Rustic Bobble Blanket - new crochet pattern from HanJan

A great new pattern to share with you today! This blanket was designed for a very trendy young man called Samuel, he's just 5 weeks old now and is just adorable! I was trying to find a way to have a soft, fun, modern and natural looking blanket that can be treausured forever and I think I've managed it.

The pattern is all about textures and uses lots of fun bobbles and alternate use of front and back loops so that you never get bored making it!

The finished blanket as shown measures 90cm by 90cm but you can easily increase or decrease your start chain to make it any size you like. I am tempted to make a big one as a sofa throw to keep for myself!

It uses a 5mm crochet hook so grows nice and quickly and has a lovely drape to make it soft. You will need about 300g of double knit yarn in Buff, and 100g each of a Soft Grey and Moss Green, although you can use whichever colours you would like to.

If you would like the pattern then follow the link  to Etsy (pattern priced at £2.49)

Bobble Blanket Patterns

Hope you like it and enjoy making it too! Have a look and like the Facebook page to keep up to date with all things HanJan!

An Exciting New Home for HanJan!

I am so pleased to share with you that HanJan has a new home! A place where the HanJan blog, gallery and shop can all be together under one roof - www.hanjancrochet.com

Please have a look and see what you think - it is still under construction at the moment but have put lots on already. I am hoping to have an interactive gallery too so that all the wonderful people that make my patterns can post their fab photos on there too! I already have a stash of them ready to go....

Bathroom, Boots and Jester Hats...

Simply Crochet Issue 3

Simply Crochet Issue Three is in the shops now and I'm so pleased to say it has more HanJan patterns in it for you! The fab magazine has loads of patterns and ideas and they have chosen to feature my baby buckle shoes in the most gorgeous colours along with some towel edgings and soap saver bag that I designed for their ' Bathing Beauties' section.

Bath towel crochet edgings by HanJan

NEW PATTERN ALERT!......

A super cute new pattern launched today by HanJan - Jester Tassel Hats. These came from a design of a Santa style hat I made with springy spirals instead of a bobble and I just couldn't resist making a jester style pattern by just adding another point to the hat!

Jester Tassel Hats by HanJan

 So, the hats are deceptively easy to make - no tricky shaping, you just start at the bottom and work your way up to one point then join the yarn in again and make the other point. The tassels are so easy and you can make them as long or short or colourful as you like.

The great thing about the design is that the soft double knit yarn means that the points don't stand on end but flop over - so adorable on little ones! The pattern comes in 3 sizes, newborn, baby and child (up to 4 years).

They are worked with a 6mm crochet hook so have plenty of stretch in them and grow really quickly when you are making them too! They use about 70g of double knit yarn (50g of the main colour and 20g of the contrasting one).



If you want to make a Jester Tassel Hat, or 2.... then follow the links below:

UK Jester Hat Pattern

US Jester Hat Pattern

I have so much on the go at the moment... 3 baby blankets, 2 baby shoes designs, kimono style cardigans, mittens and so much more, plus I am starting to think about getting crafty for my wedding which is in September - so many ideas to keep me busy!

Rave Reviews of HanJan Patterns!

A fabulous week for HanJan - still riding high on the contributions to Simply Crochet Issue 2 and now some fantastic reviews of my bestselling patterns! 

My Zigzag Blanket and Baby Ugg Style Boots have always been great selling patterns mostly from them being pinned and repinned so much! I thought I might share some of the lovely comments that have been left about them...

Danielle of glitter-bug-blog has left a great review of the Baby Boots and some great photos too....just love the busy bee buttons! 

'Then came my next project, I was trying to find a free pattern for a cute pair of baby boots but was unsuccessful in finding the level of cuteness I wanted for free so I had to buy a pattern. BOY oh BOY and I glad I did, I purchased the Baby Wrap Around ‘Ugg’ style baby bootie from HanJanCrochet on Etsy and I am so wonderfully pleased at how they turned out. Hannah was just the most wonderful person to deal with and helped me out with detailed emails explaining the parts I didn’t understand. I had the pattern in my inbox the next morning when I woke up. I was so pleased I started straight away, I did have a few hiccups but that was purely because I am not very advanced in understand the terms of crochet and Hannah was more than helpful, she emailed me back in great time and was always kind and informative. I could not have found a better seller to make my first Etsy purchase from and they price was more than reasonable!!!

The booties turned out so adorable,  that after the first pair I made a second to go with the blanket! Aren’t they adorable. If you want a copy of the pattern just head to Hannah’s Etsy shop!'

HanJan Baby Boots made by Danielle

HanJan Baby Boots made by Danielle

 Next up is a review of my Cream Zigzag Blanket Pattern on Craftsy....

Pattern Reviews

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Wonderful pattern. Very classy and elegant  January 16, 2013

Roman_Toyger

'I love this pattern. It worked up quickly and it turned out very elegant. Just perfect for a boy... or even a girl. No frills... just simple elegance. GORGEOUS!

All in all I'm very happy I purchased this pattern and did it for my best friends new baby boy. Hope she loves it as much as I do.'

New Pattern - Pretty Peter Pan Collars

New Peter Pan Collar Pattern from HanJan

A new pattern to share with you all today - literally hot off the press, I just finished editing it this morning!

Upcycling is so trendy right now - what better way of breathing new life into a dress, top or jacket than adding a gorgeous Peter Pan Collar?

The pattern uses Sirdar Snuggly Kisses yarn so is luxurious and light around your neck and each collar can be personalised with a vintage button from your stash.

There are five sizes included so everyone can have one - baby, toddler, child, teen and adult. Once your friends have seen yours they are sure to ask for one too!
Skill Level - Easy

For each collar you will need:
50g Sirdar Snuggly Kisses Double Knit: 55% nylon, 45% acrylic (165m in 50g)
A 4mm crochet hook
A tapestry needle
A vintage button of your choice from your stash (we all have one....)

To buy this pattern just click below.....

US Peter Pan Collar Pattern

UK Peter Pan Collar Pattern

 As I predicted - this one has come to life before the rustic blanket that I keep talking about....it is still going but have squeezed in time to make some adorable baby loafer shoes to so who knows what will come next!

Simply HanJan in Print....

I am so pleased to share with you that some HanJan patterns have found themselves into the fab new Simply Crochet Magazine! My patterns for cute winter Baby Boots and vintage inspired Jam Jar Covers are amongst 41 other fantastic and fun patterns.

Simply Crochet Issue Two out now!

The jar covers are part of a feature of Kitchen Ideas including a tea pot cosy, mug warmers, shelf edgings, dishcloths, pot holders, stool cover and egg cosies. They all have a wonderful vintage vibe and are quick and easy makes so perfect for beginners. The jar covers look fab against Kyoko Nakayoshis sweet egg cosies!

HanJan Jam Jar Covers

The magazine is jam-packed(!) with great designs, style tips and trends along with a valuable advice article on selling on Etsy and Craftsy. Overall, a fabulous read perfect for curling up with when it's so cold outside!

I also wanted to share a pattern with you that I had almost forgotten all about - my White Shell Lace Blanket. I have just spent a lovely week away with friends, one of which has the gorgeous 8 month old Katie who this blanket was designed for. I'm glad to say it is still going very strong - it is a play mat, a cuddle blanket and lives in her pushchair - a perfect all rounder.

It is made from pure white soft 4ply baby yarn and involves shell panels joined together by rows of double and treble stitches and finished off with a soft ruffle shell edge.

To find the pattern just follow the link.....

UK White Shell Lace Blanket Pattern

US White Shell Lace Blanket Pattern

I'm still going on the Rustic Blanket I spoke of before and have been distracted by some cute Peter Pan style collars...they may well make an appearance before the blanket!

Simply Crochet and Simply Beautiful

Happy New Year to you all!....A little late I realise, but the thought is still there!

Simply Crochet....

I am delighted to share a fab new magazine with you - Simply Crochet. It is from Future Publishing who are behind Simply Knitting and finally we have a whole magazine dedicated to us crochet fanatics - hurrah I hear you cry!

The magazine is fresh, fun and engaging for all skill levels with articles, patterns, interviews and much much more. It is a granny-tastic take on all things crochet and I can't wait to see what they come up with next month! It is available from all good magazine stockists and you can also get some great online deals if you sign up for a subscription.




Simply Beautiful....
 
I also wanted to share a blanket pattern with you perfect for any Spring baby girls on their way... Freya's Flower Blanket is my take on a vintage vibe baby blanket - it uses lots of little squares, some plain, some glittery (!), some with flowers and some pink, all joined with a textured double crochet (single for US), and edged with a pretty picot style edge. It is inspired by a blanket that I had as a baby that I saw in an old photograph!

You simply make 35 squares of the same pattern, 14 of which have flowers worked into them. The blanket here is worked in a combination of whites and pinks but there are endless possibilities for you to make yours unique. Maybe you could try some pretty pastel colours?

The finished blanket measures 60cm by 78cm and needs approximately 370g of DK wool in a mixtue of pink and white plain and shimmer yarns, all of which is detailed in the instructions.

 To find the pattern simply click through to my Etsy shop or follow the links below depending on whether you would like US or UK terms.

Freya Flower Blanket UK crochet pattern

Freya Flower Blanket US crochet pattern

I hope you enjoy it!

Coming soon.... a rustic boys bobble blanket - it's still in the making but can't wait for you to see it!

S