Crochet! July 2009

28 Tempting ideas/ Pitcher Cover: Protect Your Beverages!
defining
crochet
j u ly 2009 / Crochet Ma g a zin e. c om
Youll Love How You Look

In Our Cool Lace Duster
ocean
breezes
10 Projects to Make
In a Weekend or Less
time-saver
crochet
Stitch a Special Gift
For Your Best Gal Pals!
celebrate
friends

Contents
July 2009 / volume 22, no. 4
In every issue
EDITORS CHOICE
10
Ocean Breezes Duster
A beautiful combination of lacy

motifs and a pretty openwork
pattern creates perfect fashion
harmony in this exquisite duster.
The long, flattering length and
soft, comfortable drape make it
look and feel great.
10
14
16
18
Easy as 1-2-3
14
Celebrate Friends On
Aug. 2, 2009, celebrate Friendship
Day with your best gal pals and
give them each a special little
handmade gift to show how
much you appreciate them.
Caring & Sharing
16
Victory Junction
gang Racing Afghan
Patients at the Victory Junction

Gang Camp for children will be
thrilled to receive this bright,
happy blanket designed with the
camps racing theme in mind.
Timeless treasures
18
Lacy Coverlet &

Pillows Many of our readers
have requested vintage patterns

that bring back the past with
their lovely and timeless designs.
So, revisit yesterday with our new
feature showcasing heirloom
patterns that are just as beautiful
today as they were then.
Departments Editors Note 6 / Letters From Our Readers 6 / Crochet in the News 8 / Buyers Guide 63 / Standards & Symbols 63 /
Stitch Guide 64 / Crochet! at a Glance 65 / Hooks & Humor 66 / Previews 66
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SLIP INTO STYLE
Cool, classy tops, fashion-friendly jackets and

a must-have LBD (little black dress) take
center stage in this issues flattering styles.
46
34 in stitches
For some pretty lace patterns with just a

touch of texture, youll love our delightful
Windmills and Rabbit Ears.
DRESS IT UP
Our silky Clamshell Shawl is the perfect wrap

for a cool summer evening, and youll always
have the perfect bag with our city-chic purse
that can be either sophisticated or casual.
36 Summer in the city Purse

38 Clamshell Shawl
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NEWSSTAND CONSULTANT
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Special features
32 Changing
the Look
If youve ever wanted to modify

a V-neckline or adjust the sleeve
length on a crocheted sweater
or top pattern, well help you
understand the mathematical
basics involved to change the look.
20 Trade Winds jacket

24 The Necessary LBD
28 Take-Two Pullover
30 Jeweled stripes top
40
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A NOTE FROM
THE EDITOR
With todays
busier-than-ever
summertime schedules, its often difficult to find time
to complete our crochet projects.
In this issue, weve labeled several
patterns that can be made in
a weekend or less, making them
ideal to finish during breaks at
work, in the evening, at family
get-togethers or on vacation.
Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, is
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gift. Our Celebrate Friends feature on page 14, offers three lovely
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EDITORS
CHOICE
SIZED TO
2X
Ocean
breezes
duster
D ESIGN C O URTESY O F
GARNSTU D I O / D R O P S D ESIGN
This beautiful lace

duster makes a
fabulous, year-round
wardrobe piece. Wear
it over a cami or tank
in the summer, or a
long-sleeve top in
cooler weather.
S K I LL LEVEL
F I N I SHE D S IZES
Instructions given fit ladies X-small/

small; changes for medium, large,
X-large and 2X-large are in [ ].
F I N I SHE D GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
Bust: 30 inches (X-small/small) [36

inches (medium), 42 inches (large), 48
inches (X-large), 54 inches (2X-large)]
MATERIALS
DROPS Muskat
light (DK) weight
mercerized
cotton yarn (13/4 oz/109
yds/50g per ball):
8 [9, 10, 11, 12] balls #01 light
blue purple
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size
needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
GAUGE
16 dc = 4 inches; 10 dc rows = 4 inches;

3 tr rows = 2 inches
Take time to check gauge.
PATTERN NOTES
Chain-3 at beginning of row or round

counts as first double crochet unless
otherwise stated.
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless
otherwise stated.
counts as first treble crochet unless
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Increase (inc): At end of row, ch 8, sc in

last st.
Decrease at end of treble crochet row
(dec at end of tr row): Leave last 3 sts
unworked.
Decrease at beginning of treble
crochet row (dec at beg of tr row):
Sl st in each of first 3 sts.
Decrease at beginning of chain space
row (dec at beg of ch sp row): Sl st
across first ch sp.
Decrease at end of chain space row

(dec at end of ch sp row): Leave last ch
sp unworked.
Duster
Square
Make 6 [7, 8, 9, 10].
Rnd 1: Ch 5, sl st in first ch to form ring,
ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), 15 dc in ring,
join (see Pattern Notes) in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3. (16 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 3, sk next st,
[sc in next st, ch 3, sk next st] around, join
in beg sc.
Rnd 3: Ch 3, 3 dc in next ch sp, [dc in next
st, 3 dc in next ch sp] around, join in 3rd
ch of beg ch-3. (32 dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 3, sk next st,
[sc in next st, ch 3, sk next st] around, join
in beg sc. (16 ch sps)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in each st around with 2
dc in each ch sp, join in 3rd ch of beg ch3. (48 dc)
Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 5, sk next
2 sts, [sc in next st, ch 5, sk next 2 sts]
around, join in beg sc. (16 ch sps)
Rnd 7: Sl st in each of next 2 chs, ch 1, sc
in same ch sp, *[ch 7, sc in next ch sp] 3
times, ch 10 (corner)**, sc in next ch sp,
rep from * around, ending last ch sp at **,
join in beg sc.
next st, [tr in next st, ch 1, sk next st] across,

ending with tr in each of last 2 sts, turn.
Row 4: Ch 4, tr in each ch and in each st
across, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 5, sk next st,
sc in next st, [ch 5, sk next 2 sts, sc in next
st] across, turn. (40 [48, 56, 64, 72] ch sps)
Rows 68 [68, 68, 610, 610]: Ch
9, sc in first ch sp, [ch 5, sc in next ch sp]
across, turn.
Row 9 [9, 9, 11, 11]: Ch 6, 3 tr in first ch
sp, 3 tr in each ch sp across, ending with
2 tr in last ch sp, turn.
Row 10 [10, 10, 12, 12]: Ch 4, tr in next
st, [ch 1, sk next st, tr in next st] across,
ending last rep with tr in top of turning
ch on last row, turn.
Row 11 [11, 11, 13, 13]: Ch 4, tr in each
of next 18 [22, 26, 30, 34] sts and chs, 2
tr in next st or ch, *tr in each of next 19
[23, 27, 31, 35] sts and chs, 2 tr in next st
or ch, rep from * across, turn. (126 [150,
174, 198, 222] tr)
Assembly
Holding 2 Squares WS tog, working
through both thicknesses, join with sc
in corner ch sp, [ch 5, sc in next ch sp]
across. Fasten off.
Rep until all Squares are joined tog,
forming 1 long strip.
Bottom Section
Row 1: Working across 1 long edge of
Squares, with WS facing, join with sc in
first ch sp, evenly sp 119 [143, 167, 191,
215] sc across, turn. (120 [144, 168, 192,
216] sc)
Row 2: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), tr in each
st across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 5 (counts as first tr and ch-1), sk
Rows 1217 [1217, 1217, 1421,

1421]: Rep rows 510 [510, 510,
512, 512].
Row 18 [18, 18, 22, 22]: Ch 4, tr in each
of next 19 [23, 27, 31, 35] sts, 2 tr in next
11
Oc e a n b r e e z e s d u s t e r
st, *tr in each of next 20 [24, 28, 32, 36]

sts, 2 tr in next st, rep from * across. Fasten off. (132 [156, 180, 204, 228] tr)
Top
Row 1: Working across 1 long edge of
Squares, with WS facing, join with sc in
first ch sp, evenly sp 119 [143, 167, 191,
215] sc across, turn. (120 [144, 168, 192,
216] sc)
Right Front
Row 2: Ch 4, tr in each of next 29 [35,
41, 47, 53] sts, leaving rem sts unworked,
turn. (30 [36, 42, 48, 54] tr)
Row 3: Ch 5, sk next st, [tr in next st, ch
1, sk next st] across, ending with tr in
each of last 2 sts, turn.
across, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 5, sk next
st, sc in next st, [ch 5, sk next 2 sts, sc in
next st] across, turn. (10 [12, 14, 16, 18]
ch sps)
Row 6: Dec at beg of ch sp row (see
Special Stitches), ch 9, sc in next ch sp, [ch
5, sc in next ch sp] across, inc (see Special
Stitches), turn.
Row 7: Ch 9, sc in first ch sp, [ch 5, sc in
next ch sp] across, turn.
Row 8: Rep row 6.
X-Large & 2X-Large Sizes Only
Rows [9 & 10, 9 & 10]: Rep rows 7 and 6.
All Sizes
sp, 3 tr in each ch sp across, ending with 2
tr in last ch sp, turn. (30 [36, 42, 48, 54] tr)
Row 10 [10, 10, 12, 12]: Beg dec at beg
of tr row (see Special Stitches), ch 4, tr
in next st, [ch 1, sk next st, tr in next st]
across, ending last rep with tr in top of
turning ch on last row, turn.
Row 11 [11, 11, 13, 13]: Ch 4, tr in each
st and ch across, turn.
X-Small/Small, Medium &
Large Sizes Only
Next rows: Work even in established pattern until 18 [18, 18, 22] rows have been
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completed. At end of last row, fasten off.

X-Large & 2X-Large Sizes Only
Rows [14 & 15, 14 & 15]: Rep rows 5
and 6.
Next rows: Work even in established pattern until [22, 22] rows have been completed. At end of last row, fasten off.
Left Front
Sk center 60 [72, 84, 96, 108] sts for Back,
join in next st and work same as Right
Front, reversing shaping.
Back
Row 1: With RS facing, join with sc in next
unworked sc on row 1 of Top, sc in each st
across, turn. (60 [72, 84, 96, 108] sc)
Row 2: Ch 4, tr in each st across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 5, sk next st, [tr in next st, ch

1, sk next st] across, ending with tr in
each of last 2 sts, turn.
across, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 5, sk next
st, sc in next st, [ch 5, sk next 2 sts, sc in
next st] across, inc, turn. (21 ]25, 29, 33,
37] ch sps)
Rows 68 [68, 68, 610, 610]:
Ch 9, sc in first ch sp, [ch 5, sc in next ch
sp] across, inc, turn. (24 [28, 32, 38, 42]
ch sps)
sp, 3 tr in each ch sp across, ending with
2 tr in last ch sp, turn. (72 [84, 96, 114,
126] tr)
Next rows: Work even in pattern
2nd Shoulder Shaping

Sk next 18 [18, 18, 30, 30] sts at center,
join in next st, work in pattern across.
Fasten off.
Assembly
Sew shoulder seams.
Sew 11/2 inches tog at underneath armhole up to where the inc beg.
Edging
Rnd 1: Working in ends of rows, join with
sc at 1 shoulder seam, evenly sp [ch 3, sk
1/2 inch, sc] around, join in beg sc.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each st around with 2 sc
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Front
Front
Back
Squares
Twisted
Cord
Cut 4 strands
each 31/2 yards in
length. Twist them tog until they resist,
fold in half and let twist tog.
Tie knot 2 inches from end on each end.
Weave through ch sps above Squares as
shown in photo.
30 [36, 42, 48, 54]"
12 [12, 12, 131/2, 131/2]" 12 [12, 12, 131/2, 131/2]"

5"
First Shoulder Shaping

Next row: Ch 4, work in pattern across
first 27 [33, 39, 42, 48] sts and chs, leaving rem sts and chs unworked. Fasten off.
in each ch sp and
4 sc in each ch
sp between neck
and Front pieces,
join in beg sc.
Rnd 3: Ch 3,
dc in each st
around, join in
3rd ch of beg ch3. Fasten off.
29 [29, 29, 32, 32]"
until 17 [17, 17, 21, 21] rows have

been completed.
Tassel
Make 2.
Cut 25 strands each 10 inches in length.
Tie separate strand around center of all
strands held tog. Fold in half and wrap a
separate strand around all strands 1 inch
from fold. Secure end.
Attach 1 Tassel each end of Tie. C!
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EASY AS
1-2-3
Celebrate Friends
D e s i g n s b y A n g e l a S l a u g h t e r a n d S u s a n Lo w m a n
Aug. 2, 2009 is Friendship Day. Celebrate with special gal pals

and show them how much you appreciate their friendship
with a lovely gift made just for them.
Friendship
Bracelet
D ESIGN B Y
ANGELA SLAUGHTER
Give a friend this pretty

beaded bracelet accented
with special friendship
charms.
S KILL LEVEL
F IN ISHE D S IZES
Wrist: 6 inches [61/2 inches, 7 inches,

71/2 inches]
MATER IALS
Nymo nylon bead thread size D:

1 bobbin gold
Size 6/1.80mm steel crochet hook
or size needed to obtain gauge
Big-eye beading needle
Charms of your choice to reflect
your friend: 810
Glass beads:
6mm dark and light topaz: 3
[3, 3, 7]
4mm dark and light topaz: 2
[2, 3, 3]
2mm dark and light topaz: 8 [9,
10, 11]
5mm silver split rings: 2
2.5mm crimp tubes: 2
2mm silver crimp ends: 2
Lobster claw clasp
Crimp tool
Pliers
14
Crochet! July 2009
Make in
hours or less5!
GAUGE
Gauge is not important for this item.

B r ac e l e t
Chain
Make 4.
Using beading needle, thread beads in
following basic pattern:
6mm bead, 2 (2mm) beads, 4mm bead,
2 (2mm) beads and 6mm bead.
Continue in this pattern to make 6 [61/2, 7,
71/2] inch bracelet, string for a total of 14

[15, 16, 17] beads.
Alternatively, with each chain replace a
2mm or 4mm bead with charm anywhere
along chain using 2 charms per chain.
Individual chains should have charms
placed in different areas.
After stringing the beads, remove the
needle and push beads back on thread
until needed.
Using size 6 hook, ch 12, pull up bead,
[ch 5, pull up bead] until the distance
between the first and last beads measures

4 [41/2, 5, 51/2] inches, ch 12. Fasten off.
Finishing
Using big-eye needle, string 1 side of the
4 complete chains through the needle.
Feed crimp bead over all 4 chains; tighten
crimping bead around chains by using
crimp tool.
Rep with other end of Bracelet.
Place crimp end on each side of Bracelet
using the pliers.
Place split ring on each side of Bracelet
and lastly attach lobster clasp on 1 side
of Bracelet.
Business Card
Holder
D ESIGN B Y
SUSAN L O W M AN
For an on-the-go career

woman, here is a unique
and lovely way to carry her
business cards.
Make in
hours or less2!
S K I LL LEVEL
F I N I SHE D S IZE
41/2 x 21/2 inches

MATERIALS
J. & P. Coats Royale Classic Crochet

Thread size 10 crochet cotton
(white: 400 yds per ball; colors:
350 yds per ball):
100 yds #201 white
10 yds #401 orchid pink
2 yds each #428 mint and #423
maize
Size 7/1.65mm steel crochet hook
or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers: 2
GAUGE
9 cross-sts = 2 inches; 12 cross-st rows =

2 inches
PATTERN NOTES

otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCH
Cross-stitch (cross-st): Sk next st, dc in

next st, dc in st just sk.
Card holder
Row 1 (RS): With white, ch 37, sc in 2nd
ch from hook and in each ch across, turn.
(36 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st in first st, ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), cross-st (see Special Stitch)
across, ending with dc in last st, turn. (2
dc, 17 cross-sts)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
(36 sc)
Rows 443: [Rep rows 2 and 3 alternately]
20 times. At end of last row, fasten off.
Assembly
With WS facing, fold bottom edge up so
row 1 meets row 29. Turn piece over so RS

is facing.
Join white in right-hand edge of row 15
at bottom of fold, working through both
thicknesses, [2 sc in end of next dc row,
sc in end of next sc row] 7 times, place
marker, *[2 sc in end of next dc row, sc in
edge of next sc row] 6 times, 2 sc in end
of next dc row*, 3 sc in first st on last row,
sc in each st across to last st, 3 sc in last st,
rep between * once, place marker in last
st, working through both thicknesses, [sc
in end of next sc row, 2 sc in end of next
dc row] 7 times sl st in end of row 15. Fasten off. (122 sc)
Edging
With RS facing and bottom of flap at top,
working in back lps (see Stitch Guide),
join orchid pink in back lp of first sc after
first marker, sc in each of next 3 sts, [ch
3, sc in each of next 4 sts] 4 times, [ch
3, sc in each of next 2 sts] twice, [ch 3,
Continued on page 52
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CARING &
SHARING
Victory Junction Gang

racing afghan
D ESIGN B Y B EN D Y CARTER
With its fun design and bright colors, this racing-themed

afghan is sure to bring smiles of joy to patients at the
Victory Junction Gang Camp for children.
SKILL LEVEL
FINISHED SIZE
44 x 54 inches
MATERIALS
Dark Horse LLC Fantasy

acrylic/nylon medium
(worsted) weight yarn (31/2 oz/205
yds/100g per skein):
3 skeins each #24 red, #28 royal
blue and #29 dark green
2 skeins #26 dark yellow
1 skein each #17 winter white and
#01 black
Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or size
Tapestry needle
GAUGE
Beginning Squares = 21/2 inches square

5 dc rows = 3 inches
PATTERN NOTES

otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCH
Corner decrease (corner dec): Yo,

insert hook in ch-2 corner ch sp on this
16
Crochet! July 2009
Square, yo, pull lp through, insert hook

in ch-2 corner ch sp of next ch, yo, pull lp
through, yo, pull through 3 lps on hook,
yo, pull though all lps on hook.
Afghan
Beginning Winter White
Square
Make 22.
Rnd 1: With winter white, ch 4, (2 dc, {ch
2, 3 dc} 3 times) in 4th ch from hook, ch 1,
sc in 3rd ch of ch-4 forming last ch sp, do
not turn. (4 dc groups)
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in
same ch sp, *fptr (see Stitch Guide)
around next st, dc in next st, fptr around
next st**, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next ch sp,
rep from * around, ending last rep at **,
2 dc in same ch sp as beg ch-3, ch 2, join
(see Pattern Notes) in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Leaving long end, fasten off.
Beginning Black Square
Make 23.
Rnd 1: With black, ch 4, (2 dc, {ch 2, 3 dc}
3 times) in 4th ch from hook, ch 1, sc in
3rd ch of ch-4 forming last ch sp, do not
turn. (4 dc groups)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in same ch sp, *dc in each
of next 3 sts**, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next
ch-2 sp, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, 2 dc in same ch sp as beg ch-3,
ch 2, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Leaving
long end, fasten off.
Sew Squares tog to form a rectangle of 5
Squares wide by 9 Squares long, alternating colors, with Beginning Black Squares
in each corner as shown in photo.
Border
Rnd 1: Join red in any corner ch-2 sp, ch
3, dc in same ch sp, *dc in each of next 7
sts, [corner dec (see Special Stitch), dc in
each of next 7 sts] across to next corner ch
sp**, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in corner ch sp, rep
from * around, ending last rep at **, 2 dc
in same ch sp as beg ch-3, ch 1, join with
sc in 3rd ch of beg ch-3 forming last ch
sp. (43 dc across each short edge & 75 dc
across each long edge, total 236 dc)
Vic to ry J u n c t i o n G a n g C a m p
Victory Junction Gang
Camp is a free camp for children ages 616 who have one
of 24 chronic or serious medical conditions. The racingthemed camp is designed to
enrich the lives of these children by giving them a medically
safe, fun and exciting camping
experience. Each child who attends camp, around 2,800 per
year, receives a handmade afghan of his or her very own as
a keepsake to remember the
camp experience.
If you would like to read

more about Victory Junction
Gang Camp go to: http://www.
victoryjunction.org.
To donate, make an afghan
out of washable yarn, 3540
inches wide by 4550 inches
long in bright camp colors of
red, blue, yellow and green, and
send to the following address:
Victory Junction Gang Camp
c/o Sewing Program
4500 Adams Way
Randleman, NC 27317
Rnds 24: Ch 3, dc in same ch sp, *dc in

each st across to next corner ch sp**, (2
dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next corner ch sp, rep
from * around, ending last rep at **, 2 dc
in same ch sp as beg ch-3, ch 1, join with
sc in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (284 dc at end of
last row)
Rnd 10: Ch 3, dc in same ch sp, *fptr

around next st, [dc in next st, fptr around
next st] across to next corner ch sp**, (2
dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in corner ch sp, rep from *
around, ending last rep at **, 2 dc in same
ch sp as beg ch-3, ch 2, join in 3rd ch of
beg ch-3. Fasten off. (380 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in same ch sp, *dc in each

st across to next corner ch sp**, (2 dc, ch
2, 2 dc) in next ch sp, rep from * around,
ending last rep at **, 2 dc in same ch sp as
beg ch-3, ch 2, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Fasten off. (300 dc)
Rnd 6: Join royal blue in any corner ch-2
sp, ch 3, dc in same ch sp, dc in each st
around with (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in each corner ch sp, ending with 2 dc in same corner
ch sp as beg ch-3, ch 1, join with sc in 3rd
ch of beg ch-3 forming last ch sp. (63 dc
across each short edge & 95 dc across each
long edge, total 316 dc)
Rnds 79: Ch 3, dc in same ch sp, *fptr
around next st, [dc in next st, fptr around
next st] across to next corner ch sp**, (2
dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in corner ch sp, rep from *
ch sp as beg ch-3, ch 1, join with sc in 3rd
Rnd 11: Using dark yellow, rep rnd 6. (83

dc across each short edge & 115 dc across
each long edge, total 396 dc)
Rnds 1215: Rep rnds 25. (460 dc at end
of last rnd)
Rnd 16: Using dark green, rep rnd 6. (103
dc across each short edge & 135 dc across
Rnds 1720: Rep rnds 710. (540 dc at
end of last rnd)
Rnd 21: Using red, rep rnd 6. (123 dc
across each short edge & 155 dc across
Rnds 2225: Rep rnds 25. (620 dc at end
of last rnd)
Edging
Rnd 1: Join royal blue with sc in any corner ch-2 sp, ch 1, sc in same ch sp, sc in
each st around with (sc, ch 1, sc) in each
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TIMELESS
TREASURES
lacy coverlet & pillows

D ESIGN B Y M ARIA NAGY
Step into the past with our new

Timeless Treasures feature and enjoy
creating favorite heirloom designs
that are just as beautiful today.
Size It Your Way
Fit the coverlet to any size bed

by adding more motifs as needed
to the length and width before
working the border. A shorter
length of just two rows of motifs
makes a beautiful bed scarf.
PATTERN NOTES
S K I LL LEVEL
F I N ISHE D S IZES
Coverlet: 571/2 x 781/2 inches

Pillow Top: Fits 12-inch pillow
MATERIALS
Medium (worsted) weight

yarn:
70 oz/3,500 yds/1,985g
off-white
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or
size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Sewing needle
Off-white sewing thread
12-inch pillow with ruffles: 2
GAUGE
3 dc = 1 inch; rnds 13 of Motif = 3

inches across
Motif = 101/2 inches

counts as first half double crochet unless
otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Puff stitch (puff st): Yo, insert hook in

next ch sp, yo, pull up long lp, [yo, insert
hook in same ch sp, yo, pull up long lp]
twice, yo, pull through all lps on hook.
Picot: Ch 5, sl st in 5th ch from hook.
Co v e r l e t
Motif
Make 35.
ch 1, 10 sc in ring, join (see Pattern Notes)

in beg sc. (10 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, join in
beg sc. (20 sc)
Rnd 3: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), hdc in
each of next 4 sts, ch 3, [hdc in each of
next 5 sts, ch 3] around, join in 2nd ch of
beg ch-2. (20 hdc, 4 ch sps)
Rnd 4: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in
each of next 4 sts, ch 3, 3 dc in next ch sp,
ch 3, [dc in each of next 5 sts, ch 3, 3 dc in
next ch sp, ch 3] around, join in 3rd ch of
beg ch-3. (32 dc, 8 ch-3 sps)
Rnd 5: Ch 4, tr dec (see Stitch Guide) in
next 4 sts, *ch 3, (tr, ch 1) twice in next
st, (tr, ch 1) 3 times in next st, (tr, ch 1, tr)
in next st, ch 3**, tr dec in next 5 sts, rep
from * around, ending last rep at **, join
in 4th ch of beg ch-4.
Rnd 6: Sl st in next st, ch 5, sl st in same st,
*ch 3, (puff stsee Special Stitch, ch 1) in
each of next 5 ch-1 sps, puff st in next ch-1
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SL I P I NTO STYLE
SIZED TO
2X
Trade Winds Jacket

DESIGN COURTESY OF GARNSTUDIO/DROPS DESIGN
Whether youre off to exotic seashores or simply enjoying a

fun night out, this breezy jacket is perfect for cool summer
evenings and early fall days.
J ack e t
SKILL LEVEL
F INI S HE D SIZE S
Instructions given fit ladies small;

changes for medium, large, X-large and
2X-large are in [ ].
F INI S HE D GARM ENT MEA S U RE MENTS
Bust: 371/2 inches (small) [41 inches

(medium), 45 inches (large), 481/2
inches (X-large), 511/2 inches (2X-large)]
M ATERIAL S
DROPS Ice bulky

(chunky) weight
yarn (13/4 oz/49
yds/50g per ball):
16 [17, 19, 21, 23] balls
#03 ice blue
Size L/11/8mm crochet hook or size
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers: 2
GAU GE
8 sc = 4 inches; 1 tr row = 1 inch

PATTERN NOTE S
Body is worked in one piece.

Decrease in single crochet rows only.
counts as first treble crochet unless
otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
Body
Row 1: Ch 107 [114, 122, 135, 142], sc in
2nd ch from hook and in each of next 2
chs, sk next ch, [sc in each of next 3 chs,
sk next ch] across, ending with sc in each
of next 2 [1, 1, 2, 1] chs, turn. (80 [85, 91,
101, 106] sc)
Row 2: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), tr in each
st across, turn.
Small Size Only
Row 3: Ch 1, sc dec (see Stitch Guide and
Pattern Notes) in first 2 sts, sc in each of
next 38 sts, sc dec in next 2 sts, sc in each
st across with sc dec in last st, turn. (77 sc)
Place marker between 19th and 20th sts
from each end to mark Fronts.
Medium Size Only
Row [3]: Ch 1, sc dec (see Stitch Guide
and Pattern Notes) in first 2 sts, sc in each
of rem 83 sts, turn. ([84] sc)
Place marker between [21st and 22nd] sts
Large & 2X-Large Sizes Only
Row [3]: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in each st
across, turn. ([92, 107] sc)
Place marker between [23rd and 24th,
27th and 28th] sts from each end to
mark Fronts.
Size X-Large Only
Row [3]: Ch 1, sc dec (see Stitch Guide and
Pattern Notes) in first 2 sts, sc in each st
across with sc dec in last 2 sts, turn. ([99] sc)
Place marker between [25th and 26th] sts
All Sizes
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st across.
Next rows: Rep rows 4 and 5 for pattern
until piece measures 23/4 inches from beg,
then sc dec (see Stitch Guide and Pattern Notes) in 2 sc on each side of each
marker. (73 [80, 88, 95, 103] sts at end of
last row)
Next rows: Work even in pattern until piece measures 6 inches from beg,
then sc dec in 2 sts on each side of each
marker. (69 [76, 84, 91, 99] sts at end of
last row)
Next rows: Work even in pattern until
piece measures 7 [61/4, 7, 61/4, 7] inches,
inc by working 2 tr into same st on front
side of each marker every 4th row 3 times.
(75 [82, 90, 97,105] sts at end of last row)
piece measures 121/4 [121/2, 13, 131/2, 133/4]
inches from beg, ending with tr row. At
end of last row, fasten off.
Back
Row 1: Working in sts for Back between
markers, beg at left side, sk 1 [1, 2, 2,
2] on back side of marker, join with sc
in next st, sc in each st across leaving
last 1 [1, 2, 2, 2] sts before next marker
unworked, turn. (33 [36, 38, 41, 45] sc)
piece measures 18 [19, 193/4, 201/2, 211/4]
inches from beg.
First Shoulder
Next rows: Work even 2 rows over first
12 [13, 14, 15, 17] sts, leaving rem sts
unworked. At end of last row, fasten off.
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T r a d e Wi n d s J ack e t
Left Front
Row 1: Join in first st at front edge, work
in pattern across to marker, turn.
Next rows: Work in pattern across and
at same time inc 1 st at marked edge on
each tr row until piece measures 15 [153/4,
161/2, 153/4, 161/2] inches from beg and you
have 23 [25, 27, 29, 31] tr.
Next rows: Work even over next 14 [15,
16, 18, 20] sts at side edge and at same
time sc dec on every other row 2 [2, 2, 3,
3] times. (12 [13, 14, 15, 17] sts at end of
last row)
piece measures 193/4 [201/2, 211/4, 22, 223/4]
inches. At end of last row, fasten off.
Right Front
Work same as Left Front, reversing all
shaping.
233/4 [241/2,251/4,26,263/4]"
Bottom Border
Row 1: Working in starting ch on opposite
side of row 1, join with sl st in first [first,
2nd, first, first] ch, ch 4, (tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in
same ch, [sk next 6 chs, (2 tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in
next ch] across, turn.
Rows 24: Ch 4, (2 tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in each
Front
Back
Body
Bottom Edging
371/2 [41, 45, 481/2, 521/2]"
22
Crochet! July 2009
ch-1 sp across, turn. At end of last row,

fasten off.
Sew shoulder seams.
Sleeve
Row 1: Join with sc in first tr at underarm,
evenly sp [ch 2, sk 3/4 inch, sc in next st
or end of row] 11 [12, 12, 13, 14] times,
turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across with 2 sc
in each ch sp, turn. (34 [37, 37, 40, 43] sc)
Next rows: Rep rows 3 and 4 for pattern
until piece measures 23/4 inches from beg.
Next rows: Work in pattern and at same
time, sc dec at each side on each sc row
7 times. (20 [23, 23, 26, 29] sc at end of
last row)
piece measures 161/4 [16, 161/4, 151/2, 15]
inches from beg, ending with tr row.
Small Size Only
Last row: Work even in pattern. Fasten off.
Medium & Large Sizes Only
Last row: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in each st
across with 2 sc in last st, turn. Fasten off.
([25, 25] sc)
X-Large Size Only
Last row: Ch 1, sc dec in first 2 sts, sc in
Front
4"
71/2 [8, 81/4, 81/2, 9]"
121/4 [121/2,13,131/2,133/4]"
2nd Shoulder
Next rows: Sk center 9 [10, 10, 11, 11]
sts, join with sc in next st and work 2 rows
even in pattern across. At end of last row,
fasten off.
each st across, turn. Fasten off. ([25] sc)

2X-Large Size Only
Last row: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in each st
across, turn. Fasten off. ([30] sc)
Rep on rem armhole.
Sew Sleeve seam.
Sleeve Edging
Rnd 1: Join with sl st in first st at seam, ch
4, (tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in same st, sk next 4 sts,
[(2 tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in next st, sk next 4 sts]
around, join (see Pattern Notes) in 4th ch
of beg ch-4.
Rnds 2 & 3: Ch 4, (2 tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in each
ch-1 sp around, join in 4th ch of beg ch-4.
At end of last rnd, fasten off.
Rep on rem Sleeve.
Neck Edging
Row 1: Join in first unworked st on front,
ch 4, (tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in same st, sk more or
fewer sts as needed to maintain pattern,
[sk next 4 sts, (2 tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in next st]
across to opposite side of Front edge, turn.
Row 2: Ch 4, (2 tr, ch 1, 2 tr) in each ch-1
sp across. Fasten off.
Tie
Make ch 2 yards in length. Fasten off.
Tie knot in each end.
Weave Tie through tr sts at waist. C!
191/2 [191/4, 191/2, 183/4, 181/4]"

Sleeve
Front
3"
161/2 [161/4, 161/2, 153/4, 151/4]"
Jennifer Kraemer-Smith for MPA. Copyright, Magazine Publishers of America, Inc. (c)2007. All rights reserved.
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S L I P I N TO S T YL E
The Necessary LBD

D E S I G N B Y J I L L H A N R AT T Y
Every woman needs a dazzling black dress for special

occasions. This beautiful version is worked from the neck
down in the round, making it easy to lengthen or shorten.
SKIL L L E V E L
F IN ISHE D SIZ E S

changes for medium, large, X-large,
2X-large, 3X-large and 4X-large
are in [ ].
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
Bust: 35 inches (small) [38 inches

(medium), 42 inches (large),
45 inches (X-large), 48 inches
(2X-large), 52 inches (3X-large), 55
inches (4X-large)]
MATER IA L S
Patons Brilliant
light (light
worsted)
weight yarn (13/4 oz/166
yds/50g per skein):
14 [15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 23]
skeins #4940 black dazzle
Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or
Tapestry needle
G AU G E
5 foundation sc = 1 inch; 6 shells =

5 inches; 3 rows = 1 inch
Take time to check gauge
PATTER N N OTE S
Dress is close-fitting with little or no ease.

Chain mesh will stretch; this has been
taken into account for length of Sleeves.
All rounds are turned.
Be sure to work in stitches that are
specified.
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otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Foundation single crochet (foundation

sc): Insert hook in ch indicated, yo, pull lp
through, yo, pull through 1 lp on hook (ch 1
completed), yo, pull through all lps on hook
(sc completed).
Shell: 3 dc in place indicated.
D r e ss
Yoke
Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 2, foundation sc (see
Special Stitches) in 2nd ch from hook,
[foundation sc in last ch made] 95 times,
join (see Pattern Notes) in beg foundation
sc, turn. (96 foundation sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, [ch 5, sk next
2 sts, sc in next st] around, ending with
ch 2, sk last 2 sts, join with dc in beg sc,
turn. (32 ch sps)
Rnds 3 & 4: Ch 1, sc in ch sp just formed,
[ch 5, sc in next ch sp] around, ending
with ch 2, dc in beg sc, turn.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in ch sp just formed, *[ch
5, sc in next ch sp] 8 times, ch 5, (sc, ch 7,
sc) in next ch sp, [ch 5, sc in next ch sp]
6 times*, (ch 5, sc, ch 7, sc) in next ch sp,
rep between * once, ch 5, sc in same ch
sp as beg sc, ch 2, join with dtr in beg sc
forming last ch-7 sp, turn.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in ch-7 sp just formed,
*[ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to ch-7
sp**, ch 5, (sc, ch 7, sc) in next ch-7 sp,
ch 5, sc in same ch-7 sp as first sc, ch 2,
join with dtr in beg sc forming last ch-7

sp, turn.
Next rnds: [Rep rnd 6] 2 [4, 6, 8, 8, 8, 8]
times. (48 [56, 64, 72, 72, 72, 72] ch sps at
end of last rnd)
Sweetheart Neckline
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in ch-7 sp just formed,
work the following steps to complete
this rnd:
A. *[Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to
next ch-7 sp, ch 5, (sc, ch 7, sc) in
ch-7 sp*, rep between * once;
B. **[Shell (see Special Stitches) in
next sc, sc in next ch-5 sp]** 4 [5, 6,
7, 7, 7, 7] times;
C. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] 5 times,
rep between ** 3 [4, 5, 6, 6, 6, 6]
times;
D. Shell in next sc, (sc, ch 7, sc) in next
ch-7 sp, [ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp]
across;
E. Ch 5, sc in same ch sp as beg sc, ch 2,
join with dtr in beg sc forming last
ch-7 sp, turn. (4 ch-7 sps; 8 [10, 12,
14, 14, 14, 14] shells; 40 [46, 52, 58,
58, 58, 58] ch-5 sps)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in ch-7 sp just formed, work
the following steps to complete this rnd:
A. [Ch 5, sc in next ch sp] across to next
ch-7 sp, ch 5, (sc, ch 7, sc) in ch-7 sp;
B. [Shell in next sc, sk next dc, sc in
next dc] 4 [5, 6, 7, 7, 7, 7] times,
shell in next sc, sc in next ch-5 sp;
C. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] 4 times;
D. [Shell in next sc, sk next dc, sc in
next dc] 4 [5, 6, 7, 7, 7, 7] times;
E. Shell in next sc, (sc, ch 7, sc) in next
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T h e N e c e s s a ry L B D
ch-7 sp, [ch 5, sc in next ch sp] across

to next ch-7 sp, ch 5, (sc, ch 7, sc) in
ch-7 sp;
F. [Ch 5, sc in next ch sp] across to next
ch-7 sp, ch 5, sc in same ch sp as beg
sc, ch 2, join with dtr in beg sc forming last ch-7 sp, turn. (4 ch-7 sps; 10
[12, 14, 16, 16, 16, 16] shells; 42 [48,
54, 60, 60, 60, 60] ch-5 sps)
next dc] 5 [6, 7, 8, 8, 8, 8] times,
shell in next sc, sc in next ch sp;
C. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] 3 times;
D. Rep between [ ] on step B 5 [6, 7, 8,
8, 8, 8] times;
ch-7 sp;
F. Rep between * on step A;
G. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to
next ch-7 sp, ch 5, sc in same ch sp
as beg sc, ch 2, join with dtr in beg
sc forming last ch-7 sp, turn. (4 ch-7
sps; 12 [14, 16, 18, 18, 18, 18] shells;
44 [50, 56, 62, 62, 62, 62] ch-5 sps)
A. [Ch 5, sc in next ch sp] across to next
next dc] 6 [7, 8, 9, 9, 9, 9] times,
shell in next sc, sc in next ch sp;
C. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] twice;
D. [Shell in next sc, sk next dc, sc in
next dc] 6 [7, 8, 9, 9, 9, 9] times;
ch-7 sp, [ch 5, sc in next ch sp] across
to next ch-7 sp, ch 5, (sc, ch 7, sc) in
ch-7 sp;
F. [Ch 5, sc in next ch sp] across to next
ch-7 sp, ch 5, sc in same ch sp as beg
sc, ch 2, join with dtr in beg sc forming last ch-7 sp, turn. (4 ch-7 sps; 14
[16, 18, 20, 20, 20, 20] shells; 46 [52,
58, 64, 64, 64, 64] ch-5 sps)
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next dc] 7 [8, 9, 10, 10, 10, 10] times,
shell in next sc, sc in next ch-5 sp;
C. Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp;
D. Rep between [ ] on step B 7 [8, 9, 10,
10, 10, 10] times;
ch-7 sp;
F. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to
sps; 16 [18, 20, 22, 22, 22, 22] shells;
48 [54, 60, 66, 66, 66, 66] ch-5 sps)
A. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to
ch-7 sp;
next dc] 8 [9, 10, 11, 11, 11, 11]
times, shell in next sc;
C. Sc in next ch-5 sp;
D. Rep step B;
E. (Sc, ch 7, sc) in next ch-7 sp;
F. Rep step A;
G. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to
sps; 18 [20, 22, 24, 24, 24, 24] shells,
50 [56, 62, 68, 68, 68, 68] ch-5 sps)
A. *[Shell in next sc, sc in next ch-5 sp]
across to next ch-7 sp, shell in next
sc, (sc, ch 7, sc) in ch-7 sp;
B. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to next
C. [Shell in next sc, sk next dc, sc in
next dc] across to next ch-7 sp, shell
in next sc, (sc, ch 7, sc) in ch-7 sp;
D. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to

sps; 38 [42, 46, 50, 50, 50, 50] shells;
34 [38, 42, 46, 46, 46, 46] ch-5 sps)
A. [Ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp] across to
ch-7 sp;
next dc] across to next ch-7 sp, shell
in next sc;
C. (Sc, ch 7, sc) in ch-7 sp;
D. Rep steps AC around ending last
rep with step B;
E. Sc in same ch sp as beg sc, ch 2, join
with dtr in beg sc forming last ch-7
sp, turn. (4 ch-7 sps; 40 [44, 48, 52,
52, 52, 52] shells; 36 [40, 44, 48, 48,
48, 48] ch-5 sps)
Next rnds: [Rep rnd 8] 0 [0, 0, 0, 2, 4, 6]
times. (4 ch-7 sps; 40 [44, 48, 52, 56, 60,
64] shells; 36 [40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60] ch-5
sps at end of last rnd)
Last rnd: Ch 1, sc in ch-7 sp just formed,
*[shell in next sc, sk next dc, sc in next dc]
across to ch-7 sp, shell in next sc**, sc dec
(see Stitch Guide) in next 2 ch-7 sps, rep
from * across, ending last rep at **, sl st in
last ch-7 sp, join (see Pattern Notes) in beg
sc, turn. (42 [46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66] shells)
Bodice
Rnd 1: Ch 3 (does not count as first dc),
dc in first st, *sk next dc, sc in next dc**,
shell in next sc, rep from * around, ending
last rep at **, dc in same st as first dc, join
in beg dc, turn.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, *shell in next
sc**, sk next dc, sc in next st, rep from *
around, ending last rep at **, join in beg
sc, turn.
Rnd 3: Rep rnd 1.
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in first st, dc in next sc,
*[sk next dc, sc in next dc, shell in next sc]
19 [21, 23, 25, 27, 39, 31] times, [sk next
dc, sc in next dc, dc in next sc**] twice,
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SIZED TO
3X
Take-two Pullover
D ESIGN B Y GERAL D INE F REE D M AN F O R D M C C O R P.
Two complementary contrasting colors worked in a

bilateral pattern create the simple yet striking design in
this cool, comfortable tee-Style top.
P u l lo v e r
S K I LL LEVEL

2X-large and 3X-large are in [ ].

(medium), 421/2 inches (large), 451/2
inches (X-large), 49 inches (2X-large),
52 inches (3X-large)]
Back
Row 1 (WS): With purple, ch 41 [45, 53,
57, 61, 65], changing to lichen green in
last ch (see Fig. 1), ch 42 [46, 54, 58, 62,
66], sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each
ch across, changing colors (see Stitch
Guide) to lichen green in last st of purple,
turn. (82 [90, 106, 114, 122, 130) sc)
You might also like:

DMC Senso Microfiber Cotton size 3 thread: 4 [4, 5,
5, 6, 6] balls each of two colors of choice.
1
GAUGE
5 sts = 1 inch; 9 rows = 2 inches

PATTERN NOTES
Pattern stitch is multiple of 4 stitches

plus 1.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCH
Picot: Ch 2, sl st in 2nd ch from hook.

Join matching color in first st at other end
of row 1 on First Shoulder Shaping, rep
rows 2 and 3 of First Shoulder Shaping on
other side.
Front
Reversing colors work same as Back until
piece measures 11 [11,111/2, 111/2, 12, 12]
inches from beg.
MATERIALS
DMC Senso Wool Cotton size 3 crochet

thread1
(100 yds per ball):
6 [6, 7, 7, 8, 8] balls each #1304
lichen green and #1307 purple
Size E/4/3.5mm crochet hook or size
Tapestry needle
sc dec (see Stitch Guide) in next 2 sts,

leaving rem sts unworked, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sl st in each st across.
Fasten off.
Fig. 1
Chain Color Change
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, [sk next st, 3 sc

in next st, sk next st, sc in next st] across
to next color, change color in last st made
to next color, sc in next st (first st of next
color), [sk next st, 3 sc in next st, sk next
st, sc in next st] across, turn.
Next rows: Rep row 2 with purple on 1
side and lichen green on other side until
piece measures 171/2 [18, 18, 181/2, 181/2,
19] inches from beg.

Row 1: Ch 1, sl st in each of first 9 [10, 13,
14, 16, 17] sts, ch 1, work in established
pattern across next 17 [20, 20, 28, 30,
33] sts, sl st in each of next 30 sts (neck
edge), work in established pattern across,
leaving last 9 [10, 13, 14, 16, 17] sts
unworked, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st in each of first 9 [10, 13,
14, 15, 17] sts, work in established pattern across to 2 sts before neck edge,
First Neck Shaping

Row 1: Work in established pattern across
first 40 [44, 52, 56, 60, 64] sts, sc dec in
next 2 sts (neck edge), work in established
pattern across, turn.
Next rows: Work in established pattern
across with sc dec at neck edge in every
other row on 1 side 13 times.
Next rows: Work even in established pattern across until piece measures 171/2 [18,
18, 181/2, 181/2, 19] inches from beg.
Next rows: Work First Shoulder Shaping
as for Back.
2nd Neck Shaping
Join matching color with sc on other side
of neck and work same as First Neck Shaping reversing shaping.
Sleeve
Make 1 lichen green and
1 purple.
Row 1 (WS): Ch 54, sc in 2nd ch from
29
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D ESIGN B Y GERAL D INE F REE D M AN
Demure stripes of sparkling fashion yarn turn an otherwise

simple top into a dressy piece with a touch of glitz.
S KILL LEVEL
F IN ISHE D S IZES

2X-large and 3X-large are in [ ].
F IN ISHE D GARMENT MEASUREMENTS

(medium), 411/2 inches (large), 46
inches (X-large), 49 inches (2X-large),
531/2 inches (3X-large)]
MATER IALS
Berroco Bonsai
medium
(worsted) weight
bamboo/nylon yarn1 (13/4
oz/77 yds/50g per hank):
9 [9, 10, 10, 11, 11] hanks #4148
sora blue
Berroco Lumina
light (light
worsted) weight
cotton/acrylic/
metallic yarn2 (7/8 oz/95
yds/25g per hanks):
1 [1, 2, 2, 2, 2] hanks #1653
infinity & beyond
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or size
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Yarns you might also like:
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per skein): 5 [5, 6, 6, 6, 6] skeins color of choice
1
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oz/166 yds/50 g per ball): 1 [1, 2, 2, 2, 2] balls
color of choice
Premier Spangle nylon/glitter yarn (13/4 oz/164
yds/50g per ball): 1 [1, 2, 2, 2, 2] balls color of
choice
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SIZED TO
3X

Next row: Sl st in each of first 7 [9, 11,
13, 15, 17] sts, work in pattern across next
6 [8, 10, 12, 14, 16] sts, leaving rem sts
unworked. Fasten off.
Next row: Sk next 32 sts in center, join
with sc in next st, work in pattern across
next 5 [7, 9, 11, 13, 15] sts, sl st in each
rem st across. Fasten off.
Front
Next rows: Join with sc at armhole edge
and complete same as Back in pattern
until piece measures 31/2 [4, 4, 4, 41/2, 41/2]
from armhole.
Back
Back
Front
Front
34 [37, 411/2, 46, 49, 531/2 ]"
34 [37, 411/2, 46, 49, 531/2 ]"
2nd Neck Shaping

Join with sc in next st at neck edge, work
same as First Neck Shaping, reversing
shaping.
Sleeve
Make 2.
Row 1: With sora blue, ch 55 [55, 58, 58,
64, 64], sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each
ch across, turn. (54 [54, 57, 57, 63, 63] sc)
Next rows: Work even in established
pattern until piece measures 2 inches or
desired length.
Sleeve Cap
Next row: Sl st in each of first 3 sts,
work in pattern across, leaving last 3 sts
unworked, turn.
Next rows: Dec 1 st at each end by sk first
st and leaving last st unworked every row
12 times, then every other row 5 times. At
end of last row, fasten off.
Sew shoulder seams.
Fold 1 Sleeve in half lengthwise, place
fold at shoulder seam; sew in place.
Sleeve
6 "
Back
Next row: Ch 1, sk first st, work in pattern
across to last st before marker, sc dec (see
Stitch Guide) in last 2 sts, remove marker,
leave rem sts unworked, turn.
Next rows: Work even in established pattern until piece measures 71/2 [8, 8, 8, 81/2,
81/2] inches.
Sleeve
131/2 [131/2, 14, 14, 153/4, 153/4]"
2"
Body
Row 1: With sora blue, ch 68 [74, 83, 92,
98, 107], place marker in last ch for back,
ch 69 [75, 84, 93, 99, 108] for front, sc in
2nd ch from hook and in each ch across,
moving marker as you work, turn. (136
[148, 166, 184, 196, 214] sc)
Rows 28: Ch 1, sc in first st, sk next st,
3 sc in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 3 sc in next
st] across to 1 st before marker, sk next st,
sc in next st, move marker, sc in next st,
sk next st, 3 sc in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 3
sc in next st] across to last 2 sts, sk next
st, sc in last st, turn. At end of last row,
fasten off.
Row 9: Join 1 strand sora blue and 1
strand infinity & beyond held tog (see
Pattern Notes) with sc in first st, sk next st,
3 sc in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 3 sc in next
st] across to 1 st before marker, sk next st,
sc in next st, move marker, sc in next st, sk
next st, 3 sc in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 3 sc
in next st] across to last 2 sts, sk next st, sc
in last st, turn. Fasten off.
Row 10: Join sora blue with sc in first st,
sk next st, 3 sc in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 3
sc in next st] across to 1 st before marker,
sk next st, sc in next st, move marker, sc in
next st, sk next st, 3 sc in next st, [sk next
COLOR KEY
2 sts, 3 sc in next st] across to last 2 sts, sk
Black
next st, sc in last st, turn.
Gray
White
COLOR Rows
KEY 1116: Ch 1, sc in first st, sk next st,
Brown
Black
3
sc in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 3 sc in next
Maroon
Gray
st]
across to 1 st before marker, sk next st,
Green
White
Red
sc
in
next st, move marker, sc in next st,
Brown
sk
next
st, 3 sc in next st, [sk next 2 sts, 3
Maroon
sc
in
next
st] across to last 2 sts, sk next
Green
Red st, sc in last st, turn. At end of last row,
fasten off.
61/2"
To p
Armhole Shaping
Next row: Sl st in each of first 2 sts, ch 1,
sc in next st, work in established pattern
across front to last 2 sts before marker, sl
st in each of 2 sts, move marker to last sc,
sl st in each of next 2 sts, work in pattern
across back to last 2 sts, leave last 2 sts
unworked, turn.
2"
Hold 1 strand of infinity & beyond and

sora blue together for stripe unless
otherwise stated.
Body is worked in 1 piece.
1/ 2
PATTERN NOTES
First Neck Shaping

Row 1: Work in established pattern across
first 21 [25, 29, 33, 37, 41] sts, leaving
rem sts unworked, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, work in established pattern
across, turn.
Next rows: Dec 1 st at neck edge every
other row 7 times and at same time, when
armhole edge is 71/2 [8, 8, 8, 81/2, 81/2]
inches, work same as Shoulder Shaping on
Back. Fasten off.
71/2 [8, 8, 8, 81/2, 81/2]"
4 sc = 1 inch; 7 sc rows = 2 inches

Next rows: [Rep rows 916 consecutively] until piece measures 91/2 [10, 101/2,
101/2, 11, 11] inches or to desired length to
armhole, ending with odd-numbered row.
91/2 [10, 101/2, 101/2, 11, 11]"

1
1
1
91/2 [10, 101/2, 101/2, 11, 11]" 7 /2 [8, 8, 8, 8 /2, 8 /2]"
GAUGE
131/2 [131/2, 14, 14, 153/4, 153/4]"
31
M a ki n g i t w o r k
Changing the look

How to Modify V-necklines &
sleeves to suit your style
B Y D ARLA SI M S
Have you ever wanted to modify the depth of a V-neckline

or the length of the sleeves on some of your favorite
crochet sweater and top patterns, but didnt know how?
Its easy once you understand the mathematical basics
involved. Youll need but a few tools to work out your own
modifications: pencil, eraser, graph or science paper, handheld calculator, knitting gauge measure and scratch paper.
The three-quarter-sleeve Ruf-
fled V-Neck Pullover shown here

serves as the example for this article. It was purposely designed
to be worked in plain half double
crochet. After you understand the
basic principles of adapting both
necklines and sleeves, you can then
try working a different sweater using your own design elements such
as stripes, different stitch patterns,
or working other types of edgings
as you like. When shaping both
V-necklines and sleeves, one must
create an angle whether working
increases (for sleeves) or decreases
(for V-necklines).
How to Begin V-Neck

Shaping
The starting point requires the
following: gauge, total number of
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body stitches, number of stitches

required for neck opening, length
and the number of rows required
from the armhole to the shoulder,
along with the number of stitches
needed for each shoulder.
Gauge is the single most important element that determines
the final fit and measurements of
any garment and must be accurate.
While you need to make a sample
swatch to determine gauge, youll
find that gauge is often given (as
in our pullover) as follows:
Gauge: With size H hook: 14 hdc
= 4 inches; 11 rows = 4 inches.
Gauge Tip
While the number of stitches
per inch tends to remain constant
as you crochet, the number of rows
per inch tends to change so slight-
ly, it is impossible to measure perfectly until you have crocheted at

least 12 or more inches in length.
Youll find it helps to always work
both the front and back before
penciling in numbers for sleeves.
Using a tape measure, count the
number of rows over at least 12
inches and make adjustments to
your row gauge, if necessary.
To modify a V-neckline or a
sleeve, you need precise information. To do that you need to break
down the stitch and row counts to
equal 1 inch. Using your calculator,
divide 14 hdc by 4 inches and the
result is 31/2 hdc to equal 1 inch.
To determine the number of rows
per inch, divide 10 rows by 4 inches for a result of 23/4 rows. These
numbers are vital when it comes to
(see Fig. 1), the beginning row

indicates how many stitches (5)
are to be skipped for the armhole
opening, and indicates that 28 hdc
are required for the left front. You
end with 17 hdc remaining for the
shoulder, as noted. A total of 23
rows is required to achieve the desired armhole depth of 81/2 inches.
You need to decrease 11 stitches, or
one-half of 22, the total number of
stitches required for the neck opening over 23 rows. As noted on the
schematic, the 11 stitches must be
decreased over 23 rows, as evenly as
possible to achieve the straightest
line or angle.
This means you decrease 1 st
(by working 2 sts together at the
neckline edge only), every 2 rows,
11 times. How and when to decrease is easy to calculate for this
particular size. When you divide
the total number of rows (23) by
the number of stitches to be decreased (11), its easy to see that
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adapting a pattern to fit ones individual needs and measurements.

As a rule, the shaping for a Vneckline starts on the same row as
does the armhole shaping. However, in the future, you might want
to crochet a pullover with a deeper
V-neck to be worn over a tank
top, turtleneck or other top. Or
you might want a higher neckline with only a 4-inch dropthe
measurement from shoulder line
to bottom of neckline. Once you
understand the basics, you can
modify the depth of neckline to

fit your wants and needs.
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Note that the schematic
20
shows the left side of the gar18
ment, as worn on the body;
16
thus the numbers shown
14
12
represent only half of the
10
upper body.
17 hdc
23
21
19
17
15
13
11
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How to
read the
schematic
Using the
schematic for size
medium
7
6
5
4
3
2
Row 1
28 hdc
Fig. 1
Changing the Look
Size Medium V-Neckline
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Windmills & Rabbit Ears

D e s i g n s B Y ANNIE S ATTIC
Pretty lace patterns with just a touch of texture will add

detail and interest to garments, fashion accessories and
home accents.
Windmills
SPECIAL STITCHES
Decrease (dec): Holding back last lp of each

st on hook, tr in next st, [sk next ch, tr in next
st] twice, yo, pull through all lps on hook.
Sq ua r e
Row 1 (RS): Ch a multiple of 8 plus 1, ch
6 more, tr dec (see Stitch Guide) beg in
8th ch from hook and in next 2 chs, *ch 3,
sk next ch, dc in next ch**, ch 3, sk next
ch, tr dec in next 3 chs, rep from * across,
ending last rep at **, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, [ch 7, sk next 2
ch sps and next st, sc in next dc] across to
last ch sp, ch 7, sk last ch sp, sc in 4th ch
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of beg 8 chs on row 1, turn.

Rows 3 & 4: Ch 1, sc in first st, [ch 7, sk
next ch sp, sc in next st] across, turn.
Row 5: Ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch-1),
*work over ch-7 sps of last 3 rows, (tr, {ch
1, tr} twice) in tr dec in row 1, ch 1, dc in
next st**, ch 1, rep from * across, ending
last rep at **, turn.
Row 6: Ch 6 (counts as first dc and ch-3),
[sk next ch sp, dec (see Special Stitch), ch
3, sk next ch sp, dc in next st] across, turn.
Rep rows 26 for pattern ending with row 5.
RABBIT EARS
PATTERN NOTE

otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Cluster (cl): Holding back last lp of each

st on hook, 3 dc in place indicated, yo, pull
through all lps on hook.
End shell: 4 dc in ch-1 sp, dc dec (see
Stitch Guide) in same ch sp and 3rd ch of
turning ch-3.
Picot: Ch 4, sl st in 4th ch from hook, ch 1.
Sq ua r e
Row 1: Ch a multiple of 5, ch 4 more, cl
(see Special Stitches) in 4th ch from hook,
*picot (see Special Stitches), sk next 4
chs**, (cl, ch 1, cl) in next ch, rep from

* across, ending last rep at **, (cl, dc) in
last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Note), 2 dc in
same st, shell (see Special Stitches) in
each ch-1 sp across, ending with 3 dc
in last st, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, (cl, ch 1, cl) in sp between
dc group and next shell, *picot, (cl,
ch 1, cl) in sp between next 2 shells,
rep from * across to last shell and dc
group, picot, (cl, ch 1, cl) in sp between
last shell and dc group, dc in last st,
turn.
Row 4: Ch 3, shell in each ch-1 sp
across to last ch-1 sp, end shell (see
Special Stitches) in last ch-1 sp, turn.
Row 5: Ch 3, cl in dc dec, [picot, (cl,
ch 1, cl) in sp between next 2 shells]
across, ending with picot, (cl, dc) in
last st, turn.
Rep rows 25 for pattern. C!
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Summer in the city

Purse
D ESIGN B Y SHAR O N M ANN
This classy purse is

the perfect bag to
accessorize your
summer wardrobe
for day or evening.
Make it dressy or
casual to suit your
tastes or needs.
S KILL LEVEL
F IN ISHE D S IZE
12 inches across top edge x 10 inches

from top edge to bottom, excluding
Handles
MATER IALS
TLC Cotton Plus medium

(worsted) weight yarn (31/2
oz/178 yds/100g per skein):
2 skeins #3859 navy
1 skein #3001 white
Red Heart Designer Sport
light (sport) weight yarn (3
1 skein #3750 girlie pink
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size
Tapestry needle
Sewing needle
Sewing thread
Large fancy button or bead
Medium size glass beads: 1
package
1-inch pin back
3/4-inch snap closure
Stitch marker
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Make in
hours or less5!
GAUGE
16 sc = 4 inches; 18 sc rows = 4 inches

18 rows on Band = 51/4 inches
PATTERN NOTES
Straps can be made to desired length by

reducing or adding number of chains.
otherwise stated.
does not count as first half double
crochet unless otherwise stated.
Work in continuous rounds, do not turn or
join unless otherwise stated.
Mark first stitch of each round.
otherwise stated.
Purse
Outside Top Band
Row 1: With navy, ch 14, sc in 2nd ch from
hook and in each ch across, turn. (13 sc)
Row 2 (RS): Working in front lps (see
Stitch Guide), ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
Rows 481: [Rep rows 2 and 3 alternately] 39 times. At end of last row, do
not turn.
Row 82: Working in ends of rows, ch 1,
evenly sp 80 sc across (top edge). Fasten off.
Row 83: Working in ends of rows on opposite side, with RS facing, join white
with sc in first row, evenly sp 79 sc across

(bottom edge), turn. (80 sc)
Row 84: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), 2 dc in
same st, [sk next 2 sts, (sc, ch 2, 2 dc) in
next st] across. Fasten off.
Turn RS out. Sew row 1 and row 81 tog,
forming circle.
Strap
Make 2.
Row 1: With navy, ch 105, hdc in 3rd ch
from hook and in each ch across, turn.
(103 hdc)
Row 2: Ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), hdc in
first st and in each st across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sl st in each st across.
Fasten off.
Assembly
Measure in 2 inches from either top side
edge of Outside Top Band, pin 1 end of
1 Strap on the inside 1 inch down from
top. Sew in place.
Rep on other side with other end of this
Strap.
Rep on other side of Outside Top Band
with rem Strap.
each st across, turn.

Rows 481: [Rep rows 2 and 3 alternately] 39 times. At end of last row, do
not turn.
Row 82: Working in ends of rows, ch 1,
evenly sp 81 sc across. Fasten off.
With RS tog, sew row 1 and row 81 tog,
forming circle.
Body
Rnd 1: Working in ends of rows on opposite side of Inside Band, join navy with
sc in seam, evenly sp 82 sc around, do not
join (see Pattern Notes). (83 sc)
Rnd 2: Sc in each of first 2 sts, [2 sc in
next st, sc in each of next 2 sts] around.
(110 sc)
Inside Band
Row 1: With white, ch 14, sc in
2nd ch from hook and in each ch
across, turn. (13 sc)
Row 2 (RS): Working in front lps,
ch 1, sc in
A Different Look
Change the yarn colors,

beads, button and flower to
create a more casual style bag.
Our optional flower pattern
is a cute and simple alternative
for the dressier rose.
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Make in lea ss!

weekend or
Clamshell shawl
D ESIGN B Y KI M B ERLY M CALIN D IN
Clamshell-shaped scallops grace the lower edge of this

beautiful summer wrap. Silky yarn and a lacy design make
this piece deliciously soft and light to wear.
S K I LL LEVEL
F I N I SHED S IZE
Instructions given fit ladies average

size; changes for plus size are in [ ].
F I N I SHED MEASUREMENT
Average: 741/2 inches

Plus: 841/2 inches
MATER IALS
NaturallyCaron.com Spa light

(light worsted) weight yarn
(3 oz/251 yds/85g per ball):
3 [5] balls #0007 naturally
Size K/101/2/6.5mm crochet hook or
GAUGE
3 dc = 1 inch
PATTERN NOTE

otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCH
Foundation single crochet

(foundation sc): Ch 2, insert hook in
2nd ch from hook, yo, pull lp through,
yo, pull through 1 lp on hook (ch-1
completed), yo, pull through both lps on
hook (sc completed), [insert hook in last
ch completed, yo, pull lp through (ch-1
completed), yo, pull through both lps on
hook] number of times indicated.
S h aw l
Row 1: Work foundation sc (see Special
Stitch) 44 times, turn. (44 sc)

Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Note), dc in same
st, dc in each of next 3 sts, (dc, ch 1, dc)
in next st, dc in each of next 8 sts, (dc, ch
1, dc) in next st, dc in each of next 16 sts,
(dc, ch 1, dc) in next st, dc in each of next
8 sts, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st, dc in each of
next 3 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn. (4 ch sps,
50 dc)
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, [sc in each st
across to next ch sp, (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch sp]
across, ending with sc in each st across
with 2 sc in last st, turn. (4 ch sps, 60 dc)
Row 4: Ch 3, dc in same st, [dc in each st
across to next ch sp, (dc, ch 1, dc) in ch
sp] across ending with dc in each st across
with 2 dc in last st, turn. (4 ch sps, 70 dc)
Rows 519 [522]: [Rep rows 3 and 4 alternately] 8 [9] times, ending last rep with
row 3 [4]. (220 [250] sc at end of last row)
Row 20 [23]: Ch 3, dc in each st and in
each ch sp across, turn. (224 [254] dc)
Row 21 [24]: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
turn.
Row 22 [25]: Ch 3, dc in each st across,
turn.
Rows 2329 [2633]: [Rep rows 21 and
22 alternately] 4 times, ending last rep
with row 21 [22].
next st, dc in last st, turn.

Row 3: Ch 3, 3 dc in next st, [working over
ch sp on last row, sl st in next ch sp on row
before last, 6 dc in sp between 3rd and
4th dc of next dc group] across to last 2
sts, working over ch sp of last row, sl st in
next ch sp on row before last, 3 dc in next
st, dc in last st, turn.
Rows 4 & 5: Rep row 2.
Row 6: Rep row 3. Fasten off. C!
Edging
Row 1: Ch 3, 3 dc in next st, [ch 2, sk next
4 sts, 6 dc in next st] across to last 7 sts,
ch 2, sk next 4 sts, 3 dc in next st, sk next
st, dc in last st, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3, 3 dc in next st, [ch 2, 6 dc
in sp between 3rd and 4th dc of next dc
group] across to last 2 sts, ch 2, 3 dc in
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baby Sundress & hat

D ESIGN s C O URTESY O F GARNSTU D I O / D R O P S D ESIGN
Sweet as sugar and cute as a button, this precious little

dress and matching hat will make your baby girl even more
irresistibly adorable than she already is!
PATTERN NOTE
DRESS
S K I LL LEVEL
Instructions given fit baby 13 months;

changes for 69 months, 1218
months, 2 years and 34 years are in [ ].
Chest: 18 inches (13 months) [20

inches (69 months), 22 inches (1218
months), 251/4 inches (2 years), 28
inches (34 years)]
Length: 131/4 inches (13 months)
[151/4 inches (69 months), 18 inches
(1218 months), 20 inches (2 years),
211/2 inches (34 years)]
MATERIALS
DROPS Alpaca
light (DK) weight
yarn (13/4 oz/196
yds/50g per ball):
3 [4, 4, 5, 5] balls #3720 violet
1 ball each #7300 lime and #3140
light pink
Size C/2/2.75mm crochet hook or
Tapestry needle
DROPS #503 light wooden buttons: 2
Stitch marker
GAUGE
24 dc = 4 inches; 13 dc rows = 4 inches


otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
3-treble crochet cluster (3-tr cl):

Holding back last lp of each st on hook, 3
tr in place indicated, yo, pull though all
lps on hook.
lps on hook.
Next rows: Rep row 2 until piece measures

[83/4, 101/2, 121/2, 133/4] inches from beg.
All Sizes
Armhole Shaping
Row 1: Sl st in each of first 6 sts, ch 3,
dc in each st across, leaving last 5 sts
unworked, turn. (45 [51, 60, 66, 75] dc)
Row 2: Sl st in each of first 3 sts, ch 3,
dc in each st across, leaving last 2 sts
unworked, turn. (41 [47, 56, 62, 71] dc)
Dress
Front
Row 1: With violet, ch 107 [115, 127, 135,
147], dc in 4th ch from hook, [sk next ch,
dc in each of next 3 chs] across, ending sk
next ch, dc in last 2 chs, turn. (79 [85, 94,
100, 109] dc)
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Note), dc in each
st across, turn.
13 Months Size Only
Next rows: Rep row 2 and at same time
dec 1 st by working dc dec (see Stitch
Guide) at each side alternating every row
and every other row 12 times with piece
measuring 63/4 inches at end of last row.
(55 dc at end of last row)
69 Months, 1218 Months, 2
Years & 34 Years Sizes Only
Next rows: Rep row 2 and at same time
dec 1 st by working dc dec (see Stitch
Guide) at each side [every other row, every other row, every 3rd row, every 3rd
row] 12 times. ([61, 70, 76, 85] dc)
Rows 35: Sl st in each of first 2 sts, ch

3, dc in each st across, leaving last st
unworked, turn. (35 [41, 50, 56, 65] dc at
end of last row)
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Pitcher cover
D ESIGN B Y D ARLENE D ALE
Add some dazzle to your summer

get-togethers with this pretty pitcher
cover highlighted with pearlescent
thread and sparkling beads.
Make It a Set!
Its easy to create matching

coasters from the pitcher cover
pattern. Simply begin with a
chain 14, work four rows of
the Staggered Squares pattern,
and then add the border!
S KILL LEVEL
F IN ISHE D S IZES
Instructions given for 51/2-inch square

(small); changes for 71/4-inch square
(medium) in [ ].
MATER IALS
Red Heart LusterSheen fine

(sport) weight yarn (4 oz/335
yds/113g per skein):
1 skein #0001 white
Kreinik Metallics Balger pearl blending
filament (54 yards per spool):
1 [2] spools #032
Size E/4/3.5mm crochet hook or size
Tapestry needle
Sewing needle
Thin nylon thread
#6/0 glass beads: 72
Stitch marker
GAUGE
With 1 strand each yarn and filament held

tog: 3 V-sts and 3 staggered squares = 4
inches
PATTERN NOTES

otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
V-stitch (V-st): (Dc, ch 1, dc) in place

indicated.
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Seaside cottage rug

D ESIGN B y KATHERINE ENG
Soothing colors of golden sunshine, soft green grasses,

gentle blue waters and white sandy beaches are reflected
in this pretty rug worked with double-stranded yarn.
Make inle9ss!
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GAUGE
11 sc = 4 inches; 1 row at shell point =

11/2 inches
PATTERN NOTES
Use rug backing on back of rugs that are

placed on floors other than carpet.
Work lengthwise rows from center out to
create width.
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Leave 7-inch ends of yarn when beginning

and ending to combine into Fringe.
Hold 2 strands of yarn tog unless
otherwise stated.
counts as first double crochet and chain-1
unless otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCH

Rug
First Side
Row 1 (RS): With 1 strand each island
and light celery held tog (see Pattern
Notes), leaving long end (see Pattern
S K I LL LEVEL
F I N ISHE D S IZE
30 x 42 inches, excluding Fringe

MATERIALS
TLC Essentials medium

(worsted) weight yarn
(solid: 6 oz/312 yds/170g per
skein; multi: 41/2 oz/245 yds/127g
per skein):
3 skeins #2916 island
2 skeins #2327 sandstone
1 skein each #2316 winter
white and #2615 light celery
Size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook or
Notes), ch 117, sc in 2nd ch from hook
and in each of next 114 chs leaving last ch
unworked, turn. (115 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Fasten off.
Row 3: Join island and winter white with
sc in first st, [sk next 2 sts, shell (see
Special Stitch) in next st, sk next 2 sts, sc

in next st] across. Fasten off.
Row 4: Join island and sandstone with sl
st in first st, ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), sk
next dc, sc in next dc, *ch 1, sk next dc,
dc in next sc**, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in next
dc, ch 1, sk next dc, sc in next dc, rep from
* across, ending last rep at **, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st and in each ch
across, turn.
Rows 610: Rep row 2. At end of last row,
fasten off.
Row 11: Rep row 3.
Rows 12 & 13: With island and celery, rep
rows 4 and 5.
Rows 1416: Rep row 2. At end of last
row, fasten off.
Rows 1730: Rep rows 316 for pattern.
Rows 3138: Rep rows 310.
Row 39: Rep row 3, do not fasten off.
Row 40: Ch 2, sk next dc, sl st in next dc,
*ch 3, sk next dc, sl st in next dc, ch 2, sk
next dc, sl st in next sc**, ch 2, sk next dc,

sl st in next dc, rep from * across, ending
last rep at **. Fasten off.
2nd Side
Row 1: Working in starting ch on opposite side of row 1 on First Side, join island
and celery with sc in first ch, sc in each ch
across, leaving last ch unworked, turn.
Rows 240: Rep rows 240 of First Side.
Fringe
Cut strands 14 inches long of all colors to
match ends of rows.
Holding 3 strands tog, fold in half, pull
fold through, pull ends through fold. Pull
to tighten.
Attach 1 strand island and 1 strand of
color to each row with long ends.
Attach 1 strand of island and 2 strands of
color where there are no ends.
Attach 2 Fringe groups to ends of dc rows.
Trim to desired length. C!
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Ruffled V-Neck Pullover
Design by Darla Sims
A flirty ruffled collar adds just the right touch

of feminine frill to the otherwise unpretentious style of this sweet and simple pullover.
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A Kool Experience:
By Janet Rehfeldt
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Sunlight table runner

D ESIGN B Y CAR O L ALE X AN D ER
Brighten your decor with this light and airy table accent
stitched in sunny yellow sport weight yarn. Easy join-asyou-go motifs make it a great no-sew project.
S KILL LEVEL
F IN ISHE D S IZE
171/2 x 42 inches
MATER IALS
Red Heart LusterSheen

fine (sport) weight yarn (4
3 skeins #0227 buttercup
Size D/3/3.25mm crochet hook or
GAUGE
Rnd 1 of Motif = 1 inch in diameter;

Motif = 5 inches across
PATTERN NOTE
Join with a slip stitch as indicated unless

otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Shell: 7 tr in indicated st.

Triple picot: [Ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from
hook] 3 times.
Picot: Ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook.
Joining picot: Ch 1, sl st in
corresponding picot on other Motif, ch 1,
sl st in 3rd ch from hook.
Joining triple picot: Work center picot
of tr picot as a joining picot.
Runner
First Motif
Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 8, sl st in first ch to form
ring, ch 1, 24 sc in ring, join (see Pattern
Note) in beg sc. (24 sc)
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Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in each of first 3 sts, *ch 8,

drop lp from hook, insert hook in center st
of last 3 sc, pull dropped lp through, work
13 sc in ch-8 sp**, sc in each of next 3 sts
on rnd 1, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, join in beg sc. (8 13-sc lps)
Rnd 3: Sl st in each of first 6 sts of next
13-sc lp, ch 1, sc in same st, *sc in each of
next 3 sts, ch 2, sc in 6th sc of next 13-sc
lp, sc in each of next 3 sts, ch 7**, sc in
6th sc of next 13-sc lp, rep from * around,
ending last rep at **, join in beg sc. (32
sc, 4 ch-2 sps, 4 ch-7 sps)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in each of first 4 sts, *3 sc
in next ch-2 sp, sc in each of next 4 sts, 9
sc in next ch-7 sp (corner)**, sc in each of
next 4 sts, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, join in beg sc. (80 sc)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in each of first 11 sts, *ch 5,
sk next 4 sts, shell (see Special Stitches) in
next st, ch 5, sk next 4 sts**, sc in each of
next 11 sts, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, join in beg sc. (44 sc, 4 shells)
Rnd 6: *Ch 3, sk next 4 sts, (2 dc, triple
picotsee Special Stitches, 2 dc) in next
st, ch 3, sk next 4 sts, sl st in next st, sl
st in each of next 5 chs, sc in next tr, hdc
in next tr, dc in next tr, (tr, picotsee
Special Stitches, tr) in next tr, dc in next
tr, hdc in next tr, sc in next tr, sl st in each
of next 5 chs, sl st in next sc, rep from *
around. Fasten off.
Joined Motif
Rnds 15: Rep rnds 15 of First Motif.
Rnd 6: Work same as First Motif to corner
of joining side, on each joining side, work
each corner picot as joining picot (see
Special Stitches) and triple picot on joined
side as a joining triple picot (see Special
Stitches), complete remainder of rnd as

for First Motif.
Make and join 22 more Joined Motifs in
3 rows of 8 Motifs each.
When joining a corner of previously joined
corners, work joining sl st into center of
previous joining.
Border
Rnd 1 (RS): Join with sc in corner picot
before 1 short end, (ch 4, sc) in same
picot, *[ch 7, sk next 3 sts, sc in next sc,
ch 9, sl st in center picot of next triple
picot, ch 9, sc in next sc, ch 7, sc in next
joining] across to next corner Motif, ch
7, sk next 3 sts, sc in next sc, ch 9, sl st
in center picot of next triple picot, ch 9,
sc next sc, ch 7**, (sc, ch 4, sc) in next
corner picot, rep from * around, ending
last rep at **, join in beg sc. (32 ch sps on
each long edge between corner ch-4 sps,
12 ch sps on each short end between corner ch-4 sps)
Rnd 2: Sl st in next corner ch-4 sp, ch
3 (counts as first dc), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in
same ch sp, 7 dc in each ch-7 sp and 9 dc
in each ch-9 sp around with (2 dc, ch 2,
2 dc) in each corner ch-4 sp, join in 3rd
ch of beg ch-3. (260 dc on each long edge
between corner ch-2 sps, 100 dc on each
short end between corner ch-2 sps)
Rnd 3: Adjust spacing of sts as needed
when working on each side in order to
accommodate st sequence between opposite sides, sl st in next st, sl st in next
ch-2 sp, ch 4 (counts as first tr), (tr, triple
picot, {2 tr, triple picot} twice, 2 tr) in
same ch sp, *[ch 2, sk next 4 sts, (sc, picot, sc) in next st, ch 2, sk next 4 sts, (2
tr, triple picot, 2 tr) in next st] across to
Make It Bigger
Turn this beautiful design into

a tablecloth or bedspread simply
by adding more motifs as desired
before working the border.
Medium weight yarn would
make it into a gorgeous throw.
last 8 sts before next corner adjusting sts,

ch 2, sk next 3 sts, (sc, picot, sc) in next
st, ch 2, sk next 4 sts, (2 tr, {triple picot,
2 tr} 3 times) in next corner ch sp, [ch 2,
sk next 4 sts, (sc, picot, sc) in next st, ch

2, sk next 4 sts, (2 tr, triple picot, 2 tr) in
next st] across to last 8 sts before next
corner adjusting sts, ch 2, sk next 3 sts,
(sc, picot, sc) in next st, ch 2, sk next 4

sts*, (2 tr, {tr picot, 2 tr} 3 times) in next
corner ch sp, rep between * once, join in
4th ch of beg ch-4. Fasten off. C!
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Daisy Delight Doilies

D ESIGNS B Y J O ANN M A X WELL AN D SAN D Y A B B ATE
Cheerful daisies take center stage in these charming little

doilies that are sure to add a fresh and bright touch
wherever they are displayed.
S KILL LEVEL
F IN ISHE D S IZES
Cornflower & Cream Doily = 9 inches in

diameter
Daisy in the Sun Doily = 61/2 inches in
diameter
MATER IALS
Size 10 crochet cotton:

75 yds cream
40 yds blue
10 yds each yellow, white and
light blue
Sizes 8/1.50mm and 5/1.90mm steel
crochet hooks or sizes needed to
obtain gauge
GAUGES
Size 8 steel hook: Rnds 1 and 2 = 21/4

inches in diameter
Size 5 steel hook: Rnds 14 = 21/4
inches in diameter
SPECIAL STITCHES
Picot: Ch 3, sl st in last sc made.

Shell: (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in place indicated.
Beginning shell (beg shell):
Ch 3 (counts as first dc), (dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in
same place.
CORNFLOWER &
CREAM DOILY
Design by Jo Ann Maxwell
Rnd 1 (RS): With size 5 steel crochet hook

and cream, ch 4, 15 dc in 4th ch from hook
(first 3 chs count as first dc), join with sl st
in 4th ch of beg ch-4. (16 dc)
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Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, sk next st, [sc in

next st, sk next st] around, join with sl st
in beg sc. Fasten off. (8 sc)
Rnd 3: With RS facing, join blue with sl st
in any sc, ch 1, (sc, ch 9, sc) in first st and
in each st around, join with sl st in beg sc.
(8 ch-9 sps)
Rnd 4: *[Sc in next ch, 2 sc in next ch]
twice, (sc, ch 1, sc) in next ch, [2 sc in next
ch, sc in next ch] twice, sk next sc**, sl st
in next sc, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, join with sl st in joining sl st of
rnd 3. Fasten off. (8 petals)
Rnd 5: With RS facing, join cream with sl
st in ch-1 sp at tip of any petal, ch 1, sc in
same ch sp, ch 9, [sc in ch-1 sp at tip of
next petal, ch 9] around, join with sl st in
beg sc. (8 ch-9 sps)
Rnd 6: *Sc in first ch of next ch-9, [2 sc in
next ch, sc in next ch] 4 times, rep from
* around, join with sl st in back lp (see
Stitch Guide) only of beg sc.
Rnd 7: Working in back lps only this rnd,
sl st in each of next 2 sc, ch 3 (counts as
first dc), dc in same st, *[ch 3, sk next 3 sc,
2 dc in next sc] twice, ch 3**, 2 dc in 3rd
sc of next 13-sc group, rep from * around,
ending last rep at **, join with sl st in 3rd
Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in each dc and
in each ch around, join with sl st in beg sc.
(120 sc)
Rnd 9: Sl st in each of next 3 sc, ch 1, (sc,
picotsee Special Stitches) in same st, ch
5, sk next 4 sc, *(sc, picot) in next sc, ch 5,
sk next 4 sc, rep from * around, join with
sl st in beg sc.
Rnd 10: Sl st in each of next 3 chs of ch-5,
beg shell (see Special Stitches) in same
ch, ch 2, [shell (see Special Stitches) in
center ch of next ch-5, ch 2] around, join
with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
(24 shells)
Rnd 11: With RS facing, join blue with sl
st in ch sp of any shell, ch 3 (counts as first
dc), 6 dc in same ch sp, sc in next ch-2 sp,
[7 dc in ch sp of next shell, sc in next ch-2
sp] around, join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3. Fasten off.
Rnd 12: With RS facing, join cream with sl
st in back lp only of center dc of any 7-dc
group, beg shell in same st, working in

back lps only this rnd, ch 3, [shell in center dc of next 7-dc group, ch 3] around,
join with sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Rnd 13: Sl st in next dc and in ch sp of
next shell, ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *ch 9, sc
in ch sp of next shell, ch 3, sc in next ch-3
sp, ch 3**, sc in ch sp of next shell, rep
with sl st in beg sc.
Rnd 14: Ch 1, *sc in first ch of next ch-9,
[2 sc in next ch, sc in next ch] 4 times, sc
in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, shell in next sc, ch 1,
sc in next ch-3 sp, rep from * around, join
with sl st in back lp only of beg sc.
Rnd 15: Ch 5 (counts as first dc and ch-2),
*[sk next sc, dc in next sc, ch 2] 6 times,
sc in ch sp of next shell, ch 2**, dc in first
sc of next 13-sc group, ch 2, rep from *
around, ending last rep at **, join with sl
st in 3rd ch of beg ch-5. Fasten off.
Rnd 16: With RS facing, join blue with
sl st in any sc of last rnd, ch 3, 6 dc in
same st, *sc in next dc, [ch 3, sc in next
dc] 6 times**, 7 dc in next sc, rep from *
st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
DAISY IN THE SUN

DOILY
D e s i g n b y S a n d y Abb a t e
Rnd 1 (RS): With size 8 steel crochet hook

and yellow, ch 8, sl st in first ch to form
ring, ch 1, [sc in ring, ch 5] 12 times, join
with sl st in beg sc. Fasten off. (12 ch-5 sps)
Rnd 2: With RS facing, join white, with sl
st in any ch-5 sp, ch 1, (sc, ch 9, hdc in 4th
ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in each
of next 4 chs) in same ch-5 sp and in each
ch-5 sp around, join with sl st in beg sc.
Fasten off. (12 petals)
Rnd 3: With RS facing, join light blue with
sl st in ch-3 sp at tip of any petal, ch 1, sc
in same ch sp, ch 6, [sc in ch sp at tip of
next petal, ch 6] around, join with sl st in
beg sc. (12 ch-6 sps)
Rnd 4: Sl st in first ch-6 sp, ch 3 (counts as
first dc), 7 dc in same ch sp, 8 dc in each
ch sp around, join with sl st in 3rd ch of
beg ch-3. (96 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 5, [sc in each
of next 3 sts, ch 5] around to last 2 sts, sc

in each of last 2 sts, join with sl st in beg
sc. (32 ch-5 sps)
Rnd 6: Sl st in first ch-5 sp, ch 1, sc in
same ch sp, *ch 25, sk next 2 ch-5 sps, sc
in next ch sp, ch 4**, sc in next ch sp, rep
with sl st in beg sc.
Rnd 7: Sl st in first ch-25 sp, (ch 3, 17 dc,
ch 3, 18 dc) in same ch sp, (18 dc, ch 3, 18
dc) in each ch-25 sp around, join with sl st
in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
Rnd 8: With RS facing, working behind
ch-25 sps of rnd 6, join yellow with sl st
in first unworked ch-5 sp to the left of
any pair of unworked ch-5 sps on rnd 5,
ch 1, sc in same ch sp, *ch 25, sc in next
unworked ch-5 sp, ch 4**, sc in next
unworked ch-5 sp, rep from * around,
ending last rep at **, join with sl st in
beg sc.
Rnd 9: Sl st in first ch-25 sp, (ch 3, 17 dc,
ch 3, 18 dc) in same ch sp, (18 dc, ch 3, 18
dc) in each ch-25 sp around, join with sl st
in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
Rnd 10: With RS facing, join yellow with
sl st in ch-3 sp at tip of any point, ch 1,
(sc, ch 3, sc) in same ch sp, *ch 6, holding
same point and next point tog and working through both thicknesses at the same
time, (sc, ch 3, sc) in 7th dc from ch-3 sps
at tips of points, ch 6**, (sc, ch 3, sc) in
ch-3 sp at tip of next point, rep from *
st in beg sc. Fasten off. C!
A Top Idea!
For an extra-special gift, use

the smaller doily or Rnds 1-11
of the larger doily as a pretty
topper for a wide-mouth jar
filled with goodies.
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Climbing Ivy
D ESIGN B Y J AC Q UELINE STETTER
Narrow green strips of charming clusters nestled against

a creamy white background are reminiscent of climbing ivy
on a country cottage wall.
S K I LL LEVEL
F I N I SHED S IZE
45 x 891/2 inches
MATER IALS
Bernat Soft Boucle bulky

(chunky) weight yarn
(5 oz/225 yds/140g per skein):
7 skeins #26947 moss shades
3 skeins #06703 natural
Size N/13/9mm crochet hook or size
Tapestry needle
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn.

Row 3: Ch 4 (see Pattern Notes), sk next
st, [dc cl (see Special Stitch) in next st, ch
1, sk next st] across to last st, dc in last st,
turn. Fasten off.
Row 4: Join (see Pattern Notes) natural,
ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), hdc in top of
each dc cl and each ch-1 sp across, ending with hdc in 3rd ch of beg ch-4, turn.
(179 hdc)
Row 5: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc across, turn.
Row 6: Ch 2, hdc in each hdc across, turn.
Fasten off.
Row 7: Rep row 3, do not fasten off.
Row 8: Ch 1, sc in each st
across, turn.
Row 9: Rep row 3, fasten off.
Rows 1051: [Rep rows 49 consecutively] 7 times.
Rows 5256: Rep rows 48.
Border
Rnd 1: Ch 2, hdc evenly sp around outer
edge, working 3 hdc in each corner, join in
2nd ch of beg ch-2.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in same st, ch 5, [sc in
next hdc, ch 5] around, join in beg sc.
Fasten off. C!
GAUGE
3 cl = 3 inches; 4 hdc = 2 inches; 3 hdc

rows = 2 inches; cl, sc and
cl rows = 21/2 inches
PATTERN NOTES

otherwise stated.
counts as first double crochet and chain-1
unless otherwise stated.
counts as first half double crochet unless
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCH
Double crochet cluster (dc cl): Holding

back last lp of each st on hook, 3 dc in place
indicated, yo, pull through all lps on hook.
Afghan
Row 1: With moss shades, ch 180 loosely,
sc in 2nd ch from hook in each ch across,
turn. (179 sc)
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Celebrate friends
Continued from page 15
Two-way rose pin

D ESIGN s B Y
SUSAN L O W M AN
in
Make eachorpinless!
2 hours
Crochet this rose with either

open or closed petals for a
sweet I love you gift for a
dear friend.
SKILL LEVEL
FINISHED SIZES
Open-Petal Rose: 23/4 inches in

diameter
Closed-Petal Rose: 21/2 inches in
diameter
Leaf: 1 x 11/4 inches
MATERIALS
Fine (sport) weight yarn:

25 yds each peach and
yellow
10 yds green
Size E/4/3.5mm steel crochet hook or
Tapestry needle
1-inch pin back: 2
Stitch marker
sc in each of next 4 sts] 8 times, [ch 3,
sc in each of next 2 sts] twice, [ch 3, sc
in each of next 4 sts] 4 times, ch 3, sc in
each of next 3 sts, sl st in next marked st.
Fasten off.
Flower
Petals
Rnd 1: With orchid pink, ch 6, sl st in beg
ch to form ring, ch 1, 10 sc in ring, join
(see Pattern Notes) in beg sc. (10 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 tr in same st, *(2 tr, ch 3, sl
st) in next st**, (sl st, ch 3, 2 tr) in next st,
join in joining sl st of rnd 1. Leaving long
end, fasten off. (5 petals)
Center
Rnd 1: With maize, ch 3, 10 hdc in 3rd ch
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from hook (first 2 chs count as first hdc),

join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (11 hdc)
Rnd 2: Sl st in each st around, join in beg
sl st. Leaving long end, fasten off.
Leaves
With mint, ch 20, sc in 2nd ch from hook,
*(hdc, dc) in next ch, tr dec (see Stitch
Guide) in next 2 chs, (dc, hdc) in next ch*,
sc in each of next 9 chs, rep between *
once, sc in last ch. Fasten off.
Finishing
Sew Flower Center to center of Petals.
Arrange Flower and Leaves on front of
Flap and sew in place.
GAUGE
Rnds 15 = 13/4 inches in diameter

PATTERN NOTES
Do not join or turn rounds unless

otherwise stated.
Mark first stitch of each round.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCH
Extended double crochet (extended

dc): Yo, insert hook in place indicated, yo,
pull up lp, yo, pull through 1 lp on hook,
[yo, pull through 2 lps on hook] twice.
O p e n - P e ta l R o s e
Base
Rnd 1: With peach, ch 4, sl st in first ch to
form ring, ch 1, 7 sc in ring, do not join

(see Pattern Notes). (7 sc)
Rnd 2: Working back lps (see Stitch
Guide), 2 sc in each st around. (14 sc)
Rnd 3: Working in back lps, [2 sc in next
st, sc in next st] around. (21 sc)
Rnd 4: Working in back lps, [2 sc in
(28 sc)
Rnd 5: Working in back lps, [2 sc in next
st, sc in each of next 3 sts] around, join
(see Pattern Notes) in beg sc. (35 sc)
Rnd 6: Ch 1, turn, working from outside
edge in back lps to center of Base in rem
lps, sk sl st, sl st in next st, [ch 3, sk next
2 sts, sl st in next st] 11 times, [ch 3, sk
next 2 sts, sl st in next st] 5 times, ch 3,
sk next st, sl st in next st, *ch 3, sk next 2
sts, sl st in next st, [ch 3, sk next st, sl st
in next st] twice, rep from * twice, ch 3,
sk next st, sl st in next st, [ch 3, sk next
st, sl st in next st, ch 3, sk next 2 sts, sl st
in next st] twice, **ch 3, sk next 2 sts, sl
st in next st, [ch 3, sk next st, sl st in next
st] twice, rep from ** once, [ch 3, sk next

st, sl st in next st] 3 times. Fasten off.
Petals
Leaving long end, join peach in first ch sp
on rnd 6, working from outside edge to
center, [8 dc in next ch sp, sc in next ch sp]
8 times, [7 dc in next ch sp, sc in next ch
sp] 9 times, 6 dc in next ch sp, [sc in next
ch sp, 5 dc in next ch sp] twice, sk sl st, sl
st in rem lp of next sc on Base. Fasten off.
(20 petals)
C lo s e d - P e ta l R o s e
Base
With yellow, work same as base on
Open-Petal Rose. At end of rnd 6, do not
fasten off.
Petals
Working from center of Base to outside
edge, [5 dc in next ch sp, sc in next ch sp]
twice, [6 dc in next ch sp, sc in next ch sp]
4 times, [7 dc in next ch sp, sc in next ch
sp] 6 times, [8 dc in next ch sp, sc in next

ch sp] 8 times, sl st in first sl st on rnd 6
and in next sc on rnd 5. Leaving long end,
fasten off. (20 petals)
Leaf
Make 4.
With green, ch 8, 2 sc in 2nd ch from
hook, hdc in next ch, 2 dc in next ch, 2 extended dc (see Special Stitch) in next ch,
dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, 3 sc in last
ch, working on opposite side of ch, hdc in
next ch, dc in next ch, 2 extended dc in
next ch, 2 dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc
in last ch, join in beg sc. Leaving long end,
fasten off.
A s s e m b ly
Place 2 Leaves on WS of Rose Base as
shown in photo. With long end, sew
Leaves in place.
With long end on Rose, sew pin back to
WS of Base on each Rose. C!
Victory Junction gang Racing Afghan

corner ch sp, join in beg sc. (141 sc across

each short edge & 173 sc across each long
edge, total 628 sc)
Rnd 2: Sl st in ch-1 sp, ch 1, (sc, ch 1, sc)
in same ch sp, *fpsc (see Stitch Guide)
around next st, [bpsc (see Stitch Guide)
around next st, fpsc around next st]
across to corner ch sp**, (sc, ch 1, sc) in
corner ch sp, rep from * around, ending

last rep at **, join in beg sc.
Rnd 3: Sl st in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, (sc, ch 2,
sc) in same ch sp, *bpsc around next st,
[fpsc around next st, bpsc around next st]
across to next corner ch sp**, (sc, ch 2, sc)
in corner ch sp, rep from * around, ending
last rep at **, join in beg sc. Fasten off. C!
Lacy Coverlet & Pillows

sp, ch 3**, (sl st, ch 5, sl st) in next tr dec,

join in beg sl st.
Rnd 7: Sl st in next ch sp, ch 5, (tr, ch 1) 5
times in same ch sp, tr in same ch sp, *[sc
in next puff st, ch 2] 5 times, sc in next
puff st**, (tr, ch 1) 6 times in next ch sp, tr
in same ch sp, rep from * around, ending
last rep at **, join in 4th ch of beg ch-5.
Rnd 8: Ch 3, dc in each st and in each ch
around with (dc, ch 3, dc) in center st of

each 7-tr corner group, join in 3rd ch of
beg ch-3. Fasten off. (30 dc on each side
between corner ch sps)
Rnd 9: Working this rnd in back lps (see
Stitch Guide), join in any corner ch sp, (ch
3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in same sp, *[ch 1, sk
next st, dc in each of next 2 sts] across to
next corner ch sp, ch 1**, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc)
in next ch sp, rep from * around, ending
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last rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Fasten off.
Holding Motifs WS tog, matching sts,
sew tog through back lps in 5 rows of
7 Motifs each.
Edging
Rnd 1: Join in any corner ch sp, ch 3, (dc,
ch 3, 2 dc) in same sp, *[ch 1, dc in each of
next 2 dc or 2 dc in next seam] across** to
next corner ch sp, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next
corner ch sp, rep from * around, ending
last rep at **, join 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in next st, picot (see Special Stitches), *(2 dc, picot, 2 dc) in next
corner ch sp, picot, (dc in each of next 2
sts, picot) across** to next corner ch sp,
join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
Pillow Top
Make 2.
Make same as Coverlet Motif.
Edging
Rnd 1: Join in any corner ch sp, ch 3,
(dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in same ch sp, *[ch 1, dc in

each of next 2 dc] across to next corner ch
sp, ch 1**, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next corner
ch sp, rep from * around, ending last rep
at **, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in next st, picot (see Special Stitches), *(2 dc, picot, 2 dc) in next
corner ch sp, picot, (dc in each of next 2
sts, picot) across** to next corner ch sp,
join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. Fasten off.
Sew Pillow Tops to pillows as shown in
photo. C!
The Necessary LBD

46, 50, 54, 58, 62] shells at end of last row)

Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc in first st, dc in next sc, *[sk
next dc, sc in next dc, shell in next sc] 17
[19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29] times, [sk next dc, sc
in next dc, dc in next sc**] twice, rep from *
around, ending last rep at **, join in beg sc,
turn. (34 [38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58] shells)
Small, Medium, Large, X-Large
& 2X-Large Sizes Only
Rnds 11 & 12: Rep rnds 2 and 1 once. (36
[40, 44, 48, 52] shells at end of last row)
16 [18, 20, 22, 24] times, [sk next dc, sc in
next dc, dc in next sc**] twice, rep from *
sc, turn. (32 [36, 40, 44, 48] shells)
join in beg sc, turn. (4 dc, 38 [42, 46, 50,

54, 58, 62] shells)
Rnds 5 & 6: Rep rnds 2 and 1 once. (40 [44,
48, 52, 56, 60, 64] shells at end of last row)
18 [20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30] times, [sk next
dc, sc in next dc, dc in next sc**] twice,
join in beg sc, turn. (4 dc, 36 [40, 44, 48,
52, 56, 60] shells)
Rnds 8 & 9: Rep rnds 2 and 1 once. (38 [42,
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Small, Medium & Large Sizes

Only
Rnds 14 & 15: Rep rnds 2 and 1 once.
*[sk next dc, sc in next dc, shell in next
sc] 15 [17, 19] times, [sk next dc, sc in
next dc, dc in next sc**] twice, rep from *
sc, turn. (30 [34, 38] shells)
All Sizes
Last rnds: [Rep rnds 2 and 1 alternately]
3 times. (32 [36, 40, 46, 50, 56, 60] shells)
Hip Shaping
Rnd 1: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), *[sc in
next dc, shell in next sc, sk next dc] 15

[17, 19, 22, 24, 27, 29] times, sc in next
dc**, shell in next sc, sc in next dc, dc in
next dc, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, shell in next dc, sc in last dc,
join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, *[shell in next
sc, sk next dc, sc in next dc] 16 [18, 20,
23, 25, 28, 30] times, shell in next sc**, sc
in next dc, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, join in beg sc, turn. (34 [38, 42,
48, 52, 58, 62] shells)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in same st, *sk next dc, sc
in next dc**, shell in next sc, rep from *
around, ending last rep at **, dc in same st
as beg ch-3, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
Rnd 4: Ch 3, *[sc in next dc, shell in next
sc, sk next dc] 16 [18, 20, 23, 25, 28, 30]
times, sc in next dc, shell in next sc, sc
in next dc**, dc in next dc, rep from *
around, ending last rep at **, join in 3rd
ch of beg ch-3, turn.
50, 54, 60, 64] shells)
Rnd 6: Rep rnd 3.
sc, sk next dc] 17 [19, 21, 24, 26, 29, 31]
times, sc in next dc, shell in next sc, sc in
next dc**, dc in next dc, rep from * around,
ending last rep at **, join in beg sc.

sc, sk next dc, sc in next dc] 18 [20, 22, 25,
27, 30, 32] times, shell in next sc **, sc
52, 56, 62, 66] shells)
Rnd 9: Rep rnd 3.
Small, Medium, Large, X-Large

& 2X-Large Sizes Only
sc, sk next dc] 18 [20, 22, 25, 27] times, sc
in next dc**, shell in next sc, sc in next dc,
dc in next dc, sc in next dc, shell in next
sc, rep from * around, ending last rep at
**, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
Rnd 11: Ch 1, sc in first st, *[shell in next sc,
sk next dc, sc in next dc] 19 [21, 23, 26, 28]
times, shell in next sc**, sc in next dc, rep
from * around, ending last rep at **, join in
beg sc, turn. (40 [44, 48, 54, 58] shells)
Rnd 12: Rep rnd 3.
Small, Medium & Large
Sizes Only
sc, sk next dc] 19 [21, 23] times, sc in next
dc, shell in next sc, sc in next dc**, dc in
next dc, rep from * around, ending last
rep at **, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
sc, sk next dc, sc in next dc] 20 [22, 24]
times, shell in next sc**, sc in next dc, rep
in beg sc, turn. (42 [46, 50] shells)
Rnd 15: Rep rnd 3.
Skirt
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in first st, *shell in next sc, sk
next dc**, sc in next dc, rep from* around,
ending last rep at **, join in beg sc, turn.
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in same st, *sk next dc, sc
in next dc**, shell in next sc, rep from *
around, ending last rep at **, dc in same st
as beg ch-3, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
Next rnds: [Rep rnds 1 and 2 alternately]
24 [26, 28, 30, 30, 32, 32] times or to desired length.
Ruffle
sc, sk next dc] 20 [22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32]
times, sc in next dc, shell in next sc, sc

in next dc**, dc in next dc, rep from *
sc, turn. (42 [46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66] shells)
56, 60, 64, 68] shells)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in same st, *sk next dc,
sc in next dc**, 5 dc in next sc, rep from
* around, ending last rep at **, 2 dc in
same st as beg ch-3, join in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3, turn. (220 [240, 260, 280, 300, 320,
340] dc)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc in first st, *6 dc in next sc,
sk next 2 dc**, sc in next dc, rep from *
sc, turn. (264 [288, 312, 336, 360, 384,
408] dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, 3 dc in same st, *sk next 2 dc,
sc in next dc**, 7 dc in next sc, rep from *
sc as beg ch-3, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3,
turn. (308 [336, 364, 392, 420, 448, 476] dc)
Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc in first st, *8 dc in next sc,
sk next 3 dc**, sc in next dc, rep from *
sc, turn. (352 [384, 416, 448, 480, 512,
544] dc)
Rnd 7: Ch 3, 4 dc in same st, *sk next 3 dc,
sc in next dc**, 9 dc in next sc, rep from *
st as beg ch-3, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Fasten off. (396 [432, 468, 504, 540, 576,
612] dc)
Sleeves
Rnd 1: With WS facing, join with sc in
ch-5 sp at 1 underarm, [ch 5, sc in next
ch-5 sp] around to last ch-5 sp, ch 2, join
with dc in beg sc forming last ch sp, turn.
(20 [22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32] ch-5 sps)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in ch sp just formed, [ch 5,
sc in next ch sp] around, ch 2, join with dc
in beg sc forming last ch sp, turn.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in ch sp just formed, [ch 5,
sc in next ch sp] around to last 2 ch sps,
ch 2, dc dec (see Stitch Guide) in next ch
sp and beg sc forming last ch sp, turn. (19
[21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31] ch sps)
Next rnds: [Rep rnd 2] 4 [4, 3, 3, 3, 2, 2]

times.
Next rnds: [Rep rnd 3] 9 [10, 11, 12, 13,
16, 17] times. (10 [11, 12, 13, 14, 13, 14]
ch sps at end of last rnd)
Next rnds: [Rep rnd 2] 8 [3, 9, 5, 1, 5, 2]
times.
Last rnd: Ch 1, sc in ch sp just formed,
[shell in next sc, sc in next ch-5 sp]
around, join in beg sc. Fasten off. (10 [11,
12, 13, 14, 12, 14] shells)
Rep in rem armhole.
Neck Trim
Working on opposite side of row 1 in
foundation sc, join with sc in first st, *sk
next 2 sts, shell in next st, sk next 2 sts**,
sc in next st, rep from * around, ending
last rep at **, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
(16 shells) C!
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terminology
55
Take-Two Pullover
Back
161/2 [18, 211/4, 223/4, 241/2, 26]"
Rnd 5: Changing colors to match, ch 1, [sc

in each of next 3 sts, picot] around, join in
beg sc. Fasten off. C!
Front
161/2 [18, 211/4, 223/4, 241/2, 26]"
101/2"
Sleeve
6"
Assembly
Matching colors, sew shoulder seams.
Matching colors, fold Sleeve
in half; place fold at shoulder seam and sew in place.
Rep with rem Sleeve.
Sew side and Sleeve seams.
Bottom Trim
Rnd 1: Working in starting chs on opposite side of row 1 on Front and Back,
changing colors to match and easing in
fullness and dec 1 [0, 1, 0, 2, 1] st at each
side seam, join with sc in center Back, sc
in each ch around, join in beg sc.
Rnds 24: Changing colors to match, ch
1, sc in each st around, join in beg sc.
171/2 [18, 18, 181/2, 181/2, 19]"
Sleeve Trim
Working in starting ch on opposite side
of row 1, join matching color with sc in
first ch, sc in next ch, [picot (see Special
Stitch), sc in each of next 3 chs] across.
Fasten off.
Neck Trim
Changing colors to match and working in
ends of rows, easing in fullness and dec 1 st
at each shoulder edge, join with sc at center
back, evenly sp [picot, sc in each of next 3]
around neck edge, making sure you have
the same amount on each side of neck, join
(see Pattern Notes) in beg sc. Fasten off.
171/2 [18, 18, 181/2, 181/2, 19]"
hook and in each ch across, turn. (53 sc)

Rows 2 & 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across,
turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in each st
across with 2 sc in last st, turn. (55 sc)
Next rows: Rep rows 4 and 5 until you
have inc 11 times. (77 sc at end of last row)
Next rows: Rep row 5 until piece measures 6 inches from beg or to desired
length. At end of last row, fasten off.
151/4"
Jeweled Stripes Top

Rep with rem Sleeve.

Sew side and Sleeve seams.
Neck Trim
Join sora blue with sc at shoulder seam,
evenly sp sc around, working sc dec every
6 sts and at each shoulder, join with sl st
in beg sc. Fasten off.
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Crochet! July 2009
Bottom Trim
Working in starting ch on opposite side of
row 1, join sora blue with sc at side seam,
ch 1, [hdc in next ch, dc in each of next
3 chs, hdc in next ch, sl st in next ch, sk
next ch] around, join with sl st in beg sc.
Fasten off. C!
Changing the look

first. Begin by drawing your own

schematic outline on graph paper,
then draw a line from the beginning of the neck opening to the
shoulder. Then draw in your decreases, row by row as evenly as
possible, following the line as closely as stitches and rows allow.
Rules of Thumb
two times 11 equals 22 rows, plus

one extra row; but the decreases
cannot always be worked out so
simply.
Using size X-large as the next
example (see Fig. 2), youll see that
12 stitches for the neck opening
must be decreased over 23 rows
and that does not work as easily or
evenly as for size medium,
COLOR KEY
Black
although you might think so at
Gray
rules apply for shaping sleeves;

however, instead of decreasing,
stitches must be increased.
White
Brown
Maroon
Green
When creating an angle, and

the number of rows cannot be divided equally by the number of
stitches to be increased, its best
to work the first decreases closely
(every or every other row) for a
few rows, then decrease the number of rows in between decreases
evenly to create the straightest line,
as shown in schematic for size Xlarge. Conversely, if you work all
the decreases too quickly and then
work many rows evenly, the neckline becomes distorted. The same
18 hdc
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
Row 1
15
14
13
12
11
10
5
4
3
2
Row 1
30 hdc
Fig. 2
Changing the Look
Size X-Large V-Neckline
Fig. 3
Changing the Look
Stitches increased too quickly
While you may be perfectly

satisfied with a neckline shape as
in Fig. 3, remember it is not a true
V-neckline.
How to Begin Sleeve

Shaping
When a sleeve is a set-in, like
our accompanying sweater, or a
drop sleeve, the upper width of
the sleeve must be the same as the
measurement around the entire
armhole opening, meaning both
front and back pieces, in order for
the pieces to fit together.
The starting point for sleeve
shaping requires the following:
gauge, total number of stitches required for the upper sleeve, the
number of stitches for the wrist, as
well as the number of rows required
from the wrist to the armhole. A
drop sleeve ends when you reach
the desired length to the underarm;
however, a set-in sleeve continues
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evenly from that point until the
length from the underarm to the
top equals the number of stitches
skipped for the armhole opening.
Our pattern gives you the instructions for making three sleeve
lengths: short, three-quarter and
full length, based on the Craft
Yarn Council of Americas sizing standards. To determine sleeve
length and the subsequent number of rows to achieve the desired
length, you must apply the gauge.
For example, a full-length sleeve
for size medium is 171/2 inches in
total length. You must know the
total number of rows required to
achieve the finished length if you
are to know how many increases
are required to widen the sleeve,
as you work.
If you wish to have a 2-inch
rib at the bottom of your sleeve,
then those 2 inches must be deducted from the total number of
rows worked for the body of the
sleeve: 171/2 inches less 2 inches =
151/2 inches. Using the gauge of 23/4

rows per inch times 151/2 inches,
you would need 42 rows. However,
be sure to double check your gauge
as you work because it can easily
differ slightly as you work, as mentioned earlier.
In this case, if worked to 42
rows, instead of measuring 151/2
inches, the length is actually 16
inches or 1/2 inch too long; therefore, the pattern has you work 40
rows for the true measurement.
Knowing the number of rows
required for a full-length sleeve
means you can easily calculate
the number of rows needed for a
three-quarter length. Simply multiply 40 rows by 75 percent and
you see 30 rows are needed. Remember to then deduct the number of rows and/or the number of
inches needed for the ribbing or
other edging.
To determine the length of
a standard short sleeve, simply
multiply the number of rows
Summer in the city purse

Rnds 35: Sc in each st around.

Rnd 6: Sc in each of first 2 sts, [2 sc in
(146 sc)
Rnd 24: Sc in each of first 2 sts, [sk next
st, sc in each of next 2 sts] around. (98 sc)
Rnd 29: Sc in each of first 2 sts, [sk next
st, sc in each of next 2 sts] around. (66 sc)
Rnds 3032: Sc in each st around. At end
of last rnd, fasten off.
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Crochet! July 2009
Flatten and sew sts on last rnd tog. Turn

RS out.
Finishing
Place Outside Top Band over Inside Top Band.
Working through both thicknesses, join
white with sc at side seam, sc in front lp of
Outside Top Band and back lp (see Stitch
Guide) of Inside Top Band in each st around,
working in front of Straps only, join (see
Pattern Notes) in beg sc. Fasten off.
Sew Inside Top Band to each Strap.
Sew 1 bead to tip of each scallop around
required for a full length

(40 rows) by 25 percent. If your
arms are longer or shorter, simply
adjust the number of rows and
inches to meet your needs.
Should you be interested in
making other modifications to
printed crochet patterns, and you
have Internet access, the Craft
Yarn Council of America has
free downloadable Standards &
Guidelines available at
www.yarnstandards.com.
Developed by leading yarn
companies, fiber producers, needle and hook manufacturers,
and publishers, the Standards &
Guidelines include measuring,
fit and sizing for babies, children,
women and men, as well as other
essential information about yarn
categories, gauge ranges, yarn label information and more. Be
sure and visit www.yarnstandards.
com and download this valuable
information. C!
Row 1
Outside Top Band as shown in photo.

Sew snap closure on inside center of Inside Top Band.
Rose
Rnd 1: With girlie pink, ch 9, sl st in first
ch to form ring, ch 1, 18 sc in ring, join in
beg sc. (18 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 3, sk next 2
sts**, sc in next st, rep from * around, ending last rep at **, join in beg sc. (6 ch sps)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, (sc, ch 3, 5 dc, ch 3, sc) in
first ch sp and in each ch sp around, join

in beg sc. (6 petals)
Rnd 4: Working behind petals, ch 1, [fpsc
(see Stitch Guide) around sc on rnd 2, ch 5]
around, join in beg fpsc.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, (sc, ch 3, 7 dc, ch 3, sc) in
first ch sp and in each ch sp around, join
in beg sc. Fasten off.
Sew fancy button or bead to center of
Rose.
Sew pin back to back of Rose. Attach to
front of Purse.
Optional Flower
ch 1, 6 sc in ring, join (see Pattern Notes)
in beg sc. (6 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, (sc, ch 3, dc, ch 3, sc) in first
st and in each st around, join in beg sc.
Fasten off.
Sew novelty button or bead to center of
Flower.
Sew pin back to back of Flower. Attach to
front of Purse. C!
Baby sundress & Hat
2nd Neck Shaping

Next row: Sk next 2 [3, 5, 5, 6] sc after
marker, join in next st, ch 3, dc in each st
across, turn. (15 [17, 20, 23, 26] dc)
Next rows: Work same as First Neck Shaping, reversing all shaping.
13 [14, 151/2, 161/2, 18]"
Back
Work same as Front, working Armhole
Shaping same as Front, until piece is 71/2
[93/4, 121/4, 141/2, 16] inches from beg.
Place marker in center st or between
center sts.
First Side
Next row: Work even in pattern across
to marker, turn.
piece measures 93/4 [121/4, 141/2, 17, 181/2]
inches from beg, ending at armhole edge.
Next row: Ch 3, dc in each of next 8 [10,
13, 16, 19] sts, leaving rem sts unworked,
turn.
Last row: Sl st in each of first 2 sts, ch 3,
dc in each st across. Fasten off. (8 [10, 13,
16, 19] dc)
Back
4 [4, 5, 5, 51/4]"
21/2"
63/4 [83/4, 101/2, 121/2, 133/4]"
131/4 [151/4, 18, 20, 211/2]"
First Neck Shaping

Next row: Ch 3, dc in each st
across, leaving 2 [3, 5, 5, 6]
sts before marker and rem sts
unworked, turn. (15 [17, 20, 23,
26] dc)
Next row: Sl st in each of first 3
sts, ch 3, dc in each st across, turn.
(13 [15, 18, 21, 24] dc)
Next row: Ch 3, dc in each st across, leaving last 2 sts unworked, turn. (11 [13, 16,
19, 22] dc)
dc in each st across, turn. (10 [12, 15, 18,
21] dc)
Next row: Ch 3, dc in each st across, leaving last st unworked, turn. (9 [11, 14, 17,
20] dc)
dc in each st across, turn. Fasten off. (8
[10, 13, 16, 19] dc)
Front
21/2"
4 [4, 5, 5, 51/4]"
63/4 [83/4, 101/2, 121/2, 133/4]"
Next rows: Work even in pattern

until piece measures 9 [111/2, 133/4,
153/4, 171/4] inches from beg.
Place marker in center st or between center sts.
131/4 [151/4, 18, 20, 211/2]"
13 [14, 151/2, 161/2, 18]"
2nd Side
Next row: Join in next unworked st on
Back, ch 3, dc in each st across, turn.
Next rows: Rep same as First Side, reversing all shaping.
Assembly
Sew Front and Back tog at shoulder seams.
Sew side seams.
Neck Trim
Working around neck edge and down back
opening in ends of rows and in sts, join violet with sc at shoulder seam, ch 6, evenly
sp [sk 1/2 inch, sc in next row or st, ch 6]
around, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
Sew button along right edge of Back, with
the top button 1/4 to 1/2 inch from top edge
and 2nd button evenly sp from first button.
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Ch-6 sps at opposite edge will be used as

buttonholes.
HAT
Armhole Trim
Working around armhole opening in ends
of rows and in sts, join violet with sc at
side seam, ch 6, evenly sp [sk 1/2 inch, sc
in next row or st, ch 6] around, join in beg
sc. Fasten off.
Rep on rem armhole.
SK I LL LEVEL
Bottom Lace
Rnd 1: Working in starting ch on opposite side of row 1 on Front and Back, join
violet in first ch, ch 4, 3-tr cl (see Special
Stitches) in same st, ch 3, 4-tr cl (see
Special Stitches) in same st, sk next 4 [5,
4, 5, 4] sts, [(4 tr cl, ch 3, 4-tr cl) in next
st, sk next 4 sts] around, join in 4th ch of
beg ch-4.
Rnd 2: Sl st in first ch sp, ch 4, (3-tr cl, ch
4, 4-tr cl) in same ch sp, (4-tr cl, ch 4, 4-tr
cl) in each ch-3 sp around, join in 4th ch
of beg ch-4.
of beg ch-4.
of beg ch-4.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 6, [sc in
next st, ch 6] around, join in beg sc.
Fasten off.
DROPS Alpaca light (DK)

weight yarn (13/4 oz/196
yds/50g per ball):
1 [2, 2, 2] balls #3720 violet
1 ball each #7300 lime and
#3140 light pink
Size C/2/2.75mm crochet hook or
Tapestry needle
Flower
Rnd 1: With light pink, ch 3, sl st in first
beg sc.
Rnd 2: [Ch 4, dc in 4th ch from hook, sc in
next st] around. Fasten off.
Leaves
Rnd 1: With lime, ch 3, sl st in first ch to
form ring, ch 1, 5 sc in ring, join in beg sc.
Rnd 2: [Ch 4, 3 dc in 4th ch from hook, sc
in next st] around. Fasten off.
Sew Flower in center of Leaves. Sew to
Dress as shown in photo.
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Crochet! July 2009
FI NI SHED SIZES
Instructions given fit head

circumference of 16 inches; 171/2
inches, 19 inches and 21 inches are
in [ ].
MATERIALS
GAUGE
24 dc = 4 inches; 13 dc rows = 4 inches

PATTERN NOTES

otherwise stated.
otherwise stated.
SPECIAL STITCHES

lps on hook.
lps on hook.
H at
Rnd 1: With violet, ch 4, sl st in first ch to
form ring, ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), 11 dc
in ring, join (see Pattern Notes) in 3rd ch
of beg ch-3. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in each st
around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, dc in each st around, join in
3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Rnd 4: Ch 3, dc in next st, 2 dc in next st,

[dc in each of next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st]
around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (32 dc)
Rnd 5: Ch 3, dc in each of next 2 sts, 2 dc in
next st, [dc in each of next 3 sts, 2 dc in next
st] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (40 dc)
Rnd 10: Ch 3, dc in each of next 7 sts, 2 dc
in next st, [dc in each of next 8 sts, 2 dc in
next st] around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
(80 dc)
[17, 19 & 21 inches]

Sizes Only
Rnd [11, 11, 11]: Ch 3, dc in each of next
8 sts, 2 dc in next st, [dc in each of next 9
sts, 2 dc in next st] around, join in 3rd ch
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sts, 2 dc in next st, [dc in each of next 10

All Sizes
Next rnds: Work even without increases
until piece measures 5 [51/2, 61/4] inches
from beg.
Next rnd: Ch 3, dc in each of next 6 sts,
2 dc in next st, [dc in each of next 7 sts, 2
dc in next st] around, join in 3rd ch of beg
ch-3. (90 [99,108] dc)
Next rnd: Ch 3, dc in each st around, join
in 3rd ch of beg ch-3.
Next rnd: Ch 3, dc in each of next 4 [1, 4]
sts, 2 dc in next st, [dc in each of next 5
of beg ch-3. (105 [116, 126] dc)
[19 & 21 inches] Sizes Only
Rnd [12, 12]: Ch 3, dc in each of next 9
Lace Border
Rnd 1: Ch 4, 3-tr cl (see Special Stitches)
in same st, ch 3, 4-tr cl (see Special Stitches)
in same st, sk next 4 [5, 5] sts, [(4-tr cl, ch
Talking Crochet
3, 4-tr cl) in next st, sk next 4 sts] around,

join in 4th ch of beg ch-4.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, ch 6, [sc in next
st, ch 6] around, join in beg sc. Fasten off.
Flower
Make 2.
Rnd 1: With light pink, ch 3, sl st in first
beg sc.
Rnd 2: [Ch 4, dc in 4th ch from hook, sc in
next st] around. Fasten off.
Leaves
Make 2.
Rnd 1: With lime, ch 3, sl st in first ch to
form ring, ch 1, 5 sc in ring, join in beg sc.
Rnd 2: [Ch 4, 3 dc in 4th ch from hook, sc
in next st] around. Fasten off.
Sew each Flower in center of each set of
Leaves. Sew to Hat as shown in photo. C!
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Row 1 (RS): In multiples

of 10 sts plus 4 chs, dc in
4th ch from hook, *ch 3,
sk next 4 chs, (sc, ch 3,
3 dc) in next ch, sk next
4 chs**, (dc, ch 1, dc)
in next ch, rep from *
across, ending last rep at **, 2 dc in last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in same st, *ch 3, (sc, ch
3, 3 dc) in next ch-3 sp, sk next ch-3 sp**, (dc, ch 1, dc) in
next ch-1 sp, rep from * across, ending last rep at **, 2 dc in
last st, turn.
Rep row 2 for pattern.
Co v e r
Row 1: With 1 strand white and 1 strand filament held tog, ch
34 [44], work row 1 of Staggered Square Pattern.
Next rows: Work row 2 of Staggered Square Pattern until
pieces measures 5 [63/4] inches from beg, ending with WS
row. Do not fasten off.

Edging
Rnd 1: Beg in corner, 3 sc in end of
last row, keeping number of sts even
between sides, evenly sp sc around
with 3 sc in each corner, join (see
Pattern Notes) in beg sc.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, picot (see
Special Stitches), [sc in next st, picot] around, join in beg sc. Fasten
off.
Beads
With nylon thread, sew 3 strands of
beads with 6 beads on each strand
to all 4 corners. C!
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Single Crochet to 4 inch
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1620 sts
1217 sts
1114 sts
811 sts
59 sts
2.253.5mm
3.54.5mm
4.55.5mm
5.56.5mm
6.59mm
9mm and
larger
B1E4
E47
7I9
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S t i tc h G u id e
Abb r e v i a t i o n s
beg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . begin/begins/beginning
bpdc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back post double crochet
bpsc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back post single crochet
bptr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back post treble crochet
CC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . contrasting color
ch(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . chain(s)
ch-. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . refers to chain or space
previously made (i.e., ch-1 space)
ch sp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . chain space(s)
cl(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cluster(s)
cm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . centimeter(s)
dc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double crochet (singular/plural)
dc dec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double crochet 2 or more
stitches together, as indicated
dec. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . decrease/decreases/decreasing
dtr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . double treble crochet
ext. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . extended
fpdc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post double crochet
fpsc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post single crochet
fptr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front post treble crochet
g. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . gram(s)
hdc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . half double crochet
hdc dec. . . . . . . . . . . . . half double crochet 2 or more
inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . increase/increases/increasing
lp(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . loop(s)
MC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . main color
mm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . millimeter(s)
oz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ounce(s)
pc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . popcorn(s)
rem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . remain/remains/remaining
rep(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . repeat(s)
rnd(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . round(s)
RS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right side
sc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single crochet (singular/plural)
sc dec. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single crochet 2 or more
sk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . skip/skipped/skipping
sl st(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . slip stitch(es)
sp(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . space(s)/spaced
st(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . stitch(es)
tog. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . together
tr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . treble crochet
trtr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . triple treble
WS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . wrong side
yd(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yard(s)
yo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yarn over
Single crochet
decrease (sc dec):
(Insert hook, yo, draw
lp through) in each of
the sts indicated, yo,
draw through all lps
on hook.
Example of 2-sc dec
Half double crochet

decrease (hdc dec):
(Yo, insert hook, yo,
draw lp through)
in each of the sts
indicated, yo, draw
through all lps
on hook.
Example of 2-hdc dec
Chainch: Yo, pull

through lp on hook.
Front Loop
Slip stitchsl st:

Insert hook in st, pull
through both lps on
hook.
Change colors:
Drop first color;
with 2nd color, pull
through last 2 lps of st.
Front loopfront lp
Back loop back lp
Back Loop
Half double
crochethdc: Yo,
insert hook in st, yo,
pull through st, yo,
pull through all 3 lps
on hook.
Treble crochettr:
Yo twice, insert
hook in st, yo, pull
through st, [yo, pull
through 2 lps] 3
times.
Single crochetsc:
Insert hook in st, yo,
pull through st, yo,
pull through both
lps on hook.
Double crochet
dc: Yo, insert hook in
st, yo, pull through
st, [yo, pull through
2 lps] twice.
Front post stitch

fp: Back post
stitchbp: When
working post st,
insert hook from right
to left around post st
on previous row.
Back
Double treble
crochetdtr:
Yo 3 times, insert
hook in st, yo, pull
through st, [yo, pull
through 2 lps] 4 times.
Front
Post
of
Stitch
Double crochet
decrease (dc dec):
(Yo, insert hook, yo,
draw loop through,
draw through 2 lps on
hook) in each of the
sts indicated, yo, draw
through all lps on hook.
Example of 2-dc dec
Exampleof
of 2-tr
2-tr dec
Example
dec
UNITE D STATES
sl st (slip stitch)
sc (single crochet)
hdc (half double crochet)
dc (double crochet)
tr (treble crochet)
dtr (double treble crochet)
skip
Treble crochet decrease

(tr dec): Holding back
last lp of each st, tr in
each of the sts indicated,
yo, pull through all lps
on hook.
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
UNITE D KING D O M
sc (single crochet)
dc (double crochet)
htr (half treble crochet)
tr (treble crochet)
dtr (double treble crochet)
ttr (triple treble crochet)
miss
F o r m o r e c o m p l e t e i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t f r e e p a t t e r n s . c om
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Hooks & humor

B y C I N D Y LON G
Crocheters
Bill of rights
This month, as the United States
celebrates patriotism across our
great land, we are reminded of the
many freedoms our Constitution gives us. But one other
freedom Id really like to have is the ability to crochet all
I want without distractions.
Between chores, family, work
and other obligations, its hard to
work in a few rows of stitches every now and then. So, I present to
you the Crocheters Bill of Rights:
The Freedom to Assemble:
The hardest part of making an
afghan comes after Ive made all
the squares. Now Ive got to piece
them all together, and I need the
time to work on it uninterrupted
until I can finally get all those
loose yarn ends hidden!
Right to Bare Arms: There
have been times when I am stitching a sweater and I just cannot get
the sleeves to work. These are the
times that I reserve the right to go
sleeveless. Besides, I look good in a
sweater vest.
Freedom From Unlawful
Search and Seizure: I tried to
sneak some bags of yarn into the
house the other day with the groceries, but my husband got suspicious when I put the veggies in a
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closet. Now he inspects every bag

that comes in the house and he
wants receipts, too.
Cruel and Unusual Punishment: After discovering my deception with the hidden yarn purchases,
my husband took away my credit
card AND my checkbook. I am
now on a yarn diet until next winter.
Double Jeopardy: Last week
when I sat on the sofa to crochet,
I sat right down on a misplaced
C hook. As I jumped up in pain,
I tripped over my craft bag and

ended up on the floor. This should
entitle me to at least a week of recuperative crochet time.
Petition for Redress: This is
handy when the blue single-crochet scarf I made doesnt go with
the orange afghan-stitch sweater.
Ill have to buy more yarn to make
all new go-together pieces.
Once I get this new Constitution passed, Ill crochet a nice
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