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Room with a HueWhat's cute and colorful and fabulous all over? This vibrant crochet-covered room, of course!And we're giving you the complete patterns for all the crocheted pretties you see here—no joke!

SPECIAL STITCH

Blossom stitch – After any dc, ch 6. Tr into the fourth ch from the hook, dc into the next ch (closer to the hook) and sl st into the next. This creates one petal. Make 3 more petals, then sl st into the dc from the granny square to make a ring of petals. Then continue with the granny square.

Blossom stitch used in:1. Garland (pg. 4)2. Granny's Garden Square (pg. 11)3. Tablet Case (pg. 14)

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SIZE: Banner strand = approx. 94"

MATERIALS:• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise,

Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Peacock Sparkle and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.

• Yarn needle

CROCHET HOOK: Size E-4 (3.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

TRIANGLE GRANNY SQUAREGAUGE: 1 rnd = 2 ½"

DIRECTIONS (MAKE 5)Using Color 1, ch 4, join with sl st to

form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), [1 tr, ch

3, 3 tr] into ring, ch 3, *2 tr, ch 3, 3 tr, ch 3, rep from * once more. Sl st to join to top of beg ch 4.

Rnd 2: Join new color at any ch sp, ch 2 (counts as first hdc), 6 hdc in same sp, ch 4, *7 hdc in next sp, ch 1, 7 hdc in next sp, ch 4, rep from * one more time, 7 hdc in the next sp, ch 1. Sl st to join to top of beg ch 2.

Rnd 3: Join new color in any ch 4 sp, ch 7 (counts as 1 dc, ch 4), 1 dc in same sp, *1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc (6 sc total), 1 dc in ch 1 sp, 1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc, [1 dc, ch 4, 1 dc] in next sp, rep from * once more, 1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc (6 sc total), 1 dc in ch 1 sp, 1 sc bet each of the next 7 hdc. Sl st to join.

Rnd 4: Using same color in any ch 4 sp, ch 11 (counts as 1 dc, ch 8), 1 dc in same sp, 1 sc in each st, [1 dc, ch 8, 1

dc] in each corner. Sl st to join.Rnd 5: Attach color from rnd 1 in any

corner, ch 1, [6 sc, ch 4, 6 sc] in each corner, 1 sc in each st around. Sl st to join. Finish off and weave in ends.

GARDEN GRANNY SQUAREGAUGE: 1 granny square = approx.

5" x 5"

DIRECTIONS (MAKE 5)Rnds 1-4: Rep rnds 1-4 from Granny’s

Garden Square pattern (pg. 11), adding the blossom stitch in rnd 3 (refer to pg. 3 for blossom stitch).

SMALL ROUND CIRCLEGAUGE: 1 circle = 2" diameter

DIRECTIONS (MAKE 11)Ch 7, join with sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: With Antique White, ch 2

(counts as first sc), 9 sc into ring (10 sc total). Join with sl st to beg ch.

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (counts as first sc), 2 sc bet each st (20 sc total). Join with sl st to beg ch. Finish off and weave in ends.

GARLANDBANNER STRAND (MAKE 1)

Holding three strands of yarn together (we used two strands of Antique White and one strand of Peacock Sparkle), ch until desired length (ours is 94").

SMALL TASSEL (MAKE 2 - 1 IN PEACOCK SPARKLE AND 1 IN ANTIQUE WHITE)

*Ch 15, blossom stitch (refer to pg. 3 for this stitch), rep from * 6 times. Finish off and weave in ends.

MEDIUM TASSEL (MAKE 2 - 1 IN PEACOCK SPARKLE AND 1 IN ANTIQUE WHITE)

*Ch 18, blossom stitch, rep from * 6 times. Finish off and weave in ends.

LARGE TASSEL (MAKE 2 IN ANTIQUE WHITE)

*Ch 20, blossom stitch, rep from * 6 times. Finish off and weave in ends.

ASSEMBLYUsing color of choice and yarn needle, hand stitch granny squares and circles to banner strand. To finish, stitch one short, one medium and one long tassel to each end of banner strand.

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DIRECTIONS

With A, ch 4, join with sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), 11 dc in ring (12 dc total), join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.Rnd 2: With B, ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around (24 dc). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.Rnd 3: With C, ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 1 dc in next st, *inc in next st, 1 dc in next st, rep from * around (36 dc). Join

with sl st to top of beg ch 3.

Note: From here on, you’ll change colors with each new rnd, alternating bet A, B and C.

Rnd 4: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 2 sts, inc in next st, *1 dc in next 3 sts, inc in next st, rep from * around (48 dc). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.



Rnd 7 and subsequent rows: Continue working 1 dc in each st, continuing to put one more st bet each inc in each new rnd until piece matches the diameter of the cushion you’re covering (For example, in rnd 7 you will work 1 dc into next 6 sts and then inc in the next. In rnd 8 you will work 1 dc into next 7 sts and the inc in the next, and so forth). Continue from there by working 1 st in each st (no more increases) until piece covers the sides of your cushion. Place piece right side up on cushion, flip cushion over, and work decreases as follows:

Decrease rnd: 1 dc in first st, sk 1 st, 1 dc in next st. Continue on like this, working 1 dc then skipping one dc until piece covers the bottom of your cushion snugly. Finish off and weave in ends.

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STOOL AROUNDGrab a seat—but first, make sure it's sporting a chic spiral cover.

MATERIALS:

• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Antique Teal, Turquoise and Peacock), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.

Color 1 (A) – 1 skeinColor 2 (B) – 1 skeinColor 3 (C) – 1 skein

• Yarn needle

CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

GAUGE: 2 rnds of 10 dc = 2" x 1"

SPECIAL STITCHES:

Increase (inc): Work 2 dc into same st.

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MATERIALS:

• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Antique Teal and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.

• Yarn needle• Sewing needle• Clear jewelry line or thread


GAUGE: 1 granny square = 4.5" across and 5" from point to point

HEXAGON (MAKE 16)Ch 5, join with sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), 2 tr into ring, ch 2, *3 tr into

ring, ch 2, rep from * around (18 tr total). Join with sl st to top of beg ch 4.

Rnd 2: Attach new color with sl st in any ch sp, ch 7 (counts as 1 sc, ch 6), 1 sc bet next 2 tr, *1 sc in next ch sp, ch 6, 1 sc in same sp, 1 sc bet next 2 tr, rep from * 4 more times (6 ch 6 sps total). Join with sl st to first ch of beg ch 7.

Rnd 3: Attach new color with sl st in any ch sp, ch 1 (counts as first sc), [1 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in same sp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, *[2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in next ch sp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, rep from * 4 more times (6 ch 2 sps total). Join with sl st to beg ch 1.

Rnd 4: Using same color as rnd 2, join with sl st in any dc, ch 1 (counts as first sc), 1 sc in each st around, [1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc] in each ch sp. Join with sl st to beg ch 1. Finish off and weave in ends.

ASSEMBLY

With right sides facing, use coordinating yarn to sl st hexagons together at one side. With Antique White, ch length long enough to wrap lampshade. Use a sewing needle and clear jewelry line or thread to sew the hexagons onto the lampshade.

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BEGINNER

ABBREVIATIONS:

Beg – beginningBet – betweenCh – chainDc – double crochetRep – repeatRnd – round

Sc – single crochetSl st – slip stitchSp(s) – space(s)St(s) – stitch(es)Tr – treble crochet

MATERIALS:

• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Antique Teal and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.

• Ornaments (size 3")• Yarn needle


GAUGE:

• Chains = 3" and top = 3" diameter

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DIRECTIONS

TOP OF ORNAMENT

Ch 7, join with sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as first tr), 22 tr in ring

(23 tr total), sl st to top of beg ch 4 to join.Rnd 2: Join new color in any st, ch 1 (counts

as first sc), 2 sc in each st (46 sc total), sl st to beg ch 1 to join.

BOTTOM OF ORNAMENT

Using same color as rnd 2, ch 4, join with sl st to form ring.

Rnd 1: Ch 8, sl st to join to any st of rnd 2 of the top of ornament, sl to next st, ch 8 and sc back into ring. *Ch 8, skipping 2 sts, sl st back into rnd 2 of the top of ornament, sl st into next st, ch 8 and sc back into ring. Rep from * until about ¾ of the way around. Insert ornament and continue from * around. Finish off and weave in ends. 7

READY, SET, CROCHET!Here's a fresh DIY project: acorn-esque ornament wraps.

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COASTER TO COASTERHere’s a beginner level take on granny square

coasters. So crochet a bundle for gifts, for matches-the-curtains décor or just for fun!

DIRECTIONS

With desired color, ch 5 and join with sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), [1 tr, 1 dc] into ring, ch 2, *1 dc, 1

tr, 1 dc, rep from * 4 more times. Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.Rnd 2: Attach new color in any ch 2 sp, ch 7 (counts as 1 sc, ch 6),

1 sc into same sp, 1 sc bet next 2 sts, *[1 sc, ch 6, 1 sc] into ch sp, 1 sc bet next 2 sts, rep from * 4 more times. Join with sl st to first ch of beg ch 7.

Rnd 3: Attach new color to any ch 6 sp, [ch 1, 1 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in same sp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, *[2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc] into next lp, 1 dc in next 3 sts, rep from * 4 more times. Join with sl st to beg ch 1.

Rnd 4: Attach same color from rnd 2 in any ch sp, [1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc] in each ch sp, 1 sc in each st around. Join with sl st to beg ch 1.

Finish off and weave in ends.

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MATERIALS:

• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Turquoise, Fuchsia Neon and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.

• Yarn needle


GAUGE: 1 coaster = 3.5" across and 4" from point to point

ABBREVIATIONS:

Beg – beginningBet – betweenCh – chainDc – double crochetLp – loopRep – repeatRnd – round Sc – single crochetSl st – slip stitchSp(s) – space(s)St(s) – stitch(es)Tr – treble crochet

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For this pattern, we used I Love This Yarn™ in Fuchsia Neon,Turquoise and Limelight.

To make this cute cozie, just follow the Coaster to Coaster directions rnds 1-4 (above) and assemble as directed (below).

ASSEMBLY

With Turquoise and right sides facing, sl st hexagons together at sides. Finish off and weave in ends.

POCKETFUL OF COZIES Mugs and thermoses do a fine job of keeping our hot beverages just that, so it’s only fair to crochet some pretty

cozies to keep them warm (and stylish) too.

BEGINNER

MATERIALS:• I Love This Cotton™ (shown in Brown),

3.5 oz. skeins of 180 yds. - 4 skeins• Yarn needle

CROCHET HOOK: Size J-10 (6 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

GAUGE: 7 rnds of 7 sc = 2" x 2" square

ABBREVIATIONS:Beg – beginningBet – betweenCh – chainDc – double crochetRep – repeat

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Sc – single crochetSk – skipSl st – slip stitchSp(s) – space(s)St(s) – stitch(es)

DIRECTIONSNote: This pattern was worked holding two strands of yarn together.

GRANNY SQUARE (MAKE 8)Ch 4, sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc now

and throughout), 2 dc into ring, ch 3, *3 dc into ring, ch 3, rep from * 2 more times. Sl st to join.

Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 dc into ch 3 sp, ch 3, 2 dc into same sp, ch 1, *3 dc into ch 3 sp, ch 3, 3 dc into same sp, ch 1, rep from * 2 more times. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st.

Rnd 3: Sl st to next ch sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), [1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc] in same sp, 1 dc bet next 6 sts, *[2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc] in next ch sp, 1 dc bet next 6 sts, rep from * twice more. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st. Finish off and weave in ends.

With matching yarn and yarn needle, sew the sides of squares together to form a circle (these will be the sides of the basket).

BOTTOM OF BASKETCh 5, sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 11

dc in ring (12 dc total). Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st.

Rnd 2: Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around (24 dc total). Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st.

Rnd 3: Ch 3, 1 dc in same st, 1 dc in next st, *2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st.

Rnd 4: Ch 3, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st.

Rnd 5: Ch 3, 1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, *1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, rep from * around. Join to top of beg ch 3 with sl st.



ASSEMBLYSl st bottom of granny square circle around the bottom circle.

TOP OF BASKETRnd 1: Working at the top of the

basket, sl st at the beg of any square. Ch 1, work sc around the basket (10 sc in each square). Sl st into first ch 1 st.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, *30 sc in each sc, ch 14 separately (this will form the basket handle), sk 10 sc. Rep from * 2 times. Sl st into first ch 1 st.

Rnd 3: Ch 1, work sc all the way around (84 sc). Sl st into first ch 1 st.

Rnd 4: *Ch 4, 1 dc in the same st, sk 2 sc, sl st into next sc st. Rep from * all the way around.

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BLESS MY BASKETWhat a better place to stash your stash of yarn than a cozy crocheted basket?

Chill SpotYour idea of relaxation usually involves yarn and a crochet hook, right? Then you're sure to be inspired by with this lucky-in-lounge project.

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Granny’s Gard en Square (pg. 10)

BEGINNER

MATERIALS:• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge), 7 oz.

skeins of 355 yds. – 1 skein• Yarn needle• Pillow form – 12" x 16"


GAUGE: 1 granny square = 4" x 4"

DIRECTIONS (MAKE 24)Rnds 1-4: Rep rnds 1-4 from Granny’s

Garden Square pattern (left), but do not add the blossom stitch.

ASSEMBLYFRONT PANEL

Sl st 12 squares together in 4 rows of 3 squares each.

BACKSl st 2 rows of 3 squares each together. Rep this once, so you have 2 six-square rectangles. Sew the short sides of these to the front panel, but do not sew the 2 back rectangles together. This opening will allow you to slip the pillow inside the case, and will also allow you to remove the case for washing (see yarn label for laundering instructions).

EDGINGDc evenly around the edge of the

assembled pillowcase, working 4 dc into each corner. Join with sl st to beg.


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MATERIALS:• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Mulberry, Turquoise,

Fuchsia Neon, Limelight, Antique Teal and Antique White), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.

Color 1 (A) – 1 skeinColor 2 (B) – 1 skeinColor 3 (C) – 1 skein Color 4 (D) – 1 skein

• Yarn needle

CROCHET HOOK: Size G-6 (4 mm)

GAUGE: 1 granny square = 6.25" x 6.25"

ABBREVIATIONS:Beg – beginningCh – chainDc – double crochetRep – repeatSl st – slip stitchSp(s) – space(s)

DIRECTIONSNote: Add the blossom stitch after any dc in rnds 3, 4 and 5 (refer to

pg. 3 for blossom stitch).With A, ch 4, sl st to form ring.Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc now and throughout), [2 dc, ch 2]

into ring, *[3 dc, ch 2] into ring, rep from * twice more, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.

Rnd 2: Attach B in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *corner, rep from * twice more, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.

Rnd 3: Attach C in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *cluster, corner, rep from * 2 times, cluster, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.

Rnd 4: Attach D in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *1 cluster in next 2 sps, corner, rep from * 2 times, 1 cluster in next 2 sps, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.

Rnd 5: Attach E in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *1 cluster in next 3 sps, corner, rep from * 2 times, 1 cluster in next 3 sps, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.

Rnd 6: Attach F in any ch 2 sp, beg corner, *1 cluster in next 4 sps, corner, rep from * 2 times, 1 cluster in next 4 sps, join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.


SPECIAL STITCHES:Beg corner – [Ch 3, 2 dc, Ch 2, 3

dc, ch 1] in sp indicated.Corner – [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 1]

into previous rnd ch 2 sp.Cluster – [3 dc, ch 1] in previous

rnd ch 1 sp.

Color 5 (E) – 1 skeinColor 6 (F) – 1 skeinColor 7 (G) – 1 skein

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ouge Granny SquarePillowcase (pg. 10)

MATERIALS:

• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Limelight and Turquoise), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.


• Button• Yarn needle


GAUGE: 1 granny square = 3.5" x 3.5"

SPECIAL STITCH

Scalloped Edge Stitch - Ch 3 in top corner, *3 dc in next 2 sts, ch 3, 2 sc in next sp, rep from * 2 more times, ch 3, 1 sc in corner opposite beg ch 3. Finish off and weave in ends.

DIRECTIONS (MAKE 4)Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny's

Garden Square pattern (pg. 11), but do not add the blossom stitch.

ASSEMBLY

Using C, sl st squares together (two for front and two for back; leave the top open to insert phone). Across one side of the opening and using With A, scalloped edge stitch across one side of the opening. Join with sl st, finish off and weave in ends. Using yarn needle, attach button about half way down on the side opposite of the scalloped edge. The middle scallop will act as the buttonhole.

WRISTLET

Sl st to the top side sp. Ch st until ch is desired length. Attach back to side sp with sc. Sc around the lp to make it thicker and to add strength. Finish off and weave in ends.

HOLD THE PHONEYour cell phone does a lot for

you—keeps you in contact with your favorite pizza place, takes pictures of your pizza, lets your

friends know you're eating pizza. So keep your faithful friend well

protected in a comfy-chic granny square case.

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Tablet TalkDon’t settle for an off-the-shelf tablet case when you can make one yourself.

And while you're at it, whip one up for all your tech-savvy friends too!

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SIZE: Approx. 8" x 11"

MATERIALS:

• I Love This Yarn™ (shown in Rouge, Limelight and Antique Teal), 7 oz. skeins of 355 yds.


• Button• Sewing needle and thread• 20" x 14" piece of fabric• Yarn needle

CROCHET HOOK: Size E-4 (3.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

GAUGE: 1 granny square = approx. 3.5" x 4"

SQUARE FOR FRONT (MAKE 6)Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny’s Garden Square

pattern (pg. 11), adding the blossom stitch after any dc in rnd 2 (refer to pg. 3 for blossom stitch).

SQUARE FOR BACK (MAKE 6)Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny’s Garden Square

pattern, leaving out the blossom stitch.

POCKET SQUARE (MAKE 1)Note: We changed our colors to make this square pop!Rnds 1-3: Rep rnds 1-3 from Granny’s Garden Square

pattern, leaving out the blossom stitch.

ASSEMBLY

Using same color from rnd 3, sl st squares for front together and squares for back together in 2 rows of 3 (see photo).

Slip stitch three sides of the pocket square on top of one middle square on the backside, leaving one side not stitched for pocket opening. After squares for front and back all are connected, slip stitch the front and back pieces of case together on three sides (two long edges and one short edge).

FOR THE CLOSURE

Sl st in center of the front side of case. Rnds 1-8: 10 sc, ch 1, turn. Rnd 9: 3 sc, 4 ch, 3 sc (to form the button hole), ch 1,

turn.Rnd 10: 10 sc. Finish off and weave in ends.

LINING FOR THE CASE

Fold fabric in half lengthwise, with right sides together and sew the side and bottom edges together to make lining. Insert lining inside the crocheted case. Fold the edge of lining under and pin it to ¼" lower than the edge of crocheted case. Hand stitch lining to case. Using a sewing needle and thread, sew button to front of case.

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