November 5, 2013

Mario Bros. Mushroom Beanie

By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"

SIZE/MEASUREMENTS
Child (20" - 21.5" head circumference) nice stretchy fit
This same pattern fits a teen and adult with a small head (it fit me, nice snug fit)

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 4.0mm (G) & 5.0mm (H)
*Worsted weight yarn: Main Color (110yds), Beige (40yds) & White (45yds) or any color of choice
*Stitch Markers to mark your rounds
*Tapestry needle
*Felt: Black & White
*Hot Glue
*Matching thread

GAUGE - don't forget to read it...
  At the end of round 9, laying flat = 6.75 inches in diameter.

PATTERN NOTES - must read...
  Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
  Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.
  You slip stitch on the first hdc, not on top of the ch 2.

BEANIE starting with blue, green, red or color of choice; 5.0mm (H)
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring, sl st into 1st st (8)
  Rnd 2: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, *2hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (16)
  Rnd 3: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next st, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (24)
  Rnd 4: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 2 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (32)
  Rnd 5: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 3 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (40)
  Rnd 6: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 4 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (48)
  Rnd 7: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 5 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 5 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (56)
  Rnd 8: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 6 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 6 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (64)
  Rnd 9: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 15 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 15 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (68)
  Rnd 10-17: ch2, hdc in each st around, in the last st of round 17 change to beige, sl st into 1st st (68)
  Rnd 18-24: ch1, sc in each st around, sl st into 1st st (68)
Don’t F/O if you would like to put earflaps in your beanie just continue on with making them. If you don’t want earflaps then skip the earflap, edging and braids portion and continue on with making the spots.

1st EARFLAP with beige; 5.0mm (H)
  Row 1: ch1, sc in next 12 sts, ch1, turn (12)
  Row 2-3: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (12)
  Row 4: sc2tog, sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (10)
  Row 5: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (10)
  Row 6: sc2tog, sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 7: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 8: sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (6)
  Row 9: sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 10: sc2tog, sc2tog (2)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

2nd EARFLAP with beige; 5.0mm (H)
Count to the right 23 sts. Attach yarn on the 24th st, ch1, sc in next 12 sts, ch1, turn. Continue with rows 2-10 just like in the 1st earflap.
Don’t F/O, continue on to crocheting the edging.

EDGING with beige; 5.0mm (H)
sc in each st around; working evenly around each earflap. Remember to mark your round with a stitch marker. Join with a sl st in the 1st st to give it a nice even finish.
F/O and weave in all ends.

BRAIDS
Cut 18 pieces of yarn (9 for each earflap) about 36 inches long. Fold each bunch in half and push the folded end through an opening in the bottom of each earflap. Pull the unfolded ends through the loop and pull tight. Braid the strands and tie a knot to secure the braid. Complete the second braid the same way. I use 3 strands of each in main color, white and beige; you can use just one color or any combination you like.

SPOTS with white; 4.0mm (G); make 4
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring, sl st into 1st st (8)
  Rnd 2: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, *2 hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (16)
  Rnd 3: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next st, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (24)
  Rnd 4: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 2 sts, *2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (32)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.


ASSEMBLE
     I recommend pinning the pieces in place before sewing them to make sure you have them in the position you like best before sewing. (Most people like to use the yarn in the end from the finish pieces to sew them in place but I personally like to use matching thread).
     Spots…sew them around the beanie between rounds 7 and 14. Space them out about 1.75” apart or play around with the spots and see the position you like them best.
     Eyes…with black felt cut 2 oval shapes. With the white felt cut 2 very small ovals. The black ovals, glue them between round 19 and 23. Space them about 1.5” (approx. 5 stitches). The white ovals glue those on the top center portion of the black ones.


GLOSSARY:
ch/s:chain/s || sc: single crochet || hdc: half double crochet || sl st: slip stitch
sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together || st/s: stitch/es || rnd:round || f/o: finish off



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Mini, Super & 1-Up Mushrooms and Mario Bros. are copyright by Nintendo.
This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (November 2013). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute it.

October 22, 2013

Hello Kitty Earflap Beanie (newborn - toddler size)

By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"
My version of a Hello Kitty beanie that was requested by my sister for my beautiful baby niece.
Hope everyone enjoys this pattern. :)
 

SIZE/MEASUREMENTS
Newborn - 3 months: 12" to 14"                   3 - 6 months: 14" to 16"
6 - 12 months: 16" to 18"                                     Toddler (12 months - 3 years): 18" to 19.5"

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 3.0mm & 5.5mm (I)
*Worsted Weight Yarn: White & Pink
*Stitch Markers to mark your rounds
*Tapestry needle
*Matching thread

GAUGE...
At the end of round 6, laying flat = 5 inches in diameter.
Don't forget to check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES - must read...
 Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
 Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.
 Always do the 1st stitch where you slip stitch from the previous round.
 The chain, in the beginning, does NOT count as one stitch unless stated otherwise.
 You slip stitch on the first hdc, not on top of the chain 2.

** Newborn - 3 months **

BEANIE with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring, sl st into 1st st (8)
  Rnd 2: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, *2hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (16)
  Rnd 3: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next st, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (24)
  Rnd 4: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 2 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (32)
  Rnd 5: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 3 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (40)
  Rnd 6: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 19 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 19 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (42)
  Rnd 7-14: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st st (42)
At the end of rnd 14, ch1 instead of 2.  Do not F/O, continue on to making the 1st earflap.

1st Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Row 1: sc in same st and in next 7 sts, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 2-3: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 4: sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (6)
  Row 5: sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 6: sc2tog, sc2tog (2)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

2nd Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
Count to the right 19sts (that’s including the 8 sts from the 1st earflap). Attach on the 20th st. Repeat rows 1-6 from the 1st earflap.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EDGING with pink; 5.5mm (I)
Attach yarn in any st and ch 1, sc in each st around; working evenly around each earflap. Remember to mark your round with a stitch marker. Do another round of sc around the entire beanie. Join with a sl st into the 1st sc to give it an even finish.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

** 3 - 6 months **

BEANIE with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring, sl st into 1st st (8)
  Rnd 2: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, *2hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (16)
  Rnd 3: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next st, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (24)
  Rnd 4: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 2 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (32)
  Rnd 5: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 3 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (40)
  Rnd 6: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 7 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 7 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (45)
  Rnd 7-14: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st st (45)
At the end of rnd 14, ch1 instead of 2. Do not F/O, continue on to making the 1st earflap.

1st Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Row 1: sc in same st and in next 7 sts, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 2-3: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 4: sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (6)
  Row 5: sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 6: sc2tog, sc2tog (2)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

2nd Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
Count to the right 20sts (that’s including the 8 sts from the 1st earflap). Attach to the 21st st. Repeat rows 1-6 from 1st earflap.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EDGING with pink; 5.5mm (I)
Attach yarn in any st and ch 1, sc in each st around; working evenly around each earflap. Remember to mark your round with a stitch marker. Do another round of sc around the entire beanie. Join with a sl st into the 1st sc to give it an even finish.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

** 6 - 12 months **

BEANIE with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring, sl st into 1st st (8)
  Rnd 2: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, *2hdc in next st * repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (16)
  Rnd 3: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next st, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (24)
  Rnd 4: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 2 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (32)
  Rnd 5: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 3 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (40)
  Rnd 6: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 4 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (48)
  Rnd 7: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 7 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 7 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (54)
  Rnd 8-15: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st st (54)
At the end of rnd 15, ch1 instead of 2. Do not F/O, continue on to making the 1st earflap. 

1st Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Row 1: sc in same st and in next 8 sts, ch1, turn (9)
  Row 2-3: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (9)
  Row 4: sc2tog, sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (7)
  Row 5: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (7)
  Row 6: sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (5)
  Row 7: sc2tog, sc in next st, sc2tog (3)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

2nd Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
Count to the right 24sts (that’s including the 9 sts from the 1st earflap). Attach on the 25th st. Repeat rows 1-7 from 1st earflap.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EDGING with pink; 5.5mm (I)
Attach yarn in any st and ch 1, sc in each st around; working evenly around each earflap. Remember to mark your round with a stitch marker. Do another round of sc around the entire beanie. Join with a sl st into the 1st sc to give it an even finish.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

** Toddler (1yr - 3yrs) **

BEANIE with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring, sl st into 1st st (8)
  Rnd 2: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, *2hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (16)
  Rnd 3: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next st, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (24)
  Rnd 4: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 2 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (32)
  Rnd 5: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 3 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 3 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (40)
  Rnd 6: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 4 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (48)
  Rnd 7: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 5 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 5 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (56)
  Rnd 8: ch2, 2hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 27 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 27 sts* repeat from * to * around, sl st into 1st st (58)
  Rnd 9-16: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st st (58)
At the end of rnd 16, ch1 instead of 2. Do not F/O, continue on to making the 1st earflap.

1st Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
  Row 1: sc in same st and in next 9 sts, ch1, turn (10)
  Row 2-3: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (10)
  Row 4: sc2tog, sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 5: sc in each sc across, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 6: sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (6)
  Row 7: sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 8: sc2tog, sc2tog (2)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

2nd Earflap with white; 5.5mm (I)
Count to the right 26sts (that’s including the 10 sts from the 1st earflap). Attach on the 27th st. Repeat rows 1-8 from 1st earflap.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends

EDGING with pink; 5.5mm (I)
Attach yarn in any st and ch 1, sc in each st around; working evenly around each earflap. Remember to mark your round with a stitch marker. Do another round of sc around the entire beanie. Join with a sl st into the 1st sc to give it an even finish.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

** Braids (for all sizes) **

Cut 18 pieces of yarn (9 for each earflap) about 30 inches long. (You can do the braids in pink or white like I did or just use one color for example white or pink). Fold each bunch in half and push the folded end through an opening in the bottom of each earflap. Pull the unfolded ends through the loop and pull tight. Separated the colors and braid the strands. At the end, trim to desired length and tie a knot to secure the braid. Complete the second braid the same way.

** Ears & Bow (for all sizes) **

EARS with white; make 2; 3.0mm
  Rnd 1: 6sc in magic ring (6)
  Rnd 2: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (9)
  Rnd 3: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (12)
  Rnd 4: sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st around (15)
  Rnd 5-8: sc in each st around (15)
If you find the ears to small simply make another increase round and another sc round. Or if you want them smaller take out one increase and one sc around.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends

BOW with pink; 3.0mm
  Row 1: ch14, hdc in 3rd ch from hook and across, ch2, turn (12)
  Row 2-5: hdc in each st across, ch2, turn (12)
  Row 6: hdc in each st across, ch1 (12)
  Row 7: do not turn, sc around the entire bow, sl st into 1st st
You can make the bow bigger by chaining more stitches in the beginning.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. With a strand of  pink yarn about 8" long wrapped it several times through the middle of the bow and secure it with a knot. Weave in the ends.



ASSEMBLE
     I recommend pinning the pieces in place before sewing them to make sure you have them in the position you like best before sewing. (Most people like to use the yarn in the end from the finish pieces to sew them in place but I personally like to use matching thread).
     Ears…there’s no need in stuffing them simply flatten them and sew them between round 4 and 7. For the bigger sizes, you might want to sew them between round 5 and 8. Pin them first and see which one you like best.
     Bow...sew it on the left ear.



GLOSSARY:
ch/s:chain/s || sc: single crochet || hdc: half double crochet || sl st: slip stitch
sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together || st/s: stitch/es || rnd: round || f/o: finish off


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- Janet

Hello Kitty is copyright by Sanrio.
This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (October 2013). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute it.

August 3, 2013

Summer Appliques (sandcastle, pail & shovel)

By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"
Ideas on how to use these appliques...
*These would be great to apply to any project.
*You can add them to kitchen towels,
*turn them into a keychain or fridge magnet.
*You can also make several and make a garland.
*Attach a ribbon to make them into bookmarks.

SIZE/MEASUREMENTS
Sandcastle: 3"length x 3.5"height
Pail: 2"length x 2" height
Shovel: 2" height
...but they can vary based on yarn and hook size.

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 3.0mm & 3.5mm (E)
*Worsted weight yarn: Beige (1yd), Blue (5yds), Cream (10yds), Red (1yd), White (2yds) & Yellow (3yds)
*Tapestry Needle

PATTERN NOTES - must read...
 Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
 Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.
 There's no need to sl st and/or ch when going to the next round unless stated to do so.
 Always do the 1st stitch where you slip stitch from the previous round.
 The chain in the beginning does NOT count as one stitch unless stated otherwise.
 You slip stitch on the first sc not on top of the chain 1.

SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUE
 Picot Stitch - ch3, insert hook into the 3rd chain from hook, y/o & draw up the yarn through all the loops.


SAND CASTLE with cream; 3.5mm
  Row 1: ch16, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, turn (15)
  Row 2-4: ch1, sc in each st across, turn (15)
  Row 5: front loops only for this round only ch1, *sc, picot in next st, sl st in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * all the way across
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.
  Row 6: back loops only for this round only attach yarn with a sc on the 3rd st of the back loops from rnd 5. sc in next 10 sts (11)
  Row 7-9: sc in each sc across, turn (11)
  Row 10: front loops only for this round only ch1, *sc, picot in next st, sl st in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * all the way across but you will only be doing one sl st at the end
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.
  Row 11: back loops only for this round only attach yarn with a sc on the 4rd st of the back loops from rnd 10. sc in next 4 sts (5)
  Row 12-13: sc in each st across, turn (5)
  Row 14: back loops only for this round only ch1, *sc, picot in next st, sl st in next 2 sts* repeat from * to * all the way across but you will only be doing one sl st at the end
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Using beige yarn, embroider the door and window slits.

FLAG for the CASTLE with red, 3.5mm
Attach the red yarn on the 3rd st from the unworked loops of round 13.
ch7, place a stitch marker on the 4th ch from hook, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, ch4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sl st where we place the stitch marker, sl st in each of the next 3 chs, sl st where we the attach yarn.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

PAIL with blue, 3.0mm
  Row 1: ch6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, turn (5)
  Row 2: ch1, 2sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, turn (6)
  Row 3: ch1, sc in each st across, turn (6)
  Row 4: ch1, sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next st, turn (7)
  Row 5: ch1, sc in each st across, turn (7)
  Row 6: ch1, 2sc in next st, sc in next 6 sts, turn (8)
  Row 7: ch1, sc in each st across, turn (8)
  Row 8: ch1, 2sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts, turn (9)
  Row 9: ch1, sc in each st actoss (9)
  Row 10: ch3, sc down the side of the pail, sc across the bottom of the pail, sc up the other side of the pail, ch3, sl st across the top of the pail
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Optional: use yellow yard to embroider lines on the pail.

HANDLE for the PAIL with white, 3.0mm
With the right side of pail facing you, attach yarn with a sc on the right hand-side on the ch3 space, ch15, sc in the left hand side on the ch3 space
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

SHOVEL with yellow, 3.0mm
ch4, sl st into the first ch you made to form a ring
  Top part of the shovel: ch1, 10sc in ring, ch5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, sl st into 1st st
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.
  Bottom part of the shovel: ch4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, 4dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Sew the bottom part to the handle.


More fun summer appliques that you might enjoy making, along with these..
Would you like to make the starfish & turtle? Pattern --> HERE.
Or would you like to make the sailboat & fish? Pattern --> HERE.


GLOSSARY:
ch/s: chain/s || sc: single crochet || sl st: slip stitch || st/s: stitch/es || rnd: round || f/o: finish off



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This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (August 2013). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute it.

July 8, 2013

Cupcake Applique

By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"
Ideas on how to use these appliques...
*These would be great to apply to any project.
*You can add them to kitchen towels,
*turn them into a keychain or fridge magnet.
*You can also make several and make a garland.
*Attach a ribbon to make them into bookmarks.

SIZE/MEASUREMENTS
Length from bottom to cherry approx. 2.75”
Width from its widest point approx. 2.75"
...but they can vary based on yarn and hook size.

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 2.5mm (B) & 3.5mm (E)
*Worsted weight yarn: Beige (5yds), Red (1yd) & any other color of choice (4yds)
*Tapestry Needle

PATTERN NOTES
 Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
 The chain in the beginning does NOT count as one stitch unless stated otherwise.
The left one was made as stated in pattern and the right one was made with a 2.5mm hook. 

BOTTOM PART with beige; 3.5mm hook
  Row 1: ch7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch2, turn (6)
  Row 2: 2hdc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next st, ch2, turn (8)
  Row 3: 2hdc in next st, hdc in next 6 sts, 2hdc in next st, ch1, turn (10)
  Row 4: sc in each st across (10)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

FROSTING (top part) with color of choice; 3.5mm hook
Attach yarn where we left off
  Row 1: 2sc in first st, sc in next 8 sts, 2sc in next st, ch1, turn (12)
  Row 2: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (12)
  Row 3: sk 1st st, sc in 2nd st, sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (10)
  Row 4: sk 1st st, sc in 2nd st, sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 5: sk 1st st, sc in 2nd st, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (6)
  Row 6: sk 1st st, sc in 2nd st, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 7: sk 1st st, sc in 2nd st, dec2tog, ch1, turn (2)
Don’t F/O; continue by following the steps from the picture below. Arrows are an indication where to do the stitches. Follow step 1 - 5. F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

CHERRY with red; 2.5mm hook
  Rnd 1: ch2, dc, 2sc, 1dc, 2sc, 2dc into the magic ring
Pull as tightly as possible so no hole is showing through.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Sew it on top of the frosting.

GLOSSARY:
ch/s:chain/s || sc: single crochet || hdc: half double crochet || dc: double crochet || sk: skip
st/s: stitch/es || sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together || rnd: round || f/o: finish off



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This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (July 2013). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute it.

June 11, 2013

Tunisian Make-Up Baggy

By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"
You can either use it as a clutch or a make-up baggy. :)
SIZE
Approx.width 6.75" by length 4.5" but can vary depending on hook size and yarn weight.

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 3.5mm (Does not need to be a tunisian crochet hook a simple hook will do just tie a rubber band at the end. See image below.)
*Fingering weight yarn
*Fabric - 9" by 9"
*7" zipper
*Charm to dangle off your clutch
*Tapestry needle
*Sewing needle
*Matching thread
*Measuring tape

GAUGE
width 6sts = 1" and length 6 sts = 1"
If you don't own a Tunisian crochet hook, then simply tie a rubber band several times at the end of your hook and Voila. :)

A site and videos on how to Tunisian Crochet
-An Introduction to Tunisian Crochet by crochetme.com; it has images to show you how to while you're reading. Great site, this is the one I use to learn.
-If your more of a visual person then this video is great for you.
-To bind off your work watch this video.

Tips
-On the basics tutorial video, it says for the last stitch of the forward pass, put the hook through the two end stitches. Cause if you don't and when its time to sew them together the edges are gonna look holey. Just in case this happens to you. Simply use the same color thread and sew it so it wont look so obvious.
-Right side always faces you. Theirs no need to ever turn your work unless stated to do so.
-Each row consist of two parts: a forward part and return part.
-Measure! Measure! Measure! You don't want your piece to look uneven.

LET'S BEGIN CROCHETING
ch 43
Do 42 rows and then bind off your work using the instructions from the link of the video I posted above.
F/O and weave in ends.
Keeping the right side facing you, attach yarn where we did the bind off and sc in each sc, ch1, turn. Do 1 more row of sc. This row should end with the wrong side facing you. ch1, turn, *hdc in next 5sts, 5hdc in the next st* repeat all the way across.
F/O and weave in ends.
Keeping the right side facing you, attach yarn on the foundation row and sc in each sc, ch1, turn. Do 1 more row of sc. This row should end with the wrong side facing you. ch1, turn, *hdc in next 5sts, 5hdc in the next st* repeat all the way across.
F/O and weave in ends.


ASSEMBLY
     Now you want to steam your piece. This helps the edges look smooth, not roll in and evens it out. I use my iron since it has a steam option (if yours doesn't have that option then ironing the piece should also work). Place a towel underneath your crochet piece and place pins to keep it in place. Fold the towel in half. Begin steaming/ironing for about a minute or less. Let it cool completely before taking the pins out.
      Now that it has completely cool, you'll need a fabric piece thats slightly bigger. The reason its bigger than the piece we crochet it's cause you want to double fold the hem so the fabric wont come undone. You want to sew the fabric and zipper on the back part of your work. This would be the lining.

     Now that we finish sewing the fabric and zipper on, sew the sides together. I use whip stitch to sew the sides.
      All we need to do now is add something cute to dangle from your clutch. I put my charm where we did the rows of single crochet but of course you can put yours where ever you like.
I bought these for only a $1 at a local store. They had so many cute little charms and everything you need to make them. I spent about 20 minutes browsing and trying to decide what to buy. :)

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This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (June 2013). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to the page but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute the pattern.

May 15, 2013

Monkey Rattle

By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"
  This Monkey Rattle Pattern can be purchase in my etsy shop for a very low price of $2.00.
  This sweet little monkey rattle will entertain your little one. You can either make it for boy/girl. Use the colors that you like you best. 。◕‿◕。
  Rattles provide a source of stimulation. Babies like the sounds they are hearing and with their eyes they try to follow the path of the rattle as it is shaken back and forth. Of course they provide entertainment too. :)


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May 7, 2013

Nabbit from Super Mario Bros. U

By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"

SIZE/MEASUREMENTS
approx. 8"height
...but can vary based on yarn and hook size.

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 3.5mm (E)
*Worsted Weight Yarn: Purple (75yds), Gold (22yds), Black (27yds), White (18yds) & Beige (41yds)
*Stitch Markers to mark your rounds
*Fiberfill
*2 Black buttons or Safety Eyes (14mm)
*White Fabric (10.75” by 12.5”)
*Felt: Red, Gray & Light Brown
*Tapestry Needle
*Matching Thread
*Hot Glue
 
PATTERN NOTES - must-read...
 Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
 Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.
 There is no need to sl st and/or ch when going to the next round unless stated to do so.
 Always do the 1st stitch where you slip stitch from the previous round.
 The chain, in the beginning, does NOT count as one stitch unless stated otherwise.
 You slip stitch on the first sc, not on top of the chain 1.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Invisible join - this VIDEO explains how to do this technique.
Other side of the foundation chains - this VIDEO explains how to do this technique.

HEAD/BODY with purple
  Rnd 1: 6sc in magic ring (6)
  Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around (12)
  Rnd 3: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (18)
  Rnd 4: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (24)
  Rnd 5: sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st around (30)
  Rnd 6: sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st around (36)
  Rnd 7: sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next st around (42)
  Rnd 8-26: sc in each st around (42)
Start stuffing the head/body moderately firm.
  Rnd 27: sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog around (36)
  Rnd 28: sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog around (30)
  Rnd 29: sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog around (24)
  Rnd 30: sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog around (18)
  Rnd 31: sc in next st, sc2tog around (12)
  Rnd 32: sc2tog around (6)
F/O and leave a tail for closing. Add any bits of stuffing need it to finish shaping the head/body. Weave in the tail through the final round and draw up tight to close. Secure and weave in the ends.

EARS with purple; make 2
  Rnd 1: 6sc in magic ring (6)
  Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around (12)
  Rnd 3: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (16)
  Rnd 4-11: sc in each st around (16)
  Rnd 12-14: sc in next st, hdc in next 6 sts, sc in next 9 sts (16)
  Rnd 15-16: sc in each st around (16)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

SHOES with gold; make 2
  Rnd 1: ch7, 2sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 4 chs, 4sc on last ch, other side of the foundation chains sc in next 4 chs, 2sc in last ch (16)
  Rnd 2: 2sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts, 2dc in next st, dc in next st, 2dc in next st, sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next st, sc in next st (20)
  Rnd 3: sc in next 7 sts, dc in next st, 2dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st, dc in next st, sc in next 7 sts (22)
  Rnd 4: working in the back loops for this rnd only sc in each st around (22)
  Rnd 5: sc in each st around (22)
  Rnd 6: sc in next 7 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 7 sts (20)
  Rnd 7: sc in next 6 sts, *sc2tog* repeat from * to * 3 more times, sc in next 6 sts (16)
  Rnd 8: sc in next 5 sts, *sc2tog* repeat from to * 2 more times, sc in next 5 sts (13)
  Rnd 9: sc in each st around (13)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Stuff the shoes moderately firm.

LEGS with black; make 2
ch 11, join with a sl st to form a ring
  Rnd 1: sc in each st around (11)
  Rnd 2: *sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st* repeat from * to * 1 more time, sc in last 3 sts (13)
  Rnd 3-8: sc in each st around (13)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Suff the legs moderately firm.

GLOVES with white; make 2
  Rnd 1: 6sc in magic ring (6)
  Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around (12)
  Rnd 3: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (18)
  Rnd 4-6: sc in each st around (18)
  Rnd 7: sc in next st, sc2tog around (12)
  Rnd 8: working in the front loops for this rnd only sc in each st around (12)
  Rnd 9: sc in each st around (12)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. 

ARMS with black; make 2
  Rnd 1: attach yarn to the back loops from round 8 of the gloves sc in each st around (12)
  Rnd 2-11: sc in each st around (12)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Stuff the arms and gloves moderately firm.

EYES with white; make 2
  Rnd 1: 7hdc in magic ring, sl st into 1st st (7)
  Rnd 2: ch2 (counts as 1 hdc), hdc in same st you sl st, 2hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st st (14)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

BAGGY with beige
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring (8)
  Rnd 2: 2hdc in each st around (16)
  Rnd 3: hdc in next st, 2hdc in next st around (24)
  Rnd 4: hdc in next 2 sts, 2hdc in next st around (32)
  Rnd 5-10: hdc in each st around (32)
  Rnd 11: hdc in next 2 sts, hdc2tog around (24)
  Rnd 12-18: hdc in each st around, join to the next st with the invisible join (24)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Stuff the baggy halfway and with an 18” strand tie it around the baggy.


ASSEMBLE
     I recommend pinning the pieces before sewing them to make sure you have them in the position you like best before sewing. (Most people prefer to use the yarn at the end of the finished pieces to sew them in place, but I use matching thread).
     TIP...For anything that I’m going to be using felt, I like to first sketch it out on white paper and make a stencil of what I need. Then cut it out. Then tape the stencil to the felt and cut it out.
     EARS...do not stuff them. The hdc section goes on the front, which helps the ears bent backward. Sew them between rounds 2 and 6.
     SHOES & LEGS...if you have not already, stuff them moderately firm. Sew the leg part that has 11 stitches onto the shoe. Place the legs on the bottom part of the body between rounds 1 and 4.
     EYES...sew the black buttons in the middle of the eyes. If you are using safety eyes, secure those in the center of the eyes. Place the eyes between rounds 7 and 13; approx. 0.50" apart.
     HANDKERCHIEF...follow the steps below. Tie the handkerchief right beneath the eyes.
     MOUTH...cut an oval shape in red felt. Make another smaller oval with gray felt. Cut out a zigzag in gray felt. Place them like in the pictures below. The gray oval needs to be tilted a bit. Glue them in place.
     ARMS...if you have not already, stuff them moderately firm. Flatten the open part of the arm and sew it close. Place the arms to round 17 of the body. The right arm should be facing down. The left arm should be facing up since he is holding a baggy.
     BAGGY...use the template below. Trace it on a light brown felt and cut out the shape. Place it in the center of the baggy.
     Sew the baggy onto the left arm.


GLOSSARY:
ch/s: chain/s || dc: double crochet || f/o: finish off || hdc: half double crochet
hdc2tog: half double crochet 2 stitches together || rnd: round || sc: single crochet
sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together || sl st: slip stitch || st/s: stitch/es


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Nabbit and Mario Bros. are copyrighted by Nintendo.
This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (May 2013). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute it.

March 25, 2013

Waddlewing from Super Mario Bros. U

 By Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!"


SIZE/MEASUREMENTS
approx. 6"height x 3.5"length not including wings (9"length wings extended)
...but can vary based on yarn and hook size.

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 2.5mm & 3.5mm (E)
*Worsted Weight Yarn: Gold (59yds), Beige (73yds), Brown (37yds), & Red (7yds)
*Stitch Markers to mark your rounds
*Fiberfill
*2 Pipe Cleaners
*Felt: White & Black
*Tapestry Needle
*Matching Thread
*Hot Glue

PATTERN NOTES - must-read...
 Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
 Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.
 There's no need to sl st and/or ch when going to the next round unless stated to do so.
 Always do the 1st stitch where you slip stitch from the previous round.
 The chain, in the beginning, does NOT count as one stitch unless stated otherwise.
 You slip stitch on the first sc, not on top of the chain 1.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Invisible join - this VIDEO explains how to do this technique.
Other side of the foundation chains - this VIDEO explains how to do this technique.

HEAD with gold; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: 6sc in magic ring (6)
  Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around (12)
  Rnd 3: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (18)
  Rnd 4: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (24)
  Rnd 5: sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st around (30)
  Rnd 6: sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st around (36)
  Rnd 7-8: sc in each st around (36)
  Rnd 9: sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next st around (42)
  Rnd 10-11: sc in each st around (42)
  Rnd 12: *2sc in next st, sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sc in next 18 sts* repeat from * to * 1 more time (46)
  Rnd 13: *2sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st, sc in next 18 sts* repeat from * to * 1 more time (50)
Start stuffing the head moderately firm.
  Rnd 14: sc in each st around (50)
  Rnd 15: *sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 18 sts* repeat from * to * 1 more time (46)
  Rnd 16: *sc2tog, sc in next st, sc2tog, sc in next 18 sts* repeat from * to * 1 more time (42)
  Rnd 17: sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog around (36)
  Rnd 18: sc in each st around (36)
F/O, secure and weave in ends. Add any bits of stuffing need it to finish shaping the head nicely.

BODY with beige; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: 8sc in magic ring (8)
  Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around (16)
  Rnd 3: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (24)
  Rnd 4: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (32)
  Rnd 5: sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st around (40)
  Rnd 6: sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st around (48)
  Rnd 7: sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next st around (56)
  Rnd 8: sc in next 25 sts, 2sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sc in next 25 sts (60)
  Rnd 9: sc in each st around (60)
  Rnd 10: sc in next 25 sts, 2sc in next st, sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st, sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sc in next 25 sts (64)
  Rnd 11: sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 50 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 5 sts (62)
  Rnd 12: *sc2tog, sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 6 sts* repeat around, sc in the last 2 sts (54)
Start stuffing the body moderately firm.
  Rnd 13: sc2tog, sc in next 7 sts around (48)
  Rnd 14-15: sc in each st around (48)
  Rnd 16: sc in next 18 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 18 sts (46)
  Rnd 17: sc in each st around (46)
  Rnd 18: sc in next 19 sts, *sc2tog* repeat from * to * 4 more times, sc in next 19 sts (42)
  Rnd 19: sc2tog, sc in next 5 sts around (36)
  Rnd 20: sc in each st around (36)
  Rnd 21: sc in next 13 sts, hdc in next 10 sts, sc in next 13 sts, join to the next st with the invisible join (36)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. Add any bits of stuffing need it to finish shaping the body nicely.

EARS with gold, make 2; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: 4sc in magic ring (4)
  Rnd 2: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (6)
  Rnd 3: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (8)
  Rnd 4: sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st around (10)
  Rnd 5: sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st around (12)
  Rnd 6: sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next st around (14)
  Rnd 7: sc in next 6 sts, 2sc in next st around (16)
  Rnd 8: sc in each st around,  join to the next st with the invisible join (16)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EAR SPOTS with beige, make 2; 2.5mm
  Row 1: ch5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 2: sc in next st, sc2tog, sc in next st, ch1, turn (3)
  Row 3: sc in each st, ch1, turn (3)
  Row 4: sc2tog, sc in next st, ch1, turn (2)
  Row 5: sc2tog (1)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. 

SIDE thing that goes around the face with beige; 3.5mm (E)
  Row 1: ch5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 2-9: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 10: 2sc in next st, sc in next st, sc2tog, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 11: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 12: sc2tog, sc2tog, ch1, turn (2)
  Row 13-17: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (2)
  Row 18: 2sc in next st, sc in next st, ch1, turn (3)
  Row 19: sc in next 2 st, 2sc in next st, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 20-23: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 24: sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, ch1, turn (3)
  Row 25: sc in next st, sc2tog, ch1, turn (2)
  Row 26-32: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (2)
  Row 33: 3sc in next st, sc in next st, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 34: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 35: 2sc in next st, sc in next st, sc2tog, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 36-43: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (4)
  Row 44: ch1, sl st all the way around the piece
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

LEFT CHEEK with gold; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: ch10, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 6 chs, hdc in next ch, 3hdc in next ch other side of the foundation chains hdc in next 4 chs, sc in next 4 chs (19)
  Rnd 2: sl st in the next 7 sts, hdc in next 2 sts, 2hdc in next st, 2hdc in next st, hdc in next 4 sts, sl st in next 4 sts (21)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. 

RIGHT CHEEK with gold; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: ch10, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 chs, hdc in next 4 chs, 3hdc in next ch other side of the foundation chains hdc in next ch, sc in next 7 chs (19)
  Rnd 2: sl st in next 4 sts, hdc in next 4 sts, 2hdc in next st, 2hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts, sl st in next 7 sts (21)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

Note: when you see a + sign it means all those stitches are supposed to be done in that one particular stitch.
NOSE with red, 3.5mm
  Rnd 1: 6sc in magic ring (6)
  Rnd 2: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (9)
  Rnd 3: sc+hdc+sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts around (15)
  Rnd 4: sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, join to the next st with the invisible join (18)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. 

FEET with brown, make 2; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: 6sc in magic ring (6)
  Rnd 2: 2sc in next st around (12)
  Rnd 3: *2sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st* repeat from * to * 1 more time (16)
  Rnd 4-8: sc in each st around (16)
Stuff moderately firm while shaping.
  Row 1: flatten and match up the sts, sc through the sts, ch1, turn (8)
  Row 2: sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, ch1, turn (6)
  Row 3: sc in each st across (6)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends. 

WING make 2: one in beige & one in gold; 3.5mm (E)
  Row 1: ch37, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch1, turn (36)
  Row 2: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (36)
  Row 3: sc in next st, sc2tog, sc2tog, sc til last 5 sts, sc2tog, sc2tog, sc in next st, ch1, turn (32)
  Row 4-5: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (32)
  Row 6: sc in next st, sc2tog, sc2tog, sc til last 5 sts, sc2tog, sc2tog, sc in next st, ch1, turn (28)
  Row 7-8: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (28)
  Row 9: sc in next sc, sc2tog, sc2tog, sc til last 5 sts, sc2tog, sc2tog, sc in next st, ch1, turn (24)
  Row 10-14: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (24)
  Row 15: sc2tog, sc2tog, sc til last 4 sts, sc2tog, sc2tog, ch1, turn (20)
  Row 16: sc in each st across, ch1, turn (20)
For the beige wing, change to gold now
  Row 17: sc all the way around the piece and put 2sc in each corner
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

HANDS with brown; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: ch11, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 8 chs, 3sc in next ch other side of the foundation chains sc in next 8 chs, 2sc in next ch (22)
  Rnd 2-7: sc in each st around (22)
  Rnd 8: *sc in next 9 sc, sc2tog* repeat 1 more time(20)
  Rnd 9: *sc in next 8 sc, sc2tog* repeat 1 more time (18)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

TAIL with gold; 3.5mm (E)
  Rnd 1: 8sc in magic ring (8)
  Rnd 2: sc in each st around (8)
  Rnd 3: 2sc in each st around (16)
  Rnd 4: sc in each st around (16)
  Rnd 5: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (24)
  Rnd 6-16: sc in each st around (24)
  Rnd 17: sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog around (18)
  Rnd 18-20: sc in each st around (18)
  Rnd 21-24: sc in next st, dc in next 6 sts, sc in next 11 sts (18)
  Rnd 25: sc in each st around (18)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.


ASSEMBLE
     I recommend pinning the pieces before sewing them to make sure you have them in the position you like best before sewing. (Most people prefer to use the yarn at the end of the finished pieces to sew them in place, but I use matching thread).
     TIP...For anything that I’m going to be using felt, I like to first sketch it out on white paper and make a stencil of what I need. Then cut it out. Then tape the stencil to the felt and cut it out.
     HEAD TO BODY...the part that sticks out the most on the body is the belly portion. The parts that stick out on the head are the cheeks.
     EARS & SIDE PIECE...this next part is like a puzzle. You will need to make the pieces fit with each other. Place the ears between rounds 4 and 8. Do not forget to stuff the ears. The sidepiece will go from ear to ear. Let the ears overlap the sidepiece by a tiny bit.
     CHEEKS...place them between round 12. Slant them a bit downward, they will be overlapping by a tiny bit on the sidepiece. Do not forget to stuff the cheeks since this little guy is really chubby.
     NOSE...place it on round 12 and it will be overlapping the cheeks and side piece. You will want to slightly stuff it while pinning it in place. 
     WINGS...cut the pipe cleaners to fit the wings. Glue or sew them on so they will not move out of place. Do this to both wings. Sew the wings together.
Note: The color of the pipe cleaners do not matter since they will be on the inside and will not be seen.
     WINGS TO THE BODY...sew the wings by 8 stitches on the top portion and 6 on the bottom. As shown in the pictures below.
     FEET...place them between rounds 6 and 9. Only sew the flat part of the foot to the bottom of the body.
     TAIL...if you have not already, stuff the tail moderately firm. Place the tail in the center of the bottom wing. The dc's go outward.
     HANDS...stuff them halfway. You want to put the wing inside the hands and sew them in place. Using brown thread/yarn, follow the steps below to create those fingers. 
     EAR SPOTS...place them in the center of the ears.


GLOSSARY:
ch/s: chain/s || dc: double crochet || f/o: finish off || hdc: half double crochet || rnd: round
sc: single crochet || sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together || sl st: slip stitch || st/s: stitch/es


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- Janet

Waddlewing and Mario Bros. are copyrighted by Nintendo.
This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (March 2011). Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint/repost it on your site. You may print and keep a copy for your own personal use. Please do not resell or distribute it.