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Candy Corn Cuddler – Free Amigurumi Pattern

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A while back, I enjoyed working up some itty bitty candy corn pieces using an adorable pattern by Hillary Thompson of Hillary’s Hook. You can find her pattern on Ravelry here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mini-halloween-amis.

It’s such a quick and easy project to work up. I used fabric paint to add eyes, and I think they are so sweet. I worked up the same pattern using Bernat Blanket yarn to see how it would turn out in a chunky yarn.

And then I decided I wanted a large version, but one that still wouldn’t take too long to make. So I went to the drawing board to find the perfect formula to use Bernat Blanket yarn to create a big but quick-to-work-up candy corn. And the Candy Corn Cuddler was born!

Here is the whole family. I adore how they all have their own personality and charm!

A few details . . .

Finished size: approximately 6” tall

My Materials:

  • Hook L (8.00 mm)
  • Bernat Blanket Yarn in White, Carrot Orange, and School Bus Yellow
  • small amount of black yarn or embroidery thread (for mouth)
  • 15 mm safety eyes (optional)
  • blunt tapestry needle

Paid Pattern

As a way to help cover costs to keep the blog live, this is a paid pattern. While I understand that paid patterns may not be an option for all and are not everyone’s cup of tea, I do appreciate the support of those who are in a place right now to help fund this space. Please check out the free patterns I have available on the blog, and hopefully you will find something that inspires you!

You can find it available to purchase on Ravelry or Etsy.

Yarnfully yours,

Indoor Snowball Fight – Free Crochet Pattern

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Indoor Snowball Fight

November 7, 2019

Several years ago, I purchased a tin of plush snowball toys for my classroom. We enjoyed several fun indoor snowball fights during those weeks of being stuck inside for recess times. However, the snowballs quickly popped open at the seams and began to lose their stuffing. Fast forward to a few months back when memories of those days randomly popped back into my mind, and I found myself thinking “I could make those!”

As I was working on coming up with something that I could put up in my Etsy shop and bring to this season’s craft fairs, I saw a post on social media of someone else making these. However, I decided to share what I did for my set anyway, as I’m already claiming that this is not an original idea of my own but rather a re-imagining of something I’d seen before.

This set is wonderful for those stretches of time when large quantities of snow keep you cooped up and going stir crazy. But wouldn’t this also make a fun Christmas gift for someone that lives in an area that doesn’t typically get enough snow for a snowball fight? And even though I live in an area that gets frequent snowfall in the winter, I can appreciate a warm, dry snowball fight over the real thing any day!

Each snowball is approximately 3.5” in diameter and weighs approximately 0.7 ounce. I’ve included two different versions of the snowball, one using a K hook and one using an L hook. I tend to crochet on the tighter side and ended up using the L hook version. (I’m going to insert my disclaimer here: While each snowball is lightweight and soft, supervision is recommended for safe play. And setting a guideline of no head/face shots is probably a good way to keep things amicable.)

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here. And don’t forget to look for the free download button at the bottom of the post.

My Materials:

Abbreviations:

  • MR – magic ring
  • sl st – slip stitch
  • sc – single crochet
  • dec – (decrease) single crochet the next 2 stitches together
  • inc – (increase) work 2 single crochets into the next stitch
  • *– work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

Notes:

  • This pattern is worked in the round. Do not join at the end of rounds.
  • Make sure to add enough fiber fill to give the snowball its shape, but to keep snowballs soft and light, do not overstuff.

The Pattern

K Hook Version

Make 6, or desired amount

Round 1: In MR, sc 6 (6 sc)

Round 2: Sc increase around (12 sc)

Round 3: *Sc, inc* around (18 sc)

Round 4: *Sc, sc, inc* around (24 sc)

Round 5: Sc around (24 sc)

Round 6: *Sc in next 2, dec* around (18 sc)

Round 7: *Sc, dec* around (12 sc)

Stuff

Round 8: Dec around (6 sc)

Finish off, close stitches, and weave in end.

L Hook Version

Make 6, or desired amount

Round 1: In MR, sc 6 (6 sc)

Round 2: Sc increase around (12 sc)

Round 3: *Sc, inc* around (18 sc)

Rounds 4-5: Sc around (18 sc)

Round 6: *Sc, dec* around (12 sc)

Stuff

Round 7: Dec around (6 sc)

Finish off, close stitches, and weave in end.

Packaging

After making 6 snowballs, I loaded them into my white organza drawstring bag. I then cut out a tag, hole-punched the corner, strung the tag on one of the drawstrings, and tied a bow with the cinched up drawstring.

Yarnfully Yours,

Cactus Christmas Ornament – Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

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Cactus Christmas Ornament

July 25, 2018

Merry Christmas in July!

In my family, the Christmas season is a favorite time of year. Whether it’s because of all the decorations and festivities, the fact that my dad was a Christmas baby (and my mom a Christmas Eve baby), or simply the miracles of long ago remembered on this day, we celebrate this cherished holiday from Black Friday through the New Year!

Since this day is such a big deal in my family, we naturally have several Christmas traditions that we enjoy honoring each year. I started a new tradition in my family a while ago in which I gift a new Christmas tree ornament on Black Friday to my parents and siblings. Over the last several years, it morphed into me gifting an ornament I personally created. And what fun that has been! This past Christmas, I designed my own ornament…

…a mini-cactus for my brother’s annual ornament. And I’m here to share it with you today!

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 3” x 4”

My Materials:

  • worsted weight yarn, brown (Color A) and green (Color B) – Red Heart Super Saver used in sample
  • accent colored worsted weight yarn (scrap red yarn was used in the sample)
  • fiber fill
  • Hook F (3.75 mm)
  • tapestry needle
  • pipe cleaner (optional)

Abbreviations:

  • BLO – back loop only
  • ch – chain
  • sl st – slip stitch
  • sc – single crochet
  • hdc – half double crochet
  • dec – (decrease) single crochet the next 2 stitches together
  • inc – (increase) work 2 single crochets into the next stitch
  • * – work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

Notes:

  • This project is worked in continuous rounds.
  • When stuffing and attaching the cactus’ arms, a small length of pipe cleaner was used for added shaping and durability.

The Pattern

Pot:

Round 1: Using Color A, in a magic circle, sc 6 (6 sc)

Round 2: Inc around (12 sc)

Round 3: Sc, inc around (18 sc)

Round 4: In BLO, sc around (18 sc)

Round 5: Sc around (18 sc)

Round 6: *Sc in next 5 stitches, inc* around (21 sc)

Round 7: *Sc in next 6 stitches, inc* around (24 sc)

Round 8: Sc around (24 sc)

Round 9: Sc around (24 sc)

Round 10: In BLO, *sc, dec* around (16 sc)

Round 11: Dec around (8 sc)

Finish off, close stitches, and sew in the end.

Cactus:

Main Stalk:

Round 1: Using Color B, in a magic circle, sc 8 (8 sc)

Round 2: *Inc, sc in the next 3 stitches* twice (10 sc)

Rounds 3-12: Sc around (10 sc)

Fasten off with a long tail for attaching. Stuff and sew to the center of the top of the pot.

Bottom Arm:

Round 1: Using Color B, in a magic circle, sc 5 (5 sc)

Rounds 2-7: Sc around (5 sc)

Round 8: 1 hdc, 4 sc

Round 9: 2 hdc (partial round)

Sl st in the next stitch and fasten off with a long tail for attaching.

Insert pipe cleaner piece and connect to rounds 8-10 of main stalk.

Top Arm:

Round 1: Using Color B, in a magic circle, sc 5 (5 sc)

Rounds 2-4: Sc around (5 sc)

Round 5: 4 sc, inc (6 sc)

Round 6: 4  sc, 2 hdc

Sl st in the next stitch and fasten off with a long tail for attaching.

Insert pipe cleaner piece and connect to rounds 6-8 of main stalk.

Accessorize:

Using a length of scrap red yarn, I wrapped the pot and tied a bow in the front. Using a scrap length of glittery gold yarn, I attached a hanger.

Feel free to accessorize as you feel inspired. This ornament would look cute with a star affixed to the top of the cactus, or perhaps adding plastic mini Christmas lights to the stalk, or whatever strikes your fancy!

 

Yarnfully Yours,

Jolly Jellybeans – Free Amigurumi Pattern

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Jolly Jellybeans

March 25, 2018

With Easter just a week away, I’ve been busy stitching up these jolly jellybeans to add to my students’ Easter goodie bags. They work up quite quickly, and, using small amounts of yarn for each, they are another great stash-busting project. I had fun playing around with the stitching of their mouths and the placement of their facial features to produce slightly different expressions.

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 3 ½” x 1 ½”

My Materials:

  • worsted weight yarn (pictured in Red Heart Super Saver – Medium Purple, Petal Pink, Spring Green, Bright Yellow, and Pumpkin)
  • Hook F (3.75 mm)
  • 6 mm safety eyes
  • fiber fill
  • tapestry needle
  • small amount of black yarn or embroidery thread to sew on mouth

Abbreviations:

  • sc – single crochet
  • dec – (decrease) single crochet the next 2 stitches together
  • inc – (increase) work 2 single crochets into the next stitch
  • * – work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

Notes:

  • The piece is worked in the round.
  • I added my safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8.
  • After the face is applied, stuff throughout the remainder of the project.

The Pattern:

Round 1: In magic ring, sc 6 (6 sc)

Round 2: Inc around (12 sc)

Round 3: *Inc, sc* around (18 sc)

Rounds 4-7: Sc around (18 sc)

Round 8: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the remainder of the round (19 sc)

Round 9: Inc, sc in the next 7, dec, dec, sc in the next 7 (18 sc)

Round 10: Inc, sc in the next 7, dec, dec, sc in the next 6 (17 sc)

Round 11: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the remainder of the round (18 sc)

Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8. Embroider on mouth. Stuff as you go.

Round 12: Sc in next 10, inc, sc in next 7 (19 sc)

Round 13: Dec, sc in next 8, inc, sc in next 8 (19 sc)

Round 14: Dec over the next 2 stitches, sc in the remainder of the round (18 sc)

Rounds 15-17: Sc around (18 sc)

Round 18: *Dec, sc * around (12 sc)

Round 19: Dec around (6 sc)

Finish off, close, stitches, and sew in the end.

Yarnfully Yours,