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I have an adult sized pattern, on my computer, at home! I'll link to it when I get back!

The pattern isn't as close as I remembered it being, but here is a link to it: https://tinyurl.com/y8q7t5gw

I'm going to play with it a little bit, tonight and see if I can modify it to make it more similar. I will update, if it works!

I have one similar and I adore it. Cat can't get at my yarn and I can just pick it up and go anywhere with it. I got mine from Amazon and can be found HERE BEST BAG EVER!!!

Is this it? Looks like Amazon has it. Don't know what you paid for yours. This seems like a bit pricey but it could be the same as what you paid

Your blanket looks great btw 😀

https://www.amazon.com/Bernat-Blanket-Yarn-Ball-Taupe/dp/B00JLK8WQ4

I use a wine rack, and love it. Being able to see all the yarn at the same time has saved me from a lot of unnecessary yarn purchasing.

Got it from amazon

Little Logan passed away in October last year, aged 4, after a valiant battle with cancer. I wanted his little brother to have a special guardian - when I found this super hero outfit in Edward's Doll Emporium I knew it was perfect. I based Logan's entire outfit on a photo I found of him, where he was wearing navy/green Wellington boots. Super Logan now lives happily with his brother, sister, and parents, and hopefully gives comfort to such a wonderful family.

Pattern is taken from this book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crocheted-Sea-Creatures-Collection-Knitted/dp/1861087578 I only added a zipper to the mouth in order to close it

I never knew these existed until I saw a recent post where someone found a vintage yarn ring. Amazon had several and I bought this one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G89734C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_lJuzFb900F955

Pretty cheap solution for an annoying problem.

Hi guys! Quick update for all those wanting the pattern. It's on page 108 of Crocheted sea creatures by Vanessa Mooncie.

Crocheted Sea Creatures: A Collection of Marine Mates to Make (Knitted)

Any further questions feel free to dm me & I'll pass them onto my mum as I have no clue how to crochet. Thanks for all the nice words, it's been nice seeing her smile at everyone.

Soo... Looking at your ends did you cut a tail for every color change? I think bobbins will help with less ends to weave in next time.

Also, I got bent metal tapestry needles for Christmas and they make weaving ends sooo much easier. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KPTSPX2/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_fI3pCb3THRHJ0

Thank you! I use a rotary cutter with a blade called a skip stitch!https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KTD88VQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is the one I got from Amazon. It makes things very quick and easy!

Alright, so I did some more digging. And I ended up at Alibaba.com because there are many industrial processes that appromixate hand-made, but don't actually replicate the same thing. (Sewing, for example, has been taken over by machines.....but a machine cannot replicate hand-stitches.) So I was thinking that maybe Target gets these hats made in some pseudo-crochet knit-like stitch.....nope.

I was so very wrong, check out this link to an Alibaba hat just like the one at Target You can get 100,000 of these a MONTH....A MONTH, made by hand. Jesus, just thinking of the people making these makes my hands hurt. My apologies u/melancholytea.

Amazon! Mahaohao 100pcs Mixed Round 2 Hole Wooden Buttons 20mm

Apparently I'm too inept to copy and paste a link from mobile today. Sorry!

Edit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0781LRBJ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rrkBCbNX58JRR

This is cool! You might enjoy this book:

The Color Index - Revised Edition https://www.amazon.com/dp/1440302626/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hT5zBbB7916F4.

It's for web design but it has lots of color combinations. I have a copy for inspiration.

Amazon prime, and only $9.99! I had literally just typed in a search for crochet hook cases because mine were being stored in an old makeup bag and it took forever to find the right size hook whenever I was starting a project. I just checked my order and the brand is Teamoy, and this item is called “crochet hooks holder.” Here is the link but just a side note, they do sell bigger cases that are a bit more expensive. They have so many cute patterns for the case to choose from!

Edit: I just checked and they have different prices depending on the pattern you choose but I think the range was about $8-$12

Yes!! Here it is ☺️ Hagestad Yarn Bowl -8"x4" Rosewood Wooden with Free Travel Pouch & 2 Wooden Crochet Hooks. Extra Large. Perfect for Knitting & Crocheting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HDG5LL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UmccEb8286Y08

Pattern

Yarn

Hook: Clover Soft Touch B 2.25mm

Lurker from r/knitting, but did you guys SEE the zippered case they have?? I just got the fabric to make myself a case (once I actually decide on how I want it), but I seriously want that one....

I can't believe how reasonably priced they are! And yours is so pretty!

This is what I use: https://www.amazon.com/Aleenes-Permanent-Adhesive-4-Ounce-32299/dp/B00KD6ZHD6/ref=sr_1_12?dchild=1&keywords=washable%2Bfabric%2Bglue&qid=1621444916&sr=8-12&th=1

Aleenes permanent adhesive

Just make sure it dries clear and is flexible and washable. I also now use "invisible knots" to join all of my ends then use glue to tack down the fuzzy ends. I've started doing a lot more color work, and both of these things together means virtually no ends (which is what kept me from color work in the past). It's been a HUGE game-changer. I saw it on a youtube somewhere.

Give it a shot! Red Heart has a special line of yarn made especially for pooling ($10 on Amazon, attached below) and Marly Bird has a video tutorial to go along with it (also attached below).

https://smile.amazon.com/HEART-E300P-8310-Super-Saver-Pooling-Haute/dp/B07FNYDZDZ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1549220592&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=red%2Bheart%2Bpooling%2Byarn&th=1

https://youtu.be/6HBta4vkZLw

Oh I have one!

An acquaintance I have on my fb page asked me to make her some crochet nose warmers (like https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014JMJGYU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_NL9xDbNEWW23F )).

150 of them. For 50 cents a nose. Why such a low price? "they're so small! They can't take more than a minute a piece".

I humored her and asked when she wanted them by and what they were for. "I need them in three days for my craft table I'm putting up at the local farmers market!"

I politely declined. The best part? She sent me that Amazon link I posted above to show me what she wanted. With the $9 asking price on it. What a lemon.

Saw this and immediately bought it off Amazon! I’ve been overflowing out of my current case, so this is exactly what I need! I found a smaller “96” pencil version and a larger “192 pencil” version:

YOUSHARES 96 Slots Colored Pencil Case, Large Capacity Pencil Holder Pen Organizer Bag with Zipper for Prismacolor Watercolor Coloring Pencils, Gel Pens for Student & Artist (Color Alpaca) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MMSYQH9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vSMQCbK592EAD

Max 192 Slots Colored Pencil Case Large Capacity Pencil Holder Multi-Layer Pen Organizer Bag for Watercolor Pencils & Markers& Gel Pens,Great Gift for Student Artist (Alpaca) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MP27S6Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_zRMQCbF128YZX

I used this Shawn the shark pattern and used a recordable insert thing that I bought from Amazon to record the song.

This is the recording thing I used Link

Shark pattern

I found this one that has more realistic looking heads. I’m so tempted to get it but it seems so intimidating to attempt to crochet.

I was recently gifted the Amour Crochet Hook Set and it is amazing! The hooks glide right through the stitches and I can crochet for hours without my hands cramping/getting sore. I highly recommend!

As already mentioned, a yarn winder could be helpful too if she doesn’t have one! And I know it’s not considered personal, but I love getting gift cards – I usually always have a yarn on deck that I want to buy so most of the time, I’d rather get a gift card so I can pick what I what!

Edit: the hook set is available on amazon for $36

More info for those interested:

Yarn is actually DK "dishcloth" (100%) cotton! Easy to find.
Fabric is light calico cotton.
Fabric dye was Dylon Peony Pink.
Embroidery threads are DMC stranded cotton.

I didn't use a pattern, but I crocheted the top like a scarf to wrap around the bust. I like the look of the vertical rows 😃

Got the pattern from a book I bought at Michael’s, but found it here on Amazon for you guys. For yarn colors, I just used some stuff I had at home, all Loops and Threads I believe, I’m sorry I’m unsure of the colors. The pattern includes the colors you need. I also made some modifications because I was too lazy to follow the real pattern (it included one other plant).

I bought one of these and always thought it was kinda nifty. Unfortunately it's just the pendant, and not a chain. In my opinion, having a yarn cutter around my neck is pretty handy!

Such a cute idea! I like to use the little plastic toothpick shaker containers and feed the yarn through the hole that you’d shake a toothpick out of, then you just twist the top around to secure the yarn when not actively pulling it through.

I learned to crochet during pregnancy to make beanies for my son. As a FTM I suffered from intense baby blues during the first few weeks post partum. So I decided to crochet something pretty for myself during the late night pumping sessions... something beautiful to remember his early weeks by (besides the sleepless blur!)

He turned 6 1/2 weeks old on Mother's day & I finally finished up the loose ends of the beanie :)

Followed this pattern - http://www.redheart.com/files/patterns/pdf/LW4647.pdf Modified slightly (SC for Round 14, DC for Round 15,16 since I thought I'd run out of yarn).

Yarn used - Lion Brand Landscapes Tropics https://www.amazon.com/Lion-Brand-Yarn-545-202-Landscapes/dp/B00KKV9Z4G/ref=sr_1_1?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1526334420&sr=1-1&keywords=lion%2Bbrand%2Blandscapes%2Byarn&dpID=51IhVlxvG-L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&amp...

It's a little knitting machine ❤️ picked it up for a dollar at a consignment sale this fall. Just feed the yarn in and turn the crank. Can make tubes or flat pieces.

It does drop a lot of stitches tho. I'm not sure if it's something wrong since I did buy it second hand or if it's a common thing.

Either way- she's four and loves it :-) !!

Singer Knitting Machine https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GPTR62/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_5BbRub1T5TNSF

Here it is

It is lovely! Since you're asking, it's pouf. A pouf is a stuffed backless seat, but pouffe is a derogatory term for a woman, like bimbo. Both are pronounced poof.

thank me later

I used it tonight while my husband was asleep beside me. Nice and lightweight. Only one side was enough. Very happy. I used to sit with my phone torch on, and it wedged under my blanket kind of. Not great. This is far better. I can move the arms! Rechargeable so no silly batteries

Yes to Clover hooks. Someone posted the other day that they were on sale for around $33 on amazon

Knitters Pride rainbow blocking pins https://www.amazon.com/Knitters-Pride-Rainbow-Knit-Blockers/dp/B07FMCWL6V/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=knitters+pride+blocking+pins&qid=1594758554&sprefix=knitters+pride+block&sr=8-4

Micro-crochet at its finest...literally...it's the finest thread I've ever worked with.

Pattern was from Steffi Glaves' book 100 Microcrochet Motifs.

0.6 mm steel crochet hook from the Clover Soft Touch collection.

Gutermann's hand quilting thread in colors from center out (US color names): old gold (#956), dark rose (#2635), wine (#2833), navy (#5322), light-blue (#5725)

Close relative fell in love with a thread crochet peacock feather photo online and innocently had faith in me to convert the pattern into an afghan in late 2017, very humbling. Could not find a similar pattern in yarn at the time (several available by others now). Managed to figure it out, made her a small throw but paid the price, as her DIL-to-be fell in love with it immediately and bought the yarn for me to make same in queen size, just over 300 motifs! Ends to weave in galore! It's joined like some mile-a-minute projects. Determination and a good system, making 10 at a time, helped me finish it in 2-3 months. Spread out on a king size bed, picture details are blurry, so I added a little cheat sheet (in the corner) I made to help me keep on track as each piece went into production :D Lots of satisfaction and relief when this was done. They truly love it!

Credit goes to this inspiration: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/peacock-feather-java-motif

Completed project: https://www.amazon.com/clouddrive/share/Fw3qlDtXEH81Q5F7PTZXmsapzF273Rpo9OscYT2ER9Y

I'm sorry but I don't know. It was a tiny roll I got from my sister, who bought it years ago. If she remembers the brand, I'll tell you~

EDIT: She doesn't remember :( So I tried looking too, and Caron's Baby Rainbow yarn is preeetty close

I'm part of a group making fruit and veg for a Harvest Swap. As we're going to be making quite a few, we have a book we use which can be found here - I'm not sure where our copy came from, but this is the same book!

Most of the patterns are great, but I struggled a bit with the instructions for the leaves on this one, so I just freehanded it!

Yarn is just a chunky with a 6mm hook.

I was eyeing them on amazon for weeks and last night said to myself - why don’t I just make it!?! I used scrap Bernat Blanket yarn, I just single crocheted (tight tension) two rows (used back post on chain to make the edge nice), then attached to the beginning (so it was one big circle you could say), lay flat so there's two layers, then just used more yarn to sew the areas to create the separate hand and foot holes.

It’s not the best, I eyeballed everything and was lazy and didn’t measure out the holes to be totally even throughout the length of it but it works and it’s comfy on my hands!! Saved myself 20 bucks!

Edit: If anyone is curious what it's used for, here's the amazon link (is this allowed?) I didn't know this existed until a few weeks ago and it works really well!

I’ve used Amazon to buy any straps for bags that aren’t for myself. For myself I’ve made my bags in colors of straps I could remove from store bought purses I already owned.

The strap on this was Amazon. I search for replacement purse straps crossbody. They have wide and narrow. I’ve bought from different sellers but the one I’ve used the most is https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0768J7TNL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=For more narrow straps: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0736PG2RC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There are other sellers on Amazon that I’ve used in the past.

Looks like the Clover set is just under $32 on Amazon.

Honestly I've stood in Michael's so many times thinking I was about to get an amazing deal, only to do some Googling (on their very convenient free wifi) and realize that even with the coupon I was just getting the going rate. Which might sometimes still be worth it if I'm there already, but isn't as exciting as thinking I won the crafting lottery.

Can you use a retractable claw? One like this: https://www.amazon.com/RAM-PRO-Flexible-Grabber-Retractable-Retriever/dp/B01LM2L50I/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537415875&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=snake+claw+tool&psc=1

That there is a front post double crochet -- basically the same as a normal double crochet, but instead of going through the loops you go around the post of the stitch. It raises the stitch up to make that pattern. It's also used extensively in cables.

Singer Knitting Machine https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GPTR62/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_5BbRub1T5TNSF

Picked mine up for a dollar at a sale :) It does drop stitches quite often. So it's perfect for little littles that can't do loom knitting. ( or actual knit / crochet)

I like to keep my ends kind of long, and then I use a finishing needle to weave them in, first along the row and then a little into the same color work, just to keep it secure.

This is a pretty good tutorial using a regular yarn needle

I have also been able to weave in with short ends like that, you basically just want to pull those down into the work so they are hidden and secure.

I'm normally not a fan of granny squares but your stitches and the color choices sold me. Now I want to make one! Haha.

Even though it's a different color palette, it reminds me of this book, which I have fond memories of. I can see a lot of care went into it. Great job!

You want a cotton tube "yarn" instead of unspun roving. Something like this: https://ohhio.com/product/ohhio-braid/

Or this:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JF34DSK/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_imm_t1_MOx-FbBVEFZQ2

I have heard that you can soak it in a bucket of water with almost an entire bottle of hair conditioner. Then stretch gently and dry flat. I think there is an actual product marketed for your situation but I can remember the name of the stuff.

Edit. I found it. the stuff I have never used it but I guess it’s one of those situations where even if you fail you are only right back where you are right now.

Is it this? Otherwise, I don't think you can make a sweater with only 600 yards of yarn. I have made a triangle shawl with that amount of yarn, but there's no way you could make something with a front, back, and long sleeves.

I watch tv, listen to podcasts, or listen to audiobooks. I find TV works best if it's something that is mostly audio (sitcoms work pretty well for this) or a favorite that I don't need to actually pay attention to. Podcasts and audiobooks work great though. I highly suggest you check your library for audiobooks, both in physical form and see if they have online audiobooks you can check out; Librivox is great as well for older books, I especially recommend the entire Oz series (L Frank Baum) if you haven't read them before. I also like taking my crochet for a coffee date with friends, it's nice to chat and work (but make sure your friend doesn't find it rude!).

I work with a lot of older people who have had arthritis for ages. Most of them have resorted to using their hands as little as possible, which actually makes things worse. Movement and exercise are so important for arthritis.

We use a full range of joint movement, which I encourage them to repeat at home as much as they can. I've had women come in after a few weeks, happy as can be, finally able to turn a doorknob or do other little things around the house without pain.

If it's tendonitis, you'll need to do the opposite and rest the hand, maybe even in a brace, for a few days until the inflammation goes down. Then make it a habit to go through range of motion and stretches with each finger and the wrists before doing anything with crochet or other tasks.

This is why it's important to have a doctor you can trust and get along with. And chance you can find a new one? I know it can be hard if you live in an area with not many to pick from =\

Edit: I'm not a medical professional, just a former nurse who now works in yoga therapy.

I use this method to create bobbins for C2C, it's great! If there are lots of color changes, sometimes I clip them on to a clothes hanger in order instead of the edge of the work to keep them out of my way.

Edit: I use clips like these and have had 15+ bobbins going at a time for graphgans.

Clover amour these are going to be most peoples recommendations, they are a good middle of the road crochet hook, not super fancy like furls, not bargain basement offbrand boye, currently on sale even. my friend that uses these swears by them, to the point of cursing herself for not getting them earlier than she did

I suggest a shawl, but I’m biased because I just finished one and loved it, lol. But it only takes one cake of yarn and won’t get too big to haul around. I use these cheap yarn bags to hold the skein and then it doesn’t unravel or tangle. Enjoy your holiday!

You can use bobby pins, safety pins, scraps of yarn, or plastic stitch markers like these. I start out counting and pinning every ten stitches until I'm on a roll. After that I check my stitch count after 5 or 10 rows. 🙂

My eyesight has gotten worse over the years. I bought the neatest rechargeable headset that I can wear over my glasses. It's got 4 different lenses that, in combination with my glasses, allows me to see the tiniest of stitches. The only drawback is I have to hold the work about 3 inches away from my nose. So, if you can do this sort of work without extra lenses enjoy it while you can. If not, maybe invest in a headpiece with lenses. I have tried several over the years and this one from Amazon is the best yet. It is USD $32.99.

I use this to hold my hooks and all my crochet supplies. I put the hooks I use often in the middle flap, and the one I am currently using in the front pocket. It perfectly fits everything!

EASTHILL Big Capacity Pencil Pen Case Office College School Large Storage High Capacity Bag Pouch Holder Box Organizer Light Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H6KNP9R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_WSHNJA1MMZNC5HTEK6W1?psc=1

You can buy the pattern book on amazon here

Fat Fabulous Ladies crochet https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/9082304856/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_jDLTvbZ4VECKQ

It's also available in dutch, just Google dikke dames haken

Yeah, I picked out a shelf with asymmetrical shelves from the local -mart, and some of those cloth boxes in my favorite color, but my hubby says no more shelves. There's a wall of shelves in the office covered in books for our home library, so he says no more shelves.

Stan was made using Red Heart Super Saver in bright yellow and spring green. I have a soft spot for cute fatties, and he fits the bill just right!

Pattern was purchased on Etsy and can be found here. There is also a dinosaur trio pack of patterns available, and it is taking a lot of self restraint to not buy every single one of her patterns.

Took approx 5 hours to work up.

I second the whipstitch. You will also need to weave in the ends to prevent any additional unraveling. The key to keeping that yarn in there is to pull the yarn through your work in one direction, skip a stitch, and then pull it back through in the opposite direction. Step 5 of the above link covers this.

If they don't have a copy, ask if they do interlibrary borrowing/loans. Different libraries have different names for it but interlibrary borrowing/loans is a general term. They usually won't charge you for it. Check out WorldCat.org for libraries around you that might have the book.

It was really easy to follow! There were some bits where it said something like “starting in the third stitch...”and if I did that, the count was off. Just so you don’t have to unravel like I did! for the white at the end, I found it was difficult to get all the strands in, so I used a hair tool I have called a “topsy tail” and it made it soooooo much easier! Here’s the link to the ones I have! topsy tail

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07JQL94M5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_RCCM5EBDS53BXY64SJH0?psc=1

No fun print, but it's a nice blue. I got the small size and it fits all the hooks perfectly, but I only own up to the 10mm size. I've used makeup bags for a while to hold all my hooks and tools, and they're like the best.

I’m in the US, and I’ve never seen them in stores here. I’m pretty sure the only way to get them is online. They have a similar box on Amazon here but I’m sure you could find other color/types as well. They also are occasionally sold on Etsy

This is my first crochet, it looks it awful hahah, it's a gift for my lovers birthday. All I can say is, I wish I could get a better and bigger hook, I was on a small budget but WOW this material is amazing for the yarn, it was extremly cheap, about 6 dollars for 2, here's the link for anyone wanting it! It's thick and soft for gloves, hats, scarfs material. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0042TOIVC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_S6NN3CQCNEATNQNVV0AA

I can second that that set has nice big easy to grip handles, and you can usually find it a few dollars cheaper at walmart (at least in mine its 23 and some change) I ended up passing mine on as I prefer inline heads but other than a minor issue with one of the handles slipping off (which I mostly blame on me being rough on things like that and a few drops of superglu fixed right up) they served my poor abused wrists well for a year.

if something slightly larger is needed this guy works well for a older lady I know and can be used with susan bates hooks too, though they are slightly shorter so leave less working space at the end.

Hairpin lace! If you want to try it out, I recommend getting a long loom. The beginner one I got from Amazon was pretty short and it was hard to work with, to be honest, but it got the job done after I kinda got the hang of it and got creative.

Not sure if they're the same, they look the same. Amazon has them.

Retro Crochet Hooks Set Ergonomic Grip Handle - Crochet Knitting Needles Knit Kit in Case - Great Gift for Her! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06W5MS6KP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aIA6ybMAZ3754

Don't have a picture at the moment. But I have relatively small space and use one of those sweater stackers that hang in closets. Ironically Amazon marketed it as a yarn organizer anyway.

Here is Amazons picture. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JX11KYC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You could add more as needed if you are using a closet

Lion Brand Yarn 135-131 Hometown USA Yarn, Atlanta Apricot https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008G4YRX8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EOH4BbMMEV2T8

I don’t know if this helps, but it’s in stock on amazon in the US.

I ordered them on amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Fluffy-Pompom-Scarves-Charms-Popular/dp/B071CPQYD5/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542750339&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=faux+fur+pom+pom&dpPl=1&dpID=51WcveUftZL&ref=plSrch

Is this it on the amazon link? Not sure if you’re in Canada or not but I am and would be willing to order it and ship it to you after if you can’t from your location. :) Deborah Norville Collection Serenity Garden Yarn-Crocus https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00558ULX8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_48MuFb1K9SCYW

Edit: there are 3 skeins left!

I got the LAMXD off Amazon because it can handle bigger skeins of yarn. It's very sturdy and all the gears are metal so it should last a long time.

I use Sock Stop. I've used it on my toddler's footie pajamas and on crocheted slipper socks.

Viva Decor Vdabs121-80110 Abs Sock Stop Paint 82ml-Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XGXOEQ/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_TrMRBb02NKCGB

For past weather I use https://www.wunderground.com and you can look up past weather for a month at a time and get highs, lows, and averages for each day on one page. I’ve seen other people use xmasis also

https://www.wunderground.com/history/daily/us/ny/new-york-city/KLGA/date/1975-2-12 You may have to play around with this a bit to get the dates, and it’s not the exact location, but it’s close-ish. Usually places like airports are the ones who record weather data. You’ll just have to figure out the closest airport to where your mom is from.

https://www.wunderground.com/history/daily/us/ky/florence/KCVG/date/2018-1-1

Just change your location at the top of the page and you should be able to find them. You'll have to change the date each time because I don't think there's a list for the whole year.

There are some online color wheels/scheme pickers that might help a lot. This one is by adobe and you can save it as well. And here is another that you can try out to see which you may like better.

These! They are the best purchase for yarn needles I have ever got. Nice container. Good number of curved ones. Absolutely worth it.

'fancy' and 'high quality' kind of vary by what you want to do, the most like luxurious ones are furls hooks, but if you do a lot of tiny work with thread those are no good, not enough small sizes. Another higher end option is checking etsy for interchangeable crochet handle sets, the turned ones are lovely but I warn you with them that the sizes are off, things will turn out looser, which isn't always a bad thing, just something to keep in mind.

are your current metal ones boye or susan bates, should be on the little thumb rest place with size information and I really only ask because if you learned on one switching to the other can have a bit of a learning curve, neither is better than the other, the tools are just a conduit for creativity, after all.

Clover Amour are a good set of hooks, a lot of people swear by them, and you can get them in every size from 'trying to crochet with a nylon thread' to ' I didn't know yarn came in rope sizes' pretty easily.

I personally have a set of Susan Bates silvalume soft ergonomics, sadly can't buy them as a set but yarnspirations.com shipping was pretty fast and they aren't terribly priced.

Other brands I've heard good things about but never had the pleasure of using would be Prym and Tulip Etimo.

And stitch markers can be anything from these to paper clips, pieces of yarn, or bobby pins. You'll get the hang of it with practice. 🙂

IDK how OP made these, but I have seen moulds for epoxy pours on amazon https://www.amazon.com/Crochet-Crystal-Silicone-Knitting-Sweaters/dp/B08RSBL5B1

Definitely go for cheaper and more comfortable sets! the more expensive ones are kind of a bust most of the time lol. this is one that i recommended yesterday because i bought a kit just like this a few months back (even though it sold out :/ this is a second best!) https://www.amazon.com/BCMRUN-Crochet-Ergonomic-Knitting-Arthritic/dp/B07KNZYLP9

most kits for for about 100+ dollars but this one is also just as great and comfortable if you’re crocheting for a long time

You want something with rubber grips, for sure. No personal experience with arthritis, but the ergonomic grips are great for your wrists even if you don't have arthritis.

boye is a good name brand to try. They have a set on Amazon here

Thank you! I’m working off the Autumn Orange pattern from a book I got! So far I’m pretty happy with it!

Aran Afghans to Crochet https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00HLS404G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_yKT3FbVRD4VYP

Join us in the woods on Samhain for spooky spells and...yarn winding...

Seriously though, I thought the giant windmill set up in the back of my LYS was some kind of hocus pocus too until I invested in my own. Basic winder from Michaels I think with a coupon? Then splurged more for this style of swift. It comes apart and stores as basically a long plank that I can tuck away easily. https://www.amazon.com/Stanwood-Needlecraft-Tabletop-Wooden-2-5-6-Feet/dp/B0067MMCD8/ref=asc_df_B0067MMCD8/

It was game changer for me to start winding and making my own cakes. Perfect pulls nearly every time now.

I ordered these little pad things on amazon for a crop top I made. They're like bikini inserts but have a little bit of push up. There are three colors so you can see what works best and sew them in.

Depending on how large your amigurumi are, I’d buy the small assorted yarns from Amazon. They’re not badly priced, and they’re so much fun, deciding on the spot what colors to use. There are a lot of options, but here is one that I’ve used!

Would thin cotton gloves help, something like these?

I bought a really cheap set on Amazon. The brand is be craftee. It comes in a zip case with tape measure, scissors, tapestry needles and stitch markers.

This is the set... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00Y7QWHUO/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_i_sHDkFb7RXR446

However I reaaaaaalllllyyy want clover amour, so I'll be replacing my set slowly.

I only started during the pandemic so I am only new and don't really have much to compare against.

Mohawk!

Those are adorable! I love them, and the color you chose. Lovely.

ETA: Here is the link if anyone is interested. She has some really cute patterns in her shop. https://www.etsy.com/listing/103342186

I highly recommend my favorite etsy seller.

He makes custom hooks in addition to the ones he already has up. I've purchased quite a few of them and they're pretty much all I crochet with anymore. Pricey, but so worth it.

I find audio books help since they have some "find out what happens next" factor which persuades me to sit down and crochet, I can't even say how many projects I went through listening to David Clarke's reading of The Count of Monte Cristo which is 54 hours total, as soon as that was done I moved on to his Phantom of the Opera reading at Opera Vox Audiobooks...

Worth a try at least!

u/SassySSS also turned me on to an etsy lady, stargazinglily, who has a nice set available.

I bought mine from KnitPicks, however, because I was working on bumping up an order to that $50 free shipping mark. :-)

EDIT: Punctuation. Because details.

This item is actually on sale in my Etsy store: Here

I'm really proud with how this project turned out. I started it as an experiment/practice with the crocodile stitch then turned it into a hood.

Remember to increase at the corners. When I make granny squares I do 3 double crochets into the corner, then chain two, then three more double crochets. That is one corner. Those 2 chains bend to make pointy corners. My first round is very round looking, but by the second round they are always very square with pointy ends, and the ends seem to get more defined with the more rounds I use.

I think this is the most helpful link I've seen. http://www.craftstylish.com/item/1437/granny-square-how-to/page/all

Also, I'm sure you already have your pattern figured out, but I thought I would throw this in just to be helpful! It's a great pikachu pattern! http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/03AL/GO6V69JD/FBJ03ALGO6V69JD.MEDIUM.jpg

Good luck!

Thank you :)! I bought the pattern here: https://www.amigurumipatterns.net/shop/YukiYarn-designs/Fritz-the-Frog/ but if you dont want to buy a pattern you can look here: https://vk.com/photo-111897652_403514483?rev=1. This one looks very similar and is also very cute.

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You don't get to see the stitch guide in the preview, but it's basic stuff anyway, as far as I can tell.

https://books.google.com/books?id=Hc2xAwAAQBAJ&pg=PA9&dq=%22sweetheart+ripple%22&hl=en&sa=X&ei=c1uwVNL-O4adyQSL0IKACw&ved=0CB0Q6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=%22sweetheart%20ripple%22&f=false