Simply Sweet Celtic Beret

My Simply Sweet Celtic Beret is complete and thank God Renee has the perfect head to model it! I tend to have a large dome (lots of good stuff in there, I'm hoping) and I like hats that are not constricting, so I make a lot of big things. However, for those of you who have normal noggins, I have also included the pattern for a smaller size beret. If the link I have included works, you'll find the pattern and you'll be on your way. If it doesn't work, it's on Ravelry. If you're not on Ravelry......ummmmm, what are you waiting for? No seriously, if you want to make the hat, and the link doesn't work, get a hold of me and I'll send you the pattern.

http://knittingwithtasha.110mb.com/Patterns/SIMPLY%20SWEET%20CELTIC%20BERET.pdf

But anyhoo, I'm going to make it again.....this yarn was a little too smooshy for my taste and the lines of the celtic knot aren't really crisp. Of course, this could have something to do with the fact that I'm still learning, but more knowledgeable knitters agreed with the notion that the yarn had way to much give.

But the color combiniation makes me happy, and the ribbing is kind of neat since it changes midway from one color to the next. I'm happy the hat is complete, I'm happy that it "works", but I'm also happy that I can see what I don't like about it but I know I like it enough to find better options! I'm rambling....but oh well, that's what I'm known for.

So, I'm off to complete my knitting swap partners package.....her handmade gift is done, and I shall be posting that once it's mailed out and received. I just have a few more things that I would like to put in the treasure box so that it's a nice gift and not just a mediocre gift. Who needs mediocre? We should always aspire for awesome.

Ummm......and by the way, we have a new president. :)

T

CROCHETED FINGERLESS GLOVES

These fingerless gloves are super quick and easy to make. They are gorgeous in self striping yarn so feel free to express yourself! If you are a new crocheter, this is a satisfying project. Make a bunch of them and remember, these can be tried on as you go, so don't be afraid to add some stitches or remove
some to fit your hand better. Adjust them until they are perfect for you and have fun!


Aran weight Yarn
Size G hook


Chain 8
Row 1 : SC in second chain from hook. SC across row. Chain 1 (this is your turning chain). Turn Work.

Repeat row one until piece measures 7 inches. End row.

Fold the piece end to end (first row to last row) and sew together. This is your cuff.

Along top edge (this is whichever edge you choose to be the top) pick up and SC 36 stitches. Place a marker to indicate the start of the round.

Continue to single crochet in the round until the entire piece (cuff included) measures 5 inches,

CREATING THUMB

SC until four stitches before your marker. Now with stitch still on hook, insert hook into the fourth stitch after marker and slip stitch. This creates the hole for your thumb. Continue to SC around the hand portion of the glove (28 stitches) until the entire piece (cuff included) measures 7 1⁄2 inches or until it fits your hand to your liking. Tie off your last stitch and weave in the ends.


MAKING THUMB

SC in the eight remaining stitches of the thumb and place a marker to indicate the beginning of your round. SC in every stitch for 1 1⁄2 inches or until the thumb fits you to your liking. Tie off last stitch and weave in your ends. You have completed your first glove. Now make the second one!!