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Free Crochet Pattern-- Fauxy Cocoon

Thursday, February 14, 2019

The Fauxy Cocoon is by far my most worn crocheted item that I personally designed. The shrug is made with Lion Brand's Go For Faux and Coboo. Not only are these two yarns soft, it really brings the heat. If you are someone who easily gets cold, please don't hesitate with this one. You will want to hibernate in it all winter long.

When Lion Brand released the Go For Faux yarn, I couldn't resist ordering a dozen skeins of it and I am so glad that I did. I couldn't stop petting the skeins when my box arrived and then it dawned on me that I had no idea what to do them. Then I wondered how this yarn would feel like if I had it wrapped around my body. I'm so happy that I ended up designing this cocoon because it saved me from a very cold winter last year.

Pattern

For the ad-free and inexpensive PDF version, please visit Etsy or Ravelry. The PDF version comes with additional step-by-step pictures for the collar and cuffs.

To pin this pattern for later, visit Pinterest.

Materials

-6 (6) skeins of Lion Brand Go For Faux in Pink Poodle

-4 (6) skeins of Lion Brand Coboo in Pink

-10.0mm hook

-5.5 mm hook

-tapestry needle

-lint roller

Gauge

Body: every 7 stitches and 4 rows = 4"

Ribbing: every 6 stitches and 7 rows = 2"

Measurements

The body (essentially a rectangle) in S/M is roughly around 33“ x 36” and for L/XL 35”x 38”.

For S/M, the width of your rectangle should measure 33" across and for L/X 35" across. Adjust your tension or switch to a different hook size if needed.

Small/Medium: Wrist to Wrist 50 “, Length from top to bottom 38”

Large/X-Large: Wrist-to-Wrist 52”, Length from top to bottom 40”

Keep in mind that when worn, it has the ability to stretch.

Abbreviations

ch- chain

slst- slip stitch

st(s)- stitch(es)

sp(s)- spaces

sc- single crochet

dc- double

dc2tog-double crochet 2 together

rSC- reverse single crochet

Notes

Please check your gauge. I recommend doing a swatch before beginning. Adjust your tension or hook size to achieve the gauge.

If you would like to make your cocoon smaller or larger, simply chain an odd number plus 4 for your starting chain or simply crochet more rows.

If you are finding your rectangle turning out smaller than anticipated, simply crochet more rows.

Beginning chain counts as a stitch unless otherwise noted.

Sizing available in S/M and L/XL. The pattern is written as follows: S/M (L/XL).

Pattern

Chain 59 (63)

Row 1: dc into the 5th ch from the hook (counts as a dc and a st), *ch 1 and skip a st, dc in the next st* repeat to the end, ch 3, turn your work (57 (28 ch sps and 29 dc), 61 (30 ch sps and 31 dc))

Row 2: ch3, *dc into the next ch sp, ch 1 and skip a st* repeat to the end, dc in the last ch sp, turn your work (57, 61)

Row 3-36 (38) : Repeat row 2

Lay your finished piece on the floor with the foundation chain on the left and the last row on the right.

Fold your piece in half by pulling the top down to the bottom.

With your tapestry needle and some Coboo yarn, sew up the sides stopping at the double crochets after the 7th chain space. (Make sure that all double crochets and chain spaces are aligned to their respective counterparts.)

I used the mattress stitch to seam up the sides of the body.

You should have 14 (16) chain spaces that are not seamed. We will continue working into these chain spaces to create a sleeve.

We will work in one direction for the remainder of the sleeve.

With your 10.0mm hook, attach the faux fur yarn to the last double crochet where you seamed.

Sleeves

Row 1: ch3 (counts as a st and ch 1 and for the remainder of the sleeve), dc into the first ch1 sp, *ch 1 and skip a st, dc into the next ch sp* repeat to the end, ch1 slst into the first ch sp of the row (15 ch sps, 17 ch sps)

Row 2: ch3, dc2tog in the next two ch sps , *ch 1 and skip a st, dc into the next ch sp* repeat until you have two ch sps left, ch1, dc2tog in the last two ch sps, slst into the turning chain (13 ch sps, 15 ch sps)

*Note*

Row 3: ch3, dc2tog (insert in the ch sp before and after the previous row’s dc2tog), *ch 1 and skip a st, dc into the next ch sp* repeat until you have two ch sps left, dc2tog, slst into the turning chain (11 ch sps 19 ch sps)

Row 4: repeat row 3 (9 ch sps, 13 ch sps)

SIZE SMALl/MEDIUM (SIZE L/XL skip down to SIZE LARGE/X-LARGE)

Row 5: ch 3, dc in the next ch sp (the ch sp before the last row’s dc2tog), *ch1, dc in the next ch sp* repeat to the end, sl st into the beginning ch (9 ch sps)

SIZE LARGE/X-LARGE

Row 5: repeat row 3 (11 ch sps)

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

Cuffs

With your 5.5mm hook, hold two strands of your Coboo yarn together and attach it into a chain space at the bottom of the armhole opening (where it will be least visible when worn).

Row 1:ch 3 (counts as a dc), 3 dc in the same ch sp where you attached your yarn, *4 dc in the next ch sp* repeat to the end, sl st into the top of the ch 3 from the beginning of the row (36, 44)

Row 2:ch 3 (counts as a dc), *dc into the 3rd loop of the dc from the previous row* repeat to the end, sl st into the top of the ch 3 from the beginning of the row (36, 44)

Row 3: ch 1, rsc across

Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.

Do the same to the other armhole.

Collar

With your 5.5mm hook, hold two strands of your Coboo yarn together and attach it into a chain space somewhere on the bottom of your cocoon.

Row 1: ch3, 3dc in the same ch sp you attached your ch 3, *4 dc in the next ch sp* repeat to the end, slst to the top of the ch 3 from the beginning on the row (288, 304)

Row 2: ch3, *dc in the 3rd loop of each dc from the previous row* repeat to the end, slst into the top of ch 3 from the beginning of the row (288, 304)

Row 3-10: repeat row 2

Row 11: ch 1, rsc to the end, slst into the ch 1 from the beginning of the row (288, 304)

Fasten off and weave in all your loose ends. Give it a good roll with the lint roller.

Hope that you were able to complete your own Fauxy Cocoon cause it is a definite must-have. As always, I would love to hear from you! Keep in touch via social media!

Happy crocheting!

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Free Crochet Pattern-- Fauxy Cocoon

Free Crochet Pattern-- Polar Bow Tie Scarf

Thursday, January 17, 2019

I just can't get enough of this Lion Brand Go For Faux yarn. Besides the softness of this yarn, you wouldn't believe the warmth it brings. In fact, I wore this scarf around my house all week (my family says I'm cold-blooded cause I'm always complaining about being cold).
The Go For Faux yarn can be tricky though if you are not careful. A stitch can be easily skipped so really make sure you use of your fingers and feel for your following stitches.
When this yarn first appeared on the Lion Brand website, I was absolutely thrilled. I bought a couple skeins and after the yarn arrived, I went right back to the website to buy some more.

The design for this scarf is made for beginners. Double crochet is worked throughout the whole pattern with the exception of chaining a "keyhole" on one end of the scarf. This "keyhole" is where you slip in the other end of your scarf to secure your scarf in place. It's a very simple and practical design. A child size pattern is included for your little ones and truly, it is simple enough for them to put it on on their own.

If you don't like any of these colors that's okay too. Because, guess what? Lion Brand carries more of these wonderful faux fur yarn in different colors. Just pick your favorite and let's get crocheting.

Materials

-2 skeins of Lion Brand Yarn Go For Faux Baked Alaska (or 1 skein in Pink Poodle for child size)
-9mm hook
-tapestry needle
-2 stitch holderslint roller

Abbreviations

ch- chain
dc- double crochet

Gauge

Every 7 sts and 4 rows is 4”.

Measurements

Adult size: 40” long and 6” wide

Child size: 26” long and 4.25” wide

Notes

The chain 2 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch.

I highly recommend using a stitch holder to mark the first dc in each row because the stitches can get hard to see.

Due to the nature of this yarn, the stitches are difficult to see. Use your fingers to feel for the next stitch.

The two-tone Polar Bow Tie Scarf that is visible at the top was made with both Baked Alaska and Pink Poodle. If you plan to make the two-tone colored scarf, switch your color at the beginning of row 4 for the adult size and row 3 for the child size.

Pattern

For an inexpensive ad-free PDF version, visit Etsy or Ravelry.

To pin this pattern for later, visit Pinterest.

Adult size

Chain 66

Row 1: dc into the 3rd chain from the hook (place a stitch holder here so you can easily find your first st), dc across, turn your work (64)

Row 2-3: ch2 , dc across, turn your work

Row 4: ch2, dc into the next 15 sts, ch 3 loosely and skip the next 3 sts, dc across to the end, turn your work

Row 5-7: ch 2, dc across, turn your work

Fasten off and weave in all your loose ends.

Child size

Chain 56

Row 1: dc in the 3^rdchain from the hook (place a stitch holder here so you can easily find your first st) dc across, turn your work (54)

Row 2: ch 2, dc across, turn your work

Row 3: ch 2, dc in the next 11 sts, ch 3 and skip the next 3 sts, dc across to the end, turn your work

Row 4-5: ch 2, dc across, turn your work

Fasten off and weave in all your loose ends. Once finished, take your lint roller and give it a good roll.

I hope you enjoyed this cozy scarf pattern. Comment below and let me know what you think.

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Happy crocheting!

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Free Crochet Pattern-- Polar Bow Tie Scarf

Free Crochet Pattern-- Belle Poncho

Saturday, January 20, 2018

The Belle Poncho is a poncho inspired by Disney's character Belle from Beauty and the Beast. She holds a special place in my heart mainly because Belle was a character that I could relate to in my youth.

I was and still am a lover of books. You could almost always find me in a library or a bookstore growing up. In college, I practically lived at the library because there was a part of the building that remained open 24 hours a day. Though I don't do as much reading as I would like, I still continue to collect them and love the smell of old books.

When I think of this book-loving character, I also remember the scene of Belle in the snow with the Beast in her red poncho. Perfect color for Christmas and Valentine. I hope you enjoy this classic design.