Hello! I am finally getting around to getting my latest cross stitch pattern posted here. I know sloths are a super popular animal right now. My son loves them. He suggested my next pattern be a sloth so that's exactly what happened. I think it turned out super super cute! We call him Mr. Sloth.
Find the pattern below or if you would like an inexpensive large high definition PDF version with pattern notes you can go head and visit my Etsy shop HERE. I really appreciate the support :) Thank you! We are big Jazz fans here in our house. My boys love going to games and watching them on TV whenever they play. I have been considering a Jazz project for at least a year, but I wasn't sure what I wanted it to be. I went back and forth about whether I should crochet or cross stitch, but cross stitch has been in my life so much lately so it won. While we don't like to pick favorites, I kind of had to in this situation because I knew I couldn't take on the task of stitching the whole team. I decided on a "starting lineup" picking 5 of our favorites and the most likely to be popular with others. We have in order, Rudy Gobert, Donovan Mitchell, Joe Ingles, Mike Conley, and Bojan Bogdonavic. I had so much fun with this one, I put in as many details as I could with each player, so hopefully I did okay making each one look like themselves.
Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I hope you love this baby alien cross stitch pattern. If you would like to support my work, please visit my Etsy shop and check out my other patterns! Thanks so much! CLICK HERE TO GO TO MY ETSY SHOP This snowman is so easy and quick to make and put together. It can be used as a gift tag, an ornament, an appliqué, or strung together to make a cute garland. You will need: Size H (5.0mm) crochet hook Worsted weight yarn in white, black and red (or any color for scarf) Yarn needle for assembly Buttons (Optional) Stitches: SC- single crochet SS- slip stitch Body: Magic ring Round 1: 10 SC in ring, join Round 2: 2SC in each stitch around, join Round 3: 2SC in first stitch, 1 SC in next (Repeat around), join Fasten off and set aside Head: Magic ring Round 1: 10 SC in ring, join Round 2: 2SC in each stitch around, join Fasten off and set aside Scarf: ( In red, or color of choice) Chain 24 Row 1: SC in second chain from hook and in each chain across Fasten off and set aside Hat: (In black) Chain 7 Row 1: SC in second chain from hook and in each chain across. Chain 1 and turn. Row 2: SC in each stitch across. Chain 1 and turn Row 3: SS in the first stitch, SC in next 4 stitches. Chain 1 and turn Row 4-5: SC in each stitch across. Fasten off Assembly: Using a yarn needle and white yarn, attach snowman head to body, overlapping them slightly. Place scarf around the snowman and overlap each side to create a tied look. (refer to photos for help with placement) Sew scarf in place with coordinating yarn. Sew hat to top of head with coordinating yarn. Sew or glue buttons in place. To create banner: Make 5 snowmen using the instructions above. Chain 150 chains in white and using a yarn needle, string the snowman across the yarn through one of the stitches on the back of the snowman's head.
To Begin: Chain 23 Single crochet in the second chain from the hook and in each chain across. Chain 1 and turn From here on you will be crocheting into the BACK LOOPS ONLY. Continue rows until you have about 32. You should have a nice rectangle shape. If you don't, add more rows until it's less of a square and more of a rectangle. See photo below. Fold your rectangle into a tube and either slip stitch the edges together or use a yarn needle to whip stitch. You should have something looking a little like this Now you need to close up your ends. Start with the bottom and using a yarn needle weave in and out of the top stitches. Pull tight to cinch closed.
This is where you will stuff the pumpkin. I have learned through trial and error that a better shaped pumpkin happens when it's not overstuffed. Not too much, not too little.
Once you have added stuffing, complete the previous steps of cinching up the top. Before you pull it tight you can add a little more stuffing into the top.
You will finish with an oddly shaped oval.
Cut a long length of yarn and thread your yarn needle. Starting at the top of the pumpkin, insert the needle right down the middle and pull it though to the bottom. Go around the outside of the pumpkin in between the grooves and back down through the middle of the pumpkin again. Pull tight and repeat keeping about 3 or 4 grooves in between each yarn circle around. It should start looking like the photo below. You can see some of the yarn in between the grooves and the one piece of yarn I haven't pulled tight yet. I found that making your "bump" sections different sizes makes the pumpkin look more real. No pumpkin is perfectly shaped right? When you're satisfied with how it's looking fasten off your yarn with a knot. The stem is created by following the steps below: In a magic circle chain 6 (8 or 10 for larger stem) SC in each chain around for about 4-5 rows. Use your judgement here to make the stem as long as you'd like. When you are happy with the size, slip stitch your final chain and fasten off leaving along chain for attaching to pumpkin. The curly leaf is created by following the steps below: Chain 20 (more if you'd like a long curl) 2 single crochet in each chain to the end. Fasten off leaving a long chain for attaching to pumpkin That's it! Experiment with different yarn sizes and colors! I can't wait to see what you create! A few years ago my mom and I made close to 1000 of these flowers for a craft fair. We sold tons and kept some of our favorites and now I have a collection I can't seem to give up. We had the most fun picking and choosing what buttons to put in the middle. After each flower was finished we would spend hours trying buttons in the center of each flower and deciding which one looked best. A few of the buttons are vintage from my grandmothers button collection over the years. Getting creative is the best part. Buttons, gems, and even erasers were used for the center of these flowers, and there is definitely more than one option for each flower. This pattern is considered a beginner/intermediate pattern. It can get a little tricky trying to figure out the layering, but once you get the hang of it, its easy and works up quickly. 1 flower can be finished in less than 30 minutes. Note: A lower weight yarn will result in a smaller flower and need a small size button. A heavier weight or chunky yarn will result in a large flower and need a large button. You will need: Yarn -Be creative. ANY yarn will work Crochet Hook (Choose your hook size based on the recommendation from the yarn) Felt Sheet Hot Glue Alligator or Hair Clip Button Check out the pattern below and have fun shopping for buttons :) Chain 6, sl st in first chain to form a circle (sc in circle, chain 3) repeat 7 times, sl st to first sc In chain 3 space: (sc, ch1, 3dc, ch1, sc) repeat 7 times, sl st to first sc, turn (sc in spoke of previous round, ch4) repeat 7 times, sl st in first sc, turn In ch4 space: (sc, ch1, 5dc, ch1, sc) repeat 7 times, sl st in first sc, turn (sc in spoke of previous round, ch5) repeat 7 times, sl st in first sc, turn In ch5 space: (sc, ch1, 7dc, ch1, sc) repeat 7 times, sl st in first sc, tie off It can be a bit confusing to understand the first time around, so I decided to make my very first crochet video! Its a little rough as I really haven't ever filmed before, but I hope it can be helpful! I used a medium weight 4 yarn and a size H (5.0mm) hook and it made a large flower. Check it out HERE Once the flower is made you will need to cut a piece of felt in a circle the same size as the back of your flower. Cut another strip about 1/2 inch wide and glue it to the back. Add an alligator clip or any type of hair clip to use it in hair or clip it on to a crochet headband. I will have a pattern for headbands up soon! So make sure to check back. Here's a photo of the back of the flower with the felt pieces finished and a clip on it. A few headbands/ear warmers with a flower attached. Let me know in the comments if you have any questions. Thanks for stopping by! Happy Crocheting!
2023 Update: This yarn has been discontinued. I don't currently have a recommendation for a substitute, but any yarn of the same weight will yield the same results without the waterproofing. This bag is made with Bernat's new Outdoor Yarn using the star stitch. When I came across this yarn I was so excited! I had so many ideas but decided on a bag because of how versatile it could be. It works as a picnic bag, a park bag, a beach bag or just a tote when you need one. The perks of using the outdoor yarn is you can literally take it anywhere without worrying about ruining it like you would with a regular yarn. It is a Joann exclusive so it is only available for purchase online or in their store. If you'd like to purchase an inexpensive ad-free version of this pattern visit my Etsy shop HERE So lets get to the instructions! You will need: 2 balls of Bernat Outdoor Yarn Size N (9mm) Crochet Hook Yarn needle (optional) 2 yards of 3/8" twisted rope (I found mine at Joann) 1/2" Fashion Grommet Kit (Also found at Joann) Chain 95 Slip Stitch to beginning chain to form a circle (careful not to twist) For a super fun trick to keep your chains from twisting check out this youtube video HERE If you aren't familiar with the star stitch or how to do it in the round I would check out this awesome tutorial HERE For a quick refresher the star stitch is done like this: First Stitch: insert hook in second ch from hook, pull up a loop, insert hook in next ch from hook, pull up a loop, repeat until there are 6 loops on your hook, yarn over, and pull through all 6 loops -this creates the "spokes" of your star. chain 1 to finish stitch which will make the center "eye" of the star. Next stitch: Insert hook in “eye” you just made, pull up a loop, insert hook in last "spoke" of previous star, pull up a loop, insert hook in the foundation chain of the "spoke", pull up a loop, insert and pull up a loop on the next 2 chains (6 loops on your hook) yarn over and pull through all 6 loops; ch 1 to finish stitch and make the “eye” of the star. Continue this to the end. On your last star do not chain 1, your chain 1 will be a slip stitch to the first star stitch. Chain 3 to begin your star stitches.
The photo above shows 1 star stitch completed. Continue star stitches until you reach your first stitch again. Instead of closing your last star stitch with a single crochet slip stitch to the first stitch. As shown in the photo below
Chain 3 and continue star stitches all the way around for round 2.
Slip stitch to the beginning. Chain 3 and repeat. Continue this pattern until you have 21 rows of star stitches. You will start to create a seam as you go, this will be the back of your bag and isn't very visible as long as you keep your final star stitch and slip stitch to the top chain fairly tight. The photo below shows the seam on my bag.
To create a finish around the top slip stitch in each stitch around.
After finishing your slip stitches across the top of your bag it is time to sew the bottom together. TURN YOUR BAG INSIDE OUT. Using a yarn needle (if you don't have a yarn needle you can slip stitch the bottom shut), cut a piece of yarn about 40 inches in length and whip stitch the bottom together.
With you bag still inside out you are now going to form the base of the bag. Fold the bottom you just stitched together so the seam is in the middle and the corners of the bag lay flat. (see photo below- the seam is directly under the tape measure) You will stitch a straight line across at 4 inches.
Complete that on the other side as well so you have 2 stitched triangles on each corner. Turn your bag right side out and make sure the triangles you just stitched lay flat in the bottom of your bag. If you'd like to stitch them down to make them stay you can do that. I left mine the way it was, they do flatten out more over time.
This picture is kind of an odd angle but this is how your bag should look at the bottom from the outside. You can see the seam running down the middle of the photo and the "pockets" of sorts sewing your triangles made. This forms a base for you bag to be able to stand flat.
The bag is almost complete! Now you will need a 1/2" grommet kit. I decided to use grommets to be able to hold the weight of whatever was in the bag. I found my grommet kit at Joann.
The great thing about the star stitch in this project is it makes its own holes. Normally you would have to crochet spaces for the grommets to go, but that isn't necessary in this case. Put the grommets in the very center of the star stitch With the seam on the back measure 4 inches from the left and right sides. I placed my grommets on the 3rd row down from the top of the bag. You do have to kind of wiggle them in, but the tight space makes it much easier to hammer them in because they stay put. Place your grommets. If you would like your grommets a little closer together go ahead and move a few spaces closer to the middle of the bag. You really can pick and choose where you'd like them to be. Follow the instructions on the kit to attach the grommets to the bag. Line up your front and back side of the bag and attach the grommets in the same place on the back side.
For the final step you will need the 3/8" rope. I also purchased mine at Joann. I had 2 yards cut and made 2 equal pieces 36" long. Thread one of the pieces from the inside of the bag to the outside of the bag through the grommet, tying a knot and leaving about 3 inches free at the bottom.
Cut the rope to about 1 and 1/2" below the knot. If you purchased rope like mine you can pull on the outside edges and unravel it. Do this on all sides to make a frayed effect.
Complete the last 2 steps with the other handle and the bag is complete!
I have been star stitch crazy lately! It’s such a fun stitch to work up. Check out my other star stitch pattern HERE
If you need to learn how to star stitch I recommend checking out Ami’s pattern for a star stitch pouch HERE Hot Pad #1
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Single Crochet in each space down the side. It doesn't have to be exact, just make sure its all even as you go down or your cloth will bunch. I try to do one stitch in each space all the way down. Some of the spaces are wider and longer than others but it works itself out as you go along.
Single crochet 2 at the end of the row (in the corner). This gives your cloth the square look.
Rotate your work again and single crochet along the bottom in each chain.
Single crochet 2 in the corner stitch and rotate your work again to single crochet along the right side of the cloth.
Don't forget your 2 single crochets in your corners and rotate to finish the final side of the cloth. Slip stitch to the beginning (where you started your border) and fasten off your work. You're done!!
Single crochet 2 at the end of the row (in the corner). This gives your cloth the square look.
Rotate your work again and single crochet along the bottom in each chain.
Single crochet 2 in the corner stitch and rotate your work again to single crochet along the right side of the cloth.
Don't forget your 2 single crochets in your corners and rotate to finish the final side of the cloth. Slip stitch to the beginning (where you started your border) and fasten off your work. You're done!!
These cloths make really great and easy gifts. I tried a few different ways of putting them together and I like both. During the holidays you can buy some festive colors and give them away as neighbor gifts!
I am about to change your life. Okay, not really, but maybe I'll get close. I am going to share with you how to make the most perfect blanket. I made one for my husband and he uses it almost every single night (when I don't steal it from him when he's not looking). It is soft, warm, heavy and most importantly, easy. I decided on a simple lined pattern because it goes with everything. What I love most about this blanket is I can drape it across the chair in our bedroom when its not being used and it looks like it belongs there. It is the perfect compliment to any decor.
So lets get right down to it.
You will need:
Start by chaining 106 (this is completely customizable, go as wide as you would like)
HDC in the BACK LOOPS ONLY in 2nd chain from the hook.
HDC in the BACK LOOPS ONLY across.
Chain 1, turn, HDC in BACK LOOPS ONLY across.
Remember to crochet the entire blanket in only the back loops. This creates that simple lined look
Continue this back and forth until your blanket is the desired length. I wanted mine to cover me from head to toe so I crocheted until I could hold it up at my head level and it touched the floor. Go as long as you like.
You will need:
- 6-7 skeins of Bernat Blanket Yarn (Find it on Amazon in the link below)
- Size N crochet hook
- Time
Start by chaining 106 (this is completely customizable, go as wide as you would like)
HDC in the BACK LOOPS ONLY in 2nd chain from the hook.
HDC in the BACK LOOPS ONLY across.
Chain 1, turn, HDC in BACK LOOPS ONLY across.
Remember to crochet the entire blanket in only the back loops. This creates that simple lined look
Continue this back and forth until your blanket is the desired length. I wanted mine to cover me from head to toe so I crocheted until I could hold it up at my head level and it touched the floor. Go as long as you like.
I also decided to add a little "tag" at the bottom to give it a special touch. I used an iron-on-transfer and a piece of off white fabric. I hand sewed the tag on the bottom of the blanket with white thread. I think its the perfect touch if you decide make this as a gift.
Good luck giving it up though, you are definitely going to want to keep it for yourself.
Good luck giving it up though, you are definitely going to want to keep it for yourself.
Happy crocheting!
-Cait
-Cait
These dishcloths are hands down, the best dish cloths ever. They are so sturdy and they clean just about everything. Throw them in the washer and use them again! Trust me, if you can crochet at all, even if you only know the basics, you can make these! They work so great for gifts!
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**I have also created a slightly larger version of this pattern. If you'd like to try that one please visit by clicking HERE
SUPPLIES:
1 skein of 100% cotton yarn (depending on the size of your ball, you can make a few cloths). Choose your favorite color!
Crochet Hook. Choose your size. I suggest anything from a size H-J. I will be using an I hook.
Stitches Used: Single Crochet, Half Double Crochet and Slip Stitch
*NOTE* The dishcloth will NOT turn out or work right if you don't use a 100% cotton yarn! Trust me on this. Buy the right yarn. You don't want to be washing your dishes with a dishcloth that sheds!
**I have also created a slightly larger version of this pattern. If you'd like to try that one please visit by clicking HERE
SUPPLIES:
1 skein of 100% cotton yarn (depending on the size of your ball, you can make a few cloths). Choose your favorite color!
Crochet Hook. Choose your size. I suggest anything from a size H-J. I will be using an I hook.
Stitches Used: Single Crochet, Half Double Crochet and Slip Stitch
*NOTE* The dishcloth will NOT turn out or work right if you don't use a 100% cotton yarn! Trust me on this. Buy the right yarn. You don't want to be washing your dishes with a dishcloth that sheds!
I used Peaches and Creme brand yarn but you can use any yarn that is 100% cotton.
So lets get started!
Start with a chain of 25.
(HDC) Half Double Crochet in the 3rd chain from the hook. Continue with HDC to the end (You should have 22 stitches across.
Chain 2 and turn your work. HDC 22 times, Chain 2 and turn your work. Continue until you have 16 rows total. (Do not fasten off!)
Chain 2 and turn your work. HDC 22 times, Chain 2 and turn your work. Continue until you have 16 rows total. (Do not fasten off!)
This is what your cloth should look like at this point. Hopefully yours looks a little straighter than mine ;)
You are now going to add a single crochet row around all 4 sides of your cloth to give it a little finish.
Start by putting one single crochet in the stitch you are on right now (refer to photo to see where my hook is at). Rotate your cloth so you can crochet down the left side.
Single Crochet in each space down the side. It doesn't have to be exact, just make sure its all even as you go down or your cloth will bunch.
Single crochet 2 at the end of the row (in the corner) I found this gives it a little more square look. If you want it extra square looking, go ahead and put 3 single crochet in each corner.
Rotate your work again and single crochet along the bottom in each chain.
Single crochet 2 in the corner stitch and rotate your work again to single crochet along the right side of the cloth.
Don't forget your 2 single crochets in your corners and rotate to finish the final side of the cloth. Slip stitch to the beginning and fasten off your work. You're done! :)
Rotate your work again and single crochet along the bottom in each chain.
Single crochet 2 in the corner stitch and rotate your work again to single crochet along the right side of the cloth.
Don't forget your 2 single crochets in your corners and rotate to finish the final side of the cloth. Slip stitch to the beginning and fasten off your work. You're done! :)
The finished product!
If you do plan on giving these as gifts, try folding a few together or even rolling and stacking 3 or 4 of them with a bow to hold them in place!
Enjoy and go wash some dishes! :)
-Cait
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