tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19976810710266149562024-03-05T03:47:08.032-07:00{walker whimsy}Saving the world with the power of awesome.Caitlin Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856871225049221128noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997681071026614956.post-63264194862244300782015-09-17T21:56:00.001-06:002024-02-15T09:36:10.228-07:00Crazy Easy Kid Legwarmers {crochet pattern}<span style="font-family: inherit;">Hullo peeps,</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It's getting cold around here, which is FANTASTIC for a 36.5 weeks pregnant lady who breaks into a sweat just thinking about strenuous physical activity ... like walking to the bathroom ... or getting out of bed ... or sitting down on the floor and having to get back up again ... but not so fantastic for my three year old who refuses to wear pants most of the time. Luckily, she is completely obsessed with all things ballerina these days, including legwarmers, so I made some for her. The pattern I came up with is insanely basic (pretty much all my brain can handle right now), but they fit great and are a perfect canvas for embellishment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I used Red Heart With Love yarn and an I hook. These are a size small. To make a medium or large use the numbers in parentheses.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">ch - chain</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">st - stitch</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">sc - single crochet</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">hdc - half double crochet</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">BLO - back loops only</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We'll start with the ribbing along the top.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">ROUND 1: Ch 6, turn. Skip 1 ch, sc in next 5 st in BLO.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">ROUND 2: Continuing in BLO, *ch 1, turn, sc in next 5 st*.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">ROUND 3-24 (medium: 26) (large: 28): Repeat from * to * around.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For the main part of the legwarmer:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Join yarn to the edge of the ribbed piece you just finished. Sc around edge 24 (m: 26) (l: 28) times. Join to first sc.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Working in the round now, hdc in each sc around. Continue working in the round until piece reaches desired length (I did 25 rows - increase as needed for medium/large sizes).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Work 5 rounds of one sc in each st.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Finish off, weave in ends, and embellish however you wish!</span><br />
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Happy almost Thanksgiving! The <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/09/crazy-easy-kid-slippers-potm.html" target="_blank">Crazy Easy Kids Slippers</a> pattern has gotten lots and lots of traffic lately, so I'm sharing an embellishment idea.<br />
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I made some slippers with pale pink yarn, added scalloped edging around the top and then threaded them with pink satin ribbon. G started dancing and twirling around the house the minute I gave them to her. She loves them almost as much as she loves ballerinas.<br />
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And ... crazy easy.<br />
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They would make great Christmas gifts. :)<br />
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<br />Caitlin Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856871225049221128noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997681071026614956.post-26964791703435324002014-11-12T21:47:00.001-07:002014-11-26T09:17:47.079-07:00Color Block Arm WarmersMiracle of miracles, I've got a crochet pattern to share! It's been a long, long time, but I'm baaaaack in black, baby.<br />
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Or rather, color block.<br />
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Immediately after I took these pictures my camera went on the fritz. I would be curled up in a fetal position sobbing about this turn of events, but then G will probably find a Sharpie and color all over the floor like she did last time. So instead I'm stuffing my broken camera angst deep down inside with a whole bunch of other things I refuse to think about. That way when someone says something even the least bit offhand I can POP like one of those confetti party popper thingies and shower them with displaced anger/rage. Yay!<br />
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I used Red Heart yarn for these. I recently learned<i> </i>some people don't like Red Heart, but it crochets up nicely, there's a wide range of colors available, it's CHEAP, and it's the only yarn sold within 20 miles of my house. Texture-wise, there are a TON of ways to make it feel all soft and squishy. Google it.<br />
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You'll also need a G hook and a yarn needle.<br />
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There's no difference between right and left, so just make two of them.<br />
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The pattern is written for an adult size small. To make a larger size, add more beginning chains and proceed as usual.<br />
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Abbreviations are as follows:<br />
ch = chain<br />
st = stitch<br />
sl st = slip stitch<br />
sc = single crochet<br />
sc3tog = single crochet three together<br />
sc2tog = single crochet two together<br />
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Ch 25, join to make a ring.<br />
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ROUND 1: Ch 1, sc in each ch around. (25)<br />
ROUND 2 - 8: Working in the round, sc in each st around. (25)<br />
ROUND 9: Ch 1, turn. Since you're working in sc, you don't skip the first st like you normally would. Sc in it and the next 21 sts. (22)<br />
ROUND 10 - 11: Repeat round 9. (22)<br />
ROUND 12: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc in each st around, 2 sc in last st. Ch 6, sl st in first sc of row to join. (24 sc + 6 ch)<br />
ROUND 13: Working in the round again, sc in each st around. (30)<br />
ROUND 14: Sc in 13 st, sc3tog, sc in remaining st to end. (28)<br />
ROUND 15: Sc in 23 st, sc3tog, sc2tog. (25)<br />
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Join color B. (<a href="http://needlenoodles.com/home/?q=node/139" target="_blank">Here's a great tute for getting rid of that "stair-step effect"</a>.)<br />
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ROUND 16 - 25: Sc in each st around. (25)<br />
ROUND 26: 2 sc in first st of round, sc around. (26)<br />
ROUND 27: Sc in 12 st, 2 sc in 13th st, sc in each st to end. (27)<br />
ROUND 28 - 30: Sc in each st around. (27)<br />
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Join color C.<br />
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Round 31 - 34: Sc in each st around. (27)<br />
Round 35: 2 sc in first stitch and 13th st of round, 1 sc in the rest. (29)<br />
Round 36-45: Sc in each st around. (29)<br />
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Join color B. Work 18 sc around thumb hole. Join color C. Sc in each st around. Finish off.<br />
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I'm sure you could think of <i>someone</i> whose special day would be brightened by this. Maybe. Probably.<br />
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Especially if you add a few dolla dolla billz to the equation.<br />
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I used some crochet thread I had laying around (sorry for the <i>incredible</i> specificity) and a size 1 steel hook.<br />
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In magic adjustable ring, ch 3. 11 dc. Join. This is the top of your cake.<br />
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Now you're going to work in the round for the "body" of the cake.<br />
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ROUND 1: Ch 1. In BLO, sc in each stitch around.<br />
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ROUND 2: Sc in each sc around (both loops this time).<br />
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ROUND 3: In BLO, sc in each sc around.<br />
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ROUND 4: (Both loops this time) Sc in each sc around. Finish off. Weave in ends.<br />
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For the scallop "frosting", join color 2 (in this case, white) to round 1 of your previous work. Ch 1. *3 sc in next stitch, sl st in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join. Finish off. Weave in ends.<br />
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Now join color 2 to round 4 of previous work. Ch 1. *3 sc in next stitch, sl st in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join. Finish off. Weave in ends.<br />
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For the candle: Knot three pieces of crochet thread together. Braid about 1.5 inches. Tie off where you want the end of your candle to be. Color above that knot with a marker to create your "flame". Thread candle through center of cake top.<br />
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Stuff if desired.<br />
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I left mine hollow, but if you want you can make a bottom like this:<br />
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In magic adjustable ring, ch 3. 11 dc. Join. Finish off, leaving a tail for sewing.<br />
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I bought this cute handmade vintage skirt at a thrift store a year and a half ago (I know. It's tragic). I knew I wanted to turn it into an apron, but I didn't have the slightest idea how I was going to do it.<br />
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To start, I cut the skirt in half. (BTW, there was no way I was EVER going to fit into this as a skirt; vintage clothes are SO tiny.)<br />
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I also cut a sizeable chunk off either side, which ended up becoming the bodice (maybe 8 inches each?)<br />
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I was doing this wayyy too late at night, so please forgive the weird orange-y tint of these pictures.<br />
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I chopped about three inches off the bottom and hemmed all my raw edges.<br />
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Next, I cut my extra scrap into two triangul-ish (totally a word ... ) shapes and played around with them until I liked the look.<br />
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I ended up going with a halter with gathers at the top.<br />
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Next, I made my neck ties out of some of the scrap fabric from the bottom of the skirt. I placed each "tube" over the gathered portion on the bodice pieces and sewed it all together. It is wayyy easier than it sounds, I promise.<br />
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I sewed the bodice to the skirt of the apron, then added the waistband/apron ties (again made from the piece of fabric chopped off the bottom) to hide the seam.<br />
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Finally, I had the PHENOMENAL idea to add a pocket ... which I eyeballed .. .which means it's wonky. Oh well. For sewing it at 2 a.m., I'm just glad it's not inside out and backward.<br />
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Voila! Hooray for completing long overdue projects!</div>
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Caitlin Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856871225049221128noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997681071026614956.post-25104497816495708652013-12-17T08:51:00.000-07:002014-01-23T21:23:09.459-07:00Crochet Christmas Tree {POTM}Okay, okay. One last decoration before <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/12/oh-christmas-tree.html" target="_blank">I really am done</a>. For real.<br />
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Really.<br />
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Sometimes I am surprised at my own ridiculousness.<br />
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It's pretty freakin' cute, though ...<br />
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It's easy, too! You work in the round (no joining and chaining action up in here!) so you get one seamless piece. I used a G hook and Red Heart Super Saver yarn.<br />
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It is EXTREMELY helpful to use a stitch marker when working in the round. Otherwise you tend to forget your stitch count and things get ugly and you lose all faith in humanity. I don't want to be responsible for that.<br />
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Top:<br />
ROUND 1: In magic adjustable ring, ch 1. Sc 4. (Stitch marker goes in the first sc, not the ch. 4 sc)<br />
ROUND 2: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (6 sc)<br />
ROUND 3: Repeat round 2. (9 sc)<br />
ROUND 4: *2 sc, in next stitch, sc in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (12 sc)<br />
ROUND 5: Repeat round 4. (16 sc)<br />
ROUND 6: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next three stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (20 sc)<br />
ROUND 7: Sc in each stitch around. (20 sc)<br />
ROUND 8: Repeat round 7.<br />
ROUND 9: *Sc dec in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (10 sc)<br />
ROUND 10: Repeat round 9. (5 sc)<br />
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Middle:<br />
ROUND 11: 2 sc in each stitch around. (10 sc)<br />
ROUND 12: Repeat round 11. (20 sc)<br />
ROUND 13: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (30 sc)<br />
ROUND 14: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (40 sc)<br />
ROUND 15: Sc in each stitch around. (40 sc)<br />
ROUND 16: Repeat round 15. (40 sc)<br />
ROUND 17: *Sc dec in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (20 sc)<br />
ROUND 18: Repeat round 17. (10 sc)<br />
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Bottom:<br />
ROUND 19: 2 sc in each stitch around. (20 sc)<br />
ROUND 20: Repeat round 19. (40 sc)<br />
ROUND 21: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. (60 sc)<br />
ROUND 22: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (90 sc)<br />
<i>Another crocheter came up with 80 sc for the round 22 stitch count instead of 90. Anyone else? I would sooo not be surprised if I miscounted :)</i><br />
ROUND 23: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next three stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (100 sc)<br />
ROUND 24: Sc in each stitch around. (100 sc)<br />
ROUND 25: Repeat round 24. (100 sc)<br />
ROUND 26: Repeat round 24. (100 sc)<br />
ROUND 27: *Sc dec in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around. (50 sc)<br />
ROUND 28: Repeat round 27. (25 sc)<br />
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Finish off. Weave in ends. Stuff with polyfill if desired. <span style="text-align: center;">Add a little bling bling (but only if you want to).</span><br />
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Caitlin Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856871225049221128noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997681071026614956.post-76154235721622851252013-11-16T19:11:00.000-07:002013-12-31T19:23:28.498-07:00Crochet Infinity Scarf {POTM}Halloooo, peeps!<br />
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It's that time again. The weather is getting colder, the snowflakes are falling, hot cocoa sounds delicious (but when does it not?) and I am constantly reminded that I am TERRIBLE at fire starting.<br />
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Luckily we can just crochet a scarf to keep us warm, right?<br />
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If you are also a terrible lord of the flame, this pattern is for you ... or you could just like scarves. That's okay, too.<br />
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I used about two thirds of a skein of multicolored Red Heart With Love yarn (purchased at Walmart). I believe the color is Plum Jam. You may recognize it from <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/02/striped-leg-warmers-free-crochet.html" target="_blank">this pattern</a>. The rest of the skein has been staring at me from my highly disorganized craft shelves ever since. Sad.<br />
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I was feeling a little wild, so I grabbed a jumbo hook (size P). Feel free to also go crazy with your hook choice. Just remember to keep your shirt on, okay?<br />
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This scarf is REALLY easy and because of the large hook size, works up very quickly. I think they would make great presents for family and friends (you know, if you're one of those people who thinks of things like that ahead of time and consequently isn't up for 27 consecutive hours crocheting Christmas presents like a madwoman a few weeks from now ... <i>notthatIwouldknowhowthatis</i>.)<br />
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Here's the pattern!<br />
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Abbreviations are as follows:<br />
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ch = chain<br />
dc = double crochet<br />
crossed dc = crossed double crochet*<br />
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*If you are unfamiliar with this stitch, don't be skeered! It's simple. All you do is skip one stitch, double crochet in the next stitch, then go back and double crochet in the one you skipped. I went through the second stitch from back to front when I made this. Here's a poorly-lit, semi-fuzzy, extremely awkward video with lots of auto-focus noises because I forgot to set it to manual. Sorry.<br />
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If you made it through that without cringing, you deserve a gold star. A prime example of why I avoid videos in general : P<br />
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ROUND 1: Ch 14. Dc in 4th ch from hook. Dc in next 11 ch. Ch 3. Turn. (12 dc)<br />
ROUND 2: 11 dc across. Ch 3. Turn. (12 dc)<br />
ROUND 3: Repeat round 2.<br />
ROUND 4: Crossed dc five times (10 dc total). Dc in end. Ch 3. Turn. (12 dc)<br />
ROUND 5: Repeat round 4.<br />
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ROUND 7 - 9: Repeat round 2.<br />
ROUND 10 - 12: Repeat round 4.<br />
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The rest is REALLY simple. Repeat round 2 three times, then round 4 three times until you reach the desired length. I ended up with 66 rounds (11 sets of 3 = 33 rows of dcs, 11 sets of 3 = 33 rows of crossed dcs) for a total length of 72ish inches.<br />
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When you get to the length you want, finish it off.<br />
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To make it an infinity scarf, simply weave the ends together with a whip stitch (this made my infinity scarf about 36 inches long by about 4.5 inches wide). It wraps comfortably two or three times. Again, feel free to experiment with the length to get the look you want!<br />
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Weave in any ends and you're done!<br />
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Hooray for cozy necks! :-D<br />
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I can't seem to stop making slippers, peeps! I made <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/09/crazy-easy-kid-slippers-potm.html" target="_blank">these</a> and <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/09/lizzie-sandals.html" target="_blank">these</a> and then I made ...<br />
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... these!<br />
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They are a riff on the <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/09/crazy-easy-kid-slippers-potm.html" target="_blank">Crazy Easy Kid Slippers</a>, but I changed them to fit my size 6.5 feet and added a funky border. I think it ended up looking kind of art deco-ish. Me likey.<br />
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<span style="text-align: start;">They are comfy, warm and keep Cheerios from sticking to my feet! </span></div>
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I used With Love yarn from Red Heart (acrylic) so I can wash them. You can use any worsted weight you have on hand; just make sure it feels good on your toesies! This pattern is a ladies size 6-7, but I've made notes on how to adjust it to make it larger or smaller in the pattern. As always, if something doesn't make sense, please leave a comment or shoot me an email at walkerwhimsy@gmail.com!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Abbreviations are as follows:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">ch = chain</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">sl st = slip stitch</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">dc = double crochet</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">MC = main color (black)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">CC = contrast color (lavender)</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">Scallops in this pattern are made by working 6 dc into one stitch.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">G hook</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 1: With MC, in magic adjustable ring, ch 3. 11 dc. Join to beginning ch 3. (12 dc)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 2: Ch 3, dc in same stitch. Dc in next stitch. *2 dc in next stitch, dc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * around to end. Join to beginning ch 3. (18 dc)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 3: Ch 3, dc in same stitch. Dc in next two stitches. *2 dc in next stitch, dc in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around to end. Join to beginning ch 3. (24 dc)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 4: Ch 3, dc in each stitch around. Join. (24 dc)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 5 (same as round 4): Ch 3, dc in each stitch around. Join. (24 dc)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 6: Ch 3. Dc in next 14 stitches. Ch 3. Turn. (15 dc).</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 7: Dc in next 14 stitches. Ch 3. Turn (15 dc).</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">ROUND 8 - 16: Repeat round 7.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Try your slipper on to see if it fits. If not, add a few more rows (following instructions for round 7) until the edges almost touch behind your heel.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Tie off, leaving at least six inches of yarn for sewing.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Now make another one!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">When you're done, fold each slipper in half and whip stitch up the back seams.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">For the edging:</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Join CC in the top of the back seam. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">*6 dc in top of next row to form a scallop. Sl st in next row*. (I like to insert the hook just under the last dc or ch 3 of the seam for a cleaner look). Repeat from * to * along edge. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">When you get to the toe, sl st in the corner. *Skip 1 stitch, 6 dc in next. Skip 1 stitch, sl st in next*. Repeat from * to * along the edge of the toe</span></span><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"> </span><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">(I ended up with three scallops across).</span><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"> Sl st in corner edge if you didn't already.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">*6 dc in top of next row to form a scallop. Sl st in next row*. Repeat from * to * along remaining edge.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Finish with a sl st in the top of the back seam. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Tie off.</span><br />
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Join MC in top of the first scallop you made (I insert my hook right in the center of the scallop with 3 dc in either side). *Ch 2, then sl st in top of next scallop*. Repeat from * to * along edge.<br />
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When you get to the corner scallops along the toe, *ch 3 instead of two, then sl st in top of next scallop*. Repeat from * to * along toe edge and into the first scallop on the opposite side. *Ch 2, then sl st in top of next scallop*. Repeat from * to * along remaining edge, finishing with a sl st in the scallop you started with.<br />
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Finish off. Weave in all ends.<br />
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<i>If you notice any mistakes in this pattern or have any questions, please leave a comment. Thanks!</i>Caitlin Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856871225049221128noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997681071026614956.post-52578098662668335262013-09-15T17:15:00.004-06:002024-02-15T09:25:55.162-07:00Crazy Easy Kid Slippers {POTM}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So I made myself these <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/09/lizzie-sandals.html" target="_blank">Lizzie Slippers</a> ...<br />
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And immediately following a certain two year old yells, "Make me some swippers too, Mom!"<br />
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How could I resist? Problem is, I've always been a little intimidated by the idea of slippers. I have no idea why. It's irrational.<br />
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Some people would say my fear of spiders is irrational, too ... to which I say NOPEY nope nope.<br />
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I faced my fear (of slippers, not creepy crawlies) and came up with this super basic pattern. Seriously, it's so easy a caveman could do it, which is a BIG plus when a two-year-old is asking you every five minutes if they're done ...<br />
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These are a toddler size 7. You can easily make them bigger with the addition of a few rows (or smaller by taking some out!).<br />
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Yarn in the color of your choice<br />
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ROUND 1 - In magic adjustable ring, ch 3. 11 dc. Join. (12 dc)<br />
ROUND 2 - Ch 3, dc in same. *dc in next, 2 dc in next.* Repeat from * to * around to end. Join. (18 dc)<br />
ROUND 3 - Ch 3, dc in each stitch around. Join. (18 dc)<br />
ROUND 4 - Repeat round 3. (18 dc)<br />
ROUND 5 - Ch 3, dc in next 14 stitches. (15 dc)<br />
ROUND 6 - Ch 3, turn. Dc in next 14 stitches. (15 dc)<br />
ROUND 7 through 11 (or as many as needed for desired size) - Repeat round 6.<br />
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Finish off, leaving enough yarn for sewing (6-8 inches is plenty). Create heel by folding back edge in half and sewing together with a whip stitch.<br />
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Weave in ends.<br />
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Since you spent so little time making these guys, feel free to embellish to your heart's content. <span style="text-align: center;">I've got a plan for these so they're more "manly". Or toddler-y. Or something.</span><br />
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It's a half-baked plan, but it's a plan nonetheless.</div>
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<br />Caitlin Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856871225049221128noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997681071026614956.post-41167127228075921212013-09-11T22:22:00.002-06:002013-09-12T15:26:10.111-06:00Lizzie SlippersI found this adorable slipper pattern <a href="http://goodknits.com/blog/lizzie/" target="_blank">HERE</a> and whipped up two pairs in almost no time. Because, you know, that's about all the time I can spare these days (hence the void of almost-nothingness ... sorry. I figured you'd rather read nothing than disorganized and decidedly uninspired drivel.)<br />
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Please ignore the incredible whiteness of my feet. I really do go outside ...</div>
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I know, I know. It's another baby pattern. I apologize sincerely for having baby on the brain, but it's kind of hard not to at the moment ...<br />
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If you don't have/don't know any little ones or think children should simply not exist (which means, of course, you should have never been born, either, buddy), skip this, but please continue to love me. <i>I want you, I need you, oh baby, oh baby.</i><br />
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Aaaand we're back to munchkins. You see my problem?<br />
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Anyhoo, my children are string beans. They take after their dad. Consequently, they often look like they are attempting to join a gang. They've got super-cute polka dot diapers, so it doesn't bother me all that much. Since, G started walking, however, her too-long pants have been tripping her up. I figured I should remedy the problem.<br />
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Not with rubber bands like we did with T, either.<br />
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Look at me go.<br />
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Behold, a de-gansterify your baby device!<br />
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What do you mean, it's already been invented and someone called it a "belt". WHY? My name is ninety seven million times better.<br />
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Yarn in the color of your choice (this is Red Heart Super Saver in Hot Pink)<br />
A button (I found 3/4" in diameter works best)<br />
A G hook<br />
A yarn needle<br />
Someone to watch your baby for 20-30 minutes ... or duct tape. KIDDING.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">ch = chain<br />sl st = slip stitch</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">dc = double crochet</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">G's waist is 16" and it fits her just right at its smallest. Since this belt is adjustable, it will fit babies with waists up to 22 inches. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My kid might be there when she's fifteen ...</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Ze Pattern:</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ch 60. 5 dc in second ch from hook. *Skip 1 ch, sl st in next. Skip one ch, 5 dc in next.* Repeat from * to * to end.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Once you finish one side, turn your work. 5 dc into the opposite edge of the scallop you just finished (there will be a "hole" for you to work into). This forms the medallion-esque shape. Then sl st into the opposite side of the slip stitch you made. Continue to do this (5 dc in each scallop, sl st in each sl st) until you come to the end.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Now, ch 25. Sl st in fifth ch from hook. *Ch 2, sk 2 ch, sl st in next ch*. Repeat from * to * to end. (You're making buttonholes, sort of.) At the end, slip stitch to medallion. Finish off. Weave in this end only.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">With the other loose end, attach a button of your choice to the center of the first medallion. Make sure to tie VERY securely (remember, buttons can be a choking hazard!), then weave in that end. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Voila!</span></span><br />
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Since I missed June's POTM, here's your "bonus" crochet pattern for July.<br />
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I made these flower bookmarks with finger weight yarn and I lurve them.<br />
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Now if I can just keep the small humans from yanking them out of my books ...<br />
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Here's the pattern!<br />
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You'll need:<br />
Finger weight yarn in colors of your choice (I got mine from a thrift store, so I don't have any specifics. Sorry!)<br />
Size D crochet hook<br />
Yarn needle<br />
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<u>Abbreviations</u><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">ch = chain<br />sl st = slip stitch</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">sc = single crochet<br />hdc = half double crochet</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">dc = double crochet<br />tr = treble crochet</span><br />
picot = ch 3, sl st in third ch from hook<br />
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<u>Pink flower</u><br />
Ch 32, sc in second ch from hook. *ch 1, skip 1 stitch, sc in next*. Repeat from * to * to end. Ch 1. Turn<br />
In ch-1 space, *sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc*. Repeat from * to * in each ch-1 space to end. Finish off, leaving enough yarn for sewing (6-8 inches is plenty). Starting at one end, roll the crocheted piece into a flower shape. Sew with remaining yarn.<br />
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<u>Blue flower</u><br />
Ch 32, sc in second ch from hook. *ch 1, skip 1 stitch, sc in next*. Repeat from * to * to end. Ch 1. Turn. In ch-1 space, *sc, dc, picot, dc, sc*. Repeat from * to * in each ch-1 space to end. Finish off, leaving enough yarn for sewing (6-8 inches). Starting at one end, roll the crocheted piece into a flower shape. Sew with remaining yarn.<br />
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<u>Yellow flower</u><br />
Ch 32, sc in second ch from hook. *ch 1, skip 1 stitch, sc in next*. Repeat from * to * to end. Ch 1. Turn. <br />
In ch-1 space, *sl st, 2 tr, sc, 2 tr, sl st*. Repeat from * to * in each ch-1 space to end. Finish off, leaving enough yarn for sewing (6-8 inches). Starting at one end, roll the crocheted piece into a flower shape. Sew with remaining yarn.<br />
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<u>Stem</u><br />
Join yarn to bottom center of flower. Ch 40. Finish off. Weave in ends. (Or if you'd like a thicker stem, ch 1, turn and sc in each ch, then finish off and weave in ends.<br />
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<u>Leaves</u><br />
Ch 8. Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Hdc, hdc dc in next, 3 dc in next, dc hdc in next, hdc, sc. Finish off. Sew to stem with loose ends.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">***UPDATE 4/12/2015 - I've added pictures of the process. Hopefully this helps any confused crocheters out there. :)***</span></b><br />
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<i>This is the project that never ends, it just goes on and on again ...</i><br />
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Remember Lamb Chop? I have only a vague recollection of the actual show. I do, however, distinctly remember being tormented by the idea of that song going on and on and on and on and on ...<br />
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Yeah. I need therapy. I know.<br />
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Luckily for us, this particular project is FINALLY finished. T got sick, then the first prototype was all wrong, then I started over, finished a pair, and lost them, then all of us got sick AGAIN, and then I was just kind of scared the universe didn't want this to happen. But finally, FINALLY, I finished a new pair last night. I think all the kinks are worked out. Maybe.<br />
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See? Love me some baby toes.<br />
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These work up quickly (especially if the universe isn't all up in yo' biz) and are a good semi-instant gratification project. I kept these ones simple, but you can embellish them in a million ways for a custom look!<br />
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Here's my adorbs model fresh from a nap.<br />
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And one more shot (oh, those footsies!) ...<br />
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I used white Caron baby yarn and a G hook. These are approximately an infant size 2-3.<br />
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When I worked another pair with regular Red Heart Super Saver yarn, the finished project measured about an infant size 4-5, so if you need a bigger size, you can try that.<br />
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(I like to soak any wearables made with RHSS in conditioner for about an hour and then run them through the washer and dryer. It makes them soooo soft!)<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Abbreviations</u><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">ch = chain</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">sl st = slip stitch</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">sc = single crochet</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">hdc = half double crochet</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">dc = double crochet</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">tr = treble crochet</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">sc2tog = single crochet two stitches together</span></span><br />
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LEFT SANDAL<br />
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We'll make the sole of the sandal first.<br />
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Ch 12. Dc in 4th ch from hook. Dc 7. 5 dc in last ch (creating a semicircle). Working along the back of the original ch to form an oval, dc in each of the next 7 st. 5 dc in last ch and join to first ch-3.<br />
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Now we're going to shape the sole.<br />
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Ch 2. Crocheting around the oval you created, work the following (do not skip a stitch after the ch 2 or you'll have a gnarly-looking hole): hdc in one stitch, sc in next 4 stitches, hdc in next 2 stitches, dc in next, and then 2dc in each of the next 6 stitches. This is what it will look like:<br />
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Now dc in next 5 stitches, hdc in next 3 stitches, 2 hdc in next 4 stitches. Join (but don't finish off yet).<br />
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To make the heel, ch 1. Turn. 8 sc in back loops of the stitches only (this will create a little "ridge" effect around the bottom of the heel and make it stand up).<br />
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Ch 1. Turn. Sc across in each of the 8 stitches.<br />
Ch 1. Turn. Sc2tog, sc in next 4 stitches, sc2tog.<br />
Ch 1. Turn. Sc 4 across, sc2tog.<br />
Ch 1. Turn. Sc 5 across.<br />
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(Remember, ch 1's do not count as stitches here since we're working in sc.)<br />
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Now make the straps. Ch 14. Join with a sl st to the first dc of the dc5tog made in round one.<br />
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Now work your way back along the chain. Turn it. Sl st in 2 ch, sc in next 2, hdc in next 2, dc in next 2, tr (just one!), ch 5, join to the back corner of the heel piece with a slip stitch.<br />
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Finish off. Weave in ends.<br />
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*deep breath* Okay, now one more time.<br />
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RIGHT SANDAL<br />
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Ch 12. Dc in 4th ch from hook. Dc 7. 5 dc in last ch (creating a semicircle). Working along the back of the original ch to form an oval, dc in each of the next 7 st. 5 dc in last ch and join to first ch-3.<br />
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Ch 2. Without skipping a stitch for the ch 2, hdc in 3 stitches, dc in next 5 stitches, 2 dc in 6 stitches, dc in next, hdc in 2 , sc in next 4, hdc, 2 hdc in next 4 stitches. Join but do not finish off.<br />
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For the heel, ch 1. Turn. 8 sc across in back loops of the stitches only.<br />
Ch 1. Turn. Sc across in each of the 8 stitches.<br />
Ch 1. Turn. Sc2tog, sc in next 4 stitches, sc2tog.<br />
Ch 1. Turn. Sc 4 across, sc2tog.<br />
Ch 1. Turn. Sc 5 across.<br />
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Now for the straps. Ch 14. Join with a sl st to the <b>last</b> dc of the dc5tog made in round one.<br />
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Turn. Sl st in next 2 ch, sc 2, hdc 2, dc 2, tr (just one!), ch 5, sl st to back corner of heel piece.<br />
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Finish off. Weave in ends.<br />
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<i>Side note: On the right sandal, the strap will "flip" over when you attach it to the other side of the heel piece. I personally don't notice a difference between the backside and the front, but if it bothers you, you can always tie off after making the heel and join your yarn to the opposite side, then make the straps. Make sense?</i><br />
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Well ... I'm working on thinking of something. Sometimes I think my skull cavity is full of molasses.</div>
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Hayyyyy!<br />
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It's finally (FINALLY) finished!<br />
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I apologize for the, ahem, 11 day lateness of this post. I made one, hated it, and had to start over. Then the kidlets got sick and my life turned into a haze of recliner naps and medicine and snotty noses.<br />
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Everyone's back to their happy (albeit "NOT SLEEPY, MOM") selves now and life is returning to its normal chaotic pace.<br />
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Sooooo, without further ado, here ya go!<br />
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I used a G hook. If you tend to crochet tighter or looser you can use a different size hook as needed.<br />
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Color A = Caron Baby Acrylic in White<br />
Color B = Red Heart Soft in Black<br />
The orange and turquoise are Red Heart Super Saver yarns. I'm not positive of the proper color names.<br />
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I used acrylic yarn so the camera strap cover wouldn't be all hot and scratchy during the summer. Cotton would be a nice alternative if you're not a big fan of acrylics.<br />
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ch = chain<br />
sl st = slip stitch<br />
sc = single crochet<br />
dc = double crochet<br />
tc = treble crochet<br />
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<u>Some tips</u><br />
- <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44ahp_jwvAw" target="_blank">crochet over ends</a> when you change colors<br />
- weave in and tie off ends as you go so you don't have to flip the whole thing inside out later<br />
- use a stitch marker in the first sc of each round (I use a safety pin)<br />
- working "in the round" means you don't join with a slip stitch at the end of each row; you keep going in a continuous spiral<br />
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With color A, ch 20. Join with a sl st to form a ring. Ch 1. Sc in each sc. Continue in the round to fifteen rows.<br />
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Join color B. Sc in each sc in the round to fifteen rows.<br />
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Join color A. Sc in each sc in the round to fifteen rows.<br />
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Join color B. Sc in each sc in the round to <b>thirty</b> rows (this is the center of the camera strap cover).<br />
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Join color A. Sc in each sc in the round to fifteen rows.<br />
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Join color B. Sc in each sc in the round to fifteen rows.<br />
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Join color A. Sc in each sc in the round to fifteen rows.<br />
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Finish off. Weave in ends.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Work one row of sc around in the color of your choice (I did turquoise). Join second color (in my case orange) *<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Skip 1 stitch, 5 DC in next stitch. Skip 1 stitch, sl st in next stitch.* Repeat from * to * around. End with a slip stitch. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Finish off and weave in ends.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Begin with a magic adjustable ring. Ch 3, 15 dc in ring. Join. </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Ch 3, dc in same stitch. 2 dc in each dc around. Join.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Ch 1. Sc in each dc around. Join. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Make two of these circles. </span></span><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Whip stitch them around the bottom half. (I ended up joining about 20 stitches so it would be nice and snug).</span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">Begin with a magic adjustable ring. Ch 3, 18 dc in ring. Join. </span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">With second color, </span>*s<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">kip 1 stitch, 5 DC in next stitch. Skip 1 stitch, sl st in next stitch.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">* Repeat from * to * around. End with a slip stitch.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; line-height: 18px;">For the second round of petals, ch 5. Join with a sl st to the sl st you made in the last round. Repeat from * to * until you have five ch-5 spaces.</span><br />
<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">In the next ch-5 space *sc, dc, 3 tc, dc, sc*. Repeat from * to * in each ch-5 space.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Finish off. Weave in ends.</span></span><br />
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Sew flower onto lens cap holder. Sew lens cap holder onto camera strap cover.<br />
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Mother Nature bequeathed 18 inches of snow upon us Monday and Tuesday, which put a damper on anything spring-ish. These happy little flowers will have to tide me over until all this white powder disappears ...</div>
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Not THAT kind of white powder ... or that kind, either.</div>
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Behold, daffodils!</div>
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(G hook, Red Heart Super Saver yarn in yellow and uh ... yellow-er)</div>
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For the petals:</div>
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Ch 10, join with sl st to form a ring. *sc, 2 dc, ch 1, tc, ch 1, 2 dc, sc*. Repeat from * to * five more times. Sl st to first sc. Finish off. </div>
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ROUND 1: In a magic adjustable ring, ch 1 and sc 4, then join.</div>
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ROUND 2: Ch 1, sc in same, 2 sc in each sc around, join.</div>
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ROUND 3: Ch 1, sc in next stitch, *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next two stitches*. Repeat from * to * around, then join.</div>
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ROUND 4: Ch 1, sc in each sc around. Join.</div>
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ROUND 5: With color 2 (if desired), ch 1. Sl st in next stitch, picot, then skip a stitch and sl st in the next one. *Picot, skip a stitch and sl st in next*. Repeat from * to * around. Join. Finish off.</div>
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Sew pieces together. If desired, thread the ends through the flower center, tie knots in each, and trim.</div>
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Voila! If you really want to be original, soak them in tuna juice for that weird fishy smell ...</div>
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Here's hoping spring makes an appearance soon!</div>
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March's free crochet pattern of the month is this versatile drawstring bag. You can make this as big or as small as you like, make it in multiple colors, use different ribbons, add appliques, et cetera. You can stuff it with candy (EASTER!), toys, treats, craft stuff, live reptiles ...<br />
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When I say versatile, I mean it!<br />
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Cute, no?<br />
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I used a G hook, Red Heart Super Saver yarn in what I believe is Light Blue, and approximately 2.5 feet of ribbon.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">ch = chain</span><br />
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ROUND 1: Start with a <a href="http://www.crochetme.com/forums/t/28917.aspx" target="_blank">magic adjustable ring</a>. Ch 3. 15 dc. Join.<br />
ROUND 2: Ch 3, *2 dc in next stitch, dc in next stitch*. Repeat from * to * to end. Join.<br />
ROUND 3: Ch 3, *2 dc in next stitch, dc in next 2 stitches*. Repeat from * to * to end. Join.<br />
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That's the bottom of the bag. Now,<br />
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ROUND 4: (In back loops only for this round), dc in each dc around. Join<br />
ROUND 5: Ch 3. Dc in each dc around. Join.<br />
ROUND 6: Same as round 5.<br />
ROUND 7: Same as round 5.<br />
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Halfway there!<br />
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ROUND 8: Ch 1. Sc in each dc around. Join.<br />
ROUND 9: Ch 1. Sc in each sc around. Join<br />
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Now for the ribbon row (you'll thread it in afterward):<br />
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ROUND 11: Ch 3. Dc in next two stitches. *Skip 1 stitch, ch 1. Dc in next three stitches*. Repeat from * to * to end. Join.<br />
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Almost done!<br />
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ROUND 12: Ch 1. Sc in each stitch around. Join.<br />
ROUND 13: Same as round 12.<br />
ROUND 14: Same as round 12.<br />
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For the last row, I added scallops. I know, I know. But, hey! There's nary a pom pom in sight. That's gotta count for something, right?<br />
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ROUND 15 (optional scallops): Skip 1 stitch, 6 dc in next stitch, skip 1 stitch, sl st in next st. Repeat from * to * to end. Join.<br />
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Finish off and weave in ends.<br />
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Weave ribbon through round 11.<br />
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Voila!<br />
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I made over some built-in bookcases a few days ago (I'll share pictures later) and really, really, REALLY wanted to put a brain in a jar on it. Not a real brain, mind you. That would be gross ... and may require me to murder and dissect someone.<br />
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Too messy.<br />
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Instead, I crocheted one.<br />
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I'm not sure <i>why</i> exactly I wanted a tiny brain in a jar (Grover would probably say one of my other multiple personalities told me I needed it), but something did.<br />
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I made a gray one first.<br />
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And then everybody was all, "Dat look nuttin' like a brain, yo."<br />
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Except not exactly like that, because they aren't gangsters and have all their teeth.<br />
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So then I made a pink one.<br />
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I didn't really like that one either, so I asked my FB friends what color they think of when they think of brains. The responses were quite varied. Pink, gray, pinkish gray (thanks, Susie :), purple, green, oatmeal (mmmmm ... ), et cetera.<br />
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I like thegray one better. The pink one doesn't look very brainy to me; the swirls aren't right, I think. But maybe the color makes up for that.<br />
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What do you think?<br />
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Pretty <strike>useless</strike> cool, no?<br />
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<br />Caitlin Walkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09856871225049221128noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997681071026614956.post-25454878811888883372013-02-21T09:00:00.000-07:002013-03-06T13:02:53.045-07:00Striped Leg Warmers {FREE Crochet Pattern of the Month}Hello, hello!<br />
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It's a wee bit late (I'm trying to post these around the fifteenth ... ), but it's here - February's FREE Crochet Pattern of the Month, AKA POTM ... is that a weird acronym? I'm just really tired of typing, "Crochet Pattern of the Month".<br />
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So I have acronym-ed. So it shall be.<br />
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Striped leg warmers!<br />
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Can you believe my baby is SIX months old already? One minute you're wishing they would magically skip the newborn I-poop-every-three-seconds-and-puke-in-between-stage and the next you're crying because they get to start eating real food and won't sit still for a picture. *sniffle*<br />
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I have made these in two sizes - newborn (<a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/02/sock-monkey-hat-leggings-14-days-of.html" target="_blank">you can see those here</a>) and baby. If you'd like to rock this look (leg warmers are in, doncha know?), make your beginning chain large enough to fit around your calf and keep crocheting until your leg warmer is long enough to, you know, warm your legs ... unless of course your legs are already warm because you haven't shaved them in a looong time ... in that case, it's just a fashion statement (and a great way to hide all that fuzz :)<br />
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I used Red Heart Super Saver yarn in a whole bunch of colors for this project. The trim/pom pom yarn is the With Love line and I found it at Walmart. I'm not usually a big fan of the multicolored stuff, but for some reason this just seemed perfect.<br />
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It was meant to be.<br />
A match made in heaven.<br />
What peanut butter is to jelly.<br />
What milk is to cookies.<br />
What Cheetos are to my face.<br />
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Yeah, that was my version of waxing poetic. I give Yeats a run for his money ...<br />
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Now, that's quite enough blabbering. Let's get to it!<br />
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I used my trusty G hook.<br />
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A nugget of wisdom before you embark - I crocheted over my ends to make all the color changes less of a pain in the pants. If you're not familiar with this technique, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44ahp_jwvAw" target="_blank">check out this video</a>. It gives you some HUGE time saving tips!<br />
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ROUND 1: Begin with a foundation chain. For the newborn size, I started with a beginning chain of 25. For Gracie, I used 30. Since some babies are chubbier than others, I would measure your beginning chain for a perfect fit if at all possible :)<br />
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Join (watch out for twists!).<br />
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ROUND 2: Ch 1. SC in each ch around. Join.<br />
ROUND 3: Ch 1. SC in each SC around. Join.<br />
ROUND 4: Ch 1. SC in each SC around. Join. (same as round three)<br />
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ROUND 5: Change colors. DC in each stitch around. Join.<br />
ROUND 6: Ch 3. DC in each DC around. Join.<br />
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ROUND 7-8: Same as round 4-5<br />
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ROUND 9-10: Same as round 4-5<br />
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ROUND 11-12: Same as round 4-5<br />
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ROUND 13-14: Same as round 4-5<br />
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ROUND 15: Change colors. Ch 1. SC in each DC around. Join.<br />
ROUND 15: Ch 1. SC in each SC around. Join.<br />
ROUND 16: Ch 1. SC in each SC around. Join. (same as round 15)<br />
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ROUND 17 (the scallops): *Skip 1 stitch, sl st in next stitch. Skip 1 stitch, 6 DC in next stitch.* Repeat from * to * around. End with a slip stitch.<br />
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Finish off. Weave in ends.<br />
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Now make the other one!<br />
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And OF COURSE I added pom poms ... this infatuation appears to be getting worse.<br />
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If you see me at the mall with pom poms super-glued to my forehead or something, please, PLEASE perform an intervention.<br />
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I had a ton of fun making <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2013/02/baby-mobile-14-days-of-fluffy-stuff.html" target="_blank">the last one</a>, so I made another in a different style. It gave me an excuse to use these babies:<br />
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I got these pom pom makers off Amazon.com and I am just a leeeetle bit obsessed with them ...<br />
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GOSH DARN IT, THEY ARE SO CUTE!<br />
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First, I made a gazillion pom poms in different sizes with some scrap yarn.<br />
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Then I threaded them randomly onto eight lengths of white crochet thread, making knots to keep them in specific places.<br />
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I cut the middle out of a whipped cream container lid and used the remaining plastic circle for the frame.<br />
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Then I attached all the strings by poking holes in the plastic with a sharp needle and threading them through. I tied knots to keep them in place.<br />
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Knotty, knotty. Har, har, har.<br />
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The blizzard of fluffiness continues!</div>
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I made these for the niece I get to meet in a few weeks!<br />
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Also, why do other people's pregnancies fly by while yours seems to crawl along like a <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2012/11/amendment-64.html" target="_blank">drugged cat</a>? I'm not currently pregnant (cue chorus of angelic <i>'hallelujahs')</i>. I was just thinking about that from <a href="http://www.walkerwhimsy.com/2012/08/ta-dah.html" target="_blank">the last go-around</a>.<br />
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How goes it? I made this mixed media mobile/hanging art thingy over the weekend:</div>
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... and the "raindrops" are upcycled from some old earrings. </div>
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It's going to hang (VERY securely) over Gracelyn's bed. Right now she's sleeping in a playpen ( ... okay, she usually ends up in our bed because I fall asleep when nursing her at night), but she'll be moving into the nursery with her brother when we move him to a toddler bed. That's the theory, anyway.</div>
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Here's a fun idea for Valentine's day!<br />
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Whip up a few of these crochet kissy lips and you can give kisses to everyone (completely germ-free!!)!<br />
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Mail them to relatives, give them to loved ones, stick them on random objects (like your toaster), or glue them to sticks for photo props!<br />
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I used Red Heart Super Saver yarn and a G hook.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Ch 10. Working in back loops only, sl st in second ch from hook. *sc hdc together in next ch, 3 dc in next ch, hdc sc together, sl st*. Repeat from * to *. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Now we'll work along the bottom of the foundation chain to make the bottom lip. Sl st in first ch, sc, hdc, 2 dc together, 3 dc together, 2 dc together, hdc, sc, sl st. Slip stitch once more. </span></div>
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Last summer I went on a pregnancy-fueled sewing blitz. I made play pen sheets, a Boppy pillow cover, burp rags, gobs of pillows and a ton of other things. All this sewing led to a lot of scraps, so I whipped these ruffled bookmarks up with a very, very small fraction of the leftovers. I had every intention of blogging about them, but then I had a baby and ... stuff.<br />
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I found the pictures when I was switching files to my new computer and realized they are FLUFFY!!! Hooray!<br />
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Here's how to create a cute (fluffy!) ruffled bookmark:<br />
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- two fabric scraps for the base (cut to seven by two and a half inches)<br />
- one fabric scrap for the ruffle (cut to one and a half by ten inches)<br />
- embellishments of your choice (I used eyelet trim for the green gingham one and lace and buttons for the blue gingham one)<br />
- sewing notions<br />
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After gathering my materials and cutting my fabric scraps down to size, I frayed the edges of my base fabric for a semi-shabby chic look. This is totally optional; just be aware it might happen anyway depending on the type of fabric you use.<br />
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Next, I made my ruffle. If you've never made a ruffle before, all you do is sew a seam with nice big stitches and then pull on one of the threads (preferably the bobbin thread, which is the black one in the picture) to gather your fabric.<br />
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Beware, it's addictive.<br />
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Then I sewed on my layers (again with a straight seam; nothing fancy!).<br />
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For the blue gingham bookmark, I added a row of hand-sewn buttons.<br />
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Finally, I sewed the second base piece to the top piece. This hides the seams you made while sewing on the ruffles and will keep your bookmark from fraying away into nothingness.<br />
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Voila!</div>
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Now you just need a good book to put it in! :-)</div>
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<i>Please share a picture if you make one of these! I'd love to see the different fabric and embellishment combinations you use!</i></div>
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I made a little crown awhile back and was all set to share the pattern for 14DOFS. I sat down to write the post this morning and realized I forgot to write down the pattern. Womp womp.</div>
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I used that little lapse in brain function to spend today (well, 45ish minutes of today) making a new one. This time I wrote down the pattern so I could share it with you!</div>
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If you need a reason to procrastinate laundry folding, dish doing and any other unsavory activities, grab some yarn, a size G crochet hook, and let's get started!</div>
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ch = chain</div>
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sc = single crochet</div>
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dc = double crochet</div>
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ROUND 1: Begin with a foundation chain. I did 48 ch for Gracie's crown, but it ended up being too small. If at all possible, I recommend trying your foundation chain on your victim before you continue to round 2 ;)</div>
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For a baby less than 3 months of age: 48 ch</div>
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For a baby over 3 months of age: 54 ch</div>
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For a toddler/child: 60 ch</div>
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For a grown up: 72 ch</div>
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Once you have a foundation chain in the appropriate size, join to form a ring. Make sure you don't have any twisties in your chain or you're going to be sorry later!</div>
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ROUND 4: Same as round 2</div>
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For crown #1 (the gray one): With contrasting color, sl st in each stitch around. Finish off.</div>
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For crown #2 (the purple crown): Join contrasting color in each picot and picot (ch 3, sl st in third ch from hook). It's a picot in a picot, peeps! Finish off (I tied mine and cut them off super-short instead of weaving in all those extra ends).</div>
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ROUND 7 (sorta):</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small; text-align: left;">Like your sassy baby.</span></td></tr>
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Glad to see you! Today's fluffy thing is a monster pillow I made for T.</div>
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I used an old striped sheet for the main portion of the pillow and cut out felt pieces for the spots, mouth, arms, legs, teeth, hair, and Mr. Monster's irises. Then I crocheted a few more teeth and the eye whites (which reallllly look like egg whites ... if you need a crocheted fried egg for something, hit me up). I used buttons for the pupils.</div>
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I found a skein of fuzzy white yarn on sale at Walmart, so that became more hair (I looped it) and shoelaces ... or foot hair (depending on who you ask). </div>
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I laid it all out, then sewed the arms, legs, and hair into the sides of the pillow. Everything else was attached with black crochet thread and tacky glue.</div>
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If your kid is interested, it would be really fun to let them make and lay out the pieces themselves for a custom designed pillow. They might even be able to sew it depending on their age and skill level! </div>
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T isn't quite ready for a needle and thread, but he definitely likes lugging Mr. Monster around and naming all his various parts and pieces. Most recently he has decided the arms double as ears. </div>
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You never can tell with a monster :-)</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">This kinda goes without saying (isn't that an oxymoron?), but buttons can pose a choking hazard. Please use your judgment and epic deductive reasoning skills, okay? Thanks :-)</span></div>
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