Easy One Skein Crochet Homespun Scarf

Because I like to make scarves for the shelter and because Homespun yarn was on sale recently at Michael's for the ridiculously low price of $3.50,  I made these fast and easy scarves that use just one skein of Homespun.

This is really a Lion Brand Yarn shawl pattern that I narrowed to make it a scarf.  The scarf can be made in a few hours which is a real bonus when you need a quick gift.

As you can see, I couldn't buy just one skein of Homespun when it was on sale, so made a few more scarves.  These will all go to the shelter.  This is the way I did it, give it a try and maybe you'll be inspired to make scarves for a shelter near you.

ONE SKEIN HOMESPUN SCARF

1 skein Lion Brand Homespun yarn
M hook, (Susan Bates metal works best for me with Homespun)
Yarn needle to weave in ends

Loosely Chain 17
Row 1
Work hdc in third stitch from hook
Work hdc in each chain to end (15 hdc)
Chain 2, turn

Row 2
Work hdc in each hdc of previous row (15 hdc)
Chain 2, turn

Repeat Row 2 using all the skein or to desired length.  Count your stitches often to make sure you haven't skipped or added an extra stitch.
Weave ends in and your finished.

Until next time,

Modern Grace Design's Easy Cowl

The other night while searching through Pinterest for a new design for a cowl, I ran across Allison LoBianco's pattern for a simple cowl with just enough filet design to make it more interesting.  

The pattern called for one skein of Red Heart Soft which I happened to have a skein of Bleu Moyen (medium blue) in my stash left over from a shawl I made earlier in the year.  Perfect for this cowl as the Red Heart Soft has a slight sheen and works up with a nice drape.

Allison's patterns are under the name Modern Grace Design; this is a paid pattern and you can find pictures and how to order the pattern here.  

Also looks pretty snazzy with my new Marsala corduroy jacket.  Perfect for fall.

Happy Crocheting, till next time.

Two From One

Yesterday while grocery shopping in WalMart, I wandered back to the yarn department and a skein of Red Heart With Love just fell into my cart.  I couldn't resist this jewel tone Peacock, the color is amazing.  I wasn't familiar with this yarn but with 370 yards per skein and only $3.59 each, I couldn't resist.  It is actually quite soft and nice to work with.

So last night I whipped up the Julia Cowl, a simple eleven row piece with an easy to remember repeat pattern.  You can find the pattern Here from Crafty Begonia.  This is definitely a pattern that I will use again for gifts and charity.

With half a skein  left over, this morning I decided to start another of my favorite patterns by Marie Anne St James this basic unisex scarf. You can find the pattern Here. 

Two scarves from one skein-----what a deal.

Remember, yarn is cheaper than therapy,

        Betty Lou

Getting a Head Start

Since Hubby's recovery is going well after his bout with pneumonia /surgery, I find that I am anxious to get back to normal.  All my time was spent either at the hospital or by his side during his recovery at home.  Needless to say I never made it into the sewing room.  No quilts, no miniatures, and no new aprons.

                       

But time was not wasted as I got a head start on hats and scarves for my friend, Jane, to take to the shelter next November.

The count of finished projects for the month-------seven scarves, twelve hats, and a Prayer Shawl.

                                   

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Betty Lou