Crocheted Cable Beanie

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Although I have been a self-taught crocheter for a few months now, I wanted to step outside of the usual single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet patterns and face my fears of front post double crochet and back post double crochet. This hat is basically all fpdc and bpdc.

Personally, I love the neat look of knitted items but crocheting is so much faster and easier. I was so excited when I found this pattern for a child and adult cable hat! The first time I tried the child pattern with an H or I hook, the hat came out too small for my son. I decided to use a K hook and it came out beautifully and I love how it covers most of his ears; perfect for the winter season. I also used single crochet for the brim, instead of fpdc and bpdc. 

I have to agree that this is not a beginner's pattern but once you get this down, it will feel like it is even easier than a beginner's pattern.

Enjoy!

Crochet DIY: Bow Tie

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 My son has many button ups and what other way to amp it up to add on more cuteness? The answer is bow ties. I have made a variety of colors for him to wear but since the holidays are near, I was inspired to make this red one. I invite you to make some for yourself!  

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Crochet DIY: Facial Cotton Pads

Pin It I love finding ways of saving money, especially if it means that I can make them myself. It makes me feel more artistic and enables me to use more creativity, since I am such a plain Jane.

While I was crocheting a few newborn owl hats, I noticed how the white eyes resembled cotton pads that I use to remove my makeup. I knew I was using 100% cotton so I decided to make a few to test out.

I immediately loved it. It is soft and the ridges from the crochet were actually very helpful in exfoliating my skin and getting most of the makeup off of areas of my waterline. I think I actually like it more than the disposable ones because I am quite afraid of the pieces of cotton that come off, getting into my eyes.

        Use it. Toss it in laundry. Dry. Reuse. 

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