The Cosy Star Christmas Bauble – Free Crochet Pattern
As autumn settles in and the days grow shorter, many of us begin turning our thoughts towards the festive season. There’s something wonderfully comforting about preparing handmade decorations while the weather cools and the first hints of Christmas start to appear.
I’m delighted to introduce my latest seasonal design — the Cosy Star Christmas Bauble. This soft and subtly sparkling ornament combines texture and simplicity, making it a timeless addition to your festive décor.
Double stranded
For this project, I held Durable Cosy Fine together with Durable Starlux , so it’s a double stranded project. I love this pairing of warmth and shimmer. The result is a bauble that feels soft to the touch, yet catches the light in the loveliest way. I used a 4.5 mm crochet hook and 6 cm styrofoam balls as the base, giving the finished pieces a neat and professional shape.
Beginner-friendly
The Cosy Star pattern is beginner-friendly, making it an ideal project for those new to crochet or anyone looking for a quick, satisfying make. These baubles come together quickly, so you can easily create a full set — perfect for decorating your tree, adding to garlands, or gifting to friends and family.
Best of all, the pattern is completely FREE. Below you’ll find the pattern, but in my Ravelry shop you can download the pattern with helpful photos.
Whether you start now, with autumn leaves still falling, or wait until the Christmas lights appear, I hope the Cosy Star Bauble brings a touch of handmade warmth and sparkle to your celebrations this year.
Pattern Details:
Skill Level: Easy
Materials needed:
- Yarn
- Styrofoam balls 6 cm
- 4.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Yarn used for example: Durable Cosy fine (58% cotton, 42% acrylic, 50g/105m)
- White 310
- Deep Red 317 Durable Starlux (100% polyester, 25g/160m)
- White 310
- Deep Red 317
US terms and abbreviations
| mr | magic ring |
| sc | single crochet |
| ch | chain |
| slst | slip stitch |
| dc2tog | double crochet two together |
| dc | double crochet |
| st | stitch |
The pattern
This is a double threaded project. You’ll hold the two different yarns together.
| Round 1 | Mr, ch2, 1dc (counts as dc2tog), ch1, (dc2tog, ch1) 5x, slst. Fasten off. (12) |
| Round 2 | (Dc2tog) 4x in each ch-1 sp. Fasten off. (24) (I started this round with a standing dc2tog but you could also make a slst and ch2 and make a dc.) |
| Round 3 | 1dc in each sp between each dc2tog of the last round Fasten off. (24) (I started this round with a standing dc, but you could also slst, ch3.) |
| Round 4 | 1sc in each st, slst in 1st sc. Fasten off and leave a long tail. On 2nd half leave an even longer tail to use to sew together the bauble. (24) (I started this round with a standing sc, but you could also slst, ch1 and make a sc in the same st.) Sew two halves together around the ball. |
Congratulations!
You’ve just made a beautiful Christmas Bauble! I’ve made ten! How many are you going to make? Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #CosyStarChristmasBauble and @Knotsosquare.That would make my day!
Updated Susy’s Dopperbag
Susy’s dopperbag – the updated version
This crochet Dopperbag works up fast and is absolutely beginner friendly. The patterns are available for free. If you buy the pattern, you get both versions, also the printable PDF’s contains a lot of helpful photos.
Scroll down for the free pattern.
The patterns are available as a PDF
Easy-to-Follow Pattern and Instructions
Verify your bottle’s compatibility with the Dopperbag, suitable for Dopper bottles with the following dimensions:
- capacity of 350 ml
- diameter of 6 cm
- height of 23.6 cm
- weight of 270 g.
Materials needed:
- cotton yarn
- 5mm crochet hook
- yarn needle
- scissors
The Pattern
| Round 1 | Mr, 1l, 6sc in ring. Don’t close with a slst! . Pull mr tight. (6) |
| Round 2 | 2sc in each st. (12) |
| Round 3 | *2sc in next st, sc in next st, Rep van * till end of Round. (18) |
| Round 4 | 1sc in next st, 2sc in next st, *sc in next 2 st, 2sc in next st, Rep from * till last st, sc in last st. (24) |
| Round 5 | *2sc in next st, sc in next 3 st, Rep from * till end of round, make 1 slst in the 1st sc!. (30) |
| Round 6 | Ch3, 29 BLdc, slst in ch3. |
| Round 7 | You’re going to make the body of the bag now: Ch4, *sk1, 1dc in next st, ch1 Rep from * till end of round, slst in 1st dc (3rd ch). |
| Round 8-17 | Ch4, *sk ch-1 sp, 1dc in next st, ch1 Rep from * till end of round, slst in 1st dc (3rd ch). |
| Round 18 | Ch3, 1 dc in each of the next 29, slst in ch3.(30) |
The Strap
| Row 1 | Use your stitchmarkers to mark the 2 stitches next to the slst you just made. Count 12 stitches on the right side and put a stitch marker in the next st. Skip one stitch and put a stitchmarker in the next stitch.
Ch 120 and attach the strap to the exact opposite of the bag with a slst, this will be in the skipped stitch. Make a slst in the next st in the rim of the bag, turn and make 1hdc in each ch. Make a slst at the bottom of the strap in the marked stitch, fasten off. |
Celebrate Your Creation
Congratulate yourself on crafting a highly functional and attractive bag! Share your accomplishment by posting a photo of your work on Instagram with the hashtags #susysdopperbag and #knotsosquare. That would make me super happy!
If you want to check out the original version of the dopperbag, you can do so here.
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Susy’s Dopperbag
Beginner friendly crochet pattern
This crochet Dopperbag works up fast and is absolutely beginner friendly. The printable PDF contains a lot of helpful photos. I used Durable Macramé yarn because it’s superstrong.
Since June 2025 an updated version of this pattern is available, the main difference is the wider and sturdier strap. You can check it out here.
If you scroll down, you can find the free pattern but there’s also a printable PDF available with instruction photos.
Yarn selection: Durable macramé
Durable Macramé is a firm 100% cotton yarn. It’s perfect for macramé projects like wall hangings and plant hangers, but also suitable for crochet projects. I love working with it because it’s so sturdy! This bag will last a long time! It will be the perfect protector and carrier of your Dopper bottle.
The Sustainable Choice: Dopper Bottles
Aren’t they pretty?? A Dopper leaves no excuse for single-use water bottles. I mean, we’re so over throwing away plastic and we all support the #plastiban completely, don’t we?! Did you notice it’s a bottle and cup in one? Awesome!
The bottle is produced sustainably. And yes, most Doppers are made from plastic, but the kind of plastic you can use again, and again, and again. When you’re done with it – which you probably never will be – it can be fully recycled!
This pattern is available as a PDF
Easy-to-Follow Pattern and Instructions
Verify your bottle’s compatibility with the Dopperbag, suitable for Dopper bottles with the following dimensions:
- capacity of 350 ml
- diameter of 6 cm
- height of 23.6 cm
- weight of 270 g.
Materials needed:
- cotton yarn
- 5mm crochet hook
- yarn needle
- scissors
Pattern notes
First you’re going to make the bottom. Don’t close the rounds with a slst but work in a spiral. If needed, put a stitch marker in the last stitch to mark it. Move the SM every round.
Ch4 at the beginning of a round counts as (dc, ch1)
Ch1 at the beginning of a round doesn’t count as a stitch.
The pattern is also availale in the shop. The printable PDF contains a lot of helpful photos.
The Pattern
| Round 1 | Mr, 1l, 6sc in ring. Don’t close with a slst! . Pull mr tight. (6) |
| Round 2 | 2sc in each st. (12) |
| Round 3 | *2sc in next st, sc in next st, Rep van * till end of Round. (18) |
| Round 4 | 1sc in next st, 2sc in next st, *sc in next 2 st, 2sc in next st, Rep from * till last st, sc in last st. (24) |
| Round 5 | *2sc in next st, sc in next 3 st, Rep from * till end of round, make 1 slst in the 1st sc!. (30) |
| Round 6 | You’re going to make the body of the bag now: Ch4, *sk1, 1dc in next st, ch1 Rep from * till end of round, slst in 1st dc (3rd ch). |
| Round 7-19 | Ch4, *sk ch-1 sp, 1dc in next st, ch1 Rep from * till end of round, slst in 1st dc (3rd ch). |
| Round 20 | Ch1, 1 sc in same st and in each ch-1 sp and dc around. (30) |
The Strap
| Round 1 | Ch 120 and attach the strap to the exact opposite of the bag with a slst , turn and make 1sc in each ch, slst at the bottom of the strap, fo and weave in ends. |
Celebrate Your Creation
Congratulate yourself on crafting a highly functional and attractive bag! Share your accomplishment by posting a photo of your work on Instagram with the hashtags #susysdopperbag and #knotsosquare. That would make me super happy!
This Charming Bag
This Charming bag is the ideal crochet bag to carry along your phone, your credit card and some mints. Bring it along with you on an evening out, to a festival or when you simply take a stroll in the park.
This easy to make crochet bag is superhip and it has a superb retro look as it’s made of granny squares!
I chose to make unicoloured squares, but you can easily change the look of this little baggie by playing with colours. What about changing colour each row?
Beginner friendly crochet pattern
This crochet bag works up quickly and is beginner friendly. The printable PDF contains a lot of helpful photos.
If you scroll down, you can find the free pattern of the shawl but there’s also a printable PDF available with extra instruction photos.
This pattern is available as a PDF
Yarn and Colors Super Charming
I seriously don’t understand why this yarn is being discontinued. I luvv it!! Its the thicker variant of Charming and it’s made of cotton and acrylic. It has a beautiful stone washed look and is available in a range of 50 gorgeous colours. You can still get it at yarnplaza.com. If you can’t get your hands on it I’d recommend using Scheepjes River- or Stonewashed XL.
Pattern Details:
Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate
Materials Needed:
- Yarn
- Crochet Hook: 5.5 mm hook Clover amour
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
- Measuring Tape
- 25 Pom Pom Maker
Yarn Used: Yarn and Colors Super Charming (50gr/75m) – 12gr per square
Colors:
- 023 Brick
- 043 Pearl
- 026 Satay
- 028 Soil
- 009 Limestone
Gauge: Granny motif measures 12 cm across and in length (blocked)
The Granny square
Make a total of 4 granny squares
| Round 1 | Mr, ch2 (counts as dc here and throughout). 11dc. Join with slst in the top of the beginning ch2. (12) |
| Round 2 | Ch2, (2dc, tr) in next dc, (tr, 2dc) in next dc*, dc in next dc. Rep from * around, ending last rep at **, slst in top of ch2. (28) |
| Round 3 | Ch2, dc in next 2dc *(2dc, tr) in next tr, (tr, 2dc) in next tr**, dc in next 5dc. Rep from *around, ending last rep at **, dc in last 2dc, slst in top of ch2. (44) |
| Round 4 | Ch2, dc in next 4dc *(2dc, tr) in next tr, (tr, 2dc) in n ext tr**, dc in next 9dc. Rep from *around, ending last rep at **, dc in last 4dc, slst in top of ch2. (60) Fo and weave in ends. |
Make the panels
Join two squares with sc’s in outer loops, RS facing you. Join the other 2 squares too. Now you have 2 panels.
I made a lining for my bag. Choose a piece of fabric and cut a piece of 24,5×24,5cm, fold in two which makes the piece 12×24 cm, sew up over length and width, keep upper part open. Fold upper part double and sew up loosely. Sew the bottom and upper part of the little bag you made on the WS of the panel. Attach a button if you like.
Join the panels
Join the two panels with sc’s, starting in the top left of the bag, make 3sc’s in the two corners at the bottom. Sc around upper edge. Fasten off needle close.
Strap
Make a knot cord with 2 colours. I made mine 80 cm long. Make two pompoms and attach them on the bag where the strap begins and ends.
Congratulations!
You’ve just a superbly stylish crochet bag! Isn’t it great to crochet your own accessories? Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #thischarmingbag and #knotsosquare
That would make me super happy!
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The Classic Crochet Scarf
This crochet scarf is classic but oh so trendy! The Granny stitch has made a comeback and she’s here to stay. You see her in the streets, on the catwalk and in fashion magazines. And we can make our hip accessories ourselves! How cool is that!
This easy to make classic crochet scarf is not only fashionable, it’s also really warm because it’s made with wool!
I chose to use one colour, but you can easily change the look of this scarf by playing with colours. What about changing colour each row?
You can easily make the scarf longer or wider. You’ll find the instructions in the printable pattern.
Beginner friendly crochet pattern
This scarf works up super fast and is beginner friendly. The printable PDF contains helpful photos.
If you scroll down, you can find the free pattern of the shawl but there’s also a printable PDF available in US and NL terms with extra instruction photos.
This pattern is available as a PDF
Yarn selection: Hobbii WoolPower
I love his yarn. It’s so thick and soft. It’s single stranded so its super easy to work with! And its 100% wool! So the warmest you’ll get. The yarn is OEKO-TEX® certified (no. 1976-294) which is a big plus! View all the colours here.
The pattern
| Row 1 | Ch22, make 1sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1sc in each ch till end of row, turn. (21) |
| Row 2 | Ch1, 1sc in each sc till end, turn. (21) |
| Row 3 | Ch4 (counts as dc+ch1), [sk1, 1dc in next 3sc, ch1] 5x, turn. |
| Row 4-139 | Ch3 (together with the ch1 of the previous row this counts as dc+ch1 here and throughout), [(3dc, ch1) in next ch1-sp] 5x. |
| Row 140 | Ch1, (1sc in next 3dc, 1sc in ch-1sp) 5x, 1sc in top of ch3, turn. |
| Row 141 | Ch1, 1sc in each sc, fasten off and weave in ends. |
Congratulations!
You’ve just made a classic but timeless scarf! Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #classicgrannyscarf and #knotsosquare
That would make me very happy!
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K-Christmas Bunting
Are you looking for a quick and easy crochet Christmas project with maximum result? This beautiful K-Christmas bunting is exactly what you’re looking for!
Easy Christmas crochet pattern
Everybody loves quick and easy FREE Christmas crochet projects and I’m superhappy to share this fun and fast pattern with you!
The K-Christmas Bunting will be your favourite Christmas ornament to decorate your house with year after year!
It is crocheted in tapestry style. If you haven’t tried that before this is the ideal opportunity to practice and play around with it.
I used Durable Cosy Fine yarn which comes in 62 colours. Endless possibilities to make the trees in different colours. Maybe something less traditional?
This pattern is available as a PDF
Pattern notes: On rows 3 and 4 – work in two colours, enclosing the colour not in use until it is required. (Tapestry style.)
For an enriched crocheting experience, consider the printable PDF version of the K-Christmas Bunting pattern available in the shop. This version encompasses detailed step-by-step photographs and a comprehensive crochet chart.
Skill level: easy
Materials needed:
- Crochet hook 5mm
- Cotton yarn
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Yarn used: Durable cosy fine (50g/105m)
- Each tree:
| Colour A | 2211 Curry, 1gr |
| Colour B | 2133 Dark mint 3gr |
| Colour C | 385 Coffee 1 gr |
US terms and abbreviations with UK in brackets
| ch | chain |
| Stsc | standing single crochet (UK standing double crochet) |
| sc | single crochet (UK double crochet) |
| dc | double crochet (UK treble crochet) |
| st | stitch |
| fo | fasten off |
The Pattern
| Row 1 | Colour A: Ch4, 2dc in 4th ch from hook, turn. (3) |
| Row 2 | Ch3, dc in same st, dc in next st, 2dc in next st, change to colour B, turn. (5) |
| Row 3 | Ch3, dc in same st, change to colour A, dc in next 3 sts, change to colour B, turn. (7) |
| Row 4 | Ch3, dc in same st, dc in next 2 sts, change to colour A, dc, change to colour B, dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in last st, fo colour A, turn. (9) |
| Row 5 | Ch3, dc in same st, dc in next 7 sts, 2dc in last st, turn. (11) |
| Row 6 | Ch3, dc in same st, dc in next 9 sts, 2dc in last st, turn. (13) |
| Row 7 | Ch3, dc in same st, dc in next 11 sts, 2dc in last st, fo. (15) |
| Row 8 | Attach colour C with stsc in the 7th st you made in row 7, sc in next 2 sts, turn. (3) |
| Row 9 | Ch1, sc in next 3 sts. Cut off yarn and weave in ends. |
With colour C, ch30, make a slst on the WS of a tree in a loop in the top. Ch 20 and attach another tree and so on, end with ch30, fo.
Congratulations!
You’ve just made a lovely Christmas bunting. Merry Christmas!
Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #kchristmasbunting and #knotsosquare That would make me super happy!
Rosy my Rosy Shawl
Early spring and autumn shawl
In spring we always hope to see the sun, but especially mornings can be really chilly. In autumn we always hope for that late Indian summer, but again, sometimes it’s just cold.
The Rosy my Rosy shawl is ideal to put around your neck in the morning and then when the sun is out in the afternoon and you’re sitting on a bench in the park, you can use it as a wrap. The neon pink makes it a super hip wrap!
Scheepjes Colour Crafter
I chose to use Scheepjes Colour crafter for this shawl because of its soft and smooth texture. The acrylic makes it super warm but light a the same time. And it comes in so many colours!!! Take your pick! You can see I went for a lot of pink and some gold to even it out and add some warmth.
If you scroll down, you can find the free pattern of the shawl but there’s also a printable PDF available in US and NL terms with extra instruction photos.
This pattern is available as a PDF
Pattern Specifications and Notes
| Skill level | Easy-Intermediate |
| Materials needed | Cotton yarn Crochet hook 5 mm Scissors Yarn needle |
| Gauge | 20 x dc = 10 cm (10 Rows of dc’s = 10 cm) |
| Yarn used | Scheepjes Colour crafter (100g/300m) 1 skein each |
| A | Ermelo |
| B | Burum |
| C | Lelystad |
| D | Sittard |
| E | Mechelen |
| Special stitches | Standing double crochet: alternative for slst and ch3. Video here. Standing single crochet: alternative for slst and ch1. Video here. |
| Puff stitch | (yo, insert hook in next st, yo, draw yarn through st and up to level of work) 3 times in same st, yo, draw yarn through 7 loops on hook, ch1. |
The Pattern
| Row 1 | Colour A: Mr, ch 3, 4 dc, ch 2, 5 dc in ring, close ring. turn (5 dc / side) |
| Row 2 | Ch 3, 1dc in 1st dc, 1 dc in ea dc up to ch-2 sp. (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 sp. 1 dc in ea dc, 2 dc in 3rd ch. fo (8 dc/side) From now on you will not turn anymore , but att yarn ea new row in the first dc, the last of row 2. |
| Row 3 | Colour B: Att yarn in 1st dc. Ch 1, (or standing )fpdc in ea dc up to ch-2 sp, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 sp, fpdc in ea dc. fo(10 st/side) |
| Row 4 | Colour C: Ch 3 or standing dc in 1st dc, 1dc in same st, sc in next st, tr in next st, sc in next st Rep** up to ch-2 sp, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 sp, sc in next st, tr in next st, Rep** till last 2sts, sc, 2dc in last dc. Fo (13 st/side) |
| Row 5 | Colour D: Ch 3 or standing dc in 1st dc, 1dc in same st, hdc in next dc, puff st in next sc, sk next tr, puff st in next sc, Rep ** till last 2 sts before ch-2 sp, hdc in ea st, (2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc) in ch-2 sp, 2 hdc, puff st in next sc, sk next tr * Rep* till last 3 sts, puff st in next sc, hdc in next dc, 2 dc in last dc. Fo (12 st/side) |
| Row 6 | Colour E: standing sc in 1st dc, sc in same st, sc in next 2 sts, sc in next puff st and sc between next 2 puff sts Rep till last puff st, sc in puff st, sc in next 4 sts, (2 sc, ch 2, 2 sc) in ch-2 sp, sc in next 4 sts (1st one is hidden) , sc in next puff st and sc between next 2 puff sts Rep till last puff st, sc in puff st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in last dc. (19 st/side |
| Row 7 | Colour A: Ch 3 or standing dc in 1st sc, 1dc in same st, 1 dc in ea st up to ch-2 sp. (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in ch-2 sp. 1 dc in ea st till last dc, 2 dc in last dc (22/side) |
| Row 8 | As row 3 (24/side) |
| Row 9 | As row 4 (27/side) |
| Row 10 | As row 5 (19 sts/side) |
| Row 11 | As row 6 (33 sts/side) |
| Row 12 | As row 7 (36 sts/side) |
| Row 13 | As row 3 (38 sts/side) |
| Row 14 | As row 4 ( 41 sts/side) |
| Row 15 | As row 5 (26 sts /side) |
| Row 16 | As row 6 (47sts/side) |
| Row 17 | As row 7 (50 sts/side) |
| Row 18 | As row 3 (52 sts/side) |
| Row 19 | As row 4 (55 sts/side) |
| Row 20 | As row 5 (33 sts /side) |
| Row 21 | As row 6 (61 sts/side) |
| Row 22 | As row 7 (64 sts/side) |
| Row 23 | As row 3 (66 sts/side) |
| Row 24 | As row 4 (69 sts/side) |
| Row 25 | As row 5 (40sts /side) |
| Row 26 | As row 6 (75 sts/side) |
| Row 27 | As row 7 (78 sts/side) |
| Row 28 | As row 3 (80 sts/side) |
| Row 29 | As row 4 (83 sts/side) |
| Row 30 | As row 5 (47sts /side) |
| Row 31 | As row 6 (89 sts/side) |
| Row 32 | As row 7 (92 sts/side) |
| Row 33 | As row 3 (94 sts/side) |
| Row 34 | As row 4 (97 sts/side) |
| Row 35 | As row 5 (54 sts /side) |
| Row 36 | As row 6 (103 sts/side) |
| Row 37 | As row 7 (106 sts/side) |
| Row 38 | As row 3 (108 sts/side) |
| Row 39 | As row 4 (111 sts/side) |
| Row 40 | In colour B: As row 5 (61 sts /side) |
| Row 41 | In colour E: As row 6 (117 sts/side) |
| Row 42 | In colour D: As row 7 (120 sts/side) |
| Row 43 | In colour A: As row 3 (122 sts/side) |
| Row 44 | In colour C: As row 4 (125 sts/side) |
| Row 45 | B: As row 5 (68sts /side) |
| Row 46 | E: As row 6 (131 sts/side) |
| Row 47 | D: As row 7 (134 sts/side) |
| Row 48 | A: As row 3 (136 sts/side) |
| Row 49 | C: C: As row 4 (139 sts/side) |
| Row 50 | B: As row 5 (75 sts /side) |
| Row 51 | E: As row 6 (145 sts/side) |
| Row 52 | D: As row 7 (148 sts/side) |
| Row 53 | A: As row 3 (150 sts/side) |
| Row 54 | C: As row 4 (153 sts/side) |
| Row 55 | B: As row 5 (82 sts /side) |
| Row 56 | E: As row 6 (159 sts/side) |
| Row 57 | B:As row 7 (162 sts/side) |
| Row 58 | E: As row 3 (164 sts/side) |
| Row 59 | D:As row 4 (167 sts/side) |
| Row 60 | B:As row 5 (89 sts /side) |
| Row 61 | E: standing sc in 1st dc, sc in same st, sc in next 2 sts, sc in next puff st and sc between next 2 puff sts Rep** till last puff st, sc in puff st, sc in next 4 sts, ( sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp, sc in next 4 sts (1st one is hidden), sc in next puff st and sc between next 2 puff sts Rep** till last puff st, sc in puff st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in last dc. (172 sts/side), turn, you’ll start making the edging. |
| Row 62 | WS: Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st sc, sc in ea st up to ch-2 sp, (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp, sc in ea st up to last st, 2sc in last st, turn |
| Row 63-64 | As row 62 (RS, WS) |
| Row 65 | D: standing sc in 1st sc, sc in same st, 2 sc in ea st up to ch-2 sp, (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp, 2 sc in ea st turn |
| Row 66 | Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st sc and in ea st up to ch-2 sp, (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp, 2 sc in ea st turn |
| Row 67 | A: Ch 2 or standing hdc in 1st st, hdc in same st, (1 hdc in next 4 sts, 2 hdc in next st) up to ch-2sp, (hdc, ch 2, hdc) in ch-2 sp, (1 hdc in next 4 sts , 2 hdc in next st) till end. Fo and weave in ends. |
Congratulations!
You’ve just made a lovely shawl! Isn’t it great to crochet your own accessories?
Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #rosymyrosyshawl and #knotsosquare That would make me rosefully happy!
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The Granny Spice Square
The rejected square
As many of you, I love Granny squares. They are so satisfying to make. Within no-time you’ve got a piece of art in your lap. Last year I participated in the Granny Square CAL, organized by Knitcraft. I really enjoyed making all the squares and made some friends on the way. I immediately started designing a square that I wanted to enter the next year.
I really, really wanted to join the CAL as a designer this year, but alas, my square got rejected.
The original (rejected) squareOf course one shouldn’t take things like this personally, and I didn’t, but it did hurt a bit. #onlyhuman
I forgot about my design and never seriously worked out the pattern.
This pattern is available as a PDF
Granny Square Day
When I told her this story, my friend Amy told me this square deserved to be published. Wouldn’t it be great to release the pattern on Granny Square Day??
Of course, it would! It felt great having found a new purpose for my Granny Spice square.
I looked up my notes and started working on the pattern. Although it’s a beginner friendly crochet pattern, it’s still quite intricate. I really had to play with the stitches to make my idea work.
The Pattern
For my square I used Durable Cosy Fine yarn and a 4.5mm hook.
You can really play around with colours and make the square in your own style. The square itself is really versatile. You could use it for a bag, a pillow or even a blanket! (Please don’t forget to tag me!)
| Round 1 | Mr, ch3 (counts as dc), dc into mr, (ch3, 2dc) 3x into mr, ch3, slst into top of beginning ch3, fo. |
| Round 2 | Join yarn in any corner ch-3 sp with a Stdc, (dc, ch2, 2dc) in same ch-sp, dc in next 2 sts, [(2dc, ch2, 2dc) in next ch-sp, dc in next 2 sts] 3x, slst in 1st dc, fo. |
| Round 3 | Join yarn in any corner with a Stsc, (ch3, sc) in same ch-sp, sc in next dc, ch3, sc between 3rd and 4th dc, ch3, sk 2, sc, [(sc, ch3, sc) in next ch-sp, sc in next dc, ch3, sc between 3rd and 4th dc, ch3, sk 2, sc] 3x, slst, fo. |
| Round 4 | Join yarn in any corner with a Stdc, (ch1, 2dc, ch1, dc ) in same ch-sp, dc in next sc, ch1, sk 1, (2dc in next ch-sp, ch 1) 2x, sk 1, dc in next sc, [(dc, ch1, 2dc, ch1, dc) in next corner ch-sp, dc in next sc, ch1, sk 1, (2dc in next ch-sp, ch 1) 2x, sk 1, dc in next sc] 3x, slst in 1st dc, fo. |
| Round 5 | Join yarn in 1st dc of any first ch-1 sp of a corner with a Stdc, dc in same ch-1 sp, (dc in next dc, ch2, dc in next dc, 2dc in next ch-1 sp, dc in next 11 sts, 2dc in next ch-sp) 4x, omit last 2dc on last repeat, slst in 1st dc, fo. |
| Round 6 | Join yarn in any corner ch-3 sp with a Stsc, (ch2, sc) in same ch-sp, [sc in next dc, ch3, sk 1, sc in next dc (ch3, sk 2, sc in next dc) 4x, ch3, sk 1, sc in next dc, (sc, ch2, sc) in next corner] 4x, omit corner on last repeat, slst in 1st sc, fo. |
| Round 7 | Join yarn in any corner with a Stdc, (ch2, dc) in same ch-sp, [dc in next sc, ch1, sk 1, (2dc in next ch-sp, ch1) 6x, sk 1, dc in next sc, (dc, ch2, dc) in next corner] 4x, omit corner on last repeat, slst in 1st dc, fo. |
| Round 8 | Join yarn in any corner with a Stdc, (ch2, dc) in same ch-sp, [dc in next 23 sts, (dc, ch2, dc) in next corner] 4x, omit corner on last repeat, slst in 1st dc, fo. |
| Round 9 | Join yarn in any corner ch-3 sp with a Stsc, (ch1, sc) in same ch-sp, [sc in next 25 sts, (sc, ch1, sc) in next corner] 4x, omit corner on last repeat, slst in 1st dc, fo. Weave in all ends. |
Congratulations!
You’ve just made a very versatile square! What are you going to make with it? A bag, a blanket, a pillow? Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #grannyspicesquare and #knotsosquare. That would make me spicefully happy!
Susy’s Wind Spinner
Minimal effort, maximum result
At the moment these crochet wind spinners are a real hit in Holland. I couldn’t resist making and designing my own! We’ve got a big garden so enough spots to decorate!
You can really experiment with colour and add your personal touch to the wind spinner. I found my inspiration in flowers when choosing my colours. So I used a lot of green, yellow and pink!
I wanted the “disks” of the wind spinner to be a bit bigger and more solid than the examples I saw on YouTube. No iron wire for me, too complicated and not necessary
I used my favourite stitch, the hdc, for the first row. It works up so fast, I love it!!
Stash busting crochet
They are excellent to use up your scraps, although don’t underestimate the amount of yarn you need!
Personally I loved using durable Cosy fine and Scheepjes Softfun for this project. I used a 4mm hook.
When you’re finished you can attach some beads at the bottom (or make a tassel). Make sure your disks face upward and use the long tail of row 4 to make a loop and hang up your wind spinner.
This pattern is available as a PDF
The pattern
So, here we go!
| Row 1 | Colour A: Ch61, hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 3hdc in ea st, fo, don’t turn. (180) |
| Row 2 | Colour B: Start in 1st hdc of row 1, 2sc in ea st, fo, don’t turn. (360) |
| Row 3 | Colour C: Start in 1st sc of row 3, [(2x1Sc), (2sc)] rep across, fo, Turn! (540) |
| Row 4 | Colour D: Change colour (leave a long tail) and make a Crab stitch in ea st, fo. Make a loop in the long tail at the beginning of this row. |
Weave in all other ends and you’re done!.
Please show me your makes on Instagram and Facebook using #susyswindspinner and @knotsosquare.
Happy hooking!
The Shangri-Mandala
Introduction to Shangri-Mandala
Welcome to the serene world of the Shangri-Mandala.
My husband is behind the name Shangri-Mandala, it made us smile and has stuck since then. It makes the essence of the tranquil and harmonious vibes of the mandala even lighter.
This pattern is available as a PDF
The K-Cute little Heart
A New Free Crochet Pattern for Valentine’s Day
Last year I designed the Bobble heart knot so square and published it as a free pattern. It was my Valentine’s gift to you lovely people.
Crochet wise the past year has been even better than the year before so with Valentine’s day coming along soon I thought this was the perfect occasion to offer you a new free crochet pattern. I hope it will inspire you for Valentine’s day 2021!
Crochet hearts
As it is a Valentine’s day themed pattern, it just had to be a heart! Again, yes ;-).
I took my yarn out and played around until I was satisfied. IMHO it’s the k-cutest little heart! It’s a perfect little pattern to try different colourways on and purpose wise the possibilities are also endless. To name a few, what about a romantic garland? A bookmark, an applique?
Drops Safran
You are of course free to use whatever yarn you please, gauge and tension are not important for this project. I used a 3mm hook and Drops Safran cotton yarn. This is yarn spun from combed, long, Egyptian cotton fibers. I love its shine and softness and all the beautiful colors it comes in!
By the way Drops Safran is made in the EU and has a Oeko-Tex® certificate. Excellent!
The Heart Pattern Guide
1. Magic ring, ch4, 5tr, ch2, 5tr, ch4, slst in mr. Fo.
2. Stsc in mr, 5hdc in ch4-sp, 2hdc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts, (hdc, ch2, hdc) in next ch2-sp, hdc in next 4 st, 2hdc in next st, 5hdc in ch4-sp, slst in sc. Fo.
3. Fpsc around sc, sk 1st hdc, 4x2dc, 1x2hdc, 6xsc, (sc,ch2,sc) in chsp,sk 1st st, 6xsc, 1x2hdc, 4x 2dc, slst in sc. Fo.
4. Fpsc around fpsc, BLsc in ea st till ch2-sp, (sc, pic, sc) in ch-2 sp, BLsc in ea st, slst in 1st sc. Fo.
Share Your Creations
I would love to see your beautiful crochet hearts! Share your creations on Instagram and Facebook with the hashtags #kcutestlittleheart and #knotsosquare and spread the love and creativity this Valentine’s Day!
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The K-Christmas Star
As last year I offered you the K-Christmas tree as a free crochet pattern, I’m introducing the K-Christmas star this year! Maybe I can make a nice little Christmas tradition out of it.
You could make several stars and make a Christmas bunting or you could hang them in your Christmas tree. Here they’re lying all over the place to be honest hahaha. Oh, I see one in the tree though!
Glitter yarn
I used only glitter yarn for my stars, Durable Glam to be precise, which made it a little harder to block them. You could vary with other cotton yarn and mix it with a nice glitter to make blocking easier.
The Star Crochet Pattern
Follow the detailed round-by-round instructions to crochet your own dazzling Christmas star. The guide ensures clarity and ease, making the process enjoyable and rewarding.
| Skill level | Easy |
| Materials needed | Glitter yarn Crochet hook 3.5 mm Scissors Yarn needle |
| Yarn used | Durable Glam |
Fasten off after every round.
| Round 1 | Mr, 12 hdc, slst in 1st hdc. |
| Round 2 | Stsc in bl of any hdc and sc in bl in ea hdc, slst in 1st sc. |
| Round 3 | Sthdc in any sc, hdc in same st, (ch 2, 2 hdc) in ea sc around, ch 2, slst in 1st hdc. |
| Round 4 | Stsc in any ch-2 sp, (hdc, dc, ch 3), in same ch-sp, sk 2 hdc (dc, hdc, sc), in next ch-sp, sk 2 hdc, (sc, hdc, dc, ch 3,) in next ch-sp, Rep till end, end last rep at ** , slst in 1st sc. |
| Round 5 | Stsc2tog in any pair of sc’s (in between 2 hdc’s), ch 4, (hdc, pic, hdc) in ch-3 sp, ch 4,*sc2tog in next 2 sc’s *, Rep ** around, end last rep at **, slst in 1st sc. |
Weave in ends and block the star.
Celebrate the Season and Your Crocheted Creation
You’ve just made a twinkle of a star! Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #kchristmasstar and #knotsosquare That would make me brilliantly happy!
Merry Christmas!
The Octopussy Teether
Crochet Teethers
I love making, giving away and selling teethers. They are so comforting for babies when they start teething. Chewing on them gives them relief.
This teether has an extra benefit, the octopussy tentacles! The soft tentacles will remind babies of the umbilical cord and their mother’s womb which might work comforting. Plus they’re great to play with!
For this teether I used 20 grams of Durable double four. My favourite 100% cotton yarn. It comes in the most beautiful colours and I love working with it.
Printable PDF Version
If a printable PDF version of the pattern is preferred, it’s available in the shop. This comprehensive version comes with detailed instructions and helpful images, making your crafting journey smoother.
This pattern is available as a PDF
The pattern
| Skill level | Easy |
| Materials needed | Cotton yarn Wooden ring 70mm Crochet hook Scissors Yarn needle |
| Yarn used | Durable Double four |
| Crochet hook | 4 mm hook Clover amour |
| Row 1 | 15 sc around wooden ring, turn, no turning ch |
| Row 2 | Ch 30, 3 sc in 2nd ch fr hook and ea ch, sk next sc, slst in next sc |
| Ch 25, Rep ** | |
| Ch 30, Rep ** | |
| Ch 20, Rep ** | |
| Ch 30, Rep ** | |
| Ch 25, Rep ** | |
| Ch 30, Rep ** |
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Enjoy Crafting!
Delight in the process of creating this unique teether. And don’t forget to showcase your completed projects on social media platforms using the hashtags #octopussyteether and #knotsosquare.
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The Bobble Heart Knot Square
In 2020 I made the Bobble heart knot so square and posted it as a free pattern to thank you for your support and virtual camaraderie.
Now, in 2022 I remade the square in the colours of the Ukrainian flag to support the people of Ukraine and for you as an extra bonus square to make if you’re doing the #crochetforpeacecal on Instagram.
Let Love Rule <3
Granny squares
I love Granny squares in all sorts and shapes. They are so versatile they make it easy to tackle a bigger project. One square at a time works really well for me. For me it really brings back the mindfulness in my crochet. After one square you have an instant result and that’s so rewarding!
The pattern
Skill level: Easy
Materials needed: Yarn, Crochet hook, Scissors, Yarn needle
Yarn used: Durable cosy fine Plum (249)
For the #crochetforpeacecal I used Scheepjes Softfun Colour 2518 and 2602
Crochet hook: 4 mm hook Clover amour
Special stitch: Bobble stitch (B): (dc4tog, ch1) in same st: crochet 4 double crochet together in the same stitch and finish with a chain 1.
If you would like to make the Bobbles in a different colour, change colour on the last yo of the last sc before the Bobble. Make sure to keep your yarn on the WS.
I just left my yarn hanging to pick it up again when needed. This saves you from having to cut your yarn and weave in all the ends. All the Bobbles are made in the WS.
Turn after every row.
| Row 1 | WS Ch 28, 1 sc in 3rd ch fr hk, sc in 25 ch (26 sc and 1 ch) |
| Row 2 | RS Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in ea sc, sc in ch 1. (26 sc and 1 ch) |
| Row 3-4 | Rep row 3 twice. |
| Row 5 | WS1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 12 sc, B, 12 sc, sc in ch 1 |
| Row 6 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 7 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 10 sc, B, 3 sc, B, 10 sc, sc in ch 1. |
| Row 8 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 9 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 8 sc, B, sc in 7 sc, B, sc in 8 sc, sc in ch 1. |
| Row 10 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 11 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 6 sc, B, sc in 11 sc, B, 6 sc in sc, sc in ch 1. |
| Row 12 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 13 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 5 sc, B, sc in 13 sc, B, sc in 5 sc, sc in ch1. |
| Row 14 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 15 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 3 sc, B, sc in 17 sc, B, sc in 3 sc, sc in ch1. |
| Row 16 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 17 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 3 sc, B, sc in 8 sc, B, sc in 8 sc, B, sc in3 sc, sc in ch1. |
| Row 18 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 19 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 3sc, B, sc in 6 sc, B, sc in 3 sc, B, sc in 6 sc, B, sc in 3 sc, sc in ch1. |
| Row 20 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 21 | Ch 1, sk 1st sc, 1 sc in 5 sc, B, 1 sc in 3sc, B, 1 sc in 5 sc, B, 1 sc in 3 sc, B, 1 sc in 5 sc, sc in ch1. |
| Row 22 | Rep row 3 |
| Row 23 | Ch1, sk 1st sc, 1sc in 7sc, B, 1 sc in 9 sc, B, 1 sc in 7 sc, sc in ch1. |
| Row 24-27 | Rep row 3, do not fasten off. |
| Border | Ch1, turn, sc in ea sc and in ea row end, placing 3sc in ea corner. Join with slst. |
Cut off yarn and weave in ends. Don’t forget to block your knot so square!
The Hestia Dishcloth
Last year I designed a crochet washcloth that I literally use every day to wash my face. Morning and evening! And yes, in combination with Aleppo soap.
Sustainable alternative
To clean my kitchen counter (or the dishes) I wanted a slightly bigger cloth with even more texture.
I needed a sustainable alternative for sponges in my kitchen. Did you know that the scrubby part of most kitchen sponges is made of nylon or polyester, which are not biodegradable? They have a massive carbon footprint, and will sit in your landfill for centuries.
Sometimes I put the sponges in the washing machine but most of the time we threw them away which felt like a waste.
Even using paper towels to clean your kitchen isn’t eco friendly. They are not reusable, can’t be recycled and millions of paper towels end up in landfills each year.
So I was on a mission!
The perfect crochet stitch
In one of my crochet bibles I found a stitch pattern that I thought would be perfect.. (Maybe a crochet pattern using this stitch already exists! It’s just so perfect.)
This pattern has the look of a bobble stitch and thus a lot of texture but all this without the effort. It’s just a question of alternating single crochet and treble crochet stitches. This makes this pattern also suitable for a beginner. Easy does it!
Cotton for crochet
I always use 100% cotton yarn for my cloths because it absorbs fluids but doesn’t hold the water too much as wool does and it doesn’t stretch out so much in water.
And cotton is biodegradable!
PS In Ancient Greek religion, Hestia is the virgin goddess of the hearth, the right ordering of domesticity, the family, the home, and the state.
The Hestia Dishcloth Pattern
| Skill level | easy |
| Materials needed | – Cotton yarn – Crochet hook – Scissors – Yarn needle |
| Yarn used | Durable double four |
| Crochet hook | 5 mm hook Clover amour |
Crochet terms US
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet (UK double crochet) |
| tr | treble crochet (UK double treble crochet) |
| slst | slip stitch |
| st | stitch |
| Row 1 | Ch30, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across, ch1 turn (29) |
| Row 2 | Sc in 1st st, 1 tr in next st, sc in next st Rep** till end, ch1, turn |
| Rows 3-5 | Sc across, ch1, turn |
| Rows 6-27 | Rep row 2-5 |
| Row 28 | Sc across till last st, 3 sc in last st. Do not turn |
| Border | Rotate 90 degrees and sc around with 3sc in ea corner. Do not join but work another round of sc, don’t forget 3sc in ea corner. Slst in 1st sc. |
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Congratulations!
You’ve just made an adorable dishcloth! This cloth is reusable and compostable and a great alternative for plastic or nylon sponges or cloths and paper towels! Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #hestiadishcloth and #knotsosquare That would make me very happy!
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The K-Christmas Tree
This year I’m unusually early crocheting (and designing) my first Christmas ornaments. It’s all got to do with my 6 (nearly 7) year old who is obsessed with Christmas. And it’s contagious! I mean, what’s not to like about lovely lights, warmth and coziness and good food! Next week our Nordmann Christmas tree will be delivered and we’re ready!
The K-Christmas tree
This crocheted Christmas tree is very versatile. You could make a wall-hanging out of it, or crochet several trees and make a Christmas bunting. Or you could hang them in your Christmas tree.
Don’t hesitate to play around with colours!
The pattern
I used a 4mm hook and Durable cosy fine in Dark Mint ( 2133 ).
| Round 1 | Mr, ch 2 , 12 dc in ring, slst in 1st dc (12) |
| Round 2 | Ch 2, 2 dc in ea dc around, slst in 1st dc. (24) |
| Round 3 | Ch 2, dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st Rep ** till end, slst in 1st dc |
| Round 4 | Ch 2 *dc, 2dc, dc, 2dc, ch1, sk1 * Rep ** 5 times, slst in 3rd ch. Cut off yarn. |
| Round 5 | Attach yarn with a slst in any ch1-sp, ch 3, dc in same sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same ch-sp, 7 ch, sc in next ch1-sp, ch 7 # [2dc, ch3, 2dc] in next ch1-sp Rep **1x, rep *# 1x, slst in ch-3. |
| Round 6 | Slst in next dc, slst in ch3-sp, ch 3, dc, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp *ch 6, 2 sc in next ch7- sp, sc in next sc, 2 sc in next ch7- sp, ch 6 # (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next ch3- sp. Rep ** 1x, Rep *#1x, slst in ch-3. |
| Round 7 | Slst in next dc, slst in ch3-sp, ch 3, dc, ch 6, picot in 3rd ch from hook, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp *ch 5, 3 sc in next ch6-sp, sc in ea of next 5 sc’s, 3 sc in next ch6-sp, ch 5 # (2dc, ch 3, 2dc) in next ch3-sp. Rep ** 1x, Rep *# 1x, slst in ch3. Cut off yarn. |
| Trunk | Att yarn to the 1st of the centre 5 sts of the bottom and sc 5, turn, ch 1 and 5 sc Rep **1x |
Cut off yarn, weave in ends and block the tree. I used a bit of starch.
Congratulations! You’ve just made a beautiful Christmas tree! Please follow me on Instagram and share a photo of your work using #kchristmastree and #knotsosquare That would please me greatly!!
Merry Christmas!
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The ‘Bricks Are Heavy’ Scarf
When I was a teenager I was into riot-grrrl and other female rock bands. I loved bands like L7, Bikini Kill and Babes in toyland (You should listen to their version of All by myself. Trust me, it’s something different.)
Anyway, this crocheted chunky scarf is a homage to that period of my life and those girls. My favourite L7 album was called ‘Bricks are heavy’.
As this chunky scarf is pretty heavy (which I love so much when it’s super cold outside) and it’s brick coloured I thought the name would be appropriate enough.
It’s a super easy pattern and it works up incredibly fast. Must say, I love working with a 10mm hook!
I used Katia Artico but you can use any chunky yarn. Gauge is not important at all. Your scarf will only look slightly different. I made it in one colour as I hate weaving in ends plus, ‘less is more’ they say.
My scarf is 28cm wide and a little over 2 metres long, and extremely warm.
The Pattern
Materials needed
- 3 skeins of Katia Artico
- 10mm crochet hook
- scissors
- yarn needle
Ch 26
Dc in 5th ch from hook (first v-stitch)
*Sk 2 sts, v-st (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st* Rep ** till end, turn
*Ch 4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in 1st ch1 sp, v-st in ea v-st till end of row, turn* Rep ** as many times as you wish.
Cut off yarn and weave in ends.
Share the Warmth and Rock On
Have fun making!
And don’t forget to tag your makes on the socials #bricksareheavyscarf #knotsosquare That would make very happy!
The Popcorn Teether
Teething Solutions for Little Ones
Teethers are great when a baby starts teething. Chewing on them gives them relief. They are perfect as a gift or you can sell them on Etsy or a local market.
When I published the Little bear teether pattern I already wrote a blog about teethers and their benefits.
For this teether I used the same yarn, Durable cosy fine. It’s so nice and soft, comes in the most beautiful colours and simply is a pleasure to work with.
This pattern is available as a PDF
The pattern
| Skill level | Easy |
| Materials needed | Cotton yarn Wooden ring 70mm Crochet hook Scissors Yarn needle |
| Yarn used | Durable Cosy Fine |
| Crochet hook | 3,5 mm hook Clover amour |
| Row 1 | 23 sc around wooden ring, turn, no turning ch |
| Row 2 | Slst in next sc, ch 3, bobble stitch in 3rd ch from hook, sk 1 sc, slst in next 2 sts Rep ** 6 times. |
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Share Your Creations!
Once your teether is ready, please remember to share your creation on social media using the hashtags #popcornteether and #knotsosquare.
That would make me super happy!
