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Pattern Modification And The Cute Couple

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Meg-Ann

Some of the best modifications come from a basic pattern. For example starting with something as simple as Sackboy from Little Big Planet. Something this cute needs a huggable version and thus a crochet pattern is born. The best one that I could find to use (and there are several) came from Nerdigurumi and with a few modifications to the hands (mostly because I didn’t understand the pattern) I came out with a Sackboy of my very own.

Now this Sackboy is special because he was going on a very special swap project destination. His destiny was to travel all the way to Singapore to our friend Yaney as part of a Steampunk themed swap. As we all know you can’t just not dress the part so of course he came with accessories.

He made his journey as a British Adventurer Sackboy complete with pith helmet and elephant gun. I am pleased to say that he reached his destination without delays and was very well received on the other side

As we continue on with our modification journey a few more modifications to the pattern and Mini Chip was born. I had not thought about making a complete human form before really. There were the Stuffies that originally started the production process but those looked more like weebles than anything else (see the example Matt Smith a modification from Creepy Cute Crochet) . So when I started working on the Mini Chip I was surprised at how easily it came. Changes to the head (to make it more human and less flat) and lengthen the torso to make it have more of a human form and we get one of my favorite projects in recent memory.

Mini Chip started as a joke when Real Chip was away on a business trip. A comment was made that he was not needed as I could make his replacement out of yarn. Once he was completed the real Chip likes him as much as I do. However we can’t have Mini Chip be lonely, so further modifications were done to create a Mini Meggie to keep Mini Chip company. It took a few months to get it down right and there are a few discrepancies but in all I think she bears a bit of a resemblance.

There are 3 differences between this version and me

1. She is a bit skinnier than I am but I attribute that to artistic license

2. She does not have glasses though in truth neither does Mini Chip and we both wear them now.

3. Her hair does not totally match mine. She has the hair color that I want to have but have not found a hairdresser brave enough to give it to me yet. But I will!

The details that do match she has my tattoo on her ankle, my affection for black eye makeup, and my favorite summer dress and sandals. All in all I think a fair representation .

Of course we have to have some pictures of the happy yarny couple just to show the match that they make for each other.

In short any pattern that you have out there can be modified using some very simple tricks to create something uniquely your own and that you will love. More to come soon about NerdWars and all kinds of gamer projects till then back to the yarn with me!

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Free Crochet Pattern – 3D Glasses Sleep Mask

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Meg-Ann

For the Ravelry NerdWars competition we had the challenge of creating a shield for either a warrior or something precious to us. As I am on Team Rogue Squadron (StarWars Fans) my shield project is something that I know is a bit of a reach but here goes. In my opinion THX1138 is George Lucas’ baby which he protects and cares for and StarWars is his cash cow which he changes whenever he is in need of more money. That being said it is rumored that he will be releasing StarWars in 3D soon. As much as I hate to give him my money yet again to walk out of the theater minus a bit of my childhood I am too much of a fan not to be there for the midnight showing. (sidenote nothing like seeing a movie that you love with the people that love it as much as you do)

In the spirit of shielding something precious to me I offer the 3D glasses sleep mask

to be used as either prep for the midnight showing nap or to cover your eyes in those particularly horrible scenes cough cough Jar Jar that may come up. Happy Viewing all and sorry for the weirdness of the pictures as I had to take them myself and it is hard to take a picture when you can not see where your camera is.

The Pattern to make this for yourself is as follows:

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn or any type but be sure that the weight of all colors used is the same
Size G (4mm) crochet hook
Tapestry needle

Gauge: Not really important in this project

Design Notes: This pattern is worked flat with inlay colors. For more information on how to inlay colors or carry colors please refer to http://crochet.about.com/library/weekly/aa041203b.htm or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7MeXJCd2jc

This pattern has not really been tested other than by me so please let me know if you have any questions or find any errors at meg-ann@yarnydoom.com

Directions:

Ch 13

Row 1: sc in the second chain from the hook then sc straight across 12 sts

Rows 2-7: sc straight

Rows 8 – 15: sc 4 sts in white then 5 in red finishing with 3 in white

Row 16: sc in the next 4 in white then 5 in red change to white for 1 sc the dec over the last 2 stitches (start of the dent for the nose)

Row 17: sc in white only dec in first 2 stitches then continue till the end of the row

Row 18: sc straight

Row 19: 2sc in the first sc then sc straight till the end of the row

Row 20: (start of the blue section) Follow the pattern for the red section leaving 4 white stitches at the top and for this row the 5 in blue and change to white for 1 stitch and 2 sc in the last

Rows 21-29: continue in the pattern as follows 4 white at the top 5 blue then 3 white on the side of the nose dent

Rows 30-36: continue in only white sc in each stitch across

Finish off and weave in ends

Finishing:

Starting across the top of the mask sc in each stitch around doing 2 sc in the corners to turn all the way around. When you get to the first side of the mask sc in the first 5 then chain a length that fits snugly around your head adding an extra 4 chains when you have reached the desired length.

Dc from the forth chain from the hook till the end of row. The next part gets a bit tricky and if you choose not to attach it this way that is fine you can just skip 2 and continue down the other side. For the stronger attachment of the strap do as follows.

Chain 3 at the end of your double crochet band then sc through both the side of the mask and the chain that you just made for 3 stitches then continue on to finish the side.

Continue on straight till you reach the other side corner of the mask at this point sc up 5 till you reach the point where you will attach the other side of the strap.

If you did the reinforced strap above you will sc through the mask and the chain row of the strap for 3 stitches and then continue on to finish the outside row

If not you will want to ss in the next 2 stitches and sc through the last stitch of the strap and continue on to finish the sc border. Once completed finish off and weave in the ends.

Here is a copy in PDF (3d Glasses sleep mask) if you would rather have it in that format. Enjoy and please link the pattern if you make it I would love to see what they look like.

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First Round Completed

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Meg-Ann

Well I made it through the first round of Nerd Wars just in time so I am very excited about that. For those who are paying attention you will remember in my last post I was having issues with some of the challenges. The remaining ones were Valentines Day for Team Spirit, Ionic Bonding for Technical, and Prime Numbers for Intellectual. The results are as follows:

My Valentines Day submission for Rogue Squadron is my “Hiding in plain sight” Pennant as a gift for the head of Cloud City Lando Calrissian! Sometimes when you are supporting a Rebel organization and are in higher positions in society you want to show your pride and support but would rather not be that blatant about it.

This item is for you then. Crochet in an illusion stitch it looks like just a safe color accent however when tipped you see your true Rogue Pride

Next we have Ionic Bonding and for that I create the Rogue Wristcuff

My Rogue Wristcuff used 3 different fiber types to produce this item a worsted weight wool (the red color) a worsted weight acrylic (the black) and a fingering weight angora (edging) the 2 worsted weights worked well together as they are approximately the same thickness I used the slightly thicker one as the inlaid color so that the cuff size would not vary too much. I added the angora edging still using the same hook but did half double crochet rather than single crochet to get the correct thickness. In the pictures you can see the yarn thicknesses used and of course that it fits me

I was not overly happy with the image of the logo it looked better on paper than it did when it was completed. I had to scale it down a bit to make it so that it could be used in the wrist cuff rather than a half sleeve which is what it would have been in its original form.

And last we have Prime Numbers. This challenge was a bit taxing trying to think of something that would fit. Then there was a spark of inspiration when a friend of mine told me that they are having a baby girl and when I started to make a gift for the baby and I saw the colors together it hit me. Tattoine Sunset Star Blanket

As far as the prime numbers criteria it is 5 rows of color and 1 row of white for the pattern to be completed in color segments of 2 variegated 3 white and 1 pink. I love how it turned out and I hope that the end recipient loves it as much as I do.

So now we are in a new month and have new challenges. As soon as I work through what to make for them you will be the first to know. Till then back to the yarn with me

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Nerd Wars!

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Meg-Ann

There are times when my addiction to Ravelry becomes so very apparent that it can be down right scary. One of these examples is Nerd Wars. Now Nerd Wars is a geek crafting contest from the group explanation:

Essentially, teams (each team unified by their geekery. For example, a person might be on the DC Comics, Dr. Who, or SCA team) “compete” by completing knitting/crochet/whatever projects that answer a set challenge (there will be a few challenges each round to choose from).

Each project you complete earns your team points. At the end of three rounds (each round being a month long each), the team with the most points wins.

What do they win? Bragging rights, a sweet badge for their profile or a Ravatar. Maybe also in the future there will be tangible prizes as well.

The tournament is hopefully going to be a way to motivate people to finish projects on a (ultimately arbitrary by real life standard, but totally helpful and fun here) deadline, and also meet other Ravelers with similar geeky interests and form friendships with folks.

My addiction to Ravelry comes into this because I have become obsessed with checking on things related to Nerd Wars it is pretty much all consuming lately. I have to check Ravelry several times a day to see what was posted or if there is anything new, and yet I still don’t talk to anyone. This project is meant to pull people out of their shells a bit and mine is still firmly attached. I really need to open up a bit.

As soon as I found out what team I was on (Rogue Squadron the Star Wars team) I raced to the patterns page to find things that would work. Sadly so far however I have not found anything that has jumped out and grabbed me that is theme appropriate The scoring for these projects adds bonus points for Team Spirit which is how close your pattern matches your group. You can most definitely still participate even if they are not theme specific pretty much anything nerdy will do. So far I have posted 2 projects:

For the Nebula project in which you had to take inspiration from the beautiful pictures of Nebulae from NASA and either translate it in colors of yarn or style of project. I posted Felix who is from the Helix Nebula.

As you can tell from his coloration he has been built to hide in the nebula. He has a a red tone underneath is fuzzy exterior and can also be seen on his foot. General mode of movement is floating in the weightless environment of space but when they have to go to ground they are skilled in hopping as their mobility. The yarn itself (the fuzzy one) is a bit greener in person so he matches a bit better from my perspective.

The second project was actually made very quickly thanks to the heat going out at home and a snow day. This item was for the NerdCon project which was something that you would either use for or at a convention. I love to dress up and do have several Steampunk Cosplay characters that I use frequently. So my second project was Cosplay Short Cloak:

I play a character by the name of Dinah who is a Steampunk/Weird West vampire that has been captured by a daemon hunter (played by my best friend) this is a elbow length cloak that she wears to match her red eyes. Personally I think it works well for her as the ties are long enough to tie behind my shoulders so that I can wear it hood down and still show her outfit off. It also fulfills one of my #11in11 requirements too so bonus!

Currently there are 4 more categories that I can add projects to or I can do more for each one they are :

Valentines Day for Team Spirit,
Ionic Bonding for Technical (2 types of yarn that do not normally work together)
Prime Numbers for Intellectual (colors or patterns that run in prime numbers)
Cold Hands Warm Hearts for Giving Geeks where you make gloves for charity.

So far I am having a hard time incorporating my team spirit into these crafts but I am sure that lightning will strike my imagination soon enough that I will come up with something.

Till then I will keep on making other projects till something strikes me. If there are any suggestions that anyone out there has to offer I would be happy to hear them until then I will keep trying to think beyond the yarn.

Till then back to the yarn with me

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#11in11 Project

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Meg-Ann

There is a group on Ravelry that I have been working with alot lately called #11in11. The group was started after some holiday yarn purchases and conversation with other knitters about what to do with it by Calb1973 and Glittrgirl. Here is some more information from the group intro on Ravelry:

“Welcome to #11in11. 11 shawls, scarves, necklets, cowls, neck adornments in 2011. If it goes round your neck, it’s in. If it’s knitted or crocheted, it’s in. There aren’t any prizes, just the encouragement and virtual cries of joy and envy from the rest of the group. If you don’t reach the target, then at least you’ve met some new people and had a bit of fun making some new knitted glories (and given some away?).”

So Far I have completed 3 of my required 11 projects for 2011. I offer you my Vamp Bite Bandage

My Crochet Cables Hooded Cowl

And my very first knitted cowl The Sunshine Print Ribbed Cowl

I really do like how all of the projects so far have turned out. I am working on integrating some new brighter colors into my wardrobe and with winter in New England yarn for now seems to be the best way to do it. There are some very pretty variegated yarns up on deck for the next project so stay turned for that.

I have been working lately to channel my inner Penelope Garcia (from Criminal Minds) who I think has the perky goth, sunny sinister disposition that I love and the Rockabilly style that I want. Color is key to that transformation. I will as always keep you posted

I also have a Steampunk swap project and a Creepy Cute Valentine’s Day secret admirer project working so once those are received I will be posting them as they are coming out brilliantly.

Till then back to the yarn with me!

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Start of a New Year… Time for new patterns

Posted on January 5, 2011 by Meg-Ann

Yeah yeah yeah I know it has been a month since I last posted anything but in my defense there was major holiday crafting going on. I have some new patterns to post soon and also a tutorial on “Gift crafts for your Geek” coming very soon (I just have to get the photos in order). So for now I offer my humble apologies for leaving you all so long and ……

Soda Tab Bracelets

I made these for my cousin Sara that was visiting and some for myself as you can see. They are beyond easy to make. If needed I can post a tutorial just let me know if it is wanted and I will put it together.

With that back to the yarn with me!

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Free Crochet Pattern – Zero the Ghost Dog

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Meg-Ann

Beginning the holiday spirit for me is to watch or think about watching Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas. In honor of that I offer my pattern to make a crocheted version of Zero.

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**Note** the original base pattern for this item belongs to Knitted Toy Box and is offered for free so they get full credit. I modified the pattern to be a crochet format rather than knitted and added a few additions but because the core of the project is not mine I will not sell the pattern. It just doesn’t seem right to me.

So here it is:

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn or any type but be sure that the weight of all colors used is the same
Size I (5.50mm) crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Toy Stuffing

Gauge: Not really important in this project

Design Notes: This pattern is worked flat then seamed it is not worked in rounds

This pattern has not really been tested other than by me so please let me know if you have any questions or find any errors at meg-ann@yarnydoom.com

Directions:

Body

Chain 2 – 2 sc in the second chain from the hook
2. and every even row - Sc straight
3. 2 Sc in each stitch (4 sts)
5. inc, Sc in the next 2, inc (6 sts)
7. inc, Sc in the next 4, inc (8 sts)
9. inc, Sc in the next 6, inc (10 sts)
11. inc, Sc in the next 8, inc (12 sts)
13. inc, Sc in the next 10, inc (14 sts)
15. inc, Sc in the next 12, inc (16 sts)

Finish off

Repeat steps 1-15 without finishing then continue below

16. Sc straight attaching the additional point to the end of the row (32 sts)
17 – 23 Sc straight (32 sts)
24. dec, Sc until last 2 st, dec (30sts)
25. Sc straight
26. Repeat rows 24-25 until 10 sts remain (22 rows all together)
48. dec 5 times (5 sts)
49 – 51. Sc straight
52 . dec, sc, dec (3 sts)
53 -56. Sc straight
57. dec, sc (2 sts)
58 – 61. Sc straight
62. dec last 2 stitches together (1 st)
63 – 65. Sc straight

Finish off

**Suggestion on sc with short rows: If you chain 1 at the turn you can then do your sc in the chain one bump at the end of the row and make the line straighter **

Head

Ch 2. 2 Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook (or magic loop)
1. inc 2x (4 sts)
2. Sc Straight
3. inc in each stitch (4x) (8 sts)
4 – 23. Sc Straight (19 rows)
24. *sc in the next 2, inc* repeat 2 times, sc 2 (10 sts)
25. Sc Straight
26. *sc in next 2, inc*repeat 3 times, sc (13 sts)
27. Sc Straight
28. *sc in next 3, inc* repeat 3 times, sc (16 sts)
29. Sc Straight
30. *sc , inc* repeat 8 times (24 sts)
31. Sc Straight
32. *sc in next 4, inc* repeat 4 times, sc 4 (28 sts)
33 -35. Sc Straight 3 rows
36. *sc in next 4, dec* repeat 4 times, sc 4 (24 sts)
37. Sc Straight
38. *sc in next 2, dec* repeat 6 times (18 sts)
39. Sc Straight
40. *sc, dec* repeat 6 times (12 sts)
41. Sc Straight
42. *dec* repeat 6 times (6 sts)
43. Sc Straight

Cut a tail of yarn approx 6” and use a needle to pull through the remaining stitches and pull tightly. Use the yarn tail to start joining all row ends using mattress stitch until half way down the head. Stuff the ball of the head and then continue to mattress stitch the row ends right up to the chain row and then stuff the rest of the head/nose. Pull the yarn through the first 2 sc and fasten off and then weave in the ends.

Ears ( make 2)

Chain 7, sc in the second chain till the end (6 sts)
1 – 19. Sc Straight for 19 rows
20. *dec* 3 times (3 sts)
21 – 23. Sc Straight

Cut a tail in the yarn approx 5” long and use a yarn needle to pull through the end sc to make a point. Use the remaining yarn tail to join the row ends up until the cast on stitches, and then sew onto the head.

Nose **this item worked in rounds**
2 sc in magic loop
1. Increase all stitches (4 sts)
2. Inc, sc, inc, sc (6 sts)
3. inc, sc in next 2, inc, sc 2 (8 sts)
4 .Sc Straight
5. dec, sc in next 2, dec, sc 2 (6 sts)
6. dec, sc, dec, sc (4 sts)
7. *dec* times 2 (2 st)

Finish off. You can stuff the nose if you would like to I did not find a need for it. Embroider a small pumpkin face on the nose and attach. (attach a stem if you would like using a smaller hook and chain 4 sl down the back of the chain and add to the top of the pumpkin)

Lower Jaw (make 2 one in white and one black)
Ch 2, 1 sc in 2nd chain(1 st)
1 – 3. Sc Straight
4. sc 3x in the one stitch (3 sts)
5 -7. Sc Straight
8. inc, sc, inc (5 sts)
9 – 10.Sc Straight
11. inc, sc in next 3, inc (7 sts)
12 – 13. Sc Straight
14. inc, sc in next 5, inc (9 sts)
15. Sc Straight

Finish off

Underbelly
Ch 9, Sc in second chain from the hook till the end (8 sts)
1. Sc straight
2. Sc, inc, sc in next 4, inc, sc (10 sts)
3. Sc Straight
4. Sc, inc, sc in next 6, inc, sc (12)
5 – 13 . Sc Straight
14. sc, dec, sc in next 6, dec, sc (10 sts)
15. Sc Straight
16. sc, dec, sc in next 4, dec, sc (8 sts)
17. Sc Straight
18. sc, dec, sc in next 2, dec, sc (6 sts)
19. Sc Straight

Finish Off

Finishing:

Stitch the Underbelly to the body about 2 rows back from where you joined the point in the front at row 16. Stuff before finishing and weaving ends in. Attach head to body at roughly the same position as underbelly on the top side. To attach the lower jaw place the black section on top of the white and stitch together with white around the outside edge then attach to the bottom of the head out from the neck in a position that looks comfortable. Ears attach to the back of the head. You can use felt circles for eyes or embroider then or use the following pattern for simple black circles and attach those

Eyes (see notes above optional)

6 sc in magic loop in next round *sc, inc* till the end then finish off leaving tail to attach it to the head

Here is a PDF copy of the pattern if you would rather – Zero the Ghost Dog crochet.pdf

As always Have fun, Give credit where credit is due, Let me know if you have any issues with it and I will get it corrected, and please don’t sell the pattern as I haven’t either. I hope you enjoy it. Feel free to post the finished items either on here or the Ravelry page for the pattern. I look forward to seeing them – till then back to the yarn with me

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Free Pattern – Cthuthlu Fingerless Gloves

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Meg-Ann

Cthulhu Fingerless Gloves

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn or any type but be sure that the weight of both colors used is the same
Size I (5.50mm) crochet hook
Tapestry needle

Gauge: Not really tested at the time but can be scaled as needed see below

Design Notes: This is my first pattern and has not really been tested please let me know if you have any questions or find any errors at meg-ann@yarnydoom.com

Directions:

This pattern is worked flat with inlay colors it is then stitched up the side leaving a space for the thumb. For more information on how to inlay colors or carry colors please refer to http://crochet.about.com/library/weekly/aa041203b.htm or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7MeXJCd2jc

Ch 30 to 35 stitches depending on size needed – *to determine size wrap the crochet chain around your hand just below the edge of your pinkie not including your thumb. The chain should fit comfortably around your hand but not too loose. * This row is considered the top of both gloves as it will not stretch as much as the cuff.

Note: You will want to leave a longer tail for finishing on the foundation chain

Row 1 – alternating sc and dc till the end of the row

Row 2- alternate sc and dc for this row as well (in each sc do 1 dc and in each dc do 1 sc)

Row 3 – repeat pattern

Row 4 – straight sc

Row 5 – here is where you begin the chart starting from the top down to make them as shown above you can reverse it for the pattern to show the other way if you would like.

For one side count 5 stitches from the end and start the pattern from left to right
For the other side count 20 stitches from the end and place marker crochet straight till reaching the marker and then start the pattern so you should finish it 5 stitches from the end of the row

The pattern continues for the 20 rows as shown

grid

Row 26 – straight sc

Row 27 to 30 – start the same pattern as Row 1 and continue for 3 rows then finish off leaving a long tail for sewing

Finishing:

Place the glove around your hand with the seam on the thumb side and mark where it is comfortable for you to have your thumb at the top and bottom. Using the tail from the foundation chain sew the glove closed to the first marker and weave in the tail. Then from the bottom sew in the other direction till you reach the second marker knot and weave in the tail. You should have the side seam with an opening for your thumb.

Here is a copy in a printable format (Cthulhu Fingerless Gloves) if you would rather. Please give me credit for the work and do not resell them.

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Babies, Babies, Babies

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Meg-Ann

I have been all about the baby crafts lately with the impending birth of my little sisters first child Hunter James. Also a friend of mine has just had a baby boy as well named RJ. Today I offer two of the items that I have made and the utmost thanks to the FANTASTIC model that we have in RJ.

So first we will start with the Pumpkin Hat.

Now this one was made so that he could go trick or treating with his new brothers and not be cold. I found the pattern where I normally do on Ravelry and if you would like to make it for your own little pumpkin the link to it is here. I do love the fact that baby items work up so very quickly means that I can make 2 in the same time that it would take for a adult version of the same project.

Next we have the Aviator Hat:

This one I was looking for something special to make for Hunter to come home in. Channeling my inner Steampunk I though about a pilots hat. Ravelry again graced me with exactly what I was looking for but before I purchased it I had to call my sister to see what her opinion would be of it. I would hate to have made it and her say “I will never let him wear that it’s dumb” or something. Turns out that a few days before her and her boyfriend were in the baby store looking at a tiny bomber jacket that they had to buy as the cutest and coolest thing they had seen for their soon to be new addition. At that point there was no contest I had to make the Aviator hat. RJ gets the benefits of me working out the pattern correctly and he is a wonderful model for it.

I am so happy that my friends indulge me and really do love what I make for them. I really think that everyone should consider a craft element in their gift giving. Nothing shows someone that they matter to you like something that you make yourself. Even if you are just learning the person you give it to knows that you were thinking of them when you made it.

On that note next time holiday crafts must get done so back to the yarn with me

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How Time Flies..

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Meg-Ann

So it appears that I have not posted here in quite a while. The standard answer of “Life got in the way” just does not seem to cut it for me. Mostly what happened was I was sick for a whole week and that threw me off my posting. So this one will be a large post as I have lots to talk about.

First thing is the swaps that I participated in came through and I received such FANTASTIC presents from my swap partners. The first was from the Creepy Cute Crochet swap. My partner Yaney is from Singapore and sent me a great swap set up as a wedding invitation. She sent the Groom and now all I have to do is make him a Bride and Gummy Cola Bottles which are one of my favorites. Here are the pictures:

Next we have the Circus Swap which I received a package from carolinecraftz from the UK. As you recall (hopefully) I posted Ollie the Elephant it was his brother that I shipped over to the UK as part of the swap. I received in return a Pumpkin and a Clown along with yarn of course and some candies from across the pond that I can’t get here. And I have some pictures of this one too:

After that we have the section on conversion of patterns. Normally converting a knitting pattern to a crochet pattern varies drastically. We talked about it a bit with the Pig in a Wig pattern where the pig pattern was converted by keeping the stitch counts but completely omitting the purl rows when making it. Just in time for Halloween I have worked out Zero from Nightmare Before Christmas.

Now this pattern I found on Ravelry was a knitted pattern and he came out very cute that way as you can see. But I was not completely pleased with the results. As I am better at crochet that I am knitting I felt that if I could work out how to modify the pattern to be more like the actual character I would capture him a bit better.

Here is the modified version:

Notice the addition of a Lower Jaw and the Pumpkin face on the nose along with the fact that he is considerably larger in this version. What you can’t see is I also added an additional tummy section to give him some structure. I have tried to contact the original writer of the pattern to get permission to post my modified version so that I can give credit where it is due. Once I have permission I will definitely post it here for all of you

Now after all that I have a few more projects in the works for my Halloween post so back to the yarn with me!

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Pattern Modification And The Cute Couple

Free Crochet Pattern – 3D Glasses Sleep Mask

First Round Completed

Nerd Wars!

#11in11 Project

Start of a New Year… Time for new patterns

Free Crochet Pattern – Zero the Ghost Dog

Free Pattern – Cthuthlu Fingerless Gloves

Babies, Babies, Babies

How Time Flies..

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