Here is a chic hat that any novice crocheter can work. Any 8 ply yarn can be used as it is worked to measurements with a 4 to 4.5 mm crochet hook. The only stitches needed to be worked are chain, single crochet, double crochet and slip stitch.

This very simple Bunny is made by crocheting a square. I can’t claim credit for the design as it was originally a knitted pattern that I made many years ago and don’t know who the creator was.

This Jewellery Organiser is suitable for all ages and anyone who likes to have these items at hand.

The Beach Hat featured is part of a beach set already in ravelry.

The Beach Bag featured is part of a beach set already in ravelry.

Here is a handy Drink Bottle Holder which is quick and easy to make. This is an excellent item for gift-giving to anyone who enjoys outdoor activities and wants to be able to carry a drink along with them.

This Beach Hat and Bag are designed to be a set. Both items use very simple crochet stitches which any novice crocheter can manage.

Here are some novel Lemon, Orange and Lime Coasters to make.

This project is a way of using all your stashed yarn ends

This is another project for the sewers and crocheters. This is one way of turning a simple piece of clothing into a fashion item.

This Project is for the sewers and crocheters. US Crochet Terminology is used for this project along with Imperial measurements.

These Novelty Squares are ideal for a variety of projects. You can make the squares to any size and use them for pockets on little jackets, you may decide to add a border and make a cot cover or a pram cover. The possibilities are unlimited. For this project 8 ply Heirloom cotton was used however any 8 ply soft cotton can be substituted. You wi...

This colorful Fusion Table Cloth has been made from 6 cotton tea towels.. This item is a project for hand sewers and crocheters. The tablecloth requires 200 grams of 4 ply Bendigo Cotton or the equivalent and a 3mm crochet hook, If you can embroider blanket stitch, work a single crochet and double crochet, you will find it a very rewarding proj...

Japanese Noro Silk Garden Sock Yarn has been used in this crochet Slouchy Pattern. The hat is crocheted in the round using a 4.5 mm crochet hook for the hat and a 4mm hook for the band which creates a nice snug fit.

This cute and practical bag measures approximately 3x8x8 inches or 7.5x21x21 centimeters. The bag basically square and has a flat base, covered with a vinyl strip, which gives the bag support, shape, and provides extra room. The base is cut to measure and uses the soft vinyl you have from the covers of old A4 Display Folders. Instructions for c...

This revised pattern gives instructions for both styles of the Baby Thong Sandals, One suitable for both boys and girls and a flower motif for the girls.

This Bra Top is made with 4 ply Bendigo cotton and a size 3 mm crochet hook, however, an equivalent 4 ply could be used. The top is made to fit a B size cup, with slight modifications in the pattern. The pattern is very simple and there are Video Links to the various stitches used on the pattern itself. This top is suitable for casual wear and ...

This pattern uses U.S. crochet terminology.

These cute sandals are made with Bendigo cotton 8 and 4ply yarns.

These crocheted Koala Kid Sandals are a novelty gift for a small baby, boy or girl. There are two sizes, one to fit a 3-inch foot and the other to fit a 3.5-inch foot, Bendigo cotton has been used, however, Heirloom cottons are equivalent.

This cute bag can be made for boys or girls. It measures 5.5 ins or 14 cms. in diameter and is worked 8 ply Bendigo cotton. Only a small amount of black cotton is required, you may have some available in your stash.

This Crochet Fox bag is suitable for a 3 to 8-year-old child. It is crocheted in Algodon lion 8 ply cotton or equivalent.using a 4mm crochet hook. There is access to Video tutorials which show how to work the various stitches used in this pattern. This is explained in the free pattern download.

This is a project to use all the ends of the yarn you have been keeping for years. There are no hard and fast rules for this exercise.

This cute bag, in 8 ply Heirloom Cotton is quick to make and would delight any toddler or small child. The pattern comes with illustrations which show how and where to place the various features. Because this pattern is written in English crochet terminology with U.S equivalents there are Video tutorials on the various crochet stitches used. Th...

This cute hat is made in 8 ply Bendigo Cotton, Sizes 6 to 12 months and 12 months + so will fit the older child. Gauge is not a problem as this pattern is worked to measurements, this means that any ply yarn can be used to achieve the size you require. English crochet terminology has been used with U.S. equivalents provided. Video Tutorials on ...

This Peppa Pig Bag is an accessory that any little Pepper Pig fan would love to own. It is quick to crochet and easy to make. The Bag measures approximately 5 ins or 14.5 cms. in diameter. It can be made larger if desired, all you need do is add a few more rounds.  Included are instructions for lining the bag to give it a more professional look...

This Peppa Pig Hat is one of several novelty animal and bird hat patterns available for you to make. These hats are crocheted in 8 ply Heirloom Cotton and can be made in a matter of hours. Sizes range from 6-12 and 12 months +. These are hats that any crocheter will find easy to make. even though they may appear difficult.

This Barefoot Sandals and Headband set can be adapted for boys or girls. The pattern illustrated is for the girls, however, patterns for motifs suitable your baby boy have been included. These motifs can be substituted for the flower and if desired a headband for the boy can be made using the novelty Koala or bear motifs designed. The patterns ...

This Crochet Bag in the Round is very quick to work up with the Moda Vera Bamboo Cotton and a 4.5 mm crochet hook. 7- 8 x 50 gram balls of yarn are needed.

This Crochet Couronne /Coronet was seen on ravelry and was a pattern in a copy of the “Australian Women’s Weekly” published in 1942. The pattern was crocheted in Macrame string and/or parcel string. This was such an appealing pattern, very Chic yet cute, that I decided to create my version, as everything old is new again. My version is made in ...

This Crochet Child’s Spring bag is an ideal gift for the 3 to 6 year olds. The bag is crochet with 8 ply Bendigo or Heirloom cotton and works up very quickly using a 4 mm/6G crochet hook. Included are patterns for an assortment of flowers, however, if you have a favourite flower pattern you may choose to use it. The flowers have been crocheted ...

This Crochet Novelty Koala bag is an ideal gift for the 3 to 6-year-olds. The bag is crocheted with 8 ply Bendigo or Heirloom cotton and works up very quickly using a 4 mm/6G crochet hook.

This Fabric and Crochet Drawstring Bag is a project for those who are sewers and crocheters. The bag is large enough to hold all your knitting, crochet and craft items. You can open it out flat and easily identify any item you need. When finished you pull the drawstring and off you go. This project requires 2 Fat quarters, and 221 meters of 4 p...

This Japanese Knot Bag is made with 4 ply Olympus Gold Special Knitting Yarn (Japanese Cotton) to add to its authenticity. The bag used 70 grams (306 metres ) of yarn. This pattern provides two styles of Japanese Knot Bag, one plain and the other with a shell relief. All stitches used are very basic and illustrations are on the pattern as guides.

This Spring Hat looks involved but is really quite easy, the stitches worked are tr/U.S. dc and a Forward Post Treble/ U.S Double Crochet which is explained in the pattern. Bendigo 4 ply cotton was used however any good quality 4 ply cotton would be appropriate.

This Japanese Knot Bag measures 9 ins or 23 cms x 12.5 ins or 32 cms and was made with 4 ply Bendigo Cotton 102 gms, Japanese cotton can be used if available to give your bag authenticity.The bag is crocheted in treble/U.S. double crochet, so is quick and easy to make.

This Christmas Decoration measures 3 inches or 8 cms in diameter and is crochet in 8 ply Heirloom Cotton or equivalent. You can use yarn from your stash and also ribbons and decorative ties you have available. The frame comprises of a plastic curtain ring with the hook section removed, illustrations available on sheet, a single crochet. around ...

This Pattern has been Revised

This Novelty Frog Hat requires 2 x 50 gm balls of yarn. Bendigo Cotton was used, Light teal for the hat, Noir for the pupils and Pomegranate for the mouth, the plaits are a combination of these three colours. This hat is very easy to make and assemble.If you are a novice crocheter there are video tutorials on the website which demonstrate the v...

This easy crochet Beret was made with 2 strands of 2 ply wool worked together. A friend gave me the yarn and asked me to crochet her a Beret. I couldn’t download one that was easy enough for me so I designed this one. The pattern is mainly tr/US dc.and htr/hdc This item can be made in any ply wool so long as the diameter measures that of the pa...

This item is one long strip knitted in garter stitch, which when complete is folded in half and joined to form a hood. The two ends are then folded up to form pockets. The Hooded Sports Scarf requires 8ply Panda Magnum or equivalent, U.S. DK.and 3 x 100 or 6 x 50 gram balls of yarn. This depends on the length of the scarf and the number of colo...

This set in Patons Dreamtime Merino wool is a very easy a pattern. Other 4 ply baby wool would be suitable. For the 0-3 month size, only 50 grams of yarn is required, you will need an extra 50 grams for the larger sizes.

This Hooded Sports Scarf with Pockets is made with 8 ply Panda Magnum Yarn or U.S DK. 3 x 100 gm or 6 x 50 gm ball of yarn are required. This scarf is a length of crochet 12 inches wide x 48 inches long, an ideal project for the novice crocheter. If you are not a sports enthusiasts, then make one using the yarn you like and have available. The ...

This Novelty Pig Hat is made in one piece with 2 X 50 gm balls Heirloom Cotton, See if you can find some in your stash for the features. This is a very easy pattern for the learner crocheter, so see what you can do. You may like to use blue yarn and make a fantasy hat for the boys, light blue hat and a darker blue for the snout, eyes and nostri...

This hat can be made with 2 balls of 8 ply Cotton or Wool, use some from your stash for the features. The pattern is exactly the same pattern as the Novelty Zebra Hat, Any of the Novelty Animal and Bird Hats can be created to be fantasy by changing the colours to suit the child or adult.

This novelty Staffy Hat hat requires 2 balls of 50-gram yarn one main and one contrasting, search your stash for small amounts for features. You are able to change the colours and features to suit.

This pattern was crochet in 8 ply Heirloom Cotton, 50 grams of white and 50 grams of black. Although this hat was crochet using the two colours you can select your own colour scheme. Included is a pattern for a bow which can girly the pattern up.

This yoke was made with 4 ply Milford Satin, however any 4 ply cotton should give the same result. Because only small amounts of yarn are needed you may be able to find enough in your stash for the project.

This pattern is for a 2-year-old girl, however, chest measurements are given for sizes 2 to 6 years. This enables the crocheter to adjust the pattern to accommodate the other sizes listed. Provided in the pattern are illustrations showing the various steps needed to complete this project. Why not take the pattern “Flower Adornments” and make so...

Another crochet project to use all your spare 8 ply cotton. This necklace is suitable for both boys and girls. These crocheted allsorts look like the real thing.

This is a very easy pattern to follow. Included with the pattern is a crochet chart which shows the stitches used and their placement. The pattern also includes instructions for the same bag in 8 ply Cotton, There is a choice of two handle styles, single over the shoulder and two single short handles. A dense cotton is advised for this type of ...

This item can be made with 4 or 8 ply cotton, colour of choice. The Barrette needs to be purchased, It may be fancy or plain. A small amount of hat elastic is needed to crochet the snood/net to. Included with the written instructions are crochet graphs showing stitch placements and illustrations showing how to attach the finished crochet Snood/...

Chemo Turban in 4ply Heirloom Cotton, sizing 56 cms or 22 ins (Adult). This turban can also be crochet in 4 ply wool if desired.

What little girl doesn’t like to wear jewelry? All you need are some scraps from your stash. This item was made from 8 ply cotton and a size 3 mm crochet hook to keep the piece firm. The large flower centres are jewel buttons, however any fancy buttons will do. The small flowers have a pearl centre, Flowers are placed back to back so the neckla...

This pattern is crochet using 2 x 50 gram balls of 4 ply Anchor Pellicano. The pattern provides a crochet chart showing the placement of stitches and rows. The pattern provides a choice of a single long handle or two short handles.

All information to complete this item is found on the pattern download.

The hat for this pattern is for 0-9 months and the Shoes and booties range from 0-3, 3-6 and 6-9 months. There is a Video Tutorial attached to the pattern which shows how to make the flower. Heirloom Cotton 8 ply 100 gms., was used for the pattern, however, Heirloom Wool can be substituted.

Only small amounts of yarn are needed for the soles of sandals and flower trim, check what you have in your stash.

This set really needs to be made from your 8 ply cotton stash. You may be able to swap yarn with a friend. The pattern does include booties which will take less than 50 gms. All the details can be found on the pattern download

This set is crochet in 8 ply Heirloom Wool, however any soft 8 ply wool or cotton could be substituted.

This pattern is demonstrated on U tube which can be accessed from the pattern page. The amount of yarn needed will depend on what you choose to make and the size. The pattern download includes a graph which shows the stitches used and their placement.

All information on pattern downloadExtra yarn from your stash will be needed for the pattern features.

All information on the pattern is on the download. Extra yarn will be needed from your stash for the pattern features.

There are several Novelty Animal Hats on Julie Black Designs - Ravelry. All the materials required are specified. You will need extra yarn from your stash for the features.

All information is on the pattern download. Extra yarn from your stash will be needed for the pattern features.

The Novelty Parrot Hat pictured is made in 8 ply Heirloom cotton however 8ply wool/US DK can be use. The crochet stitches used are treble /US double crochet, double crochet / US single crochet and Crab stitch. All information to complete this item can be found on the instant download.

All information on the pattern download. Extra yarn from your stash will be needed for the pattern features.

All materials to complete this item are listed on the pattern.

This pattern includes instructions for making the matching booties. Bootie sizes are only 0-9 months.

All information is on the pattern download. Extra yarn will be needed from your stash for the pattern features.

All materials required to complete this item can be found on the instant downloadable pattern.

The cute Monkey Hat is crocheted using 8 ply Bendigo Cotton / Heirloom Cotton. Other yarns can be substituted so long as the pattern is worked to the measurements given for the various sizes. Extra yarn will be needed from your stash for the pattern features.

The cute Owl Hat is crocheted using 8 ply Bendigo Cotton / Heirloom Cotton. Other yarns can be substituted so long as the pattern is worked to the measurements given for the various sizes. Extra yarn will be needed from your stash for the pattern features.

8 ply wool,( U.S light Worsted) has been used in the beanies illustrated, however any ply can be used so long as the width (diameter) of the crown and the length of the beanie are the correct measurements for the size required. You will need approximately 50 gms of yarn and extra for the stripes.

The pattern for the Crochet Spot Pram / Cot Cover can be made to any size desired with the addition of extra squares.

4 ply Heirloom Baby Wool was used for this pattern, however, any 4 ply baby wool would be suitable, Depending on the size of the hat required you will need extra yarn,100 gms is required for the larger size hats. The booties will require 50 gms of yarn

Camelia Hat in 8ply Heirloom Wool or Cotton sizes birth to 12 months +

This pattern is made in 4 ply Heirloom cotton or equivalent, Gauge is not important as the doily is worked until the size of the diameter is achieved. 100 gms of cotton, depending on your tension. All information to complete this project can be found on the pattern.

This beanie can be crochet in 4 ply wool doubled for an extra loopy brim or in 8 ply Heirloom wool or equivalent. 100 gms will be needed for 8 ply yarn and 150 gms for the 4 ply beanie. If working with the 4 ply yarn doubled you may like to work from the inside and outside of the ball at the same time. Video Tutorials on the various stitches us...

The pattern for this “Looped hat with band” is crocheted in one piece, depending on your tension you may need extra wool however 100 gms, or two balls should be sufficient. This pattern includes all the information necessary to complete this item.

The hat was crocheted using 8 ply Heirloom Colour Works wool, however, an equivalent 8 ply or DK should be suitable. For an extra loopy look, you can use 4 ply or fingering doubled, for this you will need twice the amount of yarn.

The Pill Box Hat is crochet in 4 ply wool used doubled. The scarf is crocheted using a single strand of 4 ply wool. However 8 ply wool can be used to crochet the hat if the same colour can be purchased. You will need to adjust your yarn accordingly if you decide to use the thicker ply for the hat. The hat is crochet in treble/US dc and the scar...

This beanie is very quick to make, Included in the pattern is a crochet chart explaining the stitches used and their placement.

The Beanie for this pattern is crocheted using two strands of 4 ply wool crocheted together. The scarf is crochet using a single strand of 4 ply wool. You could use an 8 ply for the hat and 4 ply for the scarf provided the same colours are available in both plys.

This pattern shows the flower in a contrasting colour, If purchasing 50 gms of main colour and contrast you will have enough yarn to make another hat in the reverse colours.

Gumnut Beanie with Matching Booties in 4 ply cotton or wool, sizes 0-3, 3-6, 6-12 months

This pattern includes booties, you will require extra 8 ply cotton from your stash for the wheels. Depending on your colours of choice this set is appropriate for either sex.

This pattern comprises of two large Granny Squares, one for the front of the cushion and one for the back. Therefore it can be as big or as small as you like. The cushion featured is made all in the same colour, however, you can choose to vary the colours. The cushion illustrated is worked in 8 ply Bendigo cotton, any yarn can be substituted al...

This hat is suitable for dressing up in the Ski Fields. It takes less than two hours to make. This yarn comes in skeins and needs to be re wound before using.

All the necessary information to complete this project is included in the pattern download. This set also includes the pattern for a matching headband. Available are video instructions on how to work the various stitches, crochet the shoes/booties and make the flower. These videos are attached to the pattern page and can only be viewed whilst t...

This hat in 8 ply yarn can be made for a boy or girl depending on the colour of choice.

Simple to make, 5 small squares sandwiched together.

Loopy Baby Booties and Matching Floral Hair Band in 4 ply cotton or wool sizes 0-3, 3-6, 6-9 months.

This pattern can be made larger for a cot or blanket with the making of additional squares. Instructions for sewing the squares together are included on the pattern page.

This hat can be dressed up by adding some bling, such a favorite brooch or scarf clip through the turban knot.

This is a hat that once made converts into 4 styles.It is is a Turban worn to the front a Pill Box when turned back to front. A bow pattern attached to the front or a flower attached to the side makes this a most versatile hat.

This crochet necklace can be crochet in various colours to match your favourite outfits. The flowers are attached back to back so if they flip over they are the same on both sides. The centres of the flowers have a small pearl to dress the piece up. This is one way to use some of your stashes.

These flowers can be large or small depending on the yarns you have available and the size hook you choose to use. This is an excellent way to use all those scraps in your stash and come up with some cool adornments for the family or gift giving. With this pattern you can: decorate barrettes, combs, pony tail elastics, make brooches, necklaces ...

When making the spots and the bow for the Sandals use a size 3 mm crochet hook for a neater finish. All information regarding this pattern is available on the instant pattern download.

This beanie has a lot of give, Therefore the various sizes are able to accommodate a wide range of ages. You will need extra wool for the flower and a decorative button for the flower centre. All details are on the instant pattern download.