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Marly Bird 3-in-1 Knit and Crochet Handwarmers

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Everybody loves a good mitten, but what about a mitten that has a removable top or a pair of fingerless mitts? YESSSS! I hear you; those are equally loved. Trust me, I know and because of that, I want to make sure that you know about my 3-in-1 knit and crochet handwarmers patterns. Originally this was a Yarnspirations CAL/KAL but now the free patterns are available for you on their website. Moreover, you have video support for each step of the way, making it easy to make these handwarmers that you can craft in three different styles each.

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3 in 1 handwarmers crochet and knit patterns

Mittens, Fingerless Mitts, and Convertible Mittens

Learn three ways to make a pair of hand warmers – six ways if you are bicrafty and can both knit and crochet! I've designed a basic pattern that can be turned into a pair of mittens, fingerless mittens, or convertible mittens depending on the finishing techniques that you select. Choose to knit or crochet or follow use both patterns; end up with 1 pair or 3 pairs or 6 pairs of hand warmers you will love.

Customizable Designs For Everyone!

Make a pair for anyone that you want to give a gift to. Make several pairs for yourself. Change up the colors to fit your style and enjoy the fun of making along with others.

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knit handwarmers free pattern
crochet handwarmers free pattern

Skill Level Required for 3-in-1 Knit and Crochet Handwarmers Patterns

This project was originally a Yarnspirations CAL/KAL. Before those begin, many people ask me, “how good do I need to be at the craft to join in?” I understand that. You want to make sure you can actually make the project before you start. However, oftentimes these patterns have more to do with your drive than your current skill level. The pattern and video support make it so that you can finish these patterns.

Here is my best skill level advice as to what is needed for these knit and crochet handwarmer patterns. If you're a confident beginner crocheter who is comfortable with making chains and single crochets, then I think you can absolutely do this. If you are an advanced beginner knitter who is comfortable with knits and purls and is ready to try something a little more challenging, then you can do this. The biggest challenge for you will be using the double pointed needles and working the stranded knitting but I go over that in the videos.

You might also want to check out BiCrafty Bootcamp: To Learn Knitting or To Learn Crochet … the tips in these posts and videos are invaluable for helping you when you get stuck.

Notes For The Knit and Crochet Handwarmer Patterns

SPOILER ALERT: In the videos, I've offered some alternative patterns for the body of the hand warmers on my website that might be a little easier for those who struggle with the colorwork on this pattern.

Because I know there are going to be knitters who ask, yes, you can make these fingerless mittens, mittens or convertible mittens with the magic loop technique or two circulars or even 9″ circular needles. I discuss how to do this in the videos but the pattern is written for double pointed needles.

3 in 1 Hand Warmer Video Tutorials

You'll find 3 knit videos and 3 crochet videos that go with these patterns. These videos are progressive, meaning each video will build upon the previous video as I teach you how to make these fun mittens, fingerless mittens or convertible mittens. Therefore, you want to start with the first video for either craft and move through them accordingly.

Here are those video links:

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Video 1: Nov. 16, 2020
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Video 2: Nov. 19, 2020
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Video 3: Nov. 23, 2020
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Join me for one pair of hand warmers or all six! The pattern was designed by me and I must say, I am in love!

3 in 1 Hand Warmer Materials

Four pairs of blue, green, and white knitted mittens with detailed patterns displayed on a light blue surface.

Crochet

SIZE

One size to fit average adult. Size 8” hand circumference

GAUGE

16  sc  and  16  rows  =  4″  [10  cm] with smaller hook.

14 splsc and 14 rounds = 4″ [10 cm] with larger hook.

YARN

Red Heart® With Love™

1 ball each color

Color A: Oxford

Color B: Rainforest Stripe

HOOK

US 7/G

US 8/H

NOTIONS

Stitch markers, tapestry needle

Knitting

SIZE

One size to fit average adult. Size 8″ hand circumference

GAUGE

16 sts 20 rows = 4” [10 cm] with U.S. 8 (5 mm) in pat.

YARN

Red Heart® With Love™

1 ball each color

Color A: Sweet Pink          

Color B:   Passion Stripe

NEEDLES

Sizes U.S. 7 (4.5 mm) and U.S. 8 (5 mm) Double Pointed Needles or size needed to obtain gauge.

NOTIONS

Stitch markers, tapestry needle

Four pairs of pink hand warmers with red and orange checkered stitches are shown against a light pink background.

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Everyone likes different knit and crochet hand warmer patterns, which these 3-in-1 designs accommodate. We're curious: what kind do you like best? Fingerless? Fingerless with thumb hole? Convertible? Mittens? Gloves? Share your thoughts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really make these handwarmers in three different styles?

Yes! Honestly, the basic pattern is super versatile. You can finish it as mittens, fingerless mitts, or convertible mittens depending on the techniques you use at the end. So here's the thing… you get three styles from one pattern!

I'm new to knitting, can I still make these?

Honestly, if you're an advanced beginner knitter who knows knits and purls and is ready for a bit of a challenge, you totally got this! The videos will walk you through using double pointed needles and stranded knitting, which might be new, but you can do it!

Do I have to knit and crochet to make all six pairs of handwarmers?

Well, yes and no! You can choose to knit or crochet just one pair, or if you're bi-crafty like me, you can use both patterns to make up to six pairs. How cool is that?!

Are there videos to help me if I get stuck?

Oh, absolutely! There are three knit videos and three crochet videos that go along with the patterns. They're progressive, so you'll want to start with the first one for whichever craft you're using.

What skill level is needed for these patterns?

So here's the thing… while they're listed as advanced beginner, your drive is the most important part! If you're comfortable with basic stitches in crochet or knitting, and you're ready to try something a little more challenging, you can definitely finish these. The video support is there to help you every step of the way!

7 Crafty Ways to Kick The New Year Off Right

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Happy Crafty New Year! Do you have big plans and goals and resolutions for 2021? Or are you taking it more mellow and easing into the year instead, just happy to have survived 2020 mostly intact? Whether you want to start off big or small, indulging in your love for craft can be a great way to start the new year. Here are 7 crafty ways to kick the new year off right:

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1. Pick a Word of the Year

One way to approach a new year is to choose a “word of the year.” It's a word that you can use a touchstone throughout the months to come. It can help guide you, center you, and remind you of what your priorities are. How do you apply that to crafting? Check out our full post on Choosing and Using a Crafty Word of the Year.

2. Start a Year-Long (or Big) Project

Get yourself on the right foot with the crafty new year by starting a huge project today. It might be a year-long project. Examples include:

  • Crocheting one motif every day to be put together into a blanket at the end of the year.
  • Taking a photo every day for Instagram related to yarn, knitting, or crochet.
  • Joining a 365 project on social media.
  • Starting a knitting or crochet blog.
  • Choosing a “one every month” project (making one scarf per month for example) and starting the first one today.

One really wonderful type of project that people often begin at New Year's is the temperature blanket. Learn more:

We also suggest doing a variation on the temperature blanket this year by tying it to another goal you care about. It's called a Habit Tracker Blanket.

2a. Join Marly Bird's Daily Prompts

Each day, we'll give you a daily prompt for your knitting / crochet. Prompts include project ideas, book recommendations, articles to read, days to buy yarn, etc. More details coming on the blog on 1/1/22.

3. Take Five Minutes to Knit or Crochet

Kicking off the new year doesn't have to mean doing something big. You can take just five minutes today to knit or crochet. This is a way of honoring the craft and the value that it has in your life. It's a way of reminding yourself that it's important to you, important enough to make room for it at the beginning of a new year. And it's a good time to stop and think about what you want in crafting in 2021.

4. Reflect Upon Your Last Year in Craft

Take some time to reflect upon your last year in craft. This can be a big thing or a small thing. For example:

  • Many people use the Top 9 tool to collect their most popular nine Instagram photos of the year – are any of yours craft related?
  • You might also do a short social media story or slide show highlighting your favorite makes of the year.
  • Did you accomplish something you're really proud of? Print out a blank certificate of accomplishment for it and give yourself an award.
  • Or go back through all of your WIP and FO images of the past year and catalog them in a scrapbook or journal.

5. Learn a New Craft or Technique

Challenge yourself to learn something new this year. If you knit, learn to crochet (or weave or embroider or whatever). Or choose a new technique to learn within your craft. If you crochet, try broomstick lace or tapestry crochet. You might not actually start learning the craft today (although you could!) But you can take initial steps including:

  • Choosing the craft or technique that you'll learn.
  • Committing to a plan publicly through social media. (Hashtag #marlymademedoit if you want me to see it!)
  • Ordering (or taking out of storage) the supplies that you'll need to get started.
  • Finding a class and signing up for it.
  • Locating a blog, online tutorials, or other resources that can help you learn.
  • Reaching out to friends to see if anyone else wants to learn with you.

6. Make Something For Yourself

Take some time today to knit or crochet something just for yourself. It might be something small. Or it might be a small start on a bigger gift to yourself. So often we craft for others (especially throughout the holiday season.) Turn your attention to yourself. It's a great way to start a crafty new year.

7. Give Gratitude to Your Craft

Craft gives you so much. It may provide comfort, healing, excitement, inspiration, focus, distraction, community … and so much more. Take the time today, through prayer or making a list or whatever works for you, to just give a little gratitude for the craft. If you want to go further, consider how you learned the craft, who has influenced you, and how you get your craft supplies as areas for additional gratitude.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's a “word of the year” thingy?

So here's the thing… picking a word of the year is like choosing a special touchstone for the months ahead! It can help guide you and remind you of what's most important to you. You can totally make it crafty by checking out my post on choosing and using a crafty word of the year!

I want to start a BIG project, any ideas?

Oh my goodness, yes! Honestly… starting a big project is such a fun way to kick off the new year. You could crochet a motif every day for a blanket, take a yarn-related photo daily for Instagram, or even join a 365 project. A temperature blanket is also a classic choice!

Do I *have* to do something huge to start the new year crafty?

Definitely not! Yes! You can totally just take five minutes to knit or crochet. It’s all about honoring your craft and making a little space for it. It’s a lovely way to remind yourself how important it is to you.

Can you give me ideas for looking back on my crafty year?

Of course! Honestly… reflecting on your past year in craft can be so rewarding. You might use the Top 9 tool on Instagram to see your most popular posts, create a slideshow of your favorite makes, or even just go through your WIP and FO photos and catalog them in a journal. You could even give yourself a little award!

What if I want to learn something totally new this year?

Oh, that's exciting! Yes! Challenging yourself to learn a new craft or technique is a fantastic way to start the year. If you knit, maybe try crochet, or vice-versa! You could also dive into a new technique within your favorite craft, like broomstick lace or tapestry crochet.

Treat Yourself with This Sophisticated, Chic Knit Lace…

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Chic Lace Knit Hat Free Pattern For Advanced Beginners

Are you looking for a chic and sophisticated knit hat pattern? Look no further – you've found the one. It has delicate baby knit cables that are soft and sweet. The knit lace work is exquisite, if I do say so myself. And if you find the right yarn to work with, this can be a truly stylish slouchy hat. Learn more about this chic knit lace hat free pattern now.

Let's Talk About The Yarn

When I originally designed this knit lace hat free pattern, I used Universal Yarns “Eden Silk” which has unfortunately been discontinued. It was a blend of merino wool and silk that had the perfect sheen and shine for a sophisticated hat. Moreover, it came in a pink blush color that had a soft romance to it.

That said, there are so many different yarn options out there. This is hardly the only one that will work. So, take a look through your yarn stash and see if you have something comparable. You want a DK weight or light worsted. So, for example, you might want to try Patons Silk Bamboo Yarn This is 70% bamboo and 30% silk, giving it excellent sheen and drape. Sugar Bush Bliss might be a little bit too lightweight but the blend of 70% extra fine superwash merino, 20% mulberry silk, 10% cashmere does make it a choice worth trying,

Take the time to find the right yarn for this project. Treat yourself. You'll be glad that you did.

knit lace hat free pattern by Marly Bird

The Big Impact of Baby Cables

Baby cables make this knit lace hat free pattern really special. You get that cabling effect but in a soft and subtle way. The baby cables are a special stitch.

You'll do the following: Knit 2 sts together, leaving sts on lhn, then knit into the first st again, slip both sts off lhn.

The result is lovely knit cables that are different from what you normally see. It's special, and it allows you to practice something new which is always fun, too. Other knitters will notice and ask you about the stitch,

A Knit Lace Hat Can Be Slouchy

When you think about a knit lace hat free pattern that is chic and soft and sophisticated, you probably think of a beanie. In other words, you likely think of something that clings close to the head. However, a slouch hat can be sophisticated, and this pattern shows you how. Made with instructions for three different sizes, you can make it slightly slouchy or super slouchy. Paired with curly hair, it's especially romantic, but it works for almost anyone.

Take The Time To Finish It Right

This is one of those knit hat patterns that you definitely want to block before you wear it. After all, you've gone to the effort to make those pretty lace stitches. Blocking the work will open them up and really showcase them. The baby cables look great set against that open lace.

Get The Knit Lace Hat Free Pattern

This knit lace hat free pattern is available right here on the site. Click here or on the image below. When you go to that link, you'll also see that you can purchase an ad-free version of the pattern on Ravelry if you prefer that option.

Chic Knit Lace Hat Free Pattern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of yarn should I use for this hat?

So here's the thing… The original yarn used for this pattern, Universal Yarns “Eden Silk,” has been discontinued. You'll want to look for a DK weight or light worsted yarn. Some great options to try are Patons Silk Bamboo Yarn or Sugar Bush Bliss, keeping in mind the latter might be a bit lighter.

What makes the baby cables special in this pattern?

Honestly… baby cables give you that lovely cabled look but in a super soft and subtle way that's different from traditional cables. It's a really special stitch that's fun to practice and will definitely get noticed by other knitters!

Can this knit lace hat be slouchy?

Yes! The pattern is designed with three different sizes so you can achieve a slightly slouchy or a super slouchy look. It's especially romantic with curly hair, but works for pretty much everyone!

Should I block my hat after knitting it?

Oh, absolutely! You've worked so hard on those pretty lace stitches, and blocking will really help them open up and shine. It makes those baby cables stand out beautifully against the open lace work.

Where can I find the free knit lace hat pattern?

You can get the free pattern right here on the site! Just click on the link provided or the images, and you'll be taken to where you can download it. There's also an ad-free PDF version available on Ravelry if you prefer that option.

Game Day Mystery Make-Along 2021

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The Annual Game Day Mystery Make-Along with Marly Bird is back! It's time to gear up for Sunday's Big Game in the way that crafters do best. So, get your needles or your hooks ready for the big Mystery Make-Along project that we will all do together throughout the day. That's right: we're calling all knitters and crocheters from around the world to come together on February 7th for Game Day Mystery Make-Along 2021!

If you have joined us over the last couple of years, then you already know that this make-along is a lot of fun. We have always had an AWESOME time connecting with the craft community in this way on Game Day. And each year, we've learned a little bit more about how to make the process even better. (Is that possible? Yes it is!) Game Day Mystery Make-Along 2021 is going to be better than ever.

It doesn't matter at all what team you're rooting for on Game Day. In fact, it doesn't matter if you don't want to root for any team at all. Either way, let's get together online, have a wonderful time crafting, and make some beautiful pieces before the end of the day! Oh, and in addition to all that – there will be Game Day prizes! Keep reading for all of the details.

Game Day Mystery Make-Along 2021
4th Annual Game Day Event with Marly Bird

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