Perfect for afghans and larger projects. These balls are so big, they feel like they extend to the afterlife! Love it!

rnd: 1 blo sc in next 2 sts, fltr below, *1 blo sc in next 4 sts, fltr. Rep from * around. 1 blo sc in last 2 sts. 80 sts. R4: With Color A: Join in any corner ch2sp. *(1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc) in the ch2sp, ch 1. Starting in the same st as the last dc worked, sp-dc2tog, ch 1. (Starting in the same ch1sp as the last leg of the last st worked, sp-dc2tog, ch 1) across ending in the next corner ch2sp**. Work from * to ** around. Sl st to the top of the first st to join. Finish off. [8 dc, 20 sp-dc2tog, 24 ch1sp, 4 ch2sp] My yarn tastes change in time and based on trending ideas that are circulating on the internet. As much as I inspire the ideas, I am also inspired by everyday crocheters, like you.

2 - Red Heart It's A Wrap Sprinkles

As an experienced crocheter, we probably have gobs of yarn at home. To a child or someone new to the love of yarn, they may not have a thing and not a full requirement to start their own yarn collections. This allows new users to get a taste of yarn. You can use any 2 colors of yarn – variegated and a solid look great together OR use up your stashed yarn with this ‘almost’ granny square pattern. Pattern is written in ENGLISH using standard US/American crochet terms with step-by-step instructions and photos to help guide your hook to completion.

The Crochet Show Time Hat is an adaptation of the original Crystal Ice Hat by Misty Samuelson. Changes were made by changing the yarn to a #4 Medium Weight from a #5 Bulky Weight. The change significantly changed the hook size to 4 mm / G/6 as the yarn is on the thinner side of the medium-weight spectrum. This one has me on the edge of my seat waiting for the next corner to turn. This is Red Heart It's A Wrap yarn. R3: With Color B: Join in any corner ch2sp. *(1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc) in the ch2sp, ch 1. Starting in the same sp as the last dc worked, sp-dc2tog, ch 1. (Starting in the same ch1sp as the last leg of the last st worked, sp-dc2tog, ch 1) across ending in the next corner ch2sp**. Work from * to ** around. Sl st to the top of the first st to join. Finish off. [8 dc, 12 sp-dc2tog, 16 ch1sp, 4 ch2sp] Last year I designed 2 patterns using this stitch pattern. I fell in love with the simplicity of the repeating pattern and it became a favorite for me. This pattern can be adapted to change sizes by chaining the starting chain that wraps around your forehead. Keep the chain in sets of 5 and you will end up with a perfectly fitting hat. The final three rounds of the hat are the decreasing rounds which can be done in virtually any size as the top of the hat is bunched up and sewn together.

3 - Red Heart Roll With It Melange

This has been around longer than my career as an educator. Originally, in smaller format but crocheters and knitters love the speed of this yarn and demanded more and more. Together there are bigger formats and so many great shades of colours. This is Bernat Blanket yarn. I nearly designed the Summer 2020 Stitch Along using this yarn. It was my second choice. This is the Red Heart Roll With It Tweed. The roving looking colours hit my sweet spot! I see this as more accessory based which stopped me from doing a full-size afghan with it. I have to keep our Stitch Alongs affordable to most. It would have required more yarn to do an afghan.

Finished Project Weight: Total Blanket: Color A: 16.8 oz (475 g) and 873 yds (799 m) ; Color B: 17.2 oz (488 g) and 1266 yds (1158 m)rnd: *1 blo sc in next st, fltr below, 1 blo sc in next 4 sts, fltr. Rep from * around. 1 blo sc in last 3 sts. 80 sts.

Create a masterpiece with yarn and hook! Self-striping yarn gives this blanket an explosion of color and is absolutely FUN and relaxing to make. Make it any size you like, directions included. Yoh) twice, insert hook into the front loop only of the next stitch 3 rows below, yoh and draw through a loop (4 loops on the hook), (yoh and draw through 2 loops on the hook) 3 times. For me, once a ball is used, sometimes I just need a smaller amount for something like a pom-pom, tassels or fringe. This fills this need perfectly. Pattern Suggestions This is a new yarn called Bernat Wavelength Yarn. This is a yarn that is new to me and is something I want to experiment more. The colouring as my lured like a moth to a flame. This is more of a craft yarn designed for small projects. Clearly, you don't buy this yarn if you need a full-size hat or even afghan, for that matter. It's meant for small things like pom-poms and such. It's priced according to its smaller size too.Caron Simply Soft is also another staple yarn for me to use. It's a different monster than Caron One Pound as it's a premium based acrylic. It even has a different look and feels compared to Red Heart With Love, so it's not really comparable. Colors: 4 skeins in Red Heart Roll With It Melange – Catwalk, and 3 skeins in Red Heart Super Saver – Aran. Special Double Crochet 2 Together: (sp-dc2tog): yarn over hook, insert hook into specified stitch (or chain space), yarn over and pull up 1 loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops on your hook. Skip 1 stitch. Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch (or chain space), yarn over and pull up 1 loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops on your hook, yarn over and pull through the rem 3 loops on your hook. The next sp-dc2tog will begin in the same st (or chain space) that the last sp-dc2tog finished in (where the second leg of the stitch stands). *Photo Support is at the END of the post* Helpful Tutorials This yarn is premium acrylic and is already soft in the ball format. The softness allows the afghans and items to hug me when I am watching TV. This has become a staple yarn for me to do pattern testing. It's reliable and consistent with colouring. If I am looking to learn something or test, I hit up the Caron One Pound as my first choice.