Granny Square Turkey Joins the Flock

November 7, 2024 by ·

Birds of a Feather is wildly popular…and now the granny square chicken pattern includes a variation for the Turkey. Gobble, Gobble! Not only does the pattern include the crochet turkey, but a mini crochet pumpkin to go with it.

The crochet turkey stuffed animal has an iconic blue head and a snood along the beak. This amigurumi turkey also has more tail feathers than some of the other birds in the crochet chicken pattern.

The mini pumpkin is quick to make. We used mini bobbles every other row to give it a gourd like bumpy rib.

Both the turkey and pumpkin are crocheted with medium worsted weight yarn. They are pictured above in Lion Brand Heartland Yarn.

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The turkey and pumpkin are available in our Birds of a Feather crochet pattern on Etsy.

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Quick Video Tips on YouTube

We made several brief videos on how how to put together the bird. You can see our YouTube Granny Square Bird Videos which include the snood.

These videos are shorts…quick videos on how to crochet various aspects of the granny square chicken including beak, eyes, tail, wattle, snood as well as changing colors mid row and joining squares.

Gobble, Gobble!

Birds of a Feather Granny Square Chicken Pattern

The granny square chicken pattern includes 9 different birds. Each made with only 2 granny squares. Changing the color mid round is what makes each bird unique. The Birds of a Feather pattern includes:

  • Chicken
  • Turkey
  • Blue Jay
  • Cardinal
  • Robin
  • House Finch
  • Gold Finch
  • Parakeet
  • Bald Eagle
  • BONUS: Mini Pumpkin

The turkey joined the flock on 11/7/24. If you’ve purchased the pattern prior to that date and need the revised version with turkey, let us know via Etsy where you purchased the pattern.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Yarn Twins

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Positive Potato’s Cousin: Sassy Spud with 10 Hats

November 1, 2024 by ·

Positive Potato has a cousin and her name is Sassy Spud. She has lots of hats for various special occasions and several hats just for fun. All total, Sassy Spud has 10 hats and 75+ printable signs. You can attach a permanent sign or create one with elastic so you can change out her greeting.

As an added bonus, there are instructions for putting walking feet on Sassy Spud.

Sassy Spud is quick and easy to make. She measures only 2.75” tall x 1.75” wide x 1.5” deep without a hat. She definitely qualifies as amigurumi…which basically means crochet toy. We designed her with basic stiches and basic techniques. There will be some increases by working 2 single crochet in the same stitch and decreases by single crocheting 2 together. On occasion there will be working in front loop only. The dragon tail has a double crochet cluster. But for the most part, basic crochet skills are all you need to make the crochet potato and hats.

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There are 10 hats for Sassy Spud. And they are all interchangeable. You could sew them on permanently, but they are designed to be changed out. The crochet hats for Sassy Spud include:

  • Birthday Cap
  • Christmas Santa Cap
  • Halloween Witch Hat
  • Easter Bunny Spring Bonnet
  • Pirate / Tricorn Hat
  • Valentine Pom Pom Beanie with Heart
  • Unicorn Beanie
  • Dragon Beanie
  • Straw Hat with Bow
  • Pom Pom Beanie

The pattern for Sassy Spud and her 10 crochet hats are available in our Etsy Shop.

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Materials Needed to Make Sassy Spud the Crochet Potato

The materials needed to make Positive Potato’s cousin, Sassy Spud, are pretty minimal: yarn, crochet hook, safety eyes and stuffing. The hats take a extra colors, of course. And since the unicorn hat has a rainbow of colors for it’s mane, you’ll need even more colors when making that crochet hat.

  • Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport, 100% superwash merino wool, 50 g/1.75 oz, 136.5 yds/125 m
    Potato: Extra Crème Café #873, Chocolate #819, Black #815
  • Crochet Hook: F/5/3.75 mm – for 90% of the pattern
  • Crochet Hook: C/2/2.75 mm
  • Crochet Hook: B/1/2.25 mm
  • Navy Beans or Fiber Fill / Stuffing
  • 6 mm safety eyes: 2
  • Stitch Markers: 3
  • 1 mm elastic in white: 12” (optional)
  • Small beads for pirate hat (optional)
  • Fishing wire for beading strand for pirate hat. (optional)
  • Pet comb (optional) for pirate hair
  • Walking Feet Toy (optional) on Amazon

As noted above, we used Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport. We love this yarn because it’s thinner than medium worsted weight yarn and it comes in a wide variety of colors. You can usually find this yarn at independent yarn shops across the USA.

Sassy Spud is Nice and Spicy Nice

Sassy Spud has a tendency to reflect our own personality. Sometimes she can be very nice with sayings such as:

  • YUKON Do It.
  • You’re SPUDtacular.
  • I YAM proud of you.
  • Be Kind.

Sometimes Sassy Spud can be spicy nice. You know…a bit more saucy with sayings such as:

  • Watch This, Hold My Beer.
  • It Could Be Worse.
  • No…You…Didn’t.
  • I Don’t Think So.
  • Whatever
  • Per My Last Email

Because Sassy Spud has hats for various special occasions, she also has seasonal greetings such as:

  • They Say It’s Your Birthday.
  • Happy Halloween to My Favorite Ghoul.
  • Merry Christmas.
  • Happy Festivus.

There are over 75 printable greetings in this Sassy Spud crochet pattern. There are also a couple of blank signs so you can write your own greeting. All printable greetings are rated G and are appropriate for all audience.

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Positive Potato is fairly reserved and shy. But Sassy Spud is full of personality. She loves to show of her hats. Pin her pictures on Pinterest and share her image on Instagram and Facebook so she can have her moment of fame. She’ll love it!

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Granny Square Chicken Crochet Pattern

September 27, 2024 by ·

Granny Square Chicken Crochet Pattern

We’re calling it the Granny Square Chicken crochet pattern, but it’s really “Birds of a Feather” because there are 8 birds! Yep…we’ve designed 8 birds each made from 2 granny squares. We love the idea of the “emotional support chicken” but not limiting ourselves to just chickens! Other birds are sweet, adorable and equally supportive.

Granny Square Chicken and Other Adorable Birds

The chicken is super cute…but it doesn’t have to stop there. Changing colors in various places in the granny squares creates other equally stunning birds. This crochet pattern includes 8 total birds.

8 Birds in the Granny Square Chicken Crochet Pattern:

  • Sunflower Chicken
  • Bald Eagle
  • Blue Jay
  • Cardinal
  • Goldfinch
  • House Finch
  • Parakeet
  • Robin

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Materials Needed to Make a Granny Square Chicken or Bird

  • Yarn: Medium Worsted Weight (such as: Lion Brand Heartland or Caron Simply Soft)
  • Hook:     G / 6 / 4.00 mm
  • Needle: Yarn Needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Safety Eyes: (2) 10mm per bird

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About the Granny Square Chicken Crochet Pattern

As mentioned above, the supplies needed to make a crochet granny square bird are pretty minimal. Some medium worsted weight yarn (pictured in acrylic), a crochet hook, stuffing and safety eyes. Some of these birds are made with only 2 colors. Some are made with up to 4 colors. These are great projects for partial skeins you may have in your stash.

The granny square used in these birds is similar to a traditional granny square but it’s not exactly the same. You can see by looking at the birds that the granny square is not as holey as a traditional granny square. The pattern is nearly the same for each bird with the major exception being color placement. The pattern will tell you where to change color to create each distinctive bird.

A crucial element to creating these crochet birds is that the granny squares have a left and right side. You’ll stitch the left side, then need to create the mirror image or reverse the color order so that the striping lines up when the granny squares are stitched together. The pattern will give complete written instructions for creating both the left and right side.

The granny square chicken measures about 4″ long x 3″ wide x 3″ tall.

Goldfinch or Wolverine?

Is it just me or does the Goldfinch bear a striking resemblance to the X-Men Wolverine comic book character? The black mask, the yellow body and black accents – are you seeing it?

Yes, we have some superhero fans in the family, so the goldfinch is a popular bird with us.

Granny Square Cardinal Crochet Pattern

Cardinals are loved by so many people. Their bright red coloring is gorgeous. This would be a fun bird to gift to friends and family. It’s also a popular mascot for sports teams.

We love the cardinal pattern because we have family in Arizona. Go Cardinals! #BeRedSeeRed Of course, it’s not just the mascot to the NFL team in Arizona. It’s used by many schools around the country. That’s what makes this a great handmade gift for friends and family.

Granny Square Bird Christmas Ornament

The granny square birds are a fun size for creating ornaments. Simply tie a string from the top of the head and it’s ready to hang on the tree.

Check out how the granny square cardinal looks on the tree. So stunning.

As you can see, we’re super excited about this granny square chicken pattern. There is no end to the number of birds you can make with this pattern simply by changing the color. Sometimes the color change is minimal. Sometimes there are a few more color changes. But it’s always worth it to see the different varieties come to life.

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Cinnamon Roll Coasters

January 24, 2024 by ·

Looking for a yummy treat to crochet? Check out our latest design in Crochet World Spring 2024 for Cinnamon Roll Coasters.

This coaster is crocheted as a spiral where stitches from three balls of yarn chase each other around, creating a delicious-looking cinnamon swirl treat sweet enough to rest your beverage upon.

Crochet World is bigger and better than before. There are sooo many patterns in here now. Do you see what it says across the top of the cover? “34 can’t-put-down Spring Crochet Patterns”. 34! Wow.

We are thrilled that our humble little pattern made it into this fun issue. Pick up your copy of Crochet World Spring 2024 today.

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I Like Crochet February 2024 Patterns

January 18, 2024 by ·

Check out the February 2024 issue of “I Like Crochet” online magazine. We have two designs featured inside! Woot.

Pattern 1: Dual Texture Dishie

First is “Dual Texture Dishie”. It’s a fun, quick and easy dishcloth with two textures on the diagonal. This dishie is super fun to stitch. There is a solid section worked in herringbone hdc that is great for scrubbing pots and pans. There’s a filet section that’s ideal for reaching inside glasses and such.

The yarn featured is Universal Yarn, Cotton Supreme. It’s really soft and cozy to crochet with. And you can make a couple dishies from each skein.

Pattern 2: Spring Sky Ruffle Pillow

Second is Spring Sky Ruffle Pillow. It’s a fun understated pillow with a whimsical ruffle. The ruffle really steals the show with it’s contrasting edge. The yarn is a little thinner than you’d expect, but it works up surprisingly quick thanks to the extended half double crochet. The project is really relaxing to stitch and really rewarding when the ruffle is complete.

The yearn featured is Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport. Their 220 line is fabulous and comes in so many different yarn weights and colors. And it’s machine washable.

Check out I Like Crochet Magazine

“I Like Crochet” is a beautifully curated magazine that you can access online. They offer a few membership levels. Well worth checking out.

The magazine comes out with a new issue every other month.

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Holly Jolly Bed Runner

October 9, 2023 by ·

If you love to decorate for the Christmas season, then you’ll want to add this Holly Jolly Bed Runner to your crochet must-do list!

The Holly Jolly Bed Runner was specifically designed for the new crocheter. I wanted something festive that would also be approachable. It uses basic stitches in long rows which make it simple yet so striking! This is a fun, quick and easy project for Santa loving crocheters of all abilities.

As I said in the magazine intro, this project is meant to be a blanket at the foot of your bed, but it’s so soft and cuddly, you may find yourself wrapping it around your shoulders on a cool winter evening. Premier Serenity Chunky is the perfect yarn for the project. I mean, that gold buckle really pops beautifully against the red and black.

Available Now in Crochet World Winter 2023

The Holly Jolly Bed Runner is available exclusively at Crochet World Magazine. Pick up your copy of Crochet World Winter 2023 today.

Available now in Crochet World 2023 from Annie’s Catalog.

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Above is a picture of the Holly Jolly Bed Runner at my home. It’s pictured on a queen size bed. I was so thrilled with the finished project that I snapped a picture of it on the bed before decorating the rest of the room. I just love how bold and vibrant it is.

Get your copy of Crochet World Winter 2023 to make your own Holly Jolly Bed Runner!

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Yarn Snips Waste Basket Crochet Pattern

October 7, 2023 by ·

Practical and beautiful, this mini trash can is the perfect solution to pesky yarn snips that collect on our side tables and work spaces.

This mini crochet basket is the most practical item we’ve every made…next to a dishcloth. It’s surprising how much a little 5″x3.5″x2″ crochet basket can hold. You can toss yarn snips, candy wrappers, pistachio shells and more! Really.

About the Yarn Snips Basket Crochet Pattern

The crochet pattern for the yarn snips basket / trash can includes:

  • Step by Step Written Instructions
  • Supplies List and Links
  • Instructions for working Herringbone Stitch
  • Instructions for working Twisted Single Crochet
  • Optional Finishing with Reverse Single Crochet
  • 5 Photos
  • 5 Pages

Skill Level: Easy

Stitches Used: Chain, Slip Stitch, Single Crochet, Half Double Crochet
Special Stitches: Herringbone Stitch, Twisted Single Crochet (or Reverse Single Crochet)
Techniques Used: Crochet in rows, crochet in the round, increase, decrease

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More About the Yarn Snips Baskets Crochet Pattern

Little leather tags make crochet projects look extra special. The pink crochet basket was accented with a tag purchased from Etsy. The teal crochet basket has a leather tag we hand stamped. A link to the supplies used to make the crochet baskets and tags are included in the pattern.

The finished edges on these yarn snips baskets are slightly different. The pattern includes both finishing options. The pink one was stitched with twisted single crochet The teal one was stitched with reverse single crochet.

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Frankenstein’s Monster Clutch

September 28, 2023 by ·

We’re celebrating Halloween all month long with this Frankenstein’s Monster clutch.

Designed to stand on it’s own, this blue eyed green monster bag has a zippered top to hold all your valuables safe inside. It can be used as a purse, pencil case, make-up bag and more. The gusset is narrow at the top by the zipper and wide at the base which allows it to stand. Make with or without a purse strap.

The Frankenstein’s Monster zipper pouch also features a bolt zipper pull. The sides and bottom are reinforced with heavy duty stabilizer so it flexible yet maintains it’s clutch shape.

Measurements: Approximately 9 ½” wide x 5 ½” tall x 2 ½” deep at base

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More About The Frankenstein’s Monster Clutch

We call it Frankenstein’s Monster because of the scar on the forehead and bolt on the zipper pull. But we’ve also had people call it the Incredible Hulk or a Zombie. We can go with that, too.

The Frankenstein’s Monster Purse Crochet Pattern includes:

  • Written Instructions
  • 10 Pages
  • 10 Photos

The bag is made with 2 eyeball granny squares on the front panel and 2 plain granny squares on the back. A gusset is crocheted separately and joined to the front and back panels. The hair is crocheted at the end with regular crochet and spike stitches. Stabilizer, zipper, lining and optional handle give it a nice crisp look and make it super practical.

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Materials List for Frankenstein’s Monster Purse

We used Vanna’s choice yarn. But any medium worsted weight yarn should work. For the lining, you’ll want to measure your own bag as you may need more or less fabric and stabilizer.

  • Yarn:   Lion Brand Yarns: Vanna’s Choice – Medium Worsted Weight (4)
  • 100% acrylic (170 yds/156 m; 3.5 oz/100 g) 1 ball each:
  • #860 153 Black, C1
  • #860 108 Dusty Blue, C2
  • #860 100 White, C3
  • #860 171 Fern, C4
  • #860 113 Scarlet, C5
  • #860-149 Silver Grey, C6
  • Fabric: black for lining 15”x14” or size needed for your finished bag.
  • Stabilizer: Extra Firm 15”x14” or size needed for your finished bag.
  • Crochet Hook: H/8/5.00mm
  • Needle:  yarn needle for sewing
  • Needle and Thread: black
  • Stitch Markers
  • Straight Pins
  • Zipper: 10” black

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Shells and Lace Crochet Baby Blanket Set

August 12, 2023 by ·

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?

newborn baby hat crochet pattern

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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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Miniature Pumpkins Revsied

July 27, 2023 by ·

Way back in 2015 we created a pattern for miniature crochet and knit pumpkins. We dubbed them “My First Pumpkin“. Since that time, we’ve added pin loom weaving and sewing to our crafting routine. Therefore, we’ve revised the pattern to include those as well.

Yep, this is a 4 in 1 pattern: crochet, knit, sewing, pin loom weaving.

pumpkin pattern for knit, crochet, sewing and pin loom weaving

Aren’t they gorgeous? I really can’t decide which is my favorite. I love the distinct look of each pumpkin…and they were all truly a joy to create.

And…drum roll please…there is a step-by-step tutorial available as well! Yep, there are pictures and written instructions for all four crafts: sewing, knit, crochet, and pin loom weaving.

Check out the updated and revised My First Pumpkin Pattern blog. Make one or all four or an entire pumpkin patch! These are fun to decorate your home and work place. They are also fun gifts because they are quick to make and so darn cute.

The blog has a free version of all 4 mini pumpkins. The printer friendly version has a TON of photos and lots and lots of tips; it’s available on our Etsy shop.

Head over to our blog to learn more: My First Pumpkin Patch.

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