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And speaking of magic, don't miss out on our collection of free patterns, including the La Vie En Rose Headband! At DGY, we're all about sharing the joy of crafting, and our free patterns are a testament to that spirit. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting, you'll find inspiration in our ever-growing library of free patterns. So, grab your yarn, your needles/hook, and let your creativity run wild!
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La Vie En Rose Knit Headband
Skill Level: Intermediate
By: Darn Good Yarn
Materials:
- 1 50g skein of DK Weight Herbal Dyed Recycled Yarn
- 5 mm knitting needles
- Button
- Tapestry Needle and Scissors
Abbreviations:
- CO: Cast On
- ST/S: Stitch/es
- K: Knit
- P: Purl
- M: Make
- K2tog: Knit two together
- BO: Bind Off
Pattern Notes
- Gauge: 12 stitches x 10 rows = 3.5 x 2 inches
- Finished Dimensions: Approximately 3.5 inches wide by 19 inches long (before edges are attached with button)
- Pattern can be adjusted to removing or adding seed stitch rows to the preferred head size
- Stitch counts per row are in <brackets>
• If you need assistance with the buttonhole in the final rows, find an instructional video on our Youtube channel: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBSP3aQVnA8&t=79s • Blocking: To block, use a water and white vinegar solution to help keep your colors bright and minimize any bleeding. - If you need assistance with the buttonhole in the final rows, see the instructional video below
- Blocking: To block, use water and white vinegar solution to help keep your colors bright and minimize any bleeding
The Pattern
- CO: 3
- Row 1: K across <3>
- Row 2: k, M2, k to end <5>
- Row 3: k across <5>
- Row 4: K3, M2, k to end <7>
- Row 5: K across <7>
- Row 6: K4, M2, k to end <9>
- Row 7: K across <9>
- Row 8: K5, M2, k to end <11>
- Row 9: K across <11>
- Row 10: K6, M1, k to end <12>
- Row 11: *k1, p1* <12>
- Row 12: *p1, k1* <12>
- Row 91: K, k2tog, k to end <11>
- Row 97 (one row button hole): k2, BO2, K2 <4>
- Row 98: K2, CO 2, k2 <6>
- Row 99: K across <6> Row 100: k2tog, k2, k2tog <4>
- Row 101: BO
Finishing Off
Secure button to opposite end of headband.
Weave in loose ends with your tapestry needle. Button the headband and you're good to go!
La Vie En Rose Crochet Headband
Skill Level: Easy
By: Darn Good Yarn
Materials:
- 1 50g skein of DK Weight Herbal Dyed Recycled Yarn
- 4.5 mm Crochet Hook
- Tapestry Needle and Scissors
Abbreviations:
- Ch: Chain
- SC: Single Crochet
- ST(S): Stitch(es)
- DC: Double Crochet
Pattern Notes:
- Gauge: 3 stitches x 3 rows = 3 x 3 inches
- Finished Dimensions: Approximately 3 inches wide by 17 inches long (before edges are sewn together)
- Stitch counts per row are in <brackets>
- Blocking: To block, use a water and white vinegar solution to help keep your colors bright and minimize any bleeding
The Pattern
CH 11
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd chain from your hook. Sc into every stitch, all the way to the end. Ch 3, turn work
- Row 2: 1 dc in 3rd st from hook. *Skip 2 sts, 3 dc in the next st *. Repeat from the * to * until 3 sts remain. Skip 2 sts, 2 dc into the last st. Ch 3, turn work
- Row 3: *3 dc into the space between dc clusters* Repeat from the * to * all the way to the end. 1 dc in the top of “Ch 3” from previous row. Ch 3, turn work
- Row 4: 1 dc in the same st *3 dc in the next space between dc clusters. Repeat from the * all the way to the end. 2 dc in the top of “ch 3” from previous row. CH 3, turn work
Repeat row 3 – 4 until you reach your desired length.
Finishing Off
Cast off leaving long tail. Whip stitch the ends together. Weave in loose threads.
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