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This one is for all of you chocolate lovers! It has the rich, dark color of chocolate (even if the main yarn is called coffee) with two changes of color to give it interest. It is a keyhole scarf (long) and ends in a pretty lace that is totally simple to make yet very effective so that this scarf can be warm and cozy yet feminine and lovely. Enjoy!

Skill- Advanced beginner onward
Size- 49" L x 7  3/4" W

Materials-
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee (1 skein)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cafe Latte (4 1/2 yards per side, in other words, 9 yards total)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Carrot (4 oz)
Crochet hook size H
Blunt needle to weave in ends
Scissors

First Side-
With Coffee and H hook, ch 27.
Row 1- 1 dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across. (25 dc) Ch 3, turn.
Row 2- 3 dc, ch 2, 1 tr in next dc, skip 4 dc, *3 dc, ch 2, 1 tr in next dc, skip 4 dc, rep from * across, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Row 3- 3 dc, ch 2, 1 tr in first ch-2 sp, *skip till next ch-2 sp and work 3 dc, ch 2, 1 tr in first ch-2 sp, rep from * across, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Rows 4 to 12- Alternate rows 2 and 3 for pattern. Ch 1, turn.
Row 13- Work 25 sc across. Ch 3. turn. (25 sc)
Row 14- 1 dc in each sc across. (25 dc, counting beginning ch 3) Ch 4, turn.
Row 15- 1 tr in each dc across. (25 tr) Ch 3, turn.
Row 16- 1 dc in each tr across. (25 dc) Ch 4, turn.
Rows 17 to 43- Alternate 1 tr row and 1 dc row, ending with a dc row. Fasten off, weave in tails.
Row 44- 1 tr in next dc and in each of next 3 dc, ch 15, skip 15 dc, 1 tr in each of last 5 dc. (25 sts. Keyhole started) Ch 3 turn.
Row 45- 1 dc in each ch and in each tr across. (Keyhole completed) (25 sts) Ch 3, turn.
Row 46- 1 dc in each st across. (25 sts) (25 sts) Ch 3, turn.
Rnd 47- 1 dc in each st across. (25 sts) Fasten off, weave in tails.
Row 48- Join Cafe Latte and work 1 sc in each st across. (25 sts) Ch 1, turn.
Row 49- 1 sc in each st across. (25 sts) Ch 1, turn.
Row 50- 1 sc in each st across. (25 sts) Fasten off, weave in tails.
Lace-
Row 1- Join Carrot to first sc of row, ch 3, 1 dc in same sc, *ch 1, skip 2 sts, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, skip 2 sts, 3 dc in next st, rep from * across, end row with 2 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Row 2- 1 dc in same spot as ch 3, *ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip first dc of 3-dc shell, 1 V St of 1 dc, ch 2, 1 dc in next dc of 3-dc shell, skip last dc of shell, rep from * across, 2 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Rows 3 to 14- Alternate row 1 and 2 of lace. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Join Cafe Latte to opposite side of scarf and rep rows 48 to 50 as previously done. Fasten off, weave in tails.
Join Carrot and repeat Lace rows. Fasten off, weave in tails.

Done!

Bible Universe

Gemstone Royale

Those of you who love gemstone colors will enjoy this simple, but pretty little scarflet. It gives just enough warmth around your neck and it works up really fast.
It is an ideal, quick project for gift-giving of any kind and also for charity!

Materials-
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Royal
Red Heart worsted variegated yarn Gemstone
Crochet hook size H
Scissors
Blunt needle to weave in ends

Note- Ch 3 counts as 1 dc, and ch 4 counts as 1 tr throughout.

Ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 3, turn. (17 sc)
Row 3- 1 dc in each sc across. (17 dc). Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 1 tr in next dc and in each dc across. Ch 3, turn. (17 tr)
Row 5- 1 dc in next tr and in each tr across. Ch 4, turn. (17 dc)
Rows 6 to 35- Repeat rows 2 and 3 alternately. Ch 3, turn. (17 tr)
Row 36- 1 dc in each tr across. Ch 4, turn. (17 dc)
Row 37- 1 tr in each of next 3 dc, ch 9, skip 9 dc, 1 tr in each of last 4 tr. Ch 3, turn. (17 stitches)
Row 38- 1 dc in each tr and in each ch across. (17 dc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 39- 1 sc in each dc across. Ch 1, turn. (17 sc)
Row 40- 1 sc in each dc across. (17 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail.

Lace Edgings-
Join variegated Gemstone.
Row 41- Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc in each row), 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 2, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 2, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. (13 dc) Ch 3, turn.
Row 42- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 2, 1 sc in next dc, ch 6, skip 5 dc, 1 sc in next dc, ch 2, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 43- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 2, 9 dc in next ch-6 sp, ch 2, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 44- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 2, skip next dc, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 2, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 2, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 45- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, work 1 dc, ch 1, 6 times, 1 dc, in next ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Rows 46 to 50- Join variegated Gemstone yarn to opposite side and rep rows 38 to 42. Fasten of, weave in tail.

Done!
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Sumptuous Gemstones

You can put any old thing around your neck to get some warmth, but I prefer to put a lovely thing!
This pretty short scarf is made mostly from scraps of various colors which coordinate with a variegated yarn. Any granny square or patchwork lover will really go for this one!


Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn (Super Saver) in the following colors:
Claret (scraps)
Burgundy (scraps)
Paddy Green (scraps)
Soft navy (scraps)
Blue (scraps)
Turqua (scraps)
Shocking Pink (scraps)
Real Teal (scraps)
Royal (scraps)
Amethyst (scraps)
Dark Orchid (scraps)
Red Heart Variegated Classic Gemstone (scraps)

Crochet hook sizes H, G and F
Blunt needle
Scissors
Measuring tape


Solid half Squares:
With Suggested color and H hook, ch 3.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook, ch 2, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (3 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (5 sc)
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (7 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (9 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (11 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (13 sc)
Row 8- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (15 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (17 sc)
Row 10- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (19 sc)
Row 11- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (21 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.


Make 1 Solid Half Square in each of the following colors:

Turqua
Shocking Pink
Paddy Green
Real Teal
Amethyst
Dark Orchid
Burgundy
Claret


Granny Half Squares:
With H hook and suggested color, ch 5.
Row 1- 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in 5th ch from hook, ch 1, 1 dc. Ch 4, turn.
Row 2- 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, 1 dc in last dc. Ch 4, turn.
Row 3- 3 dc, ch 1 in each of next ch-1 spaces, 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, 3 dc and ch 1 in each of next 2 ch-1 spaces, ch 1, 1 dc in last stitch of row. Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 3 dc, ch 1 in each of next 3 ch-1 spaces, 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in next ch-3 sp, ch 1, 3 dc and ch 1 in each of next 3 ch-1 spaces, ch 1, 1 dc in last stitch of row. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Make 8 granny Half Squres for this short scarf in the following colors:
4 in Soft Navy
3 in Royal
1 in blue


Sew 1 Solid Half Square to 1 Granny Half Square to each other to form a square. Then, when you have all your squares completed, sew to each other.
Fasten off, weave in tail.

Edging-
Row 1- With F hook join Gemstone yarn to the edge of one of the narrow edges of the scarf, work 18 sc across that edge.
2 sc in corner, and now, working on the long side of scarf, make 127 sc across that long edge, making 2 sc in corner, and making 18 sc
across opposite short side of scarf, then make 127 sc on opposite long side of scarf. (290 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc all around. (290 sc) Ch 4, turn.
Row 3- Skip 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, *ch 4, skip 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, rep from * across. Fasten off, weave in tail. Repeat these loops on opposite
short side of scarf. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Measure and cut 4 pieces of yarn, 8 inches long, per loop and folding them in half, insert hook in loop and pull center of fold, then pass ends of yarn through the loop that has formed
and tighten to complete the tassel. Repeat across. Do the same on opposite short end of scarf.

Gathering Strap-
Note- leave a tail at the beginning of strap and at the end of it to sew to sides of scarf.

With Gemstone and G hook, Ch 22.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (20 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 2- 1 hdc in each sc across. (20 hdc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each hdc across. (20 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and placing the strap across the middle of the second square on the left side of scarf, sew strap in place.
Fasten off, weave in tails.

Done!



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Symphony in Grey Scarf

This is a buttoned-up lacy-edged scarf that is just simple and gorgeous! The pale, silvery grey is a neutral color that goes well with any clothing, coat or jacket you might want to wear this with. It is pretty easy to make, and an advanced crocheter will make it in two sittings. It takes only 1 skein of Super Saver.

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Light Grey
Scissors
Blunt needle
Light grey sewing thread
Sewing needle
Silver button of your choice
Crochet hook size H

Ch 23.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 2, turn. (22 sc)
Row 2- 1 hdc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.(22 hdc)
Row 3- 1 sc in each hdc across. Ch 2, turn. (22 sc)
Rows 4 to 78- Continue alternating 1 sc and 1 hdc row, ending with 1 sc row. Ch 1, turn.
Row 79 (Buttonhole row)- 1 sc in each of 1st 10 sc, ch 2, skip 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 10 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Row 80- 1 sc in each sc and in each ch across. (Buttonhole completed.)
Upper Side Edge- Turn corner, and working on the long side of the scarf, sc across (about 95 sc. Try to make it an odd number of sc.)
Fasten off, weave in tail.
Lower Side Edge- Join yarn to opposite long side of scarf. Row 1- Sc across as before. Ch 4, turn.
Row 2- Skip 1 sc, * 1 dc in next sc, ch 1, skip 1 sc, rep from * across. Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Lace Edges:
Lace #1- Join yarn to last st of Lower Side Edge on narrow edge of scarf. Row 1- Ch 3, 1 dc in next st, *1 dc in each sc across, to last sc of Upper Side Edge. Ch 4, turn. (27 dc)
Row 2- skip 1 sc, *1 dc in next sc, ch 1, rep from * across. Ch 3, turn. (14 dc across)
Row 3- 1 dc in next ch sp, *1 dc in next dc, 1 dc in next ch sp, 1 dc in each dc and ch space till end of row. Ch 4, turn. (27 dc)
Row 4- Skip next dc, 1 dc in next dc, *ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * across. (14 dc across)
Rows 5 to 11- Repeat these two rows alternately, ending with a row of 1 dc in each stitch across. Ch 3, turn.
Lace #2- Row 1- 1 dc in next dc, ch 4, skip 4 dc, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 4, skip 4 dc, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 4, skip 4 dc, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 4, skip 4 dc, 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 2- 2 dc in each ch of large loop, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 sc in next dc, 2 dc in each ch of next loop, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 sc in next dc, ch 1, [2 dc in each ch of next large loop, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 sc in next dc], rep twice mroe, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Row 3- 1 dc in each of first 2 dc, of shell, ch 6, skip rest of dc in shell, *1 dc in each of first 3 sts of next shell, ch 6, skip rest of sts in shell, rep from * across. 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Row 4- 6 dc in first loop and in each loop across. 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Row 5- Rep row 3.
Row 6- Rep row 4. Ch 3, turn.
Row 7- 1 dc in each of first 2 dc of shell, ch 5, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, *2 dc in next dc, ch 5, skip 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, rep across, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn.
Row 8- 3 dc, ch 3, e dc in first loop and in each loop across. Ch 4, turn.
Row 9- 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc, ch 1, in center chain of shell, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, *1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc, ch 1 in center of shell, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, rep from * across. Fasten off, weave in tail.
If you want to, sl st scross side edges to meet sc of Upper Side Edge on one side and Lower Side Edge on the opposite side. This is an optional step, just to tidy things up.
Fasten off, weave int ails.
Done!

Born in Bethlehem

Royal Elegance

The cold weather gives us an opportunity to make pretty things that are easy and lovely for ourselves and for others. This is a pretty scarf I made as a gift. I hope you like it.

Sill Level: Intermediate to Advanced Crocheters

Materials:

Red Heart wosted weight yarn Royal
Scissors
Blunt needle
Light grey sewing thread
Sewing needle
Silver button of your choice
Crochet hook size H

Ch 23.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (22 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. (22 sc)
Rows 3 to 4- 1 hdc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (22 hdc)
Rows 5 to 6- 1 sc in each hdc across. Ch 2, turn. (22 sc)
Rows 7 to 77- Continue alternating 2 sc rows and 2 hdc rows.
Row 78 (Wrong Side. Buttonhole Row)- 1 sc in each of first 10 sts, ch 1, skip 2 sts, 1 sc in each of last 10 sts. Ch 1, turn.
Row 79 (Right Side)- 1 sc in each sc and in each ch across. (Buttonhole completed.)Ch 1.

Upper Side Edge- Turn corner, and working on long side of scarf, sc across (about 95 sc, making sure you end up with an odd number.) Ch 1, turn corner.
Row 80- 1 sc across each st on narrow side of scraf to reach opposite long site.

Lower Side Edge- Base row 1- Sc across long side of scarf as before. Ch 4, turn.

Row 1- Skip 1 stitch, 1 dc in next stitch, *ch 1, skip 1 stitch, 1 dc in next stitch, rep from * across.

Ch 4, turn corner towards narrow side of scarf.

Lace and Ruffles-

Row 1- Skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, *ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, rep across. Ch 4, turn.

Row 2- Rep row 1.

Row 3- *1 dc in next ch-1 sp, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * until you have completed 6 dc, ch 2, skip ch-1 sp and next dc, **1 dc in next ch 1 sp, 1 dc in next dc, rep from ** until you have completed 5 dc. Ch 2, skip next ch-1 sp and next dc, 1 dc in each ch-1 space and in each dc till end of row. Ch 3, turn.
Row 4- 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 3, 1 sc in each of next 5 dc, ch 3, 1 dc in each dc to end of row. Ch 3, turn.
Row 5- Rep row 4. Ch 3, turn.
Row 6- Rep row 4. Ch 3, turn.
Row 7- Rep row 4. Ch 3, turn.
Row 8- 1 dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 3, 1 tr in each of 5 center sc, ch 3, 1 dc in each dc to end of row.
Row 9- 1 dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 3, 1 dc in each of last 6 dc. Ch 4, turn.
Row 10- Skip 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, *ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * across. End row as follows: Ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in last dc. Ch 4, turn.
Row 11- 1 dc in next dc, *ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * across. Ch 3, turn.
Row 12- 1 dc in each dc and in each chain across. Ch 5, turn.
Row 13- Skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, [ch 5, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc] rep twice, ch 6, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in next dc, [ch 5, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc] rep 3 times. Ch 3, turn.
Row 14- 2 dc in 1st loop, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 1, 1 sc in 3rd ch of next loop, ch 1, [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in next loop, ch 1, 1 sc in center ch of next loop]rep till end of row. Ch 3, turn.
Row 15- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc in center loop of shell, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, [ch 2, 1 dc in next dc, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, 3 dc in center loop of shell, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc]
rep across. Ch 4, turn.
Row 16- 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, *1 dc in next dc, ch 1, rep from * until you reach ch-2 sp, ch 1, 1 sc in ch-2 sp, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1**, continue repeating from * to ** across.
I like to tidy things up, to do that, ch 1, turn the corner sc across the edge of Lace and Ruffles until you meet the Lower Edge Side, sl st. Fasten off.
Join yarn to opposite side and repeat. Fasten off. Weave in tails.
Sew button to correspond to buttonhole.

You're done!

Born of a Virgin

Flirty Ruffled Blue Warmie

This pretty and easy neck warmie is the thing for someone who loves to wear denim, even in the winter. Fast to make and very feminine, you will love the way it wears. The soft blue and the ruffles combine to give this warmie a gentle feminine look.

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Light Blue
Size H crochet hook

Ch 20.
Row 1- 1 dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across (17 dc). Ch 3, turn.
Note- Ch 3 counts as 1 dc.
Row 2- 1 dc in each ch from across. Ch 3, turn. Rows 3 to 8- Rep row 2. Ch 4, turn. (Ch 4 counts as 1 tr).
Row 9- 1 tr in each of next 5 dc, ch 8, skip 8 dc, 1 tr in next dc, 1 tr in each of next 4 dc (keyhole made). Ch 3, turn.
Row 10- 1 dc in each of next 4 dc, 1 dc in each of next 8 ch, 1 dc in each of next 4 dc, 1 dc top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn. Rows 11 to 42- 1 dc in each dc across. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Ruffles:
Note- You work the ruffles with the end of the warmie facing you and you make each dc shell on the post of the specific dc.
Ruffle Row 1- (This will be an edging) Sl st to join yarn on 1st dc one of the ends of the neck warmie, ch 3, make 3 dc in same spot, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, skip 2 dc, *make 5 dc in next dc,
skip 2 dc, make 1 sc in next dc, skip 2 dc, make 5 dc in next dc, rep from *, ending row with 4 dc in top of turning chain. Fasten off, weave in tails.
Ruffle Row 2- Skip 1 row of dc, and start this ruffle row across next row of dc posts as follows:
Sl st on post of 1st dc of dc row, ch 3, 3 dc in same post, skip 2 dc, 1 sc on post of next dc, *skip 2 dc, 5 dc on post of next dc, skip 2 dc, 1 sc on post of next dc, rep from * across. End row with 4 dc in post of last stitch of row. Fasten off. Weave in tails.
Ruffle Row 3- Skip 1 dc row. Rep Ruffle Row 2 across posts of next dc row. Fasten off, weave in tails.
Ruffle Row 4- Skip next dc row. Rep Ruffle Row 2 across posts of next dc row. Fasten off, weave in tails.Repeat all Ruffle rows on opposite end of Warmie. Fasten off. Weave in tails.
You're done!

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In the Woods Neck Warmer

This is an easy, comfortable, keyhole warmie for your rugged moments. If you are outdorsy and like a scarf that stays put and is lovely and feminine, this one's for you!

Materials: Red Heart worsted weight yarn Dark Sage Crochet hook size H

Scissors Blunt needle Note 1- Ch 3 counts as 1 dc throughout. Note 2- The reason for 2 bottom pieces is that I like identical ends. If you were to continue the pattern and reproduce the bottom on the other side, it would be upside down while the opposite end would be right side up. Note 3- Do not fasten off 2nd bottom as you will the first one. Bottom Blocks (make 2)- Ch 24. Row 1- 1 dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across (22 sts). Ch 4, turn. Row 2- Skip 1 dc, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 4, skip 4 dc, 1 sc in next dc, ch 4, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in last stitch of row. Ch 4, turn. Row 3- Skip to next dc, 1 dc in that dc and in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 3, yo, insert hook in next ch, pull up loop and proceed to begin a dc, but leave it unfinished on hook, repeat on top of sc and in next ch, yo, pull yarn through all loops on hook (cluster made), ch 3, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in top of beginning ch. Ch 4, turn. Row 4- 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 4, 1 sc in top of cluster, ch 4, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Row 5- Rep row 4. Ch 4, turn. Row 6- Rep row 3. Ch 4, turn.

Row 7- 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc innext dc, ch 3, 1 hdc in top of cluster, ch 3, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 4, turn. Row 8- 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 2 ch, 1 dc in next hdc, 1 dc in each of next 2 ch, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 4, turn. Row 9- 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in top of turning ch. Ch 3, turn. Row 10- 1 dc in each dc and in each ch across. Ch 4, turn. Row 11- Skip 1 dc, dc, 1 dc in next dc, *ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * across. Ch 3, turn. Row 12- 1 dc in each dc and in each ch across. Fasten off, weave in tail. Make second bottom piece. Row 13- Working in 2nd bottom piece, ch 3, skip 1 dc, 3 dc, ch 2, 1 dc in next dc, skip 4 dc, *3 dc, ch 2, 1 dc in next dc, skip 4 dc, rep from * across, 1 dc in last st of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 14- Skip till you reach first ch-2 space, make 3 dc, ch 2, 1 dc, in that ch-2 space, *3 dc, ch 2, 1 dc in next ch-2 space, rep from * across, end with 1 dc in last st. Ch 3, turn. Rows 15 and 16- Rep row 14. Ch 3, turn. Row 17- 1 dc in each dc and in each ch-2 space across. Ch 4, turn. Row 18- 1 Tr in each of next 5 dc, ch 9, skip 9 dc, 1 tr in next dc, 1 tr in each dc till end of row (keyhole made). Ch 3, turn. Rows 19 to 21- Rep rows 14 to 16. Row 22- Rep row 17. Rows 23 to 25- Rep rows 14 to 16. Row 26- Rep row 17. Rep rows 14 to 17 twice more. Rep rows 14 to 16 once more, fasten off (do not make row 17!) Sew the other piece which ends in a dc row to this piece. Fasten off, weave in tail. You're done!

A Primer on Angels

First Rose of Spring

I love roses, including the simple "sweet briars", I decided to use a rose as the closure for this pretty short scarf. This scarf is very feminine and very easy to make. You can make it in any color you choose. I picked these because they make the red rose stand out most vividly.

Materials-
Red Heart worsted weight Soft Navy
Red Heart worsted weight Cherry Red
Red Heart worsted weight Kelly Green
Crochet size H hook
Scissors
Blunt needle

Note- Ch 3 equals 1 dc throughout scarflette's pattern.

Scarflette-
With Soft Navy and H hk, ch 116. Row 1- 1 dc in 6th ch from hook, *chain 1, skip 1 chain, 1 dc in next chain, rep from * across chain. Ch 3, turn. Row 2- 1 dc in next dc and in each ch-1 space in each dc across row. Ch 3, turn. Row 3- 1 dc in next dc, *Insert hook in next dc, draw up loop, yo, draw up loop in that same dc a total of 4 times, yo, and pull loop through all loops on hook, ch 1 to secure it (popcorn made), 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, rep from * across row. Ch 3, turn. Row 4- 1 dc in each dc and ch-1 space across row. Ch 4, turn. Row 5- Skip next dc, 1 dc in next dc, *ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * across. Ch 3, turn. Rep rows 2 to 5 once more.

Edging- As you finish row 5, ch 1, and turn the corner. Make 1 sc in each stitch across the narrow edge fo the scarflette, to give it a neater edge. Fasten off.

Join Soft Navy on opposite edge and repeat this straight neater edge. Fasten off. Weave in tails.
Briar Rose Closure-
Rose- With H hook and Cherry Red, ch 4. Rnd 1- Make 11 dc in 4th ch from hook (12 sts made). Sl st in top of beginning chain to join it. Rnd 2- Chain 3, skip 1 dc and slip st in next dc, repeat around until you have six ch-3 loops. At the last chain-3, skip 3 dc instead of 1 and slip st in top of beginning chain. Ch 1.
Rnd 3- In first ch-3 loop, make 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 Tr, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc. *In next ch-3 loop, make 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 Tr, 1 dc, 1 hdc,1 sc, repeat from * in every ch-3 loop around.
Rnd 4- Don't slip stitch to join the previous round! Take a moment to notice the stitches that were skipped in between the loops. (You can see them clearly, they are the stitches in the center you started with and that were not used when you made the loops), slip stitch in the first one, closes to the spot where you finished your last petal.
Then make a chain 5, skip a dc, slip stitch into the next previously skipped dc, and ch 5 again, repeat this procedure until you reach the spot hwere you started, sl st in that very stitch. You will now have 6 loops around the flower center. Ch 1. Rnd 5- In first loop, make 1 sc, 1 hdc, 4 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, * in next ch-5 loop, make 1 sc, 1 hdc, 4 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, repeat from * in each loop around.
Do not slip stitch to join round. Take a look at the center of the rose again, you will see that there are some loops that are "free" to use because of the skipping that you did before. We will use those next. Rnd 6- Ch 6, slip stitch in next "free" stitch around the center of the rose, skip 1 stitch, ch 6, sl st in next st, repeat around until you reach your beginning stitch, sl st there. Ch 1.
Rnd 7- In first ch-6 loop, make 1 sc, 6 hdc, 1 sc, *in next ch-6 loop make 1 sc, 6 hdc, 1 sc, repeat from * around. You are done with the rose. Fasten off, Cherry Red, weave in tail at the back. Join Kelly Green. The closure loop is green, we will pretend it is made out of "foliage".

Closure Loop- In any Tr of any petal of the first circle of petals made (the ones that end up at the bottom), ch 2, 1 sc in next 2 sts, ch 1, skip into 1st dc of next petal, 1 sc in that dc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sts. Ch 1, turn. Note- Ch 1 counts as 1 sc and ch 3 counts as 1 dc in the Closure Loop.

Row 2- 1 sc in each st across (7 sc). Ch 3, turn. Row 3- 1 dc in next sc and in each sc across (7 dc). Ch 1, turn. Row 4- 1 sc in next dc and in each dc across. Row 5- Rep row 4. Row 6- Rep row 3.

Continue repeating these rows (2 rows of sc and hten 1 row of dc) until you have completed 21 rows from the start, ending with 2 rows of sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with. Using long tail and blunt needle sew the end of the green strip to the 2 rose petals directly opposite the ones you stred with (at the same level.)

Put the scarflette around your neck. Find a comfortable spot to place the closure. Slip the Rose Loop up to that spot and pin it to the scaflette. Take off the scarflette. Join Kelly green to the back of the Loop, wich now lies over the back of the scarflette, and sew the back of the Loop to the back of the scarflette so that the Loop will remain in place. (Leave the front part where the rose is free!) Fasten off.

Now you can comfortably insert the other side of the scarflette through this lovely loop to close it around your neck.

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That Cute Little Red Ascott

This is the kind of little scarf that every crocheter should have in hand when thinking about gift-making.
It is also great for charity. It works up really fast. I made it in two sittings.
So, this one will work if you want to make a whole bunch of scarflettes.
Note 1- If you would like it to be a bit more loose around your neck, simply add 11 or 16 more stitches to the
foundation chain and follow the pattern as written originally. That will make the scarflet a bit loser. You can also make it the same length but
reduce the size of the keyhole by 5 stitches, which will increase the give as the scarf is tied around the neck.
The idea of this one was to immitate a hankerchief around the neck, so it was not designed to be like a long
scarf that you can wind up several times around the neck. A young girl will love one of this one!
Make it in her favorite color or in blue jean hues!
Note 2- Ch 1 turning chain stands for 1 sc throughout.

Skill- Moderately easy
Size- Approximately 5" W x 21 1/2' L

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight Cherry Red yarn
Crochet hook size H
Scissors
blunt needle (to weave in yarn tails)

With H hook and Cherry Red ch 81. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 2, turn.
Row 2- Skip 1st sc, 1 sc in next sc, *ch 1, skip next sc, 1 sc in next sc, rep from * across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc, *1 sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc, 1 sc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc, rep from * across. Note 3- Don't work too tight so that the stitch won't "pull" and become distorted.
Rows 4 to 6- Rep rows 2 and 3 alternately. Ch 1, turn. Row 7- 1 sc in each sc and in each ch-1 space across.Ch 1, turn.
Row 8- (As before, ch 1 counts as first sc of row). 1 sc in each of next 13 sc. Keyhole: ch 12, skip 12 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. Row 9- Skip next sc, 1 sc in next sc, ch 1, *skip next sc, 1 sc in next sc, ch 1, rep from * until you reach the opening (keyhole), then, make 1 sc in each chain of the opening, 1 sc in next sc (first sc on the other side of the keyhole), *ch 1, skip next sc, 1 sc in next sc, rep from * across.
Rows 10 to 14- Repeat rows 2 and 3
alternately. Ch 1, turn. Row 15- Make 1 sc in each sc and ch-1 space across row.
Edges- As you reach the end of row 15, ch 1 (do not fasten off), turn the corner and sc across the narrow edge of the little scarf.
Fasten off, weave in tail. Join yarn to the opposite end and sc across the narrow edge. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Finished!



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Woodsy Cozy

This one is super-easy but it looks really good!
Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight Woodsy
Red Heart worsted weiight Coffee (scraps)
Crochet hook size H

Note: Ch 3 counts as 1 dc throughout.

Ch 93.
Row 1- 1 dc in 4th ch from hk and in each ch across. (91 dc). Ch 3, turn. Row 2- 1 dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip next dc,*1 dc in each of next 6 dc, ch 1, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip next dc, rep from * till end of row. Finish row as follows: ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 3- 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc ch 1, *1 dc in each of next 6 dc, ch 1, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip next dc, rep from * till end of row. Ch 4, turn. Row 4- Skip next dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, *1 dc in each of next 6 stitches (ch 1 spaces and dc included), ch 1, skip ch 1 space, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, rep from * across to end of row. Finish row by making 1 dc in each of last 7 sts (dcs and ch 1s included). Ch 3, turn.
Row 5- Rep row 4. Ch 3, turn. Row 6- 1 dc in each of next 5 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip next ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 6 stitches (dcs and ch-1 spaces included), *ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip next ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 6 stitches (dcs and ch-1 spaces included). Rep from * to end of row. End row by making 1 dc in each of last 2 sts.
Row 6- Rep row 5. Ch 3, turn. Row 7- Make 1 dc in each dc and in ch-1 space across. Fasten off. Weave in tials.
Edges- Make a row of sc stitches on both narrow edges of the scarflette to give it a cleaner look. Fastenoff. Weave in tials.
Closure- With Coffee, Ch 20. Slip stitch to form a circle. Ch 3, do not turn. Make 42 dc in circle. slip stitch to close, leaving a long tail to sew with. Lay the cozy in a hard surface to be able to measure it well. Count from edge upwards 18 stitches. Insert the brown circle you just made into the cozy to the level of that 18th stitch, with the side that has the long tail to the back. Sew it in place across the back of that row, leaving free the portion of the circle that faces the right side of the cozy. To close cozy around the neck, simply insert the other side into that open half-circle.

You're done!


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Chestnut Beauty Scarflette

Elegant, simple and easy to make, this is the perfect short scarf for a neutral accent!

Materials:
Red Heart Warm Brown
Crochet hook size H
Scissors

Ch 35.
Row 1- 1 dc in 4th ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 3, turn. Note: Ch 3 counts as 1 dc throughout. Row 2- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in each of next 4 dc. Ch 3, turn. Row 3- 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, 1 dc in ch-1 space, 1 dc in next dc, 1 dc in ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Ch 3, turn. Continue alternating these 2 rows until you have completed 9 rows. Ch 3, turn. Row 10- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 2, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 4 dc. Ch 3, turn. Row 11- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 3, skip ch-3 space, 1 sc in each of next 3 dc, ch 3, skip ch-3 space, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each dc to end of row. Row 12- Rep row 11. Row 13- Rep row 11. Row 14- Rep row 11. Ch 3, turn. Row 15- 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 3 sc, ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Ch 3, turn. Row 16- Rep Row 15. Ch 3, turn. Row 17- 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, 2 dc in ch-3 space, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, 2 dc in ch-3 space, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of last 3 dc. Row 18- Ch 2, while holding last loop on hook, begin a dc nornally and leave unfinished, yo and pull yarn through all loops on hook (dc2tog made), 1 dc in next dc, ignore ch-1 space and make a dc in next dc, 1 dc in each of next 6 dc, ignore ch-1 space, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, ignore ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 4 dc, ignore next ch-1 space, 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Row 19- Dc2tog at beg of row, 1 dc in each of next 21 dc, dc2tog at tend of row. Row 20- Dc2tog at beg of row, 1 dc in each ofnext 5 dc, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 5 dc, dc2tog to end row. Row 21- Dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog to end row. Row 22- Dc2tog, 1 dc in each dc across till last 2, dc2tog to end row. Rows 23 to 24- Rep row 23. Ch 3, turn. Row 25 to 63- 1 dc in each dc across. Fastenoff, leaving long tail to sew with. Count 28 rows from row 25 onward, then, at the level of row 28, fold the scarf toward the back and sew across, making a "loop" to close the scarflette around the neck. Fastenoff, weave in tail.
Edging: Join yarn at the bottom of the scarflette and ch 3, 4 dc in same spot, skip 2 dc, 1 sc in next dc, *skip 2 dc, make 5 dc in next dc, skip 2 dc, make 1 sc in next dc, rep from * across, skipping only 1 dc at end of row and making 5 dc in last dc. Fasten off and weave in tail.
Done!


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Ladder Shells Neck Warmer

Materials:
Worsted weight yarn (I used Red Heart Blue)
G size crochet hook
Blunt needle

Ch 26.
Row 1 (Right Side): Dc in 4th chain and in each of the next 2 chains, skip nest 2 chs and make 5 dc in next chain, chain 2, skip next 3 chains, amd make a dc in each of next 4 chains, repeat this twice. Ch 3, turn.
Row 2 (Wrong Side): 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, make 5 dc in next dc, skipping prev row ch 2 space, ch 2, skip next 4 dc,, make 5 dc in next dc, ch 2, skip next 4 dc, dc in each dc to end of row and in top of beg ch 3.
Continue to repeat row 2 until neck warmer measures 12 inches (20 complete rows of lace pattern). Ch 2, turn.
Row 21: Make 1 hdc in each stitch (including ch 2 spcaes) across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 22: Make 2sc tog at beg of row, 1sc in each of next 4 sts, 2sc tog, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 2sc tog, 1 sc in each of hte following sts until you reach the last sts of the row, end row with 2sc tog. Ch 1, turn.
Row 23: 2sctog at beg of row, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sctog, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2sctog, 1 sc in each sc till you reach last 2 sc or row, make a 2sctog to end row. Ch 1, turn.
Row 24: 2sctog to start row, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2sctog, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sctog to end row. Ch 1,turn.
Row 25: 2sctog to start row, 1 sc in each sc across till you reach the last 2 sc, 2sctog to end row. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 26-27: Rep row 25.Ch 1, turn.
Row 28: 1 sc in each sc across (no decreases). 8 sc made. At the end of the row (after you have made the last sc2tog), ch 31.
Row 29: 1 sc in 3rd ch from hk and in each ch across until you reach again, the sc already made on the neck warmer. (DO NOT TWIST THE CHAIN AS YOU WORK!) Make 1 sc in each of the 8 sc remainng on the neck warmer. Ch 1, turn.
Row 30: 1 sc in each sc across (including strip made on the side of neck warmer). Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew.
Row 31: Join yarn at short edge of neck warmer on the opposite side to the long strip you just made. Make 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc. (10 sc made). Ch 1, turn.
Row 32: Rep row 31. Row 33: 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Row 34: 1 sc in each of first 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Ch 1, turn.
Row 35: 2sc at beg of row, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next 2sc, 1 sc in each sc till you reach the last sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn.
Row 36: 1 sc in each of first 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Ch 1, turn. Row 37: 2 sc to beg row, 1 sc in each sc across till you reach last sc, 2 sc in last sc. (26 sc made). Ch 3, turn.
Row 37: 1 dc in each of next 3 sc, skip next 3 sc, 5 dc in next dc, ch 2, skip next 3 sc, 1 dc in each of next 4 sc, skip 3 sc, 5 dc in next sc, ch 2, skip 3 sc, 1 dc in each of last 4 dc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 38: 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, make 5 dc in next dc, skipping prev row ch 2 space, ch 2, skip next 4 dc,, make 5 dc in next dc, ch 2, skip next 4 dc, dc in each dc to end of row and in top of beg ch 3.
Rep row 38 until you have completed 6 rows of lace. Fasten off.
Join yarn to the other end of the neck warmer.
Row 39: Ch 2, 1 hdc in each st across, including chains. Ch 1, turn.
Row 40: Make 2sc tog at beg of row, 1sc in each of next 4 sts, 2sc tog, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 2sc tog, 1 sc in each of hte following sts until you reach the last sts of the row, end row with 2sc tog. Ch 1, turn.
Row 41: 2sctog at beg of row, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sctog, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2sctog, 1 sc in each sc till you reach last 2 sc or row, make a 2sctog to end row. Ch 1, turn.
Row 42: 2sctog to start row, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2sctog, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sctog to end row. Ch 1, turn.
Row 43: 2sctog to start row, 1 sc in each sc across till you reach the last 2 sc, 2sctog to end row. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 44-45: Rep row 25.Ch 1, turn.
Row 46: 1 sc in each sc across (no decreases). 8 sc made. Row 47: Rep row 46. Row 48: Rep row 46.
Rows 47-50: 2s in first sc of row, 1 sc in each sc across, 2 sc in last sc of row.
Row 51: 2 sc at beg of row, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn.
Row 52: 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc. I sc in each sc to end of row. Ch 1, turn. Row 53: 2 sc in first sc of row, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in eac of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc to end row. Ch 1, turn. (26 sc made.)
Row 54: 1 dc in each of next 3 sc, skip next 3 sc, 5 dc in next dc, ch 2, skip next 3 sc, 1 dc in each of next 4 sc, skip 3 sc, 5 dc in next sc, ch 2, skip 3 sc, 1 dc in each of last 4 dc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 55: 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, make 5 dc in next dc, skipping prev row ch 2 space, ch 2, skip next 4 dc,, make 5 dc in next dc, ch 2, skip next 4 dc, dc in each dc to end of row and in top of beg ch 3.
Rep row 55 until you have completed 6 rows of lace. Fasten off.
Weave in tails. Pick up blunt needle and with the long tail you left to sew the strip made on the opposite side of neck warmer. Place the crocheted strip across the portion of the shell end as shown in photo and sew the end at the back. Fasten off. Clean up all loose threads.
You're done!

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Up and Down Triangles Lace Short Scarf

I've been making scarflettes and neck warmers because I was finding them faster to make to give away,but this parttern turned out so easy and fast to make that I wound up making a short scarf out of it.It is a wider-style scarf becaue it is meant to cozy-up the neck during those chilly winter days. It is not only meant to be pretty, but confortably warm.

Enjoy!
Materials:Red Heart Shocking pink Worsted weight yarn (I only used 1)Crochet hooks size G and HScissorsa piece of cardboard about 3 inches long (if you decide to make tassels)With G hook, ch 34.Lace- (Still using G hook) Row 1: dc in 9th ch from hk. Ch 3, skip 4 ch, 1 dc in next ch, ch 3, skip 4 ch, 3 dc in next ch, ch 3, skip 4 ch, 1 dc in last ch. Ch 5, turn. Row 2: Skip ch space of prev row, make 2 dc in top of first dc of shell from prev row, 1 dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc, ch 2, skip ch space from prev row, 1 dc in next dc, *ch 2, skip ch space from prev row, make 2 dc in first dc of shell from prev row, 1 dc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc of shell, ch 2, skip ch space from prev row, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * across, end row with 1 dc in last st. Ch 4, turn. Row 3: Skip ch space from prev row, make 2 dc in first dc of shell that is forming the triangle, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, 2 dc in last dc, ch 1, skip ch space from prev row, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, *make 2 dc in first dc of next triangle, 1 dc in each of next 3 dc, 2 dc in last dc, ch 1, skip ch space from prev row, 1 dc innext dc, ch 1, rep from * across, ending row with 1 dc in last st. Ch 6, turn. Row 4: Skip ch space fromprev row plus first 3 dc of triangle and work 3 dc in 4th dc of triangle, ch 3, 1 dc in next dc, ch 3, * skip ch space from prev row plus first 3 dc of triangle, make 3 dc in next dc of triangle, make 3 dc in next dc of triangle, ch 3, skip ch space, make 1 dc in next dc. Rep from * across. End with 1 dc in last dc of row. Row 5: Rep row 2. Row 6: Rep row 3. Row 7: Rep row 4. Row 8: Rep row 2. Row 9: Rep row 3. Row 10: Rep row 4. Row 11: Rep row 2. Row 12: Rep row 3. Row 13; Rep row 4. Row 14: Rep row 2. Row 15: Rep row 3. Ch 3, turn. Row 16: 1 dc in each stitch and chain across. Ch 4, turn. Change to H hook at beginning of next row. (31 sts, counting beg ch 3 as 1 dc throughout). Row 17: 1 Tr in each dc across. Ch 3, turn. Row 18: 1 dc in each Tr across. Ch 4, turn. Continue these two rows alternately until your short scarf measured 19", ending with a dc row. Lace- Row 1: Ch 6, skip 4 dc, and make 3 dc in next dc, ch 3, skip 4 dc and work 1 dc in next dc, * ch 3, skip 4 dc, work 3 dc in next dc, ch 3, skip 4 dc, 1 dc in next dc, rep from * across. End row with 1 dc in last st. Ch 5, turn. Rows 2 and 3: As 2nd and 3rd rows of lace at beg of scarf. Continue alternating these rows until you have completed 5 rows of lace triangles. Ch 1, turn. Nest row: 1 sc in each st across. Fasten off and weave in tail.Join yarn to opposite side of scarf and do 1 row of sc across edge. Fasten off and weave in tail. You can leave your scarf as is or make long or short tassels. I chose to make cute small tassels.
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Spider Lace Neck Wrap

This scarflette has a lovely and very feminine orchid color,but you can make it in any color you like.
Materials:
Red Heart Worsted weight Orchid
Size h crochet hook
blunt tapestry needle
pins
Note: Ch 3 counts as 1 dc througout.
Ch 23.
Row 1- 1 dc in 4th ch from hk and in ever ch across. Ch 3, turn. Row 2- 1 dc in each dc across. Ch 3, turn. Row 3- 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc in each of next 7 dc, ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Ch 3, turn. Row 4- 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip ch 1 of prev row, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip ch 1 of prev row, 1 dc in next dc, 1 dc in next ch-1 space, 1 dc in next dc, ch 2, skip 1 dc, begin double crochet two together as follows: yo, insert your hook in next dc, yo, draw a loop through, yo, draw through the 2 loops on hook, do not complete the stitch, skip next dc (middle dc), and insert your hook in next dc and repeat, yo and complete the stitch by drawing through all loops on hook as if it were only 1 dc (dc2 tog made). Ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc in each of next 3 sts, ch 1, skip ch 1 of prev row, ch 1, 1 dc in each of last 2 dc. Ch 3, turn. Row 5- 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc after skipping ch-1 sp, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, skip ch-1, ch 3, skip next 2 dc plus ch-1 space, 1 sc in top of beginning of dc2 tog, ch 1, 1 sc at end of dc2tog, ch 3, skip ch 1, plus next 2 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. Ch 3, turn. Row 6- Rep row 5, ch 3, turn. Row 7- Rep row 5, ch 3, turn. Row 8-1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc in next dc, ch 3, skip ch 3 space of prev row plus next stitch, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in middle chain-1 space, skip next sc plus ch-3 sp, ch 3, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in next dc, ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc. Ch 3, turn. Row 9- Rep row 3.
Row 10-11: Rep rows 1 and 2. Rows 11-12: Rep rows 1 and 2. Rows 14-18: Rep rows 1 and 2.
Rows 19-25: Rep rows 3 to 9. Row 26: Rep row 10. Rows 27-61: Ch 3, 1 dc in each dc across. Ch 3, turn. Put a marker at the end of this row. Rows 62-75: Rep row 61, but without marking. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew. Thread a blunt tapestry needle with the yarn tail and, folding the neck wrap towards the wrong side, place the edge of the scarflette (last row you made) at the level of row 61 (where your marker is), pin it in place to secure it, then sew across as if it were a hem. Fasten off, weave in tail.
(Optional) Tassels: If you want to, you can leave it as is, you can make a row of tassels across the edge of the opposite (long) side of wrap, or you can make a row of decorative shells.
You're done!

"It is just as easy to go through life looking for the good and the beautiful instead of the ugly; for the noble instead of the ignoble; for the bright and cheerful instead of the dark and gloomy; the hopeful instead of the despairing; to see the bright side. To set your face always toward the sunlight is just as easy as to see always the shadows, and it makes all the difference in your character between content and discontent, between happiness and misery, and in your life between prosperity and adversity, between success and failure." –Orison Sweet Marden

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Lacy Keyhole Neck Warmer

Materials:
Worsted weight yarn of your choice (I used Red Heart Coffee and Cafe yarns)
H size crochet hook
Note: Puff Stitch: Yo, insert hook into the specific stitch, yarn over, insert hook back into the same stitch (3 lps on hk), repeat all these steps twice more (if necessary, count your loops, which must be 7 lps on hook), yarn over and pull yarn through all loops on hook. If you wnat to, make a single crochet stitch or 1 chain, to complete the stitch better. I didn't do it because I needed a certain amount of stitches and did not want to be thrown off by an extra chain or stitch. If you do add this stitch or chain, please be aware of your addition and skip that stitch when working the subsequent rows.
Keyhole:
With Coffee yarn and H hook, ch 34. Sl st in beginning ch, being careful not to twist. Ch 1.
Rnd. 1- Sc in each sc around, sl st to join round. Ch 3.
Rnd. 2- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, 2 dc in next sc, *1 dc innext sc, 2 dc in each of last 2 sc, rep around till last 2 sts, 1 dc in each of last 2 sc, sl st to end rnd. Ch 1.
Rnd. 3- 1 sc in each of next 2 dc, 1 sc in each of next 4 dc, 2 sc in next dc, 1 sc in each of next 3 dc, 2 sc in next dc, 1 sc in each of next 5 dc, 2 dc in next dc, *1 sc in each of next 5 dc, 2 sc in next dc, rep from * around to end of rnd. Sl st to end rnd. Fasten off. Weave in tail. Stretch the resulting circle into an oval.
Lace:
Join Cafe to one of the edges of the oval.
Row 1 (Base row)- Ch 4, 1 Tr. in next st, 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, 1 hdc in each of next 11 sc, 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, 1 Tr in each of next 2 sc. Ch 3, turn.
Row 2- 1 dc in each of next dc, puff stitch in next stitch (see note), 1 dc in next dc, 1 dc in each of next 3 sts, *1 puff st in next st, 1 dc in each of next 3 sts, rep from * across. Ch 4, turn.
Row 3- Skip 1 stitch from prev row, 1 dc in next st, *ch 1, skip 1 stitch, 1 dc in next stitch, rep from * across. Ch 3, turn.
Rep rows 2 and 3 alternately until you have reached 22 inches, measruing from row 1 (base row).
Shell Edging:
Ch 3, make 2 dc ch 2, 2 dc in same space, skip 3 sts, make 1 sc in next st, skip 3 sts, *make 2dc, ch 2 2dc in next stitch, skip 3 sts, make 1 sc in next st, rep from * across. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Keyhole Side:
With Cafe, join to one of the edges of the bottom of the oval.
Row 1- Repeat row 1 of lace.
Row 2- Repeat row 2 of lace.
Row 3- Repeat row 3 of lace.
Continue repeating rows 2 and 3 alternately until you have completed 12 rows, including the base row.
Shell Edging: Make the same shell edging you made on the other side of the neck warmer. Fasten off and weave in tail. This side must measure at least 7 inches from base row to edge of shell edging.
That's all there it to this project. Enjoy!
You can use a contrasting color for the keyhole. For example, you can make your keyhole red and your lace royal blue, or any combination you would like.
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Lacy Necktie

I am making scarves and neck warmers to give away, and I thought I'd share them with you all. If you want easy but good-looking neck-warming crochet patterns for stocking-stuffers or for charity, you have arrived at the right place at the right time! This week I have a pretty pattern for you. Materials: Worsted weight yarn (color of your choice. 

I used Read Heart Dk Orchid.) Size H crochet hook Blunt needle to weave in ends and sew necktie strap Scissors

Ch 22. Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hk and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (20 dc) Row 2: 1 sc in each of first 5 dc, ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of next 5 dc, ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of last 4 sc. Ch 3, turn. Row 3: 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, skip 2 sc, make 7 dc in ch-5 loop, skip 2 sc, 2 dc in next sc, skip 2 sc, 7 dc in next ch-5 loop, skip 2 sc, 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, 1 dc in last sc of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 4: 1 dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of 7-dc shell, 1 sc in next dc of shell (4th dc of shell), ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of next 7-dc shell, ch 3, 1 sc in 4th dc of shell, ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of last 3 sts of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 5: 1 dc in each stitch across. (22 dc) Ch 1, turn. Row 6- 1 sc in each of first 5 dc, ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of next 5 dc, ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of last 6 sc. Ch 3, turn. Row 7- 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, skip 3 sc, make 7 dc in ch-5 loop, skip 2 sc, 2 dc in next sc, skip 2 sc, 7 dc in next ch-5 loop, skip 2 sc, 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, 1 dc in last sc of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 8- Row 4: 1 dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of 7-dc shell, 1 sc in next dc of shell (4th dc of shell), ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of next 7-dc shell, ch 3, 1 sc in 4th dc of shell, ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of last 3 sts of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 9- 1 dc in each stitch and ch across. (22 dc) Row 10- 1 sc in each of first 5 dc, ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of next 5 dc,ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of last 4 sc. Ch 3, turn. Row 11- 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, skip 3 sc, make 7 dc in ch-5 loop, skip 2 sc, 2 dc in next sc, skip 2 sc, 7 dc in next ch-5 loop, skip 2 sc, 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, 1 dc in last sc of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 12- 1 dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of 7-dc shell, 1 sc in next dc of shell (4th dc of shell), ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of next 7-dc shell, ch 3, 1 sc in 4th dc of shell, ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of last 3 sts of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 13- 1 dc in each st and ch across. (22 dc) Row 14- 1 sc in each of first 5 dc, ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of next 5 dc,ch 5, skip 3 dc, 1 sc in each of last 4 sc. Ch 3, turn. Row 15- 1 dc in each of next 2 sc, skip 2 sc, make 7 dc in ch-5 loop, skip 2 sc, 2 dc in next 2 sc, skip 2 sc, 7 dc in next ch-5 loop, skip 3 sc, 1 dc in each sc to end of row. Ch 3, turn. Row 16- 1 dc in next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of 7-dc shell, 1 sc in next dc of shell (4th dc of shell), ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, ch 3, skip first 3 dc of next 7-dc shell, ch 3, 1 sc in 4th dc of shell, ch 3, skip last 3 dc of shell, 1 dc in each of last 3 sts of row. Ch 3, turn. Rows 17 to 28- Continue repeating rows 2-5 for pattern, until your necktie measures 14 inches. Ch 3, turn. Row 29- 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog over next 2 ch, 1 dc in next sc, 1 dc in each of next 3 ch, 1 dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog over next 2 ch, 1 dc in each stitch and ch till end of row. (20 dc) Row 30- Sc2tog (reduce sc) as follows: draw up a loop in each of next 2 dc, yo, draw up loop through all loops on hook. 1 sc in each of next 16 dc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, Ch 1, turn. (18 sc). Row 31- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog voer last 2 sc. Ch 1, turn. (16 sc). Row 32- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (10 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 33- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of sc to end of row. (9 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 34- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc. (7 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 35: 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc (6 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 36: 1 sc in each sc. Rows 37 to 54- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc) Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew. Bend it inwards towards the wrong side, and, threading blunt needle with leftover tail, sew it to the row above the beginning row (row 36) to form a loop. Weave in end. Join yarn to the other end of the neck warmer. Opposite side- row 1: Rep row 30 of opposite side. Row 2: Rep row 31 of opposite side. Row 3- Rep row 32 of opposite side. Row 4- Rep row 33 of opposite side. Row 5- Rep row 34 of opposite side. Row 6- Rep row 35 of opposite side. Rows 7 to 8- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc) Rows 9 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc) Rows 11 to 12- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc) Row 13 (Increase Row)- Make 2 sc in first sc of row, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (10 sc) Row 14- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc across until you reach last sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (12 sc) Row 15: 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc of row. Ch 1, turn. (16 sc) Row 16: 1 sc in each sc across. (16 sc) Row 17 (shell row)- Ch 3, 4 dc in same spot, ch 1, skip 3 sc, 1 sc in next sc, ch 1, skip 3 sc, 5 dc in next sc, ch 1, skip 3 sc, 1 sc in next sc, ch 1, skip 2 sc, amd make one 5-dc shell in last sc of row. Fasten off. Weave in tail. Join yarn to the end of the loop you made on opposite side of new warmer. Shell shape- Row 1: Working on the right side and inserting hook through both thicknesses of edg of loop formed, make 2 sc in first stitch, Make 2 sc in first sc of row, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (10sc) Rows 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc across until you reach last sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (12 sc) Row 3: 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc of row. Ch 1, turn. (16 sc) Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (16 sc). Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (16 sc) Shell edging- Repeat edging for opposite side of necktie. Fasten off. Weave in tail. Clean up all yarn ends. You're done!

Revised and corrected August 23, 2011.

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