Monday, October 29, 2018

Introducing Checkered Hues!

 Chemo caps are needed desperately.....everywhere!  So is kindness.  I was going to keep this pattern for the next book that I am working on, but there is so much sadness and violence and hate in the world that I wanted to do my part to spread some love.  Please take some time to spread this message - we need to set an example for others.  We need to stop blaming others and start stepping up and doing good things.  If you use this hat pattern, be sure to donate at least one hat to a cancer center, homeless shelter or hospital.  If we all do something, we can make things better.


Check out our 12 Weeks of Christmas, featuring free patterns to help get you ready for the holidays!


This hat was knit using KnitPicks Brava Bulky, but there are instructions for all yarn weights listed below too.  It's a great stash buster and just imagine all the possible color combinations..........experiment and enjoy!


Learn more about Delaware Head Huggers by visiting www.delawareheadhuggers.org

 Follow us on Pinterest or to find our Craftsy and Ravelry stores.  

We also have patterns available as paperbacks or a Kindle e-books from Amazon.  They can be purchased here

Remember to join us on our Facebook page - you can see all the beautiful hats that are donated and shipped out.   
Follow along on Twitter and Instagram too!  

Our Etsy store is back up also, with a limited number of items and our digital books.

Stop by Kozy Kovers for Kids Facebook page too and see all the gorgeous handmade blankets that are going to help children in crisis throughout our area.  We welcome everyone to join us.  Stop by and say hello.  

You can always reach me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org too!


Checkerboard Hues

Use 3 colors of 5-weight yarn and size US 10.5 circular needles

In the model Color A is brown, B is orange and C is cream.

Abbreviations:
sl:  slip one stitch purl wise with yarn held in back
k2tog:  knit 2 stitches together

Using Color A, cast on 64 stitches, place marker and join, taking care not to twist stitches.

Work Brim:  Using Color A
Row 1:  *k2, p2*; repeat around
Repeat Row 1 until your work measures 2 - 2.5 inches in length, or longer if you prefer.

Work Body of Hat:
Row 1 - Color A:   knit all stitches
Rows 2 & 3  -  Color B:   *k2, sl2*; repeat around
Row 4 - Color A:   knit all stitches
Rows 2 & 3  -  Color C:   *sl2, k2*; repeat around 
Repeat Rows 1 - 6 until piece is about 7.5 to 8 inches in length.

Decrease Crown:  use dpn’s when needed:  Using Color A
Row 1:  *k6, k2tog *; repeat around 
Row 2:  *k5, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 3:  *k4, k2tog *; repeat around 
Row 4:  *k3, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 5:  *k2, k2tog *; repeat around 
Row 6:  *k1, k2tog *; repeat around 
Row 7:   *k2tog*; repeat around


Finish: Cut working yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail.  Draw the tail through the remaining stitches, cinch closed and secure.  Weave in ends and share.



If using 6-weight yarn, use size 13 needles and cast on 48.  You can start the crown decrease with Row 5 if you prefer.

If using 4-weight yarn, use size 7 needles and cast on 88.  

If using 3-weight yarn, use size 5 needles and cast on 104 stitches.   

The pattern is worked over 4 stitches, but use a multiple of 8 to keep the crown decrease the same.  

Experiment and enjoy!




Wednesday, October 10, 2018

The Twelve Weeks of Christmas 2018!

Yes, we're a week late with this, but we started it on our Facebook page and I figured it might be good to post here as well.  I'm working on a new book, that will have detailed instructions for knitting a hat using any yarn you have in your stash!  Join the discussion about what should be included on Facebook too!  

I'll update this page weekly with a new PDF and a link to the original blog post.  Remember to keep making chemo caps and blankets as you work on your holiday knitting too!  Please share this photo with people you know.  The need for chemo caps is huge!  If we all help, we can really make a difference.



Learn more about Delaware Head Huggers by visiting www.delawareheadhuggers.org

 Follow us on Pinterest or to find our Craftsy and Ravelry stores.  

We also have patterns available as paperbacks or a Kindle e-books from Amazon.  They can be purchased here

Remember to join us on our Facebook page - you can see all the beautiful hats that are donated and shipped out.   Follow along on Twitter and Instagram too!  

Our Etsy store is back up also, with a limited number of items and our digital books.

Stop by Kozy Kovers for Kids Facebook page too and see all the gorgeous handmade blankets that are going to help children in crisis throughout our area.  

We welcome everyone to join us.  Stop by and say hello.  
You can always reach me at robin@delawareheadhuggers.org too!


The Twelve Weeks of Christmas 2018!


Week One
Wine Bottle Sleeve





Week 2
Octavia the Octo-Pinkie Octopus








Week 3
Showers of Lace Scarf





Week 5
The Neck Nuzzler



Original Blog Post

FREE PDF on Craftsy




Week 6
Karmic Kuddles Arm Warmers




Original Blog Post

FREE PDF on Craftsy




Week 7
Harvesting Diamonds Hat

Original Blog Post

FREE PDF on Craftsy



Week 8
Breezes to Gusts Scarf





Week 9
Corrugation Cap






Week 10
Mobius Shawl








Week 11
Colors of the Season!


Original Blog Post

FREE PDF on Craftsy


Week 12
Two Boomarks!
The Pretty Little Stash Busting Bookmark 
and
For a Bibliophile
Pretty Little Stash Busting Bookmark

For a Bibliophile
Original Blog Post:  Pretty Little Stash Busting Bookmark

FREE PDF on Craftsy

Original Blog Post:  For a Bibliophile

FREE PDF on Craftsy


We hope you enjoyed the 12 Weeks of Christmas. 
Have a wonderful holiday!

Maybe we will do this again in 2019!