Crochet Yourself a Ring

Want a quick little project that's super easy and whips up in a flash?  Check out this crocheted ring I made recently in under 30 minutes!  I haven't ever really been one for crocheted jewelry, although I do think that some of it is lovely and unique, but when I ran across this pattern link I was intrigued and decided to give it a try.

 
 There are three different ring patterns included in the PDF, however I only tried one because the other two were too large for my liking.  So here is my version of the ring in two different colors:

They are very cute and surprisingly comfortable!  So if you're looking for a quick project to break the routine, try one of these rings on for size!  You can get the downloadable PDF here.

Fun With Valentine's Day Crochet Leftovers and a Free Pattern for You!

I really enjoyed working on all of my Valentine's Day crochet projects and I thought they turned out Love-ly. I made a couple more of the hearts I showed you in my last post because they are just so cute and I thought of so many things that could be done with them. Like this face:


Another option would be to add arms and legs to this little heart face. I think that would just be too cute!


I sewed a crocheted flower on this heart and I am going to use it for a pin cushion, It would also be cute to make a sachet out of one of them, or attach a string to one and hang it from your rear view mirror.

I like making little trinkets for friends for little surprises, so I turned the turquoise heart into a key chain.

I am also making some crocheted lip balm cozies for friends, using pretty girlie colors and putting cute little lip balm tubes in them.

This is the first one I made, and I plan on making several more of these. I put a key ring on this one, but they could also be hooked on your purse so you can always find your lip balm or lipstick. They are so easy and work up in less than an hour from start to finish! They can be made in so many different colors and using a variety of cute buttons the possibilities are endless!
Here is the pattern if you'd like to make some of these for yourself or as gifts.

Supplies: Small amount of worsted weight yarn
Size F crochet hook.
Decorative button of your choice
Stitch marker
A tube of lip balm or lipstick

Round 1: Chain 2. 5 sc in 2nd chain from hook. Join with a slip stitch at the end of the round.

Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. Join with sl at end of round. (10)

Round 3: Working in back loop only, sc in each stitch around. Do not join. (10)

Round 4 & remaining: Sc in each stitch around, working in a spiral, until the cozy is the length of your tube of lip balm or lipstick.

When your cozy is the correct length, decide where you want your button and either sew it on now, or mark the spot where you want it to be.

For the flap:

Stop at the end of the last round and join with a slip stitch.
Chain 1 and turn, then sc in the next 5 stitches, and turn.
Continue working 5 sc back and forth until the flap is long enough to fold over and reach the top of the button. (I put my lip balm in the cozy at this point to make sure the flap was long enough to reach over the top of the tube and down to the top of the button.) When the flap reaches the top of the button, chain 5 and join to the other end of the flap with a slip stitch and finish off. Note: If you are using a larger button, like I did, you may want to make the chain on your flap a few stitches longer to allow it to fit over a large button

Weave in your ends and you are done! I hope you have fun with these if you decide to make some. Thanks for visiting as always, I hope you have a terrific and crafty week!

Amigurumi Love Birds for Valentine's Day

Hello everyone! I have been in a bit of a crochet 'slump' lately. Or I guess I should say things kept getting in the way of my crochet, which is what put me in the slump. I just couldn't seem to get any of my crochet projects finished! Things that should have taken me a day, were taking me a week due to distractions, interruptions and just 'life' in general. Thankfully things seem to be looking up in that area lately, and I finished my little amigurumi 'Love Birds" in time for Valentine's day.

These little birds were so easy to make and worked up quickly as well. Perfect for a last minute Valentine's Day gift!

The pattern can be found on the Lion Brand Yarn website here.

Still want more Valentine's Day crochet patterns? Then check these out!

Amigurumi Heart doll pattern link.

Crochet Box of Chocolates pattern link.

So cute!! Amigurumi Love Bug pattern link.

The pattern designer intended for these to be crocheted dog toys, but there could be many additional uses for these cute hearts! Pattern can be found here.

Crochet Basket Weave Valentine Heart Satchet pattern link.

Adorable crochet hearts pattern link.

All of these are just perfect for Valentine's day projects or gifts. I'm working on some small crochet gifts to give to friends.So I'm off to get those done before Valentine's day.

Thanks for visiting as always!

So Sweet Amigurumi Snail

One of the things I love about Amigurumi crochet is the

quick results! I never have time to get bored with the project I'm working on before it's finished! The minute I finish a project I take pictures of it, admire it for a few minutes, then immediately start on the next one. There is just so much satisfaction to be gained from successfully completing a project and having it come out beautiful.

I finished my snail last night and I'm so happy with it! I'm already thinking about doing another one and trying to figure out what colors to use on the next one.

I gave her blue eyes, just because I've always used black and I was curious what it would look like with the blue. I like it! I also made little 'humps' where her antennae would be. It just kinda looked bare on her head. I was very glad I did. All I did was just whip stitch over and over in the same spot until a little 'hump' formed. I love the way that turned out...much more smooth and neat than french knots. My french knots NEVER turn out.

So Small and So Sweet!

I've had very positive responses to her so I think I'll make several more for the craft fair.

I finally broke down and bought the pattern for the "Adorable Pink Fawn" I've been eyeing for weeks! She's just so cute I couldn't resist any longer. I am also planning to make one (or several!) with colors to look like Rudolph for Christmas.

I started on the fawn this morning and she's coming along well and has to be one of the cutest things I've ever seen!

Thanks for visiting and until next time....happy hooking!