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:
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Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
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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
-The Lovey Square measures 18 inches across, but you can make it as long/wide as you want
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
My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos when I move away.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
Share your work on Facebook!
Add me on Snapchat: YARNutopia
Follow me on Instagram
Visit My Ravelry Store and add this to your Favorites!
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Enjoy this video and subscribe to my channel on YouTube for more tutorials on how to crochet!
Leave a comment, and share with your friends!
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
-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!!
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 Yarnspirations
I’m going to “bug” you a little bit to tell you this blog is “crawling” with something new for your crochet hook! This cuddly Caterpillar Lovey project will provide an infant comfort and security! This silly, lovable little guy makes me smile every time I look at him and it’s sure to be a big hit with the lil’ ones!
Make it in as many colors as you’d like!! The possibilities are endless!!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this lovey:
Please check out the new beginning graphic designed and developed by my brother Nabeel. He and his wife own and operate NFD Graphics. Please hop over to their Facebook page and show them some love! For all your graphic and video/logo design needs be sure to contact them today! http://www.nfdgraphics.com
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.
You can buy any of the items in this kit. Buy all or buy one item. Check it out to see the supplies you can get online to make this Lovey!
NOTES:
-This project uses less than 200 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for this Lovey is 18 inches but you can make yours as big as you’d like!
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
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.
Lovey:
Ch 4
Rnd 1: 2 DC in 4th Ch from hook, [Ch 2, 3 DC in same CH] 3 times, ch 1, SC in beg. ch 3, Ch 2, Turn.
Rnd 2: DC in same corner sp, *DC in each st until next corner, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, repeat from * around put 2 DC around SC from previous round to finish off beg. corner. Ch 1, SC in Ch 2, Ch 2, Turn.
Round 3-15: Repeat Round 2 Change colors after Round 13
See video tutorial for visual instructions
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Eyes:
With White
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Embroider Black Dots for the pupils
Antennae: Make 2 With Yellow
Ch 2 Work in BLO and in continuous rounds Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12) Rnd 3: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6) Rnd 4-8: SC in each st around. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Head:
With Glow Worm
Ch 2 Work in BLO and in continuous rounds 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: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24) Rnds 5-6: SC in each st around. (24) Rnd 7: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30) Rnd 8: SC in each st around. (30) Rnd 9: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36) Rnds 10-11: SC in each st around. (36) Assembly Step:
Sew on the antennae and the eyes
Continue crocheting the head Rnd 12: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (30) Rnd 13: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24) Rnd 14: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Stuff Head Rnd 15: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12) Rnd 16: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Feet: Make 6
With Jade
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Body Circles:
Make 1 in Buff (4 Rounds)
Make 1 in Pumpkin (4 Rounds)
Make 1 in Spring Green (3 Rounds)
Make 1 in Yellow (2 Rounds)
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to 1st SC, ch 1. (6) Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around, Sl st to 1st SC, ch 1. (12) Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times, sl st to 1st SC, ch 1. (18) Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times, Sl st to 1st SC. (24)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Assembly Step:
Sew Body to Lovey and all the body pieces as well. Use the photos as a guide to sew on your pieces.
Enjoy!!
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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
This is a great ensemble for any newborn to 6 month baby layette. It is an absolute dream to make! This set is such a lovely gift for a baby shower! These pieces can be made any time of year! Make one or make all four pieces below. Click the links or the photos to be redirected to their written patterns and video tutorials. All crochet patterns in this post are FREE!
In the third part of all things baby week, I bring you the Mini Square Bunny Lovey! In keeping with the Granny Square theme (See 365 Days of Granny Squares project), I’ve created this cute little lovey to match the shoes,dress, and hat.
***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!
Teacher: Nadia Fuad Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
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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.
NOTES:
-You can make the Granny Squares bigger to make this lovey bigger.
Special stitches:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
Mini Granny Square: Make 4
Ch 4
Rnd 1: Work 2 dc in 4th ch from hook, ch 2, work (3 dc in same ch sp, ch 2) 3 times; join with a sl st in top of ch 3. Fasten off.
Rnd 2: Attach new color in any ch 2 sp, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), work 2 dc in same sp; ch 1, * work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next sp (corner made); ch 1, repeat form * twice more, ending with 3 DC in beginning ch 2 sp where we started. join. Fasten off. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Outer part of granny square:
Row 1: In any corner of the mini granny square, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp; ch 1, 3dc in next ch 1 sp, ch 1, *[3dc, ch 2, 3dc] in corner, ch 1 sp, 3 dc in next corner. Ch 4, turn
Row 2: 3 dc in next ch 1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch 1 sp, [3dc, ch 2, 3dc] in corner, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch 1 sp, ch 1, 3dc in next ch 1 sp, ch 1, dc in last st on row. Ch 3, turn
Row 3: 2 dc in same sp, ch 1, [3dc, ch 1] in each sp until corner, [3dc, ch 2, 3dc] in corner, ch 1 [3dc, ch 1] ending with 3 dc in last sp.
Repeat the same concept of row 2 and row 3 until you make your square big enough. End on an odd row. I ended mine on row 7.
Assembly Step:
Once you have all 4 squares complete and as big as you want them to be, single crochet them together then continue on to the border.
Border of lovey:
Rnd 1: In any corner, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, [3dc, ch 1] in each sp until you get to the intersection where the two squares meet. Dc in the single crochet from the meeting (see video tutorial for visual instructions), then continue working [3dc, ch 1] in each sp. (Corner: 3dc, ch 2, 3dc), work this pattern all the way around.
Rnd 2: In any ch 1 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, *7dc in next ch 1 sp, sc in next ch 1 sp, repeat from * around.
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Bunny: Head:
ch 2
Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: Sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 4 sts) 6 times. (36)
Rnds 7-10: Sc in each st. (36)
Rnd 11: (Sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts) 6 times. (30)
Rnd 12: (Sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times. (24)
Rnd 13: (Sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (18)
Rnd 14: (Sc2tog, sc in next st) 6 times. (12)
Rnd 15: sc2tog 6 times. (6)
Fasten off with long tail
Embroider Eyes and nose using photo as a guide
Ear: Make 2
ch 2
Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: SC in each st around. (6)
Rnd 3: Sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 4: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 5: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18)
Rnd 6: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (24)
Rnds 7-10: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 11: [sc2tog, sc in the next 10 sts] 2 times. (22)
Rnds 12-15: SC in each st around. (22)
Rnd 16: [sc2tog, sc in the next 9 sts] 2 times. (20)
Rnds 17-20: SC in each st around. (20)
Rnd 21: [sc2tog, sc in the next 8 sts] 2 times. (18)
Rnd 22-23: SC in each st around. (18)
Rnd 24: [sc2tog, sc in the next 7 sts] 2 times. (16)
Rnds 25-26: SC in each st around. (16)
Rnd 27: [sc2tog, sc in the next 6 sts] 2 times. (14)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Assembly step:
Sew ears to head, use photo for visual guide. Sew head to center of blanket.
Weave in all loose 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
Nadia, Nate, and Nas 
