Red Heart Super Saver

Happy Bat Bag LW2788

Perfect for filling with candy as youngsters go door to door, this whimsical bag is fun to crochet. Wings are cut from felt and grinning face is embroidered. Without the handle it will also serve as a treat bowl.

Skill Level: EASY

Bag measures 7½" tall x 5" diameter at top.

Red Heart® Super Saver®: 1 Skein 312 Black A, small amounts 254 Pumpkin B and 316 Soft White C.
Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9]
Stitch markers
Yarn needle
Two white buttons
Two black chenille stems
5" X 10" piece black felt
Hand sewing needle and black thread
Hot glue gun and glue

GAUGE: 6 sc and 6 rows = 2". CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

NOTE: Hold 2 strands together for bag.

Special Stitches
Decrease single crochet (sc2tog) = [Draw up a loop in next st] twice, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook.
Reverse single crochet (rsc) = Working from left to right, insert hook into next st, yo, pull up loop, yo, pull through both loops on hook.

BAG
Round 1: With A, ch 2; 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join, work in continuous rounds (spirals). Place a marker for beginning of round. Move marker up as each round is completed - 8 sc.
Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around - 16 sc.
Round 3: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 24 sc.
Round 4: [Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 32 sc.
Round 5: [Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 40 sc.
Round 6: [Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 48 sc.
Round 7: [Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 56 sc.
Rounds 8 - 10: Sc in each sc around.
Round 11: [Sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 64 sc.
Rounds 12 - 20: Sc in each sc around.
Round 21: [Sc in next 6 sc, sc2tog] 8 times - 56 sc.
Round 22: Sc in each sc around.
Round 23: [Sc in next 5 sc, sc2tog] 8 times - 48 sc.
Round 24: Sc in each sc around.
Fasten off.
Round 25: Join B with sc in any st; sc in each sc around; join with slip st in first sc.
Round 26: Ch 1, rsc in each sc around.
Fasten off.

Handle
Using 2 strands of B, ch 23.
Row 1: Working in back bumps of chains, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end. Join with a slip st to first sc - 22 sc. Fasten off.

Bat Wings (Make Two)
Cut wing shape from felt. Glue chenille stem to outer edge of felt wing. Trim chenille stem ends. Sew wings to back of bag

Finishing
Weave in ends. Sew on buttons for eyes. Sew on handle. Using single strand of C and yarn needle, embroider grin in back stitch and two fangs in satin stitch.

ABBREVIATIONS: A, B, C, etc. = Color A, Color B, Color C, etc; ch = chain; mm = millimeters; sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch (es); yo = yarn over; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified.

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Pumpkin Bag LW2787

Perfect for filling with treats as youngsters go door to door, this clever crocheted pumpkin bag will also serve as a bowl for candy when at home. Facial features are crocheted separately and sewn in place.

Skill Level: EASY

Designed by Darla Sims.

Bag measures 5" tall x 7" diameter at top.

Red Heart® Super Saver®: 2 skeins 254 Pumpkin A, 1 skein 312 Black B.
Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9].
Stitch marker, yarn needle.

GAUGE: 6 sts and 6 rows = 2". CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

NOTE: Hold 2 strands together for bag.

Special Stitch
Decrease single crochet (sc2tog) = [Draw up a loop in next st] twice, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook.

Round 1: Using A, ch 2; 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join, work in continuous rounds (sprials). Place a marker for beginning of round. Move marker up as each round is completed - 8 sc.
Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around - 16 sc.
Round 3: [Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 24 sc.
Round 4: [Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 32 sc.
Round 5: [Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 40 sc.
Round 6: [Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 48 sc.
Round 7: [Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 56 sc.
Rounds 8 - 10: Sc in each sc around.
Round 11: [Sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc] 8 times - 64 sc.
Rounds 12 - 20: Sc in each sc around.
Round 21: [Sc in next 6 sc, sc2tog] 8 times - 56 sc.
Round 22: Sc in each sc around.
Round 23: [Sc in next 5 sc, sc2tog] 8 times - 48 sc.
Round 24: Sc in each sc around; join with slip st in first sc.
Fasten off.

Handle
Using 2 strands of A, ch 50.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to last ch; 5 sc in last ch; working in free loops of beginning ch, sc to beginning sc; 4 sc in same st as first sc. Join with slip st in first sc. Fasten off.

Eyes (Make 2)
Using single strand of B, ch 4.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 2 chs; turn - 3 sc.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first sc, sc2tog; turn - 2 sc.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc2tog; turn - 1 sc.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in next sc.
Fasten off.

Mouth
Using single strand of B, ch 19.
Row 1: Slip st in 2nd ch from hook and in next ch, sc in next 2 chs, hdc in next 2 chs, dc in next 2 chs, [2 dc in next ch] twice, dc in next 2 chs, hdc in next 2 chs, sc in next 2 chs, slip st in last 2 chs. Fasten off.

Finishing

Weave in ends. Using single strand of B, work blanket stitch around top of bag. Sew on handle. Using single strand of A and blanket stitch, sew on eyes, nose and mouth.

ABBREVIATIONS: A, B, C = Color A, Color B, Color C etc; ch = chain; dc = double crochet; hdc = half double crochet; mm = millimeters; sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch (es); [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified.

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Little Devil Halloween Headband WR1051

Skill Level: Easy

Designed by Julie Farmer. Each headband takes an hour or less to make.

Crochet these adorable headbands to compliment your child's (or your own) costume this Halloween season!

Red Heart® Super Saver®: 1 Skein No. 319 Cherry Red.
Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9].
Yarn needle, plastic headband, polyester stuffing.

GAUGE: 14 sts = 4"; 8 rows = 4" in sc. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

Horn (Make 2): Ch 13.

Row 1 (Bottom): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to end; turn - 12 sc.

Rows 2-6: Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn.

Row 7: Ch 1; draw up a lp in each of next 2 sc, yarn over and draw through all 3 lps on hook - sc2tog made; sc in each sc to last 2 sc; sc2tog; turn - 10 sc.

Row 8: Rep Row 2.

Row 9: Rep Row 7 - 8 sc.

Row 10: Rep Row 2.

Rows 11 and 12: Rep Row 7 - 4 sc at end of Row 12.

Row 13: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog; turn - 2 sc.

Row 14: Ch 1, sc2tog. Fasten off.

FINISHING: Sew sides together leaving the bottom open. Lightly stuff the horns. Checking placement, sew bottom of horns to headband. Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS: ch = chain; lp = loop; mm = millimeters; rep = repeat; rnd = round; sc = single crochet; sl = slip; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated.

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Eek! Mouse Halloween Headband WR1051

Skill Level: Easy

Designed by Julie Farmer. Each headband takes an hour or less to make.

Crochet these adorable headbands to compliment your child's (or your own) costume this Halloween season!

Red Heart® Super Saver®:1 Skein No. 341 Light Grey CA and No. 724 Baby Pink CB.
Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9].
Yarn needle, plastic headband.

GAUGE: 5 rounds = approximately 3.5". CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

Ear Back (Make 2): With CA, ch 3; join with a sl st to form ring.

Rnd 1 (Right Side): Ch 1, 6 sc in ring; join with a sl st in first sc.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around; join - 12 sc.

Rnd 3: Rep Rnd 2 - 24 sc.

Rnd 4: Ch 1, * sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc; rep from * around; join - 32 sc.

Rnd 5: Ch 1, * sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc; rep from * around; join - 40 sc. Fasten off.

Ear Front (Make 2): With CB, work as for ear back through Rnd 4. Change to CA and complete Rnd 5. Fasten off.

FINISHING: With right sides together, sew ear front to ear back leaving approximately 1" open. Turn ears right side out. Checking placement, sew open part of ear to headband. Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS: ch = chain; lp = loop; mm = millimeters; rep = repeat; rnd = round; sc = single crochet; sl = slip; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated.

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Little Angel Halloween Headband WR1051

Skill Level: Easy

Designed by Julie Farmer. Each headband takes an hour or less to make.

Crochet these adorable headbands to compliment your child's (or your own) costume this Halloween season!

Red Heart® Super Saver®: 1 Skein No. 321 Gold.
Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9].
Yarn needle, approximately 20" of craft wire, plastic headband.

Slightly bend one end of the wire so stitches won't slip off.

Make a slip knot as if you were going to begin a chain, then hold the wire opposite your crocheting hand with the bent end near the hook, put the hook under the wire and draw up a lp, yarn over and draw through 2 lps - one sc over the wire completed. Continue to crochet sc close together over the wire leaving last 1.5" free to attach to headband. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Referring to picture, bend covered wire into a circle shape; use first bent end to join circle; use last 1.5" to attach to headband.

ABBREVIATIONS: ch = chain; lp = loop; mm = millimeters; rep = repeat; rnd = round; sc = single crochet; sl = slip; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated.

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On a Roll Sweater and Hat WR2163

Skill Level: Intermediate

Designed by Linda Cyr

SWEATER

Directions are for size Extra Small; changes for sizes Small, Medium and Large are in parentheses.

Finished Chest Measurement: 26 (28, 30, 32)".
Finished Length: 14 (16, 18, 20½)".

RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 2 (2, 3, 3) skeins in 972 Pink Camo.

Circular Knitting Needle: 4.5 mm (US 7) – 24".
Double Pointed Needles: 4.5 mm (US 7).
Stitch markers, stitch holders, yarn needle.

GAUGE: 16 sts = 4"; 23 rounds= 4" in St st. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the specified gauge.

Special Abbreviations:
ssk (slip, slip, knit) = Slip next 2 sts knitwise, one at a time, to right needle; insert point of left needle into the fronts of these 2 sts and knit them together from this position.

babys gone a hunting vest and hat

Body
With circular needle, cast on 104 (112, 120, 128) sts. Join, being careful that sts are not twisted, place marker between first and last sts to mark beginning/end of Rounds. Knit 8 Rounds. Purl 1 Round. Now Knit every Round until 9 (10, 11½, 13)" from beginning (let bottom edge roll before measuring).
Shape Armholes-Next Round: [Bind off 6 sts, K46 (50, 54, 58)] twice. Place sts for front and back on holders.

Sleeves (make 2)
With double pointed needles, cast on 24 (26, 28, 30) sts divided on 3 needles. Knit 8 Rounds. Purl 1 Round. Knit 6 Rounds.
Next Round: K1, increase by knitting into st below next st, K1, place marker, K1, increase by knitting into st below st just knitted, K to end of Round – 26 (28, 30, 32) sts.

Knit 6 Rounds even.

Next Round: K to 1 st before marker, increase by knitting into st below next st, K1, slip marker, K1, increase by knitting into st below st just knitted, K to end of Round.

Repeat last 6 Rounds 5 (6, 6, 6) more times – 38 (42, 44, 46) sts. K every Round until 11 (12, 13, 14½)" from beginning (let bottom edge roll before measuring).

Shape Armhole-Next Round: K to 3 sts before marker, bind off 6 sts, K to end of Round – 32 (36, 38, 40) sts. Place sts on a holder.

Joining Sleeves
Round 1: With circular needle, K32 (36, 38, 40) sts of right sleeve, place marker, K46 (50, 54, 58) sts of back, place marker, K32 (36, 38, 40) sts of left sleeve, place marker, K46 (50, 54, 58) sts of front, place marker – 156 (172, 184, 196) sts.
Round 2: [K1, K2tog, K to 3 sts before marker, ssk, K1] 4 times – 148 (164, 176, 188) sts.
Rounds 3, 4, and 5: K.
Repeat Rounds 2-5, 0 (1, 1, 2) times – 148 (156, 168, 172) sts.
Repeat Rounds 2 and 3, 6 (7, 8, 8) times – 100 (100, 104, 108) sts.
Repeat Round 2 once more – 92 (92, 96, 100) sts.
Next Round: K77 (77, 80, 83) sts, place marker for center front, K12 (12, 13, 14), ssk, K1 – 91 (91, 95, 99) sts.
Divide for Neck: [K1, K2tog, K to 3 sts before marker, ssk, K1] 3 times, K1, K2tog, K to 2 sts before center front marker; TURN.
Next Row: Slip 1, P to 2 sts before center front marker – 80 (80, 84, 88) sts.
Next Row: [K to 3 sts before next marker, ssk, K1, slip marker, K1, K2tog] 4 times, K to 4 sts before center front marker – 70 (70, 74, 78) sts.
Next Row: Slip 1, P to 4 sts before center front marker – 68 (68, 72, 76) sts.
Next Row: [K to 3 sts before next marker, ssk, K1, slip marker, K1, K2tog] 4 times, K to 6 sts before center front marker – 58 (58, 62, 66) sts.
Next Row: Slip 1, P to 6 sts before center front marker – 56 (56, 60, 64) sts.
Next Row: [K to 3 sts before next marker, ssk, K1, slip marker, K1, K2tog] 4 times, K to 8 sts before center front marker – 46 (46, 50, 54) sts.
Next Row: Slip 1, P to 8 sts before center front marker; TURN – 44 (44, 48, 52) sts.
Next Round (Right Side): P around (work all sts). Knit 8 rounds even. Bind off loosely.

Finishing
Sew underarm seams.

HAT

Finished Circumference: 15¾ (18)".

RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 1 skein 774 Lt. Raspberry

Double Pointed Needles: 4.5 mm (US 7).
Yarn needle.

GAUGE: 16 sts = 4"; 23 rounds= 4" in St st. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the specified gauge.

Special Abbreviation:
ssk (slip, slip, knit) = Slip next 2 sts knitwise, one at a time, to right needle; insert point of left needle into the fronts of these 2 sts and knit them together from this position.

Hat
Cast on 63 (72) sts divided evenly on 3 needles. Knit 8 rounds. Purl 1 rounds. Now Knit every round until 3½ (4)" from beginning (let bottom edge roll before measuring).

Shape Crown-Next Rnd: [Ssk, K7] 7 (8) times – 56 (64) sts. Work 2 (3) rounds even.
Next Round: [Ssk, K6] 7 (8) times – 49 (56) sts. Work 2 rounds even.
Next Round: [Ssk, K5] 7 (8) times – 42 (48) sts. Work 1 round even.
Next Round: [Ssk, K4] 7 (8) times – 35 (40) sts.
Next Round: [Ssk, K3] 7 (8) times – 28 (32) sts.
Next Round: [Ssk, K2] 7 (8) times – 21 (24) sts.
Next Rnd: [Ssk, K1] 7 (8) times – 14 (16) sts.
Next Round: [Ssk] 7 (8) times – 7 (8) sts.
Cut yarn, thread tail through tapestry needle, draw through remaining sts; draw up firmly; fasten securely. Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS: k = Knit; K2tog = Knit next 2 sts together; mm = millimeters; p = Purl; st(s) = stitch(es); [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated.

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Relaxed Guy Throw WR1810

Skill Level: Easy

Finished size 36" x 60"

RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 5 skeins 971 Camouflage A and 1 skein 365 Coffee B.

Crochet Hook: 6.5mm [US K-10.5].
Yarn needle.

GAUGE: 10 dc = 4"; 6½ rows = 4". CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge given.

relaxed guy throw

THROW
With A, ch 87.
Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 11 ch, *[ch 1, skip 1 ch, dc in next ch] 3 times, dc in next 12 ch; repeat from * 3 times more, turn – 85 sts.
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), skip first dc, dc in next 12 dc, *[ch 1, skip ch-1 space, dc in next dc] 3 times, dc in next 12 dc; repeat from * 3 times more, turn.
Repeat Row 2 until Throw measures 58" from beginning.
Fasten off.

FINISHING
Border
Round 1: With right side facing, join B at any corner, *3 sc in corner st, sc evenly to next corner; repeat from * around, adjusting st count so there are an odd number of sts between each corner st, join with slip st to first sc, slip st to center corner st.
Round 2: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch-1), [dc, ch 1] 2 times in corner st, *[skip next sc, dc in next sc, ch 1] to corner st, [dc, ch 1] 3 times in corner st; repeat from * around, work between [ ] along last side to first corner, slip st to 3rd ch of beginning ch-3.
Round 3: Ch 1, [sc in each dc and ch-1 space] around, working 3 sc in each corner dc, join with slip st to first sc. Fasten off.

Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS: A = Color A; B = Color B; ch = chain; dc = double crochet; mm = millimeters; sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified; * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated.

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Kid's Hooded Sweatshirt WR1781

Designed by Karen Drouin.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Directions are for size 4; changes for sizes 6, 8 and 10 are in parentheses.

RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 3 (4, 5, 5) Skeins 971 Camouflage MC, 1 skein 365 Coffee CC.

Crochet Hooks: 3.75mm [US F-5], 5mm [US H-8].
2 Split lock stitch markers, yarn needle.

GAUGE: 16 sts = 4"; 16 rows = 4" in pattern with larger hook. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

To Fit Chest: 23 (25, 26½, 28)".
Finished Chest Measurements: 24½ (28½, 31½, 34½)".

NOTE: In pattern each sc and ch-1 (space and turning ch) counts as a stitch.

SPECIAL ABBREVIATION:
Dec (decrease) = draw up a loop in each of next 2 ch-1 (space or turning ch-1), yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook – 2 sts decreased.

kids hooded sweatshirt

BACK-Lower Ribbing: With smaller hook and CC, ch 10 (10, 12, 12).
Row 1 (Right Side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across; turn – 9 (9, 11, 11) sc.
Rows 2-49 (2-57, 2-63, 2-69): Ch 1, working in back loops only, sc in each sc across; turn. Fasten off at end of last row.

Body-Row 1 (Right Side): With right side facing and larger hook, join MC to work across long edge of ribbing; ch 1, sc in first row end, * ch 1, skip next row end, sc in next row end; repeat from * across; turn – 49 (57, 63, 69) sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, skip first sc, * sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc; repeat from * across; sc in turning ch-1; turn – 50 (58, 64, 70) sts (See Note above).
Rows 3-44 (51, 58, 65): Repeat Row 2 for pattern. Fasten off.

FRONT: Work same as for back through Row 30 (37, 40, 47).
Divide for Neck-Right Neck Edge- Row 31 (38, 41, 48): Ch 1, skip first sc, sc in next ch-1 space, [ch 1, skip next sc, sc in next ch-1 space] 10 (12, 14, 15) times; turn – 22 (26, 30, 32) sts.
Dec Row 32 (39, 42, 49): Ch 1, dec, * ch 1, skip next sc, sc in next ch-1; repeat from * across; turn – 20 (24, 28, 30) sts.
Row 33 (40, 43, 50): Work even in pattern.
Row 34 (41, 44, 51): Repeat Dec Row – 18 (22, 26, 28) sts.
Row 35 (42, 45, 52): Work even in pattern.
Row 36 (43, 46, 53): Repeat Dec Row – 16 (20, 24, 26) sts.
Row 37 (44, 47, 54): Work even in pattern.

Sizes 4 and 6 Only-Row 38 (45): Work even in pattern, placing a marker at neck edge for hood placement.
Rows 39-44 (46-51): Work even in pattern. Fasten off.

Sizes 8 and 10 Only-Row (48, 55): Repeat Decrease Row – (22, 24) sts.
Row (49, 56): Work even in pattern.
Row (50, 57): Work even in pattern, placing a marker at neck edge for hood placement.
Rows (51-58, 58-65): Work even in pattern. Fasten off.

Left Neck Edge-Row 31 (38, 41, 48): Skip next 2 (2, 1, 2) ch-1 spaces, join yarn in next sc; ch 1, [sc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc] 10 (12, 14, 15) times, sc in turning ch-1; turn – 22 (26, 30, 32) sts.
Dec Row 32 (39, 42, 49): Ch 1, work in pattern across to last 2 ch-1, dec; turn – 20 (24, 28, 30) sts.
Rows 33-44 (40-51, 43-58, 50-65): Work same as for Right Neck.

SLEEVES: Work in ribbing same as for Back for 35 (37, 39, 41) rows. Fasten off.
Row 1 (Right Side): With right side facing and larger hook, join MC to work across long edge of ribbing; ch 1, sc in first row end, * ch 1, skip next row end, sc in next row end; repeat from * across; turn – 35 (37, 39, 41) sts.
Rows 2-4: Ch 1, skip first sc, * sc in ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc; repeat from * across; sc in turning ch-1; turn – 36 (38, 40, 42) sts.
Inc Row 5: Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 1, * sc in next ch-1 space, ch 1 **, skip next sc; repeat from * to last sc, end at **; sc in last sc, ch 1, sc in turning ch-1; turn – 40 (42, 44, 46) sts.
[Work 5 rows even. Repeat Inc Row] 5 times – 60 (62, 64, 66) sts. Work 2 (6, 5, 5) rows even.

Size 8 and 10 Only: Repeat Increase Row – (68, 70) sts. Work (4, 8) rows even.

All Sizes: Fasten off.

POCKET: With larger hook and MC, ch 38 (38, 44, 44).
Row 1 (Right Side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook, * ch 1, skip next ch, sc in next ch; repeat from * across; turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, skip first sc, * sc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc; repeat from * across; sc in turning ch-1; turn – 38 (38, 44, 44) sts.
Rows 3-9 (3-9, 3-11, 3-11): Repeat Row 2 for pattern.
Dec Row 10 (10, 12, 12): Ch 1, dec, work even in pattern to last 2 ch-1, dec; turn – 34 (34, 40, 40) sts.
Row 11 (11, 13, 13): Repeat Row 2.
Rows 12-19 (12-19, 14-21, 14-21): Repeat the last 2 rows 4 times – 18 (18, 24, 24) sts. Fasten off.

Pocket Edging: With right side facing and larger hook, join CC and work sc evenly around entire pocket, working 3 sc in corners; join with a slip st in first sc. Fasten off.

HOOD: With larger and MC ch 100 (100, 104, 104).
Row 1 (Right Side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook, * ch 1, skip next ch, sc in next ch; repeat from * across; turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, skip first sc, * sc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, skip next sc; repeat from * across; sc in turning ch-1; turn – 100 (100, 104, 104) sts.
Rows 3 and 4: Repeat Row 2 for pattern.
Dec Row 5: Ch 1, dec, work even in pattern to last 2 ch-1, dec; turn – 96 (96, 100, 100) sts.
Rows 6-25: Repeat Rows 2-5 five times – 76 (76, 80, 80) sts.

Sizes 8 and 10 Only-Rows 26 and 27: Repeat Row 2.

All Sizes: Fasten off. Weave in ends.

FINISHING: Place pocket on the center front with the bottom edge of pocket at Row 4; sew top and bottom of pocket in place. Sew shoulder seams. Place center of sleeve tops at shoulder seams and sew in place. Sew side and sleeve seams.
Fold hood in half and sew back seam. Pin hood in place matching ends of hood to markers and seam at center back; sew in place.

Hood/Neck Edging: With right side facing and smaller hook, join CC at seam of hood/front neck; ch 1, sc evenly around hood and front neck opening; join with a slip st in first sc. Work 1 more rnd of sc. Work 1 rnd of Reverse sc. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Optional Tie: With smaller hook and CC, ch 175; slip st in each ch across. Fasten off. Weave in ends. Weave tie through 2nd rnd of edging. Tie an overhand knot in each end of tie.

ABBREVIATIONS: CC = contrast color; ch = chain; dec = decrease; inc = increase; MC = main color; mm = millimeters; rnd = round; sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch (es); * or ** = repeat whatever follows the * or ** as indicated; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified.

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Baby's Gone a Hunting Vest and Hat WR1757

Designed by Karla Hastings

Skill Level: Intermediate

Directions are for 6 months; changes for 12, 18 and 24 months are in parentheses.
Chest: 17 (21, 22, 25)".
Length: 7½ (8½, 9, 10½)".
Hat Circumference: 16 (18)"

RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 2 skeins 971 Camouflage A, 1 skein 312 Black B for Hat.

Crochet Hook: 4.25 mm (US G-6).
Stitch marker.
Yarn needle.

GAUGE: 16 sc = 4"; 18 rows = 4". CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

Note: Vest is worked from the center of Back to center of Right Front. Stitches are then picked up along opposite edge of foundation chain and worked to center of Left Front.

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VEST
RIGHT BACK
With A ch 27 (31, 33, 39).
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across, turn – 26 (30, 32, 38) sts.
Repeat Row 2 until 6 (8, 10, 12) rows have been worked.

Shape Neck
Next Row: Ch 1, work in sc across, ch 5, turn.
Next Row: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch and st across, turn – 30 (34, 36, 42) sts.
Work until 5 (7, 7, 9) rows have been worked for shoulder.

Shape Armhole
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in next 16 (16, 18, 20) sc, turn. Leave remaining sts unworked for armhole.
Row 2: Sc2tog for armhole, sc in each sc across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in 13 (13, 15, 17) sc, sc2tog, turn.
Row 4: Sctog, sc in each sc across, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in 11 (11, 13, 15) sc, sc2tog, turn – 12 (12, 14, 16) sc.
Work for 7 rows.
Row 13: Ch 1, sc in 11 (11, 13, 15) sc, 2 sc in next sc, turn – 13 (13, 15, 17) sc.
Row 14: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each sc across, turn.
Row 15: Ch 1, sc in 13 (13, 15, 17) sc, 2 sc in next sc, turn – 15 (15, 18, 19) sc.
Row 16: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc in each sc across, turn – 16 (16, 18, 20) sc.

FRONT
Row 17: Ch 1, sc in 16 (16, 20) sc, ch 15 (19, 19, 23), turn.
Row 18: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch and st across, turn - 30 (34, 36, 42) sts.
Work in sc until 5 (7, 7, 9) rows have been worked for shoulder.

Shape Neck
Row 1: Ch 1, sc to last 5 sts, slip st in next st, turn.
Row 2: Skip slip st, sc2tog, sc to end of row, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc to 5 (7, 3, 3) sts before sctog, slip st in next st, turn.
Row 4: Skip slip st, sc2tog, sc to end of row, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc to last 5 (7, 3, 3) sts before sctog, slip st in next st, turn.
Row 6: Sc2tog, sc to end of row, turn - 12 (12, 22, 28) sc.

For 18 and 24 months Only:
Row 7: Ch 1, sc to last (3, 3) sts before sctog, slip st in next st, turn.
Row 8: Sc2tog, sc to end of row, turn.
Row 9: Ch 1, sc to last (3, 3) sts before sctog, slip st in next st, turn.
Row 10: Sc2tog, sc to end of row, turn (14, 20) sts.

For 24 months Only:
Row 11: Ch 1, sc to last (3) sts before sctog, slip st in next st, turn.
Row 12: Sc2tog, sc to end of row, turn - (16) sc.

For All Sizes:
Work 3 rows in sc on 12 (12, 14, 16) sc. Fasten off.

LEFT BACK
Working along opposite side of foundation chain at center of Back, work 26 (30, 32, 38) scs. Work as for Right Side reversing shaping.

FINISHING
Sew Shoulders together.

Armband: With right side facing, join yarn at center of underarm, work sc evenly around armhole, join with a slip st to first sc. Fasten off. Repeat for second armhole.

Edging
Mark for 3 buttons on Right Front.
Round 1: With right side facing, join yarn in any st and work in sc evenly around lower edge, Front edges and neck edge, working 3 sc in corners and ch 2 opposite where marked for buttons on Left Front for buttonholes, slip st to first sc to join.
Round 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc, working 3 sc in corners and 2 sc in each ch-2 space, slip st to first sc to join. Fasten off.

Weave in ends. Sew buttons opposite buttonholes.

HAT
With A, ch 4, slip st to first ch to form a ring.
Round 1: Work 6 sc in ring. Place a marker for beginning of round.
Round 2: Ch 1, work 2 sc in each st, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 12 sc.
Round 3: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next st] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 18 sc.
Round 4: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 24 sc.
Round 5: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 30 sc.
Round 6: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 36 sc.
Round 7: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 42 sc.
Round 8: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 6 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 48 sc.
Round 9: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 54 sc.
Round 10: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 8 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 60 sc.
Round 11: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 9 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 66 sc.

For Larger Size Only:
Round 12: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 10 sts] around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 72 sc.

For All Sizes:
Next Round: Ch 1, sc in each sc around, slip st in first sc to join, turn - 66 (72) sts.
Repeat last Round until 10 rounds have been worked.

Visor
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in next 9 (10) sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, sc in next 9 (10) sc, turn - 22 (24) sts.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in next sc 1 (0) time, [sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 2 sc] across to last 3 (2) sts, sc in next sc 1 (0) time, sc2tog.
Rows 3-4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc in each sc across to last 2 sts, sc2tog, turn. Fasten off.

Edging: With right side facing, join B in next st on Hat after last st on first row of Visor and ch 1, sc in each st around to st before first st of first row of Visor. Fasten off.

Ear Flap
With right side facing, skip 4 sc from edge of Visor. Join A in next st.
Row 1: Ch 1, sc in next 12 sc, turn.
Rows 2-8: Repeat Row 1.
Rows 9-11: Sc2tog, sc in each sc to last 2 sc, sc2tog, turn. Fasten off.

Count 16 sts from opposite side of Visor and join yarn. Work as for first Ear Flap.

Edging: Join B in any st and ch 1, sc in each st and row around edges of Hat, Visor and Ear Flaps.

FINISHING
With B, make 2 twisted cords, each 11" long. Attach to one end to point of each Ear Flap. Fold Ear Flaps up and tie cords together on top of Hat. Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS: ch = chain; mm = millimeters; sc = single crochet; st(s) = stitch(es); [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified.

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Tween Layer Top WR1736

Skill Level: Easy

Designed by Heather Lodinsky

Sizes: XS (S, M, L, 1X)
Bust: 28 (34, 38, 44, 48)"
Length: 26 (27, 28, 29, 30)"

RED HEART® "Super Saver®": 3 (3, 4, 5, 5) skeins in 972 "Pink Camo".

Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8]; 4.5mm [US 7] circular needle, 24" long size
Stitch holders.
Yarn needle.

GAUGE: 16 sts = 4"; 22 rows = 4" in K3, p2 rib, slightly stretched. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge given.

STITCH EXPLANTIONS:
K3, p2 Rib.
Row 1 (WS): K2,*(p3, k2); repeat from * to end.
Row 2 (RS): P2, *(k3, p2); repeat from * to end.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for K3, p2 rib.

Note: In order to avoid color pooling that can result from a variegated yarn, use two balls simultaneously, working 2 rows with one ball then 2 rows with a second ball.

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BACK
With larger needles, cast on 57 (67, 77, 87, 97) sts. Starting with Row 1, work in K3, p2 rib until Back measures 18% (19,19%, 20, 20%)" from beginning, end with a wrong side row.

Shape Armhole
Keeping in K3, p2 rib pattern, bind off 2 (3, 4, 5, 6) sts at beginning of next two rows, then dec 1 at each side every other row 2 (4, 6, 8, 12) times - 51 (57, 63, 69, 73) sts. Work even until armhole measures 4½ (5, 5½, 6, 6½)", end with a wrong side row.

Shape Neck
Next Row (Right Side): Work 11 (13, 16, 18, 20) sts, slip center 29 (31, 31, 33, 33) sts to a stitch holder for neck, join second ball of yarn and work last 11 (13, 16, 18, 20) sts.
Work both sides at same time with separate balls of yarn. Bind off 3 sts at each neck edge once, then dec 1 st at neck edge every other row 2 (2, 3, 3, 3) times - 6 (8, 10, 12, 14) sts.
Work even until armhole measures 7 (7½, 8, 8½, 9)", end with a wrong side row.

Shape Shoulder
Bind off at each shoulder edge 3 (4, 5, 6, 7) sts twice.

FRONT
Work same as for Back until piece measures 17 (17½, 18, 18½, 19)", end with a wrong side row.

Shape Neck
Next Row (Right Side): Work 21 (26, 31, 36, 41) sts, slip center 15 sts to a stitch holder for neck, join second ball of yarn and work last 21 (26, 31, 36, 41) sts.
Work both sides at same time with separate balls of yarn. Bind off at each neck edge 3 sts once, then dec 1 st at neck edge every other row 8 (8, 8, 8, 6) times. AT THE SAME TIME, when Front measures 18½ (19, 19½, 20, 20½)" from beginning, shape armhole same as for Back.

Work even on 6 (8, 10, 12, 14) sts until Front measures same as Back to shoulder, end with a wrong side row. Bind off at each shoulder edge 3 (4, 5, 6, 7) sts twice.

SLEEVES
With smaller needles, cast on 37 (42, 47, 52, 57) sts. Work in K3, p2 rib until piece measures 1½". Change to larger needles and continue to work in K3, p2 rib, inc 1 st each side every 4th row 4 times - 45 (50, 55, 60, 65) sts. Work even until Sleeve measures 5 (5½, 5½, 5½, 6)" from beginning, end with a wrong side row.

Shape Cap
Bind off 2 (3, 4, 5, 6) sts at beginning of next 2 rows - 41 (44, 47, 50, 53) sts.
Continue to work in K3, p2 rib, dec 1 st each side every other row 3 times - 35 (38, 41, 44, 47) sts. Dec 1 st each side every 4th row until Sleeve Cap measures 5½ (5½, 6, 6½, 6½)" from beginning, end with a wrong side row.
Bind off 4 sts at beginning of next 2 rows. Bind off remaining sts.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder seams.

Neckband: With right side facing and circular needle, join yarn at right shoulder seam, pick up 15 sts down Back right neck, knit across 29 (31, 31, 33, 33) sts on Back stitch holder, pick up 15 sts up left Back neck edge, pick up 45 (48, 50, 53, 55) sts down left Front neck edge, knit 15 sts from Front stitch holder, pick up 45 (48, 50, 53, 51) sts up right Front neck edge - 164 (172, 176, 184, 188) sts. Place marker for beginning of round. Work in K2, p2 rib for 1½ ". Bind off in rib.
Set in Sleeves. Sew side and Sleeve seams.

Weave in ends.

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ABBREVIATIONS: dec = decrease(s)(d)(ing); inc = increase(s)(d)(ing); K = knit; mm = millimeters; P = Purl; st(s) = stitch(es); St * = repeat whatever follows the * as indicated.

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