Ramen Needles

Simple Cat hat

2011-09-09T18:58:00.000-07:00

The first thing I ever sold in my etsy shop (I think it was around two years ago maybe?) was a purple cat ear hat with puff balls and ear flaps. It was a cute hat, but maybe a little short for my tastes. My skills since then have improved exponentially as have my ability to whip things up quickly. I've also worked and improved on this pattern since I first made it. Now you can make a cat ear hat, too! (Sans ear flaps. If anyone is interested, I will post a variation of this hat!)

Cat Hat!

Materials

One skein of any color yarn, worsted weight (I used Hobby Lobby's "I Love This Yarn")

H hook

Tapestry needle

Stitches/Abbreviations Used

dc - double crochet

fpdc - front post double crochet (video)

bpdc - back post double crochet (video)

hdc - half double crochet

sc - single crochet

inc - increase (two dc in one stitch)

sl st - slip stitch

ch - chain

*repeat around what is in the asterisks*

Pattern

Hat

1. Either magic ring, then 12 dc or ch 4 then 12 dc into 3rd ch from hook. Pull tight. Sl st to join.

2. Inc around (24), sl st to join

3. *dc in next stitch, then inc* (36) sl st to join.

4. *dc in next two stitches, then inc* (48) sl st to join

5. *dc in next three stitches, then inc* (60) sl st to join

6. dc around

7. *dc in next four stitches, then inc* (72) sl st to join.

I usually stop increasing at this row because I like my hats a little snug. My head is 21 inches around, so if it's snug on me and you have a bigger head, you might want to do another row ;)

8 (optional). *dc in next five stitches, then inc* (84) sl st to join.

9. Continue dc around until hat reaches desired length. I typically stop when it covers the tip top of my ears.

10 - 13. *fpdc, bpdc around, then sl st to join* around for three or so rows, until you're satisfied with the ribbing of the hat.

Ears (Make two)

These are done in the round.

1. ch 3, then 6 hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Pull tight.

2. hdc around

3. hdc inc around (12)

4. hdc around

5. *hdc in next stitch, then hdc inc* (18)

6. hdc around

7. *hdc in next two stitches, then hdc inc* (24)

8. sc around.

9. Close up the ear. Make sure you have it situated where when it's closed up, it's a nice triangular cat ear. Stick your crochet hook through your stitch, and the stitch on the other side, then sc on top of that stitch. I've included the pictures from my narwhal pattern to illustrate it a bit further.

10. Leave a LONG tail so you can sew the ears to the hat!

A tip on sewing the ears to the hat: Put the hat on your head, look into a mirror, and pinch where you think the ears would look the best. Pull off your hat, keeping your hands pinched, and sew the ears to where you pinched. Hooray cat ear hat! :)

Pokeball Scarf

2011-08-02T07:06:00.001-07:00

I'm moving this pattern from my regular blog to here, since this is my patterns blog. I'll also update it a little.

I made this over the past summer, and it was featured on FYPblog, so I figured I would go ahead and post the pattern. It’s easy to figure out and not too hard for people with crochet experience to figure out. :)

Yarn: any acrylic, but "I Love This Yarn!" is always good.
Hook: H or I is fine. Guage really doesn’t matter

It’s crocheted long ways, so it’ll be 10 long rows. Also, I would like to point out that to have the ‘squarer’ edges, I do not chain three for my double crochet stitches. I only chain one. It works better for me.

Stitches needed:
ch - chain
sk - skip
dc - double crochet
sl st - slip stitch

Row 1: With red, Ch 200 (or however long you want the scarf to be)
Row 2: Sk 1, dc across. 198.
Row 3: Ch 1, dc across. 198.
Row 4: Repeat row 3.
Rows 5-6: Repeat row 3, but with black.
Rows 7-10: Repeat, but with white.
Darn in ends.

For “Button” (make two):
1: With white, magic circle (or ch 3) and dc 15 into magic circle. sl st to join.
2: Increase in every stitch around. Sl st at the end. (30)
3: With black, sc two in the first stitch, then one in the next stitch. Repeat around. Sl st, then fasten off. (45)
4.Find middle of scarf, then sew button to both sides of the scarf. Pokeball scarf!

As usual, it's in my shop!

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And if you like keeping up to date with my new projects, happen to enjoy cats, or other such nonsense, follow me on my regular blog which you can find here!

Finally, I would like to say that I provide *ALL* of my patterns free of charge, but if you feel awesome and kind, there's a neat little donate button on the right-hand side of the blog. :3

As usual, this pattern is a Ramen Needles original and it would be awesome if you would not sell this pattern. Feel free to sell the finished product, but please please please (pretty please) credit it to me. I make these patterns for free (for now), but it's upsetting when people don't credit things to me. :c

Spiral Beanie

2011-08-02T07:05:00.003-07:00

I had made a hat similar to this (just using backpost double crochet, that's about all that is similar), but I just did not like it. It was too short and no matter how many alterations/additions/changes I made to the pattern, it pissed me off. I won't tell you what pattern it is, because I'm sure someone worked very hard on it. Badmouthing specific people seems mean.

I did really like the idea of the spiral though, but I figured I could make it the way I wanted. I asked if people on tumblr wanted the pattern. They said yes. Well, here it is. :)

Spiral Beanie
Stitches needed:
Ch - chain
dc - double crochet
bpdc - backpost double crochet
bptr - backpost triple crochet
fpdc - front post double crochet
sl st - slip stitch
** repeat what it is inside asterisks*

Yarn
I used one skein of Bamboo Ewe by Debbie Stoller, but really any worsted weight yarn will do.

Hook
I used an H hook!

Pattern:
Note: You will probably want to keep a stitch marker as to where you end, as this is crochet in the round!
1. Magic circle, or ch 4 and dc 12. Pull tight. (12)
2. bpdc increase around. (24)
3. *bpdc in next stitch, bpdc increase* (36)
4. *bpdc in next two stiches, bpdc increase* (48)
5. *bpdc in next three stitches, bpdc increase* (60)
6. *bpdc in next four stitches, bpdc increase* (72)
7. *bpdc in next five stitches, bpdc increase* (84)

This is as far as I usually increase for my hats. My head is approximately 21 inches around. If your head is larger, feel free to do another round of *bpdc in next six stitches, bpdc increase* but it is not necessary.

8. From here on, continue your hat, but rather than crocheting in bpdc, continue with bptr. Crochet around until hits the top of your ears.
9. When it hits the top of your ears, make your way to the back (should've had your stitch marker there!) and sl st into the hat.
10. Ch 3, then *fpdc, bpdc* around and join.
11. Repeat step 10 until you have three rows of ridges, or until satisfied with length of hat.

View of the hat from the top.

I realize these directions might be shaky/not definite enough, so let me know if there are any errors.

I can also crochet this hat for you if you do not know how. Contact me via email by ramenneedles@gmail.com or feel free to make a request via my shop! It is not currently in there, but feel free to look through there. I have lots of other neat stuff for sale. :D

I also have a blog that posts my most recent project, so if you like what I've posted and want to see what's new (and/or request a pattern), follow me here!

And last but not least, you can fan me on Facebook.

Thanks!

This pattern is a Ramen Needles original and it would be nice if you would be so kind as to not sell the pattern. Feel free to sell finished products, but please (pretty please) credit the pattern to me. It makes me sad when it happens, and if it happens too much, maybe I'll start selling patterns instead, you know? Or you could really awesome and click the donate button on the right side on my blog to support me in my crochet pattern endeavors! ;D

Fetus in a Jar Pattern

2011-08-02T07:05:00.001-07:00

Ohai!

Sorry I haven't posted a pattern in awhile. I've been... working. It's weird, it's almost like I'm an adult now! I originally made this about three weeks ago, and there was a positive response. I figure there's at least another sick fuck out there.

Also, I'd appreciate it if you didn't flame my comments. Don't like it? Don't make it. Look how easy that was! Haters be hatin'.

So, without further ado, here is my Fetus in a Jar pattern!

Admittedly, I have not tested this pattern yet, so if there are errors PLEASE let me know and I'll correct them! It's a bit more complicated that my normal patterns.

Materials:
-F hook
-Polyfil
-Pink Cotton Yarn
-Red Cotton Yarn
-Felt or Safety Eyes
-Tapestry Needle
-1 Mason Jar

Abbreviations:
-sc single crochet
-invdec invisible decrease
-inc increase
-trc triple (or treble) crochet
-ch chain
-sl st slip stitch
As usual ** means to crochet around

Pattern:
With pink,
1. ch 3, 6sc into 2nd ch from hook
2. inc around (12)
3. *1sc in next st, then inc* (18)
4. *1sc in next 2 st, then inc* (24)
5-11. sc around
12. sc 8, invdec, sc, invdec, sc, invdec, sc 8 (21)
13. sc 7, invdec x3, sc 8 (18)
14. sc 6, invdec x3, sc6 (15)
15. sc around
16. sc 7, inc, sc 7 (16)
17. sc 8, inc, sc 7 (17)
18. sc 8, inc, sc 9 (18)
19. sc 8, inc x2, sc 8 (20)
20-21. sc around
22. sc 8, invdec, sc 9 (19)
23. sc 8, invdec, sc 8 (18)
24. *sc 4, invdec* (15)
25. *sc 3, invdec* (12)
26. sl st, then switch directions and sc 6
27. *sc 1, invdec* until you come to a point (tip of the tail). Cut and FO.

Arms(x 2):
1. ch 9, in 2nd ch from hook, 3 trc
2. sl st across, FO and stitch to body

Umbilical Cord:
1. Cut three pieces of yarn the same length, two pink and one red (or vice versa)
2. Thread them into the belly button area of fetus. You should effectively have six strings.
3. Mix up the colors if you'd like for a more interesting pattern. Divide into three sections and braid the umbilical cord.
4. Cut a short piece of string and tie around the end of the braid to keep it from unraveling.

Congrats! You have a fetus!

And for those of you too lazy to whip it up, here it is, conveniently for your purchase! ;)

You're welcome to sell the finished product, but do not sell the pattern (that's MEAN, OKAY?!) and if you sell it, please credit it to me. If you happen to like what I do and feel the need to donate to my crochet endeavors, feel free to click that donate button on the right hand side... I'm a poor college student and you'd be my hero! :D

Nyan/Poptart Cat Scarf!

2011-08-02T07:04:00.000-07:00

Hi there. I'm afraid this pattern is no longer free, as there have been sellers on etsy who are selling products from this without giving my pattern credit. I have contacted them and asked them to give me credit. They did, but then decided to take my name out. So, because they spoil the fun, this pattern is no longer available for free. Until I come across a problem, the rest of my patterns will remain free. You can check out my shop to purchase this pattern.

Thanks.

Cathulhu Pattern

2011-08-02T07:02:00.000-07:00

I decided to be punny the other day and make a Cathulhu, which is a cat and Cthulhu hybrid. Ooh, yes. I did just do that. Here's the pattern. :)

Materials:
-Worsted Weight Yarn. I used Lily Sugar N' Cream Solids in Country Green. (Note: for my amigurumi, I always try to use cotton).
-g hook (or smaller if you prefer a tighter guage)
-safety eyes
-polyfil stuffing
-polyfil beads (I used black eyed peas, which also work!)

Abbreviations:
sc- single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
invdec – invisible decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
# in parentheses is # of stitches you should have at the end of the round
Repeat from ** five times

Pattern:
Head:
1. sl st, ch 2, then 5sc in 2nd ch from hook (5)
2. inc around (10)
3. *1sc in next st, then inc* (15)
4. *2sc in next 2 st, then inc* (20)
5. *3sc in next 3 st, then inc* (25)
6. *4sc in next 4 st, then inc* (30)
7. sc around (30)
8. *4sc in next 4st, then invdec* (25)
9. *3sc in next 3st, then invdec* (20)
10. *2sc in next 2st, then invdec* (15)
11. Add safety eyes here, stuff with polyfil, and FO.

Body:
1. sl st, ch 2, then 5sc in 2nd ch from hook (5)
2. inc around (10)
3. *1sc in next st, then inc* (15)
4 - 8. sc around
9. fill with polyfil beads, or beans, etc. Whip stitch to head.

Ears (make 2):
1. sl st, ch 2, 4sc in 2nd ch from hook (4)
2. 1sc, inc, 1sc, inc (6)
3. 2sc, inc, 2sc, inc (8). FO.

Tentacles (make three):
1. sl st, ch 8, 2sc in 2nd chain from hook (aka, an increase).
2. 2sc in every stitch across. Tentacles will curl.
3. FO and stitch to mouth area of head.

Tail (optional):
1. sl st, ch2, 6sc in 2nd ch from hook
2-8. sc around. FO and attach to body.

I'd love to see some finished products!

Feel free to sell the finished project, but don't sell the pattern. People will tell on you and I will be sad, and a sad crocheter is the saddest thing in the world. :c

Do you like my free patterns? Great! Do you want to support me in my future free crochet patterns endeavors? EVEN BETTER! There's a neat little 'donate' button on the right hand side of my blog so you can do so. You'll get to help pay for my ramen (and okay, maybe fund my yarn stash... and college education)!

Narwhal Pattern

2011-08-02T07:00:00.000-07:00

I've had a lot of people request my patterns and I've had to think about it. I had to actually figure out how to write a pattern (usually I just make them up as I go or make adjustments to a pattern I'm working on), and I also had to decide if I was going to charge for them or if I was going to just make them free.

I figured I'd make them all free because my thoughts are if you're a decent enough crocheter, you can figure out how to make pretty much anything. So, yeah. There you go. Here's my first pattern... it's a narwhal, at the request of some redditors. (Hi guys!)

Materials:
-Worsted Weight Yarn in your favorite Narwhal Color.
I used Lily Sugar N Cream in light blue, but stonewash in their denim series is fine. Or a dark blue, if you want a deeper narwhal
-Worsted Weight Yarn in White (for the tusk)
-safety eyes
-g hook (smaller if you want a tighter guage)
-polyfil stuffing

Abbreviations:
sc- single crochet
inc - increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dc - double crochet
hdc - half double crochet
trc - triple/treble crochet
invdec - invisible decrease ()
ch - chain
sl st - slip stitch
# in parentheses is # of stitches you should have at the end of the round
Repeat from ** six times

Pattern:
Body:
1. sl st, then ch 2.
2. 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)
3. Increase around (12)
4. *1sc in next st, then inc* (18)
5. *1sc in next 2 st, then inc* (24)
6. *1sc in next 3 st, then inc* (30)
7-11. sc around (30 x 5 = 150!)
12. *1sc in next 3 st, then invdec* (24)
13. sc around (24)
14. *1sc in next 2st, then invdec* (18)
15 - 17. sc around
(You will probably want to place eyes and stuff your narwhal here!)
18. *1 sc, invdec* (12)
19 - 20. sc around
21. Close up the tail. Make sure your eyes are situated the way you want them to be, as in you want them to be even to the tail. Stick your crochet hook through your stitch, and the stitch on the other side, then sc on top of that stitch. I've included two pictures to try to illustrate a little further.

The first stitch

Crocheting on top.

You should have six stitches which will close up the tail.

For the actual fin:
ch 1, dc in next st, 3trc in next st, sl st, sl st, 3trc in next st, dc. FO.

Fins (make two):
1. ch 4
2. hdc in next st, then another hdc in the next st. FO.
Yes, they're small and easy. :)

Tusk:
1. ch 3, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook
2-8. sc around, FO

Stitch together! There's your narwhal.

For those of you who like my work, feel free to check out my actual blog here!

And those of you too lazy to make your own, my narwhal is available in my shop, too!

(Hey! Psst! Do you like my patterns? Do you want me to keep them free forever? Yeah! That'd be awesome! You can help me in my future crochet endeavors by clicking the 'donate' button on the right side of the page... To fund ramen and college! :D)