Hello fellow crochet enthusiasts! Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by making your own witch hat? In this note, I will share a free crochet pattern for a stylish and spooky witch hat that you can make yourself. Let's get started! Materials needed: - Worsted weight yarn in black (about 200 yards) - Size H/5mm crochet hook - Yarn needle - Stitch marker (optional) Pattern: 1. Starting with a magic circle, make 6 single crochet (sc) stitches into the ring. Pull tight to close the circle. 2. Round 1: Make 2 sc stitches in each stitch around.
Round 1: Make 2 sc stitches in each stitch around. (12 stitches) 3. Round 2: *1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch*.
Banned Sesame Street Episode With The Wicked Witch Found, Watch It Now
There is now found footage of a classic Sesame Street episode which featured the Wicked Witch from The Wizard of Oz, but it had been deemed too scary for kids at the time.
By Matthew Creith | Published 1 year ago
There are very few things in life that scare children more than evil characters and villains in a movie or television show. These characters often haunt the dreams of kids even after the very first viewing. One prime example of this is The Wizard of Oz and the character that Margaret Hamilton embodied in the classic 1939 film. Applauded by critics at the time and simultaneously terrifying children with her cackling laugh and flying monkeys, Hamilton made her mark on classic Hollywood cinema. Recently, an episode of Sesame Street featuring Hamilton’s Wicked Witch of the West was posted to social media, and it has many viewers reliving old nightmares.
A user named sarsaparilla170170 posted the episode of Sesame Street with the Wicked Witch of the West to Reddit, causing quite the stir among many of Reddit’s users. The episode in question is from season seventeen of the long-running children’s program, where Hamilton reprised her famous role in 1976. According to The AV Club, the episode was deemed too frightening for children at the time, so much so that parents complained and the episode was never put into the normal rerun rotation. There were supposedly several low-quality versions of the episode that made their way onto the internet since the 1990s, but this is one of the first times the show can be seen as intended. Now, the scariest episode of Sesame Street ever lives on through social media, particularly in the clip that has now been posted to YouTube. You can see the video below:
When Margaret Hamilton donned her well-known costume and green face makeup on Sesame Street to play the Wicked Witch again, she was most likely doing it with the best of intentions. Per NBC News, Hamilton used to be a kindergarten teacher before her career as an actor, which accounts for her desire to bring the character back for a series aimed at educating children. Not the first time she reprised her role, as she did again on Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, Hamilton specifically joined this episode of Sesame Street to discuss the idea of kids getting over their fears in life. The episode may have scared many children in the 1970s, particularly because it showed a child named David who is present in the scenes with the actor, being tormented by Hamilton’s Wicked Witch.
The episode of Sesame Street with the Wicked Witch of the West was never shown on television again, but it was eventually added to the archives of the Library of Congress. This seemed to further cement Margaret Hamilton’s presence as an actor, as she had been working at the time for over 40 years. The character of the Wicked Witch has been ranked #4 on the American Film Institute’s list of Greatest Screen Villains, while her line from the film “I’ll get you, my pretty, and your little dog, too!” has often been quoted from fans around the world. Hamilton went on to have a lengthy career in commercials and television shows before her death in 1985 at the age of 82.
Repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches) 4. Round 3: *1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (24 stitches) 5. Round 4: *1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (30 stitches) 6. Round 5: *1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (36 stitches) Now that the base of the hat is complete, we will start working in continuous rounds. 7. Rounds 6-15: Make 1 sc in each stitch around. (36 stitches) 8. Round 16: *1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches, sc2tog (single crochet two together) in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (30 stitches) 9. Round 17: *1 sc in each of the next 3 stitches, sc2tog in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (24 stitches) 10. Round 18: *1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, sc2tog in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches) 11. Round 19: *1 sc in the next stitch, sc2tog in the next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (12 stitches) At this point, switch to a black yarn thread and fasten off the previous yarn. 12. Round 20: Join the black yarn with a slip stitch to the first stitch of Round 19. Ch 1, sc in the same stitch and in each stitch around. (12 stitches) Almost done! Now it's time to add the brim to the hat. 13. Sc in each stitch for 3 more rounds. Fasten off the yarn and weave in any loose ends. To add a finishing touch, you can embellish your witch hat with a ribbon, a spider charm, or even some crochet flowers. Congratulations! You now have a stunning crochet witch hat ready to wear for Halloween or any other spooky occasion. Get creative with different yarn colors and make hats for your friends and family to join in on the fun. Hope you enjoyed this free crochet pattern! Happy crocheting and have a bewitching Halloween!.
Reviews for "Celebrate Halloween in style with a handmade crochet witch hat"
1. Sara - 2 stars - While I appreciate the effort put into providing a free crochet pattern for a witch hat, I found the instructions to be quite confusing and difficult to follow. As someone who is new to crocheting, I was hoping for a more beginner-friendly pattern. Additionally, the final result did not turn out as expected, with the hat being misshapen and not fitting properly. Overall, I would not recommend this pattern to those who are new to crocheting or looking for a simple and foolproof design.
2. Mike - 1 star - Unfortunately, this free crochet pattern for a witch hat was a complete disappointment for me. The instructions were poorly written, lacking clarity and detail. It felt like the pattern assumed I already had advanced crochet knowledge, which I did not. As a result, I struggled to understand certain steps and had to constantly refer to other resources to complete the hat. The final product looked nothing like the image provided, and it was disheartening to spend hours on a project only to end up with a less than satisfactory result. I would not recommend this pattern to anyone unless they have extensive crochet experience and enjoy deciphering vague instructions.
3. Jessica - 2 stars - As an experienced crocheter, I was excited to find a free pattern for a witch hat. However, I was disappointed with the overall outcome of this particular pattern. The sizing was off, resulting in a hat that was too small for my head. The instructions were not clearly written, making it challenging to understand and follow certain steps. Additionally, the pattern lacked useful tips or suggestions to help troubleshoot common issues that may arise during the process. While the end product was decent, it required a lot of adjustments and alterations to make it wearable. I would only recommend this pattern to experienced crocheters who are willing to make necessary modifications along the way.
4. Ryan - 2 stars - I was quite disappointed with this free crochet pattern for making a witch hat. The instructions were difficult to follow, lacking necessary clarification and details. As someone who enjoys crocheting as a hobby, I appreciate patterns that are not only clear, but also engaging. Unfortunately, this pattern fell short in both aspects. The final result was not what I had hoped for, and the hat ended up looking rather misshapen and unappealing. I would recommend looking for alternative patterns that are more user-friendly and provide better guidance for achieving satisfactory results.