Balloon Bunting : Free Crochet Pattern

Well today is my Birthday! I'm now 32 years young! I usually do a birthday pattern and I had lots of ideas planned out for the party but they are works in progress. I do have one fun, simple new pattern for ya! 

Balloon Bunting

I had already have a free Balloon Applique' pattern (click here.) 

Just need to add some string! 

Step 1: Make as many balloons as you'd like. I use six but generally I like to use odd numbers. 

Step 2: Using Worsted Weight yarn of choice and your H- Hook. 

Row 1: Ch 30, *sl st in the back loop, in the top center of the balloon. (between the 12 HDC's on Round 4), ch 30.  Repeat from * until you have attached all your balloons. You will end on a ch 30. Fasten off, pull ends tight and trim as desired. 

Step 3: Decorate with it, have fun & Enjoy! 

Free Crochet Pattern - Balloon Appliques

It's Friday! Who's ready for the weekend? I have a cute little applique to share with you today. It's a simple balloon. These would be great to embellish party hats, crochet hats, or make a garland with them for a special party! I just thought they were fun.  Here's the pattern:

Balloon Applique

Skill Level : Easy

Yarn : Small amounts of Worsted Weight Acrylic 

or cotton (4) in desired colors

Hook: H (5.00mm) or you can use bigger or smaller hooks 

if you would like  to change the size of the balloon. 

Round 1: ch 3, 6 hdc in the 3rd ch from the hook, 
join with sl st to 1st hdc (6)

Round 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in each hdc around, 
join with sl st to 1st hdc (12) 

Round 3: ch 1, 2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in next hdc, *(2 hdc in next hdc, 1 hdc in next hdc) repeat around,  join with sl st to 1st hdc (18)

Round 4: ch 1, sc in 1st and next 5 hdc, 2 hdc in next 6 hdc, sc in next 6 hdc,  join with sl st to 1 st sc ( 24) Don't fasten off

Balloon Tail 

(option 1 - tight curl - green and yellow balloons)

ch 10, 5 sc in each ch across, join back to ballon edge with sl st, fasten off and weave in ends

(Option 2- looser curl - Orange balloon)

ch 10, 3 sc 2nd chain from hook, 2 sc in next ch ,*( 3 sc in next ch, 2 sc in next chain) repeat to last chain, join back to balloon edge with sl st, fasten off and weave in ends

Enjoy!

Copyright ©2010 Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations All rights reserved. These instructions may not be photocopied or reproduced in any manner. They may not be sold. I have made every effort to ensure that these instructions are accurate and complete. I cannot, however, be responsible for human error, or variations in individual work.

Actual finished product may be sold.  URL web page address must be mentioned in listing or wherever item is displayed: Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations by Elisabeth Spivey http://calleighsclips.com

Fire Hydrant Applique Crochet Pattern

Fire Hydrant Applique

You may be thinking "Why in the world would she/I crochet a fire hydrant?" 

I have a great explanation! LOL

My Mother runs Poch Pooch Designs. She wanted an applique for her dog sweaters but she just wasn't liking what she was coming up with and challenged me to try. This is what I came up with and she loved it. So I figuered I should share all my hard work with you. I think this would be a fun applique on hats for boys. You could even get creative and embroider a hose on the hat from the fire hydrant. All kinds of fun possibilities!

I've included lots of pics to help explain along the way! 

Crochet Fire Hydrant Applique Pattern

Materials : Red or Yellow Yarn ( or your color preference)

Hook : F

Start working in Rounds 

RD 1 - ch2, 4 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, Join with sl st to 1st sc, ch1

RD 2 - 4 sc in Back Loop of each sc , Join to 1st sc, ch1 , (4)

RD 3 - 2 sc in each sc  around, Join to 1st sc, ch 2 (8)

RD 4 - 2 dc in each sc around, Join to 1st sc, ch2 (16)

RD 5 - *FPDC in next 3 dc, BPDC in next dc, repeat from * 3 times, join to 1 st dc, ch2 (16)

RD 6 - *FPDC in next 3 dc, BPDC in next dc, repeat from * 3 times, join to 1 st dc, ch1 (16)

RD 7 - sc in front loop of each sc, join in 1st sc, ch1 

You should have this so far. Kind of looks like a mini hat. 

Now working in Rows

Flatten out top with joining seam to side not in the back. you will be closing up the opening on the bottom. 

open

closed

Row 1 - sc 2 Back loops at a time (across from each other ) left from row 7. 

I ended up with 7 SC, ch 1 , turn

Even though you sc you will have an extra loop on the hook because you are grabbing both the back loops (inside loops) to close the opening 

Should look like this when your done with row 1 ! 

Row 2 - Sc in each sc across, ch2 turn

Row 3 - DC in next sc, BPDC in next sc. FPDC in next sc, BPDC in next sc, FPDC in next sc, BPDC in next sc, DC in next sc, ch 2, turn

Row 4 - DC in next sc, FPDC in next sc. BPDC in next sc, FPDC in next sc, BPDC in next sc, FPDC in next sc, DC in next sc, ch 2, turn

Row 5 - Repeat row 3

Fasten off and weave in ends.

We are now going to sc around the mid section only the right side will have the two rows of FPDC not the three rows of BPDC

Starting at the top left sc evenly 3 stitches, ch 3, sl st in same sc, continue to sc around to 1st corner, 3 sc in same sc, sc to next corner, 3 sc in same sc, sc in next 3 sc (should be across from other ch 3, ch 3, sl st in same sc, sc to the top right, fasten off and weave in ends. 

All Finished! 

If you make one feel free to share your work! Hope you enjoy this and if you have questions you can always use the contact tab to email me questions! Thanks! Elisabeth

Free 3-D Sock Monkey Applique Crochet Pattern

Sock Monkey's are timeless and loved by people everywhere. I designed this pattern by request from my Mom. She writes patterns too but was trying to give me an idea for something new which she always has! I'm not the creative one, I'm the technical one. Anyway I tried to make this different than any monkey applique I'd seen. 

So why did I call it 3-D. First because you could actually use it as Amigurimi (stuffed toy). It makes a ball shape and you could stuff it with bead or stuffing for a fun toy! To use as an applique just keep it flat. It's a little thick but not heavy. Just follow directions below and make it how ever you like! 

Free 3-D Sock Monkey Applique Crochet Pattern

Materials: ww(4) yarn 

I used I Love This Yarn from Hobby Lobby  in Red, Ivory, black and Vanna’s Choice in Taupe Mist for the Monkey.

F Hook

Measures approx. 2 inches x 2 inches

Stitches used:

(ch)chain

(sl st) slip stitch

(sc) single crochet

(hdc) Half double crochet

(hdc dec) half double crochet decrease

Applique is worked in rounds

Start with Red or your color preference

Rd 1 - Ch 2, sc in 2nd ch from the hook 8 times, Join to 1st sc with sl st

Rd 2 - Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc, join with sl st  (16)

Rd 3 - Ch1 , *2 sc in sc, 1 sc in next sc around , join with sl st (24)

Rd 4 (change to cream) ch1 , sc in each sc, join with sl st (24)

Rd 5-8 (change to Taupe) ch 2, hdc in each sc (24)

Rd 9  - ch 2, hdc, Hdc dec around, join with sl st , ( do not fasten off! We’ll come back and close this off in the end)

Mouth: 

With Cream yarn

Ch 8, Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, work 3 sc in last ch,

continue around on opposite side of ch, sc in each ch with 3 sc in last ch, join with sl st to first sc. fasten off but leave a long tail to attach mouth to face.

Use Red yarn and sew a few stitches across the middle of the mouth. I attached the mouth to the face her but you don’t have to at this step. 

Attach mouth to face by sew around edges of the mouth. 

Eyes: sew two x’s for the eyes or you can attach small buttons if you’d like.

Closing up the Monkey head : 

Rd 10 - sc dec continually around until only 4-5 stitch remain, sew the hole shut, weave in ends. 

Ears: Make 2

Rd 1 - ch 2, 5 sc in 2nd ch from the hook

Rd 2 -  ch 1, 2 sc in each sc (10)

fasten off but leave a long tail to sew on head

Sew on the ears

Make a tiny pom pom and sew it to the top of the hat

(need help- check out this site for instructions)

You can now attach you applique to anything you’d like! hat’s, scarfs, purses and more! 

To attach applique just use coordinating yarn or thred and sew along the edges. 

You could also use this as a fun small stuffed toy or ball. Just fill with stuffing or beads. 

Copyright ©2011 Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations All rights reserved. These instructions may not be photocopied or reproduced in any manner. They may not be sold. I have made every effort to ensure that these instructions are accurate and complete. You may make this pattern and sell items using it I just ask that you give me credit by linking back to my website - http://www.calleighsclips.com

Owl Applique Crochet Pattern

Owls are so popular right now. I didn't want to write up an actual animal hat pattern since there are many out there plus I love the one I have already. So  I thought I'd try my hand at something different.

I made up this (I think) absolutely adorable owl applique. It can me made to use on hats, headbands, scarfs, clothing and more. I hope you enjoy it.

This is my person pattern and I don't mind if you sell items made from it but please don't copy and steal the pattern. Please just link back to my sight!  Thanks ;)

OWL APPLIQUE PATTERN:


Materials:

Size F Hook (3.75 )

Worsted Weight yarn - I used "i Love This Yarn: Hobby Lobby brand"
Tapestry needle

RD 1 : ch 10, sc in 2 ch from hook, sc in each ch across with 3 sc in last ch, continue around to opposite side of ch, sc in each ch to 1st sc and join w/ sl st

RD 2:  ch1, sc in same st, ch 5, sl st in same sc, sc in next 7 sc, ch 5, sl st in same sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 10 sc , ch 1 turn

(rest of applique is worked in rows)

Row - 1 sc in next 9 sc, ch 1, turn (9)

Row 2- 6 sc in each sc across, ch 1 , turn  (9) 

Row 7 sc dec, sc in next 5, sc dec, ch1 turn

Row 8 sc dec, sc in next 3, sc dec, ch1 turn

Fasten off, weave in ends

eyes: make 2 

ch 3 ,  8 hdc in 1st ch, join with sl st to 1 hdc

Sew on eyes - close together between the ears/horns, I then used black thread to make a few embroidery stitches for the pupal. 

Beak - embroider on in a triangular shape in between the eyes.

Feet - Make 2 

Row 1: chain 4, se in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, ch 1 turn (3)

Row 2: sl st in 1st sc, ch 3 sl st in same sc (3 times)

fasten off, weave in ends

Sew feet to applique. 

I hope you love it as much as I do. You do have permission to sell items make from this pattern but not the pattern itself. If you do sell these I just ask that you link back to me :)