Cute Crochet Chat Patterns

Monday Market

2012-01-30T16:35:00.002-05:00

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Monday Market

2012-01-09T18:25:00.001-05:00

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2011-12-23T12:25:00.002-05:00

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Brrrrrr Snowman Ornament

2011-12-03T21:11:00.001-05:00

Brrrrrr Snowman Ornament is copyrighted by Cute Crochet 2011

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it. You may link to the main page of Cute Crochet from your personal website, if desired at:
http://www.cutecrochet.com OR http://www.toocutecrochet.etsy.com

Brrrr... Snowman Ornament Materials: Red Heart Classic 4-ply worsted weight yarn, 1 oz. White;
scrap of Black and Red;
F hook;
tapestry needle;
3 small buttons, 2 red, 1 green;
scrap of coordinating fabric 3/4" x 10" cut with pinking shears or torn;
Aleene's Designer Tacky Glue;
polyester fiberfill;
bamboo skewer stick OR
scrap of red or orange yarn for nose;
orange paint;
paintbrush;

Size: Ornament measures 4-1/2" x 5"

Gauge: 9 sc = 2 inches; F hook

SIDE (Make 2) Row 1: With White, ch 2, 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, ch 1, turn. (3).

Row 2: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (5).

Rows 3-6: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (5).

Rows 7 & 8: Repeat Row 2. (7,9)

Row 9: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (9).

Row 10: Repeat Row 2 (11).

Row 11: Repeat Row 9 (11).

Row 12: Repeat Row 2 (13).

Row 13: Repeat Row 9 (13).

Rows 14-16: Repeat Row 2 (15,17,19).

Rows 17-20: Repeat Row 9 (19).

Rows 21 & 22: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (17,15).

At end of Row 22, ch 1, do not turn.

Rnd 23: Working in ends of rows and in ea sc, sc around outer edge of side; join with a sl st to first sc.

After first side, fasten off; after second side, do not fasten off.

Joining: Holding both sides with wrong sides together, working in BOTH BLO around through both thicknesses, sl st in ea st around, joining sides together and stuffing with fiberfill before closing.

Eyes: Using Black and tapestry needle, embroider 2 french knots for eyes as shown.

NOTE: Nose may be embroidered with red or orange yarn as instructed below OR cut a 1" piece from tip of bamboo skewer stick and paint with orange paint. Let dry. Glue flat end of nose onto center of face, in hole between two sc stitches.

Nose: Using Red, tapestry needle and Satin Stitch, embroider nose as shown.

Tie scrap of fabric around neck for scarf. Glue buttons to bottom of body.

This pattern is copyrighted by Cute Crochet © 2011

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2011-12-02T07:48:00.001-05:00

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Tabletop Pumpkins

2011-11-05T09:45:00.000-05:00

TABLETOP PUMPKINS

Tabletop Pumpkins are copyrighted Cute Crochet 2011

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.

You may link to the main page of Cute Crochet from your personal website, if desired at:

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RICH,RUSTIC COLORS COMPLIMENT THE DESIGN OF THIS SIMPLE-TO-CROCHET ITEM FOR YOURHOME. WHETHER YOU PLACE IT ON A TABLE, HUTCH OR MANTLE,

IT WILL INSPIRE WARMTHFOR YOUR DÉCOR.

Materials: Red Heart Supersaver worsted weight yarn,3-1/2 oz. #256 Carrot,

3 oz. #981Fall (variegated color); G (4mm) hook;

NaturalRaffia Straw by American Oak Preserving Company;

½” thickTree Branch from your yard;

Aleene’sThick Designer Craft Glue; polyester fiberfill; tapestry needle; craft knife

Size: Large Pumpkin measures 6-1/2” High &7-1/2” Wide without stem.

Gauge: 4 sc = 1 inch; 4 rows = 1 inch

LARGEPUMPKIN

Rnd1: Starting at Bottom, with Fall, ch 2; 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook;join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (6).

Rnd2: 2 sc in ea sc around; join, ch 1, turn. (12).

Rnd3: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Rnd4: (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnd5: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (30).

Rnd6: (Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rnd7: (Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (42).

Rnd8: (Sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (48).

Rnd9: (Sc in next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (54).

Rnd10: (Sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (60).

Rnd11: (Sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (66).

Rnd12: (Sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (72).

Rnd13: (Sc in next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc)around; join, ch 1, turn. (78).

Rnds14-34: Sc in ea sc around; join, ch 1,turn. (78).

Rnd35: (Sc in next 11 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (72).

Rnd36: (Sc in next 10 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (66).

Rnd37: (Sc in next 9 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (60).

Rnd38: (Sc in next 8 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (54).

Rnd39: (Sc in next 7 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (48).

Beginstuffing pumpkin firmly.

Rnd40: (Sc in next 6 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (42).

Rnd41: (Sc in next 5 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rnd42: (Sc in next 4 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (30).

Continuestuffing pumpkin firmly.

Rnd43: (Sc in next 3 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnd44: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Finishstuffing pumpkin.

Rnd45: (Sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc) around; join with a sl st to first sc.

Fastenoff, leaving long length for sewing.

FINISHING

Usinga craft knife, cut ½” tree branch into one, 3” piece and two, 2-1/2” pieces.Thread length of yarn left from fastening off Rnd 45 into a tapestry needle.Thread through stitches of Rnd 45 to gather.

Placeglue on one end of the 3” piece of tree branch. Place glue-end down intoopening of Rnd 45. Pull gathered stitches closed over branch to tighten andhold in place. Knot and secure in place with a few stitches. Let branch dry.

Cutraffia into four 24” pieces. Tie the raffia pieces around stem of tree branchas shown in photo. Glue in place if needed to secure. Trim ends of raffia todesired length.

SMALLPUMPKIN (Make 2)

Rnd1: Starting at Bottom, with Carrot, ch 2; 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook;join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (6).

Rnds2-10: Repeat Rnds 2-10 of Large Pumpkin. (60).

Rnds11-26: Sc in ea sc around; join, ch 1,turn. (60).

Rnd27: (Sc in next 8 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (54).

Rnd28: (Sc in next 7 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (48).

Rnd29: (Sc in next 6 sc, dec over next 2sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (42).

Beginstuffing pumpkin firmly.

Rnds30-34: Repeat Rnds 40-44 of LargePumpkin. (18).

Finishstuffing pumpkin.

Rnd35: (Sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc) around; join with a sl st to first sc.

Fastenoff, leaving long length for sewing.

FINISHING

Placeglue on one end of the 2-1/2” piece of tree branch. Place glue-end down intoopening of Rnd 35. Pull gathered stitches closed over branch to tighten andhold in place. Knot and secure in place with a few stitches. Let branch dry.

Cutraffia into four 18” pieces. Tie the raffia pieces around stem of tree branchas shown in photo. Glue in place if needed to secure. Trim ends of raffia todesired length.

RepeatFINISHING for second SMALL PUMPKIN.

SMALLPATCH

Row1: With Fall, ch 5; sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in ea ch across,

ch1, turn. (4).

Rows2-4: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn.(4).

Fastenoff, leaving length for sewing. Sewsmall patch to bottom side of one pumpkin.

LARGEPATCH

Row1: With Fall, ch 6; sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in ea ch across,

ch1, turn. (5).

Rows2-5: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn.(5).

Fastenoff, leaving length for sewing. Sewlarge patch to top side of one pumpkin.

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2011-11-02T14:08:00.000-05:00

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2011-10-05T10:37:00.002-05:00

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2011-06-03T08:02:00.000-05:00


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2011-05-21T06:55:00.000-05:00

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Clothespin Bag and Scrubbie Dress Dishcloth

2011-04-05T15:18:00.000-05:00

CLOTHESPIN BAG AND SCRUBBIE DRESS DISHCLOTH

Clothespin Bag/Scrubbie Dress is copyrighted Cute Crochet 2011

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.
You may link to the main page of Cute Crochet from your personal website, if desired at:
http://www.cutecrochet.com

Materials: (Clothespin Bag) Sugar n Cream, 100% cotton worsted weight by Lily, 8-1/2 oz. #19713 Key Lime Pie (variegated), ½ oz. each #01712 Hot Green &#00001 White;

(Dishcloth) Sugar n Cream, 100% cotton worsted weight by Lily, 1-3/4 oz. #01712 Hot Green, 3/4 oz. #00001 White; G (4mm) hook;

10” plastic skirt or pants hanger (see photo below); tapestry needle

Gauge: G hook: 4 sc = 1 inch; 4 rows = 1 inch

G hook: Pattern stitch; 4 sts (sc, dc) = 1 inch; 6 rows = 2 inches

Size: Clothespin Bag measures 10-1/4” Wide X 17-3/4” long

Dishcloth measure 8” long

Body of Bag
Rnd 1: Starting at Bottom with Key Lime Pie and G hook, ch 39; sc in 2^nd ch from hook, sc in ea sc across to last ch; 3 sc in last ch; working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in ea ch across to last ch, 2 sc in last ch; join with a sl st to first sc, turn. (78).

Rnd 2: (wrong side) Ch 1, sc in first sc, dc in next sc, (sc in next sc, dc in next sc) around; join with a sl st to first sc, turn. (39 sc, 39 dc).

Rnds 3-29: Ch 1, sc in first dc, dc in next sc, (sc in next dc, dc in next sc) around; join, turn. (39 sc, 39 dc).

DIVIDE FOR FRONT AND BACK (you will now be working in Rows).

Back

Row 30: (wrong side) Ch 1, sc in first 39 sts, turn, leaving remaining sts

unworked. (39).

Rows 31-68: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (39).

At end of Row 68, fasten off.

Front

Row 30: (wrong side) With G hook, join Key Lime Pie with a sc in first unworked st left from Rnd 29; sc in remaining 38 sts, ch 1, turn. (39).

Rows 31-36: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (39).

DIVIDE FOR BAG SIDES (opening)

First Side

Row 37: Sc in first 13 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving remaining sts unworked, ch 1, turn. (13).

Row 38: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (12).

Row 39: Sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (11).

Rows 40-41: Repeat Rows 38 & 39. (10, 9).

Row 42: Repeat Row 38. (8).

Rows 43-56: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (8).

Row 57: Sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (9).

Row 58: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (10).

Rows 59 & 60: Repeat Rows 57 & 58. (11, 12).

Row 61: Sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc. (13). Fasten off.

Second Side

Row 37: With right side facing, skip 13 sts on Row 36 (last long row worked); join Key Lime Pie with a sc in next st, sc in ea remaining sc across, ch 1, turn. (13).

Row 38: Sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (12).

Row 39: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (11).

Row 40 & 41: Repeat Row 38 & 39. (10, 9).

Row 42: Repeat Row 38. (8).

Rows 43-56: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (8).

Row 57: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (9).

Row 58: Sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (10).

Rows 59 & 60: Repeat Rows 57 & 58. (11, 12).

Row 61: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (13).

Join Sides

Row 62: Sc in ea sc across first 13 sts, ch 13, sc across 13 sts of Row 61 of First Side, ch 1, turn. (26 sc, 13 ch).

Row 63: Sc in ea sc and ch across, ch 1, turn. (39).

Rows 64-68: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (39). Fasten off.

Hanger Lining (Make 2)

Row 1: With Key Lime Pie and G hook, ch 40; sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (39).

Rows 2-6: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (39). Fasten off, leaving length for sewing. Sew each hanger lining to top inside front and back of bag, between Rows 63-68, matching stitches and rows.

Bag Finishing

Measure placement of hanger ‘hook’. Using straight pins, mark placement for an opening of hanger hook. Starting at Row 30, using Key Lime Pie and tapestry needle, sew together two (2) sides and tops, matching stitches and ending on opposite side at Row 30, BUT leaving opening at center top for ‘hook’ of hanger.

Flower (Make 6)

Rnd 1: With Hot Green and G hook, ch 4, join with a sl st to first ch to form ring; ch 2, make 11 hdc into ring, changing to White in last st made;

join with a sl st to top of ch-2, turn. (12 hdc).

Rnd 2: (wrong side) With White, ch 1, 5 dc in first hdc, sl st next hdc, (5 dc in next hdc, sl st in next hdc) 5 times, join with a sl st to first dc. Fasten off.

Sew three flowers around bottom opening of front and three flowers around top opening of front as shown in photo.

Dress Dishcloth

Row 1: Starting at neckline with White and G hook, ch 21; sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (20).

Row 2: 2 sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (40).

Row 3: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) across, ch 1 , turn. (50).

Row 4: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (50).

Row 5: (Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc) across, ch 1, turn. (60).

Row 6: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (60).

Row 7: (wrong side) Sc in first 7 sc, ch 1, skip 16 sc (forms sleeve), sc in next 14 sc, (front), ch 1, skip 16 sc, (forms sleeve), sc in last 7 sc, ch 1, turn. (28 sc, 2 ch).

Row 8: Working in Back Loop Only, sc in ea ch and sc across, ch 1, turn, changing to Hot Green in last st made, ch 1, turn. (30).

Row 9: With Hot Green, (sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) across, turn. (40).

Row 10: (right side) Ch 3, 4 dc in same place as ch-3, (starting shell), skip next sc, sc in next sc, ** skip next sc, 5 dc in next sc, (shell), skip next sc, sc in next sc; repeat from ** across to last sc, sl st in last sc, turn. (10 shells).

Row 11: Sl st into first sc, ch 3, 4 dc in first sc, (starting shell), sc in center dc of next shell, ** shell in next sc, sc in center dc of next shell; repeat from ** across, turn.

Rows 12-18: Ch 3, 4 dc in first sc, (starting shell), sc in center dc of next shell, ** shell in next sc, sc in center dc of next shell; repeat from ** across, turn.

Row 19: Ch 3, 4 dc in first sc, (starting shell), sc in center dc of next shell, ** shell in next sc, sc in center dc of next shell; repeat from ** across, changing to White in last st made, turn.

Row 20: With White, (ch 3, sl st in next st) across. Fasten off.

SLEEVE AND BODICE TRIM

Join Hot Green with a sl st in first free loop left from Row 8; ch 3, sl st in next free loop; (ch 3, sl st in next free loop) 5 times, **now working UP and AROUND stitches of sleeve, (ch 3, sl st in next sc of sleeve) 16 times**, now working across front of dress in free loops left from Row 8, (ch 3, sl st in next free loop) 14 times, repeat between **’s once, working across remaining back (ch 3, sl st in next free loop) 7 times.

Fasten off.

Sew first 8 rows of back opening closed.

Flower Scrubbie

Make 1 flower, same as for clothespin bag. Sew flower to center of bodice.

Ginny Gingerbread

2010-11-07T15:43:00.000-05:00

GINNY GINGERBREAD DOLL

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Ginny Gingerbread is copyrighted by Cute Crochet 2010

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.
You may link to the main page of Cute Crochet from your personal website, if desired at:
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Materials: Red Heart Super Saver 4-ply yarn by Coats & Clark, 5 oz. #422 Sierra, 4 oz. #256 Carrot, 2 oz. #313 Aran, scraps of #313 Black for embroidery; F (3.75mm) and G (4mm) hooks; 3/8" Off-White Shank-type Buttons, 2; ¼” (6mm) Baby Rick Rack by Wrights, #030 White; 1/8” Blue Satin Ribbon, 1-1/3 yards; Aleenes Designer Tacky Glue; polyester fiberfill; sewing and tapestry needles; matching thread;

Gauge: F hook; 9 sc = 2 inches; 5 rows = 1 inch.

G hook; 4 sc = 1 inch; 4 rows = 1 inch.

Size: 16" inches tall

HEAD AND BODY

Rnd 1: (right side) Starting at top of head with Carrot and F hook, ch 5; 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 4 sc in last ch; working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in last ch, join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (12).

Rnd 2: 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in last sc, join, ch 1, turn. (16).

Rnd 3: 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in last 7 sc, join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (24). Rnd 5: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (30). Rnd 6: (Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rnd 7: (Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (42).

Rnd 8-14: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (42).

Rnd 15: (Sc in next 5 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rnd 16: Repeat Rnd 8. (36).

Rnd 17: (Sc in next 4 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (30).

Rnd 18: Repeat Rnd 8. (30).

Rnd 19: (Sc in next 3 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnd 20: Repeat Rnd 8. (24).

Rnd 21: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Rnd 22: Repeat Rnd 8. (18).

Rnd 23: 2 sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rnd 24: (Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (42).

Rnds 25-42: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (42).

Rnd 43: (Sc in next 5 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rnd 44: (Sc in next 4 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (30).

Stuff head and body firmly with polyester fiberfill. Fasten off.

Begin Legs

Rnd 1: With F hook, join Carrot with a sc in center back st of body of Rnd 42; sc in next 14 sc, ch 1; join with a sl st to first sc leaving remaining sts unworked; ch 1, turn.

(15 sts, 1 ch).

Rnd 2: Sc in ch 1, sc in next 15 sc, join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (16).

Rnds 3-20: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (16).

Begin stuffing leg firmly with polyester fiberfill.

Begin foot

Rnd 21: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnds 22-26: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnd 27: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Begin stuffing foot.

Rnd 28: (Sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (12).

Finish stuffing foot.

Rnd 29: (Dec over next 2 sc) around, (6), join with a sl st to first sc.

Fasten off, leaving length for sewing. Sew opening closed.

Second Leg

Rnd 1: With F hook, join Carrot with a sc in NEXT st of Rnd 42 (first unworked st of Rnd 1 of First Leg); sc in remaining 14 sc; sc in opposite side of ch 1 of Rnd 1 First Leg; join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (16).

Rnds 2-20: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (16).

Begin stuffing leg firmly with polyester fiberfill.

Begin foot

Rnd 21: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnds 22-26: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnd 27: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Begin stuffing foot.

Rnd 28: (Sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (12).

Finish stuffing foot.

Rnd 29: (Dec over next 2 sc) around, (6), join with a sl st to first sc.

Fasten off, leaving length for sewing. Sew opening closed.

ARMS (Make 2)

Rnd 1: (right side) With Carrot and F hook, ch 5; 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 4 sc in last ch; working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in last ch, join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (12).

Rnd 2: 2 sc in first sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next 2 sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in last sc, join, ch 1, turn. (16).

Rnds 3-6: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (16).

Rnd 7: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in next 6 sc, dec over next 2 sc, sc in last 6 sc;

join, ch 1, turn. (14).

Rnds 8-23: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (14).

Fasten off, leaving length for sewing. Stuff arm firmly, flatten top and sew opening closed. Sew arm to each side of body.

EYES: Using Black yarn and Satin Stitch, embroider eyes over Rnd 12, 1" apart.

ICING TRIM: Cut one piece of White Rick Rack 12” or long enough to fit around head from shoulder to shoulder. Glue Rick Rack around head, starting first end from one shoulder, around top of head, to opposite shoulder. Let dry.

Cut two pieces of Rick Rack 5-1/2” or long enough to fit around wrist area of arm. Glue Rick Rack to each wrist of arm between Rnds 4 & 5, overlapping ends in back of wrist.

Let dry.

DRESS

Row 1: (right side) Starting at neckline, with Sierra variegated and F hook, ch 35;

sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (34).

Row 2: Sc in first 6 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 10 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in last 6 sc, ch 1, turn. (42).

Row 3: Sc in first 7 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 6 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 12 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 6 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in last 7 sc, ch 1, turn. (50).

Row 4: Sc in first 8 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 14 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in last 8 sc, ch 1, turn. (58).

Row 5: Sc in first 9 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 10 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 16 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 10 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in last 9 sc, ch 1, turn. (66).

Row 6: Sc in first 10 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 12 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 18 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 12 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in last 10 sc, ch 1, turn. (74).

Row 7: Sc in first 12 sc, ch 5, skip next 14 sc, sc in next 22 sc, ch 5, skip next 14 sc, sc in last 12 sc, ch 1, turn. (10 ch, 46 sc).

Row 8: Sc in ea sc and ch across, ch 1, turn, (56).

Rows 9-11: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (56).

Row 12: Working in Back Loops only, 3 sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (168).

Row 13: (Sc, 2 dc) in first sc, skip next 2 sc, ** (sc, 2 dc) in next sc, skip next 2 sc; repeat from ** across to last 3 sc, (sc, 2 dc) in next sc, skip next sc, sc in last sc,

ch 1, turn. (56 shells).

Rows 14-26: (Sc, 2 dc) in first sc, ** (sc, 2 dc) in next sc; repeat from ** across, ch 1, turn. (56 shells).

Row 27: (Sc, 2 dc) in first sc, ** (sc, 2 dc) in next sc; repeat from ** across, changing to Aran in last st made, ch 3, turn. (56 shells).

Dress Trim

Row 1: With Aran, dc in same pl as turn ch, 2 dc in ea st across, ch 1, turn. (336 dc).

Row 2: Sl st in first dc, (ch 3, sl st in next dc) across. Fasten off.

COLLAR

Row 1: With right side of Dress and neckline facing and F hook, join Aran with a sl st in first st on opposite side of starting ch; ch 3, dc in same ch, working across neckline on opposite side of starting ch, 2 dc in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (68 dc).

Row 2: Sl st in first dc, (ch 3, sl st in next dc) across to last st, ch 3, sl st in top of turning ch. Fasten off.

SLEEVES

Rnd 1: With right side facing and F hook, join Sierra with a sc in any st skipped from Row 7; make 22 more sc (for a total of 23) around armhole opening; join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (23).

Rnds 2-10: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (23).

Rnd 11: Sc in ea sc around, changing to Aran in last st made of Rnd 11, join with a sl st to first sc, DO NOT turn.

SLEEVE TRIM

Rnd 1: With Aran, ch 3, dc in same place as joining, 2 dc in ea st around; join with a sl st to top of ch-3, ch 1, turn. (46).

Rnd 2: Sl st in first dc, (ch 3, sl st in next dc) around; join with a sl st to first sl st.

Fasten off.

Sew 2 buttons to front center of bodice as shown.

Place dress on doll. Overlap back ends of dress and sew in place.

SHOES (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With Sierra and G hook, ch 2, 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook, join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (6).

Rnd 2: 2 sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (12).

Rnd 3: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around, join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnds 5-11: Sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Rnd 12: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around, changing to Aran in last st made join, turn. (18).

SHOE TRIM (right side)

Rnd 13: With Aran,ch 3, sl st in Front Loop only of first sc, ch 3, (sl st in FLO of next sc, ch 3) around; join with a sl st to base of starting ch-3. Fasten off.

FINISHING

Cut 1/8” satin ribbon into 4, 12” pieces. Set one piece aside. Holding 3 remaining pieces together as one, tie into a bow. Sew bow to side of head as shown.

GINGERBREAD

Body Side (Make 2)

First Foot

Row 1: Starting at feet, ch 3, sc in 2^nd ch from hook, sc in last ch; ch 1, turn. (2).

Row 2: 2 sc in first sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (4).

Rows 3 & 4: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (4). At end of Row 4, fasten off. Turn.

Second Foot

Repeat Rows 1-4 of First Foot; DO NOT fasten off, ch 1, turn.

Joining Row

Row 5: Sc in ea sc across; working in sts of Row 4 of first foot, sc in ea sc across, joining both feet together, ch 1, turn. (8).

Rows 6-8: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (8).

Row 9: Sc in ea sc across, fasten off, Turn. (8).

Begin Arms

Row 10: Ch 3, sc in ea sc across sts of Row 9 of Body, ch 4, turn. (7 ch, 8 sc).

Row 11: Sc in 2^nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, sc in next 8 sc, sc in last 3 ch,

ch 1, turn. (14).

Row 12: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (14).

Row 13: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc.

Fasten off, turn.

Begin Head

Row 14: Skip first 4 sts of Row 13; join Carrot with a sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving rem 4 sc unworked, ch 1, turn. (4).

Row 15: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (6).

Rows 16-18: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (6).

Row 19: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in next 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, DO NOT turn.

Rnd 20: Working in ends of rows and in ea sc, sc around outer edge of body; join with a sl st to first sc.

After first side, fasten off. After second side, DO NOT fasten off.

Joining

Holding both body sides with wrong sides together and working in BOTH Back Loops only around, sl st in Back Loops only joining sides together and stuffing body with polyester fiberfill before closing. Join with a sl st to first sl st and fasten off.

EYES

Using Black and French Knot, embroider eyes between Rows 17 and 18, ¾” apart.

Tie remaining 12” satin ribbon into a bow. Sew bow to front neckline of gingerbread. Trim ends.

Using tapestry needle and Carrot yarn, tack Gingerbread to hand of gingerbread doll.

Candy Cane Countdown to Christmas

2009-12-03T16:31:00.001-05:00

Candy Cane Countdown To Christmas

Candy Cane Countdown is copyrighted by Cute Crochet 2009

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.
You may link to the main page of Cute Crochet from your personal website, if desired at:
http://www.cutecrochet.com
Candy Cane Countdown

Materials: Red Heart Classic 4-ply worsted weight yarn, 1-1/2 oz. Country Red and 1 oz. White;
F hook;
tapestry needle;
6-1/2" x 8-1/2" Chalkboard with Wooden Frame (black chalkboard area measures 5" x 7");
Coordinating Wire-edged 1-1/2" Ribbon, 25" OR
coordinating color fabric, 1-1/2" x 25" cut with pinking shears;
Aleene's Thick Designer Tacky Glue;
WOODCRAFT White marker (white paint pen);
1-1/2" Wooden Split Flower Pot;
White acrylic paint;
paintbrush;
sawtooth hanger;
piece of chalk

Gauge: 9 sc = 2 inches

Row 1: With Red, ch 115; sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (114).

Row 2: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (114), changing to White in last st made of Row 2.

Row 3: With White, 3 sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (342).

Row 4: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn (342), changing to Red in last st made of Row 4.

Rows 5 & 6: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (342), changing to White in last st made of Row 6.

Row 7: (right side) With White, sc in ea sc across; (342); fasten off.

Border: Join Red with a sc in first ch on opposite side of starting ch; sc in ea ch across. (114). Fasten off.

Attach sawtooth hanger to back of chalkboard for hanging.

Using White Paint Marker, write

days until Christmas

on front of chalkboard. Let dry.

Starting at center top of chalkboard, glue ruffle to inner edge of wood of chalkboard, easing to fit at corners, and making sure inner wooden edge does not show. Work slowly, glue small amount at one time, and hold in place for a several seconds until glue holds ruffle in place. Let dry.

Paint wood split flower pot White. Let dry. Glue flower pot to side of chalkboard as shown in photo.

Tie Wired Ribbon into a bow and glue to top center to cover joining of crochet ends. Let dry.

Copyright @ 2009 Cute Crochet

Circles and Squares Crochet Rug

2009-10-08T19:26:00.000-05:00

Circles and Squares Rug
Circles and Squares Rug is copyrighted 2009 by Jocelyn Sass and Cute Crochet

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.

Materials: Wool-Ease Thick & Quick by Lion Brand Yarn, 4 skeins (24 oz.)
#099 Fisherman; Pooch by Patons, 2 skeins #65008 Fleece; OR substitute Red Heart® Pomp-a-Doodle™ for the Pooch.
P (10mm) hook;
straight pins, tapestry and sewing needles; matching quilting thread;

Size: Rug measures 25 inches Wide X 38-1/2 inches Long

Gauge: P (10mm) = 2 pattern repeats (sc, dc) = 2 inches; 2 rows = 2 inches
Circle measures approximately 4 inches across
Square measures approximately 3-1/2 inches X 3-1/2 inches

RUG
Row 1: (wrong side) With Fisherman Thick and Quick, ch 45; sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next ch, (sc in next ch, dc in next ch) across,
ch 1, turn. (22 sc, 22 dc).
Rows 2-60: Sc in first dc, dc in next sc, (sc in next dc, dc in next sc) across,
ch 1, turn. (22 sc, 22 dc).
At the end of Row 60, do not ch 1. Fasten off.

RUG TRIM
With wrong side facing, join Pooch with a sc in any corner stitch. Make 2 more sc in same corner. Working around outer edge of Rug in ends of rows and in each sc, sc around outer edge of Rug, making 3 sc in ea of four corners. Join with a sl st to first sc.

CIRCLES (Make 5)
Note: Do not join rnds unless indicated. Mark first st of ea rnd.
Rnd 1: With Pooch, ch 2; 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. (6).
Rnd 2: Working in Back Loops only, 2 sc in ea sc around. (12).
Rnd 3: Working in Back Loops only, (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (18).
At end of Rnd 3, join with a sl st to first sc.
Fasten off.
SQUARES (Make 5)
Row 1: With Pooch, ch 6; sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ea ch across,
ch 1, turn. (5).
Rows 2-5: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (5).
At end of Row 5, fasten off.
Randomly place circles and squares on RUG as shown in photo. Pin in place. Using quilting thread and sewing needle, sew circles and squares in place.

Heirloom Pillow

2009-04-19T13:51:00.004-05:00

Heirloom Pillow
Design by Michele Wilcox
Heirloom Pillow is copyrighted 2009 Michele Wilcox and Cute Crochet

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.

Heirloom Buttoned Embossed Pillow

Size: Pillow measures 13 inches x 17 inches.

Gauge: 7 dc = 2 inches; 2 dc rows = 1 inch.

Materials: Bernat Berella "4" worsted weight yarn by Spinrite, 10-1/2 oz. #894l Winter White;

Pillow Form, 12" x 16";

Assorted 1 inch heirloom-looking buttons, 5;

H (5mm) hook;

NOTE: This pattern is for INTERMEDIATE crocheters. Pillow is made in one piece.

PATTERN STITCH:
Embossed Roundels (abbreviation ERd)
ERd=work 1 (1 dc, 2 ch) 9 times all into same st, remove hook from working loop, insert hook from back through top of first dc of Roundel and, keeping sts of Roundel a back of crochet piece, pick up working loop again and draw through to close Roundel.

PILLOW
Row 1: Beginning at one short end, ch 46; sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (45).

Rows 2-7: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1. turn. (45). At the end of Row 7, ch 3, turn.
Note: Ch-3 counts as first dc.

Row 8: Dc in ea sc across, ch 3, turn. (45 dc).

Row 9: Dc in next 3 dc, *ERd into next st, dc in next 7 dc, repeat from * across, ending 1 dc into top of turning ch-3, ch 3, turn.

Row 10: Dc in ea dc across, ch 3, turn. (45).

Row 11: *Dc in next 7 dc, ERd into next st; repeat from * across to last 4 dc, dc in last 4 dc; ch 3, turn.

Row 12: Dc in ea dc across, ch 3, turn. (45).

Rows 13-56: Repeat Rows 9-12 consecutively.

Row 57: Dc in ea dc across, ch 1, turn. (45).

Row 58: Sc in ea dc across, ch 1, turn. (45).

Rows 59 & 60: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (45).

Row 61: (Buttonhole Row) Sc in next 3 sc, *ch 3, skip 3 sc, sc in next 6 sc; repeat from * across, ending sc in last 3 sc, ch 1, turn.

Row 62: Sc first 3 sc, *3 sc in next ch-3 sp, sc in next 3 sc; repeat from * across, ch 1, turn.

Rows 63 & 64: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (45).

Fasten off. Fold in half, matching both short ends. Sew side seams.

Sew buttons under buttonholes.
Place pillow form into pillow cover and button.

This pattern is copyrighted by Michele Wilcox and Cute Crochet @ 2009

Christmas Light Bulb Ornament

2008-12-13T12:01:00.009-05:00

By Jocelyn Sass
Light Bulb Ornament is copyrighted by Cute Crochet 2008

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it. You may link to the main page of Cute Crochet from your personal website, if desired at: http://www.cutecrochet.com.

CHRISTMAS LIGHT BULB ORNAMENT

Size: Measures 4-1/2" long

Gauge: 9 sc = 2 inches
4 rows = 1 inch
Materials: Red Heart Super Saver 4-ply worsted weight yarn, 1/2 oz. ea #319 Cherry Red, #324 Bright Yellow OR #672 Spring Green (MC), small amount #412 Silver,
F (3.75mm) hook; ornament hanger; polyester fiberfill; sewing and tapestry needle;

NOTE: Do not join rnds unless indicated. Mark first stitch of each rnd.
SHOWN BEST WHEN MADE IN SEVERAL BRIGHT COLORS AND GROUPED TOGETHER

ORNAMENT BODY

Rnd 1: Starting at bottom of ornament, with MC and F hook, ch 2;
6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. (6).

Rnd 2: Sc in ea sc around. (6).

Rnd 3: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (9).

Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (12).

Rnd 5: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (15).

Rnd 6: (Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (18).

Rnd 7: (Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (21).

Rnd 8: (Sc in next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (24).

Rnd 9: (Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around. (30).

Rnds 10-14: Sc in ea sc around. (30).

Rnd 15: (Sc in next 3 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around. (24). Begin stuffing ornament.

Rnd 16: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc) around. (18).

Rnd 17: Sc in ea sc around. (18). Continue stuffing.

Rnd 18: (Sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc) around. (12). Finish stuffing ornament.

Rnd 19: (Dec over next 2 sc) around. (6).

Fasten off, leaving length for sewing. Sewing opening closed.

Metal Socket/Plug

Rnd 1: With Silver and F hook, ch 2; 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. (6).

Rnd 2: 2 sc in ea sc around. (12).

Rnd 3: Working in Back Loops only, sc in ea sc around. (12).

Rnd 4: Sc in ea sc around, join with a sl st to first sc.

Fasten off , leaving length for sewing. Stuff socket lightly with a small amount of Silver yarn. and sew to top of light bulb as shown in photo.
Attach ornament hanger.

Fashion Doll Gown with Cape

2008-11-15T23:00:00.001-05:00

See additional photo below

Fashion Doll Dress with Cape © 2008

By Jocelyn Sass

Fashion Doll Dress with Cape is copyrighted by Cute Crochet 2008

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it. You may link to the main page of Cute Crochet from your personal website, if desired at: http://www.cutecrochet.com.

Materials: Crochet Cotton Size 10, Southmaid 350m:320, 1 ball #494 Victory Red, 1 ball White;
Metallic Kint-Cro-Sheen 100 yds, 1 ball #126N (red and green variegated);
#3 Steel hook;
size 4/0 snaps, 5;
sewing & tapestry needles;
matching thread

Gauge: 8 sc and 10 rows = 1 inch; 3 dc shells = 2".

BODY Row 1: Beg at neckline with Vicotry Red, ch 21, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (40).

Row 2: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) across, ch 1, turn. (60).

Rows 3-6: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (60).

Row 7: (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) across, ch 1, turn. (80).

Rows 8-10: Repeat Row 3. (80).

Row 11: Sc in first 10 sc, ch 2, skip next 15 sc, sc in next 30 sc, ch 2, skip next 15 sc, sc in last 10 sc, ch 1, turn. (50 sc, 4 ch).

Row 12: (Dec over next 2 sc) twice, sc in ea sc and ch across to last 4 sc, (dec over next 2 sc) twice; ch 1, turn. (50).

Row 13: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (48).

Row 14: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc) across, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rows 15-23: Repeat Row 3, at end of Row 23, join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (36).

Rnd 24: Working in Front Loops Only around, 2 sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (72).

Rnd 25: 2 sc in ea sc around, join, do not ch 1, turn. (144).

Rnd 26: Ch 3, 4 dc in same st, skip next sc, sc in next sc, skip next sc, (5 dc [shell] in next sc, skip next sc, sc in next sc, skip next sc) around, join to top of starting ch-3, ch 3, turn.

Rnd 27: 4 dc in first sc, sc in center dc on next shell, (shell in next sc, sc in center dc of next shell) around; join to top of starting ch-3, ch 3, turn.

Rnds 28-39: Repeat Rnd 27, changing to Metallic Variegated in last st of Rnd 39, join, ch 3, turn.

TRIM Rnd 40: 5 dc in first sc, sc in center dc of next shell (6 dc in next sc, sc in center dc of next shell) around; join, and fasten off.

UNDERSKIRT Rnd 24: Join White with a sc in first free loop left from Rnd 24 of Skirt, sc in same loop, 2 sc in ea loop around, join, ch 1, turn. (72).

Rnd 25: 2 sc in ea sc around; join, turn. (144).

Rnds 26 & 27: Repeat Rnds 26 & 27 of Skirt.

Rnds 28-52: Repeat Rnd 27, changing to Metallic Variegated in last st made of Rnd 52, join, ch 3, turn.

TRIM Rnd 53: With right side facing, join Metallic Variegated with a sc in first st on opposite side of starting ch; sc in ea ch across. Fasten off.

Sew 3 snaps to back opening.

CAPE Row 1: With White, ch 25, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (48).

Row 2: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around; ch 1, turn. (72).

Rows 3-18: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (72).

At end of Row 18, ch 3, turn.

Row 19: 4 dc in first st, skip next sc, sc in next sc, (skip next sc, 5 dc in next sc, skip next sc, sc in next sc) across, changing to Metallic Variegated in last st made, ch 3, turn.

Row 20: With Variegated, 5 dc in first sc, sc in center dc of next shell, (shell in next sc, sc in center dc of next shell) across to last 2 sts, sl st in top of starting ch-3. Fasten off.

NECK TRIM: With right facing, join White with a sc in first st on oppostie side of starting ch; sc in ea sc across. Fasten off.

Sew 2 snaps to back opening of cape.
This pattern is copyrighted by Cute Crochet © 2008

Cutie Trio Plant Pokes/Magnets

2005-09-24T07:03:00.003-05:00

Cutie Trio Plant Pokes © 2001

By Jocelyn Sass

Cutie Trio Plantpoke or Magnet is copyrighted by Cute Crochet 2001

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.

Crochet Cuties PLANTPOKES or MAGNETS

Materials: Scraps of 4-ply worsted weight yarn, White, Black and several pastel colors of choice;

F (3.75mm) hook

Wooden skewer OR craft magnet

Aleene's Designer Tacky Craft Glue;

Blush makeup;

cotton swab (Q-tip)

tapestry needle

Size: Flower measures 2-3/4" across

Rnd 1: With White, ch 2; 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join with a sl st to first sc, ch 1, turn. (6).

Rnd 2: 2 sc in ea sc around, join, ch 1, turn. (12).

Rnd 3: (Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (18).

Rnd 4: (Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around; join, ch 1, turn. (24).

Petals
Working in Front Loops only around, join desired pastel color with a sl st in any Front Loop of Rnd 4;
ch 2, 4 hdc in same st, skip next st, sl st in next free loop, (5 hdc in next front loop, skip next st, sl st in next front loop) around; join with sl st to top of starting ch-2. Fasten off.

Using Black and French Knot, embroider eyes between Rnds 2 & 3, 1/2" apart as shown.

Using makeup and cotton swab, CAREFULLY blush cheeks.

Glue wooden skewer OR magnet to back.

Copyright by Cute Crochet 2001

Crochet Hook Caddy

2005-05-26T17:13:00.003-05:00

Crochet Hook Caddy © 2011

By Margret Willson

Crochet Hook Caddy is copyrighted by Cute Crochet and Margret Willson 2001-2011

You may print it for your personal use, but you may not copy, distribute it, or sell it.

Size: 7 X 7-1/2"

Gauge: 7 sc = 2", 4 rows = 1"

Materials: Red Heart Worsted Weight yarn, 3-1/2 oz. Lavender

Size G hook (or size required for gauge)

1-11/16" (18mm) shank-style button tapestry needle

NOTES: For sc-dec (insert hook in next st, yo and pull lp through) twice,
yo and draw through all 3 lps on hook.

Front

Row 1: Ch 26, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn.

Rows 2-19: Sc in each st across, ch 1, turn.

Row 20: Working in back lps only, sc in each st across, ch 1, turn.

Row 21: Working in front lps only, sc in each st across, ch 1, turn.

Back
Rows 22-46: Sc in each st across, ch 1, turn.

Rows 47 & 48: Rep rows 20 and 21.

Front Flap

Rows 49-54: Sc in each st across, ch 1, turn.

Row 55: Sc-dec over first 2 sts, sc in each of next 21 sts, sc-dec over last 2 sc. (23), ch 1, turn.

Row 56: Sc in each st across, turn without the ch 1.

Row 57: Sc-dec over first 2 sts, sc in each of next 19 sts,
sc-dec over last 2 sts, ch 1, turn.

Row 58: Sc in each st across, turn without the ch 1.

Row 59: Sc-dec over first 2 sts, sc in each of next 17 sts,
sc-dec over last 2 sts, ch 1, turn.

Row 60: Sc in each of next 8 sts, ch 3, sk 3 sts,
sc in each of next 8 sts, turn without ch 1.

Row 61: Sc-dec over first 2 sts, sc in each of next 6 sts,
sc in each of next 3 chs, sc in each of next 6 sts, sc-dec over last 2 sc, fasten off.

Side seams

Fold front up and work through both back and front
with a sl st in end of each row.

Rep for other side.

Edging
Join with sc in side seam, sc in next st to the right
working in each st and end of row around open edge
of caddy and around front flap, sl st to join in first sc.

Dividers

First divider: With hook in front and yarn in back,
working from top to bottom, insert hook in first row after edging between
3rd and 4th sts to the right of side seam.

Sl st through both thicknesses to bottom edge.

Do not work over the edge.

Fasten off by cutting yarn and pulling through to front side,
then thread needle and pull tail to back side in last st before bottom edge, weave in tail.
Dividers 2-7: Skip 3 sc and insert hook between 3rd and 4th sts to the right of last divider, complete as first. (8 hook sleeves)
Sew button onto center divider
positioning to match buttonhole.

This pattern is copyrighted by Margret Willson and Creatively Sassy ©2001-2011

Duckie Bib

2005-04-29T13:54:00.003-05:00

Duckie Bib © 2005

By Jocelyn Sass

Materials: Red Heart Classic worsted weight, 1 oz. #322 Pale Yellow,
small amount of #354 Vibrant Orange and #312 Black;
G hook (4mm); tapestry needle;

Gauge: 4 sc = 1 inch; 4 rows = 1 inch

Size: Bib measures approximately 8-1/2 inches long

Body of Bib

Row 1: With Pale Yellow, ch 15, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across,
ch 1, turn. (14).
Rows 2-7: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc,
ch 1, turn. (16,18,20,22,24,26).
Rows 8-23: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (26).

Divide for Neck
First Side
Row 24: Sc in next 10 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving remaining sts unworked. (10).
Row 25: Skip first sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (9).
Rows 26 & 27: Sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (8,7).
Row 28: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (7).
Row 29: Repeat Row 26. (6).
Rows 30-34: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (6).
Fasten off.

Second Side
Row 24: Skip 6 sts on Row 23; join Pale Yellow with a sc in next st; sc in last 9 sc, ch 1, turn. (10).
Row 25: Sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (9).
Rows 26 & 27: Skip first sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (8,7).
Row 28: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (7).
Row 29: Repeat Row 26. (6).
Rows 30-34: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (6).
At end of Row 34, do not fasten off.

Rnd 35: Working in ends of rows and in ea sc, sc around outer edge of bib, making 3 sc in four top corners; join with a sl st to first sc.

Ties
Join Pale Yellow at top neck edge; ch 50. Fasten off. Repeat for other top neck edge. Tie ends of ch into a knot.

Beak
Note: Do not join rnds unless indicated. Mark first st of each rnd.
Rnd 1: With Vibrant Orange, ch 7; 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 4 ch, 4 sc in last ch; working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next 4 ch, 2 sc in last ch. (16).
Rnds 2-5: Sc in ea sc around. (16).
At end of Rnd 5, join with a sl st to first sc.
Fasten off, leaving length for sewing.
Sew beak to front of bib, centered over Row 11.

Eyes
With Black and Satin Stitch, embroider eyes over Rows 15 & 16, 3 inches apart.

Hair Loops
Leaving a 10 inch tail, wrap Vibrant Orange 3 times around 2 fingers, leaving another 10 inch tail. Using each 10 inch tail, secure loops at base of fingers with a knot. Thread each tail from front to back at center top of duck head as shown in photo. Tie tail in back to secure loops in place.

Duckie Bib© is copyrighted 2005 by Creatively Sassy

Elephant Pacifier Bib

2005-04-05T18:20:00.001-05:00

Elephant Pacifier Bib © 2005

By Jocelyn Sass

Materials: Red Heart Classic worsted weight, 1-1/2 oz. #261 Maize, 1/2 oz. #412 Silver;
small amount of #312 Black;
G hook (4mm); 5/8" Velcro Sticky Back Hook and Loop Fasteners, 1 set;
pacifier or toy; sewing and tapestry needles; matching sewing thread

Body of Bib

Row 1: With Maize, ch 35, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (34).
Rows 2-34: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (34).

Divide for Neck
First Side
Row 35: Sc in first 12 sc, leaving rem sts unworked, ch 1, turn. (12).
Row 36: Dec over first 2 sc, sc in next 10 sc, ch 1, turn. (11).
Row 37: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (11).
Rows 38 & 39: Repeat Rows 36 & 37. (10).
Rows 40-45: Repeat Row 37. (10).
Fasten off.

Second Side
Row 35: Skip 10 sts from Row 34, join Maize with a sc in next st, sc in next 11 sts, ch 1, turn. (12).
Row 36: Sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (11).
Row 37: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (11).
Rows 38 & 39: Repeat Row 36 & 37. (10).
Rows 40-45: Repeat Row 37. Do not fasten off.

Rnd 46: Ch 1, working in ends of rows and in ea sc, sc around outer edge of bib, working 3 sc in corners. Join with a sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Ties
Join Maize at top neck edge; ch 60. Fasten off. Repeat for other top neck edge. Tie ends of ch into a knot.

Head and Trunk
Row 1: With Silver, ch 9; sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (8).
Rows 2 & 3: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (10, 12).
Rows 4-8: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (12).
Rows 9-11: Dec over first 2 sts, sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc,
ch 1, turn. (10, 8, 6).
Rows 12-16: Repeat Row 4. (6).
Row 17: Repeat Row 9. (4).
Rows 18 & 19: Repeat Row 4. (4).
Row 20: (Dec over next 2 sc) twice. (2).
Rows 21-23: Repeat Row 4. (2).
Row 24: Dec over next 2 sc, ch 1, turn. (1).
Rows 25-30: Sc in sc, ch 1, turn. (1).
Rnd 31: Ch 1, working in ends of rows and in ea sc, sc around outer edge of Head and Trunk, making 3 sc in lower point of trunk; join to first sc.
Fasten off, leaving length for sewing. Sew head only to front of bib, placing top of head at neck edge, and leaving trunk free.

Eyes
With Black and Satin Stitch, embroider eyes over Rows 4 & 5.

Ears (Make 2)
Row 1: With Silver, ch 6; sc in 2nd ch from hook and in ea ch across, ch 1, turn. (5).
Rows 2 & 3: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (7, 9).
Row 4: 2 sc in first sc, sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (10).
Row 5: Sc in ea sc across to last sc, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn. (11).
Rows 6 & 7: Sc in ea sc across, ch 1, turn. (11).
Rows 8 & 9: Dec over first 2 sts, sc in ea sc across to last 2 sc, dec over last 2 sc,
ch 1, turn. (9, 7).
At end of first ear, ch 1, turn; at end of second ear, do not turn.
Rnd 10: Ch 1, working in ends of rows and in ea sc, sc around outer edge of Ear; join to first sc. Fasten off.
Sew Row 1 of ears to sides of head, with 'point' of ear at top.

Finishing
Sew Velcro on wrong sides of trunk, placing one side of Velcro on Row 30, and one side of Velcro on Row 24. Slip pacifer or toy through trunk, fold up and fasten.

Elephant Pacifier Bib© is copyrighted 2005 by Creatively Sassy