A Yarntastic Life!
Could a Snaggletooth Cyclops newborn hat ever be so cute?? I cant wait to get this on a baby this Halloween for those first pictures. If you use this free crochet pattern for a little monster, I would love to see pictures!! Supplies Peaches and Creme Cotton (I used white, light green, dark green and black) G/6-4.25 Crochet Hook Cotton ...
After one of my readers used my snake puppet pattern , She contacted me asking for advice on changing it up to a lion puppet. She will be doing a puppet show at her church telling the story of Daniel in the Lions Den. What a great idea and thank you for letting me be part ...
Every new baby needs a beanie to wear on the way home from the hospital. This free newborn baby beanie crochet pattern is very simple and easy to follow. The hat folds up so it is great when you have no clue what shape the baby's head will be. Supplies Size I/9- 5.5 hook. I used Baby Bee's ...
When making hats for girls, I usually like to make very large flowers. But, when making a flower to go on an animal hat, the large flowers don't always work. So here is a free crochet pattern for a little big flower! Its small enough to put by a monkey ear without over powering the ...
After popular demand I decided to write out a free pattern for this beautiful beach bag I designed for my mom. I tested this out when taking a trip to Altoona, PA. I was able to put 3 beach towels, diapers, wipes, sun screen, Tylenol, 3 changes of clothes for my daughter, a small blanket, ...
I was long over due for a new ~on the go~ make up bag. When designing this free pattern, I wanted to create something secure. I wanted to be able to throw my makeup bag into the back seat of the car without fearing my makeup would fly out all directions. With success, this bag ...
If you follow me on Facebook you probably already know I have been crocheting a variety of coasters. In the process I have created a quick, simple, easy and free pattern for you of the ideal coaster. Supplies: F/5-3.75 mm hook Medium weight/4 ply "I Love this Cotton" Abbreviations: CH - Chain SC - Single Crochet HDC - Half Double Crochet Instructions: Step 1: ...
Captain America! My son, Brennan, was super excited when he found out I was making him a Captain America mask. This hat is made to fit most children and is being worn by a 10 year old in this photo. Supplies: 5mm hook 4 ply, medium weight acrylic. I used "I Love this Yarn" Yarn needle Abbreviations: CH – Chain HDC - Half Double ...
Who doesn't love Sock Monkeys? Who doesn't love free patterns? Everyone loves these fun hats! This size is perfect for 0-3 month babies. With a simple color change you can create such a variety of styles and looks. Add a Mohawk or a beautiful flower to personalize your creation. Please look for alternatives for buttons ...
Here are step by step instructions for how I made and attached my bows to Olivia's Tutu. Take a strip of tulle Make a loop toward the center of the tulle. Wrap one end of the tulle around your fingers and the loop Tuck the tulle between you index and middle finger. While holding onto the tucked tulle with your ...
What little girl doesn't love tutus? Use this crochet pattern to make an adorable no-sew tutu with crochet waistband for your baby or little girls. This tutu fits 18-month olds and up to 3T. My niece Olivia has a birthday coming up. The party theme is going to be princess/ballerina. So what better gift could I create other than her ...
After creating The Mighty Jungle I knew I would be making more. But like any yarnist, I always want to improve with each project I throw myself into. I knew I wanted to improve the mane on this pattern, along with a few minor tweaks to the features. With this lion hat I didn't use wool. I ...
Today I am making my daughter a princess crown. I was following my older pattern when I realized I needed to make a couple small improvements. I hope you enjoy this one even more than the last. Also, check out the Kings Crown and the 0-3 month Princess Crown. Princess Crown Crochet Pattern Supplies: Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Red ...
Beautiful dahlias for Mothers Day!! For each stem I just used 3 pipe cleaners and twisted one end into a loop to make my Magic circle. Once the middle of the flower was crocheted, I twisted the loop a little more to make it tighter and closed. Supplies: I used 4.75 MM hook and Red Heart yarn Pipe ...
This morning Ella and I walked to a tea party with my sister and my two nieces. I decided to make another sun hat for Ella, to match her outfit. With this hat I used my Peach Happy pattern but instead of using acrylic I used Peaches and Creme Cotton yarn. It turned out soooo ...
Sun hat for the ladies!! Need a sun hat in a different size? I also have free patterns for 6-9 month, 12-18 month, toddler, and child sizes! Supplies: 5mm hook 4 ply cotton ( I used Peaches and Creme cotton yarn) Abbreviations: CH – Chain HDC - Half Double Crochet DC – Double crochet SC – single Crochet (CH-3 does not count as DC) Instructions: Round 1: Magic Ring, CH 3, ...
