The Berry Bunches Scarf is a flat rectangular scarf in the crochet suzette stitch pattern. It’s a fun and quick project that is a combination of single and double crochet. Fringes are also added to the scarf. The yarn used for the project is Loops and Threads® Luxe Merino™ Wool Blend I purchased at Michaels. This soft and warm yarn is perfect for this time of year. The Berry Bunches Scarf, after washing, is about seven inches wide and eighty-three inches in length. The length and width can be customized, making the scarf more versatile.
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The Berry Bunches Scarf Pattern (text and images for personal use only)
Materials Needed: Yarn: Loops and Threads® Luxe Merino™ Wool Blend in the Raindrops colorway (2 skeins needed for this project) Tapestry needle to weave in ends Gauge: 5 stitches per inch in the crochet suzette stitch pattern Crochet hook: US size G6 or 4.00 mm
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The Knitted Cast-On is one of many cast-on techniques in knitting. Other cast-on methods include the long tail cast-on, cable cast-on, provisional cast-on, the thumb method, picot cast-on, stretchy cast-on etc. The Knitted cast-on method is ideal for large projects. Use it when a large number of stitches are required for cast-on. This is typical for a blanket or shawl pattern. This method like the cable cast-on does not need a long yarn tail. The Knitted Cast-On is also a great beginner friendly cast-on method since it is basically the knit stitch. I usually use the knitted cast-on for knitting projects where all the edge stitches are later picked up for a more decorative border. The knitted cast-on begins with a slip knot and each additional stitch is then knitted on. The written instructions and video below on how to do the knitted cast-on is shown for right-handed knitting.
Transfer the slip knot loop onto the left knitting needle
Insert the right knitting needle into the slip knot and bring working yarn around and in between the two needles as if to knit (Knit and Tink)
Catch and pull the working yarn loop onto the right knitting needle
Transfer the new stitch loop from the right knitting needle onto the left knitting needle by inserting the left knitting needle under the front strand of the new stitch loop
Tug the working yarn to tighten the new stitch loop on the left knitting needle
Insert the right knitting needle into the first stitch on the left knitting needle
Catch and pull the working yarn loop with the right knitting needle
Move the new stitch loop from the right knitting needle to the left knitting needle by inserting the left knitting needle under the front strand of the new stitch loop
Tug the working yarn to tighten the new stitch loop on the left knitting needle
Repeat steps 7 – 10 till the desired number of stitch count is reached for a knitting project
This year at the New Jersey Sheep and Fiber Festival, I was happy to see Marian of the Marianted Yarns since it was her last time vending there. A few years ago, I bought a Practicality 75/25 (superwash merino/nylon) fingering weight skein in the Beeswax colorway from her. I wanted another skein in that colorway this year, but it was unavailable. Instead, I chose the Honeycomb colorway and purchased it. Both colors remind me of the autumn leaves in my yard. I will miss Marianated Yarns next year, but the Autumn Leaves Cowl will help me remember this wonderful day at the festival.
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The Autumn Leaves Cowl is crocheted back and forth, holding two strands of the same colorway of yarn together. The single crochet V stitch pattern is repeated several times, with alternating colorways every 2 rows. A row of crochet moss stitch is made from the right side to the left. This helps flatten the bump from the V stitch cluster. A row of crochet moss stitch is also made on the foundation chain edge, starting at the slip knot stitch. The 2 edges are then joined using the crochet zig-zag join method. Lastly, the Autumn Leaves Cowl is completed with a crochet moss stitch border. This border is on both the top and bottom edges of the cowl.
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The Autumn Leaves Cowl Pattern (text and images for personal use only)
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There are knitting patterns that use the abbreviations wyif (with yarn in front) or wyib (with yarn in back). Some of my patterns with these include The Dotted Dishcloth Pattern and The Brick and Mortar Dishcloth Pattern. In these patterns, wyif or wyib is usually used before slipping a stitch or two. A slipped stitch is neither knit nor purled. Slipped stitches can be used for mosaic colorwork knitting or to create an i-cord edge or textured stitch patterns. The video and written instructions below show how to slip one stitch wyif or wyib purlwise for right-hand knitting.
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How to slip a stitch WYIF and WYIB:
The video below shows K1 (knit 1), wyif S1 (with working yarn in front slip one stitch purlwise), wyib S1 (with working yarn in back slip one stitch purlwise), wyif S1, wyib S1
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WYIF:
Bring working yarn from the back of the right knitting needle to the front of the work
Insert the right knitting needle as if to purl (purlwise) into the first stitch on the left knitting needle
Catch that first stitch with the right knitting needle
Pull the stitch off the left knitting needle and onto the right knitting needle (one stitch has been slipped)
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WYIB:
Bring working yarn from the front of the right knitting needle to the back of the work
Insert the right knitting needle as if to purl (purlwise) into the first stitch on the left knitting needle
Catch that first stitch with the right knitting needle
Pull the stitch off the left knitting needle and onto the right knitting needle (one stitch has been slipped)
The Silver Clusters Baby Blanket is crocheted using a variation of the crochet moss stitch (see image below). The baby blanket is then finished with a crochet moss stitch border. The variation of the crochet moss stitch pattern forms clusters adding texture to the design. This stitch pattern is simple, making it a satisfying beginner friendly project that does not take long to finish. The repetitive nature of this variation of the crochet moss stitch is quite meditative and relaxing. Plus, the worsted weight cotton blend yarn used makes the blanket suitable for babies and can be used year-round.
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The Crochet Moss Stitch versus the Variation Crochet Moss Stitch: For the crochet moss stitch, the crochet hook is inserted in the chain 1 space to make a single crochet. In the moss stitch variation pattern, the crochet hook is inserted in the center (the V) of the stitch to make a single crochet.
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The Silver Clusters Baby Blanket Pattern (text and images for personal use only)
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Knitting in the round, also known as circular knitting, is a versatile technique. It allows knitters to create seamless items like hats, sweaters, and socks. Using double pointed needles (DPNs) or circular knitting needles, it’s possible to join rounds seamlessly. For knitting in the round, the first stitch is joined to the last stitch in the cast on row. The video and written instructions below show how I join round using circular knitting needles.
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How to Join Round:
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Written Instructions for How to Join Round:
Cast on the required number of stitches using a circular knitting needle.
Place a beginning of round marker (BOR) on the right circular knitting needle
Check to see all the stitches are facing inwards in one direction in the circular knitting needle
Without twisting the stitches, knit the stitch on the right circular needle to the first stitch on the left circular needle to join round
Continue knitting in the round as specified in the pattern
Since July 2020, I have created and shared 44 knitting and crochet patterns. I am grateful for the support and feedback from the knitting and crochet community, which has inspired and motivated me. I look forward to sharing more patterns in the future.
Coffee Tea Knits is returning in September with new video tutorials, blog posts, and a collection of free knitting patterns for all skill levels. Stay tuned for updates as we explore the world of yarn and needles together.
Another fundamental crochet stitch is the double crochet. It is taller than a single crochet and a half double crochet, but shorter than a treble or triple crochet. Fabric made with the double crochet stitch is less dense than fabric made with a half double crochet or single crochet. Below, you can find video and written instructions demonstrating how to make a double crochet for all the rows after the foundation chain when crocheting with your right hand.
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How to Double Crochet (video in slow motion):
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Written Instructions on How to Double Crochet in the rows after the Foundation Chain:
After a double crochet in the last chain stitch of the foundation chain row has been worked, chain three and turn the work for the second and all subsequent rows.
Wrap working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise), skip the first three stitches from the loop on the crochet hook and insert the crochet hook under both the strands of the next stitch
Wrap working yarn around hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn under and through both the strands of the next stitch in the row
There are three loops on the crochet hook
Wrap the working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn through the first two loops on the hook. There are two loops left on the crochet hook
Wrap the working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn through the remaining two loops on the hook. There is one loop left on the crochet hook
Wrap working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise) and insert the crochet hook under both the strands of the next stitch in the row
Repeat steps 3 to 6
Repeat steps 7 and 8 till the last stitch in the row
For the last stitch of the row, repeat steps 3 and 6, chain three and turn
Repeat Steps 2 to 9 to double crochet all the subsequent rows
Since July 2020, I’ve been sharing patterns, starting with the Seed Stitch Mitered Dishcloth Pattern. During the COVID-19 pandemic, knitting/crocheting and creating patterns became a healing and therapeutic activity for me. I used Premier Home® Cotton Yarn in the Jelly Dots colorway for this dishcloth and for eight more patterns (see image gallery below)*. I had bought this yarn from the now-closed A.C. Moore arts and craft store before the pandemic. Although the store is closed, I’m grateful that the pandemic is over. The Braided Dishcloth will be the last pattern I make with this yarn as I no longer have it. This yarn colorway quickly became one of my favorites, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed using it for the numerous dishcloths and other handmade items.
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The Braided Dishcloth is crocheted using the brioche stitch pattern, which is also known as the double slip stitch pattern. The brioche stitch is reversible making this a versatile crochet stitch pattern. This stitch is worked similar to the half double crochet stitch but with a slip stitch instead of the third yarn over. The horizontal braids in the brioche crochet stitch reminds me of the Lateral Braid or Vikel Braid knit stitch pattern. The dishcloth is finished with a crochet moss stitch border and a hanging loop, measuring just over 7.5 inches in width and length after blocking.
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Materials Needed for the Braided Dishcloth: Yarn: Premier Home Cotton® Cone yarn in Jelly Dots (Colorway 1) and Colorway 2 – any solid color worsted weight cotton yarn for the border (I used some leftover Lily Sugar’n Cream yarn in Country Red that I already had) Tapestry needle to weave in ends Gauge: 4.5 stitches per inch in brioche crochet stitch pattern Crochet hook: US size 7 (4.5 mm) and US G-6 (4.0 mm) for the border edge
Crochet Skill Level: Basic level with single crochet, half double crochet (How to Half Double Crochet) and slip stitches
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Abbreviations:
sc: single crochet
[…]: stitch pattern repeats
The Braided Dishcloth Pattern (text and images for personal use only)
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Another basic stitch after a single crochet (How to Single Crochet) is the half double crochet. The half double crochet stitch is taller than a single crochet stitch but shorter than a double crochet stitch. The fabric made with the half double crochet stitch is also less dense than the fabric made with a single crochet stitch. The video and written instructions below demonstrate how to make a half double crochet from a foundation chain and for the following rows when crocheting with your right hand.
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Half Double Crochet from a Foundation Chain:
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Written Instructions on How to Half Double Crochet from a Foundation Chain:
With a loop on the crochet hook, wrap working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise)
Skip the first two chains stitch from the loop on the crochet hook and insert the crochet hook into the top strand of the third chain stitch
Wrap working yarn around hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn through the top strand of the third chain stitch
There are three loops on the crochet hook
Wrap the working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn through all three loops on the crochet hook
There is one loop on the crochet hook
Wrap working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise), insert crochet hook into the top strand of the next foundation chain stitch
Wrap working yarn around hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn through the top strand of the next foundation chain stitch
Repeat steps 4 to 6
Repeat steps 7 to 9 for the rest of the foundation chain stitches including the last slip knot end stitch
Chain 2 and turn to half double crochet the next row
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How to Half Double Crochet:
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Written Instructions on How to Half Double Crochet:
Wrap working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise), skip the first two stitches from the loop on the crochet hook and insert the crochet hook under both the strands of the next stitch
Wrap working yarn around hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn under and through both the strands of the next stitch in the row
There are three loops on the crochet hook
Wrap the working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise), catch and pull yarn through all the three loops on the crochet hook. There is one loop left on the crochet hook
Wrap working yarn around the hook (counterclockwise) and insert the crochet hook under both the strands of the next stitch in the row
Repeat steps 2 to 4
Repeat steps 5 and 6 till the last stitch in the row
For the last stitch of the row, repeat steps 5 and 6, chain two and turn
Repeat Steps 5 to 8 to half double crochet all the following rows
