A Yarntastic Life!
I'm not sure how many of you remember the Pokemon Balls I made a year ago, but ever since, my daughter has been begging me to make her a Pikachu. I finally agreed to make this little monster. He is small, adorable, and very lovable. The pattern is very easy to follow and well written. I did ...
Over the last few years, I have created many things for toddlers. I decided to put together a list of my favorite free Stitch11 toddler crochet patterns. How To Make a Tutu Princess Crown and Braids Backpack to Care-A-Lot Puppy Puppet Granny Stitch Slouch Double The Fun - Double The Flop Hat Minnie Mouse in Preschool Ella's Request Toddler Dress Sun Hat Duck Hat Hooded Poncho Sock ...
I was given the challenge to create the perfect hooded toddler poncho. After searching online for WEEKS and not having much luck finding a hooded crochet poncho.. I knew I was left with no choice but to write one out. Luckily, the person who wanted the poncho guided me with the wonderul directions of this poncho ...
I found this *free* adorable crochet boot pattern HERE at Whistle and Ivy! This pattern is available in sizes 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, and 9-12. I needed 12-18 month size, and as you can see in my notes, it was a simple change of hook size to get the perfect measurements for the larger size. Notes -I added an ...
My family recently went on an adventure to look for geodes. We found so many of all shapes and sizes! My cousin was collecting "baby geodes" and I had an exciting idea! NECKLACES! Lately Iv'e been crocheting around semiprecious stones and crystals to turn them into necklaces. I've been collecting little pebbles of quartz from the river ...
There are some types of patterns that are just so visually appealing or hypnotizing that they make not only your eyes happy, but your soul too! Here are 7 free crochet patterns that I have either written/designed or reviewed! Summer Tank *update* - I just noticed the pattern is no longer free. It's still a wonderful pattern and well ...
I've been searching through all the mandala crochet patterns available online. While aiming to get a free pattern, I found the Colorful Spring Mandala at Drops Design! It's designed to be a pot holder.. but since I'm on a mandala craze, I only made the one side. I did choose to make a couple changes for my ...
While crocheting the Sophia's Mandala, I knew I wanted to create more mandalas. Just looking at one is an inspiration for crochet. Although this pattern does not have step by step photos for directions, I tried to explain it as well as I could with my words. Happy Hookin'! Stitch11 Mandala Crochet Pattern Supplies G - 4.25 mm crochet ...
I've noticed many people are crocheting mandala's. They are so beautiful and each one is so unique.... I LOVE IT! I spent a few days looking through mandala crochet patterns. After deciding to go with a free crochet pattern for my first mandala experience, I chose this stunning design by Look At What I Made called "Sophie's ...
My 5 year old boss wanted me to make her a baby dragon. She stood over my shoulder as I skimmed through the patterns available online. When we came across the Baby Dragon pattern by Amigurumi BB... she insisted I started on him right away! Get your copy of the FREE baby dragon pattern here! My daughter ...
Now that the holidays are finally over 😉 We can work on keeping our Crojo! There is something about Christmas that makes me lose my crochet mojo. Every year it happens again and again. It's horrible!!! One way I have found to help me keep interest in working up projects is to take a break from ...
Supplies Cherub DK cascade yarns E/4-3.50 mm crochet hook Yarn needle for weaving in ends. Stitches Used Magic Circle CH - Chain HDC - Half Double Crochet Crab Stitch Get Started! Round 1: Magic Circle. 10 HDC into magic circle. Join to first HDC. (10 HDC) Round 2: CH 1. 2 HDC into the first HDC. 1 HDC into the next HDC. *2 HDC into the ...
Each time I make something... I tend to want to do things a little differently. I decided to use Caron Simply Soft this time. In order to get the correct size, instead of using the original Minnie Mouse Hat for Preschoolers or the Child Size Minnie Mouse Hat, I used the Hat Pattern from the Batman Hat. I ...
Supplies 5 mm crochet hook Med Weight (Caron Simply Soft used for hat in photo) Yarn needle (for weaving in your ends) -NOTE- If you choose to use another medium weight or worsted weight yarn, it will most likely work up larger than it does with Caron Simply Soft. If that is the case, you may want to stop increasing sooner. -NOTE- ...
Supplies 5 mm crochet hook black and yellow medium weight yarn (I used Caron Simply Soft) Yarn needle Black Felt -NOTE- If you choose to use another medium weight or worsted weight yarn, it may work up larger than with Caron Simply Soft. If that is the case, stop increasing at 60 stitches. For Child size, when laying your hat ...
Sometimes plans can change. I keep putting off my WIP. My current excuse is that I am sick, and don't want to crochet my germs into the project. 😉 Why are there projects that just don't want to be finished? Or that just scream "Noooooo" when you go to pick it up? To make up for ...
Infant Bow Tie Crochet Pattern Stitches Used CH – Chain Slip Stitch SC – Single Crochet HDC – Half Double Crochet DC – Double Crochet Supplies Medium/worsted weight yarn 5 MM crochet hook Yarn needle Small button (about 1 CM) The Bow Row 1: CH 25. Turn. Skip 1 CH. **DC in next 3 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. SC in next 2 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. DC ...
Supplies N-9mm crochet hook Red Heart "Velvety" - Bulky 5 Yarn Needle Stitches FSC - Foundation Single Crochet CH - Chain SC - Single Crochet Puff Stitch Before I share the pattern, I want to take a moment to share with you how much I am loving this "Velvety" yarn from Red Heart. It's super soft which is a given for the "love" factor.. ...
When a friend asked me if I could make a unicorn hat, THIS FREE PATTERN by Repeat Crafter Me quickly came to mind. I love how she writes most of her hat patterns in multiple sizes! It makes her designs very reliable when you get requests such as "6-9 month size". Thanks Repeat Crafter Me!
It's finally finished and ready to share! The last touches included using RIT DYE for the sweater and shoes. I was able to find pants at JC Pennys the correct color. I Hot glued the rainbow lightning to the sweater and added a button to the back of the pants for attaching the tail. Free Pony ...