New Hat (ARS Intersession)

For my school's 2019 Intersession, I joined the Getting Cozy one where all we did was watch movies and knit or crochet. I had an amazing time touching up on my knitting and crochet at the time. I even made 2 new friends. I started this blue hat with some yarn I bought from hobby lobby. I used a ribbed hat pattern I learned last year and I think it looks pretty nice.

Another eye-balled pattern. This is the first hat I've made in a very long time!

Christmas Crochet

If you want help or want to know how to crochet a hat, just ask.

Junior year

Howdy friends!

Junior year has now begun, and I'm already exhausted from school. I might have to put a hold on crocheting for now, but once I get inspired, I'll post something cool. Check out my English blog if you're interested in my writing, which would probably be nobody because no one looks at this blog.

Also, make sure to stay in touch with my PINTEREST PAGE! I post nice interesting things there.

Thinking about the Future

This afternoon, I was in the car with my mom heading back home from Sonic, when I thought of an interesting idea. Lately, I have been feeling down and unmotivated to do anything, and I want to know how I can get that inspirational spark back this summer. During the last school year, I felt like if only I had time to do this and if only I had time to do that, but now its summer and I got all this time, and I haven't done much of what I wanted to do. I did, in fact, finish reading a book under a month, and I finished making my friends hat, but I still haven't given it to her and I feel so bad about it! Plus I want to at least make a buck or two this summer.

But for now.......

I am fully charged and ready to tackle all my goals. I just started and energy boosting diet and I reorganized my yarn basket yesterday. Boy, you should've seen it. It was pretty bad, and now I double take it sometimes because it was so bad before.

But anyway, my idea today was to think about starting crochet classes. Now, I've been thinking about this for a pretty long time, but then another thought gets in the way or I lose that motivation just like that. My idea was that I could not only teach kids to crochet, but I can teach adults who maybe want to gain their hobby back or make something for their friends or family. I have to work hard if I really want that dream to come true, I just need to believe in myself and know that I am STRONG and capable for anything I want to keep my mind too.

So, moral of the story: Process takes time and motivation. Take that time to motivate yourself to project that perfect idea you have. If you got it, SHOW IT! Not to be pushy or anything. 😊

Therefore, this week I want to make something other than a hat. I'll make a blanket or a backpack or something. I found a few cool patterns on youtube that I think I want to try. I'll touch base on what I decide to do.

Ideas:

https://www.mooglyblog.com/leapingstripes-blocks-blanket-crochet/#comment-559420

Finished New hat

I decided to make a smaller purple hat because the first one I made was a little too big.
Took me no time! I also experimented with the stitches by making a smaller chain instead of the recommended number of chains.

Here's the original pattern: http://littlemonkeyscrochet.com/malia-beanie/

New Pattern!

Howdy!

Tonight, I am going to start this beautiful hat and maybe even the shawl. Now that I'm full of inspiration and corn chips, I feel mighty and motivated to finish this hat next week. From what I saw on Pinterest, it looked like the people who posted that they tried the pattern and they all said it was an enjoyable process. This pattern is definitely out of my comfort zone, but I'm not afraid to take the challenge. As long as I'm getting something good out of it.

I'm going to be using yellow yarn and my favorite crochet for this pattern. My goal is to get the hat done by next week. Wish me luck! Just kidding. No one even looks at this blog anyway.

New Hat - FINISHED

Howdy!

I finally finished that blue hat I've been making for what it seems like a year. I really like the fit and style of this one because the front-post-double-crochet adds a nice texture and cushion to the hat. My friend ordered this hat during the last week of school, and she told me that she wanted a pom pom on the top. So I need to add that on the hat before she gets it. I will definitely make more of these in the future.

New Hat

This week, I am making a blue front post double crochet hat for my friend before she leaves school next week. I owed her this hat since 9th grade, so I'm trying to hurry and make it for her. I will send an update on how it looks when I'm done!

Birthday Bundle

I had a wonderful birthday on Monday! My family and I went to a new Chinese buffet in town and the food was delicious. Before the dinner, I had to go to school and perform a winter guard performance in front of the whole school. It was very nerve-wracking, but it wasn't like I haven't done it before.

I got so many birthday gifts, I feel so spoiled! My mom tried to give me 16 gifts for my 16th birthday, and so far they all have the phrase SWEET 16 on it. I know turning 16 is a big deal, but I guess I haven't felt the excitement yet. 

I am so thankful for the presents that all my friends and family gave me. I want to thank all my friends for giving me yarn! I love yarn and I always get excited when I see it! I can't wait to make something with them. I also got a Hobby Lobby gift card, which I'm really excited to use. All I need is time, but I'm still looking forward to shopping. Sometime soon, I'm going to have to attack the yarn stack in the corner of my room. It's making my room look super unorganized. Maybe I should start looking for a yarn organizer.

Secret Santa Gift

Happy Holidays!

This hat was a gift (and pay-back) for one of my best friends. The burgundy color and pom style was her choice, but I noticed the ribbed-style is pretty popular in clothing stores and retail. Luckily, my friend doesn't have to pay a dime for her favorite and authentic hats!

One thing I enjoyed from making this hat is that I used no references. I got frustrated with the first Ribbed Beanie Pattern, so I decided to let loose and see what I could create. In fact, it turned out to be a success! I didn't get a chance to talk to about it to my best friend, but I know she loves it. I've made her a similar beanie in 8th grade for homecoming, which also looked nice.

Below is the little pattern for this beanie. Unfortunately, I didn't take any pictures, so this pattern may not be helpful for all beginners. Although, this pattern was very simple and took me about one day to make; without interruptions. Best of all, this hat was super simple and easy to make, so I definetly encourage everyone to try this pattern!

Sweet Ribbed Beanie by Tianna

Abreviations: Double crochet- dc, Chain- ch, stitch- st

Materials:

• One skein of Yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver burgundy)
• Scissors
• 5.5 mm crochet hook (5.0 and 6.0 will also work just as fine)
• Yarn Needle (Optional)

Pattern:

STEP 1: Chain 33

STEP 2: Begin your first row by inserting one dc in the 3rd ch from the hook. Insert one dc in each chain all the way to the last. Then, ch 2 and turn.

STEP 3: Row 2; Insert one dc in the back of the first st from the hook. Then, insert one dc in every back st until the last st (not the ch2 from the last row). Ch 2 and turn.

STEP 4: Repeat Step 3 for rows 3-53, or until your desired length. Keep in mind that the more rows you make, the wider your hat will be. 54 rows will fit the average juniors/womens head size (22 in).

STEP 5: Fast off and cut the excess string.

STEP 6: Sew both of the shortest ends of the large rectangle of dc evenly together with your yarn needle or crochet hook.

STEP 7: Weave in a long piece of yarn into the top or bottom edge of the hat. I find it easier to weave the string as if  I am making a drawstring bag. Tie all loose ends and weave them into the stitches.

STEP 8: Well done! You finished the hat! For the Pom, I recommend using this tutorial.

ENJOY!

Engineering final Hat: Easy Double Crochet beanie.