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Inspiration. Amigurumi Animals.
Introduction to Amigurumi Animals Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small stuffed animals and creatures. This craft has gained popularity worldwide, thanks to its charming and whimsical designs that bring joy to both makers and recipients. Inspiration for Your Amigurumi Creations Whether you are a seasoned crocheter or a beginner, finding inspiration for your Amigurumi animals can greatly enhance your crafting experience. Below are some ideas to spark your creativity: 1. ...
Patterns or Experiments?
Warm Wishes to Friends Hello, my dear friends! I want to wish you a nice day and positive mood! Hope, you're safe and sound! Encouragement for Creativity Do you always follow the pattern or do you like to create your own things, just which comes to your mind? As for me, if you can do such experiments, you're a real guru of knitting!
Summer Beach Set
You’ll Need: For Top: 50 (50) 100 g of white 100% cotton yarn (100m/50g); 50g of the same yarn in blue color; For Skirt: 400 (450) 500 (550) 600g of the same white yarn; 50g of the same blue yarn; Auxiliary yarn; Knitting needles 3 and 4; Circular knitting needles 4 (80 cm long); Circular knitting needles 3.5 (60 cm long); Markers. Size Bra size: A (B) C. Skirt size: XS (S) M (L) XL; Waist circumference: 66 (76) 86 (96) 104 cm; Length: 37 (39) 41 (43) 45 cm. Use...
Elegant Lipstick Case
You’ll Need: Small sheets of canvas, muslin, cotton fabrics; Zipper about 12 cm long; Threads; Vlieseline G 710; Scissors; Pins; Needle; Ruler. Instructions Cut Out: From Muslin: A (Edging for the ends of the zipper) - 2x (without allowances); B (Upper part of the cosmetic bag) - 2x (with allowances of 1 cm); C (Ruffle with a fold) - 2x (with allowances of 1 cm). From Canvas: D (The lower part of the cosmetic bag with a fold) - 1x (with allowances of 1 cm). ...
Baby Girl Crochet Blanket with Hearts
You’ll Need: Different colors of 100% cotton yarn; Crochet hooks size 3.5 and 5. Instructions This blanket consists of heart motifs, each measuring 10 x 10 cm. Begin by creating the motifs according to the scheme, and then connect them all together. For this project, let the colors of yarn be A, B, and C. Start with color A. Creating the Heart Motifs Make 7 chain stitches and circle them into a ring. Then, complete 3 rows of the motif, as illustrated in the scheme. For the 4 th row, use c...
Helping our users. Crochet Marshmallow Stitch Blanket.
You’ll Need: Bernat Baby Blanket Yarn (Super Bulky- #6 weight); Approx. 350 yards Color A – Vanilla 03008; Approx. 260 yards Color B – Baby Rose 04417; Crochet hook 8 mm. Size and Gauge Size: 89 x 66 cm. Gauge: 3 Textured Stitch clusters and 6 rows = 10 cm. Notes The stitch pattern uses a multiple of 2 plus 3. For a wider blanket, increase the length of your chain. To make a smaller lovey size, chain fewer. Just ensure that your chain is a multiple of 2 plus 3. To work the blank...
Organizer for Needles and Hooks
You’ll Need: The odds of yarn; Felt; Mouline threads; Fabric; Scissors; Needles. Instructions Start by picking up a felt piece for the base measuring about 25 x 25 cm and small pieces for embroidery details. Cut circles of different diameters. Lay out the circles in the form of an ornament. Then sketch it, remember or take a picture. Pin up a few elements that need to continue to work, and remove the rest to the side. Then, in the process of creating an ornament, check your s...
Knit Verticals Stitch
Introduction to Selvedge Stitches The quantity of stitches is multiplied by 4 plus 2 selvedge stitches. Repeat 2 vertical rows for best results. Note that selvedge stitches aren't stated on the scheme. Row Instructions 1st Row (Right-Side) Begin with 1 selvedge stitch, then follow these instructions: * 1 yarn over 1 broaching (slip 1 knit stitch, 1 knit stitch, draw it through the slipped stitch) 2 knit stitches* Repeat from * to * until the last stitch, and fin...
Crochet Strawberry Coaster
1st Row Make an amigurumi ring with red yarn, 2 chain stitches, and 12 double crochets in the ring. Complete the circle with a double crochet and finish with 2 chain stitches. 2nd Row Work 2 double crochets in each stitch around the circle, followed by 2 chain stitches. This will result in 24 double crochets. 3rd Row Repeat the following pattern: *2 double crochets in the 1st stitch, followed by 1 double crochet in the next 2 stitches*. Continue this from * to *, creating a circle. Finish with ...
Written Instructions or Video?
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Relief Summer Blouse
You’ll Need: 100% cotton white yarn (400m/100g); Crochet hook size 3. Size: M-L. Used Patterns Main pattern: due to scheme 1. Big flower: due to scheme 2. Small flower: due to scheme 3. Fastening: due to scheme 4. Instructions Back Make a chain about 50 cm long and continue working with the main pattern according to scheme 1 to a height of 50 cm, then finish your work. Front Create in the same way as the back, but make a deeper neck hole. For this, bind off th...
Felt Box for Small Things
You’ll Need: Felt; Cardboard; Glue; Scissors; 2 stripes of leather for handles; Threads; Sewing machine. Instructions Step 1: Prepare the Materials Cut out 2 identical parts from felt and a part from cardboard, as shown in the photo. Glue the cardboard between the layers of felt. Sew as shown in the photo. Trim the edges evenly. Step 2: Assemble the Basket Assemble the basket as shown in the photo. Step 3: Final Touches Sew and evenly trim the unwanted felt. Step 4: Attach...
Tender Booties for Baby Girl
You’ll Need: Yarn (70% wool, 30% Alpaca; 57m/25g); Knitting needles 3 + auxiliary needle; 2 buttons; 2 bows of lace; Markers. Size: 0-3 months. Tension: 28 sts x 40 rows = 14 x 10 cm. Instructions Start with the sole and go up, then sew the sole and back seam. Left Bootie Cast on 39 sts, then make 2 rows of knit sts and place a marker in the central st. Pattern Rows: 1 st row: 1 knit st, add 1 more knit st, knit till the last knit st with marker (then to the marker), add ...
Compact Organizer
You’ll Need: Big sheet of fabric for the double-sided base; Smaller sheets for pockets; Thin plastic material for base (or woven interfacing); Ribbon or bias tape; Eyelets. Instructions You can work either on a sewing machine or manually. First, decide on the size of the organizer and pockets. For example, in this case, we build on the size of a standard A4 sheet - you can use it as a template. Cut out rectangles of the appropriate size from plastic, and from the fabric - details of a size...