Crocheting is a beloved craft that allows for the creation of beautiful and unique items. One such item is the quirky witch hat. This crochet pattern provides a chance to make a fun and whimsical accessory that will surely stand out. To begin, gather the necessary materials. These include crochet hooks in sizes H/8 (5mm) and K/10.5 (6.
The Oracle of Delphi lies on the slopes of Mount Parnassus in Greece, and was arguably one of the most important shrines in the ancient world. People travelled from the known corners of the world to visit the shrine and have their questions answered by the Pythias, the priestesses of Apollo. The questions presented in the sacred shrine were as varied as the pilgrims, from every days worries like when to plant, to empiric stratagem by kings and warriors. Recently, when looking for a recipe for sprouted wheat bread, it occurred to me we have a modern dayOracle of Delphi- somewhere we can go with our problems and questions, from the mundane to the esoteric; we have Google!
Tonight, after kisses, hugs, stories, prayers, cups of cool water, a fan in his room, getting up to pee twice, and both DH and I going in there at least twice each, he begins a plaintive wail. Incredulously, I move forward with my cart, and just as I am even with her, my foot catches on a piece of clothing under the rack because that s where I m walking and I trip.
5 (6.5mm), as well as worsted weight yarn in black and purple. Additionally, a yarn needle and stitch markers will be helpful throughout the process.
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Being the mother of little boys means constant motion. From the peeking sun over the eastern horizon, until the sky is “Gray dark”, as Eric says, which is very different from “Blue dark”, my life is overflowing with kinetic, whirling, busy, messy, energetic boys. Heck, if I’m honest, it’s even busy while they sleep, because that’s when I carve out my own needful things. That, and I haven’t slept through the night in well over five years now.
If it’s just my boys, or all boys, I can’t say, but they just never stop. From the time their little piggies hit the floor each day, they just go and go and go. There is no such thing as quiet time at our house- as much as we try! Even when I do manage to get them engaged in a book or story, they are poking, prodding, doing somersaults, wrestling or fidgeting while they listen. We may start playing a game by the rules, but before I know it, the Memory tiles are being made into forts, and the Lego people are coming to invade. The cherries from Hi-Ho-Cherry-O are bombs, and the poor guy from Operation is part of the Playmobil world now.
Their imagination is amazing, if exhuasting. While I was trying to steal a shower this morning, of course both of them had to come in a “see” what I was doing. And I mean, this was a quick shower- frantic rinsing, soaping, brush teeth while conditioner is on, scrub, scrub, rinse, done! In that time, both of the boys tried to get in the shower with me. Eric completely undressed, and when I opened the shower curtain, he was on the vanity, naked, with my eyeliner, drawing “whiskers” on his face “like dad!”. There was little left of my eyeliner pencil to salvage, and his face is still brown.
While I was cleaning Eric up, Jeffrey decided the kitchen floor needed mopping and dumped a bottle of cleaner out, then tried to use the Swiffer to “mop” it up- without a pad, of course.
This was all before 9 a.m.
And where was Abby, during all this? Sitting in her swing, chirping to herself, contentedly chewing and slurping on her hands. No matter what anyone tells you, they are different. Boys and girls, no matter what you do, are not the same. The boys are upstairs right now, having a burping contest. I am hiding. Abby is sleeping.
The other night, when I turned down the bed, there was a construction paper ladybug that said “I love you Mom!” on my pillow. Jeffrey was jumping up and down with excitement and glee at having surprised me. Just when I think I can’t do it anymore….
Start by creating a magic ring with the black yarn and the H/8 crochet hook. Then, make 6 single crochet stitches into the ring, pulling it tight to form a circle. From here, use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round. For rounds 2-6, single crochet in each stitch around, marking the last stitch of each round. This will gradually create the base of the hat. Next, increase the size of the hat by working in rounds 7-19. This involves making 2 single crochet stitches in the first stitch of each round, and single crocheting in each stitch until the last. Repeat this pattern until the desired circumference is reached. Once the base size is complete, it's time to shape the crown. This is achieved by working in half double crochet stitches. Begin the crown by switching to the K/10.5 crochet hook and the purple yarn. Single crochet in the back loop only of each stitch from the previous round until reaching the last stitch. This process is repeated for rounds 20-29. For the final rounds of the hat, switch back to the black yarn and continue working in the back loop only in half double crochet stitches. Decrease the number of stitches in each round gradually to form the tip of the hat. This can be done by single crocheting the next two stitches together in each round until only a few stitches remain. To finish off the hat, cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull the tail through the last stitch and tighten it to secure. Weave in any loose ends with the yarn needle. The end result will be a quirky witch hat that showcases creativity and personality. Whether worn as part of a costume or as a statement accessory, this crochet pattern provides an opportunity to showcase individuality through the art of crochet..
Reviews for "Get Crafty for Halloween: Crocheting a Quirky Witch Hat"
1. Sarah - ★☆☆☆☆ - I purchased this crochet pattern for a quirky witch hat with high hopes, but I was left extremely disappointed. The instructions were confusing and poorly written, making it difficult to understand the steps involved. Additionally, the final product did not turn out anything like the picture provided. The sizing was completely off, and the hat ended up looking awkward and misshapen. Overall, I would not recommend this pattern to others as it was a waste of my time and money.
2. Michael - ★★☆☆☆ - I had mixed feelings about this crochet pattern for a quirky witch hat. While I appreciated the unique design concept, I found the instructions to be lacking in detail. As a beginner, I struggled to follow along and had to search for additional resources online to complete the project. Furthermore, the pattern did not specify the recommended yarn weight or hook size, leaving me to guess and resulting in an ill-fitting hat. For more experienced crocheters, this pattern may be manageable, but I would not recommend it to beginners like myself.
3. Emily - ★★☆☆☆ - This crochet pattern for a quirky witch hat left much to be desired. The layout and formatting were disorganized, making it difficult to follow along with the instructions. Additionally, there were several errors and inconsistencies throughout the pattern, causing frustration and confusion. While the end result was somewhat quirky, it did not resemble a traditional witch hat as advertised. If the pattern was revised and improved, it could have potential, but as it stands, I would not recommend it to others.