August 15: pig

August 15: pig

Today’s toy is a crocheted pig. Pattern by Lonemer Creations. Using Premier bloom chenille yarn and a 5 mm hook, this pig turned out super squishy. Still, no stuffing shows through. I always turn it into a no sew pattern by just surface crocheting a circle for the legs. I ran out of one of…

August 14: frog

Today’s toy is a crocheted frog. Design by Karina Nunez. The pattern said long legged, but I don’t agree. I made keychains with these little ones. Planning on using chunky yarn to make larger ones. Using acrylic yarn and a 3 mm hook, these are quick to make. They do look better with safety eyes….

August 12: duck

Today’s toy is a crocheted duck. Design by Sweet Softies. This is good luck duck #5. I must love making this pattern! Using Just Chenille from the dollar tree and a 2.5 mm hook, this pattern has great shaping and works with all weights of yarn. The bill is made using DMC floss and a…

August 8: mouse

Today’s toy is a crocheted mouse. Design by Sweet Softies. This will be a keychain for my Etsy shop, http://Www.etsy.com/shop/craftingintxcrafts Using Hobby Lobby’s Yarn ID, some scrap yarn, and a 2.5 mm hook, this is an adorable pattern with the arms along the surface of the belly. I will definitely use that in one of…