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Free Crochet Pattern ~Chihuahua Sweater

Introducing my little model, Gizmo. Gizmo is my Dear Head Chihuahua. He is approximately 1 1/2 years old. 

      Last night I sat up in bed working on a crochet sweater to fit this little guy. He enjoys it so much that he fell asleep while I took his picture. 

My Chihuahua's Measurements
Chest = 15 1/2 inches.
Neck = 10 1/2 inches.
Waist 12 1/2 inches.
Shoulder blades to base of tail = 14 inches.
You can try this project on your chihuahua as you work.

Materials Required:
4.5mm Crochet hook.
Row markers.
Darning needle.
Red Heart Super Saver Stripes Yarn. Medium 4. Colour Cool Stripe.
2X 1 inch buttons.
1 Larger button (optional for collar).

Gauge:
Using a measuring tape
Approximately 4 rows = 2 inches.
Approximately  6 hdc = 2 inches.
I measured my gauge on body of finished project.
I've included some measurements along the way.

Special Abbreviations:
Ch = Chain.
Sc = Single Crochet.
Ea = Each.
St(s) = Stitch(es).
Mnr = Mark New Row/Round.
Rnd(s) = Round(s).
Beg = Beginning.
Ss = Slip Stitch.
Hdc = Half Double Crochet.
Bl = Back Loop.


Instructions:
Starting with the collar.
Row 1: Ch 20. Turn. Hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Hdc in ea ch across. (19hdc)
Rows 2-18: Ch 2. Turn. Hdc in ea bl across, forming 'hills and valleys'. (19hdc)
Collar should measure approximately 5 1/2 inches X 10 inches.

Fold project in half, lining row 1 evenly up to row 18. Evenly ss through bl of both rows at same time, forming a tube (collar). 

Working right to left, ss 6 times across to next 'hill'.

The Body:

Free Crochet Pattern ~Cheeky Little Monkey Hat & Scarf

Materials Required:
3.5mm crochet hook.
Patons Grace Yarn. Light 3. Color: Sky.
Darning Needle (for sewing in ends).
Scissors.
Row/Round markers.

2017 Hot Fingerlings Interactive Baby monkey

Guage:
Approximately 10 sc = 1 inch.
Approximately 6 rows = 1 inch.

Special Abbreviations:
Ch = Chain.
Sc = Single Crochet.
Ea = Each.
St(s) = Stitch(es).
Mnr = Mark New Row/Round.
Rnd(s) = Round(s).
Beg = Beginning.
Ss = Slip Stitch.
Hdc = Half Double Crochet.

Instructions:

Hat:
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 hdc in 2nd ch from hook. (6hdc)
Rnd 2: Hdc to join. Mnr. Hdc in same st. 2 hdc in ea st around. (12 hdc)
Rnd 3: Hdc to join. Mnr. Hdc in same st. 2 hdc in ea st around. (24 hdc)
Rnds 4-5: Hdc to join. Mnr. Hdc in ea st around. (24 hdc)
Rnd 6: Hdc to join. Mnr. Hdc in ea st around. Ss to join. Fasten Off. Sew in ends.(24 hdc)


Add a pompom to the top of the hat. You can make your own using the following video (using only 2 fingers) or purchase one. Sew it on.

Scarf

Row 1: Ch 35. Hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Hdc in ea st across. Fasten off. Sew in ends. (35 hdc)

If you love the pillow and scarf you can get the free pattern here by clicking on this sentence.

Free Crochet Pattern ~Cheeky Little Monkey Blanket & Pillow

I bought my daughter this Fingerling/Happy Monkey for Christmas and she fell in love with him instantly. He is an interactive little monkey that holds onto your finger, makes silly noises when he swings by his tail. He blows back kisses and snores. Now he can snuggle up with his new blanket and pillow and snore happily.
This pattern was fun to make up and didn't take very long to make, using mostly half double crochet(hdc) and single crochet(sc) stitches. My daughter played for hours after I completed this project.

Materials Required:
3.5mm crochet hook.
Patons Grace Yarn. Light 3. Color: Sky.
Darning Needle (for sewing in ends).
Scissors.
Row/Round markers.
Cotton Stuffing.

2017 Hot Fingerlings Interactive Baby monkey

Guage:
Approximately 10 sc = 1 inch.
Approximately 6 rows = 1 inch.

Special Abbreviations:
Ch = Chain.
Sc = Single Crochet.
Ea = Each.
St(s) = Stitch(es).
Mnr = Mark New Row/Round.
Rnd(s) = Round(s).
Beg = Beginning.
Ss = Slip Stitch.
Hdc = Half Double Crochet.


Instructions:

Blanket
Ch 25
Row 1: Hdc in 2nd chain from hook. Hdc in ea ch across. (24hdc)
Rows 2-13: Ch 2. Turn. Hdc in ea st across. (24hdc)
Border
Round 1: Ch 1. Turn. Sc in ea st around, placing 2sc in ea corner st. Ss to join. Fasten off. Sew in ends. (102sc)

Pillow
Ch 16
Row 1: Hdc in 2nd chain from hook. Hdc in ea ch across. (15hdc)
Rows 2-13: Ch 2. Turn. Hdc in ea st across. (15hdc)
Border
Fold project in half. Pin corners together.

Round 1: Ch 1. Turn. Working through both sides of folded project. Sc in next st. Sc in ea st around, placing 2sc in ea corner st, and leaving a few sts unworked. Stuff the pillow with a bit of cotton. Sc in remaining sts around. Ss to join. Fasten off. Sew in ends. 

A Collection Of Crochet Patterns For The Kitchen.

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Free Crochet Pattern ~Passionately Pink Purse

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Materials Required:
~Sewing pins.
~Needle.
~Thread to match yarn.
~5 MM Crochet Hook.
~Darning Needle.
~Zipper. Approximately 15 inches.
~Approximately 1 inch Metal Rings X4.
~Round Markers.
~Yarn: Bernat Mosaic (Medium 4), in colour 'Pink Poodle'; 100g ball X2.
~Yarn: Bernat Satin Sparkle (Medium 4), in colour 'Bronze'; 80g ball X2.

Gauge:
Approximately 12 sc = 3 inches.
Approximately 7 rows = 3 inches.




Special Abbreviations:
Ch = Chain.
Sc = Single Crochet.
Dc = Double Crochet.
Ea = Each.
St(s) = Stitch(es).
Mnr = Mark New Row/Round.
Rnd(s) = Round(s).
** = Repeat instructions as many times as indicated within **.
Beg = Beginning.
Ss = Slip Stitch.
Hdc = Half Double Crochet.
Sk = Skip.


Instructions:

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Free Crochet Pattern ~Dolly & Me Child's Choice Buttons Necklaces

These fantastically fun button necklaces are quick and easy to work up. Let the child pick the buttons they want to make it extra special. If you have never worked the foundation hdc, then this video will help you learn how: http://www.mooglyblog.com/foundation-half-double-crochet/

Yarn: Royale Size 10 Crochet Thread. Colour; 0465 Pastels.
3.75 mm Crochet Hook.


SIZE
Sized to fit approximately age 6 child, with a matching doll size (for generic 18 inch dolls, like American Girl or similar). 

Free Crochet Pattern ~A Silly Hat For My Silly Dog

She is so adorable sleeping in her new hat! She didn't like it on her head until I added the braided ties.
I would say this hat is easy to make.


It involves some front post double crochet, as well as single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet stitches, skipping stitches, and decreasing.

Free Crochet Pattern ~Twist & Shake Square

MATERIALS
5 mm crochet hook.
Phentex Merit, Medium 4 Yarn in colours; 'Creme Menthe', 'Candy Floss' and 'Chocolate'.
Caron (one pound) Baby, Medium 4 Yarn in colours; 'Yellow' and 'Denim'.
Darning needle to sew in ends.

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Easy~Medium.
This pattern includes a mix of stitches to give it this unique appearance.

Pattern Review ~Ribbon Candy Dress

My little princess asked for some new doll clothes for her new American Girl doll. So I'm on a bit of a mission to get some made up for her!









The pattern for this lovely dress is called 'Ribbon Candy Dress'. It is very nicely written by Kate Wagstaff of Crafting Friends Designs.

I purchased this pattern a few weeks ago, and finally had the chance to give it a go. I made a few small additions/modifications to the pattern to suit my princess's requests.

The very first difference I made is the yarn choice. I did not have the yarn listed in the pattern, and my husband says I need to use some before I can purchase more, so I gave my princess the chance to choose the colours she wanted. I used: Patons Canadiana Yarn, Medium 4, in colours; 'Med. Green Tea' and 'Dark Green Tea'. I also used: Patons Allure Bulky 5 in 'White'. I do recommend using the yarn listed in the pattern for best results.

My princess and I worked together to decide where we would switch colours. If I do this pattern again I will definitely try alternating colours as the pattern requests. After working up the dress base, following the pattern exactly, I finished off by adding 2 more button holes & buttons in the back. I then evenly Single Crocheted on the furry yarn around the neck, bottom and sleeves of the dress. 

She also wanted a jewelled belt and the snowflake button, so I sewed them on easily.

Free Crochet Pattern ~Taylors Washcloth

I made some more washcloths.
These ones are super easy. A great project for beginners. These ones work up pretty quick and look great prettied up with ribbons.

Sunday Night Link Blast ~A Mix Of Fun Crochet Patterns

After all the great link blasts on my Facebook, Twitter, G+, and Pinterest pages, I decided It would be great to add link blast posts to my blog. Here is my first Link Blast post. Enjoy this great collection of fabulous crochet patterns written by a collection of fabulous designers.

~A Mix Of Fun Crochet Patterns~

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Free Crochet Pattern ~Beverage Cozy Mitt

Man's Version

These were so fun to make. They keep your hand warm while drinking your favourite beverage. 

These would be great gifts accompanied with fabulous sayings like,
'Keep warm and drink on'...



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Free Crochet Pattern ~Easy Peasy Baby Mitts

Here's an adorable pair of mitts to keep baby's hands toasty warm during the cold winter months.

Skill level: Easy

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Free Crochet Pattern ~Crochet Beaded Scarf

Special Abbreviations.
Ch(s) = Chain(s).
Dc(s) = Double Crochet(s).
Cluster = (2dc, ch 1, 2dc) all in one stitch.
St(s) = Stitch(es).
Sk = Skip.

I used.
600 seed beads (60 seed beads per row).
1.75 mm Crochet hook.
Aunt Lydias Crochet Thread. Classic 10. Colour: 'White'.

Gauge.
Approximately (cluster + chain 9)X 2  = 6 inches.