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Click the link in my bio for the pattern.⁣
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Do you have some pool noodles leftover from summer Do you have some pool noodles leftover from summer? With just a few supplies and some easy crocheted flames you can make some unique Christmas decorations.⁣
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Free pattern: https://snappy-tots.com/pool-noodle-birthday-and-christmas-candles/⁣
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I hope you will enjoy this free printable and recipe for reindeer food. Click the link in my bio for quick access.⁣
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Free Pattern: Snappy Reindeer

This fall I made a wrap for my patriotic throw pillows so they would be more fall and cozy. Now that I am putting out my Christmas decorations I wanted a more festive look for those same pillows. A simple reindeer and nubby texture did the trick! (wait til you see the one for the other end of my couch!)

Snappy Reindeer Pattern

An ad-free, downloadable PDF which includes all of the photos and instructions is available to purchase from my Ravelry Shop: Click HERE

Materials and Details

  • Yarn: 350 yards bulky weight red yarn, 100 yards medium brown, 50 yards light brown, 50 yards dark brown, small amount of bulky weight or worsted weight red yarn.
    Sample: Red Heart Super Saver Chunky yarn – 2.25 skeins Holly Berry. Red Heart Super Saver Cafe Brown, Tan, Coffee
  • Crochet Hook: I, J
  • Notions: Removable wrap version – 6 buttons (1.5-2″), yarn needle for weave in ends, 4-6 sew on snaps (size 4)
    Notions: Pillow Version – 15″ square pillow/pillow form
  • Measurement (flat, unfolded): 15″ wide x 35.5″ long

Tips

  • The first stitch of each row is worked into the same st as the turning chain.
  • Stitch counts remain the same unless noted at end of row.

Pillow Base – Choose from one of the following options:

Pillow Wrap (removable version)

1. With a J hook and bulky weight yarn, ch 47, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (46sts)

2. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

3-7. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

8. Ch 2, turn, hdc in same st, *sl st in next st, hdc in next st*, repeat until 1 st remains, sl st in last st.

Note: Be careful to not work the sl st too tight.

9. Repeat previous row until piece measures 34″ from beginning edge.

10-11. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

12. Ch 1, turn, sk first st, sl st in each st to end of row, making sure to not work the sts too snug. Finish off and weave in ends.

Pillow

1. With a J hook and bulky weight yarn, ch 47, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (46sts)

2. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

3. Ch 2, turn, hdc in same st, *sl st in next st, hdc in next st*, repeat until 1 st remains, sl st in last st.

Note: Be careful to not work the sl st too tight.

4. Repeat previous row until piece measures 32″ from beginning edge.

5. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

6. Ch 1, turn, sk first st, sl st in each st to end of row, making sure to not work the sts too snug. Finish off leaving a long yarn tail in the end.

Features

Reindeer Head

1. With an I hook and medium brown yarn, ch 28, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (27sts)

2. Ch 2, turn, hdc in same st and in each st to end of row. (27sts)

3. Repeat previous row for an additional 17 rows.

4. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row. Finish off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Muzzle

1. With an I hook and light brown yarn, ch 18, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (17sts)

2. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

3. Repeat previous row for an additional 12 rows.

4. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st until 1 st remains, 2sc in last st. (18sts) Finish off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Nose

1. With a J hook and red bulky yarn (from pillow base) or 2 strands ww red yarn, ch 8, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (7sts)

2. Ch 1, turn, 2sc in same st, sc 5, 2sc in last st. (9sts)

3. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

4. Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc 5, sc2tog. (7sts) Finish off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Antlers (make 2)

1. With an I hook and dark brown yarn, ch 18, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (17sts)

2. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of row.

3. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st, sc 7, hdc 6, dc 3.

4. Ch 2, turn, hdc in same st, hdc 3, sc 5, sl st in next st. This step creates a “branch”. Ch 8, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch back towards trunk, sl st in next st on trunk.

5. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st to end of branch.

6. Ch 1, turn, sc in same st and in each st down branch and trunk toward short end.

7. This step is worked around the outer edge of the branch.

First branch: Ch 1, sl st in each st around outer edge, working (sl st, ch 1, sl st) in each corner. At end of round, finish off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Second branch. Ch 1, turn, sl st in each st around outer edge, working (sl st, ch 1, sl st) in each corner. At end of round, finish off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly

Place the pieces on the pillow base to find placement. With a yarn needle, use each yarn tail to sew each piece in place, starting with the head piece.

The reindeer in the sample is sewn at a diagonal. For the button version, the head could be sewn so the button flap overlaps the side of the reindeer.

Eyes: With a sewing needle and black thread, sew each button in place.

Mouth: With a yarn needle and dark brown yarn, stitch the mouth line in place.

Closure: Pillow Wrap Version

Note: For a full time pillow instead of a removable cover, skip down to “full time pillow”.

The buttons can be sewn the the beginning section and slipped through the last cluster row. For the sample, I chose to sew the buttons on the outer edge and used snaps to connect the layers. Why? It kept the layers together from edge to edge and more secure.

With a sewing needle and matching thread, sew each button to the outer edge (last rows). Sew one half of snaps to the opposite side of where the buttons are sewn.

Fold the ends toward each other to check placement of the other half of the snaps. Sew the other half of the snaps on the opposite end and side of the piece.

Wrap the piece around a pillow and snap into place. Project complete.

This photo is from the “Sweater Pillow Wrap” pattern, but the closure is the same.

Full Time Pillow

Fold piece in half with right sides together. With a yarn needle and matching yarn, sew 2 of the edges together.

Turn piece right side out and insert pillow form or stuffing.

Sew remaining edge closed.

Variation

Placemat: Follow main instructions for the “pillow” version. Repeat step #4 until piece measures 20” or desired length.

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  1. sharon says

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    reading your pattern for the pony tail hat and am not sure about the stitches fphdc and bphdc?

  2. Catherine McDonald says

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    Love it. Thank you so much for sharing.

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It's Day 21 of The Winter Washcloth Blog Hop and t It's Day 21 of The Winter Washcloth Blog Hop and the pattern is by…

ME!!! Woohoo! 

Head over to the link below and follow the instructions to get your FREE pattern (because I love you all, this is free until the end of January)

https://snappytots--twobrothersblankets.thrivecart.com/winter-washcloths-crochet-pattern-bundle/63aecb32c481b/

Don’t want to wait for each pattern? Grab the 
“Winter Washcloths Crochet Pattern Bundle” now (all 31 gorgeous crochet washcloth patterns for an incredible price):
https://snappytots--twobrothersblankets.thrivecart.com/winter-washcloths-crochet-pattern-bundle/
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Tutus for our geese are now available. The pattern Tutus for our geese are now available. The pattern is super easy and free on my blog. If you make one please tag me so I can meet your goose. ⁣
Click the link in my bio for the pattern.⁣
⁣
My goose, named "Ducke" (duke) has decided he definitely needs a girlfriend to help model these outfits. 🤣 Fingers crossed he gets one for Christmas.⁣
⁣
#gooseclothes #freepattern #freecrochetpatterns #yarnspirations #joycreators #crocheteveryday⁣
#crochetersofinstagram #crochetaddict #christmascrochet #diydecorations #ilovecrochet
Do you have some pool noodles leftover from summer Do you have some pool noodles leftover from summer? With just a few supplies and some easy crocheted flames you can make some unique Christmas decorations.⁣
Made with @redheartyarns by @Yarnspirations.⁣
⁣
Free pattern: https://snappy-tots.com/pool-noodle-birthday-and-christmas-candles/⁣
⁣
Please click the link in my bio for easy access. ⁣
#christmasdecor #crochetlove #christmasdecor #freecrochet #yarnspirations #easydecorations #christmascrochet #ilovecrochet #crochetersofinstagram
Magical Reindeer Food - this is a tradition since Magical Reindeer Food - this is a tradition since my oldest (now 33) was little. I have made these for my grandkids, as gifts for classes, to sell in a shop, and for neighbors. They are quick, fairly inexpensive, and always a hit!⁣
I hope you will enjoy this free printable and recipe for reindeer food. Click the link in my bio for quick access.⁣
#freeprintable #reindeerfood #christmasprintable #nightbeforechristmas #neighborgift
Best gift ever! Counting down to Christmas with #r Best gift ever! Counting down to Christmas with #rubberducks #pez and #hellokitty 

#countdown #12daysofchristmas #diygift
Finishing up a special snowman ⛄️ What would y Finishing up a special snowman ⛄️
What would you name him?

#snowman #winter #snow #redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Ducke loved his turkey tutu! He needs a Christmas Ducke loved his turkey tutu! He needs a Christmas version don’t ya think?
Both of these patterns, with non turkey versions too, will be available soon.
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#goosestatue #porchgoose #porchgooseoutfits #freecrochet #redheartyarns #joannfabrics
Making a turkey tutu for my goose 😁 Yep… that Making a turkey tutu for my goose 😁
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I made mine into a witch 🧙‍♀️ 

The hat is a free pattern and made from @redheartyarns super saver.

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