Crochet Beans the Kitty

This kitties name is "Cinnamon".

Crochet "Beans" the Kitty Pattern

Original knit pattern here.

G hook/red heart super saver yarn

R1- ch2, 6sc in 2nd ch. don't join. 

R2- 2 sc in each (12)

R3- 2 sc in each (24)

R4- (sc in 1sc, 2sc in next) around (36)

R5- sc in each

R6- (sc in 2sc, 2sc in next) around (48)

R7-9- sc in each. 

R10- (sc in 4sc, sc dec) around, (40)

R11-12- sc 

R13- (sc in 3sc, sc dec) around. (32)

R14-15- sc

R16- (sc in 1sc, sc dec) around, sc in last 2. (22)

R17-18- sc in each. Don't cut. 

Stuff plump. Pinch top together and sc through both thicknesses. Cut. Tuck end. 

Cut a long piece & with lg eye needle, start at the bottom, push up to one side of the finish row in the center- go over the finish row and push needle through to the bottom. Tie snugly, indenting the head to make ears. 

Embroider a pink nose. Eyes use black or white or whatever you have on hand. 

Tail: ch 22, sc in 2 ch from hook, sc in each ch. (21)

Cut leaving a long end and sew to butt. 

Kitty Knits

     I've been on a "kitty" kick for the past two days. I found this adorable pattern by Linda at Natural Suburbia and I've just gone kitty crazy! It takes me about an hour to make one. It uses so little yarn that I have been using bits from my "ball stash". They are great little stash busters. 

     The most fun part of this for me has been naming them. The original pattern done by Linda was named "Beans". I adopted that same name for the first little guy I made (first picture). When I started using other colors, they needed other names. I had my friends on Bizzy Crochet's FB page help me name one of the kitties...which I called Paprika, but there were so many cute names I decided that I needed to make a kitty for each name. I'm about 1/3 of the way through the list. 

"Beans"

"Porridge"

"Sprinkles"

"Paprika"

"Noodles"

"Cherry" and "Pumpkin"

Size 6 dpns, a little ball of yarn, and some fluff....THE CUTE IS RIDICULOUS!

 Once again...here is the pattern.

Finished Mushroom Purse

I finished what I call my 'mushroom bag'. I used fall tone acrylic yarn that I purchased on clearance. Then I lined it with an adorable cotton blend mushroom patterned fabric. I added a chunky wooden button and wooden handles. I love the way it turned out, and I can hardly wait to give it to my friend for her birthday. 

The original pattern is in this issue of Simply Crochet-UK, which you can get as a download online or through the newsstand app on iPhone. 

LadyBug Picnic Pattern

Lady Bug Picnic Pattern

by Elizabeth Mareno

Two simple, and easy-to-tote motifs crafted in any variety of colors to
create a fun, original piece of fiber art.

An ad-free version of this pattern can be purchased on ETSY or my website.
   

Materials:

Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn * 7oz each

4 skeins - Light Grey 

2 skeins - Cranberry

2 skeins - Mid Green 

2 skeins - Dark Olive

H hook

Large eye needle for assembly

Hexagon Motif: 7” 
Square Motif: 2-3/4”

Finished blanket size: 47” x 74” Gauge is not important in this project

Specialty Stitches:
Beginning Popcorn (BP): ch3 (cts as dc), 4 dc in sm sp, drop last loop, insert in 3rd ch of ch3 &
last loop, yo, pull through.
Popcorn (PC): 5dc in sp indicated, drop last loop, insert in first dc and last loop, yo, pull
through.

Hexagon Motif: Make 15 of each color scheme *Follow chart below*

R1- w/MC, ch4, join to make circle, ch3 (not dc), 16dc in circle, join. Drop MC loop to the back,

do NOT cut.

R2- w/CC, join w/sl st in sm sp as dropped loop, make BP, [ch4, skip 3 dc, make PC in next dc] 2x,
ch4, sk 3, join with 1st popcorn (make sure the MC loop is behind before you join). Cut CC. (4 PC,

4 ch4 sp)

R3- pick up MC loop from behind, ch2, sl st in PC, ch2 (not hdc), [2hdc in PC, (working around ch4

from R2) 2dc in next 3 dc] 4x, join with 1st hdc. (32)

R4- ch3 (not dc), 2dc in next st, [dc in 1 st, 2dc in next] 15x, join to 1st dc. (48) Drop MC loop

to the back, do NOT cut.

R5- w/CC, join with sl st to sm sp as dropped loop, make BP, [ch6, sk 5dc, make PC in next st] 7x,
ch6, join to 1st popcorn. (8PC, 8 ch6 sp) Cut CC.

R6- pick up MC loop from behind, ch2, sl st in PC, ch2 (not hdc), [hdc in PC, (working around ch6

from R5) 2dc in next, dc in 2dc, 2dc in next] repeat around. Join w/sl st to 1st hdc. (64)

R7- ch1 (not sc), sc in join st and next 6st, 2sc in next, (sc in 7 st, 2sc in next) around. Join

w/ sl st to 1st sc. Cut MC (unless you are working with light grey).

R8- join Light Grey with ch3 (not dc), dc in join sp and next 7sc, 2dc in next, (dc in 8sc, 2dc in
next) around. Join to 1st dc.  Cut Light Grey leaving a long end for sewing motifs together.

Square Motifs: *Follow Chart below*

R1- w/center color, ch4, make circle, ch3 (does ct as dc), make 3 more dc in circle, (ch2, 4dc) in

circle 3 more times, ch2, join with ch3. Cut center color.

R2- w/light grey, join with sl st in any ch2, ch3 (does ct as dc), (dc, ch2, 2dc) in sm corner sp,

dc in each dc to next ch2 (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch2 space (corner made).

Continue dc in each dc, and make corners in each ch2, join with sl st to 1st dc. Cut leaving a long

end for sewing motifs together.

Assembly:

Whipstitch motifs together, right sides together.

Finishing Edge Row:
Look at your afghan and locate a “corner” hexagon. Join with ch3 in the outer ch2 space in the
small square right before the corner hexagon. Ch3, dc, ch2, 2dc in the ch2 sp, dc in each dc to the
next ch2 sp *dc in ch2, dc3tog {in the ch2, and 2 dc from hexagon, the ones that make the corner of
the hexagon}, (dc in 8dc, 2dc in next 2dc)twice, dc in 8dc, repeat dc3tog {in 2 corner dc from
hexagon and next ch2 sp}, dc in ch2 sp * dc in next 8dc, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in ch2 sp,
Use dc3tog in each inner corner and put (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in each outer ch2. Dc in each regular dc,
and put 2dc in each of the dc’s that make the hexagon corners.
Repeat from * to * on each corner hexagon.

       

Pattern Terminology:

ch- chain
sc- single crochet
sc dec (or dec)- single crochet decrease sl st- slip st
hdc- half double crochet dc- double crochet
dc3tog- double crochet 3 together, yo, insert hook in space, yo, pull through, yo, pull through two
loops, yo insert hook in next sp, yo, pull through, yo, pull through two loops, yo, insert hook in
last sp, yo, pull through, yo, pull through two loops.
rpt- repeat
sm sp- same space
yo- yarn over

Instructions for the chart:

Single Color= Small Squares

Double Color= MC/CC (Popcorns)

D= Dark Green
D/B= Dk Grn/Burg
L= Light Green
L/D= Lt Grn/Dk Grn
B= Burgundy
B/S= Burg/Silver
S= Silver (Lt Grey)
S/L= Silver/Lt Grn

15 hexagons of each color scheme

Small Sqrs– 24 B
25 D
24 L

© Bizzy Crochet and Design 2013

Packer Football Afghan

Here is the latest football themed afghan that I have had the privilege to make for some friends of mine. This one is done in Packers colors. I just wanted to share a completed project on here. I'm working on becoming a better blogger. lol

Pattern Information: The book name is Annie's Favorite Special Occasions Crochet Projects put out in 2000. I know it can be found on Amazon.com and other places that sell books. It usually ranges anywhere from $20-$60 depending on the seller. I have contacted Annie's about permission to share the pattern since it is out of print, but their answer to me was that they would like to reserve the right to share it themselves, which I respect. The problem is they aren't sharing it, even for individual pattern sale. (Which they would make a killing on if they would just do that.....just in case Annie's is paying attention.) So, the best I can tell you is to find it on Amazon or some other book selling site and decide whether or not this pattern is worth the cost. Other than that, I have no information on how to get it. 

AllFreeCrochet.com Featured Another Pattern! Yay!

AllFreeCrochet.com has come out with another cool, FREE e-book and they have featured my Faeries pattern (page 20- Fairy Tales Baby Blanket) as one of the 17 Colorful Afghans!

Woohoo! Thanks All Free Crochet!! 

I know I'm inspired by all of the colorful afghans in this e-book! Can't wait to get started making some "Colorful Circle in a Square" granny squares!

And a "Stained Glass Motif" blanket....

OH! And that "Blackberry Salad Striped Afghan"!!....or am I just hungry? Nope, I want to make the afghan! LOL

It's a win, win with this book!!

Owl Pillows in Two Sizes: Last Pattern for 2012!

My last pattern for the year 2012 just happens to be Owl Pillows! :) This house has been on an owl craze for a month or two. The daughter is infatuated with them. I have to admit, they are pretty cute! I had someone request an owl pillow and I thought it would be a good opportunity to see what kind of pattern I could come up with, since I couldn't find what I liked on the web. 

Here is what I have to offer you:

 

It is a free pattern (Ravelry download), so I hope you enjoy! :)

The color combinations are endless because they use up scraps. I bought a variety pack of colorful buttons over the Holidays and decided to use those as eyes. You can really use anything that strikes your fancy! Just remember to err on the side of caution when making these for little ones. We don't want anyone choking!

Happy Crocheting!

Beatrice the Pteradactyl

Beatrice, the Pteradactyl, is the second in my series of dinosaur patterns (even though she's not technically a dinosaur). Her pattern is a Ravelry Download. To continue my birthday month celebration, her pattern will be free November 10th to November 17th (2012). After that, her pattern will be $2.99.

I can just imagine a whole family of "Beatrice's" in a rainbow of colors. She would make a GREAT stash buster!! Her finished size is 8-1/4" tall with a 10-1/2" wing span.

Beatrice would also make a wonderful friend to put in your bag of charity toys at Christmas time. She just wants somebody to love. :)

Zen Baby Hat Pattern

The Zen Baby Hat pattern is participating in the 
2025 Head Over Heels Blog Hop running from February 10 to February 24!

                             

This fabulous Hop has been organized by our good friend, Debbie, of MadameStitch.

There will be 24 patterns available (up to 2 per day) starting February 10th. 

Each pattern will be a free download for 24 hours.

Visit the Roundup Post to get today's (Feb 11) coupon code for the Zen Baby Hat.

Then click below to go get your free download on Ravelry!

If you would rather not wait for each pattern to be released- you can pick up the awesome bundle created by Debbie so you can have every pattern now and in one convenient location! 

$13.99 for 24 patterns. 

Thank you if you use my affiliate link below!

 

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Find Your Crochet Zen with the Zen Baby Hat

Looking for a baby hat that’s as peaceful to make as it is adorable to wear? The Zen Baby Hat is all about simplicity, relaxation, and effortless style. With clean lines, a classic shape, and a delicate flower embellishment, this design is perfect for crocheters who love a soothing project with a touch of charm.

Made with worsted weight yarn, this hat works up quickly and is available in three sizes, with extra tips on how to personalize the fit. Whether you’re stitching up a sweet baby shower gift or making something special for a little one in your life, the Zen Baby Hat is a delightful project to unwind with.

The best part? You can use the free pattern on the blog, or if you prefer an easy-to-print version, the PDF upgrade is available too! So, gather your yarn, find your happy place, and let’s crochet some Zen!

 

Meet Bert the Triceratops!

Bert is my newest toy pattern! November is my birthday month (like my birthday decorations?) and I have decided that I am going to celebrate my birthday month by giving away more patterns! Bert is the first of a series of dinosaur patterns that I have come up with. He is a FREE Ravelry Download from November 3rd to November 10th, 2012. After that, his pattern will be available in my Ravelry and Etsy stores for $2.99. Get him FREE while you can....don't waste any time!!

Because Bert is eventually going to end up being a purchased pattern, there are no restrictions put on your ability to sell the items you make from this pattern! Even if you got it for FREE! :)

Bert works up fast and easy. He is what I would consider a good beginner's pattern for someone just getting into Amigurumi. Not too many pieces and he's simple to put together.

Hope you enjoy making Bert as much as I did!

Family Time

 We enjoyed a few hours at the beach recently. We gathered some shells and enjoyed the lovely breeze. The weather has finally cooled down to a reasonable temperature. We have had the house open for the last three days and I LOVE IT!

My baby man, Teo, turned 16 in September. We had fun decorating and being silly for his birthday. We bought a whole bunch of Avengers decorations and put up streamers and a Happy Birthday banner. He asked for brownies for his birthday 'cake', so I made some super fudgy ones. He got a kick out of his goodies. :) Then we celebrated at Steak N Shake (his choice) and went to see Batman: The Dark Knight Rises. That was a wonderful end to that series. It left openings for certain story lines to be continued, and completed the Batman trilogy on a tremendously hopeful note. We are pretty geeky in this house, so those things matter to us. LOL.