Lori Stade


Biography

Lori Stade is an accomplished designer of crocheting and knitting patterns. She also teaches Spanish and Russian language at her local high school. The art of crocheting and knitting was passed down to her by the maternal side of her family. Her great-grandmother, grandmother and mother always involved her in needlework as she was growing up. They were a wonderful inspiration to her and today, whenever she has a spare moment, you can find her with some kind of needlework project going.

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Books

Loopy Brim Hat Knitting Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.00 USD. 800 words. Published on May 5, 2013. Nonfiction.

Start a trend when you model this hat in front of family and friends. The hat has a fluffy loopy brim, knitted with the loop or fur stitch. The rest of the hat is simply knit in the round. I have included a link to my first online tutorial of the loop stitch in the pattern. Although I suggest Malabrigo Worsted, any worsted yarn may be used.
Pretty Petals Hat & Scarf Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 1590 words. Published on January 9, 2013. Nonfiction.

Crochet this pretty hat and scarf set with floral granny square motifs. It is made with worsted weight yarn. Skill level - intermediate. The crochet instructions are step-by step with photo illustrations. Hat has 22” brim and scarf measures 68”.
Sock Monkey Baby Booties Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.95 USD. 1080 words. Published on December 29, 2012. Nonfiction.

This is a crochet pattern for making sock monkey baby booties. They are crocheted using worsted weight yarn. Pattern is easy to read, with step by step instructions. The booties will fit a 3 to 9 month old baby. The sole of the bootie measures approximately 4 inches.
Candy Cane Holder Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $1.99 USD. 760 words. Published on December 9, 2012. Nonfiction.

This is a holder for a candy cane that can be either a Christmas tree ornament or a package decoration. It makes a nice last minute gift for a co-worker or friend. Size when finished: height 7”, width 2”. You will need worsted weight yarn, size H US, 5 mm or 6 UK/CAD hook, silk ribbon and 8mm to 14mm faceted beads. Pattern is easy to read, with step by step instructions.
Lighted Christmas Tree Door Decoration Knitting Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.99 USD. 920 words. Published on November 10, 2012. Nonfiction.

Knit a pretty door decoration for the holidays! The Christmas tree lights up with small strands of battery operated LED lights. Their battery packs are tucked away in the pocket of the tree trunk. The tree is knitted in garter stitch, using two strands of yarn. The pattern is easy to read with step by step instructions.
Christmas Tree Door Decoration Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 1810 words. Published on October 25, 2012. Nonfiction.

Create a lighted Christmas tree door decoration to greet your guests as they arrive to share the holidays. Battery operated LED lights provide the sparkle and worsted weight yarn provides the colors of Christmas. This pattern uses a stitch called a popcorn stitch to create texture in the tree. You may decorate your tree with Christmas bulbs of colorful yarn or use purchased trims. Intermediate.
Fat Carrot Kitchen Scissors Holder Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $3.99 USD. 1080 words. Published on October 11, 2012. Nonfiction.

Store your kitchen scissors in this cute Fat Carrot Scissor Holder. It is easy to crochet using worsted weight yarn. The inside of the carrot has an insert made from the sides of a plastic milk jug, which holds a pair of scissor securely any place you wish to hang it. It also makes a great gift! The pattern instructions are step-by-step with photo illustrations.
Christmas Tree Skirt Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.79 USD. 1230 words. Published on September 4, 2012. Nonfiction.

This is a crochet pattern for making a pretty holiday Christmas tree skirt. Any type of worsted weight yarn may be used. Vary the colors for different striping variations. The pattern is easy to read with step-by-step written instructions. The tree skirt measures approximately 50 inches across when finished. For beginner to Intermediate crocheters.
Toddler's Princess Doll Hat Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.99 USD. 1540 words. Published on June 27, 2012. Nonfiction.

Delight your little girl with this adorable dolly hat. The hat is crocheted with worsted weight yarn and has step by step instructions in American crochet terminology. Great Britain crochet terms are included. It fits a child 1 to 3 years old and is 16 inches around the brim. It is for intermediate crocheters.
Flower Strings Hair Ornaments Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.59 USD. 1490 words. Published on May 28, 2012. Nonfiction.

Teenagers and little girls will love wearing a Flower String in their hair! This is a crochet pattern for making pretty hair ornaments. There are six flowers and 4 stems to mix and match as you wish. They are made with #10 thread. This pattern is rated for intermediate crocheters.
Food Snood Hairnet Hat Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.99 USD. 910 words. Published on May 18, 2012. Nonfiction.

The Food Snood Hairnet Hat crochet pattern is a great hat for your favorite lunch lady. It replaces the traditional plain hairnet with a stylish hair covering. It is crocheted using 100% cotton yarn. It has an elastic brim to keep hair secure under the hat. This model is called the "Swirl." The hat is also useful for people working in any medical or food service profession. Easy to crochet!
Chicken Hen Potholder Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.00 USD. 690 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

This is a cute pattern to crochet. You need small amounts of worsted weight yarn and a size G hook. The chicken's body has two parts making it very padded for holding hot pans. It makes a great last minute gift because it only takes a few hours to crochet. Pattern is easy to read, with step by step instructions.
Circle of Rings Hat Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 1290 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

Crochet this pretty hat with an interlocking circle of rings. The hat can be worn with the brim up or down. It will fit teens or adults. It is made with worsted weight yarn. Skill level - intermediate. The crochet instructions are step-by step with photo illustrations.
Precious Baby Boy and Girl Hats Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 1490 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

This is a crochet pattern for either a baby boy hat or a baby girl hat. Just change the edge. The boy's version has a brim with a button or pompom on the top. The girl's hat has a pretty edging with a little flower on the top. They both use baby or fingering yarn and crochet up quick. They make great baby shower gifts.
Turtle DIsh Soap Cover, Hot Pad or Dish Cloth Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $4.50 USD. 1980 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

Crochet this turtle dish soap bottle cover, which may also be used as a dish cloth or hot pad. Yarn used is the worsted cotton you make dish cloths out of. The crochet instructions are step-by step with photo illustrations.
Cyclops Monster Hat for Teens Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 1140 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

Here is a fun pattern to crochet for teens or adults called the Cyclops Monster Hat with Earflaps and Braids. It is crocheted using worsted weight yarn. Pattern is easy to read, with step by step instructions. Size Teen and Adult. Hat measures 21-22 inches around head when finished.
Recycled Beer Can Soda Can Hat Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 1110 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

Crochet a retro hat for your earth conservation friends! This is a crochet pattern to make a hat using recycled beer or soda cans. It is crocheted with worsted weight yarn. It will fit an adult. Finished hat has a 22" brim.
Butterfly Headband Crochet Pattern    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 650 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

Crochet this pretty warm butterfly earwarmer headband in no time at all. It is easy to make with worsted weight yarn. Skill level - beginner to intermediate. The headband measures 22 inches around and 3 1/2 inches wide. It will fit most adults and teens. Make it larger or smaller by adjusting the amount of crocheted rows. The crochet instructions are step-by step with photo illustrations.
Sock Monkey Hat Crochet Pattern for Adults and Teens    by Lori Stade
Price: $5.00 USD. 1380 words. Published on April 22, 2012. Nonfiction.

Kids of all ages love sock monkey hats. This crochet pattern is rated easy and has simple, step by step instructions. You can use any type of worsted weight yarn. The hat makes a great gift for the big kid in your life. The hat measures 21 to 22 inches around the brim when finished.

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