Here's the New Lily Ballerina's© Free Frog Hat Patterns©

Here's the New Lily Ballerina's© Free Frog Hat Patterns©





Both hats are child sizes and are easy to make!
Red Heart Yarns Used:
Spring Green
Bright Pink
White

Other Materials:
2 Frog Shaped Buttons 20mm
(I got my buttons at Joann’s Craft Store)
Needle & Matching Threads
Tapestry Needle
 Safety Eyes 15mm (I used Green)
(I got mine from Suncatcher Craft Eyes)

Stitch Marker

Poly-Fill

Hooks Used:
F, J

Abbreviations Used:
st-stitch
sts-stitches
ch-chain
hdc-half double crochet
sc-single crochet
dec-decrease
sk-skip
sl st-slip stitch
wk-work
BLO-back loops only
FLO-Front Loops only
FO-fasten off

To make the Frog hat:
With Spring Green and a J Hook 6.0mm
I used a st marker, I did not join my rows, to me it just looks nicer.
Ch3
Row 1. Wk 9hdc in the 3^rd st from the hook-9sts.
Row 2. 2hdc in each st-18sts.
Row 3. 1hdc, 2hdc in each st-27sts.
Row 4. 1hdc in 2sts, 2hdc in the next st-36sts.
Row 5. 1hdc in 3sts, 2hdc in the next st-45sts.
Row 6. 1hdc in 4sts, 2hdc in the next st-54sts.
Rows 7-17. 1hdc in each st, do not FO yet-54sts.
To make the ear flaps: J Hook
Row 18. 1sc in 12sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 19. dec1, 1sc in 8sts, dec1, ch1& turn.
Row 20. 1sc in 10sts.
Row 21. dec1, 1sc in 6sts, dec1, ch1 & turn.
Row 22. 1sc in 8sts.
Row 23. Dec1, 1sc in 4sts, dec1, ch1 & turn.
Row 24. 1sc in 6sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 25. dec1, 1sc in 2sts, dec1, ch1 & turn.
Row 26. 1sc in 4sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 27. dec1, dec1, ch1 & turn.
Row 28. dec1 and FO.
To make the 2^nd ear flap:
Leave about 20sts in the front part of the hat, attach yarn.
Repeat rows 18-28 and FO.
With Bright Pink Yarn
Wk 1sc in each st around the entire hat including both ear flaps and FO. 
To make the frog eyes: make 2 with White Yarn and F Hook

Ch2
Row 1. Wk 6sc in the 2^nd st from the hook.
Row 2. 2sc in each st-12sts.
Row 3. 1sc, 2sc in the next st-18sts.
Row 3. 1sc in 2sts, 2sc in the next st-24sts.
Row 4. 1sc in 3, 2sc in the next st-30sts.

Change to Spring Green Yarn

Row 5. 1sc in the BLO in each st.
Row 6. 1sc in each st around.
Row 7. 1sc in 3, dec1, around.
Row 8. 1sc in 2, dec1, around.

 

Attach safety eyes to the white eye piece.

Row 9. 1sc in 1, dec1 around.
Stuff eyes lightly
Dec sts until closed and FO.

 

Attach the Spring Green Yarn:
Evenly wk 1sc in the FLO in 12sts and FO.
Sew the eyes on top of the hat.

To make the cheeks: make 2 with Bright Pink Yarn and F Hook

Ch2

Row 1. Wk 6sc in the 2^nd st from the hook.

Row 2. 2sc in each st-12sts.
Row 3. 1sc, 2sc in the next st, FO-18sts.



To make the Newsboy style Hat: J Hook
Repeat rows 1-17, adding an extra row if needed.
Turn the hat right side out and make the brim:
Row 1. In the FLO wk 1sc in 2sts, *1hdc in 1st, 2hdc in the next st* repeat in the next 16sts, 1sc in 2sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 2. dec1, 1hdc in 32sts 1, dec1, ch1 & turn.
Rows 3-4. Repeat row 2 and FO.
Attach Bright Pink Yarn:
Wk 1sc around entire hat and FO.

To make the band above the brim: J Hook

Ch26
Row 1. 1sc in each st, ch2 & turn.
Button size of 20mm (You do not have to make button holes, you can just crochet
the band straight across).
Row 2. Sk 2sts wk 1sc in the 3^rd st, 1sc in 21sts, ch2 sk 2sts wk 1sc in the last st, ch1 & turn.
Row 3. Wk 1sc in each st across and FO.
Sew buttons in place just above the brim.

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A Great Get Away: The Collins Inn & Seaside Cottages In Ocean Shores

My husband and I just had our 33rd Wedding Anniversary and

it went by so fast we really didn't even celebrate it...our daughter and her

husband and their beautiful baby came for a visit...right after they

left we decided to do something special for ourselves...I was on my computer

(I swear that's where I live) I found a really beautiful Inn in Ocean Shores...

so I showed my husband and he dusted off his motorcycle and a way we went.

Here are some of the pictures of the beautiful Inn we stayed at.





This is how you are greeted upon arrival at

The Collins Inn & Seaside Cottages

They make you feel so welcomed the moment you step inside!

 This bar is unbelievable sitting next to it is

a huge aquarium.

The front room is gorgeous with this beautiful White Baby Grand Piano 

sitting on these gorgeous floors...truly stunning! 

The kitchen is a dream...everything you could possibly want

is in this kitchen!

A wine cellar that fits perfectly under the staircase.

 Parts of the ceiling are done in this beautiful copper...the

effect is truly amazing!

Everything in the Inn is truly unique and beautiful.

 There are some very whimsical pieces along with some

absolutely beautiful pieces of art.

At the top of the staircase there's a landing with

a telescope pointed out at the water.

 

In the Inn there are 5 rooms and each room has a name...we stayed in the

Pacific Room, there is the Sonora Room, Spiaggia Room, Turret Room

 and the Wine Room...all of the rooms are beautiful

and each one is special...but the Turret Room has a bed that is

unbelievable and when we go back I want to stay in that room!

 

The jetted tub was wonderful...I could of stayed in there forever!

Jim & Rose really know how to treat their guest.

There's a fireplace in each room!

 Each room has his & her robes, wine glasses, candles and chocolates.

I had so much fun looking at the books and reading

 some of the diaries from past guest.

 The shower was amazing with the big sprayer above and 4 sprayers below,

2 on each side...you can take your wine in there and

sit on the seat and just enjoy!

 Which I did!

In the morning a wonderful breakfast is served...which can be

eaten in your room or down stairs in the dining area! 

Rose made a homemade Hollandaise Sauce for the Eggs Benedict that was so good, and the Belgian Waffle with Strawberries and Cream were just wonderful.



If you are looking for a weekend away... this is it!

So leave the kids and dog at home because this is play time for the adults!

Here's the link: http://www.collinsinn.com/

Thank You Rose & Jim

We Will Be Back!

Connie

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Free Snowman Crochet Hat Pattern©

Free Snowman Crochet Hat Pattern©

By Connie Hughes Designs©

With fall just around the corner I decided to make a nice and soft warm hat...
I got and early start this year...I love sharing fun and cute patterns with you...
So here's a cute snowman hat pattern...I'm sure you'll recognize him...hope you'll enjoy making him as much as I did...Happy Crocheting Everyone, Connie

 

"Free Snowman Hat Pattern©"

Hat Size: Child & Teen

Pattern Level: Easy
This hat is crocheted in the round

 Stitches used in pattern:

Half Double Crochet
Single Crochet

Hooks used in pattern:

J/6.0mm
F/3.75mm
C/2.75mm

Yarns used in pattern:
1 Roll of Lion Brand Yarn Jiffy in White Bulky #5
(Sm. Amount of Reg. White to make the tooth)
Dark Brown
Light Blue
Orange

Other Materials used in pattern:

Needle & Matching Threads
2 ½” Buttons (for the eyes)
(Sm. Amount of Poly Fill (for the nose)
Stitch Marker

Abbreviations used in the pattern:

dec-decrease (all decreasing sts are single crochet)
hdc-half double crochet
BLO-back loops only
FLO-front loops only
sc-single crochet
FO-fasten off
st-stitch
sts-stitches
wk-work
ch-chain

To make the hat: with a J hook and Lion Brand Yarn Jiffy in white

Ch2                    
Row 1. Wk 9hdc in the 2nd st from the hook. (do not join, use a st marker)
Row 2. 2hdc in each st around-18sts.
Row 3. 1hdc, 2hdc in the next st, around-27sts.
Row 4. 1hdc in 2sts, 2hdc in the next st, around-36sts.
Row 5. 1hdc in 3sts, 2hdc in the next st, around-45sts.
Row 6. 1hdc in 4sts, 2hdc in the next st-54sts.
Row 7. 1hdc in 5sts, 2hdc in the next st-63sts.
Row 8. 1hdc in each st around-63sts.
Rows 9-18. 1hdc in each st around-63sts. (Do not FO)
To make the 1^st ear flap:
Row 19. Wk1sc in 2sts, 1sc in the next 12sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 20. dec1, 1sc in 8sts, dec1, ch1 & turn-10sts.
Row 21. 1sc in each st, ch1 & turn-10sts.
Row 22. dec1, 1sc in 6, dec1, ch1 & turn-8sts.
Row 23. 1sc in each st, ch1 & turn.
Row 23. dec1, 1sc in 4sts, dec1, ch1 & turn-6sts.
Row 24. 1sc in each st, ch1 & turn.
Row 25. dec1, 1sc in 2, dec1, ch1 & turn-4sts.
Row 26. 1sc in each st, ch1 & turn.
Row 27. dec1, dec1, ch1 & turn-2sts.
Row 28. dec1 and FO.

To make the 2^nd ear flap:

Skip 21sts in the front of hat, wk rows 19-28 again and FO.
With a J hook attach brown yarn in any st and wk 1sc in each st around the entire hat including both ear flaps and FO.

To make the eyes: with an F hook and white yarn (make 2)
Ch2
Row 1. 6sc in the 2^nd st from the hook.
Row 2. 2sc in each st-12sts.
Row 3. 1sc, 2sc in the next st around-18sts.
Row 4. 1sc in 2sts, 2sc in the next st, FO-24sts
Attach brown yarn in any st with a C hook
Wk1 sl st in the BLO in 12sts and FO.
To make the eyebrows: with a C hook and brown yarn (make2)
Ch13
Row 1. 1sc in 9sts, 2sc, 1sc in the last 2sts and FO.
Row 2. 1sc in 2, 2sc, 1sc in 9sts and FO.
Sew the brows just slightly above the eyes.

To make the carrot nose: with orange yarn and F hook
Ch2
Row 1. Wk 3sc in the 2^nd st from the hook.
Row 2. 1sc in each st-3sts.
Row 3. 1sc, 2sc in the next st-9sts
Row 4. 1sc in each st-9sts.
Row 5. 1sc, 2sc in the next st, around-13sts.
Row 6. 1sc in each st-13sts.
Row 7. 1s, 2sc in the next st-19sts.
Row 8. 1sc in each st-19sts.
Rows 9-15. Repeat row 8 and FO.
Stuff the tip well and lightly stuff the rest of the nose.
Sew in place under the eyes.
 To make the mouth: with light blue and F hook
Ch9
Row 1. 1sc in 8sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 2. 2sc, 1sc in 6, 2sc, ch1 & turn.
Row 3. 1sc in 10sts.
Row 4. 2sc, 1sc in 8, 2sc, ch1 & turn.
Row 5. 1sc in 12sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 6. 2sc, 1sc in 10, 2sc, ch1 & turn.
Row 7. 1sc in 14sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 8. 2sc, 1sc in 12sts, 2sc, ch1 & turn.
Row 9. 1sc in 16sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 10. 2sc, 1sc in 14, 2sc, ch1 & turn.
Row 11. 1sc in 18sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 12. 2hdc in 2sts, 1sc in 14sts, 2hdc in next 2sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 13. 3hdc in 3sts, 1sc in 16sts, 2hdc in the next 3sts, ch1 and wk 1sc
around the entire mouth and FO.

Attach white yarn and wk 1sc in the BLO all the way around.
Join with a sl st, ch1, wk 1sc in the FLO in each st and FO.
To make the tooth in the front: with regular white yarn

Row 1. Attach white yarn to the FLO of the blue in 8sts, (in the center) ch1 & turn.
Rows 2-3. Repeat row 1 and FO.
Sew the front white part that’s around the mouth down slightly over the tooth.
 To make the hair on top of the head: with brown yarn and C hook
This is all one piece: Ch25, 1^st strand: wk 1sl st in each ch st, ch18, and repeat, ch17, repeat, ch21, repeat. You can attach the yarn near the top of one of the strands and ch5, repeat and FO.
Sew it to the top of the hat.
Finish off the hat by making long braids on each ear flap.

Do you ever get the feeling that your losing a piece of yourself?

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Viking Helmet Hat Pattern©

"Viking Helmet Hat Pattern©"

By Connie Hughes Designs©

This pattern is easy to follow and really fun to make...perfect
for Halloween or for warmth in the winter time!


 A customer shared a picture of the Viking hat she made with her
bearded addition...she really made it her own...good job Paula &
thanks for sharing!

If you've got a gamer in the house who love's his video games...he'll love this hat!

 This hat is for teen to adult!

The pattern is available at Connie's Spot© Shop at the link below: