Child Size Bumpy Bobble Beanie

I have had some more requests for different sizes. I haven't had time to test this yet so please email with any problems.

Materials

1 Skein Size 4 aran weight yarn (I used I Love This Yarn from Hobby lobby)

Size J (6.00 mm) crochet hook or hook needed to get correct gauge

Size K (6.50 mm) crochet hook or one hook size up from your smaller hook

Gauge

3 st = 1” in pattern stitch with smaller hook

pattern st is (sc in one st, mb in next st.)

Approximate Finished Dimensions

18” x 7.5”

Abbreviations

ch - chain

sc - single crochet

st(s) - stitch(es)

sl st - slip stitch

mb - make bobble

rem - remaining

Notes

• This pattern in written in American English terminology.
• Rounds are joined with a slip stitch. Do not turn.
• Instructions in *stars* are repeated the number of times indicated after the second *.
• If you are not familiar with the magic loop, here is a good tutorial to learn the technique http://www.crochetme.com/forums/t/28917.aspx If you are still not comfortable with the technique you can chain 2 and 6 sc in second ch from hook instead.
• Start the pattern using your smaller hook and then you will switch to the larger hook for the last few rounds as indicated in each individual set of instructions.

Special Stitches

mb - make bobble - Yarn over and insert hook into designated stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook. You will now have 2 loops still on your hook. *Yarn over and insert hook into same stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook* 2 times. You will now have a total of four loops on the hook. Yarn over and draw through all 4 loops. Bobble complete!

Pattern:

Foundation Row: With smaller hook. Form a magic loop. 6 sc in loop. Pull tight. Join with sl st to first sc. (6 sts)

Row 1: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in same stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in same stitch* 5 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sts = 6 bobbles and 6 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1. 2 sc in same st. 2 sc in each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts)

Row 3: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts = 12 bobbles and 12 sc)

Row 4: Ch 1. Sc in same st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts)

Row 5: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 17 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts = 18 bobbles and 18 sc)

Row 6: Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next 2 st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts)

Row 7: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 23 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts = 24 bobbles and 24 sc)

Row 8: Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next 6 st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next 7 st. 2 sc in next st* 5 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts)

Row 9: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 26 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts = 27 bobbles and 27 sc)

Row 10: Ch 1. Sc in same st and each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts)

Row 11 - 18: Repeat rows 9 and 10.

Row 19 - 20: Switch to larger hook. Ch 1. Sc in same st and each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts) Fasten off and weave in ends.

Toddler Bumpy Bobble Beany

Tons of requests for this one. I don't have a computer anymore so it is hard to post. Sorry about that.

This hasn't been tested. If you find a problem, please email me and I will try to get back to you.

Materials

1 Skein Size 4 aran weight yarn (I used I Love This Yarn from Hobby lobby)

Size J (6.00 mm) crochet hook or hook needed to get correct gauge

Size K (6.50 mm) crochet hook or one hook size up from your smaller hook

Gauge

3 st = 1” in pattern stitch with smaller hook

pattern st is (sc in one st, mb in next st.)

Approximate Finished Dimensions

1 - 3 years - 17” x 7”

Abbreviations

ch - chain

sc - single crochet

st(s) - stitch(es)

sl st - slip stitch

mb - make bobble

rem - remaining

Notes

• This pattern in written in American English terminology.
• Rounds are joined with a slip stitch. Do not turn.
• Instructions in *stars* are repeated the number of times indicated after the second *.
• If you are not familiar with the magic loop, here is a good tutorial to learn the technique http://www.crochetme.com/forums/t/28917.aspx If you are still not comfortable with the technique you can chain 2 and 6 sc in second ch from hook instead.

• Start the pattern using your smaller hook and then you will switch to the larger hook for the last few rounds as indicated in each individual set of instructions.

Special Stitches

mb - make bobble - Yarn over and insert hook into designated stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook. You will now have 2 loops still on your hook. *Yarn over and insert hook into same stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook* 2 times. You will now have a total of four loops on the hook. Yarn over and draw through all 4 loops. Bobble complete!

1 - 3 years

Foundation Row:  With smaller hook. Form a magic loop. 6 sc in loop. Pull tight. Join with sl st to first sc. (6 sts)

Row 1: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in same stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in same stitch* 5 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sts = 6 bobbles and 6 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1. 2 sc in same st. 2 sc in each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts)

Row 3:  Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts = 12 bobbles and 12 sc)

Row 4: Ch 1. Sc in same st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts)

Row 5: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 17 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts = 18 bobbles and 18 sc)

Row 6: Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next 2 st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts)

Row 7: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 23 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts = 24 bobbles and 24 sc)

Row 8: Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next 22 sts. 2 sts in next st. Sc in next 23 sts. 2 sc in next st. Join with sl st to first sc. (50 sts)

Row 9: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 24 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (50 sts = 25 bobbles and 25 sc)

Row 10: Ch 1. Sc in same st and each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (50 sts)

Rows 11 -16: Repeat rows 9 and 10.

Rows 17 - 18: Switch to larger hook. Ch 1. Sc in same st and each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (50 sts) Fasten off and weave in ends.

A few more Baby Bumpy Bobble Beanies!

Here are some more hats you guys made using my free baby bumpy bobble beanie pattern!

Butterick 5466 Pencil Skirt

This skirt, Butterick 5466 view D, is just fantastic and easy peasy to make. I chose it because I am tired of making skirts with darts in the front that end up with little bumps. My stomach is relatively flat so there is not really much for the fabric to curve around. I am really happy with the fit. It is probably the most well fitting garment that I have ever made. It is also incredibly comfortable. Not to mention it goes perfectly with my vintage 50's style. Win all around!

Fabric: Heavy weight 100% cotton home dec gingham fabric from my mother in law
Notions: Zipper and thread from my stash
Pattern: Butterick 5466 from my stash. I made a straight size 12 and then just fitted the princess seams on the muslin.
Cost: FREE!

Fall for Cotton Final Project

After a but of fussing with Simplicity 1590, it has been determined that this body does not do well with peplums. I switched over to New Look 6945. It is not a vintage pattern, but I think it is generic enough that with the correct fabric it can look good in a wardrobe from any decade. Pants are vintage reprint  Simplicity 3688.

I did an FBA, Moved the darts about 1" toward the middle, then changed them to princess seams, shortened the bodice by 3/4" and had to grade between different sizes to get it to fit properly. I also widened the back by 1".

Sunday Strategy 9/29/13

To Do This Week:

• Get my Fall for Cotton post up.
• Continue working on my sweater for the Hetty Knit Along.

Recap Of Last Week:

• Make muslin for Simplicity 1590 and make new pattern after fitting.
• Turns out I do not look good with anything that has a peplum. Working on another top pattern to replace.
• Work on Hetty sweater for the knit along.
• Started sleeves. Going well!

Sunday Strategy 09/22/13

This week:

• Finish Simplicity 1590 for the Fall for Cotton Sew Along and get the final post done.
• Continue working on Hetty for the Hetty Knit Along.

Recap Of Last Week:

• Make muslin for Simplicity 1590 and make new pattern after fitting.
• Work on Hetty sweater for the knit along.
• Done body and I am ready to start working on the sleeves.

Shorts For Rose

I made these for Rose last week. They are McCalls 6403. I altered the pattern a lot to get them to fit properly and to get the style she wanted. I removed the pockets. Also, Rose 43" hips and a 28" waist. She is also tall so I had to lengthen the crotch depth 3 inches and lengthen the darts a bunch. Tall, curvy girls just aren't fair =)

Sunday Strategy 9/15/13

I am a bit behind...

To Do This Week:

• Make muslin for Simplicity 1590 and make new pattern after fitting.
• Work on Hetty sweater for the knit along.

Recap of last week:

• Make muslin for Simplicity 1590 and make new pattern after fitting.
• Didn't get around to it. I was on a total knitting binge.
• Finish knitting the sleeves for my sweater.
• Done and blogged here.
• Finish a pair of shorts I am working on for Rose. I have already made 2 muslins so it should be a piece of cake to throw together the final pair.
• Finished and a post will be up soon!

Hetty Knit Along

I am going to join the Hetty Knit Along hosted over at Ravelry. It starts tomorrow and ends the end of October.

I am using Bamboo Ewe, a 45/55 bamboo/wool blend.

I have already made my gauge swatch. I had to size up a needle to get the correct gauge.

Vintage Sweater Progress

So far I have finished the body and sleeves of my 1960's cardigan. I still have to sew the pieces together, make the button bands and finish the collar.

Sunday Strategy 09/08/2013

Goals for this week:

• Make muslin for Simplicity 1590 and make new pattern after fitting.
• Finish knitting the sleeves for my sweater.
• Finish a pair of shorts I am working on for Rose. I have already made 2 muslins so it should be a piece of cake to throw together the final pair.

Recap of last week:

• I have 4 projects that just need the final finishing touches, basically all the hand sewing to finish them off. I want to finish at least 2 of them this week.
• I finished a dress and a pair of shorts! I will post about them as soon as I get pics.
• Get an inspiration post finished for the Fall for Cotton Sew Along.
• Posted here.
• Finish the sleeves on my current knitting project.
• I got a lot done on the sleeves but they are going a bit slower than anticipated. I am on the sleeve caps so things are moving along.

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Here are some more hats that Ms. Betty has made for charity using my Baby Bumpy Bobble Beanie pattern!

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I am in love with the wide leg 1940's swing style trousers. I will use Simplicity 3688. I bought some milk chocolate colored 100% cotton twill at Jo-Ann's last week with my 60% off coupon. At that point it was only $4.00/yard!

I am also going to do Simplicity 1590 View A. I am using the pink, white and brown striped quilting cotton. I got it on sale for $1.85/yard. 

I already had both patterns in my stash so that worked out well!

Sunday Strategy 09/01/2013

• I have 4 projects that just need the final finishing touches, basically all the hand sewing to finish them off. I want to finish at least 2 of them this week.
• Get an inspiration post finished for the Fall for Cotton Sew Along.
• Finish the sleeves on my current knitting project.

Vintage Knitted Cardigan in the Works

It is going a bit slow but I am quite happy so far. This is a vintage pattern from the early 60's I believe.

Cherry Embroidered High Waist Shorts

I saw an adorable pair of shorts with cherries embroidered on them on Etsy the other day and decided that I must have a pair. They are cute but for the price of $57, I am definitely going to make my own. I did change a few things. I made them fully fitted instead of having the elastic at the back of the waist. I also skipped the pocket and put the cherries on the leg instead. I used my embroidery machine because I don't have the patience to embroider by hand.

Close up of cherries. Plus you can see where I used the really shiny 

polyester embroidery thread to do a little contrast top stitching around the legs.

Inside view- I am a bit obsessed with no having raw edges showing. 

Details

• Pattern: McCalls 6331 View A (from stash), Self drafted waistband - $1
• Pattern Changes: I lengthened both the front and back darts for a smoother fit. I also added a waistband.
• Fabric: About 1 yard light weight denim from my stash, a gift from Nanan - free
• Notions: Invisible Zipper - $2, Thread from stash - 50¢
• Time: I worked on them over a 3 day period. It would have been faster if I did not have to set up and take down my machines to switch between embroidery and sewing.
• Total Cost: about $4 (I saved $53 by making them myself)

Hats for Charity

Ms. Betty emailed me yesterday with this pic of some Baby Bumpy Bobble Beanies she is making for a charity. It really makes me happy to know that my patterns are actually useful! Thanks Ms. Betty!

Fall For Cotton Sew Along

I am going to join the Fall for Cotton Sew Along hosted by Lucky Lucille and By Gum, By Golly. I am really excited because I have absolutely a ton of inspiration at the moment and I ALWAYS use cotton. Yay! I will have an inspiration post up in a couple days.

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After spending the summer in Hawaii, I came home and started sewing like crazy. I had so much inspiration I needed to get out. I tried to make New Look 6699 but the bodice did not fit correctly. I cut off the bottom and made it into a skirt. More to come later. Sorry the picture is not so good.