Free Crochet Pattern: 2 Strand Homespun Infinity Scarf

(Shown in Lion Brand Homespun Sand Dune)

Skill Level: Easy

Size: Teen/Women's

Supplies:
Size N (9.00 mm) Crochet Hook
2 balls of Lion Brand Homespun (Bulky 5) Yarn
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch

Row 1: Holding 2 strands of yarn together: Ch 141. Join to first ch with sl st. Ch 3, sk 1, *Dc in next, ch 1, sk 1.* Repeat *to* around. Join with sl st to 2nd ch from beginning ch 3.
Row 2-7: Sl st into ch 1 space. Ch 3, sk 1, *Dc in next, ch 1, sk 1.* Repeat *to* around. Join with sl st to 2nd ch from beginning ch 3.
Fasten off after row 7 (or go ahead and add another row or two if you wish!)
Sew in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern: Quick & Easy Chunky Scarf, Toddler, Youth, Women's & Men's Sizes

I recently needed a scarf in a pinch for my 9 year old son who had plans for sledding that same day, so I grabbed some chunky yarn and worked up a quick & easy scarf. I’ve written it up in 4 sizes: Toddler, Youth, Women’s & Men’s. The pattern calls for Bernat Softee Chunky yarn (shown below pattern) but you may also hold two strands of your favorite worsted weight yarn together (shown above) and get the same results.

Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Jenni

Difficulty Level: Easy

Sizes: Toddler, Youth, Women’s, Men’s

           (Additional size info. included below within each pattern)

Supplies:

Size N (9.00mm) Crochet Hook

BernatSoftee Chunky (Bulky 6) Yarn, 200-275 yards depending on size.
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Stitch Abbreviations (US Terms):
BLO - Back Loop Only
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet

Toddler Size:

(approx. 200 yards)
Finished measurement: 48” x 5”
Row 1: Ch 125, dc in 3^rd ch from hook and in each across.
Rows 2-6: In BLO: Ch 1, turn, dc in same and in each across.
Fasten off and sew in ends.

Youth Size:

(approx. 225 yards)
Finished measurement: 58” x 5”
Row 1: Ch 150, dc in 3^rd ch from hook and in each across.
Rows 2-6: In BLO: Ch 1, turn, dc in same and in each across.
Fasten off and sew in ends.

Women’s Size:

(approx. 250 yards)
Finished measurement: 68” x 5 ¾”
Row 1: Ch 175, dc in 3^rd ch from hook and in each across.
Rows 2-7: In BLO: Ch 1, turn, dc in same and in each across.
Fasten off and sew in ends.

Men’s Size:

(approx. 275 yards)
Finished measurement: 78” x 5 ¾”
Row 1: Ch 200, dc in 3^rd ch from hook and in each across.
Rows 2-7: In BLO: Ch 1, turn, dc in same and in each across.
Fasten off and sew in ends.

Shown above is the youth size scarf with a skeleton applique sewn on and a green stripe made up of hdc's across each end of the scarf, you can find the free skeleton pattern here: Crochet Nirvana Skeleton Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern: Men's Basic Beanie with Options

(Shown in Deborah Norville Everyday Soft Oak Moss & I Love This Yarn Orange Neon)

This is a great basic beanie pattern for men using hdc's. At the end of the pattern you can choose to add additional rows if you want a hat with a folded edge or if you would like a slouchy hat. I highly recommend the Deborah Norville Everyday Soft or I Love This Yarn (worsted weight) for this project. 

Thanks so much for stopping by!

-Jenni

Skill Level: Easy

Size: Men's, 22-23" head circumference

Supplies:
Size H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Deborah Norville Everyday Soft or I Love This Yarn, worsted weight (approx. 200 yards)
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Stitch Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch – Chain
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch

Important Notes:
-Joins are made with sl st.
-Ch 1 does NOT count as a stitch.

Gauge: 4 hdc & 3 rows = 1”

Row 1: Magic circle, 11 hdc in circle. Join to first hdc. Pull circle tight, sew in end. (11 hdc)
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same and in each around. Join. (22 hdc)
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in next, *2 hdc in next, hdc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (33 hdc)

Your circle should measure approx. 2 ½” across the center.

Row 4: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (33 hdc)
Row 5: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in 2, *2 hdc in next, hdc in 2* Repeat *to* around. Join. (44 hdc)
Row 6: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (44 hdc)
Row 7: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in 3, *2 hdc in next, hdc in 3.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (55 hdc)
Row 8: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (55 hdc)
Row 9: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same, hdc in 4, *2 hdc in next, hdc in 4.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (66 hdc)

Your circle should measure approx. 6” across the center.

Row 10: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (66 hdc)
Row 11: Ch 1, hdc in same and 8 more, 2 hdc in next. *hdc in 6, 2 hdc in next* Repeat *to* around. Join. (75 hdc)
Row 12-25: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (75 hdc)

For Folded Edge Hat Only:
Repeat row 25 until you have 33 rows total.
Row 34: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (75 sc)
Fasten off and sew in ends.

For Slouchy Hat Only:
Repeat row 25 until you have 40 rows total, depending on desired slouchy-ness!
Row 41-42: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (75 sc)
Fasten off and sew in ends.

For Basic Beanie Only:
Row 26: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (75 sc)
Fasten off & sew in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern: Pick-Up Truck Applique

I originally created this applique to be used on a crochet valance for my youngest sons bedroom. It's a very quick and easy pattern but if you have any questions feel free to ask. 

Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Jenni

Skill Level: Easy

Finished Size: Approx. 5" x 4"
                        (For a slightly smaller applique try going down a hook size or 2)

Supplies:
Worsted Weight Yarn in black, white and choice for the truck body
Size H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch – Chain
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sc – Single Crochet


Tires
(make 2)

With white:
Row 1: Magic circle, ch 1, 7 sc in circle.
Join with sl st & fasten off.

With black:
Row 2: Join with sl st in any sc, ch 1, 2 hdc in same & in each around.
Join with sl st & fasten off leaving a long end for sewing onto truck.


Truck Body 
(photo tutorial follows)

Using color of choice:
Row 1: Ch 20, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-5: Sc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 6: Sc in same & in 5 more, ch 12. Skip 3, sl st in next stitch to join to truck body, ch 1, turn.
Row 7: Now work 5 sc's into chain you just made, ch 1, turn.
Row 8: Sl st in same, sc in 3, leave last stitch unworked and sl st in next stitch to join to truck body, ch 1. Sc in same and in each across.
Row 9: Ch 1 and sl st down the back of the truck, ch 1 at next corner and sl st across, ch 1 at next corner, sl st across and fasten off.

Sew on tires and sew in ends.

Truck Body Tutorial: 

Row 1: Ch 20, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each across. Ch 1, turn. 

Row 2-5: Sc in same and in each across, ch 1, turn. 

Row 6: Sc in same & in 5 more, ch 12.

  Row 6 continued: Skip 3, sl st in next stitch to join to truck body, ch 1, turn.

Row 7: Now work 5 sc's into chain you just made, ch 1, turn.

  

Row 8: Sl st in same, sc in 3, leave last stitch unworked.

Row 8 continued: Sl st in next stitch to join to truck body, ch 1. Sc in same and in each across.

Row 9: Ch. 1 and sl st down the back of the truck, ch 1 at next corner and sl st across, ch 1 at next corner, sl st across and fasten off. Sew on tires and sew in ends.

Below is the applique on the curtain valance I mentioned, look how excited me little guy is! 

 

Free Crochet Pattern: Flower Ear Warmer

Difficulty Level: Easy

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference

Supplies:
Worsted Weight Yarn in 2 choice colors
       Shown in: Ear Warmer: Red Heart With Love Merlot
                        Flower: Yarn Bee Sequins
Size H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
1" Button

Abbreviations (US terms):
BLO - Back Loop Only
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Dtr - Double Treble Crochet
Hdc - Half Double Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Sl St - Slip Stitch
Sp - Space
Tr - Treble Crochet

Notes:
-Joins are made with slip stitch.
-Stitches listed between these brackets [ ] indicate a group of stitches that should all be worked into the same space.

Gauge: 4 dc = 1 inch & 4 rows = 2 inches


Ear Warmer

Row 1: Ch 16, dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each across.
Row 2-37: Ch 2, turn, dc in same and in each across.
(Do not fasten off yet)

After row 37 I suggest you try on the headband to make sure you like the fit. Adjust accordingly.

Ch 1 and hold the ends together while slip stitching across, making sure to work through the loops on both ends. You can also choose to hand sew the ends together if you wish.
Fasten off and sew in ends.


Flower

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 2 (counts as dc), 9 dc in circle. Join. (10 dc)
Row 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in same, 3 dc in next and in each around. Join. (30 dc)
Row 3: *Ch 6, skip 4, sl st in next* Repeat *to* around for a total of 6 ch spaces. The last sl st should be worked in the same sp as the beginning ch and counts as your join.
Row 4: Sl st into first ch space, *[ch 1, sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc], sl st into next ch space.* Repeat *to* around for a total of 6 petals. The last sl st is also the join. Now you will work behind the petals you just created and in the unworked stitches from row 2. The stitches you want to work into are directly to the left of the stitches you sl st-ed into for row 3. In the photo below I marked the stitches you should be using.

Row 5: Ch 1, sl st into the BLO of the first unworked dc from row 2. *Ch 6, skip 3 unworked stitches from row 2 and sl st into next unworked stitch available* Repeat *to* around for a total of 6 ch spaces. Join to beginning ch 1.
Row 6: Sl st into ch space. *[ch 1, sc, hdc, dc, dc, tr, dc, dc, hdc, sc], sl st into next ch space.* Repeat *to* around for a total of 6 petals. The last sl st is also the join.
Row 7: Repeat row 5.
Row 8: Sl st into ch space. *[ch 1, sc, hdc, dc, tr, tr, dtr, tr, tr, dc, hdc, sc], sl st into next ch space.* Repeat *to* around for a total of 6 petals. The last sl st is also the join.
Fasten off & sew on button.
Sew on to headband & sew in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern: Spongebob Squarepants Inspired Scarf

Find the matching hat here: Spongebob Squarepants Inspired Hat

As with all my patterns, if you have a question or have come across an error I would be happy to help. Leave me a comment below or send me a message on facebook at www.facebook.com/byjennidesigns

Size: Young Child

Supplies:

Red Heart With Love in Daffodil, White, Black & Holly Berry

Red Heart Super Saver in Turquoise

Vanna’s Choice in Toffee

Sizes G, H, J Hook

Tapestry Needle

Yarn Bits or Poly-fil

Abbreviations (US Terms):

Ch – Chain

Dc – Double Crochet

FLO – Front Loop Only

Hdc – Half Double Crochet

Sc – Single Crochet

Sl st – Slip Stitch

Notes:

-You can easily make this scarf for any one by simply adding additional rows of daffodil.

-After completing the yellow section of the scarf you will be making the shirt and shorts at each end. This piece will be folded in half to hide all the sewing you have to do to attach the face pieces. Be sure when you fasten off these rows you leave the ends long enough to whip stitch the sides of the scarf together.

-Joins are made with sl st.

Scarf:

With Size J Hook & Daffodil

Row 1: Ch 16, Hdc in 2^nd ch from hook and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2-111: Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Fasten off after row 111.

Now do the following on both ends of the scarf:

Join White

Row 1: Ch 1, Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2-3:  Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Fasten off after row 3 and join with Toffee.

Row 4: Ch 1, Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 5-7:  Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 8: IN FLO: Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 9-11: Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Fasten off after row 11 and join White.

Row 12: Ch 1, Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 13-14:  Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Fasten off after row 14 and join Daffodil.

Row 15: Ch 1, Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Fasten off after row 15 and join Daffodil.

Row 16: Ch 1, Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 17-26: Hdc in same and in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Fasten off after row 26.

Eyes (make 4):

With Size H Hook & Turquoise

Magic circle, 10 hdc. Join. Fasten off.

Join White: Ch 1, 2 hdc in same and in each around. Join.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to sew on to scarf.

Using Size G Hook & Black

Magic circle, 5 sc. Fasten off. Sew on to center of turquoise.

Nose(make 2):

With Size G Hook & Daffodil

Row 1: Ch 5, Join. Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. (5 sc)

Row 2-4: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join.

Fasten off and sew end of nose shut, making sure not so make it pointy. Stuff with yellow yarn bits or poly-fil. Leave end long enough to sew on to hat.

Tie (make 2):

With G Hook & Holly Berry

Ch 4, dc in 3^rd from hook, dc in next. Ch 1, turn. Sl st over 2, ch 2 in corner, 3 dc in same space.

Fasten off leaving end long enough to sew on to hat.

Tooth (make 4):

With Size G Hook & White

Row 1: Ch 3, sc in 2^nd from hook & in next. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: sc in same & in next.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to sew on to hat.

Sew all the pieces in to place, using black yarn weave through the belt and use white to stitch on a little collar. After the pieces are sewn on your scarf it should look like the one shown below.

 And the back that you will be hiding:

Fold brown section in half, it should fold easily since we only worked in the FLO.

Now stitch the sides of the scarf together, below is an explanation of how I sewed it together. Be sure when you sew across the top that you don’t let the eyelashes show through the back of the scarf, they should be covered. Also, when you sew across the scarf take care to pay attention to the front and make sure your stitches are hidden.

Do the same on the other side and you are all done!

Free Crochet Pattern: Spongebob Squarepants Inspired Hat

Skill Level: Easy/Intermediate

Size: Youth/Child, 4-10 years, 20-21" head circumference

Supplies:

Red Heart With Love in Daffodil, White, Black & Holly Berry

Red HeartSuper Saver in Turqua

Vanna’sChoice in Toffee

Size H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook

Tapestry Needle

Extra yarn bits or poly-fil

Abbreviations (US Terms):

Ch – Chain

Dc – Double Crochet

Hdc – Half Double Crochet

Hdc2tog – Half Double Crochet 2 Together

Sc – Single Crochet

Sl st – Slip Stitch

Tr – Treble Crochet

Notes:

-Joins are made with sl st.

-Ch 2 counts as dc.

Hat

With Daffodil:

Row 1: Ch 68, join. Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)

Row 2-12 : Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (69 dc)

Fasten off after row 12.

Turn hat wrong side out and position the seam in the center. Join daffodil at the corner and sl st along the edge to shut the top of the hat. Sew in ends and turn right side out.

Attach White with sl st to beginning foundation chain.

Row 1-5: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join.

Fasten off after row 5.

Join Toffee:

Row 1-5: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join.

Fasten off after row 5.

Earflap 1:

Still using toffee. Lay hat flat with seam facing up, find the center and count over 9 stitches to begin first earflap. You should be leaving 20 stitches unworked in the back.

Row 1: Hdc in 12. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Hdc2tog, hdc in 8, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 3: Hdc2tog, hdc in 6, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 4: Hdc in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 5: Hdc2tog, hdc in 4, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 6: Hdc2tog, hdc in 2, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 7: Hdc in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 8: Hdc2tog, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 9: Hdc2tog.

Fasten off and move on to next earflap.

Count over 25 stitches from the last stitch in row 1 of earflap.

Earflap 2:

Row 1: Hdc in 12. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Hdc2tog, hdc in 8, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 3: Hdc2tog, hdc in 6, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 4: Hdc in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 5: Hdc2tog, hdc in 4, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 6: Hdc2tog, hdc in 2, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 7: Hdc in each across. Ch 1, turn.

Row 8: Hdc2tog, hdc2tog. Ch 1, turn.

Row 9: Hdc2tog.

Ch 1 and sc along entire edge, fasten off.

Eyes

With White (make 2):

The eyes are each made in 3 pieces and then stacked atop each other and sew together.

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 dc in circle. Join.

Row 2: Ch 2, dc in same, 2 dc in next and in each around. Join.

Row 3: Ch 1, hdc in same, 2 hdc in next. *Hdc in next, 2 hdc in next* Repeat *to* around. Join.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to eventually sew on to hat.

Pull magic circle tight and sew in that end only.

With Turquoise (make 2):

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 dc in circle. Join.

Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in same  and in next. *1 sc in next, 2 sc in next 2* Repeat *to*around. Join.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to sew on to white part of eye.

Pull magic circle tight and sew in that end only.

With Black (make 2):

Row 1: Magic circle, 8 hdc. Join.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to sew on to turquoise part of eye.

Pull magic circle tight and sew in that end only.

Now sew black on turquoise then sew the turquoise on to the white. Sew on to hat.

Nose

With Daffodil:

Row 1: Ch 5, Join. Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. (5 sc)

Row 2-5: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join.

Fasten off and sew end of nose shut, making sure not so make it pointy.

Stuff nose with yellow yarn bits or poly-fil.

Tooth
(make 2)

With White:

Row 1: Ch 3, sc in 2^nd from hook & in next. Ch 1, turn.

Row 2: sc in same & in next. Ch 1, turn.

Row 3: Sc in same & next.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to sew on to hat.

Tie

With Holly Berry:

Ch 4, dc in 3^rd from hook, dc in next. Ch 1 & sl st around 3 sides, chaining 2 at the corners.

When you get to the last corner, ch 2 and work 4 dc all in the corner space.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to sew on to hat.

Collar 
(make 2)

With White:

Ch 5, hdc in 2^nd from hook, dc in next, tr in next 2.

Fasten off leaving long enough end to sew on to hat.

Mouth

With Black:

Make a chain of 24, cut yarn leaving a long end to sew on to hat.

Belt

With Black:

Make a chain of 70, leave both ends a little long. Use these ends to weave through the hat, do not do this tightly or it will change the sizing of the hat.

Sew all the pieces on to hat as shown in photo, sew in all your ends.

Using three long strands of toffee, daffodil & white each (9 strands total) make your first braid. Do the same for the other braid OR try only white braids then tie on a blue and a red piece near the bottom of the braid to look like socks! 

Below is my youngest son in the Spongebob inspired hat and scarf, you can find the matching scarf pattern here: Spongebob Inspired Scarf

Free Crochet Pattern: Newborn Bow Beanie

(Shown in Red Heart With Love White & Red Heart Super Saver Baby Pink)

Skill Level: Beginner

Size: Newborn, 13-14" head circumference

Supplies:
Red Heart Super Saver or With Love Yarn in 2 choice colors
        Example Shows: Red Heart With Love White
                                    Red Heart Super Saver Baby Pink
Size H (5.0 mm) Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch


Bow 

Row 1: Ch 40, join with sl st to first ch. Ch 1, sc in same and in each around.(40 sc)
Row 2-7: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around, join with sl st. (40 sc)
Fasten off after row 7 leaving an extra long end for bow center.
Wrap yarn end around center. Set aside and move on to hat.


Hat

Note: Ch 2 does not count as a dc, do not make your joins to the ch 2. Join to the first dc of the row.

Work  your color changes in rows 7 & 9.

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 dc in circle. Join with sl st.
Row 2: Ch 2, dc in same, 2 dc in next and in each around. Join with sl st.
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in same. *Dc in next, 2 dc in next* repeat *to* around. Join with sl st.
Row 4: Ch 2, dc in same. *Dc in next 2, 2 dc in next* repeat *to* around. Join with sl st.
Row 5-10: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join with sl st.
Fasten off after row 10, attach bow & sew in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern: Women's Rows of Spikes Beanie

(Shown in Red Heart With Love Bubble Gum, White & Hot Pink)

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size: Women's, 21-22" head circumference
         For a Youth Size hat, try going down a hook size!

Supplies:

Size I (5.5 mm) Crochet Hook 

Red Heart With Love Yarn in 3 choice colors
        Example Shows: Color 1: Red Heart With Love Hot Pink
                                    Color 2: Red Heart With Love Bubble Gum
                                    Color 3: Red Heart With Love White

Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Optional: Faux Fur or Handmade Pom-Pom

Abbreviations (US Terms):

Ch – Chain
Hdc - Half Double Crochet

Dc – Double Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet

Sl st – Slip Stitch
Sp - Space

Spk – Spike Stitch

Stitch Explanation:
Spike Stitch Explanation: After sc, yarn over, insert hook below dc’s from previous round, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over pull through remaining 2 loops. 

Notes:

-Joins are made with sl st.

-Ch 2’s counts as a stitch unless otherwise noted.

-Rows 2-6 the last stitch is worked in the extra stitch at the end of the row that was created by the join sl st from previous row.

-After joining the spike stitch rows it will seem like there is a gap between the first and last stitches, this is normal, just be sure to sew it shut a little when you sew in your ends.

Gauge: Approx. 4 dc x 2 rows = 1"

With Color 1:

Row 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 10 dc in circle. Join. (11 dc)

Row 2: Ch 2, dc in same, 2 dc in next and in each around. Join. (22 dc)

Row 3: Ch 2, dc in same. *dc in next, 2 dc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join.  (33 dc)

Row 4: Ch 2, dc in same. *dc in next 2, 2 dc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (44 dc)

Row 5: Ch 2, dc in same. *dc in next 3, 2 dc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (55 dc)

Row 6: Ch 2, dc in same. *dc in next 4, 2 dc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (66 dc)

Row 7: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (66 dc)

Fasten off.

Join color 2:

Row 8: Ch 2, spk in next. *Hdc in next, spk in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join to ch 2 not the spk. (see photo below). (1 ch 2, 32 hdc, 33 spk)

(click to enlarge)

Row 9: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (66 hdc)
Fasten off.

Instead of joining in the normal space, make your join in the next space over (to the left). This will make the spike stitches line up nicely. 

Join in the next space over (to the left).

Join color 3:

Row 10: Ch 2, spk in next. *Hdc in next, spk in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join to ch 2 not the spk.  (1 ch 2, 32 hdc, 33 spk)

Row 11: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (66 hdc)

Fasten off.

Join in the next space over (to the left).

Join color 1:

Row 12: Ch 2, spk in next. *Hdc in next, spk in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join to ch 2 not the spk.  (1 ch 2, 32 hdc, 33 spk)

Row 13: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (66 hdc)

Fasten off.

Join in the next space over (to the left).

Join color 2:

Row 14: Ch 2, spk in next. *Hdc in next, spk in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join to ch 2 not the spk.  (1 ch 2, 32 hdc, 33 spk)

Row 15: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (66 hdc)

Fasten off.

Join in the next space over (to the left).

Join color 3:

Row 16: Ch 2, spk in next. *Hdc in next, spk in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join to ch 2 not the spk.  (1 ch 2, 32 hdc, 33 spk)

Row 17: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (66 hdc)
Fasten off.

Join in the next space over (to the left).

Join color 1:

Row 18: Ch 2, spk in next. *Hdc in next, spk in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join to ch 2 not the spk.  (1 ch 2, 32 hdc, 33 spk)

Row 19: Ch 1, hdc in same and in each around. Join. (66 hdc)

Row 20: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (66 sc)

Fasten off, attach optional pom & sew in ends.

Free Crochet Pattern: Youth Size Spike Beanie

(Shown in Red Heart Super Saver Glow Worm & Red Heart With Love Pewter & White)

Skill Level: Easy/Intermediate

Size: Youth, 4-10 yrs., 20-21" head circumference

Supplies:
Red Heart With Love or Super Saver Yarn in 3 choice colors
        Example shows: Color A: Red Heart Super Saver Glow Worm
                                   Color B: Red Heart With Love Pewter
                                   Color C: Red Heart With Love White
Size I (5.5 mm) Crochet Hook
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations (US Terms):
Ch - Chain
Dc - Double Crochet
Sc - Single Crochet
Sl St - Slip Stitch
Spk - Spike Stitch

Stitch Explanation:
Spike Stitch - After sc, yarn over, insert hook below dc’s from previous round, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over pull through remaining 2 loops.

Important Notes:
-Joins are made with a sl st.
-When working your spike stitch, hold your yarn loosely.
-Ch 2's & Ch 1's counts as a stitch.
-This pattern calls for the use of a magic circle, if you don't know how to make one you can learn how with my short video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64O9WVJucFA
-For rows 2, 3, 5, 6 & 7 you will be working your last stitch into the extra space created by the sl st join from the previous row, shown below. For all other rows leave this space unworked.

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Gauge: 7 dc = 2"

With color A:
Row 1: Magic Circle, ch 2, 11 dc in circle. Join. (12 dc)
Row 2: Ch 2, dc in same, 2 dc in next and in each around. Join. (24 dc)
Fasten off.

Join color B:
Row 3: Ch 2, dc in same and next. *2 dc in next, dc in next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (36 dc)
Fasten off.

Join color C:
Row 4: Ch 1, spk over next, *sc in next, spk over next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (18 spk, 18 sc)
Fasten off.

Join color A:
Row 5: Ch 2, dc in same and next 2, *2 dc in next, dc in next 2.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (48 dc)
Row 6: Ch 2, dc in same, dc in next 3, *2 dc in next, 1 dc in next 3.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (60 dc)
Fasten off.

Join color B:
Row 7: Ch 2, dc in same and next 9, *2 dc in next, 1 dc in next 9* Repeat *to* around. Join. (66 dc)
Fasten off.

Join color C:
Row 8: Ch 1, spk over next, *sc in next, spk over next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (33 spk, 33 sc)
Fasten off.

Join color A:
Row 9: Ch 2, dc in same, dc in each around. Join. (66 dc)
Row 10: Ch 2, dc in same, dc in each around. Join. (66 dc)
Fasten off.

Join color B:
Row 11: Ch 2, dc in same and in each around. Join. (66 dc)
Fasten off.

Repeat rows 8-11.

Join color C:
Row 16: Ch 1, spk over next, *sc in next, spk over next.* Repeat *to* around. Join. (33 spk, 33 sc)
Fasten off.

Join color A:
Row 17: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (66 sc)
Fasten off.

Join color B:
Row 18: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (66 sc)
Fasten off.

Join color C:
Row 19: Ch 1, sc in same and in each around. Join. (66 sc)
Fasten off and sew in end.