Blooming Flower Cushion Here is my tutorial showing how to construct this wonderful layered flower and then make it into a Blooming Flower cushion/pillow. First of all I would like to say that this pattern is not my own. I found it via Two Butterflies blog. In this blog post, Jennifer shows her own creation and gives a link to the original pattern which is actually a vintage potholder design from the 1940's. The original pattern is short and sweet and written in US terms. Before we begin, a little summary of the basic stitches. sl st [slip stitch] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch, then through the loop on your hook. dc [double crochet] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (two loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops on hook (note :: this is equivalent to the US sc stitch) To begin :: ch 6 and join to form a ring. Round 1 :: Ch 1, then work 15 dc into the ring. Round 2 :: Ch 3 (counts as 1 tr), then work 1 tr into the same st (as above)
How to Crochet Flowers - Dummies The three-dimensional crocheted flowers in this project are quick and easy to make and show off your crocheting skills. Crocheted flowers make great package toppers or, take off the tie and you can embellish afghans, pillows, bags, clothing, and more. This project calls for variegated yarn for the whole flower. Here are the materials you need and the vital statistics: Yarn: Patons “Bumblebee” baby-weight yarn (100% cotton), (1.75 oz [50 gm], 123 yds each skein): 1 skein of #02413 Flowers Variegated Hook: Size F-5 U.S. or size needed to obtain gauge Yarn needle Measurements: Approximately 3 inches in diameter Gauge: First 3 rnds = 1 3/4 in. in diameter Stitches used: Chain stitch (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), triple crochet (tr) Create your crocheted flower:
How to make a granny shrug... | kootoyoo You can do it too!Today is your day! HowIt seems that the mulberry granny shrug has inspired a few of you to have a crack yourself. That’s super exciting & exactly why this patch of web space exists. Over the weekend Lara & I have worked together to present to you the whole box & dice for the granny shrug enthusiast. There’s something for everyone. You can just skip over the “instructions” & make the granny exactly as you always do. You’ll just end up with a lovely curly hexagon…good, that’s great…exactly what we want. Mine have been 9 rounds (in the Wilderness) but depending on your tension & hook size yours might be 8 or 10 or more. the patternMy very favourite crocheter is Lara. & the videoJust so you know it was really hard to crochet standing up stradling a tripod & keeping (or trying) the crochet in the frame. Australian/UK terminologyYarnYou’ve got a HUGE amount of flexibility here. I used Patons “Wilderness” 14ply. HookI’d say 15mm. What, haven’t had enough?
DIY: crochet a mini flower garland in bright colours... nodig; frisse kleuren en witte haakkatoen schaar haaknaald 3 you need; bright coloured and white cotton crochet yarn scissors crochet hook 3 maak een ring van 4 lossen sluit make a 4 chain ring close haak in de ring 4 lossen *1 stokje, 1 losse* herhaal **7x crochet into the ring chainstitch 4 *1 double crochet, 1 chainstitch* repeat **7x neem het witte garen 3 lossen, 1 stokje in opening, 1 losse *2 stokjes in volgende opening, 1 losse* herhaal ** 7x take the white yarn chainstitch 3, 1 double crochet in space, 1 chainstitch *2 double crochet in next space, 1 chainstitch* repeat ** 7x neem een nieuwe kleur garen *1 vaste, 3 stokjes, 1 vaste in opening* herhaal ** 8x take a new colour of yarn *1 single crochet, 3 double crochet, 1 single crochet in space* repeat ** 8x haak een heleboel bloemen in ieder geval 9 stuks voor één mini slinger... crochet a lot of flowers at least 9 for one mini garland... ...haak een lange ketting met wit garen en voeg na elke 20 steken een bloem toe... ...crochet a long chain and add a flower xx
2 minute Chocolate and Salted Caramel Mug Cake Did you see our 10 TASTY MUG CAKES IN MINUTES ? Well I have another one to add to that incredible collection. It’s a salted caramel chocolate mug cake that takes JUST 2 minutes to make. It’s rich decadent and oh yes delicious. The recipe makes1 mug cake in a regular sized coffee mug. It will take you 5 minutes top to bottom. Salted Caramel Mug Cake What you’ll need: {makes 1 mug cake} 4 tablespoons all purpose flour 4 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg – beaten 3 tablespoons skim milk 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 salted caramels What to do: 1. 2. 3. If you want more Mug Cake Recipes Check out: 10 TASTY MUG CAKES in MINUTES 15 sinfully sweet dessert recipes in a jar 41 copycat recipes from your fave fast food joints 20 salads hearty enough for tonight’s dinner 10 ways to eat pizza for breakfast 20 fun recipes for your kid’s next sleepover
10 Beautiful (and Free) Crochet Flower Patterns This month finally marks the return of Spring, and with it, the return of warm breezes and delicate plants peeking through the snow and mud. Let’s celebrate March with some lovely crochet flower patterns! Crochet flower patterns are perfect for instant gratification – they’re super fast and most take hardly any yarn at all. Five Petal Cheery Flower: I love the look of these flowers – and the bright colors! Does it feel like Spring yet where you are? Happy Flower Decoration This is a pattern/tutorial to show you how to make this Happy Flower wall hanging. You can read more about the design and making of the original decoration in this post. I'm using a cotton yarn to make this decoration, it's Rowan Handknit Cotton, a fairly robust DK weight yarn which I work on a 4mm hook. I love using this yarn for decorative projects as although it is soft and lovely to work with, the resulting crochet tends to be quite stiff and holds it's shape well. Plus aren't the colours scrummy?! Before we begin, a little summary of the basic stitches. sl st [slip stitch] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch, then through the loop on your hook. dc [double crochet] :: insert hook, yarn over, pull the loop back through the stitch (two loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops on hook (note :: this is equivalent to the US sc stitch) dtr [double treble] :: yarn over TWICE, insert hook, yarn over, pull loop back through stitch (four loops on hook).
Apricot Coconut Energy Bars Tangy, sweet, crunchy, chewy, delicious, healthy, raw, nutty, vegan, scrumptious, simple, homemade. All you need is a few pantry items, a food processor and a bit of freezer time and you’ve got yourself a week’s worth of healthy snacks. Who needs to buy expensive energy bars when you can make your own? Sorry energy bar companies, I totally sold you out. And we’re off! Ingredient gathering time! Go melt your coconut oil. Nut chopping! Set nuts aside. Throw the dried apricots in the processor! After a few minutes you have this. Oats, coconut, hemp seeds, agave syrup, ginger & salt! Add in the melted coconut oil while it’s running. Test out your “dough” Add in the cashews and pulse to combine. Dump the dough on your parchment lined baking pan. Press it in. Cut up your bars. Stack them up. Put them in a little container for safe keeping. Now you’re never far from a healthy snack! makes 8 (a Shutterbean original) Line a 8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, set aside.
crochet covered ottoman December 7th, 2010 This ottoman is obviously in rough shape. It used to be sort of wabi sabi, beat-up chic, but sometime ago it crossed a line and now it’s just plain beat up. I’ve been meaning to recover it properly, but as I have no idea how to do that it’s been shoved in the back of my closet. and here is the after. After I made it, I saw this ottoman and now I want to find some crazy super chunky yarn (or maybe even roving?)
Crochet bythehook ww yarn, I hook Gauge is not important to this project, different size hooks and yarn weights yield different size flowers. The pink flower is 5 1/2 inches and the white flower is 5 inches from the edge of one petal to the edge of the opposite petal. SPECIALTY STITCH: bp sl st = Back Post sl st. ROW 1: ch 2, 7 sc in first ch. ROW 2: *1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, all in the next st*. Note: Look at the center of the flower. ROW 3: working in the hole made from the last petals, insert hook from BACK to front, around the post and into the next hole from front to back. yo and pull thru both holes, and the loop on hook. ROW 4: * 1 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc in next ch-3 space.* Repeat from * to * around. ROW 5: *bp sl st around next post, ch 4, * repeat from * to * around, sl st in first ch. ROW 6: * 1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, in next ch-4 loop. * Repeat from * to * around. ROW 7: *bp sl st around next post, ch 5, * repeat from * to * around, sl st in first ch.
Wild Blueberry Forest Flower Power ~ Easy Rosette Crochet Pattern Flowers are amazingly delicate yet beautiful! I've always been slightly obsessed with them during my life, so it's no wonder that I love to crochet flowers! I'm always putting them on my crochet projects, since they really have that gift to make anything look ten times more special!! I've decided to share how I crochet my flowers :) What You'll Need: 4.50 Crochet Hook Wool Needle Scissors 8ply Yarn Instructions: Start of by taking your 4.50mm crochet hook and making a Slip Knot, then crochet 76 Chains. Row 1~ Chain 2, skip 2 chains from your hook, then crochet Half Double Crochets all across into every chain. Row 2~ Chain 4, skip 2 stitches and then crochet a half double crochet into the third stitch. Chain 3, skip 2 stitches and then crochet a half double crochet into the third stitch. Row 3~ Chain 3 then crochet 3 Double Crochets into the first loop you made in the previous row. After doing the last double crochet of your last petal, chain three and do a slip stitch down into the loop.
Free Easy Rose Crochet Pattern This free easy rose crochet pattern is the perfect project to add a little beauty to your world. You know that I love crochet flowers! I am always looking for beautiful crochet flowers! Using crochet hook size I and worsted weight yarn, chain 51. Row 1 In second chain from hook sc. Row 2 Turn, chain 1. To form rose start with the 3 half double crochets end and roll up into flower shape. It is simple to make different sized layered rose flowers by adjusting the beginning chain, just keep it an odd number. If you love to crochet please come visit my free crochet patterns data base. Lets keep in touch!