Crochet Monkey Baby Blanket and Toy Set

October 18, 2012 by ·

Crochet Monkey Baby Blanket and Toy Set

Welcome new baby with this fun crochet monkey baby blanket and toy set. This pattern comes with the baby blanket, security blanket and three crochet block designs.

Lil Monkey blocks, security blanket and baby blanket

Perfect for newborns and little tykes, these three Lil Monkey accessories will get lots of use for years to come. Mix and match the colors to coordinate with baby’s nursery.

Crochet Monkey Baby Blanket and Toy Set – The Pattern

The crochet monkey set comes with three accessories: baby blanket, security blanket and toy blocks.

Skill Level: Easy

Baby with all Lil Monkey Set1. CROCHET MONKEY BABY BLANKET

Perfect for baby to sleep on or to be wrapped in to keep warm.

This simple blanket is crocheted in Rows with a simple single crochet ch-1 pattern. It’s dressed up with a crochet monkey face in one corner and mini hands in another.

Measures: 37” x 29”

2. CROCHET MONKEY SECURITY BLANKET

Perfect for giving sweet little kisses to baby. And great as a security blanket for when the little tyke gets a bit older. This Lil Monkey can be carried by the arm, head or blanket. The satin edge makes it fun to rub between baby’s fingers. It’s the perfect bedtime buddy!

The stitch on the security blanket matches the larger baby blanket. The head and arms are crocheted in the round.

Measures: 9” x 9” when open

Baby with Lil Monkey Set

3. CROCHET MONKEY TOY BLOCKS

Babies will love batting these around. And as they get older, they will love stacking them up and knocking them down.

Mix and match the panels to make a wide variety of blocks. Included are stripes, solids, numbers, letters and a crochet monkey face and tail.

Measures: 4” x 4” x 4”

Security Blanket

Crochet Monkey Baby Blanket and Toy Set – Available in the Store

All three of these crochet monkey accessories are available in the Lil Monkey Accessories Set in the store.

Lil Monkey Accessories Set pattern on Etsy.

This set is great for making gifts for baby showers. Make one or all three, the new mom is going to love them all.

This set includes: baby blanket, security blank and toy blocks.

Available in the Store

More Monkey Stuff in Store

baby monkey hat setWant more monkey stuff? Theses blankets and blocks have a matching hat set!

This hat set includes preemie and newborn size hats and diaper cover. It also has newborn booties and mitts.

Learn more about the Lil Monkey Baby Hat Set.

Lil Monkey Baby Hat Set pattern on Etsy.

Not enough? There are is more monkey stuff in the store!

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Hard Hat Photo Shoot

August 20, 2012 by ·

This hard hat photo shoot was a lot of fun. The crochet mining set is a great way to capture young people in fun photos. Caves, mining museums or themed playgrounds provide great backdrops to the crochet mining set. We took some friends to Whit’s End in Colorado Springs for some fun and photos.

Hard Hat Photo Shoot – Playtime Unfolds

Let’s watch their playtime in action.

hard hat photo shoot

Here the guys are pointing out their next site to be hit with dynamite.

twins with hard hats

The twins are discussing the plan the boys have come up with.

tunnel with hard hats

As they travel through the tunnels to setup, the boys are thankful for the lights on their hard hats.

cave explosion

Cover your ears, it’s time to blast the dynamite!

We’re happy to report that there were no injuries during the mining excursion. Everyone had a blast.

Hard Hat Photo Shoot – The Ensemble

hard hat and mining setThe crochet pattern for the Hard Hat and Mining Set is available in the store. It comes with directions to make the hard hat, blasting box, dynamite and dynamite storage box (not pictured).

Hard Hat and Mining Set pattern on Etsy.

The shirts the kids were wearing are available on Etsy at Chic Couture Boutique. Check out the Chevron tie t-shirt for the guys and the heart t-shirt for the girls.

Thanks Chic couture Boutique for joining us on this explosively fun adventure.

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Baby Photo Shoot with Aviator Hat by Traci Locke

August 13, 2012 by ·

A recent baby photo shoot featured our Aviator Hat. Traci Locke sent us this adorable photo taken in a plane museum in Phoenix, AZ.

Baby Photo Shoot with Aviator Hat by Locke

This little guy is ready to take to the skies in this Aviator Hat with scarf flying in the wind! “Hey little guy, be sure to put your goggles on before you take off!”

Thanks, Traci! We love this photo.

You can learn more about Locke Photography on Traci’s facebook page.

Want to make the Aviator Hat for your own photo shoot? The Aviator Set, including the hat, goggles and scarf is available in our store.

Aviator Set pattern on Etsy.

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Crochet Monkey, Banana and Palm Tree Pattern

August 6, 2012 by ·

Create your own jungle with this fun crochet monkey, banana, and palm tree pattern.

Perfect for a jungle themed nursery, a Hawaiian luau party, a tropical paradise or a desert oasis. Kids will enjoy feeding the monkey bananas while adults will be impressed with the your large scale crochet project, the palm tree(s).

Crochet monkey, banana and palm tree

Mix and match the parts and pieces and colors to best meet your needs. Whether you’re looking only for a furry monkey, a sweet snack or a tall bit of shade, this pattern has it all.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Crochet Techniques: Crochet in the round, crochet in front and back loop, crochet increase and decrease, loop stitch, crocodile stitch

Crochet Monkey, Banana and Palm Tree Pattern: THE MONKEY

banana in footOur crochet monkey was crocheted with copper Fun Fur which resembles an orangutan (tailless) or Golden Langur (with tail). Mix and match the colors to create your favorite monkey.

Monkeys have many different characteristics. Some have more hair than others. Some have tails. This pattern includes instructions for these optional features.

This crochet pattern includes hands and feet that grip. That’s right. We’ve crocheted pipe-cleaners (fuzzy sticks) into the hands which allows them to grab hold of things…like a banana. Super fun! (Edges of fuzzy sticks can be sharp – do not use in toys for babies or small children).

The monkey has knee and elbow joints, too, making it more fun to play.

Measures: 14″ tall x 4.5″ wide x 4.75″ thick.

Crochet Monkey, Banana and Palm Tree Pattern: THE BANANA

crochet bananaYum. Crochet bananas for your furry little monkey and make playtime deliciously fun. They are easy and quick to make, so why not crochet a bunch?

The edible portion is crocheted in the round, but the peel is crocheted back and forth to simulate the ridges that bananas have.

These fit perfectly into the hands and feet of the crocheted monkey.

Measures: 4″ long x 3.5″ around.

Crochet Monkey, Banana and Palm Tree Pattern: THE PALM TREE

Crochet Palm Tree

Let your monkey swing from the trees with this larger than life crochet project. The palm tree is perfect for decorating the corner of a room or on the patio for a theme’d party.

It’s the details in the crochet that make this palm tree so adorable. The loop stitch grass, crocodile stitch top and fun yarn make this very realistic. And the pieces that help it all take shape (drain pipe, christmas tree stand and floral foam) are easy to find.

Measures: 8.5′ tall x 4′ wide. Can be made shorter or taller as needed.

Crochet Monkey, Banana and Palm Tree Pattern: Now Available

It’s a Jungle crochet pattern is now available!

It’s a Jungle crochet pattern on Etsy.

Create your own oasis. Buy It’s a Jungle today in the store.

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Baseball Crochet Hat, Mitts and Bib for Newborn

July 5, 2012 by ·

Baseball closeup

Newborns can “get in the game” with this adorable little baseball crochet hat, mitts and bib outfit! They’re never too young to show team spirit. It’s perfect for little boys and little girls. All baseball fans are going to want to add this to their child’s collection.

Whether you’re seeing the game live or going to a party, your little one is sure to steal the show sporting these accessories.

Skill Level: Easy
Crochet Techniques: Crochet in the round, crochet in the front and back loop, front and back post crochet.
Size: Newborn (Make items smaller or larger by changing the hook size.)

Baseball Crochet Hat

baseball hatWith ears tucked in or untucked, this crochet baseball hat will make your newborn look super cute. Swap out the colors to match your teams colors. We went patriotic with blue and red.

Our cap says “Baby”, but you can personalize your cap by stitching your baby’s name or team chant.

Measured flat: 7 1/4″ x 5. Add brim which measures 1 3/4 x 5.

Baseball Crochet Mitts

Wrap those little hands in some fun crochet baseball mitts. No game is complete without a baseball and catcher’s mitt! With these, your newborn is ready to play ball, too. These mitts fit both right handed and left handed players!

The cuffs are designed to stretch. And, with the elastic sewn inside, they stay snuggly in place no matter how wiggly your newborn is.

Baseball Outfit

Measured flat: Baseball – 2 3/4″ x 3 1/2″
Measured flat: Catcher’s Mitt – 3 1/2″ x 4″

Baseball Diamond Crochet Bib

Your little one can run the bases on this crochet baseball diamond bib. It’s a great accessory for meal time or game time.

The baseball diamond is crocheted separately and sewn to the bib (as is the baseball appliqué). The bib is adjustable with a sewn on button and crocheted button holes.

Measures: 6 1/2″ x 3 1/2″

Get your newborn in the game. Order this “Li’l Slugger” Outfit today.

Li’l Slugger Outfit pattern on Etsy.

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Baby Announcement in Crochet

July 3, 2012 by ·

We’re happy to announce the newest member to the Yarnovations family, crochet style! Yarnovator (and husband) welcomed the arrival of their baby boy in May 2012. Naturally, no big event like this would be complete without a little bit of crochet.

It's a Boy Pillar Cozy

What better way to announce the arrival of a baby or share some big news with your neighborhood than with crocheted pillar cozies! You can custom make cozies to fit any pillar size and announce most any occasion in letters or appliqués.

Utilizing the two pillars in front of her house, Yarnovator used classic colors and large bold letters. These cozies vividly proclaim the arrival of Yarnovator’s newborn son. Here’s how she did it.

The “It’s a” cozy was done in short rows alternating single, half double, and double crochet. The letters were crocheted separately and sewn on.

The “Boy” balloons were crocheted separately in the round using half double crochets. To help the balloons hold their shape, the circles were sewn onto plastic canvas. Like the “It’s a” cozy, the letters were crocheted separately and sewn on. Because the balloons do not wrap around the pillar, separate short cozies were crocheted that match the pillar color. The balloons were then sewn to the cozies at the desired height.

All told, this is a fun, simple and informative project.

Yarnovator Baby

Congratulations, Yarnovator. Welcome, baby!

PS: Newborn Baseball Set coming soon!

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National Crochet Month 2012 Postcard

March 4, 2012 by ·

National Crochet Month 2012 – Postcard

To celebrate National Crochet Month 2012 we have designed a FREE crochet postcard! This March, we’re letting the world know that we love yarn. We’re surprising friends and family with hand crocheted mail….delivered by the United States Post Office! Want to join us?

I Heart Yarn Postcard

National Crochet Month 2012 – FREE Patterns

All Free PostcardsNational Crochet Month 2012 is a great time to consider projects that use up our stash. This FREE pattern will do just that. And it’s a good excuse for using wild colors and crazy materials!

This FREE pattern includes the “I [Heart] Yarn” postcard and an extra Bonus: Mickey Mouse Ears! Mickey is sure to bring smiles to many faces. It will look fun in traditional colors as well as wild and crazy ones!

I [Heart] Yarn pattern:

  • It measures 10″ x 5 1/2″.
  • Skill Level: Easy
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Chain
  • Stitches for Heart Applique: Single Crochet, Half Double, Double, Treble (triple)

BONUS: Mickey Mouse Ears pattern:

  • It measures 10″ x 5 1/2″
  • Skill Level: Easy
  • Stitches: Single crochet, Single Crochet Increase (Loop Stitch optional)
  • Crochet in the Round

National Crochet Month 2012 – Multi-Purpose Postcards

Postcard as CoasterNational Crochet Month 2012 is a great time to spread the word about our love of the hobby. These postcards can be used for more than just postcards by the recipient. These make great decorations for a craft room (bulletin board). They can also be used as coasters and are a great size for coffee mugs. Or how about using this as a granny square in a larger project?

But perhaps the best and most novel idea would be to reuse it as…a postcard! By simply removing the cardboard piece and attaching a new cardboard piece, this can be reused again as a postcard! I’ve seen crafters reuse greeting cards before, but never like this!

National Crochet Month 2012 – Join Us

FREE Crochet Patterns

Free Patterns Page: Download the pattern from the FREE Crochet Patterns page.
Store: Add the Postcard Free to your cart in the Store.

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Pig Crochet Pattern

January 27, 2012 by ·

Pig Crochet Pattern – Affectionally named “Pork Chop”

Pig Crochet PatternWe have affectionately named the pig in our Pig Crochet Pattern, “Pork Chop”. He is deliciously fun and easy to crochet! He’s super cute when crocheted in a couple shades of pinks. Have you seen the little extra details this crocheted pig includes? There are dew claws on the feet, puffy checks and a curly tail, just to name a few.

For the hunters in our lives, we’ve modified “Pork Chop” and mounted his head! Yep, this pattern includes instructions on how to make a Mounted Boar’s Head! It’s a little crazy, but it’s so real looking when crocheted in Brown Angel Hair and with the addition of tusks. This would be perfect in a man’s office, study or library. Since it’s crocheted, it would even be fun in your craft room! Be sure to name him!

This pig crochet pattern includes the following instructions:

  • “Pork Chop” as the stuffed animal.
  • The head of “Pork Chop” mounted.
  • Mounted Boar’s Head.
  • Boar as a stuffed animal.

Pig Crochet Pattern – “Pork Chop” as a Famous Pig
pig with collar

This Pig Crochet Pattern can be modified and used to represent a number of famous pigs. As is, “Pork Chop” is a great farm animal. But with a few tweaks, he can be a book character or famous movie star. Here’s a short list of famous pigs:

  • Maxwell, the Geico Pig – give him a pinwheel and watch him squeal “weeeeee” all the way home.
  • Napoleon from Animal Farm – have him stand on his hind feet and give him some clothes.
  • Piglet from Winnie the Pooh – dress him in a striped pink shirt and have him stand on his hind feet.
  • Porky Pig from Looney Tunes – dress him in a blue shirt and red tie and have him stand on his hind feet.
  • Tusk, the Arkansas Razorbacks mascot – crochet him in red with a black sweater.
  • Wilbur from Charlotte’s Web – give him an award winning collar.

Pig Crochet Patter – The Details

Like our other patterns, this Pig Crochet Pattern includes lots of photos, detailed written instructions, checkboxes to mark your progress, materials list, gauge info and more.

Skill Level: Easy

“Pork Chop” measures 10″ in length x 5 1/2″ tall x 3 3/4″ wide.

Pork Chop Pig pattern available on Etsy.

Available in the Store

Pig Crochet Pattern – Available in the Store

The Pig Crochet Pattern is available now in the store. Purchase your pattern today and you can be making a pig tonight! Weeeeee….what fun!

FREE accessories and modifications are available in the store as well!

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D Fence Football Christmas Ornament

December 15, 2011 by ·

D Fence Football Christmas Ornament – FREE Crochet Pattern – Great for Any Team

d fence football christmas ornamentThis FREE D Fence Football Christmas Ornament is great for any American football fan. You know we’re passionate about sports. We love high school, college and professional football. We also know that a good offense is a good defense.

This football ornament is great for friends and family alike. It can be used as a Christmas tree ornament, a refrigerator magnet or applique for a hat or other accessories. And this is a great stash buster. Use whatever yarns you have in the house just so long as your colors have contrast so each element will stand out.

D Fence (defense) is a popular poster design that football fans take with them to football games. It’s our way of encouraging the defensive line (players) to play hard and win.

D Fence Football Christmas Ornament – The Pattern Details

The D Fence Football Christmas Ornament measures 3 inches x 3 inches. It’s design is inspired by the picket style fence.

Skill Level: Easy

footballThe pattern for the D Fence Football Ornament includes detailed written instructions, supply list, gauge info, abbreviation list, checkbox to mark your progress, photos and more.  The FREE pattern includes:

  • Picket slats
  • Horizontal supports
  • Letter “D”
  • Mini NFL style football

Bonus Garden PatternBONUS: This FREE pattern also includes instructions on crocheting a flower garden scene. We couldn’t resist making this fence ornament multi-purpose. The flower garden can be crocheted on the back or as a separate ornament all together.

D Fence Football Christmas Ornament – Download for FREE

This pattern includes all the great features found in all our patterns including photos, detailed instructions, gauge information, supply list, check boxes to mark your progress, and more.

FREE Crochet Patterns

Free Patterns Page: Download the pattern from the FREE Crochet Patterns page.
Store: Add the Fence Ornament Free to your cart in the Store.

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Gardening Christmas Ornament

December 15, 2011 by ·

Gardening Christmas Ornament – FREE Crochet Pattern

Gardening Christmas OrnamentThis FREE Gardening Christmas Ornament is perfect for people who loves flowers, gardening and the great outdoors. It spreads a little cheer in those cold winter months when blooms are a distant memory.

Gardeners can use this ornament to decorate their Christmas tree, as a refrigerator magnet or applique for purse or other accessories. The bright colors against the picket fence give it a touch of whimsy. Use scraps of yarn you have on hand. This project is perfect for the ultra brights and neons!

Gardening Christmas Ornament – FREE Pattern Details

The Gardening Christmas Ornament measures 3″ x 3″. The FREE pattern includes detailed written instructions, photos, gauge info, supplies list, check boxes to mark your progress and more.

flower gardenSkill Level: Easy

The pattern includes directions for the following:

  • Vertical Pickets
  • Horizontal Supports
  • Flowers
  • 3 Stems

d fence football ornamentBONUS: This fence pattern includes instructions on making a fence for football fans. It doubles as a D Fence!

American football fans know that a good defense is a good offense. Show support of the whole team with this fun twist to the word defense (d fence).

Gardening Christmas Ornament – FREE Download

This pattern includes all the great features found in all our patterns including photos, detailed instructions, gauge information, supply list, check boxes to mark your progress, and more.

FREE Crochet Patterns

Free Patterns Page: Download the pattern from the FREE Crochet Patterns page.
Store: Add the Fence Ornament Free to your cart in the Store.

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