Camo Hunting Snood

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The Camo Hunting Snood and Neck Gaiter was originally designed for my father-in-law. Last Christmas I made him one in bright orange for hunting. I had so much orange yarn left over. Did you know orange yarn is hard to find in just the right hue? Big Girl's former cheerleading squad had colors of orange and black. I know- Halloween is the first thought in your mind! It was in mine too. I really disliked it at first. But you know what was so funny about that? As the year went on and we got closer to our teammates and grew in camaraderie and team spirit, we came to truly LOVE those colors, it was black and orange every day! I made lots of team spirit headbands and sold them at football games. I also got a little over zealous in my search for the perfect hue of orange to match the team colors. I accumulated a little too much orange yarn and that is how the original hunting snood was born.



Where we live hunters are required to wear a certain amount of bright orange for safety, and I knew that my father in law only wore beanies and low collared shirts and coats. This left his neck open to the chill of winter winds. I designed this warming collar for him to be able to pull all the way up to his nose and tuck under the back of his hat and still be long enough to cover his neck deep into the collar of his coat or sweatshirt.

My husband said "It's a gaiter!" when he saw it. I had to google, and yes there are tight to the skin cowls that when worn up on the neck are called "neck gaiters". A gaiter on its own is actually worn on the ankles and protects pants and the top of boots from water. Well, when his dad surprised me by asking for a second snood/neck gaiter it dawned on me, I never wrote the pattern down the first time I made it! How silly of me! Necessity is the mother of invention, and everything- I mean everything- I design or create from scratch for someone I always write it down and blog it later. That's where 99% of my crochet patterns come from!

So saved from being lost to memory, here for you is the cowl/neck warmer/snood/gaiter/whateveryouwannnacallit that your favorite hunter has been waiting for. I didn't have a man handy when I was photographing this, so I just put it on and took selfies. But my husband has tried it on and guarantees that it is stretchy enough for him, his dad and just about any size man or woman.

If you like the look of the ribbed design, make it for a woman, make it in any color, size it down for a kid, add stripes, change yarns, get crazy! Half the fun of crocheting is the wonderful customization nature of it. You can make anything you like in any way you choose.

I worked in Red Heart Super Saver in Camouflage because camo-coloring was specifically requested of me. I think that this would look great in Red Heart's pink camo too, or any variegated for that matter.




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Hook: I9/5.5mm

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in Camouflage or any worsted (4-medium) weight yarn

Gauge: 4 rows, 7 sts = 2” square in hdc(blo)

Difficulty: Beginner

Materials: Tapestry Needle

Finished Size: 11.5” long and 8.25” wide (tube)

Special Stitches: BLO, working in the “Back Loop Only” - make indicated stitch in the back loop or the part of the “V” farthest from your body when looking at top of stitch. This creates a ribbing effect in the textile. 

Notes: Pattern is worked in rows, and garment is stitched up both side seams to form a tube. Follow gauge listed to replicate results photographed. Garment will be stretchy enough for a woman or a man, and will stretch more over time and use.

Snood:

Chain 42

Row 1: hdc in third ch from hook, and in each ch across, ch 2, turn. (40 sts)

Row 2: hdc in blo of each st across, ch 2, turn. (40 sts)

Rows 3-35: repeat row 2. Do not break yarn at end of last row.

Finishing:

Fold garment in half lengthwise, matching up stitches from first and last rows. 

Ch 1, slip stitch across, through both layers (both sets of stitches) to join garment into a tube shape. (40 sl sts) Fasten off at end of row. Weave in ends.

Thanks for stitching with me, hope you enjoy this pattern! Be sure to follow me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest! 

xo- Bethany

Rainbow Bright Hat

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I hope everyone's Christmases and other holidays were happy and bright! Mine were very enjoyable. Big Girl and Little One were very good for Santa and had a nice Christmas morning. I've enjoyed lazing about the house as we count down the days til New Years Eve.

Today I have for you the very last edition to our Season of Hats this winter. If you've missed any previous designs click here to see a list of my free patterns you can scroll through. And if that's not enough free hat patterns then you should visit my friends over at allfreecrochet.com where you can find a free crochet pattern for anything you could possibly think of!

This pattern includes instructions for both a beanie and a messy bun style. I'm working with Red Heart Super Saver Stripes in Favorite Stripe, it's the rainbow colored one. I love rainbows. I love rainbow patterns and and rainbow colors. Bright multi-colored yarns always appeal to me and I find myself buying skeins of variegated yarns and not knowing what to make with them. Does this ever happen to you? I tried making my ready made goods in so many colors for people to choose from, but no one wants cerulean, chartreuse and magenta accessories. Neutral is the thing. I had to increase my stash of neutrals just to appease my customer base. I know what you're thinking. Poor thing, she had to buy more yarn! Anyway...

Red Heart Super Saver Stripes - Favorite Stripe

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The variegation pattern to this yarn is specific: It starts at green with a double length and moves to yellow, orange, red, purples and a double length of blue before transitioning back to purple, red, orange, yellow, and into a double length of green before transitioning back to yellow, orange, red, purple and back to another double length of blue. The pattern continues in this way.




I start my hat at green because I like the way the blue repeats back into purple and red near the middle of the hat. If you want to have a complete-non repeating rainbow pattern, you can very easily cut and ball the yarn, reattaching at the desired color.

I made a fun applique heart to the hat to add to the brightness. It's simply my applique patches pattern heart made with a larger hook (the H hook). You can size the heart up or down using a hook of your choosing. The heart can be sewn on or slip stitched on. I prefer to slip stitch the heart on. I take up the yarn from inside the hat and make slip stitches along the outline of the heart. This gives the heart a nice crisp border and secures it cleanly. Simply join with an invisible join, tie the ends in a strong square knot, and pull them into the space between the heart and the hat to hide.

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Rainbow Bright Hat Free Crochet Pattern:

Hook: H/5mm
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Stripes in Favorite Stripe, Red Heart Super Saver in Red
Gauge: 6 sts, 5 rows = 2” in HDC
Difficulty: Beginner
Materials: yarn needle
Size: Fits average adult apx. 22”, Heart Applique is 3"




Special Stitches:

Hdc Inc- half double crochet increase, make two hdc in the the next st

Note: This pattern can make a messy bun hat or a regular beanie with no hole. To make a regular hat, follow “Beanie Hat” directions for first three rounds, then continue at round 2 for Bun Hat. To make a messy bun hat, follow “Bun Hat” directions beginning at round 1, ignore directions for previous rounds.

Beanie Hat:

Round 1: hdc 10 into a magic ring
Round 2: make 2 hdc into each st around, join, ch 1. (20 sts)
Round 3: *hdc, hdc inc*, repeat ** around, join, ch 1. (30 sts)
Continue with round 2 of bun hat.




Bun Hat:

Round 1: hdc 30 into an elastic hair tie, join ch 1. (30 sts)
Round 2: *hdc, hdc, hdc inc*, repeat ** around, join ch 1, (40 sts)
Round 3: *hdc, hdc, hdc, hdc inc*, repeat ** around, join ch 1, (50 sts)
Round 4: *hdc, hdc, hdc, hdc, hdc inc*, repeat ** around, join ch 1, (60 sts)
Round 5: hdc in each st around, join ch 1. (60 sts)
Rounds 6-18: repeat round 5, or to desired length.
Fasten off, weave in ends.


Heart Applique:

Using Red Yard, or color of your choice.

Form magic ring, ch 2

Round 1: make 11 dc in magic ring, join to first dc with a sl st.

Round 2: ch 3, 3 tr into first st, 3 tr in next st, 2 dc, 2 dc, dc, (dc, tr, dc) in next st, dc, 2 dc, 2 dc, 3 tr, 3 tr in last st, ch 2, sl st in same st. fo, weave in ends.

Finishing:

Sew heart applique onto hat where desired and stitch around edge, or slip st through both layers to secure. Weave in all ends.

Hope you enjoy making your rainbow hat! Reach out to me on social media using the buttons at the top of the page, and be sure to follow me on facebook!

xo- Bethany

"The Tia" Bow Headband

We've all seen these super cute headbands shaped like bows circulating on the internet and social media, now it can be yours. 

My sweet cousin, let's call her... Tia! Is getting married very soon. We've been all abuzz, traveled hither and thither,  laughed, cried, tried on dresses, planned and most importantly prayed. Her time has finally come this December. Amid all this bustle and glee, I asked my bride what else I could do for her, (aside from those other maidly duties) what could I crochet for her?

She replied with a simple yet genius request. "I have this bow ear warmer headband and it's falling apart. Would you make me another?" Would I!?!? (ecstatically) I thought to myself.
I absolutely will.
And, I'll design my own!
And.... I'll make enough for the whole bridal party!
AND... I'll publish the pattern!
AND.... I'LL MAKE IT FREE!

These headbands are adorable. They're on Pinterest, they're for sale on Etsy, patterns are all over Ravelry too! But you can make your own, and you can make it tonight! With a partial skein or leftover ball and one evening you can have this hot trendy item and make it in time to wear before the weather turns.

This design is a super easy beginner pattern, and for the more experienced crocheter, a fun break from large or complicated patterns- you could knock it out in an hour!

Makes a great and heartfelt homemade gift too! *Wink *Wink! I'll be popping these babies out in a rainbow of colors, using every bit in my stash. I might get crazy and try out some variegated yarns too!

So let me know what you think of this design, I'd love to see what color you make, and how cute it looks on you too! Share a picture on Haute Kippy's Facebook Page when you complete this project! Leave me a comment if you like this free pattern!

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Take Care! xo- Kip

The Tia Bow Headband Crochet Pattern

You may sell items made from this pattern, but please be courteous, always credit Haute Kippy with the original design and link to my blog when possible.

Hook: H/8 5mm

Yarn: Any Worsted

Gauge: 12 sts, 5 rows ~4” in DC

Notions: Yarn needle

Finished Dimensions: 20” around, 4 ¾ wide

Difficulty: Beginner

Notes: Alternating rows of single crochet and double crochet feature the more attractive right side of double crochet stitches. Work 14 stitches across for 42 rows, then slip stitch the ends together to form a tube. Gather the band at the seam and wrap with extra yarn to form a faux knot apx. 1” wide. A beginning crocheter who knows basic crochet terminology, how to slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet will be able to follow this pattern. To resize for a larger or smaller head, calculate number of needed rows by 2 rows = 1 ¼”.

Headband:

Chain 16

Row 1: dc in the third ch from hook, and make 1 dc in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (14 sts)

Row 2: sc in the first st (same st as turning ch here and throughout), make 1 sc in each st across, ch 2, turn.

Row 3: dc in the first st, make 1 dc in each st across, ch 1, turn.

Rows 4-42: Repeat rows 2 and 3 respectively, ending on a row 2 repeat. Do not ch 2 at last row repeat.

Finishing:

Align ends together, matching stitches across with right side facing out. Working through both layers at the same time, insert hook through the first sts and sl st the two sides together. Continue slip stitching the ends together, keeping stitches on both sides aligned with each other. At row end, make one final sl st.

Break yarn leaving a very long tail, 12” - 18”. Cinch the headband at the center seam and wrap yarn around snugly, but not too tightly. Continue wrapping the yarn tail, creating a faux knot apx. 1” wide, which makes the headband look like a bow. Securely weave in ends.

Original pattern ‘The Tia Bow Headband’

copyright Haute Kippy by Bethany Sypolt 2016

Cross My Heart Crochet Scarf

Introducing for free, my very first crochet pattern! 

Often, I modify crochet patterns I use, and even make up my own projects as I go, but this is the first time I've written out my own original crochet pattern to share publicly. I'm excited to give you this adorable, and very warm scarf.

The gently variegated colors of this particular yarn lend themselves beautifully to the subtle repeat of the Cross My Heart Scarf, so named for the rows of X's in the pattern. This soft scarf is extra wide and the perfect length to wear snugly wrapped over, or under your coat this season.

It's worked in a repeating pattern consisting of half double crochets and treble crochets which are stitched to form X's. The homespun yarn is an unwound strand of acrylic yarn wrapped with a tiny string, so when worked it gives a soft and fluffy appearance. This does not work well for every pattern, as it's hard to see the loops of the stitch. I bought the yarn for another project but found it was not suitable for that particular pattern. So, keeping it simple, I started to work half double crochets to see what the color variegation looked like. I kept working in rows of 20 and realized the potential, thus the Cross My Heart was born! As a happy accident, the rows of 20 seemed to fit perfectly with the changing colors in muted hues of blue, purple, mauve, teal and taupe. 

Beginning  any project with a chainless foundation crochet is a miracle time saver and a must-learn technique for any crocheter who dislikes endless chaining and tediously working into each chain. Foundations can be made in almost any stitch and are fairly easy to get the hang of. I learned by watching you-tube video demonstrations. Simply search for "chainless foundation crochet" and a number of videos appear to help you fsc, fhdc or fdc. I try to begin most projects with a chainless foundation, even when not called for. I couldn't even imagine chaining 100, 200 or more to start an afghan or other large project. It has more stretch and gives like a regular row of crochet, where chaining does not- especially good for garment making. If you've never tried it before, I urge you to learn.

Please feel free to comment and ask questions or point out any ways I can make this pattern better.

Keep it crafty!

xo -Kip

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Cross My Heart Scarf Free Pattern:

Do not share, copy, repost or reproduce this pattern in part or in full. By using my free pattern, you agree to always give credit to my original work and link to my blog when possible. You may sell items made from this pattern, but please be courteous, always credit Haute Kippy with the original design. Do not use my photos to sell your items.

Pattern Notes:

1. Use two skeins from the same dye lot if using variegated yarn to ensure color continuity. When joining new skein, pull new yarn out to match color on hook. Cut and ball pulled yarn. Joining with matched colors keeps the variegated pattern consistent across rows.

2. In lieu of working fhdc for Row 1: Ch 21, hdc in 2nd st from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (20 hdc)

3. Row 16 repeat: When making X's, crochet 2nd tr on top of previous tr as follows: yo twice to begin tr, insert hook into skipped st and before next yo, move previous tr behind hook, then complete tr. The starting ch 3 does not count as a bar in row total stitch count.

Materials Needed:

2 skeins of Lion Brand's Homespun in Tudor (or another bulky (5) weight yarn)
L/11 (8.00mm) hook
Yarn needle
Scissors

Gauge: 9 stitches, 5 rows = 4" square in hdc

Level of difficulty: Easy

Finished Dimensions: 9" wide, 69" long

Stitches Used:

fhdc- foundation half double crochet
hdc- half double crochet
tr- treble crochet

Scarf:

Row 1: fhdc 20, ch 1, turn (20 fhdc)
Rows 2-14: hdc in each st across, ch 1, turn (20 hdc)
Row 15: hdc in each st across, ch 3, turn (20 hdc)
Row 16: tr in first st (same st as ch 3), *skip one st and tr in next st, tr in skipped st, tr in next st* (one X and one bar made). Repeat from * to * 5 more times, tr in last stitch, ch 1, turn. (6 X's and 8 bars made- including starting ch 3)
Rows 17-30: repeat row 2
Row 31: repeat row 15
Row 32: repeat row 16
Rows 33-95: Continue with pattern established (15 rows of hdc, one row X's and bars) 4 more times, ending with 15 more rows of hdc for a total of 95 rows or to desired length.
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Original pattern “Cross My Heart Scarf”’

copyright Haute Kippy by Bethany Sypolt 2015