Part 1: Free Pumpkin Patterns (Pumpkins I Made in 2019)

For the last 2 years, I decided to focus the month of October on making pumpkins. I didn't write a post about the pumpkins I made last year, so here is that post. I am writing a separate post for the pumpkins made in 2020. 

In 2019, the pumpkin craze began with the Tunisian Fall Pumpkins pattern from Arunima Goel of Knitter Knotter. I was so excited to test a Tunisian crochet pattern, and her pumpkins came out great in multiple sizes. It gave me the desire to make more. 

I tested this pattern for Knitter Knotter, and you can find her free pattern Tunisian Fall Pumpkins on her website.

The next pumpkin I made was the Cutest Plaid Pumpkin pattern from Meg Made With Love. She also has two more pumpkin patterns that she made as a set. Check out her Three Rustic Pumpkins patterns on her website.

The third pumpkin pattern I tried was the Pretty in Gingham Pumpkin from Devine Debris. Both the plaid pumpkin and the gingham one were much larger than the others I have made. Looking at this pumpkin now, I can see that I might need to add more stuffing and change the way it lines up. But I really enjoyed making the pumpkin, and I am proud that I was able to follow the design. 

Next up is the Chevron Pumpkin pattern from Made by Mandy. I made the smaller pumpkin with some scrap yarn. I really like the look of this. I need to try the larger version of this pattern. 

The last pattern I tried was the Velvet Pumpkins from To Craft A Home. She had a small and large mini velvet pumpkin to choose from. I had a skein of velvet yarn, so I made the larger size. I also made another one with some leftover orange yarn I had. Overall it was a great pattern, and I love the shape of these pumpkins.

Those were my 2019 pumpkins, and stay tuned for the 2020 Pumpkins post!

Pixie Blossom Hair Attire - Pattern Review

I have been trying to test less to make time to work on my own projects. But when I started seeing posts of lovely flower hair pieces from Sick 'Lil Monkeys on Facebook, I decided to join in.

I had the chance to test the twist holders.The small version is the blue pansy, and the rose is the large version. 

It was my first time using the Sizzle line from Red Heart. At first I was thinking of using a different yarn I had, but I wanted to see how different Sizzle was. This was also my first time using my B hook. 

The thread did slip around at first. But after getting the first few stitches in, the flower started coming together. The Sizzle thread had such a nice, clean look to it. The nylon texture was really smooth too, compared to other rough nylon yarns I have. The thread was strong, and it gave the flower a shimmery effect. 

The e-book has 6 flower patterns to choose from. I'm glad I got the chance to try out 2 different types.

 

There are so many varieties of hair accessories you can make with Sick 'Lil Monkeys pattern. You can purchase the full e-book on her Ravelry page. 

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Believe me, once you try one of the patterns, you will be jumping to try the rest of her ebook. To prove this, Sick 'Lil Monkeys is sharing two free patterns. You can find the pattern for the Braided Ivy and Headband on the Sick 'Lil Monkeys blog. This beautiful design made me want to try it out!

She is also sharing the Hair Comb and Rose Pattern on the Cre8tion Crochet website. Look how beautiful this hair comb looks! Imagine how many other flower combinations you can add to this design!

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Finished hats and happy customers!

It's so nice to see finished projects in action. I've been collecting some pictures sent from some of my clients and friends. Most of these patterns were a part of my Summer Hat Challenge. I think I might try the challenge again this summer!

I made these Thing 1 Thing 2 hats for my friend's twins last year. Pattern is from Repeat Crafter Me with modifications.

I love their reactions to the hats. She said they didn't want to take them off!

This elf hat was sent to a colleague for her son around December. Pattern is from Swirls and Sprinkles.
She tagged me in this photo at Christmas. So cute!

I made these two infant hats for my cousin's baby boy in Chile. Pattern is from Cre8tion Crochet.
I love the picture they sent me! He was only 5 days old here! <3

Clau Fotografía Newborns

The safari hats are one of my favorite patterns, and it's one of the most requested. Pattern is from Red Heart. This was my first attempt.

I've made a few more through the year, and I've been getting better at the pattern. Look at the latest picture I received from a client!

Colorado Springs Photography

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St. Patrick's Day Crochet Pattern Round-up

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Here's are some fun crochet patterns I've been wanting to make.


This is a cute Shamrock Applique from Jenn Likes Yarn. Very quick and simple to make with leftover yarns.

This necklace of shamrocks from Yarn Classes by Irene Lundgaard looks simple to make, and it's great to have around if you forgot to wear something green!

I love little facinator hats, and this St. Patrick's Day Facinator is the perfect pattern!

Love this Four Leaf Clover in a pot from She Knows. Perfect decor for home or office.

This Pot O' Gold Leprechaun pattern is so cute for the kids, and the pattern is good for the whole family. You can get the pattern free on Ravelry with the coupon code on her blog (only until 3/18), or purchase it on Ravelry! (This is a paid pattern).

One of my favorite patterns is this Beard Hat Irish St Patrick's Leprechaun Costume from Simply Collectible Crochet. Definitely one on my list. (This is a paid pattern)

Spring Flowers! Crochet Pattern Roundup

As I was organizing my crochet pins on Pinterest, I noticed that I had a lot of crochet flower pins. I looked through my pins and found my favorite flowers. Here's 10 free unique flower patterns!

Crochet Croco-Flower - pattern from Bonita Patterns

Crochet Sunflower - pattern from Skip to My Lou

Crochet Dahlia Flower - Pattern from My Hobby is Crochet

Granny's Crochet Pansy - pattern from Look At What I Made

Fantastic Curly Flower - pattern from Oombawka Designs

A Frothy Flower - pattern from Very Berry Handmade

Easter Lily - pattern from Moogly

Citrus Blossom - pattern from Simply Notable

Flower Chain - pattern on Starting Chain, from Happy Berry Crochet on Youtube


Golden Trumpet Vibe - pattern from Crochet For You

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