I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas holiday. Ours was filled with family, friends, and food. We made tamales at our houses, and other family members brought rice, beans, and a brisket. Of course, I also made a few pies. My niece loves strawberry pie, so that was a must! It was so much fun watching the children open their gifts, playing games with the family, and my SIL brought a pinata for the kids. So much fun!
Once Christmas is over, thoughts turn to New Year’s Eve and the goals for the coming year. Have you started working on your resolutions yet? I’ve compiled some of my most popular blog posts to help with that.
Pets
Are you adopting a pet this year, or did you get a puppy for Christmas? My Bruno was a Christmas gift from my husband last year, and I published the sweater pattern I designed for him. There are 2 puppy sizes, and I’m going to work on an adult pug sweater before the weather gets cold in Texas.
Many people love to organize their home for the new year, so here are several adorable eyeglass holders to crochet so you’ll always know where your glasses are.
If you’ve been wanting to learn how to crochet, start with this simple Rainbow Scarf. The YouTube tutorial gives you step-by-step instructions to make yourself a lovely scarf, or you can gift it to your favorite person.
Snowflake Kitchen Boa Crochet Pattern in Tunisian Stitch
Already know how to crochet but want to learn a new stitch? Try Tunisian with this lovely Snowflake Kitchen Boa tutorial.
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This bundle has every premium home & bag pattern you could ever need. I know I’ll be making several of these patterns for my gift list this year, and I think you’re going to love them! Plus some of them are simply amazing for myself as selfish crochet makes. I love this bundle because it’s functional and amazing. It has so many gorgeous, trendy patterns that are quick work ups and just perfect for gifts, to donate and even sell in your craft shop.
From clothing for home to home decor, and blankets and bags, this bundle has every pattern you could ever need to make your home pretty and yourself stylish.
The “Garden Party” AMI SUPER PACK is a steal, definitely!
With over 30+ garden and party-inspired designer patterns (you can even make 66 crochet items) at 90% OFF, the SUPER PACK is a smart choice.
But is the pack worth $14.99?
Well, we – 32 professional amigurumi designers from all over the world – have contributed here in the Pack our best designs, with the garden party theme.
They are not only PDF copies but premium versions of amigurumi patterns, with no-ad, step-by-step crochet instructions, photo tutorials… to help you to crochet the best amigurumi.
Whether you prefer printouts, or online stored, or download to your phone to crochet anytime, these copies are the best!
Moreover, each pattern in the Pack is hand-picked to meet the theme of garden party-inspired amigurumi, which will save you many hours looking around to find your favorite patterns.
With 30+ best designs from the best amigurumi designers, no wonder that the Pack is all you need. The best time-saving deal, right?
You have time to hop from this designer’s page to other ones to find the pattern you need! I got it, sometimes it is so fun to do that! But if you buy all of these patterns individually, it will cost you almost $150. This means it AMI SUPER PACK helps you to save 90% normal value! https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/14206/209390
Purchase any pattern valued at $1.99 or over and get $1.00 off each pattern. Use coupon code DOLLARDAY through midnight August 9 to stock up on patterns!
Helen Wilkinson from Sunflower Cottage Crochet is hosting her Preemie Crochet Challenge again this year. Each day a new baby crochet pattern by an indie designer will be featured. For each pattern you download, we are asking for one item to be donated to a charity for preemies or hospital of your choice.
Last year was absolutely fantastic, and the support and pledges from other designers and crocheters within the crochet community was fabulous. We are hoping that 2021 will be no different! Our goal is to surpass the pledge count from last year (which was over 22,000 pledges!) and are aiming for over 30,000 this year!
You can read about why this challenge means so much to us at Sunflower Cottage Crochet HQ here
HOW DOES THE CHALLENGE WORK?
Each day at 8am London time, the blog post will be updated with that day’s featured pattern.
I will give you the code and links you need. If the designer has a blog, you will be directed there for more information about the pattern; if not you will be taken directly to Ravelry.
You will decide if you would like that pattern.
By accepting the free PDF download, you are pledging to donate at least one made item from that pattern to a Preemie charity/organization/NICU/family of your choosing.
The patterns below will be categorized as the event progresses to make it easier for you to establish which patterns are still available, which are available free on the designers blog, and which are now only paid patterns. The first pattern will be the featured pattern for that day.
We have kept a round up of last year’s patterns that were donated to the challenge for your reference. Many of the patterns are still available free on the designers blog and a couple will always be free on Ravelry! You can check out that post here.
This cozy looking blank uses Bernat Velvet yarn (or any #5 weight yarn), 6mm hook and the moss and shell stitch. I love the overall effect of it. Bernat Velvet is a yarn that I love to touch but rarely work with! Erin named this one after her adorable daughter.
The coupon code is good until 31st August and the pattern is free on Erin’s blog.
Hello Crochet Friends! You are invited to join our “Garden Party”
The “Garden Party” Ami Super Pack has launched! You can grab the Pack here: https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/14206/209390 The “Garden Party” Ami Super Pack is full of the 30+ cutest amigurumi patterns, inspired by garden parties or garden picnics from the top amigurumi designers and bloggers. You can have all 30+ patterns (that can make 66 items) in the Pack with 90% off! Am I kidding? Oh no! That means you can save hundreds of bucks to have the most beautiful amigurumi patterns.
The patterns are handpicked from the most awesome designers in the world. Just to name a few…
And yes, there are some new talented designers contributing their fabulous patterns into the Pack. Obviously, it is a great time for you to get to know them and follow them if you love their designs. Big names or small names, they have common things to share: The love of amigurumi, the love of garden parties or picnics, and the talent to create beautiful designs!
Purchase through this link, email me a copy of your receipt, and I’ll send you a coupon for one free pattern of your choice from My Fingers Fly.
Mushroom Pillow Pattern for Addi King Knitting Machine
When a mushroom is this cute, you just can’t say no! If you like garden parties, and you like making adorable items on your Addi, this quick and easy pattern is definitely for you. The pattern also includes a link to a YouTube tutorial.
Materials needed:
Worsted weight yarn:
70 yards red
120 yards white
Yarn Needle
Addi Pro knitting machine
Fiberfill
Self-adhesive white felt
Finished measurements will be approximately 15″ inches tall by 9″ circumference.
Directions:
STEM:
On the Addi King, cast on white yarn and work 50 rounds. Use yarn needle to cast off stitches.
Fold in half lengthwise and use mattress st to close. Stuff stem firmly enough to support the cap.
CAP:
On Addi King, cast on white yarn and work 30 rounds. Switch to red yarn and work another 50
rounds. Use yarn needle to cast off stitches. Cut a piece of foam stabilizer (or lightweight plastic)
into a 9” diameter piece. On the white end of the cap, pull stitches tightly to close. Insert
foam stabilizer to keep the bottom (white portion) of the mushroom cap flat. Stuff the
cap, then pull stitches tightly to close on red end. Sew stem to cap with 2 rounds of running stitches.
Cut several felt circles in varying sizes and glue to red portion of mushroom cap.
Helen Wilkinson from Sunflower Cottage Crochet is hosting her Preemie Crochet Challenge again this year. Each day a new baby crochet pattern by an indie designer will be featured. For each pattern you download, we are asking for one item to be donated to a charity for preemies or hospital of your choice.
Last year was absolutely fantastic, and the support and pledges from other designers and crocheters within the crochet community was fabulous. We are hoping that 2021 will be no different! Our goal is to surpass the pledge count from last year (which was over 22,000 pledges!) and are aiming for over 30,000 this year!
You can read about why this challenge means so much to us at Sunflower Cottage Crochet HQ here
HOW DOES THE CHALLENGE WORK?
Each day at 8am London time, the blog post will be updated with that day’s featured pattern.
I will give you the code and links you need. If the designer has a blog, you will be directed there for more information about the pattern; if not you will be taken directly to Ravelry.
You will decide if you would like that pattern.
By accepting the free PDF download, you are pledging to donate at least one made item from that pattern to a Preemie charity/organization/NICU/family of your choosing.
The patterns below will be categorized as the event progresses to make it easier for you to establish which patterns are still available, which are available free on the designers blog, and which are now only paid patterns. The first pattern will be the featured pattern for that day.
We have kept a round up of last year’s patterns that were donated to the challenge for your reference. Many of the patterns are still available free on the designers blog and a couple will always be free on Ravelry! You can check out that post here.
Today’s featured pattern – Fighter Blanket by Kimberly’s Crafts
This corner to corner blanket is great if you are new to corner to corner and want to give it a go, or if you are experienced and want a quick C2C project. Kimberly has asked us to host a post for her today so you can find out more about the designer and get the links you need by clicking the button below.
Of course, after you make a few Bonding Squares for your local NICU, you’ll always want to make a gift or two. Get this free Baby Gift Tag PDF to download.
