Just in time for the Olympics: Pierre the French Poodle, an amigurumi inspired by the iconic film, An American in Paris.
The pattern--available here--includes Pierre's feline friend, Fifi.
"crochet your own adventure..."
Just in time for the Olympics: Pierre the French Poodle, an amigurumi inspired by the iconic film, An American in Paris.
The pattern--available here--includes Pierre's feline friend, Fifi.
My crocheted pillow is featured in the current issue of Crochet World (summer 2024). The design is inspired by the checkered tablecloths I've always loved--so cozy and comforting. It's a deceptively simple pattern, crocheted in cotton, made up of three-round granny squares in three colors.
Don't you just want to curl up on it with an ice cold lemonade and a good book?
Keep crocheting!
I just started a group on Ravelry, Crochet for Mental Health. If you are not already on Ravelry.com, it's a terrific place for finding patterns, ideas, and like-minded friends interested in countless topics--and it's free to join!
I'm hosting a CAL--a crochet-along--through the group. We will be crocheting a small stuffed animal, beginning Sunday, 29 October, 2023. Email me (donna.childs.crochets@gmail.com) for list of materials and more info. You will receive the free pattern, more free patterns, and detailed instructions day-by-day, ending on that Friday. (If you sign up after the 29th, you'll have to pay for the collection of patterns).
As I've said before, Crochet is soothing, gratifying, builds community, boost self-esteem, and comforts others. Come visit my Crochet for Mental Health group to learn how crochet can benefit you, and to share your experience with others.
I hope to see you next month for the crochet-along!
I just received my copy of Timeless Noro Crochet. I am honored to be featured in this lovely book, and to discover that my design is one of the most popular in the book (according to Ravely.com votes).
Proof you can get inspiration from anywhere--here's a crocheted pillow cover that I designed after admiring retro-style formica samples. The yarn is Jeans, from the Lion Brand company, a very soft and pretty yarn, one of my favorites.
It's true, crocheting is good for your mental health. Making a doll or amigurumi is magical.
Here's an article I wrote for Interweave Crochet: LINK
To be the first to get info and for free patterns, email me at:
donna.childs.crochets@gmail.com
Keep crocheting!
When my 2-year-old nephew needed glasses, I got to work making a monkey for him--with glasses. (I couldn't leave out his brother, so he got one of his own.)
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