Beginner Treasure Bags

Tomorrow is the very first meeting of a crochet group I started locally called Hooked on Crochet.  A lot of people that plan to attend are absolute beginners and I needed a pattern that I felt anyone could do on their first day of crochet.

My daughter reminded me of the treasure bags I used to make for her and her friends growing up and I think she picked the right project!

 Beginner Treasure Bag

Materials:
small amt of yarn in color choice
Hook necessary for yarn
yarn needle to weave in ends

Abbreviations:
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sk: skip
sc: single crochet
f.o. : finish off


Notes: worked in the round without connecting.  Be sure to use a scrap piece of yarn or stitch markers to keep track of your rounds.  If you want a longer bag: continue working sc rounds until desired length obtained :)


Directions:

1: ch 2, in 2nd ch from hook sc6 (6)
2: 2sc (12)
3: 2sc, sc (18)
4: 2sc, sc2 (24)
5-12: sc (24)
13: sc, ch1, sk 1 st around, join with a sl st to top of first sc. f.o. weave in ends.

Ties:

ch approx 50 (8-10") f.o. weave chain in and out of ch spaces on treasure bag and enjoy!


If you want to share any of your projects from my patterns I would love to see them!  If you want to brag to everyone please post on my Facebook page!


**This is an original pattern by Anna Wilson, please do not duplicate or distribute in any form.  Anything you make from this pattern is yours to do with as you like :)  Please refer any friends to my blog for this and other free patterns :)




                                *******UPDATE*******

Jasmine and Debby proudly showing off their Beginner Treasure Bags!

First day of crochet success!!

Mice, Meece, Mouse : Mice for my Kittles crochet pattern

I love my kittles... like, a lot.  They bring me so much happiness <3  Yes, I actually call my cats Kittles and they know I'm talking to them.

My cats have loved playing with these mice since they were kittens so I figured sharing is caring!

This pattern is something I have been whipping up for years and I finally decided to write it down :)

For your kittle's enjoyment I happily present:

Mice for my Kittles

These mice were made by changing colors throughout

Materials

E hook ( whatever you need to keep the stuffing inside ;)

ww yarn in main color (mc) and contrasting color (cc)I used Red Heart Super Saver & With Love acrylic yarns

fiberfill 

yarn needle to weave in ends

I don't add catnip to the stuffing, but my cats do enjoy catnip so I squish up some catnip and rub on the outside of their mice ;) you can add or not :)

Abbreviations

MR : magic ring

ch: chain

sl st: slip stitch

sc: single crochet

sc2tog: single crochet 2 together (decrease)

dc: double crochet

tr: treble crochet

FLO: front loop only (loop closest to you)

BLO: back loop only (loop furthest from you)

f.o.: finish off

Notes:

All terms American. If pattern reads, " 2sc, sc2, sc2tog" it is implied this is repeated unless noted otherwise and read as, " 2 single crochet in next stitch, single crochet in the next 2 stitches, single crochet 2 stitches together over the next two stitches" (creating a decrease).  The mice are worked in the round without joining amigurumi style. Read pattern before beginning work.  Be sure to mark your rounds; I use a scrap piece of yarn. 

You may do whatever you wish with your finished mice: sell them, give them to your cats, make them as toys for children, train them to play rock and roll and tour the country, whatever you like, but I ask that you do not distribute my pattern in any form.  If you want to share my pattern or give credit for pattern (always appreciated but never required) please refer your friends to my blog :)  If you have any questions at all please contact me via email and I will gladly help you!

Directions

beginning at tail with mc

1; mr, sc, ch16, sl st in 2nd chain hook and down remaining ch sts, sc5 in ring (6)

2: *Be mindful of the tail, you need to keep it outside!  2sc (12)

3: 2sc, sc (18)

4: 2sc, sc2 (24)

5-10: sc (24)

11: sc2, sc2tog (18)

12: sc (18)

13: sc, drop mc, FLO: attach cc in next st, ch2, dc, tr, dc ch 2, sl st into same stitch, sl st in next 3 sts, ch2, dc, tr, dc, ch2, sl st into same stitch f.o. cc *tip hide cc tails as you progress with mc . Pick up mc: sc4 BLO; in both loops: sc to marker (18)  Ears made!! Start stuffing!

14: sc, sc2tog (12)

15: sc (12)

16: sc, sc2tog (8)

17: sc2, sc2tog (6) f.o. finish stuffing and run yarn end in and out of stitches on end to cinch nose closed, weave in end to secure.  

Finishing:

You can add eyes or whiskers or anything you want!

You can get very creative with these mice and change colors or use variegated yarns, the only limit is your imagination!

I hope you enjoyed making some Mice for your Kittle! If you want to share any of your projects from my patterns I would love to see them!  If you want to brag to everyone please post on my Facebook page!

~Anna

Pattern testers needed!!!

I have three new patterns that need to be checked!

You get the pattern sent via email from me, you make the project of your choosing (or all three is fine too!) and you give me feedback.  Check for errors etc Do I need a photo somewhere to explain more? Is the count wrong? Anything at all :)

Available to test now:

Melody the Mermaid

Materials needed for Melody:

F hook (or hook needed to obtain a tight enough fabric that stuffing doesn't show through)
#7 steel crochet hook (for fishnet)
tapestry/yarn needle (weaving, attaching, embroidering etc)
9mm safety eyes (you can embroider)
3/16" wooden dowel to provide neck support (you can use chopsticks)
fiberfill
ww acrylic yarn in color choices for tail, skin, hair, starfish
#5 crochet thread for fishnet
a healthy imagination!

Noko the Troll

 Materials needed for Noko:

F hook (or hook needed to obtain a tight enough fabric that stuffing doesn't show through)
H hook (short pants)
K hook (vest)
1 1/4 " shank style toggle button (vest)
tapestry/yarn needle (weaving, attaching, embroidering etc)
9mm safety eyes (you can embroider)
3/16" wooden dowel to provide neck support (you can use chopsticks)
fiberfill
ww acrylic yarn in color choices for skin, short pants
#6 super bulky yarn of choice (vest)
Fun Fur in color for hair
a healthy imagination!

Garden Fae

Materials needed for Garden Fae:

E hook (wings)

F hook (or hook needed to obtain a tight enough fabric that stuffing doesn't show through)
tapestry/yarn needle (weaving, attaching, embroidering etc)
6mm safety eyes (you can embroider)
3/16" wooden dowel to provide neck support (you can use chopsticks)
fiberfill
ww acrylic yarn in color choices for skin
sport weight yarn in color choice (dress) (instructions provided for ww as well)
Fun Fur in color for hair  (or use acrylic yarn- your imagination is your only limit!)
Floral stem wire (wings, arms)
a healthy imagination!



So if you are interested in trying a Mommy Made Crochet pattern for free before anyone can purchase it... Email me!


Thank you all for stopping by!

The fat just walks away... Adipose = Fat

Whovians know what an Adipose Baby is...we all want one.  They are so darn cute!  So today  I'm giving you an opportunity to have one of your own!  Don't crochet?  Here is the listing of my ready to go Adipose Baby =)

So darn cute!

Materials:

F hook (or hook needed to obtain a tight fabric)
small amount of white ww yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver in Soft White)
Small amt of black (for mouth)
6mm safety eyes  (You can always embroider this with a bit of black yarn!)
tapestry needle (to attach limbs etc)
fiberfill


Abbreviations:

MR: magic ring
sl: slip
st: stitch
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
sc2tog: single crochet 2 together
f.o.: finish off
FLO: front loop only
BLO: back loop only

Note:
I use American terminology.  Be sure to read through the pattern before you begin.  If the pattern reads, "sc, 2sc, sc2tog" it would be read as "single crochet, 2 single crochet in next stitch, single crochet the next 2 stitches together".   I like to use "invisible decreases"- use FLO, it helps the fabric lie smoother.  Stuff your project as you progress.  Unless noted otherwise the Adipose Baby is worked in amigurumi style in the round without joining. Make sure you mark your rounds, a scrap piece of contrasting yarn works great!
 The Adipose Baby you make from my pattern is yours to do with as you please.  I ask that you please not distribute or represent my pattern as your own.  If you feel like sharing, please direct people to my blog :)  I like visitors!

Directions:

Head/Body with white

1: mr 6
2: 2sc (12)
3: sc, 2sc (18)
4: sc2, 2sc (24)
5-8: sc (24) note: I place the eyes between rows 6/7 4 sts apart from each other
9: sc11, 2sc (26)
10: sc (26)
11: sc6, 2sc, sc12, 2sc, sc6 (28)
12-16: sc (28)
17: sc5, sc2tog (24)
18: sc2, sc2tog (18)
19: sc, sc2tog (12)
20: sc2tog (6) f.o. finish stuffing and close opening; weave in tail

Arms x2:  stuff lightly and attach at a slight angle

Ch 6  sl st to form a ring, do not twist leave a long tail to attach to body

1: ch1, sc in each ch around, do not join (6)
2-3: sc (6)
4: sc5, ch3, sl st in 1st ch, sc through last stitch and stitch before ch3, be sure to keep ch 3 out (thumb created)
5: sc through both halves of round (closing opening)
6: *ch3, sl st in 1st ch, sl st in same sc, sl st next sc* x2, ch3, sl st in 1st ch, sl st in same sc, f.o. weave in end

Arm attached at an angle

Feet/Legs x2: stuff lightly

1: mr6
2: 2sc (12)
3: BLO sc (12)
4: sc, sc2tog (9)
5: *sc, sc2tog* x2, sc2 f.o. leave a long tail to attach to body

Adipose feet!

Don't forget his cute smile! (see additional pic below for alternate mouth)

I hope you enjoyed making your very own Adipose Baby!  This house is full of Doctor Who fans and the Adipose pictured has been claimed by my daughter already lol  If you want to share any of your projects from my patterns I would love to see them!  If you want to brag to everyone please post on my Facebook page!

If you are interested in testing my crochet patterns before they are available to the public at no cost to you please message me!  I need people to give me feedback and help check for errors!

Bye!

Alternate Mouth =)

Garden Fae -pattern testers wanted!!

I just finished typing this pattern up and I can't wait to publish it!! But first I need a few people willing to try this crochet pattern for free to check my work! Interested? Email me if you are willing to take this challenge!

****UPDATE****

Garden Fae pattern and a couple cute wee folk are available in my Etsy shop!

Noko the Troll

I am looking for some awesome hookers to help me test my Noko the Troll pattern!

I need a proofread and any feedback you have! You will get the pattern for free just for helping me out! Message me for more info! I will be typing up the pattern over the next couple days :-) I need feedback within 2 weeks!!

****UPDATE****

Noko the Troll and Noko the Troll Pattern are available in my Etsy shop!

Awesome giveaway!

My husband and I love nature and the outdoors and we love photography!  To help gain some fans on his Facebook page he is giving away a free 8x10 photo of the winners choice!

Visit Adam Wilson Photography on Facebook and follow the directions in the pinned post or on a computer click on the giveaway tab and follow the directions to enter the raffle!

Me and my youngest daughter Emilie at Oscar Scherer, even we are "shot" by my husband lol

Gopher Tortoise at Oscar Scherer State Park

"Shining Justice"

Desoto County Courthouse

Arcadia, Florida

Old Peace River Bridge

Morgan Park

Arcadia, FL

The Canopied Bridge

Morgan Park

Arcadia, Florida

Pipe Dream

Old Peace River Bridge

Arcadia, Florida

 

 

Just a few of his pics. Be sure to tell him I sent you, earn me some brownie points!