Thankful for SeasonsSeasons, not seasonings! 😉 I just had to clarify since we're in the biggest cooking season of the year lol If you're not familiar with this event, you can find out all the details HERE in another blog post I did.  One of the things that I love about living in Northern Utah is the fact that we have 4 very distinct seasons. I know we've talked about it before and many of you are in warmer climates where it stays pretty consistent. I honestly don't have a favorite season. I love each of them for different reasons and getting to live here helps me appreciate them even more.  Spring time means beautiful flowers popping up through the snow and the thought of planting fresh peas in my garden as early as March. Everything is just waking up and fresh and it's just pretty.  Summer means that we get to enjoy sitting on the porch swing and the amazing colors of flowers, planting a garden and watching it grow, camping in the mountains and swimming in outdoor pools. Cookouts with family are a given and the good ole hometown events and parades are in full swing.  Fall is amazing when the leaves start to change color, the wheat fields are golden, corn on the cob is on a must have and county fairs are in full swing. The wildlife starts coming down to the hill sides more and we can watch them in their full beauty. How could you not love it?  Winter brings a new beauty to behold when the first snow of the season falls and all the fields are covered in white. What a sight to see! It brings with it the magic of the season and the thoughts of sitting by a nice warm fire surrounded by those you love. I'm not of fan of the cold but I love seeing my girls sledding down our little hill or building a snowman. Special $1 crochet pattern offer for 24 hours Below are the crochet patterns we chose to offer for just $1 for the next 24 hours Click on each link and use code 6Seasons to enjoy the discount expires @ 6am MST 11/18/18 **Refunds will not be given for improper use of the code. Please verify that your total for each pattern is just $1 PRIOR to completing your order**
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Thankful for Laughter
Who doesn't love to laugh? Some of us chuckle with a big jiggle of our belly. Some of us snort when we laugh more often than we want others to remember. No matter how we laugh, it's contagious. It's a rare occasion when someone is a group starts laughing and others don't automatically follow.
For day 5, I chose to share a brand new crochet pattern with you. I created a blog post to show how this design came to life. You can read about that HERE
The Peppermint Kiss Beanbag has been a fun project for my girls from the moment it was finished. It's such a great feeling to know that your kids love and appreciate your work! They use this bean bag Every Single Day. There have been many moments of laughter while kicking back in this fun little new chair. I hope that you'll make some for the little ones in your family to enjoy for a long time to come. Be sure to give each of these patterns a "Heart" on Ravelry and take advantage of the discount today! Special $1 crochet pattern offer for 24 hours
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Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/long-neck-bird-hats |
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This is the filling used for the Peppermint Kiss Beanbag.
This is the filling used for the Peppermint Kiss Beanbag.
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For years, I wanted to design a Peppermint Swirl Christmas Tree Skirt. I've seen others do smaller ideas with the red and white swirls but not to the extent that I wanted to. It had to be AWESOME and it had to be PERFECT!
At the beginning of 2017, I finally decided to give it a try and had an "Ah-Ha" moment which helped me get jumping on the plan. I thought I was SO smart! This was going to be the best thing I've ever designed. I grabbed some red and white yarn that I had on hand, pulled my crochet hook out and off I went.
At the beginning of 2017, I finally decided to give it a try and had an "Ah-Ha" moment which helped me get jumping on the plan. I thought I was SO smart! This was going to be the best thing I've ever designed. I grabbed some red and white yarn that I had on hand, pulled my crochet hook out and off I went.
This was it! It was going to happen! I worked and worked and worked. I made section after section knowing how cool this was going to turn out.
I don't remember exactly what yarn I grabbed first. I just remember that one was red, one was white and they were the same brand. Silly me, I should know better but I did NOT work a swatch of each color prior to working the sections. I learned my lesson! Not all colors in the same brand are created equally! So, in case you ever need to work something that requires matching gauge and you're using more than 1 color, learn from my mistake and do a swatch with each color to make sure they work to the same size first.
I don't remember exactly what yarn I grabbed first. I just remember that one was red, one was white and they were the same brand. Silly me, I should know better but I did NOT work a swatch of each color prior to working the sections. I learned my lesson! Not all colors in the same brand are created equally! So, in case you ever need to work something that requires matching gauge and you're using more than 1 color, learn from my mistake and do a swatch with each color to make sure they work to the same size first.
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So, now what?
Well, the written pattern instructions were where I wanted them so it was just a matter of finding a red and white yarn in the same brand to work to the same size. I ended up using Lion Brand's Pound of Love yarn and started over. |
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Thankful for Holidays
If you're new to the 10 Days of Thanksgiving Event, here's a quick recap. Each day during this event, 3 crochet designers and I will post something we're thankful for along with a pattern priced at $1 for 24 hours. Check back each day for a new code and new pattern deals!
Do you enjoy holidays? There are some that I love and some that I'm not a big fan. I really enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas because it means family time which is the most important part of my life. Halloween on the other hand, not my favorite. It's never been my favorite. I'm not big in dressing up and it's become so much more gory from when I was young. I just don't like the feeling it gives. My girls have fun dressing up but they're not big on the scary side of it either.
Valentines is another holiday that I struggled with for a long time. When you're single and see so many people caring about their significant other, it seems to make lonely even lonelier. Sure, I was happy for those who were in love and appreciated. It was just hard. As I've grown older though, I like to do something for my girls to make them feel loved. I love flowers and they're nice to receive now and then but the prices during this holiday are silly. Send me a single flower sometime during the year just because and it would mean more to me. I do however love babies! I love celebrating them and seeing beautiful photos of them which is why I created the "With All My Heart Photo Prop".
Valentines is another holiday that I struggled with for a long time. When you're single and see so many people caring about their significant other, it seems to make lonely even lonelier. Sure, I was happy for those who were in love and appreciated. It was just hard. As I've grown older though, I like to do something for my girls to make them feel loved. I love flowers and they're nice to receive now and then but the prices during this holiday are silly. Send me a single flower sometime during the year just because and it would mean more to me. I do however love babies! I love celebrating them and seeing beautiful photos of them which is why I created the "With All My Heart Photo Prop".
With All My Heart Photo Prop crochet pattern
This pattern is such a great option for photography props! You could also leave the Love Knot stitch off and use it as a blanket or rug. The crochet pattern includes instructions for the large and small hearts. Making 2 hearts and stitching them together would create a fun pillow too!
Think outside the box and have fun with this one.
Think outside the box and have fun with this one.
Special $1 Crochet Pattern offer for 24 hours
Below are the crochet patterns we chose to offer for just
$1 for the next 24 hours
Click on each link and use code 4Holiday to enjoy the discount
(code expires 11/16/18 @ 6am MST)
**Refunds will not be given for improper use of the code. Please verify that your total for each pattern is just $1 PRIOR to completing your order**
$1 for the next 24 hours
Click on each link and use code 4Holiday to enjoy the discount
(code expires 11/16/18 @ 6am MST)
**Refunds will not be given for improper use of the code. Please verify that your total for each pattern is just $1 PRIOR to completing your order**
Queen of Hearts Rectangle Pillow crochet pattern
I've just released the Queen of Hearts Rectangle Pillow crochet pattern in my shop. This is the 2nd pillow in the Queen of Hearts home decor collection.
What is included in this pattern?
The Queen of Hearts Rectangle Pillow crochet pattern includes instructions to make your own 12"x16" rectangle pillow form for those who prefer to make their own AND the pillow cover. The pillow cover is open at the top with a flap and closes with 3 (1") buttons. It includes many stitch placement photos to help if needed. It also includes a stitch chart for those who like to see a chart for the visual placement of stitches.
Crochet Pattern Details
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet Terminology: US crochet terms
Stitches/Abbreviations:
ch - chain, CL - cluster, FP - Front Post, st(s) - stitch(es), sl st - slip stitch, yo - yarn over, sc - single crochet, hdc - half double crochet, dc - double crochet, dtr - double treble crochet, RS - right side, WS - wrong side
Foundation hdc (Fhdc): If you’re unfamiliar with how to work foundation chains, this photo tutorial
may help http://craftingfriendsdesigns.blogspot.com/2014/12/hdc-ch...
You can also use a basic chain in the required # of stitches + 2, turn and hdc in each chain across
Front Post Double Treble Cluster (FPdtrCL): Yo 3x, insert hook from front to back to front of indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on hook3x, repeat from to 2 more
times, yo and pull through all 4 loops on hook
2-dc Cluster (2-dc CL): (uses one st), yo, insert hook into st indicated, yo and pull up a loop, yo and
draw through 2 loops on hook2x, yo and pull through all 3 loops on hook
Double Crochet 2 together
Beginning Standing stitches: These stitches are used to start each row in place of a turning chain.
If you are unfamiliar with working these stitches, you can find a video tutorial here: http://jessieathome.com/crochet-techniques-chainless-row-...
Note: If you prefer to use turning chains, chain the amount needed for the first stitch height and then work a regular sc, hdc or dc in the very first stitch as written. Do not use the chain as a stitch
Finished Size: 12” x 16”
Materials: 4ww yarn such as Caron Simply Soft, Red Heart Soft, Deborah Norville Everyday or similar
310 yards Taupe
695 yards White
8 Stitch Markers
3 (1 ⅛ ”) buttons
Yarn needle
Hook Size: H
Gauge: 17 sc & 19 rows = 4”
This pattern has been tested by experienced crocheters to ensure ease and accuracy
(c) 2018 Copyright by Kate Wagstaff of Crafting Friends Designs
(c) 2018 Photo Copyright by Ash & Co
It is ILLEGAL to copy, share or upload this pattern to sites for others to access. This crochet pattern is not to be used for educational purposes. You are welcome to sell the finished items you crochet using this pattern.
Please read through all instructions carefully prior to starting this project. If you need assistance while working the pattern, please email craftingfriends4you@yahoo.com for customer service
Crochet Terminology: US crochet terms
Stitches/Abbreviations:
ch - chain, CL - cluster, FP - Front Post, st(s) - stitch(es), sl st - slip stitch, yo - yarn over, sc - single crochet, hdc - half double crochet, dc - double crochet, dtr - double treble crochet, RS - right side, WS - wrong side
Foundation hdc (Fhdc): If you’re unfamiliar with how to work foundation chains, this photo tutorial
may help http://craftingfriendsdesigns.blogspot.com/2014/12/hdc-ch...
You can also use a basic chain in the required # of stitches + 2, turn and hdc in each chain across
Front Post Double Treble Cluster (FPdtrCL): Yo 3x, insert hook from front to back to front of indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on hook3x, repeat from to 2 more
times, yo and pull through all 4 loops on hook
2-dc Cluster (2-dc CL): (uses one st), yo, insert hook into st indicated, yo and pull up a loop, yo and
draw through 2 loops on hook2x, yo and pull through all 3 loops on hook
Double Crochet 2 together
Beginning Standing stitches: These stitches are used to start each row in place of a turning chain.
If you are unfamiliar with working these stitches, you can find a video tutorial here: http://jessieathome.com/crochet-techniques-chainless-row-...
Note: If you prefer to use turning chains, chain the amount needed for the first stitch height and then work a regular sc, hdc or dc in the very first stitch as written. Do not use the chain as a stitch
Finished Size: 12” x 16”
Materials: 4ww yarn such as Caron Simply Soft, Red Heart Soft, Deborah Norville Everyday or similar
310 yards Taupe
695 yards White
8 Stitch Markers
3 (1 ⅛ ”) buttons
Yarn needle
Hook Size: H
Gauge: 17 sc & 19 rows = 4”
This pattern has been tested by experienced crocheters to ensure ease and accuracy
(c) 2018 Copyright by Kate Wagstaff of Crafting Friends Designs
(c) 2018 Photo Copyright by Ash & Co
It is ILLEGAL to copy, share or upload this pattern to sites for others to access. This crochet pattern is not to be used for educational purposes. You are welcome to sell the finished items you crochet using this pattern.
Please read through all instructions carefully prior to starting this project. If you need assistance while working the pattern, please email craftingfriends4you@yahoo.com for customer service
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| You can find the Queen of Hearts Rectangle Pillow crochet pattern HERE on my website |
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Hey there! Thank you for joining my blog here at Crafting Friends Designs. Grab your hook, some yarn and get comfy as we crochet some fun, unique and beautiful projects together.
I'm Kate and crochet is my passion. I've been crocheting for 30+ years and as you can see from the selection of designs on my site, blankets are my obsession. I absolutely love creating something that will wrap my love around friends and family when they're in need of comfort.
Having 4 beautiful girls of my own has also inspired many infant, toddler and child size dresses. They are my biggest cheerleaders and have enjoyed wearing the things I've made them.
If you love what you see, please leave a comment and let me know!
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