Category: General


Nov
2023

Top Down Nirvana Beanie

categories: General

Happy Fall everyone! I know it’s been way to long since my last post. Lots going on for sure. I’ll share when I’m able to.
I just finished a long awaited video. Way to long, but here we go! I made the Nirvana Beanie a few years ago and the pattern starts with the brim. Many in our Facebook Group wanted the Top Down version and I figured it out. For those that are visual learners I’ve finally finished the video. Which I’ll be posting today. The link will be here as well.

So without further ado…….The Nirvana Beanie (Top-down Version)



I’ve been in LOVE with how this beanie turned out when I created it a few years back. I love the texture. The photo shows the Slouchy version. I used Red Heart with Love yarn.

In the video I’m using “I Love this Yarn” and I made a fitted version. You can get 2 beanies out of 1 skein of yarn. I have yet to make a slouchy version out of this brand of yarn but I plan on it.

I’ll share pictures of the other beanies I’ve made on another post. I’ve only made about 10 or 11. Yes, been busy hooking!

Here is the Pattern: TOP DOWN NIRVANA BEANIE
Pattern directions are for Slouchy style, video is fitted.



Here is the video to make this Beanie:

Left-handed Top down Nirvana video

I hope you enjoy making this beanie as I have. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. I’ve got more projects coming your way. I’m actually obsessed with making Hexagon Cardigans right now as well. They are so fun to make, addicting and so many color choices!

Until next time Happy Hookin’!

Yvonne



Jul
2020

Happy Friday!

categories: General

Good Morning! I know long time no post! First and foremost I want to say that I hope everyone is staying safe out there. Wow crazy times right now.

To say that things for me here in 2020 have been crazy, as I’m sure it has been for most, I started mine off with lots of crazy in January. Can we say “Slab Leak”? Been dealing with that since January, had it fixed in February then another leak, YES, another one which took us into all the madness of Covid-19. Now? Another leak same area different spot. Let’s just say this new one will hopefully be the last of 2020. Should be fixed next week!

So besides dealing with water issues, since all this started I’ve also been making and donating masks here in my local community to Hospitals, Medical Offices and local organizations. I’ve also added masks to my Etsy shop to be able to help with supplies to keep donating. To say that my sewing machine and I have been super close lately is an understatement! LOL! I do come up for to breath though. (below some of the masks I’ve made)

 

Like most people I lost my job that I just started in February. Lucky my husband still has his as his job is essential. Super thankful for that.

Since making masks all my other crafts have been put on hold. I finally crocheted a few beanies last night! I’ll be starting my YouTube videos again as I get things organized in my craft room which looks like a tornado hit it. I’ll also be blogging more too!

Well I better get started organizing my craft room! Hope you all have a great weekend. Thanks for stopping by and stay safe out there!

Happy Crafting!
Yvonne Metz

 

 


Feb
2020

KnitCrate share

categories: General

Happy Wednesday All! It’s been a few days since I shared anything. Everybody has been sick around me! Thought I wasn’t going to get it again BUT ended up with another sinus infection! UGH! I’ve still got it a little bit but feeling much better today! I just wanted to pop on here and Share my January KnitCrate Box with you all! I just LOVE it!

I’ve done a few reviews when I started getting these Kits a few years ago and they don’t disappoint. They’ve been coming with a little extra goody inside as well! I do have to say I’m loving the new Pattern Booklet as well! In a few days I’ll show you last month’s kit as I’m going to be making that Scarf pattern it came it! LOVE it and the Yarn! I have to say I have NOT been disappointed with yarn either! So YUMMMY!

I’m loving Brooklyn Boy Knits! How awesome is that!  I think I just love when men knit/crochet in general.

The yarn is a great color as well!  I remember when his video went viral. 


Here is what came in the kit! I LOVE this color combination! How cute is that little Beanie?  This kit is a KnitCrate Membership. They also have a  Sock Crate Membership as well. Patterns are all in the booklet for either membership. They also have a Crochet/Knit patterns as well!  Not bad for the price.  The yarn alone is $24.00 each.  I can’t wait to make something with this yarn! 
If you want to see what KnitCrate has to offer check them out here!  KnitCrate

Well that’s it for now. I’m working on things to share later. I’m getting videos lined up just waiting for my voice to come back. 

As always thank you for stopping by until next time Happy Crafting!

Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.


Dec
2019

Happy Holidays

categories: Crocheted Hats, General

Happy Friday everyone!  Hoping your Holidays where spent well! I so enjoyed my time with Family & Friends!

Well before Christmas I shared a few things in our FB Book Group one of them was a New Beanie Pattern I came up with!  I KNOW I don’t do patterns and I honestly have NO idea what has gotten into me lately.  But this pattern was in my head and finally made it on to my Hook.  Super pleased with the results.  I’m working on a pattern as I just jotted everything down and will share once it’s done.

Here is the 1st Beanie – Now to come up with a name for it.  I thought it looked kinda Grungy and the 1st thing that came to mind was “Nirvana”.   So funny as when I mention to the Group about having a hard time coming up with the name, the first comment was this exact thing. Great minds think alike! But then there were a few other names so I’m going to think about them and do a Poll and see which one wins.

Stay tuned as I’ll be sharing more photos AND other things I was working on before Christmas as well.   Of course I’ll be making more videos.  This one being one of them for sure.

Thanks for stopping by and as always,

Happy Crafting,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.


Dec
2019

Crochet Ribbed Pom Pom Scarf Tutorial & Video

categories: General

Hey Guys! Well I’m back to share yet another super cute and easy project with you all! Talk about beginner friendly? This Pom Pom Scarf has that written all over it! Perfect project for binge watching your favorite show!
I made this one using Loops & Thread Charisma Yarn it’s a Bulky #5 yarn. I used 3 skeins. I know I used 2 full ones for the scarf and needed the other one for the Pom Poms.  
I know I can squeeze a Twisted Ribbed Headband out of this as well. 

As I mentioned above the pattern is Super Easy and Beginner Friendly for sure.  Video is posted below as well. Again working in a Ribbing style pattern. I really LOVE how this turned out. I made this one awhile back and am just now getting back into. (Been going through my WIP bag)
So below are the things that I used.  (Amazon affiliate)

Materials:
Yarn:  #5 Loops & Thread Charisma (3) Michaels
Hook:  L 8.00 mm –  https://amzn.to/336K9EO
Clover Amour Set – https://amzn.to/307BmWl
Yarn Needle:  https://amzn.to/2O905lw
Pom Pom Makers –
Large Pom Pom Maker – https://amzn.to/2DvZ40y
Jumbo Pom Pom Maker – https://amzn.to/35mZCSw
Stitch Markers (Optional) – https://amzn.to/2NfbHnC
Measuring tape

Pattern – RIbbed Pom Pom Scarf

That’s all I have for now!  Thank you so much for stopping by! Until next time…
Happy Craftin’,

Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.

 


Nov
2019

Rib-Twisted Crochet Headband

categories: General

Happy Friday All! Well I’ve got another great beginner friendly, fun and EASY project! Need a stash buster project? This is the one for you!

These Headbands with a Twist have been going around like crazy in our Crochet FB Group. So fast and easy to make. These directions were shared by a Member in our group, THANK YOU Tracy Gibson!! So super easy to follow.

I’ve also made a video for those that are visual learners. You’ll see it below. Now on to the directions!

Materials:
Yarn:  #4 Worsted Yarn Red Heart w/Love Olive – https://amzn.to/2KEgpIH
Hook:  I 5.5mm – https://amzn.to/300H0JM or
J 6.00 mm – https://amzn.to/35ttRa3
Yarn Needle – https://amzn.to/2O905lw
Measuring Tape

Abbreviations:

CH – Chain
HDC – Half Double Crochet
BLO – Back Loop Only

This Easy and Gorgeous Adult size Headband can be done with ANY Yarn. You are basically going by measurements.  Which means you can make any size you’d like.

Gauge: Really not necessary BUT this is what I got

15 HDC = Approx 4 ¼”
10 Rows = 4 ¼ “

Pattern:
Ch 70 or size you need for your head. This measured about 18 ½” my head measures 21” This will stretch so it was perfect.

Row 1:  working in the bump, HDC in 3rd ch from hook and in each across, ch 1, turn (68)

Row 2:  working in BLO, HDC x 68, ch1, turn (68)

Row 3-10: Repeat Row 2, ch 1 (Mine measured at 4 ¼ at this point. If you’d like it longer then keep going.

Finish Off and leave a tail for sewing.

For the Twist – I followed this Tutorial
How to Sew a Twist on Crocheted Headbands https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhuUlJqnDRk&t=74s

That’s all there is to this headband hope you enjoyed – Please do not sell this pattern as your own. It was shared freely. You may sell what you make with it.  The PDF is in our FB Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/603800456472001/

Enjoy & Happy Headband Makin’ – The Video is Below!  If you have any questions please ask!  Thanks for stopping by!  Yvonne


Oct
2019

Love Graph Beanie

categories: General, Pattern

Hey All! Hope your week is off to a good start! It’s been pretty busy around here! Working on so many different things! I’ve got lots to share this week as I’ve been on a video making mission!

If you are in our Facebook Group then you already know the popularity of the Graph Beanies! It all started with a Coffee Beanie! Then exploded to Mocha, Latte, Fighter and LOTS more! So here is the “Love” Beanie. It was the one that was voted on to make next AND to have a video made of it. Which is done! Thanks to Diana & Lynn for helping with the Graph!

This is my 1st attempt at this type of Beanie and also using the Waistcoat stitch! Which is also known as the Knit stitch.  You can kinda see in the letters that it looks knitted.

So I’m sharing the pattern here with you all and I’ll also be posting the video when it’s done.  Thinking later tonight.  But for sure tomorrow. 

**UPDATE Video has been added below. Also just to note since this hat was made using a #5 Bulky yarn I was able to fit the words perfectly on the front.   Now you can use a #4 yarn (I plan on making one using #4 soon) but since the yarn is thinner your outcome will be different.  I’m just learning this Graph stuff but will share my tips & tricks along the way. 

Materials used: (amazon affiliate)
Yarn: Loops & Thread Charisma #5
Hook: Clover Amour Size L/8mm – https://amzn.to/336K9EO
Clover Extra Large Pom Pom Maker – https://amzn.to/2MkJskl
Yarn Needles – https://amzn.to/2O905lw

Love Graph Beanie Rev1

The pattern was updated to add a few things included a chart for left-handed crocheters. If you find any errors please let me know.  I am by no means a pattern writer at all. Just do my best to share what I did.

Lefty Video below


 

If you want to join our group on Facebook Click here:  FB Group

As always thanks for stopping by!
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.


Jul
2019

Just had to share

categories: General

Happy Wednesday everybody! Wow this summer seems to be flying by fast! I’ll soon be going back to school shopping with my Son! YIKES! So I’ll have to enjoy the last few weeks. We really need to hit the beach!

I just wanted to share a few things with you all! I know most of you crocheters know Sara Zimmerman from her Repeat Crafter Me blog. Well she’s shared for FREE so many wonderful patterns over the years. Gosh I’ve been following her since before her baby girl was born!

Anyway her patterns are wonderful and super easy to follow. She has published a few books now. The 1st is Corner to Corner Lap Throw (which I have) and the other will be coming out soon “Crochet Cute Critters” both links below and her 2nd book you can pre-order. The price just went down from $16.99 to $12.15! You won’t be disappointed. (affiliate link below)

Thank you for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!
Yvonne Metz


May
2019

Happy Mother’s Day

categories: General

Wanted to first wish All the Mom’s who read my Blog a very Happy Mother’s Day!
I know it’s been way to long since I posted anything. Work has been busy and Mom, Grandma stuff has been good busy as well!

My last post was that of a give a way – Well there was a winner BUT she never responded SO I’m going to have to pick another winner so stay tuned for that one! Also I’ll be back making more crochet videos very soon. I’ve got a few things on my hook that I’d like to share with you all! So come back soon.

Last but not leas look what I found! Some cute crochet earrings made in California! I’ll share the link to those. Next to yarn these are a great Momma’s day gift for crocheters or even knitters. YES she’s got some Knitting ones too!

Have a great rest of your Mother’s day and until next time…..
Happy Craftin’!
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.

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