1. Learn To Read a Written Crochet Pattern - Do not depend on videos or pictures. Videos and pictures are to help you. But You will miss out on a lot of wonderful patterns and techniques if you do not learn pattern reading basics. And if you do not know a stitch...Google is your Friend!
2. Remember, American terms are not the same a European terms. Check the pattern before starting, and ask the designer of the pattern, if it is not clearly stated. Abbreviations, terms and even stitches can be different.
3. Do not crochet above your skill level - If you are just beginning do try to stitch up a pattern is that is too hard. Search Beginner patterns on Ravelry or Pinterest. You will only get frustrated and want to give up. Once you have mastered a stitch or technique, you can move up to the next level.
4. Do not expect perfection - Yes we want our pieces to be perfect, but Crochet is an art, and some of the missteps or imperfections can be really beautiful!
5. Slow and Steady - Practice, practice, practice - You will need to practice, make swatches, lots of taking out and trying.
Again, Crochet is an art, an ever growing art. The more you practice the better you will become.
6. Learn To Measure as you Go-Your tape measure is one of the most important tools in your crochet bag - Learn to measure as you go, and measure everything. It will save you frustration and time.
Sprinkle Donut Pillow Crochet A Long! By Sara Sach of Posh Pooch Designs Come join the fun!
This Crochet Pattern is a really easy Pattern.
And Fun to Make, and Stitches up fast!
The pillow measures about 16 inches across, so it's a nice size. The Crochet Pattern uses basic stitches that beginners can do, as well as, the expert crocheter. And by switching out different yarn textures, colors and weights, you will get many different looks and Styles!
The Crochet A Long will begin Monday, July 24, When the supply list is given.
Step 1 and 2 will be filmed on July 26th and 27th.
and end on July 28th, With Step 3 - finishing, up and decorating. Although, if you can not wait - the whole written Pattern is here on the blog below.
The Supply List - Choosing your Yarns and gathering your supplies. There are many choices for yarn - pick what ever colors you like. You can use any Chunky (5) 1 strand or Worsted Weight (4) 2 strands You will need 2 colors - 1 for the donut and 1 for the frosting. If you are adding Sprinkles, a 3rd color will be needed.
Sprinkle Donut Pillow Crochet Pattern
By Sara Sach Please add this Pattern to Your Ravelry Favorites
OR - 2
strands of Worsted weight (4 ) 3.5 oz of 2 colors
Yarn Needle - Large Eyed
Poly Fiber Fill (6 to 8 oz.)
Stitches:
Chain (ch)
Slip Stitch (slst)
Double Crochet (dc)
Change To (chgto)
Size: About 16 inches
across
See The Video For Step 1 on my Youtube Channel at thisLINK
Step 1. Top - July 26th See The Video For Step 2 on my Youtube Channel At This LINK
Pattern Notes:
Ch3 counts as a Double Crochet
Each Round is joined with a Slip Stitch
For Yarn Option 1 - Chunk(5) project is stitched using 1 strand of yarn.
For Yarn Option 2- Project is stitched holding 2
strands of yarn together.
Donut
Top –
R: 1 – With C2,
Ch 4, 9 dc in the 2nd ch from the hook,
join with a sl st to the 1st sc to form a
circle.
Ch 3. (10dc)
R: 2 - 1 dc in same st as ch3, 2 sc in each sc
around. join, ch3(20 dc)
R: 3 - 1 dc in same st as ch3, 1 dc in the next
st, *2 dc in the next st,
1 dc in the next st*,
Repeat from *to* around, join, ch3 (30 dc)
R: 4 – Chg to C1,1 dc in same st as ch3, 1 dc in
the next 2 sts, *2 dc in the next st,
1 dc in the next 2sts*, Repeat from *to* around,
join, ch3 (42 dc)
R: 5 - 1 dc in same st as ch3, 1 dc in the next
3 sts, *2 dc in the next st,
1 dc in the next 3 sts*, Repeat from *to*
around, join, ch3 (53 dc)
R: 6 –1 dc in same st as ch3, 1 dc in the next 4
sts,
*2 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next 4 sts*,
Repeat from *to* around, join,
ch3. (66 dc)
R: 7 -,1 dc in same st as ch3, 1 dc in the next
5 sts,
*2 dc in the next st, 1 sc in the next 5 sts*,
Repeat from *to* around,
join, ch3 (77dc)
R: 8 - 1 dc in same st as ch3, 1 dc in the next
6 sts, *2 dc in the next st,
1 dc in the next 6 sts, Repeat from *to* around,
join, ch3 (89 dc)
Tie off Weave in your ends.
R: 9 – Chg to C2, 1 dc in each dc around, join,
ch 3 (89dc)
R: 10 – Repeat R: 9, tie off. (89dc)
Step 2. Bottom - July 27th See The Video For Step 3 At This LINK
Bottom of Donut – Repeat R: 1 – R: 10 only using C2
Step 3. Stuffing, Closing and Decorating - July 28th
Place The Front on top of the bottom and slst closed, leaving a small opening in stuffing.
Stuff Donut and close opening.
Thread needle with about 24 inches of yarn, using 2 strands. Cinch the center of the donut from back to front a few times. Pull in snuggly and tie s knot.
You can put a small amount of fray check, or fabric glue on the knot if desired.
Decorate - Stitch sprinkles, polka dots or stripes, add ribbons, buttons or a face.
Decorate in any way you like!
Small pillow - 10 inches Stitched with 1 strand of WW(4) and a I /5.50 MM Crochet hook. Big Pillow Stitched with 2 strands of WW (4) and n N/ 9MM Both Stitched with the same pattern.
5. Post pic to the group! PPD Puppy Love Crochet - If you are not in the group. Just ask to join. I keep it closed to keep out the spam and yuck! I will also post a pic on my facebook page, where you can load a pic. Posh Pooch Designs I am looking forward to seeing all your donut pics!
So this is what I came up with. I show you 2 Styles. A Ribbon on a pendant, as well as, the basic Ribbon.
Here is a Chart Of Some of the Awareness Ribbon colors. If you do not see the ribbon color you need, try Googling it. There are a lot more than what are on this chart.
What You Need: Polymer Clay - Your choice of 1 or more colors Rolling Pin Small Cookie cutters - I used a heart and a butterfly A Pointed tool For making holes - tooth pic will work 12 MM Round Jump Rings Parchment Paper - Line pan and work surface
Optional Supplies:
Gems E6000 Glue Tooth picks Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Polish - Clear or Glitter You will need pre-heart your oven to 275 degrees. Bake your pieces for 15 minutes.
What You need to make a Yarn Chain:
Crochet Hook - G 4.25 mm
Yarn Weight 3 or 4 - small amount
Form a Slip knot and Chain 40 or more chains.
It needs to be long enough to slip over your head.
Cut yarn, tie off. Place the ends together and tie a knot.
Place Pendant on the chain as shown in the video.
Other things to use for the necklace - ribbon, lace,
leather, string, or jute.
I really enjoyed making these and love how they turned out. This is a great project for fund raisers, craft sales and group activities.
Foundation Double Crochet and Front Post Stitches. Have figured out the New Color Pooling Technique? I received some of the New Red Heart Pooling Yarn - Called Haute Pooling. The other Pooling Colorways at This LINK These Yarns are made with even 12 inch stripes of color to make it easier to "pool" the colors of the yarn.
This Cowl works up really fast, and once you learn
the stitches, it is really easy. Easily adjusted to any size - make it as long or wide as you want!
This Cowl is made using Red Heart Super Saver Neon Stripes.
