Free Patterns : craftivism

Friendship Scarf

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:28:06 GMT

Designers: Marcy Smith, Sharon Zientara, and Sarah Read

Ripple Strip

Finished Size: about 3" by 50".

Yarn: Red Heart Eco-Ways (70% acrylic, 30% recycled polyester; 186 yd [170 m]/4 oz [113 g]): 3533 misty violet, 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Coats & Clark.

Hook Size: I/9 (5.5mm).

Gauge: is not critical for this pattern.

Wattle Strip

Finished Size: about 3" by 50".

Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease worsted (80% acrylic, 20% wool; 197 yd [180 m]/3 oz [85 g]): #151 grey heather, 1 skein.

Hook Size: G/6 (4 mm).

Gauge: is not critical for this pattern.

Shell Strip

Finished Size: about 3" by 50".

Yarn: Bernat Satin (100% acrylic; 200 yd [182 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #04222 fern, 1 skein.

Hook Size: H/8 (5 mm).

Gauge: is not critical for this pattern.

Crochet A Hug

Sharon Zientara — Tue, 17 May 2011 19:33:14 GMT

Crocheted in a wattle stitch pattern, this craftivism shawl project is easy to modify into a scarf or an afghan, making a great handmade gift for anyone. The super bulky yarn works up quickly, and can be done in endless color combinations.

Designer Marcy Smith
Finished Size 19" by 66".
Yarn Caron Simply Soft Chunky (100% acrylic; 160 yd [146.5 m]/5 oz [141.5 g]; ): wine country 0007 (CC1), plum perfect 0005 (CC2), lavender blue 0002 (CC3), 3 skeins each.
Hook Size L/11 (8 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Gauge 9 sts and 8 rows = 4" in wattle st patt.

Bullseye Pet Mat

Toni Rexroat — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:11:36 GMT

This square mat can be made to pretty much any size— for cats, puppies, large dogs— with any yarn or yarns. Donate it to your local shelter if they're taking donations, or to Best Friends, or keep it for your pet.

Designed by Kim Werker
Finished Size About 19.5" (49.5cm) square.
Gauge About 8 stitches and 5 rows in 4" (10cm) in ehdc. Gauge is not very important in this pattern.
Materials

Red Heart Super Saver (364yds/333m per 7oz/190g); one skein each in the following colours: 0319 Cherry Red (A), 0530 Orchid (B), 0774 Light Raspberry (C), 0778 Light Fuchsia (D), 0776 Dark Orchid (E) - or any worsted weight yarns held doubled, or any superbulky yarns held singly.
10mm/size L hook
Removable stitch marker

Single Crochet and Simple Chain Bracelets

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:25:17 GMT

Single Crochet Bracelet

Designed by Hannah Moyles
Finished Size: 8½" wrist circumference.
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Party (99% acrylic, 1% metallic; 153 yd [140 m]/3 oz [85 g]): 1 skein, any color.
Hook: Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Yarn needle.
Gauge: 4 sts and 4 rows = 1¼" in sc.

Simple Chain Bracelets

Designed by Hannah Moyles
Finished Size: 7½" wrist circumference.
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Party (99% acrylic, 1% metallic; 153 yd [140 m]/3 oz [85 g]): 1 skein, any color.
Hook: Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Gauge: 4 ch = 1".

Comfort Slippers

Toni Rexroat — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 22:42:59 GMT

Crocheted in the round for shaped toe and instep, then worked flat to back of heel and seamed. Reverse single crochet around opening and woven flower add feminine accents to an otherwise unisex pattern. Sizing is worked to individual measurements. Super wash yarn makes them great for gifts or charity.

Designer Sarah Read
Finished Size: Based on individual measurements. Sample shown is size women’s small.
Yarn: Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Superwash Worsted (100% wool; 200 yd [183 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #93 ocean sky (blue; A), 2 skeins; #16 sea foam (pale green; B), #52 emerald city (green; C), #13 corn silk (yellow; D), #43 romantic ruby (red; E), 1 skein each.
Hook: Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch markers (m); yarn needle; Clover Hana-Ami Flower Loom (optional)
Gauge: 18 sts and 20 rows = 4" in sc.

Helping Hand Walker Bag

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:58:06 GMT

Worked in modern colors, this bag is sporty as well as sturdy enough to carry essentials from place to place. This craftivism project, worked in worsted yarn, works up quickly.

Designer Sarah Read
Finished Size: 9" by 12".
Yarn: Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Superwash Worsted (100% superwash wool; 200 yd [183 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #SW117 sable (A), #SW36 serendipity turquoise (B), #SW 190 cactus (C), 1 skein each.
Hook: Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Yarn needle; two 1¼" wooden toggle buttons; one 1 5/8" wooden toggle button (Belle Buttons by Dritz used); decorative buttons (optional).
Gauge: 17 sts and 22 rows = 4" in sc (including fsc).

Cat Nap Mat

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:43:05 GMT

This whimsical mat is a perfect place for a cat to curl up and take a nap. Worked in a textured stitch, it has enough visual interest without creating a hazard. Made in easy-care Wool-Ease Chunky, this cat mat works up fast and cleans up easily. Make several for your next craftivism project.

Designer Laura Rintala
Finished Size: 15½" wide and 11½" high.
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Chunky (80% acrylic, 20% wool; 153 yd [140 m]/5 oz [140 g]): #178 Nantucket (MC), 2 skeins; #186 amber (CC) 1 skein.
Hook: Size I/9 (5.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Yarn needle.
Gauge: 12 sts and 11½ rows = 4" in st patt.

Angel Wings

AmyPalmer — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:40:10 GMT

This quick and easy preemie blanket is a perfect craftivism project for the beginner. Worked in double crochet, this 12-inch blanket was created for Afghans for Angels.

Designer Allison Lavelle
Finished Size 12½" by 12½".
Yarn Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic; 315 yd [288 m]/6 oz [170 g]): #9754 persimmon (MC), 1 skein.
TLC Essentials (100% acrylic; 312 yd [285 m]/6 oz [170 g]): #2919 barn red (CC), 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Coats & Clark.
Hook Size H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions
• removable st markers (m);
• yarn needle;
• three ¾" buttons.
Gauge 24 dc = 4¾" across Row 3 of V-st patt; 8 rows = 4" in V-st patt; 19 sts and 12 rows = 4" in ribbing.

Tahoe Hat

AmyPalmer — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:46:30 GMT

A beginner hat perfect for a man or a woman. Using double crochet in a worsted weight yarn, this spiral hat is a quick and easy project.

Designer Marcy Smith
Finished Size 21" circumference, 8" from top to brim.
Yarn Schoppel Wolle Pur (100% merino virgin wool, 164 yd [150 m]/3½ oz [100g]); #714 1507 (multi), 1 hank. Yarn distributed by Skacel.
Hook Size K/10½ (6.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions Stitch marker (m); yarn needle.
Gauge 12 sts and 6 rows = 4" in alternating dc flo, dc blo.

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