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Stitch Terminology

For the purpose of these patterns, I have used US crochet terminology throughout. The stitches used in each beanie are listed at the start of each pattern. All of the stitches used are listed here: ch – chain sc – single crochet hdc- half double crochet dc – double crochet tr – treble crochet “FP”Continue reading “Stitch Terminology”

Beanie Sizes

Three yarn sizes are used to make the beanies in this anthology: Using, size 4 worsted weight yarn (Soft and Shiny line), the final sizes of the beanies are: X-small – 8” long and 17” flat circumference Small – 8” long and 18” flat circumference Medium – 8.5” long and 19” flat circumference Large –Continue reading “Beanie Sizes”

Gracefully Made Crochet

The story behind it all…. This is my friend Gracie. She was the first person I ever crocheted a beanie for. Here she is, wearing that beanie, on our trip to South Korea years ago. Gracie and I bonded over many shared interests – baking, crocheting, crafts. We used to dream that one day, I’dContinue reading “Gracefully Made Crochet”

Smooth and Shiny Basic Beanie

This beanie is made with double crochet stitches, lined with a row of single crochet stitches at the end. Stitches used: ch- chain sc – single crochet dc – double crochet sl st – slip stitch st – stitch Hat Sizes: X-small – 8” long and 17” flat circumference Small – 8” long and 18”Continue reading “Smooth and Shiny Basic Beanie”