Halloween Eyeball Granny Square

 

Get into the Halloween spirit with a creepy yet charming crochet project: the Halloween eyeball granny square! This whimsical design features a classic granny square pattern adorned with a meticulously crocheted eyeball motif at its center. Using bright whites, eerie greens, and bloodshot reds, each square comes to life with its own unique personality. Whether you're crafting a spooky blanket, festive pillow covers, or even playful coasters, these eyeball granny squares are sure to add a touch of handmade charm to your Halloween decor. Crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels will enjoy creating these eye-catching squares, perfect for adding a delightful fright to your home this season!

Overview:

• Skill level: Easy.
• Instructions style: written instructions + charts.

Check out my other Halloween granny squares: 

Haunted harvest | Bats

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Materials: 

• Suggested yarn: D.M.C Happy Cotton, 0.7 oz (20 g), 47 yards (43 m), or any cotton yarn in the following colors and quantities: one grey (or blue) skein, one white skein, one red skein, one green (or brown) skein, a few yards (meters) of black yarn.
• Red embroidery thread.  
• Crochet hook, size D/3 (3 mm).
• Tapestry needle.

Measurements of the square: 6" x 6" (15 cm x 15 cm) approx.

Gauge: 22 sts and 12 round = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in double crochet.

Yardage: 41- 42 yards (37- 38 m). 

Crochet terms (US):

• ch: chain.
• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• sl st: slip stitch.
• sc: single crochet.
• hdc: half double crochet.
• dc: double crochet.
• tr: treble crochet.

Instructions:

Granny square base: 

Note: ch 1 and ch 3 at the beginning of rounds count as sc and dc, respectively.

With black yarn, make a magic circle then work as follows:

Round 1: ch 1 into the magic circle, sc 7, sl st into the first ch. Cut black yarn. (8 sts).

With green (or brown) yarn work next two rounds:

Round 2: ch 1 and sc in the first st, sc 2 in each st, sl st into the first ch. (16 sts).

Round 3: ch 3 and dc in the first st, dc in st, *dc 2 in st, dc in st, repeat from * to end, sl st into the third ch of the first ch 3. Cut green (or brown) yarn. (24 sts).

With white yarn, work next two rounds:

Round 4: repeat row 3. (36 sts).

Round 5: ch 3 and dc in the first st, dc in st twice, *dc 2 in st, dc in st twice, repeat from * to end, sl st into the third ch of the first ch 3. Cut white yarn. (48 sts).

With red yarn work next round:

Round 6: ch 3 and dc in the first st, dc in st three times, *dc 2 in st, dc in st three times, repeat from * to end, sl st into the third ch of the first ch 3. Cut red yarn. (60 sts). 

Cut off red yarn and weave in loose ends. With grey (or blue) yarn make a knot and at the eighth st after the end of last round, then work as follows (next round is worked through back loops only):

Round 7: (ch 4, tr, ch 2, tr 2) in the first st, *tr in st, dc in st twice, hdc in st 3 times, sc in st twice, hdc in st 3 times, dc in st twice, tr in st, (tr 2, ch 2, tr 2) in st, repeat from * 3 times, tr in st, dc in st twice, hdc in st 3 times, sc in st twice, hdc in st 3 times, dc in st twice, tr in st, sl st into the fourth ch of the first ch4.

Round 8:ch 3 in the first st, dc in st, *(dc, tr, ch 2, tr, dc) in ch 2 space, dc in each st to next ch 2 space, repeat from * 3 times, (dc, tr, ch 2, tr, dc) in ch 2 space, dc in each st to last st, sl st into the third ch of the first ch 3.

Rounds 9 and 10: ch 3 in the first st, dc in each st to the first ch 2 space, *(dc 2, ch 2, dc 2) in ch 2 space, dc in each st to next ch 2 space, repeat from * 3 times, (dc 2, ch 2, dc 2) in ch 2 space, dc in each st to last st, sl st into the third ch of the first ch 3.

Cut off grey (or blue) yarn and weave in loose ends.

 

With read thread, embroider the red veins in the white ring as shown in the picture. With white yarn, embroider the white spot on the black circle.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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Luminous Fuchsia Shawl

Welcome, fellow knitting enthusiasts! Today, we embark on a creative journey into the world of yarn and needles, exploring the beauty of this new Shawl. This exquisite project not only showcases the artistry of knitting but also introduces us to the mesmerizing colors and patterns that can be achieved with Mandala yarn.

Whether you're a seasoned knitter looking for a new challenge or a beginner eager to learn, this shawl is a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Its simple symmetrical triangle design and harmonious color transitions make it a joy to knit and a delight to wear, offering warmth and style in equal measure.

You can choose any Lion Brand Mandala and Join me as we delve into the details of this captivating pattern, unraveling the steps to create your own Shawl. From choosing the right yarn to mastering the simple pattern stitches, we'll cover everything you need to know to embark on this knitting adventure.

Get your needles ready and let's knit something beautiful together!

Overview:

• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Instructions style: written pattern + chart.
• Yarn weight: #3 /Light /DK.
• Available sizes: one size (see detailed measurements below).
• Size customization: you can make the size bigger by repeating the general pattern more than what is mentioned in the instructions.

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Materials:

• Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Mandala, 100% acrylic, 5.3 oz (150 g), 344 yards (315 m), in the color unicorn: 1 skein.
• Circular knitting needles, 32" (80 cm) long, size US 8 (5 mm).
• Tapestry needle.
• Ring stitch markers.

Measurements: width = 26" (65 cm), length = 56" (142 cm), approx.

Yardage: 580- 590 yards (530- 540 m), approx.

Gauge: 20 sts and 24 rows = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• yo: yarn over.
• k2tog: knit two stitches together.
• ssk: slip, slip, knit the two slipped stitches together through back loops.
• s2s1ktog: slip two stitches as if to knit them together, slip the third one knit-wise, knit the three stitches together through back loops (centered double decrease). You can watch my tutorial video below to learn how to knit this stitch:

Instructions:

Cast on 3 sts, knit 7 rows, turn work 90 degrees clockwise, pick up 1 st out of each purl row side (3 sts in total), turn work 90 degrees clockwise again, pick up 3 sts from bottom. (9 sts)

You can also watch this video tutorial to learn how to do this type of cast on:

 

Row 1 (wrong side): k 3, p 3, k 3. Put a ring stitch marker before and after the middle stitch, this is the center stitch.

Row 2: k 3, (yo, k 1) three times, yo, k 3. (13 sts)

Row 3 and every odd number row: k 3, p to last 3 sts, k 3. 

Row 4: k 3, yo, k2tog, yo, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, yo, ssk, yo, k 3. (17 sts)

Row 6: k 3, yo, k2tog, yo, k 3, yo, k the center st, yo, k 3, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 8: k 3, yo, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 10: k 3, yo, k2tog, yo, k 4, yo, ssk, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, k2tog, yo, k 4, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 12: k 3, yo, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 2, k2tog, yo, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, yo, ssk, k 2, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 14: k 3, yo, k2tog, yo, k 4, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k 3, yo, k the center st, yo, k 3, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k 4, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 16: k 3, yo, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 2, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 2, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 18: k 3, yo, (k2tog, yo, k 4, yo, ssk) twice, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, (k2tog, yo, k 4 , yo, ssk) twice, yo, k 3.

General pattern:

Row 20: k 3, yo, *k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 2, repeat from * to 3 sts before center st, k2tog, yo, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, **yo, ssk, k 2, k2tog, yo, k 2, repeat from ** to last 5 sts, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 22: k 3, yo, *k2tog, yo, k 4, yo, ssk, repeat from * to 5 sts before center st, k2tog, yo, k 3, yo, k the center st, yo, k 3, **yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k 4, repeat from ** to last 5 sts, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 24: k 3, yo, *k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 2, repeat from * to 7 sts before center st, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, **k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, k 2, repeat from ** to last 9 sts, k2tog, yo, k 2, yo, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 26: k 3, yo, *k2tog, yo, k 4, yo, ssk, repeat from * to 1 st before center st, k 1, yo, k the center st, yo, k 1, **k2tog, yo, k 4 , yo, ssk, repeat from ** to last 3 sts, yo, k 3. 

Repeat the general pattern fourteen more times, then work last rows pattern as follows:

Last rows pattern:

Row 28: k 3, yo, *k2tog, yo, k 6, repeat from * to 3 st before center st, k 3, yo, k the center st, yo, k 3, **k 6 , yo, ssk, repeat from ** to last 3 sts, yo, k 3.

Row 30: k 3, yo, k2tog, k 1, *yo, k 5, yo, s2s1ktog , repeat from * to 10 st before center st, yo, k 7, yo, k 1, ssk, yo, k the center st, yo, k2tog, k 1, yo, k 2, **k 5 , yo, s2s1ktog, yo, repeat from ** to last 11 sts, k 5, yo, k 1, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 32: k 3, yo, k2tog, k 3, *yo, k 4, yo, s2s1ktog , yo, k 4, yo, k 1, s2s1ktog, k 1, repeat from * to 10 st before center st, yo, k 5, yo, k 3, ssk, yo, k the center st, yo, k2tog, k 3, yo, k 1, **k 4 , yo, k 1, s2s1ktog, k 1, yo, k 4, yo, s2s1ktog, repeat from ** to last 12 sts, yo, k 4, yo, k 3, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 34: k 3, yo, k2tog, k 5, *yo, k 3, yo, s2s1ktog , yo, k 3, yo, k 2, s2s1ktog, k 2, repeat from * to 10 st before center st, yo, k 3, yo, k 5, ssk, yo, k the center st, yo, k2tog, k 5, yo, k 3, **yo, k 2, s2s1ktog, k 2, yo, k 3, yo, s2s1ktog, yo, k 3, repeat from ** to last 10 sts, yo, k 5, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 36: k 3, yo, k2tog, k 7, *yo, k 7, yo, k 3, s2s1ktog , k 3, yo, repeat from * to 10 st before center st, k 1, yo, k 7, ssk, yo, k the center st, yo, k2tog, k 7, yo, k 1, **yo, k 3, s2s1ktog, k 3, yo, k 7, repeat from ** to last 12 sts, yo, k 7, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 38: k 3, yo, k2tog, k 5, *k 4, yo, k 5, yo, k 4, s2s1ktog , repeat from * to 14 st before center st, k 3, yo, k 1, yo, k 8, ssk, yo, k the center st, yo, k2tog, k 8, yo, k 1, yo, k 3, **s2s1ktog, k 4, yo, k 5, yo, k 4, repeat from ** to last 10 sts, k 5, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 40: k 3, yo, k2tog, k 6, *k 5, yo, k 3, yo, k 5, s2s1ktog , repeat from * to 15 st before center st, k 3, yo, k 1, yo, k 9, ssk, yo, k the center st, yo, k2tog, k 9, yo, k 1, yo, k 3, **s2s1ktog, k 5, yo, k 3, yo, k 5, repeat from ** to last 11 sts, k 6, ssk, yo, k 3.

Row 42: k 3, yo, k2tog, k 7, *k 6, yo, k 1, yo, k 6, s2s1ktog , repeat from * to 16 st before center st, k 3, yo, k 1, yo, k 10, ssk, yo, k the center st, yo, k2tog, k 10, yo, k 1, yo, k 3, **s2s1ktog, k 6, yo, k 1, yo, k 6, repeat from ** to last 12 sts, k 7, ssk, yo, k 3.

Bind off all sts using stretchy method. Weave in loose ends. Block well.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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