Hi Everyone! Today I’m going to show you the final result of my Airplane Crib Mobile project! Remember the cute little crocheted airplane I wrote about in one of my latest posts? Well, it is now part of a super colorful mobile that features 1 cute aviator, 2 clouds and 2 airplanes! I love how the pilot doll came out! Look at that aviator hat... and what about those tiny goggles? Also, the scarf really gives the final touch and makes the doll just perfect! The pattern for this new Airplane Crib Mobile is listed in my ETSY Shop. It is a very easy-to-follow tutorial that includes a lot of step-by-step pictures. You can play with colors and arrange the attachments in different ways to create your very own mobile! The airplane mobile is such a pretty decor for a baby’s nursery… it engages the baby’s imagination and stimulates her/his mind! Let me know what You think about it! I can't wait to see your version of this crochet airplane mobile! Feel free to tag me in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! @elisascrochet Elisa This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet.  Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it. You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to me, Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Permission is NOT granted for mass production or factory manufacturing of any kind. Thank you!

My fellow crocheters! If you have never worked with Bernat Tiny Baby Blanket Yarn you should try: it's one of the softest yarns I've ever used. This yarn is perfect to crochet a velvety and lightweight blanket for your little ones or yourself...and why not!!! A great movie night on the couch deserves a great granny square throw! When I bought this yarn I was looking for something soft to crochet the "perfect crib cuddle toy", and this just felt like "pure softness". Among the different colors available, I opted for pastel tones (Clear Sky and Tea Rose), as I thought they would be great for both girls and boys. Plus they match so lovely! Add a little bit of crocheting, imagination and....ta-daaa: here's the ultimate soft friend for your baby's night time! Soft as a cloud...check Colorful...check Super safe...check It makes a great crib toy! Let's have some fun and crochet along! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern on Etsy HERE. The formatted PDF includes the step-by-step pictures! Here is the free pattern for my Soft Owl: YARN: “Bernat Baby Blanket” Tiny (Lace 4) in White, Clear Sky, Tea Rose Worsted Medium Yarn (Lace 4) in Black and Yellow HOOK SIZES: E/5 mm MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling,10 mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes Disclosure. Most blog posts on this website contain affiliate links. This means I get a small commission if you click-through & purchase (no additional cost to you). EYES (white yarn; 5 mm hook) 1) 6 sc in a magic ring (6) 2) 2 sc in each st around (12) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the eye onto the owl’s body. Insert the plastic safety eye in any one st between round 2 and 3. BODY (clear sky yarn; 5 mm hook) 1) 8 sc in a magic ring (8) 2) 2 sc in each st around (16) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6-12) sc even (40) 13) *4 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (48) 14) *5sc, inc*, repeat ** around (56) 15-25) sc even (56); attach eyes between rounds 10 and 11, 1 st apart 26) *5 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (48) 27-28) sc even (48); start stuffing the doll 29) working in bl only, *4 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (40) 30) *3 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (32) 31) *2 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (24); finish stuffing the doll 32) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (16) 33) dec around (8); F/O and close the hole Embroider a border around the upper part of the eyes, using some black yarn. Crochet 6 sl st above each eye with tea rose yarn (as shown in the picture) to create the EYEBROWS. Embroider the V PATTERN on the belly of the doll, using some tea rose yarn. EARS (clear sky yarn; 5 mm hook; make two) 1) 4 sc in a magic ring (4) 2) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) *3 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (10); F/O and leave a long tail for sewing the ear on top of the head. Stuff the ear as you sew it. BEAK (yellow yarn; 3.25 mm hook) 1) 6 sc in a magic ring (6) 2) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) *3 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) sc even (10) 5) *4 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 6) *5 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (14) Flatten the beak and start crocheting through both layers 7 sc (7); F/O and leave a long tail for sewing the beak below the eyes. WINGS (tea rose yarn; 5 mm hook; make two) 1) 6 sc in a magic ring (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) sc even (12) 4) *5 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 5) *6 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (16) 6) *7 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (18) 7) *8 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (20) 8) sc even (20) 9) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** 6 times, 2 sc (14) 10) sc even (14) Flatten the wing and start crocheting through both layers 7 sc (7); F/O and leave a long tail for sewing the wing to the side of the body. I can't wait to see your version of this Soft Owl! Feel free to tag me in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! @elisascrochet Elisa This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet.  Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it. You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to me, Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Permission is NOT granted for mass production or factory manufacturing of any kind. Thank you!

I’ve always loved crib mobiles. They are almost a magical element in the baby’s nursery as they create an alternative phantasy world before the baby’s eyes. Colors and shapes give babies endless adventures to dream about and take a special place in the heart of their parents. Often we want the mobile to have a meaningful design or a story behind it… this is why many prefer a custom handmade mobile! I’ve made a few custom mobiles over the past years…some inspired by movie characters (like Totoro) others by video games (Pokemon and PacMan). Some feature lovely animals like bees, sea creatures and sheep. One of my favorites is the nautical themed mobile. I received the request from a couple who had decorated the nursery for their baby with elements and colors from the ocean. I had such a nice time designing all the attachments! Yesterday I started to work on a new project: an aviator mobile! I was inspired by my niece’s love for airplanes. When she was two years old, she was always the first to spot the airplanes in the sky and used to point her finger at them shouting “Plane! Plane!” I’m planning to include two airplanes, two clouds and an aviator. I usually look for some symmetry in the mobile design, as it looks more balanced and harmonious. I’ll show you pictures of the mobile once completed, but for now I’d like to share with you the instructions to crochet the airplane!! Let's crochet the airplane and have some fun! Here is the free pattern for my Airplane: YARN: 24/7 Cotton by Lion Brand (Lace 4) in Red and Grey HOOK SIZE: 3.5 mm OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling Disclosure. Most blog posts on this website contain affiliate links. This means I get a small commission if you click-through & purchase (no additional cost to you). STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O), round (rnd). INSTRUCTIONS: Work in rows otherwise instructed; join with a sl st and ch1at the end of each row. BODY (gray and red yarn) 1) start working with gray yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) switch to red yarn, working in BLO, 24 sc (24) 6-11) working now in both loops, sc even (24) 12) *4 sc, 1 dec*, repeat four times, 4 sc (20) 13-16) sc even (20); start stuffing the body of the plane firmly 17) *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat around (16) 18-22) sc even (16) 23) *2 sc, 1 dec*, repeat around (12) 24-27) sc even (12) 28) *4 sc, 1 dec*, repeat twice (10); finish stuffing 29) *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat twice (8); F/O and close the hole PROPELLER (gray and red yarn) 1) starting off with red yarn, crochet 13 ch, 2 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 10 sc, 4 sc in the last ch, keep working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, 10 sc, 1 sc inc in the last st that already contains 2 sc; join with a sl st to the first sc, F/O and hide the yarn. Now working with gray yarn, crochet 6 sc in a mr (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Position the propeller on the grey section of the body. Center the small grey rounded piece at the center and use the tail of yarn to attach the two parts to the plane's body, as shown in the picture. WINGS (gray and red yarn; make two) 1) starting off with gray yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat three times (9) 3) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat three times (12) 4-7) sc even (12) 8) switch to red yarn, sc even (12) 9) switch back to gray yarn, sc even (12) 10) sc even (12) 11) switch to red yarn, sc even (12) 12) sc even (12); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the wing. Flatten the wings and sew them to sides of the plane's body, between rnd 8 and rnd 13. HORIZONTAL STABILIZERS (gray yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat three times (9) 3-4) sc even (9) Flatten the stabilizers and sew them to sides of the plane's tail. VERTICAL STABILIZER (red yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat three times (9) 3-4) sc even (9) Flatten the stabilizer and sew it onto the plane's tail. I can't wait to see your version of this crochet airplane! Feel free to tag me in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! @elisascrochet Elisa This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet.  Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it. You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to me, Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Permission is NOT granted for mass production or factory manufacturing of any kind. Thank you!

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and it always takes a bit of effort to find that special gift to say “I LOVE YOU”. My fellow crafters, we all know that nothing is more appreciated than a handmade gift, right?…it speaks love, comes from the heart and shows how much we care about our loved ones! So what about crocheting a unique gift for your Valentine? This year I’d like to come in your help by sharing a cute and easy amigurumi project for the most romantic day of the year! Here’s my adorable Valentine Cactus! Do you like it? It's easy and fun to crochet! Here is the free pattern for my Valentine Cactus: YARN: BERNAT Super Value in Forest Green BERNAT Satin in Bordeaux, Snow, Ebony and Seashell HOOK SIZES: 3.5 mm OTHER MATERIALS: two 6mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes White Marble Accent Stones, 32-oz. Bags White Clay Pot (3” diameter) Disclosure. Most blog posts on this website contain affiliate links. This means I get a small commission if you click-through & purchase (no additional cost to you). STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: Work in rows otherwise instructed; join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row. CACTUS (green yarn) 1) starting off with green yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5-8) sc even (24) 9) *10 sc, dec*, repeat ** twice (22) 10-18) sc even (22); insert the safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8, 5 stitches apart 19) *9 sc, dec*, repeat ** 2 times (20) 20-24) sc even (20) 25) *8 sc, dec*, repeat ** twice (18); stuff the plant firmly 26-27) sc even (18) 28) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (12); F/O and hide the yarn. Finish stuffing the cactus firmly. Embroider the MOUTH and the EYELASHES with some black yarn. Embroider the CHEECK BLUSHING with some pink yarn. Embroider the SPIKES with some white yarn (create knots or simply embroider straight vertical line). ARM (green yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3-5) sc even (8) 6) 4 dc, 4 sl st (8) 7) 4 dc, 4 sl st (8) 8) 8 sc (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the arm to the side of the cactus. Stuff the arm. HEART (red yarn) Make two: 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) 2 sc in each st around (12) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4-5) sc even (18) ONCE YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE SECOND PIECE DO NOT CUT THE YARN! MERGE THE TWO PIECES TOGETHER WIT A SL ST. 6) 1 dec, 14 sc, 2 dec, 14 sc, 1 dec (32) 7)1 dec, 3 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc, 2 dec, 3 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc, 1 dec (24) 8) sc even (24) 9) 5 sc, 1 dec, 10 sc, 1 dec, 5 sc (22) 10) 5 sc, 1 dec, 9 sc, 1 dec, 4 sc (20) 11) sc even (20) 14) 4 sc, 2 dec, 6 sc, 2 dec, 2 sc (16) 15) 3 sc, 2 dec, 4 sc, 2 dec, 1 sc (12); stuff the heart firmly 16) 6 dec (6); F/O and close the hole. Using a string of green yarn, secure the heart in between the two arms. Place the white marble stones inside the pot. Insert a toothpick half way into the base of the cactus to make it stand in the pot. I can't wait to see your version of this Valentine Cactus! Feel free to tag me in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! @elisascrochet Elisa This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet.  Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it. You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to me, Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Permission is NOT granted for mass production or factory manufacturing of any kind. Thank you!

Big News! One of my amigurumi designs (Woody The Beaver) is included in the new Zoomigurumi book! I'm so thrilled to be part of this new edition! It includes 15 different amigurumi projects, lots of cute pictures and links to video tutorials. I can't wait to see your version of Woody! Feel free to tag me in your Woody's photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! @elisascrochet Elisa

Happy New Year Fellas Crocheters and welcome to Elisa's Crochet! Let me introduce myself first :) I've always been a crafty person. I've always enjoyed creating things with my own hands. My brother, he's a designer, I think it runs in the family. As a matter of fact, I discovered crochet only a few years ago. Before, I enjoyed painting, photography, making jewelry, all sorts of art. While I did have fun doing these other things, nothing got me hooked like crochet (pun intended). I started crocheting around 2013. My first creations were some teddy bears that I made for my friends' kids. When I look at them now, I smile thinking of how proud I felt when I finished them. I showed them to my husband. I showed them to my family on Skype. They were all very complimentary, but what I really loved was the reaction from the kids when they received these amigurumis. I liked the idea that these toys would be part of their childhood. Back then I did not know crocheting would become such an important part of my life! Almost six years later, my passion for crochet is still growing. I can't stop thinking about new amigurumi designs, how to create amigurumis that kids will love and remember when they'll grow older. Life's a journey, and I like to think that with crochet we can help others making good memories along that journey. Over these years I've met a lot of people who, like me, love crocheting. The amigurumi designers' community has helped me improve my skills and finding inspiration for new projects. That's the reason I am starting this blog. I'm planning to use this blog to connect with other crocheters, share amigurumi patterns, experiences, ideas, and receive your feedback! Thank you and enjoy! Elisa