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Robyn Chachula

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yarn: Sock weight (#1 Super Fine). Shown: Cascade Yarns, Heritage (75% merino superwash, 25% nylon; 437 yd [400 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]): #5648 life jacket (MC), 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3) balls. hook: D/3 (3.25 mm) or hook needed to obtain gauge. notions: Spray bottle with water and straight pins for blocking; tapestry needle for weaving in ends; 2 removable markers.

Giselle

VeSt

This simple, lacy top is very versatile. It is perfect for dressing up a shirt for the office or for a night on the town; it can also be worn alone as a top during summer. The construction of the top is from side to side with the seam centered at the back, creating a desirable slimming effect with vertical stripes and a lace panel at the front.

gau g e
28 sts x 12 rows = 4" x 4" (10 x 10 cm) in Flower and Stripe Stitch Pattern. 28 sts x 10 rows = 4" x 3" (10 x 7.5 cm) in Center Stitch Pattern.

f i n i s h e d s ize
S (M, L, XL, 2X, 3X) is sized to fit a 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52)" (81.5 [91.5, 101.5, 112, 114.5, 132] cm) bust with a very-close fit. For a looser fit, make the next size up. Top shown is a size M. finished chest: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52)" (81.5 [91.5, 101.5, 112, 114.5, 132] cm). finished length: 17 (18, 18, 19, 19, 20)" (44.5 [45.5, 47, 48.5, 49.5, 51] cm).

Notes

Body is worked in one piece

sideways, then it is seamed together at center back. All edges are worked in rows back and forth, joined in rounds. Shoulder straps are worked separately and seamed to body.

S i m p ly C r o C h e t

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yarn: DK Weight (#3 Light). Shown: Filatura Di Crosa, Zara (100% extrafine merino superwash; 136.5 yd [125 m]/1.75 oz [50 g]): #1396 off white (MC), 1 ball; #1894 fawn (CC1), 1 ball; #1896 taupe (CC2), 1 ball. hook: F/5 (3.75mm) or hook needed to obtain gauge. notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends; two fat quarters (18" x 21" [45.5 x 53.5 cm]); handsewing needle and matching thread; two purse handles (circular, D-shaped, or similar).

Blooming Beauty
purSe
by tR aC i e ba R R e t t

This purse works up quickly for either last-minute gifts or for

putting the finishing touch on that perfect outfit. The lining is made using fat quarters (precut fabric remnants), so feel free to go bold without spending a lot of money. The fabric lining prevents the bag from stretching out, so toss in all your essentials and go!

gau g e
1 finished motif (3 rounds) = 4" (11 cm) from point to point.

f i n i s h e d s ize
15" across x 9" deep (38 x 24 cm; not including handles).

Notes

Work two rounds of motifs,

then third round is worked to join motifs together. Follow joining diagram to join motifs together.

S i m p ly C r o C h e t

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Lattice
neck

introduction
1 ball or less Iced Ascot Flapper Hat Billows of Baubles Scarf Twist Cowl Wrap Mystic Cuff Emma Lace Scarf Diamonds and Lace Hat Neck Lattice 3 balls or fewer Botan Placemats Tapestry Basket Blooming Beauty Purse Nedburt Puppet Natalie Shrug Giselle Vest Sidney Cardigan Annabel Shawl 5 balls or fewer Tallula Baby Top Amelia Cardigan Float Vest Float Cardigan Linked Jacket Dots and Dashes Blanket Spa Shawl Top Spa Shawl Tunic

designer bios glossary resources index

Spa Shawl
top

Twist Cowl
wrap

Natalie
shrug

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elegance can be affordable.
Simply Crochet is packed with valuable designer advice and practical, yet stylish projects for crocheters who want to make the most of their yarn stash. Inside this helpful resource, youll find: 24 cleverly designed one-, three-, and five-ball projects, including delightful patterns for jewelry, scarves, bags, shawls, vests, cardigans, home accessories, and baby-friendly items. Designer tips on saving money, stash busting, and helpful hints on making your yarn go the furthest in a pattern with different stitch choices and stitch patterns. Perfect for crocheters of all levels, Simply Crochet offers creative ideas and inventive solutions for making every stitch count.

Robyn Chachula is the author of Baby Blueprint Crochet, Blueprint Crochet, and a contributor to Crochet Me and Crocheted Gifts. She has been published in a number of magazines, including Interweave Crochet and Crochet Today! Robyn has been a guest on Knit and Crochet Today and on Knitting Daily TV. She lives in Pennsylvania.

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