Celtic Weave Bag

I haven't updated this blog for a quite while. Life is busy as usual but it doesn't stop me to knit and crochet! 

I created and listed this Celtic Weave Bag Pattern for a while in early spring this year. I designed it for my daughter who always wanted to have a tote bag with texture. So I thought a basket weaving pattern would be perfect! This pattern has plenty of pictures to guide you step by step. Although it’s an advanced crochet stitch that takes a little practice, it’s easy to remember once you get the hang of it.

Today we went to Princeton University for a walk. The weather wasn't too nice, strong wind and rain, but we had a good time walking, talking, and drinking coffee in the campus! 🍁🍂☕

NEW & Updated! MINI Twin Babies Amigurumi (Pattern)

Lots of you loved and enjoyed the patterns and designs for my Twin Babies pattern! So...I made another pattern, but this time, they are MINI Twin Babies! Just like the original Twin Babies, the Mini Twin Babies are also as cute and adorable, but easier to make! 

For those of you who are expecting parents or want to make these cute twin babies for family, friends, baby showers, or just for fun, you came to the right place. The Mini Twin Babies Pattern includes a baby boy (teal color) and a baby girl (lavender color) pattern. Each twin baby is 6 inches (15.25cm) in height. To find the patterns, you may go to Ravelry and the pictures will guide you to make the perfect mini twin babies for you, family, friends, and more! 

To purchase the Mini Twin Babies Pattern, please visit Here

New Design: Little Bunny (Pattern)

Wow! I haven't written any blog since 2016! OMG! I almost forgot to update my new designs here! Life is busy as usual but it doesn't stop me to create.....In these past years, I mostly focused on knitting rather than crocheting. I've knitted many beautiful knitwear. If you're interested, please visit my Ravelry account to see them.

During this difficult pandemic time, I have created few crochet designs. One of them is this Little Bunny! I was inspired by a newborn bunny in my backyard one day in early spring, just before Easter! The bunny was so cute who was in brown but also had a patch of white fur near the tail. Therefore I made a pattern of a bunny right away! Hope that everyone is doing well during this difficult time and stay safe and healthy!

You may find this Little Bunny pattern here on Ravelry!

You may find this Little Bunny pattern here on Ravelry! 

Daisy Granny Square Cushion Pillow

I think I've been fallen in love with granny squares!  I used to be scared of making granny squares because I have no patience to make many of them and join them together. I was once making a piano cover with granny square. I made 30 of them then I quit.  The squares became coasters in the kitchen!

I think I've been growing old enough (not a granny yet!) to patiently crochet granny squares now! I'd say I love it!  When the Stitch Studio Storybook lullaby yarns were on sale at A.C. Moore, I bought dozen of them - every single color! They've been sitting in the closet for a while and I was thinking how to get rid of them. I used them to make amigurumi dolls but I still couldn't finish them.  Suddenly granny square just popped up in my mind and I made two beautiful cushions with these yarns!  The small cushion is 12"x16" which is a perfect size for me and the square one is 16"x16" (16 squares in total, huh!). They're bought at Walmart under $3 each! Great deal! So, two cushions were made for my daughters! They of course love them!

Unfortunately, they're made by freehand so I don't have a pattern.  After I posted it on Facebook, so many people were asking for a pattern. Sorry ladies, I'm too lazy to write the pattern in words but I drew a diagram of the granny square. Is that ok?  For the back, many people asked, what it looks like.....it's nothing!  Just double crochet in white yarn with 3 buttons for opening! If you'd prefer, you can double the number of squares so that both sides look the same. Therefore, the buttons would be at the edge.

This is how I block the squares by using an empty Kleenex Tissue Box. Stick 4 bamboo sticks inside the box and through the bottom!

ahhhh.....I always have trouble to name the Treble Crochet...tr or tc? I'm confused!

 

Cuite Girls - Cherry (amigurumi)

We had beautiful cherry blossom last month in April.  It's so pleasant to see colorful flowers and grass when spring comes!  I made this Cutie Girls series - Cherry for spring. Do you like it?

Cutie Girls - Mocha (amigurumi)

I got inspired by a doll from Pinterest and I made up a pattern of it. I named her Mocha because she wears a pretty grey and brown color dress. She is the first doll in my Cutie Girls Series.  The pattern is pretty easy. Hope that you will enjoy making it (Many pictures)!  This pattern is available on ravelry now!

Owl Ornament (Free Pattern)

These owl are too lovely! I can’t stop making them in different colors!

I made the blue one a little bit bigger. Instead of doing 30sts on the body, I did 36sts and 2 extra rows. 

Those 3 fall color owls are my favorites! I picked up a stick from my backyard and hung them on it. It turns to a beautiful fall decor on my front door! I love it so much!

This pattern is written by Rebecca Homick. You can find her free pattern at Ravelry.

 

Bunny Katie

This little cute bunny is named after a girl's name Katie because it's for her 11th Birthday!  Her pink dress is removable which has a touch of a brown belt. So adorable. This patter is available for purchase on Ravelry.

Christmas Snowman Ornament (Free Pattern)

It's been a while that I didn't update this blog! I didn't stop crocheting, indeed, many patterns are posted on Ravelry.com.

I hope it's not too late to post this Snowman Ornament pattern before Christmas! You may also find this pattern in detail on Ravelry.

 

Snowman Ornament Crochet Pattern

Height: Approximately 5”x3.5”

Materials:

Red Heart Super Saver yarn in White and Orange

Red Heart Super Saver yarn in any color of your choice (I use Green in this pattern for earmuffs)

A pair of 9mm black safety eyes

Yarn needle

Fiberfill stuffing

Size H-8 (5mm)

Nose

With Orange yarn, Ch 2

Rnd 1: work 4sc in the 2^nd ch from hook

Rnd 2: work 2sc in each st around (8 sts)

Rnd 3-4: sc 8 (8 sts)

Fasten Off. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Head
With White yarn, Ch 2

Rnd 1: work 6sc in the 2^nd ch from hook

Rnd 2: work 2sc in each st around (12 sts)

Rnd 3: *1sc in next st, 2sc in next st; rep from * around (18 sts)

Rnd 4: *1sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st; rep from * around (24 sts)

Rnd 5: *1sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st; rep from * around (30 sts)

Rnd 6: *1sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st; rep from * around (36 sts)

Rnds 7-12: sc 36 (36 sts)

Rnd 13: *1sc in next 4 sts, dec 1; rep from * around (30 sts)

Rnd 14: *1sc in next 3 sts, dec 1; rep from * around (24 sts)

Work on face: Sew the nose on face. Position and attach the black eyes with safety backings (washers).

Rnd 15: *1sc in next 2 sts, dec 1; rep from * around (18 sts)

Rnd 16: *1sc in next 1 st, dec 1; rep from * around (12 sts)

Stuff Head

Rnd 17: dec 1, 6 times around (6 sts)

Fasten Off.

Earmuff
With Green yarn, Ch 2

Rnd 1: work 6sc in the 2^nd ch from hook

Rnd 2: work 2sc in each st around (12 sts)

Change to White yarn

Rnd 3: *1sc in next st, 2sc in next st; rep from * around (18 sts)

Change to Green yarn

Rnd 4: *1sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st; rep from * around (24 sts)

Rnd 5-6: sc 24 (24 sts)

Fasten Off and leave a long tail.  Stuff and sew to the side of the head.  Make 2.

Band of the earmuff

With Green yarn

Ch 12 (depends on how far the 2 circle earmuffs are attached to the head. You need to measure the distance on top of the head), ch 1, turn

Row 1: start from 2^nd ch from hook, sc each ch to the end (12 sts)

Fasten Off. Leave a long tail to sew to the earmuff circles on each side.

Attach a piece of yarn or chain 30 on top of the head for hanging.

Covered Button Ponytail Holder (Free Tutorial)

 I love all kinds of craft since I was young.  I guess I'm inspired by my mom who was so talented especially in sewing and knitting!  She used to sew dresses and knit sweaters for me and my sister when we were young.  When I became a teenager, I started to use a sewing machine to make some little string-pull bags for my stuffs.  Ponytail holders were something I loved to sew.  Now, I become a mother of two pretty daughters. I love to make handmade things for them. These ponytail holders are some of them!  Below is a tutorial video of showing how to make ponytail holders with cover buttons.  For cover button supplies, please visit my shop here.