Sunday, December 13, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Barbie Sailor Top

Here is the pattern for the Barbie Sailor Top!  I hope you enjoy it!


Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

White Sailor Top

Materials 

Size 10 thread 
1.8 mm hook 

Directions 

Row 1: Ch 43, 1 dc in 4th st from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn.

Row 2-11: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn.

Row 12: Ch 3, 1 dc in each of the next 17 sts, dc dec over next 2 sts, turn, leaving remaining sts unworked. 

Row 13: Ch 3, dc dec over 1st 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, ch 11, skip 4 sts, 1 dc in each of the last sts, turn.

Row 14: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across to last 2 sts, dc dec over last two sts, turn.

Row 15: Ch 3, dc dec over 1st 2 sts, 1 dc in each st across, turn. 

Row 16: Ch 1, (sc dec) across.

For other shoulder, join on white thread to row 12 and repeat rows 12-16.  Sew one side of shoulder to the other side of same shoulder if needed.

Neck

Row 1: Starting at one end of the neck, sc evenly to point of neck, work a sc dec, sc evenly to end of neck.

Row 2: Ch 3, IN BACK LOOPS ONLY, 1 dc in each of the next sts, until you reach the 4th st from center of the neck, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each st to end.  Fasten off.

Ties (make 2)

Row 1: Ch 12, 1 tr in 4th st from hook, 1 tr in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 sc in last 2 sts, fasten off.  Attach to point of neck.

Sunday, November 29, 2015

Free crochet pattern preview - Barbie Sailor Top

     Hi there!  Sorry that I haven't posted in such a long time!  School has kept me pretty busy lately. :) Here is a preview of next week's pattern.


Sunday, October 18, 2015

Free crochet pattern - Purple Polka Dot Top and Skirt

    Here is a fairly simple outfit pattern for a Stacie doll.  Enjoy!


Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Stacie Lavender and Violet Outfit 

Size 10 thread in 2 colors 
1.8 mm hook 

Directions

Skirt

Row 1: Ch 33, dc in 4th st from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn. 

Rows 2-4: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn.  Join to 1st st at end of row 4.

Rnd 5: Repeat row 2, joining at end of rnd, turn.

Rnd 6: Ch 3, (2 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts) around, join, turn.

Rnds 7-12: Repeat row 2.

Rnd 13: Ch 4, 4 tr in same st as ch, (skip 2 sts, 5 tr in next st) around, join.  Fasten off.  Weave in all ends.

Blouse

Row 1: With dark purple, ch 32, dc in 4th st from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn.  

Row 2: Ch 3, (1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, join on lavender, sc in next st, pick up dark purple) across, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, (sc in dc sts, and dc in sc sts) across, turn.

Row 4: Ch 3, dc in next st, (join on lavender, sc in next st, pick up dark purple, 1 dc in each of the next 2sts) across, turn.

Row 5: Repeat row 3.

Row 6: Repeat row 4.

Row 7: Repeat row 3.

Row 8: Repeat row 4.

Row 9: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 9 sts, ch 10, sl st in the 5th sc of the row, turn, ch 2, 1 hdc in each ch across, (back to the normal row) 1 sc in each of the next 9 sts, ch 10, sl st in the 5th sc of the row, turn, ch 2, 1 hdc in each ch across, (back to the normal row) 1 sc in each of the next 9 sts.  Now, turn and crochet down the side of the top.  When you reach the bottom edge, ch 4, (working into ch loops), (5 tr in next loop, skip 2 loops) across bottom.  When you reach the end, ch 1, sc down side of tr, sc evenly up side of the top.  Join to the 1st st of the row, fasten off.

Saturday, September 19, 2015

Barbie crochet jewelry

     Here are some patterns that will show you how to make some simple Barbie jewelry.  Enjoy!


Copyright; 
This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Materials 

Size 10 thread 
Sewing thread or stretchy beading cord
1.8 mm hook 
3 mm hook 

Crochet necklace 

With thread and hook, ch 40, join to 1st ch, fasten off, weave in all ends.

Crochet bracelet 

With thread and hook, ch 12, sl st in 1st ch, fasten off, weave in all ends.

Beaded necklace 

Take a length of thread or cord and bead until it reaches desired length.  Tie ends securely.

Beaded bracelet (not shown in picture)
Take a length of thread or cord and bead until it reaches desired length.  Tie ends securely.



Saturday, September 12, 2015

Super simple Barbie jewelry preview

     Next week, I will share how I make jewelry for Barbie or any other doll.  Some of the jewelry will be crocheted, and some will be made with beads.  Enjoy! 


 

Saturday, September 5, 2015

Check out what I made!

     Yesterday, I found a free tutorial on Pinterest for a necklace.  This morning, I made it and it turned out really well!  If you want to make this necklace click here




Saturday, August 29, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Barbie Tote

      Here is today's pattern!  It is a cute little tote for Barbie to put her things in. :)


Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Materials 

Size 10 thread in pink and cream
1.8 mm hook 

Directions 

Rnd 1: With cream, ch 18, 1 dc in 4th st from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, 3 dc in last st, turn 180 degrees, working into ch loops, 1 dc in each loop across, 3 dc in last loop, join.

Rnd 2: Ch 3, IN BACK LOOPS ONLY, 1 dc in each st around, join, turn.

Rnds 3-4: IN BACK LOOPS ONLY, ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join, turn.

Rnd 5: IN BACK LOOPS ONLY, ch 3, 1 dc in each of the next 8 sts, ch 8, skip next 8 sts, 1 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of the next 10 sts, ch 8, skip 8 sts, 1 dc in each of the last sts, join on pink, turn.

Row 6: Ch 3, (in both loops) 1 dc in each of the next 8 sts, (you are now at the ch's) 8 dc in ch8 space, 1 dc in each of the next 10 sts, 8 dc in ch8 space, 1 dc in each of the last sts, fasten off.  Weave in ends and turn inside out.

Saturday, August 22, 2015

Crochet Pattern Preview - Barbie Tote

     Here is a preview of next weeks pattern; a cute little tote for Barbie! :)


Saturday, August 15, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Barbie Play Outfit

    Here is the pattern for Barbie's play outfit!



Copyright; 
This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.


Materials 

Size 10 thread (I used white and pink)
1.8 mm hook 
Small snaps

Top

Row 1: With white, ch 64, tr in 5th st from hook, 1 tr in each of the next 4 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 tr in each of the next 20 sts, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 5 sts, 1 tr in each of the last 5 sts, turn.

Rows 2-8: Ch 4, 1 tr in each st across, turn.

Row 9: Ch 4, 1 tr in each of the next 15 sts, ch 7, skip next 7 sts, tr in next st, 1 tr in each of the next 15 sts, ch 7, skip next 7 sts, tr in next st, 1 tr in each of the last 15 sts, turn.

Row 10: Repeat row 2.

Row 11: Ch 1, (sc dec) across.  Fasten off.

Shorts

Row 1: Ch 49, dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn.

Row 2: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn.

Rnds 3-6: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join, turn.

Rnd 7: Ch 3, 1 dc in each of the next 23 sts, join to 1st dc, turn, leaving remaining sts unworked.

Rnds 8-14: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join, turn.

Rnd 15: Ch 4, IN BACK LOOPS ONLY, 1 tr in each st around, join fasten off.  Fold last row up and add a few stitches to keep secure.

Repeat rnds 7-15 for other leg.  Weave in all ends.


Saturday, August 1, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Barbie Bow Belt

     Here is the belt pattern!  It is super easy and quick to make one of these.  I'm planning on making a lot of them. :)



Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Size 10 thread (I used metallic gold)
1.8 mm hook

Directions 

Row 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch across, turn.

Rows 2-4: Ch 1, IN BACK LOOPS ONLY, 1 sc in each st across, turn.  Fasten off at end of row 4.  Gather middle of piece.  If needed, wrap the thread around the middle to gather it a little more.  Join thread to back of bow.  Ch 20, fasten off.  Join thread on back of bow again, ch 20, and fasten off.  

Sunday, July 26, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern Preview - Barbie bow belt

     Here is a preview of next weeks free pattern!  Sorry that it's a day late.  I've been working on some other crochet patterns. :) A bathing suit for Barbie is in the process of being crocheted! :)


Saturday, July 18, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Barbie Biker Jacket

     Here is the pattern for the Barbie Biker Jacket.  Enjoy!!!

Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.




Size 10 thread
1.8 mm hook
3mm beads 
Small snaps

Directions 

Row 1: Ch 43, dc in 3rd ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn.  

Rows 2-6: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn.

Row 7: Ch 3, (dc dec over next 2 sts) 2 times, 1 dc in each st across to last 4 sts, (dc dec over next 2 sts) 2 times, turn.

Rows 8-9: Ch 3, (dc dec over next 2 sts) once, 1 dc in each st across to last 2 sts, (dc dec over last 2 sts, turn. 

Row 10: Ch 3, 1 dc in each of next 3 sts, ch 10, skip 5 sts and dc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 13 sts.  Ch 10, skip 5 sts, dc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 4 sts, turn.

Row 11: Ch 3, dc dec over 1st 2 sts, 1 dc in each of next 11 sts, (dc dec) 2 times, 1 dc in each of next 8 sts, (dc dec) 2 times, 1 dc in each of next 11 sts, dc dec over last 2 sts, turn. 

Row 12: Ch 3, (dc dec, dc, dc, dc) across, turn.  Fasten off.

Sleeves

Rnd 1: Join at bottom of armhole.  Ch 3, 19 dc around, join, turn.

Rnds 2-8: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join, turn.  

Rnd 9: Ch 3, dc dec, 1 dc in each of next 7 sts, dc dec, 1 dc in each of next 8 sts, join, turn.

Rnd 10: Repeat rnd 2.

Rnd 11: Ch 3, dc dec, 1 dc in each of the next 6 sts, dc dec, 1 dc in each of the next 7 sts, join, turn.

Rnds 12-15: Repeat rnd 2. 

Rnd 16: Ch 4, in BACK LOOPS ONLY, 1 tr in each st around, join, turn.

Rnd 17: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st around, join.  Fasten off and fold down cuff.

Collar

Rnd 1: Starting at lower left corner of jacket, ch 1, sc evenly up to collar.  (Dc dec, dc) across until you reach the rough edge of the jacket.  Sc evenly down side of jacket and sc evenly across bottom part.  Join to 1st st.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc up to part of jacket that curves in, IN FRONT LOOPS ONLY, hdc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 1 tr in each of next 2 sts, 1 dtr in each of the next 2 sts, hdc in next st, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 tr in next st, 1 dtr in each of the next 13 sts, 1 tr in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 dtr in each of the next 2 sts, 1 tr in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 sc in each st around, join.  Fasten off.

Shoulder decorations (make 2)

Ch 6, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each st across, fasten off.  Sew onto shoulder. 

Saturday, June 27, 2015

Free crochet pattern - Red, white, and blue Barbie outfit

     Here is the Red, White, and Blue outfit for Barbie!  Enjoy the pattern!



Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.


Materials 
Size 10 thread (red, white, blue, and brown)
1.8 mm hook 
Small snaps 

Directions 

Note; v-st = (dc, ch 2, dc) in st indicated.

Skirt 

Row 1: (with blue) Ch 43, dc in 4th st from hook, 1 dc in each st across, turn. 

Row 2: Join on white, ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, join to 1st st, turn.

Rnd 3: Pick up blue, ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join, turn.

Rnd 4: Pick up white, ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join, turn.

Rnds 5-15: Repeat rnds 3-4 alternately.  Fasten off.

Shirt (with red)

Row 1: Ch 43, dc in 4th st from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn.

Rows 2-9: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn.

Row 10: Ch 3, 1 dc in each of the next 9 sts, ch 10, skip 5 sts, dc in next 12 sts, ch 10, skip next 5 sts, 1 dc in each st across, turn. 

Row 11: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn.

Row 12: Ch 1, (sc dec) across, fasten off.

Sweater (with white)

Row 1: Ch 43, dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch across, turn.

Row 2: Ch 1, (sc in next st, skip 1 st, v-st in next st, skip 1 st) across, turn.

Rows 3- 20: Ch 1, (sc in ch 2 space, v-st in next sc) across, turn.

Row 21: Ch 1, (sc in ch 2 space, v-st in next sc) 2 times, ch 10, skip next v-sts, v-st in next sc, (sc in ch 2 space, v-st in next sc) 2 times, ch 10, skip 2 v-sts, v-st in next st, (sc in ch 2 space, v-st in next sc) to end, turn. 

Row 22: Ch 1, Ch 1, (sc in ch 2 space, v-st in next sc) across, turn.

Rows 23-24: Ch 1, sc dec over 1st 2 v-sts, (sc in ch 2 space, v-st in next sc) across, to last 2 v-sts, sc dec over last 2 v-sts, v-st in last sc, turn.

Row 25: Ch 1, sc in each v-st and sc across, DO NOT TURN, sc down side of piece, turn, sc across bottom of piece, sc up side of piece, join to 1st st.  Fasten off.  Weave in all ends.

Saturday, June 20, 2015

Crochet Pattern Preview - Red, white and blue Barbie outfit

     Here is a preview of next week's free pattern!  This is an outfit I designed for Barbie to wear on July 4th.  She will look very patriotic. :)


Saturday, June 13, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Barbie Infinity Scarf

     Hi!  It's been awhile since I last posted, so here is an extraspecial pattern. :)



Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Materials 

Size 10 thread in three colors
1.8 mm hook 
1 small snap

Row 1: Ch 37, hdc in 3rd st from hook, 1 hdc in each ch across, join on new color, turn. 

Rows 2-6: Ch 1, IN BACK LOOPS ONLY, 1 hdc in each st, join on new color, turn.  Fasten off and sew small snap to ends of scarf.

Sunday, May 24, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Barbie Mermaid Tail

     Here is the pattern for the Barbie mermaid tail.  It took a while to get this post ready, but here it is!


Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Materials 

1.8 mm hook 
Size 10 thread
1 small snap

Directions 

Note; Shell = (dc, dc, ch 2, dc, dc) in st indicated.

Note; V-st = (dc, ch 2, dc)

Row 1: Ch 41, sc in 2nd st from hook (skip next st, shell in next st, skip next st, sc in next st) across, turn.

Rows 2-4: Ch 1, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) across, turn.

Rnds 5-12: Ch 1, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) across, join to 1st st, turn.

Rnds 13-17: Ch 1, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) 2 times, sc in next shell, v-st in next sc, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) 2 times, sc in next shell, v-st in next sc, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) repeat only the last sequence to end, join, turn. 

Rnd 18: Ch 1, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) 2 times, (sc in ch2 space of shell, dc in next sc) once (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) to end, join, turn.

Rnd 19: Ch 1, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) 2 times, sc dec over next sc, shell and sc, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) to end, join, turn.

Rnds 20-29: Repeat rnd 5.

Rnd 30: Repeat rnd 19.

Rnds 31-37: Repeat rnd 5. 

Rnd 38: Ch 1, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) sc dec over next sc, shell, and sc, (sc in ch2 space of shell, shell in next sc) join, turn.

Rnds 39-44: Repeat rnd 20.  Fasten off at end of last rnd and sew the opening at the end of rnd 44 closed.  Weave in all ends.

Flippers (make 2)

Row 1: Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, skip 1 st, shell in next st, skip last st, turn.

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in ch2 space, shell in sc dec, sc in 1st dc of next shell, shell in next sc, turn. 

Row 3: Ch 1, (sc in the dc of next shell, skip ch2 space, shell in next dc, sc in next dc, shell in next sc) across, turn.

Rows 4-5: Ch 1, sc dec over 1st shell, sc in ch2 space of next shell, shell in next sc, sc in ch2 space of shell, sc dec over shell, sc in ch2 space of shell.  Fasten off.  Flipper will naturally fold in half.  Sew sides together and sew onto the tail.  






Saturday, May 16, 2015

Saturday, May 9, 2015

Pictures of Emmitsburg, Maryland

     A few days ago, my family and I visited the national shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes.  I took some pictures and decided to post them here.  Enjoy!















Saturday, May 2, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Lorraine's Prom Gown

     Here is the pattern for Lorraine's Prom Gown from Back to the Future.  For this dress, I kept revising the pattern because I wasn't completely satisfied with the results.  I guess that I'm a perfectionist. :)  Anyway, I am satisfied with this version.



Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.


Materials 

Size 10 thread in coral and metallic gold 
1.8 mm hook 
2 or 3 small snaps

Directions 

Top

Row 1: With coral, ch 40, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch across, turn.

Rows 2-10: Ch 1, (1 sc in the back loop of next st, 1 sc in the front loop of next st) across, turn.

Row 11: Ch 1, 1 sc in back loop of next st, (1 sc in front loop of next st, 1 sc in back loop of next st) 5 times, (2 sc in the front loop of the next st, 2 sc in the back loop of the next st) across to last 11 sts, (1 sc in the back loop of next st, 1 sc in front loop of next st) across last 11 sts, turn.

Row 12: Ch 1, sc in the back loop of next st, (1 sc in front loop of next st, 1 sc in back loop of next st) 5 times, 2 sc in the front loop of next st, (1 sc in back loop of next st, 2 sc in front loop of next st) across to last 10 sts, (1 sc in front loop of next st, 1 sc in back loop of next st) across, turn.

Rows 13-16: Ch 1, (1 sc in front loop of next st, sc in back loop of next st) across, turn.

Row 17: Ch 1, 1 sc in the back loop of next st, (1 sc in front loop of st, 1 sc in back loop of next st) 5 times, (sc dec over next 2 sts in back loops, sc dec over next 2 sts in front loops) across, to last 11 sts, sc in the back loop of next st, (sc in the front loop of next st, sc in back loop of next st) across last 11 sts, turn.

Row 18:  Ch 1, (1 sc in front loop of next st, sc in back loop of next st) across first 11 sts, (sc dec over next 2 sts in back loops, 1 sc in front loop of next st) 

Row 19: Ch 3, (you will sc in both loops of st) 1 dc in each st across, turn.

Row 20: Ch 1, in BACK LOOPS ONLY, 1 sc in 1st 20 sts, turn, leaving remaining sts unworked.

Row 21: Ch 1, sc dec over 1st 2 sts, 1 sc in each st across, turn.

Row 22: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across to last 2 sts, sc dec over last 2 sts, turn.  Fasten off.

For other side, turn piece so that the opposite side is facing you.

Row 19: In FRONT LOOPS ONLY, join thread, ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 20 sts, turn.

Row 20: Ch 1, sc dec over 1st 2 sts, 1 sc in each st across, turn.

Row 21: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across to last 2 sts, sc dec over last 2 sts.  Fasten off.

Straps

Turn piece so that the wrong side is facing you.  Starting on right side, go to row 19.  (You will work into unworked loops) Count 15 sts into row.  Join thread in next st.  Ch 16, go back to 7th st of row, sl st in that st, turn, 1 dc in each ch across.  Fasten off.  Repeat on opposite side of row.


Skirt

Row 1: Join coral at bottom of the top.  (You will be sc'ing in the loops of the chains) Ch 1, 2 sc in each ch loop, across, turn.

Rnd 2: Ch 5, (sk 2 sts, dc in next st, ch 4) repeat across, join, turn.

Rnds 3-?: Ch 5, (sk 1st ch loop, dc in next set of ch's, ch 4) around, join, turn.  Repeat this rnd until the skirt reaches Barbie's knee or until it reaches desired length.

Weave in all ends.  Make one Barbie Romantic Tutu.  Put dress on doll and underneath the lace part, put the tutu.  Sew it to the waist underneath.

Saturday, April 25, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern preview - Lorraine's Dance Dress

     Hi everyone!  Today, I don't have enough time to post a pattern, so I'm posting a preview of the pattern that I will post next week.  This is another outfit for Barbie and is from Back to the Future.  If you haven't seen this movie (it is from the 80s) just Google it and you'll probably see a picture of a girl wearing a dress that looks like the picture below.
     For this dress, I made a top, crocheted a lacy skirt, and put one of my Barbie Romantic Tutu.  It makes the dress fuller and also makes it a little less see-through.  I also crocheted a gold bracelet with metallic gold thread.  
     Enjoy the preview!  I look forward to sharing the pattern with you next week!


Saturday, April 18, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Spring Barbie Outfit

     It has been a while since I have posted a Barbie outfit, so I decided to post a spring outfit for Barbie today.
     This outfit is very simple and easy to make.  It shouldn't take more than two days to complete.  It can also be used as an Easter outfit. 







Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Materials 
Size 10 thread in two colors 
1.8 mm hook
Small snaps
1 3 mm bead

Directions 

Skirt with belt (skirt is made with yellow and belt is made with pink)

Row 1: Ch 44, tr in 5th ch from hook, 1 tr in each ch across, turn.

Row 2: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn.

Row 3: Ch 1, (1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) across, turn. 

Row 4-5: Repeat row 2.

Rnd 6: Repeat row 3, join to 1st st. 

Rnds 7-16: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st around, join. 

Rnd 17: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st around, join.  Fasten off.

Belt (with pink)

Ch 40.  Fasten off, leaving tail ends.  Sew  one end to end of row 1 (tr row).  Weave through tr's.  Use other tail end to fasten the ch to end of row.  Weave in all ends.  Sew one snap to opening in back.  

Shirt (with pink)

Row 1: Ch 41, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch across, turn. 

Rows 2-10: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn. 

Row 11: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 12 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 tr in next st, ch 10, going backwards across row, skip 9 sts and sl st in next st, turn, ch 3, 1 dc in each ch across, (back to normal row now) 1 tr in each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 sc in each of next 2 sts.  Fasten off and repeat starting at opposite end.  

Sleeves 

Join onto bottom of each armhole with pink.

Rnd 1: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st, (2 tr in next st) 4 times, 2 dc in next st, 1 hdc in each of next 2 sts, sc in last st, join.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 1 hdc in  each of the next 2 sts, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 1 tr in each of the next 8 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 sc in each st to end, join. 

Rnd 3: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sts, (sc dec) 6 times, sc to end, join.  Fasten off.

Scarf (with yellow)

Row 1: Ch 83, dc in 8th ch from hook, (ch 2, sk 2 sts, dc in next st) across, turn.

Row 2: Ch 7, dc in 2nd ch space, (ch 2, dc in next ch 2 sp) across, turn.

Row 3: Ch 5, dc in same ch space, (ch 2, dc in next ch space) across, turn.  Fasten off.  Weave in ends.  Add fringe if desired.

Headband (with pink)

Ch 40, sl st in 1st ch.  Fasten off.  Weave in ends.

Purse (with yellow)

Row 1: Ch 13, dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each ch, across, turn.

Rows 2-8: Ch 3, 1 dc in each st across, turn.

Row 9: 1 sl st in each of the 1st 3 sts, ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, leave remaining sts unworked, turn.

Rows 10-13: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn.  Fasten off.

Edging 

Fold wider part in half, with the narrow part at the top (you will use that part for the flap).  Sc one side together, sc across bottom of purse, sc together other side.  Sc up one side of the flap, sc across flap top, sc down other side of flap.  

Purse strap

Join thread onto the top end of purse.  Ch 40, join onto other top end of purse.  Fasten off.  Weave in all ends.

Sew a buttonhole on the middle of flap.  Sew the 3mm bead underneath buttonhole.


Saturday, April 11, 2015

Free crochet pattern - iPod Touch Cozy

     Here is a simple-to-make cozy that matches the iPod and Earbud travel case I made.  It fits over the protective case I have over my iPod.  Enjoy the pattern!



Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Note: This pattern is fitted to an iPod Touch 5th Generation.
Materials 
Worsted weight yarn
5.5 mm hook
1 button
Yarn needle


Directions 

Row 1: Ch 46, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch across, turn. (45 sts)

Rows 2-11: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn. (45 sts)

Finishing 
Sc around piece.  Sew together as shown in pictures.  Sew button onto body of case. 





Saturday, April 4, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Sleeping Easter Bunny

     Happy Easter a day early!  Today's post will be for an easy (Sleeping) Easter Bunny.  As you can see from the pictures, it has been well loved.  Annie pulled one of the ears out of shape, so maybe I should make a new one! :)
It only took about a day to make (and that includes the time I took to write down the pattern), so if you are a fast crocheter, you might have it finished by tomorrow! :)





Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015.

Materials 
Worsted Weight Yarn
3.5 mm 
Stuffing 

Directions (work in a spiral)

Rnd 1: Magic Loop, ch 1, 6 sc into loop. 

Rnd 2: (2 sc in each st) around. 
Rnd 3: (2 sc in 1st st, 2 sc in next st) around. 

Rnd 4: (1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. 

Rnd 5-9: 1 sc in each st, around. 

Rnd 10: (sc dec, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts) around. 

Rnd 11: Repeat rnd 5.

Rnd 12: (sc dec, 1 sc in each of next 3 sts) around.

Rnd 13: Repeat rnd 5.

Rnd 14: (sc dec, 1 sc in each next 2 sts) around.

Rnd 15: (sc dec) around.

Rnd 16: (2 sc in each st) around. 

Rnd 17: (1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. 

Rnd 18: (1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) around.

Rnd 19: (1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) around. 

Rnd 20-21: (1 sc in each st) around. 

Rnd 22: (sc dec, 1 sc in each of next 4 sts) around. 

Rnd 23: (sc dec, 1 sc in each next 3 sts) around.

Rnd 24: (sc dec, sc in each of next 2 sts) around. 

Rnd 25: (sc dec, sc in next st) around. 

Rnd 26: (sc dec) around.  Fasten off.  Embroider eyes and mouth.  Stuff until firm.  Weave end through sts and gather until closed.  Weave in ends. 

Arms (make 2)

Rnd 1: Magic Loop, ch 1, 6 sc into loop. 

Rnd 2: (2 sc in each st) around. 

Rnds 3-6: 1 sc in each st, around. 

Rnd 7: (sc dec) around. 

Rnd 8: Repeat rnd 3.  Weave in ends.  Stuff firmly.  Sew to body.

Ears (with pink sparkly yarn)

Rnd 1: Magic Loop, 6 sc into loop. 

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around.

Rnds 3-7: Sc around.

Rnd 8: Sc dec around.  Fasten off.  Don't stuff.  Weave in ends and sew to the top of head. 

Make a Pom Pom.  Attach to back of bunny.

Saturday, March 28, 2015

Free Crochet Pattern - Baby Ball

     Here is another free pattern!  This one is for a small ball that is perfect for little hands.  Annie loves rolling it around. :)



Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015. 

Worsted Weight Yarn
3.5 mm hook
Stuffing 

Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, do not join, but continue to work in a spiral. 

Rnd 2: (2 sc in each st) around, do not join, but continue to work in a spiral. 

Rnd 3: (1 sc 1st st, 2 sc in next st) around, do not join, but continue to work in a spiral. 

Rnd 4: (1 sc in next st,1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) around, do not join, but continue to work in a spiral. 

Rnds 5-8 : 1 sc in each st around, do not join, but continue to work in a spiral. 

Rnd 9: (Sc dec, 1 sc, in each of next 2 sts) around, do not join, but continue to work in a spiral. 

Rnd 10: (Sc dec, 1 sc in next st) around, do not join, but continue to work in a spiral. 

Stuff until firm

Rnd 11: (Sc dec) around.  Fasten off.  Add more stuffing if needed.  Weave in all ends.

Saturday, March 21, 2015

Annie's First Birthday Photos and Free Pattern Preview

     Hi!  Today, I will be sharing some pictures of Annie's first birthday!  I will also be sharing a preview of the next FREE pattern to be shared here next week.  Incidentally, it happens to be the gift I made Annie for her birthday. :)


We had a nice day this week, so, we went to our local playground.


We went on the swings,


Looked around,



And took a nap. :)

And now for the preview...

This little ball is perfect for little hands - Annie loves rolling it on the floor.  It is very simple and easy to make.  The pattern only requires single crochets and some minor increases.  



Next week I will share the pattern for this ball.  Until then!







Saturday, March 14, 2015

Cinderella's Blue Ball Gown - Free Crochet Pattern

     Here is the pattern for Cinderella's blue ball gown!  I hope you enjoy this pattern.  Has anyone seen the movie yet?       





Copyright; This pattern is my own design.  In no way I have copied from anyone's pattern.  You may sell what you make from this pattern, but you may NOT sell the pattern itself.  Do not claim this pattern as your own.  All rights reserved, 2015. 


Materials

Size 10 thread in blue, cream, and dark blue (I used Aunt Lydia's Classic 10)
1.8 mm hook
White and blue tulle (be sure that the blue tulle matches your blue crochet thread!)
Top 
Row 1: With light blue crochet thread, ch 42, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 17 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 tr in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 dc in each of last 17 sts, turn. 

Row 2-3: Ch 1, 1 dc in each of next 17 sts, 1 hdc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 tr in next st, 1 dc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 1 sc in each of the last 17 sts, turn.

Row 4-11: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn.

Row 12: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 10 sts, 2 sc in each st to last 11 sts, 1 sc in each of the last 11 sts, turn. 

Row 13-15: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn.

Row 16: Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 10 sts, (sc dec) in each st across to last 11 sts, 1 sc in each of last 11 sts, turn.

Rows 17-18: Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn.  Fasten off. 

Sleeves 
Note; The sleeves are a bit complicated, so I hope I have explained everything clearly.  

 Cut 2 pieces of blue tulle 7 inches long.  Fold each piece until it is about a centimeter wide.  Gather one end of each folded piece.  Sew the gathered edges of each piece together, making sure to hide the rough edges.  Sew the joined piece to the crocheted top. 

Butterflies (make 3 in each color; cream, light blue, and dark blue)

Ch 7.  Sl st in 1st st.  Gather middle of ch circle.  Sew each butterfly onto the sleeves of the dress.  

Skirt For the skirt, all you have to do is make two long, white tulle skirts and layer a blue one over those two skirts.  Click here and follow the directions to make two white skirts and one blue one.  For the first white skirt, cut strips of tulle that are 6 inches wide and 16 inches long.  For the second white skirt, cut strips of tulle that are 6 inches wide and 16 1/2 inches long.  Sew these two skirts together.  Make a blue skirt with strips that are 17 inches long.  Sew this skirt to the other two white skirts.  Now sew the whole skirt (which is all three skirts sewn together) to the top you crocheted earlier.