Happy Tuesday my crafty friends! Are you ready for a new crochet project? Sometimes when I create a crochet design, I end up loving it so much that I feel like using the same pattern to create different characters. This is what happened with my Agatha the Hen design. This quirky flattened shape is so versatile and it really works well for so many design ideas! This week I worked on a fun Toucan that I named Louie...isn't he cute? The colorful eyes and beak are the distinctive traits of this beautiful bird. *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of LOUIE THE TOUCAN pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) Black, Red, Orange, Yellow, Blue and White MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling; Yarn Needle DIMENSION: L. 8” x H. 4” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet, fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. SEAMLESSLY COLOR CHANGE: Work in the color A until two loops of the last stitch remain on the hook. Use the color B to complete the stitch. 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). BODY (black yarn) Rnd 1: 31 ch, 1 sc inc into the 2nd ch from the hook, 28 sc, 2 sc inc into the last ch, keep working on the other side of the foundation ch, 28 sc, 1 sc inc into the last st that already contains 2 sc (64) Rnd 2: 2 sc inc, 28 sc, 4 sc inc, 28 sc, 2 sc inc (72) Rnd 3: 2 sc inc, 32 sc, 4 sc inc, 32 sc, 2 sc inc (80) Rnd 4 - 8: sc even (80) Rnd 9: (8 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (72) Rnd 10: sc even (72) Rnd 11: (7 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (64) Rnd 12: sc even (64) Rnd 13: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (56) Rnd 14: sc even (56) Rnd 15: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 16: sc even (48) Rnd 17: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (42) Rnd 18: sc even (42); start stuffing Rnd 19: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (36) Rnd 20: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (30) Rnd 21: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (20) Rnd 22: sc dec around (10); finish stuffing Rnd 23: sc dec around (5) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. EYES (black, blue, orange and white yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: starting off with black yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: switch to blue yarn, sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: switch to orange yarn, (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4: switch to white yarn, (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the eye to the main body, between rnds # 4-12. Embroider the EYE REFLECTION with white yarn. BEAK (black, red, orange and yellow yarn). Rnd 1: starting off with black yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 3: 2 sc, 4 sc inc, 2 sc (12) Rnd 4: 3 sc, 6 sc inc, 3 sc (18) Rnd 5: switch to red yarn, sc even (18) Rnd 6 - 7: sc even (18) Rnd 8: switch to orange yarn, sc even (18) Rnd 9 - 10: sc even (18) Rnd 11: switch to yellow yarn, sc even (18) Rnd 12 - 15: sc even (18); stuff the beak F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to attach the beak to the side of the body, between rnds # 1-9. LEGS (blue yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 3 - 7: sc even (8) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the legs to the bottom of the body. Stuff the legs before attaching them to the body. WINGS (blue yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: 11 sc, 2 hdc into the next st, 1 ch, 2 hdc into the next st, 11 sc (26) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the wings to the side of the body, between rnds # 8-17; leave the pointy side of the wing detached from the body. TAIL (black yarn) Make two: Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 3 - 4: sc even (10) Do not cut the yarn once you have crocheted the 2nd part. Merge the 2 parts together: Rnd 5: join the yarn (red dot on the chart) to any one stitch of the last round of part #1, work 1 sc into the same st, then 1 sc dec, [(1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep 2 times], 1 sc into the last st, then go back working on part #2, and crochet [(1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep 3 times], 1 sc into the last st (14) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the side of the body; do not stuff the tail, flatten it instead before attaching it to the body. I can't wait to see your version of my LOUIE THE TOUCAN! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my crafty friends, today I'd like to treat you with an oldie but goodie... ...my lovely Woody the Beaver. You may have seen it before, since it was part of the amazing Zoomigurumi 8 book, together with other awesome 14 crochet characters. A few years have passed since the book was released, and I thought it would be nice to make it available on my website...so I revised the pattern for you, since I used a different yarn, I made few more pictures and now it's ready for you to check and try it out! *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of WOODY THE BEAVER pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) Light Brown, Dark Brown, Cream, Pink; Black Cotton Thread MATERIALS: 3.25 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 5.5” x L. 3” x W. 5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). HEAD (light brown yarn) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 5: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (30) Rnd 6: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (36) Rnd 7 - 9: sc even (36) Rnd 10: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (42) Rnd 11: sc even (42) Rnd 12: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 13: (7 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (54) Rnd 14 - 16: sc even (54) Rnd 17: (7 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 18: sc even (48); start stuffing the head Rnd 19: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (42) Rnd 20: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (36) Rnd 21: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (30) Rnd 22: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 23: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) F/O and finish stuffing the head. TOOTH (white yarn) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (10) Rnd 4: flatten the tooth and crochet through both layers, 4 sc F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the tooth between rnds # 15-16 of the head. MUZZLE (cream yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4: sc even (18) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn for sewing the two parts of the muzzle to the head, between rnds # 11-17. Stuff firmly as you sew it. The muzzle will cover part of the tooth. CHEEKS (pink yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the cheeks to the head, between rnds # 13-18. EARS (light brown yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3 - 4: sc even (12) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the ears to the top of the head between rnds # 3-9. Do not stuff the ears, flatten them instead before attaching them to the head. Embroider the eyes (between rnd # 7-10, 6 sts apart) with black cotton thread. Embroider the vertical line on the tooth with black cotton thread. Embroider the nose in between the two parts of the muzzle with dark brown yarn. BODY (light brown yarn) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 5: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (30) Rnd 6: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (36) Rnd 7: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (42) Rnd 8: sc even (42) Rnd 9: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 10 - 13: sc even (48); start stuffing the body Rnd 14: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) Rnd 15: sc even (40) Rnd 16: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (32) Rnd 17: sc even (32) Rnd 18: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 19: sc even (24) Rnd 20: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to attach the body to the head. Finish stuffing the body while sewing the two parts together. LEGS (light brown yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4 - 5: sc even (24) Rnd 6: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) Rnd 7: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12) Rnd 8: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (9) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Do not stuff the legs. FEET (light brown yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3 - 4: sc even (12) Rnd 5: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (9); stuff the foot Rnd 6: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (6) F/O, leaving a yarn tail. Close the hole and wave in end. Flatten the legs. Sew each leg to a foot. Sew the leg to either side of the body, approximately between rnds 8-15. ARMS (light brown yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 5 sc in a mr (5) Rnd 2: sc inc around (10) Rnd 3 - 6: sc even (10) Rnd 7: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (8) Rnd 8 - 11: sc even (8); stuff the tip of the arm lightly F/O, leaving a long yarn strand to sew the arms to the side of the body between rnds # 16-20. TAIL (black yarn) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (32) Round 5 - 12: sc even (32) Rnd 13: (14 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (30) Rnd 14: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 15 - 16: sc even (24) Rnd 17: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) Rnd 18 - 19: sc even (18) Rnd 20: (7 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (16) Rnd 21: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (14) Rnd 22: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (12) Rnd 23: sc even (12) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Do not stuff the tail, flatten it instead before sewing it to the back of the body, between rnds # 7-8. I can't wait to see your version of my WOODY the BEAVER! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

...and here we are with the last character of my Easter Egg Trio: a lovely brown bunny! With Easter just around the corner, this easy and quick project is exactly what you need to create some cute home decoration or a last minute gift for a little one. So are you ready for some fun crocheting? Grab your favorite yarn and hook and crochet along with me! ___________________________________________________________________________________________ *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of the EASTER EGG TRIO pattern with many step-by-step pictures on EtsyHERE. Here's the FREE pattern to create the BUNNY EGG! YARN: Light (3) Brown, Beige and Pink; Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook; Polyester Filling DIMENSION: 4.5” x 2.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), fasten off (F/O), round (rnd) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). BUNNY EGG BODY (brown and beige yarn) Rnd 1: starting off with brown yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (32) Rnd 5: sc even (32) Rnd 6: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (40) Rnd 7 - 8: sc even (40) Rnd 9: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 10 - 15: sc even (48) Rnd 16: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (56) Rnd 17 - 20: sc even (56) Rnd 21: 26 sc, switch to beige yarn, 4 sc, switch to brown yarn, 26 (56) Rnd 22: keep working with brown yarn, 25 sc, switch to beige yarn, 6 sc, switch to brown yarn, 25 (56) Rnd 23: keep working with brown yarn, 24 sc, switch to beige yarn, 8 sc, switch to brown yarn, 24 (56) Rnd 24: keep working with brown yarn, (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep 3 times, 3 sc, switch to beige yarn, 3 sc, 1 sc inc, 4 sc, switch to brown yarn, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep 3 times (64) Rnd 25: keep working with brown yarn, 27 sc, switch to beige yarn, 10 sc, switch to brown yarn, 27 (64) Rnd 26: rep rnd # 25 (64); start stuffing the egg Rnd 27: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (56) Rnd 28: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 29: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) Rnd 30: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (32) Rnd 31: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 32: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (16); finish stuffing the egg firmly Rnd 33: sc dec around (8) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Embroider the eyes (between rnds # 10-12) and the nose (between rnds # 12-16) with black cotton thread. Embroider the cheeks (between rnds # 13-14) with pink yarn. EARS (brown and beige yarn; make two) Rnd 1: starting off with brown yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (12) Rnd 3: sc even (12) Rnd 4: 5 sc, switch to beige yarn, 1 sc inc, switch to brown yarn, 5 sc, 1 sc inc (14) Rnd 5: 5 sc, switch to beige yarn, 1 sc, 1 sc inc, switch to brown yarn, 6 sc, 1 sc inc (16) Rnd 6 - 9: keep working with brown yarn, 5 sc, switch to beige yarn, 3 sc, switch to brown yarn, 8 sc (16) Rnd 10: working with brown yarn only, (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12) Rnd 11: sc dec around (6) Rnd 12: sc even (6) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Do not stuff the ears, flatten them instead before sewing them on the top of the egg between rnds # 2-5. I can't wait to see your version of my BUNNY EGG! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hello my friends and welcome back to my blog! If my latest design - Benny the Seal - was all about sweetness, today's project is about fun and quirky shapes. You never know what will come out when sketching out ideas! I wanted to make a hen and after few pencil strokes I came out with a very simple design that I immediately loved. And for such peculiar design I couldn't choose anything but a unique and yet adorable name! ...and this is how Agatha the Hen was born! *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of AGATHA the HEN pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) Green, Brick, Yellow and White; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 4.5” x W. 6” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet, fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). BODY (green yarn) Rnd 1: 31 ch, 1 sc inc into the 2nd ch from the hook, 28 sc, 2 sc inc into the last ch, keep working on the other side of the foundation ch, 28 sc, 1 sc inc into the last st that already contains 2 sc (64) Rnd 2: 2 sc inc, 28 sc, 4 sc inc, 28 sc, 2 sc inc (72) Rnd 3: 2 sc inc, 32 sc, 4 sc inc, 32 sc, 2 sc inc (80) Rnd 4 - 8: sc even (80) Rnd 9: (8 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (72) Rnd 10: sc even (72) Rnd 11: (7 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (64) Rnd 12: sc even (64) Rnd 13: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (56) Rnd 14: sc even (56) Rnd 15: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 16: sc even (48) Rnd 17: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (42) Rnd 18: sc even (42); start stuffing Rnd 19: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (36) Rnd 20: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (30) Rnd 21: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (20) Rnd 22: sc dec around (10); finish stuffing Rnd 23: sc dec around (5) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. BEAK (yellow yarn) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 3: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 4: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (12) Rnd 5: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (14) Rnd 6: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (16) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the beak to one side of the body, between rnds # 2-8; stuff the beak before attaching it to the body. CREST (brick yarn) Make three: Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 3 - 4: sc even (10) Do not cut the yarn once you have crocheted the 3rd part. Merge the 3 parts together: Rnd 5: join the yarn to the any one stitch of the last round of the 1st made part, work 1 sc into the same st, work 4 more sc, keep working on the 2nd made part, 10 sc, go back to the 1st part, and work 1 sc into each one of the 5 unworked sts, then keep working on the 3rd part, and crochet 10 sc (30) Rnd 6: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (20) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the crest to upper part of the body; do not stuff the crest, flatten it instead before attaching it. EYES (white yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the eye to the main body, between rnds # 3-10 Embroider the EYE with black cotton thread. WINGS (green yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (11 sc, 2 hdc into the next st, 1 ch, 2 hdc into the next st, 11 sc (26) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the wings to the side of the body, between rnds # 8-17; leave the pointy side of the wing detached from the body. TAIL (brick yarn) Make two: Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 3 - 4: sc even (10) Do not cut the yarn once you have crocheted the 2nd part. Merge the 2 parts together: Rnd 5: join the yarn to any one stitch of the last round of the first made part, work 1 sc into the same st, then 1 sc dec, [(1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep 2 times], 1 sc into the last st, then go back working on the 2nd part, and crochet [(1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep 3 times], 1 sc into the last st (14) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the tail to upper part of the body; do not stuff the tail, flatten it instead before attaching it to the body. LEGS (yellow yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 3 - 6: sc even (8) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the legs to the bottom of the body. Stuff the legs before attaching them to the body. I can't wait to see your version of my AGATHA THE HEN! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

March is finally here and I cannot wait for the Spring to arrive. I'm already dreaming of blooming trees, flowers, and their beautiful colors and the irresistible smell. With Spring and Easter around the corner, it's time to start refresh our house and add colorful and bright decoration to it! Here's a little project for you...a cute egg-shaped SHEEP! This is part of a lovely EASTER EGG TRIO. I already shared the instructions to crochet the CHICK and next week you'll find the pattern to create the Bunny here on my blog. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ If you can't wait to work on all the three eggs, you can head to my Etsy page to purchase an AD-FREE PDF of the pattern with step-by-step pictures. Here's the FREE pattern to create the SHEEP EGG! YARN: Light (3) White, Beige; Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook; Polyester Filling DIMENSION: 3.5” x 3” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), fasten off (F/O), round (rnd) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). SHEEP EGG BODY (white and beige yarn) Rnd 1: starting off with white yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (32) Rnd 5: sc even (32) Rnd 6: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (40) Rnd 7 - 8: sc even (40) Rnd 9: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 10: 17 sc, switch to beige yarn, 14 sc, switch to white yarn, 17 (48) Rnd 11: keep working with white yarn, 16 sc, switch to beige yarn, 15 sc, switch to white yarn, 17 (48) Rnd 12 - 13: rep rnd # 11 (48) Rnd 14: keep working with white yarn, 17 sc, switch to beige yarn, 13 sc, switch to white yarn, 18 (48) Rnd 15: keep working with white yarn, 18 sc, switch to beige yarn, 12 sc, switch to white yarn, 18 (48) Rnd 16: working with white yarn only, (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (56) Rnd 17 - 23: sc even (56) Rnd 24: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (64) Rnd 25 - 26: sc even (64); start stuffing the egg Rnd 27: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (56) Rnd 28: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 29: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) Rnd 30: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (32) Rnd 31: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 32: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (16); finish stuffing the egg firmly Rnd 33: sc dec around (8) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Embroider the eyes (between rnds # 10-13) and the nose (between rnds # 11-15) with black cotton thread. Add some pink blush to the cheeks and the nose with a make-up brush. EARS (white yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (10) Rnd 3: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (12) Rnd 4 - 5: sc even (12) Rnd 6: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (8) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Do not stuff the ears, flatten them instead before sewing them on the top of the egg between rnds # 6-10. I can't wait to see your version of my SHEEP EGG! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hi my crafty friends and...happy Tuesday! Can you believe February is almost over? Time really flies, doesn't it? Now that we have left Valentine's day behind, with all its wonderful and sweet crafts, it's time to start working on some cute Easter projects. When I think about Easter, the first thing that comes to my mind are all those little colorful eggs that kids love hunting for. So I decided to design something to make the egg hunt even more fun! Here are three lovely egg-shaped Easter iconic animals - a chick, a bunny and a sheep. Today I'll be sharing with you all the first one...an adorable little Chick! Stick around for the other two characters whose patterns will be online in the next few weeks. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ If you can't wait to work on all the three eggs, you can head to my Etsy page to purchase an AD-FREE PDF of the pattern with step-by-step pictures. Here's the FREE pattern to create the CHICK EGG! YARN: Light (3) White, Yellow, Red; Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook; Polyester Filling DIMENSION: 3.5” x 2.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), fasten off (F/O), round (rnd) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). CHICK EGG BODY (yellow yarn) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (32) Rnd 5: sc even (32) Rnd 6: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (40) Rnd 7 - 8: sc even (40) Rnd 9: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 10 - 15: sc even (48) Rnd 16: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (56) Rnd 17 - 23: sc even (56) Rnd 24: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (64) Rnd 25 - 26: sc even (64); start stuffing the egg Rnd 27: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (56) Rnd 28: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 29: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) Rnd 30: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (32) Rnd 31: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 32: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (16); finish stuffing the egg firmly Rnd 33: sc dec around (8) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Embroider the eyes (between rnds # 10-13) with black cotton thread. Embroider the beak (between rnds # 12-15) with red yarn. Embroider the feathers (between rnds # 18-24) with white yarn. CREST (red yarn) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc even (6) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Do not stuff the crest, flatten it instead before sewing it on the top of the egg. I can't wait to see your version of my CHICK EGG! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

There's a new cool guy in town... ...and his name is GIGI the RACCOON! Happy Tuesday my crafty friends, and welcome back to my page for our weekly appointment! How is your day going? I hope not too busy, so you'll find some time to work on my new free and fun project. Today's post is all about a little raccoon in a yellow vest! Despite this project requires some sewing, it is still suitable for beginners. The head and the body are worked in one piece, while arms, legs, tail and muzzle require to be attached at the end of the making process. The vest is super easy to make, since it is worked in rows! So, are you ready to have some fun? Grab your yarn and hooks and crochet along! *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of the GIGI THE RACCOON pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) Gray, White, Black, Yellow; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: 2.75 mm Hook; 3.25 mm Hook; Poly Filling; Two 10 mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes DIMENSION: H. 7.5” x L. 6” x W. 3.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). HEAD (gray, white and black yarn; 2.75 mm hook) Rnd 1: starting off with gray yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (32) Rnd 5: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (40) Rnd 6: sc even (40) Rnd 7: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 8: sc even (48) Rnd 9: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (56) Rnd 10: sc even (56) Rnd 11: 20 sc, switch to white yarn, 5 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 6 sc, switch to white yarn, 5 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 20 sc (56) Rnd 12: 19 sc, switch to white yarn, 6 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 6 sc, switch to white yarn, 6 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 19 sc (56) Rnd 13: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice, 4 sc, switch to black yarn, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, 4 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, 3 sc, switch to black yarn, 3 sc, 1 sc inc, 3 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 3 sc, 1 sc inc, (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (64) Rnd 14: keep working with gray yarn, 19 sc, switch to black yarn, 10 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 5 sc, switch to black yarn, 10 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 20 sc (64) Rnd 15: repeat rnd # 14 (64) Rnd 16: (7 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice, 4 sc, switch to black yarn, 3 sc, 1 sc inc, 5 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, 2 sc, switch to black yarn, 5 sc, 1 sc inc, 3 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 4 sc, 1 sc inc, (7 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (72) Rnd 17: keep working with gray yarn, 23 sc, switch to black yarn, 9 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 6 sc, switch to black yarn, 9 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 25 sc (72) Place the eyes between rnds # 15-16, 9 sts apart Rnd 18: sc even (72) Rnd 19: (8 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (80) Rnd 20 - 22: sc even (80) Rnd 23: (8 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (72) Rnd 24: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (63) Rnd 25: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (54) Rnd 26: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (45) Rnd 27: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (36) Rnd 28: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (30) Rnd 29: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 30: working in FLO, sc even (24) Rnd 31: working in both loops now, (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (30); start stuffing Rnd 32: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (36) Rnd 33: sc even (36) Rnd 34: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (42) Rnd 35: sc even (42) Rnd 36: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 37: sc even (48) Rnd 38: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (56) Rnd 39 - 40: sc even (56) Rnd 41: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (64) Rnd 42- 46: sc even (64) Rnd 47: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (56) Rnd 48: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 49: sc even (48) Rnd 50: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) Rnd 51: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (32) Rnd 52: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 53: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18); finish stuffing Rnd 54: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12) Rnd 55: sc dec around (6) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Embroider the eyebrows with black cotton yarn, between rnds # 7-11. Embroider the contour around the eyes with white yarn. MUZZLE (white and gray yarn; 2.75 mm hook) Rnd 1: starting off with white yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (32) Rnd 5: working in BLO, 14 sc, switch to gray yarn, 4 sc, switch back to white yarn, 14 sc (32) Rnd 6: working in both loops now, 13 sc with white yarn, switch to gray yarn, 6 sc, switch back to white yarn, 13 sc (32) Rnd 7: repeat rnd # 6 (32) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the muzzle to the head, between rnds # 15-26; stuff the muzzle before attaching it to the body. NOSE (black yarn; 2.75 mm hook) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the nose onto the muzzle. Embroider the mouth, with black cotton thread. EARS (black and gray yarn; make 2; 2.75 mm hook) Rnd 1: starting off with black yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: switch to gray yarn, 4 sc, 1 sc inc, 1 hdc inc, 1 ch, 1 hdc inc into the next st, 1 sc inc, 4 sc, do not join to the 1st st of the rnd (15) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the ear on the top of the head between rnds # 3-8. ARMS (black and gray yarn; make 2; 2.75 mm hook) Rnd 1: starting off with black yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 3: sc even (10) Rnd 4: switch to gray yarn, sc even (10) Rnd 5 - 7: sc even (10) Rnd 8: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (8) Rnd 9 - 10: sc even (8) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Stuff the arms lightly. LEGS (black and gray yarn; make 2; 2.75 mm) Rnd 1: starting off with black yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4: sc even (18) Rnd 5: switch to gray yarn, sc even (18) Rnd 6: sc even (18) Rnd 7: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (15) Rnd 8 - 9: sc even (15) Rnd 10: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (10) Rnd 11 - 12: sc even (10) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Stuff the legs firmly. TAIL (black and gray yarn; 2.75 mm hook) Rnd 1: starting off with black yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 5: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (30) Rnd 6: sc even (30) Rnd 7: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (36) Rnd 8: sc even (36) Rnd 9: switching to gray yarn, sc even (36) Rnd 10 - 11: sc even (36) Rnd 12: switch to black yarn, sc even (36) Rnd 13: sc even (36) Rnd 14: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (30) Rnd 15: switch to gray yarn, (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 16: sc even (24) Rnd 17: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) Rnd 18: switch to black yarn, sc even (18) Rnd 19: sc even (18) Rnd 20: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12) Rnd 21: switch to gray yarn, sc even (12) Rnd 22: sc even (12) Rnd 23: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (10) Rnd 24 - 26: sc even (10) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn. Stuff the tail firmly. JACKET (yellow yarn; 3.25 mm hook; work in rows) Rnd 1: 25 chs, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 23 sc (24); ch 2 and turn Rnd 2: (2 dc, 1 dc inc) rep around (32); ch 1 and turn Rnd 3: sc even (32); ch 2 and turn Rnd 4: 4 dc, 4 chs, skip 4 sts and work 1 dc into the next st, 15 dc, 4 chs, skip 4 sts and work, 1 dc into the next st, 3 dc (32); ch 1 and turn Rnd 5: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (40); ch 2 and turn Rnd 6: dc even (40); ch 1 and turn Rnd 7: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48); ch 2 and turn Rnd 8: dc even (48) Do not cut the yarn, sc around instead (make 3 sc on each corner). F/O, cut and hide the yarn. Assembling Instructions: Place and secure the jacket onto the body with pins, so that you locate the spots where to attach the arm to. Mark the spots with few pins. Sew the arms to the side of the body. For your reference, I attached the arms between rnds # 32-38. Sew the legs to the bottom of the body between rnds # 46-50. Sew the tail to the back of the body between rnds # 45-50. Create the belly button embroidering an X with black cotton thread on the body. I can't wait to see your version of my GIGI THE RACCOON! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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 approaching fast...so what's better than a nice and quick crochet project to create a lovely present? Well, my friends, I think I have the right one for you...and it's free! The Hoya Kerry is a beautiful plant with thick heart-shaped leaves that make it the perfect gift idea for Valentine's Day. Here is my sweet crocheted version "planted" in a little white pot filled with pebbles. *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of the HOYA KERRII pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) Green, Pink; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 3” x W. 2.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). LEAF (green yarn) Make two: Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4 - 6: sc even (24) Do not cut the yarn once you have crocheted the 2nd part. Merge the 2 parts together: Rnd 7: join the yarn to any one st of the last round of the first made part, work 1 sc dec, 22 sc, keep working on the 2nd part, 22 sc, 1 sc dec (46) Round 8: (1 sc dec, 7 sc, 1 sc dec, 1 sc, 1 sc dec, 7 sc, 1 dec) rep twice (38) Round 9: 1 sc dec, 6 sc, 1 sc dec, 7 sc, 2 sc dec, 6 sc, 1 sc dec, 7 sc, 1 sc dec (32) Round 10: 1 dec, 5 sc, 1 dec, 5 sc, 2 dec, 5 sc, 1 dec, 5 sc, 1 dec (26) Round 11: 5 sc, 1 sc dec, 11 sc, 1 sc dec, 6 sc (24) Round 12: (5 sc, 1 sc dec, 10 sc, 1 sc dec, 5 sc (22) Round 13: (5 sc, 1 sc dec, 9 sc, 1 sc dec, 4 sc (20) Round 14: 4 sc, 2 sc dec, 6 sc, 2 sc dec, 2 sc (16) Round 15: 3 sc, 2 sc dec, 4 sc, 2 sc dec, 1 sc (12) Round 16: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (8) Round 17: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (6) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Stuff the leaf very lightly, keeping the flatten shape. Use a toothpick to make it stand into a pot. Embroider the eyes and the mouth with black cotton thread. Embroider the cheeks with pink yarn. I can't wait to see your version of my HOYA KERRII! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

It's time to plan for Valentine's Day! Happy Tuesday my crafty friends! Since being with our loved ones is not always possible nowadays, showing that we care about them has never been so important. You may say "I LOVE YOU" with beautiful cards, gorgeous flowers, delicious sweets ... or with a thoughtful handmade gift! So today, I want to share with you all the perfect project to crochet the sweetest Valentine Bunny that will make your Valentine's heart melt! This project is super fun and easy...perfect for beginner crocheters! *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of the VALENTINE BUNNY pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) Dove, Salmon, Linen; Classic Cotton Thread in Linen and Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling; Two 6 mm Black Safety Plastic Eyes DIMENSION: H. 6.5” x W. 3” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), front loop only (FLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). HEAD AND BODY (dove yarn) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 5: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (30) Rnd 6: sc even (30) Rnd 7: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (36) Rnd 8 - 9: sc even (36) Rnd 10: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (42) Rnd 11: sc even (42) Rnd 12: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 13: (7 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (54) Rnd 14 - 15: sc even (54) Place the safety eyes between rnds # 11-12, 8 stitches apart. Rnd 16: (8 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (60) Rnd 17: (9 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (66) Rnd 18: sc even (66) Rnd 19: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (55) Rnd 20: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (44); start stuffing the head Rnd 21: (9 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) Rnd 22: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (32) Rnd 23: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 24: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) Rnd 25: working in FLO, sc even (18) Rnd 26: working in both loops now, (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 27: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (30) Rnd 28: sc even (30) Rnd 29: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (36) Rnd 30 - 32: sc even (36) Rnd 33: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (42) Rnd 34: sc even (42) Rnd 35: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Rnd 36 - 37: sc even (48) Rnd 38: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (42) Rnd 39: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (36) Rnd 40: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (30) Rnd 41: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 42: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) Rnd 43: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12); finish stuffing the body firmly Rnd 44: sc dec around (6) F/O cut the yarn and wave in end. Embroider the eye contour with linen cotton thread. Embroider the eyebrows (between rnds # 6-9), with black cotton thread. Embroider the cheek lines (between rnds # 13-14), with salmon yarn. MUZZLE (dove yarn) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the muzzle to the front of the head, between rnds # 11-17; stuff the muzzle while attaching it to the body. Embroider the nose with salmon yarn. EARS (dove and linen yarn) Rnd 1: starting off with dove yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: sc even (12) Rnd 4: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (14) Rnd 5: 6 sc, switch to linen yarn, 2 sc, switch back to dove yarn, 6 sc (14) Rnd 6: 6 sc, switch to linen yarn, 2 sc inc, switch back to dove yarn, 6 sc (16) Rnd 7: 6 sc, switch to linen yarn, 4 sc, switch back to dove yarn, 6 sc (16) Rnd 8: 5 sc, work 1 sc with dove yarn and 1 sc with linen yarn into the next st, keep working with linen yarn, 4 sc, then work 1 sc with linen yarn and 1 sc with dove yarn into the next st, keep working with dove yarn, 5 sc (18) Rnd 9 - 10: 6 sc, switch to linen yarn, 6 sc, switch back to dove yarn, 6 sc (18) Rnd 11: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice, switch to linen yarn, (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice, switch to dove yarn, (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (12) Rnd 12: 4 sc, switch to linen yarn, 4 sc, switch back to dove yarn, 4 sc (12) Rnd 13: 4 sc, switch to linen yarn, 2 sc dec, switch back to dove yarn, 4 sc (10) Rnd 14: 4 sc, switch to linen yarn, 2 sc, switch back to dove yarn, 4 sc (10) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the ears to the top of the head, between rnds # 1-5; do not stuff the ears, flatten them instead before sewing them to the body. LEGS (dove yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 3: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 4 - 8: sc even (10) Rnd 9: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (8) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the legs to the bottom of the body; stuff the legs lightly. ARMS (dove yarn; make two) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2 - 8: sc even (8) Rnd 9: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (6) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the arms to the side of the body, between rnds # 24-28; stuff the arms lightly. TAIL (dove yarn) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4 - 6: sc even (24) Rnd 7: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) Rnd 8: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the tail to the back of the body, between rnds # 32-36; stuff the tail firmly before attaching it to the body. HEART (salmon yarn) Make two: Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: sc inc around (12) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (18) Rnd 4 - 5: sc even (18) Do not cut the yarn once you have crocheted the 2nd part. Merge the 2 parts together: Rnd 6: join the yarn to any one st of the last round of the first made part, work 1 sc dec, 14 sc, 1 sc dec, keep working on the 2nd part, 1 sc dec, 14 sc, 1 sc dec (32) Round 7: (1 sc dec, 5 sc, 1 sc dec, 5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep twice (26) Round 8: (5 sc, 1 sc dec, 11 sc, 1 sc dec, 6 sc (24) Round 9: (5 sc, 1 sc dec, 10 sc, 1 sc dec, 5 sc (22) Round 10: (5 sc, 1 sc dec, 9 sc, 1 sc dec, 4 sc (20) Round 11: (3 sc, 2 sc dec, 6 sc, 2 sc dec, 3 sc (16) Round 12: sc dec around (8) Round 13: sc dec around (4) F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Use a strand of dove yarn to secure the heart in between the arms. I can't wait to see your version of my VALENTINE BUNNY! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

New Year, Good Old Habits Hi my dear crafty friends! I hope you are all healthy and safe! We have finally left the 2020 behind and I couldn’t be more ready to embrace the new year with positivity and hope for better times to come! ...but let's save the good things, like the Tuesday Free Crochet Pattern! After few weeks of much needed rest, I'm back with a new super sweet design...let me introduce you to Benny - a lovely seal. She's only a baby and has just started discovering the world with her big curious eyes. Benny loves playing with her friends and when tired, cuddling next to her sweet mom! ...and if you are like me and think that seals are just adorable, you can find my previous works here below! Click on the pictures for the crochet patterns! SNOWY the SEAL Circus Seal *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of BENNY THE SEAL pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Light Gray, White, Light Brown; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling; Two 9 mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes DIMENSION: H. 6” x W. 3.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). MUZZLE (white yarn) Rnd 1: 7 ch, 1 sc inc into the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sc inc, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, 2 sc inc into the next ch, 4 sc, 1 sc inc into the last st that already contains 2 sc (18) Rnd 2: 2 sc inc, 6 sc, 2 sc inc, 8 sc (22) Rnd 3: working in BLO, sc even (22) F/O and leave a long strand of white yarn to sew the muzzle to the body. Embroider the NOSE with light brown yarn and a tapestry needle. CAUDAL FINS (light gray yarn; make 2) Make two: Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (12) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (16) Round 5 - 6: sc even (16) Rnd 7: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (14) Rnd 8: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12) Rnd 9: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (10) Rnd 10: sc dec around (5) F/O and do not stuff the fin Do not cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd fin BODY (light gray yarn) Merge the two fins together: Rnd 11: join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st fin you crocheted, ch 1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 4 sc, then keep working on the 2nd fin, 5 sc (10) Rnd 12: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (12) Rnd 13: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (16) Rnd 14: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (20) Rnd 15: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Round 16 - 17: sc even (24) Rnd 18: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (28) Rnd 19: sc even (28) Rnd 20: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (32) Rnd 21: sc even (32) Rnd 22: (7 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (36) Rnd 23: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (42) Rnd 24: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (48) Round 25 - 29: sc even (48) Rnd 30: (11 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (52) Round 31 - 33: sc even (52) Rnd 34: 28 sc, 8 sc inc, 16 sc (60) Rnd 35: 28 sc, [(3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep 4 times], 16 sc (64) Round 36 - 37: sc even (64) Rnd 38: 28 sc, [(4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep 4 times], 16 sc (68); start stuffing Round 39 - 41: sc even (68) Rnd 42: 5 sc, 1 sc dec, 19 sc, 1 sc dec, 24 sc, 1 sc dec, 12 sc, 1 sc dec (64) Round 43 - 44: sc even (64) Rnd 45: 26 sc, [(4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep 4 times], 14 sc (60) Rnd 46: sc even (60) Rnd 47: (8 sc, 1 sc dec) rep 6 times (54) Rnd 48: (7 sc, 1 sc dec) rep 6 times (48) Rnd 49: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) At this point, pin the muzzle to the body in the desired position and identify the spots where you’d like the eyes to be placed (just to give you a reference, I inserted the 1st eye between rnds # 37-38 and the 2nd one between rnds # 48-49). Insert the safety eyes and secure them with the back pieces. Remove the muzzle - it will be sewn later on onto the body once completed. Rnd 50: (3 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (32) Rnd 51: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (24) Rnd 52: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (18) finish stuffing the body firmly Rnd 53: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (12) Rnd 54: sc dec around (6) F/O and wave in end Embroider the EYEBROWS and the EYELASHES with black cotton thread. Embroider a contour around the nose and the line below it with black cotton thread. PECTORAL FINS (light gray yarn; make 2) Rnd 1: 6 sc in a mr (6) Rnd 2: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 3: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 4: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (12) Rnd 5 - 6: sc even (12) Rnd 7: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (10) Rnd 8 - 9: sc even (10) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the fin to the main body; do not stuff the fin. Sew the right fin between rounds # 24-30, the left one between rounds # 39-44. If you’d like to add more details to the seal: · apply some blush to the cheeks using a little make-up brush, · create the whiskers inserting little strands of nylon thread into the muzzle. I can't wait to see your version of my BENNY THE SEAL! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

If there's one thing I know for sure is that kids love dinosaurs! Both my niece and my nephew go crazy for this large creatures...they know everything about them, and love to read books and play with dinosaurs toys! So I though, why not designing a new amigurumi dinosaur? Kevin the Dino is such an easy project, that would work perfectly to create a colorful and fun crib mobile attachments, or a pillow, if made with bulky yarn! *** You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of KEVIN THE DINO pattern with many step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. ...don’t forget to check my other dinosaurs designs... ELVIS & PRISCILLA and ALBERT. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) Aquamarine, Terra Cotta; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: D - 3.25 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 9” x L. 4.5” x W. 2.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). LEGS & BODY (aquamarine yarn) Make two: Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: sc inc around (16) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (24) Rnd 4: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (30) Rnd 5: working in BLO, sc even (30) Rnd 6 - 7: working in both loops now, sc even (30) Do not cut the yarn once you have crocheted the 2nd leg, ch 2 instead. Merge the 2 legs together: Rnd 8: join the yarn to any one st of the last round of the 1st leg, work 1 sc into the same st, then work 29 sc, (keep working into the 2 chains in between the legs), 2 dc, (keep working on the 2nd leg), 30 sc, (keep working into the 2 chains in between the legs), 2 dc (64) Rnd 9: (7 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (72) Rnd 10: sc even (72) Rnd 11: (8 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (80) Rnd 12 - 14: sc even (80) Rnd 15: (8 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (72) Rnd 16 - 19: sc even (72) Rnd 20: (7 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (64) Rnd 21 - 25: sc even (64) Rnd 26: (6 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (56) Rnd 27 - 28: sc even (56); start stuffing the body Rnd 29: (5 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (48) Rnd 30: sc even (48) Rnd 31: (4 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (40) Rnd 32: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (30) Rnd 33: (1 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (20) Rnd 34: sc dec around (10); finish stuffing the body firmly Rnd 35: sc dec around (5) Embroider the marks on the back of the body, with terra cotta yarn. TAIL (aquamarine yarn) Rnd 1: 4 sc in a mr (4) Rnd 2: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (6) Rnd 3: sc even (6) Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (8) Rnd 5: sc even (8) Rnd 6: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 7: sc even (10) Rnd 8: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (12) Rnd 9 - 10: sc even (12) Rnd 11: (5 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (14) Rnd 12: sc even (14) Rnd 13: (6 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (16) Rnd 14: sc even (16) Rnd 15: (7 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (18) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the tail to the back of the body, between rnds # 7-15; stuff the tail before attaching it to the body. HEAD (aquamarine yarn) Rnd 1: 7 sc in a mr (7) Rnd 2: sc inc around (14) Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (21) Rnd 4: sc even (21) Rnd 5: (2 sc, 1 sc inc) rep around (28) Rnd 6 - 9: sc even (28) Rnd 10: (2 sc, 1 sc dec) rep around (21) Rnd 11: 7 sc, 4 sc dec, 6 sc (17) Rnd 12: (1 sc dec, 1 sc) rep 5 times (11) Rnd 13: 4 sc, 1 sc dec, 5 sc (10) Rnd 14 - 15: sc even (10) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the head to the front of the body, between rnds # 9-14; stuff the head firmly before sewing it to the body. Embroider the eyes (between rnds # 3-7), with black cotton thread. Embroider the mouth (between rnds # 2-8), with black cotton thread. Embroider the cheeks below the eyes (between rnds # 6-9), with terra cotta yarn. SPIKES (terra cotta yarn; make 6) Rnd 1: 8 sc in a mr (8) Rnd 2: (3 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (10) Rnd 3: sc even (10) Rnd 4: (4 sc, 1 sc inc) rep twice (12) F/O and leave a long strand of yarn to sew the spikes along the length of the body. Do not stuff the spikes, flatten them instead before attaching them to the body. I can't wait to see your version of my KEVIN the DINO! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hi my crafty friends! I hope your week is going well! Are you ready for a new and fun crochet project?!? Few days ago I was sorting out all my amigurumis (I have so many!!!), and I stumbled upon my cute Sausage Dog. I remembered then how much you all loved that cute little fella and how many of you made one your own! After almost one year since I shared the project, I still get to see pictures of all your beautiful mades! So I thought it would be fun creating a new character based on the same oblong and striped design! ...and so here it comes Arturo the Sleepy Cat. I used a fresh and beautiful cotton yarn for this project, perfect to work with during this hot summer days! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Have fun! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Beige, Green, Yellow, White and Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling HOOK SIZES: D/3,25 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: Work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row), unless otherwise instructed. 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). HEAD and BODY (beige, green, yellow and white yarn) 1) start working with beige yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** around (32) 5) sc even (32) 6) *3 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** around (40) 7-21) sc even (40) 22) switch to green yarn, sc even (40) 23) sc even (40); start stuffing 24) switch to yellow yarn, sc even (40) 25-27) sc even (40) 28) switch to white yarn, sc even (40) 29-38) repeat rows 24-28 two times (40) 39) switch to yellow yarn, sc even (40) 40-42) sc even (40) 43) switch to green yarn, sc even (40) 44) sc even (40) 45) switch to beige yarn, sc even (40) 46) sc even (40); keep stuffing 47) *8 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times (36) 48) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 49) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 50) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16) 51) sc dec around (8) 52-60) sc even (8) 61) 7 sc, 1 sc inc (9) 62-65) sc even (9) 66) 8 sc, 1 sc inc (10) 67-77) sc even (10) 78) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8); stuff the tail lightly 79) sc dec around (4); F/O and close the hole EARS (beige yarn; make two) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 5) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn Flatten the ears and sew them between rounds #7-13 and #14-20. FRONT LEGS (beige yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3-6) sc even (12) 7) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (10) 8) sc even (10) 9) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8) 10) sc even (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Stuff the tip of the leg, leaving the open end unstuffed. Attach the right leg between rounds #6-10 and the left one between rounds #18-22. Embroider the NOSE (between rounds # 12-15) and the EYES (between rounds # 8-12 and 15-19) with 2 out of 4 single strings of black yarn. I can't wait to see your version of my ARTURO! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

If we think LOVE we immediately think of France, Paris, the Tour Eiffel... There's something about that city that makes it the most romantic place in the world. Who wouldn’t fly to Paris to celebrate Valentine’s Day with their loved one! 😊 If you cannot travel to France, don't worry I'll bring a little bit of France in your life with this fun and colorful crochet project! Six cute macarons and a fun coffee cup! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Enjoy! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Macarons: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in · colors A: Pink, Purple, Aqua, Blue, Yellow, Rust · color B: White Cup: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Yellow, White, Aqua and Light Brown OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling HOOK SIZES: E/3,25 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row) otherwise instructed. 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). MACARON TOP AND FILLING (color A and color B yarn) 1) start working with your choice of A color yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6-7) sc even (40) 8) turn and crochet facing the inside of the work, 40 sc in the FLO (40) 9) switch to white yarn, turn and face the outside of the work again, crocheting in BLO, 40 sc (40) 10) working in both loops now, sc even (40); F/O and leave a long tail of white yarn for attaching the macaroon top to the bottom part. MACARON BOTTOM (color A yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6-7) sc even (40) 8) turn and crochet facing the inside of the work, 40 sc in the FLO (40); F/O and cut the yarn. Using white yarn, insert the needle through the back loop of the 1st sc of round #8 of the bottom part and then through both layers of the 1st sc of round 10 of the white filling (as shown in the picture). Fill the macaroon as you sew the two parts together. CUP (yellow, white and aqua yarn) 1) start working with yellow, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (40); do not ch1 6) sl st even (40); turn 7) sc even (40) 8) switch to white yarn, *4 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (48) 9) switch back to yellow yarn, sc even (48) 10) switch to white yarn, sc even (48) 11) switch to aqua yarn, *5 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (56) 12) sc even (56) 13) switch back to white yarn, sc even (56) 14) switch to yellow yarn, *5 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** around (48) 15) sc even (48) 16) switch to white yarn (48) 17) switch to aqua yarn, working in FLO, sc even (48) 18) switch back to white, working in both loops now sc even (48) 19) switch to yellow yarn, sc even (48); do not ch1 20) sl st even (48); F/O and hide the yarn. COFFEE TOP (light brown yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (48); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the piece to the inside of the cup. Insert the yarn needle through the BLO of any one st of round #17 of the cup and start attaching the two parts together; stuff the cup as you go. CUP HANDLE (yellow yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2-13) sc even (6) 14) sc dec around (3); F/O and leave a long tail to attach the handle to the cup, between rounds # 7-16. Do not stuff the handle. I can't wait to see your version of my MACARONS and COFFEE CUP! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Everybody loves Snoopy! There is something so reassuring about this timeless character. He has always a simple piece of advice for all the the little and big problems of our everyday life. Snoopy's the best mental coach of our century, he inspires and encourage you to be yourself. My husband has always been a huge fan of The Peanuts gang, and Snoopy in particular. When he was in elementary school, he used to have a Peanuts branded pencil box, composition book, backpack... you name it! When I started to crochet amigurumis, one of my husband's suggestion was to make a Snoopy doll, as he thought the Peanuts would be something both children and adults would like. In fact, one sweet lady reached out to me after she saw my Snoopy doll and asked me to crochet the entire Peanuts gang! I had so much fun designing all the characters! It took me some time to crochet all the 12 characters, but she was so happy that she sent me a picture of all of them proudly displayed on her desk. She is a true Peanuts fan! If you are also a Peanuts fan, here are the instructions to crochet the most famous beagle in the world... Let's crochet Snoopy and have some fun! Here is the free pattern for my Snoopy Amigurumi Doll: SKILL LEVEL: Beginner. YARN: Worsted Medium Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in White and Black color. HOOK SIZES: E/3,50 mm. OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiberfill. DIMENSION: approximately height 9.5” (25 cm). 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), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTION: work in rows (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each row) HEAD (white yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4-5) sc even (24) 6) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (32) 7-11) sc even (32) 12) *3 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (40) 13) sc even (40) 14) 5 sc, *inc, 1 sc*, repeat ** 5 times, 25 sc (45) 15) 3 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc, 24 sc (49) 16) 5 sc, 17 dc, 27 sc (49) 17) 5 sc, 17 dc, 27 sc (49) 18-20) sc even (49) 21) dec, 2 sc, dec, 14 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 23 sc (45) 22) *3 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (36) 23) sc even (36) 24) *4 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (30); start stuffing and giving shape 25) *3 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (24) 26) *2 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (18) 27) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (12) 28) dec around (6); F/O, finish stuffing the head firmly and close the hole. Use black cotton yarn to embroider EYEBROWS, EYES and MOUTH. NOSE (black yarn) 1) 5 sc in magic ring (5) 2) inc around (10) 3) sc even (10); F/O and leave a long tail for sewing the nose onto the head. Stuff the nose firmly. EARS (black and white yarn; make two) 1) start working with white yarn, 8 sc in a magic ring (8) 2) inc around (16) 3-8) sc even (16) 9) *2 sc, dec*, repeat * around (12) 10) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Flatten the ears and sew the open ends together. Sc around the ear with black yarn. Attach the ear to the side of the head. BODY (white yarn) 1) 8 sc in mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7-10) sc even (48) 11) *4 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (40) 12-14) sc even (40) 15) *3 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (32); start stuffing the body 16-17) sc even (32) 18) *2 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (24) 19-20) sc even (24); continue stuffing and giving shape 21) *2 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (18) 22) sc even (18) 23) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (12) 24) sc even (12); finish stuffing the body 25) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn for sewing the body to the head. COLLAR (black yarn) 1) crochet 28 ch; F/O and wrap the collar around the doll’s neck, secure it with a knot and hide the two yarn ends inside the doll using a yarn needle. ARMS (white yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) sc even (18) 5) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (12); start stuffing 6) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (8) 7) 4 hdc, 4 sl st (8) 8) 4 hdc, 4 sc (8); finish stuffing 9-10) sc even (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the arm to the side of the body. Embroider the toes' lines with black yarn. LEGS (white and black yarn; make two) 1) starting off with white yarn, ch 9, 2 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 6 sc, 5 sc in the next ch, keep working on the other side of the foundation chain, 6 sc, 2 sc in the last st that already contains 2 sc (21) 2) 2 inc, 7 sc, 3 inc, 7 sc, 2 inc (28) 3) inc, 1 sc, inc, 10 sc, 2 inc, 10 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc (34); do not ch 1 4) 34 sl st (34) 5) 34 sc (34); turn 6) 2 sc dec, 8 sc, 5 hdc dec, 8 sc, 2 sc dec, (25) 7) 2 hdc dec, 4 sc, 2 hdc dec, 1 hdc, 2 hdc dec, 4 sc, 2 hdc dec (17); start stuffing and giving shape 8) dec all around, 1 sc (9) 9-11) sc even (9); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the leg to the bottom part of the body; finish stuffing and giving shape. With black yarn embroider the toes' lines. TAIL (white yarn) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) *2 sc, dec*, repeat ** twice (6); stuff the tail lightly 5) *1 sc, dec*, repeat ** twice (4); F/O and leave a long tail for sewing the tail to the back of the body. I can't wait to see your version of Snoopy! 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!

Hi my crafty friends and welcome back to my blog for a very special post, that marks my 100th free crochet pattern This has been a challenging year - we had to cope with so many different emotions and deal with uncertainties. It has been anyway a year that has taught us to rediscover what matters the most in life - family and friends and the importance of helping each other. That is why I want to share with you all, as last free pattern of the 2020, a beautiful star tree topper, a symbol of hope and fortune for the year to come! ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with plenty of step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Yellow and Beige MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 7” x W. 6” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), fasten off (F/O), rounds (rnds) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). BASE (yellow yarn) 1) work 10 ch, then join the yarn to the 1st stitch of the round with a sl st, and ch 1 (10) 2) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 3) sc even (12) 4) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 5) sc even (14) 6) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (16) 7) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (18) 8) sc even (18) 9) *8 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (20) 10) sc even (20) 11) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 12) sc even (24) 13) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 14) sc even (28); F/O and cut the yarn. POINTS (yellow yarn; make 4) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) sc even (8) 4) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 5) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 6) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 7) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (16) 8) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (18) 9) *8 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (20) 10) *9 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (22) 11) *10 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (24) 12) *11 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (26) 13) *12 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (28) 14) *13 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (30) 15) sc even (30); F/O and cut the yarn. LONG POINT (yellow yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) sc even (8) 4) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 5) sc even (10) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 7) sc even (12) 8) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 9) sc even (14) 10) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (16) 11) sc even (16) 12) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (18) 13) sc even (18) 14) *8 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (20) 15) sc even (20) 16) *9 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (22) 17) *10 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (24) 18) *11 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (26) 19) *12 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (28) 20) *13 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (30) 21) sc even (30); do not F/O Let’s join the points and the base together and make the front of the star… 1) join the yarn to the 1st st of the last round of any one point, sc in the same st, then work 13 sc (14); keep working on the next point, 14 sc; keep working on the base, crocheting 4 sc; keep working on the next three points, working 14 sc on each one (74) 2) [(1 sc dec, 10 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** twice], 2 sc dec, [(1 sc dec, 10 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** three times] (62) 3) [(4 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 4 times], 1 sc dec, [(4 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 6 times] (51) 4) [(3 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 4 times], 1 sc, [(3 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 6 times] (41) 5) [(2 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 4 times], 1 sc, [(2 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 6 times] (31) 6) [(2 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 7 times], 3 sc (24) 7) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18) 8) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12) 9) sc dec (6); F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Let’s crochet the back of the star now… BACK (yellow yarn) Facing the back of the star, start working on the second point to the left from the base (as we have done for the front). 1) locate the 1st st of round #15 of the point #1, skip one st, joining the yarn into the next one, sc in the same st, then work 13 sc (14); keep working on the next point (#2), skip 1 st (as done for the first point), 14 sc; keep working on the base (#3), skip 1 st, crochet 4 sc; keep working on the next points (#4-5-6), skip 1 st, working 14 sc on each one (74) You should end up with 1 unworked st between each element. 2) [(1 sc dec, 10 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** twice], 2 sc dec, [(1 sc dec, 10 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** three times] (62); start stuffing the points firmly 3) [(4 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 4 times], 1 sc dec, [(4 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 6 times] (51) 4) [(3 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 4 times], 1 sc, [(3 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 6 times] (41) 5) [(2 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 4 times], 1 sc, [(2 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 6 times] (31) 6) [(2 sc, 1 sc dec), repeat ** 7 times], 3 sc (24) 7) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18); keep stuffing 8) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing the star firmly 9) sc dec (6); F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Use yellow yarn and a yarn needle to sew the openings between each point close. Use beige yarn and a yarn needle to embroider the lines on the star as you see on the picture below. I can't wait to see your version of my STAR TREE TOPPER! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hi my crafty friends and...happy Tuesday! Everyone knows that skills and taste change over the years and so, from time to time, I like to revisit my crochet works to give them a new improved look. For today's free project I redesigned one of my first make - a little SNOWBIRD! I decided to reshape the figure working head and body as one single piece and give this little cutie a new hat! So what do you think? Wouldn’t it be a cute Christmas gift or an adorable decor for your tree or fireplace mantel? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ This project is super fun and easy! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with plenty of step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in White, Gray and Pink; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling; Two 6 mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes DIMENSION: H. 6.5” x W. 3” x L. 3.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), front loop only (FLO), fasten off (F/O), rounds (rnds) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). BODY (white yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) sc even (30) 7) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 8-12) sc even (36) Insert the safety eyes between rnds # 7-8, 6 sts apart 13) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 14) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 15) working in FLO, *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 16) working in both loops now, sc even (32); start stuffing the body firmly 17) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 18) sc even (40) 19) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 20-23) sc even (48) 24) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (42) 25) sc even (42) 26) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 27) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 28) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 29) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18); finish stuffing the body firmly 30) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12) 31) sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole and wave in end Embroider the EYEBROWS (between rnds #4-6) and the EYELASHES (between rnds #7-9) with black cotton thread. BEAK (gray yarn) 1) 4 sc in a magic ring (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long tail for sewing the beak to the head between rnds #6-9. WINGS (gray yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 5) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 6-7) sc even (14) 8) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (12) 9) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (8) 10) flatten the wing and crochet through both layers now, 4 sc (4); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the wing to the side of the body between rnds #16-21. LEGS AND FEET (gray cotton yarn, make two) 1) work 15 ch (15); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. 2) work 3 ch, then insert the hook into the 13th chain of the previous made series of chains, work a sl st, then work 3 ch (6); F/O and cut the yarn. Trim the yarn ends, except the one to sew the legs to the body with. Attach the legs to the bottom of the body between rounds #28-29, 7 sts apart. TAIL (white yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 5) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16); F/O and leave a long string of yarn to attach the tail to the back of the body between rnds #22-27. Stuff the tail as you attach it to the body. HAT (pink and gray yarn) 1) starting off with pink yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) sc even (18) 5) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 6) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 7) sc even (30) 8) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) Let’s make the 1st earflap 9) 5 sc (5); ch 1 and turn (work in rows) 10) 1 sc dec, 1 sc, 1 sc dec (3); ch 1 and turn 11) 1 sc, 1 sc dec (2); ch 1 and turn 12) 1 sc dec (1); F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end Let’s make the 2nd earflap 1) count 14 sts from the 5th st of rnd #9, join the yarn in the next one st, work 5 sc (5); ch 1 and turn 2) 1 sc dec, 1 sc, 1 sc dec (3); ch 1 and turn 3) 1 sc, 1 sc dec (2); ch 1 and turn 4) 1 sc dec (1); F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end 5) join gray yarn in any one stitch of the last round of the hat and sc around; F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. POMPON (gray yarn) Wrap gray yarn around your index and middle fingers. Wrap until you get the desired amount of yarn. Gently pull the yarn off of your fingers, wrap another piece around the center of the yarn ball. Tie it tight to secure. Trim to form. Use the yarn ends to attach the pompon to the top of the hat. EARFLAPS TAILS (gray yarn; make two) 1) join gray yarn to the last st of the earflap, work 5 chs (5); F/O and trim the end I can't wait to see your version of my SNOWBIRD! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

HAPPY NEW YEAR MY CRAFTY FRIENDS!! 2019 was a wonderful year! New collaborations, many new designs and a brand new blog were the highlights of the past year...but I'm so excited to see what 2020 will bring! Do you have any dreams, plans and projects for the new year? I surely want to keep the good old habit to share new, free crochet designs with you all! ...so without further ado, let me introduce you to a sweet little giraffe! Sophie is a 6.5" tall adorable giraffe, made with a super soft acrylic yarn. ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Enjoy! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: - Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Yellow, Pink, White and Light Brown - Aunt Lydia Cotton Thread (Lace 10) in Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Yarn Needle HOOK SIZES: E/3.25 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) otherwise instructed. 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). LEGS AND BODY (yellow, pink and white yarn) Make two: 1) starting off with yellow yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3-4) sc even (8); F/O, hide the yarn and stuff the leg Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 3 INSTEAD Merge the two legs together: 5) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, 7 sc, 1 hdc in each st between the two legs, keep working on the 2nd leg, 8 sc, 1 hdc in each st between the two legs (22) 6) switch to pink yarn, sc even (22) 7-10) sc even (22); keep stuffing as you go 11) working in BLO, sc even (22) 12) *9 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (20) 13) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16) 14) sc even (16) 15) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12) 16) switch to white yarn, working in FLO, sc even (12) 17) join the yellow yarn to the BLO of the 1st st of round #15, sc even (12) 18-22) sc even (12); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the body to the head. Finish stuffing the body firmly. HEAD (yellow yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7-10) sc even (36) 11) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 12-16) sc even (48) 17) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 18) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 19) sc dec around (12); F/O and cut the yarn. Stuff the head firmly Embroider the EYES with black cotton thread (between rnds #9-10; 9 sts apart). Embroider the EYEBROWS with black cotton thread. MUZZLE (white yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) sc even (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the muzzle to the head (between rnds #10-16). Stuff the muzzle as you attach it. Embroider the NOSE with black cotton thread. ANTLERS (light brown and yellow yarn; make two) 1) starting off with light brown yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) sc even (8) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 5) switch to yellow yarn, sc even (6) 6) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the antlers on top of the head. Attach the antlers between rounds #2-4. EARS (yellow yarn; make two) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** twice (8) 4) sc even (8) 5) sc dec around (4); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the ear on top of the head. Attach the ears between rounds #4-6. SKIRT (pink yarn) 1) holding the giraffe upside down, insert the hook into the FLO of the 1st st of round #10 of the body, join the yarn with a sl st, sc in the same st , 1 sc inc in the next st, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** 10 times (33) 2-4) sc even (33) 5) 15 sc, 1 sc inc, 16 sc, 1 sc inc (35); F/O and cut the yarn. ARMS (yellow yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2-3) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the arm to the side of the body (between rounds #12-14). Stuff the arm lightly. I can't wait to see your version of my little GIRAFFE! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

December is finally here and it's officially time to start thinking about Christmas! I'm sure many of you have already put up the Christmas tree, lights and decorations - It has been demonstrated that Christmas decor can really improve the mood, and we definitely need an extra dose of good feelings this year - don't you agree?! I'll follow the Italian tradition and wait until December 8th to start decorating. But this doesn’t mean I have to wait to work on some Christmas projects! Today I'll be sharing an easy and fun project to crochet a pair of Christmas candles. They work perfectly as a safe toy for kids or as tree ornaments! ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with a lot of step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Red, Green, Linen and Yellow MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: Red Candle H. 5.5” x W. 2.5” / Green Candle H. 6” x W. 2” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O), rounds (rnds) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). RED CANDLE (red yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7) working in BLO, sc even (48) 8-29) working in both loops now, sc even (48); start stuffing 30) working in BLO, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 31) working in both loops now, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 32) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 33) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing 34) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and wave in end GREEN CANDLE (green yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7) working in BLO, sc even (36) 8-38) working in both loops now, sc even (36); start stuffing 39) working in BLO, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 40) working in both loops now, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 41) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18) 42) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing 43) sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole and wave in end Embroider the STAR shaped decorations on the candles with linen yarn. SMALL FLAME (yellow and linen yarn) 1) starting off with yellow yarn, 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (12) 5) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16) 6) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 7) [*2 sc in yellow, 1 sc in linen*, repeat ** 6 times], 2 sc in yellow (20) 8) [*1 sc in yellow, 2 sc in linen*, repeat ** 6 times], 1 sc in yellow, 1 sc in linen (20) 9) keep working with linen yarn only, sc even (20) 10) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (15) 11) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the flame to the top of the green candle. Stuff the candle before attaching it. BIG FLAME (yellow and linen yarn) 1) starting off with yellow yarn, 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (12) 5) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 6) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 7) *2 sc in yellow, 1 sc in linen*, repeat ** 8 times (24) 8) *1 sc in yellow, 2 sc in linen*, repeat ** 8 times (24) 9) keep working with linen yarn only, sc even (24) 10) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16) 11) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the flame to the top of the red candle. Stuff the candle before attaching it. I can't wait to see your version of my CHRISTMAS CANDLES! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

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!

Who would have ever thought my little sausage dog could make the perfect Christmas Elf on the Shelf? A little bit of imagination, a cute elf costume and....he is ready to make this Christmas even more special! He will check who's been naughty and who's been nice and he'll have a lot of fun playing hide and seek in the house with the whole family! So what are you waiting for? Grab your crochet hook and your favorite yarn and crochet along with me! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with a lot of step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. So are you ready to make your own Elf on the Shelf?! Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Brown, Red, Green, Yellow and Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Two 6 mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 6.5” x W. 5.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), front loop only (FLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). BODY (brown, red, green, yellow yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) sc even (40) 7) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 8-21) sc even (48) Insert the plastic safety eyes between rounds # 11-12, 18 stitches apart. 22) switch to red yarn, sc even (48) 23) keep working with red yarn, 5 sc, switch to green yarn, 1 sc, *switch back to red yarn, 5 sc, switch to green yarn, 1 sc*, repeat ** 7 times (48) 24) keep working with green yarn, 1 sc, switch to red yarn, 3 sc, switch to green yarn, 3 sc, *switch back to red yarn, 3 sc, switch to green yarn, 3 sc*, repeat ** 6 times, switch back to red yarn, 3 sc, switch to green yarn, 2 sc (48) 25) keep working with green yarn, 2 sc, switch to red yarn, 1 sc, switch to green yarn, 5 sc, *switch back to red yarn, 1 sc, switch to green yarn, 5 sc*, repeat ** 6 times, switch back to red yarn, 1 sc, switch to green yarn, 3 sc (48) 26) keep working with green yarn, sc even (48) 27-32) sc even (48) 33) switch to yellow yarn, sc even (48) 34) sc even (48); start stuffing the body 35) switch back to green yarn, sc even (48) 36-44) sc even (48) 45) switch to brown yarn, sc even (48) 46) sc even (48) 47) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 48) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 49) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 50) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing the body firmly 51) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and wave in ends. Embroider the NOSE between rnds # 3-6 and the vertical line between rnds # 1-4 with black yarn. Embroider the EYEBROWS between rnds # 13-15 with black yarn. HAT (red and green yarn) 1) starting off with red yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 5) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16) 6) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 7-8) sc even (20) 9) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 10-11) sc even (24) 12) switch to green yarn, sc even (24) 13) working in FLO, *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 14-15) working in both loops now, sc even (28); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Stuff the inside of the hat lightly and secure it to the top of the head, between rounds # 10-21. LEGS (brown and green yarn; make two) 1) starting off with brown yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (12) 3) sc even (12) 4) switch to green yarn, sc even (12) 5-6) sc even (12); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Sew the front legs to the bottom part of the body, between rnds # 21-26 and the back legs between rnds # 36-41. Stuff the legs before sewing them on. EARS (black yarn; make two) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (12) 3-5) sc even (12) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (10) 7) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the ears, flatten them instead before sewing them to the side of the head, between rounds # 16-22. TAIL (black yarn) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3-5) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long string of yarn to sew the tail to the back of the body, between rnds # 46-50. POMPON (yellow yarn) Wrap yellow yarn around your index and middle fingers. Wrap until you get the desired amount of yarn. Gently pull the yarn off of your fingers, wrap another string of yarn around the center of the yarn ball. Tie it tight to secure. Trim to form. Use the yarn ends to attach the pompon to the tip of the hat. I can't wait to see your version of my ELF ON THE SHELF SAUSAGE DOG! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Who's in for a quick and super easy-to-work crochet project? If you are, stick around and you'll get to meet a cute Little Mouse today! This little fella would make the sweetest addition to any baby's room...how perfect would it be on little shelves, picking out among books, or hanging from a mobile, or as a tooth mouse? I'll leave you the choice... Nose pointing upward, embroidered arms and cute little ears are what make this cutie so special to me. The instructions to create the little mouse are really simple and ask for the basic stitches knowledge...and just a bit of embroidering skills are required! So are you ready to work along and create this sweet little mouse? ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with a lot of step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Pink and Gray; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 3.5” x W. 2.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O) INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 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). BODY (pink and gray yarn) 1) starting off with pink yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) switch to gray yarn, sc even (8) 3) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 5) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16) 6) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 7-8) sc even (20) 9) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16) 10-11) sc even (16) 12) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 13) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 14) sc even (24); start filling 15) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 16) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 17) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 18-24) sc even (40) 25) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 26) sc even (32) 27) working in BLO, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 28) working in both loops now, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing 29) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and wave in end. EARS (gray and pink yarn; make two) 1) starting off with gray yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) 1 sc, 1 sc inc, 1 sc, switch to pink yarn, 1 sc inc, 1 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 1 sc inc, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** three times (18) 4) keep working with gray yarn, 3 sc, switch to pink yarn, 5 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 10 sc (18) 5) repeat round #4 6) keep working with gray yarn, 1 sc, 1 sc dec, switch to pink yarn, 1 sc, 2 sc dec, switch back to gray yarn, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** three times, 1 sc (12) 7) keep working with gray yarn, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (8); F/O, and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the ear to the body between rounds # 5-8. TAIL (gray yarn) 1) work 31 ch, 1 sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, 29 sl sts (30); F/O and leave a long string of yarn to attach the tail to the back of the body, between rounds # 24-25. Embroider the ARMS between rounds # 15-22 of the body with pink yarn. Embroider the MOUTH between rounds # 1-7 of the muzzle with black cotton thread. Embroider the EYES between rounds # 4-6 with black cotton thread. I can't wait to see your version of my LITTLE MOUSE! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

It's finally time to start decorating for the Holidays! ...and apparently someone here joined the joyful spirit and made her house looking a lot like Christmas! Her name is Martha and she's a cutest and funniest snail around. She loves bringing happy feelings and a smile to anyone she runs (well, maybe running is not the right term 😅) into on her path. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ This project is super fun and quite easy! It just requires basic sewing knowledge, since the bottom part of the body is not crocheted but sewn . Are you planning to add Martha the Snail to your Christmas Tree?...well, then grab your hook and favorite yarn to create the perfect ornament to match your tree decorations. ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with plenty of step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Yellow, White, Green and Pink; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 4” x W. 4.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). BODY (yellow yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4-5) sc even (18) 6) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 7-11) sc even 12) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 13-16) sc even (28); start stuffing the body 17) 17 ch, work 1 sc inc into the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sc inc into the next st, 14 sc, keep working on the main body, skip 1st st of rnd #16, 26 sc, skip last st of rnd #16, go back working on the foundation chain, 14 sc, 2 sc inc (62) 18) 2 sc inc, 58 sc, 2 sc inc (66) 19) 2 sc inc, 62 sc, 2 sc inc (70) 20) sc even (70) 21) 21 sc, [*5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** four times], 21 sc (66) 22-24) sc even (66) 25)1 sc dec, 29 sc, 2 sc dec, 29 sc, 1 sc dec (62) 26) working in BLO, sc even (62); F/O and leave a 10” long tail of yarn to close up the bottom part of the body. Insert the needle with the yellow thread into the FLO of 1st st of rnd #26, pull the yarn, then insert the needle into the FLO of the st on the opposite side of the round. Work the entire length of the body until you close the bottom. Stuff as you sew it close. BORDER OF FOOT (yellow yarn) 1) holding the snail upside down, insert the hook into the FLO of the 1st st of rnd #25 of the body, join the yellow yarn, ch1, work 2 hdc into each st around (124); F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end. Embroider the MOUTH between rounds # 27-28. EYES (yellow yarn; make two) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2-3) sc even (8) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 5-6) sc even (6) 7) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (4); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the eye, sew it to the top of the head, between rnds # 1-2. Embroider the PUPIL between rounds # 2-3 of the eye with black cotton thread. Use some scrap white yarn to embroider the LIGHT REFLECTION. Embroider the CHEEKS between rounds # 4-5 of the body with pink yarn. CHRISTMAS BALL ORNAMENT (yellow, white and green yarn) 1) starting off with yellow yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) working in BLO, sc even (12) 4) working in both loops now, sc even (12) 5) switch to white yarn, working in FLO only, sc inc around (24) 6) working in both loops now, *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 7) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 8) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 9) sc even (42) 10) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 11) switch to yellow yarn, *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (54) 12) switch back to white yarn, sc even (54) 13) sc even (54) 14) switch to green yarn, *8 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (60) 15) sc even (60) 16) (work alternating colors), *2 sc in green, 2 sc in white*, repeat ** around (60) 17) repeat rnd #16 (60) 18) working with green yarn only, sc even (60) 19) sc even (60) 20) switch to white yarn, *8 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (54) 21) sc even (54) 22) switch to yellow yarn, sc even (54) 23) switch back to white yarn, *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 24) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (42) 25) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36); start stuffing the ball 26) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 27) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 28) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18) 29) working in BLO, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing the ball firmly 30) working in both loops now, sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the ornament onto the body. Add some yellow yarn to the topper to create the hanger. I can't wait to see your version of my MARTHA the CHRISTMAS SNAIL! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

The Michigan Fall hasn’t disappointed this year and has gifted us with the most amazing colors again. I've been enjoying taking long walks into the woods to get the best look at the nature around, smell the autumn scents, walk onto the crunchy leaves... ...and meet little creatures as this cute red-and-white spotted toadstool! His name is Victor - he's a friendly and fun little mushroom! ___________________________________________________________________________________________ I had a lot of fun designing and crocheting Victor. It is a fairly quick project that can be personalized with just a little bit of creativity! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with plenty of step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Beige, White, Red; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 6” x W. 3.5” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). LEGS AND BODY (beige, white and red yarn) Make two: 1) starting off with beige yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) sc even (12) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16) 5-6) sc even (16) Do not cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, INSTEAD CH 6. Merge the two legs together: 7) join the yarn with a sl st to the 2nd leg, ch 1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 15 sc, 6 hdc (between the two legs), keep working on the other leg, 16 sc, 6 hdc (between the two legs) (44) 8) 15 sc, 1 sc inc, 1 sc, 1 sc inc, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, 1 sc, 1 sc inc, 15 sc, 6 sc (48) 9) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (56) 10-19) sc even (56) 20) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 21-23) sc even (48) 24) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 25) sc even (40); start stuffing 26) working in BLO, sc even (40) 27-34) working in both loops now, sc even (40) 35) switch to white yarn, *1 dc, 1 dc inc*, repeat ** around (60) 36) *2 dc, 1 dc inc*, repeat ** around (80) 37) dc even (80) 38) switch to red yarn, working in back loop only, sc even (80) 39-40) working in both loops now, sc even (80) 41) *8 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (72) 42) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (64) 43) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (56) 44) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 45-46) sc even (48); keep stuffing as you go 47) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 48) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 49) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 50) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18) 51) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing 52) sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole and wave in end Embroider the EYES between rounds # 31-33, 4 stitches apart. Embroider the MOUTH between rounds # 27-28. Apply some pink blush to the cheek with a make-up brush. Apply some brown eyeshadow to the feet with a make-up brush. RING (beige yarn) 1) holding the mushroom upside down, insert the hook into the front loop of the 1st st of rnd #26, join the beige yarn with a sl st, work 1 sc into the same st, 3 sc, 1 sc inc, *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** till the end of the round (48) 2) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (56); F/O, cut the yarn and wave in end ARMS (beige yarn; make two) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 3-4) sc even (10) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8) 6-7) sc even (8) 9) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the arm, sew it to the side of the body, between rnds # 22-24. SCALES (white yarn) Small scale 1) 8 sc in a mr (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Medium scale 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Big scale 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Sew the scales on top of the mushroom’s cap. I can't wait to see your version of my VICTOR the MUSHROOM! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

This Halloween is going to be great! My little Hector the Spider is super excited to have few new little friends keeping him company. I have designed few more "spooky" characters and I'm so happy to share the first one for free with you all! Let me introduce to the adorable...ops...super scary LINETTE the BAT!!! It is such an easy design that works really fast and will make a big hit during this Halloween season! Display it in your house or gift it to your little ones. I'm sure they will be delighted! Don't forget to leave a comment below...I'm curious to know what you all think about LINETTE. ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in Light Gray and White; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 -2.75 mm Crochet Hook; 10mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 4” x W. 8.5” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTION: join at the end of each round and ch1, unless otherwise instructed 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). LEGS AND BODY (gray yarn) Make two: 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 3) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 4) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 5) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (16); F/O Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 8 INSTEAD. Merge the two legs together: 6) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 15 sc, work 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs, keep working on the 2nd leg, 16 sc, work 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs (48) 7) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (56) 8-23) sc even (56); keep stuffing as you go 24) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 25-26) sc even (48) Insert the plastic safety eyes between rounds #20-21, 11 stitches apart 27) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 28) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 29) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 30) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing the body firmly 31) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn. Embroider the MOUTH (rounds #15-17; 10 stitches long) and the line underneath the EYES with black classic cotton thread. Embroider the TEETH with white yarn. Apply some pink blush underneath the eyes. WINGS (gray yarn; make two) Part #1: 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) sc even (12); F/O and cut the yarn Part #2: 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (12) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16); F/O and cut the yarn Part #3: 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) sc even (18) Do no cut the yarn once you have completed part #3. Merge the three parts together: 5) work 9 sc, keep working on the part #2 and crochet 8 sc, keep working on the part #1 and crochet 12 sc, back to part #2, crochet 8 sc, and back to part #3 and crochet 9 sc (46) 6) 8 sc, 1 sc dec, 6 sc, 1 sc dec, 10 sc, 1 sc dec, 6 sc, 1 sc dec, 8 sc (42) 7) sc even (42) 8) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 9) sc even (36) 10) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 11) sc even (30) 12) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 13) sc even (24); do not stuff the wing 14) flatten the wing and work through both layers, 12 sc (12); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the wing to the side of the body, between rounds # 8-19. Embroider three vertical lines with black cotton thread as shown in the picture. EARS (gray yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 5) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the ear on top of the body between rounds # 26-29. Do not stuff the ear. Embroider the three lines with black cotton thread as shown in the picture. I can't wait to see your version of my LINETTE THE BAT! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my crafty friends! Are you ready for my weekly free crochet pattern? I literally fell in love with Coco's look...that chubby shape and the gorgeous mustard scarf are beyond adorable. ... so I couldn’t help but working on a new character based on the same design! Let me introduce you to Zelda the Zebra!! I had a lot of fun designing and crocheting Zelda! Few things that I love about this project... - the muzzle and the body are joined and then worked in one piece (instead of being sewn together) to give a more natural look - the fuzzy mane made by attaching strings of yarn to the zebra's neck - the knit-look crochet scarf made with the Tunisian technique Here on the blog you'll find the written instructions on how to work the scarf, but if you are new to this technique you can find many explanatory step-by-step pictures on the PDF version listed on my Etsy page So are you ready to make your own Zelda the Zebra?! Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in White, Black, Gray and Pink; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; (Tunisian) Crochet Hook H8 - 5 mm; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 7.5” x W. 4” ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), Tunisian simple stitch (TSS), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch 1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). MUZZLE (gray and white yarn) 1) starting off with gray yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7-9) sc even (36) 10) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 11) sc even (30) 12) switch to white yarn, sc even (30) 13-15) sc even (30); F/O, cut the yarn and stuff the muzzle. BODY (white and black yarn) 1) starting off with white yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7-9) sc even (48) 10) switch to black yarn, sc even (48) 11) switch back to white yarn, sc even (48) 12-13) sc even (48) 14) switch to black yarn, sc even (48) 15) switch back to white yarn, sc even (48) 16-17) sc even (48); start stuffing 18) switch to black yarn, sc even (48) 19) switch back to white yarn, sc even (48) 20-21) sc even (48) 22) switch to black yarn, sc even (48) 23) switch back to white yarn, sc even (48) 24-25) sc even (48); keep stuffing as you go 26) switch to black yarn, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 27) switch back to white yarn, sc even (40) 28-29) sc even (40) 30) switch to black yarn, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 31) switch back to white yarn, sc even (32) 32-33) sc even (32) Do not cut the yarn once you have completed the body, CH 1 INSTEAD. Merge the body and the muzzle together: 34) join the yarn with a sl st to any one stitch of the last round of the muzzle, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 29 sc, work 1 hdc in the chain between muzzle and body, then keep working on the body, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 8 times, then work 1 last hdc into the ch in between body and muzzle (56) 35) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 6 times, 26 sc (50) 36-37) sc even (50) 38) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 39) sc even (40); keep stuffing as you go 40) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 41) sc even (32) 42) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 16 sc (28) 43) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 44) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing 45) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and wave in ends Embroider the NOSTRILS between rounds # 5-8 of the muzzle, 14 stitches apart. Embroider the U-shaped EYES between rounds # 16-19 of the muzzle, 10 stitches apart. Embroider the EYEBROWS between rounds # 19-21, 6 stitches apart. EARS (white yarn; make two) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) sc even (8) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the ears, flatten them instead before sewing them on the top of the head, between rounds #39-43. MANE (black yarn) Cut a total of 15 6” long strings of black yarn. - fold yarn in half having a U-shaped bend on one side and two ‘tails’ on the other side - insert your hook into a loop, and catch the bend in your string piece - pull the bend through the loop - pull the two ‘tails’ through the bend and then pull the tails - repeat along the neck of the zebra - separate yarn fibers, then brush them - trim the mane to desired length (approximately half inch). ARMS (black and white yarn; make two) 1) starting off with black yarn, 5 sc in a mr (5) 2) sc inc around (10) 3) sc even (10) 4) switch to white yarn, sc even (10) 5) sc even (10) 6) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8) 7) sc even (8) 8) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 9-10) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the arm, sew it to the side of the body, between rounds # 24-26. LEGS (black and white yarn; make two) 1) starting off with black yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 3) sc even (10) 4) switch to white yarn, sc even (10) 5-10) sc even (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the leg to the bottom part of the body, between round #2-6. Stuff the leg before sewing it on. TAIL (black yarn) 1) leaving a long string of yarn at the beginning of the work, ch 5, work 1 sl st into the 2nd ch from the hook, work then 3 sl st (4); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Open up the fibers of both strings at the end of the tail, brush them and cut them at the desire length. Use a scrap piece of black yarn to sew the other end of the tail to the back of the body, between rounds #12-13. SCARF (pink yarn) 1) Chain 4 2) Insert your hook into the 2nd ch from your hook, yarn over (wrap the yarn over your hook) and pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook. (This adds one loop onto your hook) 3) Insert your hook into the next chain, yarn over (wrap the yarn over your hook) and pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook. (This adds one loop onto your hook) Repeat steps 3 for each chain across. When you are done you should have 4 loops on your hook. Now let’s finish this row of Tunisian simple stitches by working in the other direction. 4) Yarn over (wrap yarn over your hook), pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook. (There should still be 4 loops on your hook) 5) Yarn over (wrap yarn over your hook), pull the strand of yarn through the next 2 loops on your hook. (There should now be 1 less loop on your hook) Repeat steps 5 until there is only 1 loop left on your hook 6) Insert your hook between the 2 vertical bars of the 2nd st. Yarn over (wrap yarn over your hook) Pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook (This adds one loop onto your hook). Do the same for each stitch across. When you are done you should have 4 loops on your hook. Make a total of 53 rows. Once you have completed the last row, fasten off and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the first and the last rows together. Wrap the infinity scarf around the body. I can't wait to see your version of my ZELDA THE ZEBRA! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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 love spending time outside during the Fall season and being surrounded by the trees and their beautiful colors. I enjoy the chilly mornings and the evenings on the deck by the fire...and long and warm scarves are always with me during this time of the year! Yes, I cannot hide that I'm kinda obsessed with scarves and I buy and make too many. But how can you resist their awesome patterns and colors? ...and apparently I'm not alone! Look at the gorgeous scarf Coco the Rabbit is wearing!! I made this infinity scarf with the Tunisian technique that allows you to obtain a wonderful knit-like look! Have you ever tried the Tunisian Simple Stitch? Here on the blog you'll find the written instructions on how to work the scarf, but if you are new to this technique you can find many explanatory step-by-step pictures on the PDF version listed on my Etsy page So are you ready to make your own Coco the Rabbit?! Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Light (3) in Linen, Mustard; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 - 2.75 mm Hook; (Tunisian) Crochet Hook H8 - 5 mm; Two 6 mm Black; Plastic Safety Eyes; Poly Filling; Yarn Needle DIMENSION: H. 7” x W. 3.5” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), back loop only (BLO), Tunisian simple stitch (TSS), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate 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). BODY (linen yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7-11) sc even (48) Insert the plastic safety eyes between rounds # 8-9, 9 stitches apart. 12) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (56) 13-18) sc even (56) 19) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (64) 20-31) sc even (64); start stuffing the body 32) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (56) 33) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 34) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 35) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 36) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 37) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing the body firmly 38) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and wave in ends. Embroider the NOSE between rounds # 8-10 (4 stitches long); make also the vertical line between rounds # 10-13. Embroider the EYEBROWS between rounds # 5-7, 9 stitches apart. EARS (linen yarn; make two) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 3) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 4) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 5-7) sc even (14) 8) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (12) 9) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (8) 10) sc even (8) 11) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 12) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the ears, flatten them instead before sewing them on the top of the head, between rounds # 1-4. LEGS (mustard and linen yarn; make two) 1) starting off with mustard yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 3-6) sc even (10) 7) switch to linen yarn, sc even (10) 8) sc even (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the legs to the bottom part of the body, between round # 2-6. Stuff the legs before sewing them on. ARMS (lines yarn; make two) 1) 10 sc in a mr (10) 2-3) sc even (10) 4) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8) 5) sc even (8) 6) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 7-9) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Do not stuff the arms, sew them to the side of the body, between rounds # 18-19. TAIL (linen yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) working in BLO, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) working in BLO, sc even (18) 5) working in BLO, sc even (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the tail to the back of the body, between rounds 23-31. Stuff it while attaching it to the body. SCARF (mustard yarn) 1) Chain 5 2) Insert your hook into the 2nd ch from your hook, yarn over and pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook. This adds one loop onto your hook. 3) Insert your hook into the next chain, yarn over and pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook. This adds one loop onto your hook. Repeat steps 3 for each chain across. When you are done you should have 5 loops on your hook. Now let’s complete this row of Tunisian simple stitches by working in the opposite direction. 4) Yarn over, pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook. There should still be 5 loops on your hook. 5) Yarn over, pull the strand of yarn through the next 2 loops on your hook. There should now be 1 less loop on your hook. Repeat steps 5 until there is only 1 loop left on your hook. 6) Insert your hook between the 2 vertical bars of the 2nd st. Yarn over, pull the strand of yarn through the first loop on your hook. This adds one loop onto your hook. Do the same for each stitch across. When you are done you should have 5 loops on your hook. Make a total of 75 rows. Once you have completed the last row, fasten off and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the first and the last rows together. Wrap the infinity scarf around Coco's body. I can't wait to see your version of my COCO THE RABBIT! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

...and here we are with the second character from the Halloween crochet project I've been working on for the past couple of weeks! Her name is Moony and she's the sweetest ghost around. Linette and Moony love to fly around and visit kids during the Halloween night. They are anything but scary. So grab your hook and yarn and work with me on this fun project! Blake the Cat and Hugo the Candy Corn complete the gang and you can find them on my Etsy shop! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in White; Classic Cotton Thread in Black MATERIALS: C2 -2.75 mm Crochet Hook; 10mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes; Poly Filling DIMENSION: H. 4” x W. 5” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 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). LEGS AND BODY (white yarn) Make two: 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 3) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 4) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 5) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (16); F/O Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 8 INSTEAD. Merge the two legs together: 6) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 15 sc, work 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs, keep working on the 2nd leg, 16 sc, work 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs (48) 7) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (54) 8-23) sc even (54); keep stuffing as you go 24) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 25-26) sc even (48) Insert the plastic safety eyes between rounds #20-21, 11 stitches apart 27) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 28) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 29) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 30) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing the body firmly 31) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn. Embroider the MOUTH (rnd #15-18; 4 stitches long and 2 stitches high) and the EYELASHES with black classic cotton thread. Apply some pink blush underneath the eyes. ARMS (white yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3-4) sc even (12); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the arm to the side of the body, between rounds # 11-17. TAIL (white yarn) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) sc even 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 5-6) sc even (8) 7) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 8) sc even (10) 9) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 10) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 11) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (16) 12) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 13) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 14) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 15) sc even (28); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the “tail” to the side of the body between rounds # 4-16. Stuff it lightly before attaching it. You can insert metal wire to keep it in shape. I can't wait to see your version of my MOONY THE GHOST! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hi my dear friends! Hope your week started off great! Summer is almost over and with Fall just around the corner I cannot help but starting thinking about the spookiest time of the year...Halloween! My husband and I really enjoy decorating our house with all sort of Halloween inspired items and I always like to add a handmade crocheted piece every year! I thought it would be fun to share this year's project with you all..a cute little spider and his big spiderweb! For this project there's gonna be needed a little bit of experience with the following stitches: treble crochet, double treble, triple treble and quadruple treble. If you are not familiar with these stitches I suggest you to check my PDF version! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in Black and White MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook; Black Aluminum Wire (16 gauge); Polyester Fiber Filling; White Felt; Two 6 mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes DIMENSION: Spider 1.5” x 4.5” - Spiderweb 8.5” x 8.5” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), treble crochet (tr), double treble crochet, triple treble crochet, quadruple treble crochet, back loop only (BLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O), magic ring (mr) INSTRUCTION: join at the end of each round and ch1, unless otherwise instructed SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate 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). SPIDER (black yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) sc even (40) 7) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 8-11) sc even (48) 12) working in BLO, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 13) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) Cut two rounded pieces of white felt and cut a hole in them. Insert the plastic safety EYES between rounds #10-11, 3 stitches apart. 14) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 15) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16); stuff the spider firmly 16) dec around (8); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn. Cut three 6” long pieces of aluminum wire. Insert the wires between rnds 10-11. Bend the wire to shape the legs. SPIDERWEB (white yarn) 1) work 12 ch, join the yarn to the first st with a sl st, ch 4, *work 6 ch, skip 1 st and treble crochet (tr) into the next ch*, repeat ** 5 times, 6 ch and join with a sl st into the 4th ch from the beginning of the round (6 ch spaces) 2) ch 4, *work 10 ch, and tr into the next tr of previous rnd*, repeat ** 5 times, 10 ch and join with a sl st into the 4th ch from the beginning of the round (6 ch spaces) 3) ch 6, *work 15 ch, and double treble into the next tr of previous rnd*, repeat ** 5 times, 15 ch and join with a sl st into the 6th ch from the beginning of the round (6 ch spaces) 4) ch 8, *work 22 ch, and triple treble into the next double tr of previous rnd*, repeat ** 5 times, 22 ch and join with a sl st into the 8th ch from the beginning of the round (6 ch spaces) 5) ch 10, *work 30 ch, and quadruple treble into the next triple tr of previous rnd*, repeat ** 5 times, 30 ch and join with a sl st into the 10th ch from the beginning of the round (6 ch spaces); F/O You can attach extra yarn to each corner of the spiderweb in case you wanted to hang it. I can't wait to see your version of my HECTOR THE SPIDER! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my dear friends! I'm back to my beloved crochet after few days of vacation in the beautiful Upper Peninsula in Michigan. I got the chance to spend time in the nature, walk beautiful trails and rest on peaceful sandy beaches on Lake Superior. We had gorgeous sunny days...and yes, the rain got us few times but that was just a bless because it gifted us with the most beautiful rainbow we have ever seen. ...and this is where I got the idea for today's free project! I created these two cute Rainbows that would make a perfect wall decor for a baby nursery. Play with your favorite colors and yarn and create something unique! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in White, Pink, Mustard, Gray and Blue MATERIALS: 3.5 mm Crochet Hook DIMENSION: H. 8” x W. 4” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 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). RAINBOW 1) start crocheting with white/gray yarn, work 15 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 12 sc, 2 sc inc, keep working on the other side of the foundation chain, 13 sc (30), ch 1 and turn 2)13 sc, 4 sc inc, 13 sc (34), turn 3) switch to pink/blue yarn, ch 1, working in BLO, sc even (34), ch 1 and turn 4) working in both loops now, 13 sc, 8 sc inc, 13 sc (42), turn 5) switch to mustard yarn, ch 1, working in BLO, sc even (42), ch 1 and turn 6) working in both loops now, 13 sc, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** 8 times, 13 sc (50), turn 7) switch to white/gray yarn, ch 1, working in BLO, sc even (50), ch 1 and turn 8) working in both loops now, 13 sc, *1 sc inc, 2 sc *, repeat ** 8 times, 13 sc (58), turn 9) switch to pink/blue yarn, ch 1, working in BLO, sc even (58), ch 1 and turn 10) working in both loops now, 13 sc, *3 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** 8 times, 13 sc (66), turn 11) switch to mustard yarn, ch 1, working in BLO, sc even (66), ch 1 and turn 12) working in both loops now, 13 sc, *1 sc inc, 4 sc*, repeat ** 8 times, 13 sc (74), ch 1 and turn F/O, cut and hide the yarn. FRINGES Cut 8 pieces of blue, pink and mustard yarn into 13″ strands. Cut 4 pieces of white and gray yarn into 13″ strands. Fold each strand of yarn in half, forming a loop at one end. Take your hook and draw the loop through the stitch that you’re attaching the fringe to. Make a knot. Alternate colors following the rainbow pattern. Trim the fringe at the desired length. HANGER 1) crochet 13 ch tight. F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the hanger to the top of the rainbow. Hide and cut the yarn. I can't wait to see your version of my RAINBOW WALL DECOR! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Despite I'm absolutely in love with Summer, with the beautiful hot and sunny days, the day trips to the lake, the yummy ice creams, I can't help but dreaming of Fall and Pumpkin Season. Am I the only one? I'm sure many of you have already started working on Fall and Christmas projects to get ready for the Holiday Season. There is something special about winter crafts, don't you agree? Here I am today with a special gift for all the pumpkin lovers out there...a cute Pumpkin House free crochet pattern! Isn’t it adorable? I can already see it decorating your kids' rooms, fireplace mantels and porches. So, what are you waiting for? It's crochet time! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in Terra Cotta, Yellow, Green and Black MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook; Polyester Fiber Filling DIMENSION: H. 5” x W. 5” x D. 5” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O), magic ring (mr) INSTRUCTION: join at the end of each round and ch1, unless otherwise instructed SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 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). PUMPKIN (terra cotta yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (56) 8) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (64) 9) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (72) 10) sc even (72) 11) *8 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (80) 12) *9 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (88) 13) sc even (88) 14) *10 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (96) 15) *11 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (104) 16-17) sc even (104) 18) *12 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (112) 19-39) sc even (112) 40) *12 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (104) 41) sc even (104) 42) *11 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (96) 43) *10 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (88) 44) sc even (88); start stuffing 45) *9 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (80) 46) *8 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (72) 47) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (64) 48) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (56) 49) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 50) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 51) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 52) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 53) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing the pumpkin tightly 54) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and leave a very long tail of yarn to create the pumpkin bumps. Insert the needle up through the center and pull it out on the other side, wrap it around the pumpkin back to the bottom, stick the needle back up through the center and pull it tight so that it squeezes the pumpkin. Continue wrapping it around so that you end up with 6 bumps. STEM (green yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) working in BLO, sc even (16) 4-6) working in both loops now, sc even (16) 7) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12) 8-10) sc even (12) 11) 3 sc, 20 ch, 3 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3 sc in the next 18 chains, 1 sc in the 4th stitch of round #10, 3 sc , 30 ch, 3 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3 sc in each of the next 28 chains, 1 sc in the 8th sc of round #10, 4 sc (156); F/O and leave a long tail to attach the stem on top of the pumpkin. WINDOWS (yellow, terra cotta and black yarn; make two) 1) starting off with yellow yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) switch to terra cotta yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) sl st around (32); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the window to the side of the pumpkin. Embroider the WINDOW GRILL with black yarn. DOOR (green, yellow and terra cotta yarn / work in rows, ch1 and turn at the end of each row) 1) starting off with green yarn, work 10 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 8 sc (9); ch1 and turn 2) sc even (9); ch1 and turn 3) 4 sc, 1 sc inc, 4 sc (10); ch1 and turn 4) sc even (10); ch1 and turn 5) 1 sc inc, 8 sc, 1 sc inc (12); ch1 and turn 6-8) sc even (12); ch1 and turn 9) 1 sc inc, 10 sc, 1 sc inc (14); ch1 and turn 10) sc even (14) 11) 3 sc, switch to yellow yarn, 8 sc, switch back to green yarn, 3 sc (14) 12) repeat row #11 (14) 13) keep working with green yarn, 1 sc, 1 sc dec, switch to yellow yarn, 8 sc, switch back to green yarn, 1 sc, 1 sc dec (12) 14) sc even (12) 15) keep working with green yarn, 2 sc, switch to yellow yarn, 3 sc, 1 sc dec, 3 sc, switch back to green yarn, 2 sc (11) 16) keep working with green yarn, 2 sc, switch to yellow yarn, 3 sc, 1 sc dec, 2 sc, switch back to green yarn, 2 sc (10) 17) working with green yarn only, 10 sc (10); do not cut the yarn… …keep working around, 1 sc in each stitch around; 3 sc in each corner stitch at the base of the door. Once you have completed the round, do not cut the yarn, sl st around instead. F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the door to the side of the pumpkin. Embroider the DOOR WINDOW GRILL with black yarn. Embroider the HANDLE and the DOOR HINGES with terra cotta yarn. I can't wait to see your version of my PUMPKIN HOUSE! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

...and here we are with the second part of this fun crochet project! As promised today I'll be sharing the new additions to the woodland mobile...drum roll please....two clouds and a teepee! What do you think? I think it resemble a beautiful outdoor scenery that your babies would love looking at! So what are you waiting for? Grab hook and yarn and crochet along with me! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in White, Beige, Terra Cotta and Mustard MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook; Polyester Fiber Filling DIMENSION: Teepee 4.5” x 3”; Clouds 3.5” x 1” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), fasten off (F/O), magic ring (mr) SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 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). NATIVE AMERICAN TEEPEE (beige, terra cotta and mustard yarn) 1) starting with beige yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 5) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16) 6) switch to mustard yarn, sc even (16) 7) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (18) 9) switch back to beige yarn, *8 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (20) 10) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 11) switch to terra cotta yarn, *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 12) switch back to beige yarn, sc even (28) 13) switch to terra cotta, *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 14) sc even (32) 15) switch back to beige yarn, *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 16) *8 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 17) *2 sc with terra cotta yarn, 2 sc with mustard yarn*, repeat ** 10 times (40) 18) switch back to beige yarn, *9 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (44) 19) sc even (44) 20) *2 sc with mustard yarn, 2 sc with terra cotta yarn*, repeat ** 12 times (44) 21) switch back to beige yarn, sc even (44) 22) *10 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 23) sc even (48) 24) *11 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (52) …work in rows (ch 1 and turn at the end of each row) from now on … 25) 51 sc (51); ch 1 and turn 26-30) sc even (51); ch 1 and turn 31) switch to terra cotta yarn, sc around. Crochet 3 sc in the corner stitches; F/O, cut and hide the yarn. CLOUDS (white yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, sc inc* repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (20) 4) *2 sc, sc inc* repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (24) 5-6) sc even (24) 7) *2 sc, sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (20) 8) *1 sc, sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (16) 9) *1 sc, sc inc* repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (20) 10) *2 sc, sc inc* repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (24) 11) *3 sc, sc inc* repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (28) 12-15) sc even (28); start stuffing 16) *3 sc, sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (24) 17) *2 sc, sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (20) 18) *1 sc, sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (16) 19) *1 sc, sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 4 sc (12) 20) *1 sc, sc inc*, repeat ** 4 times, 4 sc (16) 21) *1 sc, sc inc* repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (20) 22) sc even (20) 23) *1 sc, sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 8 sc (16) 24) sc dec 4 times, 8 sc (12); finish stuffing the cloud 25) sc dec 4 times, 4 sc (8); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn. I can't wait to see your version of my WOODLAND CRIB MOBILE! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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 don't know about you, but I've never seen such an adorable bumblebee! His cute and big smile, his pinky cheeks are giving this little guy the most sweet expression! I'm sure he would just make anyone smile back at him! Despite the simple shape, the pattern requires a bit of crocheting skills, since the the thoracic band is worked with loop stitches to give a nice texture to the body. In order to give the loops an even size and shape, the yarn needs to be wrapped over a wooden stick (you can use also a pencil, a crochet hook, a straw, anything that has the size you want your loops to get). But don’t worry, if you don't feel like trying this new crochet technique, you can simply replace the loop stitch with either half double crochet or double crochet stitches! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in Yellow, Black and Beige MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook; Polyester Fiber Filling; Wooden stick (3/8” diameter); Two 6 mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes DIMENSION: H. 6.5” x W. 4.5” x D. 3” STITCHES and ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O), magic ring (mr), loop stitch INSTRUCTION: join at the end of each round and ch1, unless otherwise instructed SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate 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). HEAD AND BODY (yellow and black yarn) 1) starting off with yellow yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 8-10) sc even (42) 11) 13 sc, 4 sc inc, 8 sc, 4 sc inc, 13 sc (50) 12) 13 sc, [*1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** 4 times], 8 sc, [*1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** 4 times], 13 sc (58) 13) 11 sc, 1 sc dec, 12 sc, 1 sc dec, 4 sc, 12 sc, 1 sc dec, 11 sc (54) 14) 12 sc, [*1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times], 6 sc, [*1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times], 12 sc (46) 15) 1 sc dec, 13 sc, 1 sc dec, 12 sc, 1 sc dec, 13 sc, 1 sc dec (42) Insert the plastic safety EYES between rounds #8-9, 10 stitches apart. 16-17) sc even (42) LOOP STITCH instructions: Wrap the yarn from front to back over the wooden stick; the length of the loop will depend on how loose or tight you wrap the yarn. Insert the hook in the 1st stitch of the round, grab the strand of yarn from behind the wooden stick, and draw the yarn through the stitch. The yarn on the stick becomes the loop. With the yarn loop still on the stick, yarn over the hook and draw the yarn through the 2 loops on your hook. 18) attach black yarn and turn (start working facing the inside of the body), with the help of a wooden stick, crochet 42 loop stitches (42) (free the previous loops and move the stick as you go). 19-21) crochet 42 loop stitches (42) 22) switch back to yellow yarn, turn your work so you are facing again the outside of the body, crochet 42 sc (42) 23) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 24-25) sc even (48); start stuffing the body 26) switch to black yarn, sc even (48) 28-30) sc even (48) 31) switch back to yellow yarn, sc even (48) 32) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (42) 33) sc even (42); keep stuffing 34) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 35) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 36) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 37) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18) 38) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing 39) sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn. Embroider the MOUTH between rounds #11-15. Embroider the EYEBROWS between rounds #5-8. Apply some pink blush to the CHEEKS using a makeup brush. ANTENNAE (black yarn) Short: 1) work 10 ch very tight (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the antenna to the top of the head between rounds # 2-3. Trim the other end of the string. Long: 1) work 13 ch very tight (13); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the antenna to the top of the head between rounds # 2-3. Trim the other end of the string. UPPER WINGS (beige yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) sc even (12) 4) 3 sc, 6 sc inc, 3 sc (18) 5) sc even (18) 6) 6 sc, 6 sc inc, 6 sc (24) 7) sc even (24) 8) 1 sc inc, 10 sc, 2 sc inc, 10 sc, 1 sc inc (28) 9) sc even (28) 10) 1 sc dec, 24 sc, 1 sc dec (26) 11) 1 sc dec, 22 sc, 1 sc dec (24) 12-13) sc even (24); do not stuff the wing 14) flatten the wing and crochet through both layers now, 1 sc, 5 hdc, 5 sc, 1 sl st (12); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the wing to the back of the body between rounds # 19-20. LOWER WINGS (beige yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) sc even (12) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (16) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 6) sc even (20) 7) 5 sc, 5 sc dec, 5 sc (15) 8) sc even (15) 9) 5 sc, 3 sc dec, 4 sc (12); do not stuff the wing 10) flatten the wing and crochet through both layers now, 5 sc, 1 sl st (6); ch and turn 11) 1 sc dec, 2 sc, 1 sc dec (4); ch and turn 12) 2 sc dec (2); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the wing to the back of the body between rounds # 22-23. LEGS (black yarn; make 6) 1) 5 sc in a mr (5) 2) 4 sc, 1 sc inc (6) 3) sc even (6) 4) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (4) 5-8) sc even (4); F/O and leave a long string of yarn. Do not stuff the leg. Attach the upper legs between rounds # 18-20. Attach the center legs between rounds # 21-23. Attach the lower legs between rounds # 29-30. I can't wait to see your version of my BEEZLE the BUMBLEBEE! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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'll never get tired of adding crochet pieces of decor to my house. Handmade items bring such a warm and cozy feeling to the any rooms and make your house reflecting your personality. Today I'm happy to share with you all these delicate and romantic coasters I crocheted with a super soft cotton yarn by Lion Brand. I love how the solid shell stitches give the coasters a beautiful look and texture! It's such an easy and quick project that it'll make a great gift idea all year around! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Have fun! YARN: Cotton - Medium Worsted in Beige MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook DIMENSION: H. 4” x W. 4” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), skip (sk), fasten off (F/O) INSTRUCTION: work in rows, ch1 and turn after each row, unless otherwise instructed SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 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). INSTRUCTIONS 1) work 26 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 24 sc (25), ch1 and turn 2) 1 sc in the 1st st, *sk 2 st, 5 dc in the next st, sk 2 st, 1 sc*, repeat ** 4 times (25); ch2 and turn 3) 3 dc in the 1st st, *sk 2 st, 1 sc in the next st, skip 2 st, 5 dc in the next st*, repeat ** 3 times, sk 2 st, 1 sc in the next st, sk 2 st, 3 dc in the last st (25) 4-13) repeat rounds # 2-3 (25) 14) 1 sc in each of the next 3 st, 1 hdc in the next one, *5 sc, 1 hdc*, repeat ** 3 times, 3 sc (25); F/O and hide the yarn I can't wait to see your version of my FARMHOUSE COASTERS! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hi my fellow crocheters! If you are in the hunt for a sweet crochet project look no further...I think I have something just right for you! This sweet unicorn is absolutely super easy to crochet and it will make you want to play with different colors to create a fun set for your kids! The pretty small size makes it perfect as a rattle toy or mobile attachment for a baby nursery. ...so, are you ready to crochet along? ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! YARN: Medium Worsted in White, Yellow, Pink and Black MATERIALS: 2.5 mm Crochet Hook Polyester Fiber Filling DIMENSIONS: H. 5” x W. 3” x D. 2.5” ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), front loop only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O), magic ring (mr) INSTRUCTION: join at the end of each round and ch1, otherwise instructed SKILL LEVEL: Beginner 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). LEGS AND BODY (pink, white and yellow yarn) Make two: 1) starting off with pink yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3)*1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) sc even (18) 5) switch to white yarn, sc even (18) 6-9) sc even (18); F/O and stuff the leg Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 6 INSTEAD. Merge the two legs together: 10) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 17 sc, 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs, keep working on the 2nd leg, 18 sc, 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs (48) 11) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (54) 12-23) sc even (54); keep stuffing as you go 24) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 25) sc even (48) 26) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (42) 27) sc even (42) 28) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 29) sc even (36) 30) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 31) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (20) 32) sc dec around (10) 33) switch to yellow yarn, working in FLO, sc even (10) 34-35) sc even (10) 36) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8) 37) sc even (8); finish stuffing 38) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 39) sc even (6) 40) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (4); F/O and close the hole Embroider EYES and NOSE with black yarn. Embroider the MOUTH with pink yarn. EARS (white yarn) 1) 4 sc in a magic ring (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Flatten the ears and attach them between rounds # 27-31. FRONT MANE (pink yarn) 1) 25 ch, 3 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3 sc in each st across (72); F/O and leave a long string of yarn to attach the mane to the front of the head right in front of the horn. Secure the end of the mane with the remaining yarn. BACK MANE (pink yarn) 1) 35 ch, 3 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3 sc in each st across (102); F/O and leave a long string of yarn to attach the mane to the back of the unicorn right behind the horn. Secure the end of the mane with the remaining yarn. I can't wait to see your version of the SWEET UNICORN! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hi my friends! I have been designing amigurumis for the past 7 years, and my crocheting skills has definitely improved over time. If I go back to my first projects I can easily spot flaws and mistakes, little details that I would design differently now. Nice stitches definition and good yarn tension, cute color combinations, more neat sewing lines are easier to obtain now... just to mention a few things... That's why once in a while I like to do a little "makeover" of my very first amis. This time I decided to review the pattern of my Irina the Hippo Ballerina! Irina has received a lot of appreciation since the day I released it...and I hope you're gonna love this new version too! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Worsted Medium Yarn (Lace 4) in Gray, Red Clay and Black HOOK SIZES: 2.5 mm hook. STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round), unless otherwise instructed. 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). HEAD (gray yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 8) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 9) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (54) 10-16) sc even (54) 17) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 18) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (42) 19) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 20) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 21) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 22) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 23-26) sc even (42); start stuffing the head 27) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 28) sc even (36) 29) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 30) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 31) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18) 30) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing the head firmly 31) sc dec around (6); F/O and cut the yarn. EARS (gray yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3-5) sc even (12) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (10) 7) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Flatten the ear and sew them to the top of the head between rounds # 28-30. Embroider the NOSTRILS with gray yarn (wrap the gray yarn around 4 stitches), between rounds # 10-11, 8 stitches apart. BODY (light gray yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6-7) sc even (40) 8) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 9-11) sc even (48) 12) working in BLO, sc even (48) 13) working in both loops now, sc even (48) 14) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (42) 15) sc even (42) 16) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 17) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 18) sc even (30) 19) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 20) sc even (24) 21) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the body to the head between rounds # 23-28. Stuff the body firmly before attaching it. TUTU (red clay yarn) 1) join the yarn to the FLO of the 1st st of round #11 of the body, working in FLO, crochet 3 dc in each st around (144) 2) dc even (144); F/O and hide the yarn Embroider the MOUTH (between rounds # 5-12) and the EYES (between rounds #22-25, 8 stitches apart) with black yarn. LEGS (red clay and gray yarn; make two) 1) starting off with red clay yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 4) sc even (10) 5) switch to gray yarn, working in BLO, sc even (10) 6-10) working in both loops, sc even (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the leg to the bottom part of the body. Stuff the legs lightly before attaching it. ARMS (gray yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3-6) sc even (8); F/O and leave a long tail for sewing the arm to the side of the body. Stuff the arm lightly before attaching it between rounds # 16-19. Do not cut the yarn once the last arm is attached, use it to create the tail. TAIL (gray yarn) 1) using the yarn left from the arm, insert the needle into the body and then pull it out in the lower back between rounds # 9-10. Cut the yarn (1.5” long), make a knot 0.5” from the body, and then adjust the length of the tail. I can't wait to see your version of my cute IRINA! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Flowers have the power to lift up our spirit, to chase away negative thoughts and to give us energy and happiness...and sunflowers, with their brightness and warmth, as the sweet summer sun, can bring a smile to our face. Difficult times, like the ones we have been living in since few months now, scream for happy and beautiful things!...so I hope this easy project I'm sharing today with you all will bring some positive vibes to your day! These beautiful sunflowers are a great summer decor to brighten up every room in your house! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Dark Brown, Yellow, Light Brown and Green OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Yarn Needle; Metal Wire or Wooden Stick HOOK SIZES: 2.5 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), treble crochet (tr), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). DISK AND STEM (dark brown, light brown and green) 1) starting off with dark brown yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7-8) sc even (48) 9) working in BLO, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 10) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 11) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 12) switch to light brown yarn, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16) 13) switch to green yarn, sc dec around (8) stuff the disk before starting to crochet the stem 14) sc even (8) 15) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (6) 16-57) sc even (6); F/O, cut and hide the yarn PETALS (yellow yarn) 1) join the yarn in the FLO of any one stitch of round 8 of the disk, hdc even (48) start working in row from now on (ch1 and turn at the end of each row) 2) 6 sc (6); ch1 and turn 3-5) 6 sc (6); ch1 and turn 6) 2 sc, 1 sc dec, 2 sc (5); ch1 and turn 7) 2 sc, 1 sc dec, 1 sc (4); ch1 and turn 8) 1 sc, 1 sc dec, 1 sc (3); ch1 and turn 9) 1 sc, 1 sc dec (2); ch1 and turn 10) 1 sc dec (1); F/O and cut the yarn Join the yarn in stitch #7 of round #1 and repeat rounds #2-10. Repeat 6 times more, to obtain a total of 8 petals. SMALL LEAF (green yarn) 1) 13 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 2 sc, 3 hdc, 1 dc, 1 dc inc, 3 tr inc, (1 tr, 2 ch, 1 sl st in the last ch), keep working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, 2 ch, 1 tr, 3 tr inc, 1 dc inc, 1 dc, 3 hdc, 3 sc, join with a sl st. Attach the leaf to the stem at the desire height. LARGE LEAF (green yarn) 1) 16 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3 sc, 3 hdc, 1 dc, 3 dc inc, 3 tr inc, (1 tr, 2 ch, 1 sl st in the last ch), keep working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, 2 ch, 1 tr, 3 tr inc, 3 dc inc, 1 dc, 3 hdc, 4 sc, join with a sl st. Attach the leaf to the stem at the desire height. You can insert either a metal wire or a wooden stick all the way into the stem to make the flower stand still. I can't wait to see your version of my SUNFLOWERS! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my friends! Hope your week is off to a good start! I'm sure you know the feeling when a kid reaches for your smartphone and all you can hope is he/she won't drop it, right? 😄... if you can relate, today's free project is perfect for you ... Here's my fun crochet smartphone your kids can safely play with! This amigurumi smartphone is worked mainly in rows with the JACQUARD TECHNIQUE that allows you to change colors while crocheting in rows. If you don't know this technique I'd suggest to check out my PDF version of the pattern, where I share schematics and pictures with all the steps to crochet the smartphone. ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Gray, Black, Pink, Blue, Red, Aqua, Yellow, Lilac and Purple OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Yarn Needle HOOK SIZES: 2.5 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rows (ch1 and turn at the end of each row) unless otherwise instructed. 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). FRONT PANEL (gray, black, pink, blue, red, aqua, yellow, lilac and purple yarn) 1) starting off with gray yarn, 19 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 17 sc (18) 2-6) sc even (18) 7) 1 sc in gray, switch to black yarn, 16 sc, switch back to gray yarn, 1 sc (18) 8) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in pink, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 9) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in pink, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 10) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in pink, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 11) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 16 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 12) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 16 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 13) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in aqua, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in yellow, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in lilac, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 14) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in aqua, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in yellow, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in lilac, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 15) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in aqua, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in yellow, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in lilac, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 16) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 16 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 17) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in purple, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 18) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in purple, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 19) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in purple, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 20) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 16 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 21) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in yellow, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in pink, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in aqua, 1 sc in gray (18) 22) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in yellow, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in pink, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in aqua, 1 sc in gray (18) 23) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in yellow, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in pink, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in blue, 1 sc in aqua, 1 sc in gray (18) 24) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 16 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 25) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in lilac, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in purple, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in aqua, 1 sc in gray (18) 26) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in lilac, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in purple, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in aqua, 1 sc in gray (18) 27) [facing the right side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in lilac, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in purple, 1 sc in black, 4 sc in red, 1 sc in aqua, 1 sc in gray (18) 28) [facing the wrong side of the work], 1 sc in gray, 16 sc in black, 1 sc in gray (18) 29) [facing the right side of the work], 18 sc in gray (18); do not F/O the yarn 30) working in round now, starting from the left side of the panel, crochet 1 sc in each st and 3 sc in each angle stitch 31) working in BLO, 1 sc in each st around; F/O and cut the yarn. BACK PANEL (gray yarn) 1) 19 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 17 sc (18) 2-29) sc even (18) 30) working in round, crochet 1 sc in each st and 3 sc in each angle stitch; F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew front and back panels together. Place the back and front panels so that the side matches with one another. Use the left tail of yarn to sew the panels together. Fill the smartphone while sewing. BUTTON (black yarn) 1) 7 sc in a mr (7); F/O and leave a long tail to sew the button onto the front panel between rows # 1-6. I can't wait to see your version of my SMARTPHONE! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my friends! How is your week so far? Summer is around the corner and I'm so ready for warm days, blue skies and some extra time to spend relaxing in nature...and why not, a good ice cream! Have you ever crocheted an ice cream before? This was my very first time and I can tell you, this ice cream cone looks pretty yummy to me! What's your favorite flavor? Chocolate, cream? I love pistachio and hazelnut...but for my crocheted ice cream cone I chose strawberry and blackberry with a frosting on top! ...so it's time to have some fun and crochet a delicious gelato! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Pink, Purple, Beige and White OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Yarn Needle HOOK SIZES: D-3 / 3.5 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). ICE CREAM BALLS AND CONE (pink, purple, beige yarn) 1) starting off with pink yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7-15) sc even (48) 16) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 17) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 18) working in FLO, 3 sc in each st around (96); F/O and cut the yarn 19) join purple yarn with a sl st in the BLO of the 1st st of rnd #17, *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40); start stuffing the ice cream 20) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 21-27) sc even (48); keep stuffing as you go 28) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 29) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 30) working in FLO, 3 sc in each st around (96); F/O and cut the yarn …from now on work in rows, chaining 1 and turning after each row… 31) join beige yarn with a sl st in the BLO of the 1st st of rnd #29, sc even (32); ch1 turn 32) sc even (32); ch1 and turn 33) sc even (32); ch1 and turn 34) sc even (32); ch1 and turn 35) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24); ch1 and turn 36) sc even (24); ch1 and turn 37) sc even (24); ch1 and turn 38) sc even (24); ch1 and turn 39) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18); ch1 and turn 40) sc even (18); ch1 and turn 41) sc even (18); ch1 and turn 42) sc even (18); ch1 and turn 43) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (16); ch1 and turn 44) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (14); ch1 and turn 45) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (12); ch1 and turn 46) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (10); ch1 and turn 47) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8); ch1 and turn; finish stuffing the cone firmly 48) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6); F/O, close the hole and cut the yarn FROSTING (white yarn) 1) 7 sc in a mr (7) 2) sc inc around (14) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (21) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 5) 3 sc, 5 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3 sc, 1 sl st into the 4th st of the previous round, 5 sc, 6 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 4 sc, 1 sl st into the 10th st of the previous round, 3 sc, 4 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 2 sc, 1 sl st into the 14th st of the previous round, 6 sc, 6 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 4 sc, 1 sl st into the 21st st of the previous round, 4 sc, 5 ch, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3 sc, 1 sl st into the 26th st of the previous round, 2 sc (45) 6) sc around; F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the frosting on top of the pink ball of the ice cream. I can't wait to see your version of my ICE CREAM CONE! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

2020 has been a strange year for students of all ages, from kindergarten to college. Many students feel like they've missed on something, especially those who graduated this year. I like to think 2020 has also taught us something: how fun is to see our friends, how important teachers are to us, how much we love our grandparents, and that we should never take anything for granted. If you know a kid who's been missing going to school and playing with friends, this amigurumi pencil is the perfect, small gift! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Pink, gray, Yellow, Beige and Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Yarn Needle HOOK SIZES: C-2 / 2.75 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). PENCIL (pink, gray, yellow, beige and black yarn) 1) starting off with pink yarn, 7 sc in a mr (7) 2) sc inc around (14) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (21) 4) working in BLO, sc even (21) 5-6) sc even (21) 7) switch to gray yarn, sc even (21) 8-11) sc even (21) 12) switch to yellow yarn, sc even (21) 13-43) sc even (21); stuff the pencil as you go 44) 19 sc, 1 sc dec (20) 45)*3 sc with yellow yarn, switch to beige yarn, 1 sc*, repeat ** 5 times (20) 46) 1 sc with beige yarn, *1 sc with yellow yarn, 3 sc with beige yarn*, repeat ** 4 times, 2 sc with beige yarn (20) 47) repeat round #46 (20) 48) working with beige yarn only, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times (16) 49) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (14) 50) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (12) 51) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (10) 52) switch to black yarn, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (8); finish stuffing the pencil 53) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 54) sc dec (3); F/O and close the hole I can't wait to see your version of my PENCIL! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

As a passionate amigurumi designer, sometimes I find difficult stopping my creative process to write down patterns or take pictures of the work in progress. ...and this is exactly what happened months ago when I was working on a cute little koala that I afterward named Magnum. I remember myself scrabbling just few (unreadable) notes while stitching up this new character and being sure I would later be able to go through them to write a first draft of the pattern. I couldn’t be more wrong 😁! So few days ago I decided to take the time to review the instructions and give you all the chance to create your own little koala! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate YARN: Medium Worsted in Light Gray, Blue, White, Black and Pink HOOK SIZES: D-3 / 3.25 mm OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling DIMENSION: H. 8” x W. 5” x D. 3” STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: stitch (st), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), reverse single crochet (reverse sc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), back loop only (BLO), fasten off (F/O), magic ring (mr) INSTRUCTION: join at the end of each round and ch1, otherwise instructed 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). LEGS AND BODY (light gray, blue and white yarn) Make two: 1) starting off with light gray yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (9) 3-12) sc even (9); F/O and stuff the leg Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 10 INSTEAD. Merge the two legs together: 13) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 9 sc, 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs, keep working on the 2nd leg, 10 sc, 1 hdc in each ch between the two legs (38) 14-18) sc even (38); keep stuff the body as you go 19) switch to blue yarn, 4 sc, 1 sc dec, 18 sc, 1 sc dec, 12 sc (36) …from now on you work with both blue and white yarn… 20) *4 sc with blue, 2 sc with white*, repeat ** around (36) 21) repeat rnd #20 (36) 22) keep working with blue yarn, sc even (36) 23) *1 sc with blue, 2 sc with white, 3 sc with blue*, repeat ** around (36) 24) repeat rnd #23 (36) 25) keep working with blue yarn, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 26) 1 sc with white, [*3 sc with blue, 2 sc with white*, repeat ** 5 times], 3 sc with blue, 1 sc with white (30) 27) repeat rnd #26 (30) 28) working with blue yarn only, sc even (30) 29) switch to white yarn, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 30) switch to light gray yarn, working in BLO, sc even (24); F/O and leave a long tail to sew the body to the head. Finish stuffing the body firmly. HEAD (light gray yarn) 1) 6 sc in a magic ring (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 8) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 9-10) sc even (48) 11) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (54) 12-19) sc even (54) 20) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 21) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (40) 22) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 23) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24); F/O, cut the yarn and stuff the head firmly. NOSE (black yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) 1 sc, 4 sc in the next st, 2 sc, 4 sc in the next st, 1 sc (12) 3) 1 sc, 3 sc inc, 3 sc, 3 sc inc, 2 sc (18) 4) sc even (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the nose onto the head (between rnds #8-15). Stuff moderately as you sew it. Embroider the EYES with black yarn as shown in the picture (between rnds #9-13). Embroider the MOUTH LINE with black yarn (between rnds #15-18). EARS (light gray and white yarn; make two) Part A: 1) 8 sc in a magic ring (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 7) sc even (48) 8) fold the piece in half and crochet through both layers, 24 sc (24); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Part B: 1) 5 sc in a magic ring, do not close the ring (8); ch 1 and turn 2) sc inc in each st (10); ch 1 and turn 3) sc even (10); ch1 and turn 4) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** 5 times (15); ch1 and turn 5) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** 5 times (20); ch1, DO NOT TURN 6) work 20 reverse sc (20); F/O and leave a long tail to sew part B to part A as shown in the pictures. Sew the ears to the side of the head between rnds # 6-21. Embroider the CHEEKS with pink yarn (between rnds #14-15). ARMS (light gray, white and blue yarn; make two) 1) starting with light gray yarn, 6 sc in a magic ring (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3-10) sc even (8) 11) switch to white yarn, sc even (8) 12) switch to blue yarn, sc even (8) 13-15) sc even (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the arm to the side of the body, between rnds # 26-28. Stuff the arm lightly. TAIL (light gray yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2-3) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long string of yarn to attach the tail to the back of the body between rnds # 16-18. Do not stuff the tail. I can't wait to see your version of my MAGNUM THE KOALA! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my crafty friends! Today I'm going to be sharing a cute design I created some time ago as part of a fun Amigurumi Vegetable Collection. This set includes 4 adorable crocheted veggies: a Turnip, a Leek, a Red Bell Pepper and a Carrot. If you are not a big fan of turnips, do not worry...you're gonna love "working" on this one! So grab your crochet hook and yarn and join me in this fun project! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF with more pictures of this pattern on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Enjoy! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in White, Purple, Green, Brown and Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Two 9mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes HOOK SIZES: E/3,50 mm DIMENSIONS: 6" x 5" STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rows (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row) unless otherwise instructed. 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). LEGS AND BODY (white, brown and purple) Make two: 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) sc even (16) 4) *7 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (18) 5) sc even (18); F/O, hide the yarn and stuff the leg Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 3 INSTEAD. Merge the two legs together: 6) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 17 sc, 1 hdc in each of the 3 stitches between the two legs, keep working on the 2nd leg , 18 sc, 1 hdc in each of the 3 stitches between the two legs (42) 7) *6 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (48) 8) 7 sc, 1 sc inc, switch to brown yarn, 7 sc, 1 sc inc, switch back to white yarn, 7 sc, 1 sc inc, 7 sc, switch to brown yarn, 1 sc sc inc, 7 sc, 1 inc, switch back to white yarn, 7 sc, 1 sc inc (54) 9) sc even with white yarn (54) 10) switch to brown yarn, 4 sc, switch back to white yarn, 17 sc, switch to brown yarn, 9 sc, switch back to white yarn, 19 sc, switch to brown yarn, 5 sc (54) 11) switch to white yarn, sc even (54) 12) 6 sc, switch to brown yarn, 10 sc, switch to white yarn, 17 sc, switch to brown yarn, 8 sc, switch back to white yarn, 13 sc (54) 13) sc even with white yarn (54) 14) switch to purple yarn, sc even (54) 15-22) sc even (54); start stuffing the turnip 23) *7 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (48) 24) *6 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (42) 25) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 26-27) sc even (36); insert the safety eyes between rounds 21/22, 12 stitches apart 28) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 29) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 30) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing the turnip 31) dec around (8); F/O and close the hole. Embroider the MOUTH with some black yarn. ARMS (purple yarn; make two) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3-5) sc even (16); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the arm to the side of the body. Stuff the arm firmly. STEM (green yarn) Small leaf: 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** (8) 3) sc even (8) 4)*3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** (10) 5-6) sc even (10) 7) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** (8) 8) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** (6) 9) sc even (6) 10) 4 sc, 1 sc dec (5); F/O and cut the yarn Big leaf: 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** (10) 3) sc even (10) 4) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** (12) 5-7) sc even (12) 8) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** (10) 9) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** (8) 10) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** (6) 11) 4 sc, 1 sc dec (5) 12-13) sc even (5) Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the big leaf: Merge the two leaves together: 1) join the yarn with a sl st to the small leaf, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 4 sc, keep working on the big leaf, crochet 5 sc (10) 2) sc inc around (20); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the stem to the top of the head. Stuff the bottom part of the stem before attaching it. I can't wait to see your version of my cute TURNIP! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my friends! It may be the never ending Michigan cold and rainy days, or the desire of spending time in nature, that lately made me daydreaming of slow and easy beach days. I'm sure I'm not alone here, and many of you can't wait to get into Summer mood. Am I right? No worries, I got you covered with this easy and quick crochet project! These beautiful crocheted sea stars would be the perfect decor to give your home a summer vibe or could work great as crib mobile attachments. Just play with you favorite colors to create something unique for you and your little ones! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Rust, Beige, Off White colors OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling HOOK SIZES: E-2.75 mm; D/3-3.25 mm DIMENSIONS: 5"x5" / 4"x4" STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row) otherwise instructed. 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). SMALL SEA STAR (rust yarn; 2.75 mm hook; make two) 1) start working with rust yarn, 5 sc in a mr (5) 2) inc around (10) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (15) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (25) 6) start working in rows, 5 sc (5); ch1 and turn 7) sc even (5); ch 1 and turn 8) 2 sc, 1 sc dec, 1 sc (4); ch 1 and turn 9) sc even (4); ch 1 and turn 10) 1 sc, 1 sc dec, 1 sc (3); ch 1 and turn 11) sc even (3); ch 1 and turn 12) 1 sc, 1 sc dec (2); ch 1 and turn 13) sc even (2); ch 1 and turn 14) 1 sc dec (1); F/O and cut the yarn Join the yarn with a sl st to st #6 of the rnd #5 (as shown in the picture). Repeat from rnd # 6 to rnd # 14, 4 times. Once you have crocheted the second panel, place the two panels one above the other, matching up all sides. Sew the panels together: join the yarn through the two panels with a sl st, chain 1 and single crochet around the edges. Work 3 sc in the st at the top of each star’s leg. Stuff lightly as you sew the two panels together. Make little french knots (with off white yarn) on one side of the sea star across the length of each leg (see photos). BIG SEA STAR (beige and rust yarn; 3.25 mm hook; make two) 1) start working with beige yarn, 5 sc in a mr (5) 2) sc inc around (10) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (15) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (25) 6) 5 sc (5); ch1 and turn 7) sc even (5); ch 1 and turn 8) 2 sc, 1 sc dec, 1 sc (4); ch 1 and turn 9-10) sc even (4); ch 1 and turn 11) 1 sc, 1 sc dec, 1 sc (3); ch 1 and turn 12-13) sc even (3); ch 1 and turn 14) 1 sc, 1 sc dec (2); ch 1 and turn 15) sc even (2); ch 1 and turn 16) 1 sc dec (1); F/O and cut the yarn Join the yarn with a sl st to st #6 of the rnd #5 (as shown in the picture). Repeat from rnd # 6 to rnd # 16, 4 times. Once you have crocheted the second panel, place the two panels one above the other, matching up all sides. Sew the panels together: join rust yarn through the two panels with a sl st, chain 1 and single crochet around the edges. Work 3 sc in the st at the top of each star’s leg. Stuff lightly as you sew the two panels together. I can't wait to see your version of my SEA STARS! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my fellow crafters! This week blog post is for all the sushi lovers out there! My husband and I are big fans of Japanese cuisine. Rolls, nigiri, sashimi, ramen are just few examples of our favorite Japanese dishes! Since sushi is definitely one of my favorite food I've always promise myself I would sometimes learn how to create beautiful and delicious sushi rolls...but in the meantime I had fun designing these crocheted ones to share with you all. Here are 4 different sushi rolls (Tuna, Salmon, Avocado and California) that would make a fun toy food for your little ones or work perfectly as keychain or magnet attachments. Let's grab our hook and yarn and have some fun! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Pink, Green, Yellow, Black, Beige, White and Rust OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling HOOK SIZES: E/2.75 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row) otherwise instructed. 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). SUSHI ROLL #1 (pink, green, white and black yarn) 1) start working with pink yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** 4 times, switch to green yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat twice (24) 5) switch to white yarn, *3 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7) switch to black yarn, *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 8) working in BLO, sc even (42) 9-11) working in both loops now, sc even (42) 12) switch to white yarn, working in BLO, *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 13) working in both loops now, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 14) switch to pink yarn, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, switch to green yarn, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (24); start stuffing the roll 15) switch back to pink yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (18) 16) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing the roll 17) sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn. SUSHI ROLL #2 (green, yellow, rust, black and white yarn) 1) start working with green yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) 2 sc inc, switch to yellow yarn, 2 sc inc, switch to rust yarn, 2 sc inc (12) 3) switch back to green yarn *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice, switch to yellow yarn *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice, switch to rust yarn *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (18) 4) switch back to green yarn *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice, switch to yellow yarn *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice, switch to rust yarn *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (24) 5) switch to black yarn, *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) switch to white yarn, *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 8) working in BLO, sc even (42) 9-11) working in both loops now, sc even (42) 12) working in BLO, *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (36) 13) switch to black yarn, working in both loops now, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (30) 14) switch to green yarn *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice, switch to yellow yarn *3 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** twice, switch to rust yarn *3 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** twice (24); start stuffing the roll 15) switch to green yarn *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice, switch to yellow yarn *2 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** twice, switch to rust yarn *2 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** twice (18) 16) switch to green yarn *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice, switch to yellow yarn *1 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** twice, switch to rust yarn *1 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** twice (12); finish stuffing the roll 17) working with green yarn only, sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn Embroider the SESAME SEEDS on the side of the roll using beige yarn. SUSHI ROLL #3 (green, black and white yarn) 1) start working with green yarn, 7 sc in a mr (7) 2) inc around (14) 3) switch to black yarn, *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (21) 4) switch to white yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (35) 7) working in BLO, sc even (35) 8-11) working in both loops now, sc even (35) 12) working in BLO, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (28) 13) switch to black yarn, working in both loops now, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (21) 14) switch to green yarn, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (14); stuff the roll 15) sc dec around (7); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn. Embroider the SESAME SEEDS on the side of the roll using beige and black yarn. SUSHI ROLL #4 (rust, white and black yarn) 1) start working with rust yarn, 7 sc in a mr (7) 2) inc around (14) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (21) 4) switch to white yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 5) switch to black yarn, *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (35) 7) working in BLO, sc even (35) 8-11) working in both loops now, sc even (35) 12) switch to white yarn, working in BLO, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (28) 13) switch to rust yarn, working in both loops now, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (21) 14) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (14); start stuffing 15) sc dec around (7); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn. I can't wait to see your version of my SUSHI ROLLS! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hey friends! I'm glad to see you back on my blog for our weekly appointment! Little critters are so adorable and so is this Baby Squirrel I designed few months ago as part of my Baby Amigurumi Collection. It's a very easy design and I love how the color changes and the little details are making it even more realistic. So, are you ready to have some fun? Grab your hook and yarn and let's get started! The finished item is approximately 5.5" high. ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF with more pictures of this pattern on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern. SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Beige, Brown, Orange and Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling, 9mm black plastic safety eyes HOOK SIZES: E/3,50 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rows (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row) unless otherwise instructed. 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). HEAD (brown and beige yarn) 1) start working with brown yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) sc even (32) 6) *3 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (40) 7) sc even (40) 8) *4 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** 5 times, switch to beige yarn, 2 sc, switch back to brown yarn, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, 2 sc, switch to beige yarn, 2 sc, switch to brown yarn, 1 sc inc, *4 sc, 1 inc* (48) 9) 29 sc with brown, 4 sc with beige, 4 sc with brown, 4 sc with beige, 7 sc with brown (48) 10) 28 sc with brown, 6 sc with beige, 2 sc with brown, 6 sc with beige, 6 sc with brown (48) 11) keep working with brown yarn, *5 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** 4 times, 4 sc, switch to beige yarn, 1 sc, 1 inc, 5 sc, switch back to brown yarn, 1 inc, switch to beige yarn, 5 sc, 1 inc, switch to brown yarn, *5 sc, 1 inc* (56) 12) 32 sc with brown, 8 sc with beige, 1 dec with brown yarn, 6 sc with beige, 1 inc with beige, 7 sc with brown yarn (56) 13) 31 sc with brown, 19 sc with beige, 6 sc with brown (56) 14-16) repeat round #13 17) keep working with brown yarn, *5 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 3 sc, switch to beige yarn, 2 sc, 1 dec, *5 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice, 1 sc, switch to brown yarn, 4 sc, 1 dec (48) 18) keep working with brown yarn, *4 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 3 sc, switch to beige yarn, 1 sc, 1 dec, *4 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice, 1 sc, switch to brown yarn, 3 sc, 1 dec (40) 19) keep working with brown yarn, *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 3 sc, switch to beige yarn, 1 dec, *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice, 1 sc, switch to brown yarn, 2 sc, 1 dec (32) 20) keep working with brown yarn, *2 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** 5 times, switch to beige yarn *2 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice, 1 sc, switch back to brown yarn, 1 sc, 1 dec (24) Insert plastic safety eyes between rounds 13-14, 9 stitches apart (see picture) 21) keep working with brown yarn, *2 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** 4 times, switch to beige yarn, 2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc, switch back to brown yarn, 1 dec (18); F/O and cut the yarn. Finish stuffing the doll’s head firmly. Embroider the NOSE (between rnds #12-15) and the MOUTH LINE (between rnds #14-18) with some scrap black yarn. Embroider the CHEEKS (between rnds #14-15) with some orange yarn. Embroider the 3 MARKS on the top of the head with the chain stitch technique or with a series of slip stitches. EARS (brown, beige and orange yarn; make two) 1) start working with brown yarn, 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) 2 sc, 1 inc, switch to beige yarn, 1 sc, switch back to brown yarn, 1 sc, 1 inc (8) 4) keep working with brown yarn, 4 sc, switch to beige yarn, 1 inc, 1 sc, switch back to brown yarn, 2 sc (9); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the ear onto the head. Flatten the ear before attaching it (between rnds #3-5); do not stuff the ear. Attach a short tail of orange yarn to the tip of the ears, open up the strings with a sharp needle and trim them the desire length. LEGS AND BODY (brown and beige yarn) Make two: 1) start working with brown yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) *3 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 3) sc even (10); F/O, hide the yarn Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 1 INSTEAD. Merge the two legs together: 4) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 9 sc, 1 hdc inc into the stitch between the two legs, keep working on the other leg, 10 sc, 1 hdc inc into the stitch between the two legs (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) 12 sc with brown yarn, 4 sc with beige yarn, 14 sc with brown yarn (30) 7) 11 sc with brown yarn, 6 sc with beige yarn, 13 sc with brown yarn (30) 8-11) repeat round 7 (30); start stuffing 12) 12 sc with brown yarn, 4 sc with beige yarn, 14 sc with brown yarn (30) 13) keep working with brown yarn, *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice, 2 sc, switch to beige yarn, 1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc, switch to brown yarn, 2 sc, 1 dec, *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice (24) 14) keep working with brown yarn, *2 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice, 1 dec, switch to beige yarn, 3 sc, *2 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice, 1 sc, 1 dec (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the body to the head. Finish stuffing the body firmly. Embroider the X shaped BELLY BUTTON (between rnds #7-9) with some orange yarn. ARMS (brown yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3-4) sc even (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the arm to the side of the body (between rnds #11-14). Stuff the arm lightly. TAIL (brown yarn) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (12) 5) 2 sc, 8 hdc, 2 sc (12) 6) 1 sc, 1 sc inc, *1 hdc, 1 hdc inc*, repeat ** 4 times, 1 sc, 1 sc inc (18) 7) 3 sc, 12 hdc, 3 sc (18); start stuffing the tail 8) 3 sc, *2 hdc, 1 hdc inc*, repeat ** 4 times, 3 sc (22) 9) 3 sc, *2 hdc, 1 hdc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 3 sc (18) 10) 3 sc, *1 hdc, 1 hdc dec*, repeat ** 4 times, 3 sc (14) 11) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (12) 12) *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the tail to the back of the body (between rnds #7-10). Finish stuffing the tail firmly. I can't wait to see your version of my BABY SQUIRREL! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hello my crafty friends! Today's motto is "Busy hands...happy Soul!" Those who know me well, know my love for everything that is handmade, repurposed, made from scratch... I enjoy so much creating new things and give new life to old ones, and crocheting, cooking, furniture making are just a few hobbies that allow me to express my creativity. Because of this deep love for DIY, I couldn’t live without tools. I've happened to collect quite a few in the past few years. You know that anything is possible as long as you have the right tools at hand! 😉 Today I'll be sharing with you all the instructions to crochet a fun Power Drill that any kid would love! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Have fun! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Yellow, Burgundy and Gray OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Yarn Needle HOOK SIZES: E/3,25 mm DIMENSIONS: 8”x 5” STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), back loop only (BLO), front loops only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). CHUCK, TORQUE CONTROL AND MOTOR (gray, yellow and burgundy yarn) 1) starting off with gray yarn, 7 sc in a mr (7) 2) sc inc around (14) 3) sc even (14) 4) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (21) 5-7) sc even (21) 8) working in BLO, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (14) 9) working in both loops now, sc dec around (7); start stuffing 10) working in FLO, sc even (7) 11) switch to yellow yarn, working in FLO, sc inc around (14) 12) working in both loops now, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (21) 13) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (28) 14) working in BLO, sc even (28) 15-16) working in both loops now, sc even (28) 17) working in FLO, *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (35) 18) working in both loops now, *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (42) 19) working in BLO, sc even (42) 20) switch to burgundy yarn, work in both loops now, sc even (42) 21-22) sc even (42); keep stuffing as you go 23) switch back to yellow yarn, sc even (42) 24-39) sc even (42) 40) switch to red yarn, sc even (42) 41) switch back to yellow yarn, *4 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (35) 42) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (28) 43) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (21) 44) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (14); finish stuffing 45) sc dec around (7); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn. HANDLE (yellow yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) 1 sc, 4 hdc in the next st, 2 sc, 4 hdc in the next st, 1 sc (12) 3) 2 sc, 3 hdc in the next st, 3 hdc in the next one, 4 sc, 3 hdc in the next st, 3 hdc in the next one, 2 sc (20) 4) working in BLO, sc even (20) 5-21) working in both loops now, sc even (20); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the handle to the main body between rnds #29-38. Stuff the handle firmly before attaching it. TRIGGER (burgundy yarn) 1) 4 ch, 1 sc inc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sc, 4 sc in the last st, keep working on the other side of the foundation chain, 1 sc, 1 sc inc in the last st that already contains 2 sc (10) 2) working in BLO, sc even (10); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the trigger to the handle, between rnds #15-21. DRILL BIT (gray yarn) 1) 23 ch, 1 sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, 2 sl sts, 3 sc in each of the next 16 sts, 3 sl sts (54); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the drill bit to the chuck. Embroider the GEAR SELECTOR MARKERS with burgundy yarn between rnds #14-16. Embroider the AIR VENTS with gray yarn between rnds #32-38 on both sides of the motor. I can't wait to see your version of my POWER DRILL! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my fellow crocheters! Hope you are all good and safe! Today I'll be sharing a quick and easy project to crochet a little smiling elephant. In many Asian cultures, the elephant is considered a sacred animal. This majestic creature has also come to symbolize many things including power, wisdom and strength....but most of all, the elephant is consider to be a symbol of good luck...especially when it is represented with the trunk up. In these time of uncertainty, we all need some good luck, right? So, grab your hook and crochet along with me! The Baby Elephant is approximately 5.5" high. ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF with more pictures of this pattern on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Enjoy! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner/Intermediate YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Gray, Pink, Black and Purple OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling HOOK SIZES: E/3,50 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), back loop only (BLO), front loop only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rows (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each row) unless otherwise instructed. 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). HEAD (gray yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5-6) sc even (32) 7) *3 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (40) 8) sc even (40) 9) *4 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (48) 10-11) sc even (48) 12) *5 sc, inc*, repeat ** around (56) 13-16) sc even (56) 17) *5 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (48) 18) *4 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (40); start stuffing the head 19) *3 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (32) 20) *2 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (24) 21) *2 sc, dec*, repeat ** around (18); F/O and cut the yarn. Finish stuffing the doll’s head firmly. Embroider the EYE (between rounds 9/10, 7 stitches apart) with some scrap black yarn. Embroider the CHEEK BLUSHING (between rounds 12/13) with some scrap pink yarn. TRUNK (gray yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) working in BLO only, sc even (8) 3) working in both loops now, 2 hdc, 4 sc, 2 hdc (8) 4) 2 hdc, 1 sc, 1 sc inc, 2 sc, 1 hdc, 1 hdc inc (10) 5) 2 hdc, 2 sc, 1 sc inc, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 1 hdc inc (12) 6) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18); stuff the trunk 7) sc even (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the trunk to the head between rnds #13-19. MOUTH (gray yarn) 1) 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4) sc even (8) 5) flatten the mouth and crochet through both layers, 4 sc (4); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to attach the mouth underneath the trunk. Embroider the TONGUE onto the mouth with pink yarn, before attaching it to the head. LEGS AND BODY (gray yarn) Make two: 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) inc around (12) 3) sl st even (12); ch1 and turn 4-6) crochet now facing the outside part of the foot, sc even (12); F/O, hide the yarn and stuff the leg Do no cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd leg, CH 2 INSTEAD. Merge the two legs together: 7) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st leg, ch1 and sc in the same st, crochet around 11 sc, 1 hdc stitch in each of the two stitches between the two legs, keep working on the other leg, 12 sc, 1 hdc in each of the two stitches between the two legs (28) 8) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (35) 9-10) sc even (35); keep stuffing the body 11) *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** around (28) 12) sc even (28) 13) *5 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** four times (24) 14-17) sc even (24) 18) *2 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** around (18); finish stuffing the body 19) working in BLO, sc even (18); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the body to the head. Crochet the collar before attaching the body and the head together. COLLAR (purple yarn) 1) insert the yarn into the front loop of any one stitch of round 18 of the body; keep working in FLO, 4 hdc in each stitch around (72); F/O and hide the yarn EARS (gray yarn; make two) 1) 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) *3 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (30) 6) *4 sc, 1 inc*, repeat ** around (36) 7) sc even (36) 8) flatten the ear and crochet through both layers now, 18 sc (18); ch1 and turn 9) 1 dec, 11 sc, 1 dec, leaving the remaining 3 stitches unworked (13); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the ear to the head, between rounds 6 and 16. ARMS (gray yarn; make two) 1) 5 sc in a mr (5) 2) inc around (10) 3) sl st even (10); ch1 and turn 4-5) crochet now facing the outside part of the arm, sc even (10) 6) *3 sc, 1 dec*, repeat ** twice (8) 7) sc even (8); F/O and hide the yarn and stuff the arm lightly 8) flatten the arm and crochet through both layers, 4 sc (4); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the arm to the body, between rnds #12-16. TAIL (gray yarn) 1) crochet 4 ch and attach the string to the back of the body. Create the fuzzy tail tip opening up the yarn strings. I can't wait to see your version of my BABY ELEPHANT! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Dear Friends, The last few weeks have been tough, as like many others I stayed at home due to the COVID-19 situation and spent my days worrying about my family and friends back in Italy. Fortunately everybody’s safe, and can't wait to be able to visit and be close to them again. Hard times call for awesome music...and since I can't sing or play any instruments I thought I would send you some music vibes through these fun musical notes! These colorful and cheerful notes can be used as rattle toys or mobile attachments! Play with yarn and colors and make your very own notes set!! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Have fun! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Yellow, Red and Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Six 6mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes; Yarn Needle HOOK SIZES: E/3.25 mm STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). DIMENSIONS: 5"x3"; 5"x5" INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). EIGHTH NOTE NOTE HEAD (yellow yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5-12) sc even (32) Insert plastic safety eyes between rnds #7-8, 6 sts apart 13) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 14) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); stuff the head firmly 15) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn. Embroider the EYEBROWS with black yarn between rnds #4-6. Embroider the MOUTH with black yarn between rnds #9-11. STEM (yellow yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2-17) sc even (6) 18) 3 hdc, 3 slst (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Position the open end of the stem between rnds #3-5 of the head so that the slsts side is pointing toward round #3 and the hdcs side faces outward. FLAG (yellow yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc even (6) 3) 1 sc dec, 2 sc inc, 1 sc dec (6) 4-7) 1 sc dec, 2 sc inc, 1 sc dec (6) 8) 1 sc inc, 4 sc, 1 sc inc (8) 9) 1 sc inc, 1 sc, 2 sc dec, 1 sc, 1 sc inc (8) 10) 1 sc inc, 1 sc, 2 sc dec, 1 sc, 1 sc inc (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Position the open end of the flag between rnds #1-5 of the stem, so that the increments are pointing toward the top of the stem and the decrements toward the bottom. BEAMED SIXTEENTH NOTES NOTE HEADS (red yarn; make two) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5-12) sc even (32) Insert plastic safety eyes between rnds #7-8, 6 sts apart 13) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24) 14) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); stuff the note head firmly 15) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole, cut and hide the yarn. Embroider the EYEBROWS with black yarn between rnds #4-6. Embroider the MOUTH with black yarn between rnds #9-11. LONG STEM (red yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2-20) sc even (6) 21) 3 hdc, 3 slst (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Position the open end of the stem between rnds #3-5 of the head so that the slsts side is pointing toward round #3 and the hdcs side faces outward. SHORT STEM (red yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2-18) sc even (6) 19) 3 hdc, 3 slst (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Position the open end of the stem between rnds #3-5 of the head so that the slsts side is pointing toward round #3 and the hdcs side faces outward. UPPER BEAM (red yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2-15) sc even (8) 16) 1 hdc, 2 sc, 2 sl st, 2 sc, 1 hdc (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. LOWER BEAM (red yarn) 1) 5 sc in a mr (5) 2-15) sc even (5) 16) 1 hdc, 1 sc, 2 sl st, 1 hdc (5); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn. Attach the open end of the upper beam to the note with the longer stem, between rnd #1-5, making sure that the hdc stitches are pointing towards the top of the stem and the slip stitches are pointing towards the bottom. Attach the opposite beam’s end to the shorter stem, between rnd #1-5. Attach the open end of the lower beam to the note with the shorter stem, between rnd #6-9, making sure that the hdc stitches are pointing towards the top of the stem and the slip stitches are pointing towards the bottom. Attach the opposite beam’s end to the shorter stem, between rnd #6-9. I can't wait to see your version of my MUSICAL NOTES! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Happy Tuesday my friend! Today's post is dedicated to all the extraordinary people in the world that are on the frontline of the coronavirus outbreak. A big Thank You to all the doctors, nurses, hospital and care facilities workers, who have been working without rest, putting also their life at risk! Talking about doctors, who has never dreamed of becoming one when little?!? When I was a kid I would spend hours playing and taking care of my "sick" dolls, checking their temperatures, listening to their heart beat and giving them shots! Well, with today's free project, you'll be able to create a little nursing set for your little one that features a stethoscope, a syringe and a thermometer! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Have fun! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in White, Lilac, Gray and Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling HOOK SIZES: E/3,25 mm DIMENSIONS: Stethoscope (19” long); Thermometer (5” long); Syringe (5” long) STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), front loops only (FLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). STETHOSCOPE EAR TUBES (white and lilac yarn) Make two: 1) starting off with lilac yarn, 8 sc in a mr (8) 2-5) sc even (8) 6) switch to white yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 7-37) sc even (6) Switch to lilac yarn once working the last sc of round #37 of ear tube #2 Merge the ear tubes together: 39) join the yarn with a sl st to the ear tube #1, ch1 and sc in the same st, 5 sc, keep working on the ear tube #2, 6 sc (12) 40-42) sc even (12) 43) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (8) 44) switch to white yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (6) 45-91) sc even (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn BELL (white and lilac yarn) 1) 8 sc in a mr (8) 2) sc inc around (16) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (24) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (32) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (40) 6) working in BLO, sc even (40) 7-10) sc even (40) 11) working in BLO, *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (32) 12) working in both loops now, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (24); start stuffing 13) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (16); finish stuffing the bell firmly 14) sc dec around (8); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn. Join the white yarn to the FLO of the 1st sc of rnd #5, 1 sc in the same st, 3 sc, 1 sc inc, *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat 7 times (48); F/O, and hide the yarn. Join the white yarn to the FLO of the 1st sc of rnd #10, 1 sc in the same st, 3 sc, 1 sc inc, *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat 7 times (48); F/O, and hide the yarn. Sew the ear tube to the side of the bell, between rnd #7-9. THERMOMETER THERMOMETER (white and lilac yarn) 1) starting off with lilac yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (9) 3) sc even (9) 4) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (6) 5) switch to white yarn, sc even (6) 6) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 7-8) sc even (8) 9) 7 sc, 1 sc inc (9) 10) sc even (9) 11) 8 sc, 1 sc inc (10) 12) sc even (10); start stuffing 13) switch to lilac yarn, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (15) 14) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (20) 15) sc even (20) 16) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (25) 17) working in BLO, sc even (25) 18-28) working in both loops now, sc even (25) 29) *3 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (20) 30) *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (15) 31) working in BLO, *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (10); finish stuffing the thermometer firmly 32) working in both loops now, sc dec (5); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn. BUTTON (white and lilac yarn) 1) starting with lilac yarn, 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) switch to white yarn, *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the button to the thermometer between rnds #26-30. DISPLAY (white and lilac yarn) Using your yarn needle and the white yarn embroider the display, between rnds #21-24. SYRINGE NEEDLE, HUN AND BARREL (gray and white yarn) 1) starting with gray yarn, 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3-10) sc even (6) 11) switch to white yarn, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (9) 12-13) sc even (9) 14) working in FLO, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around, 1 sc (13) 15) working in BLO, sc even (13) 16-25) working in both loops now, sc even (13); stuff the syringe 26) working in BLO, sc dec around (7); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn. Embroider the VOLUME MARKINGS with some black yarn. PLUNGER (white yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) working in BLO, sc even (6) 3-5) sc even (6) 7) working in FLO, sc inc around (12) 8) working in both loops now, *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18); F/O, cut and hide the yarn. Cut a long string of white yarn to sew the plunger to the bottom part of the syringe. I can't wait to see your version of my NURSING TOY SET! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!

Hi my fellow crafters! Crocheting is a beautiful and fun way to keep both our mind and hands busy in these difficult and uncertain times. ...and when we are urged to stay home, and travels and vacations seems so far away, why not flying with our imagination? Today I'll be sharing a super easy pattern to create a cute little PARROT! ***You can purchase an AD-FREE PDF of this pattern with step-by-step pictures on Etsy HERE. Here's the FREE pattern! Enjoy! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner YARN: Medium Weight Cotton Yarn (Lace 4) in Green, Yellow, Red and Black OTHER MATERIALS: Polyester Fiber Filling; Two 12mm Black Plastic Safety Eyes; White Felt HOOK SIZES: E/3,25 mm DIMENSIONS: 4” x 4.5” STITCHES USED and ABBREVIATIONS: magic ring (mr), chain (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), back loop only (BLO), decrease (dec), increase (inc), fasten off (F/O). INSTRUCTIONS: work in rounds (join with a sl st and ch1 at the end of each round) unless otherwise instructed. 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). BODY (green yarn) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc inc around (12) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (18) 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** around (24) 5) *3 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** around (30) 6) sc even (30) 7) *4 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** around (36) 8) sc even (36) 9) *5 sc, 1 sc inc *, repeat ** around (42) 10-25) sc even (42) Cut two 6/8” rounded pieces of white felt, create a hole in them whit your scissors, insert the plastic safety eyes in the hole and then place them between rounds #8-9, 9 stitches apart. Secure the eyes with the back parts. 26) *5 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** around (36); start stuffing the body 27) sc even (36) 28) working in BLO, *4 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** around (30) 29) working on both loops now, *3 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** around (24) 30) *2 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** around (18) 31) *1 sc, 1 sc dec *, repeat ** around (12); finish stuffing the body 32) sc dec around (6); F/O, close the hole and hide the yarn BEAK (yellow and red yarn) 1) starting off with yellow yarn, 4 sc in a mr (4) 2) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (6) 3) *1 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** around (9) 4) 3 sc inc, 2 sc dec, 2 sc inc (12) 5) 2 sc inc, 2 sc, 2 sc dec, 2 sc, 2 sc inc (14) 6) 6 sc, 2 sc inc, 6 sc (16) 7) sc even (16) 8) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (12) 9) sc even (12); stuff the beak 10) switch to red yarn, flatten the beak and crochet through both layers now, 6 sc (6); F/O and leave a long tail of yarn to sew the beak in between the eyes, around rnds #6-7. Using yarn needle and yellow yarn, secure the sides of the beak (rnds #7-9) to the body. WINGS (green yarn; make two) 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 3) sc even (8) 4) *3 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (10) 5) *4 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (12) 6) *5 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (14) 7-13) sc even (14) 14) *5 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (12) 15) flatten the wing and crochet through both layers now, 6 sc (6); F/O and cut the yarn. Attach the wings to the side of the body between rnds #12-13. TAIL FEATHERS (green yarn) Make two: 1) 6 sc in a mr (6) 2) sc even (6) 3) *2 sc, 1 sc inc*, repeat ** twice (8) 4-7) sc even (8) Do not cut the yarn once you have completed the 2nd feather Merge the two feathers together: 8) join the yarn with a sl st to the 1st feather, ch1 and sc in the same st, 1 sc, 1 sc dec, 2 sc, 1 sc dec, keep working on the 2nd feather, *2 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** twice (12) 9) *1 sc, 1 sc dec*, repeat ** around (8); F/O and cut the yarn. Attach the tail to the back of the body between rnds #25-27. I can't wait to see your version of my KYLE the PARROT! Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook if you'd like! 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!