tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78744418010731324292024-03-12T21:05:15.403-04:00Sanity by StitchesWelcome to the insanity that is my life. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-8797764913171129722014-10-20T09:01:00.000-04:002014-10-20T09:01:56.076-04:00Fun Pillow ProjectDo 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!<br />
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I joined the four squares I had making a 24 in by 24 in square and put a little border around it. Then I cut a square of fabric and zipped around it with my perforating rotatory blade and crochet fabric the the back of the squares on three sides. I stuffed in a 24 by 24 in pillow and closed up the other side. I went around the border one more time and viola!<br />
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C picked out the rainbow butterflies. Of course there was fighting over it with the younger one, so back to the store for another pillow. Since I didn't feel up to making squares for one of the sides I just crocheted two pieces of fabric together and added a border again. Why not just sew it you ask? Well my machine is packed away and old. This was actually easier. So W got a construction pillow. <br />
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They are hits and have saved my couch pillows from being floor jumping pillows. The kids have also come up with other creative using for them, one being holding the pillows in front of them and running at each other as fast as their little legs can go.<br />
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I know I didn't really put in details, but this was more just a idea post. If you want details let me know.<br />
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Happy Stitches!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-12579238155058961882014-10-19T16:58:00.000-04:002014-10-19T16:58:20.747-04:00Amigurumi Person - PatternIn 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.<br />
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<u>Materials</u><br />
Worsted weight yarn<br />
Hook F (3.75mm)<br />
stitch marker <br />
Embroidery thread for face features (if desired)<br />
Safety eyes (if desired)<br />
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<u>Abbreviations</u><br />
ch - chain<br />
st(s) - stitches <br />
sl st - slip stitch<br />
sc - single crochet<br />
hdc - half double crochet<br />
dc - double crochet<br />
sc2tog - single crochet 2 together<br />
dc2tog - double crochet 2 together<br />
dc3tog - double crochet 3 together<br />
BLO - back loop only<br />
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Note: work done in joined rounds until head, then change to continuous rounds<br />
<u>Legs</u> (make 2)<br />
ch 11<br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook 2sc, sc 5, hdc 3, 5hdc in last ch, working opposite side of ch hdc 3, sc 5, 2sc, sl st in first sc (25 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 1, 2sc x 2, sc 8, 2hdc x 2, hdc, 2hdc x 2, sc 8, 2sc x 2, sl st to first sc (33 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - ch 1, sc around in BLO, sl st to first sc (33 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (33 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - ch 1, sc 12, sc2tog, dc2tog, dc3tog, dc2tog, sc2tog, sc 10, sl st to first sc (27 sts) <i>end ballet shoes here</i><br />
<b>R6</b> - ch 1, sc 11, sc2tog, dc3tog, sc2tog, sc 9, sl st to first sc (23 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - ch1, sc 10, dc2tog, dc, dc2tog, sc 8, sl st to first sc (21 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - ch 1, sc 9, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog, sc 7, sl st to first sc (19 sts) <i>end shoes here</i><br />
Stuff foot<i> </i><br />
<b>R9-10</b> - ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (19 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - ch 1, sc 10, sc2tog, sc 7, sl st to first sc (18 sts) <i>end boots here</i><br />
<b>R12-26 </b>- ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (18 sts)<br />
Add stuffing to leg <br />
<b>R27</b> - ch 1, 2sc, sc 8, 2sc, sc 8, sl st to first sc (20 sts)<br />
<b>R28-35</b> - ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (20 sts)<br />
Fasten off, stuff almost to top of leg<br />
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<u>Body</u><br />
place legs together, find where the legs touch in the middle, this is where you will connect the legs together<br />
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<b>R1</b> - sl st 4 middle sts of each leg together, continuing only on left leg, sc in next st, sc 15 around leg, continue to first open st on right leg, sc 16, sl st to first sc (32 sts)<br />
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<b>R2-9</b> - ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (32 sts) <i>end pants here</i><br />
Stuff rest of each leg and some of body<i> </i><br />
<b>R10</b> - ch 1, sc 8, 2sc, sc 15, 2sc, sc 7, sl st to first sc (34 sts)<br />
<b>R11-26</b> - ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (34 sts)<br />
<b>R27</b> - ch 1, sc 11, sc2tog, sc 15, sc2tog, sc 4, sl st to first sc (32 sts)<br />
Remember to add your safety eyes if you are using them! <br />
<b>R28</b> - ch 1, sc 8, sc2tog, sc 3, sc2tog, sc 9, sc2tog, sc 3, sc2tog, sc, sl st to first sc (28 sts)<br />
<b>R29</b> - ch 1, sc 8, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog, sc 9, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog, sc, sl st to first sc (24 sts)<br />
<b>R30</b> - ch 1, sc 7, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog, sc 7, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog, sl st to first sc (20 sts)<br />
<b>R31</b> - ch 1, sc 8, sc2tog, sc 8, sc2tog, sl st to first sc (18 sts) <i>end shirt here</i><br />
Stuff rest of body<i> </i><br />
DO NOT FASTEN OFF<br />
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<u>Head</u> (continue from body, start continuous rounds, placing stitch marker at the beginning stitch of each round)<br />
<b>R1</b> - ch 1, *sc, sc2tog* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - *sc 3, 2sc* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - *sc 4, 2sc* x 6 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - *sc 5, 2sc* x 6 (42 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - *sc 6, 2sc* x 6 (48 sts)<br />
Stuff neck tightly <br />
<b>R8-15</b> - sc around (48 sts)<br />
<b>R16</b> - *sc 6, sc2tog* x 6 (42 sts)<br />
<b>R17</b> - *sc 5, sc2tog* x 6 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R18</b> - *sc 4, sc2tog* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R19</b> - *sc 3, sc2tog* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R20</b> - *sc 2, sc2tog* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
Stuff rest of head <br />
<b>R21</b> - *sc, sc2tog* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R22</b> - sc2tog x 6 (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off<br />
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<u>Arms</u> (done in joined rounds) (make 2)<br />
ch 3<br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook 2sc, 4sc in next (last) ch, working on opposite side of ch, 2sc, sl st to first sc (8 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 1, sc, 2sc x 2, sc 2, 2sc x 2, sc, sl st to first sc (12 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - ch 1, sc, 2sc, *sc 2, 2sc* x 3, sc, sl st to first sc (16 sts)<br />
<b>R4-8</b> - ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (16 sts) <i>Hands end here</i><br />
<b>R9</b> - ch 1, sc2tog, sc 6, sc2tog, sc 6, sl st to first sc (14 sts)<br />
Stuff hands <br />
<b>R10-27</b> - ch 1, sc around, sl st to first sc (14 sts)<br />
Stuff rest of arm <br />
<b>R28-30</b> - sl st 4, sc, hdc 7, sc, sl st<br />
Note: make sure to keep the sl sts loose so you can easily work into them <br />
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew to body.<br />
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Sew arms on around R29 and R30 of body. <br />
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This is the basic body for a amigurumi person. You can add hair and facial features many ways. I have found good hair tutorials here at <a href="http://esshaych.blogspot.com/2009/09/amigurumi-hair-tutorial.html" target="_blank">EssHaych</a> and here at <a href="http://kandjdolls.blogspot.com/2011/10/tutorial-to-make-hair-for-amigurumi.html" target="_blank">K and J Dolls</a>, or use your favorite way.<br />
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I hope you have fun making this with your own colors and embellishments. This is the ballerina I made for my niece.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-28771069431003156602014-10-02T15:46:00.003-04:002014-10-02T15:46:41.649-04:00Little Witch - PatternI 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.<br />
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 <a href="http://sanitybystitches.blogspot.com/2014/09/little-scarecrow-pattern.html" target="_blank">Little Scarecrow</a> and made pretty much the same way. I've added a few accessories with her for a little more fun.<br />
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<u>Materials</u><br />
Worsted weight yarn, multiple colors<br />
Hook G (4.00 mm)<br />
Stitch marker <br />
Stuffing<br />
Yarn needle<br />
Embroidery thread for embellishments<br />
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<u>Abbreviations</u><br />
ch - chain<br />
sl st - slip stitch <br />
sc - single crochet<br />
hdc - half double crochet<br />
sc2tog - single crochet two together<br />
BLO - back loop only<br />
FLO - front loop only<br />
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Note: Worked in continuous rounds, place stitch marker in the first stitch of
round, moving it up each round to mark the beginning of the round.<u></u><br />
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<u>Body and Head</u><br />
with purple or black, ch 2<br />
<b>R1</b> - 6sc in first ch (6 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each sc (12 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - *sc 3, 2sc* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - *sc 4, 2sc* x 6 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - in BLO sc around (36 sts)<br />
<b>R8-9</b> - sc around (36 sts)<br />
<b>R10</b> - *sc 7, sc2tog* x 4 (32 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - sc around (32 sts)<br />
<b>R12</b> - *sc 6, sc2tog* x 4 (28 sts)<br />
<b>R13</b> - sc around (28 sts)<br />
<b>R14</b> - *sc 5, sc2tog* x 4 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R15</b> - sc around (24 sts)<br />
<b>R16</b> - *sc 4, sc2tog* x 4 (20 sts)<br />
<b>R17</b> - sc around (20 sts)<br />
<b>R18</b> - *sc 3, sc2tog* x 4 (16 sts)<br />
<b>R19</b> - sc around (16 sts)<br />
Stuff the body <br />
<b>R20</b> - *sc 2, sc2tog* x 4 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R21</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
<b>R22</b> - change to flesh color, *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R23</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R24-27</b> - sc around (24 sts)<br />
<b>R28</b> - *sc 2, sc2tog* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R29</b> - *sc, sc2tog* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
Stuff the rest of the body and head <br />
<b>R30</b> - sc2tog x 6 (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off<br />
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<u>Arms</u><br />
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with flesh color, ch 2<br />
<b>R1</b> - 4sc in first ch (4 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each sc (8 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - sc around (8 sts)<br />
<b>R4-9</b> - change to dress color, sc around (8 sts)<br />
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing<br />
Stuff lightly and sew to body, I attached them around R19.<br />
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<u>Hat</u><br />
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with same color as dress, ch 2 <br />
<b>R1</b> - 6sc in first ch (6 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - sc around (6 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 3 (9 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - sc around (9 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 3 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - *sc 3, 2sc* x 3 (15 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - sc around (15 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - *sc 4, 2sc* x 3 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R10</b> - sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - in FLO sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R12</b> - *hdc 2, 2hdc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R13</b> - *hdc 3, 2hdc* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing<br />
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Before sewing the hat on the head I added a little bit of hair. I used a hair tutorial from <a href="http://esshaych.blogspot.com/2009/09/amigurumi-hair-tutorial.html" target="_blank">EssHaych</a>. It is the same method I used for the adding the hay around the <a href="http://sanitybystitches.blogspot.com/2014/09/little-scarecrow-pattern.html" target="_blank">Little Scarecrow</a>. I left the top round bare since the hat will cover that part of the head.<br />
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Once you have the hair on, sew the hat to the head. I lightly stuffed it to give it some stiffness. <br />
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Add a face and there you go, a little witch to help celebrate the holiday season. <br />
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This pattern is for personal use only. If you would like to sell a
finished product, please credit me for the design. Happy Stitches! Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-67232138736373384672014-09-01T15:23:00.002-04:002014-09-01T15:23:24.253-04:00Little Scarecrow - PatternMy 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.<br />
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<u>Materials</u><br />
Worsted weight yarn, multiple colors<br />
Hook G (4.00 mm)<br />
Stitch marker <br />
Stuffing<br />
Yarn needle<br />
Embroidery thread for embellishments<br />
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<u>Abbreviations</u><br />
ch - chain<br />
sl st - slip stitch <br />
sc - single crochet<br />
hdc - half double crochet<br />
sc2tog - single crochet two together<br />
BLO - back loop only<br />
FLO - front loop only<br />
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Note: Worked in continuous rounds, place stitch marker in the first stitch of
round, moving it up each round to mark the beginning of the round.<br />
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<u>Body and Head</u><br />
with blue, ch 2<br />
<b>R1</b> - 6 sc in first ch (6 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each sc (12 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - in BLO sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - *sc 3, 2sc* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R7-11</b> - sc around (30 sts)<br />
<b>R12-14</b> - change to shirt color, sc around (30 sts)<br />
<b>R15</b> - *sc2tog, sc 3* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R16</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
Stuff the body <br />
<b>R17</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R18</b> - change to yellow, sc around (12 sts)<br />
<b>R19</b> - change to cream, *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R20</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R21-24</b> - sc around (24 sts)<br />
<b>R25</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R26</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
Stuff the rest of the body and head <br />
<b>R27</b> - sc2tog x 6 (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off<br />
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<u>Arms</u> (make 2)<br />
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with yellow, ch 2<br />
<b>R1</b> - 4 sc in first ch (4 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each sc (8 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - sc around (8 sts)<br />
<b>R4-9</b> - change to shirt color, sc around (8 sts)<br />
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew to body<br />
Stuff the arms lightly and sew to body. I attached them around R16. <br />
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<u>Overall Bib</u> (make 2)<br />
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with blue, begin with long tail for sewing later, ch 7<br />
<b>R1</b> - sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, turn (6 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 1, sc 6, turn (6 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - ch 1, sc 6, ch 9, do not fasten off but leave long tail for one more st and sewing in<br />
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<ul>
<li>sew bottom edge of bib to body at color change between pants and shirt, making sure ch 9 straps are on opposite sides</li>
<li>bring strap over shoulder and sl st to corner sc of R3 of other bib, weave in end</li>
<li>repeat with second strap</li>
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<u>Hat</u><br />
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<b>R1</b> - 6 sc in first st (6 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 3 (9 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 3 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R4-5</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R7-8</b> - sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - in FLO sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R10</b> - *hdc, 2hdc* x 9 (27 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - *hdc 2, 2hdc* x 9 (36 sts)<br />
Fasten off, leaving long tail and sew to head. I didn't put any stuffing in the hat, but you can if you want it a little stiffer.<br />
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Now to add the hay around the neck and arms. If this is going to be a toy for a younger child, you might want to skip this step as it can be pulled loose easily.<br />
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<li>cut about 35 piece of yellow yarn about 3.5 inches long</li>
<li>using a smaller hook (I used a size E 3.5mm hook), slip the hook in the bottom hole and out top hole of the yellow row.</li>
<li>fold a piece of yarn in half and pull the loop through with your hook.</li>
<li>grab the ends with your hook and pull them through the loop. </li>
<li>pull tight</li>
<li>continue around the yellow row, in each sc. I added a extra piece in the front couple sc and also in the back at the color change to help hide the change.</li>
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Do the same steps around the hands at the last row of yellow. For this I just did one piece in each sc.<br />
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Now trim the yarn down to the length you want and fluff it a little.<br />
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Add eyes and a mouth, maybe a patch on the pants or hat and you have a little scarecrow.<br />
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I made another one using two strands of yarn for the shirt for a plaid look. I used a sport weight and a fingering weight together.<br />
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Too cute.<br />
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This pattern is for personal use only. If you would like to sell a
finished product, please credit me for the design. Happy Stitches! <br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-40451917845518603562014-08-19T16:08:00.000-04:002014-08-19T16:08:23.019-04:00Lacy Ladder Cowl - PatternWe 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 something to that comfy tee we all like to wear.<br />
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Best thing about this...it is SO simple. It is just a repeat of chains and single crochets done in continuous rounds. Even a miscount here or there won't matter. This pattern works great with yarns with long color changes. This cowl can be made longer or shorter very easily, just change the
number of chains in the foundation, keeping it a multiple of six. As
written the cowl will measure approx. 60 inches in circumference.<br />
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<u>Materials</u><br />
Worsted weight yarn, about 180 yards - I used Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable in Dragonfly<br />
(which I feel is less worsted and more DK weight)<br />
Hook J (6.00mm)<br />
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<u>Abbreviations</u><br />
ch - chain<br />
sc - single crochet<br />
sl st - slip stitch<br />
sk - skip <br />
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Notes: worked in continuous rounds. Just keep going in a spiral. Easy peasy!<br />
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ch 240<br />
<b>R1</b> - sc in the beginning ch, creating a circle, ch 3, sc in same st, *ch 5, sk 5, sc, ch 3, sc in same st, repeat from * until you have 5 ch left (or if you miscounted somewhere about 5), ch 5 and sc in to first 3ch loop<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">at the end of R1 before sc into 3ch loop</td></tr>
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<b>R2</b> - ch 3, sc in same 3ch loop as last sc, ch 5, sk 5ch, *[sc, ch 3, sc] in 3ch loop, ch 5, sk 5ch, repeat from * until end of round<br />
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<b>R3</b> - *[sc, ch 3, sc] in 3ch loop, ch 5, sk 5ch, repeat from * until end of round<br />
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Repeat R3 until desired width. I did 13 rounds before the last finishing round and had a width of about 4.5 inches<br />
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<b>Last Round</b> - sc in first 3ch loop, *ch 5, sk 5ch, sl st in next 3ch loop, repeat from * end with sl st in the first sc.<br />
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Weave in the two ends and you are done!<br />
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Now you have a beautiful, airy cowl for the end of summer and into the fall. Wear it long or looped or tied, however you choose, and ENJOY!<br />
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This pattern is for personal use only. If you would like to sell a
finished product, please credit me for the design. Happy Stitches! <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-16450365081496950572014-07-19T15:45:00.000-04:002014-07-19T15:47:52.675-04:00Shell Trellis Belt - PatternI 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?<br />
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First, here is the basic pattern. Then I'll go into how I made the belt.<br />
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<u>Materials</u><br />
Size 3 Crochet Thread<br />
Hook 1.65mm<br />
Clasp of some sort (will delve into that later) <br />
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<u>Abbreviations</u><br />
ch - chain<br />
sk - skip<br />
sc - single crochet<br />
dc - double crochet<br />
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ch a multiple of 12 + 1, plus 3 for the foundation chain<br />
<b>R1</b> - 2dc in 4th ch from hook, *sk 2, sc in next ch, ch 5, sk 5, sc in next ch, sk 2, 5dc in next ch* repeat to end, working 3dc in last ch, turn<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 1, sc in first dc, *ch 5, sc in next ch 5 arch, ch 5, sc in 3rd dc of cluster* repeat to end, sc in 3rd ch of ch 3, turn<br />
<b>R3</b> - *ch 5, sc in next ch 5 arch, 5dc in sc, sc in next arch* repeat to last arch, ch 2, dc in last sc, turn<br />
<b>R4</b> - ch 1, sc in first dc, *ch 5, sc in 3rd dc of cluster, ch 5, sc in next arch* repeat to end, turn<br />
<b>R5</b> - ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2dc in first sc, * sc in next arch, ch 5, sc in next arch, 5dc in sc* repeat to end, working 3dc in last sc, turn<br />
<b>Repeat R2-5</b> until desired width/height. You can stop at any row. If you want some symmetry at top and bottom it is best to stop after a row of only arches, so R2 or R4<br />
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Now, what I did with this pattern.<br />
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I knew I wanted my shells to be stacked up which meant I needed a long chain to start. But how to know how long? So first I made a little sample swatch of 24 + 1 (start chain of 28) and stitched the first 5 rows.<br />
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Then I measured it. Mine was 2.5 inches. Next I measured my waist where I wanted to wear the belt, about 28 inches. Make sure to measure over your clothes since that's how you wear your belt. Now pick up your calculator or pull out your higher math skills. 28/2.5 = 11.2. That's how many chains of 24 you need. So I rounded down to 11 to account for space for the clasp. 11 x 24 = 264. Remember add 4 more for the foundation chain. Also remember that you need a multiple of 12. Substitute your numbers in.<br />
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So after all that I started with a chain of 268. I placed a marker every 48 stitches to help me keep track. This also helped with R1 in making sure I didn't miss count (you should end sets of 12 with a 5dc cluster). Have you ever got to the end of your first row of a long chain and realized something went wrong somewhere along the way? Then you have to unravel. Ugh.<br />
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Follow the pattern from here. I did a total of 12 rows. It gave the belt a width of a little over 2.5 inches.<br />
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Now for the clasp. This is something you can personalize. I choose to do a large hook and eye. I ended up making my own using 16 gauge copper wire. I made a version of a design I found at <a href="http://artbeadscene.blogspot.com/2011/04/garden-gate-clasp-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Art Bead Scene</a>. It was my first attempt at using wire so it isn't perfect but I like it. <br />
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I attached it to the ends with crochet thread in the middle and around the second loop on each end.<br />
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And ta-da, a belt.<br />
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It ended up a little big since the clasp made a bigger gap between the ends than I accounted for. I originally was going for a type of clasp that would have had the ends touching but couldn't find what I had in mind. I do like how this one turned out though. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-57889082227011639772014-06-18T20:53:00.000-04:002014-06-18T20:54:19.729-04:00Rose Granny Square - PatternWe have roses blooming in our backyard that are a pretty pink red. I love looking at them. I've been looking for a pattern for a rose square, something simple. I had been having trouble finding just the right one (though I found a number of other squares that I love). I was looking at one of my favorite blogs and found something really close. I made it, but it wasn't quite there yet. So I made some changes.<br />
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This is what I came up with. The original pattern came from Alexis at Persia Lou and her <a href="http://www.persialou.com/2011/04/flower-hexi-baby-afghan-pattern.html" target="_blank">Flower Hexi Baby Afghan</a>. I changed the placement of the back petals to make it look more like a rose. Alexis also made her pieces hexagons. I wanted to have squares as I am thinking of making these into a pillow. Below is both as squares so you can see the difference. My version is on the left and Alexis' on the right.<br />
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I made enough changes, that I thought I would post my version of the pattern. But go check out the original because Alexis' baby blanket is beautiful.<br />
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<u>Materials</u>:<br />
Worsted weight yarn, two colors<br />
Hook I (5.50 mm)<br />
Yarn Needle<br />
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<u>Abbreviations</u>:<br />
ch - chain<br />
sl st - slip stitch<br />
sk - skip<br />
sp - space<br />
sc - single crochet<br />
dc - double crochet<br />
trc - treble (triple) crochet<br />
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with first color<br />
ch 6, join with sl st to first ch to form ring<br />
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<b>R1</b> - ch 1, sc 12 into ring, sl st in first sc<br />
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<b>R2</b> - ch 1, *sc, ch 2, sk 1* x 6, sl st in first sc<br />
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<b>R3</b> - ch 4, sl st in first sc, in ch 2 sp [sc, ch 2, dc 4, ch 2, sc], *sl st in sc, ch 4, sl st in same sc, in next ch 2 sp [sc, ch 2, dc 4, ch 2, sc]* Repeat * 4 more times, after final petal sl st in first ch 4 (6 petals, 6 ch 4)<br />
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<b>R4</b> - ch 1, *in ch 4 sp [sc, ch 3, dc 5, ch 3, sc], ch 1 behind petal from previous round* Repeat in eah ch 4 sp, after final ch 1 sl st in first sc (6 petals, 6 ch 1)<br />
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Fasten off<br />
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<b>R5</b> - join second color at any ch 1 sp, sc in same sp, ch 3, sl st around post of middle dc of back petal (back to front like a back post stitch), ch 3, *sc in ch 1 sp, ch 3, sl st around middle dc, ch 3* Repeat * 4 more times, sl st in first sc<br />
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<b>R6</b> - sl st in next ch 3 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc) dc 2 in same space, *in next ch 3 sp [trc 3, ch 3, trc 3], dc 3 in next 2 ch 3 sp* Repeat once more, in next ch 3 sp [trc 3, ch 3, trc 3], dc 3, sl st into 3rd ch of first ch 3 and fasten off, or do an invisible join<br />
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I prefer an invisible join. After the last dc cut the yarn and pull through the stitch. Thread your needle, skipping the ch 3 insert the needle back to front through top of the first dc, pull tight.<br />
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Insert the needle back into the last dc made through the back loop only and pull tight.<br />
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Ta da, invisible join<br />
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I haven't quite decided on a pillow for this or not. I still need to work on a solid square to go with it.<br />
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I would love to see any thing you make with this square and I hope you enjoy.<br />
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Happy Stitches!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-46310595463397018172014-06-12T21:39:00.000-04:002014-06-12T21:39:36.057-04:00Lovely Mermaid - PatternAnother mythical creature for you. It's a lovely little mermaid. Did anyone else pretend to be a mermaid whenever you went swimming? I did. I loved the idea of my hair flowing through the water. I don't know that it really did, but I pretended so.<br />
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Materials:<br />
Worsted Weight yarn, three colors<br />
Crochet thread or embroidery floss for details<br />
Hook G (4.00 mm)<br />
stitch marker <br />
yarn needle<br />
stuffing <br />
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Abbreviations:<br />
ch - chain<br />
st(s) - stitch(es)<br />
sl st - slip stitch<br />
sc - single crochet<br />
hdc - half double crochet<br />
dc - double crochet<br />
sc2tog - single crochet two together<br />
fpdc - front post double crochet<br />
bpdc - back post double crochet<br />
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Note:<br />
Done in continuous rounds, place stitch marker in the first stitch of
round, moving it up each round to mark the beginning of the round.<br />
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<u>Fin</u><br />
ch 4, sl st to first ch to form ring<br />
<b>R1</b> - sc 5 into center of ring, turn<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 1, 2sc in each sc, turn (10 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in first sc, dc, *2dc, dc* x 4, turn (15 sts)<br />
Starting first fin point <br />
<b>R4</b> - ch 1, 2hdc, *fpdc, bpdc* x 3, hdc, turn (9 sts, 7 sts left unstitched)<br />
<b>R5</b> - ch 1, 2hdc, *fpdc, bpdc* x 3, hdc 2, turn (10 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - ch 1, sc2tog, *fpdc, bpdc* x 3, sc2tog, turn (8 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - ch 1, sc2tog, *bpdc, fpdc* x 2, sc2tog, turn (6 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - ch 1, sc2tog, fpdc, bpdc, sc2tog, turn (4 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - ch 1, sc2tog x 2 (2 sts)<br />
<b>R10</b> - ch 1, sc2tog<br />
Fasten off<br />
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Go back to unstitched sts of R4 for second fin point<br />
<b>R4</b> - join at same st as last st of row, hdc in same st as join, *bpdc, fpdc* x 3, 2hdc, turn (9 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - ch 1, hdc 2, *bpdc, fpdc* x 3, 2hdc, turn (10 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - ch 1, sc2tog, *bpdc, fpdc* x 3, sc2tog, turn (8 sts)<br />
<b>R7 </b>- ch 1, sc2tog, *fpdc, bpdc* x 2, sc2tog, turn (6 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - ch 1, sc2tog, bpdc, fpdc, sc2tog, turn, (4 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - ch 1, sc2tog x 2 (2 sts)<br />
<b>R10</b> - ch 1, sc2tog<br />
Fasten off<br />
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<u>Tail</u> (continuous rounds)<br />
ch 2<br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook sc 4<br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each st (8 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - sc around (8 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - *2sc, sc* x 4 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - *2sc, sc 2* x 4 (16 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - sc around (16 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - *2sc, sc 3* x 4 (20 sts)<br />
<b>R9-11</b> - sc around (20 sts)<br />
<b>R12</b> - 2sc, sc 4* x 4 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R13-15</b> - sc around (24 sts)<br />
<b>R16 </b>- *2sc, sc 5* x 4 (28 sts)<br />
<b>R17-18</b> - sc around (28 sts)<br />
<b>R19</b> - *2sc, sc 6* x 4 (32 sts)<br />
<b>R20-21</b> - sc around (32 sts)<br />
<b>R22</b> - *2sc, sc 7* x 4 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R23-24</b> - sc around (36 sts)<br />
<b>R25</b> - hdc around, sl st in first st to close<br />
Fasten off and add stuffing<br />
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Sew on fin to bottom on tail<br />
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<u>Body</u><br />
For the first row of the body, you will be working into the back ridge of the hdc. This is not the back loop of the stitch but ridge behind the top stitches. This pushes the top loops out to form almost a seam look. It adds a little extra definition between the tail and body.<br />
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Change to flesh color, join in back ridge of hdc<br />
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<b>R1</b> - sc around in the back ridge of hdc (36 sts)<br />
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<b>R2-5</b> - sc around (36 sts)<br />
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To make the stars, you will need to change color back to tail color [TC] for a few stitches in the round as well as using the flesh color [FC]. I carried the color not in use behind the stitches. I did break off the TC each round.<br />
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<b>R6</b> - [FC] sc 3, [TC] sc, [FC] sc 3, [TC] sc, [FC] sc 2, [TC] sc, [FC] sc 3, [TC] sc, [FC] 21 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - [FC] sc 4, [TC] sc 3, [FC] sc 4, [TC] sc 3, [FC] sc 22 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - [FC] sc 3, [TC] sc 5, [FC] sc 2, [TC] sc 5, [FC] sc 21 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - Repeat R7<br />
<b>R10</b> - [FC] sc 5, [TC] sc, [FC] sc 6, [TC] sc, [FC] sc 23 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - sc around (36 sts)<br />
<b>R12</b> - *sc2tog, sc 7* x 4 (32 sts)<br />
<b>R13</b> - *sc2tog, sc 6* x 4 (28 sts)<br />
<b>R14</b> - *sc2tog, sc 5* x 4 (24 sts)<br />
Add stuffing <br />
<b>R15</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R16</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts) <br />
<b>R17-18</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
DO NOT FASTEN OFF<br />
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<u>Head</u><br />
continuing from body<br />
<b>R19</b> - *2sc, sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R20</b> - *2sc, sc 2* x 6 (24 sts) <br />
<b>R21</b> - *2sc, sc 3* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
Stuff the rest of the body and neck making sure to tightly stuff the neck so the head doesn't flop <br />
<b>R22</b> - *2sc, sc 4* x 6 (36 sts) <br />
<b>R23</b> - *2sc, sc 5* x 6 (42 sts)<br />
<b>R24</b> - *2sc, sc 6* x 6 (48 sts) <br />
<b>R25-34</b> - sc around (48 sts)<br />
<b>R35</b> - *sc2tog, sc 6* x 6 (42 sts)<br />
<b>R36</b> - *sc2tog, sc 5* x 6 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R37</b> - *sc2tog, sc 4* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R38</b> - *sc2tog, sc 3* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R39</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
Add stuffing <br />
<b>R40</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R41</b> - sc2tog x 6 (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off<br />
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<u>Arms</u><br />
ch 2<b> </b><br />
<b>R1</b> - sc 6<br />
<b>R2</b> - *2sc, sc* x 3 (9 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - *2sc, sc 2* x 3 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - *2sc, sc 2* x 4 (16 sts)<br />
<b>R5-7</b> - sc around (16 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 4 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
Add stuffing here and then every few rounds to make it a little easier to stuff <br />
<b>R10</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 3 (9 sts)<br />
<b>R11-21 </b>- sc around (9 sts)<br />
<b>R22</b> - hdc 4, sc, sl st<br />
Fasten off, leave long tail for sewing to body<br />
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Sew arms to body<br />
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This is the main pattern for the mermaid. For the rest, hair, face features, I know most people have their preferences for how they do them. If you are new to amigurumi, or just like to try different things, here is what I did.<br />
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For the hair I followed this hair tutorial from <a href="http://esshaych.blogspot.com/2009/09/amigurumi-hair-tutorial.html" target="_blank">EssHaych</a>. It is a little time consuming, but if you want long flowing hair (and what mermaid doesn't?), this is a great way to do it.<br />
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For the eyes I used embroidery thread and made a two round circle of 6 then 12 sc. After I sewed them on to the face I stitched a couple eyelashes on.<br />
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For the mouth I used embroidery thread as well and just made a couple stitches for a little smile.<br />
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I also stitched around the loops at the top of the tail with some gold crochet thread to add a little.<br />
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I hope you enjoy making this mermaid. If you have questions or find a mistake please comment and ask or let me know.<br />
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This pattern is for personal use only. If you would like to sell a
finished product, please credit me for the design. Happy Stitches! Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-43369665890312512812014-06-02T20:59:00.001-04:002014-08-19T08:09:28.379-04:00Dragons - PatternI've always enjoyed stories with magic and mythical creatures. As I got a little older I liked the idea of dragons. I still like dragons. So what better way to pass that interest on to my kids than making them dragons to play with.<br />
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I made these two with two different types of yarn. The larger blue one is made with worsted weight acrylic yarn and the smaller green one is made with a DK weight yarn that I have been wanting to try called CotLin from Knit Picks. I really enjoyed working with it. It is 70% Tanguis Cotton and 30% Linen. It is softer than 100% cotton and not prone to splitting. But back to dragons.<br />
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I actually wrote the pattern down as I was doing this guy since I knew I would need to make one for each child. In fact I really made both at the same time since I ran out of the blue after the legs. (That's what I get for using left over yarn.) So the pictures will be a mixture of both dragons.<br />
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Materials:<br />
Worsted or DK weight yarn, two or three colors<br />
Hook G (worsted weight) or F (DK weight)<br />
stitch marker <br />
yarn needle<br />
Stuffing of your choice <br />
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Abbreviations:<br />
ch - chain<br />
st(s) - stitch(es)<br />
sl st - slip stitch<br />
sc - single crochet<br />
sc2tog - single crochet two together<br />
BLO - back loop only <br />
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Note:<br />
Done in continuous rounds, place stitch marker in the first stitch of round, moving it up each round to mark the beginning of the round<br />
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<u>Head</u><br />
using main color, ch 2<br />
<b>R1 </b>- in 2nd ch from hook, sc 6<b> </b><br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each stitch (12 sts)<br />
<b>R3 </b>- *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - *sc 3, 2sc* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - *sc 4, 2sc* x 6 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - *sc 5, 2sc* x 6 (42 sts)<br />
<b>R8-12 </b>- sc around (42 sts)<br />
<b>R13</b> - sc 26, ch 8 (34 sts)<br />
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<b>R14 </b>- sc into st with marker, place marker into that sc. sc 33 (sc in each ch st not around) (34 sts)<br />
<b>R15</b> - sc around (34 sts)<br />
<b>R16</b> - *sc2tog, sc 6* x 3, sc2tog, sc 8 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R17</b> - sc around (30 sts)<br />
<b>R18</b> - *sc 4, 2sc* x 6 (36 sts)<br />
<b>R19</b> - *sc 3, 2sc* x 9 (45 sts)<br />
<b>R20-22</b> - sc around (45 sts)<br />
<b>R23</b> - *sc2tog, sc 7* x 5 (40 sts)<br />
<b>R24</b> - *sc2tog, sc 6* x 5 (35 sts)<br />
<b>R25</b> - sc 2, *sc2tog, sc 5* x 4, sc2tog, sc 3 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R26</b> - sc2tog x 2, sc 15, sc2tog x 2, sc, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog, sc (24 sts)<br />
<b>R27</b> - sc, sc2tog, sc 13, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog, sc, sc2tog (20 sts)<br />
<b>R28</b> - *sc, sc2tog, sc* x 5 (15 sts)<br />
<b>R29</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 5 (10 sts)<br />
<b>R30</b> - sc2tog x 5 (5 sts)<br />
Fasten off and weave in end to close<br />
Stuff nose and top portion of head <br />
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<u>Neck and Body</u><br />
continue using main color<br />
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<b>R1</b> - join at 8th open st of head, sc in same st, sc 7, sc2tog (next sc and first ch st), sc in next 6 ch sts, sc2tog (last ch st and next sc), sc 6 (22 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - sc 7, sc2tog x 2, sc 4, sc2tog x 2, sc 3 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R3-4</b> - sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - sc 7, 2sc, sc 6, 2sc, sc 3 (20 sts)<br />
<b>R6 </b>- sc 8, 2sc, sc 7, 2sc, sc 3 (22 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - sc around (22 sts)<br />
<b>R8</b> - sc 10, 2sc, sc 5, 2sc, sc 5 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - sc around (24 sts)<br />
<b>R10</b> - sc 9, *2sc, sc 2* x 5 (29 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - sc around (29 sts)<br />
<b>R12 </b>- sc 10, *2sc, sc 3* x 4, 2sc, sc 3 (34 sts)<br />
<b>R13</b> - sc around (34 sts)<br />
At this point you will want to stuff the rest of the head and neck.<b> </b><br />
<b>R14</b> - *2sc, sc 4* x 6, 2sc, sc 3 (41 sts)<br />
<b>R15</b> - *2sc, sc 5* x 6, 2sc, sc 4 (48 sts)<br />
<b>R16-19</b> - sc around (48 sts)<br />
<b>R20</b> - *2sc, sc 7* x 6 (54 sts)<br />
<b>R21-25</b> - sc around (54 sts)<br />
<b>R26</b> - *sc2tog, sc 7* x 6 (48 sts)<br />
<b>R27</b> - *sc2tog, sc 6* x 6 (42 sts)<br />
<b>R28</b> - *sc2tog, sc 5* x 6 (36 sts) <br />
<b>R29</b> - *sc2tog, sc 4* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R30</b> - *sc2tog, sc 3* x 6 (24 sts) <br />
<b>R31</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
Stuff the rest of the body<b> </b><br />
<b>R32</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts) <br />
<b>R33</b> - sc2tog x 6 (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off and weave in end to close<br />
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<u>Leg</u> (make 2)<br />
using accent color, ch2<br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook sc 6<br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each st (12 sts)<br />
<b>R3 </b>- *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - *sc 3, 2sc* x 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - change to main color, in BLO sc around (30 sts)<br />
<b>R7-9</b> - sc around (30 sts)<br />
<b>R10</b> - *sc2tog, sc 3* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - sc around (24 sts)<br />
<b>R12</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R13-16</b> - sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R17</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R18</b> - sc 6, *2sc, sc* x 6, sc 6 (30 sts)<br />
<b>R19-21</b> - sc around (30 sts)<br />
<b>R22</b> - sc 6, *sc2tog, sc* x 6, sc 6 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R23</b> - *sc2tog, sc 2* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
Stuff leg<b> </b><br />
<b>R24</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R25</b> - sc2tog x 6 (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off and weave in end to close<br />
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<u>Arm</u> (make 2)<br />
using accent color, ch 2<br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook sc 6<br />
<b>R2</b> - 2sc in each st (12 sts)<br />
<b>R3 </b>- *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - change to main color, in BLO sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R5-6</b> - sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R7</b> - *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R</b><b>8-10</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
<b>R11</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 6 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R12-14 </b>- sc around (18 sts)<br />
Stuff arm<b> </b><br />
<b>R15 </b>- *sc2tog, sc* x 6 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R16</b> - sc2tog x 6 (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off and weave in end to close<br />
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<u>Tail</u><br />
using main color, ch 2 <br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4<br />
<b>R2</b> - sc, 2sc, sc, 2sc (6 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - *sc, 2sc* x 3 (9 sts)<br />
<b>R4-8</b> - sc around (9 sts)<br />
<b>R9</b> - *sc 2, 2sc* x 3 (12 sts)<br />
<b>R10-12</b> - sc around (12 sts)<br />
<b>R13 </b>- *sc 3, 2sc* x 3 (15 sts)<br />
<b>R14</b> - sc around (15 sts)<br />
<b>R15</b> - *sc 4, 2sc* x 3 (18 sts)<br />
<b>R16 </b>- sc around (18 sts)<br />
<b>R17</b> - *sc 5, 2sc* x 3 (21 sts)<br />
<b>R18</b> - *sc 6, 2sc* x 3 (24 sts)<br />
<b>R19</b> - sl st in next 3 sts to finish, leave long end for sewing to body<br />
Stuff tail<br />
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<u>Ear</u> (make 2)<br />
using main color, ch 4<br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook 2sc, sc, 2sc, turn (5 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 1, 2sc, sc 3, 2sc, turn (7 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - ch 1, 2sc, sc 5, 2sc, turn (9 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - ch 1, sc 7, 2sc, 2sc, turn (11 sts)<br />
<b>R5</b> - sl st in first sc, sl st in next sc, sc, [hdc, dc, hdc] in next sc, sc, sl st, sc, [hdc, dc, hdc] in next sc, sc, sl st, sc (15 sts)<br />
Fasten off, leave long end for sewing to head<br />
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<u>Wing</u> (make 2)<br />
ch 16<br />
<b>R1</b> - in 2nd ch from hook sc, sc 14, turn (15 sts)<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 1, sc 12, ch 3, turn (12 sts + 3 ch)<br />
<b>R3 </b>- sc in 2nd ch, sc 13, turn (14 sts)<br />
<b>R4</b> - st st 3, sc 7, ch 3, turn (10 sts + 3 ch)<br />
<b>R5</b> - sc in 2nd ch, sc 8, turn (9 sts)<br />
<b>R6</b> - sl st 2, sc 4, ch 3, turn (6 sts + 3 ch)<br />
<b>R7</b> - sc in 2nd ch, sc 4, sl st (6 sts)<br />
Fasten off, leave long end for sewing to body<br />
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Now you have all the pieces, and it is time to start sewing them together.<br />
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First sew on the tail to the back of the dragon body, lining it up in the middle and at the bottom of the body.<br />
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I added the ears next. Sew to the side of the head.<br />
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Next add the legs. I pressed the side of the legs against the body and sewed it on. Use pins to hold it in place if you wish, especially the second leg if you are having trouble lining the two legs up.<br />
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Next add the arms. Position the arms slightly forward and sew on.<br />
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Before adding the wings, I stitched down the middle from the top of the head to the tail with the accent color on the green dragon and with a second accent color on the blue dragon. I made the stitches three to five rows long, longer ones in the middle and shorter ones at the top of the head and tail, with one or two rows between. This row of stitches will be used as a base for the spikes. Unfortunately I didn't get pictures of this. Although you can somewhat see part of them here.<br />
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Once I had the spike base stitched, I added the wings, again didn't get pictures (I was excited about being almost done). I sewed each wing on about a stitch or two away from the spike base.<br />
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<u>Spikes</u> <br />
Now for the spikes. I made two different types of spikes. For the blue dragon I made traditional spikes by joining the second accent color to each of the spike base stitches. Sc around the yarn 4 to 10 times depending on the length of the base stitch. Turn and decrease the stitches. I did the following:<br />
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sc 4, turn sc 6, turn<br />
ch 1, sc2tog x 2, turn ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog, turn<br />
ch1, sc2tog ch 1, sc2tog x 2, turn<br />
ch1, sc2tog<br />
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sc 8, turn sc 10, turn<br />
ch1, sc2tog x 4, turn ch 1, sc2tog x 2, sc 2, sc2tog x 2, turn<br />
ch 1, sc2tog x 2, turn ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog, turn<br />
ch1, sc2tog ch 1, sc2tog x 2, turn<br />
ch1, sc2tog<br />
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On the green dragon I made loops instead of spikes. Join the accent color to the top spike base. Sc around the yarn 4 to 10 times depending of the length of the base stitch. Once you get to the end of the stitch ch 3 and sc around the next base stitch, continue to sc around each base stitch with a ch 3 between each until you reach the end of the tail. Turn and begin making the loops by chaining 4 to 10 sts at each sc section of the previous row then sc 4 around each ch space of the previous row, sl st into the last sc of the previous row to finish. The more ch sts the bigger the loops will be. I started and ended with smaller loops and made larger loops in the middle.<br />
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Okay, now for the fun part, embellishments. Of course you want to add eyes, I added nostrils. Then some stitching along the top of the ears. <br />
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On the wings I slip stitched along the top of one dragon and sc along
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I hope you have fun making these. If you have questions or find a mistake please comment and ask or let me know.<br />
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This pattern is for personal use only. If you would like to sell a
finished product, please credit me for the design. Happy Stitches! <br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"></span><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-52429805958248772312014-05-18T14:43:00.001-04:002014-05-18T14:43:58.104-04:00Tatting and Irish LaceWhere have I been for the past two months?! Well, I haven't had a lot to show. I hit a little bit of an apathy period on anything big and have been working on a lot of this and that. I did a little bit more on C's Rainbow and Pansies blanket, but I got excited about a lot of new things and put that down. Maybe too many new things and that has caused me to not get anything done.<br />
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My big thing I've started is tatting. My mother got me a online class from Craftsy for my birthday, Shutting Tatting with Marilee Rockley. I really like it. Marilee does a great job of demonstrating and explaining.<br />
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I got two other class as well, but haven't started those at all. The shuttle tatting has been a great change for me. I haven't really worked with thread before and that was an adjustment.<br />
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I was a little nervous because I guess learning how to do the double stitch (really the only stitch in tatting) is difficult, there is a certain flip of the thread that has to be done. But I got it on my first try. Woohoo!<br />
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I'm only about halfway through the class and really enjoying it. For me it's just making tatted jewelry since I'm not a big doily fan, but I made some nice earrings for my mom for Mother's Day.<br />
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Since I had crochet thread, I was cruising Pintrest (I've gotten a little addicted lately) and found all these pins for Irish lace or Irish crochet. Beautiful. And I thought I want to do that. So I found some patterns (and some how to's) and made a few motifs.<span id="goog_2037748858"></span><span id="goog_2037748859"></span><br />
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You are suppose to use very fine thread, like size 50 or 80, but I haven't been brave enough for that. I'm just using my size 10 thread and size 3 for the padding. Although the above picture of what would be used for the lace filling is in size 3 just for practice.<br />
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I haven't put anything together, I really don't have enough to put together. Again, it's that apathy I'm having right now. As you can see in most of the pictures all my ends are still hanging about.<br />
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I'm starting to lack space for my projects. Or maybe it is more lack organization. I now have yarn, thread, crochet needles, shuttles, jewelry findings and tools, and lots of little pieces. Maybe if I get organized a little better I will have more motivation to finish something. Or maybe I should stop trying new things.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-54438258913372335252014-03-17T15:56:00.001-04:002014-03-17T15:56:06.970-04:00Little ElephantI saw my nephews last month and they wanted me to crochet something for them. The younger one who is six first wanted a puppy, so we went pattern cruising. He had so much fun with this and looking at all the things that could be made that he changed his mind about what he wanted so many times I'm not sure what he finally decided on. He stuck with an elephant for the longest so I decided to make one for him. I looked (later without him) for a cute pattern, but I couldn't really find one that I wanted. So I just made one up as I went along.<br />
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I think it turned out well. I didn't write the pattern down as I went, so I'm not sure that I could do it again, at least not exactly the same.<br />
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I gave him a cute little smile.<br />
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And I really like how the tail turned out. <br />
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Hopefully my nephew will like it. <br />
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Now for the older one's request. He wants me to make him Peyton Manning. <br />
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Again I got the headband idea from <a href="http://creativeyarn.blogspot.com/2008/05/headband-with-flower.html" target="_blank">Creative Yarns</a>. I made my own design, modified the length for a toddler, and made it a button closure.<br />
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worsted weight yarn (I used an acrylic yarn for this pattern, but I think cotton yarn is a better choice)<br />
Hook G (4.00 mm)<br />
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Abbreviations:<br />
ch - chain<br />
st - stitch<br />
sp - space<br />
sl st - slip stitch<br />
sk - skip<br />
sc - single crochet<br />
hdc - half double crochet<br />
dc - double crochet<br />
trc - treble crochet<br />
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ch 2<br />
<b>R1</b> - sc 8 in the first ch, sl st to first sc (8 sts)<br />
(You can also do these first two steps with a magic ring if that is your preference)<br />
<b>R2</b> - ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in same sc, 2 dc in each sc around, sl st to 2nd ch of ch 2 (16 sts)<br />
<b>R3</b> - ch 3 (counts as first dc and ch 1), *dc, ch 1* in each dc around, sl st to 2nd ch of ch 3 (16sts, 16 ch 1 sp)<br />
<b>R4 </b>- sl st in ch 1 sp, ch 4 (counts as first dc and ch 2), *dc, ch 2* in each ch 1 sp, sl st to 2nd ch of ch 4, (16 sts, 16 ch 2 sp)<br />
<b>R5</b> - sl st in ch 2 sp, *[sc, hdc, dc] in ch 2 sp, trc in dc of prev round, [dc, hdc, sc] in next ch 2 sp, sl st in next dc of prev round* repeat between * 7 more times, end with a sl st, do not fasten off (8 sun rays)<br />
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first side<br />
from completion of motif, ch 38, turn, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 9, ch 27, sl st on other side of sun ray at sl st, fasten off<br />
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count over 3 sun rays, join at sl st, ch 38, turn, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc, ch 2, sk 2, sc 6, ch 27, sl st on other side of sun ray at sl st, fasten off.<br />
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Add button at third sc of first strap.<br />
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This headband measures 20 inches and fits my three and a half year old perfectly. If you need it to be larger or smaller add or decrease the chain length. Or if you aren't sure of size add a second button so it can be tighten if needed.<br />
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I had to take a little break from the Rainbow and Pansies. I can only work on something for so long before I start going a little crazy, which is why I haven't done a blanket before and tend to pick small projects that I can do in a day or two.<br />
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So I was cruising around on Ravelry looking at crochet jewelry (I have an idea brewing, but that is for later) and I found some really cute designs by <a href="http://creativeyarn.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Creative Yarn</a>. So I headed over to her blog and looked at her patterns. I don't think she posted here anymore since the last post was over three years ago, but nonetheless she has cute patterns. I found one for a <a href="http://creativeyarn.blogspot.com/2008/05/headband-with-flower.html" target="_blank">headband</a> and thought it was adorable. It was meant for an adult, but I decided to modify it for my toddler.<br />
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First I have to say that C doesn't like wearing anything in her hair. Bows, barrettes, headbands, ponytails, they all stay for about five minutes and then are pulled out. So I wasn't optimistic for this to work but I had to try. I have to tame her curls a little.<br />
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I made the sun first, and talked it up. She actually wore it all day. I think that it was loose enough and soft that she didn't notice it in. It looked so cute in her hair I decided to make another one. C picked out a variegated pink yarn awhile ago so I thought I could do a heart with it. I found an awesome pattern at Cherry Heart for a <a href="http://sandra-cherryheart.blogspot.com/2011/06/granny-heart-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Granny Heart</a> but it was too big for a headband, at least with the cotton yarn I wanted to use. Here it is though. I might try it again with a lighter yarn<br />
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I looked some more at Cherry Heart because I like her patterns. I tried the Boho Hearts but smaller than I wanted. Then I found <a href="http://sandra-cherryheart.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/twinkler-stars.html" target="_blank">Twinkler Stars</a>. <br />
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I made the bigger one first with cotton worsted yarn and an H hook. I liked the size and thought it would work well. Then C wanted it to be two stars. I made a second one with a G hook to make it a little smaller. I connected them with a slip stitch when I made the last point of the smaller star. Turns out she was right, super cute with two stars. Since it is a variegated yarn one side of the straps came out white, but oh well.<br />
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I decided that the cotton yarn works a little better. The sun was made with acrylic worsted weight yarn and after a day of wearing it stretches and gets a little loose.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-80145579748248835542014-02-28T19:23:00.002-05:002014-02-28T22:26:24.621-05:00Rainbows and Pansies part 2Just wanted to give an update on C's blanket. I got the cream color I wanted and have started making the squares for the pansies. I decided to go with a bobble stitch here too. The actual pattern is more of a traditional granny square. Again that is found over on <a href="http://www.annoocrochet.com/2013/03/pansy-flower-granny-free-pattern.html" target="_blank">Annoo's Crochet</a>. But I thought I would go bobble all the way. I like the way it's looking.<br />
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It's going a lot faster than the spiral. Of course I'm only doing 6 inch squares and one color so that helps. Originally I was going to stitch them together into 12 inch squares, but I've decided to wait to see how I'm going to put the blanket together. If I don't do alternating spirals and pansies I might like the pansies to be 6 inches. Anyway, we'll see.<br />
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Here is a picture of all eight colors in the flowers.<br />
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Happy stitching!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-73907710623786223332014-02-22T20:39:00.000-05:002014-02-22T20:39:03.767-05:00Rainbows and PansiesI feel like I have been seeing granny squares all over the place. I love granny squares but I don't have the endurance to make them then do something with them. I know this about myself. Really I do.<br />
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Then I saw this awesome square pattern on <a href="http://psicrochet.com/portfolio-items/granny-bobble-spiral/" target="_blank">P.S I crochet</a>.<br />
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A granny spiral bobble square. I loved it. So what so I do? I ask C, look isn't this pretty, do you want mommy to make you a blanket? Of course!!<br />
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This is how the conversation went. What colors do you want? Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. Well, it just has four colors, what four colors do you want. Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. That's six colors. Yes. Let's pick four colors. But I want a rainbow blanket. Of course you do.<br />
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So, again, what do I do? Sure, C, I'll make you a rainbow blanket. And then what do I do? I decide that I'm going to make a twin size blanket for her bed that she doesn't even have yet. And since I do know myself and my, dare I say hatred, for stitching things together, I decided that if I made 12 inch squares I would be making less squares and therefore sewing less. 4 x 6 squares, so a 48 in x 72 in blanket. Only 24 squares, that's not bad.<br />
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That decision made I started on my squares. I added pink and lavender to C's color choices.<br />
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Then I realized, this is going to be a dizzy blanket. I thought about doing just solid colored squares, 12 spirals and 12 solids, but a flat square next to the bobble looked funny. I needed something with dimension. What goes with rainbows, flowers.<br />
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Back I went to blogs and searches. I found Annoo's Crochet World. So many flower granny squares. I finally decided on <a href="http://www.annoocrochet.com/2013/03/pansy-flower-granny-free-pattern.html" target="_blank">Spring Pansy</a>.<br />
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Only that flower is too small to work on a 12 inch square. Dilemma. Okay, if I make four flowers that will work on a 12 inch square. Since each flower is two colors I can put all eight colors on one square to tie it all together. But that is 48 flowers. So much for my as little as possible thoughts.<br />
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I plan on putting the flowers on cream colored squares. Hopefully that will tone the rainbow down a little. I'm just waiting for a sale on yarn to get the color I want. They will be spread out, I just have them tied together so I can keep the colors organized.<br />
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I'll post again on this when I accomplish more. I hope I can get it done by the end of March so my grandma can help me organize the squares when I see her then.<br />
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Happy Stitching!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-82269699773054263272014-02-21T12:20:00.002-05:002014-04-16T09:45:43.743-04:00Toddler Gladiator Sandal - PatternAs promised, here is the pattern for the Toddler Gladiator Sandal. It took me awhile to work out the pattern to be understandable to others, but I think it's okay. I've added lots of pictures to help. If you have problems please let me know. I have made my standard two sizes for now, Toddler 9/10 and 11/12. I will try for a size 7/8 soon. I've started a new project and it's a big one, so I'm immersed in that at the moment (a post on that coming). Plus my nephews have asked for things so I need to get motivated to do those before I see them again next month. Good thing these are warm weather shoes so I have a little time.<br />
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Materials:<br />
worsted weight yarn, two or three colors<br />
Hooks - G (4.00mm) for sole, F (3.75mm) for body<br />
six little buttons<br />
Needle and thread<br />
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Abbreviations:</div>
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ch – chain</div>
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st – stitch</div>
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sl st – slip stitch</div>
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sk – skip</div>
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sc – single crochet</div>
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hdc – half double crochet</div>
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dc – double crochet</div>
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sc2tog – single crochet two stitches
together</div>
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dc2tog – double crochet two stitches
together</div>
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dc3tog – double crochet three stitch
together<br />
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Notes:</div>
This pattern is
written for two sizes. First size measures about 6 ¼ inches or a
toddler size 9/10, the larger size is in ( ) and measures about 7
inches or a toddler size 11/12. If there are no ( ) then it is the same for both sizes.<br />
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A double sole is optional, I like them because they add a little padding for toddlers. It also tends for make the sandals a little more solid and less flimsy.<br />
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<u>Sole</u><br />
Hook G<br />
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make four for double sole</div>
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with color A, ch 19 (23)</div>
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<b>R1</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
2 sc in 2</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">nd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch from hook, sc 10 (12), hdc, dc 5 (7), 7 dc in last ch, working
opposite side of ch, dc 5 (7), hdc, sc 10 (12), 2 sc in last ch, sl
st to first sc – 43 (51) sts</span></div>
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<b>R2</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, sc, 2 sc, sc 15 (19), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 4, hdc, sc 15 (19),
2 sc, sc, sl st to first sc – 49 (57) sts</span></div>
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<b>R3</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, 2 sc, sc, 2 sc, sc 17 (21), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 2, 2 hdc, *2
hdc, hdc* repeat x 2, sc 17 (21), 2 sc, sc, 2 sc, sl st to first sc –
58 (66) sts</span></div>
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<b>R4</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 2, hdc, 2 hdc, hdc 21 (25), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 3, *2 hdc, hdc*
repeat x 3, hdc 21 (25), 2 hdc, hdc, sl st to first hdc, fasten off – 66 (74)
sts</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><u>Flower Motif</u></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">make 2</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">change to Hook F</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">with color B, ch 4, sl st to form ring</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R1</b>: ch 1, 6 sc in ring, sl st to first dc</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R2</b>: ch 1, sc in same st, ch 3, *sc, ch 3* x 5, sl st to first sc (total of 6 sc and 6 ch 3)</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R3</b>: sl st in ch 3 sp, *sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc* in ch 3 sp, repeat * in each ch 3 sp, sl st to first sc, fasten off (total 6 petals)</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R4</b>: join color A to any petal at first dc, ch 3 (counts at first dc), dc in same st, ch 3, 2 dc in next st, ch 2, sk 4, 2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc in next st, ch 2, sk 4, sl st 2, ch 2, sk 4, 2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, sk 4, 2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, sk 4, sl st 2, ch 2, sl st to ch 3</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R5</b>: sl st in next dc, sl st into ch 3 sp, ch 1, sc 2 in ch 3 sp, sc in each dc, sc 2 in ch 2 sp, sc in each dc, sc 2 in ch 3 sp, turn</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R6 - R14</b>: ch 1, sc 10, turn</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R15</b>: ch 1, sc 10, fasten off</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">left motif is front side, right motif is back side</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">notice the pink stitching showing on the back side</td></tr>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><u>Heel/Back</u></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Hook F</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Left R1</b>: looking at right side of sole, count 7 (8) sts back from seam (to the left), join, ch 1, sc in same st, sc 10 (12), turn<b> </b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">stitch from red marker to blue marker</td></tr>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Right R1</b>: looking at right side of sole, in 4th (5th) st from seam (to the right) join, ch 1, sc in same st, sc 10 (12), turn</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">stitch from red marker to blue marker</td></tr>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R2</b>: ch 1, sc 11 (13), turn</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R3 - R15</b>: Repeat R2</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R16</b>: ch 1, sc 11 (13), ch 6 (7), sc to first st of motif's R15, sc 9, ch 10 (11), turn</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">first connect to motif</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">second ch of R16, which will connect to button</td></tr>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R17</b>: sl st in 5th ch from hook, sl st around to end of heel piece, fasten off.</span></div>
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<u>Ankle Straps</u><br />
- on motif count 5 sc rows down and place markers on each side, count 4 rows down from first marker and place 2nd marker on side.<br />
- on heel, count 5 sc rows down and place marker on connected side, count 4 rows down from first market and place 2nd marker<br />
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- on connected side, starting at top marker of heel, join, ch 6 (7), sl st in to motif at top marker (insert hook front to back), turn and sl st in each ch st, sl st into heel at same sp as join, fasten off<br />
- Repeat at 2nd marker<br />
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- on button side, join at top marker, ch 10 (11), turn, sl st into 5th ch from hook, sl st in to each ch st, sl st in to same sp as join, fasten off.<br />
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- Repeat at 2nd marker<br />
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<u>Toe</u><br />
join in sp between bottom dc sts of motif on connected side of shoe, ch 3, sl st around post between 1st and 2nd sp over from R2 middle sp of sole (see picture below), turn, sl st in each ch st, sl st into same sp as join, fasten off.<br />
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<u>Foot Straps</u><br />
- on sole of shoe, place markers in 8th (10th), 12th (14th), and 16th (18th) st from heel section of each side<br />
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- on motif, place markers in sp between side dc sts and between dc of petal that has the sl st across the top.<br />
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-join on sole at first marker, ch 4, sl st into motif at first marker, turn, sl st in each ch st, sl st into same st as join, fasten off.<br />
-Repeat on other side.<br />
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-Repeat for second and third markers, each side<br />
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<u>Buttons</u><br />
on heel sew on buttons at top row, 5th row down, and 9th row down so they match with the button straps. Easy way to find correct row is to find where straps connect to other side of heel and follow it over to button side. I sewed the button at the 2nd sc of the row.<br />
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<u>Attaching the double sole</u><br />
Pull all yarn ends through the bottom of the top sole.<br />
Place wrong side of bottom sole against wrong side of top sole, making sure all ends are tucked between.<br />
Sl st around between posts of hdc, fasten off.<br />
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(I haven't got a picture of this yet since I still haven't sprayed the non-slip on the bottom sole. I used the same color for the top and bottom sole and plan on using the accent color for the stitching.)<br />
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And voila, the sandal is done!<br />
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Hopefully it all made sense, but comment or send me an email if you need clarification.<br />
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This pattern is for personal use only. If you would like to sell a finished product, please credit me for the design. Happy Stitches! <br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"></span><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-46015080505176347392014-02-10T14:59:00.000-05:002014-02-10T20:34:16.230-05:00Toddler Gladiator Sandal PreviewWhile I was making the <a href="http://sanitybystitches.blogspot.com/2014/01/toddler-two-strap-sandal-pattern.html" target="_blank">Two Strap Sandals</a>, I also got the idea for this sandal in my head. I almost stopped making the first sandals because I was so excited about these.<br />
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I wanted something pretty and trendy. A few months ago I found a really cute pattern for a toddler fingerless glove that had a little flower motif on the back (if you are interested, the gloves are at <a href="http://crochetlatte.com/2012/03/18/toddler-fingerless-gloves/" target="_blank">crochetlatte</a>). I really wanted to make them for C, but never did. So I thought why not make a little sandal with a fun, pretty motif on the top. I tried out a whole bunch, but decided to start with this little flower.<br />
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My husband thinks they are impractical, but really does that matter?<br />
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I'm not quite finished with the sandal because I would like to put a double sole on. I'm going to try out making it non-slip by using Plasti-dip. See here for a <a href="http://ktandthesquid.com/2014/01/08/how-to-non-slip-crochet-slipper-bottoms" target="_blank">tutorial</a>. You can find the colors at hardware stores like Home Depot and Lowes, but I didn't want to limit my colors that way. You can order clear online, but I just need to do it. Once I do I'll do a post on how it went.<br />
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Anyway, back to the sandal. Right now I've only made one size, hopefully I'll make another size, maybe two. I need to work on the pattern to make it clearer in some places. I love how it has come together. I think I'll try out some different motifs too. Hopefully I'll get the pattern up soon.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-70051655516230800492014-02-06T20:37:00.000-05:002014-02-10T20:34:30.875-05:00UPDATE - Toddler Double Sole MoccasinBased on some questions I've had on the Toddler Double Sole Moccasin Pattern I added a couple more pictures to the ankle section. Hopefully that will help clarify. I also found a typo in the pattern in R11, I had too many decreased in the toe. It has been fixed. <br />
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I have been impressed with the number of people who have view the pattern. I'm glad so many people like it. I'm working on more toddler patterns for the summer.<br />
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Happy Stitches!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-27484961296349860502014-02-05T14:27:00.000-05:002014-02-10T20:34:44.874-05:00Baskets, baskets, and more basketsI don't know about the rest of you but my kids toys need organization, especially after Christmas. So I went looking for containers. Baskets, bins, boxes, buckets, whatever, I couldn't find anything I liked (at least that I thought was worth the money). Instead I found a pattern that I really liked and decided to make my own baskets.<br />
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The initial pattern came from Liz at Crochet in Color. It is her <a href="http://crochetincolor.blogspot.com/2012/02/chunky-crocheted-basket-pattern.html" target="_blank">Chucky Crocheted Basket</a>. I loved how sturdy it looked. I had to go out and buy the right size hook, but you can always use another hook, right? Only the medium blue variegated basket follows her pattern exactly. All of the others got modified from that.<br />
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So the medium blue green one was made from Liz's smaller pattern. I don't think the color or yarn texture (kind of fuzzy) shows off the detail of her pattern well, but it is nice and sturdy. I'm trying to remember the brand of yarn I used, but I'm at a loss. This one was easy and quick to make. I really like the way she did the seam between the bottom and the sides by stitching in the back ridge of the hdc as opposed to the actual top loops. I've used this technique in other things now that I've learned it.<br />
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The little yellow basket was actually suppose to be just a test pattern for making a oval basket. It only uses one strand of worsted weight yarn so it isn't super stiff. But it turned out to be perfect for C's crayons, because really, what three year old can keep a crayon box around for long before it gets squished and torn. It fits perfectly on her little coloring/craft table.<br />
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The biggest basket was suppose to be for me and my projects, but instead was used to hold train tracks and associated paraphernalia. Again, cardboard box and kids. The green portion is four strands of worsted weight (three different greens and cream) and the cream stripe is two strands of bulky. The reason for the stripe is because I didn't have enough of one of the greens to make the whole basket; it is 80 sts around. However, I really like the way it turned out. I think it breaks up the green nicely. I must say this was not my favorite thing to work on. Part of it was because of the four skeins of yarn I was pulling from. Another was the size. I felt like it took me forever to finish a round.<br />
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The smallest, skinny little basket hangs from the kids' easel to hold markers. The two sided easel only has a one sided tray. This one is also made of only one strand of worsted weight, mostly because it was a quick fix.<br />
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I'm sure I will be making more, but I'm basketed out for now. That green one really did me in. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-27902481476167707982014-01-30T11:43:00.000-05:002014-02-10T20:35:00.998-05:00Toddler Two Strap Sandal - Pattern<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0wr-RqGEENZSgL-70ld_cGOZsaM8pwBTZkBC6jo-wLGaQ3pyjP157MZvxT1bwUZEGVGO-vsKntSi4V34K2xlt5rdZaz19PCh63zVv4W4hKKTTixFg2-jwaTAHLYvTXLxXbFu8ZXhXgSbI/s1600/P1050566.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0wr-RqGEENZSgL-70ld_cGOZsaM8pwBTZkBC6jo-wLGaQ3pyjP157MZvxT1bwUZEGVGO-vsKntSi4V34K2xlt5rdZaz19PCh63zVv4W4hKKTTixFg2-jwaTAHLYvTXLxXbFu8ZXhXgSbI/s1600/P1050566.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Last night we got another inch of snow. So why am I making sandals? I couldn't help it. I got this pattern in my head and had to get it out. I saw a baby version of this sandal somewhere, I can't remember where, but since I don't have babies I had to come up with a bigger version for my toddlers. I don't exactly like the color scheme on the bigger sandal, the pink and cream, but oh well. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is a fairly easy pattern to do, just a lot of pieces to it, I would say it is an advanced beginner. If you have made or looked at my toddler moccasin pattern the sole portion is the same for this shoe. Hey, if it works why change it.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Materials:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Worsted weight yarn,
two or three colors</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hook G – 4.00mm</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">two buttons</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">needle and small
amount of thread to sew buttons</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Abbreviations:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">ch
– chain</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">st
– stitch</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">sl
st – slip stitch</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">sk
– skip</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">sc
– single crochet</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">hdc
– half double crochet</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">dc
– double crochet</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">sc2tog
– single crochet two stitches together</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">sc3tog
– single crochet three stitches together</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">dc2tog
– double crochet two stitches together</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">RS
– right side</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">WS
– wrong side</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This
pattern is written for two sizes. First size measures about 6 ¼
inches or a toddler size 9/10, the larger size measures about 7
inches or a toddler size 11/12. The larger size is designated in ()
in the sole and strap.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Sole</u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Make
2 for bottom sole and 2 for top sole, four total</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Note:
it is best to make the soles from the same brand of yarn so they
match in size</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ch
19 (23)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R1</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
2 sc in 2</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">nd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch from hook, sc 10 (12), hdc, dc 5 (7), 7 dc in last ch, working
opposite side of ch, dc 5 (7), hdc, sc 10 (12), 2 sc in last ch, sl
st to first sc – 43 (51) sts</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R2</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, sc, 2 sc, sc 15 (19), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 4, hdc, sc 15 (19),
2 sc, sc, sl st to first sc – 49 (57) sts</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R3</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, 2 sc, sc, 2 sc, sc 17 (21), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 2, 2 hdc, *2
hdc, hdc* repeat x 2, sc 17 (21), 2 sc, sc, 2 sc, sl st to first sc –
58 (66) sts</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R4</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 2, hdc, 2 hdc, hdc 21 (25), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 3, *2 hdc, hdc*
repeat x 3, hdc 21 (25), 2 hdc, hdc, sl st to first hdc, fasten off –
66 (74) sts</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Body</u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size 9/10</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">with RS of top sole
facing up, sl st to 2<sup>nd</sup> st from seam</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R5</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc 9, ch 6, sk 6, dc 6, ch 10, sk 18,
dc 6, ch 6, sk 6, dc 10, ch 4, sk 4, sl st to 3</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">rd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch of ch 3</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R6</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc in same st, sc 20, sc2tog, hdc 8 (across toe ch),
sc2tog, sc 25, sl st to first sc</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R7</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc in same st, sc 19, sc2tog, hdc 8, sc2tog, sc 20, dc2tog
x 2, sl st to first sc</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R8</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc in same st, sc 18, sc3tog, hdc 6, sc3tog, sc 19, hdc 2,
sl st to first sc, fasten off</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Size
11/12</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">with
RS of top sole facing up, sl st to 3</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">rd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
st from seam</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R5</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 3 (counts of first dc), dc 9, ch 7, sk 7, dc 8, ch 10, sk 18,
dc 8, ch 7, sk 7, dc 10, ch 6, sk 6, sl st to 3</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">rd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch of ch 3</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R6</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc in same st, sc 23, sc2tog, hdc 8, sc2tog, sc 30, sl st
to first sc</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R7</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc in same st, sc 22, sc2tog, hdc 8, sc2tog, sc 23, hdc,
dc2tog x 2, hdc, sl st to first sc</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>R8</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc in same st, sc 21, sc3tog, hdc 6, sc3tog, sc 23, hdc 2,
sc, sl st to first sc, fasten off</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Strap</span></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">For
left shoe, join in 11</span></span><sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
st from seam, for right shoe, join in 33</span></span><sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">rd</span></span></sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
(39</span></span><sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">)
st from seam</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Ch
16</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R1</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– in 3</span></span><sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">rd</span></span></sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch from hook hdc, hdc 13, sl st in shoe in st next to join, sl st in
next st, turn</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R2</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– sk sl sts, hdc in first hdc, hdc 10, ch 2, sk 2, hdc, turn</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Note:
for smaller button hole – ch 1, sk 1, hdc 2, turn</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R3</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 2, hdc 14, sl st in next st on shoe, fasten off</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Edging</span></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Using
color of choice, sl st around all openings (toe, side vents, and
heel), as well as the top of body and strap.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Attaching
the bottom sole</span></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Pull
all yarn ends through the bottom of the top sole.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Place
the WS of the bottom sole against the wrong side of the top sole,
tucking all loose ends between them.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Line
the soles up and, using the same color as the bottom sole, sl st the
soles together, sl st between the hdc posts, with the stitch against
the bottom sole. </span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
sl st between the post as opposed to the top of the stitch will give
a better edge to the sandal</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Finishing</span></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Sew
on button and enjoy.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you have any questions or find any mistakes let me know. This pattern
is for personal use only, if you want to sell a finished product please
credit me for the design. Thanks and happy stitches!</span></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-8307110669120343052014-01-24T13:00:00.000-05:002014-02-10T20:35:15.952-05:00Little Einstein dolls - Annie and LeoMy children love Little Einsteins. It makes for a very musical household since they sing the tunes and play pretend instruments (or not pretend in some cases). So I went looking this Christmas for Little Einstein toys. Toy figures, dolls, anything, but no. Nothing. Nada. Well, that's not quite true. I did find some toys for sale on ebay. $100. Are you kidding?!<br />
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So I thought, I can make dolls. Simply crochet up a doll and put the right clothes on. Okay, not exactly simple. I'm not a fast crocheter at all. Seriously, super slow. So I only got one done in time for Christmas. I made up Annie first for my daughter.<br />
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I am not completely pleased with how it turned out, especially the head, but my kids loved it. Lucky for me they are nearly as critical. After a number of fights, I knew I needed to make another one. So I went with Leo. <br />
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I wrote down a quick pattern while I was making Annie, so it was a little easier to make Leo. I still don't like the size of the head. For those of you who have seen the Little Einsteins, their heads are pretty big. But I decided just to stick with how I did Annie's so it would be the same. (I might have a slight case of OCD.) I do like how his glasses turned out. So now we have brother and sister.<br />
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I do plan on making June and Quincy, but I am done with amigurumi for awhile. C would like me to make Rocket too, but I don't know if I'm that talented. Or maybe it's more of I don't want to put forth that much effort. When I get the other two made I'll put them up. I will have to get to them soon. It will bother me if I don't have all of them (that OCD again).<br />
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Happy stitches!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-59639325640826750652014-01-23T15:47:00.001-05:002014-02-10T20:35:32.061-05:00Newborn Mary Janes - PatternAfter making the little loafers, I wanted to make a girl version. There are a lot of little Mary Janes out there. This pattern is really quick (seven rounds) and the post stitch added just enough detail to pretty it up. It is pretty much the same as the <a href="http://sanitybystitches.blogspot.com/2014/01/newborn-loafers-pattern.html" target="_blank">Newborn Loafer</a> but the post stitches are continued up one more round and of course the little strap over the top. I think they are super cute and if you add the ribbon or contrasting yarn color around the bottom it adds even more detail.<br />
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Materials:</div>
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worsted weight
yarn </div>
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Hook G – 4.00 mm</div>
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Yarn needle<br />
1/4 inch ribbon, if desired </div>
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Abbreviations:</div>
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ch – chain</div>
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st(s) - stitch(es)<br />
sk - skip </div>
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sc – single
crochet</div>
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hcd – half
double crochet</div>
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sl st – slip
stitch</div>
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BLO – back loop
only</div>
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fpdc – front
post double crochet</div>
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sc2tog – single
crochet two together</div>
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dc2tog – double
crochet two together</div>
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dc3tog – double
crochet three together</div>
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Note:</div>
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Shoes measure about 3 1/2 inches</div>
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ch 13</div>
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<b>R1</b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> - in 2</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">nd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch from hook 2 sc, sc 8, hdc 2, 7 hdc in last ch, working opposite
side of chain, hdc 2, sc 8, 2 sc, sl st to first sc (31 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R2 -</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch 1, sc, 2 sc, sc 8, hdc 2, 2 hdc x 3, hdc, 2 hdc x 3, hdc 2, sc 8,
2 sc, sc, sl st to first sc (39 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R3</b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> - ch 1, in BLO hdc around, sl st to first hdc (39 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R4</b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> - ch 2, *fpdc, hdc* x 19, fpdc around last st, sl st to first st
(39 sts)</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R5</b> - ch 2, *fpdc, hdc* x 7, dc2tog x 2, dc, dc3tog, dc, dc2tog x2, *hdc, fpdc* x 6, sl st to first st (33 sts)</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R6</b> - ch 1, sc, sctog, sc 9, sc2tog, dc2tog, dc3tog, dc2tog, sc2tog, sc 7, sc2tog, sc, sl st to first sc (25 sts)</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>R7</b> - sl st 9 loosely, ch 5, sk 7, sl st 8 loosely, fasten off.</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><br />
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If you want to add the ribbon weave it through the first round of fpdc. The ribbon I used was a little too wide so it folded. It was 3/8 inches, so I would go with a 1/4 inch ribbon. You can also use yarn, but the ribbon is a little dressier.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-28294328294200194732014-01-22T15:32:00.001-05:002014-02-10T20:35:46.282-05:00Newborn Loafers - PatternI made a version of this little guy one night when I was trying to snaz up a little bootie I like to make. I was making a boot for another new mom when I thought let's try something a little different. I added the front post stitches at the bottom to add a little texture but before I got to the top of the boot I decided it looked like a little clog. I jokingly told my husband that I should put a little buckle on and make it a loafer, but he suggested a tassel. So I started again with my own design and came out with this. This is an incredibly fast shoe to make with only seven rounds. I have made a girl version Mary Jane as well that I will get up soon.<br />
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Materials:</div>
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worsted weight
yard (Vanna's Choice shown here, but not sure of exact color)</div>
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Hook G – 4.00 mm</div>
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Yarn needle</div>
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Abbreviations:</div>
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ch – chain</div>
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st(s) - stitch(es)</div>
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sc – single
crochet</div>
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hcd – half
double crochet</div>
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sl st – slip
stitch</div>
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BLO – back loop
only</div>
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fpdc – front
post double crochet</div>
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sc2tog – single
crochet two together</div>
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dc2tog – double
crochet two together</div>
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dc3tog – double
crochet three together</div>
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Note:</div>
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Shoes measure about 3 1/2 inches</div>
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ch 13</div>
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<b>R1</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– in 2</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">nd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch from hook 2 sc, sc 8, hdc 2, 7 hdc in last ch, working opposite
side of chain, hdc 2, sc 8, 2 sc, sl st to first sc (31 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R2 –</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch 1, sc, 2 sc, sc 8, hdc 2, 2 hdc x 3, hdc, 2 hdc x 3, hdc 2, sc 8,
2 sc, sc, sl st to first sc (39 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R3</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, in BLO hdc around, sl st to first hdc (39 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R4</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 2, *fpdc, hdc* x 19, fpdc around last st, sl st to first st
(39 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R5</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc 14, sc2tog, dc2tog, dc, dc3tog, dc, dc2tog, sc2tog, sc
12, sl st to first sc (33 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R6</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc, sc2tog, sc 9, sc2tog, dc2tog, dc3tog, dc2tog, sc2tog,
sc 7, sc2tog, sc, sl st to first sc (25 sts)</span></div>
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<b>R7</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– ch 1, sc 9, sc2tog, dc, dc3tog, dc, sc2tog, sc 7, sl st to first
sc, fasten off (21 sts)</span></div>
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Tassels:</div>
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Make 2 </div>
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Wrap yarn around
three fingers three times.</div>
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Cut yarn loops
open on the same side as end pieces.</div>
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Using a small
piece of yarn, tie together pieces near top loop and wrap around
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Using yarn needle,
thread the end of yarn through the middle of the wrapped area to
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Cut another small
piece of yarn, thread through top loop, and tie to shoe at the dc3tog
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Trim ends to
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-43379363190149774472013-12-27T14:00:00.001-05:002014-02-10T20:36:01.569-05:00Toddler Double Sole Moccasins - PatternThese slippers are sized for to two to four year olds. When I first envisioned the slipper, it didn't look quite like this, but I'm happy with how they turned out. Since this moccasin is for toddlers, I put in a double sole for a little more padding. I'm looking for a way to make the bottoms less slippery since we have wood floors. If anyone has any suggestions please share.<br />
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Materials:</div>
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two colors of worsted weight yarn</div>
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G hook (4.0mm)</div>
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Abbreviations:</div>
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ch – chain</div>
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st – stitch</div>
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sl st – slip stitch</div>
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sk – skip</div>
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sc – single crochet</div>
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hdc – half double crochet</div>
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dc – double crochet</div>
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sc2tog – single crochet two stitches
together</div>
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dc2tog – double crochet two stitches
together</div>
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dc3tog – double crochet three stitch
together</div>
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Notes:</div>
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This pattern is
written for two sizes. First size measures about 6 ¼ inches or a
toddler size 9/10, the larger size is in ( ) and measures about 7
inches or a toddler size 11/12.<br />
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To make the
double sole, make two soles in the accent color, rounds 1 – 4, and
fasten off. Make the soles again with the main shoe color, the accent
sole will be attached at round 5 when the body of the
shoe is started.</div>
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<u>Sole</u></div>
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Ch 19 (23)</div>
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<b>R1</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
2 sc in 2</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">nd</span></sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch from hook, sc 10 (12), hdc, dc 5 (7), 7 dc in last ch, working
opposite side of ch, dc 5 (7), hdc, sc 10 (12), 2 sc in last ch, sl
st to first sc – 43 (51) sts</span></div>
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<b>R2</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, sc, 2 sc, sc 15 (19), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 4, hdc, sc 15 (19),
2 sc, sc, sl st to first sc – 49 (57) sts</span></div>
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<b>R3</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, 2 sc, sc, 2 sc, sc 17 (21), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 2, 2 hdc, *2
hdc, hdc* repeat x 2, sc 17 (21), 2 sc, sc, 2 sc, sl st to first sc –
58 (66) sts</span></div>
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<b>R4</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 2, hdc, 2 hdc, hdc 21 (25), *hdc, 2 hdc* repeat x 3, *2 hdc, hdc*
repeat x 3, hdc 21 (25), 2 hdc, hdc, sl st to first hdc – 66 (74)
sts</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Stop here with the accent soles and fasten off, continue with the main color soles.</span></div>
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To attach the double sole, place wrong side of accent sole against
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R5</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
continuing the main color sole, ch 2, hdc in the space between the
posts of the accent sole and through the back loop only of the main
color sole (this will stitch the two soles together), continue
around, sl st in first hdc – 66 (74) sts</span></span></div>
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– 7</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 2, hdc around, sl st to first hdc – 66 (74) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R8</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, sc 28 (32), sc2tog, hdc, dc2tog x 2, dc3tog, dc2tog x 2, hdc,
sc2tog, sc 21 (25), sl st to first sc – 58 (66) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R9</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, dc 24 (28), sc2tog, dc2tog, dc, dc2tog, dc3og, dc2tog, dc,
dc2tog, sc2tog, sc 17 (21), sl st to first sc – 50 (58) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R10</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, sc 20 (24), sc2tog, dc2tog x 2, dc, dc3tog, dc, dc2tog x 2,
sc2tog, sc 13 (17), sl st to first sc – 42 (50) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R11</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, sc 15 (19), sc2tog, hdc, *dc2tog, dc* repeat x 4,
dc2tog, hdc, sc2tog, sc 7 (11), sl st to first sc – 35 (43) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R12</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 1, sc 15 (19), sc2tog, dc2tog, dc, dc3tog, dc, dc2tog, sc2tog, sc
7 (11), sl st to first sc, fasten off – 29 (37) sts</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R13</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 4, sl st in 23 (27) st, sl st 22 (30) loosely (will have 6 sts
left), ch 6, turn – 23 (31) sts plus 10 ch</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R14</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
hdc in 3</span></span><sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">rd</span></span></sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
ch from hook, ch 1, sk 1, hdc 27 (35), ch 1, sk 1, hdc in last ch,
turn – 31 (39) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R15</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 2, hdc 31 (39), turn – 31 (39) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R16</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
ch 2, hdc , ch 1, sk 1, hdc 27 (35), ch 1, sk 1, hdc in last st, turn
– 31 (39) sts</span></span></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: none;">R17</span></b><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">:
Repeat R15, fasten off</span></span><br />
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Lace chains through top holes on opposite sides so they cross in an
X. Cross again to lace through bottom holes, coming through the back
of the hole. Tie a bow.<br />
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If you have any questions or find any mistakes let me know. This pattern
is for personal use only, if you want to sell a finished product please
credit me for the design. Thanks and happy stitches!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12239512702468129955noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874441801073132429.post-18222671242793361762013-12-21T15:33:00.000-05:002014-02-10T20:36:20.240-05:00Brother's Scarf - PatternI made a simple scarf for my brother for Christmas, then used the same pattern to make one for my father. I used super bulky yarn for my brother's and bulky yarn for my father's. I used different colors and a different stripe pattern for each of them. I know that there are so many patterns out there for scarves, especially easy ones, but I decided to put this one up anyway. There are so many ways to personalize this scarf. I'm just going to put the basic pattern first then put notes on the stripe pattern I did for my brother's as an example.<br />
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<u>Materials</u><br />
Bulky or Super Bulky yarn<br />
N (9 mm) Hook<br />
Yarn Needle<br />
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<u>Abbrevations</u><br />
ch - chain<br />
hdc - half double crochet<br />
dc - double crochet<br />
sl st - slip stitch<br />
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<u>Measurements</u><br />
width 6 inches; length 65 inches <br />
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ch 15<br />
Row 1 - hdc in second ch from hook, hdc in each ch across, turn (13 sts)<br />
Row 2 - ch 2, dc in each st, turn (13 sts)<br />
*Repeat row 2 until desired length, for scarf shown approx. 72 rows*<br />
Last Row - ch 2, hdc in each st, turn, sl st across to finish.<br />
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For this scarf I used the following numbering for the stripe pattern<br />
Color A - red; Color B - gray<br />
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Color A - ch and row 1<br />
Color B - 7 rows<br />
Color A - 1 row<br />
Color B - 9 rows<br />
Color A - 1 row<br />
Color B - 11 rows<br />
Color A - 2 rows<br />
Color B - 4 rows<br />
Color A - 1 row<br />
Color B - 4 rows<br />
Color A - 2 rows<br />
Color B - 11 rows<br />
Color A - 1 row<br />
Color B - 9 rows<br />
Color A - 1 row<br />
Color B - 7 rows<br />
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