square. Finished e: Approximately 21” square MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 265 yards Steel crochet hook, sive 6 (1.80 mim) oF size needed for gauge Fabric - 17" square Washable fabric marker Sewing needle and thread GAUGE: 16 de and 8 rows = 2" PREPARING BREAD CLOTH Press edges of fabric Vs" to wrong side; press 1" to wrong side again, Hem with matching sewing thread. Along each side of square, make a mark at every inch. With a single strand of bedspread weight cotton thread, make 4 hackslitches between each inch mark on fabric (Figs. 36a & b, page 141): 64 sis each side. PATTERN STITCH ‘CLUSTER % YO twice, insert hook in loop indicated, YO and pull up a loop, (¥O and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice; repeat from + 2 times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & 6, page 134). EDGING Rnd 1 (Right side): With right side of fabric facing, join thread st in first backstitch before any corner; ch 8 (counts, as first de plus ch 5, now and throughout), * 2 dc in cach backstitch across to within one backsttch of next corner, 3 de in lst buckstitch, ch 5; repeat from % 2 times more, 2 de in each backstitch across, 2 de in same backstitch as beginning ch-8; join with stip sto first dc: 129 de each side. Rnd 2: Slip tin first corner ch-5 sp, ch 8, de in same sp, ch I, dein nest dc, eh 1, % (skip next de, de in next de, ch 1) across to next corner ch-5 sp, (de, ch 5, dc) in comer ch-5 sp, ch 1, dein next de, ch 1; repeat from + 2 times more, (skip next de, dein next de, ch 1) across; join with slip st to first de: (66 eh-1 sps each side. o Rnd 3: Slip st in frst corner ch-5 sp, ch 8, 2 de in same sp, de in each de and in each ch-1 sp across to next comer ch-5 sp, (2 de, ch 5, 2 dc) in corner ch-5 sp, de in each de and in each ch-I sp across to next comer ch-5 sp; repeat from * around, de in same corner as beginning ch-8; join with slip st to first de: 137 dee Rnd 4: Repeat Rnd 2: 70 ch-1 sps each si Rnd 5: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), (2 de, ch 5, 2 de) in first comer ch-5 sp, * + de in next de, de in next ch-1 sp, de in next de, ch 5, skip next 2 ch sps, se in next ch-1 sp, (se in next de, sc in next ch-1 sp) 3 times, ch 5, skip next 2 de, de in next de, de in next ch-1 sp #, repeat from, + to # across to within one de of next comer ch-5 sp, dein next de, (2 de, ch 5, 2 de) in next corner ch-5 sp; repeat from ‘& 2 times more, then repeat from + to + across; join with slip stto first de. Rad 6: Slip st in next 2 de, ch 3, (2 de, ch 5, 2 de) in first commer ch-5 sp, dc in next de, ch 3, % + skip next 3 de, de in next dc, 2 de in next ch-5 sp, ch 5, skip next sc, sc in next 5 sc, ch, 2 de in next ch-5 sp, de in next de, ch 3 4, repeat from # to F across to within 4 de of next corner ch-S sp, skip next 3 de, de in next de, (2 de, ch 5, 2 de) in next comer ch-5 s dein next de, ch 3; repeat from 3 2 times more, then repeat from + to across to last 3 dc, skip last 3 de; join with slip st to first de Rnd 7: Slip st in next 2 de, ch 3, (2 de, ch 5, 2.de) in first comer ch-5 sp, de in nest de, ch 5, sein nest ch-3 sp, ch 5, > ¥ skip next 2 de, dc in next de, 2 de in next ch-5 sp, ch 5, skip next sc, sc in next 3 se, ch 5, 2 de in next ch-5 sp, de in next de, ch 5, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5%, repeat from + to + across to within 3 de of next corner ch-5 sp, skip next 2 de, de in nest de, (2 de, ch 5, 2 dc) in next corner ch-5 sp, de in next de, ch 5, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5; repeat from 2 times more, then repeat from + to # across to last 2 de, skip last 2 de; join “with slip st to first de. Rnd 8: Slip st in next 2 de, ch 3, (2 de, ch 5, 2 de) in ist corner ch-5 sp, de in next de, ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 7, se in next ch-5 sp, ch 5, + skip next 2 de, de in next de, 2 de in next ch-5 sp, ch 5, skip next se, sc in next se, cl 5, 2 de in next civ5 sp, de in next de, et 5, se in next ch-5 sp, ch 7, se in nest ch sp, ch 5 #, repeat from 10 + across to within 3 de ofnext 5 dc in nest de, (2 de, ch 5, skip next ch-5 sp, (work Cluster, ch 3) 5 times in next loop 4 2 de) in next comer ch-5 sp, de in next de, ch 5, se in next repeat from + to + across to within 3 de of next comer ch-5 sp, ch-5 sp, ch 7, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 5; repeat from * 2 times skip next 2 de, de in next de, (2 de, ch 5, 2 dc) in next corner more, then repeat from + 10 $ across to lat 2 de, skip last ch-5 sp, dein next de, ch 3, skip next ch-5 sp, (work Cluster, 2 de; join with slip st to first dc ch 3) 5 times in next loop; repeat from + 2 times more, then Rnd 9: Slip stin next 2 de, ch 3, (2 de, eh 5, 2 de) in frst repeat from + to + across to last 2 de, skip last 2 de; join with comer ch-5 sp, dc in next de, ch 3, skip next ch-5 sp, (work slip st to first de, finish oft Cluster, ch 3) 5 times in next loop, + skip next 2 de, de in next de, 2 dc in each of next 2 ch-5 sps, de in next de, ch 3, SE a a aejust for fun These innovative designs give you lots of fun ideas for accenting your life with crochet. You'll find several projects, like our seasonal magnets, that are not only quick to stitch, but they also help you use up scrap yarn. There's even a clever rug that you can craft from recycled plastic bags! This whimsical collection provides a variety of ways to enjoy your stitching time. KID-PLEASING PLAID AFGHAN Fashioned with fiun in mind, this revers ble plaid afehan is worked in kid-pleasing colors. Stripes of yellou, green, white, and blue crisscross the bright red throw, creating the look of tartan laid. A playfil accent for a child's room, the heavy, durable cover-up will be enjoyed for years ‘nished Size: Approximately 48" x 67" MATERIALS Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: ‘MC (Red) - 29 ounces, (820 grams, 1,905 yards) Color A (White) - 4/1 ounces, (130 grams, 295 yards) Color B (Blue) - 6 ounces, (170 grams, 395 yards) Color C (Yellow) - 3 ounces, (90 grams, 200 yards) Color D (Green) - 24/2 ounces, (70 grams, 165 yards) Crochet hook, size 1 (5.00 min) or size needed for gauge GAUGE: 15 tr BODY With MC, ch 184 loosely Row 1 (Right side): Trin fifth ch from hook (4 skipped chs count as first te), «rin next 8 chs, % + ch 2, skip next 2 chs, tin next 7 chs, ch 2, (skip next 2 chs, tr in next ch, ch 2) twice, skip next 2 chs F tr in next 31 chs, ch 2, skip next 2 chs, trin next ch, eh 2, skip next 2 chs, tr in next 19 chs; repeat from % once more, then repeat from + t0 + once, tr in each ch across: 149 tr, nd 5 rows = 4 ot Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right side and bottom edge. Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as first tr, now and throughout), turn; tr in next 9 tr, % ch 2, (Skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next t, ch 2) wvice, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next 7 tr, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in nest 19 t, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next t, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next 31 tt; repeat from * once hen repeat from to F once, trin each st across, : Ch 4, turn; tr in next 9 tr, & ¥ ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp rin next 7 tr, ch 2, (skip next ch-2 sp, trin next tr, ch 2) twice, skip next ch-2 sp ¥, trin next 31 tr, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in nest tr, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in nest 19 tr; repeat from 4 once more, ten repeat from + {0 ¥ once, tr in exch tr across. Row 4: Repeat Row 2 Row 5 (lyelet row): Ch 6 (counts as first tr plus ch 2, now and throughout), turn; skip next 2 tr in next tr (ch 2, skip next 2, tr in next tr) twice, + # ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next tr (ch 2, skip next 2 tr, in next tr) twice, (ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next tr) 3 times F, (ch 2, skip nest 2 tr, trin next tr) 10 times, (ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, trin next tr) tice (ch 2, skip next 2 t,t in next tr) 6 times; repeat from * once ‘more, then repeat from + to # once, (ch 2, skip next 2 tr, tr in next tr) across: 60 ch-2 sps =Rows 6 and 7 (Eyelet rows): Ch 6, turn; skip next ch-2 sp, in next tr, (ch 2, skip ne sp, tt in next tr) across. Row 8: Ch 4, turn; (tr in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) 3 times, & + (ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next tr) 3 times, (tr in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) twice, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next tr, (ir in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) 6 times, (ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, ‘tr in next tr) twice, (tr in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) 10 times; repeat from * once more, then repeat from + to + once, (tr in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) across: 149 tr Rows 9-17: Repeat Row 3 once, then repeat Rows 2 and 3, 4 times more. Row 18 (Eyelet row): Ch 6, turn; skip next 2 tr, tr in next tr (ch 2, skip next 2 tr, trin next tr) bvice, * # (ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next tr) 3 times, (ch 2, skip next 2 ty tr in next tr) twice, ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, rin next tr, (ch 2, skip next 2 tr (rin next tr) 6 times, (ch 2, ship next ch-2 sp, te in next tr) twice, (ch 2, skip next 2 tr, wr in next tr) 10 times; repeat from once more, then repeat from + (0 + once, (ch 2, skip next 2 tr, tr in next tr) across: 60 ch-2 sps Rows 19 and 20: Repeat Rows 7 and 8, Rows 21-25: Repeat Row 3 once, then repeat Rows 2 and 3 twice Row 26: Repeat Row 18. Row 27: Ch 4, turn; (tr in next 2 cs, tr in next tr) 3 times, 4 ch 2, skip nest ch-2 sp, tr in next tr, (or in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) twice, (ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next tr) 3 times +, (ir in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) 10 times, (ch 2, skip next ch-2 sp, tr in next tr) twice, (tr in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) 6 times; repeat from * once more, then repeat from + 10 F once, (ur in next 2 chs, tr in next tr) across. Row 28: Repeat Row 2 Rows 29-83: Repeat Rows 5 ‘once more Finish off STRIPES ‘Note: Always join yarn and finish off leaving a 4” end for fringe, 28 twice, then repeat Rows 5-11 Referring to Placement Diagram for color placement, work all Vertical Lines of one color and then all Horizontal Lines of the same color. Work colors in the following sequence: White, Blue, Yellow, Green. 06 PLACEMENT DIAGRAM VERTICAL LINE Front Stripe: Hold afghan with right side facing and top edge toward you; working upward, join yarn with slip st around first ch-2; (ch 3 loosely, sc around next skipped ch-2) across; finish off Back Stripe: Hold afghan with wrong side facing and hottom edge toward you; working to left of Front Stripe and around same skipped ch-2, join yarn with slip st around skipped ch-2 of beginning ch; working upward, (ch 3 loosely, sc around neat skipped ch-2) across; finish off HORIZONTAL LINE. Front Stripe: Hold afghan with right side facing and bottom, cdge toward the left join yarn with slip st around post of frst of Eyelet row; working upward, (ch 3 loosely, sc around post of next tr) across; finish off. Back Stripe: Hold afghan with wrong side facing and bottom ccdge toward the left; working to right of Front Stripe and around same t, join yarn with sip st around post of first tr; working upvvard, (ch 3 loosely, se around post of next tr) across; finish of Add additional fringe to each end of every Stripe Line around afghan using 3 strands of matching color, each 9° long (Figs. 304 & b, page 140), and add fringe to both ends of afghan, evenly spacing fringe between Stripes and using 4 strands of MC, each 9° longSUNFLOWER BASKET Pick our pretty s unflower basket to bring nature's delights indoors! The petals of the cheery carrier are stiffened and slightly curved to form a shallow basket. It’s perfect for displaying on your table. Finished § proximately 9° in diameter after shaping and 6" tall MATERIALS: Cotton Crochet Thread (size 3), approximately: MC (Gold) - 110 yards Color A (Brown) - 10 yards Color B (Green) - 22 yards Steel crochet hook, size 0 (3.25 min) oF size needed for gauge 3- 18" lengths of 22 gauge wire Tapestry needle Starching materials: Commercial fabric stiffener blocking board, plastic wrap, resealable plastic bag, 9 plastic foam ring, terry towel, paper towels, and stainless steel pins GAUGE: Rnds 1-5 = PATTERN STITCHES GROSS ST Skip next de, dc in next dc, working around last de, de in skipped de (Fig. 2). Fig. 1 DECREASE (uses next 2 de) + YO, insert hook in next st, YO and pull up a loop, YO ar draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from * once more, YO and drave through all 3 loops on hook. nd o7BOTTOM With Color A, ch 6; join with slip sto form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 3, (hde, ch 1) 7 times in ring; join with slip st to second ch of beginning ch-3: 8 ch-1 sps Note: Loop a short piece of thread around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: Slip st in first ch-l sp, ch 3, hdc in same sp, (hde, ch 1, fade) in next ch-1 sp and in each ch-1 sp around; join with slip st to second ch of beginning ch-3: 8 chet sps Rnd 3: Slip st in first ch-1 sp, ch 3, hde in same sp, ch 2, % (ide, ch 1, hd) in next ch-1 sp, ch 2; repeat from ¥ around; join with slip st second ch of beginning ch-3: 16 sps, Rand 4: Slip stn first ch-1 sp, ch 3, hde in same sp, ch 1, (hdc, ch 1) twice in next sp and in each sp around; join with slip stto second ch of beginning ch-3, finish off: 32 ch-L sps. Rnd 5: With right side facing and working in Back Loops Only (Fig. 22, page 138), join MC with slip st in same st as joining; ch 1, se in same st and in each ch and in each hde around; join with slip sto first se: 64 se Rnd 6: Ch 3 (counts as first dc, now and throughout), ‘working in both loops, de in same st and in next 6 se, * 2 de in each of next 2 sc, de in next 6 sc; repeat from + around to last se, 2 de in lasts; join with slip st to first de: 80 de Rnd 7: Ch 3, dein next de, work 3 Cross Sis, de in next 2 de, ch 2, 4 de in next 2 de, work 3 Gross Si, dc in next 2 de, ch 2 repeat from + around; join with slip sto first dc: 8 Rnd 8: Ch 5, turn; 2 de in next dc, de in nest de, work 3 Cross Sts, de in nest de, # 2 de in next de, ch 2, 2 de in next de, de in next de, work 3 Cross Sts, de in next de; repeat from 4 around, dein same st as beginning ch-5; join with slip st to third ch of beginning ch-5 de in same st, work 5 Cross Sis, 2 de in next dc, ch 3, * 2 de in next de, work 5 Cross Sts, 2 de in next de, ci 3: repeat from + around: join with sip st to first de. Rad 10: Ch 3, turn; working around beginning ch-3, de in st to the right, ch 3, (work 7 Gross Sts, ch 3) 7 mes, work 6 Cross Sts; join with slip stto first de Rnd 11: Ch 3, tun; working around beginning ch-3, de in st to the right, work 6 Gross Sts, ch 3, (work 7 Gross Sts, ch 3) around; join with slip st to frst de Rad 12: Ch 3, turn; working around beginning ch-3, dc in st to the right, ch 4, (work 7 Gross Sts, ch 4) 7 times, work. 6 Gross Sty; join with slip st to first de, do not finish off FIRST PETAL Row 1: Slip st in next de, ch 2, turn; de in next de, work 5 Cross Sts, decrease, leave remaining sts unworked. 68 Row 2: Ch 2, turn; decrease, work 3 Cross Sts, decrease, hd in next de, leave turning ch unworked. Row 3: Ch 2, turn; de in next st, work 3 Cross Sis, decrease; finish off REMAINING 7 PETALS Row 1: With right side facing, join MC with slip st in first unworked de on Rnd 12; ch 2, dc in next de, work 5 Cross Sts, decrease, leave remaining sts unvworked. Rows 2 and 3: Work same as First Petal; on last Petal, do not finish oft. EDGING Ch 1, do not turn; working in end of rows, % 2 se in each of first 3 rows, 4 sc in next ch-4 sp, 2 sc in each of next 3 rows, S¢ in next 8 sts; repeat from around; join with slip sto frst sc, finish of. HANDLE CENTER SECTION Fold up 1" on each end of wire and twist to secure, With Color B, ch 91 loosely. Row 1 (Right side): Working over first wire (Fig. 25, ‘page 138), sc in back ridge of second ch from hook andl in ceach ch across (Fig. 2a, page 133); finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 90 se Note: Mark last rows as right side. FIRST SIDE Foundation Chain: With right side facing, join Color B with slip st in tenth sc from left edge, ch 9 loosely; finish of. With sight side facing, join Color B with slip st in tenth se from right edge, ch 10 loosely. Row 1: Working over second wire, sc in hack ridge of second iu from hook and in next 8 chs, sc in same sc as joining and in ceach se across t0 Foundation Chain, se in same se as joining, sc in back ridge of last 9 chs; finish off leaving « long end for sewing: 90 sc. SECOND SIDE ‘Working in both loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138), work same as First Side, FINISHING Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Handle to Bottom, joining Center Section to center 2 sc between Petals and joining First and Second Sides to side of Petals leaving 5 sc from Center Section free. See Starching and Blocking, page 143.Bes PINCUSHION BONNET 1 Pretty as a spring bonnet, this dainty pincushion keeps pins and needles safely in one spot. Sewing enthusiasts will love the notion, which is worked in bedspread weight cotton thread and lightly stuffed before finishing. A delicate floral spray lends a charming touch, Finished Si MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 120 yards Steel crochet hook, size 6 (1.80 mm) or size needed for gauge Polyester fiberfill ‘Tapestry needle Finishing materials: Ribbon, flowers GAUGE: Rnds 1 and 2 of Cushion Approximately 6° in diameter PATTERN STITCH DECREASE (uses next 2 sis) > YO, insert hook in next st, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from % once ‘more, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one de), CUSHION Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 4, 15 de in fourth ch from hooks; join with slip st to top of beginning ch: 16 sts Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as frst de, now and throughout), dc in same st, 2 de in each de around; join with slip to first de; 32 de Rnd 3: Ch 3, de in same stand in next de, (2 dc in next de, de in next de) around; join with slip st to first de: 48 de. Rnd 4: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 2 de, (2 de in next dc, de in next 2 dc) around: join with slip sto fist de: 64 de. Rad 5: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 3 de, (2 de in next dc, dein next 3 de) around; join with slip st to Back Loop Only of first de (Fig. 22, page 138): 80 de. Rnd 6: Ch 3, de in Back Loop Only of next de and in each de around; join with slip st to both loops of first de. Rnds 7-9: Ch 3, dc in both loops of next de and in each de around; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 10: Ch 3, dc in next de and in each de around; join with, slip st to Back Loop Only of first de 09Rnd 11: Ch 2, working in Back Loops Only, de in next 4 de, (decrease, de in next 3 de) around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip st to both Loops of first de: 64 de. Rad 12: Ch 2, working in both loops, de in next 3 de, (decrease, de in next 2 de) around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip st to first de: 48 de. Stuif Cushion lightly and shape. Rnd 13: Ch 2, de in nest 2 de, (decrease, dein next de) around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip sto first dc: 32 de. Rnd 14: Ch 2, de in next de, decrease around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip st to fist de: 16 de. Rnd 15:Ch 2, de in next st, decrease around; skip beginning ch-2 and join with sip stto first dc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 8 de. Add additional stufing, if necessary: Thread needle with end and weave through remaining sts; gather tightly and secure. ‘TRIM With top toward you and working in free loops on Rnd 5 (Fig. 23a, page 138), join thread with slip st in any de; ch 1, working from left to right, work reverse se in each st around (Figs. 19a-d, page 136); join wit slip st frst st, finish off BRIM Rnd 1: With top toward you and working in free loops on Rnd 10, join thread with slip stin any de; ch 3, de in next ch 3, skip next 2 de, (de in next 2 de, ch 3, skip next 2 de) around; join with slip st to first de: 20 ch-3 sp Rnd 2: Ch 3, dein nest de and in next ch, ch 3, skip next ch, dein next ch, % dein next 2 de and in next ch, ch 3, skip next ch, de in next ch; repeat from 9 around; join with slip st to first de: 80 de. Rad 3: Ch 3, de in nest 2 de and in next ch, eh 3, skip next ch, de in next ch, + de in next 4 de and in next ch, ch 3, skip next ch, de in next ch; repeat from + around to last de, de in last de; join with slip st to first de: 120 de, Rnd 4: Ch 3, de in next 3 de and in next ch, ch 3, skip next ch, de in nest ch, # de in nest 6 dc and in next eh, ch 3, skip next ch, de in next ch; repeat from around to last 2 de, de in last 2 de; join with slip st to first dc: 160 dc, Rnd 5: Ch 3, de in next 4 de, ch 3, skip next 2 chs, de in next ch, ch 3, 4 skip next 2 de, de in nest 6 ce, ch 3, skip next 2-chs, de in next ch, ch 3; repeat from * around to last 3 dc, skip next 2 de, dein last de; join with slip st to frst dc; 140 de. Rnd 6: Slip stin next de, ch 3, dc in next 3 de, ch 3, (skip next 2 chs, dc in next ch, ch 3) twice, skip next 2 de, # de in next 4 de, ch 3, (ship next 2 chs, de in next ch, ch 3) twice skip next 2 dc; repeat from around; join with slip st to first de; 120 de. Rnd 7: Slip stin next 2 de, ch 3, de in next de, ch 3, (skip next 2 chs, dc in next ch, ch 3) 3 times, skip next 2 de, dein next 2 de, ch 3, (skip next 2 chs, de in next ch, ch 3) 3 times, skip next 2 de; repeat from > around; join ith slip st to fist de: 80 ch-3 sps Rnd 8: Ch 1, sein same st and in next de, 3 se in each of next 4 ch-3 sps, % se in next 2 de, 3 sc in each of next 4 ch-3 sps; repeat from % around; join with slip st to fist sc, finish of FINISHING Using photo as. guide for placement, place ribbon around Cushion and glue in place. Add overs and bows as desired, (Jw COLORFUL BAG RUG Tnique bome fashions are in the bag — or rather, made out of them — when you craft this colorfil bath mat using plastic bags and a jumbo book! Worked in rounds of double croches, the eye-catching rug can be created fom new garbage bags or recycled shopping bags. Finished Size: 24° in diameter MATERIALS: Plastic Garbage or Shopping Bag Strips, approximately MC (Red) - 100 yards OC (White) - 70 yards Crochet hook, size § Optional: Rotary cutter and mat 70 PREPARING PLASTIC STRIPS Jay each bag lat on a hard surface and cut bottom and handles (Gf'any) off. Do not cut sides. Cut aeross each bag forming 6" wide strips (Fig. Za, page 71), ending with a circle of plastic (Fig. 16, page 71). Note: § rotary cutter and mat can be used to cut approximately 10 bags atthe same timeanother strip and then back through itself (Fig. Ze); pul tightly to form knot Fig. la GAUGE: Rads 1 and 2 = 7!/2" Rnd 1 (Right side): With CC, ch 4, 9 de in fourth ch from hhook; join with stip st to top of beginning ch: 10 sts. Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), de in same st, 2 de in nest de and in each de around; join with slip st to first de changing to MC (Fig. 246, page 138): 20 de. Rnd 3: Ch 3, de in same st and in next de, (2 de in next de, de in next de) around; join with slip st to first de: 30 de. Rnd 4: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 2 de, (2 de in next de, de in next 2 de) around; join with slip stto first de changing to 10 de. Rad 5: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 4 de, (2 de in next de, dc in nest 4 de) around; join with slip sto first de: 48 de. Rad 6: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 3 de, (2 de in nest de, de in next 3 dc) around; join with slip st to first dc changing to MC: 60 de. Rad 7: Ch 3, de in next de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 2 de, 2-de in next de) around; join with sip st to first de: 80 de. Rad 8: Ch 1, sc in sume st and in next de, hdc in next de, de in next de, hdc in next de, * sc in next 2 de, hde in next de, de in next de, hde in next de; repeat from ¥ around; join with stip st to first sc, finish off nmPLAYTIME DINOSAUR Ada adventure to a child's day with this “dino-riffic” dinosaur! Sure to stimulate young imaginations, the prehistoric pl Finished Size: Approximately 28" long x 10° high MATERIALS 100% Cotton Fabric, 44/45" wide, approximately: ‘MC (Brown) - 71/2 yards Color A (Tan) - 4 yards Color B (Black) - 1/6 yard Grochet hook, size K (6.50 mm) or size needed for gauge 2- 18 mm eyes Polyester fberil Yarn needle Sewing needle and thread Prepare fabric snd cut into 1” strips (see Preparing Fabric Strips and Joining Fabric Strips, page 139). GAUGE: 8 sc and 8 rows PATTERN STITCH DECREASE Pull up a loop in nest 2 sts, YO and dravr through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one sc) HEAD AND BODY Rnd 1 (Right side): With MC, ch 2, 6 se in second ch from hook; do not join, place fabric marker (see Markers, page 138). Rnd 2: (Se in nest se, 2 se in next se) around: 9 se. Rad 3: Sc in next 2 se, 2 sc in next sc, # sc in next se changing to Color B (Fig. 24a, page 138), sc in next se changing (0 MC, 2 se in next sc; repeat from * once more: si Rand 4: Sc in next 6 se, 3 se in next sc, sc in next se, 3 se in next s¢, c in next 3 se; 16 sc Rnd 5: (Se in nest § se, decrease) twice, sein next 2 sc: 14 se, Rnd 6: Sc in each se around. Rnd 7: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: 21 se Rnd 8: $c in each se around. Rnd 9: Sc in nest 14 se, 4 se in next se, sc in next 6 se: 24 se Rnds 10-13: Sc in each se around Rnd 14: (Sc in next 4 sc, decrease) around: 20 se. Rnd 15: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 16: (Se in next 3 sc, decrease) around: 16 sc. nr tate is crocheted with fabric strips and stufjed. Rnds 17 and 18: Sc in each se around. Rad 19: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: 20 se Rnd 20: Sc in next se, 2 sc in next sc, se in next LL sc, 2 sc in next s¢, (sc in next sc, 2 sc in nest sc) 3 times: Rnd 21: Sc in each s¢ around. Rnd 22: 2 Sc in next se, sc in next 16 se, (2 sc in next se, se in next sc) 4 times: 30 se. Rnds 23 and 24: Sc in each se around. Rnd 25: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) twice, sc in next 13 se, 2 sc in next sc, (sc in next se, 2 sc in next sc) 6 times: 39 se. Rnds 26-30: Sc in each sc around. Rad 31: Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 16 se, (2 se in next sc, sc in next 3 sc) 5 times: 45 se. Rnds 32-35: Sc in each se around; at end of Rnd 3: slip sin next sc finish off leaving a long end for sewing TAIL Rnd ‘ith MC, ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook; do not join, place marker Rnd 2: (2 Se in next sc, sc in next Rnds 3 and 4: Se in each se around. Rnd 5: (2 Se in next sc, sc in next 2 se) around: 12 se Rads 6 and 7: Sc in each sc around, Rad 2 Sc in next se, se in next 3 sc) around: 15 sc. Rnds 9 and 10: Sc in each se around. Rnd 11: (2 Sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc) around: 18 sc. Rads 12-15: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 16: Sc in next 16 sc, leave remaining 2 sc unworked. Note: Begin working in rows. Row 1: Ch 1, turn; decrease, sc in next 12 sc, decrease: 14 se, Rows 2-5: Ch 1, turn; decrease, sc in each se across t0 last 2 se, decrease: 6 se. Note: Begin working in rounds. Rad 1: Ch 1, turn; sein each se across; work 6 sc evenly spaced across end of rows; sc in next 2 se on Rnd 15; work 6 se evenly spaced across end of rows; do not join, place marker: 20 se. Rnd 2: (Se in nest 4 se, 2 sc in next sc) around: Rnds 3 and 4: Sc in each se around, Note: Begin working in rows, Row 1: Sc in next 2 sc, leave remaining 22 se unworked. Row 2: Ch 1, turn: decrease, se in next 18 se, decrease, leave remaining 2 se unworked: 20 sc around; 9 se.Rows 3-8: Ch 1, turn; decrease, sc in each sc across to last 2 se, decrease; place marker around last st worked on Row 8: 8 se Note: Begin working in round Rnd 1: Ch 1, turn; sc in each work 8 se evenly spaced across end of rows; sc in next 2 sc on Row 1; work 7 se evenly spaced across end of rows; do nat join, place marker: 25 se. Rnd 2: (Sc in next 4 se, 2 sc in next se) around: 30 se. Rnd 3: Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 13 se, next sc, (sc in next 3 sc, 2 se in next sc) 3 times: 35 sc. Rnd 4: Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next se, s¢ in next 14 se, next sc, (sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc) 3 times: 40 se, Rad 5: Sc in next 4 se, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 19 se, 2 sc in next sc, (Sc in next 4sc, 2 se in next sc) 3 times; slip st in next sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 45 se RIGHT BACK LEG Rnd 1: With Color A, ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook; do not join, place marker. Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each sc around: 12 sc. : (Se in next 2 se, 2 sc in next sc) around: 16 se acros Rad 4: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around; slip stin next se: 20 se Rnd 5: Ch 1, turn; sc in FLO of first 3 sc (Fig. 22, page 138). (slip st, ch 2, de, ch 2, slip st) in BLO of next se (toe), # se in FLO of next sc, (slip st, ch 2, de, ch 2, slip st) in BLO of next se (toe); repeat from > 2 times more, sc in FLO of last 10 sc; join with slip sto first se: 4 toes Rod th 1, turn; sc in both loops of first 10 se, hde in free loop of next sc on Rnd 4 (behind toe) (Fig. 23a, page 138), (sc in next sc, hdc in free loop of next se on Rnd 4) 3 times, sc in last 3 se; join with slip st to first se changing to MC (Fig. 24b, page 138), place marker: 20 sts. Rnds 7-10: Sc in each se around. Note: Begin working in rows. Row 1: Sc in next 6 sc, remove marker, ch 1, turn; decrease, se in next 13 sc, decrease, leave remaining 3 sc unworked: 15 sc. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; se in each se across. Row 3: Ch 1, turn; decrease, se in each sc across to last 2 sc decrease: 13 se. Rows 4-11: Repeat Rows 2 and 3, 4 times; at end of Row 11 finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 5 sc 15LEFT BACK LEG Rnds 1-10: Work sane as Right Back Leg Note: Begin working in rows. Row 1: Sc in next se, ch 1, turn; decrease, se decrease, leave remaining 3 se unworked: 15 Rows 2-L1: Work same as Right Back Leg LEFT FRONT LEG Rnd 1: With Color A, ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook; do not join, place marker. Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each se around: 12 se. Rnd 3: (Sc in nest sc, 2 sc in next sc) around; slip st in next, se: 18 se Rnd 4: Ch 1, turn; se in FLO of first 2 sc, (slip st, ch 2, de, ch 2, slip st) in BLO of next se (toe), # sc in FLO of next se, (slip st, ch 2, de, ch 2, sip st) in BLO of next se (toe); repeat from % 2 times more, sc in FLO of last 9 sc; join with slip st to first sc: 4 toes, Rnd 5: Ch 1, turn; se in both loops of first 9 sc, hdc in free loop of next se on Rad 3, (sc in next sc, hde in free loop of next se con Rnd 3) 3 times, sc in last 2 se; join with slip st to first se changing to MC, place marker: 18 sts. Rnds 6-8: Sc in each sc around. Note: Begin working in rows. Row 1: Slip st in next se, ch I, turn; decrease, sc in next 10 se, decrease, leave remaining 4 sts unworked: 12 se. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se across. Row 3: Ch 1, turn; decrease, se in each se across to last decrease: 10 sc. Rows 4-8: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 twice, then repeat Row 2 once more: 6 Row 9: Ch 1, turn; decrease across: Row 10: Ch 1, turn; se in each se acr ong end for sewing RIGHT FRONT LEG Rnds 1-8: Work same as Left Front Leg. Note: Begin working in rows. Row 1: Sc in next 5 sc, slip st in next sc, ch 1, turn; decrease, sc in next 10 sc, decrease, leave remaining 4 sc unworked: 12 sc Rows 2-10: Work same as Left Front Leg, PLATES LARGE (Make 10) With Color A, ch 6 loosely Row 1 (Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 5 sc Note: Loop a short piece of fabric around any last row as right side. next 13 sc, C, sc finish off leaving a stitch to mark 14 Row 2: Ch 1, turn; se in each sc across, Row 3: Ch 1, turn; decrease, sc in next se, decrease: 3 se. Row 4: Ch 1, turn; se in each se across. Row 5: Ch 1, turn; pull up a loop in each se across, YO and raw through all 4 loops on hook; finish off Edging: With right side facing and working in end of rows, join Color A with slip st in first row; ch 1, 2 se in same row, se in next 3 rows, 3 sc in next row, se in next 3 rows, 2 sc in last ro; finish of leasing along end for sewing SMALL (Make 8) With Color A, ch 4 loosely, Row 1 (Right side): Se in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 3 sc. ark last row as right side. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se across. Row 3: Ch I, turn; pull up a loop in each se across, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook; finish off Edging: With right side facing and working in end of rows, join Color A with slip st in first row; ch 1, 2 sc in same row, se in next row, 3 sc in next row, sc in next row, 2 sc in last row; finish off leaving a long end for sewing, SPIKES LARGE (Make 3) Rnd 1: With Color 4, ch 2, 6 se in second ch from hook; do not join, place marker. Rnds 2-5: Sc in each se around. Rnd 6: (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next se) twice; sip st in next, SG, finish off leaving a Tong end for sewing: 8 sc Stuff Lightly SMALL (Make 2) Work sume as Large Spike through Rnd 4; at end of Rnd 4, slip st in next se, finish off leaving a long end for sewing Snuff lightly FINISHING Add eyes. ‘Stuff Head, Body, Tail, and Legs. Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Tail to Body Sew Legs in place with toes facing forward. Sew a Large Spike to tip of Til, Sew 2 Small Spikes on each side of Large Spike near Tail, Sew remaining 2 Large Spikes on each side of Tail Starting at Tal and working toward Neck, with wrong side facing inward, sew a double row of Plates in the following sequence: 1 Small, § Earge, 3 SmallWith its famitiar red and black colors, this vibrant poppy pot bolder will brighten your kitchen, the easy-to-make pad is crocheied with rug yarn for extra durability Finished Size: Approximately 74/2" in diameter MATERIALS Rug Yarn, approximately MC (Red) ~ 40 yards CC (Black) - 5 yards, Crochet hook, size H (5.00 mum) oF size needed for gauge GAUGE: Rnds 1 and 2 (Center) = CENTER Rnd 1 (Right side): With CC, hhook; join with slip st to first se Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout) 2-de in same st, 3 de in next se and in each se around: join with slip st to first dc, finish off: 18 de. 6 se in second ch from PETALS Rad 4: With right side facing and working in Back Loops Only (Fig. 22, page 138), join MC with slip st in any de; ch 3, de in same st,2 dc in each of next 2 de, ch 1, (2 de in each of nest 3 de, ch 1) around; join with slip st to both loops of first de: 36 de Rad 2: Working in both loops, ch 3, de in same st, 2 de in cach of next 5 dc, ch 1, (2 de in each of next 6 de, ch 1) around; join with slip st to first de: 72 de. Rnd 3: Ch 3, de in same st and in next 10 de, 2 dein next de, ch 1, % 2 de in next de, de in next 10 de, 2 de in ne repeat from % around; join with slip stto first de: 84 Rad 4: Slip st in next 3 de, ch 1, se in same st, (ch 2, sc in next dc) 3 times, ch 8 (hanger), sc in next de, (ch 2, sc in next de) 3 times, skip next 6 dc, % sc in next dc, (ch 2, sc in next de) 7 times, skip next 6 de; repeat from. around: join with slip st to first sc, finish off/FOUR-SEASON FRIDGIES jelebrate the joys of the seasons with this cute collection of magnets, Worked with worsted weight yarn, these attention-getters are ideal for posting notes and reminders or simply perking up the refrigerator door. MATERIALS: Worsted Weight Yarn, approximately: 15 to 30 yards total assorted colors for each Fridgie Crochet hook, size F (3.75 mm) Yarn needle Finishing materials: Adhesive magnetic strips, glue, 6 mm sand 3 mm black bea, paper clip or wire, 3° chenille sem, black and white embroidery floss, black buttons, and black felt Note: Gauge is not important, Fridgies can be smaller or larger ‘without changing the overall effect. PATTERN STITCH DECREASE. Pull up a loop in next 2 sts, YO and draw through all 3 loops: on hook (counts as one se). STRAWBERRY BERRY (Make 2) With Red, ch 4 loosely Row 1 (Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across; 3 sc. Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last rowas right side, Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se across. Row 3: Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc: ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first sc, sein next 3 se, 2 sc in last ‘sc: 7 $c. Rows 5-7: Ch 1, turn; sc in cach sc across. Row 8: Ch 1, tur; decrease, se in next 3 sc, decrease: 5 se Bdging: Ch 1, turn; sc evenly around entire piece; join with Slip sto first se, finish off leaving a long end for sewing, STEM AND LEAVES With Green, ch 3 loosely, sc in second eh from hook and in next ch (Stem), % ch 4 loosely, slip st in second ch from hhook, sc in next 2 chs; repeat from 4 4 times more; finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 5 Leaves Whipstitch Berries together (Fig. 286, page 140) Sew Stem and Leaves to top of Berry 16 With Yellow, add straight stitches to front of Berry for seeds (Fig. 33, page 141). Attach along magnetic stip to back. BUTTERFLY BODY With Black, ch 3 loosely; being careful not (0 evist ch, join with slip sto form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch around; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138): 6 sc. Rnds 2-9: Sc in each sc around. Rad 10: (Slip st in next sc, skip next sc) 3 times; join with slip stto frst slip st, finish of WING (Make 8) With Yellow, ch 3 loosely Row 1 (Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in next ch: 2sc. Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right side Row 2: Ch 1, turn; 2 se in each se across: 4 se. Row 3: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se across Row 4: Ch 1, turn; 2 sc in first se, se in next 2 se, 2s sc: 6 se Row 5: Ch I, turn; sc in each se across Row 6: Ch I, turn; decrease, se in next 2 sc, decrease: 4 se Row 7: Ch I, turn; se in each se across, Row 8: Ch 1, turn; decrease twice; finish off: 2 se Edging: With right side facing, join Black with slip stin any st; ch, sc evenly around entire piece; join with slip st to first se, finish off leaving a long end for sewing. cin last Whipstitch 2 Wing pieces together (Fig. 280, page 140) Repeat for remaining Wings Using photo as a guide for placement, flatten Body and sew ‘Wings to side of Body; tack 1° of top and bottom Wings together beginning at Body With black embroidery Hoss, embroider veins on Wings using Outline Stitch (Figs. 32a & b, page 141). With white embroidery floss, add French knots around outer edges of Wings (Fig. 37, page 142). Fold chenille stem in half and insert it into top of Body; tack in place and bend top of stem to form curves ‘tach a long magnetic strip to back.BROWN-EYED SUSAN FLOWER (Make 2) With Brown, ch 3 loosely; being careful not to twist ch, join with slip st to form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch around; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138): 6 sc Note: Loop a shont piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each se around; slip st in next se, finish off: 12 se Rnd 3: With right side facing, join Yellow with slip st in same stas slip st, % ch 8 loosely, slip st in second ch from hook, se in next ch, hde in last 5 chs, slip st in next se on Rnd 2; repeat from > around working last slip st in first se; finish off leaving along end for sewing: 12 petals LEAF (Make 2) With Green, ch 9 loosely; 2 dc in third ch from hook and in cach of next 2 chs, hde in nest 2 chs, se in next ch, (sc, ch 2, sc) in last ch; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 236, page 138), sc in next ch, hdc in next 2 chs, 2 de in each of nest 2 chs, 3 de in next ch; join with slip st to top of beginning ch, finish off leaving a long end for sewing. Whipsttch Brown-eyed Susan together (Fig. 286, page 140). Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Leaves to hack of Flower. Attach a long magnetic strip to back, WATERMELON With Pink, ch 3 foosely; heing careful not to ovistch, join with slip sto form a ring. Rnd 1 (Right side): slip st to first se: 6 Note: Loop 2 short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side. Rnds 2 and 3: Ch 1, turn; 2 s¢ slip st to frst se: 24 se Rnd 4: Ch 1, turn; sc in first sc, 2 se in next sc, (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around; join with slip st to first se: 36 sc. Rnd 5 and 6: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se around; join with slip st frst sc Rad 7: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 2 se, 2 se in next se, (sc in next 2 se, 2 sein next sc) around; join with slip st to first se: 48 se Rad 8: Ch 1, turn; sin each se around; join with slip st first sc, finish off. Rnd 9: With wrong side facing, join Light Green with slip st in first sc, ch 1, 2 sc in same st, sc in next 11 se, (2 se in next se, sc in next 11 sc) around; join with slip st to first se, finish off: 52 se. n each ch around; join with ‘each se around: join with 78 Rnd 10: With right side facing, join Dark Green with slip st in first sc; ch 1, 2 sc in same st, sc in next 3 se, (2 se in next sc, sc in next 3 sc) around; join with slip tto first sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 65 sc Fold piece in half with wrong side to the inside and whipsttch edge together (Fig. 286, page 140) Glue 3. mm beads to front. Attach a long magnetic stip to back. APPLE BODY (Make 2) With Red, ch 3 loosely; being careful not to twist ch, join with ip st to form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch around; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138): 6 sc Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each sc around: 12 sc. Rnd 3: Sc in next 2 sc, (2 hde in each of next 3 2 sc) twice: 18 sts. Rnd 4: Sc in next 2 sc, 2 hdc in each of next 3 hde, (se in next 2 ss, 2 sc in next hdc) awice, sc in next 2 hue, 2 hde in each of next 3 hae, se in next 2 sc: 26 s Rad 5: Sc in next 2 sc, 2 hdc in each of next 3 hdc, sc in nest sts, (2 sc in each of next 2 se, sc in next 4 sts) twice, 2 hde in each of next 3 hdc, sc in next 2 se; slip st in next sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 36 ss Se in nest STEM With Brown, ch 4 loosely; 2 sc in second chi from hook, sip st in last 2 chs; finish off leaving « long end for sewing LEAF With Green, ch 6 loosely; 2 hde in third ch from hook, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch, (se, ch 2, se) in last ch; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138), sc in next ch, nde in next ch, 2 he in next ch, slip stn next ch, ch 2 (stem); finish off leaving a Jong end for sewing Whipstitch Apple together (Fig. 286, page 140) Sew Stem and Leal to top of Apple ‘Mlach a long magnetic stip to back JACK-O°-LANTERN PUMPKIN (Make 2) With Orange, ch 3 loosely; being careful not to ist eh, join with slip sto form a ring Rud 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch around; do not jon, place marker (see Markers, page 138): 6 sc Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right sideRnd 2: 2 Sc in each se around: 12 se Rand 3: (Sc in nest 3 sc, 2 hde in each of next 3 sc) tice: 18 sts, Rad 4: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in each of next 6 hide) twice: 30 se. Rnd 5: * Sc in next 3 sc, (hdc in next se, 2 hde in next se) 6 times; repeat from % once more; slip st in next se, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 42 sts STEM With right side of one Pumpkin facing (front), join Green with slip st in same st as last slip st ch 3, (2 de, ch 3, slip st) in same s; finish off LEAF (Make 1 each: Yellow, Green, Red, and Brown) Ch 7 Loosely; slip st in second ch from hook and in next ch, (ch 2, slip st in second ch from hook and in next ch of beginning ch) 4 times; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138), slip st in next ch, (ch 2, slip st in second ch from hook and in next ch of beginning ch) 3 times; finish off leaving a long end for sewing. Whipsttch Pumpkin together (Fig. 286, page 140). Cut facial features from black felt using patterns and glue to front. Using photo Jack-O-1 i guide for placement, sew Leaves to wm, Altach a long magnetic strip to back. Ef a SKI HAT Rnd 1 (Right side): With Green, ch 4,9 de in fourth ch from hook; join with slip st in top of beginning ch changing to White, do not cut Green (Fig. 240, page 138): 10 sis. Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), de in same st, 2 de in next dc and in each dc around; join with slip st to first de changing to Green: 20 de. Rnd 3: Ch 3, de in nest de and in each de around; join with slip stto first de changing to White Rnd 4: Ch 3, dein next2 de, 2 de in nest de, (de in next 3 de, 2.de in next de) around; join with slip st to first dc changing 10 Green: 25 de. Rnd 5: Ch 3, de in next de and in each de around; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 6: Ch 1, turn; se in Back Loop Only of each de around (Fig. 22, page 138); join with slip to firsts, finish of Using Green and White, make a 1's" pom-pom (Figs. 29a & b, page 140). Ses pom-pom to top of Hat. Flatten Hat and stitch opening closed. Attach a long magnetic stip to back. SNOWMAN BODY (ake 2) With White, ch 3 loosely; being careful to not ovis ch, join with slip stto form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch around; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138): 6 sc. Rnds 2 and 3: 2 Sc in each sc around: 24 sc. Rnd 4: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around: slip st in next Sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 36 se. HEAD (take 2) ‘Work same as Body through Rnd 3; at end of Rnd 3, next se, finish off 24 se slip stin ARM (Make 2) With Brown, ch 5 loosely, slip st in second ch from hook and in next ch, (ch 3, slip st in second ch from hook and in nest ch) twice, slip st in last 2 chs of beginning ch-5; finish off leaving a long end for sewing NOSE ‘With Orange, ch 2, slip sin second ch from hook; finish off leaving a long end for sewing SCARF With Red, ch 32 leaving 11/2" of yarn at each end; finish off Fray ends of yarn and trim, EARMUFF (Make 2) With Green, ch 3 loosely; bei with slip st to form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 1 place marker: 6 s Rnd 2; 2 Sc in each sc around: 12 se. Rnd 3: Decrease 6 times; slip st in next sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 6 se. careful not t0 twist ch, join ¢ in each ch around; do mot j Whipstitch Head together (Fig. 286, page 140) Whipstitch Body together. Using photo asa guide for placement, sew Head and Arms to Body ‘Sew Nose and Earmufls to Head. Glue 6 mm beads to Head and buttons to Body. Cut paper clip or wire to measure approximately 3°, Insert ends of wire into top of each Earmuff and glue in place curving wire approximately 1" above Head, Tie Scarf around neck Attach a long magnetic strip to back 79rock-a-bye collection Celebrate a little one’s arrival with precious crocheted gifts and accessories. Our sweet collection includes booties to keep tiny toes toasty warm, snuggly afghans to wrap an infant in love, and a precious little lamb to guide baby to dreamland. Whether stitched for a boy or a girl, these creations are sure to become keepsakes of this wonderful occasion. Cl YDLY SET Snugely soft, this precious set will surround a little one with love. The genthy textured afghan, ‘worked in worsted weight brushed acrylic yarn, features cluster stitch variations and delicate picot finish. he sweet lamb makes a cuddly bedtime buddy for baby, Finished Siz Afghan ~ approximately 35" x 35" Lamb - approximately 7" tal MATERIA Worsted Weight Brushed Acrylic Yarn, approximately Afghan 19 ounces, (540 grams, 855 yards) Lamb MC (White) - 2 ounces, (60 grams, 90 yards) Color A (Black) - 1 ounce, (15 grams, 25 yards) Color B (Lilac) - 7 yards Grochet hooks, sizes E (3.50 mm) and H (5.00 mm) or sizes needled for gauge Ya yard of ¥4" ribbon Polyester fiberfill Yarn needle 60 AFGHAN PATTERN STITCHES 5-DC CLUSTER YO, insert hook in de indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from + 4 times more, YO and draw through all 6 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134) COT Ch 3, slip st in last se worked, G (GE: With larger size hook, 12 de = 4° and 5 rows ‘With larger size hook, ch 10; being careful not to wvist cl with slip sto form a ring Rnd 1 (Right side): Ch 6 (counts as first de plus ch 3, now and throughout), (5 din ring, ch 3) 3 times, 4 dein ring join with slip st to first de: 20 de. , joinRnd 2: Sip tin fist ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, de in next, 2 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 2 de, & (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in nest ch-3 sp, de in next 2 de, work S-de Cluster in nest de, dein next 2 de; repeat from 4 2 times more, de in saume sp a frst de; join with slip st to frst de: 4 5-de Clusters. Rnd 3 AND ALL ODD NUMBERED RNDS THROUGH RND 25: Slip stin first ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, dc in each st across {0 next corner ch-3 sp, % (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in corner cch-3 sp, de in each st across to next comer ch-3 sp; repeat from % 2 times more, de in same sp as first de; join with slip st to first de Rnd 4: Slip st in frst ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, de in next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 5 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 3 de, % (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next corner ch-3 sp, de in next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 5 de, work 5-e Cluster in next de, de in next 3 de; repeat from 2 times more, dc in same sp as first de; join with slip st to first de: 8 5-de Clusters Rnd 6: Slip sin firs ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 dc in same sp, de in nest, 3 de, work 5-le Cluster in next de, de in next 13 de, work Sede Cluster in next de, de in next 3 de, * (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in nest corner ch-3 sp, dein next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 13 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 3 de; repeat from > 2 times more, de in same sp as frst des join with slip st to first de. Rnd 8: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, de in next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, (dc in nest 10 de, work Sade Cluster in next de) twice, dc in next 3 de, * (2 de, ch 3, 2-de) in next corner ch-3 sp, dc in next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, (de in next 10 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de) twice, dein next 3 de; repeat from + 2 times more, de sp as first dc; join with slip t to first de: 12 5-de Clusters. Rnd 10: Sip stin first ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, 4¢ + de in next 3 de, work 5-dc Cluster in next de, dc in next 11 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 5 de, work 5-de Cluster in nest de, dc in next 11 de, work 5-de Cluster in de in next 3 def, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next comer ch-3 sp repeat from % 2 times more, then repeat from + 10 + ‘once, de in same sp as first de; join with slip st to frst de: 16 5-e Clusters. Rad 12: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, 4+ dc in next 3 de, work 5-dc Cluster in next de, de ia next 11 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 13 de, work Sede Cluster in next de, de in next 11 de, work 5-le Cluster in nest de, de in next 3 de #, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next comer che} sp; repeat from % 2 times more, then repeat from f 10 + once, dc in same sp as first de; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 14: Slip st in first ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, % # dein next 3 de, work Sle Cluster in next de, de in next 11 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, (de in next 10 de, work, came 82 5-de Cluster in next de) twice, de in next 11 de, work: 5-dc Cluster in next de, de in next 3 de #, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next comer ch-3 sp; repeat from + 2 times more then repeat from + to + once, de in same sp as first d; join with sip sto first de: 20 5-de Clusters. Rnd 16: Slip stin frst ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, 4 # dc in next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, (de in next 1 de, work S-dc Cluster in next de) twice, de in next § de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, (de in next 11 de, work 5-de Cluster in next dc) twice, de in next 3 de #, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next comer ch-3 sp; repeat from 2 times more, thea repeat from # to # once, din same sp as fist de; join with slip st to first de: 24 5-de Clusters. Rnd 18: Slip st in frst ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 dein same sp, 4 # dc in next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 18 de, work S-dc Cluster in next de, (de in next 11 de, work: S.dc Cluster in next de) twice, de in next 18 de, work 5-de Cluster in nest de, de in nest 3 de #, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next comer ch-3 sp; repeat from #2 imes more, then repeat from to # once, de in same sp as first de; join with slip st to first de: 20 Sle Clusters. Rad 20: Slip stn first ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, 4 + dein next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in nest de, de in next 27 de, work 5-de Cluster in nest de, dc in next 13 de, works Sade Cluster in next de, de in next 27 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 3 def, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next corner cch-3 sp; repeat from + 2 times more, then repeat from + 10 ‘nee, de in same sp as first de; join with slip st to first de: 16 Sede Clusters Rnd 22: Slip stn frst ch-3 sp, ch 6, 2 de in same sp, + ¥ dein next 3 dc, work 5-dc Cluster in next de, de in next 35 de, work Sc Cluster in next de, de in nest 5 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 35 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, de in next 3 de, (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next comer cch-3 sp; repeat from + 2 times more, then repeat from + t0 + ‘once, de in same sp as fist de; join with slip st to first de. Rnd 24: Slip st in frst ch-3 sp, cl 6, 2 dein same sp, dc in next 3 de, work Sc Cluster in next de, (dc in nest 42 de, work Sade Cluster in next de) twice, de in next 3 de, * (2 de, ch 3, 2 de) in next comer ch-3 sp, de in next 3 de, work 5-de Cluster in next de, (de in next 42 de, work S-de Cluster in next de) twice, dc in next 3 de; repeat from % 2 times more, de in same spas first de; join wit slip st to first de: 12 5-de Cluster Rnd 26: Slip stn first ch-3 sp, ch 1, # (2 se, work Picot, 2 se) in comer ch-3 sp, sc in next de, work Picot, (sc in next 3 de, work Picot) across to within one de of nest comer ch-3 5p, sc in next des repeat from 4 around; join with slip st to frst sc, finish off Continued on page 84Evatanced with tiny pearis, his dainty cover is designed for bolding baby’s frst Bible. The lacy jacket features a pretty shell pattern slitched in bedspread weight cotton thread. Finished Size: Approximately 45/4" x 7 MATERIALS Bedspread Weight Cotton Thread (size 10), approximately 85 yards Sieel crochet hook, size 7(1.65 mm) or size needed for gauge 2-5" Tengths of 1'/ satin ribbon Straight pins Sewing needle and thread 35-3 mm pearls Bible: 3" wide x 4/9" long x 5/e" deep GAUGE: 6 Shells and 10 rows = 2" PATTERN STITCH SHELL (2De, ch 2, sc) in stor sp indicated. Ch 58 loosely Row 1 (Right side): (Dc, ch 2, sc) in fourth ch from hook, (skip nest 2 chs, work Shell in next ch) across: 19 ch-2 sp. Note: Loop a short last row as right side. Row 2: Turn; slip st in first ch-2 sp, ch 3 (counts as first de, ‘now and throughout), (dc, ch 2, sc) in same sp, work Shell in each Shell (ch-2 sp) across: 19 Shells. Rows 3-22: Repeal Row 2, 20 times. Edging: Turn; slip st in first ch-2 sp, ch 3, (dc, ch 2, sc) in same sp, work Shell in each Snell across; working in end of rows, work Shell in first row, (skip next row, work Shell in next row) across to last row, work Shell in last row; working over beginning ch, work Shell in each ch-2 sp across; working in end of rows, work Shell in first row, (skip next row, work Shell in next row) across to last row, work Shell in last row; join with slip st to first de, finish off: 62 Shells. ce of thread around any stitch to mark Fold cut ends of ribbons under /" and pin ribbons to wrong side of Cover with folded edges on Rows 1 and 22 and long edge along outer edge of Cover. Sew ribhons in place, stitching along folded edges and outer edges, leaving inside edge of each ribbon free. Using photo as a guide for pkicement, sew pearls randomly 10 Cover. Insert Bible. 8UDDLY SET ued from page 82 Cor LAMB PATTERN STITCHES DECREASE Pull up a loop in next 2 sts, YO and draw through all $ loops oon hook (counts as one sc) 3-DC CLUSTER % YO, insert hook in st indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from 2 times more, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook. GAUGE: With smaller size hook, 10 se and 10 row HEAD Rnd 1 (Right side): With smaller size hook and MC, ch 2, 8 se in second eh from hook; do not join, place marker (see Markers, page 138). Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each se around: 16 sc. Rnd 3: (Scin next sc, 2 sc in next se) around: 24 se Rad 4; (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 se in next se) around: 32 Rnds 5-L1: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 12: Decrease around: 16 sc. Rnd 13: Sc in each sc around; leaving a long end for sewing, Stuff firmly, stn next sc, finish off Work same as Head: 32 se. Rad 5: (Sc in next sc, work 3-de Cluster in next se) around to last 2 sc, decrease: 15 3-de Clusters Rnd 6: Work 3-dc Cluster in next sc, (sc in next st, work: 3 ‘luster in next sc) around: 16 3-de Clusters, Rnd 7: Se in next 3-e Cluster, (work 3-de Cluster in next se, sc in next 3-dc Cluster) around: 15 3-de Clusters, Rnds 8-13: Repeat Rnds 6 and 7, 3 times, Rnd 14: Sc in next 3 sts, (decrease, sc in next 2 sts) around: 24 sc. Rnd 15: (Decrease, sc in next sc) around: 16 sc. Stuf firmly. Rnd 16: Decrease around: 8 sc. Rnd 17: Decrease around: slip st in next se, finish off leaving a Jong end for sewing: 4 sc Thread needle with end and weave through remaining sts; gather tightly and secure LEG (Make 4) Rnd 1 (Right side): With smaller size hook and Color A, ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook; do not join, place marker, Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each se around: 12 se. 84 Rnd 3: Sc in neat 2 sc, work 3-de Cluster in each of nest 2 se (hoof), sc in each se around: 12 sts. Rnds 4 and 5: Sc in each st around. Rad 6: Sc in nest 10 sc, decrease changing to MC (Fig. 24a, page 138): 11 sc. Rnds 7 and 8: Repeat Rnds 6 and 7 of Body: 5 3-dc Clusters Rnd 9: Sc in each st around. Stulf firmly. Rnd 10: Decrease, (se in next se, decrease) around: slip stin next sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing: 7 sc MUZZLE Rnd 1 (Right side): With smaller size hook and Color 8, ch 2, 6 sein second ch from hook; do not join, place marker. Rnd 2: 2 Sc in each se around: 12 se Rnd 3: Sc in each sc around. Rnd 4: (Sc in next se, 2 se in next sc) around: 18 se. Rnd 5: Sc in each sc around; slip st in next se, finish off leaving a long end for sewing. EAR (Make 2) With smaller size hook and Color A, ch 7 loosely Rnd 1 (Right side): Se in second ch from hook and in next ch, hdc in next 3 chs, 8 de in last chy; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 236, page 138), hic in next 3 chs, sc in next 2 chs, ch 1; join with slip sto frst sc, finish off leaving a Jong end for sewing. TAIL With smaller size hook and MC, ch 7 loosely. Rnd 1 (Ri Sc in second ch from hook and in next ch work 3c Cluster in next 3 chs, work 3-de Cluster 3 times in last cl working in free loops of beginning ch, work 3-dc Cluster in next 3 chs, se in next 2.chs, ch 1; join with slip st first sc, finish off leaving a long end for sewing, FLOWER (Make 2) Rad 1: With smaller size hook and Color B, ch 4, $ de in fourth ch from hook; join with sip sto top of beginning ch: 6 sts. Rnd 2 (Wrong de, dL, slip s) in same sts joining, (slip st, ch 1, 2d, ch 1, sip st) in next de and in each de around pushing center to front; finish off leaving a long end for sewing FINISHING Using photo as a guide for placement, sew Head to Body Sew Muzzle to Head stuffing lightly before closing, Sew Ears to Head, Sew Tail and Flowers to Body. With MC, add Turkey Loop Stitch to top of Head between Ears (Fig. 31, page 141). With Color A, add French Knot eyes (Fig. 37, page 142) Sew Legs to Boxly with hooves facing forward. Tie ribbon in a bow around neck.Tiny toes wil appreciate the warmth of these cozy booties. Ideal for shower gifts, both styles are made using baby fingering weight yarn for softness. The booties are trimmed with satin ribbons woven through eyelet rounds on the cuff. Finished Size: 3 10 6 months MATERIALS Baby Fingering Weight Yarn, approximately: Solid 1/2 ounces, (40 grams, 262 yards) Striped MG (White) - 1/2 ounces, (40 grams, 262 yards) CC (Blue) - 11 yards Crochet hook, size D (3.25 mm) or size needed for gauge 1 yard of 4" ribbon for each pair GAUGE: 12 de and 6 rows = 2° PATTERN STITCH CLUSTER + YO, insert hook in sp indicated, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook; repeat from % once ‘more, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (Figs. 10a & b, page 134). SOLID BOOTIE SOLE ‘With MC, ch 14 loosely. Rnd 1 (Right side): 3 Sc in second ch from hook, sc in next 3 chs, hae in next 3 chs, de in next 5 chs, 7 de in last ch; ‘working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 23b, page 138), ddcin next 5 chs, hdc in next 3 chs, sein next 3 chs; join with slip sto first se: 32 sts. Note: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last round as right side, Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), turn; de in same st and in next 11 sts,2 de in each of next 7 de, de in next 11 sts, 2 de in each of last 2 se; join with slip st to first de: 42 de Rnd 3: Ch 3, turn; 2 de in next de, de in next de, 2 de in next dl, de in next 12 de, 2 de in next de, (de in next de, 2 de in next dc) 6 times, de in next 12 de, 2 de in last de; join with slip st to Back Loop Only of frst de (Fig. 22, page 138): 52 de. 65SIDES Rnd 1: Ch 3, do not turn; de in Back Loop Only of next de and in each de aroun jin with sip sto both loops of fist de Rnd 2: Ch 3, urn; de in both loops of next dc and in each de around; join with sip sto first de Rnd 3: Ch 3, turn; de in next 33 de, place marker around last de worked for Insiep placement, de in last 18 de; join with Slip stto first de, finish off INSTEP Row 1: With wrong side facing, join MC with slip st in marked de; ch 3, de in next 9 de, leave remaining de unworked: 10 de. Rows 2-4: Ch 3, turn; dc in next de and in each de across. Finish off leaving a long end for sewing. With right side of Instep and Side together seventh de from Instep, sew Instep to Sides, and beginning in CUFF Fold Bootie in half to find center back stitch Rnd 1: With right side facing, join MC with slip stn de at center back; ch 1, sc in same st and in each de across to Instep seam, sc in seam and in next 10 de of Instep, sc in seam and in each de around; join with slip st to first sc: 40 se. Rnd 2 (Eyelet md): Ch 4, skip next se, (de in next se, ch 1, skip next sc) around; join with slip sto third ch of beginning ch-4: 20 ch-I sps. Rnd 3: Ch 6, de in same st, ch 2, skip next de, + (de, eh 3, de) in nest de, ch 2, skip next de; repeat from + around; join with slip sto third ch of beginning ch-6: 10 ch-3 sps. Rnd 4: (Slip st, ch 2, de, ch 3, work Cluster) in first eh-3 sp, ch 1, de in nest ch-2 sp, ch 1, % work (Cluster, ch 3, Cluster) in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, de in next ch-2 sp, ch 1; repeat from % around: skip beginning ch-2 and join with slip st to first de. Rnd 5: Ch 1, % (hide, 3 de, hde) in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, se in next de, ch 1; repeat from + around; join with sip stto first hd, finish off ‘Weave ribbon tie through Eyelet rd. STRIPED BOOTIE Work same as Solid Bootie through Rad 2 of Cut Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in same st, (ch 5, skip next de, se in next de) around to last de, ch 2, sip last de, de in first se to form last loop: 10 loops. Rnd 4: Ch 1, (se, ch 2, 3 de) in same loop, {sc in center ch of next loop, ch 2, 3 de in same Joop) around; join with slip st to first sc, finish off Rad 5: With wrong side facing, join CC with slip st in first ch-2 sp; ch 2, 4 de in same sp, (slip st, ch 2, 4 de) in nest ch-2 sp and in each ch-2 sp around; join with slip st frst slip st, finish of. Rad 6: With right side facing, join MG with slip st in first ch-2 sp; ch 4, slip stin third ch from hook, 4 de in same 2 sp, x slip stn next ch-2 sp, ch 4, sip sin dhird ch from hook, 4 de in same ch-2 sp; repeat from + around; join with slip st to first slip st, finish oft ‘Weave ribbon te through Eyelet rn (v'Sowny-soFt AFGHANS Baty is sure to have sweet dreams when covered with one of these downy-soft afghans, Worked holding two strands of baby fingering weight yarn, both ‘feature a pretty °V" design that's created with front post treble crochets, Finished Size: Approximately 30" x. 40" MATERIALS Baby Fingering Weight Yarn, approximately: Solid 15 ounces, (430 grams, 2,140 yards) Striped MC (White) - 11 ounces, (310 grams, 1,570 yards) Color A (Blue) - 2 ounces, (60 grams, 285 yards) Color B (Pink) - 2 ounces, (60 grams, 285 yards) Crochet hook, size K (6.50 mm) or size needed for g (Note: inte Nuhan is worked holding 2 sirinds of yarn together 86 GAUGE: In pattern, 13 de = 4" and 12 rows (1 repeat BODY ‘Note: For Striped Afghan, work in the following Color Sequence: 2-Rows using two strands MC (Fig. 24a, page 138). x 2 rows using one strand MC and one strand Color 4, 2 rows using one strand MC and one strand Color B, 2 rows using two strands MC; repeal from + throughout, Ch 96 loosely Row 1 (Right side): De in fourth ch from hiook and in each ch across: 94 stsRow 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in each st across. Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), turn; de in nest se, (ch 2, skip next 2 sc, dc in next 2 se) across: 23 ch-2 sps. Row 4:Ch 1, turn; sc in Gs 2d, (ch 2, se in next 2 de) across. Row 5: Ch 1, turn; se in first 2 se, * working in front of ch-2 sps of previous 2 rows, work 2 FPtr around center sc in row below (Fig. 18, page 136), sc in next 2 se; repeat from * across: 46 FPu. Row 6: Ch 1, turn; se in each sc and in each FPtr across. Row 7: ch 3, turn; de in next sc and in each se across. Row 8: Ch 1, turn; se in each de across. Row 9: Ch 3, turn; de in next § sc, ch 2, (skip next 2 sc, de in next 2 sc, ch 2) across to last 6 sc, skip next 2 sc, de in last 4 sc: 22 ch-2 sps. Row 10: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 4 de, ch 2, (sc in next 2 de, ch 2) across t0 last 4d, sc in las 4 de Row 11: Ch 1, tum; sein frst 4 se, working in front of ch-2 sps ‘of previous 2 rows, work 2 FPtr around center sc in row below, 4 sc in next 2 sc, working in front of ch-2 sps of previous 2 rows, work 2 FPtr around center sc in row below; repeat from in ast 4 se: 44 FPte Rows 14-104: Repeat Rows 2-13, 7 times, then repeat Rows 2-8 once more: do not finish off EDGING Rnd 1: Ch 1, turn; (se, ch 2, sc) in first sc, sc in each se across to last sc, (se, ch 2, se) in last se; work 122 sc evenly spaced across end of rows; working in free loops of beginning ch (Fig. 236, page 138), (sc, ch 2, sc) in first ch, sc in each ch across to last ch, (sc, ch 2, sc) in last ch; work 122 sc evenly spaced across end of rows: join with slip st to first se: 436 se, Rad 2: Sip stin first comer ch-2 sp, ch 1, # (sc, hde, de, hd, Sc) in comer sp, ch 1, [skip next 2 se, (Sc, de, se) in next se, cir 1] across to within 1 sc of next corner ch-2 sp, skip next sc; repeat from + around: join with slip sto first sc, finish off. 67DARLING Embroidered bluebinds and daisies dress up these darting bubble suits for size 3, 6, and 12 months. Fashioned with sport weight yarn using simple crochet stitches, the wee wearables are ideal for playtime or outings to Grandma's house. Finished Size: Finished Length: 3 months 6 months 12 months 16" 18%2" 2" Size Note: \nstructions are written for size 3 months with sizes 6 and 12 months in braces. Instructions will be easier to read if you circle all the mumbers pertaining to your size. MATERIALS Sport Weight Yarn, approximately: MC (Blue or Pink) - 3{4'/2-5) ounces, [100{ 130-140} grams, 330{425-470} yards] CC (White) - 11/4{1¥/2-1%4} ounces (35{40-50} grams, 120( 140-165} yar For embroidery Pink Suit - small amount each Yellow and Green ‘Blue Suit - small amount each Pink, Green, Gold, and Dark Blue Crochet hook, size F (3.75 mm) or size needed for gauge Yarn needle 6° length of snap tape for each 3 - V2" butions each Sulky® Solyy stabilizer Sewing needle and thread 20 de and 10 row: se, (ch 1, $c) 10 times and 19 rows PATTERN STITCH DECREASE Working in sc and ch-1 sps, pull up loop in next 2 sts, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook (counts as one sc). YOKE With CC, ch 53{58-60} loosely. Row 1 (Right side): Sc in second ch from hook and in each ch ross: 52457-59} sc Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), turn; de in next 2{2-3} sc, 2 de in next se, (de in next 4 se, 2 de in nest sc) across to last 3{3-4) se, de in last 3(3-4] se 62{68-70} de. 88 Row 3: Ch 3, turn; de in nest 2{0-1} de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 4 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 3{1-2} de, de in last 31-2} de: 74(82-84} de. Row 4: Ch 3, turn; de in next 3{1-2} de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 5 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 3{1-2} de, de in last, 311-2} de: 86[96-98} de. Row 5: Ch 3, rurn; dc in next 3{1-2} de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 6 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 4{2-3} de, de in last {2-3} de: 98(110-112} de. Row 6: Ch 3, turn; de in next 4{2-3) de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 7 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 4{2-3) de, dein Last 4(2-3} de: LLO(124-126) de Row 7: Ch 3, turn; de in next 4{2-3} de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 8 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 5{3-4} dc, dc in last de; 122(138-140} de. Row 8: Ch 3, turn; dc in nest 5(3-4) de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 9 de, 2 de in next de) across to last ${3-4) de, de in ast 5{3-4} de: 134(152-154) de, Row 9: Ch 3, turn; dc in next 5{3-4} de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 10 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 6{4-5} de, de in last 6{4-5} de: 146{166-168) de. Row 10: Ch 3, turn; de in next 6(4-5) de, 2 de in next de, (dc in next 11 de, 2 de in next de) aeross to last 6(4-5) de, de in last 6(4-5) de: 158{ 180-182} de Row 11: Ch 3, turn; de in next 6(4-5) de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 12 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 7{5-6} de, de in last 7(5-6] de: 170{194-196} de, Size 12 Months Only - Row 12: Ch 3, tm; de in next 6 de, 2 de in next de, (de in next 13 de, 2 de in next de) across to last 6 de, de in last 6 de: 210 de. Al Sizes: Finish off BODY Rnd 4: With wrong side facing, skip frst 59(67-73) de and join MC with slip st in next de; ch 1, se in same st, ch 1, (skip next de, sc in next dc, ch 1) 26{29-31} times, skip next 32{38-42) de (armhole), (se in next de, ch I, skip next de) 13(15-16} times; working across sts on left Back, se in first de, ch 1, (skip nest de, se in next de, ch 1) 13(14-15} times, skip last 32{38-42) de (armhole); join with slip st to first se: 54 (60-64) se,Rnd 2: Ch 1, tum: sein first cl-1 sp, ch 1, (skip next se, se in next ch-I sp, ch 1) around: join with slip st to firsts. Repeat Rnd 2 until piece measures approximately 11{13-15}" from beginning ch, ending by working a wrong side round. BACK LEG SHAPING Note: Begin working in rows. Row 1: Ch 1, turn; , decrease beginning in next se, ch 1, (skip next \-1 sp, ch 1) 24{27-29} times, skip next se, decrease, leave remaining sts unworked: 26{29-31} se Row 2 (Decrease row) se, se in next ch-L decrease: 25{28-30) se. Repeat Row 2, 6{7-8} times: 19{21-22} sc. Next 3 Rows: Turn; slip stin first 4 sts, ch 1, se in same cch-I sp, (ch L, skip nest sc, sc in next ch-I sp) across to last, 2 sc, leave remaining sts unworked: 10{12-13) sc. Next Row: Ch 1, turn; sc in first sc, (ch 1, skip next sc, se in next ch-I sp) actoss to last se, sin last se Repeat last row until piece measures approximately 15(17¥2-20}" from beginning ch, ending by working a wrong side row, do not finish of LOWER BAND: Row 1: Ch 1, tur; sc in each se and in each ch-1 sp across 18(22-24) sc Rows 2-5: Ch 1, turn; sc in each sc across. Finish off. FRONT LEG SHAPING Row 1: With right side facing, skip 3{5-7} sc from Back and join MC with slip stn next ch-1 sp; ch 1, se in same sp, (ch 1, skip next se, se in next ch-1 sp) across 10 last 3(5-7} sc, leave remaining sts unworked: 21{20-18} sc. Row 2 (Decrease row): Ch 1, turn; decrease, ch 1, (skip next Sc, SC in next ch-1 sp, ch 1) across to last 2 sc, skip next se, decrease: 20{19-17) sc Repeat Row 2, 10(7-4) times: 10(12-13} se UPPER BAND Row 1: Ch 1, turn s¢ in first se, (ch 1, skip nest sc, se in next eh-1 sp) across to last sc, ¢ in last sc. Repeat Row 1 until piece measures from beginning ch, ending by working a wrong side row; do not finish off LOWER BAND Work same as Back. 1, turn; decrease, ch 1, (skip next ch 1) across to last 2 se, skip next se, 00 approximately 15{17'/2-20}" SLEEVE Rnd 1: With wrong side facing, join MC with slip stn first de. on armbole; ch 1, sc in same st, ch 1, skip next de, (sein next de, ch 1, skip next de) around; join with slip st to first se 16{19-21} s Rnd 2: Ch 1, wen; sc in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, (skip next se, se in next ch-1 sp, ch 1) around: join with slip st to first se. Repeat Rnd 2 until Sleeve measures approximately 11/o{ 14/4-2}" from Yoke, ending by working a wrong side round, Last Rnd: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se and in each ch-1 sp around; join with slip s¢ to frst se, finish off Repeat for second Sleeve FINISHING LEG BAND Row 1: With right side facing, join MC with slip stin end of last row on either Lower Bands ch 1, work 60(70-75} sc evenly spaced across Leg opening. Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 2 sc, decrease, (sc in nest 3 sc, decrease) across to last se, sc in last se: 48(56-60) sc Row 3: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se act finish off. Repeat for second Leg opening BACK EDGING Row 1: With wrong side facing: join CC with slip st in corner at left Back neck edge: ch 1, work 21 {21-23} sc evenly spaced, across end of rows, work 21{21-23} se evenly spaced across. end of rows of right Back: 42{42-46} sc For Girl's Only - Row 2: Ch 1, turn; sc in first sc, ch 3, skip next 2 sc (Iuttonle), % sc in next 646-7} sc, ch 3, skip next 2 se; repeat from % onice more, sc in next sc, decrease, SC in each se across; finish off For Boy's Only - Row 2: Ch 1, turn; se in first 20(20-22} sc, decrease, s¢ in next sc, ch 3, skip next 2 sc (buttonhole), sc in next 6[6-7} sc, ch 3, skip nest 2 se; repeat from once more, sc in list sc; finish of. Sew buttons to side opposite buttonholes Sev snap tape to each Lover Band, lapping Front over Back, With MC, sew opening closed between Body and Sleeve. ‘Trace embroidery diagram of your choice from page 142 onto Sulky® Solvy stabilizer, using manufacturers instructions. Centering design, baste stabilizer to front of Yoke. Embroider dlesign on stabilizer. Remove stabilizer by tearing or cutting away large areas, Remaining stabilizer may be removed by submerging Bubble Suit in water for 30 seconds to 2 minutes, then shape and air dryFLORAL ENSEMBLE As pretty as a spring garden, this floral set will make mother and baby feel extra special. ‘The delightful throw is created holding two strands of yarn and enbanced with rows of dainty flowers that are worked in as you stitch. A matching bottle cover completes the ensemble. Finished Size: Afghan - approximately 35" x 47 Bottle Cover - approximately 61/2" tall ‘MATERIALS Baby Fingering Weight Yarn, approximately Afghan ‘MG (White) - 17 ounces, (480 grams, 2,430 yards) Color A (Yellow) - 8 ounces, (230 grams, 1,145 yards) Color B (Green) - Ys ounce, (20 grams, 110 yards) Bottle Cover ‘MC (White) - 1/2 ounce, (15 grams, 70 yards) Color A (Yellow) - 30 yards Color B (Green) = 3 yards Crochet hooks, sizes € (2.75 mm) and size H (5.00 mm) ‘or sizes needed for gauge yo yard of 1/8" ribbon ‘Yarn needlePATTERN STITCH DECREASE YO, insert hook in same sc, YO and pull up a loop, YO and dravy through 2 loops on hook, YO, skip next se, insert hook in next sc, YO and pall up « loop, YO and draw through 2 loops on hook, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook. AFGHAN GAUGE: With larger size hook, 8 se = Note: Entire Nighan is worked holding 2 st together. BODY ‘With MC and larger size hook, ch 133 loosely Row I (Right side): De in fourth ch from hook (3 skipped chs count as first de) and in each ch across: 131 de. fote: Loop a short piece of yarn around any stitch to mark last row as right side Row 2: Cit 1, turn; se in first de, (de in next de, across. Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as first de, now and throughout), ‘urn; de in next stand in each st across. Rows 4 and 5: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 cl end of Row 5 (Fig. 24a, page 138) Row 6: Ch 1, turn; se in each st across. Row 7: Ch 1, turn; sc in first sc, (tr in next se, sein next sc pushing tr to right side) across. Row 8: Ch 1, turn; sc in each st across changing to MC in last se. Rows 9 and 10: Ch 1, wn; sc in each se across. Row 11: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 8 se changing to Color B in last se worked, do not cut MC, X + se in next sc, ch 10, slip st in tenth ch from hook, (ch 9, slip stin same ch) vice changing 10 MC in last st worked sc in next 18 se changing to Color B in last sc worked, do not cut MC, repeat from % 5 times more, then repeat from + to + once, sc in last 8 se: 21 loops. Rows 12-14: Ch 1, wn; holding loops to right side, sc in each se aeross: 131 sc. Row 15: Ch 1, turn; se in first 5 se, % # holding next loop in front of next sc, sc in both loop and in se, sein next 5 se, skip next loop, holding next loop in front of next sc, sc in both loop and in sc , sc in next 12 se; repeat from % 5 times more, then repeat from + to + once, sc in last 5 sc in next de) miging (0 Color A at 02 Rows 16-18: Ch 1, turn; sc in each se across, Ch 1, turn; sc in frst 8 se changing to Color 4 in last se worked, do not cut MC, 4+ de in center loop, (ch 3, slip st in ast de worked, de in same loop) 4 times changing to MC in last de worked, ship next sc 4, sc in next 18 se changing to Color Ain last se worked, do mot cut MCs repeat from % 5 times more, then repeat from + to once, sein last 8 sc: 7 flowers th 1, turn; sc in first 8 sc, ch 1, skip nest fower, (sc in next 18 se, eh 1, skip next flower) across to last 8 Se, Se in last 8 se: 124 se. Row 21: Ch 1, turn; sc in first 8 sc, holding flower in front of next chel sp, sc in both Back Loop Only of center de and cll sp (Fig. 22, page 138), % sc in next 18 se, holding flower infront of next ch-I sp, sc in both Back Loop Only of center de-and in ch-L sp; repeat fram % across to last 8 se, se in last 8 se: 131 se. Rows 22 and 23: Ch 1, turn; se in each se across changing to Color A at end of Row 23. Rows 24-26: Repeat Rows 6-8. Row 27: Ch 3, turn; de in next se and in each se across. Rows 28-47: Repeat Rows 2 and 3, 10 times. Rows 48-157: Repeat Rows 6-47 twice, then repeat Rows 6-31 once more. Finish off. EDGING Rnd 1: With wrong side facing, join Color A with sip stin any comer st; ch 1, se evenly around working 3 se in each corner (otal se must be a multiple of 2); join with slip st to Front Loop Only of first se. Rnd 2: Ch 6, tun; dc in fourth ch from hook, working in Back Loops Only, (decrease, ch 4, de in top of decrease) around to last se, de in same st as last decrease, skip last sc; join with slip stto second ch of beginning ch-6, finish off Rad 3: With right side facing, holding Rnd 2 forward, and working in free loops of Rnd 1 (Fig. 23a, page 138), join Color 4 with sip st in first se; ch 6, dc in fourth et from hook, (decrease, ch 4, de in top of decease) around to last se, de in ssame st as last decrease, skip last se; join with ch of beginning ch-6, finish of.