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Bighorn Sheep Ram Keychain Crochet Pattern

Materials:
Worsted weight yarn:
15 yards MC
15 yards CC
Crochet hook size G (4.0 mm)
Pipe cleaner
Ball chain & connector
GAUGE SWATCH: 9 rows = 2”, 8 sc = 2”
Keychain measures 4.5” wide x 2.75” tall (including horns).

Directions:
HEAD:
Rnd 1: With MC, ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation ch, sc in next 2 lps, 2 sc in last lp (10 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.
Rnd 2: Sc in each st.
Rnd 3: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts (16 sc).
Rnd 4: Sc in each st.
Rnd 5: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* sc in next 2 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 2 sts, * to * 2 times (22 sc).
Rnds 6-10: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 10.
Rnd 11: Fold piece flat and work through both sides. Ch 1, sc in each st, sl st in same st as last sc (11 sc). Fasten off MC.
HORNS: (Make 2)
Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic ring), 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 2 sts (4 sc).
Rnd 3: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 3 sts (5 sc).
Rnd 4: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 4 sts (6 sc).
Rnd 5: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 5 sts (7 sc).
Rnd 6: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 6 sts (8 sc).
Rnds 7-11: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 11. Fasten off C yarn leaving 6” length for sewing.
ASSEMBLY:
Cut 2 pieces of pipe cleaner 5” long. Fold in half and crimp ends. Insert folded pipe cleaner into horn. Sew horn to Rnds 9-11 of head. Curl horns.
Cut 6” piece of ball chain and insert through middle sc of head. Join both ends with connector.

 

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Cancer Cozy Comforts Day 20

 

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It’s Day 20 of the “Cancer Cozy Comforts” crochet pattern hop, sponsored by the designers of the Crochet Designer Community.
Today’s featured pattern is brought to you by Malynda’s Crafts.

Weekly Featured Pattern 

Easter will be here before we know it. Grab this cute 🐥basket🐷 pattern this week to make the cutest Easter favors.

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Cat Friendship Bracelet Crochet Pattern

cat friendship bracelet

Welcome to February, a month filled with possibilities and the perfect time to embrace the cozy art of crochet. As we bid farewell to January, it’s time to usher in the new month with creativity and warmth. What better way to do that than by starting a fresh crochet project? Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a beginner, this month is all about crafting something special with your own hands. Let’s embark on a journey of creativity, relaxation, and the joy of making.

In the world of fashion, trends often come full circle, and the latest revival to capture hearts is the timeless charm of friendship bracelets. These colorful, handcrafted accessories are not just for kids on summer camp; they’re making a stylish comeback, adorning wrists with a touch of nostalgia and a whole lot of camaraderie. Join the resurgence of friendship bracelets this season as we explore why these woven wonders are becoming the must-have accessory for the fashion-forward.

Start your month off right with this Cat Friendship Bracelet crochet pattern, a purrfectly delightful way for crafters to express their love for feline friends through a handmade accessory. This crochet pattern allows you to create a charming bracelet adorned with an adorable cat motif, making it an ideal project for both beginners and seasoned crocheters.

Materials:

20 yards #10 cotton thread

Size 1.5 mm crochet hook

OR

50 yards sport weight yarn

Size C (2.75 mm) crochet hook

 

Directions are given for Small with Medium, Large, and XL in [ ].

Gauge: 19 sc = 2” with cotton thread,

22 sc = 4” with sport weight yarn.

 

Bracelet with cotton thread is ¾” wide. Small (child) is 5.25” long, Medium (teen) is 6.5” long, Large (women) is 7.25” long, XL (men) is 8” long.

Bracelet with sport weight yarn is 1.25” wide. Small is 4.75” long, Medium is 6.5” long, XL is 8.25” long.

Bracelet is easy to make longer or shorter; start with fsc in multiples of 8 + 3 to get desired length.

 

 

 

 

 

 

COTTON THREAD

Directions: S [M, L, XL]

Row 1: Fsc 51 [59, 67, 75] with MC.

Rows 2-6: Ch 1, turn, work in chart for 5 rows. Fasten off CC yarn.

OR

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, work in sc across: 4 MC, *3 CC, 5 MC,* repeat across ending with 4 MC.

Rows 3-5: Ch 1, turn, work in sc across: 3 MC, *5 CC, 3 MC,* repeat across.

Row 6: Ch 1, turn, work in sc across: 3 MC, *1 CC, 3 MC,* repeat across.  Fasten off CC.

Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st with MC. Fasten off MC.

Cut yarn in 6” pieces and thread through corners of bracelet for ties.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPORT WEIGHT YARN

Directions: S [M, XL]

Row 1: Fsc 27 [35, 43] with MC.

Rows 2-6: Ch 1, turn, work in chart for 5 rows. Fasten off CC yarn.

OR

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, work in sc across: 4 MC, *3 CC, 5 MC,* repeat across ending with 4 MC.

Rows 3-5: Ch 1, turn, work in sc across: 3 MC, *5 CC, 3 MC,* repeat across.

Row 6: Ch 1, turn, work in sc across: 3 MC, *1 CC, 3 MC,* repeat across.  Fasten off CC.

Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st with MC. Fasten off MC.

Cut yarn in 6” pieces and thread through corners of bracelet for ties.

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February is National Heart Month

Valentine's day crochet patterns

 

Celebrate your loved ones this month with these awesome free Valentine’s Day patterns.

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Organize Your Workspace and Add a Desk Pet

A common new years resolution is organization. Maintaining an organized workspace is essential to keeping the mind clear and focused. This little robot was designed to sit on your desk and keep you company while you work.

Otto Correct Desk Pet

Plush toy measures approximately 8” tall (including antennae) by 5.5” wide.

Gauge: 9 rows = 2”, 8 sc = 2”

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn:

50 yards MC (body & head)

35 yards CC (shoulders)

5 yards black (screen color)

Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook

25-mm googly eyes

Peel & stick felt

Marbles

Fiberfill

Pipe cleaner

25-mm doll joints

STITCHES:

Invisible decrease: https://youtube.com/shorts/0NC5nXyDvwI?feature=share

Directions:

Body:

Rnd 1: With MC yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 7 sc in 2nd ch from hook (7 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (14 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (21 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (28 sc).

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (35 sc).

Rnd 6: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (42 sc).

Place piece on felt and mark around edges.

Rnd 7: Working in BLO, sc in each st.

Rnds 8-20: Working in both lps, sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 20. Fasten off MC yarn.

Trim felt to fit bottom of body. Insert inside body.

Add a few marbles to weight the base. Stuff body.

Shoulders:

Rnd 1: With CC yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 7 sc in 2nd ch from hook (7 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (14 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (21 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (28 sc).

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (35 sc).

Rnd 6: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (42 sc).

Rnd 7: *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (49 sc).

Rnds 8-11: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 11. Fasten off CC yarn with 12” length for sewing.

Insert posts of doll joints into Rnd 9, one on each side.

Upper Arms: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With CC yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work arms in continuous rnds.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnds 3-6: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at tne of Rnd 6. Fasten off CC yarn with 6” length for sewing.

Insert posts from shoulders through Rnd 2 of upper arms. Place washer on post, then end piece and lock in place.

Place shoulders on body and sew in place with Rnds 10-11 of shoulders overlapping body.

Lower Arms: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With MC yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work arms in continuous rnds.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (6 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (9 sc).

Rnds 4-7: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 7. Stuff lower arm and place Rnd 7 inside of Rnd 6 of upper arm. Sew in place.

Neck:

Rnd 1: With CC yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnd 3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off CC yarn with 9” length for sewing.

Insert post of doll joint into neck with post pointed upward. Sew neck to Rnd 2 of Shoulders.

Screen:

Row 1: With black (or desired color) yarn, ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and remaining 5 ch (6 sc).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, inc in first st, sc in next 4 sts, inc in last st (8 sc).

Rnd 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rnd 4: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across, dec over last 2 sts (6 sc).

Rnd 5: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st around all 4 sides with 2 sc in each corner (20 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off black.

Rnd 6: Attach MC yarn. Ch 1, sc in each st with 2 sc in each corner (24 sc). Join with sl st.

Rnds 7-8: Repeat Rnd 6 (32 sc).

Place piece on felt and mark around edges.

Rnd 9: Ch 1, working in BLO, sc in each st. Join with sl st.

Rnds 10-11: Ch 1, working in both lps, sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn.

Trim felt piece and stick to inside of screen. Insert post of joint from neck into center bottom of head. Add washer and end piece. Lock in place.

Back of Head:

Row 1: With MC yarn, ch 8, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each remaining ch (7 sc).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, inc in first st, sc in next 5 sts, inc in last st (9 sc).

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, inc in first st, sc in next 7 sts, inc in last st (11 sc).

Rows 4-6: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 7: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across, dec over last 2 sts (9 sc).

Row 8: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across, dec over last 2 sts (7 sc). Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing.

Lay flat on felt and mark edges. Cut felt to 1/16” inside marked lines. Stick in place to wrong side of back. Stuff head. Sew back of head to front.

Sew googly eyes to screen.

Antennae: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With desired color of yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn with 6” length for sewing.

Cut 4” piece of pipe cleaner, fold in half and insert through center of Rnd 1 with ¾” to 1” extending above Rnd 1. Crimp ends inside antennae. Sew to top of head at sides.

Weave in (or hide) all ends.

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Beautiful Bugs Blanket

Imagine yourself wrapped up in the joy of crocheting a blanket adorned with beautiful bugs, each stitch reminding you of nature’s wonders. Whether you’re stitching it for a little one, or creating a cozy masterpiece for yourself, this event is a celebration of the magic that happens when community and creativity intertwine.

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