Fun Pillow Project

Do you remember back at the beginning of the year when I started the Rainbow Pansy blanket for C? And do you remember how I said I wasn't a big project type. Turns out I was right. I made four spiral squares and a number of the pansy squares, then they sat there for months. C found them and asked what about my blanket? What to do? A trip to the fabric store later, here was my solution. Rainbow Pillow! I...

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Amigurumi Person - Pattern

In the past few months I have made a number of dolls for my kids or other family members. I've been tweaking the pattern each time, but I think I've come up with a good pattern for a person now. I'm writing the pattern without any color changes for clothes, though I will make a note in the row where clothes might be started if desired. Materials Worsted weight yarn Hook F (3.75mm) stitch marker...

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Little Witch - Pattern

I meant to get this little gal up yesterday for the first day of October, but I was having a lazy day and didn't feel like typing. Anyway, Happy October! Are you getting ready for Halloween yet? Well if you are here is a little cheery witch to help you along. She is the same size as my Little Scarecrow and made pretty much the same way. I've added a few accessories with her for a little more fun. Materials Worsted...

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Little Scarecrow - Pattern

My favorite season is autumn. I love the cooler weather. I love the colors. And I love the decorations. I'm celebrating the first day of September (even though it is in no way cool here) by sharing my new favorite crochet project. Here is a cute little scarecrow to decorate your table or shelf. Materials Worsted weight yarn, multiple colors Hook G (4.00 mm) Stitch marker Stuffing Yarn needle Embroidery...

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Lacy Ladder Cowl - Pattern

We have been having a fairly mild summer this year, maybe that is why I'm already making things for the fall. And what goes better with fall than cowls? I have been seeing a lot of lovely, lightweight cowls and thought since it still is summer, maybe I could try something like that. I found a stitch called the ladder stitch which I thought would work. The result was a airy cowl that will add a little...

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Shell Trellis Belt - Pattern

I decided to finally make something for myself. I have a dress that I love. It's a nice causal dress, but can also be dressed up. I wanted to wear a belt with it, but it like and ones I had. I needed something a little lighter, more delicate looking. I got a new crochet stitch book awhile back and found this shell stitch that I've been wanting to use for something. So why not a belt? First, here...

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