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The Mountainside Hat is the first pattern from the Mountainside Collection. Designs in the collection include a hat, cowl, wrist warmers (fingerless gloves), and a cup cozy.

The Mountainside Hat can be made as a traditional hat or a messy bun style.

The Yarn

The yarn I used is Lion Brand’s Hometown Bonus Bundle in the colorways Aspen Tweed (white tweed) and Salem Creek (pink and charcoal). Any super bulky weight yarn will work; Lion Brand’s Wool-Ease Thick and Quick, Loops & Threads Cozy Wool, and Loops & Threads Lush Alpaca are great options.

Supplies Needed

For the hat you will need:

– Approximately 100 yards of #6 weight yarn
– M/9.00 mm crochet hook
– Yarn needle
– Scissors
– Measuring tape
– Pompom (optional)
– Elastic hair tie (for messy bun style)

Stitches Used

Ch – Chain
Cl(s) – Cluster(s)
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Mc – Magic Circle
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch
St(s) – Stich(es)
YO – Yarn Over

Gauge and Final Measurements

Gauge: 5 Cl x 5 rows = 4″ square

Final Measurements: 8″ tall x 11″ wide

Stitch Definition

Cl(s) – Cluster(s):
[The Cl is comprised of a Dc and Hdc together.]

YO, insert hook into next St, YO and pull up a loop, YO, pull through first 2 loops on hook, YO, insert hook into SAME St, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through all 4 loops on hook. Cluster Completed.

Pattern Notes

When doing the Ch 1, pull up the loop a little higher than you normally would. This helps to not have the first cluster tight and have the seam noticeable.

Availability

Find out how you can get your Mountainside Hat pattern for free HERE.

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The Pattern

In MC or around an elastic hairband.

1.) Ch1, 6Cls. Sl St into 1st Cl. (6)

2.) Turn, Ch1, 2Cl in 1st Cl, and each Cl around. Sl St into 1st Cl. (12)

3.) Turn, Ch 1, Cl in 1St Cl, 2Cls in the next Cl, Cl in next Cl, 2Cls in next St, repeat around. Sl St into 1st Cl. (18)

4.) Turn, Ch 1, Cl in 1st Cl, Cl in next Cl, 2Cls in next Cl, Cl in next 2 Cls, 2Cl in next St, repeat around. Sl St into 1st Cl. (24)

5.) Turn, Ch 1, Cl in 1st Cl, Cl in next 2 Cls, 2Cls in next Cl, Cl in next 3 Cls, 2Cls in next Cl, repeat around. Sl St into 1st Cl. (30)

6.) Turn, Ch 1, Cl in 1st Cl and each Cl around. Sl St into 1st Cl. (30)

Repeat round 6 until approximately 7” tall or desired height.

Ch 1, LOOSELY Sc in each Cl around. (30)

Ch 1, LOOSELY Sc in each Cl around. (30)

Finish off and weave in ends.

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One of my goals when I started designing was to have a featured hat pattern in the Sweet Potato 3 Crochet Cancer Challenge. In 2014 Christine started the Crochet Cancer Challenge to bring the crochet community together to support those battling cancer. You can read more about the Crochet Cancer Challenge here. A FAQ section is also provided at the bottom of this post, just scroll to the bottom.

The Yarn

This year Christine asked that the designers use the color of the particular cancer ribbon we’d like to help bring awareness to. I decided on pink for breast cancer.

I’ve known a few people who have battled breast cancer. Some are currently in remission and almost back to normal and some have lost their battle.

One of the people who has lost their battle to breast cancer was my aunt’s best friend Mary. Mary was an amazing artist and calligraphist; I was fortunate enough to be gifted a few of her projects when I was younger. She unfortunately passed away in March of 2012.

A breast cancer survivor that I know is someone who holds a special place in my son’s life, his kindergarten teacher. She is currently in remission and just as healthy as anyone else. With the current health crisis here in the United States, I was worried that she wouldn’t be teacher this year. When we got word that she would be returning to teach kindergarten this year we were all very excited.

The yarn I used was Big Twist Value in the colorway Bubblegum. After searching all 4 of the local stores that carry yarn, I went back to Joann’s to grab this one. It was the best pink that was soft enough and would help showcase the texture of the stitches in the beanie.

Supplies

– 150 yards of worsted weight yarn
– H/5.00mm crochet hook
– Yarn needle
– Measuring Tape
– Scissors
– Pompom (optional)

Stitches Used

Blo – Back Loop Only
Ch –Chain
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Mc – Magic Circle
Sc – Single Crochet
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Tr – Treble Crochet

Gauge and Sizes

Gauge: 14 Sts x 12 rows = 4”

Sizes: Finished circumference
Adult Small – 20.5” (listed below)
Adult Large – 22” (available on pdf)

Pattern Notes

– Worked in rounds.
– A stitch count for each row has been provided.
– Diameter measurement after round 7 is 6” across the middle.
– The finished beanie is stretchy and creates a comfortable fit.

The Pattern

Adult Small

1) 10 Hdc in MC, connect to 1st Hdc with Sl St. (10)

2) Turn, Ch 1, (Sc, Tr) in 1st St and each St around. Join with Sl St to 1st St. (20)

3) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St, 2Hdc in next St, *Hdc in next St, 2Hdc in next St, * repeat around. Join with Sl St to 1st St. (30)

4) Turn, Ch 1, (Sc, Tr) in 1St St, Sk next St, (Sc, Tr) in next St, *(Sc, Tr) in next St, Sk next St, (Sc, Tr) in next St, * repeat around. Join with a Sl St to 1st St. (40)

5) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st 3 Sts, 2Hdc in next St, *Hdc in next 3 Sts, 2Hdc in next St, * repeat around. Join with Sl St to 1st St. (50)

6) Turn, Ch 1, (Sc, Tr) in 1St St, Sk next St, (Sc, Tr) in next St, Sk next St (Sc, Tr) in next St, *[(Sc, Tr) in next St, Sk next St,] 2 times, (Sc, Tr) in next St, * repeat around. Join with a Sl St to 1st St. (60)

7) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st 5 Sts, 2Hdc in next St, *Hdc in next 5 Sts, 2Hdc in next St, * repeat around. Join with Sl St to 1st St. (70)

8) Turn, Ch 1, (Sc, Tr) in 1St St, Sk next St, *(Sc, Tr) in next St, Sk next St, * repeat around. Join with Sl St to 1st St. (70)

9) Turn, Ch 1, Hdc in 1st St and each St around. Join with Sl St to 1st St. (70)

Repeat rounds 8 & 9 until desired length, 7” for beanie or 12” for slouch style. Move on to the brim.

Brim

Ch 6

1) Sc in 2nd Ch from the hook and each Ch across. (5)

2) Sl St into the next 2 Sts of hat.

3) Turn, Ch 1, Sc in Blo of 1st St and each St across. (5)

4) Turn, Ch 1, Sc in Blo of 1st St and each St across. (5)

Repeat rows 2-4 around the edge of the hat. Sl St to starting Ch.
Finish off. Weave in all ends.

Availability

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FAQ’s

• Information explaining what the Crochet Cancer Challenge is, click HERE.
• What type of hat should I make? What Sizes? Where do I get the patterns? Click HERE.
• Yarn Recommendations to use for the hats, click HERE.
• Where should I donate my hats, click HERE.
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The Autumn Love Cowl will be your new favorite cool weather accessory. This FREE crochet pattern features at least 2 colors of bulky weight yarn.

I used two colors, but the results would be amazing with each section a separate color. The Autumn Love Cowl would be a great project to use up any of your partially used skeins from previous projects.

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Supplies Needed

– 270 yards of Loops And Threads Charisma yarn or equivalent #5 weight yarn (details in notes below)
– K/6.5mm crochet hook
– Measuring tape
– Scissors
– Yarn needle

Stitches Used

Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
LDc – Long Double Crochet
RS – Right Side
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch
WS – Wrong Side
YO– Yarn Over

Stitch Definition

Ldc – Long Double Crochet – YO, insert hook into St, YO pull though the St and pull up loop to the height of a DC, YO pull through 2 loops, YO pull through remaining loops.

Tips & Tricks

Changing Colors – When changing colors, complete the last Dc with the next color. 

For example; with Color 1, YO, insert hook into St, YO pull up a loop, YO pull through 2 loops; YO with Color 2 and pull through remaining loops.

Gauge and Sizes

Gauge: 10 Sts x 6 Rows = 4” square of Dc
Size: 15” Wide x 12” Tall

Pattern Notes

Yardage needed:
160 yards of Color A (2 skeins)
109 yards of Color B (1 skein)

Carry the yarn up at the seam on the WS.

A stitch count is given at the end of each row.

There is a 4 row repeat, changing after each 2 rows.

The Pattern

With Color A:

Ch 82

1) Dc in 4^th Ch (Ch 3 counts as a St) from the hook and each Ch across.  Join with a Sl St to the top of the Ch 3. (80) RS (Use tail to connect bottom when weaving in ends.)

2) Turn, Ch 1, Dc in 1^st St, Dc in next St, *Ch 3, Sk 3, dc in next 5 Sts, * repeat 8 MORE times, Ch 3, Sk 3, dc in next 3 Sts. Connect to 1^st St with a Sl St. (10 Ch3 spaces, 50 Dc)

Color B

3) Turn, Ch 1, Dc in 1^St St and next 2 Sts, 3LDc into center of previous rows skipped Sts, *Dc in next 5 Sts, 3Ldc into center of previous rows skipped Sts, * repeat 8 more times, Dc in last 2 Sts. Connect to 1^st Dc with Sl St. (10 3LDc’s, 50 Dc’s)

4) Turn, Ch 1, Dc in 1^st St and next 5 Sts, *Ch 3, Sk 3, Dc in next 5 Sts, * repeat 8 more times, Dc in last 2 Sts. Connect to 1^st St with a Sl St. (9 Ch3 spaces, 53 Dc’s)

Color A

5) Turn, Ch 1, Dc in 1^st St and next 6 Sts, *3Ldc into center of previous rows skipped Sts, Dc in next 5 Sts, * repeat 8 more times, Dc in the last St. Connect to 1^st St with a Sl St.
(9 3Ldc’s, 53 Dc)

6) Turn, Ch 1, Dc in 1^st St, Dc in next St, *Ch 3, Sk 3, Dc in next 5 Sts, * repeat 8 MORE times, Ch 3, Sk 3, Dc in next 3 Sts. Connect to 1^st St with a Sl St. (10 ch3 spaces, 50 dc)

Color B

7) Repeat row 3.

8) Repeat row 4.

Color A

9) Repeat row 5.

10) Repeat row 6.

Color B

11) Repeat row 3.

12) Repeat row 4.

Color A

13) Repeat row 5.

14) Repeat row 6.

Color B

15) Repeat row 3.

16) Repeat row 4.

Color A

17) Repeat row 5.

18) Repeat row 6.

Color B

19) Repeat row 3.

20) Repeat row 4.

Color A

21) Repeat row 5.

22) Do NOT Turn, Ch 1, Dc in 1^st St and each St around. (80)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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I’ve been friends with Krystal of Eco-Minded Stitches for a while now. I like to think that my influence has helped her step out of her comfort zone and start her crochet designing journey.

We’re both members of the Crochetpreneur Business Academy and trying to learn all the things about being a crochet business owner. We’ve come to learn a lot about ourselves and the dreams we have as designers in the crochet world.

I’ve asked Krystal if she’d be interested in having a guest post on my blog to help each other. Life is always a little easier when a friend is by your side when starting something new. I haven’t had another designer featured on my site before and she doesn’t have a blog to send her followers to for a free pattern.

Be sure to follow Krystal on social media and to sign up for her newsletter, all links can be found at the bottom of the page. Now, for the heartfelt memory of Krystal’s inspiration behind the XOXO Eco-Mini.

The XOXO Eco-Mini

Krystal of Eco-Minded Stitches

Krystal is the maker and designer behind Eco-Minded Stitches. She and her family reside in Michigan. She is a stay-at-home mom to her two daughters.

She learned to crochet on a short weekend trip out of state in 2015. Since then, Krystal has been perfecting her crochet stitches and techniques. She enjoys making items for the home to support sustainable living.

Besides crocheting Krystal enjoys gardening, hand lettering and reading. The beach is her happy place. 

The Inspiration Behind The XOXO Eco-Mini

My parents divorced when I was young. My paternal grandmother, who we called GG, always made a point to send my brother and I mail quarterly. Over the years I have kept some of the letters and cards she has sent. 

For my 16th birthday she sent me a wonderful card and gift as well.

A few things have always stuck out to me. She always wrote in cursive. Her cursive and my own mother’s handwriting were completely different from one another. I remember spending hours analyzing their writing…and not to forge a signature either. I found it fascinating that it was the same…cursive…yet so different. 

I believe this is where my love for writing came into play as a teen. I was already journaling. I remember changing up my writing within my journal from printing to cursive. I also remember many pages being scribbled out due to the fact that I was practicing letters and they didn’t look like my own mother’s cursive or even my GG’s. I unfortunately do not have any of my journals from when I was a teen (insert sad face here). 

Sadly my GG passed away last year at the age of 94. We recently moved into a new home. While packing I found where I placed her gift she sent me for my 16th birthday. I was then reminded of her as I often am and had an idea. I have designed the XOXO Mini with her in mind. She always made me feel important and special by speaking to me as she would anyone else. As a child being spoken to by an adult as if you were one too was one of the best feelings ever.

The stitches used in this design resemble the XOXO she signed her letters with.

Availability

You can find this pattern for free here on Trista’s blog or an ad-free version in my Etsy and Ravelry shops.

I hope you enjoy this pattern as much as I enjoyed designing it.

Stitches Used

~ cdc – sk 1 st, dc in next st, crossing in front of the dc just made work 1 dc in last sk st.

~ pf – yo, insert hook into st, yo pull loop up to desired height (yo, insert hook into same st, yo pull up loop to height of previous loops) twice, yo, pull through all 7 loops, ch 1 to close pf.

Supplies

– Approximately 1 oz of  #4 worsted weight cotton yarn. I used I Love This Cotton 3.5 oz/ 100 gm 180 yds 165 m to make one cloth. Color Shown: Buttercup
– US size I crochet hook ( 5.5mm )
– Measuring Tape
– Scissors
– Stitch Markers
– Tapestry Needle

The Pattern

Ch 23

Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch from the hook and each st across. (22)

Row 2: Turn, ch 2, dc in 1st st, *cdc, * repeat across, dc in last st. (22)

Row 3: Turn, ch 1, hdc in 1st st and each st across. (22)

Row 4: Turn, ch 2, dc in 1st st, *pf, sk,* dc in last st. (22)

Row 5: Repeat row 3.

Row 6-13: Repeat rows 2-5.

Optional Loop: ch 20 and sl st to same st.

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

I hope you enjoy making this pattern as much I enjoyed designing it! Be sure and subscribe to my Newsletter for monthly Eco-Tips, what’s happening with Eco-Minded Stitches and a bit of real life. I’d love to see what you’ve made! Use #ecomindedstitches on Instagram and I’ll be sure and see what’ve you created.

Thank you,

Krystal

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