Crochet Chick Peep Pattern

With Easter around the corner, I thought this would be a good time to publish my crochet peep pattern. I could never find a chick peep pattern that really looked similar enough to the real peeps, so I tried coming up with my own. It was not easy to get that shape, let me tell you!
I would rate the pattern difficulty as easy/intermediate. There are a lot of increases and decreases used to alter the shape that may be difficult for beginning crocheters. 
The pattern and chart are listed below after the jump, and you can download the PDF versions as well. All abbreviations and chart symbols are in U.S. terms. 

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Crochet Kerbal Amigurumi Pattern

POST EDIT: THE PATTERN LINK FOR DOWNLOAD HAS BEEN CORRECTED! I APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE!

Finally! The Kerbal crochet pattern arrives, as promised!! I hope you enjoy it! The Kerbals really are adorable!

To download the free pattern, click here!

Kerbal Crochet Amigurumi Pattern Preview

**UPDATE** The pattern is now available!

Who doesn't love a Kerbal (assuming you're familiar with the Kerbal Space Program game)? The way they wobble, the way they smile--adorable! My husband is a KSP player and suggested that I work on crocheting a Kerbal, and being a fan of Jebediah Kerman myself, I couldn't resist.
The pattern was a bit of a challenge but well worth the work! The Kerbal pictured is a preview of the free pattern to come--I'm still writing up the pattern into something readable. Check back soon!

Flower Vine Scarf -- Free Pattern!

Crochet Flower Vine Scarf Pattern 

(Link to the free pattern PDF is available at the bottom of this post) 

A few months ago, a friend of mine posted a picture to my Facebook page and asked if I could make one that looked just like it. So eventually, after too much procrastination and a few colds, I got to work and created the pattern as I went along. Without further ado, here's the pattern, free! If you find any errors or need clarification, please let me know in the comments below or on Ravelry.
This is a fun and pretty scarf to make for spring, and it is easily customizable. Try other flower or leaf patterns to adjust the look; add more flowers if you prefer! Enjoy!

My Summer Bucket Hat

I'm super excited to finally be starting this project that I've been holding onto for months now! This will be my first time using a pattern with crochet symbols rather than words--hopefully it will go as smoothly!

This is a free pattern available on Ravelry if you are a member! Here's the link: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amicomo4-1-bucket-hat

If you crochet or knit but aren't a member, I encourage you to join! It's a wonderful place for patterns and connections with other crafters! AND, it's free to sign up!

Crochet Peeps!!!!! So Easy, So Cute!

Peep-O-Boo! These crocheted bunny "peeps" are perfect for Easter, and to top it off, these are sugar free, calorie free, and guilt free!!! They don't take long to crochet at all, and are super adorable! I made two and sent this pic to my mother, who promptly texted me back and 'ordered' them from me :) Mom will always be my biggest fan and business supporter ;) 

This pattern is available for free from Whisker's and Wool - you should go check it out and download it! 

Happy Easter 2012!!!

Amy’s Free Small Butterfly Embellishment Pattern

It's taken me longer than I thought, but I finally finished designing a small butterfly embellishment! Here is the pattern. If you find any errors or need clarification, please let me know.

Materials Needed:

• Any yarn you want to use

• Any crochet needle that works with your yarn

• Gauge & finished size will change depending on yarn used

**Fine yarn was used for the butterfly in picture, measuring approximately 2 inches by 2 inches (not including antennae)**

Wings

Ch 7, sl st back into first ch.
Row 1: Sc 11 in loop, ch 1, turn.
Row 2: Dc 5, sl st in next st, dc 5, ch 1, turn.
Row 3 : Dc 2 in each of next 2 sts, in 3rd st [dc, sl st, dc], dc 2 in next st, dc 3 in next st, sl st in sl st from row 2 (left wings completed). Dc 3 in next st, dc 2 in next st, repeat [] in 3rd st, dc 2 in next sc, dc 4 and sc 1 in last st (right wings completed). Sc 1 around post of dc from row 3, sc in ring, sc 1 around post of dc from row 3, sl st in 1st st from top left wing (finishing on top wings). Fasten off and weave in ends.

Assembly

Cut 6 inches of yarn (or less if you plan to weave in) and use hook to wrap yarn around both sides of the center loop (on the wings). Tie a knot in back, securing the loop together. Leave the strands for attachment to an object or weave in if you want them hidden.

For the body, cut 7 ½ inches of yarn and fold in half. Holding the loop end behind the middle of the top wings, fold the yarn under the lower wings and bring up along the front to the loop. Pull the strands through the loop and arrange the antennae. **Starching the antennae helps maintain the shape and durability of the yarn**

You can download the PDF pattern by clicking on the image below.

If you don't have Adobe Reader, you can download it free.

Happy Crocheting!

Vote Tote!

With GOP elections coming up on November 8th in January (whoops, my bad!), I thought this would be a fun pattern to post. It's free online from Caron yarns, and I'm hoping I'll be able to find the yarn and the time to make one as well! Behold, the "Vote Tote"! 

Pattern Link

Design Time: Poncho Pattern Phase 2.5

(This post was transferred from a previous old blog.)


I've had time on my hands lately to think more about the poncho I WILL get around designing one day (crosses fingers), and I realized that as far as the random stripe design goes, I'd rather go back to the simple two-color, same-size strips like the movie's design. Now I must choose the colors....and this time, I have to make a final decision. Suggestions, anyone?

  

Design Time: Poncho Pattern Phase 2

Princess Mia's Pink Poncho

(This post was transferred from a previous old blog.)

Earlier I posted my decision to create a pattern for a crocheted poncho based off the one featured in The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. Now that I've selected the poncho I want to crochet, I've been thinking about the colors and the stripe pattern. I want something a little more personal in color, as well as a varying stripe pattern.

I created a color palette for various colors and shades, based mostly on combinations of my favorite colors. I ended up choosing the first pair, brown and pink.

I used a Random Stripe Generator to create this stripe pattern:

This is the mark-up that I will use to start measuring and counting size and stitches:

The pattern progresses...

Design Time: Poncho from Princess Diaries 2

(This post was transferred from a previous old blog.)

When The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement came out in 2004, I recall being captivated by one of Anne Hathaway's costumes that sadly got so little screen time: her poncho. It looked so comfortable and casual that I wanted to wear it. At the time, however, I gave little thought to trying to make one. Fast forward to 2011. As I skim the seemingly endless crochet patterns for a poncho/wrap that will suit my style, I suddenly recall the one I admired 7 years ago.


After YouTube-ing several videos to capture screen shots that covered enough angles, I finally came up with a reasonable pattern idea in my head. Transforming the image into a beginning sketch took a bit of time, though, and honestly, doesn't look all that great right now. I'm hoping my sketching skills will get better as I progress with the next step: measurements.

Wish me luck--I'm heading into an area of pattern creation that I've never been before, but I'm looking forward to the challenge.