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3.It takes you to the pattern page – you will need to log-in to Ravelry to see the “Hook it” icon in step 4
4.Click on the "Hook it" icon in the top right area
5.It will let you fill in the blanks, name your own name for the piece you
worked. You can name it whatever you want. Example: Sparkles’s blah blah blah. It will let you rate the pattern also. So you enter all the information about your "project" like, did you like it, did you have to add a round of sc's to make it the right size, what yarn you used etc and then you save that. General notes for other people who
will see it.
6.Then there is a tab so you can add your pictures of your square or blanket or multiple squares with the same pattern.
If you had already created your project on Ravelry before I posted the pattern, you will need to go to the link above – highlight and copy the BOLD name of the pattern that I named it. Then go to your project page and put in this name as the pattern name link.
I'm so very sorry for all of the headache's lately regarding the mystery CAL. I tried a new program that would let people print the pattern directly from the blog. What I didn't know is that if someone reported an error, the program that I was using to print was not updating when I changed the pattern.
I just decided to go ahead and put the clue's as a download on Ravelry for right now, which is the old way of doing it. Hopefully you still want to continue. I'm very distraught over the entire fiasco. Crocheting is supposed to be calming. I'm highly stressed about this but believe I have it working now.
I deleted all older postings of the pattern and hope you will continue to participate.
I am making my blankie for a baby boy so I am using yarn colors of a beautiful lime green, turquoise, and white. I will list the yarn I am using but feel free to select your own colors.
Michaels - Loops and Threads – “Snuggly Wuggly” Baby Sport 3 ply medium worsted 446 yds
Color A: Silly Sprite - 1 skein
Color B: Cool Baby - 1 skein
Color C: White - 2 skeins
Hook Size: I/8-5.50 mm
Size: ?
Skill level: Advanced beginner / Intermediate
Notions: Yarn needle
Special Stitches:
Shell: 2 dc in ch or between indicated sts
Popcorn:5 dc in indicated sp between sts, drop loop from hook, insert hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first double crochet of the group, place dropped yarn loop back on hook, pull yarn through the stitch)
Reverse Popcorn:5 dc in indicated sp between sts, DO NOT drop loop from hook, insert hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first double crochet of the group, Yarn Over, pull yarn through the stitch
How to change yarn colors
Work 1st dc of the shell, yarn over, insert your hook into same space, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops, drop the current color yarn and finish the stitch with the new color by working a yarn over then draw through the remaining two loops.
Please watch this video to learn how the yarn color changes are worked.
If you want a .pdf copy of this pattern or if you make this item – please click on this link below and add your own pictures as a project on Ravelry. Just click on the crochet hook with the words “Hook It” if this is a crochet pattern or if it is a knit pattern click on the words “Cast On” near the top right side and this will add your item as a project. Then you can add the pictures when you have completed your project.
Don’t cut yarn unless told to. Do not work over yarn tails more than 2 or 3 shells worth when you are joining new colors together when adding new shells. Untangle yarns at the end of each row.
Row 8: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 22 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 28 shells changing color to color A in last shell, shell in next 7 shells. (58 shells) (7 color A shells, 23 color B shells, 28 color C shells)
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE BEGINNING ROW 9
Before working future rounds, be sure to watch the video for Popcorn Stitches and Reverse Popcorn Stitches. When working stitches into a Popcorn or Reverse Popcorn stitch remember whatever kind of stitch you are making must be worked into the closed portion of the popcorn (the area where you did your final yarn over when you completed the final pull through to finish off the Popcorn or Reverse Popcorn.
If you are a beginner to crochet and don’t feel comfortable doing Popcorn or Reverse Popcorn stitches, please substitute a SHELL whenever you encounter the Popcorn or Reverse Popcorn stitch from this point forward.
Please watch this video to learn how to work
Popcorn stitches and Reverse Popcorn stitches.
Row 9: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 6 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 17 shells, Popcorn in next shell, shell in next 11 shells changing colors in last shell to color B, shell in next 22 shells. (57 shells, 1 Popcorn) (7 color A shells, 22 color B shells, 28 color C shells, 1 Popcorn)
Row 10: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 20 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 11 shells, Reverse Popcorn in next shell, shell in next 8 shells or popcorns, Reverse Popcorn in next two shells, shell in next 9 shells changing to color A in last shell, shell in next 6 shells. (55 shells, 3 Reverse Popcorn) (6 color A shells, 21 color B shells, 28 color C shells, 3 Reverse Popcorn)
Row 11: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 5 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 9 shells, Popcorn in next Popcorn, shell in next 10 shells or Popcorns, Popcorn in next shell, shell in next 11 shells changing colors in last shell to color B, shell in next 20 shells. (56 shells, 2 Popcorn) (6 color A shells, 20 color B shells, 30 color C shells, 2 Popcorn)
Row 12: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 18 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 12 shells, Reverse Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 5 shells or popcorns, Reverse Popcorn in next shell, shell in next 4 shells, Reverse Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 10 shells changing to color A in last shell, shell in next 5 shells. (55 shells, 3 Reverse Popcorn) (5 color A shells, 19 color B shells, 31 color C shells, 3 Reverse Popcorn)
Row 13: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 3 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 11 shells, Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 4 shells or Popcorns, Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 5 shells, Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 13 shells changing colors in last shell to color B, shell in next 18 shells. (55 shells, 3 Popcorn) (4 color A shells, 18 color B shells, 33 color C shells, 3 Popcorn)
Row 14: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 16 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 14 shells, Reverse Popcorn in next or popcorn, shell in next 5 shells, Reverse Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 4 shells, Reverse Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 12 shells changing to color A in last shell, shell in next 3 shells. (55 shells, 3 Reverse Popcorn) (3 color A shells, 17 color B shells, 35 color C shells, 3 Reverse Popcorn)
Row 15: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 2 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 12 shells, Popcorn in next 12 shells or Popcorn, shell in next 15 shells changing colors in last shell to color B, shell in next 16 shells. (46 shells, 12 Popcorn) (3 color A shells, 16 color B shells, 27 color C shells, 12 Popcorn)
Row 16: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 14 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 16 shells, Reverse Popcorn in next popcorn, shell in next 10 popcorns, Reverse Popcorn in next shell, shell in next 12 shells changing to color A in last shell, shell in next 3 shells. (56 shells, 2 Reverse Popcorn) (3 color A shells, 15 color B shells, 38 color C shells, 2 Reverse Popcorn)
Row 17: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 2 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 13 shells, Popcorn in next shell, shell in next 27 shells or popcorns changing colors in last shell to color B, shell in next 14 shells. (57 shells, 1 Popcorn) (3 color A shells, 14 color B shells, 40 color C shells, 1 Popcorn)
This pattern has not been tested. Please notify me of any pattern corrections. I will answer any and all questions you may have with the instructions. Do not plagiarize this pattern. All patterns are my original designs. Please do not re-sell my patterns or give them away for free or post my patterns on the internet. You may sell items you make from my patterns at craft fairs, fund raisers or custom orders for friends and family but please do not sell finished items on the Internet without my written permission. Do not claim designs as your own.
This pattern is copyrighted by me and I give my permission for you to post pictures of items made from my pattern on your website if you will post a link back to my ETSY store if the pattern is for sale. If the pattern is free, please direct people to my blog. Be sure to list the name SmoothFox as the designer.
I am making my blankie for a baby boy so I am using yarn colors of a beautiful lime green, turquoise, and white. I will list the yarn I am using but feel free to select your own colors.
Michaels - Loops &Threads – “Snuggly Wuggly” Baby Sport 3 ply med worsted 446 yds
Color A:Silly Sprite- 1 skein
Color B:Cool Baby - 1 skein
Color C:White - 2 skeins
Hook Size: I/8-5.50 mm
Size: ?
Skill level: Advanced beginner / Intermediate
Notions: Yarn needle
Special Stitches:
Shell: 2 dc in ch or between indicated sts
Popcorn:5 dc in indicated sp between sts, drop loop from hook, insert hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first double crochet of the group, place dropped yarn loop back on hook, pull yarn through the stitch)
Reverse Popcorn:5 dc in indicated sp between sts, DO NOT drop loop from hook, insert hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first double crochet of the group, Yarn Over, pull yarn through the stitch
How to change yarn colors
Work 1st dc of the shell, yarn over, insert your hook into same space, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through two loops, drop the current color yarn and finish the stitch with the new color by working a yarn over then draw through the remaining two loops.
Please watch this video to learn how the yarn color changes are worked.
If you want a .pdf copy of this pattern or if you make this item – please click on this link below and add your own pictures as a project on Ravelry. Just click on the crochet hook with the words “Hook It” if this is a crochet pattern or if it is a knit pattern click on the words “Cast On” near the top right side and this will add your item as a project. Then you can add the pictures when you have completed your project.
Don’t cut yarn unless told to. Do not work over yarn tails more than 2 or 3 shells worth when you are joining new colors together when adding new shells. Untangle yarns at the end of each row. Odd numbered rows are the right side of the blankie.
Row 1: Using color A ch 58, insert stitch marker in 58th ch to mark center of right side, ch 60, turn, dc in 4th ch from hook, *[sk 1 ch, 2 dc in next ch shell made]* 28 times change to color B, repeat * to * 29 times. (58 shells) (29 color A shells, 29 color B shells)
ALL SHELLS ARE WORKED IN THE CENTER OF THE SHELL BELOW - BETWEEN THE TWO STITCHES OF THE SHELL
Row 2: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 28 shells changing colors in last shell to color A, shell in next 29 shells. (58 shells) (29 color A shells, 29 color B shells)
Row 3: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 28 shells changing colors in last shell to color B, shell in next 29 shells. CUT COLOR A (58 shells) (29 color A shells, 29 color B shells)
Row 4: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 27 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 14 shells changing to color A in last shell, shell in next 16 shells. (58 shells) (16 color A shells, 28 color B shells, 14 color C shells)
Row 5: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 13 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 18 shells changing to color B in last shell, shell in next 26 shells. (58 shells) (14 color A shells, 26 color B shells, 18 color C shells)
Row 6: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 24 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 22 shells changing color to color A in last shell, shell in next 11 shells. (58 shells) (11 color A shells, 25 color B shells, 22 color C shells)
Row 7: Turn, slip st between 1st and 2nd dc of shell, ch 3, dc in same sp, shell in next 8 shells changing colors in last shell to color C, shell in next 25 shells changing color to color B in last shell, shell in next 24 shells. (58 shells) (9 color A shells, 24 color B shells, 25 color C shells)
PLEASE POST COMMENTS WHEN YOU ARE READY FOR CLUE 2
This pattern has not been tested. Please notify me of any pattern corrections. I will answer any and all questions you may have with the instructions. Do not plagiarize this pattern. All patterns are my original designs. Please do not re-sell my patterns or give them away for free or post my patterns on the internet. You may sell items you make from my patterns at craft fairs, fund raisers or custom orders for friends and family but please do not sell finished items on the Internet without my written permission. Do not claim designs as your own.
This pattern is copyrighted by me and I give my permission for you to post pictures of items made from my pattern on your website if you will post a link back to my ETSY store if the pattern is for sale. If the pattern is free, please direct people to my blog. Be sure to list the name SmoothFox as the designer.
That's right. We will be crocheting a one-piece, flat (no squares to piece together) MYSTERY Baby Blankie as a Crochet-A-Long also known as a CAL. Everyone can go at their own pace, use their own yarn color choices. However, once all of the clues are out, it will only be available for a short period as a free pattern. So get'em while they are available.
I will post clues to the pattern every few days or I'll wait for about 10 people to post comments or email me that they are ready for the next clues and I'll be crocheting the blankie along with you.
I'm making my blankie for a baby boy so I am using beautiful lime green, turquoise, and white. I will list the yarn I am using but feel free to select your own colors. I have made the blanket over half way through one time and then decided I wanted different colors so I'm starting over. I'm quite sure that colors A and B will have plenty in the skeins to complete the blanket. Just to be on the safe side though, color C should be 2 skeins.
If anyone finds an error in any clues, please email me (see below) and I will come back to the blog and make the corrections in a different color of ink.
The first clue will be in the next blog post. I'll include a short YouTube video for newer crocheter's who might not know how to change yarn colors while crocheting.
If you decide to join in the Crochet-A-Long for the Mystery Baby Blankie please follow this link and click on the crochet hook to show your interest in this project. You must be signed into Ravelry to add this as a project.
SmoothFoxHelperCindy is learning to knit so I decided to make her a few video's. After making the video's for her, I thought a couple of people out there might want to watch them also so I've made them available to the public. I'm not an expert knitter and don't claim to be. Anyone new to knitting who wants to follow along, we will be knitting a simple stripped knitted hat. I've just been updated today - finally - with YouTube so I can now make longer video's. We're not talking full length movies mind ya LOL, however I should be able to get a full project into one video.
When I was first learning to knit I searched for video's to learn to knit a hat. However I wanted it put together all in one project so I could see how a full hat was made. All I found were video's that never showed the entire project so I was highly frustrated. There are 4 video's below and I'll be adding more to this blog posting to complete the entire hat within the next few days.
I'm hoping that Cindy doesn't get to frustrated in me because I'm not an expert but I just figured she could watch more experienced knitters if she got stumped on a certain part or I could do another video. My problem in these video's is that Cindy is working the hat flat (not on a circular knitting needle) and I'm trying to show her how to use circular knitting needles for a hat.
I have no doubt that those experienced knitters out there who are familiar with working a hat "flat" will find fault with the video's and if you will email me (not all at once) with my mistakes, as I still have more video's to make for Cindy, I'll address what I told her in prior video's that was incorrect from your emails.
