Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Free Pattern: Devil Horns!
After a quick decision to run an upcoming Halloween 5K in a devil costume, I went on a hunt for devil horns. But the ones I found in stores were shoddy and expensive so I decided to make my own! Shockingly, I couldn't find a pattern so I ended up designing my own :) And because I love to spread the Halloween love, the Devil Horns is a free pattern! Here's the Ravelry link so you can download it there. For those not on Ravelry, here's the pattern, enjoy!
Devil Horns
By Kala Hotakainen of Vegancraftastic
Need a quick costume idea? Look no further! I cooked up this easy to crochet devil horned headband with last minute costumers in mind - because there’s nothing scarier than missing out on Halloween fun!
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft in Autumn Red - less than one skein
Supplies: Small amount of fiberfill, yarn needle
Hook: US size G (4.5mm)
Gauge: Gauge is not crucial for this project, but I got 3.5 stitches to the inch working half double crochet flat.
Abbreviations Used: Ch - chain, HDC - half double crochet, Inc - increase (work two sc in one stitch), Sc - single crochet.
Headband:
Ch 10
HDC in each chain
Ch 2, turn, work hdc across row
Work the last row until the headband measures 21 inches or desired length. Be sure to try on the headband as you work, as your head size will most likely differ from mine.
When desired length is reached, cut yarn and leave a long tail (at least 12 inches) for seaming. Seam the short ends of the headband using whip stitch. Weave in all ends.
Horns:
Ch 2
Work 4 sc in 2nd ch from hook
Inc in every stitch - 8 sts
Sc in every stitch
Sc in every stitch
Inc in the first two stitches, sc to end of round - 10 sts
Sc in every stitch
Inc in the first two stitches, sc to end of round - 12 sts
Sc in every stitch
Inc in the first two stitches, sc to end of round - 14 sts
Sc in every stitch
Inc in the first two stitches, sc to end of round - 16 sts
Finish off and leave a long tail (at least 12 inches) for seaming.
Repeat for second horn.
Putting it all together:
Stuff horns lightly and sew one horn to headband, if you have someone to help it makes it easier to position the horns. Otherwise, put the headband on and use a mirror to help decide where you want your horns. Sew second horn to headband. For pointy horns, you are done and only have to weave in your ends. If you want your horns to curve in a bit, use the yarn tail from seaming the horns to the band and poke it through the side of the horn. Pinch the horn together a bit and use small stitches to shape the horn. Don’t worry about perfection here, just sew it until it looks right to you. Weave in all ends and admire your devilish handiwork!
Kala Hotakainen of http://www.vegancraftastic.blogspot.com/ . This pattern is for personal use only, you may not sell this pattern or items made from it, thanks!
-kala
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17 comments:
You are so cute! I suppose this can't be converted to knitting? I am the worst crocheter ever. Did I just make up that word?
The devil horns are adorable (and evil :)! I love them. Now, if only I knew how to crochet. Thanks for sharing!
That's so awesome!
Super cute!
You're so cool... I wish I was your friend. Oh wait, I am!
Yay! A crochet pattern! I swear every cool pattern I find is usually for knitting. This looks super cute and I must try with the extra yarn I have around. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for stopping by my blog. I appreciate your comment.
You are so talented! I've tried knitting several times in the past year, and I'm having such a hard time with it. Yes, I can knit, and I can purl. But if I make one little mistake, I'm completely baffled and lost. Just can't seem to figure out the anatomy of those stitches!
Genius!
so cute and creative. good luck in the 5K!
ooo. have fun running that 5k! :D & thanks for the freebie pattern. very awesome of you.
These are super awesome fantabulous!
Oh these are so cool!
I love these... may have to whip some up tomorrow to wear for the trick or treaters.
Too cute! What a great, fun pattern. I'm so glad you commented so I could check it out! I'm bookmarking this guy for next year for sure.
Ha, adorable! I just wish I had an extra day (or three) to make a pair.
I just did a pair in black as a gift for my sister... Gargoyles have horns too!
Thank you for the pattern! These turned out GREAT! Your pattern was clear and easy to follow. Thank you!!
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