Cute Little Crafts

Summer Bag: Crochet Pattern

2014-09-03T09:12:00.004-07:00

I have a new crochet pattern available: Summer Bag
This versatile crochet bag is perfect for a summer adventure!
It is great for a day at the beach, the park or shopping around town.
Make it in bright colors to cheer you up! ♥

The finished bag that you can crochet measures approximately 14" wide x 14 " tall (not including the handles).

This pattern is written using American Terms.
Skill level EASY

You will need to know:
-Basic crochet stitches
-How to read and follow a pattern
-How to crochet in the round
-How to increase
-How to change colors

Materials:
Worsted weight cotton yarn, and crochet hooks in sizes US-H, US-I

You can find the pattern in Ravelry.

Copyright 2014 - 2020 Karla Sandoval.

Mini Sleppy Owl Bag

2014-07-05T23:05:00.002-07:00

Hi, I have a new pattern available for purchase, the mini version of the Sleepy Owl Bag, it only measures 10 by 10 inches. It is perfect to carry your essentials when you are running around doing errands.

To crochet this one you will need:
Light worsted weight yarn (I used Knit Picks Dishie for both), and a crochet hook in size US-G/4.25mm.

To crochet this project you already need to now how to:
Read and follow a pattern.
Make basic crochet stitches.
Crochet in the round.
Change colors.
Make increases.
Make a magic adjustable ring.

Copyright 2014-2020 Karla Sandoval

As always is available in Ravelry:

Crochet Pattern Apple Cozy

2014-05-11T15:54:00.001-07:00

Hello all:
It has been more than a year since I design any new patterns, mostly because I injured my hand from all that crocheting I was doing to meet the orders that I was receiving.

But finally I have a new pattern available that was born due to necessity, you see, I used to think that apple cozies were a little funny until I discovered how useful they really are, they protect your fruit while it is in your lunch bag, keeping it from bruising and dust free.

Is a very quick and easy project! They are great as gifts, especially for teachers!

They are reusable, washable, Eco friendly and really protect your fruit because unlike other cozies, this one is designed to cover your apple almost completely. Make one for every day of the week!

The finished cozy that you can crochet using my pattern can hold a 6 oz apple inside, although it has some stretch in it, so maybe a slightly bigger apple can fit too.

You can find the pattern as an instant download in Ravelry:

My Hispanic Heritage Interview

2013-09-15T07:21:00.002-07:00

I want to give many thanks to Marie from Underground Crafter for featuring me in an interview series she is publishing to honor Hispanic Heritage Month 2013.

She will be interviewing Hispanic crochet designers and they will be featured in her blog the months of September and October. It is a great opportunity for designers to share their work.

If you want to check out my interview, it can be found here.

You can find Marie in her Etsy Shop, in her Facebook page, as well as in Ravelry.

How much yarn do I need?

2013-05-06T10:48:00.001-07:00

Ever wonder how much yarn you need to make a project?

Well here is the link to the Lion brand chart that tells you approximately how much yarn you really need for your next crochet or knitting project.

Lion Brand Chart

You can even download the chart as a PDF and keep it for future reference.

AllFreeCrochet is featuring my pattern!

2013-04-23T20:52:00.001-07:00

I am very proud to announce that my Two simple flowers pattern is included in an eBook published by AllFreeCrochet.

The eBook contains many crochet flower patterns to brighten up any project, from flower garlands to pencil toppers.

Get your free copy here Pretty Flowers to Crochet and share the link with your friends and family!

Crochet: Rainbow Coin Purse

2012-09-11T09:16:00.004-07:00

Hello, I have a new pattern available, the Rainbow coin purse.
Make this project in no time at all! This really cute coin purse can hold your change, keys and ID and keep them handy when you run errands around town. Is a very simple, quick and easy project, and it uses very little yarn. Perfect for stash busting!

The finished coin purse you can crochet using this pattern measures 5.5" wide and 4.25" tall.

This pattern is written using American terms.

Skill level EASY.

The materials you need are worsted weight yarn and a US/H-5.00 mm crochet hooks.

You will need to know:
- How to read a pattern.
- How to do basic crochet stitches.
- How to crochet in the round.
- How to increase and decrease.
- How to change color.

You can find the pattern in Ravelry.

Crochet Pattern: Halloween Pumpkin Basket

2012-08-15T19:53:00.002-07:00

My oldest son loves everything about Halloween, so I decided to make this cutie to hold our candy.
I totally love the way it turned out, it is so adorable!

This pumpkin basket is perfect to hold your Treat or Trick candy or to be used as a decoration for the fall season.

This project is very quick and easy to crochet.

The pattern is written using American terms, it is 8 pages long and has many pictures to help you along the way.

Skill level: Easy

The basket measures approximately 5 " tall (not including handles); and 7" across

The materials you need to complete this project are:
- Worsted weight yarn
- Crochet hook US/H - 5.00 mm and US/G - 4.00 mm
- Stitch markers
- Buttons

To crochet this pattern you need will need to know how to:
- Read a pattern
- Crochet in the round
- Make basic crochet stitches
- Make increases (two stitches in the space of one stitch)
- Change color
- Make an adjustable magic ring

The pattern is available in Ravelry.

Crochet Pattern: Textured Soap Savers

2012-08-04T20:09:00.002-07:00

Hello all, this is my newest pattern: Textured Soap Savers.

Save money by making these soap savers for your home!
You can put your silvers of soap inside and use every little piece; or you can fit a regular bar of soap in them. These soap savers also help you get a grip on your soap, so it does not jump out of your hand. And the drawstring lets you hang it up to dry after each use.

They make a great lather and work wonderful in the shower to exfoliate and leave you with glowing skin.

All of them are very easy and quick to make; and also machine washable and very durable!
Great for those last minute gifts!

The soap savers can fit a regular 180 gr. bar of soap inside.

This PDF file contains 4 written patterns with pictures; to crochet these wonderful additions to any bathroom.

This pattern is written using American terms.

Skill level: Easy

To crochet this pattern you will need to know how to:
- Read a pattern
- Make basic crochet stitches
- Crochet in the round

The materials to complete this project are:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn
- Crochet hook US-J

The pattern is available in Ravelry.

Crochet Patterns: Washcloths and Soap Saver Sets

2012-08-03T15:12:00.004-07:00

Hi, I have available for purchase 4 separate patterns sets, each one includes a soap saver and a washcloth/dishcloth:

They are available in my Ravelry store.

Each one is made using different stitches combinations and have very different textures.

They help you save money because you can put your silvers of soap inside and use every little piece; or you can fit a regular bar of soap in them. The soap saver also helps you get a grip on your soap, so it does not jump out of your hand. And the drawstring lets you hang it up to dry after each use.

The washcloth is thick, soft, absorbent and makes a great lather. These work wonderful in the shower to exfoliate and leave you with glowing skin.

Both are easy and quick to make; and also machine washable and very durable! Great for those last minute gifts

This pattern is written using American terms.

Skill level: Easy

To crochet this pattern you will need to know how to:
- Read a pattern
- Make basic crochet stitches
- Crochet in the round

The materials to complete this project are:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn
- Crochet hook US-J

Crochet Pattern: Textured Washcloths

2012-08-03T12:17:00.002-07:00

Hello, I present my new pattern: Textured Washcloths

Go green by making this Eco friendly set of dishcloths / washcloths for your home.

You can use them throughout your house, from the kitchen to the bathroom; for washing dishes, wiping up spills, or as washcloths when you take a bath.

They are soft, super absorbent, reusable and machine washable! Plus they will last for a long time! A handy addition to any home!

The washcloth you can create using this pattern will be approximately an 8" square.

This PDF file contains 4 written patterns; to make 4 textured crochet washcloths!

This pattern is written using American terms.

Skill level: Easy

To crochet this pattern you will need to know how to:
- Read a pattern
- Make basic crochet stitches

The materials you need to complete this project are:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn
- Crochet hook US-J

The pattern is available in Ravelry

Copyright 2012-2020 Karla Sandoval.

Crochet Pattern: 3 Simple Baskets

2012-07-16T19:14:00.001-07:00

Make the perfect baskets to keep your home clean and organized.

- You can store whatever comes to mind in these baskets.
- These are a great housewarming gift!

They are design to hold a lot of weight, and to be very sturdy, extremely durable and machine washable!

I had been using my baskets over a year ago, to organize my home; and still they look great!

Choose colors that match your home decor to make them!

Instructions to make the 3 sizes included!!
The baskets measures approximately:
Small: 5.5" deep, 11" across
Medium: 8.5" deep, 15" across
Large:11" deep, 16" across

This pattern is written using American terms.

Skill level: Easy

The materials you need to complete this project are worsted weight yarn and a crochet hook US/J-6.0 mm

To crochet this pattern you will need to know how to:
- Read a pattern
- Make basic crochet stitches
- Crochet in the round
- Increase ( make two stitches in the space of one)
- Make a magic ring

The pattern is available in Ravelry.

Crochet Pattern: The perfect market bag

2012-07-11T18:20:00.003-07:00

Hello, this is my newest pattern, The perfect market bag.

Make the perfect bag for any errand; you can use it as a beach bag, a farmer´s market bag or for those quick trips to the grocery store.

Go green and say goodbye to all those plastic bags!

It is design to be stretchy and lightweight, yet at the same time, very strong and durable.

It can have many uses and will never go out of style, and best of all, it will be machine washable!

The bag you can create using this pattern will measure approximately:
17.5" wide and 15.5" tall, laying flat. Although it can stretch to accommodate many things.

Skill level: EASY

This pattern is written using standard American terms.

The materials you need are: Worsted weight yarn and a US - J/ 6.00 mm crochet hook.

You will need to know:
-How to read a pattern
-Make basic crochet stitches
-Crochet in the round
-Increase (make two stitches in the space of one)
-How to make a magic ring.

You can get the pattern in Ravelry

Free Crochet Pattern: Business Card Holder

2012-07-02T08:53:00.002-07:00

This cozy is perfect to hold all your business cards; it will keep them from getting dirty or bend in your purse. It is one of those "less than 30 minutes projects". It is crocheted in one piece from the bottom up, in the round, and it can be embellish however you want. Be creative!

Skill level: Easy
This pattern is written in American terms.

Materials:
A small amount of worsted weight yarn
Crochet hook US-H/5.0 mm
Button and yarn needle for weaving in ends

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain
St = stitch
Sl st = slip stitch
Sc = single crochet
Hdc = half double crochet

Notes:
* The loop on your hook does not count as a stitch.
* Ch 1 at the beginning of rounds does not count as a stitch.

Now here is the pattern:
Ch 15

Round 1: sc in second chain from hook and in the next 12 chains, 3 sc in last chain.
Work opposite side of chain and sc in the next 12 sts, 2 sc in last stitch of this round. Join with a sl st. (30 sc)

Round 2: Ch 1, hdc in same stitch as ch 1, hdc in every stitch around. Join with a sl st. (30 hdc)

Round 3: Ch 1, sc in same stitch as ch 1, sc in every stitch around. (30 sc)

Rounds 4 and 6: Repeat instructions for round 2.

Rounds 5 and 7: Repeat instructions for round 3.

Optional round: If you have many cards to store, repeat round 3 one more time to keep the top edge of the cards covered.

Make the flap:
Row 8: Sl st on the next 5 sts, sc in the next 6 sts.

Row 9 and 10: Ch 1, turn, sc in same st as ch 1, sc in next 5 sts. (6 sc)

Row 11: (Buttonhole row) Ch 1, turn, sc in same st as ch 1, sc in next st, ch 2, skip 2 and sc in last 2 sts of this row. (4 sc, 2 skipped sts)

Rows 12 and 13: ch 1, sc in same st as ch 1, sc in every st across (6 sc).

Fasten off, weave in ends. Sew the button and enjoy!

Copyright 2012-2020 Karla Sandoval.

All rights reserved. No part of this pattern may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher.
You may not distribute, copy, resell or rewrite this pattern.
You may share the link to my pattern, but not the pattern itself.

Crochet Pattern: Facial Scrubbers and Makeup Removers in a basket

2012-07-01T07:52:00.002-07:00

Go green by making this Eco friendly, reusable and extremely durable set for your home or as a useful gift.

This are a great alternative to disposable ones, because they can be used over and over again!
The texture on these scrubbers makes them great for exfoliating your skin; plus are very easy and quick to make and machine washable!

Approximate measurements:
Basket is 3 1/2" tall, makeup remover is 2 1/2" across and facial scrubber is 3 3/4" across.

The materials you need are: worsted weight cotton yarn and crochet hook US-I/5.50mm.
Skill level: Easy
This pattern is written using American terms.

The pattern is available in Ravelry.

Crochet Pattern: Owl Purse

2012-06-09T11:45:00.001-07:00

This is my newest pattern: The owl purse.

This pattern would make a nice purse for the little girl in your life!
Or if you make it using cotton yarn it could make a cute lunch bag.

The finished item that you can crochet using this pattern measures approximately 11.5" wide and 10.5" tall.

The pattern is written in Standard American Terms and it is very easy to make. The materials you need are worsted weight yarn, crochet hooks in sizes US-I and US-G and small buttons for the eyes.

You can get this pattern as an instant download in Ravelry.

Crochet Pattern:Sleepy Owl Tote Bag

2012-05-24T17:15:00.001-07:00

Here is my newest pattern: The Sleepy Owl Tote Bag.

Crochet this sleepy owl for yourself or a friend. You can make it to use as a book bag, a cute diaper bag, or just like a regular every day purse to carry your things in it. The wings of the owl also work like useful pockets.
The final bag measures approximately 14" wide and 16.5" tall.

The pattern is written in Standard American Terms and it is very easy to make; all you need is worsted weight yarn and hooks in sizes US-K and US-G.

The pattern is available in Ravelry.

Free Crochet Pattern: 10 Minute Scrubber

2012-05-22T11:09:00.001-07:00

Hello, this is my newest free pattern, 10 minute scrubber.

This little scrubber can also double as a soap saver and you can make it in a very short amount of time.
It only uses a small amount of yarn, and you can use whatever you have on hand, from cotton to bamboo or acrylic.
What is perfect about them is that when they get dirty, you can just throw them in the washing machine.

Materials:
A small amount of worsted weight yarn
Stitch markers
US K/10 - 6.5 mm crochet hook.

Notes:
* This pattern is written in American terms.
* Mark the beginning of each round with a stitch marker.
* The scrubber is worked in spiral, without joining at the end of each round.

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain
Sl st = slip stitch
Sc = single crochet
Hdc = half double crochet
Sk = skip
St = stitch

Directions:
Ch 15

Round 1: sc in 2nd. chain from hook, and in next 12 chains; 2 sc in last chain.
Work opposite side of starting chain, sc in next 13 sts. Do not join. (28 sc)

Round 2 : Hdc around (28 hdc).

Rounds 3 to 9: Repeat round 2.

Round 10: Hdc in next 10 sts, skip 2, ch 2; hdc in next 13 sts, ch 20, being careful not to twist the chain, hdc in next 3 sts.

Round 11: Hdc in next 3 sts, sc in next, sl st in next.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Copyright 2012-2020 Karla Sandoval.
All rights reserved. No part of this pattern may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher.
You may not distribute, copy, resell or rewrite this pattern.
You may share the link to my pattern, but not the pattern itself.

Free Crochet Pattern: Pretty Camera Case

2012-04-24T13:04:00.001-07:00

Hi, using the moss stitch I created this camera case as a gift for my mom this next Mother´s day, and I am sharing the pattern with you, enjoy!

Skill level: Easy
This pattern is written in American terms.

Materials:
A small amount of worsted weight yarn
Crochet hook, size US H/5mm, or size needed for gauge
Yarn needle
A 1 1/8" button.

Gauge:
In sc, 7 stitches and 7 rows = 2" square.

Abbreviations:
Ch= chain
sc= single crochet
sk= skip
st= stitch

Notes:
*The loop on your hook does not count as a chain.
*Chain 2 at the beginning of a row counts as a ch-1 space.

Body:
Chain 22
Row 1: sc in 4th chain from hook, *ch 1, sk 1, sc in next chain**, repeat from * to ** until the end of row, end with a sc. (10 sc, 10 ch-1 spaces).

Row 2: Ch 2, turn, skip first stitch, sc in the ch-1 space from the previous row, * ch 1, skip next st, sc in the ch-1 space**, repeat from * to ** across, end the row with a sc. (10 sc, 10 ch-1 spaces).

Rows 3 - 21: Repeat row 2.
Place a marker at the beginning and end of row 21.

Flap:
Rows 22 - 29: Repeat row 2.

Row 30 (buttonhole row): ch 2, turn, skip the first stitch and sc in the ch-1 space from the previous row; *ch-1, sk 1, sc in the ch-1 space**, repeat from * to ** 3 times, chain 3 (for buttonhole), skip 3 stitches, * sc in the ch-1 space, ch 1, sk 1** , repeat from * to ** 4 times; end the row with a sc.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Finishing:
With right sides together, fold body in half, matching the first row with row 21, sew side seams and sew a button.

Free Crochet Pattern:Two simple flowers

2011-06-06T18:59:00.001-07:00

To crochet these flowers you will need scraps of worsted weight yarn, a 5.00 mm hook, and small buttons for the center of the flowers.

This pattern is written in American terms.

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain,
Sc = single crochet
Dc = double crochet
Sl st = slip stitch.

Pink flower:

Ch 6 and join with a slip stitch to make a circle.

Round 1: *Ch 5, sc in second chain from hook, dc in next three chains, sl st to join to the center of the circle,** (one petal made).

Repeat from * to ** four more times.

At the end of last petal, fasten off, and weave in ends.

Orange flower:

Ch 6, join with a slip stitch to make a circle.

Round 1: *ch 3, 3 dc in circle, ch 3, join to the center with a slip stitch** (one petal made).

Repeat from * to ** four more times.

At the end of last petal, fasten off, and weave in ends.

Sew the flowers to your project using a button in the center.

Copyright 2012-2020 Karla Sandoval.
All rights reserved. No part of this pattern may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher.
You may not distribute, copy, resell or rewrite this pattern.
You may share the link to my pattern, but not the pattern itself.

Crochet Moss Stitch

2011-06-02T12:29:00.000-07:00

This stitch pattern is written in American terms.

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain
Sc = single crochet
Sk = skip,

St = stitch.

Note: The loop on your hook does not count as a chain.

Make a starting chain in an even number of stitches.

Row 1: sc in the 4th chain from hook, *ch 1, skip next chain, sc in the next chain*, repeat from * to * across.

End with a sc.

Row 2: ch 2, turn, skip first st, sc in the ch-1 space from the previous row, *ch 1, skip next stitch, sc in the ch-1 space*, repeat from * to * across.

End with a sc in the last space.

Repeat row 2 until you reached desired length.

Be careful not to miss count of your stitches.

Crochet "V" stitch

2011-05-11T14:15:00.000-07:00

This stitch pattern is written in American terms.

Abbreviations:
V stitch = dc, ch 2, dc all in same stitch

Ch = chain
Dc = double crochet
Sk = skip
St = stitch

Make a starting chain in multiples of 3 stitches.

Row 1: V stitch in the 6th chain from hook ( beginning chain counts as a dc), *skip next 2 ch, V stitch in next chain,* repeat from * across to last 3 chains, sk next 2 chains and end the row with a dc, turn.

Row 2: ch 3 (counts as a dc), V stitch in each ch-2 space from the previous row across, dc in top of turning chain.

Repeat row 2 until you reached desired length.

Crochet Seed Stitch

2011-05-02T13:29:00.000-07:00

This stitch pattern is written in American terms.

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain
Sc = single crochet
Dc = double crochet.

Crocheting this stitch creates a "fluffy fabric".

Works on a chain that has a multiple of 2+1 stitches.

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, *dc in next ch, sc in next ch*, repeat from * to * across, end with a dc, turn.

Row 2:ch 1, *sc on top of dc, dc on top of sc*, repeat instructions from * to * across, end with a dc, turn.

Repeat row 2 until you reach desired length.

Free Pattern: Crochet Net Soap Saver and Body Scrubber

2011-04-19T21:39:00.001-07:00

This is a pattern for a soap saver that doubles as a body scrubber, is written in American terms.

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain
Sc = single crochet
Dc = double crochet
Sl st = slip stitch
St = stitch.

Materials: Small amount of worsted weight yarn, US size H/5mm Crochet Hook.

Pattern notes: The soap saver is worked in rounds, without turning. Mark the beginning of each round with a stitch marker.

Ch 11

Round 1: sc in 2nd chain from hook, sc in the next 8 chains, 3 sc in last chain.

Work on opposite side of starting chain, sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in last st, join with a slip stitch. (22 sc)

Round 2: ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in every stitch around, join with a sl st in top of the beginning ch 3 of this round. (22 dc)

Round 3: ch 4, skip 1, dc in next st, *ch1, skip 1, dc in next st**, repeat the directions between * and ** 9 times, ch 1, join with a slip stitch in third chain of the stitch that counts as first dc at the beginning of this round. (11 dc and 11 skipped sts)

Rounds 4 - 7: Repeat round 3.

Round 8: ch 3 ( counts as a dc), dc in every stitch around, join with a slip stitch in the 3rd ch of this round. (22dc)

Round 9: to make the handle, ch1, sc in first 3 sts, ch 20, skip 5 stitches, sc in next 6 sts, and again, ch 20, skip 5 stitches, sc in next 3 sts, join with a slip stitch.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Tie: Ch 70, Thread the chain through round 9 of soap saver, tie in a bow.

Enjoy!

Free Crochet Pattern: Coffee Cup Applique

2011-04-18T20:43:00.001-07:00

This applique can be used to decorate many items, or for the fridge, just glue a magnet on the back.

This pattern is written in American terms.

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn in colors: Light Blue, Brown and Soft White.

4 mm. Crochet Hook

Scraps of felt, needle and thread.

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain
St = stitch
Sc = single crochet
Sc2 tog = single crochet two together (a decrease)
Hdc = half double crochet
Dc = double crochet
Sl st = slip stitch

Cup:

With Light Blue, ch 7.

Row 1: sc in second chain from hook, and in each chain across, turn. (6sc)

Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in first stitch, sc in next 4 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch, turn. (8 sc)

Row 3: ch 1, 2 sc in first stitch, sc in next 6 stitches, 2 sc in last stitch, turn (10 sc)

Row 4: ch 1, sc in every stitch, turn. (10 sc)

Row 5: Repeat row 4. (10 sc)

Row 6: ch1, sc2tog, sc in next 6 stitches, sc2tog. (8sc)

Don't cut yarn.

Handle: ch 10 and slip stitch into the side of second row of cup.

Fasten off.

Coffee:

Join brown yarn with a slip stitch at the top of the cup, and ch 1, sc in next stitch, hdc in next 4 sts, sc in next st, slip stitch in last st. Fasten off.

Whipped Cream:

Join soft white yarn with a slip stitch at top of the third st of coffee, ch1, sc in same st, 3dc in next stitch, skip next st, sc in next stitch. Fasten off.

Weave in ends.

Cut a little heart out of felt and sew it to the cup, or you can leave it as it is.