Free Crochet Pattern : Shark Headpiece

It's time for a new headpiece pattern. 

These hats are designed for small dogs, cats or stuffed animals. 

Sharks have been very popular this year. I recently got to make these darling Shark Booties! So cute!  

Shark Slipper Socks pattern by Stacie

I have sold several Shark Cape Sets and patterns too. 

These sharks were my inspiration for a jawesome 

new headpiece for my Chihuahua Lucy! 

She is a model in training. 

Shark Headpiece

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Thanks to my mom of Posh Pooch Designs for testing and Max for Modeling!
Picture used with permission! 

Sized for 2-3 inches between the ears and about 10-12 inches around the head

F - Hook 3.75

Worsted Weight Yarn of choice - Small amounts Grey and White

Notes:

*Chain stitch does not count in stitch count!

*The number at the end of each row is the stitch count for the row (#).

Terms and Stitches: 

*R - row or round

*ch - chain

*sc - single crochet

*sl st - slip stitch

*st - stitch

Starting with Grey 

R1: Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, join with sl st to 1st sc (6) 

R2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, join with sl st to 1st sc (12)

R3: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (18)

R4: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc 2) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (24)

R5: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc 3) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (30)

R6: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc 4) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (36) 

Notes: 

Piece should measure approx 2 1/2 inches across.

R 7-8 will form the ear holes and ties

R7: Ch 24, sk 6 sts, sl st in next st, sc in next 11 sts, sl st in next st, ch 24, 

sk 6 sts, sl st in next st, sc in remaining st to beginning ch-24, DO NOT JOIN

Fasten off Grey, switch to white

R8: sc in next 12 chs, ch 46, sl st in 2nd ch from the hook and next 45 chs, sc in next 12 chs, sl st in next 12 sts, sc in next 12 chs, ch 46, sl st in 2nd ch from the hook and next 45 chs, sl st in remaining sts to 1st sc, Fasten off and weave in ends. 

Switch to White 
R9: Join with a sl st corner of ear flap ( see image below) sc in same st as join, picot, sl st in next st,  
*(sc in next st, picot sl st in next st) Rep from * across to opposite corner.
Fasten off and weave in ends. 

Fin

With Grey

R1: Ch 2, 4 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, join with a sl st to 1st sc (4)

R2: Ch 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in remaining sts, sl st to 1st sc (6)
R3: Ch 1, 2 sc in  next 2 sts, sc in remaining sts, sl st to 1st sc (8)
R4: Ch 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in remaining sts, sl st to 1st sc (10)
R5: Ch 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in remaining st, sl st to 1st sc (12)
R6-8: Ch 1, sc in each sc around, join with a sl st to 1st sc (12)

*Fasten off but leave a long tail for sewing. 
*Stuff Fin lightly with some extra grey yarn. 
*Sew fin to center of hat or as desired. 

Eyes:
With Black yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider two lines for the eyes. (see 1st main image for placement)

Be sure to check out our other Headpiece patterns 
Just click the images below! 

  

Free Crochet Pattern : Decorative Pumpkin Headpiece for Small Cats, Dogs or Stuffed Toys

Last week I got a fun custom order for some cat hats! Yes cat hats! Call me crazy but I like a challenge! Usually I leave the animal design to my awesome, super talented mom over at Posh Pooch Designs but this person found me first through my devil headband and cape set on Etsy and wanted something similar for her cat.  She gave me some measurements and I went from there freestyle. I made her a devil and unicorn headpiece. Aren't they so silly, but so cute! 

I'm allergic to cats so my kids shared their stuffed babies to model them for you. LOL! 

I thought this simple design would be fun to share with you since it can be used for small cats, dogs or as I will use them, for extra accessories for my kids stuffed animals! (they have way to many) 

I decided since it's just about fall that a pumpkin headpiece would be just right! 

I may design a few more seasonally but we'll see. 

I hope you enjoy the pattern! 

Decorative Pumpkin Headpiece

Sized for 2-3 inches between the ears and about 10-12 inches around the head

F - Hook 3.75

Worsted Weight Yarn of choice - Orange and Green 

Notes:

*Chain stitch does not count in stitch count!

*The number at the end of each row is the stitch count for the row (#).

Terms and Stitches: 

*R - row or round

*ch - chain

*sc - single crochet

*sl st - slip stitch

*st - stitch

R1: Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, join with sl st to 1st sc (6) 

R2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, join with sl st to 1st sc (12)

R3: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (18)

R4: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc 2) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (24)

R5: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc 3) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (30)

R6: Ch 1, *(2 sc, sc 4) repeat from * around, join with sl st to 1st sc (36) 

Notes: 

Piece should measure approx 2 1/2 inches across.

R 7&8 will form the ear holes and ties

R7: Ch 24, sk 6 sts, sl st in next st, sc in next 11 sts, sl st in next st, ch 24, 

sk 6 sts, sl st in next st, sc in remaining st to beginning ch-24, DO NOT JOIN

R8: sc in next 12 chs, ch 46, sl st in 2nd ch from the hook and next 45 chs, sc in next 12 chs, 

sl st in next 12 sts, sc in next 12 chs, ch 46, sl st in 2nd ch from the hook and next 45 chs, 

sl st in remaining sts to 1st sc, Fasten off and weave in ends. 

Stem and Spiral Vine

R1: Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, join with a sl st to 1st sc (6)

R2-4: Ch 1, sc in each sc around, join with a sl st to 1st sc (6)

R5: Ch 11, 2 sc in 2nd ch from the hook and each ch across, join to next sc with sl st

Fasten off but leave a long tail. Sew stem to center of hat or as desired. 

Image used with permission from Posh Pooch Designs.
She tested it for me!  Modeled by Max. 

Free Pattern - Crochet Costume Mask & Bracelets for Ninja Turtles

Costume Masks & Bracelets 
An add on for my popular Hatchling Turtle Cuddle Critter Cape Pattern

by: Elisabeth Spivey - Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations

http://calleighsclips.com

I've been wanting to share an add on alternative for my Turtle Pattern for a long time.

( I know many of you already have the pattern but if you don't you can purchase it in my Ravelry shop) 

I've had so many people ask to make it a Ninja Turtle. 

A Special thanks to Jennifer Neerhof for the idea & pattern for the wristlets and this awesome picture of the ones she made. You can check out her Etsy shop here

Image used with permission from Jennifer Neerhof. 

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Skill Level : Easy

Materials: 

Worsted Weight Yarn in colors of choice - I Love this Yarn or Vanna’s Choice are my favorites. 

*Note - For Mask you will be working with two strands unless otherwise noted to make the worsted weight bulky.

*Hook size(s) :  I- 9 (5.5 mm), N/P-15 (10.00 mm)

*Tapestry Needle

Gauge 2” x 2” swatch = 5 rows of 5 sc 

Stitches used:

(ch)chain

(st) stitch

(sl st) slip stitch

(sc) single crochet

(sc dec) single crochet decrease

(dc ) double crochet

Note : chain stitch does not count in stitch count!

**Size (NB -3 mo ) -Easily adjustable for older toddlers or children See - option #2 below

Mask: 

with two strands of worsted weight yarn in color of choice (N- Hook) 

Row 1 - ch 11,  sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and in the next 9 sts, ch1, turn , (10)

Row 2 - sc dec over the next 2 sts, ch 4, sk 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, ch 4, sk 2 sts, sc dec over the next 2 sts, ch 1, turn (4 sc and two ch 4 spaces)

Row 3 - sc in 1st sc, 4 sc in ch 4 space, sc in next 2 sts, 4 sc in ch 4 space, sc in next sc, ch 1, (13)

Row 4 -  sl st up the side of the mask to row 1, ch 16, turn

Row 5- sc in 2nd ch from hook, and in each chain across, join with sl st to mask, fasten off and weave in ends. You’ll need a to sew the other end shut with the black yarn and tapestry needle. 

Option #1 - Slide the mask onto the hat for embellishment or you can use it on a baby with out the hat

Option #2 - Making ties -  Substitute this for Row 4 & 5 instead 

Row 4 -  sl st up the side of the mask to row 1, ch 25, turn

Row 5- sc in 2nd ch from hook, and in each chain across, join with sl st to mask, sl st across the top of row 1 to opposite corner, ch 22, sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, and in each chain across, sl st back to mask, fasten off and weave in ends. 

This is pictured on my 3rd old ;) 

Option #3 - on Row 4 instead of ch 16 you could do a sc chain-less foundation chain in place of row 4 & 5 plus it will give you more stretch around. I have a link on my blog how to do a chain-less foundation 

Need a larger mask- See free pattern for Costume Cape and Mask here! 

Bracelets

(Pattern by: Jennifer Neerhof )

(I-9 hook 5.5mm) - Make two - One strand of worsted  

Round 1- ch 18, join with sl st (Be careful not to twist the ch) 

Round 2- working in the back spine of ch - ch 3, Dc in each ch around, join with a sl st to 1st dc,

Fasten off & Weave in ends

These again can be made any size by adjusting the ch to fit a wrist measurement 

If you need help with the pattern or questions at anytime please feel free to contact me and I’ll get in touch with you with in 24-48 hrs. I hope you love this pattern as much as I loved designing and making it! Enjoy!

Copyright ©2012 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. My Etsy shop name ID and 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

Pre-Sale Mermaid Princess Cuddle Cape Set

I just wanted to say thank you for all your sweet comments about this new set. Lots of love and time has gone into this pattern from me and my fabulous testers! I can't thank them enough for helping me when I was stuck on some sizing! I love that I've met some fabulous people that help me make these patterns just right just because they want to. This business wouldn't continue to flourish with out all the amazing ideas and support of pattern testers, photographers, fans and customers. THANK YOU! 

This Set just needs to be tried out on a little baby one more time on Sunday to check the foot pocket out on the back. If it's good then it will be ready to go Monday. What's a foot pocket you ask ? :) 

I wanted to keep the tradition of writing a cape style pattern not a cocoon. The only problem with the mermaid tail is that we don't really want little feet or toes sticking out since well...Mermaid don't have feet. LOL! So just incase you have a baby that is a little more alert and moving we've added a little pocket on the back to keep them in place. For those of you that want a more cocoon like back. I've also included instructions on how to make a pocket cover entire back of the cape. 

Since many of you didn't want to miss this release next week I started a Pre-Release Sale yesterday and I have to say I've never really had good luck with pre-sales but you all have surprised me and have obviously fallen in love with the pattern already. I'm blown away at the response to the Pre-Sale! 

Thank you so much!!! 

Here is a link to the Pre-Sale in my Artfire Shop. You can get the pattern for $4.50 through the weekend to the release date (set for Monday May 21st) Regular price $5.95  - 

Pre-Release Sale- Mermaid Princess Cuddle Cape Set

Pattern includes instructions for the Tail, Shells and Tiara. Uses the gorgeous crocodile stitch texture. 

I know many of you aren't as familiar with Artfire but I love it for pre-sale and high volume orders because I don't have to pay the Crazy Fees like on Etsy!!! Many have asked if it will be available on Ravelry and it will be. I've decided on the Release day I'll extend the sale so you can get it on instant download if you prefer at the sale price. 

Remember this is a Pre-Release Sale and I'm putting the final touches on the pattern so it's not going to be emailed until Monday May 21st!!! 

For those of you interested in the finished Items I have one that is ready to ship as shown in the pictures above. You can purchase it in my Etsy shop 

If you have other questions please don't hesitate to use the contact tab to email me!! 

UPDATE - You can now find this in all my shops! Simply visit

http://www.calleighsclips.com