"Childrens Hospital Donation"

"Childrens Hospital Donation"
This is the load of Baby Hats, Blankies, Teddy's Bears & Dolls we took to
Childrens Hospital In Little Rock today.. There are over 400 Baby hats...

Monday, December 28, 2015

Yarn Bowls

                                        Yarn Bowls © Joe Ottendorf


Last year when yarn bowls came out and all the knitters and
crocheters wanted one, I also wanted one, but knew we couldn't
afford one. They were selling anywhere from $20.- to &55.- & $65.-
and that my friends will buy alot of grocery's.

Christmas 2014
 Every Christmas, My brother & wife come to spend Christmas
with Mom (for those of you who don't know, My Mom lives next
door to us) and they brought a friend with them (Joe Ottendorf).
They called me over and Joehad brought me a green yarn bowl and
presented it to me for Christmas. I was on top of the world because
I had wanted one and couldn't justify spending the money on one.
Joe makes them from pottery and I fell in love with my yarn bowl...
I told Joe I would treasure it always and thanked him and have used
my bowl 24/7 for the entire year, and when I thought of Joe's
gift I've sent special Prayers Heaven ward in his behalf..

Christmas 2015
 Well yeasterday my brother (Lanny & wife Delores) came down
from Branson to spend the day with Mom again, and yes they brought
Joe with them again. Mom called me over there again (I try to stay at
home so Lanny can have some one on one time alone with Mom when
he comes to visit as I do when my Sister (Stacy) comes to visit). I went
over and Joe presented me with another yarn bowl, this time is Brick
Oven Red and just as beautiful as my green one. Again I thanked him
for his loving gift and said I'd treasure it always,

For someone who wanted a yarn bowl, and never said anything to
anyone about wanting one, God knew my heart and used Joe to Bless
me not once but twice with yarn bowls... Thank You Jesus

I'm thinking I'll use my green bowl for my knitting, and my red one
for Crocheting, Maybe... smile, or maybe both or knitting, only the
Lord knows...

Joe Ottendorf makes and sells his Pottory Yarn Bowls (made by
hand here in the Ozarks - Look on the bottom of bowls, you'll see
Joe's name and Made in the Ozarks along with the year he made it) in
 Craft Stores in Branson, soif your wanting one, You'd be Blessing a
"Vet", as well as Blessing a "Hillbilly" here and from the Ozarks.
 Look for Joe's Pottory Yarn Bowls and I thank you inadvance for
your support

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

JMSQ's Earwarmers

 "JMSQ "Copyright © 2015

9 Needles

CO 16

1.) Knit 1 row
2.) k4, p2, k4, p2, k4

Repeat row's 1 & 2 for a total of 100 rows,
then Knit across & Bind Off

Turn right sides together, sew edges together, now you
can make an I-Cord or wrap long tail around seam to
make a bow. I made an I Cord long enough to wrap
around and tie securly

Black one with I Cord, Brown one with wrap around

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Christmas Balls (2 Patterns) (K)

                                  Christmas Balls  © Julie Smith 11/2015

2 Needle method (no needle size given)

CO 13 sts
kfb of each st to end of row (26 sts)

Row's 1,3,5,7,9 : knit across
Row's 2,4,6,8,10: purl across
Change color:
knit 4 rows,
knit next row
purl next row,
knit next row,
purl next row
*K2 tog *repeat across

With long tail, loop through remaining sts,
(I'd crochet a hanging loop of 14 sts now) then whip st
along side seam, stuff and sew bottom closed

                                 Christmas Balls © JMSQ 11/2015

{KNITTING IN THE ROUND}

4.5 double pointed needles

(Leave long tail) CO 13 sts - place 4 sts on 1 needle,
5 sts on next needle, 4 sts on last  needle, place marker

kfb [knit front & back] of each st to end of row.(26 sts)

knit 10 rows
Change color:
knit 1 row
Purl 2 rows
knit 5 rows.
*K2tog, *Repeat around,
*Leave long tail, and weave through sts remaining
on needle, pull tight and secure.
I ch 14 (F or G hook)and join forming a loop for
hanging on a tree
Make eyes & mouth on ball of your choice
With long tail on beginning co 13, weave in and out along bottom of ball, stuff with fiber
fill and pull tight, secure and fasten off


Saturday, October 31, 2015

Homeless Packs

Homeless Packs
These are 2 different types of homeless packs you can put together to give to those who are less fortunate & or homeless.
 
The top photo show a great pack to keep in your car (1 for each person in your family) just in case of an emergency. One never knows when you might have a need for this and you would thrilled to have something to nibble on if broken down waiting for help to come along.

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

2 Crocheted Hairnets

Crocheted Hair Net – {PATTERN #1 - #2 Below}

Round 1:
Start with 5 chain (ch) and join with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a
ring

Round 2:
4ch (this counts as the first double crochet (dc) now & throughout)
1dc in same place as sl st (effectively behind the join, forming a
V), ch **2dc in next st, ch 1dc in next st, ch {you can crochet into the
space instead of the stitch} repeat (rep) from ** to end of row (15dc)
join with sl st

Round 3:
4ch 1dc in same place as sl st ch 1dc, ch in each of next 2st
**2dc in next st, ch 1dc, ch in each of next 2st rep from ** to end
of row (20dc) join with sl st

Round 4:
4ch 1dc in same place as sl st ch 1dc, ch in each of next 3st
**2dc in next st, ch 1dc, ch in each of next 3st rep from ** to end
of row (25dc) join with sl st

Continue increasing like this until the hair net is the diameter for
you. Then you need to do 1dc in each st around the row. After this
you decrease (dec). I generally do 8dc then dec 9 & 10 for the first
row. Then I do about 5dc and dec 6 & 7 for the next row. It really
depends on the size of the hair net as to how you dec.

Once you have finished, you can crochet in a hair band or tie off and
thread elastic through stitching the ends together once it has been
woven through the last row.


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
PATTERN #2
Crocheted Hair Net

Round 1 Start with 5 chain (ch) and join with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a ring

Round 2 4ch (this counts as the first double crochet (dc) now & throughout)
1dc in same place as sl st (effectively behind the join, forming a V), ch

**2dc in next st, ch 1dc in next st, ch {you can crochet into the space instead of the stitch}
repeat (rep) from ** to end of row (15dc)
join with sl st 

Round 3 4ch 1dc in same place as sl st ch
1dc, ch in each of next 2st

**2dc in next st, ch 1dc, ch in each of next 2st
rep from ** to end of row (20dc)
join with sl st 

Round 4 4ch 1dc in same place as sl st ch
1dc, ch in each of next 3st

**2dc in next st, ch 1dc, ch in each of next 3st
rep from ** to end of row (25dc)
join with sl st 

Continue increasing like this until the hair net is the diameter for you. Then you need to do 1dc in each st around the row. After this you decrease (dec). I generally do 8dc then dec 9 & 10 for the first row. Then I do about 5dc and dec 6 & 7 for the next row. It really depends on the size of the hair net as to how you dec.
Once you have finished, you can crochet in a hair band or tie off and thread elastic through stitching the ends together once it has been woven through the last row.

Snood / Hairnet

Snood / Hairnet

Materials: worsted weight yarn, size H crochet hook, 24” cord elastic

Round 1: Chain 6 and join with a slip stitch in the first chain to form a ring, chain 4 (first double crochet and 1 chain), make 11 double crochets with chain 1 between into the ring, join with a slip stitch in the 3rd chain of the first chain 4.

Round 2: Slip stitch into the next chain 1 span, chain 5 (first double crochet and 2 chains), double crochet in the next chain-1 span, chain 2, *double crochet in the next chain-1 span, chain 2*, repeat from * in each chain-1 span. Join with a slip stitch in the 3rd chain of the first chain-5.

Round 3: Slip stitch into the next chain 2 span, chain 6 (first double crochet and 3 chains), double crochet in the next span, chain 3, *double crochet, chain 3)*, repeat from * in each span. Join with a slip stitch in the 3rd chain of the first chain-6. (12 double crochets with chain-3 spans between)

Round 4: Slip stitch into the center of the next chain-3 span, single crochet in the span, chain 6, *single crochet in the next chain-3 span, chain 6*, repeat from * in each span. Join with slip stitch in the single crochet of the first span.

Rounds 5 through 10: Repeat Round 4, adding 1 chain to each span in every other round; rounds 5 & 6 - chain 7, rounds 7 & 8 – chain 8, rounds 9 & 10 - chain 9.

Round 11: Slip stitch in the first 3 chains of the next chain-9 span, single crochet in the span, chain 8, skip 3 chains and single crochet in the next chain of same span, chain 8 * single crochet in 3rd stitch of next chain-9 span, chain 8 skip 3 chains, single crochet in the next chain of same span, chain 8* repeat from * in each span. Join with a slip stitch in the single crochet of the first chain-8 span. (24 chain-8 spans)

Round 12: Slip stitch to the center of the next chain-8 span, single crochet, chain 9, *single crochet in the center of the next chain-8 span, chain 9*, repeat from * in each span. Join with a slip stitch in the single crochet of the first chain-9 span.

Round 13: Repeat Round 12, adding 1 chain to every span.

Round 14: Slip stitch to center of next chain-10 span, single crochet, chain 5, *single crochet in the center of the next chain-10 span, chain 5*, repeat from * in each span. Join with a slip stitch in the single crochet of the first chain 5span. (25 chain-5 spans)

Round 15: Securely tie ends of cord elastic to form a circle, adjusting for comfort. Slip stitch into next chain 5 span, chain 1, 3 single crochets in the same span, working over the cord elastic, *3 single crochets in next chain*, repeat from * around working over elastic Join with a slip stitch in the first single crochet. Fasten off and weave in yarn ends.

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Knitted Knockers

As you can see I've been busy making some Knitted Knockers. The 4 that
are stuffed and ready to be worn. I carry with me when I'm out in public
so when someone asks what I'm knitting I can show them and offer some
to them if they are in need. The others are ready to be stuffed and shared
with other as needed.


Knockers are always free of charge and given to women who have gone
through cancer or any type of breast surgery's etc.. If your in need of a
knitted knockers there is a form on the website
http://www.knittedknockers.org to fill out and usually within a weeks
time the mail man will deliver it to you, (always completely free of charge)


If you would like to knit or crochet some knockers, there are free
patterns to download for your use also FREE of charge. Also if
you wanting to knit in the round (with 4 needles) there is a wonderful
step by step video to show you how and what to do. There is
also a 2 needle pattern for normal knitting. and yes a crochet
pattern as well.


You can make them up and give them away in your community, ~OR~
make them up and send in a box full to Barbara Demorest @
Knitted Knockers 1780 Iowa St Bellingham WA. 98229 and she and her
group of volenteers will stuff them and send them out to ladies waiting
to receive them


Knitted Knockers:
http://www.knittedknockers.org


Knitted Knockers - find us on face book and join the wonderful
group of women touching other women's lives and making a
difference with our gift of love.

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Teddy Bear Puppets

Perfect for toddles, pre-school children and your local hospital for giving to children going through the Emergency Room, it brings them much comfort.


Measurments:
Size 6 Needles = 7 1/4"
Size 8 Needles = 7 1/2"

NOTES: Make 2: Sew together along both sides and along top
You can KNIT all rows if desired or follow my pattern below

CO = Cast On
BO = Bind Off

* You can make your bear puppets in 1 color, or change as described below
~~~~~~~~~~
CO 18 sts
Row,s 1-5: K2, P2 across
Row,s 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20: Knit across
Row's 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21: Purl across

Starting Arms:
Row 22: CO 10 sts, knit across (28 sts)
Row 23: CO 10 sts, Knit across (38 sts)
Row's 24-19: Knit Across

Begin Decrease:
Row 30: BO 10 sts, Knit Across (28 sts)
Row 31: BO 10 sts, Knit Across (18 STS)

Begin Face: Change colors to face color
Row's 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42: Knit Across
Row's 33, 35, 37, 39, 41, 43: Purl Across
Row's 44-47: Knit Across & Bind Off Leave Long tail

sew together along both sides & top.

Pinch top of ears and stitch in place
Add eyes, nose & mouth

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Knitted Knockers

                        http://www.Knittedknockers.org/

Knitted Knocker are special handmade breast prosthesis for women who have undergone mastectomies or other procedures to the breast.

Crochet & Knitted Patterns available if you would like to make some to help other women...

This is my stash of Knitted Knockers that I'm getting ready to send in for stuffing and giving to others who are in need of them... As you can see the 2 grey ones on the right have been stuffed as well as the multi colored one right next to them in the front,  After they are stuffed they are ready to go to the women who need them ALWAYS FREE of charge....
~ JMSQ 7/6/2015  

Also feel free to contact link request a knitted knocker. Request form found                 http://www.Knittedknockers.org/

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Pineapple Square


H Hook - I used Peaches & Cream Cotton and it measured 14" x 14"
G Hook - WW yarn would measure 12" x 12"

I am making a table cloth with this pattern, so I am using the peaches & Cream 100% cotton, and when I'm finished I will take a photo of completed tablecloth & trim for you to see... JMSQ

NOTE's:
A.) Beginning Shell, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same st
B.) Shell, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same st
C.) ALWAYS sl st in center of shell at the beginning of
    each row unless directed otherwise
D.) V st - 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc in same st


1.) ch 4, join, ch 2, 2 dc in same st, ch 1, * 3 dc, ch 1
*Repeat 32 more times, join to top of ch 3. (4 sets of 3dc, ch 1)


2.) Sl st into ch 1 space, ch 3 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in same st, ch 1 *Repeat around, join to top of ch 3 (**3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 1 in same space)


3.) sl st to center of shell, beg. shell, ch 1, *in next ch 2 space, (1 dc, ch 3, 1 dc, ch 1 in the same space, in the next ch 2 space shell in shell space, ch 2 *Repeat around, join


4.)Sl st to center of shell, beg shell  in this space, ch 1,* 7 dc in ch 3 space, ch 1, shell in corner, ch 1, *Repeat around, Join


5.)Beg. shell in center of shell, ch 2, *1 dc, ch 1 in each of the 7 dc's, ch 2, shell in center of shell, ch 1, *Repeat around, join


6.) Ch 3, skip 2 dc, shell in shell, ch 1, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in next dc, ch 3 *sc in ch 1 space, ch 3, (*Repeat 5 more times)ch 3, 1 dc in last dc 1st dc of shell, ch 1, shell in shell... **Repeat around Join


7.) ch 5, **shell in shell, ch 3, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in next st, ch 3,
*sc in ch 3 space ch 3, *Repeat 4 morne times, 1 dc in next dc, ch 3,
shell in shell ** Repeat around, join


8.) ch 4, 1 dc in same st, ch 1, 1 dc in ch 3 space, ch 1, 1 dc in 1st dc, ch 1, shell in shell, ch 1, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in last dc of shell, ch 1, 1 dc in sh 3 space, ch 1, V st in next st, , ch 3, sc in ch 3 space of pineapple, ch 3, *Repeat 3 more times, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, shell in shell, *Repeat Around, join


9.) V st, ch 1, 1 dc ch 3, skip 1, 1 dc in next ch 2, shell in shell, ch 2, 1 dc in next st, ch 3, skip next dc, 1 dc in next st, ch 2, V st in next st, ch 3, *sc in ch 3 space on pineapple, ch 3 *Repeat 2 more times, ch 3, V st in next st, ch 2, 1 dc in next st, ch 3, skip 2 dc, 1 dc in next st, ch 3, skip 1 dc, 1 dc in next ch 3, shell in shell


10.) ch 3, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, *shell in shell, ch 1, skip 1 st, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1 , 1 dc in ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 3, (sc, ch 3 in pineapple space, *Repeat 1 more time), ch 3, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in ch space, ch 1 1 dc in next st, ch 1, 1 dc in ch space, ch 1, 1 dc in next st, ch 1, shell in shell. * Repeat around, join


11.) *1 sc in each st to center of shell, *(sc, ch 1, sc in center of shell), 1 sc in each st (11 sts) to ch 3 just before pineapple, 1 sc in ch 3 space, 1 sc in next st, 1 sc in ch 3 sp, 1 sc in next st, 1 sc in next sch 3 space just after pineapple st, 1 sc in next st, I sc in each of next (11 sts) to center of shell, *Repeat around, join


12.) * 1 sc in each st to corner 1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc in corner, 1 sc in each st to next shell* Repeat, join and fasten off


tuck in tail unless making table cloth, then leave long tail for sewing squares together...

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Gnome Misfit Dolls

                       "JMSQ "Copyright © March 2015

Redheart WW yarn
H Hook
BEGIN WITH GNOME HAT, THEN GO INTO PATTERN BELOW

GNOME HAT:
1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join, ch 1 (6)
ALL EVEN ROWS, 2, 4,6,8,10,12,14: 1 sc in each
st around, join, ch 1
3.) *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (9)
5.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (12)
7.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (15)
9.) *1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (18)
11.) *1 sc in each of next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (21)
13.)  *1 sc in each of next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (24)


Continue on row 6 with pattern below...

Head:
1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd sc from hook, join, ch 1 (6)
2.) 2 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (12)
3.) *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next *Repeat around, join, ch 1 (18)
4.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, *repeat around,
 join, ch 1 (24)
5.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (24)
6.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (30)
7-13.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (30)

BEGIN DECREASE:

14.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 1 sc 2 sc tog (dec), *repeat
around, join, ch 1 (24)

*** Now is the easest time to place eyes on dolls head,
place eyes between rows 9 & 10, between 2-4 sts apart

PLACE MOUTH BETWEEN ROW 14 & 15

15.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 1 sc 2 sc tog (Dec), *repeat
 around, join, ch 1 (18)
16.) *1 sc in next, 1 sc  2 tog (DEC), *Repeat around, join,
ch 1 (12)

STUFF HEAD

***IF CHANGING COLORS FOR BODY, NOW IS THE TIME
BEGIN INCREASE

17.) *1 sc in next, 2 sc in next, *Repeat around, join, ch 1 (18)
18.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (18)
19.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (24)
20.)  *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (30)
21-27.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1, (30)

begin decrease
28.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (24)
29.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (18)
30.) *1 sc in next st, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around, join,
ch 1 (12)
31.) *2 tog (dec), *Repeat around, (6),

STUFF BODY
finish off leaving long tail to close botton of doll


HANDS & LEGS - Make 4
Ball Hands & Legs

1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd st from hook, join, ch 1 (6)
2.) 2 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (12)
3.) *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around,
Join, ch 1 (18)
4-5.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (18)

BEGIN DECREASE

6.) *1 sc in next st, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (12)
7.) *2 sc 2 tog (dec) *Repeat around, Join ch 1 (6)

Stuff Balls:

BEGIN LEGS & ARMS
8-20: 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (6)
Fols in half, sl st both front & back together (3),
Finish off leaving tail to sew arms & legs into place

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Misfit Dolls

                               "JMSQ "Copyright © 3/25/2015

                                         Q- Twins
                         (L) Quillan Edward (Eddie)
                         (R) Quillanne Elizabeth (Lizzie)

The Q-Twins were in inspiration for my dolls, Quillanne was my 1st
doll made and I just thought she was so sweet, visions of her twin
brother Quillan were made in my mind, but as it turned out, he was
actually my 4th dolls made... I love the names Quillan & Quillanne
so thus it belongs to these little lovely's.


These are my Misfits. (I hear the song in Rudolff the red nose raindeer,
 Why am I such a misfit).

 These dolls are each made by hand, each have their own character and
personality, each filled with love , and await the love of a child.

 They help teach your child that you are still of high value even with
all your imperfections. None of us are perfect, but we all need to be
loved.

 Some have flowers, X's, some of the legs might have different colored
feet, ears maybe, even or the same color, I make them as God leads,..
Fun to share

 I'm giving God all the Glory in this project of love,
(1 Corinthians 13:4-8b NIV - LOVE  NEVER FAILS)

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

*** NOTE:
I've been asked to share my pattern with you all, this is the basic
doll pattern (below) along with the heart & 2 hat patterns.. Let your
creative juices begin to flow as you make this wonderful fun
doll to share with those you love... JMSQ 4/14/2015

  "JMSQ "Copyright © March 2015
Redheart WW yarn
H Hook

NOTE:
If making a gnome misfit, make gnome hat first, then continue with
pattern on row 6...

1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd sc from hook, join, ch 1 (6)
2.) 2 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (12)
3.) *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next *Repeat around, join, ch 1 (18)
4.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, *repeat around,
 join, ch 1 (24)
5.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (24)
6.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (30)
7-13.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (30)

BEGIN DECREASE:

14.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 1 sc 2 sc tog (dec), *repeat
around, join, ch 1 (24)
*** Now is the easest time to place eyes on dolls head,
place eyes between rows 9 & 10, between 2-4 sts apart

PLACE MOUTH BETWEEN ROW 14 & 15

15.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 1 sc 2 sc tog (Dec), *repeat
around, join, ch 1 (18)
16.) *1 sc in next, 1 sc  2 tog (DEC), *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (12)

STUFF HEAD

***IF CHANGING COLORS FOR BODY, NOW IS THE TIME
BEGIN INCREASE

17.) *1 sc in next, 2 sc in next, *Repeat around, join, ch 1 (18)
18.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (18)
19.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (24)
20.)  *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (30)
21-27.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1, (30)

Begin Decrease

28.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (24)
29.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around,
 join, ch 1 (18)
30.) *1 sc in next st, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (12)
31.) *2 tog (dec), *Repeat around, (6),

STUFF BODY
finish off leaving long tail to close botton of doll


HANDS & LEGS - Make 4
Ball Hands & Legs

1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd st from hook, join, ch 1 (6)
2.) 2 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (12)
3.) *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around, Join,
 ch 1 (18)
4-5.) 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (18)

BEGIN DECREASE

6.) *1 sc in next st, 1 sc 2 tog (dec), *Repeat around, join,
 ch 1 (12)
7.) *2 sc 2 tog (dec) *Repeat around, Join ch 1 (6)

Stuff Balls:

BEGIN LEGS & ARMS
8-20: 1 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (6)
Fols in half, sl st both front & back together (3),
Finish off leaving tail to sew arms & legs into place

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Base Ball Hat - G & H hooks
H hook

1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join, ch 1 (6)
2.) 2 sc in each st around, join, ch 1 (12)
3.) *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around, join,
 ch 1 (18)
4.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around,
 join, ch 1 (24)
5.) * 1 sc in each of next 5 sts, 2 in next, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1
6.) *1 sc in each st around in BLO (Back Loops Only)
7.) 1 sc in each st around, fasten off

*** With G hook, Find center of front of cap,
8-9) 1 sc in next 7 sts, ch 1, turn
10) 1 sc in each of 1st 2 sts tog (dec), 1 sc ub each of next 3 sts,
 1 sc in last 2 sts
tog (dec) ... Fasten off

TRIM:
1 sc in each st around, 2 sc in corners, join, and sew on head

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Sun Bonnet
1.) ch 4, join, ch 2, 11 dc in ring, join, ch 2 (12)
2.) 1 dc in same st as ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join, ch 2 (24)
3.) 1 had in BLO (Back Loops Only) in each st around, join, ch 3
4.) sl st in next st, (BLO), *ch 3, sl st in BLO of next st,
*Repeat around, join ch 3
5-7.) *sl st in next ch space, ch 3, *Repeat around, join, ch 3
CHANGE COLOR IF DESIRED
8.) 3 sc un each sc space around, join, fasten off

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HEART - I use a G hook for my hearts
1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd sc from hook, join, ch 1
2.) 3 sc in 1st ch, 2 sc in 2nd ch, 1 sc in 3rd ch, ch 2 (center point),
1 sc in 4th ch, 2 sc in 5th ch, 3 sc in 6th ch, join in bottom of ch 1 of
heart, fasten off leaving long tail (pull tail through to the back) to
sew on dolls chest

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GNOME HAT:
1.) ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, join, ch 1 (6)
ALL EVEN ROWS, 2, 4,6,8,10,12,14: 1 sc in each st around,
join, ch 1
3.) *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat around,
join, ch 1 (9)
5.) *1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (12)
7.) *1 sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (15)
9.) *1 sc in each of next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (18)
11.) *1 sc in each of next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (21)
13.)  *1 sc in each of next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st, *Repeat
around, join, ch 1 (24)


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Thursday, February 5, 2015

Knit or Crochet a Row, Then Go



This is such a great idea, I wish in the "USA" our favorite Restaurants &
 Dr's Offices, Hospitals, Craft Stores, & Yarn Shops,  Etc. Would set this
 out and help our local children with warm scarfs for the winter,

 I sure would work on a scarf while waiting, you could knit or crochet
 while waiting instead of entertaining yourself of the phone... Oh Yea

 Knit:
 Simply co 18 sts and begin knitting, knit your scarf the length of knitting
 needle 3 times and bind off. Add fringe to both ends or not, it's up tp you

 Crochet:
 Row 1: Ch 18 sts, 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc in each ch across,
 ch 1 turn

Row 2: 1 hdc in each st across (18 sts)

 Row 3: Repeat row 2 until scarf measures about  46" - 50". add fringe
 on ends or not.


 Trust in the Lord with (ALL) your heart and lean not on your own
  understanding; In (ALL) your ways knowledge Him, and He will
  make your paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV) 

Saturday, January 24, 2015

Fidget Muffs (K & C)

You will find both a knitted & crocheted pattern below, You may also use
a pattern of your choice.
                                          
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              Anawim  (Magic Ball = left over yarn remnants)
The word Anawim (pronounced 'on-a-whim' or An-a wheem ) is Hebrew
which has been translated as meaning poor, afflicted, humble or meek.
They are the “faithful remnants” who, even in the worst of times find their
security in the Creator. Indeed, the Anawim are all of us!


 Choose the pattern of your choice {Knit & Crochet patterns below},
and use up all the left over yarn you have as you create a unique colored
Hand-Warmer's filled with the rainbow of colors as in Joseph's coat, &
filled with your beloved prayers

I use mostly WW yarn, but if you are adding sport weight yarn, or baby
weight yarn,  you might want to use 2 strands held together.

Magic Ball -
What is a magic ball, well when I finish knitting or crocheting a project
and have just a little yarn left over, I wind it in a ball, then when the next
project is finsihed and there is just a little yarn left over, I tie it together
with the 1st ball I've started and wind it up, when it get's big enough to
use in a wonderful project such as this, I just grab a magic ball  and start
knitting or crocheting, Great way to use up all your left over yarn while
Blessing another with your gift of love..

NOTE: When using a magic ball of yarn, don't worry about the tails
(knitted pattern)  from joining together, just make sure the tales are on
the purl side, and "NO, YOU DON'T HAVE TO TUCK IN YOUR
TALES". You will only have 2 tails to tuck in, 1 the beginning tail
from your cast on, and 1 from sewing up the seams.

Tid Bits:
Buttons, Bows, Beads, Pockets, Lace, Zippers, Ect. just make sure they
are attached securely to purl side of hand-warmer BEFORE sewing
together
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~Knitted Pattern~
 
10 Needles
Magic Ball of yarn
Tid Bit's (for seniors in nursing homes)

CO 40 sts
Row 1: k across
Row 2: p across

Repeat row's 1 & 2 until piece measures between 20"-22" bind off
with a LONG tail. (between 90 - 100 rows)   depending upon thickness
of yarn)

If piece measures a little smaller or larger it's ok, just make sure
you have a long enough tail for sewing along seam length wise
and the top seams together.LONG TAIL wind around your finger
and tie a bow to hold in place and just move it out of your way
until later when sewing up hand-warmer

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Now decision time; lay your piece out flat, (knit side up) now
it's time to decide which end you want to show off and which
end you want to fold in. fold in 1/2 length wise, then again
width wise, now is the perfect time to decorate so go ahead
and add tid bits (optional) to the side you want to show off.

OK, now thats your done decorating your hand-warmer, it's time
to sew it together.

1.) Fold in 1/2 length wise, (Right sides together) sew down along
LONG seam

2.) now reach your hand into one end of hand-warmer and go to
opposite end and pull inside to opposite opening (your actually
turning this inside out)

3.) flatten with right side up facing you, now reach "inside to
opposit end" and pull end of hand-warmer inside to opposite
end, meeting both ends together. match the seams together and
sew along top edge going through both pieces.
Tuck in tails.
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                                         ~Crochet Pattern~

Measures - {11 1/2" x 22' BEFORE assembled}
                   {5 1/2" x 10" when assembled}

If using a magic ball, crochet tails behind work as you go.

H Hook

1.) ch 40, 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook

2.) ch 2, turn, 1 had in each st across

3-54) Repeat row 2
      DO NOT FASTEN OFF AFTER ROW 54

Decide which end will be decorated, decorate 1/2 of it (this will
be your top front).

Assemble:
Fold cloth in 1/2 length wise (wright sides together, wrong sides
facing out), 1 sc in each st along this side, (DO NOT FASTEN OFF),
now turn inside out with right sides facing out. Reach inside muff to
opposite opening and gently pull edge inside to match other end, now
1 sc in both inside and outter side of opening together around.
 FASTEN OFF & tuck in tails...
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NOTE:
This is a wonderful project for using up all your left over yarns, OR
you can make it in 1 color if desired. I like to add tid bits to it and give
them to seniors to just keep their little hands warm, it also gives them
something to busy themselves with

Tid Bits:
Buttons, Bows, Beads, Pockets, Lace, Zippers, Ect. just make sure
they are attached securely to purl side of hand-warmer BEFORE
sewing together

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{In Honor Of Quillan & Carina}
{Remain In the Vine  John 15:1-8 (NIV) }

Trust in the Lord with (ALL) your heart and lean not on your own
understanding; In (ALL) your ways knowledge Him, and He will
make your paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV)

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Bonding Cloths

Bonding Squares are provided for Mom's whose babies are
in the NICU (neonatal unit).

Each Mother is given 2 matching squares, 1 is kept with
the baby and 1 is kept on Mom's body; Every visit with
the baby Mom swapes the cloths, now Mom has the
1 with the baby's scent on it, and the baby now has Mom's
scent with them, thus bonding

The Bondng cloths help to keep Mom & Baby bonded by
smell in the times they can't physically touch & be
together.

Size 6 Needles
WW Yarn {7 sets of pattern = 5" x 6"}
Sports Weight yarn (8 sets of pattern = 4 1/2"-5" x 5"}

CO 28 sts loosly
Knit 1 row, then follow pattern row's 1-4

Pattern:
1.) Knit Across
2.) k2, p across, k last 2
3.) k 2, k2 tog (2 times); yo, k1 (4 times); k2 tog (4 times);
yo k1 (4 times); k 2 tog (2 times), k last 2
4.) k across

Row 30: K across & BO

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You can use any pattern you want, Hospitals like the bonding cloths
 to be about 5" x 5". I love the fan & feather pattern, I just think happy
thoughts whenever I see it, so thus, I changed it just a tad bit to fit
closely the measurements specified

Monday, January 5, 2015

Bizzy Pillows N Pockets

                               {In Memory Of Mom Q & Aunt Lois}

   Bizzy Pillow's are made in honor/memory of all patients who have
suffered  with Dementia/Alzheimer's disease.

   The Pillows are created to stimulate their brains. All our lives, we learn
to tie bows, work buttons, play with beads, use beads for counting, etc.
These pillows will give the patients something to do with their hands and
thus stimulate the brains...

*** NO this is not a cure for these patients, this is only something to keep
their hands bizzy & stimulate their brains at the same time

 I personally like using the Crochet Granny Squares. However, you can use
knitted squares as well. Make 2 (13x13) or (14"x14"). At the very top of my
pillow you'll see a pink bow tied, it un-ties and now you have a pocket to
add a pillow if desired. or use for keeping PJ's in, or just leave empty.. Add
pockets, ribbons, bells, toys, beads, zippers etc. to 1 side only.
Place both wrong sides together, I used a shell border around mine. You
can do whatever you feel is best for you... Tuck in your ends...


These can be made from a blanket, I highly reccomend using: 
Suzies Stuff rectangler lapghan pattern for this:
http://suzies-yarnie-stuff.blogspot.com/2006/08/rectangle-granny-afghan-pattern_11.html .
I have made Bizzy Pillow's by using this pattern and working 12 complete
rows around, folded it in 1/2 and sew up both sides and trim along top for pillow..


*ALOS, if you'll notice, I use the BRIGHT RED to catch their attention
with pockets, ties etc., Red stimulates the brain.