December 8: Santa

December 8: Santa

Today’s item is a crocheted Santa ornament. Design by Craftingintx. Using Bernat Blanket, Mainstays cozy chenille, Hobby Lobby Fur the moment, and a 4.5 mm hook, this was a challenge with the fur yarn. I love using bulky soft yarn, but the fur is not my idea of fun! Every time I crocheted the folded…

December 5: dinosaur

December 5: dinosaur

Today’s toy is a crocheted dinosaur. Design by Mamma made minis. Using Bernat blanket and both 6 and 8 mm hooks, this was a fun make. I enjoy the toys without stuffing, but my sister often says they look dead. The spikes are crocheted separately and individually sewn to the body. That was the only…

December 2: butterfly

December 2: butterfly

Today’s toy is a crocheted butterfly. Design by Knitting love on YouTube. Using Coats and Clark neon thread, Mainstays cozy chenille, Red Heart nylon thread, 1.5, 2.5, 4.5 mm hooks, and pony beads, I made various sizes of fidget toys and keychains. They are easy to make and a great gift for someone who needs…