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Penguin Ski Mask Crochet Pattern

Are you ready for another penguin design? This adorable Penguin Ski Mask is based on a pattern I made for all my children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. It was also a great seller at winter craft shows. Worked in back loops only, it creates a built-in ribbing to give the hat some stretch. The simple construction means the ski mask can be made in an evening, probably with colors you already have in your stash.

Materials:
Worsted weight yarn:
100 yards black
10 yards white
3 yards yellow
Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook

Gauge: 9 sc = 2″

Ski mask has built-in stretch due to working in BLO ribbing and fits 2-5-year-old child. Approximately 15” circumference and 8.5” tall.

Directions:
NOTE: Entire piece is worked in BLO to make ribbing.
Row 1: With black yarn, ch 35, hdc in 2nd ch, hdc across to last st, sl st in last st (33 hdc, 1 sl st).
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first st, hdc across.
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, hdc in next 30 sts, sl st in next st, leave last 3 sts unworked.
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first st, hdc in next 30 sts.
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, hdc in next 30 sts, hdc in sl st of Row 3, hdc in next 2 sts of Row 3, sl st in last st of Row 3:
Rows 6-16: Repeat pattern of Rows 2-5 until you have 16 rows. Fasten off black.
Lower face:
Row 17: Attach white yarn, ch 1, turn, hdc in next 15 sts. Leave remaining sts unworked.
Rows 18-24: Ch 1, turn, hdc in each st. Fasten off white yarn at end of Row 24.
Upper face:
Return to Row 16 and sk 5 sts from lower face.
Row 17: Attach black yarn in 6th st from lower face in Row 16. Ch 1, hdc in each hdc, hdc in sl st of previous row, hdc in next 2 hdc of previous row, sl st in last st. Continue working in pattern for upper face.
Row 18: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first st, hdc across.
Row 19: Ch 1, turn, hdc across, sl st in last st.
Row 20: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first st, hdc across.
Row 21: Ch 1, turn, hdc up to last 4 sts, sl st in next st, leave rem sts unworked.
Row 22: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first st, hdc across.
Row 23: Ch 1, turn, hdc across, sl st in last st.
Row 24: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first st, hdc across. Ch 5, sl st in Row 24 of lower face. Fasten off black.
Row 25: Return to lower face and attach black yarn at Row 24. Ch 1, turn, hdc in 15 hdc, hdc in 5 ch, hdc in 10 hdc, hdc in same st as sl st, hdc in 2 hdc of previous row, sl st in last st.
Rows 26-41: Repeat Rows 2-5 until you have 41 rows in total, ending at top of hat. Do not fasten off yarn.
Turn to work around top edge. Work sc dec around the top edge (10 sc). Ch 1, turn, work 2 sc tog 5 times (5 sc).
Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length. Use Ultimate Finish to close top: Cut yarn leaving 6” length.
Using yarn needle, pick up outer lp of each st in the last rnd. Pull tight.
YouTube Tutorial: Ultimate Finish
With right sides tog, sew back seam.
Beak:
Rnd 1: With yellow yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 3 sc in 2nd ch. Do not join. Work in continuous rounds 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 st* twice (6 sc).
Rnd 4: *2 sc in first st, sc in next st* 3 times (9 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 6” length.
Sew beak centered on lower face.

PDF Download: Penguin Ski Mask Crochet Pattern

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Scared Turkey Centerpiece

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Henry just heard from the other turkeys on the farm what happens to turkeys in November. Yikes!! Now he’s looking to get a ride to Washington, DC to get a presidential pardon.

Finished turkey measures 5″ tall.

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NOTE:  Pipe cleaner should only be used if turkey is made for home décor. If making as a toy, pipe cleaner is not recommended.

Materials:

Cotton worsted weight yarn:

45 yards rust

15 yards white

10 yards brown

2 yards red

5 yards yellow

10 yards orange

Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook

Two 6-mm black safety eye

Fiberfill

White pipe cleaner

 

Gauge: 9 sc = 2″, 9 rows = 2″

 

Directions:

Body:

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

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

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, repeat around (24 sc).

Rnds 5-9: Sc in each st.

Rnd 10: *Sc in 2 sts, dec over next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 11: *Sc in next st, dec over next 2 sts,* repeat around (12 sc).

Rnd 12: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 13: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 14: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 15: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st, repeat around (36 sc).

Rnds 16-23: Sc in each st.

Rnd 24: *Sc in next 4 sts, dec over next 2 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 25: *Sc in next 3 sts, dec over next 2 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 26: *Sc in 2 sts, dec over next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc). Stuff body.

Rnd 27: *Sc in next st, dec over next 2 sts,* repeat around (12 sc).

Rnd 28: Dec 6 times (6 sc). Join with sl st.

Close with Ultimate Finish technique: Cut yarn leaving 6” length. Using yarn needle, pick up outer lp of each st in the last rnd. Pull tight.

YouTube Tutorial: Ultimate Finish

Tail:

Row 1: With rust yarn, ch 4, 6 dc in 4th ch (7 dc with beg 3 ch counting as first dc).

Row 2: Turn, ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in first st, 2 dc in remaining sts, 2 dc in top of ch-3 (14 dc). Fasten off rust yarn.

Row 3: Attach orange yarn, turn, ch 4 (counts as dc, ch 1), dc in same st, *sk next st, dc, ch 1, dc in next st (V-stitch made),* 3 times, dc, ch 1, dc in top of ch-3.

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sl st in middle of V-stitch, ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same sp, ch 1, 2 dc in same sp, *2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc in center of next V-stitch* 7 times. Fasten off orange yarn.

Row 5: Turn, attach brown yarn in center of ch-2 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), ch 2, 2 dc in same sp, *dc between V-stitch of Row 3, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in next V-stitch (shell made) , dc in V-stitch of Row 3,* repeat across ending with shell in last sp.

Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sl st in first 2 sts, sl st in center of shell, ch 3 (counts as dc), work 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same sp, *3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in center of next shell* 7 times. Fasten off brown yarn.

Row 7: Turn, attach white yarn in center of shell. Holding pipe cleaner in back of sts, ch 3 (counts as dc), 6 dc in center of shell, *dc in long dc of Row 5, 7 dc in center of shell,* repeat across.

Legs: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. . Work in continuous rnds throughout.

Rnds 2-9: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 9.

Toes:

*Ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 ch, sl st in next st of Rnd 9,* repeat twice. Fasten off yellow yarn. Weave yarn through Rnd 9 and pull tight to close.

Sew legs to bottom of body at the back side of Rnd 2.

Note: Pin legs in place first to see where they need to be placed in order to support the turkey.

Beak:

Rnd 1: With yellow yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 3 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: Sc in each st. Join with sl st.

Fasten off yarn leaving 9” length for sewing. Sew beak to Rnds 7-8 of head.

Waddle:

With red yarn, ch 8, sl st in 2nd ch and each remaining ch. Fasten off leaving 6” length for sewing. Wrap across top of beak and sew in place with half of the waddle hanging down on one side.

Eyes: (Make 2)

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

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

Rnd 3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 6” length for sewing. Insert safety eye into center of Rnd 1. Sew eyes to face above beak, approximately 2 sts apart.

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What is Christmas Ami Super Pack exactly?

Well, this “Christmas” AMI SUPER PACK is an amigurumi crochet pattern bundle that contains 28 designer amigurumi patterns from 26 world-class amigurumi designers and bloggers. And the best news is that all the patterns have been hand-picked and are exclusively for Christmas season.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Penguin Gift Bag Crochet Pattern – A Cool Way to Wrap Your Holiday Gifts! 🐧🎁❄️

If you’re looking for a fun and festive way to give your gifts this holiday season, the Penguin Gift Bag Crochet Pattern is here to waddle its way into your heart! 🧶💙 Cute, practical, and oh-so-chilly, this adorable penguin bag is the perfect handmade touch for wrapping small presents, candy, or gift cards.

❄️ Why You’ll Love This Pattern

Forget boring gift wrap — this penguin bag is a gift and a keepsake all in one! With its sweet little face and cozy winter colors, it’s a project that’s as fun to make as it is to give. Plus, it’s reusable year after year, making it an eco-friendly alternative to paper wrapping.

🧶 Skill Level & Details

This pattern is great for confident beginners and up. It uses basic crochet stitches and simple shaping to create a charming bag that closes with a drawstring at the top. Step-by-step instructions guide you through each stage, so you can crochet your penguin with ease.

🎁 Perfect For:

  • Wrapping small holiday gifts or stocking stuffers

  • Party favors or handmade holiday swaps

  • Decorating your mantle or tree

  • Giving as a gift to a fellow penguin lover!

🐧 Add Some Personality

Customize your penguin by changing up the colors or adding decorations to the hat.  Each one can have its own personality — perfect for gifting to friends and family.

So this winter, skip the wrapping paper and make something that’s snow much cuter! ☃️ The Penguin Gift Bag Crochet Pattern brings handmade charm and a cool dose of winter whimsy to your holiday season.

 

Finished penguin bag measures approximately 5” tall by 3” wide.

Materials:
Worsted weight yarn:
25 yards MC
35 yards CC
5 yards white
2 yards yellow
Crochet hook size H (5.0 mm)
18-mm wiggly eyes

Directions:
Rnd 1: With MC yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring). Sc 6 in second ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc (12 sc).
Rnd 3: *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc,* repeat around (18 sc).
Rnd 4: *1 sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat around (24 sc).
Rnd 5: *1 sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat around (30 sc).
Rnd 6: *1 sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc,* repeat around (36 sc).
Rnds 7-14: Sc in each st. Fasten off MC.
Rnd 15: Working in BLO, attach CC yarn, ch 1, hdc in each st. Join with sl st in first hdc.
Rnds 16-17: Ch 1, *fp hdc, bp hdc,* repeat around. Join with sl st in first hdc.
Rnd 18: Ch 1, *dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (30 hdc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 19: Ch 1, hdc in each st. Join with sl st.
Rnd 20: Ch 1, *dec over next 2 sts, hdc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 hdc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 21: Ch 1, hdc in each st. Join with sl st.
Rnd 22: Ch 1, *hdc in next st, ch 1, skip 1 st,* repeat around. Join with sl st. Fasten off CC.
Weave in all ends.
Drawstring:

With CC yarn, make a chain 12″ long and knot both ends. Pull through loops made in Rnd 22 of penguin’s hat.
FACE:
Row 1: With white yarn, ch 7, sc in 2nd ch and in each of next 5 ch (6 sc).
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st (6 sc).
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each of next 6 sts, turn to work down edge, sc in row ends. Working in unused loops of foundation ch,
*sl st in first lp, 5 dc in next lp, sl st in next lp* repeat once, turn to work sc down row ends on the other side. Fasten off leaving
12” length for sewing.
Attach wiggly eyes in center st of dc clusters of Row 3. Sew face to head.
BEAK:
Rnd 1: With yellow yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 3 sc in 2nd ch. Do not join. Work in continuous rounds 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). Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 6” length for sewing.
Sew beak to face centered just below eyes.

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Christmas Gift Tags

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