New Crochet Just in Time for Fall!

It's Time for a Crochet Wardrobe Refresh

Yes, we know. It's just the first of September. But we are big fans of Fall and the temps have been down in the 50's here at night so we're calling it. Fall wardrobe refresh season is here! Even though the daytime temps prevent us from wrapping up in cozy layers, we all know it takes a bit of time to gather the materials and actually make new crochet garments sooooo… no time like the present to get started!

For this season, we present four new crochet patterns that range from light and layerable to downright cozy. Here's a quick look at all four. Click through the photos for a more detailed look at the sizing and materials specs.

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This cabled cardigan is the next showpiece in your crochet wardrobe. The luxe crochet cables ensure that you will stay engaged with this pattern from start to finish and the resulting fabric will keep you cozy on those chilly fall mornings and all through the coming winter. Design details like the generous hood and thumb openings transforming the sleeves into hand and wrist warmers will make this the wardrobe piece you reach for the most.

Crochet Cables that Little Red Riding Hood wishes she'd had.

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Light and layerable to get you through those last days of summer.

The days might be growing cooler but some of us just aren't ready to let go of the summer vibes. With this light and layerable  crochet top, you can have both. The breezy fabric is fun to make and gives you just enough breathing room to enjoy those last fresh breezes of summer air. Don't put this one away! As the first leaves turn, you'll appreciate the added layering without feeling overwhelmed.

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Y'all know we love to play with simple, geometric shapes to create wearable, fashionable garments. This crochet top was in a series of experiments that resulted in our book Crochet Geometry. The  ultimate versatile piece  for your crochet wardrobe, this top is easy to make, easy to construct, and so easy to wear… on just about any body type. You're going to want more than one of these as it will definitely be your year-round
go-to essential for your crochet wardrobe.

A year-round essential for your crochet wardrobe.

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A crochet style throw back that never went out of style.

We do love a good crochet motif and we love love LOVE a duster. Throw those two together into a 70's inspired vibe and we're in heaven. We paired solid crochet fabric on the top to lend stability to the join-as-you-go motifs along the body of this light and wearable long top. You don't have to want to pack up your camper van to wear this light-weight top. Pick the colors that work for you and make this another
crochet wardrobe staple that will serve you well year round.

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We hope you all love wearing these as much as we loved designing them. Click through the photos above to go to the individual pattern pages. As always, we appreciate your support of our studio by purchasing our patterns. Be sure to tag us on social media at the links below to show us what you've made so we can help you celebrate!

STITCH ON!!
S&J

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Crochet Cabled Hooded Cardigan - DIGITAL PATTERN

$7.50

Incredible cables adorn the edging and back of this cozy hooded cardigan with long sleeves that double as mitts with an opening for the thumb. If you love cables, this show stopping cardigan is the pattern you've been waiting for.


This digital download includes the full crochet pattern in PDF format with photos, cable charts and blocking schematic.


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SKILLS USED
 

• Single crochet
• Front post double crochet
• Left leaning front post treble crochet
• Right crossing front post treble cable
• Left crossing front post treble cable
• Increases
• Blocking
• Locking mattress stitch
• Setting in a sleeve

SIZES
S ( M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
To Fit Bust Circumference: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)” ”
Finshed Bust: 37 (41, 45, 49, 52. , 57, 60. , 65)” bust circumference with fronts overlapping for 4 (4. , 4. ,
5. , 5. , 6. , 6. , 7. )”. Sample shown measures 37”, modeled with 5” ease.
Length from Shoulder: 28 (28, 28.5, 29, 29, 29, 29.5, 29.5)”.

SKILL LEVEL
Advanced: Knowledge of Post Stitches and Cables

MATERIALS
Sample uses Valley Yarns Haydenville (distributed by WEBS) (60% superwash merino, 40% acrylic microfiber;
220 yd [201 m]/
3. oz [100 g]; ): #9 red, 14 (15, 17, 18,
20, 21, 23, 24) balls.

CROCHET HOOK
Hook Size 7 (4.50mm). Adjust hook size if needed to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS
Yarn needle

BLOCKED GAUGES
18 sts and 20 rows = 4” in sc patt;
21 sts and 21 rows = 4” in linen st patt.


Originally published as Crimson Hooded Cardigan
in Interweave Crochet Winter 2018

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Effortless QuadTop - Crochet Digital Pattern

$7.50

Crocheted from four rectangles, this crocheted top is a perfect addition to any ensemble. Made from fingering weight yarn, this top is easy to wear alone or with an undershirt.

Crocheters new to the craft will appreciate the simplicity of the stitching. Advanced stitchers will certainly welcome the visual interest sported by the final sewn garment.

This digital download includes the full crochet pattern in PDF format with photos, stitch charts, and blocking schematic.

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STITCHES USED:

Double crochet

Foundation double crochet (Fdc):

Linked first double crochet (Linked first-dc)

1-over-2 pulled double crochet cross (pulled dc cross) (worked over 3 sts): 

SIZES

S ( M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

To Fit Bust Circumference: 28 (32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56)”. 

Finshed Bust: 30¾ (34, 38¼, 41¾, 46, 49½ , 53, 57¼ )”

Sample shown measures 36” bust.

To Fit Hip: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58)”

Finished Hip: 32.5 (36, 41, 44.25, 49, 52.25, 56, 60.5)”

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

YARN 

Light/Fingering Weight

MATERIALS

Sample uses Malabrigo Sock (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 440 yd [402 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]; CYC #1): #SW800 Tiziano Red, 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8) hanks.

CROCHET HOOK

C/2 (2.75mm). 

NOTIONS

Yarn needle

BLOCKED GAUGES

6.63 sts and 2.88 rows = 1” in pattern stitch

53 sts = 8”; 23 rows = 8” in pattern stitch

Originally published as Courageous Caftan

in Love of Crochet Fall 2017

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The Conch Cardigan - Crochet Digital Pattern

$7.50

Wear it to the beach, in the garden, at the store, or anywhere you need a ready layering item. The easy fit and versatility of this dolman sleeved cardi makes it a FAB piece for any body type and just about any occasion.

This digital download includes the full crochet pattern in PDF format with photos, stitch charts, and blocking schematic.

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STITCHES USED:

Foundation single crochet (Fsc)

Linked first double crochet (Linked first-dc)

Double crochet

Double crochet V-stitch (dc-v)

Half double crochet v-stitch (hdc-v)

Single crochet v-stitch (sc-v)

SIZES

XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

To Fit Bust: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58)”/76 (86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 117, 127, 137, 147.5) cm

Finished Bust: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)”/86.5 (96.5, 106.5, 117, 127, 137, 147.5, 157.5) cm

Cuff to Cuff: 44 (45, 47, 47.5, 49, 49, 51, 51)”/112 (114, 119.5, 120.5, 124.5, 124.5, 129.5, 129.5) cm

SKILL LEVEL

Advanced

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

To Fit Bust: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)"

Finished Bust: 38 (41, 44, 50, 53.5, 57, 63, 66, 69)"

Finished Length: 30.7 (30.7, 30.7, 30.7, 30.7, 35, 35, 35, 35)"

Top Line: 38 (39.25, 41, 44, 45.5, 47, 50, 51.75, 53.5)"

Main Body Width: 19 (20.5, 22, 25, 26.75, 28.5, 31.5, 33, 34.5)"

YARN

Super Fine

MATERIALS

Sample uses Cascade Heritage Silk (85% Superwash Merino Wool/15% Silk); 3.5 ounces/100g = 437 yards/400

m): 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8) balls in color Storm Blue #5675— 2185 (2185, 2622, 2622, 3059, 3059, 3496, 3496)

yards/2000 (2000, 2400, 2400, 2800, 2800, 3200, 3200) meterss of super fine yarn

CROCHET HOOK

2.25mm (size B-1) and 3.25mm (size D-3) or size to obtain gauge

NOTIONS

Yarn needle

BLOCKED HANGING GAUGE

10 V-sts and 18 rows = 4” with larger hook in patt; back lace insert =

7 (7, 7, 7, 8. , 8. , 8. , 8. )” wide.

Originally published as Conch Cardigan

in Interweave Crochet Summer 2017

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Motif Duster - Crochet Digital Pattern

$7.50

There are two things the Shibaguyz really love: Dusters, and the 70's. When we were asked to create this 70's inspired duster for Interweave Crochet Magazine, we were in heaven!

We think you will be in heaven too when you see how fast this garment comes together. The "flowers" are made from a fun bobble stitch in all join-as-you-go crochet (so no seaming needed there...). The top section is a simple sc/Hdc pattern stitch that even newbies will find fun to work up. We also give you all the instructions you need to be able to change yarns in the round.

This digital download includes the full crochet pattern in PDF format with photos, charts, and blocking schematic.

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SKILLS USED:

Single crochet (sc)

Half double crochet (hdc)

Foundation single crochet (Fsc)

Extending foundation single crochet (foundation sc as used for extending rows) (Ext-Fsc)

Linked first double crochet (Linked first-dc)

5 double crochet bobble (5-dc bobble)

Joining with new color

SIZES

S ( M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Finished Bust: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60)”

To Fit Bust: 28 (32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56)”.

Sample shown measures 36”, modeled with 4” of ease in the bust.

Cuff to Cuff: 24 (26, 28.25, 32, 34, 38, 40, 42.25)”

Finished Length from Shoulder: 40.5 (41, 41.5, 42, 42.5, 43, 43.5, 44)”

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

YARN

Light

MATERIALS

Sample uses Yarn Cascade Yarns Roslyn (65% superwash merino wool, 35% silk; 382.76 yd [350 m]/3.5 oz

[100 g]; CYC #3): #06 Deep Red, #03 Sand, #05 Gold, #13 Olive, 1 skein each.

Cascade Yarns Hampton (70% Pima Cotton, 30% linen; 273 yd [250 m]/31/2 oz [100 g]; #08 Ecru (MC), 4 (4, 5,

5, 6, 6, 7, 8) hanks.

CROCHET HOOK

E/4 (3.50mm).

NOTIONS

Yarn needle, 3/8” clasp closure

BLOCKED GAUGES

Motif = 4.5 x 4.5”

31 sts = 7”; 21 rows = 6”; 4.43 sts = 1”; 3.5 rows = 1” in hdc/sc patt with larger hook.

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