I sure do love a quick crochet pattern. When I was thinking about ornament designs, one of my top priorities was to make a classic ornament—but also something that was simple and could be made last minute (for those of us who like to procrastinate!

Crochet Christmas Bauble Ornaments

These cute little ball ornaments are what emerged when I thought classic and simple! They are made almost entirely from half double crochet, with a quick round of single crochet in the center to make a stripe.

On a different note, I find it interesting that these can be called both “ball” and “bauble” ornaments. Which name do you usually use? I would love to hear!

Materials to Crochet Easy Ball Ornaments

You will just need small amounts of worsted weight yarn to make these ornaments! That’s the wonderful thing about this pattern and all my other crochet ornaments – you can try to use up scraps you have in your stash!

When you choose colors, you can definitely go a variety of different routes. For example, the first time I made these ornaments I used all Christmas colors: green, red, and white.

However, the second time around I decided to use more jewel-toned colors, like wine, gold, and teal.

If you scroll down to the tutorial section of the pattern, you’ll see what I mean!

More Crochet Christmas Ornaments

Speaking of more ornaments, here are a few other patterns I’ve designed! You definitely want to check these out if you need some quick crochet gifts for family and friends this year.

1/ Snowflake Ornament 2/ Wreath Ornament 3/ Red Truck Ornament 4/ Christmas Tree Ornament

How do you crochet a Christmas Ball?

To crochet our Christmas baubles/balls, we will start at the bottom and work in these steps:

1. Make a small round of 10 half double crochet
2. Increase in each stitch for round 2 so we have 20 half double crochet
3. Work a regular round so the work starts curving up into a ball
4. Fasten off and join in color #2 to make a quick stripe
5. Join the main color back in, work an even round, and then some decrease rounds to form it into a finished ball

Of course, if that sounds confusing now, don’t worry! I will have more detailed instructions farther down in the post, along with some photos to help you out.

What is the average size of a Christmas ball ornament?

Regular Christmas ball ornaments come in a wide range of different sizes! I’m sure you’ve seen very large ones and very small ones. From what I can tell, the average size ranges from 3 to 4 inches.

This crochet ball ornament in particular can change in size depending on the yarn and hook you use! The ones pictured below measured around 3″ tall. However, I’ve also gone down a few hook sizes to experiment, and I’ve found that I like the way they look smaller too.

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Christmas Ball Ornament Crochet Pattern

All right, lets get onto the pattern now!

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Materials:

• Red Heart Super Saver Yarn (96% acrylic, 4% other, 364 yds/333 m, 7 oz/198 g) less than 1 ball in your preferred Christmas colors
• Or any other leftover worsted weight yarn you have in your stash. I also tried Yarn Bee Soft Secret when making the tutorial, and loved the way they turned out.
• G/4mm Crochet Hook
• Yarn needle
• Polyfill Stuffing

Notes:

Chain 2 at the beginning of each round NEVER counts as a stitch! This ch 2 is there simply to eliminate a hole in the joining area.

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

Chain – ch

Slip Stitch – sl st

Single crochet – sc

Half Double Crochet – hdc

Repeat – rep

Round(s) – rnd(s)

Skip – sk

Stitch(es) – st(s)

MC: Main Color

CC: Contrasting Color

Special Stitch:

Half Double Crochet 2 Together (hdc2tog):
YO, insert hook in indicated st, YO, pull up loop. Insert hook in next st, YO, pull up loop. YO, pull through last 4 loops on hook.

Crochet Christmas Ball Written Instructions & Tutorial:

Rnd 1: With MC, Ch 3 (does NOT count as st, here and throughout), 10 hdc in 3rd chain from hook. Join with sl st in first hdc. (10 hdc)

Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in ea st around. Join with a sl st to first hdc. (20 hdc)

Rnd 3: Ch 2, hdc in ea st around. Join with a sl st to first hdc. Fasten off MC. 

At this point your work should be curving upward into a ball:

Rnd 4: Join CC with a sc in any st (no need to make a sl st first. Just make a slip knot and make a sc into any st. This is also known as a standing sc). 

Sc in ea hdc around. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off CC. (20 sc) 

Rnd 5: Join MC with a sl st in any st. Ch 2, hdc in ea sc around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (20 hdc)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, hdc2tog around. Join with a sl st to first hdc2tog. (10 hdc)

At this point, begin to stuff your ornament! Don’t overstuff, but add enough so that it looks like a nice ball. I like to stick all my loose ends inside at this point too to avoid lots of weaving in later.

Rnd 7: Ch 2, hdc2tog around. Join with a sl st to first hdc2tog. (5 hdc) Note: if desired, add a little more stuffing about halfway through this round.

Fasten Off, leaving a tail for sewing. 

Finishing:

• Weave end through last 5 sts and sew opening closed. 
• Weave in any remaining ends
• Attach a hanger—I simply used a piece of yarn knotted at the surface of the ornament.

I hope you have enjoyed this pattern. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I would love to help!

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— Rachel

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10-Minute Crochet Stars

These Christmas crochet stars work up in only 10 minutes or so! I love quick patterns. After making these, you’re sure to feel ahead in your Christmas gift preparations.  

How do you crochet a star ornament?

Stars are not difficult to crochet at all! If you’re wondering how to crochet a star for beginners, you are in the right place. To make this pattern, you will start in the center with a small circle and work your way outward until you are making the points. Don’t worry, I will show you exactly how to do this!

In fact, let’s get straight to the pattern.

Easy Crochet Christmas Star Ornament Pattern

By Rachel Counts

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Video Tutorial:

Simple Crochet Stars Materials

• Sport Weight Yarn and Worsted Weight YarnSample Yarn: for gold stars: Lion Brand Vanna’s Glamour
• For silver stars: Caron Simply Soft Party
• Various crochet hooks: I used H and G hooks with worsted yarn, and an F hook with sport weight yarn (follow individual star instructions for more hook information)
• Yarn needle

As you can see, you will just need some yarn and crochet hooks to get started making these stars. Nothing fancy!

Personally, used two different yarn weights—worsted and sport weight. For the worsted, I used Caron Simply Soft Party. I love this sparkly silver yarn! I used a G hook to go along with it.

The second yarn I used was Lion Brand Vanna’s Glamour. This is a sparkly sport weight yarn that I absolutely LOVE! It is so much fun to work with—and it definitely IS glamorous! I have tried both and E and F hook with sport weight yarn.

However, the truth is, you can use any yarn and hook combo to make these stars. Feel free to experiment with whatever you have in your stash!

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Star Pattern Notes:

This design includes two base star patterns: a large star and a small star!

However, as you can see in the photo above, I actually made a lot of different sizes simply by adjusting hook and yarn size. I would encourage you to experiment with it as well!

I love these stars because they are so adjustable to however you want to make them. You can easily vary the size simply by using a different weight yarn, or a different hook. 

Abbreviations/Stitches Used: 

Chain – ch

Slip Stitch – sl st

Single crochet – sc

Half Double Crochet – hdc

Double crochet – dc

Triple Crochet – tr

Repeat – rep

Round(s) – rnd(s)

Skip – sk

Stitch(es) – st(s)

Large Star Written Instructions:

Notes: In the photos shown, I made 3 versions of the large star:

1. Worsted weight yarn with H/8 crochet hook (this is the largest silver star pictured)
2. Worsted weight yarn with G/4.25mm hook (this is the smaller silver star)
3. Sport weight yarn with F/3.75mm hook (this is the largest gold star pictured)

Feel free to experiment to see what size you like!

Rnd 1: Ch 3 (does NOT count as st) 10 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. Join with a sl st to first hdc (NOT chain).

Rnd 2: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st, here and throughout) *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st. Ch 1, rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc.

Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same st as sl st. Hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, ch 2. *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, ch 2. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc.

Rnd 4: Ch 1, hdc in same st as sl st. Sc in next 3 sts, hdc in next st. (dc, tr, ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, ch 1, tr, dc) in next ch-2 space. *Hdc in next st. Sc in next 3 sts, hdc in next st. (dc, tr, ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, ch 1, tr, dc) in next ch-2 space. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Large Star Photo Tutorial

To begin making your star chain 3 and make 10 half double crochets in the 3rd chain from your hook. These stitches will form into a round like so:

For round two, you will be working sections of 2 half double crochets in the same stitch, 1 half double crochet, and then a chain 1.

For round 3, we are simply expanding on the last round a little bit more before making the points in the next round. The pattern here is 2 half double crochet in the same stitch, 1 half double crochet, 2 half double crochet in the same stitch, and then a chain 2. The chain 2 should be above where the chain 1 was on the last round!

Of course, round 4 is the fun part! Here we start making the 5 points so that it actually looks like a star.

What your star should look like after making 1 point:

Each of your 5 points should be worked in the chain 2 space from the round before. When you get to the end, simply join with a slip stitch and fasten off!

More Christmas Crochet Ideas

• 15+ Christmas Tree Inspired Patterns
• Over 30 Christmas Crochet Gift Ideas
• Crochet Red Truck Ornament

Small Star Written Instructions

Notes: in the photos shown, I made one version of the small star: Sport weight yarn with F/3.75mm hook (this is the smallest gold star pictured).

Rnd 1: Ch 3 (does NOT count as st) 10 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. Join with a sl st to first hdc (NOT chain).

Rnd 2: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st. Ch 2, rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc.

Rnd 3: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) sc in same st as sl st and in next 2 sc. *(Hdc, dc, ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, ch 1, dc, hdc) in next ch-2 space. Sc in next 3 sts. Rep from * around,except on last repeat, omit the last 3 sc. Sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Small Star Photo Tutorial

The small star starts out exactly the same as the large star – with 10 hdc in a round. However, after that it starts to change a bit (though the same concept is the same!)

This is what round 2 should look like. Note that it is the same as the large star except we are working chain 2 spaces here instead of chain 1 spaces.

For the small star, we will then immediately jump into making our 5 points on round 3! The concept of the points is the same as for the large star, but the way it plays out is slightly different. You will still make your points in each chain 2 space around. However, the stitches used won’t be as tall (hdc and dc rather than dc and tr for the large star).

This is what the star will look like after finishing 2 points:

Finishing:

If desired, attach a hanger to make these stars Christmas ornaments! Block the ornaments using steam blocking to prevent curling.

More Crochet Ornament Patterns

Looking for more crochet ornaments? I have so many others here on the blog! Here are 4 favorites that are sure to help you get ahead on gifts:

1/ Snowflake Ornament 2/ Wreath Ornament 3/ Ball Ornament 4/ Tree Ornament

Using Your Crochet Stars

So now you’ve made your crochet stars…but how can you put them to use? Here are my best ideas:

1. Star Ornaments

This is one of the most common ways, and the way I chose to use my stars! All you need to do to make these into ornaments is attach a little hanger at the top. They sparkle wonderfully on the tree!

2. Crochet Star Appliques & Motifs

If ornaments aren’t your things, this pattern will certainly work if you need a star applique or star motif as well. These stars lay perfectly flat, so you can easily sew them onto other things if you’d like.

3. Crochet Star Coaster

Another great use for these flat stars would be a coaster! I would recommend using the large star pattern because this will make a perfect sized coaster. Another great decor idea, don’t you think?!

3. Crochet Star Garland

Last but certainly not least, you could also string together a bunch of these stars to make a garland! Wouldn’t that be just lovely?! You could choose to use all stars of the same size and color, or you could mix it up with different sizes and colors to get a varied effect. Just use a long string or crocheted chain to attach them together.

Crocheting a 5 Pointed Star

One other thing you might wonder is, how do you get 5 points on your star? Since this pattern is for a 5-pointed crochet star, I thought I would explain a bit more about how to accomplish this.

To crochet a 5-point star, you just have to make sure you start your first row with a multiple of 5! For example, these stars begin with 10 hdc. From there, it continues to have a multiple of 5 as it increases outward. This makes it very easy to set up those 5 points!

Conclusion

Crochet Christmas stars are a great way to spruce up your home decorations, don’t you think? They are simple to crochet, yet they make such a statement! Use them as ornaments, coasters, appliques, or string them together for a garland. I truly hope you loved this crochet pattern as much as I loved designing it!

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When you hear “Flying V-Stitch” what does it make you think of? I hope it brings to mind the only v’s that fly—birds! That’s right, this stitch was inspired by the beautiful v formation that migrating birds fly in!

We will use regular v-stitches, along with some front post stitches to create the neat V effect you see in this stitch.

If you want an easily printable version of this pattern, there is another option, and it comes with more stitch patterns! The PDF version of this stitch pattern includes all the others in September—it can be found HERE. This PDF is inexpensive and ad-free.

Also, in case you haven’t heard…this stitch is apart of the Desert Blossom Stitch Along, which is running throughout all of 2019! We are more than halfway through the year, but you can still jump in now if you’d like to! Be sure to view the master list of stitches released so far HERE, or join the community in my Facebook Group HERE.

I absolutely LOVE it when you guys make the stitches and share pictures! Please, please, please, share if you’ve made one of them! You can post in the Facebook group, or tag me on Instagram.

How to Crochet the Flying V-Stitch

All right, let’s jump right in!

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Notes

• Stitch pattern is a multiple of 6+3
• Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as a dc

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

1. Red heart super saver yarn (worsted weight)
2. H/8 (5mm) crochet hook

Instructions

NOTE: For a picture tutorial going along with these written instructions, be sure to view the video above! It will show you pictures to help with any tricky steps. You can pause it at any time if you need to focus in on a given step!

Fsc a multiple of 6+3 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 6+4, and then one row of single crochet). 

Row 1: Ch 3, dc in ea fsc across. Turn. 

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. *Sk 2 dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Rep from * until 4 sts left. Sk 2 dc, dc in last 2 dc. Turn. 

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Fpdc over next dc. Ch 4, sk ch-2 sp, fpdc over next dc. *Sk next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp. Sk next dc, fpdc over next dc. Ch 4, sk ch-2 sp, fpdc over next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn. 

Row 4: Ch 3, dc in next 2 dc. *3 dc in next ch-4 sp, dc in next 3 dc. Rep from * across. Turn. 

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in ea st across. 

Rep rows 2-5 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

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This stitch uses post stitches and v-stitches to create a neat trellis effect! When I asked for name suggestions on Instagram, some of you said it also looked like a garden gate.

Which I actually loved! But “Garden gate stitch” just didn’t sound right. So Trellis Stitch is second best!

If you haven’t joined my Stitch Along yet, it’s not too late! I’m releasing 4 stitch patterns per month, and you can jump in at any time! Be sure to join the Stitch Along community in my Facebook group HERE. Or follow me on Instagram to see new stitches there.

You can also view the master list of stitches that have been released so far by clicking HERE! There are definitely some more cool ones you will want to check out.

One of the goals of the #desertblossomstitchalong has been to empower you guys to expand your crochet knowledge and take the step out into designing.

It has been AWESOME to see some of you designing patterns with these stitches!

Last thing before we get started on this stitch: I created a bundle of 4 stitch patterns on Etsy which can be found here. Included is the Trellis Stitch, plus 3 OTHER stitch patterns (all of the ones from July, see picture below!) The stitches are written out for easy printing. Find this bundle HERE!

How to Crochet the Trellis Stitch

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Notes

• Stitch Pattern is a multiple of 8+7
• Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
• I/9 Crochet Hook

1/ Royalty Scarf2/ Liberty Bell3/ Helena Shawl

Instructions

Note: View the video above for pictures to go along with each row!

Fsc a multiple of 8+7 (to start with a chain stitch, you’ll need a multiple of 8, and then one row of single crochet).

Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc, here and throughout) dc in next fsc. Sk 1 fsc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next fsc. *Sk next fsc, dc in next 5 fsc. Sk next fsc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next fsc. Rep from * until 3 fsc left. Sk next fsc, dc in last 2 fsc. Turn.

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. *Fpdc over next dc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Sk next dc, fpdc over next dc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. *Sk next dc, bpdc over next fpdc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. Bpdc over next fpdc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Rep from * until 3 dc left. Sk next dc, dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 4: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. *Fpdc over next bpdc. Sk next dc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next dc. Sk next dc, fpdc over next bpdc. Dc in next dc, dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 5: Rep row 3.

Rep rows 4-5 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

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Another color-work stitch! Color work can be both exciting but also scary. I promise, this stitch makes it very simple. It uses the same technique as the Americana Stitch, which was the first stitch released in July!

The Extended single crochet stitch is made up entirely of single crochet (in case you couldn’t tell by the name ) but it uses a special kind of single crochet—an extended version.

Follow the tutorial in the pattern to see how to work this stitch!

If you haven’t joined my Stitch Along yet, it’s not too late! I’m releasing 4 stitch patterns per month, but you can jump in at any time! Be sure to join the Stitch Along community in my Facebook group HERE. Or follow me on Instagram to see new stitches there.

You can also view the master list of stitches that have been released so far by clicking HERE! There are definitely some more cool ones you will want to check out.

Last thing before we get started on this stitch: I created a bundle of 4 stitch patterns on Etsy which can be found here. Included is the Extended Single Crochet Stitch, plus 3 OTHER stitch patterns (all of the ones that will be released in July!) The stitches are written out for easy printing. Find this bundle HERE!

How to Crochet the Extended Single Crochet Stitch

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• To get the PDF version of this pattern (+3 bonus stitch patterns!) click HERE
• To pre-order the ENTIRE library of stitches in the Stitch Along, click HERE

Notes

• Stitch pattern is a multiple of 3+2
• Ch 1 at beginning of rows does NOT count as st
• This stitch changes color each row. See tutorial for how to transition
• Be sure to carry unused colors throughout rows. This way you will not have a ton of ends to weave in at the end!

Materials

You can potentially use ANY yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here’s what I used:

• Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
• H/8 Crochet Hook

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

1/ Royalty Scarf 2/ Liberty Bell 3/ Helena Shawl

Special Stitch:

Extended Single Crochet: YO, insert hook in next st from the PREVIOUS ROW. Draw up a loop to same height as regular sc. YO, pull through two loops.

Tutorial Below:

Instructions

Fsc a multiple of 3+2 (to start with a chain stitch, you will need a multiple of 3, and then a row of single crochet).

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in ea st until one fsc left. Begin last sc, but YO with new color to change colors seamlessly. Pictures below:

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first sc. Sc in next sc. Extended sc in next st. *Sc in next 2 sc, extended sc in next st. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Sc in last 2 sc, changing colors on last sc. Turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in first sc and ea sc across. Change colors on last sc. Turn.

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first sc. *Extended sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts. Rep from * until 1 st left. Sc in last st, changing colors as usual. Turn.

Row 5: Rep row 3.

Row 6: Ch 1, Sc in first sc. *Sc in next 2 sts, extended sc in next st. Rep from * until 1 sc left. Sc in last st, changing colors as usual. Turn.

Row 7: Rep row 3.

Rep rows 2-7 for stitch pattern!

I hope you have enjoyed learning this fun stitch pattern.

If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

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The Statue of Liberty was…amazing! We went up to the crown, walking the stairs all the way. The spiral staircase was really fun. My legs are definitely tired…but it was so worth it!

I love traveling to see different national parks and monuments all over the country. While we are staying near D.C. and New York on this trip, I would love to visit other parks like ones near Chicago.

As you can see, this pattern is a wall hanging made from Corner to Corner Crochet. I can’t wait to put it on my wall as a memento when we get home!

The Yarn

Real quick, before we get to the pattern…lets talk about the yarn!I used Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice for my sign. I absolutely love this yarn. It’s worsted weight, but softer than a lot of other standard worsted weight yarns out there. Get some for yourself HERE.

Now to the pattern!

I Love New York Sign

By Desert Blossom Crafts

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• The PDF version of this pattern on Etsy will become available when I get home from the East Coast!

Materials:

• Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice Yarn (or any worsted weight yarn)
• H/8 Crochet Hook
• Yarn needle
• Shadow Box Frame

Notes:

1. This pattern is made with the C2C (corner to corner) crochet method. If you are unfamiliar with this method, here are some helpful tutorials:

How to Crochet Corner to Corner

How to change colors in C2C

2. Start in the bottom right corner of the color chart, where there are two number 1’s. Then work diagonally as you normally would in C2C, changing colors as indicated.Here’s the color chart; enjoy!

After you’ve finished all the crocheting, you can leave it as is, or frame it as I did. I used an 8″ by 8″ shadow box frame. All I had to do was stick it inside!

I hope you enjoyed this pattern; I had so much fun designing it! To view more of my free patterns, click here. And if you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me. 

Want to follow along as I continue my trip across the East Coast? My next stop will be Philadelphia…then Washington D.C.! Don’t miss next patterns in my travel series! Click HERE to view all the patterns published in this series.

Happy crocheting!

— Rachel

© 2018 All rights reserved. You may print this pattern for private use only. You may not reproduce or distribute this pattern in any way for any public or commercial use. Your finished items are yours to do with as you wish.

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The Classic Shell Stitch is truly a classic. If you’ve ever seen something crocheted before, you’ve likely seen a variation of this stitch.

Have you heard about my Stitch Along? I am running a series all throughout 2019 where I publish four stitch patterns per month—one per week. If you haven’t joined yet, it’s not too late! The great thing about this is that you can jump in at any time. Be sure to join the Stitch Along community in my Facebook group HERE.

You can also view the master list of stitches that have been released so far by clicking HERE! There are definitely some more cool ones you will want to check out. Last week’s stitch was the Box Stitch.

Last thing before we get started on this stitch: If you want to get ahead on the stitches for May, I created a bundle of 4 Spring stitch patterns on Etsy which can be found here. Included is the Classic Shell Stitch, plus 3 OTHER lace stitch patterns (all of the ones coming in May!) The stitches are written out for easy printing. Find this bundle HERE!

How to Crochet the Classic Shell Stitch

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Notes

• Stitch pattern is a multiple of 6+1
• Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc

Materials

You can potentially use any yarn and hook for this stitch. However, here is what I used:

• Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
• H/8 Crochet Hook

1/ Wintergreen Cowl 2/ Lattice Stitch 3/ Angelica Cardigan

Instructions:

Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc, here and throughout) dc in next fsc. Sk 1 fsc, 5 dc in next fsc. *Sk 2 fsc, sc in next fsc. Sk 2 fsc, 5 dc in next fsc. Rep from * until 3 fsc left. Sk next fsc, dc in last 2 fsc. Turn.

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Sk 2 dc, sc in next dc. *Sk 2 dc, 5 dc in next sc. Sk 2 dc, sc in next dc. Rep from * until 4 sts left. Sk 2 dc, dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 2 tutorial:

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Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. 5 dc in next sc. *Sk 2 dc, sc in next dc. Sk 2 dc, 5 dc in next sc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Rep rows 2-3 for stitch pattern!

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I hope you have enjoyed this stitch pattern. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I would love to help!

Happy Crocheting!

—Rachel

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When I designed this piece, I wanted to feature some the stitches in the Desert Blossom Stitch Along. After all, what’s the use of knowing stitches if you don’t put them to good use?

I combined two stitches in the finished result! The wall hanging alternates between sections of the Flurry Stitch and sections of the Foliage Stitch.

Overall, I am quite pleased with the result!

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Crochet Boho Wall Hanging Free Pattern

BY DESERT BLOSSOM CRAFTS

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Materials:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn: I used Premier Rodeo in the colors Dark Indigo and Natural
• H/8 Crochet Hook
• Yarn needle
• Sturdy stick about 2” bigger than your finished wall hanging

Finished Measurements:

Approximately 8.5” wide by 12” long (not including handle or fringe) With handle and fringe, wall hanging measures approximately 24” long.  

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

Chain – ch

Slip Stitch – sl st

Single crochet – sc

Half Double Crochet – hdc

Double crochet – dc

Half Triple Crochet – htr

Repeat – rep

Skip – sk

Stitch(es) – st(s)

Each – ea

RS: Right Side

Special Stitch:

Bobble:
YO, insert hook in indicated st, YO, pull up loop. Insert hook in same st, YO, pull up loop. YO, pull through last 4 loops on hook.

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Notes:

1. Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc
2. Ch 1 at beginning of rows does NOT count as sc

Boho Crochet Wall Hanging Instructions:

With A, ch 36.

Row 1 (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across. Turn. (35 sc)

Row 2-3: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) sc in ea sc across. Turn. (35 sc) After row 3, fasten of A.

Row 4: Join B with a sc in first sc. Sc in next sc. *Bobble in next st, sc in next st. Sk next sc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next st. Sk next st, sc in next st. Rep from * until 3 sts left. Bobble in next st, sc in last 2 sts. Turn.

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in next 5 sts. *Sc in next ch-2 space. Sc in next 5 sts. Rep from * across. Turn.

Row 6: Ch 1, sc in first st. *Sk next st, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next st. Sk next st, sc in next st. Bobble in next st, sc in next st. Rep from * until 4 sts left. Sk next st, (dc, ch 2 dc) in next st. Sk next st, sc in last st. Turn.

Row 7:  Ch 1, sc in first 2 sts. Sc in next ch-2 sp. *Sc in next 5 sts, sc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Sc in last 2 sts. Turn.

Rows 8-11: Rep rows 4-7. At the end of row 11, fasten off B and DO NOT TURN.

Row 12: With RS of work facing, Join A with a sc in first sc. Sc in ea st across. Turn. (35 sc)

Row 13-14: Ch 1, sc in ea sc across. Turn. (35 sc)

Row 15: Ch 3 (counts as dc, here and throughout) dc in next 2 sts. Ch 2, sk 2 sts, 2 dc in next st. Rep from * 8 times more. Ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc in last 3 sts. Turn.

Row 16: Ch 3, dc in next 2 dc. Sk ch-2 sp, *2 dc in next dc. 2 dc in next dc. Sk next ch-2 sp. Rep from * 8 times. Dc in last 3 dc. Turn.

Row 17: Ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2. *Dc4tog over next 4 dc, ch 2. Rep from * 8 times. Dc in last 3 dc. Turn.

Row 18:  Ch 3, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2. *Sk next ch-2 sp, 2 dc in dc4tog, ch 2. Rep from * 8 times. Dc in last 3 dc. Turn.

Row 19-20: Rep rows 16-17.

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Row 21: Ch 1, sc in first 3 sts. *2 sc in next ch-2 sp, sc in dc4tog. Rep from * 8 times. 2 sc in last ch 2 sp. Sc in last 3 sts. Turn. (35 sc)

Row 22-23: Ch 1, sc in ea sc across. Turn. (35 sc) At the end of row 23, fasten off A, and DO NOT TURN.

Row 24: With WRONG side of work facing, join B with a sc in first st. Sc in next sc. *Bobble in next st, sc in next st. Sk next sc, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next st. Sk next st, sc in next st. Rep from * until 3 sts left. Bobble in next st, sc in last 2 sts. Turn.

Row 25-31: Rep rows 5-11. At the end of row 31, fasten off B and DO NOT TURN.

Row 32: With RS of work facing, Join A with a sc in first st. Sc in ea st across. Turn. (35 sc)

Row 33-34: Ch 1, sc in first sc and ea sc across. Turn.

Row 35: Ch 1, sc in first sc. *Ch 2, sk 1 st, sc in next st. Rep from * across row. Turn. (17 ch-2 spaces)

Row 36: Ch 1, sc in first ch-2 sp. *Ch 4, sk next ch-2 sp, sc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * 6 times more. Ch 4, sk next 2 ch-2 spaces. Sc in last sc. (I found that the edge looked better doing the last sc in the last sc rather than in the last ch-2 space). Turn. (8 ch-4 spaces).

Row 37: Working OVER stick, sc in first sc. *Ch 3, working OVER stick, sc in next ch-4 sp. Rep from * 7 times. Ch 3, sc in last sc. Turn.

HANDLE: Sl st in next loops over stick. Ch 55. Sl st to loops on opposite end of stick. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Finishing: Attach fringe in every other single crochet of beginning row, as pictures show below:

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The Peacock cowl features an easy stitch pattern that is easily memorized. (Whether you’re memorizing crochet or memorizing piano chords, always take your time! The fact that this project has few row repeat really helps).

It is also a 1-skein project, which is always the best, isn’t it?!

The yarn I used for my cowl is Mary Maxim Prism. To get the same effect as mine, I highly recommend using this yarn! However, if you’d like a good substitute, I also recommend Lion Brand Mandala or Lion Brand Cupcake.

Both of these are also multicolored and DK weight, the same as Prism yarn!

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A big thanks ahead of time to all who purchase! You put a huge smile on my face!

Peacock Cowl

BY DESERT BLOSSOM CRAFTS

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Notes:

1. Ch 3 at beginning of rows counts as dc
2. Ch 1 at beginning of rows does NOT count as sc
3. Cowl is easily adjustable. The stitch pattern is a multiple of 6+1, so width can be adjusted by adding or subtracting in this number to the fsc row. Length can be adjusted by repeating more rows (more info in pattern).

Materials:

• Approximately 275 yards of DK weight yarn (#3 light)
• Sample yarn: Mary Maxim prism yarn, 1 cake
• G (4.25mm) Hook
• Yarn needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

Fsc – foundation single crochet

Chain – ch

Slip Stitch – sl st

Single crochet – sc

Double crochet – dc

Repeat – rep

Skip – sk

Stitch(es) – st(s)

Instructions:

Fsc 43 (or a multiple of 6+1 to adjust length).

Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc, here and throughout) dc in next fsc. Sk 1 fsc, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next fsc. *Sk 2 fsc, dc in next fsc. Sk 2 fsc, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next fsc. Rep from * until 4 fsc left. Sk 2 fsc, dc in last 2 fsc. Turn.

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Sk 2 dc, dc in next ch-2 sp. *Sk 2 dc, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next dc. Sk 2 dc, dc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * until 4 dc left. Sk next 2 dc, dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next dc. *Sk 2 dc, dc in next ch-2 sp. Sk 2 dc, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in next dc. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Dc in last 2 dc. Turn.

Rep rows 2-3 for a total of 48 rows, OR until cowl reaches desired length!  

Last row: Ch 1, sc in first 2 dc. Sc in between next 2 dc. Sc in next 3 dc. Sc in next ch-2 sp. *Sc in next 5 dc, sc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * until 5 dc are left. Sc in next 3 dc. Sc in between next 2 dc. Sc in last 2 dc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing..

Finishing:

Fold your finished rectangle in half and sew the 2 ends together. Note that the fabric is reversible, so it doesn’t matter which sides you put together when sewing.

Weave in ends.

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This light Spring market bag, made out of cotton, is the perfect way to carry your fruits and vegetables, “go green” by avoiding plastic bags, and yet stay stylish at the same time!

This pattern is also the PERFECT way to put the stitches in the Desert Blossom Stitch Along to practical use! This stitch sampler bag uses 4 of the stitches from March! Read on to see which stitches are used.

As always, you can grab the inexpensive, ad-free version of this pattern in my store. A big thanks ahead of time to all who purchase! It’s such a huge support to me & my small business.

Also, can we take a minute and just admire my tester’s version of this bag? The colors are gorgeous, don’t you think?

Here are the stitches used in this bag:

#1: The Foliage Stitch (will be released next Saturday!)

#2: The Fir Stitch (aka the V-Stitch

#3: The Sprout Stitch

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March Market Bag

BY DESERT BLOSSOM CRAFTS

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Notes:

1. Ch 2 at beginning of rounds does NOT count as st
2. Ch 1 at beginning of rounds does NOT count as st
3. Ch 3 at beginning of rounds does count as st
4. Bag is worked in joined rounds from the bottom up.

Materials:

• Approximately 300 yards of sport weight cotton yarn
• Sample yarn: Patons Grace, 2 skeins  
• F/3.75mm Hook
• Yarn needle

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Measurements:

Approximately 14” tall (not including strap) and 13” wide.  

Special Stitches:

Double Crochet 4 Together (Dc4tog): *YO, insert hook into next st, YO, pull up loop. YO, draw through 2 loops. Rep from * 3 times more. YO, pull through last 5 loops on hook.

Beginning Double Crochet 4 Together (Beg Dc4tog): Ch 2. YO, insert hook into next st, pull up loop. YO, draw through 2 loops. Rep from * 2 times more. YO, pull through last 4 loops on hook.

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

Chain – ch

Slip Stitch – sl st

Single crochet – sc

Single crochet 2 together – sc2tog

Half Double Crochet – hdc

Half Double Crochet 2 Together – hdc2tog

Double crochet – dc

Triple crochet – tr

Repeat – rep

Round(s) – rnd(s)

Skip – sk

Stitch(es) – st(s)

Instructions:

Ch 3.

Rnd 1: 10 hdc in 3rd ch from hook. Join with a sl st to beg hdc (NOT the ch 2).  

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does NOT count as hdc, here and throughout) 2 hdc in ea st around. Join with a sl st to first hdc. (20 hdc)

Rnd 3: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st. Rep from * around. Join with a sl st to first hdc. (30 hdc)

Rnd 4: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (40 hdc)

Rnd 5: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (50 hdc)

Rnd 6: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (60 hdc)

Rnd 7: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 5 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (70 hdc)

Rnd 8: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 6 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (80 hdc)

Rnd 9: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 7 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (90 hdc)

Rnd 10: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 8 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (100 hdc)

Rnd 11: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 9 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (110 hdc)

Rnd 12: Ch 2, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 10 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (120 hdc)

Rnd 13: Ch 2, hdc in ea st around. Join with sl st to first hdc. (120 hdc)

Rnd 14: Ch 3 (counts as dc) dc in same st as sl st. *Ch 1, sk 2 hdc, 2 dc in next hdc. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Ch 1, sk last 2 sts, join with sl st to beg ch 3. (40 2 dc clusters).

Rnd 15: Ch 3, dc in same st as sl st. 2 dc in next dc, sk next ch-1. *2 dc in next dc. 2 dc in next dc. Sk next ch 1, Rep from * around. Join with sl st to beg ch 3. (160 dc).

Rnd 16: Beg dc4tog over first 4 sts. *Ch 2, dc4tog over next 4 sts. Rep from * around. Ch 2, join with sl st to beg dc4tog. (40 dc4tog).

Rnd 17: Ch 3 (counts as dc) dc in same st as sl st. *Ch 1, sk ch-2 sp, 2 dc in next dc4tog. Rep from * around. Ch 1, sl st to beg ch 3. (40 2 dc clusters).

Rnd 18-19: Rep rnds 15-16.

Rnd 20: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) hdc in same st as sl st. 2 hdc in next ch-2 sp. *Hdc in next dc4tog, 2 hdc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to beg hdc. (120 hdc)

Rnd 21: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) hdc in same st as sl st. Hdc in ea st around. Join with sl st to beg hdc. (120 hdc)

Rnd 22: Ch 5 (counts as a dc, ch 2) dc in same st as sl st. *Sk 2 hdc. (Dc, ch 2, dc) in next hdc. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Sk last 2 sts, sl st to beg ch 3. (40 V-Stitches)

Rnd 23: Sl st in next ch-2 sp. Ch 5 (counts as dc, ch 2) dc in same ch-2 sp. *(Dc, ch 2, dc) in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * around all ch-2 spaces. Join with sl st to beg ch 3. (40 v-stitches)

Rnd 24: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) hdc in same st as sl st. Hdc in next ch-2 sp. *Hdc in next 2 dc, hdc in next ch-2 sp. Rep from * until 1 dc left. Hdc in last dc. Join with sl st to beg hdc. (40 hdc)

Rnd 25: Ch 4 (counts as tr) 3 tr in same st as sl st. Sk 3 hdc. *4 tr in next hdc, sk 3 hdc. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to beg ch 4. (30 4 tr clusters)

Rnd 26: Ch 1 (does NOT count as st) hdc in same st as sl st and in each tr around. Join with sl st to beg hdc. (120 hdc)

Rnd 27-29: Rep rows 22-24

Rnd 30: Ch 1 (does NOT count as hdc) hdc in same st as sl st. Hdc in next 5 sts, Hdc2tog over next 2 sts. *Hdc in next 6 sts, hdc2tog over next 2 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to beg hdc. (105 hdc)

Rnd 31: Ch 1 (does NOT count as hdc) hdc in same st as sl st. Hdc in next 4 sts. Hdc2tog over next 2 sts. *Hdc in next 5 sts, hdc2tog over next 2 sts. Rep from * around. Join with sl st to beg hdc. (90 hdc) Do not fasten off.

STRAP:

Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc) dc in same st as sl st. *Ch 1, sk 2 hdc, 2 dc in next hdc. Rep from * 9 times more. (11 2-dc clusters) TURN.

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc, here and throughout strap) dc in next dc. Sk next ch, 2 dc in next dc. 2 dc in next dc. *Sk next ch, dc in between next 2 dc. Sk next ch, 2 dc in next dc. 2 dc in next dc. Rep from * 3 times more. Sk last ch, dc in last 2 dc. TURN.

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next dc. Ch 1, dc4tog over next 4 dc. *Ch 2, sk next dc, dc4tog over next 4 dc. Rep from * until 2 sts left. Ch 1, dc in last 2 dc. TURN.

Row 4: Ch 1 (does NOT count as sc, here and throughout strap) sc in first 2 sts. Sc in next ch sp. *Sc in next dc4tog, sc in next ch sp. Rep from * until 2 dc left. Sc in last 2 dc. TURN. (15 sc)

Row 5: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sts. Sc in next 11 sts. Sc2tog over last 2 sts. TURN. (13 sc)

Row 6: Ch 1, sc2tog over next 2 sts. Sc in next 9 sts. Sc2tog over last 2 sts. TURN. (11 sc)

Row 7-33: Ch 1, sc in next 11 sts. TURN. (11 sc)

Go back to the beginning of the strap—Rnd 31. Sk 14 sts. Join yarn with a sl st in next st. Then repeat rows 1-33 for the other side of the strap.

Finishing: Sew the 2 ends of the strap together. Fasten off and weave in ends.

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