Weekend Roundup: Favorite Finds #8

Yeah I'm so excited its the weekend.  We've been hit with sick kids, tax season, and just plain busyness.  I'm excited to slow down a little for a day or two.  Today I have fun finds to share with you.  People are so talented and I love that they share that talent with us! Let's jump right in. 

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First up I have a couple of ADORABLE playhouses.  I really want to build one this year and here are a few I  love.  The first one is so cute.  Those shutters and pink door are perfect.  You can find the details here.

This one is so perfect!  found on Instagram here. (Oh and I just started following her...so much goodness!)

I love these plans found here

I love this happy art area.  I need to revamp mine and love the inspiration found here

How cute is this adorable narwhal?!?  It looks like a fun and easy pattern found here

Another adorable pattern!  This would make a super cute Valentine's Day gift.  Find the free pattern here

I thought these baskets were just too cute not to share.  I'm not sure if I love the plants or little animals inside better.  find it here

I must really be in a crocheting mood this week because here is another awesome pattern.  I've had my eye on this one for a while and she is now offering it for free!  Find it here

I love everything about this sign.  It's now on my to make list.  You can find the tutorial  here

Another gorgeous wreath!  So pretty for spring or a little girls room.  Find the tutorial here

I just super love this print :)  Find it here

Here's a little groundhog day celebration idea.  These cookies are so fun!  Find them here

Your kids will go crazy for these Groundhog cookies.  The groundhog even pops up and down!  Find them here

It's a little early for spring but these are so cute! Find them here

That's all for this week! I'd love to see what inspires you.  Do you have an Etsy Shop, Instagram, or Blog?  I'd love to feature you.  Send me a message :)

Crocheted Arrow Farmhouse Sign

This might be one of my favorite projects.  It combines my love of crochet with my love for home decor (especially framed signs!)

I actually made this a year ago and use it in my girls room but love to bring it into the living room for Valentine's day.  I used this pattern to create the arrow (it's a paid pattern).  If arrows aren't really your thing or you are looking for a free pattern the possibilities with this idea are endless.  The only thing is you probably want something that lays somewhat flat.  I love the ideas of flowers, animals, these feathers, or even simple hearts. 

To make this sign I first crocheted my arrow.  Then cut a board to fit the size I needed.  To get the look of this board I stained it.  Once it was dry I painted it gray then heavily distressed the entire board so the colors sort of blended together.  Cut, stained, and attached the frame (quick tutorial can be found in this post or this one).  Then used hot glue to attach the arrow to the center.

I love the texture the yarn adds that paint just can't do.  Of course you could always add some vinyl or painted letters it would be so cute!

Here are a couple more colors.  These ones are in my little boys room.

Free Baby Crochet Skirt Pattern

 There is something so sweet about this little skirt.  Its soft and can be customized so easily.  

If you know a few basic crochet stitches you can make this!  Today I'm sharing the Newborn size for Free with you!!!  If you are looking for more sizes, some fun variations, a lot more detail (and I should mention FREE!) check below the pattern to find out how to get your full copy of the pattern.

Let's get started!

Supplies needed:

J hook for skirt,  H hook for drawstring

Worsted weight yarn (My favorites for this skirt are vanna’s choice, I love this yarn, or red heart super savers they are similar in weight and wash well)

Notes:

Each round is sl st to the begging chain 2

ch 2 counts as 1^st DC

Stitches:

ch  Chain

Sl St  Slip Stitch

SC   Single Crochet

DC  Double Crochet

*Please note all babies are shaped differently.  My sizing was based  and tested on average sizes found.  For best result measure your babies waist and add or take a few stitches away for best results (or download the full pattern and use closest measurements-check below to find out how!).  You can always add a few extra stitches to give yourself some wiggle room.  The draw string helps with accurate fit.

newborn- 12" waist

Chain 32, sl st together

Round 1: Ch 2, DC in next st, * Dc* round Join w/ slst at top of first dc ( 32dc)

Round 2:   Ch. 2, DC in next DC,  *DC* round  Join w/ slst at top of first dc  ( 32dc)

Round 3:   Fold two rows in half and sc the two rows together ( 32sc). (waist band created) 

waistband complete.  It should measure approximately 6" laying flat

(if its a little bit bigger its okay.  Draw string is used to help with best fit.)

You will now be working off the bottom of waist band for the remainder of the skirt

 Round 4: Ch. 2, DC in same st.  DC in next stitch,  *2DC, DC* round, sl st.

Round 5-8: Ch. 2, DC in next st., *DC* round, sl st. 

Round 9: Ch. 2, DC in same st. 2DC in next stitch, *2DC*round, sl st. and Fasten off.

Draw String

Leave a 1 inch tail. Then using an H  hook chain 100.  Fasten off and leave another 1 inch tail.

Find the front, center of the waist band (the folded over rows of DCs)  Use your hook and pull one end of the tail through the waist band.  When you reach the other side leave 1 or 2 stitches between your end and starting point.  Even out and tie.

As a special thank you for stopping by you can receive the full pattern for free by signing up for my newsletter.  You can quickly sign up on my sidebar.  Don't worry I only send emails when I have something awesome to share with you...like this!  If you've all ready signed up (Thank You!) check your latest email for the link to my exclusive prints.   If you need the code again or have any problems downloading the pattern please contact me.  

So what's included in this pattern?  Sizes Newborn up to 12 months, picture tutorials and helps for the waistband and drawstring, 5 different edges making it super versatile, and a headband pattern.

 Adorable Headband found in the pattern

Some of the Alternative Edges found in the pattern

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Happy Crocheting!

Crocheted Princess Crowns and Wands

I love the age of dress up, princess, pirates, superheros, and make believe.  I love seeing their imagination grow and get a little glimpse into their dream world.  With Halloween around the corner I wanted to share this adorable princess set I made my girls last year.  Not only are they perfect for dress up but also are pretty amazing photo props.

If you have a little one that likes to dress up and you know how to crochet (also has a knitted version) you can find the pattern I used here.

Here are a few other pattern options

Free Pattern from IraRott Designs

Free pattern found here

Free pattern for a larger sized crown found here.

Free pattern found here

Found on Etsy

Free pattern here

Baby size on etsy

Free pattern on Ravelry

one fit for a prince or princess found on etsy

and the perfect applique for any princess project found (free pattern found here)

And just a sneak peek at tomorrows post...Free Printables!  Don't worry I didn't leave out the boys :)

Adorable Crocheted Giraffe

I had some bright and fun yarn that I wanted to uses for a special gift.  I ran across an adorable giraffe pattern and knew it would be perfect.  The free pattern found here.

It's a great size for cuddling.

If you are new to amigurumi this is a great one to start with.  There are lots of pieces but very easy to follow.

Cuddly Crochet Unicorn

I am loving all of the adorable unicorn crafts I've been seeing lately.  This cute pattern from One Dog Woof Caught my eye a little while ago and I had to make it.  I love how it turned out.  I didn't make any changes to the pattern and it was overall really easy to follow.  I did have a little trouble with the mane but with a little tweaking it turned out great.  

You can find the free pattern here.