Yippee, Annie's Attic Animal Amigurumi Book is Available!

Can't help it...I think it's adorable! The new Annie's Attic Leaflet is available.

Available in hard copy and as a PDF download from Annie's.

Includes : elephant, teddy bear for hugs, giraffe, monkey, sweet bunny, dog, cat, hippo.

http://www.anniescatalog.com/new/detail.html?prod_id=98393&cat_id=116

Free Pattern Time

How about a new free pattern? A sweet little elephant thinking about Valentine's Day (I know we barely have our Christmas decorations put away).

Hope you like him, you can get a copy Teri's blog, or get a PDF download from Ravelry or Craftsy.

Happy crocheting,

Thread Jointing, Help with those arms and legs

Need a little help putting those arms and legs on your softie? I just added a new You Tube Video titled Thread Jointing.

So...keep in mind, I'm not very good at this video making thing (obviously), of course I have some excuses, it was early and my iPhone is tiny (aren't they all). Sometimes seeing something done is easier then reading, so I hope the video helps a little. Happy Crocheting.

New Dolly Crochet Pattern

Sweet Fun and So Cute. This huggable dolly is approx. 20 inches tall from the top of her head to the bottom of her feet. Made with medium worsted weight yarn and a size G crochet hook. Pattern includes instructions for doll, attached shoes, socks, skirt, shirt and oh so fun hair.

So Cute Dolly Crochet Pattern

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Cold Winter Nights and Snuggly Blankets

It's that time of year again. Time to grab your favorite blanket, a cup of coffee, put on your old slippers, sit in your favorite chair and crochet or knit something warm and cozy.

Well, I'm on a blanket kick at my house and since some of you have been asking about the monkey pattern (no longer available directly from me because it's going to be in a Annie's Attic Leaflet with several other pattern in February, yippee),  I thought it might be nice to make a Monkey Huggy Blanket. Hope you like it.  Keep warm and speedy needles and hooks to you if you are making someone a special gift.

New Monkey Huggy Blanket Pattern

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Oh So Sweet, New Bunny Huggy Blanket Pattern

Guess what...I'm finished with a new "oh so sweet" pattern.

 Bunny Huggy Blanket

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

New Loving Snow Set for So Cute Baby Doll

Holidays usually mean lots of pictures so baby has to look good. New "So Cute Baby, Loving Snow Set" includes written instructions for vest, dress, snowflake applique, snowman booties, socks and Mary Jane Style Shoes. Note, the pants and shirt shown are from "So Cute Baby Play Wear" and the snowman hat is available here on the blog for free.

Happy crocheting!

So Cute Baby Loving Snow Set

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Free Snowman Cocoon and Hat for So Cute Baby

It's getting chilly here in Illinois and it's time to pull out those winter hats and mittens. Keep baby warm (and cute) with a snowman cocoon and hat. This fun set works up quickly using the basic cocoon and teddy bear hat pattern with just a few changes here and there to turn it into snowman wear.

So Cute Baby Snowman Cocoon and Hat
crochet pattern by Teri Crews Designs
Materials:
~Worsted Weight Yarn
2 oz white, 1 oz black, small amount of green, small amount of orange (sample made with "Impeccable" Yarn from Micheal's
~size I and size G crochet hook
~tapestry needle
~fiberfill
Finished measurements: fits So Cute Baby by Teri Crews
Abbreviations and Stitches Used:
ch=chain fo=fasten off hdc=half double crochet
rnd= round sc=single crochet sl st = slip stitch
st(s)=stitch or stitches 2sctog = sc 2 stitches together dc= double crochet
yo = yarn over ( ) or [ ] = repeat enclosed, number of times indicated after
reverse sc= sc in stitch to the right of last sc, instead of to the left
Notes and Tips:
Helpful to read these before starting and maybe even again when it's time to put your softie together
~Do not join pieces that are crocheted in the round unless otherwise indicated in each individual pattern piece
~A stitch marker will come in handy when repeating rounds or another helpful way to keep track of your rounds is to, start all pieces with a long tail, pull the tail through the beginning stitch of each round.
~Important, because your cute baby is small and has lots of little pieces, please never give him or her to a small child or baby.
Cocoon
with worsted weight white yarn and I hook (note, you will be joining rounds with sl st in top of beg ch 3)
1: ch 48, being careful not to twist, join with a sl st to form a ring, ch 3, dc in each ch, join with a sl st in top of beg ch 3
2-3: ch 3, dc in each dc
4: ch 3, dc in each of the next 5, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 6, dc2tog) around (42)
5: ch 3, dc in each dc
6: ch 3, dc in each of the next 4, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 5, dc2tog) around (36)
7-12: ch 3, dc in each dc, (36)
13: ch 3, dc in each of the next 3, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 4, dc2tog) around (30)
14: ch 3, dc in each dc (30)
15: ch 3, dc in each of the next 3, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 3, dc2tog) around (24)
16-18: ch 3, dc in each dc (24)
19: ch 3, dc in next dc, dc2tog, (dc in each of the next 2, dc2tog) around (18)
20: ch 3, dc in each dc, join last round with sl st. FO, leave a long tail. Weave in beginning yarn. Thread tapestry needle with ending yarn, weave through remaining stitches from round 20, pull tight to close. Leave top open.
Cocoon Edge
with white yarn and I hook
1: join yarn with sl st in any st, sc in same st, ch 3, sc in each of the next 3 sts, (ch 3, sc in each of the next 3 sts) around, join with sl st, FO, weave in ends
Cocoon Circles/Coal
with black and I hook
1: ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)
2: 2 sc in each sc (12)
3: (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next) around, join last st with sl st, (18) FO, leave long tail for sewing. Weave in beginning tail
Snowman Hat
with white worsted weight yarn and I hook
1: ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)
2: 2 sc in each sc (12)
3: (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc ) around (18)
4: (sc in each of the next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc) around (24)
5: (sc in each of the next 3, 2 sc in next) around (30)
6: (sc in each of the next 4, 2 sc in next) around (36)
7-14: sc in each sc, join last st with sl st, FO, weave in ends
Snowman Eyes (make 2)
with black and G hook
1: ch 2, 4 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join with sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing, weave in beginning end
Snowman Nose
with orange and G hook
1: ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch, FO, leave a long tail for sewing, weave in beginning end
Snowman Mouth
separate yarn into 2 ply, thread tapestry needle and sew mouth with tiny back stitches

So Cute Baby Winter Wear Set

Keep baby warm. So Cute Baby Winter Wear Set includes instructions for coat with hood, overalls, boots and bunny mittens.

So Cute Baby Winter Wear Set

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

So Cute Baby Play Wear Set

Here is baby's first clothing set.

Play Wear includes instructions for pants, t-shirt with tree applique, newsboy cap, optional flower and tennis shoes.

So Cute Baby Play Wear Set

Available now through Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

What's In The Making This Week

So Cute Baby clothes and accessories are in the making. Sorry, the patterns are not ready to share yet, but they will be soon.

How about a little hint of what's in the making? A Winter Set (which will include a coat, overalls, boots and mittens) along with a Every Day Set (will include t-shirt, pants, tennis shoes and hat). I'll be sure to post them as soon as they are ready.

Also be sure to check the blog for some free baby accessories.

So Cute Baby Doll Has Arrived

I'm thrilled to announce the arrival of my newest pattern. So Cute Baby

Made with worsted weight yarn and a size G crochet hook, baby is 15 inches long from head to toe. Pattern includes instructions for baby with attached diaper, first shirt, booties, cocoon, hat and toy teddy bear.

Freebies for baby coming soon 

as well as new clothes and accessories.    

Newest Crochet Pattern, So Cute Baby

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

New Crochet Pattern, Simply Cute Reindeer

It might seem soon, but you need time to get ready and yes...it will be here before you know it.

Newest Crochet Pattern, Simply Cute Reindeer

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

A Cute Cow At Last

Several of you have asked about a cow. I'm thrilled to announce she's ready to meet you. Not sure why a cow took me so long (especially since there are lots of cows lounging in my kitchen).

Newest Crochet Pattern, Cute Cow

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy

Love those bears. New Polar Bear Crochet Pattern

Can't help it. Love them. Especially polar bears. I was lucky enough to see two polar bears this month while visiting my son in New Mexico. They didn't have cute hats of course.

Newest Pattern, Cute Polar Bear

Available now through my Website, Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy