FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Monster/Alien Stuffed Toy Amigurumi

October 28, 2022 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Costume Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: alien, amigurumi, basic, beginner, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, monster, pattern, plushie, snuggle buddy, stitch, stuffed plushie, stuffed toy, teach, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

It’s that time of year again! Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. Every year, we try to create something unique and fun to share here on YARNutopia. This year is no exception, and we have decided on some friendly monster costumes.

For my costume I just made a monster amigurumi doll and wore a pink and purple outfit to tie it all together.

In recent years, it has been difficult to find the time to make elaborate plans for costumes and not be able to get them done. I’ve scaled down quite a bit, but still like to make sure that I’ve included crochet in each costume. I hope you enjoy our monster costumes and keep coming back each year to see more!

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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch Premium in the color Goldmine (1 ball)
–Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch Anti Pilling in the color Ecru (less than 25 yards needed)
–Lion Brand Yarn 24/7 Cotton in White and Black (less than 50 yards each needed)
–Size G4.25mm Crochet Hook and F-3.75mm crochet hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-The measurements of this amigurumi are 16 inches tall and about 6 inches wide
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the yarn I used in this project.
-The components to this pattern are: Body and head worked as one piece, 2 horns, Outer eye, Inner eye, 2 Arms, 4 Legs, and an embroidered mouth with teeth.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Body

With Goldmine (tan colored yarn) and G-4.25mm crochet hook
Work in continuous rounds for all the pieces in this project.

Ch 24

Rnd 1: 2 SC in 2nd ch from hook, 1 SC in each of the next chs across, put 3 SC in last ch, continue to SC along the opposite side of the foundation ch, SC across, put 1 SC in the first st where you put 2 SC in. (48)

Rnds 2-30: SC in each st around. (48)

Rnd 31: [SC2TOG, SC in next 6 sts] 6 times. (42)

Rnd 32: [SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnd 33: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnd 34: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24)

Start stuffing the body.

Rnd 35: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)

Start increasing for the head.

Rnd 36: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 37: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnd 38: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnd 39: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)

Rnd 40: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 6 sts] 6 times. (48)

Rnds 41-55: SC in each st around. (48)

Rnd 56: [SC2TOG, SC in next 6 sts] 6 times. (42)

Rnd 57: [SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnd 58: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (30)

At this point I paused production of this piece and moved on to work on the embellishments (arms, legs, eye etc) so that it would be easier to sew to the body and head without it being stuffed completely closed and sewn shut. (you can sew your pieces on your monster however you are comfortable with)

Rnd 59: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24)

Start stuffing the neck part and head

Rnd 60: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 61: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)

finish stuffing the body and head piece.

Rnd 62: [SC2TOG]6 times. (6)

SC 1st and 4th sts together, fasten off, weave in ends.

Horns: Make 2

Using Ecru colored yarn and F-3.75mm crochet hook
Work in continuous Rounds

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (4)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts around. (5)

Rnds 3-7: Repeat Rnd 2
You should have 10 sts around at the end of Rnd 7.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Inner Eye

With Black yarn and F-3.75mm crochet hook
Work in continuous rounds

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Outer Eye

With White yarn and F–3.75mm crochet hook
Work in continuous rounds

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnd 7: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)

Arms: Make 2

With Goldmine (tan colored) yarn and F-3.75mm crochet hook
Work in continuous rounds

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnds 3-20: SC in each st around. (12)
Fasten off after round 20 with a long tail for sewing.

Legs: Make 4

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnds 5-8: SC in each st around. (24)

Rnd 9: [SC2TOG] 6 times, SC in last 12 sts. (18)

Rnd 10: [SC2TOG] 3 times, SC in next 6 sts, [SC2TOG] twice. (12)

Rnds 11-22: SC in each st around.
You can make these legs as long or as short as you want by continuing to create more rounds.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly Step:

Sew all 4 legs to bottom of body, Sew arms to each side, Sew black part of eye to the white part of the eye, add a fleck of white into the black part of the eye, then sew the white part of the eye to the head. Embroider a mouth with teeth with black yarn on the face. Sew horns to the top of the head (I did this part last when I was finished decreasing the stitches at the top of the head), Optional: Surface crochet a line up the center of the body with the same color yarn as the body (see photos for reference)

Weave in all ends. Enjoy!

This post contains affiliate links, which I may be compensated for when you make a purchase. That means if you click on any link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed. Thank you for all your support in clicking the links in my blog!! You all are so amazing!! ~Nadia

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Sloth Lovey

February 14, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, blankey, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, infant, learn, love, lovey, pattern, red heart yarns, security blanket, sloth, slow, stitch, teach, tutorial, valentine, valentine's day, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

I’m taking it “slow” this morning as I finish wrapping up our Valentine’s puns! I really enjoyed “hanging” with you these past two weeks sharing my projects. I really love it “a sloth.” Now that this series is over I can take a little time to “relax” maybe even have a cuppa “slothee.” Maybe be a little “anti-sloth-al” for a day or two and enjoy Valentine’s with this sweet boy. He will be just “hanging out” with his mama all day. I am not trying to get all “philo-sloth-ical,” but this has been a very “sloth-some” experience to really help me “move slowly” back to a regular crochet schedule. Up until recently, I have been in total “sloth-mode”. Thanks for being so “sloth-ful” and kind everybody! Enjoy the final Punny Valentine! Nadia, Nate, and Nas

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this lovey:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in Black, White, Cafe Latte, Charcoal
–Red Heart Yarns Hygge in Latte
–Polyfil
–Safety Eyes
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook and Size I-5.50mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-The Lovey Square measures 18 inches across, but you can make it as long/wide as you want

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Sloth Lovey

February 14, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: amigurumi, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, child, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, infant, learn, love, lovey, pattern, red heart yarns, security, security blanket, sloth, sloth lovey, stitch, teach, toy, tutorial, valentine, valentine's day, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

Nadia, Nate, and Nas

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in Black, White, Cafe Latte, Charcoal, Denim
–Red Heart Yarns Hygge in Latte
–Polyfil
–Safety Eyes
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook and Size I-5.50mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-The Lovey Square measures 18 inches across, but you can make it as long/wide as you want

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Sloth Lovey

Granny Square:

Using White and Denim Yarn
Use I-5.50mm Crochet Hook

Ch 3
Rnd 1: 3 DC in 3rd Ch from hook, Ch 2, [3 DC in the same ch as first 3 DC, Ch 2] 3 more times, Sl st to first DC, Turn.

Rnd 2: Sl st into Ch 2 corner sp, Ch 3, DC in same corner, Ch 2, 2 more DC in same corner, *DC in each st until you get to next corner, [2DC, Ch 2, 2DC] in next ch 2 corner sp, Repeat From * around, sl st to first Ch 3 st, (Fasten off color, change color every 2 rows). Turn work.

Rnd 3: In any corner, Ch 3 (counts as DC), [DC, Ch 2, 2 DC] in same corner sp, *DC in each st until you get to next corner, [2DC, Ch 2, 2DC] in next corner sp, Repeat from * around, sl st to first Ch 3 st, Turn.

Rnd 4: Ch 3, *DC in each st until you get to next corner, [2DC, Ch 2, 2 DC] in next corner sp, Repeat from * around, Sl st to first Ch 3 st. Turn. Fasten off color. Change color.

Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until your square is as large as you want it to be, I ended on Round 16.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Head:

Use I-5.50mm Crochet Hook

Holding 2 strands of yarn at the same time, use Hygge in Latte and Red Heart Super Saver in Cafe Latte

Ch 2 (work on continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnds 6-12: SC in each st around. (30)

Rnd 13: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 14: SC in each st around. (24)

Rnd 15: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 16: SC in each st around. (18)

Stuff the head with polyfil before going onto the next round.

Rnd 17: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)

Rnd 18: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)

Fasten off with long strand for sewing

Arms:

Use I-5.50mm Crochet Hook

Holding 2 strands of yarn at the same time, use Hygge in Latte and Red Heart Super Saver in Cafe Latte

Ch 2 (work on continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnds 3-12: SC in each st around. (12)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Fingers:

Make 2 with G-4.25mm crochet hook and Charcoal Yarn

Row 1: Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd Ch and each ch across, Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd Ch from hook and next 4 chs, Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd Ch from hook and next 4 chs. Fasten off with long tail for sewing. (Shape your claws to curl, and sew them to the end of the arm–see video tutorial for visual instructions)

Face Backing:

With White, Use G-4.25mm crochet hook

Ch 6,

Row 1: SC in 2nd ch and each ch across, Ch 1, turn. (5)

Row 2: SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 3: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until last st, put 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (7)

Row 4: SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 5: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until last st, put 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (9)

Row 6: SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 7: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until last st, put 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (11)

Row 8: SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 9: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until last st, put 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (13)

Row 10: SC in each st across, continue to SC around entire piece. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Antenna:

With Charcoal, Use G-4.25mm crochet hook

Make 2

Ch 5

Row 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next ch, HDC in next ch, DC in last ch, Turn, SC around entire Piece.

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Embroider Black Dots for eyes or use Safety Eyes.

Assembly: Sew The white part to the head, then sew the eyes on the face, then embroider the nose and mouth. Sew the head to the lovey square, then stuff and sew the arms to the lovey. Sew the fingers to the ends of the arms if you haven’t done that yet. Weave in all your ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Yarnspirations

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Alien Puppet

February 12, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: alien, alien puppet, aliens, basic, beginner, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, hand puppet, handmade, how to, how to crochet, imagination, learn, outer space, pattern, puppet, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

It feels like I have traveled the “universe” to find projects that are “out of this world”! I feel “over the moon” to add my One-Eyed Alien Hand Puppet to the mix! I try to be “down to earth” and find projects that appeal to all. This series has seen “galactic” popularity, but it is a big “comet-ment!” I just had to “space” them out just right. I don’t know anyone in the “galaxy” who likes puns as much as I do, so I had to “planet” out weeks in advance. The “sky is the limit” and I “moon” over the ideas for days. I do this because all of you are so “space-ial.” You think these puns are “solar-ious” and that inspires me to “meteor” expectations. I always knew it was “written in the stars” to do this and you all helped “rocket” my success. I do understand the “gravity” of this job. “Saturn” that frown upside down and enjoy today’s punny Valentine project. Disclaimer: I hope no one will “comet me” for the amount of puns in this caption that cause you to roll your eyes! Ha!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this puppet:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in Black, White, Spring Green, Purple
–Safety Eyes
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This puppet measures 10 inches tall when finished.

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Cow Amigurumi

February 8, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi Tags: animal, animals, basic, beginner, character, cheese, cow, cows, crochet, crochet farm animals, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, dairy, farm, farm animals, fashion, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, milk, moo, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

ly” hard to stop! I try to “beef” these up year after year, I try to “cow-culate” the best projects to deliver the best captions. It’s not easy, but if you don’t like them, I try not to cry over spilled “milk” and “moooo-ve” onto the next! I think this little cow is going to be “legen-dairy.” All I know is with this project, the “steaks” have been raised! “Holy Cow” I think you have “herd” enough.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this Cow:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in Black, White, Gold, Pink
–Safety Eyes
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This cow measures 8 inches tall when finished.

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Cow Amigurumi

February 8, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: amigurumi, animals, basic, beginner, character, cow, cows, crochet, crochet farm animals, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, farm animal, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, moo, pattern, plush, plushie, red heart yarns, stitch, stuffed animal, teach, toy, tutorial, valentine, valentines, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I feel like I am having a “Deja-Moo” from last year creating all of the corniest puns. I get so “a-moos-d” making these captions. I am trying hard to not push “pasture” tolerance of ridiculousness, but you know I am here to “bull-doze” you over with too many puns. Once I get started, it’s “udder-ly” hard to stop! I try to “beef” these up year after year, I try to “cow-culate” the best projects to deliver the best captions. It’s not easy, but if you don’t like them, I try not to cry over spilled “milk” and “moooo-ve” onto the next! I think this little cow is going to be “legen-dairy.” All I know is with this project, the “steaks” have been raised! “Holy Cow” I think you have “herd” enough.

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This cow measures 8 inches tall when finished.

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Cow Amigurumi

Body:

With White

Ch 2 (work on continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnds 7-21: SC in each st around. (36)

Rnd 22: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnd 23: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 24: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 25: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing

Head:

With White

Ch 2 (work on continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnds 6-15: SC in each st around. (30)

Rnd 16: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 17: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 18: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing

Legs:

Make 4
With Black

Ch 2 (work on continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12) Fasten off black and change color to white.

Rnd 3: Attach White yarn to any stitch and SC in each st around. (12)

Rnds 4-15: SC in each st around with white.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Stuff legs and sew them to the body.

Spots:

Make 4 or 5 with Black yarn.

Ch 2 (work on continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12) Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Sew spots to body.

Ears:

Make 2 with Black

Ch 2 (work in continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (4)

Rnd 2: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] twice. (6)

Rnd 3: SC in each st around. (6)

Rnd 4: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnds 5-6: SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 7: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)

Rnd 8: SC in each st around. (6)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Snout:

With Pink

Ch 2, (work in continuous Rounds)

Ch 9

Rnd 1: SC in 2nd Ch from the hook and across, put 3 SC in last Ch and continue working on opposite side of foundation chain, SC in each st across the bottom of foundation chain, Put 2 SC in last st. (18)

(See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Rnds 2-4: SC in each st around. (18)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Embroider Nostrils with black yarn on snout

Nosering (optional)

With Gold, Ch 11
Fasten off with tail for sewing.
Sew nose ring to each nostril.

Sew Snout to Head

Use Safety Eyes for the eye or embroider the eyes. (DISCLAIMER: If children are playing with this amigurumi, be sure to supervise if you are using safety eyes. Small parts are a hazard for choking.)

Udders:

With Pink, (work in continuous Rounds)

Ch 2 (work on continuous Rounds)

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Udders Second Part: Make 4 in pink.

Work in continuous Rounds.

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (4)

Rnds 2-3: SC in each st around. (4)

Fasten off with tail for sewing.

Sew each of the four udders to the base, then sew that to the cow body (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Assembly: Stuff the head, body, Snout, Legs and sew all the pieces together using the video tutorial or photos as a guide on where everything should go, Weave in all your ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Yarnspirations

Crochet Baby Toys Round-Up

August 16, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Baby Items, Blog Posts, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects 1 Comment

Oooh I’m all about the baby toys right now and that has brought me to compiling a round-up blog for some of my favorite patterns!! You are guaranteed to find something in this blog post that will brighten up any nursery, please any mama or mama-to-be, be perfect for gift giving, and bring so much joy to the little ones they are made for! Let’s check out all the toys!

In this collection, you will find fabulous teether toys, loveys, and different amigurumi toys that can be turned into rattles as well! Some of these are just too cute for words!

Click on the links or on the photos to go to the pattern for each toy! Enjoy!

Rainbow Baby Bunny Lovie Crochet Pattern by Posh Pooch Designs

Spike the T-Rex Dinosaur Amigurumi by YARNutopia

Sleeping Kitty Lovey by Underground Crafter

Star Ring Rattle Teething Toy by YARNutopia

Bubbles and Goldfish Teether Crochet Pattern by One Dog Woof

Hedgehog Taggie Baby Toy Crochet Pattern by One Dog Woof

Crochet Fox Rattle by Crochet 365 Knit Too

Crochet Hippo Rattle by Crochet 365 Knit Too

Crochet Cow Rattle by Crochet 365 Knit Too

Soft and Stackable Bricks – Free Crochet Pattern by Nicki’s Homemade Crafts

C2C Boxy Bunny Amigurumi – Free Crochet Pattern by Loopingly Made

Crochet Lovey Blanket – A Bunny to Love by Crochet 365 Knit Too

Mini Square Bunny Lovey by YARNutopia

Velvet Bunny Lovey by Crochet for You

Crochet Heart Teddy Amigurumi by Loopingly Made

Crochet Unicorn Lovey by Meladora’s Creations

Caterpillar Lovey by YARNutopia

Butterfly Lovey by YARNutopia

Beautiful Ducklings by Blackstone Designs

Happy Hubert the Hippo Pillow by YARNutopia

Frederick the Misfit Monster Toy by YARNutopia

Crochet Tutorial: Otter Amigurumi

February 14, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: amigurumi, animal, animals, basic, beginner, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, otter, otters, pun, punny, red heart yarns, softie, softies, stuffed, swimming, teach, toy, toys, tutorial, valentine, valentine's day, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia, zoo animal 2 Comments

Another year of *playful* Punny Valentine’s have come to an end! These have been truly *otter* this world, and I hope they left you like you are *swimming* in love and happiness! I always try to do my best *otter-wise* it defeats the purpose of doing these. No time to get *laid back* over these projects! No way! Especially since I do this to express how I feel about my significant *otter,* Nate! So, if you are so inclined, *paddle* your *tail* over to my blog later this afternoon to find this free pattern just for you!! Happy Valentine’s Day, EVERYONE! Thank you for being *OTTER-LY* amazing. Now I am going back to listening to Adele, you know the song “Hello, from the *otter* side,” yeah, that’s the one! 😉 Ok, now I’m getting *otter* here!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in Warm Brown and Cafe Latte
–Polyfil
-F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Body
Work in continuous rounds
With Cafe Latte
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnds 7-25: SC in each st around. (36)
Do not fasten off, continue working the first leg.
Rnd 26: SC in 6 sts, SC in the last 6 sts of Rnd 25 (See video tutorial for visual instructions) (12 sts)
Rnds 27-30: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 31: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
SC first and 4th sts together. Fasten off, weave in end.
Go back to Round 25, and skip 6 sts from leg just made.
Attach yarn to next st
Ch 1
Rnd 26: SC in 12 sts. (12)
Work in continuous rounds
Rnds 27-30: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 31: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
SC first and 4th sts together. Fasten off, weave in end.
Second leg made.
Leave the middle hole open until the very end.
Go onto making the embellishments first.

Ears:
Make 2 in Cafe Latte
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 2 times. (8)
Rnds 3-4: SC in each st around. (8)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Flatten and sew ears to top of main piece, weave in ends.

Arms:
Make 2
Work in continuous rounds
With Cafe Latte
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnds 3-6: SC in each st around. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Stuff arms and sew to each side of main piece. Weave in all ends.

Tail:
Work in continuous rounds
With Cafe Latte
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: SC in each st around. (6)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 3 times. (9)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 3 times. (12)
Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnds 6-8: SC in each st around. (18)
Rnd 9: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Rnds 10-14: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 15: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Rnd 16: SC in each st around. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Flatten tail and sew to the backside of the otter body.

Tummy:
With Warm Brown
Work in continuous rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Face:
With Warm Brown
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook, Sl st to first SC. (6)
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (Counts as DC), DC in same st, [HDC, SC] in next st, [SC, HDC] in next st, 2 DC in next st, [HDC, SC] in next st, [SC, HDC] in last st, sl st to ch 3 st.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 HDC in first st and next st, HDC in next 4 sts, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, HDC in last 4 sts, sl st to first HDC. (16)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, 2 HDC in first 4 sts, HDC in next 4 sts, 2 HDC in next 4 sts, HDC in last 4 sts, sl st to first HDC. (24)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Embroider eyes, nose and mouth of the face piece. Sew face piece and tummy piece to body of otter.
Weave in all ends.
Once all your pieces are attached to the otter body, stuff the body from the center bottom that was opened.
Sew up the bottom hole (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Bunch of Grapes Amigurumi

February 13, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, kitchen, Video Tutorial Tags: amigurumi, basic, beginner, bunch, bunches, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, food, foodie, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fruit, fruity, grapes, handmade, how to, how to crochet, kitchen, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, toy, toys, tutorial, video, video tutorial, vine, wine, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I’m “grape-ful” that we are about to wind down another year of puns! Everyone has done a “grape” job with sharing even more puns and projects along the way. I think we all did a whole “bunch” for “raisin” awareness how punny Valentine’s Day can be. I was a bit “crushed” and practically let out a little “wine” when I was struggling with ideas for this segment. Now, I am “raisin” the roof as we near the finish line! I believe this year we kept “raisin” the bar with these “grape” punny ideas! Together we make a “grape” bunch!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in Dark Orchid, Warm Brown, and Paddy Green or any three colors
–Polyfil
-F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Grape:
With Dark Orchid
Work in continuous rounds.
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnds 3-5: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 6: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
SC first and 4th sts together.
Fasten off.
Make as many grapes as you’d like! I made 9 in my bunch!

Vine:
With Warm Brown
Ch 18
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and next 7 chs, Ch 6, SC in 2nd Ch from hook and next 4 chs, continue on main foundation chain, SC in the rest of the chs (there should be 9 chs to work in), Fasten off.

Leaf:
With Green
Ch 7
Row 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in last, ch 2, continue to work on the opposite side of the foundation chain, SC in the same ch as your last SC, HDC in next st, DC in next st, HDC in next st, SC in next st, Sl st in last. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew grapes and leaves to vine. See video tutorial for visual instructions
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Clam Shell Amigurumi with Pearl Bead

February 12, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: animal, aquatic, basic, be my valentine, beginner, clam, clams, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fish, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, ocean, oyster, pattern, pearl, pearls, red heart yarns, seafood, teach, tutorial, under the sea, valentine, valentine's day, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Today, I am happy as a *clam!* I am about to *open up* to all of you and share with you how much you are all *chowder* this world! When I face a new project or new pun, I think “Nadia, the creative world is your *oyster!*” I am not trying to dispense huge *pearls* of wisdom here. No, it would be a *clam-ity* if I started doing that! Instead I will put my heart and hand *mussels* to better use and make great projects for y’all! And *shucks!* maybe you like a few! I am trying to do as many fun and fashionable projects before my baby arrives. You know, the whole *clam* before the storm idea…anyway, I better *clam* down and get to work! I will just put on some hits by the *Wu-Tang Clam* and get started! Happy Hooking Everyone! I really hope none of you have to *pull apart* your projects today!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this clam:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in Aran and Aruba Sea or any two colors
-F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Shell

Make 2 with Aran
Work in continuous rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnd 7: Sl st in next st, Ch 1, HDC in same st and next 7 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last HDC st, Sl st loosely in next 6 sts, Sk 1 st, 5 DC in next st, Sk 2 sts, SC in next st, Sk 2 sts, 5 DC in next st, Sk 2 sts, SC in next st, Sk 2 sts, 5 DC in next st, Sk 2 sts, Sl st in last 6 sts.
Fasten off the first one with long tail for sewing. Fasten off second one with short tail and weave that one in.

Assembly:
Surface Crochet lines for dimension on the outside of each shell.
Sew the backside of your clam shells together, wind up a mini ball of yarn to use as a pearl. Set inside the clam.
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Octopus Keychain

February 10, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: amigurumi, basic, beginner, crochet, crochet octopus, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, cuttle, fashion blogger, fish, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, keychain, learn, love, loved, octope, octopi, octopus, pattern, red heart yarns, squid, stuffed toy, teach, toy, tutorial, valentine, valentine's day, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Wouldn’t it be awesome to have more “arms” to crochet? I think it would be “ink-redible,” and I am not “squidding!” I would be well “armed” to take on any project and could “octopi” my time more efficiently! I would “squeeze” a lot more projects into my schedule and would “sea” a boost in productivity! I would be “kraken” down every day! I wouldn’t be a “sucker” and make each day “i-tentacle.” No. I would change it up so I “squidn’t” get bored. That way when Valentine’s Day “floats” by, I can “seas” the day, wrap my “arms” around my sweetie, and have time to “cuttle” with the one who “octopis” my heart.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this keychain:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in Jade and Aruba Sea or any two colors
-F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Key Chain Rings
–Lobster Claw Swivel Clasps
–Stuffing
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Top Body part of Octopus

Work in continuous rounds and in the BLO
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 5-7: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 8: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 9: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
At this point, embroider a face if you’d like and also stuff your piece before going onto the last round.
Rnd 10: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
SC 1st and 4th sts together
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Assembly:
Attach yarn to a FRONT LOOP of round 8 of your body, Ch 2, 3 DC in each stitch around working in the FLO, sl st to first DC. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Tentacles:
Make 8 or as many as you’d like
Ch 23
Row 1: 2 DC in 4th Ch from hook, 3 DC in next ch and each ch across (your piece will start to spiral)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Sew tentacles to the bottom of the body, Attach the key ring
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Egg Amigurumi

February 3, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: amigurumi, basic, beginner, breakfast, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, dumpty, egg, eggs, fashion blogger, fashionable, food, free crochet pattern, free pattern, how to, how to crochet, humpty, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, snack, stitch, teach, toy, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

I’ve been a little “terra-fried” to try another year of Valentine Puns. I was so “eggs-cited” to give it a “fry,” but at the last minute I “scrambled” to come up with some funny, punny projects. So, I sat down with an “egg-spresso” and got to work on seven new puns that are pretty “egg-cellent” if you ask me! I hope these are “eggs-actly” what you are looking for this Valentine’s season! I love making up these ridiculous “yolks” and I hope they “crack” you up as much as they do for me! Ok, Ok, “omelette” this slide by for now and I “shell” put the puns to rest. I am sure you all are “shell-abrating” today’s stream of punny-ness is over!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this egg:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in Aran and Black
-F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Polyfil
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Egg:
Work in continuous rounds

With Aran
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: [SC in next st, 2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC in next st] 2 times, SC in next st, 2 SC in last st. (17)

Rnd 4: [2 SC innext st, SC in next 3 sts] 4 times, SC in last st. (21)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 6 sts] 3 times. (24)

Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 7 sts] 3 times. (27)

Rnd 7: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 8 sts] 3 times. (30)

Rnd 8: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 14 sts] 2 times. (32)

Rnd 9: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts around. (33)

Rnd 10: Repeat Round 9. (34)

Rnds 11-13: SC in each st around. (34)

Rnd 14: [SC2TOG, SC in 15 sts] 2 times. (32)

Rnd 15: SC2TOG, SC in next 8 sts, [SC2TOG, SC in next 9 sts] 2 times. (29)

Rnd 16: SC2TOG, SC in next 7 sts, [SC2TOG, SC in next 8 sts] 2 times. (26)

Rnd 17: SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts, [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 2 times. (22)

Rnd 18: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 2 times. (18)
Stuff the egg and move onto the next round

Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Stuff your egg one last time.

Rnd 20: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
SC first and 4th sts together.
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Assembly step:
Embroider eyes and mouth and a crack with black yarn (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

12 Days of Christmas: Peppermint Candy Garland

December 8, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, home decor, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, candies, candy, candy cane, character, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, garland, handmade, holiday, holidays, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, peppermint, pom pom, red heart yarns, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Holiday Garland is the next project on our 12 Days of Christmas journey!

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this garland:

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in White and Red
–Pipe Cleaner
–Pom Maker
–H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a larger hook to make this larger.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Candy Cane

Work in continuous rounds and in BLO
Start With White,
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook
Rnd 2: SC in next st, change color after this st to Red, SC in next 7 sts
Rnd 3, Change color to white, SC in next 7 sts
Rnd 4: Change color to Red, SC in next 7 sts
(Add pipe cleaner at or near round 9 and continue working)
Rnds 5-18: Repeat Rounds 3 and 4
Rnd 19: [SC2TOG] 3 times.
Fasten off. Weave in ends. Bend to make it look like a candy cane.

Peppermint Candy: (Make 2)
With White
Ch 3
Rnd 1: 10 DC in 3rd Ch from hook, sl st to first DC
Rnd 2: Ch 2, DC in same st, change color to Red, DC in same st, *Change color to white, DC in next st, Change color to Red, DC in same st as last st, repeat from * around. After last Red st, change back to white and Sl st to first DC.
Fasten off first one with long tail. Fasten off second one with short tail.

Assembly:
Sew Peppermint pieces together. Hide yarn ends on the inside.
Make a bunch of each piece and make some poms and add it all to a long braid or rope for garland!

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

12 Days of Christmas: Paw Print Ornament

December 7, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: animal, basic, beginner, canine, cats, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, decoration, dogs, feline, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, holiday, holidays, how to, how to crochet, ornament, pattern, paw, paw print, paws, pet, red heart yarns, square, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Represent the pets this Christmas with this sweet Paw Print Ornament! Make one today and have a “PAWSOME” holiday!!

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Buff and Aruba Sea
–Polyfil
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a larger hook to make this larger.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Paw

Using Buff, Make 2
Ch 3
Rnd 1: 9 DC in 3rd ch from hook, sl st to first DC.
Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as anything), 2 DC in each st around, sl st to first DC. (18)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, [2 DC in next st, DC in next] 9 times, sl st to first DC. (27)
Rnd 4: *Sk 1 st, [DC, 5 TR, DC] in next st, Sk 1 st, SC in next st, repeat from * until you have 4 toes, then, after 4th toe is made, Sk 1 st, [SC in 3 sts, 2 SC in next] 3 times. Do not sl st to beginning, continue to work in continuous round.
Rnd 5: [SC in next, 2 SC in next, HDC in next, 2 HDC in next, HDC in next, 2 SC in next, SC in next, sl st in next] 4 times, after 4th toe then [SC in next 5 sts, 2 SC in next st] 3 times.
Fasten off your first one with a long tail for sewing. Fasten off your second one with a short tail.

Inner Paw Pad
With Aruba Sea
Ch 3
Rnd 1: 15 DC in 3rd Ch from hook, sl st to first DC.
Rnd 2: Ch 3, DC in same st, TR in next, 2 TR in next st, TR in next st, DC in next st, 2 DC in next st, DC in next st, 3 TR in next st, DC in next st, 2 DC in next st, DC in next st, TR in next, 2 TR in next, TR in next, DC in last, Ch 3, sl st to center. Fasten off with long tail for sewing

Toe pads: Make 4 in Aruba Sea
Ch 2
Rnd 1: [3SC, 4HDC, 3 SC] in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to first st.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew the paw toe pads and inner foot pad to the paw, then sew the front and back paw together and stuff it. Add a loop to the top for an ornament! Weave in all ends!

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Butterfly Lovey

July 31, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Baby Items, Blankets, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, flower, free crochet pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

“Butterflies can’t see their wings. They cannot see how truly beautiful they are, but everyone else can…”

Today’s project is this darling Butterfly Lovey. I love the three dimensional look of this piece. You can get as creative as you like with this project! I can imagine the variety of vivid hues one can use to make this sweet lovey for a child or adult.

This could be a great scrap yarn project. Make one or more and attach them for a unique 3D blanket or throw by piecing these squares together. Match a nursery or bedroom for your child.

Butterflies bring out something in all of us. Maybe since they are often beyond our grasp. We love to watch them flutter through the air on the lightness of their wings upon which we can send out wishes out into the world.

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this lovey:

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You may sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn (Any colors, but I used: Delft Blue, Royal, Black, White, Carrot, Redwood, Gold)
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Measuring Tape
–Polyfil
–Scissors

NOTES:

-This lovey is approximately 18 inches wide/long
-Use a bigger hook to make this bigger, and a smaller hook to make it smaller
-This lovey has a lot of pieces to sew together, a good yarn needle is essential to use during this project

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
FLO: Front Loop Only
BLO: Back Loop Only
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

Lovey Squares: Make 4
With Orange
Ch 4, Sl st to first ch to form a ring (or start with Magic Ring)
Rnd 1: Ch 2 (does not count as a stitch), 12 DC in ring, sl st to first st. (12)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 DC in each st around, sl st to first st. (24)
Fasten off orange and change color.
Rnd 3: Attach new color to any st, Ch up 2, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in same st, *HDC in next 2 sts, SC in next st, HDC in next 2 sts, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in next st, repeat from * around ending with HDC in last st, sl st to first st.
You will be working in Rows now:
R0w 4: Sl st into next st and into ch 2 sp. TURN, 2 DC in CH 2 sp, DC in each st to next corner, [2DC, ch 2, 2DC] in corner, DC in each st to next corner, 2 DC in corner, leave rest of the sts unworked. Turn.
Row 5: Ch 2 (does not count as st), DC in each st to corner, [2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, DC in rest of sts on the row, turn.
Rows 6-13: Repeat Row 5, do not fasten off.
Continue to SC down the side, put 3 SC in corner, and work SCs down the next side. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Sew all 4 squares together (See video tutorial to see how to sew the squares together)
Border:
With White: SC around entire lovey. Fasten off.
With Black: SC around entire lovey. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Wings: Make 8
Ch 4
Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch and next 2 chs, ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 2: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 2 sts, Ch 1, turn. (4)
Row 3: SC in 1st 3 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 4: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in the rest of the sts on the row, Ch 1, turn. (6)
Row 5: SC in each st to last st, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 6: Repeat Row 4. (8)
Row 7: Repeat Row 5. (9)
Row 8: Repeat Row 4. (10)
Row 9: Repeat Row 5. (11)
Row 10: Repeat Row 4. (12)
Rows 11-15: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (12)
Row 16: SC2TOG, SC in 8 sts, SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (10)
Row 17: SC in 8 sts, SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (9)
Row 18: SC2TOG, SC in the next 7 sts, ch 1, turn. (8)
Row 19: SC in 6 sts, SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 20: SC2TOG, SC in 5 sts, ch 1, turn. (6)
Row 21: SC2TOG, SC in 2 sts, SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (4)
Row 22: [SC2TOG] twice. (2)
Fasten off.
Before attaching the wings together, make the mini circles and embroider the veins

Mini Circles: Make 8
With first color:
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook, Sl st to first st, fasten off.
Rnd 2: Attach black to any stitch, 2 SC in each st around, sl st to first st. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Sew mini circles in place and embroider the veins with black yarn. (See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part)
After the circles and veins are on the wings, Attach the wings together by Single Crocheting around the wings and stuff them. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing. (See video tutorial for this part too), I know it’s a lot of sewing.

Body:
With Black Yarn
Work in Continuous Rounds and in the BLO
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (4)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in the rest of the sts on the round. (5)
Rnds 3-9: Repeat Rnd 2 until you have 12 sts.
Rnd 10: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 11: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 12-13: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 14: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 15: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Stuff your piece and continue with the next round.
Rnd 16: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 17: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 18-19: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 20: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 21: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Stuff your piece and continue with the next round.
Rnd 22: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 23: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 24-25: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 26: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 27: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Embroider eyes to body (Optional)
Stuff your piece and continue with the next round.
Rnd 28: [SC2TOG] 6 times.
SC 1st and 4th sts together.
Fasten off weave in ends.

Antenna: Make 2
With Black Work in continuous rounds and in BLO
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Rnd 5: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] twice. (4)
Rnds 6-7: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew wings to body, sew antenna to body, sew body to lovey in the center.
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Tic Tac Toe Game and Tote

June 21, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, bag, bags, basic, beginner, blocks, board game, car, car ride, carride, cotton, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fun game, game, gamer, games, grandma's house, granny, granny square, handmade, home, house, how to, how to crochet, learn, pack, pattern, project, red heart yarns, sack, summer, summer fun, summertime, super saver, tac, teach, tic, tic tac toe, toe, toes, tote, travel, tutorial, vacation, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Summer is here and the kids are home all day long! What better way to bring in the summer than with great activities that don’t require the TV or any electronic devices.

Do you have a roadtrip planned? How about a day at the beach? Camping anyone? No matter where you go, even if it is just outside to your back yard, this totable Tic-Tac-Toe game board will promise loads of entertainment for all ages. Perfect for around the campfire when you are hanging out with the kids, perfect to pull out at the beach for some fun in the sand, perfect for picnics where you can open this up for some competition across the picnic table. There is nothing like an old fashioned game of Tic-Tac-Toe to bring on a some competitive spirit!

This is the perfect solution to long boring “I don’t have anything to do” blues! This game board easily cinches up into a bag or satchel and stores all the game pieces. Open it up and you are ready to play. Make up rules, make competitions, make point goals to claim a winner! First person to get 25 Tic-Tac-Toes takes the prize!! Whatever way you play, it is sure to provide lots of old school fun without relying on modern technology to fill those hours.

This project is a great stash buster for using up that extra yarn. It also would be a nice project to make in cotton for all-weather, all-terrain play. I would also suggest that you can put velcro on the back of the X’s and O’s as well as the squares to provide more stability. Make the O’s in one team color, the X’s in a rival color and make this a sport related rivalry game! The possibilities are endless! There are so many options with this game board!

Get yours started today and watch how much fun this pattern will provide! Follow along with my step by step tutorial and written pattern for year round enjoyment!

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this fun game:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in Royal, Rouge, Aran, Green, Carrot, Yellow, Aruba Sea, Gray Heather, Baby Pink
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Polyfil
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Board:
Ch 62
Row 1: DC in 4th Ch from hook and across, turn. (60)
Row 2: Ch 3 (Counts as DC), DC in each st across. turn. (60)
Rows 3-31: Repeat Row 2
Be sure your piece is square, if it is not, do more or less rows to make it square.
Continue to SC around entire piece.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Assembly:
Make a very long chain and weave it around the outer edge of the whole board and tie together. (This is the drawstring)
Surface crochet straight lines to make the Tic-Tac-Toe Lines (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

O’s (Make 5)
Work in continuous rounds and in BLO

Ch 21
Rnd 1: SC in 1st ch to form a ring, SC in each ch around. (21)
Rnd 2: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 7 times. (28)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 7 times. (35)
Rnds 4-6: SC in each st around. (35)
Rnd 7: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 7 times. (28)
Rnd 8: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 7 times. (21)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew “O” Closed and stuff with stuffing (see video tutorial for visual instructions)

X’s (Make 5)
Work in Continuous Rounds and in BLO

First and Second Arm of the X:
Make 2 of these pieces:
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnds 3-7: SC in each st around. (12)
For first piece, fasten off. For 2nd Piece, DO NOT fasten off

This next part is Attaching the First and Second Piece (See video tutorial for this part)
Rnd 8: SC around current piece, continue to SC in each st of the other piece. (24 sts)
Rnd 9: SC in each st around. (24)
Sew the hole between the arms closed (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Next part is creating the third arm of the X
Rnd 10: SC in 12 sts, Sk the last 12 sts. (12)
Rnd 11-14: SC in each st around. (12)

Assembly:
Stuff the piece of what you have done so far then continue with round 15

Rnd 15: [SC2TOG] 6 times.
SC 1st and 4th sts together. Fasten off.

Next part is creating the 4th arm of the X
Attach yarn to the free stitch on round 9
Rnd 10-14: SC in each st around.
Stuff the rest of the X then go onto the last round.
Rnd 15: [SC2TOG] 6 times.
SC 1st and 4th sts together.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Assembly:
Tie a string around the center of the X to cinch it in to create an X letter.
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Catnip Sardine Toy

April 30, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Jade and Fern, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

I have found that my kitties love a good catnip buzz! These two crazy cats go a bit nuts when I put out some nip or have a toy that has that scent. But I found that paying $5-$7 for a little mouse or stuffed ball is too much to keep these cats happy.

Instead, I decided to make a few of these Crochet Sardine Catnip Toys, and boy, was that a smart idea! Not only is this outrageously economical (you can use scrap cotton yarn and is a nice stash buster) but for mere pennies, these tiny fish can provide hours of feline entertainment! Let me show you how!

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this toy:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Scrubby Smoothie (Color: Popsicle Brights)
-G-4.75mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can stuff this toy with polyfil or catnip
-You can use Tulle instead of Gauze for the inside as well.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Toy

Work in continuous rounds
Ch 9
Rnd 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across, put 3 SC in last ch, continue working on opposite side of foundation chain, SC across, put 2 SC in last st. (18)

Rnd 2: SC in each st around. (18)

Rnd 3: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)

Rnd 4: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Rnd 5: SC in each st around. (6)

Rnd 6: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 7: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)

Rnds 8-11: SC in each st around. (18)

Rnd 12: [SC 2 TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Stuff fish with catnip wrapped in gauze or tulle fabric

Rnd 13: [SC2TOG] 6 times.

Rnd 14: [SC2TOG] 3 times.
Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Assembly:
Add a bell and a string to your catnip toy (optional)
Never leave kitties unattended while they enjoy toys like this one.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Anatomical Heart Amigurumi

April 13, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: amigurumi, anatomical, aorta, basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, edgar allen poe, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, heart, heartbeat, hearts, how to, how to crochet, learn, learning, love, organ, pattern, poe, red heart yarns, spooky, stitch, teach, tool, tools, toy, tutorial, valentine, valentines, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Nate loves a good horror movie, I love crochet and “Poe”try, and we both love to love. I hope I’ve captured the essence of that in this project!!

I’ve got to “hand” it to you, he’s definitely got my “heart.” I hope you didn’t think that was “tachy.” I’ve tried to “organ”ize my puns so they always make sense. People might think that I’m so crazy about Nate that “aorta” be locked up, but he has the “key to my heart.” Sometimes I wondered if “antibody” was out there who understood me, and there he was. Nate “muscle”d his way into my “life.” In the “pulmonary” start of our relationship, I might have told him “A-fib” or two about how I felt. I didn’t need a “ventricle”oquist to speak for me. I was truly “pumped” about meeting him! “O,” I’m “positive” I won’t ever “bypass” telling Nate how I feel again. I sug”chest” we always express how we feel. I hope I never “skip a beat” when it comes to loving him. I promise to “pace” myself and not take our love in “vein.” ♥ Nadia

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver in Blue
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Red
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Coral
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Polyfil
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

The Main Part: (Ventricular Septum)
Work in BLO and in continuous rounds. (Use stitch marker for each round)
In Coral
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 5: SC in each st around. (18)
Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 7: [2 SC in the next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 8: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnd 9: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)
Rnds 10-14: SC in each st around. (42)
Rnd 15: [SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnd 16: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 17: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 18: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Stuff the piece and continue to close the top.
Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Rnd 20: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
SC first and 4th sts together.
Fasten off. Weave in end.

Aorta:
With Red, Work in BLO and in continuous rounds.
Ch 9
Rnd 1: SC in 1st ch (forms a ring), and SC in each ch around. (9)
Rnds 2-6: SC in each st around. (9)
Rnd 7-13: SC in next 5 sts, Sl St in next 4 sts. (9)
Rnds 14-17: SC in each st around. (9)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Small Valve openings: Make 3 in red and 2 in blue
Ch 6
Rnd 1: SC in 1st ch (forms a ring), and SC in each ch around. (6)
Rnds 2-8: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on where exactly these pieces get sewn to.

Pulmonary Artery With Blue, work in BLO and continuous rounds.
Ch 8
Rnd 1: SC in 1st ch (forms a ring), and SC in each ch around. (8)
Rnds 2-5: SC in each st around. (8)
Rnd 6-12: SC in next 4 sts, Sl St in next 4 sts. (8)
Rnds 13-16: SC in each st around. (9)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew the Valve openings to their pieces using the photo and video tutorial to help as a guide.
Stuff them slightly.
Sew Pulmonary Artery to Heart Muscle
Sew Aorta on top of Pulmonary Artery to the Heart Muscle
With Red yarn, chain a long chain and sew to heart
With blue yarn, chain a long chain and sew to heart.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on how to attach all the parts.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

My Punny Valentine 2018

February 15, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

The tradition continues with my annual Punny Valentine’s. Each year, I create these silly sentiments using crochet and puns. I try to be as creative and amusing as possible. I do, however, have to match a pun to something I can create using my crochet magic. It is NOT easy, let me tell you, this blog showcases my collection from 2018. You can check out 2017’s Punny Valentine’s here and my 2016’s Punny Valentine’s here! Do you have a fun pun to share? Let me know in the comments section. Share a possible pun that might show up in my 2019 Punny Valentine Series! ~Nadia

Below is a list of some Punny Valentine’s. Click on the title link above their photo or click on each photo to be taken to its video tutorial and written pattern! Enjoy!! ♥

Bacon and Eggs Amigurumi

Love Bunny

Acorn Amigurumi

Poppy Flower

Panda Plush Amigurumi

Ghost Amigurumi

Open Heart Cup Cozy

Watermelon Scrubby

Pickle Amigurumi

Heart Bookmark

Shamrock Applique

Simple Basket

Fortune Cookie

Carrot Amigurumi

Crochet Tutorial: Carrot Amigurumi

February 14, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Well today is VALENTINE’S DAY!! ❤❤ I am getting *artichoked* up! You probably thought I didn’t *carrot* all that this was coming to the finish line! I knew the end of the pun series would *turnip* sooner or later and I know many of you were *rooting* for these to be over. I *bean* thinking of the best way to end this series and I was *brusselin’* around trying to finish but was running out of steam! I have to say that doing all these puns has me feeling mighty *beet*. I am sure some of you are tired of these as well, but I *yam* what I *yam* and these puns will keep showing up at the beginning of every February! Before next year you will have to *lettuce* know if there are any fun pun projects you want me to demonstrate! How are you spending your Valentine’s Day? Here in Wisconsin it is a little *chili* but Nate and I plan to *Romaine Calm and Carrot On* with our wedding plans. 31 more days until we say “I do”! Oh *Kale*, yeah! 😁 We can’t wait! We are so ready to *broc* and roll down that aisle! Have a great day everyone! Sending all of you LOTS OF LOVE!!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Carrot
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Spring Green
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Carrot
With Carrot Orange, work in continuous rounds and in the BLO
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (4)
Rnd 2: SC in each st around. (4)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] twice. (6)
Rnd 4: SC in each st around. (6)
Rnd 5: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnds 6-7: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 8: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnds 9-14: SC in each st around. (18)
Rnd 15: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Stuff the carrot with polyfil, and go onto the last round.
Rnd 16: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Fasten off weave in ends.

Leaves of the carrot:
Ch 10
SC in 2nd ch and the next 8 chs, *Ch 10, SC in 2nd ch and next 8 chs, SC in last ch where beginning slip knot is, repeat from * 1 more time.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew leaves together at the base so they are standing up randomly together (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Sew leaves to carrot.
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Fortune Cookie

February 13, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, cookie, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fortune cookie, free crochet pattern, handmade, how to crochet, learn, love, lovely, pattern, punny, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, valentine, valentine's day, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

If I had a nickel for every pun I had to come up with, I would have plenty of *dough* and be worth a *fortune*! I’ve had pretty *good luck* these past two weeks, I would say. I am feeling like a smart *cookie* coming up with these clever captions! Some may think I am a bit of a *weir-dough* to keep coming up with puns for so long, but it is just the way the *cookie crumbles*! I do it every year and it’s become my thing. Besides, I do it for Nate. Because together, we are a *batch* made in heaven and we are very *fortunate* to have that! Now I better get to writing the pattern and post the blog for the Fortune Cookie Amigurumi before I *delete all my cookies* and have to start all over! I’m a *tough cookie* and could do that, but I wouldn’t want to! (Scroll down for written instructions)

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Warm Brown
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Work in Continuous rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnd 7: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)
Rnd 8: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 6 sts] 6 times. (48)
Fasten off with long tail.
Fold circle in half, sew it in half, and then bend it to look like a fortune cookie and sew it in place.
Weave in ends.
See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Enjoy!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: Pickle Amigurumi

February 9, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in amigurumi, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free pattern, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

It’s kind of a big *dill* to come up with these little projects and matching puns each day. I am *gherkin* round the clock to keep these going for two weeks. When I find myself in a bit of a *pickle*, and it’s *crunch* time to post, I try to stay as *cool as a cucumber* so I can get this all done in time. I *relish* the feeling of a successful project that I worked *dill-igently* to complete. I love to have the punny caption to match. It’s *Vlasic* Nadia. This is the real *dill*! Even with *dilling* with so many wedding details, I love the puns I have *pickled* and made so far! So what’s the *dill* yo? Do you have a favorite?

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart yarn Soft in Guacamole
–Stuffing
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
4DC Cluster: Double Crochet cluster [YO, insert hook into stitch, YO, pull through, YO pull through 2 loops] 4 times, YO pull through all 5 loops on hook. Cluster made.

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Pickle
With Guacamole, Work in continuous rounds and in the BLO
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2SC in each st around. (12)

Rnd 3: 2 SC in next st, Cluster in the next, [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 2 times, 2SC in next st, Cluster in the next, [2SC in next, SC in next] 2 times. (18)

Rnd 4: SC in each st around. (18)

Rnd 5: SC in 6 sts, Cluster in next st, SC in 8 sts, Cluster in next st, SC in last 2 sts. (18)

Rnd 6-7: SC in each st around.

Rnd 8: SC in next st, Cluster in next st, SC in 10 sts, Cluster in next st, SC in last 5 sts.

Rnds 9-11: SC in each st around.

Rnd 12: Sl st in 9 sts, SC in 6 sts, Cluster in next st, SC in last 2 sts.

Rnds 13-15: Sl st in 9 sts, SC in 9 sts.

Rnd 16: SC in 7 sts, Cluster in next, SC in 9 sts, Cluster in last st.

Rnd 17: SC in 11 sts, Cluster in next, SC in 6 sts.

Rnd 18: SC in each st around.

Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)

Rnd 20: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Assembly:
Glue on googly eyes to the pickle

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns