🥰Happy February 1st! It's a great time for a fr 🥰Happy February 1st! It's a great time for a free crochet pattern. ❤️ I have really been looking forward to the start of a new month. 
This "Beary Sweet Pouch" is one of my favorites. It makes a cheery gift that is fun for all ages. It is a great size to keep in purses and supply bags too. 

This is made from @redheartyarns by #yarnspirations 
Click the link in my bio to get the pattern.
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#freecrochetpattern #freecrochet #yarnspirations #valentinescrochetpattern #valentinescrochet #beary
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.⁣
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My goose, named "Ducke" (duke) has decided he definitely needs a girlfriend to help model these outfits. 🤣 Fingers crossed he gets one for Christmas.⁣
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#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.⁣
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Free pattern: https://snappy-tots.com/pool-noodle-birthday-and-christmas-candles/⁣
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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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Free Pattern: Fuzz Top Beanie and Tips For Crocheting With Fur Yarns

There are many wonderful novelty yarns available and furs are some of my favorites. Many people hesitate trying these whimsical yarns, but the finished product is worth the adventure.

I have tried many different brands of fur, creating over 100 hats, bags, and stuffies that I have loved. No need to be intimidated if you follow a few helpful tips.

Tips for working with fur

  • When working with furry yarns, hold a strand of ww yarn with the fur to make it easier to see the stitches. Regular worsted weight yarn is ok. When possible, I use Caron Simply Soft yarn with furs because it is a lighter weight worsted yarn.
  • With darker furs it is harder to see the stitches. Make sure you have lots of light. If necessary it is helpful to divide the round into ¼, place markers and work ¼ of stitch count per round in between each marker.
  • It is difficult to frog (pull out) projects made with some fur yarns because the little furry pieces intertwine.

Brands of fur/novelty yarns I like

Sadly, several of my favorite furry yarns have been discontinued. If you have a favorite furry yarn you love PLEASE let me know in the comment section.

Lion Brand Fun Fur: lots of colors to choose from, one of the easier novelty yarns to work with, reasonably priced and easy to find in most yarn stores.

Ready to try crocheting with fur yarns? Here is a basic pattern that fits great and is fun for all ages to wear.

Fuzz Top Border Hat Crochet Pattern

A basic earflap beanie, written for fur top and worsted weight bottom.

fuzz top
fuzz top side

Materials:

  • Yarn: One skein Lion Brand Fun Fur yarn in Terra Cotta, matching ww yarn in orange (suggestions: Red Heart Carrot, Loops & Threads Burnt Orange), green ww yarn
  • Hooks: I, J
  • Gauge: 4″ = 13hdc and 9 rounds (taken from a similar project because it is impossible to count stitches with this yarn.
  • Sizes: newborn to adult

Directions for all sizes:

  • Follow increases until desired size, as listed at the end of the row, then skip to “for all sizes” and continue.
  • Do not join at the end of each round, unless stated.
  • A magic circle is hard to pull closed when working with fur. This project is started with a ch, joined in a loop.

With a J hook and holding both strands, fur and ww yarn, ch 5, sl st in last ch to join in a loop.
1.  Work 8 hdc in beginning circle. (8sts)
2.  2hdc in each st to end of round. (16sts)
3.  *hdc, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat to end of round. (24sts)
4.  *hdc 3, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat to end of round. (30sts)
5.  *hdc 4, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat to end of round. (36sts)
6.  *hdc 5, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat to end of round. (42sts) baby
7.  *hdc 6, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat to end of round. (48sts) toddler
8.  *hdc 7, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat to end of round. (54sts) Child/preteen
9.  *hdc 8, 2 hdc in next st*, repeat to end of round. (60sts) Teen/Adult

Remove marker and hdc in each stitch for an additional 2-5 rounds (or until hat is 2″ shorter than desired length).
Sc in next st, sl st. Cut fur strand only.
Depending on how the hat was made, the majority of the fur may be on the inside of the hat. If so, turn inside out before next step.
Ch 1, sc in each st to end of round, sl st to join.

Band

1. Change to green yarn and I HOOK. Ch 2, hdc in each st to end of round, sl st to join.

2-3. Ch 2, *fphdc, bphdc*, repeat to end of round, sl st to join.

4. For teen and adult sizes only: repeat previous round.

Earflaps: Continue from current position.
Start with the appropriate size:
•    3-24mths: Ch 2, hdc 10
•    Child: Ch 2, hdc 12
•    Preteen/teen: Ch 2, hdc 14
•    Large adult: Ch 2, hdc 16

After first row of hdc as listed above, follow these instructions for all sizes:
*Ch 1, turn, hdc2tog, hdc in each st across until 2sts remain, hdc2tog*.
Repeat until 2 sts remain. Finish off and weave in ends.

Fold hat in half to find placement for 2nd earflap. It should start exactly across from the first flap. Starting on the RS of the hat, attach yarn and follow directions for earflap.

Attach yarn to center back of hat. Ch 1, sc around bottom edge of hat, working 2sc in each earflap tip, sl st to join. Finish off and weave in ends.

Braids

  • Cut 12 strands of green yarn, 20” or desired length.
  • Pull ends through a stitch near the bottom of the earflap. Pull through until even with other end and braid.
  • Tie a knot approximately 2” from end or tie a piece of matching yarn around braid and tie a knot. Repeat for other side.

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Are you on Ravelry? Please add the “Fuzz Top Boarder Hat” pattern to your library and click the heart on the listing if you enjoyed the pattern.

Ready to try more fun creations with fur? These patterns can be made furry or with regular yarn.

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🥰Happy February 1st! It's a great time for a fr 🥰Happy February 1st! It's a great time for a free crochet pattern. ❤️ I have really been looking forward to the start of a new month. 
This "Beary Sweet Pouch" is one of my favorites. It makes a cheery gift that is fun for all ages. It is a great size to keep in purses and supply bags too. 

This is made from @redheartyarns by #yarnspirations 
Click the link in my bio to get the pattern.
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#freecrochetpattern #freecrochet #yarnspirations #valentinescrochetpattern #valentinescrochet #beary
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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#crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove
#crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday 
#ilovecrochet 
#crochetfun
#crochetallthethings
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern

#handmade
#handmademovement
#madebyhand
#makersgonnamake
#dishcloths #scrubbiescrochet 
#makersmovement
#makerslife
#makersofinstagram
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 😁
Yep… that does sound crazy. 
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Carved pumpkins are one of my most favorite things Carved pumpkins are one of my most favorite things! 
Do you carve or paint pumpkins? Please comment and let me know.

I love a lit pumpkin on the porch for trick or treaters 🎃 

My grand daughter and sil are both allergic to pumpkins so they paint theirs. A giant storm destroyed theirs so I carved them one to have out tonight (my daughter is going to light it). 
I made mine into a witch 🧙‍♀️ 

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

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/wickida-witch-hat
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