Have you ever tried a mandala yarn before? I’m sure the answer to that question is probably a yes, right? 😉 Well, when I saw the Mandala Tweed Stripes from Lion Brand I knew I had to check it out. I don’t normally gravitate towards striping yarns but something about these colors were calling to me. I’m a sucker for tweed! Somebody mentioned in my Instagram comments that the colors remind them of strata layers and I have to say, I definitely agree! The Strata Beanie pattern is fun and quick to make.
I incorporated some surface stitching which I think gives it the perfect finishing touch. Plus there are so many different colors you can use for different holidays! Red and green for a christmas beanie, white and pink for Valentines day, or maybe even make it in your school colors! I think it would be great in your team’s colors too!
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Description: This Strata Beanie Pattern is worked from the bottom up. The brim incorporates slip stitching for the perfect amount of stretch. The surface stitches add just enough detail for a fun and unique look. It’s also super easy to adjust length for your desired fit.
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Materials:
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Worsted Weight (4) yarn. Lion Brand Mandala Tweed stripes “Knock On Wood”. 190(200,215) yards
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5.5mm Crochet Hook
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Yarn Needle
This Fab Faux Crochet Scarf was super fun to make! I wanted something warm and cozy to go around my neck and give it almost a cowl feel when its wrapped! I made this scarf in only a couple of nights, so you can definitely knock some out for holiday gifts quickly!
The main portion of the scarf uses the moss stitch. It gives it some gorgeous texture and is very simple to do! If you’ve never used “Go For Faux” before this scarf is a great beginner project for it. You are doing short rows of double crochet with it so it’s pretty easy to count your stitches.
Would you rather try out this scarf in knit? Well, good news! I have a free knit version available as well HERE!
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*** This pattern is also available as a kit through Lion Brand HERE! It has all the yarn you need plus a printed copy of the pattern. Its currently 35% off with code “35KITS” at checkout. Thats an amazing deal and I definitely recommend snagging one!
If you haven’t tried Bernat mix home yarn yet, you need to! I picked up a couple of skeins on one of my many shopping trips to Michael’s. I can’t resist when I see a new yarn! I made my pillow case big enough to fit an old 18×18 pillow. However, if you want it bigger or smaller, it’s really easy to customize by shortening or lengthening the starting chain.
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Materials Needed:Â
- 2 Skeins of Bernat Mix Home Yarn. Click the link for a 40% off coupon at Michael’s! Coupon CodeÂ
- 8.00mm Crochet Hook
- Yarn Needle
- Pillow insert or Poly-Fil stuffing
