Free Double Banded Cuff pattern

a Cathy Black design

Double Banded Cuff

Bernat “Satin” : 1 skein

Metal Beaded Trim

(2) ½” DIA. snaps

Matching Thread

Crochet Hook: 4.00mm (US G)

Needles

Ch 13

Row 1: yo hook 3 times, in 5th ch from end draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times. Yo hook 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook. Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook.  Ch 4.

Row 2: yo hook 3 times, draw up loop in 1st st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times. Yo hook 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook.  Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook.  Ch 4.

Repeat row 2 to desired length, omitting last ch 4 on final row.

Fasten off.

Steam or block flat.

Sew edging to crochet end at a ch 3 section. Weave over then under posts. Sew end of edging to opposite end.

Tack edging woven under.

Repeat edging on other side.

Sew on snaps at each corner for closures.

Vogue Knitting Crochet magazine

I have mine...did you get yours?

So far I am only a few pages into it, but I LOVE it.  I have just read some of the articles and trend reports and have been very impressed.  It seems like I am reading a fashion/trend magazine right now instead of a crochet pattern magazine.  I am hoping that with the increased fashion showcasing crochet on the runways that there will be enough interest to keep Vogue doing on issue.  At least more often than once every 18 years!

Lets see how many patterns I will have to add to my to do list by the last page!  That will be the true test of how much I like an issue.  The most I usually like is only 2 patterns.  I will keep you posted.

Free Beaded Bracelet pattern

a Cathy Black design

Beaded Bracelet

Bernat “Satin” : 1 skein

Pearls

Seed Beads

Two-strand Metal Clasp

Matching Thread

Crochet Hook: 4.00mm (US G)

Needles

Ch 9

Row 1: yo hook 3 times, in 5th ch from end draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times. Yo hook 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook. Ch 4.

Row 2: yo hook 3 times, draw up loop in 1st st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times. Yo hook 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook, ch 4.

Repeat row 2 to desired lenght.  On last row finish off instead of ch 4.

Steam or block flat.

Attach thread at end of a “ladder rung.“ Thread 4 pearls in each center of each section. Tie off at opposite end of length on a “ladder rung.”

Attach thread on bottom side of crochet bracelet. Threading through center of crochet length, sew 1 pearl in each space between clusters, and 3 seed beads on top of cluster centers. Tie off at bottom of last 3 bead cluster.

Attach clasp at ends.

Progress on the hairpin lace

I have managed to complete all three sections of the hairpin lace for the Just Married Shawl, and actually have already hooked the sections together.  The picture above shows me in process on the second section.  I used another yarn threaded through before I removed it from the loom to hold the stitches in front to back order.  This helped me know which direction to put the loop on my hook and be consistent.  Now I am in the process of the edging and have found that I can keep them in consistent order without the thread guide. 

So far I really like the pattern.  I am anxious to see it finished.

Free Skinny Ladder Scarf

a Cathy Black design

Skinny Ladder Scarf

RED HEART “SOFT YARN” : 1 skein

Crochet Hook: 4.00mm (US G)

Ch 13

Row 1: yo hook 3 times, in 5th ch from end, draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times. Yo hook 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook, ch 3. Repeat from first * to drawing through 4 loops. Ch 4.

Row 2: yo 3 times, draw up loop in 1st st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times. Yo hook 2 times, draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Ch 3. *yo 3 times, skip 3 ch and draw up loop, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 3 times* repeat from * once in same st. Yo 2 times,draw up loop in same st, [yo and draw through 2 loops] 2 times, yo draw through all 4 loops on hook, ch 3. Repeat from first * to end once. Ch 4.

Repeat Row 2 to desired length.  On last row ommit ending Ch 4.  Fasten off.

Change in plans

So earlier this month I posted this post about projects to make after I got my swatches completed.  Well, I decided not to do either one of them and do something else.  I thought I would try something new. Hairpin lace. 

The pattern is the Just Married Shawl published in the recent edition of "Crochet Today!" The majority of it is three sections of hairpin lace.  In the magazine there is a tutorial of how to do the basic hairpin stitch to create the sections, but it confused me and left me with more questions than it answered.  Luckily through several different YouTube videos I was able to see what I was suppose to do, and what was being talked about in the written tutorial.  I didn't have to go out and buy a frame since I had one from a major auction score that consisted of knitting needles, crochet hooks, large wooden embroidery hoops, a couple of store bought needlepoint kits

I have already completed two sections and should complete the last one tonight.  I have managed to figure out how to do the repetitive motion with Sylvia sleeping on my chest.  Last night she even watched me and became mesmerised with the motion of the frame turning.  She quickly fell asleep.  I am using Naturally Caron Spa yarn in the misty taupe colorway.  I love the way it feels, and the color is the beautiful warm grey.  The only thing that I don't like is that it splits easy with using the G hook the pattern calls for.  I haven't used this yarn before so I'm anxious to see how it wears and how the rest of the pattern comes together. 

And, of course, Darla had to get in on the photo-op of my hairpin progress.  She is also getting used to Sylvia and now keeps us both company during the day instead of hiding like she did before.

Doing a little dance

I HAVE FINISHED ALL THE SWATCHES!

Between all my re-dos and double checking all the swatches are complete and I am satisfied with them for my CGOA Masters course.  I received the instructions at the end of December of 2011, started the swatches in the end of January 2012, and finished them today!  All that is left to do is write out the questions and put it all in a binder as instructed to be mailed for grading. 

Today feels like I'm back in high school and it is the end of school!  Time to celebrate -where's the wine?!