Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan - Square 9 -Bumble Bee

Today is the day! We are on our last square! While this little bumble bee wasn't really part of the logo I thought he fit in rather well. Isn't he just a cute little buggy. 

I've just added the video and better written instructions for the square edging (you can find that at the end of the this pattern) 

Be sure to add your projects in Ravelry and feel free to share on social media. I'd love to see your squares! 

Maybe one day I'll create more graphs with some other 

critters or creatures. 

What would you like to see? 

Here is a link to the full materials list, other squares and 

project details! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan

SQUARE # 9 - Bumble Bee 

(Make 2) 

Hook : G-HOOK (4.00mm)

Each Square measures around 8x8 inches

Final project measures : Approx 28 x 28 inches

Gauge isn't essential! Whew! LOL!

 I know you wouldn't make a swatch anyways. haha! 

Colors needed :

Charcoal, Yellow, Ocean & Ivory

*Each Square on the graph represents one square in the mini c2c stitch
Start at box 1 with mini c2c working diagonally up to box 29, Do not Fasten off

Edging: Click here for For Edging Squares instructions 


You should now have all nine squares finished and edged. 
Be sure to finish weaving in any ends too! 

Later this week we'll talk about how to join the squares and get ready to work on the final border finishing! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan - Square 7 & 8 - Rainbow Stripes

Sorry I'm getting this weeks square to you a little later in the day this week. I started a new part time job so I'm trying to juggle this new adventure. 

Don't worry Calleigh's Clips isn't going anywhere! I still plan to design and create wonderful items for you.

 I hope you are really enjoying this blanket! 

We are coming down to the last few squares. 

Since It's a crazy week for me and you need two of this square for the blanket there will only be this one post this week instead of two. 

I do need to apologize. While I've filmed all the videos I haven't had time to edit them all. I'm going to try very hard to do that this week. So be on the look out for those as well.

This weeks squares are super simple diagonal stripes 

with easy color changes every couple rows.

These should work up easy peasy and fast!  

Here is a link to the full materials list, other squares and 

project details! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan

SQUARE # 7 & 8 - Rainbow Stripes

(Make 2) 

Hook : G-HOOK (4.00mm)

Each Square measures around 8x8 inches

Final project measures : Approx 28 x 28 inches

Gauge isn't essential! Whew! LOL!

 I know you wouldn't make a swatch anyways. haha! 

Colors needed :

Peacock, Hot Rose, Yellow, Desert Glaze, Mid Green, Ivory

*Each Square on the graph represents one square in the mini c2c stitch
Start at box 1 with mini c2c working diagonally up to box 29, Do not Fasten off

Edging: Click here for For Edging Squares instructions 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan - Square 5 - Turtle

Happy Day! It's time for our next square! This one is pretty special to me and has unique coloring. Feel free to use more traditional colors if you desire. Now remember I designed each square after my logo which is why this turtle is so colorful. You could even leave out the little dots on the shell for less color changing if you desire. 

Turtles are a favorite around here as it was one of my 1st ever designs to go viral around the inter-webs! I've literally sold 1000's of patterns and made 100's of turtle sets! It will always have a special place in my heart. You can see that design below. 

The Original Hatchling Turtle Cuddle Critter Cape

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Here is a link to the full materials list, other squares and 

project details! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan

SQUARE #5 - Turtle

Hook : G-HOOK (4.00mm)

Each Square measures around 8x8 inches

Final project measures : Approx 28 x 28 inches

Gauge isn't essential! Whew! LOL! I know you wouldn't make a swatch anyways. haha! 

Colors needed :

 Ivory, Mid Green, Ocean, Desert Glaze, Yellow, & Hot Rose

*Each Square on the graph represents one square in the mini c2c stitch
Start at box 1 with mini c2c working diagonally up to box 29, Do not Fasten off

Edging: Click here for For Edging Squares instructions 

Square number 6 will come later this week. 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2c Graphgan - Square 4 Flower

How are your squares coming? Are you ready for number 4. I love this one because it's a simple flower with little color changes! 

This past week I was able to start filming the video tutorial for those that need assistance learning how to do the mini c2c and working from a graph!  You can find Part 1 on Youtube

How to Mini C2C - Intro and Increasing

Here is a link to the full materials list, other squares and 

project details! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan

SQUARE #4 - Flower

Hook : G-HOOK (4.00mm)

Each Square measures around 8x8 inches

Final project measures : Approx 28 x 28 inches

Gauge isn't essential! Whew! LOL! I know you wouldn't make a swatch anyways. haha! 

Colors needed : Hot Rose, Desert Glaze, & Ivory

*Each Square on the graph represents one square in the mini c2c stitch
Start at box 1 with mini c2c working diagonally up to box 29, Do not Fasten off

Edging: Click here for For Edging Squares instructions 

Watch for square no 5 & 6 next week!! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini c2c Graphgan - Square 3 - Ladybug

Yay! It's time for Square #3! I'm in love with this adorable ladybug! The Ladybug is special because it represents the first ever Cuddle Critter Cape design that started this wonderful crochet design journey for me 7 years ago! 

Here is a link to the full materials list, other squares and 

project details! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan

SQUARE #3 - Ladybug

Hook : G-HOOK (4.00mm)

Each Square measures around 8x8 inches

Final project measures : Approx 28 x 28 inches

Gauge isn't essential! Whew! LOL! I know you wouldn't make a swatch anyways. haha! 

Colors needed : Hot Rose, Charcoal, Ocean, & Ivory

*Each Square on the graph represents one square in the mini c2c stitch
Start at box 1 with mini c2c working diagonally up to box 29, Do not Fasten off

Edging: Click here for For Edging Squares instructions 

Watch for square #4 later in the week as well as some video tutorials! I'm finally feeling better and won't sound so stuffy. 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini c2c Graphgan - Square 2 - Tree

 I hope you are excited for square #2! It's a tree. I enjoyed making this square because of minimal color changes. It's simple but fun! You can jazz it up by adding some extra dots of color in the tree if you wanted for apples, oranges or other fruit by filling in the squares you desire. 

This is where you can get creative and unique. 

Here is a link to the 1st square, full materials list and Project details! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan

SQUARE #2 Tree

Hook : G-HOOK (4.00mm)

Each Square measures around 8x8 inches

Final project measures : Approx 28 x 28 inches

Gauge isn't essential! Whew! LOL! I know you wouldn't make a swatch anyways. haha! 

Colors needed : Ivory,  Mid Green, & Toasted Almond

**You will only need a tiny bit of the Toasted Almond color (light brown). It will only be used it in this square so a very small amount of a brown shade you have will work to with out having to buy a full skein if you would like. 

*Each Square on the graph represents one square in the mini c2c stitch
Start at box 1 with mini c2c working diagonally up to box 29, Do not Fasten off

Edging: Click here for For Edging Squares instructions 


Watch for square #3 early next week! 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket Mini C2C Graphgan: Square 1 - Owl

I'm so excited to share with you my latest design! I had this idea to use my logo to create a graphgan. I'd never made a graphgan myself before and thought it would be too much work, to much yarn and oy, those color changes! So many ends to weave! 

I have made c2c blankets and I love the stitch, so I decided to just jump in with it! 

I recently learned mini c2c stitch, basically you use a hdc stitch instead of a dc so it uses less yarn and make a smaller square.  I fell in love even more! 

I designed 9 whimsical squares and have a few ideas for more. I'll be posting about 2 squares a week over the next 5 weeks! The last week I'll share the last square and border I used. I'm not holding an official Crochet along but if you want to make one as I post each week. I'll be fresh to answer questions along the way. You are welcome to post on my facebook page,  group or tag me on instagram @calleighsclips so we can have fun together! 

Since I used the mini c2c stitch all my info will be based off that but feel free to have fun with this. 

Use a different stitch, c2c, bobbles, sc, your preferred graph method. 

You can use different colors, yarn sizes or hook choices.

 You are not stuck on what I use. Be creative and have fun! 

If you are a planner like me, I have a materials list for the whole blanket. If you have a decent stash like I do I had every thing on hand already. I'm doing good sticking to my no - new yarn ban. 

See Release Schedule at the end of the post! 

Be sure to add this to your Raverly Favorites and link up your projects so I can see your progress. 

Calleigh's Clips Baby Blanket

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Materials for full project 

I used Hobby Lobby's I Love This Yarn Worsted Weight 

1 Skien each: 

Peacock, Ocean, Hot Rose, Yellow, Desert Glaze, Charcoal, Toasted Almond, Mid Green

2 Skien's : Ivory (Main Color or Background color)

Hook : G-HOOK (4.00mm)

Each Square measures around 8x8 inches

Final project measures : Approx 28 x 28 inches

Gauge isn't essential! Whew! LOL! I know you wouldn't make a swatch anyways. haha! 

Need help getting started! Video Tutorials on they way! 

How to Mini C2C

SQUARE #1 OWL 

Colors needed : Peacock, Ocean, Mid Green, Desert Glaze, & Ivory 

OWL GRAPH

Each Square on the graph represents one square in the mini c2c stitch
Start at box 1 with mini c2c working diagonally up to box 29, Do not Fasten off

Click here for For Edging Squares instructions 

Watch for the next square later in the week.
Curious what the other squares might be???

It's all based off my logo! So you'll just have to wait and see what's next! I hope to design more bonus squares too! You can do so much more than just a blankets! Pillows, Wall hangings, purses and more! Enjoy! 

Week of Feb 13- 19

Square 1 - OWL 

Square #2 -TREE

Week of Feb 20- 26 

Square #3 - Ladybug 

Square #4 - Flower

Week of Feb 27 - March 5 

Square #5 - Turtle 

Square #6 - Mushroom

Week of March 6 - 12 

Square #7 & #8 - Rainbow Stripes

Week of March 13 - 19 

Square #9 - Bumble Bee 

Click here for Joining squares, Final border and finishing! 

Cozy Blanket Blessings

I don't often make afghan's or blankets! I tend to get bored or lose interest in large projects. Would you believe I've made two in the past month! I really enjoyed making both of these and I knew I had to share the links with you all. You'll want to add these to your to-make crochet lists! 

This first one was so fun and I loved the colors that were requested. 

This is the Circle Chevron Baby Blanket as I call it. 

You can find the free pattern on Ravelry

Rainbow Ripple Baby Blanket

While I followed the pattern for rounds and stitch counts I followed a picture example a friend of my hubby's sent me for the color changes. I had the perfect colors on hand which is always great! 

I used Hobby Lobby's I Love This Yarn in

Ocean, Black & White

This ended up being a little bigger than I expected as it's about 54 inches across. It's going to be a great blanket and treasured! I'll would love to make more of these! Could be a great stash buster.  It took me a good few days to make but once you get the hang of the pattern it goes pretty quickly as long as you don't lose count. 

The 2nd Blanket I made is a Free pattern by Mama in a Stitch called the 

Mod Heirloom Crochet Blanket

A friend of mine asked if I would like to make it for her! 

I gladly accepted the challenge. I have to say I really enjoyed making this. I love the Granite stitch, (Some times called the moss stitch) it's been a popular stitch pattern lately with all the planned pooling talk. I have to say though making a blanket with mostly sc crochet stitches seemed awful LOL! I used Hobby Lobby's I Love This Yarn in Ivory and Gray Mist. My saving grace was that I could use two strands at a time to make it bulky. I still used the J-Hook and the gauge was spot on for me as long as I didn't crochet too tight. 

I would have never thought to use these two colors together. 

They are so clean, crisp and fresh together. 

The blanket isn't to heavy and yet thick enough that it is going to make a great cozy blanket by the fire for the winter! 

This was a great project for my little vacation to Colorado. I worked on it little by little and had it done in a week. 

Maybe my fear of big projects is fading because I really want to make another blanket! I don't usually sell them because between time and materials they can become expensive fast but I'm happy to get a fair quote if you are ever interested in a custom order for them! Now I have to get to working on Christmas Presents! I have a feeling this month is going to go by fast! 

What are some of your favorite blanket/afghan patterns! Feel free to comment below or share a link or picture on my facebook page anytime! 

Crochet Mermaid Blanket in New Larger Sizes

HI! yay! yay! yay! Can you tell I'm so excited! I've been working on the crochet pattern update on the Mermaid Cuddle Blanket for months and it's finally done! If you know me I don't like big projects so this took way longer than it should have! Thank you for your patience! It's ready!!!

Mermaid Princess Blanket

If you want to know the story behind the blanket watch my V-Log on my new Youtube Channel. It will also explain a few changes and give you a better idea of what I was thinking when I designed the larger sizes and how they will work for the new wide range of sizes from Kids, Youth, Pre-teen and Adults of all sizes!

This epic new pattern is written in two new sizes 5-10 years, and Pre-teen to Adult.
You can find the Crochet Pattern Instant download on sale in all my shops Sept 4- Sept 7th
Ending Midnight Central for 2.99 (reg $4.50)

Just pick your Favorite Shop! No coupon needed.

Raverly

Etsy

Craftsy

Mermaid Princess Blanket

Again! Thanks so much for your patience and I hope you Looooove this new pattern in larger sizes. 

Looking for the Original Mermaid Princess Cuddle Cape Blanket, with tiara and shells

Sizes Newborn to 4T 

You can find that in all my shops too. 

Here is a link in Ravelry

Also if keep in mind this doesn't just have to be a mermaid! Using other colors you could totally make this a goldfish or Koi blanket or use your sons favorite color for a Merman. My son is already asking for a fish....but I really don't want to make another one right now haha! 

Enjoy! and Thanks so much for supporting 

Calleigh's Clips and Crochet Creations 

Designs by Elisabeth Spivey

Freebie pattern for one day only!!

As part of our 15K Facebook Fan Celebration! Yesterday I asked you to vote on a freebie pattern for the day! The decision wasn't hard and won by a long shot! You all picked Shellby the Turtle Lovey! 

I love my turtles! Shellby is my turtle mascot that you see in my logo! He has a special place in my heart and my turtles are what really made my business flourish! Who would have thought a turtle cape pattern would be viral and become by far my best seller! It's still going strong after all this time!! 

Anywho! I know you're here for a the freebie but I wanted to also remind you that today is also the last day of our huge 75% off patterns sale! That means all patterns are 1.49 or less until midnight central time. 

You can get the coupon code for the 75% off sale  Raverly HERE.
(this isn't the freebie code-scroll down for that one!)

To access your free pattern you simply just need to click the link below. It will auto add the pattern to your cart and add the coupon code! 

This will only be free Wed Sept 17, 2014 11 Am - Thurs. Sept 18,  2014 11 AM (24 hrs)

After that it will be reg. $4.50

Click here For Free 
SHELLBY THE TURTLE LOVEY

Be sure to sign into Ravelry too so that you can save it in your library because if you don't sign in I can't verify your purchase if you ever lose the pattern. 

Thank you again for being a fan and celebrating with us! Oh and be sure to share blog link to this freebie so people don't miss out! 

Bringing my Logo to Life: Shellby the Turtle Lovey

A while back I was looking at my logo thinking how cute it is and what a great job my web designer did when I told her what I had in mind. I thought it would be fun to make a line of patterns based of my logo for a few reasons. It's got some darling little creatures and shapes (trees, mushrooms, & flowers) in there that would be fun special items.  Also a great opportunity to work on something unique that would mean a lot to me and be exclusive from my shop!

I was naturally drawn to the turtle. Each of my animals in my logo have meaning to me. The turtle represents my turtle cuddle cape  as my all time best seller, so I thought it was a good place to start. I've been working on and off of this for the past 3 months. I got a little side tracked with crazy distructive weather, moving, and several deaths in the family so it's taken longer to do than planned but today I'm so very excited to release a new crochet pattern. The 1st in a line of more to come!

Introducing

Shellby the Turtle Lovey

Do you think she looks like the turtle in my logo? 

I'm never good with naming my creations but this one was fun! I asked my testers for ideas and my friend Jennifer suggested I name her after my hubby. I didn't know if he'd like that but oh well! His name is Shelby and we just added an extra L because "SHELL"BY is just perfect for the turtle. 

I did tell my hubby and since he thought the turtle was super cute he didn't mind! 

You are going to looove this pattern! You can make the Turtle Stuffy or a small blanket but why not combine two childhood favorites into one and make a special lovey. 

My kids stole my lovies and I'll have to make more! These make a great gifts. 

You can find this pattern in Raverly

Shellby the Turtle Lovey

It's on Sale for $3.50 Jul 17-19th

(No coupon needed, discount applies at checkout!)

Come check out all the adorable tester pics on facebook! I love them all!

Thank you testers for all your help so that we can provide a wonderful pattern! 

hmmm I think we might just have to have a Crochet Along with this little guy! What do you think?