There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that sounds so nice... but dang it! Time will start zooming now!)

A blanket for your special person would be a wonderful present and if you start now you will LOVE having it done. 

This blanket is super easy plus it makes a great stash buster so you can use what you have on hand. 

Free snappy pattern link in my bio or visit: https://snappy-tots.com/free-lap-afghan-crochet-blanket/

Made with @redheartyarns 

#makersgonnamake 
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
#supportsmallbusiness #handmade
#handmadewithjoann #joanns
#crochetersofinstagram #crochetaddict 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are s Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are super helpers with the dishes and in the bath. 
Click the link in my bio for quick access to this pattern or visit
https://snappy-tots.com/weekly-wash-20-monster-sponge/ 
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#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
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Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous d Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous day. Brookie loves the grass and is definitely a summer baby.

#yorkie #crochet #crochetoutside #relaxing #utahsummer
How do you celebrate the Fourth of July? 🇺🇸🍉🧨
The solar light fireworks are one of my favorite decorations for summer and the month of July. They are super easy and quick to whip up so you could have a bunch done for the weekend.

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-firework-solar-covers/

Made with @redheartyarns super saver.
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#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Ducke is ready for July… are you? This hat and s Ducke is ready for July… are you?
This hat and sweater set is easy to make and can be done in any colors.

I use @redheartyarns for anything I’m going to have outside because it holds up the best!

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-patriotic-goose-set/
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#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Have you ever used thicker yarns to make different Have you ever used thicker yarns to make different versions of a project? I love doing that!

I’m finishing up a blanket yarn version of a towel I made this week. It will be a lovey.

I love these textures!

#crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Our unique selfie idea turned out pretty fun. Plea Our unique selfie idea turned out pretty fun. Please share yours and include our tag #50photosofsummer so we can see them.

Join our photo quest and get a list of 50 photo ideas at https://snappy-tots.com/50-photos-of-summer/
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#photoideas #photoquest #boredombusters #familyfunideas #bucketlist #bucketlistfamily
😎Happy First Day of Summer! Our "50 photos of s 😎Happy First Day of Summer! Our "50 photos of summer" begins today and I hope you will join us.

Come download the checklist or follow along from your phone. I made a google sheet you can copy so you will have it everywhere you go!

Click the link in my bio for easy access to the printables.
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We will be sharing our pix on our new family site @ourdangchannel

☀️The most important part: ENJOY the experiences, find peaceful, memorable moments to remember.

This list could be used for many things:
- Start a sketchbook and use the ideas for a daily drawing.
- Set up a free blog and learn how to make a post, add a picture, and encourage a description or journal entry.
- Include older family members by sharing your pictures or asking them for suggestions.
- Choose a reward for when you finish a column and when you finish the whole list.
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#summerbucketlist #photochallenge #familyfun #boredombusters #boredombustersforkids #vacationpix #summerquest
I made these birthday candles a few years ago and I made these birthday candles a few years ago and we have enjoyed them so much I made ones for Christmas too. 
These are super easy and fairly quick. They are great for holding banners, balloons, or to line a sidewalk for a special day. 

Click the link in my bio for quick access to the free pattern. 

Made with @redheartyarns.

#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
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I have some new pillows and placemats to whip up f I have some new pillows and placemats to whip up for your summer picnics and porches. 

Made from @redheartyarns 

Click the link in my bio for easy access to the pattern or visit 
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pillows-and-placemats
Save 40% off until 6/20/22. 

Instructions included for making placemats and pillows, with or without a center pocket. The placemat could have a pocket to hold utensils and a napkin for picnic packing. You could even sew two placemats together to hold the plate in the middle. That way it makes packing for a picnic super easy.
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#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
#supportsmallbusiness #handmade
#handmadewithjoann #joanns
My new chomper totes are the first project in my 1 My new chomper totes are the first project in my 15 week gift making event. 

Today is the last day to sign up for just $7.50. 

Click the link in my bio for an easy way to visit the sign up page.
https://snappy-tots-shop.myshopify.com/products/the-great-summer-gift-event-2022

The price will be $15 after 6/15... some of the patterns will be sold separately at a later date for $3-5 each.

The first gift event pattern is available and emails have been sent. If you signed up and did not receive the email please make sure you are checking the one associated with the purchase.
If you need help please email heidi@snappy-tots.com.

These are all made from @redheartyarns super saver.
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#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
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In case you didn’t hear… today is going to be In case you didn’t hear… today is going to be the BEST day!!! I woke up to a rare rain storm so instead of emails at my work station bike, I went for a RUN in pouring rain. It was GLORIOUS!!! 

Please comment and tell me how you are going to make this day better. We all can use your inspiration. 

Because of a back injury I had to quit running distance but every once in awhile you just have to run in the rain. 3.2 miles of pure happiness 😁😁😁
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Oila, my coworker, is loving this moment. I lighte Oila, my coworker, is loving this moment. I lightened the first part so you could see her. 🤣😂
…and isn’t that repeating bird awesome? 
#labsofinstagram #adogslife #getoutside
What’s your perfect moment? Right now, mine is What’s your perfect moment? 
Right now, mine is 73 degrees, watermelon, @crimejunkiepodcast, my swing, and working on a new crochet design.
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I got the cutest gnome from my wonderful grandsons I got the cutest gnome from my wonderful grandsons and their amazing parents 🤣 isn’t this the most perfect gnome? He rode right over to say hello to new friends. 
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Our youngest got his permit!! Do you have any new Our youngest got his permit!! 
Do you have any new drivers at your house or remember when you started driving? It’s definitely an experience.

My husband is in the front teaching him to drive and I’m trying to focus on my crochet project 😜

We learned with our daughter that I am not a good driving instructor (sorry again). 
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My daughter, sil, and grand daughter gave me this My daughter, sil, and grand daughter gave me this awesome solar light wind chime. Look how it makes this wonderful design on the ground! 
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Wanna play? Play? Play? Dogs + wet paint is awesom Wanna play? Play? Play? Dogs + wet paint is awesome! 🙄
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Got the first of the hopscotch pavers base coated Got the first of the hopscotch pavers base coated today and I’ll add the numbers tomorrow. Oila is doing a practice run through to the side. 

We want to make a long hopscotch but starting with a regular one for now until I can find more squares. 
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#diyyard #hopscotch #summerfun #steppingstones #diysteppingstones
Free cupcakes! Come get the crochet pattern and wh Free cupcakes!
Come get the crochet pattern and whip up a batch 🥳 they are gluten, sugar, AND calorie free!

Click the link in my bio for the free pattern on my blog.  THANK YOU!

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I was THRILLED when Bernat Blanket Yarn came out in the new SNAPPY COLORS! They call them “brights”, but they scream SNAPPY to me. When I saw them, I just KNEW I had to make a GIANT Miss Super Snappy. Can you imagine? oh my heck!

I got thinking tho… We LOVE to sit outside in the summer and we do a lot of reading. A friend of mine made a bunch of pillow beds at Christmas from fleece and I decided I was going to make one for my 9 year old. As you might know, my sewing machine and I are at war so I decided to crochet one instead.

Flat Snappy Pillow Bed and Sleeping Mat Crochet Pattern by Snappy Tots

About The Pattern

Skill Level: Easy, with basic crochet experience and able to read a crochet pattern.

All items fold into a tote and can be made for girls and boys, ages 1 and up:
~ sleeping mat with pocket for regular size pillow and foot cozies
~ Pillow bed with pockets for 3 or more regular size pillows and foot cozies
~ Sleeping bag with pocket for regular size pillow and foot cozies
~ buddy blanket

Instructions for using ANY YARN, worsted weight to super bulky. I LOVE how it turned out with Bernat Blanket Yarn, but it would be cute in others too. If you need suggestions for other yarns, just [send me an email][1] and I would love to brainstorm with you. Scroll down for some more info too.

Variations

Sleeping Mat (3 sections, length for up to 40” child): 1.5 big balls/330 yards yellow (hair color), 3 skeins/320 yards peach (flesh color), 1 big ball/220 yards variegated (shirt color), .5 big ball/110 yards purple (belt color), 1.5 big balls/330 yards pink (skirt color), 1 big ball/220 yards purple (shoes color), 300 yards misc colors for flower applique, handles, pockets.

Pillow Bed (3 sections, length for up to 40” child): This variation will need the same amount as the sleeping mat PLUS 660-800 yards for the additional two pillow pockets OR fleece fabric could be sewn to the back for a lighter, quicker option.

Striped Blanket (30” x 32”): 5 small skeins (72 yards each). Add one skein per additional 8 rows.

Materials and Details
Yarn: super bulky weight yarn in choice of colors. See variations below for yardage amounts.
Sample was made using Bernat Blanket yarn.

Crochet Hook: K, N (9mm)
Note: N hooks are available in different mm size.
M/N hooks are 9mm. N/P hooks are 10mm. The size difference will affect your project greatly.

Miscellaneous: yarn needle, 1-3 standard size bed pillows, measuring tape, 1” button for closure.

Gauge: 4” with N hook= 9 hdc sts and 6 rounds
Please be aware that some people tend to crochet thicker yarns at a different tension than other yarns. Hook brand and size makes a difference as well. This project is great any size, but yarn amounts will vary if your gauge is different from mine.

Measurement: 28” wide X 50” long (plus 10” for shoes) or desired length of blanket; each section is 16” long

YARN

Bernat Blanket Yarn
I LOVE this yarn! It whips up quickly, is easy to work with and the final result is awesome.
Be aware there is Bernat Blanket Yarn and Bernat BABY Blanket Yarn. I have used both in this project and it didn’t make a huge difference. The peach for the face is baby and the rest is regular.
The yarn also comes in two different sizes of skeins. Regular skeins have approximately 72 yards and “big balls” have approximately 220 yards.
At the time of this publication (June, 2016), the new “brights” colors are only available for purchase online. I live in the continental U.S. and receive my orders from 3 different online shops within a week.

Amazon does carry most of the colors and if you are willing to pay a little more you can receive them much quicker, especially with prime shipping. This comes in handy if you run out of a color 🙂

Yardage: for me, 72 yards of Bernat Blanket yarn will make 8.5 rows of this blanket in hdc.

Super Bulky Yarn – other than Bernat Blanket Yarn
Suggestions: Loops & Threads Charisma, Lion Brand Hometown USA
The finished project, if made from the yarns I’ve suggested, will be heavier than if made from Bernat Blanket Yarn. But these yarns are more readily available.

Follow the list of materials on page 1, substituting colors and adding length if desired. The yardage amounts might vary a little.

Other Yarn Weights – using worsted or bulky weight yarns
These projects can be made by following measurements. Instead of chaining a certain amount of stitches, you will create a chain a certain length (inches). Because I do not know what yarn you will be using, unfortunately I cannot give a yardage amount.

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There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that sounds so nice... but dang it! Time will start zooming now!)

A blanket for your special person would be a wonderful present and if you start now you will LOVE having it done. 

This blanket is super easy plus it makes a great stash buster so you can use what you have on hand. 

Free snappy pattern link in my bio or visit: https://snappy-tots.com/free-lap-afghan-crochet-blanket/

Made with @redheartyarns 

#makersgonnamake 
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
#supportsmallbusiness #handmade
#handmadewithjoann #joanns
#crochetersofinstagram #crochetaddict 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are s Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are super helpers with the dishes and in the bath. 
Click the link in my bio for quick access to this pattern or visit
https://snappy-tots.com/weekly-wash-20-monster-sponge/ 
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#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous d Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous day. Brookie loves the grass and is definitely a summer baby.

#yorkie #crochet #crochetoutside #relaxing #utahsummer
How do you celebrate the Fourth of July? 🇺🇸🍉🧨
The solar light fireworks are one of my favorite decorations for summer and the month of July. They are super easy and quick to whip up so you could have a bunch done for the weekend.

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-firework-solar-covers/

Made with @redheartyarns super saver.
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#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Ducke is ready for July… are you? This hat and s Ducke is ready for July… are you?
This hat and sweater set is easy to make and can be done in any colors.

I use @redheartyarns for anything I’m going to have outside because it holds up the best!

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-patriotic-goose-set/
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#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
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