Bobbles Beanie FREE Crochet Pattern

Last month Lionbrand announced that they would be teaming up with Stomp Out Bullying (the leading national anti-bullying and cyberbullying organization for kids and teens in the U.S.). Their goal is to increase awareness on the impact bullying has on children and teens by rallying together and making blue hats to wear proudly through October -- Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. Having some personal experiences and now having a young school-aged daughter, I know first-hand how words can really affect our kids. From the moment I first heard about this project, I knew I wanted to help make a difference! So, I grabbed some of my favorite blue yarn and came up with this new design. I even made another one in Rainbow colors and decided to share the pattern with you guys!

MY LOVE Beanie FREE Crochet Pattern

Since I recently started hand dyeing yarn again, I knew I had to use some of it to work up something special! What better way than to create a FREE crochet pattern for you guys? My original idea was to create a shawl design. I love shawls and have always wanted to design my own, but it just wasn't coming out the way I had envisioned. I was so disappointed! I decided to frog it and go with something completely different. (I haven't forgotten about the shawl, it will come when inspiration strikes!) But, for now.. it's still super cold here in NY and I figured a cute slouchy beanie would be perfect. With it being February, the month of love - I grabbed my pretty "Mon Amour" colorway and voila!