Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2022 i Crochet World

Spring is finally in the air. The birds are chirping, the weather is warming up and colors are popping up across the landscape. In this issue, we bring you tons of great projects to bring color into your home. In the Craving Color chapter, you will find four outstanding afghans in a variety of styles and sizes. The afghans are bursting with color and unique stitches, and they are also perfect stash-busting projects. We are sure you will want to dive right into one of them! We also bring you tons of amazingly clever kitchen projects in our Splendid Kitchen chapter. These designs will reinvigorate your kitchen decor as well as provide unique gifts and more stash-busting opportunities. We tried to bring you new and interesting twists on some classics…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENT 11 inches tall MATERIALS • Bernat Blanket super bulky (super chunky) weight polyester yarn (10½ oz/220 yds/300g per ball): 1 ball each #010955 white • Red Heart Super Saver medium (worsted) weight acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/198g per skein): 10 yds each #312 black and #321 gold • Size J/10/6mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Size G/6/4mm crochet hook • Tapestry needle • Polyester fiberfill • Stitch marker GAUGE With larger hook: 7 sc = 2 inches; 10 rows = 2 inches PATTERN NOTES Work all pieces with larger hook unless otherwise stated. Do not join rounds or turn unless otherwise stated. Place stitch marker at beginning of round and move up as each round is completed. Weave in loose ends as work…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 7 inches in diameter x 4¼ inches tall MATERIALS • Super bulky (super chunky) weight recycled textile T-shirt yarn: 45 yds each cream and brown • Size L/11/8mm crochet hook • Stitch marker GAUGE Gauge is not critical for this project. PATTERN NOTES You can purchase T-shirt yarn from the store or make your own with the article on page 12. Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Chain-3 at beginning of row or round counts as first double crochet unless otherwise stated. SPECIAL STITCHES Split single crochet (split sc): Sc in center of “V” of indicated st. Visit StitchGuide.com to see a video tutorial of this addictive stitch. Joining each round (join): Pull up the last lp…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 42 inches wide x 62 inches long MATERIALS • Worsted weight yarn: 14 oz light beige 1 oz each various scrap colors • Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Size G/6/4mm crochet hook • Tapestry needle GAUGE Rnds 1 and 2 = 3 inches; completed hex = 5¾ inches point to point Check gauge to save time. PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join rounds with a slip stitch unless otherwise stated. Rounds 1 and 2 are each worked with a different scrap color. Rounds 3 and 4 are worked with a 3rd scrap color. Round 5 of all hexagon motifs are worked with light beige. Hexagon motifs are joined as work progresses in Round 5. Arrange hexagon motifs…

CONFIDENT BEGINNER FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 45 inches wide x 59 inches long MATERIALS • Red Heart Super Saver medium (worsted) weight acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/198g per skein): 1 skein each #235 lemon, #506 pool, #347 light periwinkle, #320 cornmeal, #776 dark orchid and #259 flamingo 2 skeins #718 shocking pink • Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE 8 dc rows = 4 inches; 11 dc sts = 4 inches PATTERN NOTES Chain-2 at beginning of row does not count as first double crochet unless otherwise stated. Color sequence is a 56-stripe pattern worked twice for afghan. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. COLOR SEQUENCE 6 rows shocking pink, 2 rows flamingo, 3 rows lemon, 1 row pool, 3 rows…

MODERATELY CHALLENGING FINISHED MEASUREMENT 6¼ inches in diameter MATERIALS • Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat lace (lace) weight mercerized cotton yarn (⅞ oz/153 yds/25g per ball): 1 ball #510 sky blue • Size 8/1.50mm steel crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle • Stitch markers: 12 GAUGE Rnds 1-3 = 1½ inches in diameter PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Closing chain-1 at end of a Special Stitch does not count as a chain-1 space or stitch unless otherwise stated. Chain-3 at beginning of round counts as first double crochet unless otherwise stated. Chain-1 at beginning of round counts as first single crochet unless otherwise stated. SPECIAL STITCHES Beginning puff stitch (beg puff st): Ch…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Small: 6 inches in diameter Medium: 8 inches in diameter Large: 10 inches in diameter MATERIALS • Omega Sol Perle fine (sport) weight acrylic yarn (2 oz/164 yds/56g per ball): 1 ball each #1036 pale rose, #1082 aqua and #1018 bone • Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE Rnds 1–3 = 2½ inches in diameter (at widest points) PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Chain-3 at beginning of round counts as first double crochet unless otherwise stated. Do not tighten slip ring until round 3. Block when finished to avoid edges rolling. PROTECTORS LARGE MOTIF Make 3 with pale rose for Small Protector, 4 with bone for…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENT 7¾ inches in diameter MATERIALS • Lily Sugar’n Cream Yarn medium (worsted) weight cotton yarn (2½ oz/120 yds/71g per skein): 1 skein #1116 blue jeans • Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE 8 sc = 2 inches; 3 rows = 2 inches PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Chain-2 at beginning of round does not count as a stitch unless otherwise stated. SPECIAL STITCH Shell: ([2 dc, ch 1] twice, 2 dc) in indicated st or sp. POT HOLDER BACK Rnd 1: Make slip ring (see illustration), ch 2 (see Pattern Notes), 12 dc in ring, join (see Pattern Notes) in first dc, pull loose end of slip ring to…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Utensil Holder: 5¼ inches in diameter x 6 inches tall Dishcloth: 8¾ inches wide x 9 inches long Mug Rug: 7¼ inches wide x 9 inches long MATERIALS • Lizbeth size 3 crochet cotton (120 yds per ball): 1 ball each #664 ocean teal med, #648 pearl blush, #608 coral pink med and #684 leaf green med • Size E/4/3.5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle • 6-inch-diameter x 4-inch-tall plastic foam form: 2 • 4 oz white school glue • Plastic food wrap • 1-inch-wide paintbrush • Flexible cardboard (optional) • 1-inch or wider packaging tape (optional) GAUGE Rnds 1-3 = 1 inch; rows 1-3 = 1¼ inches PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. In rows or rounds…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENT 8½ inches across top edge MATERIALS • Bernat Handicrafter Cotton Stripes medium (worsted) weight cotton yarn (1½ oz/68 yds/ 43g per ball): 2 balls #404010 natural stripes • Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle • Linen or cotton kitchen towel: 4 • Coordinating sewing thread and needle GAUGE 12 sts = 4 inches PATTERN NOTES 2 balls will make all 4 models. Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Chain-5 at beginning of row counts as first double crochet and chain-2 space. Chain-4 at beginning of row counts as first double crochet and chain-1 space. Chain-6, slip stitch in 3rd chain from hook at beginning of row counts as first treble crochet and picot. Chain-3 at beginning of row counts…

Due to the ever-changing nature of the yarn and craft industry, it may be impossible to find the exact yarn and craft products used in the designs shown in this publication. Crochet World magazine makes every effort to provide an accurate and complete Buyer’s Guide when possible and cannot be responsible for the discontinuance of products by companies after production of this publication. Similar products may be found via the Internet or by visiting your local yarn and craft stores. ANNIE’S AnniesYarnShop.com BERNAT Distributed by Yarnspirations www.yarnspirations.com BERROCO INC. www.berroco.com CLOVER NEEDLECRAFT INC. www.clover-mfg.com DAVISON www.davison.com FULL BEAUTY www.fullbeauty.com HANDY HANDS (Lizbeth) www.hhtatting.com INOGEN www.inogen.com KATRINKLES www.katrinkles.com LILY SUGAR’N CREAM Distributed by Yarnspirations www.yarnspirations.com LION BRAND YARN www.lionbrand.com LOVE FEST FIBERS www.lovefestfibers.com OMEGA Distributed by Creative Yarn Source www.creativeyarnsource.com PATONS…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENT 7 inches tall MATERIALS • Premier Yarns Hipster Cotton light (DK) weight cotton yarn (3½ oz/ 229 yds/100g per skein): 1 skein #2010-06 rainbow rollerskates • Premier Yarns Cotton Sprout light (DK) weight cotton yarn (3½ oz/230 yds/100g per ball): 1 ball #1149-29 white • Size 2.5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Scrap black cotton yarn • Fiberfill • ¼-inch buttons: 2 • Tapestry needle • Stitch marker GAUGE 5 sc = 1 inch; 5 rows = 1 inch Take time to check gauge. PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Work in continuous rounds; do not turn or join unless otherwise stated. Place marker in first stitch of round and move…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 8 inches wide x 43 inches long, blocked MATERIALS • Red Heart Croquette super fine (sock) weight cotton/polyester/other yarn (1½ oz/239 yds/45g per cake): 1 cake #9673 river rocks • Size B/1/2.25mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE 12 dc = 2 inches; 7 rows = 2 inches, unblocked PATTERN NOTES Keyhole side is wrong side. The keyhole can be attached at any time; however, this pattern attaches the keyhole in row 35 to ensure a smooth color transition on the wrong side. Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch unless otherwise specified. Chain-3 at beginning of row counts as double crochet unless otherwise stated. Chain-4 at beginning of row counts as treble crochet unless otherwise stated.…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Place Mat: 8¾ inches tall x 14 inches wide Coaster: 3½ inches in diameter MATERIALS • DMC Cebelia size 10 cotton crochet thread (295 yds/50g per ball): 1 ball #224 dusty rose • Size 1 steel crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Starch GAUGE Large motif: 2¾ inches in diameter Small motif: 1⅛ inches in diameter Check gauge to save time. PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join rounds with a slip stitch unless otherwise stated. Beginning chain-3 counts as first double crochet throughout. Beginning chain-2 counts as first half double crochet throughout. Use diagram as a guide for joining motifs. PLACE MAT FIRST LARGE MOTIF Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 6, join (see Pattern Notes) to form a ring, ch 3 (see…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 50 inches wide x 66 inches long MATERIALS • Red Heart Super Saver medium (worsted) weight acrylic yarn (7 oz/364 yds/198g per skein): 4 skeins #313 aran (MC) 1 skein each #3862 jade (A), #528 medium purple (B), #259 flamingo (C), #321 gold (D), #505 aruba sea (E), #700 perfect pink (F), #530 orchid (G), #320 cornmeal (H) and #220 persimmon (I) • Size H/8/5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE 14 sts = 4 inches; 11 rows = 5 inches PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Afghan is crocheted vertically. 8-inch strand at beginning and end will be worked into fringe. SPECIAL STITCHES Bead: Ch 2, yo, insert hook in 2nd ch from hook, yo, draw through,…

Love Fest Fibers Around the world, there are communities of women who make products that not only perpetuate a cultural fiber or handwork tradition, but also create a source of income. From the Appalachian region to India to South Africa and elsewhere, fibers, fabrics, yarn and buttons are often made by hand. A unique company founded in 2015 sells yarn produced by Himalayan women. Love Fest Fibers, based in San Francisco, offers mostly chunky and super chunky yarns from natural and recycled fibers. Britt-Marie Alm is the owner and Chief String Slinger (her official title!) who has had a long love for the people and way of life in Tibet and Nepal. She traveled there as a teenager on a community service project. The native people rely completely on their…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENT 4 inches square MATERIALS • Lizbeth size 10 crochet cotton thread (122 yds per ball): 4 balls #602 natural* 1 ball each #632 purple med, #153 rainbow taffy, #658 ocean turquoise lt*, #629 azalea lt*, #620 azalea med*, #663 bright turquoise dk*, #696 autumn orange med, #649 baby blue, #628 salmon med, #647 purple iris dk, #688 seagreen dk and #615 yellow lt • Size 7/1.65mm steel hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle *Marked colors are used in Part 2. Full materials list is for all parts. GAUGE Square 3: Rnds 1–4 = 1¼ inches Square 4: Rnds 1–4 = 1¼ inches Take time to check gauge PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Mat: 13½ inches tall x 19 inches wide without fringe; 2-inch fringe on each side Bee body: 3½ inches long x 1¼ inches wide at widest point Bee wing: 1½ inches long x 1¼ inches wide MATERIALS • Omega Sinfonia light (DK) weight mercerized cotton yarn (3½ oz/218 yds/100g per skein): 2 skeins #869 gold 1 skein each #802 cream and #803 black • Size E/4/3.5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle • Black sewing thread • Sewing needle GAUGE 4½ rows = 2 inches, 9 dc = 2 inches Take time to check gauge. PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. All rows end with last double crochet in top of turning chain. Chain-3 at beginning of row counts…

EASY SIZE Fits 8-oz microwavable glass dish FINISHED MEASUREMENT 4¼ inches in diameter MATERIALS • Premier Home medium (worsted) weight cotton/polyester yarn (2 oz/96 yds/55g per ball): 1 ball #44-61 spring stripe • Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • 8-oz round glass food container with cover • Tapestry needle GAUGE Rnds 1-5 = 3 inches in diameter PATTERN NOTES Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Do not turn rounds unless otherwise indicated. BOWL COZY Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 6, join (see Pattern Notes) in first ch to form a ring, ch 1, 10 sc in ring, join in beg sc, do not turn rnds (see Pattern Notes). (10 sc) Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around, join in beg…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 10½ inches in diameter x 2¾ inches tall MATERIALS • Super bulky (super chunky) weight recycled textile T-shirt yarn: 99 yds each brown and cream • Size L/11/8mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch marker • Tapestry needle GAUGE 8 sts = 4 inches; 8 rows = 4 inches Gauge is not critical for this project. PATTERN NOTES You can purchase T-shirt yarn from the store or make your own with the article on page 12. Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Mark first stitch of round; move marker up with each round. Don’t pull the yarn tightly. This pattern uses a special increase method that produces a real circle, not a polygon. To create a firm edge for the base, insert…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 11 inches wide x 22 inches long, including rings MATERIALS • Plymouth Yarn Nako Denim medium (worsted) weight cotton/acrylic yarn (3½ oz/218 yds/100g per ball): 1 ball #1572 off white • Size F/5/3.75mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • 2-inch wood rings: 2 • Tapestry needle GAUGE 7 love knots = 4 inches, 11 rows = 6 inches PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Chain-5 at beginning of row counts as first double treble crochet. When instructed to work in center of double love knot, insert hook in single crochet, not in open loops, between knots. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. SPECIAL STITCHES Double love knot (dLK): [Pull lp up to ½ inch, ch 1, insert hook…

BEGINNER Projects for first-time crocheters using basic stitches, with little or no shaping. CONFIDENT BEGINNER Projects for new crocheters who are comfortable with the beginner basic stitches and are ready to com bine them into short pattern sequences. Skills include simple increasing, decreasing and minimal color changes. EASY Projects using basic stitches, repetitive stitch patterns, simple color changes and easy shaping and finishing. Simple in-the-round projects, such as coasters, hot mats, flowers, hats, neck warmers and cowls fall within this skill category, as well as the ability to read simple stitch charts and keys. INTERMEDIATE Projects that incorporate a wide variety of stitch techniques beyond the basics, such as shells, fans, popcorns, clusters, post stitches, basic cables, lace, simple intarsia, shaping and finishing. The crocheter has the ability to read…

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CONFIDENT BEGINNER FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Nubby Rug: 6¼ inches wide x 7½ inches long, excluding Fringe Sunrise Rug: 6¼ inches wide x 7½ inches long Ripple Sampler Rug: 7 inches wide x 7¾ inches long MATERIALS • Premier Yarns Chameleon light (DK) weight cotton yarn (3½ oz/229 yds/100g per ball): 1 ball #2014-06 white to purple • Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE Nubby Rug: 8 sts = 2 inches; 4 rows = 1¼ inches Sunrise Rug: [Sc, 3 dc] twice and sc = 2 inches; 6 rows = 2 inches Ripple Sampler Rug: Peak to peak = 1¾ inches; 6 rows = 2 inches PATTERN NOTES One ball is sufficient to make all 3 Mug Rugs. Chain-2 at beginning of row counts…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 44 inches wide x 45½ inches long MATERIALS • Plymouth Yarn Encore medium (worsted) weight acrylic/wool yarn (3½ oz/200 yds/100g per skein): 1 skein each #1384 bright purple, #1308 beach berry, #1386 Christmas red, #0449 pink, #1383 bright orange, #0597 pale peach, #1382 bright yellow, #0215 yellow, #0054 Christmas green, #0801 lt colonial green, #0133 royal and #0471 blue hydrangea • Size K/10½/6.5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle • Stitch marker GAUGE 6 cross sts = 5% inches Exact gauge is not important for this project. PATTERN NOTES For a truly random scrap-yarn lapghan, use any desired darker or brighter colors on one side and any lighter colors on the other. Yardage needed for the longest colors, the first 3 and…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 6 inches tall x 4 inches wide across base MATERIALS • Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet size 10 crochet cotton (350 yds per ball): 1 ball each #0480 delft, #0661 frosty green, #0420 cream, #0495 wood violet, #0484 myrtle green and #0431 pumpkin 12 inches each #0493 French rose and #0487 dark royal • Size 5/1.9mm steel crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch markers • Large-eye needle • Small amount of fiberfill • Plastic wrap • Stainless steel pins • Small wire brush • Heavy fabric stiffener • Fabric glue • Hot-glue gun with glue sticks • 315/16-inch foam bell or household item (for shaping) • Blush and cotton swab (optional) • Small paper clip • Bell for hanging inside the body (can be…

EASY FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 4 inches wide x 62 inches long MATERIALS • Berroco Summer Sesame medium (worsted) weight cotton/acrylic/ nylon yarn (3½ oz/295 yds/100g per ball): 1 ball #5235 marigold • Medium (worsted) weight cotton yarn: 20 yds white 4 yds each black, peach and light blue • Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch marker • Tapestry needle • Kitchen towel: approximately 16 inches wide x 25 inches long • Sewing needle • Sewing thread to match towel GAUGE 23 sc = 4 inches; 5 rows = 1 inch Take time to check gauge. PATTERN NOTES Designer used Berroco Pima 100 yarn in #8400 yarrow, #8420 sea holly, #8434 black eyed Susan and #8429 zinnea for the cat’s features. Weave in loose ends as…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Trivet: 9 inches in diameter Coaster: 3½ inches in diameter MATERIALS • Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton medium (worsted) weight mercerized cotton yarn (3½ oz/186 yds/100g per ball): 1 ball #157 lemon • Size E/4/3.5mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE Rnds 1 & 2 = 1½ inches in diameter PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated. Chain-2 at beginning of round does not count as a stitch. Work first stitch of each round in the join from the previous round. 1 ball of specified yarn will be enough for both pieces of trivet and 2 coasters. SPECIAL STITCHES Bead stitch (bead st): Dc in next st, yo, insert hook around…

INTERMEDIATE FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 13 inches wide x 42 inches long MATERIALS • Omega OmegaCrys super fine (sock) weight acrylic/polyester yarn (1½ oz/282 yds/40g per skein): 4 skeins #274 tropical • Size B/1/2.25mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge • Tapestry needle GAUGE 14 dc = 2 inches; 6 dc rows = 2 inches PATTERN NOTES Weave in loose ends as work progresses. Chain-4 at beginning of row counts as first double crochet, chain-1 unless otherwise stated. SPECIAL STITCHES Beginning star stitch (beg star st): Ch 3, insert hook in 2nd ch from hook, yo, pull up a lp, insert hook in next ch, yo, pull up a lp (3 lps on hook), insert hook in first st, yo, pull up a lp, [insert hook in next st, yo,…

Need help? ► StitchGuide.com • illustrated guides • how-to videos STITCH ABBREVIATIONS 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 stitches together, as indicated 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…