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Go-Go the Monkey is into groovy tunes and sassy dance moves. Here’s a picture of her in her mustard coloured swing dress. She’s wearing some stylish hipster shorts and white go-go boots. She loves monkeying around town with her handmade tote bag.
Left to right: Handmade tote bag, detail of felt flower on her dress, go-go boots.
E Doherty’s pattern is sheer genius! The nose is sculpted to turn upwards. His body is perfectly formed into a peanut. I tried wings on him, but I think the ratio has to be re-worked. Anyway, it made a nice card nonetheless.
Justin and I “Just Married” last year in August. I wanted to keep the frills simple and classy and didn’t deco the car in pom poms. I did some research and couldn’t find anything NICE out there so I made a simple but sweet “Just Married” sign for the back of the car. Lots of thanks goes out to Cecelia for helping me hand write the sign!
So if you know anyone that wants a unique and special “Just Married” sign, you know who to ask!
Combining two new loves, digital scrapbooking and crocheting, into a new format - greeting cards!
Crochet baked fresh! Nothing new but definitely improved. I invested in more colours, resulting in a more vibrant selection. While not edible, these are just as indulgent as the real thing!
Enjoy!
I’m making it my monkey business to introduce you to Richie the monkey, Lionel the lion’s long lost jungle buddy. While Lionel and Richie are no longer together, they’ve been adopted into new loving homes.
Richie is to be a baby gift from a coworker who’s going to be an auntie soon. Richie is part of her “Auntie of the Week” strategy.
Richie is a little guy…maybe 5 inches tall and he’s got a curly-cue tail. To create this effect, I chained about 36 stitches and slip stitched every other stitch when it came to the second row.
Her name is “Roxy 2″. She’s a sassy gal with lots of street smarts. Don’t be fooled by her innocent looks and girlie frills, she can out fox any cunning coyote! Her tail is especially foxy!!
Her dress is made of soy wool, the variegated green yarn is Koigu hand-painted wool (Kersti Merino Crepe) . The rest of her yarn is made using TLC yarn and Red Heart.
Move over Simba because Lionel is the now the cutest lion in the jungle!
My friend is expecting his first baby this August. I wanted to crochet a doll as a gift and he suggested a jungle animal b/c they’re going w/ a jungle theme. The baby is to be born in August…a Leo, so I looked around for a pattern but didn’t find anything nice. I decided it was time to create my own. That’s how my Lionel concept was conceived!
Lionel’s best feature is his mane. I used my hook and crocheted a the wavy technique right into the head. Now if only I can figure out how to document the pattern….
Here are progress shots of my latest amigurumi fox. Her name is “Roxy”. She is made using TLC yarn, which is a brand of Red Heart. I’m not a huge fan of it, except it comes in lovely colours. But it is quite thick and rough feeling. I do like it better than Bernat Satin. For some reason Bernat Satin “fuzzes” out. I think I handle it too much in the making process (turning inside out and outside in, putting on the eyes, sewing on the face, etc, etc…) TLC could withstand all the rough-housing I do…
I think I will go back to using Lion Brand 100% wool. They have gorgeous colours too.
Roxy’s dress is made from Patons SWS soy wool. I wasn’t a fan at first, but they do have some lovely colours and the thickness matches well with the TLC. Aaaahhh, the learning process never ends ~:0)
It was my latest triumph in paper quilling a heart. My inspiration was beautiful piping on a wedding cake. I was naive enough to believe my cat appreciated it as much as I did, since she watched me put all the pieces together. I guess I didn’t realize how much she liked it, as it became her new toy when I turned my back. My husband saved most of it and I didn’t look carefully enough before glueing it down to the card - permanently. I’ll just have to remind the newlyweds on the part about “through good times and bad…
Too fun! I couldn’t stop at one.
Super easy and a very ingenious way to make THE cutest crocheted hearts I’ve ever seen. Couldn’t even wait to tie them off properly before taking pix of them.
Thank you for sharing Pepika!
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I’m pretty good at figuring out origami instructions, but somehow when it comes to sewing stitches, I need ABC instructions! This is a wonderful step-by-step blog that I feel confident in following!
Koko loves to stay up late and sleep in, enjoying happy dreams, twitching now and then.
I had a hard time with the nose - this was the third attempt cut from a sheet of felt with edges folded over. The limbs are tiny and difficult to crochet, but worth the agility, especially since he’s not filled too much. He’s got pellets in all limbs and belly, and is fun to pose.
Thank you for generously translating your pattern Nekoyama!
Here is my newest cupcake. It was a bit of a doozy to crochet! I broke my 6mm plastic crochet hook making this and had to use my Clover 3.5mm, just really loosely! Now I know what I need to buy next! Haha!
Anyways, I love this new Bernat MAX yarn. It has 75% acrylic and 25% wool, has varying thicknesses of yarn, as well as variegated colour. I LOVE IT!! My husband thinks it looks weird, but I love it. It doesn’t even need sprinkles!
Hooo!! Hooo!! These cute little owlettes will help keep watch for you. These little guys are are part of my eco-Cute collection of crocheted goodies. Instead of polyfil, I’ve cut up plastic shopping bags for stuffing.
If you’re interested in making a little owlette for yourself, find the super easy and free pattern off Roman Sock’s website. Thank you Roman Sock for sharing your patterns!
Here is a new cupcake that I’m working on. I’ve always wanted a defined base. This one has the sides of the cupcake as a flat long piece and then the circular base is separate and then sewn on.
My friend asked me to make an amigurumi to look like her cousin’s black chihuahua. I am always up for a challenge. Here is how he’s turning out. I am going to take photos as I progress along bcs I want to sell my patterns online. The ears are especially cute because they are sewen together at the base where it is attached to the head. Almost dear-like.
I don’t suggest making these if you’re on a diet. It only makes you want to eat the real thing. But they were sure fun to make. All inspired by a the Crochet Machine, Miss Wousie. My favourite donut is the Boston Cream one! ha ha ha!
I’m going to give away this Periwinkle to my friend Rose in May for her birthday. I think I’m going to stitch on a felted heart on the corner of his rear to make him extra lovable.
He’s also eco-friendly, being stuffed with plastic bags.
He’s an edgy chihuahua… but what chihuahua isn’t? His name is Pedro, and he sports a Merino Wool camouflage hoodie with felted star emblem and dark blue jeans. He’s all style, this guy, with his super shiny white Adidas sneakers! His attitude is oozing out of the computer screen — can you feel it?
Moxie is a cutie-patootie and made just in time for 1 month preemie, Ava. She’s a girly-girl, loves purses, but still enjoys the comfort of flip-flops. She’s got prettier dimpled knees than me, a heart embroidered underwear, a stylin’ purse and “cutie” necklace complete the outfit.
My fave quote from Ratatouille is “If you’re focused on what you’ve left behind, you will not be able to see what lies ahead!” by Gusteau.
I enjoyed making Remy even tho his small size made everything more difficult. His hands and arms are movable because there’s a twist-tie looped inside. Remember, “Anyone can cook!”
Thank you for the pattern, developed by Soulcrochet
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=214214.0
Had to put this link up, so everyone can learn how to do amigurumi hair. I had NO idea!! The pictures are excellently useful!
owly.wordpress.com/2007/08/27/amigurumi-hair-tutorial/
Here’s little Whitney Bunny! She’s made of wool/acrylic blend and wears a merino wool dress. She’s a fan of organic baby carrots and carrot cake, and has a little heart embroidered on the sole of her foot.
Somehow this doesn’t quite look like the pattern - more torpedo-shaped rather than plump and cute. Gotta do it all over again. Practice makes perfect!Here’s Alice! She’s a little white bunny wearing a dark teal Merino wool dress. She’s short and sweet, full of love and always carries a bit of sadness in her heart (notice a little tear drop bead under her right eye).
Here is my latest creation. She doesn’t have a name yet, AND I don’t think I’ll be selling her. She is the same pattern as my “Christopher” bunny, but I’ve redesigned a torso. Complete with little boobs and frilly hemline.
I especially love her nose and mouth, as well as the little teardrop (bead) hanging from her right eye. Her ears are especially pose-able and very expressive. Amigurumi by Marlene.
Here is teddy bear. He was crocheted using a 5.5mm hook and Paton’s Classic Merino wool. He was hand felted in hot water in a large bowl with dish soap. Scrubbing for about 10 minutes wearing rubber gloves. He was then rinsed in cold water, shaped then air dried. I just sewed the eyes and nose on this morning. I really like his tiny tail!
Before and after shots of teddy bear #2. 
So it turns out teddy bear #1 was a girl: Bea Bear! She’s a little chubby, but that’s what makes her cute! She eats a bit too many honey donuts late at night, so she’s rolly-poly Bea Bear! Marlene
Here is the stash of baked goodies (crocheted) for Monica’s friends. She’s giving them as Birthday presents for her friends’ little daughters who were adopted from China last year. I am almost sad to part with all my baked goodies, they took so long to make… I am hoping they make the little girls smile, or at least the Moms will enjoy them. Marlene
She is a cool cat, Koko. She’s brilliant, in fact! A porcelain face, crystal blue eyes and so much attitude — she’s outta this world! Marlene
Where, what, and how much? Post your sources!
Eyes for your amigurumi dolls (especially cat eyes):
Grand Prix Hobby, 3038 W. Broadway, Vancouver
T: 604.733.7114
What did we do before Google???
Elephant: http://selkie.deviantart.com/art/Elphie-amigurumi-38208445
Snail: http://fortheloveofyarn.com/Issues/Spring06/patterns/spring06_snail.shtml
Giraffe: http://fr.dawanda.com/product/46706-SAPlanet-Amigurumi-Doll-Yako-Giraffe-Custom-color-available
Hedgehog: http://picasaweb.google.com.au/traceysmith.29/CrochetedFlowersAndAllOtherThingsCrochet/photo#5079851580368475986
The white mouse is called Mickey Blue Eyes. He’s filled with catnip and waiting to be shredded by my cat, Alexa.
Big Red was accidentally fed too much. I didn’t look carefully enough to see the yarn was meant to be used with a 4.5mm hook, so it just kept getting bigger. Hope he survives a kitten and two dogs for at least a day?
Cecelia
Thanks Marlene, for showing me How To Crochet 101! This is my first crochet project – chocolate cupcake with strawberry frosting and sprinkles all around. Yummm!
Cecelia
I’ve always wanted an orange cat, but I’m allergic. So I made my own 
Yes, this took a lot of hours, and I’m still not done adding details (I want to make her hoodie fuzzy rimmed). I especially love the eye details.
Marlene
He has the designer black turtleneck sweater, suave goatie, and inquisitie look about him. Marlene
My mom treasured my hand-made cards when I was a kid, and it’s been a while since I’ve made one for her. It was inspired by the gates of La Vie En Rose.
Thank you cards were sent to the doctor and ICU dept at VGH
for the care and attention they gave.
She’s a terminally ill cancer patient who loves dahlias and was able to see them bloom again this year.
Birthday card to a whino who, just like his alcohol, only gets better with age. I wanted the wine glass to look transparent, so have intersected the paper with the bottle.
Home Sweet Home was my wish for this birthday girl who’s now getting into gardening. Cecelia
Helen’s garden is so full of flowers, my eyes can’t take it all in. It’s a smorgasbord of colors, textures, and smells. The inside of the card says:
I need more room! Everything’s starting to bloom!
Everyone, make way. It’s Helen birthday!
Cecelia
This guy will be hanging on Mack’s bedroom door. Cec, thanks for identifying it. Den thinks it’s a cow with big hoofs. I am having great fun quilling, thanks to Cec for showing me how.
Deanne
Simple bouquet of flowers to express thanks. This is actually my first card using a different technique to produce a flower. The open petals are playful to me in a way that traditional quilling isn’t, and it’s the first time I’m inspired to keep quilling the same thing repeatedly. Cecelia
This person loves tea, and peace and quiet, especially with two little boys around. I wish this for her birthday. Cecelia
My friend’s birthday card, who’s born in – you guessed it – Year of the Monkey! Cecelia
A friend who loves German Shepards also loves those nodding head ornaments placed in the back of a car. This is his birthday card, complete with nodding head attached with a fishing line, which is hidden by the collar. I wish the video turned out so you could see it nod – well, more of a shake of his head. Cecelia
My Sweetpea in real life is my Justin. The two peas out of its pod represent me and Justin. When he comes home in June we’ll soon be in our pods again. Yes…very cheesy, I know. Angela
This rooster is no morning riser because he spends lots of time preening and fluffing out his feathers. I split the quilling papers and curled them so they overlapped to create more dimension. Check out his headfeathers and butt feathers! Oh yeah…he’s not going anywhere because his little chicken, or should I say rooster wings, aren’t going to take him places. Angela
Inspired by my fiancée, Justin, a cadet at Depot, RCMP Academy in Regina, Saskatchewan. Note the yellow stripe detailing the side of his pants. Chevrons decorate his epaulets and his fringe of hair really does only appear in front, as the rest is shaved. I plan to give this card to him when he graduates and becomes a constable. Angela
When a heart punch is turned upside down, a stem can be added to make it into a leaf! Spring is here! My catapillar is going to feast on them! Angela
Glued on the left panel of these “doors”, the butterfly appears to fly as it is opened. Angela
Here is Jake Bunny and Sabrina Bunny! They are not complete yet, but will be. My niece’s 5th Bday party is this Sunday and she will get to keep Sabrina. Amigurumi is a Japanese craft using crochet or knit to make characters (and toys).
Ok, just finished assembling Sabrina Bunny. She is complete except for her white cotton tail. She is wearing a fine bead necklace and some bead work at the bottom of her embroidered heart. Total hours: 14 hrs — whew! Marlene
Just playing with different types of flowers and somehow a multi-circled scrapbook pattern came to mind – different versions of the same thing. It was difficult to line up the circles on the front and on the inside, so I don’t think I’ll be doing this again. Certainly was fun trying to make it happen though. Cecelia
Simple yet full looking bouquet full of yellow flowers, my friend’s favorite color. I scanned in the bouquet and laid out with the curved text first. Then printed the card before glueing it permanently. There’s a shadow of the dragonfly in lighter blue beneath for added depth. Cecelia
Cupcakes galore! Just learned to make these crochet cupcakes — they are so cute and cudly. They are the actual size of a real cupcake. Marlene
Here is my first project with help from Cecelia. I felt like it was my 12th Birthday, bcs here we were two giggly girls twirling coloured paper and making funny animals… Well it was fun anyways. This is my cookoo bird, but it turned into a peacock. Here it is before it was put onto a black background. Marlene
This quilled butterfly is a Thank You card for my cancer surgery team. My oncologist is Irish and wore a surgery cap decorated with 4 leaf clovers, which are represented in the wings. The white is pure luck because they found the cancer, and the cancer itself is the black dots. The iconic pink ribbon which represents cancer causes, completes the butterfly’s antennae. Cecelia
A fun-filled first year of many more to come. Cecelia
My friend said she didn’t want anything for her birthday, unless we made it by hand. These are all her favorite things (except I couldn’t include fried chicken). Cecelia
