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FREE Crochet Pattern: Christmas Tree Cozy

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Christmas Tree Cup Cozies!

Are you looking for a quick, easy project for the holiday season? The Christmas Tree Cup Cozy is a great festive holiday crochet pattern that beginners will love. This pattern is perfect for practicing basic, single crochet stitches, and can be completed quickly. You can even add some sparkle with sequins or beads, and a small star on top will complete the look.

Not only is the Christmas Tree Cup Cozy a fun and festive addition to your hot beverage container, but it also makes a great gift for family and friends during the holiday season! Whether you’re sipping hot cocoa or coffee, this cozy will add some holiday cheer to your day. With its easy-to-follow pattern and quick completion time, you can make several of these cozies in different colors to match your holiday decor or gift them to your loved ones. Try making one in pine green, gold, or silver and make a variety of gifts for your loved ones this winter.

Materials

  • 4.5mm hook
  • 25 – 30yds of yarn (Base color)
  • 2yds of yarn (Tree color)
  • Optional: 1 Festive Button
  • Optional: Sewing Needle
  • Optional: Sewing Thread

Notes:

  • We will be working in joined rounds, which means you will slip stitch and chain one at the end of each round.
  • These are US terms

Directions

  1. Chain 35
  2. Create a loop by slip stitching into the last chain from your hook, then chain 1
  3. 1 single crochet stitch in each chain around, slip stitch to the start of the round, and chain 1
  4. Repeat the last step until you have 10 total rows.
    Pause here, test the fit on your cup of choice. If it’s too small, you can go up a hook size and start again, OR start with a bigger starting chain in step 1. If you’re happy with the fit, continue to step 5.
  5. Slip stitch snugly in each stitch of the last row. This will be the bottom of the cozy. Test the fit on your cup again. If you’re happy with the fit, cut yarn and weave in the tail.
  6. Attach to the top of the cozy with a slip stitch. Then, one loose slip stitch in each stitch of the row. Test your fit. If you’re happy with the fit, cut yarn and weave in the tail.
  7. Using approx 2yds of your tree colored yarn, thread a yarn needle so that the yarn ends meet.
  8. Stitch a zig-zag pattern up the cup cozy, getting smaller as you go. Weave in the remaining yarn tail and trim any excess.
  9. Optional: Add a star, jingle bell, snowflake, etc. to top your tree. Even a heart or flower shape could work.
  10. You’re done!

How Simple Was That?

Now you have another quick, easy gift in your arsenal. And better still – it’s a great scrap buster, too! If you’ve seen any of my other freebie posts, you’ll know I’m all about using up those pesky scraps! And if you haven’t seen any of my other freebie posts, you are definitely missing out. I’ve got everything from decor, to accessories, to toy for kids. So don’t delay! Go check out all of my other freebie posts today!

FREE Crochet Pattern: Mini Pumpkins

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Autumn is almost here!

Some of you may know, or have guessed, that fall is my absolute favorite time of year! And as of the date of this post, it’s almost upon us! Just one more month until the official first day of fall, and – you guys – I’m excited. What better way to celebrate than by releasing this adorable pattern?

It works up perfectly in a wide range of colors (purple pumpkins, anyone?), with just about any yarn, and in under an hour! Plus, it’s free! What more could you want from a pattern?

The mini version of these pumpkins are great scrap busters because they use only 20 or so yards of yarn! You can even stuff them with those pesky yarn scraps that we crocheters are always trying to find a use for. Perfect!

Great Flexibility

Maybe you don’t have worsted weight yarn on hand. Maybe you’d rather try this pattern with velvet or chenille yarn. Well, thankfully that’s no problem at all! I’ll give you directions on how to make this pattern with ANY yarn, in any size, without having to spend lots of time counting stitches or rows!

How many times have you and I been working on a crochet project, counting dutifully according to pattern directions, and getting interrupted or distracted by things going on in your home until you lose count and have to start over?

And how many of you (myself included) get distracted by your own internal thought processes and lose count even in a perfectly quiet room!? That’s not going to happen here, thank goodness! So scroll on down for the details. And don’t forget to comment with your pics and show me some love!

Supplies

  • Yarn (min 20yds)
  • Stuffing
  • Hot Glue Gun & Glue
  • Cinnamon Stick
  • Ribbon/Twine
  • Hook recommended for your chosen yarn weight
  • Scissors
  • Yarn Needle

Directions

  1. Chain 16 (or more if you’d like a larger pumpkin)
  2. 15 single crochet stitches, chain 1, turn
  3. 15 single crochet stitches in BACK LOOP ONLY, chain 1, turn
  4. Repeat #3 until your work is roughly 2x longer than it is tall (See pics 1 – 3). This works with ANY yarn, any number of starting stitches, and any hook size.
    For example: if your starting chain is 6″ tall, you want to work until your project is 12″ wide. Once your project is wide enough, fasten off. Leave a yarn tail that is about 2x longer than your work is wide.
  5. Fold the work in half, lining up the short ends. Use your long yarn tail and yarn needle to sew the two pieces together. (See pics 4 & 5) Do not cut yarn tail yet!
  6. Turn the work and stitch along the longer edge, going around the entire circumference until you get back to the start. Pull the yarn to cinch the bottom shut. (See pics 6 & 7) Do not cut yarn tail yet!
  7. Flip the pumpkin so that the yarn tail is on the inside, and stuff the “bowl”.
    (See pics 8 & 9) Do not cut yarn tail yet!
  8. Repeat step 6 to close the top of the pumpkin, securing the stuffing inside. Before you fully close up, you may want to add more stuffing if needed. Once you’re satisfied with the stuffing, cinch the top closed and secure it firmly.
    (See pic 10) Do not cut yarn tail yet!
  9. Pass your yarn needle through the center of the pumpkin and out the bottom. Pull the tail tightly so that it squishes the height of the pumpkin down a bit.
  10. Fasten off, weave in/hide the remainder of the yarn tail. NOW it’s okay to cut the yarn.
  11. Tie a ribbon around your cinnamon stick piece, then use hot glue to secure it to your pumpkin. (See pic 11).

You’re done! Thank you so much for stopping by!

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Now Available: Magic Fairy Wand Pattern

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star shaped wands in many colors

New Pattern Released!

I am so excited to release this pattern for you today. The Magic Fairy Wand crochet pattern is a quick, adorable pattern that is perfect for scrap busting. It makes a great costume accessory for Halloween, pretend play, cosplaying, or even LARP!

Choose your yarn colors and decorations to personalize these wands in a million different ways. Add beads, sparkling yarn, lace — the possibilities are endless!

I love that this pattern can be worked up in a little over an hour, only takes 10 – 15yds of yarn, and just a handful of stuffing. Heck, you could even stuff these with yarn trimmings if you’re trying to reduce waste or be thrifty.

Clear, Helpful Photos

My patterns include plenty of clear, helpful, photos – especially if there’s a tricky or complicated bit of instructions that need to be followed. I make sure my photos walk you through the process as clearly and simply as possible! Sometimes I even provide multiple photos of the same step, from different angles, to make absolutely sure you are able to replicate the pattern instructions yourself. Plus, the pattern has been tested by crocheters just like you! The testers check for errors, readability, clarity of photos, and even typos, all so that I can offer you the best pattern I’m able to create.

And if That’s Not Enough…

And if the clear photos, thorough testing, and the step-by-step instructions aren’t enough — I am perfectly happy to personally help you clarify any part of the pattern that you may need! Just contact me via email, or reach out using the FB Messenger plugin on my front page!

So what are you waiting for? Visit my shop and make your purchase today!

FREE Crochet Pattern: Pizza Slice Keychain

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Pizza is a favorite food among many kids, and for good reason. The combination of gooey cheese, savory tomato sauce, and a variety of delicious toppings is hard to resist. Let your child(ren) show their love of pizza to the world with this easy Pizza Slice Keychain pattern! The crochet Pizza Slice keychain works up in under an hour, and it’s perfect for crocheters of all skill levels. Whether you’re the newest beginner, to the most advanced professional.

You can hang these cuties on your kids’ backpack (or yours!), use it to identify luggage at the airport baggage claim, gift it to a teacher or friend… the possibilities are endless. And not only that, but this project uses just a tiny bit of yarn, which makes it a great scrap buster! I hope you enjoy making this adorable little accessory as much as I do. I’d love to see your makes using this pattern! Feel free to leave a comment and share your pictures!

Materials

  • 3.5mm & 4mm Hooks
  • Yarn Needle
  • 4/Worsted Weight Yarn in tan, yellow, and red (just a few yards of each!)
  • Keyring, lobster clip, or desired clip type
  • (Optional) Red Felt
  • (Optional) Hot glue

Glossary

US Terminology

  • SC – Single Crochet
  • CH – Chain
  • DEC- Decrease
  • SLST – Slip Stitch
  • F/O – Fasten Off


Directions

Tan/Brown Yarn

Start: Ch11, leave a tail a few inches long for sewing later

  1. 10sc, ch1, turn
  2. 10sc, ch1, turn
  3. 10sc, ch1, turn
  4. Fold the piece in half longways to form the crust. Use 10sc stitches all the way across to stitch the sides together.
  5. F/o. Use your yarn tails to sew the ends of the crust closed.

Yellow yarn

  1. Attach your yellow yarn to the crust with a slst. Then 1sc in ea st across.
  2. 10sc, ch1, turn
  3. dec, 6sc, dec, ch1, turn
  4. 8sc, ch1, turn
  5. dec, 4sc, dec, ch1, turn
  6. 6sc, ch1, turn
  7. dec, 2sc, dec, ch1, turn
  8. 4sc, ch1, turn
  9. 2dec, ch1, turn
  10. 2sc, ch1, turn
  11. dec, ch1, do NOT turn
  12. Cut yarn, f/o, weave in tail.
  13. Attach to the top left corner of the cheese with a slst.
  14. Make 1slst in each row around both sides of the triangle. (See 2nd image)

Pepperoni – Make 3

Option 1: Hot glue dime-sized circles of red felt to the pizza

Option 2:
3.5mm hook, red yarn

  1. 8sc into a magic circle, slst to close
    (If you’re unfamiliar with the magic circle, you can ch2 and work all 8sc into the 2nd ch from your hook)
  2. f/o, weave in tails
  3. Hot glue or sew the pepperonis onto the pizza.

Keyring

Using a yarn needle and the same tan yarn you used for your crust, sew the keyring onto the pizza.

Make sure not to cinch up your stitches too tightly, or else your keyring won’t be able to swing or twist as it’s being used.

I like to make several open loops with my yarn passing through the keyring to make sure it’s sturdy enough while still being able to swing and twist appropriately.

And that’s it! Now you’ve got yourself an adorable pizza keychain that’s sure to please! No go forth and crochet, my friends!

FREE Crochet Pattern: Springtime Butterfly Applique

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As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, the arrival of springtime brings with it a colorful and lively phenomenon: the arrival of butterflies. These delicate creatures emerge from their cocoons and take flight, fluttering about in search of nectar and a mate. Their wings, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant hues, are a welcome sight after a long, dreary winter. As they dance among the flowers and trees, butterflies bring a sense of joy and renewal to the world around us, reminding us of the beauty and wonder of nature.

To celebrate, I’ve created this quick, easy pattern that’s not only perfect for springtime, but it’s also a great scrap buster! These butterfly appliques take just a yard or two of yarn, and can be completed in mere minutes! Add a bead or faux gemstone as a final touch, and then apply these little cuties to any project your heart desires.

Supplies:

  • 4.5mm hook (or as desired)
  • 4/Worsted weight yarn
  • Scissors
  • Yarn needle
  • Optional: Bead

Notes:

Changing your hook and/or yarn size will change the finished size of your butterfly.

Feel free to play around with different yarn weights and textures to see what you can come up with. Have fun with it!

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Stitch Glossary:

Terminology: US English

  • CH = Chain
  • DC = Double Crochet
  • SLST = Slip Stitch
  • 2 TC TOG = 2 Treble Crochet Together
  • F/O = Fasten Off

Directions:

First Wing:

  1. CH 5
  2. 1 DC into the last chain from the hook. We will be working all future stitches into this chain space. I will refer to it as the “base stitch.” You may want to mark it to make it easier to find as we go.
  3. CH 3, slst in the base stitch.

Second Wing:

  1. CH 4
  2. 2TCTOG
  3. CH 3
  4. Slst back into the base stitch. This is the end of the second wing.

Third Wing:

  1. CH 4
  2. 2TCTOG
  3. CH 3
  4. Slst into the base stitch. This is the end of the third wing.

Fourth Wing:

  1. CH4
  2. 1 DC into the base stitch
  3. CH 3
  4. slst back into the base stitch. This completes the fourth wing.
  5. F/o, leave a long tail for the center of the butterfly

Finishing the Butterfly:

Wrap the long yarn tail around the center of the butterfly to form the body. On your last wrap around, add the bead to your butterfly using the yarn needle. Knot the two yarn tails on the back of the butterfly to secure.

Finished butterflies.
Working a DC into the last CH from the hook
2TCTOG has 3 loops on the hook before it’s completed.
Finished butterfly with bead.