Magic Circle(aka The Adjustable Ring)

AN ABSOLUTE LIFESAVER.

My favorite method of beginning to crochet in the round. It leaves a nearly perfect circle and an adjustable center. I use this on just about every item i make in the round(i.e. hats, amigurumi, etc., etc.,)



A good video I found on youtube showing you how to make a proper adjustable ring. The first few times can be a wee bit tricky but with practice, you will have it down in no time.

Enjoy crocheting lovelies.

Cute >.< Broken Egg Patterns

So i was going through my ravelry today and I found this super cute patterns that I had put in my saved projects.

I absolutely fell in love all over again! These things are so cute, and judging by the pattern[Free pdf Download below,] fairly simple to do. 

You can decorate these eggs with any design you choose. Be that cute and simple, or dark and witty. Have fun with these. And Remember... If you sell any items using any pattern that I put on this blog(written by myself[rarely] or others,) then please link back to the original pattern. It is only fair that people have the option to make it themselves. 

Some items you will need to complete this project:

1. Small hook(size really does not matter.)
2. Any style yarn(up to you again, depends on how you want the egg to look.)
3. Embroidery thread(contrast with your egg color)
4. Magic eyes
5. Embroidery needle
6. Stuffing

Thank you to FunandFang For this marvelous pattern. Be sure to check out her blog and ravelry account. So many cute amigurumi patterns. AND... She lives in Holland. Nifty. 


Linkies to the pattern---->>>>> Download Lovelies.

Easy to Follow Pom-Pom Instructions

 

1. Cut out cardboard ring. 

 2. Wrap yarn around ring.

3.Hold yarn tightly to cardboard and cut edges (Do not let yarn slip off ring)

 4. Slip a 6" piece of yarn through hole, wrap around yarn & tie tight. Fluff and trim to shape.

5. Admire your work.

Take a gander at ShutupI'mCounting's Blog.

 

Simple Crossover Booties *Download PDF*

If you are looking for a super cute Holiday gift for a wee little baby, then check out these super adorable slippers!

Made out of simple crocheted T-shapes, these simple booties will be a delightful gift for new parents and their baby.

All Rights to Miss Louise-Mac  for this marvelous pattern.

Don't forget to subscribe. And email me requests. I can find patterns for anything. Legally, and with the pattern originator in mind. I do not own any of these patterns, unless otherwise stated.

Amigurumi Angry Bird Pattern

Angry Bird Pattern: 

 Photo & Pattern Courtesy of Queenie Chan

Items you will need:

• Red, White, Black and Yellow 8-ply yarn
•  4mm Crochet Hook
• 9mm Black Safety Eyes (Great Deals from 6060 on Etsy)
• Large Sewing Needle 

Crochet Terms & Their Abbreviations:

•  ch- Chain
• sc- Single Crochet
• dec- Decrease
• *- beginning/end of repeating part of pattern

Body (Make 1, red and white):

With red yarn

Rnd 1 – Ch 2, 6 single chain (sc) in 2nd chain away from hook (Magic Ring method)
Rnd 2 – 2 sc in each chain (12 stitches)
Rnd 3 – *2 sc in next single chain, 1 sc*, repeat 6 times (18 stitches)
Rnd 4 – *2 sc in next single chain, 2 sc*, repeat 6 times (24 stitches)
Rnd 5 – *2 sc in next single chain, 3 sc*, repeat 6 times (30 stitches)
Rnd 6-11 – sc around

Change to white yarn

Rnd 12 – sc around
Rnd 13 – *decrease (dec) 1, 3 sc*, repeat 6 times (24 stitches)
Rnd 14 – sc around

Start stuffing the body, and sew the eyes onto the body at this point
Rnd 15 – *dec 1 through back loops ONLY*, repeat 6 times (12 stitches)
Rnd 16 – *dec 1* repeat 6 times (6 stitches)

Fasten off, then use a needle to weave in loose ends.

 Bottom of Bird

Eyes and Eyebrows (Make 2 of each in black & white)

Make the two eyes with white yarn

Rnd 1 – Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd chain away from hook (Magic Ring method)

Fasten off, then use an 8mm safety eye to pin the two white eyes on the body
Then use a sewing needle to sew the white eyes properly onto the red body.

 The eyes after attachment.

Make the two eyebrows with black yarn

Rnd 1 – Ch 6, turn
Rnd 2 – 4 sc

Fasten off, sew onto the body on top of the eyes.

 After eyebrows have been attached.

Red Hair on Head (Make 1 big, 1 small, red yarn)

Making the Bigger Hair

Rnd 1 – Ch 2, 4 sc in 2nd chain away from hook (Magic Ring method)
Rnd 2 – *2 sc in next single chain, 1 sc*, repeat 2 twice (6 stitches)
Rnd 3-5 – sc around

then fasten off

Making the Smaller Hair

Rnd 1 – Ch 2, 4 sc in 2nd chain away from hook (Magic Ring method)
Rnd 2-3 – sc around

Fasten off, then sew both hairs onto the top of the body.

And there you have it! You have your very own Angry Bird! Now get out there and start tossing him around. Or give him to a friend. :)

An Introduction...

So... 

Basically this blog is going to contain everything from

1. Crochet patterns
2. Tutorials
3. Crochet product reviews 
4. My adventures in life as a crocheter. 

That is really all there is to it.

Honestly...