Cross Ornament Free Pattern

 Cross Ornament Free Pattern 

It’s Easter week, and for me, as a Christian, this is everything. “The Cross” represents everything.  I wanted a quick and easy project to signify and represent this week — “Cross Ornaments.”

I created an Ad-Free, PDF pattern for you all.  I hope you enjoy this pattern and take the time to meditate on what the cross represents.  Click on the below link for the free pattern: 

Cross Ornament Pattern

And, for those of you who may be more of a visual learner, here is the LINK to my YouTube Video...

From my home to yours Happy Easter to you and yours!!!

Rilla

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Swimming Pool Kawaii

Swimming Pool Kawaii

Here’s my newest design, a “Swimming Pool” Kawaii. This is a fun and cute project!!!

I used Mainstays yarn from Wal-Mart in yellow, blue, teal, white and pink, a 5.0mm hook, Polyfil, black embroidery thread, (2) 15mm safety eyes and a tapestry needle to complete this project...

The completed project measures 13” x 9”. This doesn’t include the top wave. 

I made two of the same pieces - the front and back:

I made one bottom wave with blue yarn. I left a long tail for attaching it. 

I added the eyes at Row 12 with 8 spaces between them:

For the mouth, I used black thread and embroidered it. I added tiny pink cheeks under the eyes by chaining 4 and then making 3 single crochet stitches. 

I started at the halfway point at top with my white yarn and worked a single crochet stitch to join the front and back pieces together. I worked across, down, across, up and then stop.  Place a stitch marker to hold the stitch open for later...

I added the bottom wave being careful to only stitch through the front piece only.

I then made the top wave two times and whip stitched them together.  (Sorry I didn’t snap a picture of it)

Now, you are ready to stuff with Polyfil.  I then placed the top wave into the opening. I whip stitch attached the wave.  

And, last, join the needle back to the corner top of white yarn and continue to single crochet around the wave and slip stitch join to the first stitch and fasten off. Weave ends. 

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Easter Bunny Tin Cover

Easter Bunny Tin Cover

Here’s a great repurpose project for your spring decor.  I used my empty Christmas popcorn tin can.

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:
Ch:  chain
St:  stitch(es)
Sl st:  slip stitch
SC:  single crochet

HDC:  half double crochet
DC:  double crochet
Rep:  repeat
FO:  fasten off

MR: magic ring

Materials:

I used 2 skeins of Baby Bee’s Sugar Pom Pom yarn in Oh, Sweetums. Each skein is 55 yds. This is a #6 super bulky yarn. I used a 10mm hook. So, the cover was very quick to make.  

For the face, I used (2) 20mm black safety eyes.  And, then #4 worsted weight yarn in pink for the nose and cheeks. I used a 5.0mm hook for the cheeks, ears and nose.

I used a tapestry needle for weaving ends and embroidery.

Directions:

Cover:

1.  10 DC into MR.  Sl st join. (10)

2.  Ch3 counts as first DC. DC in same st as Ch3.  2DC in each st around.  Sl st join.  (20)

3. Ch3 counts as first DC. DC in same st as Ch3.  *1DC in next st. 2DC in next st.*  Rep around from * to *.  Sl st join.  (30) 

4.  Ch3 counts as first DC. DC in same st as Ch3.  *1DC in next 2 st. 2DC in next st.*  Rep around from * to *.  Sl st join.  (40) 

5.  In BLO for this round, Ch3 counts as first DC. DC in same st as Ch3.  *1DC in next 2 st. 2DC in next st.*  Rep around from * to *.  Sl st join.  (40) 

6.  Ch3 counts as first DC. DC in same st as Ch3.  *1DC in next 2 st. 2DC in next st.*  Rep around from * to *.  Sl st join.  (40) 

Now, continue working round 6 until you complete enough rounds to reach the rim.  I used both skeins to complete.  

Cheeks ( make 2):

1.  HDC 6 into MR.  Sl st join and ch1.  (6)  

2.  2 HDC in first st and 1 HDC in next st.  Complete around.  Sl st join.  FO and leave a long tail to attach.  (9)

Nose:  

1.  6SC into MR.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (6)

2.  2 HDC in each of the first 4 st.  FO and leave tail for attaching.  (8)

When I attached the nose, I used the pink yarn to make a mouth.  See my pics for help with this.  I just did simple embroidery.  

Ears (make 2):

(For the ears and Pompom tail, I used #4 worsted weight yarn in Pink Multi.)

1.  6SC into MR.  Do not join.  Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch and move up ea hi round accordingly.  (6)

2.  2SC in first st, 1SC in next st.  Rep around.  (9)

3-12.  SC around.  At end of Round 12, FO and leave a long tail for attaching.  

Tail:

I wrapped the yarn around my hand 75 times.  Tied a double knot in the center. Cut the loops and attached to the back of the cover.  

Here are a few more pics with it filled with eggs and a carrot...

Happy Crocheting...

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Flower Pot Kawaii

Flower Pot Kawaii

With spring’s arrival, I wanted to make a flower pot.  Originally, I was going to make Sunflowers for the pot but ultimately ended up with making a cactus!!!  I’m happy with the overall outcome of this project  

I used Mainstays Yarn from Wal-Mart and a 5.0mm hook to complete this project.  You will need a few extra items:  Polyfil, black embroidery thread for the mouth, (2) safety eyes and a small amount of pink and white yarn for the cheeks, bow and outline around the eyes.

My focal point was the flower pot itself, and so, I decided to add the facial features to the pot and not the cactus. 

And, here he is with his pal, my. “Baby Chick” Kawaii!!!

Happy Crocheting...

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Baby Boy Gift Set!!!

Baby C2C Blanket

 

3-6 month Hat 

Elephant Lovey

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Baby Chick Kawaii

“Baby Chick” Kawaii

Blessings this Sunday evening.  I spent most of today making this super cute “Baby Chick” Kawaii for Easter and/or Spring seasonal decor. Once again, I used Main Stays yarn. I have really gotten the bang for my buck on this yarn. I bought each available color my local Wal-Mart had at $2.44 per skein and I have thus far completed multiple projects. 

I know I need to set aside time to update my blog with the patterns from recent weeks, as well as, go back through my posts from 2016 backward and re-add the pictures. I’m not sure what has happened but somehow my older blog posts have lost their photos.  I do want to get all of my patterns moved to my own domain website. My problem is:  I love crafting; I just hate the electronics side that goes with it to be able to share with you all. 

Please be patient and I will get everything added and updated. If you want a pattern before then, just message me.  

Happy Crocheting...

Mini-Easter Eggs

 Mini-Easter Eggs

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Mini-Leprechaun Hat

 Mini-Leprechaun Hat

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Pokémon Ball and Mini-Basket

Okay, y’all, aside from being a huge crafter, I’m also a huge Pogo player. I’ve been sick for the past few weeks and stuck at home. So, on Friday, I made this super easy “Pokémon Ball” and “Mini Pokemon Basket.”   

Both projects work up really quick and will be a sure hit to your Pogo player friends!!!

Pokémon Ball and Mini-Basket

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Basketball Kawaii

 Basketball Kawaii 

With March Madness upon us, I couldn’t resist designing a “Basketball Kawaii.”  I think he is so adorable!!!!

I will get the FREE pattern added on the blog tomorrow for anyone who would like to make themselves one...

I used Mainstays yarn brand in orange and black from Wal-Mart. For the ball portion, I used a 4.5mm hook and for the stripes, I used a 4.0mm hook. You will also need 2 black 15 or 20mm black eyes, Polyfil and black embroidery floss. I may go back and add pink cheeks.  I meant to do that before taking the pics and recording the video on Instagram. 

Happy Crocheting...

A Very Hungry Caterpillar Headband

A Very Hungry Caterpillar Headband

I love the children’s book, “A Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle. March 20 this year is the day we celebrate this book. So, I wanted to make something quick, cute and easy!!!!

Size:  

This fits a 20-22” head circumference if the ends are whipstitched together; however if you use buttons then it becomes adjustable to fit smaller sizes.

Gauge:

8 SC x 6 rows = 2”x 2”

Materials:

—#4 worsted weight yarn; I used Mainstays yarn from Wal-Mart in red, green, yellow and purple 

—4.0mm hook

—tapestry needle

—3 buttons (optional)

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch:  chain

St:  stitch(es)

Sl st:  slip stitch

SC:  single crochet

HDC:  half double crochet

Rep:  repeat

FO:  fasten off

MR:  magic ring 

Directions:

For the band:

1.  Ch 76.  SC 75.  Ch1 and turn. (75)

2-8.  SC 75.  Ch1 and turn.  At the end of Row 8, FO and leave a long tail.  75)

Now, you can add 3 buttons, vertically, on one end, to make this adjustable for different head sizes.  If you opt to whip stitch the ends together, like I did, then the band is going to fit a 20-21” head circumference.

Inner Eyes (yellow):   

Make two

1.  10 HDC into MR.  Sl st join and Ch1. (10)

2.  2 HDC in each st around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (20)

3.  2 HDC in first st, 1 HDC in next st.  Repeat around. Sl st join and FO.  Leave a long tail for attaching  

Outer Eyes (green):

Make two

1.  10 HDC into MR.  Sl st join and Ch1. (10)

2.  2 HDC in each st around.  Sl st join and FO.  Leave a long tail for attaching.  (20)

Antennas (purple):

Make 2

1.  MR.  6SC.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (6)

2.  6 SC.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (6)

3.  2 SC first st, 1 SC next st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (9) 

4-7.  SC in each st around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (6)

8.  SC in each st around.  FO and leave a long tail for attaching.  (6) 

See pics for placement of eyes and antennas.  

And, that’s it for this super cute “A Very Hungry Caterpillar” Headband!!!

Check out my blog for my other “A Very Hungry Caterpillar” projects...

Happy Crocheting...

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Simple Washcloths

Simple Washcloths

Here’s my newest, completed project, “Simple Washcloth” design. Quick and easy — two of my favorite words!!!

I used Peaches & Creme Cotton yarn and a 4.0 mm hook.  I think they turned out gorgeous and I’m going to give them to my daughter-in-law, Brooke. 

Size: 8” x 8 1/2”

1.  Chain 32.  Single crochet in second chain from hook and across. Chain 1 and turn. (31)

2-36.  Single crochet in each stitch across. Chain 1 and turn. (31)

37.  Single crochet in each stitch across. (31)

Border:

You can continue working with your yarn or you can switch to a complimenting color. 

Note:  For the border, you will place 2 single crochet stitches in each corner stitch. 

1.  Single crochet across the top.  Now, evenly work a single crochet stitch in each end stitch down the side. Then, single across the bottom and then up the last side.  Slip stitch join to the first stitch. Fasten off and weave ends. 

Happy Crocheting...

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March Paint Canvas

I was undecided on what I was going to paint on canvas to hang up in my sunroom for a seasonal decor item for the first few days of March.  And, then, at 3 a.m. this morning, an idea struck me. I jumped out of bed and to the dining room I fled. 

I freehand drew a clover, the word, “Lucky” and a pot onto the canvas. Simple. But, yet, so meaningful to me. My dad, Gary, had a clover and “Lucky” tattooed on his arm in his young days while serving in the Army in the Panama. I lost my dad to pancreatic cancer in 1998. 

You may look at my completed work and just see the simplicity of it.  But, when I look at it, I’m reminded of my dad.  So, this is a treasure for me to delight in for the remainder of the month.   

I’m an amateur artist, at best, but it is a new area of crafting that I truly enjoy.  

Do you ever branch out of your comfort zone and try something new?  If not, I encourage you to do so!!!

Happy Crafting...

And, a short video to see the steps to make this canvas painting...