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2021 Crochet Cancer Challenge – Charity Crochet Event

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:16 mins read

Updated on November 4, 2021

What an amazing event 2021 was. I would like to personally thank each and everyone of you that participated, whether it was as a designer, a crocheter or if you were just able to share the challenge-thank you.

I love seeing all the hats made and hearing so many heart touching stories about your donations. The messages about why this challenge means so much to you are overwhelming. I read each and every one and do my best to respond. I feel honored to be able to host such an amazing event.

Now, my favorite part…. in October of 2021, our crochet community knocked last years numbers of pledges out of the water with 54,661. Yes, that is 54,661 hat made and lives touched by YOU. Thank you.

Original Cancer Challenge Info for 2021

Fall is almost in full swing here, the temperatures are dropping and the air is nice and crisp. This is a sign that October is nearing and that means my Crochet Cancer Challenge is coming up! This is my favorite charity crochet event and this year we are celebrating its 9th year!

It has been such an honor to host this event every year and I am able to witness how charitable our crochet community is. I receive messages daily about how this is a project that is close to home for so many. It is a blessing to witness how our crochet community makes a difference one hat at a time.

what is the crochet Cancer Challenge

The Cancer Challenge is a crochet charity event that lasts the entire month of October. Each day of the month a new crochet pattern designer will be featured. In this feature they will release a new hat pattern that has been designed in honor of someone they know who has battled cancer or to help bring awareness to a specific type of cancer. Their hat design will be FREE for 48 hours in EXCHANGE for a pledge. By downloading the pattern for free you are taking a pledge to make a minimum of one hat from that pattern to donate.

Over the last 9 years, the Crochet Cancer Challenge has grown and reached so many. It is a personal charity that means so much to so many crocheters and so many of us designers. The time and efforts put into this event by everyone is greatly appreciated.

Each hat made has a special meaning for the designer, the maker and the recipient. Help spread the word and encourage our efforts to grow by sharing the challenge, the links, photos of your completed hats and your donation piles. Use the hashtag #CrochetCancerChallenge in your posts and shares to help identify our efforts.

The more people that see our challenge the more it will grow and the more we can touch others in a positive way.

Daily Crochet Cancer Challenge Features

Every day this blog post will be updated with the new featured designer’s crochet hat pattern links. All you have to do is go to their website, take a minute to read their post, learn the significant meaning behind their design and reflect on that as you make their design.

Just a reminder, each design is available for 24 hours only. If you miss a pattern, don’t worry, there will be plenty of others available. To get the pattern for free you will need to use the code “CancerChallenge“. Look for this button in their blog post:

Do you have more questions about the Crochet Cancer Challenge? Scroll to the bottom of this post for more informative links.

Add a Tag to your donation

It’s fun to add something personal to your hats that you plan to donate. I created these simple tags that you can print, then punch a hole in the top and tie them to your completed hats. The tag gives you room to write the size of the hat (sometimes specifying childrens, adult small vs. adult large helps when they pick out a hat), plus you can write down your name as the maker.

You can optionally add a note on the back saying you were thinking of them as you crocheted their hat. Or, that you said a prayer for them, their family and or the doctors and nursing staff as you made the hat. It’s these personal touches that can make a generous gift even more personal.

Download & Print Tags HERE

October 2021 Featured designs

Oct 1 – Sweet Potato 3

The Colors of Courage Hat is designed in multiple colors to recognize all those fighting this awful battle. As you make this hat think about and pray for their journey.

Find Pattern HERE

This pattern will be available for FREE through October 31, 2021.

Crystalized Designs – 1st Bonus Weekend

The Adelaide Beanie was created for Breast Cancer and uses pink yarn.

Find Pattern HERE

This pattern is available for FREE through Monday October 4, 2021.

Eye Love Knots – 1st Bonus Weekend

This Striped Dylan Claire Beanie features stripes of white to represent Retinoblastoma Awareness, and gold to represent Childhood Cancer Awareness.

Find Pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through October 31, 2021.

Simply Melanie Jane – 1st Bonus Weekend

For my hat, I chose the color teal for ovarian/cervical cancer in honor of my sister. When she got the diagnosis, she was terrified, as so many others are as well. She lived too far away for me to give her a physical hug, but my thoughts and good vibes were always with her.

Find pattern HERE.

Get this pattern FREE through Oct 2, 2021.

Inspire Creation Designs – 1st Bonus Weekend

The 6th will be free with your pledge, but for the rest of the year Valerie will be donating $1 from each sale to donate.

Find Pattern HERE.

This pattern is FREE through Sunday Oct 31, 2021.

Oct 4 – Made with a Twist

The Karen Strong beanie was created in honor of one of Pam’s dearest friends who lost her battle to multiple cancers in August of 2021. It’s the personal touch of this challenge that makes it so meaningful to so many.

Find Pattern HERE.

This pattern is FREE through Tuesday October 5, 2021.

Oct 5 – Straight Hooked

Today is a very special day because it is my father’s birthday and to celebrate, I designed him a hat! If you were not aware, my father has been in Heaven for over 15 years. He got an early ticket to meet Jesus with the assistance of Glioblastoma, which is a form of brain cancer.
Malena, www.straighthooked.com

Find Pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through 10/6/2021.

Oct 6 – Briana K

This year I chose the color black to highlight Melanoma Cancer. Skin cancer can be largely preventable. Since Iiving in Florida, I’ve become more aware of the need to protect my skin against the sun.
Briana K, www.BrianaKdesigns.com

Find Pattern HERE.

This pattern is available FREE through Oct 7, 2021.

Oct 7 – Simply Hooked by Janet

The Eternal Dawn Beanie! Why orange? I chose the color orange for this hat to bring awareness to Kidney Cancer for this challenge.

Find the pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through Oct 8, 2021.

Oct 8 – Through The Loop Yarn Craft

This year I have chosen to deign the Louka Beanie in Emerald for Liver Cancer Awareness.
My Nana, passed away after her battle with Liver cancer when I was just 24 years old.
www.ThroughTheLoopYC.com

Find the pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through Oct 31, 2021.

2nd Weekend Bonus – Fosbas Designs

TI have chosen to talk about tobacco cancer, as it is one of the common cancers where I grew up. This beanie is dedicated to everyone fighting cancer caused by the use of Tobacco. My thought and prayers are for you all.he Pebble Beanie
www.FosbasDesigns.com

Find the pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through Oct 31, 2021.

2nd Weekend Bonus – Hooked for life

Hooked for Life designed the Lavendula hat in lavendar to recognize all types of cancer.

Find the pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through Oct 10, 2021.

2nd Weekend Bonus – Lakeview Cottage Kids

The “Hope” Beanie is made with white yarn which is the color that represents lung cancer. Lung Cancer is the horrible disease that took my beloved Dad’s life. Here is the story of his cancer journey.
www.lakeviewcottagekids.com

Find the pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through Oct 31, 2021.

Oct 11 – Endless Crochet Creations

Tammy designed the Endless Textured Beanie in black to help bring awareness to Melanoma Cancer. The hat is made using a worsted #4 weight yarn.

Find the pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through Oct 13, 2021.

Oct 12 – Underground Crafters

My maternal grandmother who taught me to crochet passed away after a short battle with pancreatic cancer in 2007. I miss our weekly calls and her laughter so much!
Purple is the awareness color for pancreatic cancer,
www.undergroundcrafter.com

Find the pattern HERE.

Pattern is FREE through Oct 31, 202.

oct 13 – Ambassador Crochet

This is Ambassador Crochet’s 6th year participating in the challenge.

In January 2019 the cancer challenge turned personal for me when my husband was diagnosed with stage 4 Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), which is a rare form of bladder cancer.
www.AmbassadorCrochet.com

Find the pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for FREE through Oct. 20, 2021.

Oct 14 – Nana’s Crafty Corner

Earlier this year Tonya received devastating news that her granddaughter, Nina, was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. This beanie was designed with this sweet little girl in mind, so please keep her in your thoughts and prayers as you crochet your donation hat.

Find pattern HERE.

Pattern is available for FREE through Oct 15, 2021.

Oct 15 – Crochets by Trista

I designed the Quiet River Hat in a light purple in honor of those with pancreatic cancer. One of my closest and dearest friends Grandmother, Yvonne, suffered from pancreatic cancer.”
www.CrochetsByTrista.com

Find Pattern HERE.

Pattern available for FREE through Oct 16, 2021

Bonus Weekend – Handmade by Yarn Mama

The Cedar Creek Beanie.

Find hat pattern HERE.

Pattern is available through Oct 17, 2021 for free as part of the challenge.

Bonus Weekend – Salty Pearl Crochet

The Textured Stripes Chemo Cap uses simple stitch for a rich textured design. Download on Ravelry today to make your pledge.

Find hat pattern HERE.

Pattern available for Free as part of the challenge through Oct 17, 2021.

Bonus Weekend – Heartmade Crafts

It is an honor to have the Cancer Awareness Ribbon hat design. This designer is a 5X cancer fighter who is living with metestatic breast cancer.

Find hat pattern HERE.

This pattern is available for Free through October 16, 2021.

Weekend bonus – Purdy Sweet Crochet

Merri designed the Flossie’s Feathers beanie in memory of her mom who passed in January of 2021.

Find Hat Pattern HERE.

Pattern is available for Free as part of the challenge through October 31, 2021.

Oct 18 – Snappy Tots

I am so happy to feature Snappy Tots, she has been a part of the Crochet Cancer Challenge every year since it started. This year her hat design is special because it acknowledges the wide range of daily emotions a cancer scare or diagnosis might cause.

Find hat pattern HERE.

Pattern is FREE for the challenge through Oct 31, 2021

Oct 19 – Sunflower Cottage Crochet

With this design I am honouring my own Grandad. He fought oesophageal cancer when I was in my late teens.
www.SunflowerCottageCrochet.com

Find hat pattern HERE.

Pattern is FREE through Oct 31 for the challenge.

Oct 20 – Crochetverse

This year’s hat is dedicated to by friend Shawna Dandois of DandoisLion DeLights and is currently on her journey with breast cancer. Yes, the hat is not pink, but she is an amazing human and I wanted to honor her and ask for prayers, universal love, and healing for her. Thank you it is my absolute honor to be a part of this event.
Stephanie Pokorny / www.Crochetverse.com

Find Hat Pattern HERE.

Pattern available FREE for the challenge through Oct 31, 2021.

Oct 21 – Bliss This

This year, I decided to create a beanie in honor of those who have battled or are battling prostate cancer. I named the beanie RJay, using my dad’s initials. I’m so grateful to have my dad here with us nearly 16 years after he BEAT cancer.
www.AmberBlissThis.com

Find Hat Pattern HERE.

Pattern is FREE through Oct 22, 2021 for the Crochet Cancer Challenge.

Oct 22 – Ned & Mimi

For my Simple Joys Beanie, I chose the color gold in support of childhood cancer
www.NedandMimi.com

Find pattern HERE.

Pattern is FREE as part of the challenge through Oct 23.

Weekend Bonus – Creations by Courtney

(Courtney’s friend) Stacy dealt with thyroid cancer, and thyroid cancer is represented by a ribbon that is pink, purple and teal. While inspired by my friend, I added my own touch when designing the Stacy Sunhat.
www.creationsbycourtney.com

Find pattern HERE (click the ‘ravelry’ button).

Pattern available for FREE through Oct 24, 2021.

Weekend Bonus – Pam’s Cozy Corner

As a Registered Nurse, I previously worked on a Neurology floor for a long time. Apart from taking care of stroke and head injury patients, we took care of brain and spinal cord tumor patients.
www.pamscozycorner.com

Find pattern HERE.

Pattern available FREE through Oct 31, 2021.

Oct 25 – SEK Handmade

I had a vision for this hat all the way back in April. I knew I wanted to create a beginner friendly hat that was a modern twist on a classic design element.
www.SEKHandmade.com

Find the pattern HERE.

Pattern available for FREE as part of the Challenge through 8:00 am (Mountain Time) on Oct 26, 2021.

Oct 26 – Wish Upon a Hook

The Pebblebrook Beanie was made in a grey color to help bring awareness to Brain Cancer.

Find Pattern HERE.

Pattern is available for FREE as part of the challenge through Oct 27, 2021.

Breann Hat - Crafting Each Day - Crochet Cancer Challenge

Oct 27 – Crafting Each Day

This hat (the Breena Hat) is in honor of someone special in my life’s battle with esophogeal cancer.
www.CraftingEachDay.com

Find the pattern HERE.

Pattern is available for FREE as part of the challenge through Oct 31, 2021.

Oct 28 – Hooks Books & Wanderlust

Back in 2015 when I was going through chemo…, I made myself soooo many hats. I hated wearing my wig because it was so itchy, so I relied on hats daily. They served to keep me warm (boo to being bald in the winter!), act as “hair” in a weird sort of way, and frankly, to make me feel pretty and seen.
wwww.bookshookswanderlust.com

Find Pattern HERE.

Pattern will be FREE through Oct 29, 2021.

Oct 29 – Two Brothers Blanket

The Faith Hat crochet pattern is a very simple toque style hat. It features the brick stitch throughout the body of the hat to give it a beautiful texture.
www.TwoBrothersBlankets.com

Find Hat Pattern HERE.

Pattern will be FREE as part of the challenge through October 31, 2021.

Last Weekend Bonus – Juniper & Oakes

My aunt was a very special lady and I wanted this design to be dedicated to her. I had planned to gift her my mock-up the next time I saw her, but I ran out of the yarn I was using, and before I could get to the store to buy more… she passed away.
www.JuniperandOakes.com

Find Pattern HERE.

Pattern available for FREE through Oct 31, 2021.

Bonus Weekend – Beeoutrageous

Purple is the color designated for Pancreatic Cancer.

I dedicate this Beanie to my Mom and others afflicted with this terrible disease.
Blanche Rosenblatt / Beeoutrageous

Find Pattern HERE.

Free through October 31, 2021 as part of the Crochet Cancer Challenge.

Bonus Weekend – Remington Lane

St. Peregrine is the patron saint of those suffering from cancer and other diseases. So I wanted this hat to be a tribute to all of the cancer warriors out there. I chose the color white to represent lung cancer. My aunt has been fighting lung cancer all year.
www.RemingtonLane.com

Find the Hat Pattern HERE.

Pattern availble FREE with your pledge through Oct 31, 2021.

Weekend Bonus – Creative Snugglies

A few years ago, I found out I had precancerous cells. The doctor informed me I had to have a hysterectomy. It was a very difficult time in my life especially since I was unable to conceive and carry a child to term. We have been so blessed with the gift of adoption but this has always been part of the cross I have to carry.
www.CreativeSnugglies.com

Find Hat Pattern HERE.

Pattern is available for FREE through Oct 31, 2021.

Bonus Pattern Time for those participating!

Check out how cute this is! I was so excited when Lisa reached out and told me she was so inspired by everyone making hats to donate that she designed this darling hat buddy and wanted to offer it free to all of you. I think this would be so cute for an office to use to display that they have hats for their patients.

Meet Hopeful, the Hat Buddy! I created this pattern for charity, to donate a cute Buddy to cancer centres and to hospitals, but I also created this pattern for all you lovely people who have been participating in the cancer challenge and have been working so hard to make beautiful hats and other items to donate to centres world wide. I thought, that you too may like to have a work station Buddy who sits and smiles at you while you work! So, this pattern is for your enjoyment as well…Unspoken hero’s you are I say… Hero’s in your own thoughtful way… So I hope you love making your own Hopeful Hat Buddy and that whatever you choose to do with it, I hope it puts a smile on your face or someone else’s face!
Lisa McNally

Find Hopeful the Hat Buddy Pattern HERE

Find more information about the Crochet Cancer Challenge Below:

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.
A fun start early project you can add to your hats, click HERE.

Colors of Courage Hat – Crochet Pattern

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:4 mins read

Crochet hats have always been my go-to designs. When the hats have a purpose, such as for the Crochet Cancer Challenge, the meaning behind them means even more. Those that have to battle through a cancer diagnosis must have courage and support. To honor them my design for the 2021 challenge is called the Colors of Courage Hat.

Colors of Courage

Unfortunately, there are so many different types of cancer. Over the years I have designed hats for someone specific each year. This year I wanted to honor them all by recognizing all the colors of the cancer ribbons.

The Hat Design

After years of hosting the Crochet Cancer Challenge I have heard from so many participants. I hear which designs you love and which ones you find more challenging. The designs that tend to get the comments about “so quick and easy I made more than 1 hat to donate” usually have quick and easy stitches.

I have been listening! I know a huge “like” are top-down patterns, so this year that is exactly what I designed. The pattern uses a simple stitch that works up quickly but still has amazing texture. The texture does not affect the feel of the hat, it is still soft and comfortable against the head.

Materials Needed for the colors of courage Hat

Crochet Hook size I (5.50 mm)
Crochet Hook size H (5.00 mm)
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) – 100-130 total yards
The samples made were using Lion Brand Mandala Ombre – color: Tranquil
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Measuring Tape

colors of courage hat design with tutorials

The pattern comes in sizes for children, youth/ladies and of course adult/men. As mentioned earlier, the hat is made in the traditional top-down method. I have included tutorials for the stitch combination used to create the texture in the main body of the hat.

Create the band of the hat using only the back bar to give the band a braided look. This is soft against the head but gives the hat the slight “hug” it needs to stay on.

Get the Colors of courage hat pattern

Ravelry shop: Click HERE

The Colors of Courage Hat pattern will be FREE for the entire month of October 2021 as part of the Crochet Cancer Challenge. You MUST use the code “CancerChallenge” at checkout on Ravelry to get the pattern for FREE.

Crochet Cancer Challenge Information

Designs will be released each morning Monday through Friday with a bonus weekend release on Saturdays. The challenge will run the entire month of October.

2021 Crochet Cancer Challenge Info HERE

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.
A fun start early project you can add to your hats, click HERE.

More Hat Patterns you may Love from prior crochet cancer challenges:

Dotty’s Dream Hat pattern: Click HERE
Waves of Hope pattern: Click HERE
Emerald Stone Hat pattern: Click HERE
FREE Basic Beanie pattern: Click HERE

More Crochet Fun

Follow Sweet Potato 3 on Facebook to see more pattern releases, sales and crochet fun, just click HERE.

However, if you would enjoy a more interactive group experience, you need to join my Crochet & Conversations facebook group, click HERE. It is a ton of fun and I encourage everyone to share their projects, WIPS (works in progress) and inspirations. Plus you get exclusive deals, are the first to see new releases, give input on designs and have opportunities to win patterns. Join now and get to know others who also enjoy the art of crochet.

Peppermint Twist Hat – Christmas In July Free Crochet Pattern

Post author:Christine
Reading time:6 mins read

Half way through July-Oh My! I cannot believe how quick the year is flying by, we are only 6 months away from Christmas. So, to celebrate this mid-way point I want to offer you all my Peppermint Twist Hat pattern for FREE. This is such a fun and unique design you are sure to love.

July 15th is a National Holiday for “giving something away”. I love the meaning behind this special day:

“Giving benefits us all… The giver also benefits. Giving not only makes us feel good but it teaches gratitude, too. Whether we give financially or by offering our skills and services, we lift others up. Our words can be a gift, too. Showing empathy, encouragement, and compassion to someone during a time of need may make us feel vulnerable, but it empowers those we offer it to as well.”
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-give-something-away-day-july-15/

Memories Of Peppermint & Christmas

When I think back on my childhood and Christmas time I think of all the goodies that are always readily available at parties. My favorite was homemade peppermints and how refreshing they were as they would melt in my mouth.

The Design Inspiration

See those twists of color? That was the inspiration behind this whimsical hat design. My favorite is the red and white, but it is so fun in other colors as well.

The Peppermint Twist hat pattern comes in sizes from newborn up to adult. The hat is made as a flat piece that is a parallelogram, and then sewn together along the ends. This is an easy pattern that is fun to see different color combinations.

Materials:

Hook size J (6 mm)
Hook size K (6.5 mm)
40-120 yards Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) in 2 colors – I used Red Heart Super Saver
Yarn Needle
Scissor

Stitches & Abbreviations Used:

Ch = Chain
Hdc = Half Double Crochet
Slst = Slip Stitch
2Hdc = work 2 Half Double Crochets in the same stitch
Hdc2tog = Half Double Crochet the next 2 stitches together

Gauge Check:

Please check gauge for appropriate sizing, change hook to correct size to obtain gauge. Each size uses a different hook size, so find what hook is recommended for the size you plan on crocheting, them complete your gauge check accordingly.

With Hook J: 8 rows with 14 hdc = 4 inches square (newborn, 6-12 month, youth)

With Hook K: 7 rows with 12 hdc = 4 inches square (3-6 month, 12-24 month, adult)

Hat Sizing:

The sizing of the Peppermint Twist Hat is slightly different than other Sweet Potato 3 Patterns, this is due to the design of the hat and the stretch.

Newborn (13” around & 5” high not counting top twist – fits up to 14” circumference)
3 to 6 Months (14” around & 5 ½ “ high not counting top twist – fits up to 15″ or 16″ circumference)
6 to 12 Months (16″ around & 6” high not counting top twist – fits up to 18″ circumference)
Toddler (18 ½” around & 7” high not counting top twist – fits up to 20″ circumference)
Youth (20” around & 8” high not counting top twist – fits up to 22” circumference)
Adult (22” around & 9” high not counting top twist – fits up to 24” circumference)

Notes About The Peppermint Twist Hat Design

Count the beginning chain as a stitch in each row.
Switch color of yarn every 2 rows, fasten off and bury yarn as you go.
When measuring the completed item measure from top to bottom, not along the diagonal stripe.
Hat height measurement given is the length from the base/crown of the hat up to the gather (or part that sits on top of the head), the gathered top is not included.

Peppermint Twist Hat Crochet Pattern

Newborn, 6-12 month, youth sizes use Hook J (6.00 mm)
3-6 Month, toddler, adult size use Hook K (6.50 mm)
pattern is written for the newborn size with subsequent sizes in parenthesis.
- For example: hdc in the next 24 (24, 29, 29, 37, 37) correlates to hdc in next Newborn (3-6 month, 6-12 month, toddler, youth, adult).

R1: Ch 29 (29, 33, 33, 41, 41), 2hdc in 3^rd ch from hook, hdc in next 24 (24, 29, 29, 37, 37) st, hdc2tog, turn (28, 28, 32, 32, 40, 40)

R2: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in next 24 (24, 29, 29, 37, 37) sts, 2hdc in last st, turn (28, 28, 32, 32, 40, 40)

Change Yarn Color

R3: Ch 2, 2hdc in 1^st st, hdc in next 24 (24, 29, 29, 37, 37) sts, hdc2tog, turn (28, 28, 32, 32, 40, 40)

R4-24(24, 28, 28, 32, 32): repeat rows 2 & 3 while continuing to change yarn color after every 2 rows.

Final Row: Lay hat flat, fold lower left corner over so it is aligned with the bottom edge. Next fold the upper right corner over. The bottom of your first row and the top of your last row will be aligned at an angle.

To crochet together, slst the sts from R1 and R24 (24, 28, 28, 32, 32) together. The ends that you are stitching together are at angles, match up the 1^st sts and as you work each stitch the edges will come together to create the diagonal design. After sewing rows together, fasten off and bury ends. Turn hat right side out, this will leave the seam on the inside of the hat.

Drawstring: Ch 40 (40, 50, 50, 60, 60), fasten off. Drawstring should measure about 11″ (11″, 12″, 12″, 13″, 13″). From the top of the hat count down 6 (6, 8, 8, 10, 10) sts, weave the drawstring through the sts of each row. Pull drawstring tight, wrap until the ends of the chain are left, tie tightly and weave in loose ends.

More Christmas Crochet Patterns You May Enjoy

Joyeux Noel Stocking pattern – click HERE
O’ Christmas Tree Skirt pattern – click HERE
Long John Stocking pattern – click HERE
FREE Elf Hat pattern – click HERE
Mitten Bunting / Advent Calendar – click HERE

More Crochet Fun

Follow Sweet Potato 3 on Facebook to see more pattern releases, sales and crochet fun, just click HERE.

Some Fun Ways Others are Celebrating “give something away day”

Check out a cute Hooded Tiger Blanket by Timmel Crochet – click HERE.
See How to Make a Crochet Dolphin by Creative Snugglies – click HERE.

Waves of Hope Hat – Crochet Pattern

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:3 mins read

The intricate details details of the stitch work shown in this gorgeous wave stitch shown in the Waves of Hope Hat. I love the simplicity of the design, a solid look with no interruptions. But, the pop of texture seen in the woven fibers is unbelievable.

The Waves of Hope Hat

My fall back design is hats, I have been designing hats since Sweet Potato 3 began. I love how some can be so unique and have different looks based off of the way you make them: bottom up, top down and side to side.

I try to design a few of each hat types every year. This year I was looking through my top selling patterns and my Button Up Waves Hooded Cocoon kept popping into my mind (check it out HERE). I think it is so popular because of the way the texture in the stitches just pops.

So, I decided to replicate that stitch in a design that you can make for just about anyone of any age, not just infants. The Waves of Hope hat comes in sizes for children up to adults. It’s a simple adjustment to alter the size of the hat. It can be worn slouchy, or just fold the brim for a more traditional look.

The Wave Sttich

I made a quick video tutorial on how to work the Wave Stitch you see in the hat. I think you will love this stitch, just make sure you work those slip stitches loose. Check out the tutorial below:

Materials Needed for Waves of Hope Hat

Crochet Hook Size H (5.00 mm)
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Approximately 190 -225 Yards in Main Color
Sample made in Mighty Stitch / color: Mint
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Measuring Tape

Check out my Testers Hat

I love how my tester added this adorable pom to her hat. And what can I say, I adore green!

Where to find the Waves of Hope Hat crochet pattern

Etsy shop: click HERE
Ravelry shop: click HERE
Ribblr shop: click HERE
Love Craft Shop: click HERE

More Hat Patterns you may Love:

Button Up Waves Hooded Cocoon: Click HERE
Dotty’s Dream Hat pattern: Click HERE
Emerald Stone Hat pattern: Click HERE
FREE Basic Beanie pattern: Click HERE

More Crochet Fun

Follow Sweet Potato 3 on Facebook to see more pattern releases, sales and crochet fun, just click HERE.

2020 Crochet Cancer Challenge – All October Long

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:10 mins read

October marks the month of Cancer Awareness and I am so excited to host another year of the Crochet Cancer Challenge. This has been an annual event that began in 2014, seven years later it has grown due to the generosity of the crochet community.

Our crochet community does so much for others by making handmade items and in this event those said items are all donated. Donations go to cancer patients or cancer centers in our own communities. We have this amazing opportunity to make a difference one hat at a time.

A Quick Overview of the Cancer Challenge

During the month of October a different crochet pattern designer will be featured. The designers has personally designed a hat in honor of someone they know, or to help bring awareness to a specific type of cancer. They will offer their design for FREE for 1 day only. If you download their pattern, you are taking a pledge to make a minimum of one hat from that pattern to donate.

The Crochet Cancer Challenge has become so personal to so many of you and to so many of us designers. I appreciate all the time and efforts everyone puts into this event. I hope to spread the word this year, so I am asking that you share photos of your finished hats on social media or links to the challenge AND always use the #CrochetCancerChallenge . The more people see our challenge, the more it will grow and that means the more people we can touch in a positive way. We can all use a little more positivity in our lives in 2020.

Daily Crochet Cancer Challenge Features

Each Day I will post a new designers hat link. You can then go to their site to read about who or what cancer they designed the hat for. Once again, each design will be free for 24 hours, but you must use code “CancerChallenge” to get the pattern free. Look for this button in their blog post:

Do you have more questions about the Crochet Cancer Challenge? Scroll to the bottom of this post for more informative links.

2020 Final Pledge Count

Let’s just face it, 2020 has been a crazy year. Some of us are stuck at home with time on our hands. Some are stuck at home juggling working with our kids around and/or helping them with online school. We are all in our own world of craziness.

Plus, some Cancer Centers were not taking donations due to COVID. So, I didn’t have any idea how our pledges would be. I am very excited to say that, although it wasn’t our biggest year, it was pretty darn close!

October 2020Features

Below you can see all the gorgeous designs that were featured in this years Crochet Cancer Challenge. The code to get them for free has expired. However, you can still grab them from the links and support the designers. I hope you enjoyed the challenge and making each hat to give away and brighten someone’s day. I also hope you keep adding to that stash pile of yarn so you are for the 2021 challenge next year.

Stitch in Progress

“My design is in support of those dealing with Prostate Cancer. My family has been affected by a prostate cancer diagnosis in the last year and I wanted to lend my support to all those men affected and the women who love and support them.”

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Find pattern HERE

Snappy Tots

The Full of Hope Beanie is sure to be a loved design. I love how the variegated yarn pops through in the hat!

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Find pattern HERE

Straight Hooked

Today I am so honored to have Malena, designer behind Straight Hooked featured. Malena wanted to offer 2 designs today that are very personal to her. Make sure you scroll through her blog post and grab BOTH designs:

“I designed the Brain Freeze Beanie in honor of my Daddy, who was taken home to Jesus with the not-so-friendly assistance of Brain Cancer. My dad had a heck of a sweet tooth, and would never say “no” to a big bowl of ice cream, so I named his hat “Brain Freeze”.

“I released the Ice Cap Beanie in honor of my momma who was always cold and battled Ovarian Cancer for the last decade of her life. “

Find Straight Hooked on Social Media:

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Find Both Patterns HERE

Sweet Potato Crochet Creations

“My best online crochet lady friend and soul sister, Krista, was diagnosed with breast cancer in February… You guys, this woman is the strongest person I know.”

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Find Pattern HERE

Woodland Stitchcraft

“My hat color, black, is the ribbon color for Melanoma or skin cancer. Living in a state like California where the sun is shining quite often and outdoor activity is a part of life in our state I felt this was a good fit for me.“

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Find Pattern HERE

Bliss This

This beanie design is dedicated to Edie, Gloria, Amparo, and Magui! This is also dedicated to my unstoppable dad, Rod, who remains cancer free, 15 years after his own battle with cancer!

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Find Pattern HERE

Two Brothers Blankets

Made in light blue color to represent the ribbon color for Prostate Cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, Prostate Cancer is the second most common cancer among men, behind skin cancer.

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Find Pattern HERE

Fosbas Designs

“No one deserves to go through the agony of battling Cancer, not the patients nor the relatives and loved ones. In my profession, I have seen so many people of all age groups go through this.“

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Find Pattern HERE

Crochet by Trista

Trista designed the Pearl Beanie because she’s, “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.”

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Find Pattern HERE

Through the Loop Yarn

The Rocksteady Beanie was designed and incorporates the color Lime to represent Lymphoma. This is very near and dear to her heart, please read her blog post about why.

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Find Pattern HERE

Ambassador Crochet

The Warrior Ribbon Hat is a wonderful design for the challenge. Make this hat in any color to help spread awareness for what cancer is close to your heart.

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Find Pattern HERE

Pink Crochet Hook

Message from Pink Crochet, “My great uncle Jack who was a very big part of my upbringing, passed away June 10th from leukemia. He had a sailboat he named after me that launched in ’84. Her name was “Lady Erin” so that is where the name of this awesome anchor hat came from. Thank you for downloading to pledge and as always happy crocheting Love Pinkcrochethook”

Find Pattern HERE

Crochetverse

The Double Quick Beanie was designed in support of is Ewing’s Sarcoma and to honor a beautiful friend. Stephanie wanted to bring as much love, light, and prayer for her and her family this year through her hat design.

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Find Pattern HERE

Sunflower Cottage Crochet

Helen designed the Robin’s Beanie with Sara’s father in mind, it is personal and is designed to help bring awareness to Colon Cancer. Find Sunflower Cottage on social media below:

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Find Pattern Here

Waves of Hope Hat Crochet Cancer Challenge

Sweet Potato 3

I was honored to take an extra day to help out a fellow designer who has a family member going through Cancer-this hat is in honor of her/family!

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Find Pattern Here

Sweet Potato 3

I designed the Dotty’s Dream hat this year to honor my daughters dance teacher, Dotty who was diagnosed with Breast Cancer.

Find Sweet Potato 3 on Social Media:

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Find Dotty’s Dream Hat HERE

Darcy’s Crochet Creations

Darcy designed the Leonard’s Star hat in honor of everyone who has fought colon cancer including her Grandfather & Uncle.

Facebook / Website

Find Hat Pattern HERE

Endless Crochet Creations

Tammy designed this lovely hat in honor of her mother who lost her battel to lung cancer in 2016.

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Find Pattern HERE

Wish Upon a Hook

“The Garden Path Beanie is made in this gorgeous emerald green color to bring awareness to the battle against liver cancer.“

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Find Pattern HERE

Momma By Grace – Oct 26

“The Tyler Beanie was designed in honor of my 22-year-old sister who passed away from ovarian cancer.”

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Find Pattern HERE

Nanas Crafty Home

The Marci Hat is in honor of my best friend from my childhood…The Marci Hat is a Tunisian Crochet pattern that features 2 different Tunisian Crochet stitches. Give it a try today!

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Find Pattern HERE

Crochet by Courtney

For this year, I chose white to represent lung cancer. I think many of us know of a smoker or maybe smoke ourselves. For me, I have never smoked after observing my dad and maternal grandmother.

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Find Pattern HERE

Briana K

I chose Goldenrod to be the main color for this hat because I chose to raise awareness for childhood cancer, with Gold being the represented color. The fair isle crochet hat pattern comes in a variety of sizes so it can be used in any color for any age.

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Find Pattern HERE

Simply Hooked by Janet

The Cascade Hat design represents and is dedicated to those who have battled Esophageal cancer.

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Find Pattern HERE

Canoe Mountain Designs

Audrey designed this beautiful Side Ways Shuffle hat in peach to help bring awareness to uterine cancer.

Find Canoe Mtn Designs on Facebook

Find Pattern HERE

Ned & Mimi

Sarah designed this lovely Jasmine Beanie in Gold tones to bring awareness to childhood cancer. Find Ned & Mimi on social media:

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Find Pattern HERE

Salty Pearl Crochet

Katie designed this gorgeous Rose Tellin Beanie in honor of Breast Cancer.

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Find Hat Pattern HERE

Marly Bird

The Wings of Hope Hat is our first design today, made in a rich purple.

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Find Hat Pattern HERE

L’amas de Laine

This amazing design features the bold colors of teal, pink and purple to honor Thyroid Cancer. What a fabulous hat Sandra!

Find L’amas de laine on social media:

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Find Hat Pattern Here

Made with a Twist

Pam designed this lovely golden beanie called the Brave Beanie, the color is specifically picked to bring awareness to childhood cancer.

Find Made with a Twist on Social Media:

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Find Hat Pattern Here

Crystalized Designs

A beautiful design with rich texture, the Valda Beanie was designed by Crystalized Designs. It was designed for her Mom in a teal to bring awareness to Ovarian Cancer.

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Find Hat Pattern Here

Underground Crafter

Marie designed the Herringbone Slouchy Beanie in this rich purple to bring awareness to pancreatic cancer.

Find Underground Crafter on social media:

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Find Hat Pattern HERE

Find more information about the Crochet Cancer Challenge Below:

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.
A fun start early project you can add to your hats, click HERE.
Challenge others to join and get tags you can print for your hats, click HERE.

Dotty’s Dream Hat – Crochet Pattern

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:3 mins read

I love designing hats, especially when they are being made for someone specific and you have them in mind as you pick out the stitches and look you are trying to achieve. This year, I was honored to design a hat for my daughters dance teacher. I named the hat Dotty’s Dream Hat, check it out below:

Dotty’s Dream Hat Inspiration

You may be wondering why this hat is designed for her dance teacher. My daughter took dance for 5 years from Dotty and absolutely loved it. She decided to take a break and returned a few times but never liked the teachers like she liked Dotty, eventually she would quit. Dotty is great with the kids, she is kind and makes them want to work hard to be better.

Unfortunately, in late December Dotty found out she had breast cancer and was about to begin a long journey. Dotty has been such an inspiration to so many young girls and now she had a personal battle to fight!

The Design

The hat was designed with Dotty in mind including her cancer battle and her dancing spirit in mind. The easy part was picking these lovely pink yarns to use in the samples. I am so grateful to be able to say that Dotty finished her last chemo treatments just this last month. We will continue to pray for her recovery.

Next came the little details in the band of the hat. These small stitches matter, but I didn’t want it to be the same as every hat I design. Just like in dance, there is usually a certain flow that needs to happen but you want it to be different and to stick out so others will remember it. The band is made using a stitch that will work up more quickly than a traditional slip stitch band.

I made a quick video tutorial on how to work the Double Slip Stitch of the band. I think you will love this technique, it is fun and works up quicker than the traditional slip stitch bands. Check it out for yourself below:

Body of the Hat

Next came the main body of the hat. I wanted to have a feminine look to the stitch work. Something a little delicate but still creates some warmth. The repetitive stitches create a lovely look, don’t you think:

Materials Needed for Dotty’s Dream Hat

Crochet Hook Size G (4.0 mm)
Crochet Hook Size I (5.5 mm)
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) – approximately 180-225 Yards in Main Color
Sample (brighter pink) made in Lion Brand Jeans / color: Bermuda
Sample (lighter pink) made in Mighty Stitch / color: Blush
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape

Where to find Dotty’s Dream Hat crochet pattern

Etsy shop: Click HERE
Ravelry shop: Click HERE
Ribblr shop: Click HERE
Love Craft Shop: Click HERE

More Hat Patterns you may Love:

Waves of Hope pattern: Click HERE
Emerald Stone Hat pattern: Click HERE
FREE Basic Beanie pattern: Click HERE

More Crochet Fun

Follow Sweet Potato 3 on Facebook to see more pattern releases, sales and crochet fun, just click HERE.

Practice your C2C Crochet Skills – FREE Pattern Round Up

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:3 mins read

This year, I have been focusing on learning new crochet skills. Even as a designer, who has over 30 years of crochet experience, I have so many things to learn. This past month, I had a guest speaker come and talk to my facebook group (SP3 Crochet & Conversations) about Corner to Corner crochet, also know as C2C.

Malena from, Straight Hooked, taught the course and went over everything from reading graphs, how to build the crochet blocks, how the stitches increase/decrease, color changes and any other info we wanted to know. She did an amazing job and there is a replay available if your interested in watching, click HERE.

As part of the lesson, Straight Hooked, designed a FREE laptop cover pattern for everyone. It was a fun project for us to practice our skills on. Here is my practice swatch, I still need to make the back and seam them together. Find your copy of the laptop cover pattern for FREE by clicking HERE.

Implementing your new C2C Skills

Learning a new skill can be really fun. I love to dive in and try new projects with the techniques I’ve learned. The most common C2C projects are with cute images crocheted from graphs. However, I wanted to focus on mastering the actual stitches first including increasing and decreasing.

I searched for some fun projects that will allow you to practice your skills without worrying about the color changes in the chart. Most of these are quick, will allow you to play with the technique and create something fun and useful. One of the projects is larger, but it will allow you to use up your scrap yarn (yippee)!

Corner 2 Corner Crochet

So many people love the cute graphs that you can crochet into designs, but the stitches are lovely on their own and you can create to traditional crochet patterns with them. If you are just learning the C2C method, these are great patterns to practice the technique.

FREE Eventide Infinity Scarf - by Left In Knots

Photo Credit: www.leftinknots.com

Take advantage of the luxurious look of self striping yarn as you practice your stitches and crochet this gorgeous infinity scarf.

FREE Pastel Triangles Pillow - by Lilla Bjorn Crochet

Photo Credit: www.lillabjorncrochet.com

Start working in a few easier color changes as you learn C2C to create this jaw dropping design. Plus, it is a "join-as-you-go" project, one of my favs!

FREE Acorn Cowl Pattern - by Creations by Courtney

Photo Credit: creationsbycourtney.com

Practice your new C2C crochet skills and turn it into a fabulous cowl. I love this unique design, it looks so warm and cozy. I think it will find its way into my closet soon.

FREE Corner 2 Corner Dishcloth - by Amanda Crochets

Photo Credit: Amanda Crochets

This is an idea project to practice C2C crochet, plus you get a new dishcloth. We are all in need of new dishcloths! So, grab your stash, find some cotton and wip a few up!

FREE Tutorial on C2C Free-Form - by Heart Sprinkle

Photo Credit: heartsprinkle.com

A fantastic tutorial on taking the traditional C2C crochet method and create free form shapes. You are going to love this.

FREE Madigan Blanket - by Meghan Makes Do

Photo Credit: meghanmakesdo.com

Meghan Makes Do hosted a CAL that was a perfect Stash Buster and look at the results! Combine panels of C2C to get this amazing, colorful and eye catching blanket all while using up yarn you have had sitting around for years.

FREE Don't Be A Square Beanie - by Maria's Blue Crayon

Photo Credit: mariasbluecrayon.com

Using the traditional C2C crochet, this darling hat looks like it works up quick and has a cute "twist" to it. This would be a great small project to practice your stitches on.

FREE C2C Crochet Tote Pattern - by The Purple Poncho

Photo Credit: The Purple Poncho

A fun tote bag! We all need another project bag and I love how she uses the C2C technique in this colorful design.

I would love to see any what you end up crocheting to practice your corner to corner (C2C) skills. Join my facebook group (info is below) to share your creations and inspire others with your finished crochet pieces.

More Round Ups You Will Love

Darling Animal Appliques: click HERE
Sloth Patterns: click HERE
Wooden Crochet Tools: click HERE
Pin Cushions: click HERE

More Crochet Fun

Follow Sweet Potato 3 on Facebook to see more pattern releases, sales and crochet fun, just click HERE.

FREE Merino Thick & Thin Newborn Hat Patterns

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:6 mins read

Newborn photographs are one of the most treasured keepsakes you will ever have so you must have the right props. The fresh and delicateness of newborn life is embraced with the uniqueness of Merino Thick & Thin yarn but it doesn’t take away from the focus of the newborn.

Crocheting with custom dyed yarn will not only result in a new love of yarn to crochet with, but you will also find these hats to work up quick. As you crochet you will feel the luxuriousness of the yarn in your fingers and be so excited to put it on a newborn baby.

Three Different Merino Hat Styles To Choose From

Each hat design has a different personality, but they all share the sweet look to them. The uniqueness of the thick and thin yarn creates almost a bubble like look to the fabric that is crocheted. It naturally tightens and loosens between each stitch.

The Merino Thick & Thin Hat pattern styles that I will be sharing with you include a Pixie Hat, a traditional Beanie and a Pixie Bonnet style.

Which style do you want to make? The great thing about these patterns is the minimal amount of thick & thin yarn they use. For Instance, with one 90 yard skein, I was able to make one hat of each design.

Newborn Merino Pixie Hat Pattern

You will need the following supplies:

about 28 yards of Merino Thick & Thin Yarn
Crochet Hook N (9.00 mm)
Measuring Tape, Yarn Needle, Scissors
Optional: Button

Crochet Pattern for Pixie Hat

Ch 3, 4 hdc in 3^rd ch from hook, join in the top of beginning ch 2 (5 st counting beginning ch 2 as a stitch now and throughout pattern)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, hdc in each st around, join (6 sts there was a 1 stitch increase)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, hdc in next st, [2hdc in next st, hdc in next st], repeat [] around, join (9)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, hdc in each of next 2 sts, [2hdc in next st, hdc in each of the next 2 sts], repeat [] around, join (12)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, hdc in each of next 3 sts, [2hdc in next st, hdc in each of the next 3 sts], repeat [] around, join (15)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, hdc in next st, [2hdc in next st, hdc in next st], repeat [] until 1 st remains, hdc in last st, join (22)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, hdc in each of next 6 sts, 2hdc in next st, hdc in each of the next 7 sts, 2hdc in next st, hdc in each of the next 6 sts, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25), fasten off and weave in all ends
Optional: add button

Hat dimensions / folded flat: Width = 6 inches, Height = 7 inches

Newborn Merino Basic Beanie Hat Pattern

You will need the following supplies:

About 25 yards of Merino Thick & Thin Yarn
Crochet Hook N (9.00 mm)
Measuring Tape, Yarn Needle, Scissors

Crochet Pattern for the Basic Beanie:

Ch 3, 9 hdc in 3^rd ch from hook, join in the top of beginning ch 2 (10 sts counting beginning ch 2 now and throughout pattern)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, 2hdc in each st around, join (20)
Ch 2, hdc in same st as join, hdc in each of next 2 sts, [2hdc in next st, hdc in each of the next 2 sts], repeat [] around, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25)
Ch 2, hdc in each st around, join (25)
Ch 1, sc in each st around, join (25), fasten off and weave in all ends

Hat dimensions / folded flat: Width = 6 inches, Height = 5 inches

Newborn Merino Bonnet Pattern

You will need the following supplies:

About 35 yards of Merino Thick & Thin Yarn
Crochet Hook N (9.00 mm)
Measuring Tape, Yarn Needle, Scissors

Crochet Pattern for the Bonnet

Ch 14, hdc in the 3^rd chain from hook, hdc in each remaining ch, rotate work (you will now continue your hdc in the opposite side of the ch), hdc in each ch to end, turn (26 counting beginning ch now and throughout hat)
Ch 2, hdc in each st to end of row, turn (26)
Ch 2, hdc in first 11 sts, dc3tog, hdc in remaining 11 st, turn (24)
Ch 2, hdc in next 9 sts, sc2tog, sc2tog, hdc in remaining 10 st, turn (22)
Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn (22)
Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn (22)
Ch 2, hdc in each st across, turn (22)
Ch 2, hdc in each st across, fasten off and weave in ends
Continue to tassel instructions

Adding Braid / Ties & Tassels to the Bonnet

There are 2 options that I have used for the ties and/or tassels. I usually use whichever one I have enough yarn for. If you are running short of yarn, check out the top row of images in the above graphics. Those hats demonstrate the ties/braid option resulting in using less yarn because they feature a small braid and small tassels. However, in the bottom image there are longer tassels with no braid.

Ties / Braid Option: Begin to create this option by taking 2 strands of yarn and measure about 3 feet long, then fold the yarn in half. At the fold, join with a slst in the front lower corner of the bonnet. After that step, complete as many chains as possible leaving enough yarn for a small tassel (usually about 15-22 chains), tie them off and trim up the tassels to have even ends.

Tassel Only Option: To complete the longer tassels, take the remaining yarn and fold it in half, continue folding in half until you have about 4, 6 or 8 strands, just make sure it is an even number. Split them in half and then place them in 2 separate piles. Take the first pile and fold those strands in half, now, at the fold, pull through the front lower corner of the bonnet. Continue by tying tightly with a scrap piece of yarn around the folded area and then repeat on the other side with the second group of measured out strands.

More Newborn Pattern You May LOVE

Precious Newborn Romper, click HERE
Trellis Newborn Hat & Cocoon, click HERE
Triangle Twist Newborn Bowl, click HERE

More Crochet Fun

Follow Sweet Potato 3 on Facebook to see more pattern releases, sales and crochet fun, just click HERE. But, if you want more, I have created an interactive group just for you!

However, if you would enjoy a more interactive group experience, you need to join my Crochet & Conversations facebook group, click HERE. The group is a ton of fun and I encourage everyone to share their projects, WIPS (works in progress) and inspirations. In addition to being a member, you get exclusive deals, are the first to see new releases, give input on designs and have opportunities to win patterns. Join now and get to know others who also enjoy the art of crochet.

Week 1: Crochet Cancer Challenge

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:5 mins read

Thank you so much for checking back in to see the designs that have been part of the Crochet Cancer Challenge Week 1. We are off to an amazing start but it is no surprise when you see how great the designs have been.

For the challenge week 1 hat designs, you have through Sunday October 6, 2019 to PLEDGE to get your patterns for FREE. To pledge just download the pattern, make a hat and donate that hat to a cancer patient or cancer center nearby.

Everyone, of the designers below, have taken the time to design, photograph, test and publish their designs. This is a big commitment and is extremely generous of them. I ask that you take a few minutes of your day and send them a quick “thank you” note. Trust me, it will make their day!

Day 1 of the Challenge: Sweet Potato 3

The Emerald Stone Hat by Sweet Potato 3. Find Sweet Potato 3 by clicking on the following links:

Website / Instagram / Facebook Page / Facebook Group

Find Emerald Stone Hat post and link to pattern by clicking HERE (code “cc2019” good through 10/31/19). The Emerald Stone hat is featuring the color for Liver Cancer. Christine’s Uncle passed away 6 years ago from Liver Cancer and this hat is designed in honor of him.

Sincerely Pam is sponsoring Day 2:

The Fighter/Survivor Graph Beanie by Sincerely Pam. Find Sincerely Pam by clicking on the following links:

Website / Instagram / Facebook page

Find the Fighter/Survivor Graph Beanie post and link to pattern by clicking HERE (code “cc2019” good through 10/6/19). A short note about the design:

In honor of my Dad’s diagnosis, battle, and recovery, I have designed these hats for him. The awareness ribbon color for stomach and esophageal cancer is periwinkle.
http://www.sincerelypam.com/fighter-survivor-graph-beanies-cancer-challenge-2019/

Day 3 is featuring a hat by Muki Crafts:

The Frisky Hat by Muki Crafts. Find Muki Crafts by clicking on the following links:

Website / Instagram / Facebook page

Find the Frisky Hat pattern by clicking HERE (code “cc2019” only good through 10/6/2019). Maarja wanted to focus on Leukemia because most of her crochet designs are centered around children. The awareness color for Leukemia is orange.

Challenge Day 4 is Crystalized Designs

The Nancy Beanie by Crystalized Designs. You can find Crystalized Designs by clicking on the following links:

Website / Instagram / Facebook Page

Find the Nancy Beanie pattern by clicking HERE (code “cc2019” good through 10/6/2019). The Nancy Beanie was designed in honor of Crystal’s Mom who fought Stomach Cancer, so her design features the color peach. Reach more about her story and inspiration on her blog HERE.

Day 5 of the Challenge: Leesa’s Knotty Corner

The War of the Roses Hat by Leesa’s Knotty Corner. You can find Leesa’s Knotty Corner below:

Facebook Page / Instagram

Find the War of Roses Hat HERE. Leesa has graciously offered her design for FREE during the entire month of October (use same code of “CC2019”-good through 10/20/2019). Leesa is a new designer to the Crochet Cancer Challenge and here is a note from her:

I chose testicular cancer because my son has it. He has been fighting it since January 2010. He is back to receiving treatment after being in remission for a couple of years. So, for me this hits very close to home.
I also lost a grandpa to lung cancer, a grandpa to brain cancer, a grandma to breast cancer, and an Uncle to bone cancer. Cancer is all around us, not one of us has not had it personally touch our lives. Even I have had my own battle with cervical cancer, and later pre-cancerous cells in my uterus, ovaries, and cervix that resulted in a radical hysterectomy…but no other treatment, thankfully.
Leesa Nixon, Leesa’s Knotty Corner

And the Grand Finale this week at day 6 is, Creations by Courtney

The Whirlwind Hat by Creations by Courtney. You can find Creations by Courtney below:

Website / Instagram / Faceboook Page

Find the Whirlwind Hat HERE (code “cc2019” is good through 10/12/2019): Courtney says

Lavender was chosen for this hat to represent all forms of cancer as it has or will impact every person.
https://creationsbycourtney.com/product/whirlwind-hat/

Keep Checking Back

All these beautiful designs are in the challenge week 1. But wait, we have all of October left for the Crochet Cancer Challenge, check back each day for updates on the hats that are released and designers participating.

We would love to see the hats you make from the first weeks challenge. Please post away on all your social media outlets. Use #CrochetCancerChallenge to help us see how far our challenge is reaching.

Stay up to date on the rest of the month by following the Challenge on Sweet Potato 3’s social media outlets {linked above/at top of post} or by signing up with the newsletter that will be sent out every few days.

Find more information about the Crochet Cancer Challenge Below:

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.
A fun start early project you can add to your hats, click HERE.
Challenge others to join and get tags you can print for your hats, click HERE.

Emerald Stone Crochet Hat Pattern

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:4 mins read

We are entering into the month of October and that means so much to me. October is Cancer Awareness Month. Many of us have unfortunately been touched by this horrible issue in our lives. Unfortunately, I lost a wonderful and amazing uncle 6 years ago to cancer. The Emerald Stone Hat was designed in honor of my uncle.

This year I wanted to focus on Liver Cancer in my hat design, the color of the awareness ribbon for liver cancer is, emerald. I find the emerald color beautiful. It is deep, rich in color and striking to look at. The meaning behind the emerald brings the color more meaning as well.

The emerald has extra benefits for those who align with its star sign, which may have helped many after ancient heroes discovered these traits giving psychological benefits: brings courage to face difficult trials, eases feelings of worry, enhances the benefits of reuniting with loved ones.
https://www.karmaweather.com/astrology-gemstones-crystals

Explaining it a little further:

Called the “Stone of Successful Love,” Its soothing energy provides healing to all levels of the being, bringing freshness and vitality to the spirit. A stone of inspiration and infinite patience, it embodies unity, compassion and unconditional love.
www.crystalvaults.com

Emerald Stone Hat

The Emerald Stone Hat, was made in a beautiful “emerald” color. While I was working up the stitches I kept thinking the design was looking like stones in a river bed. I find rivers to be peaceful and soothing to the soul. Emerald Stone Hat was easy to name due to the look and meaning behind the Emerald Stone and the connection to Liver Cancer and honoring my uncle.

The Emerald Stone crochet hat pattern comes in 3 sizes: child (3-12 years old), youth/womens, and adult/mens. Easily customize the hat with an oversized button or attach a pom to the top for a more youthful look.

Get the Emerald Stone Hat FREE

As part of the 2019 Crochet Cancer Challenge you can get a copy of the Emerald Stone Hat pattern for FREE. However, if you download a copy of the pattern, it is your PLEDGE to make a hat to donate to a local Cancer Center and/or patient. Grab your copy of the Emerald Stone Crochet Hat Pattern for FREE during the entire month of October on Ravelry. You must use the code “CC2019” at checkout, please make sure the discount applies before you order. Remember your FREE download is your PLEDGE to donate a minimum of 1 hat from the pattern by the end of 2019. To make a Pledge, get your copy of the pattern, HERE.

Use #CrochetCancerChallenge

To help spread the word about the Crochet Cancer Challenge we need your help. Please make your hats from the designs and post to your social media outlets. Use #CrochetCancerChallenge when posting on facebook, instagram, pinterest, twitter or anything else. Also, tag the designers who gave you the pattern to use. We all love a little love on social media and may even share your project on our page.

Stay Up To Date on the Cancer Challenge

Each day during the month of October a new designer will feature a hat for FREE in exchange for your pledge {just like I did}. If you want to make sure you stay up to date on the cancer Challenge this year and see all 31 designs all month long, make sure you either follow Sweet Potato 3 on facebook {click HERE} and/or join my Crochet & Conversations group on facebook, {click HERE}. There will be daily posts all month long featuring the designers and their new hat designs. Or you can sign up for my newsletter that will go out a few times each week:

Frankenstein Crochet Hat Pattern-Free

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Reading time:2 mins read

Frankenstein is one of the oldest and most classic Halloween characters to date. That being said, it can be tricky coming up with the perfect costume for Frankenstein… until now! Grab your favorite green yarn and use your crochet skills to whip up this adorable hat.

This pattern was one of my first designs. It is a simple pattern. But, you may learn a new stitch (check out that hair… hmmm, how is that done?). The design comes with sizes from newborn up to child. The child hat will fit up to about a 12 year old, depending on their size.

Where to get your Free Frankenstein Hat pattern

Are you dying to find out where you can get the pattern? Well, the good news is that you don’t have to join any website or anything crazy like that. You can simply download the Crochet Hat pattern by clicking HERE.

Find More Adorable Free Halloween Hat patterns

I know this Frankenstein hat is about the cutest thing out there. But, I do have some other great hat designs for Halloween. And guess what, they are FREE too! You better take a peak because you may know someone who they will be perfect for.

Candy Corn Hat: HERE
Monster Hat: HERE
Pumpkin Hat: HERE

Don’t miss out on any more Sweet Potato 3 Crochet Fun

Do you love crochet and always like to have a project in hand or a WIP (work in progress) by your side. Then you must join my Crochet & Conversations facebook group. You will not be disappointed. It is a great resource for all things crochet. Come and share your projects, ask for inspiration, see what others are working on, or just meet others who cannot get enough of this fun fiber art. To join, click HERE.

Pumpkin Crochet Hat Pattern {Free}

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Just in time for fall, I am re-releasing my pumpkin crochet hat pattern. It will now come in a new, more reader friendly format, and it is now available for FREE. See out how cute this pumpkin patch is.

The pumpkin crochet hat pattern comes in sizes from newborn up to adult. You can make one for each member of your family.

The hat is made using any worsted weight yarn. Give each hat a different look by using a different shade or orange or green for the cute curly vine that adorns the top of the hat.

Grab your copy of the FREE pumpkin crochet hat pattern:

The pumpkin hat is a free download, you don’t even need to be a member of a special site. Simply click on this LINK and it will download to your device. Check your device setting so you know where it will download and you can find it later.

Find more adorable crochet Halloween Hat patterns for Free

The pumpkin crochet hat pattern is just the tip of the iceberg though. I have many other fun Halloween hat patterns available on my blog as well. Check each one of them out below to find just the right one for you this year.

Frankenstein Crochet Hat Pattern: HERE
Monster Crochet Hat Pattern: HERE
Candy Corn Crochet Hat Pattern: HERE

Don’t miss out on any more Sweet Potato 3 Crochet Fun

Are you a crochet lover? If you are I would love to see you join my Crochet & Conversations facebook group. It is a fun and interactive group of crochet lovers. We share projects, ideas and inspiration. You can be a part of a community that you can really connect with in a “crochet kind of way”. You will not be disappointed. It is a great resource for all things crochet. To join, click HERE.

Monster Crochet Hat Pattern {Free}

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Reading time:2 mins read

Halloween is nearly upon us! Are you ready for the big day and will you stay warm enough?

Halloween in the Northwest can be very chilly, so having a fun Halloween Hat is almost an essential. An easy hat that can also dub as a costume is this fun Monster Crochet Hat.

The Monster Crochet Hat pattern is a fun and simple beanie that you can customize to make just your own! The hat pattern includes sizes for newborn up to child (about 12 years old). Then have fun customizing.

Make the hat with 1, 2 or 3 eyes. Then add as many poms in all the colors you can dream of. You can make this hat 100 different times and never have the same hat, each one can be different and unique.

Where to get the Monster Hat pattern?

You can get the Monster Crochet Hat pattern for free and download directly from my site. You do not need to be a member on another page to get this crochet pattern. Grab the Monster Crochet Hat pattern for FREE by clicking HERE.

Find More Adorable Halloween Crochet Hat Patterns Free

But, the monster crochet hat is not the only design I have for Halloween. I have many more and some are also available for free. Check out the links below to find one for everyone in your household, for each kid in the classroom, or each neighbor on the block.

Frankenstein Hat Pattern: HERE
Pumpkin Hat Pattern: HERE
Candy Corn Hat Pattern: HERE

Don’t miss out on any more Sweet Potato 3 Crochet Fun

I would love to have you join my Crochet & Conversations facebook group. It is a fun community of crocheters who enjoy seeing each others projects and cheering one another along in a fun environment. You will not be disappointed. It is a great resource for all things crochet. To join, click HERE.

Candy Corn Crochet Hat Pattern {FREE}

Post author:SweetPotato3
Reading time:2 mins read

One of the classic fall hats is the classic Candy Corn Hat! I cannot think of another hat that represents the sweet treats of fall better than this.

Crocheted in the popular colors of white, orange and yellow, this crochet hat pattern works up quick and is an all time favorite of many. Or, if you are one that enjoys the Indian Corn version, just work one up in white, orange and brown colors instead.

The Candy Corn hat pattern comes in sizes from newborn up to adult. You can make one of these fall hats for everyone in the family including the neighbors down the street.

Where can I get the Candy Corn Hat pattern?

You can download a copy of the Candy Corn pattern right from this post. No need to sign up for anything, it is my gift to you. Get your copy of the Candy Corn Crochet Hat pattern for Free by clicking, HERE

Find More Adorable Halloween Crochet Hat Patterns Free

As much as I love this hat for Halloween, there are some other adorable options out there. I have a few other Halloween beanies you better take a peak at:

Frankenstein Hat Pattern: HERE
Pumpkin Hat Pattern: HERE
Monster Hat Pattern: HERE

Don’t miss out on any more Sweet Potato 3 Crochet Fun

If you enjoy crochet and want to join a fun interactive group with like minded folks, I’d love to have you join my Crochet & Conversations group on facebook. Simply click join and answer a couple quick questions after clicking HERE.

We get the chance to meet others who also love to crochet. Share your favorite projects, yarn in your stash that you need to use up, or share your dream project. I am confident you will enjoy the conversations and will even learn a few crochet tips along the way.

Cross My Heart Collection of Crochet Patterns

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Reading time:3 mins read

Nearly 5 years ago my daughter was inspiring me to make a beautiful set that we could both wear. I knew I wanted a stitch that would be thick and warm but girly enough she would love it. The Cross My Heart Scarf & Headband were designed just for her.

The Headband and Scarf Set has sizing for toddlers up to adult women. So you can make a set for anyone and everyone. Grab your copy of the Cross My Heart Headband and Scarf Set on Ravelry: HERE

The Design has been a loved pattern by many. So much so, that I keep getting requests for more designs using the lovely stitch pattern.

Over the last couple years I have been able to design a coordinating hat, fingerless gloves, shawl and vest. They are all luxurious and classy designs. Take note of how much changing the type of yarn you use can change the look as well. I could make any of these pieces over and over.

Check out the entire Cross My Heart Collection Below:

The Triangle Shawl features the beautiful stitch work, but it really pops by switching colors. The triangle shawl can class up any outfit. Get more information about the pattern by clicking HERE.

The Cross My Heart Vest is one of my favorites. The vest top folds over and is like wearing a warm cowl. This accessory is so warm and simple everyone loves it. The pattern comes in multiple adult sizes AND children’s sizes from toddler up to adult, look how cute it is on my daughter!

Grab your copy of the Cross My Heart Vest pattern on Ravelry: HERE

Cross My Heart Fingerless Gloves
Cross My Heart Hat

The Cross My Heart Fingerless Gloves and Hat made a fun set. Find more information about the Fingerless Gloves by clicking HERE. You can grab the pattern for just the hat: HERE

But, if you love all these patterns you can get the entire Cross My Heart Collection for a discounted price on Ravelry: HERE

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Owner & Designer here at SP3.

I love designing and the art of crochet has allowed me to do just that. I enjoy the many textures that crochet offers. I strive to introduce new stitch combinations and textures in each of my designs. I love designing accessories for Men, Women, Children and Babies along with crochet pieces for the Home and Everyday Life.