Saturday, December 22, 2012

So Cute Dolly, A New Huggable Dolly Pattern

Sweet Fun and So Cute. This huggable dolly is approx. 20 inches tall from the top of her head to the bottom of her feet. Made with medium worsted weight yarn and a size G crochet hook. Pattern includes instructions for doll, attached shoes, socks, skirt, shirt and oh so fun hair.





So Cute Dolly Crochet Pattern
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Winter Nights, Makes Me Want to Make A Monkey Blanekt

It's that time of year again. Time to grab your favorite blanket, a cup of coffee, put on your old slippers, sit in your favorite chair and crochet or knit something warm and cozy.

Well, I'm on a blanket kick at my house and since some of you have been asking about the monkey pattern (no longer available directly from me because it's going to be in a Annie's Attic Leaflet with several other pattern in February, yippee),  I thought it might be nice to make a Monkey Huggy Blanket. Hope you like it.  Keep warm and speedy needles and hooks to you if you are making someone a special gift.





New Monkey Huggy Blanket Pattern
Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Monday, December 3, 2012

New Bunny Huggy Blanket Pattern

Guess what...I'm finished with a new "oh so sweet" pattern.




 Bunny Huggy Blanket
Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Things to show off

Were you wondering where I've been? I'm here and guess what...I've even gotten some things finished (and added to the house, speaking of the old trunk below). The trees are even up and decorated with time to spare. Hope you have something fun on your hooks and needles.



Okay, I didn't make it, but I found it and had to have it. I'll be filling it with vintage knitting items soon

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Ho, Ho, Ho, Cute Santa Time

Ready set, holiday time.

Cute Santa uses worsted weight yarn, a little bit of boucle yarn, a size G and a size H crochet hook and basic crochet stitches. Approximately 13 inches tall from the top of his head to the bottom of his feet, not counting his hat and pom-pom.




 Cute Santa Claus
Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

New Set for "So Cute Baby Doll"

Holidays usually mean lots of pictures so baby has to look good. New "So Cute Baby, Loving Snow Set" includes written instructions for vest, dress, snowflake applique, snowman booties, socks and Mary Jane Style Shoes. Note, the pants and shirt shown are from "So Cute Baby Play Wear" and the snowman hat is available here on the blog for free.

Happy crocheting!




So Cute Baby Loving Snow Set
Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Free Snowman Cocoon and Hat for So Cute Baby

It's getting chilly here in Illinois and it's time to pull out those winter hats and mittens. Keep baby warm (and cute) with a snowman cocoon and hat. This fun set works up quickly using the basic cocoon and teddy bear hat pattern with just a few changes here and there to turn it into snowman wear.



So Cute Baby Snowman Cocoon and Hat
crochet pattern by Teri Crews Designs

Materials:
~Worsted Weight Yarn
2 oz white, 1 oz black, small amount of green, small amount of orange (sample made with "Impeccable" Yarn from Micheal's
~size I and size G crochet hook
~tapestry needle
~fiberfill
Finished measurements: fits So Cute Baby by Teri Crews
Abbreviations and Stitches Used:
ch=chain fo=fasten off hdc=half double crochet
rnd= round sc=single crochet sl st = slip stitch
st(s)=stitch or stitches 2sctog = sc 2 stitches together dc= double crochet
yo = yarn over ( ) or [ ] = repeat enclosed, number of times indicated after
reverse sc= sc in stitch to the right of last sc, instead of to the left
Notes and Tips:
Helpful to read these before starting and maybe even again when it's time to put your softie together
~Do not join pieces that are crocheted in the round unless otherwise indicated in each individual pattern piece
~A stitch marker will come in handy when repeating rounds or another helpful way to keep track of your rounds is to, start all pieces with a long tail, pull the tail through the beginning stitch of each round.
~Important, because your cute baby is small and has lots of little pieces, please never give him or her to a small child or baby.
Cocoon
with worsted weight white yarn and I hook (note, you will be joining rounds with sl st in top of beg ch 3)
1: ch 48, being careful not to twist, join with a sl st to form a ring, ch 3, dc in each ch, join with a sl st in top of beg ch 3
2-3: ch 3, dc in each dc
4: ch 3, dc in each of the next 5, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 6, dc2tog) around (42)
5: ch 3, dc in each dc
6: ch 3, dc in each of the next 4, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 5, dc2tog) around (36)
7-12: ch 3, dc in each dc, (36)
13: ch 3, dc in each of the next 3, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 4, dc2tog) around (30)
14: ch 3, dc in each dc (30)
15: ch 3, dc in each of the next 3, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 3, dc2tog) around (24)
16-18: ch 3, dc in each dc (24)
19: ch 3, dc in next dc, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 2, dc2tog) around (18)
20: ch 3, dc in each dc, join last round with sl st. FO, leave a long tail. Weave in beginning yarn. Thread tapestry needle with ending yarn, weave through remaining stitches from round 20, pull tight to close. Leave top open.
Cocoon Edge
with white yarn and I hook
1: join yarn with sl st in any st, sc in same st, ch 3, sc in each of the next 3 sts, (ch 3, sc in each of the next 3 sts) around, join with sl st, FO, weave in ends
Cocoon Circles/Coal
with black and I hook
1: ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)
2: 2 sc in each sc (12)
3: (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next) around, join last st with sl st, (18) FO, leave long tail for sewing. Weave in beginning tail
Snowman Hat
with white worsted weight yarn and I hook
1: ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)
2: 2 sc in each sc (12)
3: (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc ) around (18)
4: (sc in each of the next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around (24)
5: (sc in each of the next 3, 2 sc in next) around (30)
6: (sc in each of the next 4, 2 sc in next) around (36)
7-14: sc in each sc, join last st with sl st, FO, weave in ends
Snowman Eyes (make 2)
with black and G hook
1: ch 2, 4 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join with sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing, weave in beginning end
Snowman Nose
with orange and G hook
1: ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch, FO, leave a long tail for sewing, weave in beginning end

Snowman Mouth
separate yarn into 2 ply, thread tapestry needle and sew mouth with tiny back stitches

Friday, November 2, 2012

Sharing Pictures of Your Finished Toys

I love it when you send me pictures of your finished toys. Every toy has his or her own unique personality and its fun to see how they turn out.

I thought it would be nice if we could all see them and talk about them. I just set up a new "Cute Crochet"
 group. We'll be able to share pictures, and chat about crocheting. Hope you join us:

http://www.flickr.com/groups/2126293@N21/discuss/72157631912314220/

Happy crocheting,
Teri


Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Getting Ready For The Holidays

Halloween tomorrow already? Time to get to work on those holiday patterns. Here are two new ones for you.




   Newest Crochet Patterns
Cute Snowman with Ornaments & Cute Gingerbread Man
Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Monday, October 22, 2012

So Cute Baby Winter Wear Set

Keep baby warm. So Cute Baby Winter Wear Set includes instructions for coat with hood, overalls, boots and bunny mittens.




So Cute Baby Winter Wear Set
Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

So Cute Baby Play Wear

Here is baby's first clothing set.

Play Wear includes instructions for pants, t-shirt with tree applique, newsboy cap, optional flower and tennis shoes.



So Cute Baby Play Wear Set
Available now through Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

So Cute Baby Ear Flap Hat, It's Free

I'm so happy so many of you are enjoying the new So Cute Baby Pattern, you've been asking...here is baby's first accessory.

A sweet striped ear flap hat, make your baby one tonight.



  Download your free PDF from Ravelry or Craftsy. Also printed here on free pattern page

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

What's In The Making This Week

So Cute Baby clothes and accessories are in the making. Sorry, the patterns are not ready to share yet, but they will be soon.

How about a little hint of what's in the making? A Winter Set (which will include a coat, overalls, boots and mittens) along with a Every Day Set (will include t-shirt, pants, tennis shoes and hat). I'll be sure to post them as soon as they are ready.

Also be sure to check the blog for some free baby accessories.



Monday, October 8, 2012

New Baby Has Arrived

I'm thrilled to announce the arrival of my newest pattern. So Cute Baby

Made with worsted weight yarn and a size G and I crochet hook, baby is 15 inches long from head to toe. Pattern includes instructions for baby with attached diaper, first shirt, booties, cocoon, hat and toy teddy bear. Also be sure to check video tutorial page for help with toes along with pictures to help finish your baby.

Freebies for baby coming soon along with new clothes and accessory patterns  











 Newest Crochet Pattern, So Cute Baby
Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy