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Open Canyon Tunic Crochet Along Week 1

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It’s been an anticipated project that I’ve been excited to share with you.  I think you’ll discover the Open Canyon Tunic is probably one of the easiest garments you’ll crochet.  You’ll have great fun while you’re at it and maybe learn a little along the way.  Come join me and the ELKies to get started today!

Open Crochet Canyon Tunic Full View

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Supply List

  1. Yarnspirations Cotton Cakes, #4 Worsted Weight, 211 yds/100 grams, 60% cotton, 40% acrylic, Colorway shown in photo:  Boho Floral
  2. Sizing:  XS(SM, MED, LG,XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) Skeins Required:  4(4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8)  (If you are one that will want to “make your color change happen exactly the same for both pieces of the garment, you may want to purchase an extra skein).  I highly suggest ensuring you get the same dye lot number for all skeins needed for your project.
  3. I Hook/5.5mm
  4. Tapestry Needle

Gauge:  15 dc and  8 rows = 4″

Abbreviations:
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
rem – remaining
sc – single crochet
st(s) – stitch(es)

Notes:

  • Ch 4 is considered the first dc and ch-1 in the row
  • Ch 3 is considered the first st in the row.  You could try the alternative to the chain 3 for a cleaner look.
  • Ch 1 is not considered the first st in the row/round
  • There is a 4″ positive ease added into this garment as it is designed to be loose fitting.  For example, the XS is 28″ but the finished measurement will be 32″.  If you want a tighter fitting project, you will want to adjust your size accordingly.
  • You will be making two of these pieces and sewing them together, so keep in mind that each piece is only half the size of your finished garment.
  • Keep in mind when creating your sleeves that you have a single crocheting edging which will add close to 1/2″ to the width to the sleeve.

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Schedule

June 16, 2018 – Supply List and Schedule
June 30, 2018 – Week 1 (Current Week)
July 7, 2018 – Week 2
July 14, 2018 – Week 3

Measurement Sizing Chart

Size Chest Chain Count Full Length Sleeve Width
XS 28″ 55 22″ 6″
SM 32″ 63 22″ 6″
MED 36″ 69 22 1/2″ 6.5″
LG 40″ 77 23 1/2″ 7.5″
XL 44″ 85 23 1/2″ 7.5″
2X 48″ 91 24 “ 8″
3X 52″ 99 24 1/2″ 8.5″
4X 56″ 107 25 “ 9″
5X 60″ 115 26″ 10″

Make two (Be sure to read the NOTES section before starting your garment).

Row 1:  Ch 55 (63,69,77,85,91,99,107,115), dc in 4th ch from hook, dc in next ch and each rem ch across, turn. 53 (61,67,75,83,89,97,105,113 dc)

Row 2:  Ch 4 (See Pattern Notes), skip next st, dc in next st, *ch 1, skip next st, dc in next st, repeat from * across, turn. 27(31,34,38,42,45,49,53,57 dc) 26(30,33,37,41,44,48,52,56 ch-1 sps)

Row 3:  Ch 3 (See Pattern Notes), dc in each ch-1 sp and st across, turn.

Repeat Row 2 and 3 until you have reached the full length measurement minus the sleeve width measurement for your size according to the chart listed above ending on an even row (DO NOT FASTEN OFF) (Basically all measurements for the “body” of the tunic is 16″.  This gives a longer body and ends over the hips.  If you want your project to stop right at the hips, you may choose 14-15″ instead.

OR

You can continue working Rows 2 and 3 until you have reached the desired length you want minus the sleeve width as well.  It will depend on how far over the hips you decide you want your project and if you want the slit in the sides.

You’ll see from the above photo that I decided to leave a slit in the side of my project.  It’s a personal choice really, but I felt like it set better on my hips and wanted to try something different.

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Southern Trellis Wrap

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When I attended Creativation last month, you may remember me talking about meeting the fabulous people at Yarnspirations.  They gave me probably 10-11 skeins of the Patons Alpaca Blend yarn.  The first project I made using the yarn was the Iron Mountain Beanie bottom up and top down version.  With so much of the yarn left over, I thought it would be fun to make the Southern Trellis Wrap.  So, let’s remember to thank Yarnspirations on their Facebook page for providing the yarn!

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You certainly need to be sure and check out the yarn because I have another surprise for all the ELKies.  Since Yarnspirations is sponsoring us, they have once again given me a coupon code to share.  Use ELKALPCAWRAP for a 20% discount! Ships to U.S. and Canada only.  Go get your yarn today!  There are 24 colors, so I’m sure you’ll find something perfect for you.

As you can see in the photos, there are a few ways you can wear this elegant design.  I doubled it and wrapped it around me as a test for a scarf.  Oh. My. Goodness.  Talk about it being warm.  I can also see putting on my favorite pair of jeans and boots to wear it as well.  I think whichever way you choose….you’ll look stunning.

Supplies:

  1. Patons Alpaca Blend, #5 Bulky Weight, 60% Acrylic, 22% Wool, 10% Nylon, 8% Alpaca, 155 yards/100g, Colorway: Smoke (7 skeins)
  2. Hook Size:  J/6.omm
  3. Tapestry Needle for Weaving in the ends.

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
dc – double crochet
sc – single crochet
sp(s) – space(s)

Gauge: 14 sc and 14 rows = 4″

Finished Measurement:  65″ x 23″ (I think you’ll love the extra wide version of this wrap)

Special Stitch:
Cluster V-Stitch (Cl V-st): (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc)

Notes: 

  • Ch 1 in the first st is not considered the first sc in the pattern.
  • Ch 3 is considered the first dc in the pattern.
  • Ch is multiples of 4 plus 3

Row 1:  Ch 63, Cl V-st (See Special  Stitch), in 7th ch from hook, skip next 3 ch, *cl v-st, skip next 3 ch*, ending with dc in last ch, turn. (14 Cl V-sts)

Row 2:  Ch 3 (See Pattern Notes), Cl V-st in next ch-3 sp  and each ch 3 sp across ending with dc in top of ch 3, turn.

Rows 3 -72 :  Repeat Row 2 until you’ve reached your desired length.  Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Edging All Around Project:

Round 1:  Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, *ch 3, sc in next ch-3 sp, repeat from *across until the last st, 3 sc in top of ch 3, crochet evenly down the side of the wrap, 3 sc in 1 foundation st, 3 sc in each ch-3 sp, sc in each sc across, 3 sc in last st, crochet evenly up the side of the wrap, sc in first st, join by sl st to next st in first st,

The Next Round is just to complete the last short end of the wrap.

Round 2:  Ch 1, sc in first st, 3 sc in each ch-3 sp and sc in each sc across.  Fasten off.  Weave in the ends.

Short end edgings:

Multiples of 3 plus 1

Row 1:  Ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 5, complete picot in 3rd ch, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, sc in next st.

Repeat Row 1 for other short end of wrap.  Fasten off.  Weave in the ends.

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Iron Mountain Beanie Top-Down Version

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I know many of you love my hats but when I make one from the bottom up like the Iron Mountain Beanie…..you’re requesting for a top-down version.  No need to request this time because I’ve designed the Iron Mountain Beanie Top-Down just for YOU!  If you’ve never tried the Patons Alpaca Blend, now is your chance.  Don’t forget to jump over to Yarnspirations Facebook page and tell them thank you for sponsoring the ELKies!

Iron Mountain Beanie Top Down Version by ELK Studio

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I’m thinking the color you see in the photo will appeal to everyone that has that special girl in your life.  I absolutely love the rich color of the Ultraviolet don’t you?

The Patons Alpaca Blend is a #5 Bulky weight yarn so the project works up rather quickly.  The blend of yarns really helps to create a beautiful stitch definition as you can see in the photo.  It’s one of those feel good type yarns and if you wanted to know if it’s warm.  Emory wore the hat hunting yesterday afternoon and said that was one of the warmest hats I had made for him.

You certainly need to be sure and check out the yarn because I have a surprise for all the ELKies.  Since Yarnspirations is sponsoring us, they have me a coupon code, and I just checked…..the yarn is on SALE!  So, you’ll get the yarn on sale for $5.99 plus use the code ELK20 for a 20% discount! The code expires February 24, 2018.

Go…..check out all 24 colors, pick out a few and start making the Iron Mountain Beanie today. (By the way, I’ve done a top down version coming out too).

Supplies:

  1. Patons Alpaca Blend, #5 Bulky Weight, 60% Acrylic, 22% Wool, 10% Nylon, 8% Alpaca, 155 yards/100g, Colorway: Ultraviolet
  2. Hook Size:  I/5.5mm
  3. Tapestry Needle for Weaving in the ends.

Abbreviations:

blo – back loop only
ch – chain
dc – double crochet
rem – remaining
sc – single crochet
sp(s) – space(s)

Gauge: 12 dc and 6 rows = 4″

Finished Measurement:  20″,22″, 24″

Notes: 

  • Ch 1 in the first st is not considered the first sc in the pattern.
  • Ch 2 in the first st is not considered the first dc in the pattern.
  • When ending Round 8, I suggest that you sl st into the ch-1 sp instead of the first st before you start the next round and each repeat of Round 8.  This is because you are ending the round with a skipped st.  It will leave a slight space when you sl st straight into the first stitch.  I played around and decided to sl st into the ch-1 sp then sl st into the first st to begin Round 8.  It closes up that space and looks much better.  It’s not necessary to do it this way, but you might want to test it out and see if it works well for you.
  • I did not do a round of dc as I normally do in my patterns after the increase rounds.  I went straight to the sc rounds.  If this pulls your hat in tighter than you want, you can easily do a round of the dc before the sc round to help eliminate it closing the hat in too much.

Round 1: Ch 4, join by sl st to first ch to form ring, ch 2 (See Pattern Notes), 12 dc in ring, join by sl st to first st. (12 dc)

Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in first st and each rem st around, join by sl st to first st. (24 dc)

Round 3: Ch 2, dc in first st, 2 dc in next st, *dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, repeat from * around, join by sl st to first st. (36 dc)

Round 4: Ch 2, dc in first st, dc in in next st, 2 dc in next st, *dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, join by sl st to first st. (48 dc) (Small) Skip to Round 7

Round 5: Ch 2, dc in first st, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, *dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, join by sl st to first st. (60 dc) (Medium)  Skip to Round 7

Round 6: Ch 2, dc in first st, dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st, *dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st, join by sl st to first st. (72 dc) (Large)

Round 7: Ch 1 (See Pattern Notes), sc in blo in first st, sc in blo of next st and each rem st around, join by sl st to first st. (48,60, 72 sc)

Round 8:  Ch 1, *(sc,dc) in first st, skip next st, repeat from * around, join by sl st to sl st in previous round, sl st in first st.

Repeat Rounds 7-8, ending on Round 7 until you’ve reach 5″ (Small), (6-6 1/2″) Medium and Large

Brim:

Round 1:  Ch 1, sc in first st, sc in net st and each rem st around, join by sl st to first st.

Rounds 2-5:  Repeat Round 1, Fasten off.  Weave in the ends.

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