Shells and Lace Crochet Baby Blanket Set

August 12, 2023 By Yarnitect (Dana)

The Shells and Lace crochet baby blanket pattern set is surprisingly quick to stitch, and it comes with 3 accessories making it a great baby shower gift. This pattern set includes a baby blanket, sweater, hat and booties for newborns.

The baby blanket measures 27″ wide x 36″ tall.

The Shells and Lace pattern looks great in so many colors. We’ve stitched one in pink and one in blue. They are so sweet! The main stitch of the baby blanket is corner-to-corner with a twist. The edging is stitched in 5 rounds and it adds a gorgeous finish to the solid center panel.

Corner to Corner – C2C In Rows!

Did I mention this is a fun pattern to crochet? Sooo much fun.

The main pattern of the baby blanket is like corner-to-corner but better! This is worked in rows without any decreases or increases. In fact, it has a one row repeat. It’s made in a rectangle rather than from corner to corner. No more worrying about when to make a corner. This C2C stitch is worked back and forth until you have the length needed.

The blanket is a great project to work on while watching tv or at a ball game, because you just need to glance down every so often to work a cluster.

Shells and Lace includes a Newborn Baby Sweater

Yep, you read that right. The Shells and Lace crochet pattern includes a newborn baby sweater. It coordinates with the baby blanket with a bit of corner-to-corner stitching.

The collar has a bit of the crochet shell pattern found on the edging of the baby blanket, too.

newborn baby sweater crochet pattern with some corner-to-corner stitch

Shells and Lace includes Baby Booties

Oh yeah. The fun continues with adorable newborn baby booties. The main body of the baby booties is single crochet, but the cuffs are similar to the shells edging the Shells and Lace Baby Blanket Pattern.

We’ve attached cute pink buttons, but we’ve also seen these dressed up with little daisy buttons, too. We recommend that you crochet the booties then take them to the store to select a pair of sweet and whimsical buttons.

baby booties with shell cuff crochet pattern

Shells and Lace includes Newborn Hat

The set wouldn’t be complete without a baby hat! This newborn beanie is stitched in half double crochet and edged with corner-to-corner stitch. Yep, corner-to-corner makes a great edging! Who knew?

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4 in 1 Crochet Newborn Set Available on Etsy

The Shells and Lace Baby Blanket Set crochet pattern is available in our Etsy Shop.

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4 in 1 Crochet Pattern includes:

Baby Blanket: 27″ x 36″
Newborn Baby Hat
Newborn Sweater
Newborn Baby Booties

More about the Shells and Lace Baby Set

Shells and Lace Crochet Baby Set was made with a size 3 light weight yarn.

Yarn: Bernat Softee Baby: Light Weight (3) Soft Red

Stitched in USA abbreviations:

ch = chain
dc = double crochet
dec = decrease
hdc = half double crochet
inc = increase
picot = ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook
rnd = round; work in the round
sc = single crochet
sc inc = single crochet increase; two single crochet in the same stitch
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
trc = treble / triple crochet
*instructions* = repeat the instructions written between the ** the number of times indicated after the second *
[instructions] = repeat the instructions written between the [ ] the number of times indicated after the ]

About the Shells and Lace Crochet Pattern

The pattern was written as part of the Twins Face Off in 2015 where Deborah and Dana each made a baby set and asked people to vote for their favorite. The pattern has not been modified.

The pattern is not written as a beginner pattern. There’s nothing complicated, but the pattern is a bit abbreviated which a beginner may find confusing. We assume one stitch will be worked in each stitch and only specify if multiple stitches are worked in the same space or stitch. For example:

“8 hdc, 3 hdc in next st”
This means to hdc in each of the next 8 sts, then 3 hdc in the next st.

This abbreviated version of pattern writing allows you to read each line more quickly and condenses the pattern.

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The pattern is for your eyes only. We give you permission to give away and sell your finished projects with credit to Yarnovations.com as pattern designers.

Filed Under: Afghan, Baby, Crochet, Girl, Great as Gifts, Hat, Patterns for Sale Tagged With: baby blanket, baby booties, baby hat, beanie, c2c, corner-to-corner, crochet, newborn

Bear Pillow Sewing Pattern

June 27, 2023 By Yarnitect (Dana)

Looking for a bear sewing pattern? Look no further. This step-by-step tutorial will guide you through each step of turning fabric into a cute and cuddly bear pillow. Mix and match your fabric to make your own one of a kind bear.

This sewing project is so much fun, and easy, that we kept coming up with more bears to make. This tutorial is great for making all kinds of bears such as: Asiatic black bear (moon bear), brown bear (including grizzly), giant panda, North American black bear, polar bear, sloth bear, Andean bear (spectacled), and sun bear!

Not only that, this bear pillow is festive, too. One can be made for various holidays by changing out the fabric on the scarf. These are great for new baby, nursery and baby shower gifts, Christmas, Halloween, and going away to college gifts. They also make great gifts for boys and gifts for girls, memory bears, gifts for bear enthusiasts and bears for those who love to cuddle.

They can also be a heartfelt and thoughtful gift for someone that has lost a loved one. Sew the bear with a shirt that belonged to their special person and they can hug it in times of sorrow.

The bear sewing pattern includes:

Bear Pillow Pal Rectangular Pillow Pattern
Panda Bear Instructions
Bamboo Instructions
Step-by-Step Written Instructions
25+ Color Photos
10 Printable Template Pages (8.5″x11″)
Complete Materials List
Helpful Tips
Information About Sewing Machine Settings
Links to helpful videos

The finished measurements of the bear pillow are approximately 16″ wide x 3 1/2″ deep x 12″ tall. The templates are drawn at 100% and can be printed on 8.5″ x 11″ paper. So you’ll need to cut out the templates and tape pieces together.

Bear Pillow Available on Etsy

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More About the Bear Pillow Pattern

Bonus: Panda and Bamboo are included!

This bear pillow pattern can be sewn in an afternoon if you have all the supplies. Here’s what you’ll need to sew your own bear pillow:

Pattern Pieces: Template included with pattern
Fabric: Head Color: 20” x 10”
Snout Color: 12” x 5”
Scarf Color: 25” x 12”
Bamboo: 25” x 4” per stalk
Felt: Black – 1 sheet (10” x 5”)
Thread: To match felt and fabric
Straight Pins and Needle
Stuffing: Approximately 8-10 oz of Poly-fil or 12”x16” pillow form
Scissors
Sewing Machine
Pencil, Pen or Chaulk

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Even More about the Bear Sewing Pattern

This is a great pattern for sewists of all abilities from the brand new to the seasoned enthusiast. The tutorial includes information about how to set up your sewing machine and different stitches to use. Three different stitches were used on the bear because sometimes the fabric is sewn on the right side and sometimes on the wrong side.

The pattern will take you step-by-step with written instructions and helpful color photos. Helpful tips and included as well as links to videos that will show you different sewing techniques.

So, pick out your fabric and head over to Etsy for your copy of the Bear Pillow Sewing Pattern.

This pattern is for your eyes only. We encourage you to give away or sell your finished projects and ask that you mention Yarnovations.com as designer. Thanks.

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Filed Under: Animals, Baby, Boy, Child, Christmas, Girl, Great as Gifts, Holidays & Special Occasions, Home Decor, Patterns for Sale, Sewing, Uncategorized Tagged With: bamboo, bear, memory bear, panda, pattern, pillow, polar bear, sewing

Caterpillar Pencil Case in Little Looms

July 18, 2022 By Yarnitect (Dana)

We’ve designed an adorable caterpillar pencil case for Little Looms Magazine. Isn’t it sweet!

We love this little pin loom woven creature. It’s the little finishing details that make it so cute. And those are really easy to make because they are just bits of felt fabric glued to the assembled project. But, wow, do they give this insect so much charm.

The caterpillar pencil case measures approximately 9 1/2″ x 3″ x 3″. Keep reading to learn more about the pin loom weaving caterpillar pencil case.

Caterpillar Pencil Case in Little Looms

The Caterpillar Pencil Case made it’s debut in the Little Looms Fall 2022 issue. You can get the pattern by purchasing the digital issue of the magazine or becoming an all access member to Little Looms. Learn more at Little Looms website.

More about the Pin Loom Weaving Caterpillar Pencil Case

The caterpillar pencil case uses only 2 pin looms; a 4″ square and 2″x4″ rectangle. If you’ve needed an excuse to buy the 2″x4″ pin loom, than this is it! The materials list for this project are pretty minimal. Here’s what you’ll need to make the pin loom caterpillar pencil case:

Pin Loom Square: 4″
Pin Loom Rectangle: 2” x 4”
Needles: 6″ weaving needle, tapestry needle, sewing needle
YARNS: Lion Brand Yarns Vanna’s Choice (Acrylic, 170 yd/3.5 oz)
#180 Cranberry, 20 yd
#172 Kelly Green, 20 yd
#171 Fern, 30 yd
Zipper: green 8”
Washable marker
Fabric Glue
Straight Pins
Green Thread
Optional: fabric and thread for lining
Optional: Sewing machine

Caterpillar Pencil Case is Great for New Crafters

There are just a few techniques used to make the pencil case. If you’re new to crafting, than this is a great project to learn new skills.

First, the caterpillar body / the main portion of the bag, is made with a technique called pin loom weaving. The fabric is woven in plain weave which is the most basic form of weaving on a pin loom. You weave under one thread and over one thread across.

Second, there are embroidered French knots on the body to represent spots. Those are another great beginner friendly embroidery technique.

Third, is sewing a zipper into the project. This can be done by hand sewing a running stitch or back stitch. Both are sewing stitches everyone should have in their knowledge banks.

Fourth, and completely optional, is a lining. This can be hand sewn as well, but most people will pull out a sewing machine for this portion. Lining is added to the bag prior to attaching the zipper.

A lining is recommended because woven fabric has holes and it’s easy for additional holes and larger ones to be poked into it.

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Scrubby Dishcloths

December 17, 2019 By Yarnovator

Pros and Cons of Knit, Crocheted and Woven Dishcloths using Scrubby Yarn.

Though I enjoy using any of the scrubby dishcloths, there are definitely some pros and cons to each type. Let’s take a look at each one separately.

The Knit dishcloth was the easiest one to make. It was easiest on which to find the stitches. I made mine 25 stitches wide using the garter stitch with size H needles. I did not count the rows, so I’m really not sure how many there are, and it’s nearly impossible to count! It has the nicest drape and is stretchy. It is fairly thin and fits nicely in glasses and pots.

The crocheted one was the fastest to work up. I also worked it 25 stitches across and the number of rows needed to make it a square using an H hook. It was very difficult to find the stitches, so I had to count my stitches every row. It was surprisingly not too difficult to pull out stitches if I missed a loop. It is the thickest dishcloth and has a moderate amount of drape. It feels bulky in comparison, but feels very sturdy for washing.

The pin loom woven dishcloth was the most difficult to make. I sewed four 4″ squares together. I wove the squares on the Zoom Loom, a 3-pin arrangement with 3 warp layers. The weaving needle often caught in the middle of a warp strand and was very difficult to pull through. I tried exaggerating the weaving motion, but that only helped a little. It was also very difficult to sew the squares together as it was hard to see the loops on the edges. The sewing needle often went through the strands and were difficult to pull through. It is the thinnest dishcloth and most static. It does not stretch. Because it is the thinnest, it fits into cups and bottles the easiest. And despite the frustrations to weave, it is fun to use.

*It might be easier to weave a 2-warp square, as there will be fewer layers around which to maneuver, though I’ve not tried this. Some weavers have found it much easier to warp the loom in cotton, and only weave with the Scrubby yarn. That would most certainly take away almost all of the difficulties I mentioned before. Continuous weaving would also be much easier, like on the Turtle Loom or other continuous weaving looms. Speaking of which, now I want to see how a hexagonal dishcloth works up!

All of the dishcloths were made using Red Heart Scrubby yarn. The woven one used the least amount of yarn and will make 11 squares, enough for 2.75 dischloths. The knit dishcloth used slightly more yarn and will easily make two dishcloths. The crocheted dishcloth used the most yarn, but you should still get two scrubbies of 25 stitches wide using an H hook.

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Pin Loom Pattern Baby Blanket and Alphabet Set

June 20, 2016 By Yarnovator

Baby Blanket with Crochet Edge Pin Loom Pattern with 36 New Pin Loom Square Patterns

Create your own baby blanket by pin loom weaving! This sweet little baby blanket was made with a 4″ pin loom, 2 skeins of Red Heart Super Saver yarn and a size H crochet hook!

The pin loom allows you to weave on the go (or while watching the kids play on the playground in my case). It creates 4″ squares that can be joined by needle or hook. Then, you can dress it up (if you want) with a bit of crochet edging (crochet is still my first love, so you know I couldn’t resist adding that).

This baby blanket pin loom pattern includes:

26 capital letters (A-Z)
10 numbers (0-9)
3 Join Options (2 with needle, 1 with crochet hook – with illustrated photos)
Baby Blanket Instructions (assembly and crochet edging pattern)
Photos on setting up the warp and weave of the Zoom Loom
Photo examples of 1 and 2 color options

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The Baby Blanket and Alphabet Set Pin Loom Pattern is available in our Etsy Shop.

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Vote in Witchy Twins Face Off with Anne Geddes

September 15, 2015 By Yarnitect (Dana)

Vote in the Twins Face Off Crochet Design Challenge with Anne Geddes Baby

For this Twins Face Off crochet challenge we used Anne Geddes Baby yarn. It’s up to you to choose, which crocheted Witch Accessory you like better. After you vote below, scroll down to enter the giveaway for your chance to win 4 skeins of Anne Geddes Baby from Red Heart and a copy of both crochet patterns.

Giveaway ends September 21, 2015 at midnight.

Left: Witch Hat with Dangling Spider Right: Extra Long Striped Scarf with skull and spider web applique. See more photos.

The hat and scarf were designed this month to coordinate with some gloves and leg warmers that we crocheted earlier this year. See more photos of the Witch Way, This Way crochet pattern.

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Vote on Baby Challenge and Giveaway

May 19, 2015 By Yarnitect (Dana)

Vote on the Baby Design Challenge and
Enter the Bernat Softee Baby Yarn Giveaway

It’s up to you to choose, which baby set you like better. After you vote below, enter the giveaway for your chance to win the yarn used in this month’s challenge as well as the patterns for both baby sets.

Giveaway ends May 25, 2015 at midnight.

Left: Baby Pink Shelly Baby Set Right: Baby Blue HDC Faux Stockinette Baby Set

Below are more photos of the baby sets. You can see more photos in the shop: Baby Pink Shelly Baby Set and Baby Blue HDC Faux Stockinette Baby Set.

It’s time for your vote – it’s annonymous…so vote with confidence!

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Pink Baby Shelly Baby Pattern Set on Etsy.

Baby Blue Pattern Set on Etsy.

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Tips and Tricks: Faux Fur

April 22, 2015 By Yarnitect (Dana)

Working with Faux Fur Yarn

There is no doubt that a little faux fur yarn can add a lot of pizazz to a hand crafted project. And with a little practice, one can learn to crochet or knit with it a little easier.

Tip #1: Crocht Double Stranded

It is nearly impossible to see the stitches when crocheting with faux fur. The furry strands nearly completely hide the stitches. That’s great on a finished product, but not so great when you have to work in those stitches. The problem is not as pronounced when knitting since the stitches are on the needle. If stitches have to be picked up, it will be difficult to find them.

Solution: Crochet with two strands at once, one faux fur and one non-furry yarn. It makes each stitch thicker and a little easier to see. If the non-furry strand is the same color (or nearly the same) as the fur, it almost disappears. The thicker stitches may still be difficult to see, but it is also possible to feel the stitches as you work.

Crocheting with Vanna’s Choice and Fun Fur yarn made finding the stitches in this panda set much easier to find.

Panda Pattern Set available on Etsy.

Tip #2: Count every row.

Counting the number of stitches at the end of every row or round is generally a good idea, but it is almost critical when using faux fur. It is very easy to drop a stitch or lose track of a stitch because it can be difficult to see. You might even add a stitch because it’s not always easy to tell if a stitch has been worked in already.

Keeping track of the number of stitches per row is crucial to keeping a neat edge in projects like the tiger striped scarves.

Tiger Striped Scarves pattern on Etsy.

Tip #3: There is a Right Side and a Wrong Side.

The little furry strands often get trapped within the stitches as they are worked. When working back and forth in rows, both sides will generally be equally furry. When working in the round, the inside tends to be furrier. For a furrier look, turn the project inside out when appropriate so that the furrier side is out.

A hat can often be turned inside out after it’s finished. Some items may need to be turned inside out before they are sewn together. Just note how furry the sides are before completing the project.

The parts of the monkey are turned inside out to keep the furrier side on the outside. A little faux fur on the tree makes the palm tree look more authentic too.

Palm Tree and Monkey pattern set available on etsy.

Tip #4: Not all faux fur is equal.

Faux fur comes in varying lengths. The furry strands can be short or long, coarse or smooth. The type of fur can significantly impact the look and feel of the finished product. Projects with the longer strands of fur tend to look fuller and are softer than the shorter stranded fur. The size and nature of the project may determine which fur to use. Generally speaking, the longer stranded fur costs a little more.

La Furla from Trendsetter Yarns is long and soft making this houdstooth trio very luxurious.

Houndstooth Trio pattern set available on Etsy.

Tip #5: Notice yardage.

Some faux furs come in small skeins. Generally speaking that means more skeins of fur yarn will be needed than non-furry yarn. Projects with smaller stitches will use more faux fur than larger stitches. For instance, a project crocheted using single crochet will use more than the same project done in double crochet. Because the faux fur hides stitches anyway, you might want to change the stitch to a taller stitch to save on yarn. The project will get done faster and still look good.

One skein of faux fur will work for small projects like the trick or treat bags.

Trick or Treat Bags pattern set available on Etsy.

Filed Under: Accessories, Adult, Baby, Bags, Bean Bag - Pouf, Boy, Crochet, Crochet Technique, Girl, Hat, Knit, Scarves, Cowls & Shrugs, Tips & Tricks, Uncategorized Tagged With: crochet, faux fur, fun fur, knit

Mulberry Stitch Sampler Scarf

April 21, 2015 By Yarnitect (Dana)

Mulberry Stitch Sampler Scarf – Crochet Pattern

This Mulberry Stitch Sampler is a fabulous scarf! The extra length makes it fun to style (see photos below).

We refer to it as a stitch sampler because of all the fun crochet techniques it uses:

Star Stitch at the ends and middle
Horizontal cable created with reverse single crochet
Vertical cables made with front and back post work
Shell Stitch creates a lacy middle section
Chain work creates an edge to attach tassles
Working in front loop only allowed for another row of crochet to be worked in the back loop

Mulberry Stitch Sampler Crochet Pattern

The Mulberry Scarf first appeared on the cover of Love of Crochet magazine Summer 2014. It’s now available in our shop: Mulberry Stitch Sampler Scarf.

The pattern includes lots of photos, written directions, checkboxes to mark your progress, gauage and materials info, etc.

Available on Etsy: Here

Learn more about the Mulberry Stitch Sampler Scarf in the shop.

Mulberry Stitch Sampler Scarf – Styling Options

Here are a few fun ways to style the Mulberry Stitch Sampler:

Filed Under: Accessories, Adult, Patterns for Sale, Scarves, Cowls & Shrugs Tagged With: cable, mulberry, scarf, shell, star stitch, stitch sampler

Newborn Turtle Outfit Crochet Pattern

April 6, 2015 By Yarnitect (Dana)

Newborn Turtle Outfit Crochet Pattern – Lil Snapper

You’ll get lots of oooh and aaahs with this adorable little turtle newborn outfit. It’s a fun photo prop and fabulous baby shower gift!

This newborn pattern set includes:

Baby Blanket
Cape
Diaper Cover
Hat

The baby blanket and hat are practical items that baby can be uses for months/years. The cape and diaper cover are sweet little photo props to capture a moment in time. We’re not sure which is cuter…the tail on the diaper cover or the decorative shell pattern that uses the spike stitch.

Lil Snapper Crochet Pattern Available in the Store

The Lil Snapper crochet pattern is available in the Store.

Lil Snapper set on Etsy.

Lil Snapper plus rattles and stuffed animal on Etsy.

This newborn turtle set first appeared in Love of Crochet magazine Fall 2014. We have the rights back to this pattern and it’s now available in our shop.

Learn more and see more photos of the Lil Snapper.

Filed Under: Accessories, Afghan, Age & Gender, Animals, Baby, Hat, Patterns for Sale Tagged With: baby blanket, cape, diaper cover, hat, newborn, turtle