A Yarntastic Life!
Introduction to Crocheting Animals Crochet animals are a cute and fun project to make, even for beginner crocheters. They make a great gift for anyone, kids and adults alike, especially since you can easily personalize and customize them for your recipient. Crochet stuffed toys are truly adorable. You can make small crochet toys as keychains or desk ...
Once again, my boss bossed me around until we came up with something AMAZING! If you are new to Stitch11, my boss is a 6 year old. 😉 She was so excited to share her fox and wolf idea with me, and quick to destroy my yarn stash while finding all the perfect colors. I ...
I have joined together with the Red Heart Joy Creators to celebrate Christmas in July. (Which also happens to be my BIRTHDAY! Woohoo!)
We were wanting to run with the theme "joy". What better way to celebrate a joyful Christmas in July than giving a Joyful Star Teething Ring to a fussy teething baby nearest & ...
It all started with the Stitch11 Snake Puppet. It wasn't long before my daughter and I also designed the Puppy Puppet. And now a few years later, my daughter still requests the puppy puppet during bath time. <3 When I told her how long she has had her puppet, she agreed that she really LOVES it, ...
My sister asked me if I could crochet some diapers for my nieces Baby Alive Doll. After a few attempts, I finally got the shape and size perfected. I am so excited to see the look on my nieces face, especially when she sees the fake poop I painted into one of them.
I hope everyone ...
I'll be honest.. during the 4 years I have been crocheting, I have wondered why people get stuck in food related crochet. I just didn't understand the appeal to that extent, until I made the Ice Cream.
So far I have reviewed or written just the three sweet patterns but I can already envision all the foods ...
Get the ad-free, printable PDF here After hours of searching for the cupcake crochet pattern I had in mind, I decided I would have to design one myself! I wanted it to look like it was on the cupcake paper, with a little cake showing, a nice swirl of frosting, and, of course, lots of sprinkles! This is ...
The fun experience of crocheting the Ice Cream Cone, made me excited and anxious to make more desserts! I'm not sure if I can stop with just the donut and ice cream either.
What should I make next?
This FREE DONUT CROCHET PATTERN by Little Things Blogged is perfect! While working it up, I was sure it ...
Originally, I was planning to crochet a cupcake for my daughter. When I shared my next project idea, she insisted I make her an ice cream instead. As most of you know, I have to listen to the boss. 😉
Before I start any project, I always search the web for an ideal pattern. If I ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
The crocheted Rainbow Lightning shooting out of a cloud is the latest piece to my daughters Halloween costume. Check out the previous Rainbow Pony costume patterns; The Pony Hat, Rainbow Tail and the Fingerless Gloves and Leg Warmers!
Next I will be figuring out the wings!
Supplies
F/G- 3.75 mm crochet hook
White, Purple, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, and Red ...
I wanted to share with everyone how to make your own rainbow tail!
If you love this, you will also love the Rainbow Pony Hat and the matching legwarmers and fingerless gloves.
Keep watching for the next pieces of the costume!
Stitches
Magic Circle
HDC - Half Double Crochet
HDC DEC - Half Double Crochet Decrease
Supplies
Medium/Worsted Weight yarn (yellow, green, blue, ...
This pretty pattern isn't only lovely to look at. It also has a lot of other purposes, including keeping those messy toys off the floor. It's also one of the best ways to make use of those yarns you want to get rid off! See it come to life with the free pattern below or ...
I wanted to round up all the items I have made to stuff. I didn't realize until now, but I missed one! The Baby Bunny deserves a shout out too! The rest are listed below. Working from left to right from the photo above.
Skunk
Huggy Bunny
Robot
Airplane
Grumpy Bear
Bunnies
Turtle
Lion
Pokemon Balls
Octopus
Clutch Ball
Awesome Crochet Find
Lalaloopsy
Earth
Unicorn
Pig
Bobomb
Fox
Eyeballs
Frog
Kittens
Batman
Curtain Hugging Bear
Baby Duck
And I don't ...
I have been trying to come up with a better idea for the Stuffed Animal Hammock since making the first design for one. (You can see that free crochet pattern HERE). To be honest, I still am not 100% happy but it is better than the first. I contemplated on even sharing this pattern. But, ...
My stepson, Brennan and my daughter, Ella have WILD imaginations. They defeat giant trolls in the back yard, adventure through wild jungles in the living room and slay dragons on the staircase.
I remember being young and having such a strong imagination. When using it, it feels like the world around you really changes... and your ...
I often see/hear people say "I do not follow patterns." I know there are many reasons a person will say this.. but I want to share with everyone why I choose to follow patterns. Sometimes I feel like I can make anything that I put my mind to... and at this moment, I still feel this ...
Supplies
E/ 3.5 mm crochet hook
Med/worsted weight yarn (gray, blue, dark green, light green, yellow, orange, red, black and white)
Yarn needle
Stitches
Magic Circle
CH - Chain
SC - Single Crochet
SC DEC - Single Crochet Decrease
HDC - Half Double Crochet
Feet and Legs
Starting with gray yarn.
Round 1: Magic Circle. Ch 1, 7 SC into magic circle. Pull ring tight and join ...