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Why do you join at the end of every round instead of placing a marker and do continuous crocheting?

The answer is simple: It’s how I learned. It makes it easier to keep stitch count for every round as you know exactly where the round begins and ends. There is a definite stopping/starting point so making stripes/changing colors easier. I end every round the same way. After you make the last stitch in the round you slip stitch into the very first stitch you made in the same round to close the round. Then I work one chain and turn the piece so I am now working over the stitches I just made in the previously worked round.

Do I have to use the same brand of yarn that your used?

No. Some people may be allergic or prefer to work with only natural fibers or it’s just not a brand carried in your area. It is important however to use the same weight of yarn. So if the pattern calls for a medium weight or #4 yarn that is the kind you need to find in order to get the same sizes and look as the original design.

Gauge is the average measurement for how many stitches you should have per inch and how many rows of per inch while using the yarn and hook stated in the crochet pattern.

How do I find the gauge of my yarn?

Work a sample or swatch with your yarn and size of hook your pattern calls for. Normally I do a 10 stitch by 6-8 rows sample. I then measure the stitches at the top, middle and bottom of the piece. This way I see if I have changed my tension (worked the stitches looser or tighter) and get an idea of how close I am to the gauge listing in the pattern. This way I can decide if I need to crochet looser or tighter or go up or down a hook size.

Why is gauge so important?

Gauge is just as important as the finished size and material listing on a pattern. Nothing is more irritating than spending days on a crochet project to only find out you need to unravel it all because it isn’t sizing out correctly. By taking the time to work a sample swatch you know right away if you are way off with your crocheting style and end up with a much smaller or larger piece than what the pattern calls for. It also helps when using a different yarn that what the pattern calls for.

What happens if I change hook sizes?

I’m often asked if a pattern calls for size H hook can I use a G hook instead, the answer is no. By going up or down even one size in hook you can completely change the finished size of your project. It will also change your gauge.

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Elephant - Infant Hat Crochet Pattern With Tutorials - Digital Download

DonnasCrochetDesigns

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Now with more photos!

New Tutorial added on how to layer the Elephant's face.

You get the pattern to make an infant size Elephant hat.

You get the instructions to make either a 14" or 16" circumference hat.

The eyes, nose, ears and cheeks are made separately and then sewn to the hat.

You need to know how to:
Single Crochet
Half Double Crochet
Double Crochet
Crochet in Rounds

You will need:
2-3 oz Heather Gray Red Heart Super Saver (#4) yarn
Size 10 crochet thread in Pink, White and Blue
Size 7 & H crochet hooks
Needle to take yarn
Needle to take crochet thread

This is an intermediate pattern.

Pattern is written in US terms.

You can find other animal patterns in my shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/DonnasCrochetDesigns?ref=seller-platform-mcnav§ion_id=18626986

Make it your own by changing the colors and type of yarns you use.

Great gift for Babies!

How you get the pattern:
This is a pdf pattern. Etsy will send you an e-mail with a link where you can download the pattern.
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https://www.etsy.com/au/help/article/3949

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This is an original pattern of my own design. Author holds all rights.
Any item you make from one of my patterns you may sell. You cannot sell or give the pattern away.
If you do sell the finish product please do not use my photos.

I have been designing crochet patterns for over 20 years. I have designed for Annie’s Attic, Needlecraft Shop, Maggie’s Crochet, Crochet magazine and many more.

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“I didn't quite like the eyes so I stitched it on with yarn to match my cats yellow eyes. Next time, I think I'll try to use safety eyes and stitch around them with the yellow. It will look neater.”

Susan

Jan 25, 2026

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