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TIP: I put the pellets in a paper bag and stapled it shut so none escape from the holes. The pellets I had on hand were tiny. I put a small amount of fiber fluff on the bottom first, then the bag of pellets and then more fluff around it to form the body.


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pattern from LionBrand:

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TIP: I put the pellets in a paper bag and stapled it shut so none escape from the holes. The pellets I had on hand were tiny. I put a small amount of fiber fluff on the bottom first, then the bag of pellets and then more fluff around it to form the body.


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pattern from LionBrand:

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sorry for the crappy cell phone picture.


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sorry for the crappy cell phone picture.


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You can download the pattern here as well.

I used two different sized hooks for this because of the sizing and in some areas where they call for the single crochet (sc) I needed more flexibility in the stitching, so I went one size up.

Starting chain - use bigger hook
Scales and Double Crochets (dc) use the smaller hook.
LAST row on the gloves where they make the picot, use the smaller hook.

Follow the instructions for your size and make adjustments as needed.

I may tack down the scales with sewing thread because they "pull up" when you make a fist and move your hand. I'll have to wear them a bit first and see.

This was used with a #4 worsted weight yarn. I think you can get away with a smaller weight like a #3 if you can find the right colored wool. A lighter weight yarn might not be so bulky in the scales. I'm also going to experiment with some VERY light weight yarn when setting up the "under row" to make those scales onto one of these days. That should take out some bulk too.



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You can download the pattern here as well.

I used two different sized hooks for this because of the sizing and in some areas where they call for the single crochet (sc) I needed more flexibility in the stitching, so I went one size up.

Starting chain - use bigger hook
Scales and Double Crochets (dc) use the smaller hook.
LAST row on the gloves where they make the picot, use the smaller hook.

Follow the instructions for your size and make adjustments as needed.

I may tack down the scales with sewing thread because they "pull up" when you make a fist and move your hand. I'll have to wear them a bit first and see.

This was used with a #4 worsted weight yarn. I think you can get away with a smaller weight like a #3 if you can find the right colored wool. A lighter weight yarn might not be so bulky in the scales. I'm also going to experiment with some VERY light weight yarn when setting up the "under row" to make those scales onto one of these days. That should take out some bulk too.



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NOTE: I didn't follow the instructions for the sides like they say. Fuck that math shit other than the divisible by 4 bit.
This fits a Scott's roll and I made it with the final round equaling 60 sts and then just continued with 60 sts until it formed a bucket to the size I needed. I didn't count the amount of rows on the sides, I just kept fitting and adding until it looked good.

Get the pattern HERE


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NOTE: I didn't follow the instructions for the sides like they say. Fuck that math shit other than the divisible by 4 bit.
This fits a Scott's roll and I made it with the final round equaling 60 sts and then just continued with 60 sts until it formed a bucket to the size I needed. I didn't count the amount of rows on the sides, I just kept fitting and adding until it looked good.

Get the pattern HERE


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It's a bit pricey too, but if you consider the time it takes you to cut up shirts into the price you pay for them, it might work out to the same or close.

http://www.marymaxim.com/nako-frizzy-t-s...rints.html

http://www.marymaxim.com/nako-frizzy-t-s...olids.html]]>

It's a bit pricey too, but if you consider the time it takes you to cut up shirts into the price you pay for them, it might work out to the same or close.

http://www.marymaxim.com/nako-frizzy-t-s...rints.html

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Download pattern:

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Download pattern:

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Searching for large cones - yes cones, of cotton yarn I came across this site. They have good prices and stuff you can't find in the "usual" places.

Herrschner's

This place has a variety of projects, lessons and good pricing on yarns. Free patterns etc:

Craftsy

Yarn & Patterns:

Lion Brand

Joann's

Bernat Yarns:

Yarnspirations

An oldie but goodie:

Mary Maxim

Hobby Lobby

I strongly suggest using a throwaway email account for these next two sites. They have a lot of good stuff, but they will send you all kinds of shit you don't want in your email.

Fave Crafts

All Free Crochet]]>
Searching for large cones - yes cones, of cotton yarn I came across this site. They have good prices and stuff you can't find in the "usual" places.

Herrschner's

This place has a variety of projects, lessons and good pricing on yarns. Free patterns etc:

Craftsy

Yarn & Patterns:

Lion Brand

Joann's

Bernat Yarns:

Yarnspirations

An oldie but goodie:

Mary Maxim

Hobby Lobby

I strongly suggest using a throwaway email account for these next two sites. They have a lot of good stuff, but they will send you all kinds of shit you don't want in your email.

Fave Crafts

All Free Crochet]]> https://twitchinkitten.com/thread-4567.html Mon, 22 Feb 2016 08:42:46 -0500 Twitchin Kitten]]> https://twitchinkitten.com/thread-4567.html
Tutorials for download included!


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Tutorials for download included!


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get the pattern here: http://twitchinkitten.com/thread-4547.html

I found this stuff in the clearance section at Joann's. It's kind of stretchy and when cut up like you see, it made a colorful confetti-like pattern.


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I had to sew the length of the fabric to make it a 'tube' so I can make it into strips like the instruction video shows in the download for this pattern.

Then I cut that into strips as directed and then I had to sew some more because it didn't "pull into yarn" like she showed in the video either.
This took a full 5 days to complete! That little machine is a lightweight and I had to use it to get a stretch stitch. I have a really big "power" machine from my gran, but it only runs a straight stitch. I could have knocked all this out in an hour if it had a stretch stitch!
I ran a zig-zag stitch to bind it from fraying. First I ironed the whole thing so it's in half and set up for me. It wasn't very strong where the stitching I ran the length was so I had to run that zig-zag anyway to keep those from pulling apart during use.

I regret not measuring how much "yarn" I made, but I did have some left over. Her pattern called for 7 XXL t-shirts and the bolt I bought we roughly measured that against some of those in the store and I did have more than 7 shirts worth.


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Now that my strips are done I began to crochet according to the pattern. This part took me all of 6 hours from start to finish.

This fabric strip bit can be hard to see that back loop, but if you look and are careful, it's there. I also started with a magic loop instead of the way she says.


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Then I used one full 2 pound bag of fiberfill and another 1/4 bag to stuff it nice and tight. To prevent the stuffing from showing through, I took an old XXL white T-shirt and cut off the sleeves and sewed up the sleeves and collar and used that as a bag of sorts to stuff the stuffing into. Folded up the opening over itself so it doesn't unravel and it's perfect!

And here is the finished product! It's a great foot stool or tiny seat for my tiny ass
Measures 16" wide x 12" tall.


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And here you can see the spiral look of it:


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get the pattern here: http://twitchinkitten.com/thread-4547.html

I found this stuff in the clearance section at Joann's. It's kind of stretchy and when cut up like you see, it made a colorful confetti-like pattern.


  fabric.jpg (Size: 373.58 KB / Downloads: 0)

I had to sew the length of the fabric to make it a 'tube' so I can make it into strips like the instruction video shows in the download for this pattern.

Then I cut that into strips as directed and then I had to sew some more because it didn't "pull into yarn" like she showed in the video either.
This took a full 5 days to complete! That little machine is a lightweight and I had to use it to get a stretch stitch. I have a really big "power" machine from my gran, but it only runs a straight stitch. I could have knocked all this out in an hour if it had a stretch stitch!
I ran a zig-zag stitch to bind it from fraying. First I ironed the whole thing so it's in half and set up for me. It wasn't very strong where the stitching I ran the length was so I had to run that zig-zag anyway to keep those from pulling apart during use.

I regret not measuring how much "yarn" I made, but I did have some left over. Her pattern called for 7 XXL t-shirts and the bolt I bought we roughly measured that against some of those in the store and I did have more than 7 shirts worth.


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Now that my strips are done I began to crochet according to the pattern. This part took me all of 6 hours from start to finish.

This fabric strip bit can be hard to see that back loop, but if you look and are careful, it's there. I also started with a magic loop instead of the way she says.


  backloops.jpg (Size: 262.95 KB / Downloads: 0)

Then I used one full 2 pound bag of fiberfill and another 1/4 bag to stuff it nice and tight. To prevent the stuffing from showing through, I took an old XXL white T-shirt and cut off the sleeves and sewed up the sleeves and collar and used that as a bag of sorts to stuff the stuffing into. Folded up the opening over itself so it doesn't unravel and it's perfect!

And here is the finished product! It's a great foot stool or tiny seat for my tiny ass
Measures 16" wide x 12" tall.


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And here you can see the spiral look of it:


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I altered mine a little bit:

First row is HDC
Last row is HDC
Binding rows on each long side is HDC
I went to 50 rows and used a size P hook instead of the 37 rows with a Q hook as per the pattern.
I bought one of each color of my choice in the Caron one pound skeins instead of the more expensive 5 of each color Vanna's Choice as per the pattern.


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I altered mine a little bit:

First row is HDC
Last row is HDC
Binding rows on each long side is HDC
I went to 50 rows and used a size P hook instead of the 37 rows with a Q hook as per the pattern.
I bought one of each color of my choice in the Caron one pound skeins instead of the more expensive 5 of each color Vanna's Choice as per the pattern.


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Each row is a different color and different stitch. I lose interest in projects that take a long time to complete so different stitches really helps me to keep with it.



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Here is the pattern for the blanket.

Stripe Blanket Pattern]]>
Each row is a different color and different stitch. I lose interest in projects that take a long time to complete so different stitches really helps me to keep with it.



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Here is the pattern for the blanket.

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You will need to stuff these very tight with the polyester fiberfill and I would suggest you get some shredded foam - the big chunk kind, and mix it all in one big box and then stuff. I have been doing that for dog beds and it really helps in keeping the shape and making very few sunken spots you can't fluff out.

I would love to try and dye my own yarn for this, maybe get some cotton cord you can dye and make it in multi-colored and really festive and bright

This first one is made of t-shirt yarn and I'm going to include links to the pattern because she has some video links on her page to show you how to make your own t-shirt yarn and how to close the hole. I would just use the magic circle.

Anyway, when I make my first batch of t-shirt yarn, I will measure how many yards you get out of it all and give you the formula too. She doesn't say how many yards you need to use for the pouf.

She did give dimensions.

Tshirt floor pouf

Also the link to the way to make t-shirt yarn has been killed in the pattern so here it is:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2hdZ4luc34

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You will need to stuff these very tight with the polyester fiberfill and I would suggest you get some shredded foam - the big chunk kind, and mix it all in one big box and then stuff. I have been doing that for dog beds and it really helps in keeping the shape and making very few sunken spots you can't fluff out.

I would love to try and dye my own yarn for this, maybe get some cotton cord you can dye and make it in multi-colored and really festive and bright

This first one is made of t-shirt yarn and I'm going to include links to the pattern because she has some video links on her page to show you how to make your own t-shirt yarn and how to close the hole. I would just use the magic circle.

Anyway, when I make my first batch of t-shirt yarn, I will measure how many yards you get out of it all and give you the formula too. She doesn't say how many yards you need to use for the pouf.

She did give dimensions.

Tshirt floor pouf

Also the link to the way to make t-shirt yarn has been killed in the pattern so here it is:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2hdZ4luc34

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Baskets & cat beds. These were made with some old Macrame cord I had lying around. All the crochet patterns for baskets were calling for yarn and that's just not sturdy enough. I have a really big basket I made out of cord for the couch pillows and stuff that had no place.


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Baskets & cat beds. These were made with some old Macrame cord I had lying around. All the crochet patterns for baskets were calling for yarn and that's just not sturdy enough. I have a really big basket I made out of cord for the couch pillows and stuff that had no place.


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