Earlier this year I published a crochet pattern for Filbo, a character from the video game Bugsnax, with five interchangeable limbs. I’ve since updated the pattern to have six additional limb options. I thought this would be a great opportunity to explain why I decided to design a pattern for the character, and how my… Continue reading Crochet Pattern Update for Filbo from Bugsnax
Category: Fiber Crafts
Making a Crochet Pill Part 1 (Shield-Shaped, for Epilepsy and Bipolar)
I’ve seen a lot of cute crocheted amigurumi pills shared for Mental Health Awareness Month recently. Lamictal (generic name lamotrigine) is prescribed for epilepsy and bipolar, and has a very fun shield shape! The only craft or art I could find in the shield pill shape was a necklace charm. After a quick image search,… Continue reading Making a Crochet Pill Part 1 (Shield-Shaped, for Epilepsy and Bipolar)
My Increasing Knowledge Of Crochet Decreases
There are a few decrease stitches used in making amigurumi. The first time I used decreases in a crochet project, I used sc2tog. Then I read that an invisible decrease tends to look better. Unfortunately, I got confused reading the instructions and assumed it meant sc2tog in the front loops. Turns out that’s not right,… Continue reading My Increasing Knowledge Of Crochet Decreases
Minnie and Mickey Themed Plush Heart Crochet Modifications
There’s a free pattern that I absolutely love, by Michelle Alvarez at http://bunniesandyarn.blogspot.com/2017/01/free-crochet-pattern-3d-hearts.html I have been making large versions of these plush hearts, about 8 inches tall, using Bernat blanket yarn with an N hook. I have made seven so far, and I’m planning to make more! They’re easy, they work up quickly, and the… Continue reading Minnie and Mickey Themed Plush Heart Crochet Modifications