Monkey Security Blanket

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

  This Monkey Security Blanket Pattern can be purchase in my etsy shop for a very low price of $2.00.
  A security blanket has been known to provide psychological comfort, especially in unusual or unique situations, or at bedtime for small children. This adorable security blanket will help your baby have sweet dreams and comfort him/her.
  You can either make it for boy/girl. Use the colors that you like you best. ｡◕‿◕｡

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- Janet

This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (February 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.

Minion Earflap Beanie

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

Channeling my inner Minion madness with this crocheted cuteness!

Who's ready to join the banana-loving brigade? 🍌💛

IZE/MEASUREMENTS
Toddler (12 months - 3yrs) [18" to 19.5" head circumference]
Child/Small Adult [20" to 21.5" head circumference]

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 5.0mm (H)
*Worsted weight yarn: Yellow, Light Blue, Brown, White, Light Gray & Black
*Stitch Markers to mark your rounds
*2 black buttons with a diameter of 10mm or Black Felt
*Tapestry needle
*Matching thread

GAUGE

3 hdc stitches x 2.5 rows = 1"

At the end of round 8, laying flat = 6.25" in diameter

Don’t forget to check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES

 Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.

 Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.

 The ch 2 at the beginning of each round counts as 1 hdc.

 You slip stitch on the top of the chain 2.

 When a round or row mentions “around/across” you will be working that whole sequence from that round/row around the entire piece. (EX: sc in next st, 2sc in next st, around = sc, inc, sc, inc,…)

SPECIAL STITCHES

Invisible join - this VIDEO explains how to do this technique.

** Toddler **

BEANIE starting with yellow
  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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (56)
  Rnd 8: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, hdc in next 27 sts, *2hdc in next st, hdc in next 27 sts* repeat from * to * around, in the last st change to black, sl st on top of ch 2 (58)

  Rnd 9-10: ch2, hdc in each st around, in the last hdc of round 10 change to yellow, sl st on top of ch 2 (58)

  Rnd 11-16: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st on top of ch 2 (58)
Do not F/O, continue on to making the first earflap.

1st EARFLAP with yellow or light blue
  Row 1: ch1, sc in next 10 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 st 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 yellow or light blue
Count to the left 18sts (not including the 10 sts from the first earflap). Attach on the 19th stitch.

Repeat rows 1-8 from the first earflap.

F/O, secure and weave in the ends

EDGING with light blue
Attach yarn in any st and ch1, 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 an invisible join to the 1st st.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

** Child / Small Adult **

BEANIE with white; 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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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, in the last st change to black, sl st on top of ch 2 (68)

  Rnd 10-11: hdc in each st around, in the last hdc of round 11 change to yellow, sl st on top of ch 2

  Rnd 12-19: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st on top of ch 2 (68)

Don’t F/O, continue to make the first earflap.

1st EARFLAP with yellow or light blue
  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, ch 1, 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 yellow or light blue
Count to the left 23 sts (not including the 12 from the first earflap). Attach the yarn on 24th stitch.

Repeat rows 1-10 from the first earflap.

F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EDGING with light blue
Attach yarn in any stitch and ch1, 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 an invisible join to the 1st st.

F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EYES starting with brown
  Rnd 1: 12hdc in magic ring, in the last st change to white, sl st to 1st st (12)
  Rnd 2: ch2, hdc in same st you sl st, *2hdc in next st* repeat from * to * around, sl st on top of ch 2 (24)
  Rnd 3: ch2, hdc in each st around, in the last st change to light gray, sl st on top of ch 2 (24)
  Rnd 4: working in the front loops only, ch2, sc in each st around, sl st on top of ch 2 (24)
F/O, secure and weave in the 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 light blue, yellow and black; you can use just one color or any combination you like.

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 at the end of the finished pieces to sew them in place, but I personally like to use matching thread).
     Sew the eyes between round 7 and 13. Sew only through the white part, leaving the gray areas un-sew. In the center of the brown part of the eyes sew the buttons or you can use black felt.
     The mouth will be slip stitch in between round 18 and 19. Working your way up to round 16.

     For the hair: cut 3 pieces of yarn about 5 inches long. Fold the bunch in half and push through the top of the beanie. Pull the unfolded ends through the loop and pull tight. Cut the top ends a bit to even out the strands.

Would you like to make a cute cuddly Minion plushie to go with the beanie?😊

You can find the pattern --> HERE

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

Minion and Despicable Me are copyright by Universal Studios.
This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (January 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.

Finn the Human Earflap Beanie

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

Beanie being model off by my son.

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: 5.0mm (H)
*Worsted weight yarn: White (90yds), Light Blue (55yds) & Beige (6yds)
*Stitch Markers to mark your rounds
*Felt: Beige, White, Red & Pink
*2 black buttons with a diameter of 2cm
*Tapestry needle
*Matching Thread
*Hot glue

GAUGE
At the end of round 8, laying flat = 6.75 inches in diameter.
Don’t forget to check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
  Numbers in ( ) at the end of each round/row indicate the total number of stitches.
  Always use stitch markers to mark your rounds.
  The ch2, at the beginning of each round DOES NOT count as an hdc.
  You slip stitch on the first hdc, not on top of the ch 2.


BEANIE starting with white
  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 on top of ch2 (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 on top of ch2 (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 on top of ch2 (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 on top of ch2 (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 on top of ch2 (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 on top of ch2 (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 on top of ch2 (64)
  Rnd 9: ch2, hdc 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 on top of ch2 (72)
  Rnd 10-16: ch2, hdc in each st around, in the last st of rnd 16 change to light blue, sl st on top of ch 2 (72)
  Rnd 17- 20: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st on top of ch2 (72)
Don’t F/O. Continue to make the first earflap.

1st Earflap with light blue
  Row 1: ch 1, sc in next 12 sts, ch 1, turn (12)
  Row 2-3: sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (12)
  Row 4: sc2tog, sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog, ch 1, turn (10)
  Row 5: sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (10)
  Row 6: sc2tog, sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog, ch 1, turn (8)
  Row 7: sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (8)
  Row 8: sc2tog, sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog, ch 1, turn (6)
  Row 9: sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, ch 1, turn (4)
  Row 10: sc2tog, sc2tog (2)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

2nd Earflap with light blue
Count to the right 23 sts (that’s including the 12 sts from the 1st earflap). Attach to the 24th st.Repeat rows 1-10 from 1st earflap.
Don’t F/O. Continue to make the edging.

EDGING with light blue
ch 1, turn, 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.

EARS with white; make 2
  Rnd 1: 8hdc in magic ring (8)
  Rnd 2: sc in next st, 2sc in next st around (12)
  Rnd 3-7: hdc in each st around, sl st into 1st st (12)
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

BRAIDS
Cut 18 pieces of yarn (9 for each earflap) about 30 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 light blue, white and beige color; you can use just one color or whatever combination you like.

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...stuff the ears very lightly so the stuffing won’t show through. Sew the ears between round 5 and 7.
  For the face I will be sharing with you my sketch I made before I started cutting up the felt. I use this sketch to get my parts looking perfectly. Just cut the pieces and trace them into the felt. Follow the template below for the colors you need to use. You can either glue them in place with hot glue or sew them.

     EYES...you will need 2 black buttons with a diameter of 2cm. As you can see in the above template I wrote down where to place them in the face. Follow the guide.

This beanie will go great with the Adventure Time Pillows.
You can purchase these individually or as a combo pack in
any of my shops (Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy) for a very low price.

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

Finn the Human and Adventure Time are copyright by Cartoon Network.
This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (December 2012). 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.

Mickey Mouse Earflap Beanie (teen - adult size)

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

SIZE/MEASUREMENTS
Teen - Adult (21" - 23" head circumference)

MATERIALS
*Crochet hook size: 5.5mm (I)
*Worsted weight yarn: Black (110yds), Red (55yds) & Yellow (25yds)
*2 oval white buttons
*Stitch Markers to mark your rounds
*Tapestry Needle

GAUGE
At the end of round 8, laying flat = 7 inches in diameter.
Don’t forget to check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
  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 slip stitch and/or chain when going to the next round unless stated to do so.
  The ch 2 at the beginning of each round counts as 1 hdc.



BEANIE starting with yellow
  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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (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 on top of ch 2 (64)
  Rnd 9-14: ch2, hdc in each st around, in last st change to red, sl st on top of ch 2 (64)
  Rnd 15-20: ch2, hdc in each st around, sl st on top of ch 2 (64)
Don’t F/O, continue to make the first earflap.

1st EARFLAP with red
  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 sc across, ch 1, 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 red
Count to the right 23 sts. Attach the yarn on 24th st, ch1, sc in next 12 sts, ch1, turn. Continue with rows 2-10 just like from the 1st earflap.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EDGING with yellow
Attach yarn in any stitch and ch1, 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 first sc to give it a nice even finish.
F/O, secure and weave in the ends.

EARS with black; 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: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (24)
  Rnd 5: sc in next 7 sts, 2sc in next st around (27)
  Rnd 6-9: sc in each st aroud (27)
  Rnd 10: sc in next 7 sts, sc2tog around (24)
  Rnd 11: sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog around (18)
  Rnd 12: sc in next st, sc2tog around (12)
 F/O, secure and weave in the 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.

ASSEMBLE
     All that is left to do is adding the 2 oval buttons just like in the picture and sewing the ears on top of the beanie. There's no need in stuffing the ears just flatten them out.

You can easily turn the beanie into Minnie Mouse. If you need any help at all in making Minnie, don't hesitate to contact me.

Idea on how to make a
Minnie Mouse Earflap Beanie

This beanie will go great with the Mickey Mouse Pillow.
You can purchase this pattern in any of my shops (Ravelry, Etsy or Craftsy)
for a very low price.

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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Or to follow our Instagram page. :)

Have a nice crochet time!
- Janet

Mickey Mouse is copyright by Disney.
This pattern is an original pattern by Janet Carrillo "damn it Janet, let's crochet!" (October 2012). 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.