I can't believe I haven't blogged about anything since July! Where does the time go? I have been very busy though. Nine new toy patterns with houses and buckets, Infinity Scarf hooking, Boot Cuff knitting, photo taking, label making....the list goes on so let's get to blogging!
Three Little Bears (knitting pattern):
(I understand that the Koala is not actually a bear, but a marsupial. I'm keeping him with his pals just the same!)
Webster Dictionary has it like this:
koala |kōˈälə|nouna bearlike arboreal Australian marsupial that has thick gray fur and feeds on eucalyptus leaves. Also called native bear in Australia.
• Phascolarctos cinereus, the only member of the family Phascolarctidae.
• Phascolarctos cinereus, the only member of the family Phascolarctidae.
Koala Bear, Brown Bear and Panda Bear make up this perfect little squishy trio of zoo animals sure to make any baby smile.
You get all three patterns so you can make one or all three!
Naming them is up to you!
Perfect baby shower gift. You can knit one in about an hour or so.
I've also included YouTube links that show you how to cast on a small number of stitches AND a link on how to embroider the faces!
You get all three patterns so you can make one or all three!
Naming them is up to you!
Perfect baby shower gift. You can knit one in about an hour or so.
I've also included YouTube links that show you how to cast on a small number of stitches AND a link on how to embroider the faces!
Super easy and perfect for the advanced beginner or better knitter. If you have knit a hat in the round, you can master this! The head and body are knit in one piece and the ears are worked separately and sewn on.
Great way to use up your worsted weight scrap yarn. All you need is 5 yards (7grams) for the head and body. Some black or brown yarn for the face and "paws", fiber fill for stuffing and you're done.
On to some crocheted critters:
Petting Zoo (crochet pattern):
Squishy trio of pet animals ready for loads of hugs and love.
Super easy and perfect for the advanced beginner or better crocheter. The head and body are crocheted in one piece and the ears are worked separately and sewn on.
Super easy and perfect for the advanced beginner or better crocheter. The head and body are crocheted in one piece and the ears are worked separately and sewn on.
Great way to use up your worsted weight scrap yarn. All you need is 10-14 grams for the head and body. Some black or brown yarn for the face and “paws”, fiber fill for stuffing and you’re done.
Lion Brand Heartland was used for all three, but you can use any worsted weight yarn you have.
Lion Brand Heartland was used for all three, but you can use any worsted weight yarn you have.
Hook size D (3.25mm).
You get all three patterns (dog, kitty and bunny) so you can make one or all three!
Perfect baby shower gift. You can whip them up in a weekend.
Perfect baby shower gift. You can whip them up in a weekend.
Now, I've also got some crocheted Buddy Buckets for these guys! I can't tell you how much fun I had designing and making these!
You get all three buckets patterns, in three different sizes, so you can make one or all three!
Add some whimsy to your crocheted Petting Zoo buddies!
Add some whimsy to your crocheted Petting Zoo buddies!
Embroider a carrot, sew on alphabet buttons or use an iron on applique. All are unique and super easy.
These are rather sturdy as the finished bucket is quite dense so they can stand up on their own.
These are rather sturdy as the finished bucket is quite dense so they can stand up on their own.
Easily make your Buddy Bucket any size you like, and they can be used for other things too! Your child can tote around their cars, action figures, Barbie clothes or anything they like.
Great for gift giving. Make one and fill it with store bought items for a baby shower.....baby shampoo, washcloth and a onesie. I’m hooking one up and filling it with store bought Christmas ornaments for “baby’s 1st Christmas”.
Yarn for all three patterns:
I used Lion Brand Heartland medium (4) worsted weight; 5oz/142g; 251 yds/230m; 100% acrylic
You can use whatever worsted weight (4) yarn you have in your stash.
You need crochet hook D/3.25
I used Lion Brand Heartland medium (4) worsted weight; 5oz/142g; 251 yds/230m; 100% acrylic
You can use whatever worsted weight (4) yarn you have in your stash.
You need crochet hook D/3.25
Now, if that's not enough, I've got more!
Petting Zoo knitting pattern.
Squishy trio of pet animals ready for loads of hugs and love.
You get all three patterns (dog, kitty and bunny) so you can make one or all three!
Super easy and perfect for the advanced beginner or better knitter. If you have knit a hat in the round, you can master this! The head and body are knit in one piece and the ears are worked separately and sewn on.
I've also included YouTube links that show you how to cast on a small number of stitches AND a link on how to embroider the faces!
Great way to use up your worsted weight scrap yarn. All you need is 5 yards (7grams) for the head and body. Some black or brown yarn for the face and “paws”, fiber fill for stuffing and you’re done.
Lion Brand Heartland was used for all three, but you can use any worsted weight yarn you have. Needle US size 6 dpns (you need 4 of them).
Perfect baby shower gift. You can knit one in about an hour or so.
Super easy and perfect for the advanced beginner or better knitter. If you have knit a hat in the round, you can master this! The head and body are knit in one piece and the ears are worked separately and sewn on.
I've also included YouTube links that show you how to cast on a small number of stitches AND a link on how to embroider the faces!
Great way to use up your worsted weight scrap yarn. All you need is 5 yards (7grams) for the head and body. Some black or brown yarn for the face and “paws”, fiber fill for stuffing and you’re done.
Lion Brand Heartland was used for all three, but you can use any worsted weight yarn you have. Needle US size 6 dpns (you need 4 of them).
Perfect baby shower gift. You can knit one in about an hour or so.
AND, I have houses for them!
I would rate this as a very confident, advanced beginner and easy for the intermediate knitter.
You get all three "house" patterns (Dog House, Cat House and Rabbit Hole) so you can make one or all three!
Not just for toting my Petting Zoo buddies, kids can carry whatever they like in them. Cars, legos, crayons and paper, action figures or even a store bought little stuffed toy.
Perfect baby shower gift.
Yarn for all three patterns:
I used Lion Brand Heartland medium (4) worsted weight; 5oz/142g; 251 yds/230m; 100% acrylic
You can use whatever worsted weight (4) yarn you have in your stash.
Needles for all three patterns:
You get all three "house" patterns (Dog House, Cat House and Rabbit Hole) so you can make one or all three!
Not just for toting my Petting Zoo buddies, kids can carry whatever they like in them. Cars, legos, crayons and paper, action figures or even a store bought little stuffed toy.
Perfect baby shower gift.
Yarn for all three patterns:
I used Lion Brand Heartland medium (4) worsted weight; 5oz/142g; 251 yds/230m; 100% acrylic
You can use whatever worsted weight (4) yarn you have in your stash.
Needles for all three patterns:
US 6 16” circular
US 6 double points (4 of them)
US 6 double points (4 of them)
DOG HOUSE:
Tuck your pup in his own, cozy dog house where he’ll be safe and warm!
Knit from the top down with an I-cord handle for easy tote ability or sharing a nap.
Measurements: 7.5” H x 6.5” in diameter
Tuck your pup in his own, cozy dog house where he’ll be safe and warm!
Knit from the top down with an I-cord handle for easy tote ability or sharing a nap.
Measurements: 7.5” H x 6.5” in diameter
CAT HOUSE:
Tote your kitty is his or her very own cat house!
Knit from the top down with an I-cord handle, to match the collar, and ears on top of the garter stitch border.
Measurements: 8.5” (21.59cm) from the cast on edge x 6.5” (16.51cm)in diameter.
Tote your kitty is his or her very own cat house!
Knit from the top down with an I-cord handle, to match the collar, and ears on top of the garter stitch border.
Measurements: 8.5” (21.59cm) from the cast on edge x 6.5” (16.51cm)in diameter.
RABBIT HOLE:
Tuck your bunny in their own, cozy rabbit hole. Brown “dirt” with green “grass” and little carrot charms on the I-cord ties.
Measurements: 8” H x 6.5” in diameter
Tuck your bunny in their own, cozy rabbit hole. Brown “dirt” with green “grass” and little carrot charms on the I-cord ties.
Measurements: 8” H x 6.5” in diameter
So, now you know where I've been. In my studio knitting and hooking. I hope you like them as much as I do.
Find all my pattern store links at the top of this page, or:
Have a great week,
Sheila
Purls of Wisdom:
Looking for cheaper blocking boards? Look at my hand....they're HUGE. I found these at Wal Mart for $15. They are actually flooring pieces.
