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Well I have finally finished the Video for the 3rd and final week of the Faye Doll CAL….Sorry it took so long lot’s going on here!
Here is the pattern for the Hat and Scarves – Faye Scarf & Hat CAL In the video I show how I did her Hair. I’ll post a photo of her a little later. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. Thanks for stopping by!
As always Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.
Hey all Wow June 1st already! School is almost out here (June 7th, 2018) and my son will be promoting to 9th grade! Yikes!!! How time flies! Seems like yesterday he was starting Kindergarten!
Anyway, just a quick update on the Faye Doll CAL – The video is almost done for those that are visual OR that just like to follow along. My Mom had cataract surgery and was planning my Daughters Baby Shower. Not busy at all! I’ll for sure share her gifts I made in another post. Can’t wait to meet my Granddaughter “Alana” coming July 2nd!! But the videos are just about done and I’m editing them now.
So I was asked to do a review by a Company called “KnitCrate” – It’s a monthly subscription based program featuring their in-house premium yarn brands PLUS 2 exclusive patterns (1 knitting, 1 crochet). I added the photo of the May kit which I believe you can still get! I was NOT disappointed!
The yarn is absolutely gorgeous! You get 2 skeins. I don’t knit but I do crochet! Can’t wait to make something with this yarn. The pictures don’t do this justice at all!
If you are interested in trying this out OR just to get more information click KNITCRATE
for more details. If you are interested use Coupon Code: YVONNE20 for additional 20% off your 1st month.
Thank you so much for stopping by and until next time….
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.
Happy Saturday All! Been busy with work and getting videos & pattern ready for week 2 of our Free Doll CAL! I totally spaced and forgot to add the Videos for week 1 so I’ll be posting them here for you! I also created a playlist for Faye on my YouTube Channel!
I’ve had some questions about the Tulip Hook 2.5mm that I’m using for this doll. First time I’ve used this Brand and I have to say I really LOVE it! I only bought the one hook but may just have to buy the set. Hmmmm……isn’t Mother’s Day tomorrow? Anyway…I love my Clover Amour but am also a huge fan of the Tulip Brand also. Can one have to many hooks? Besides they are super comfy and I know I crochet longer before having to put down to give my fingers a rest. In the video I also share about the bent tip needles I used and have to say they are great for not just Doll Making but any project!
***Edited to Add the Pattern for Week 2 which is the Faye Dress & Shoes CAL sorry about that!
Well that’s all I have right now if you are interested in joining our Facebook Group click the link – Amigurumi Dolls Worldwide **You’ll be asked 3 questions before you join, this is just to cut down on spammers!
Have a great day and Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.
It’s a nice warm day here in California! If you’re going to be out celebrating Cinco de Mayo today be safe out there! So I had someone email me about starting to make Dolls and what are good resources other then YouTube. So I shared wit her the first book I bought and I absolutely LOVE it! It’s the book by Allison Hoffman “AmiguruME” – this has TONS of information in it with detailed descriptions about Hair styles, yarns to use, hooks to use, Outfits and so much MORE! It’s a great source to have right at your fingertips! Below I’ll share the link to Amazon (affiliate) where you can check it out! It’s a great price right now.
Have a great day and thanks for stopping by…..
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.
Happy Saturday All! Well the 2nd Free Doll CAL has started! We are working on the Head, Body & Arms. I’ll also be making videos for those that are more “visual”. They should be done soon and I’ll post here as soon as they are. If you’d like to join the FB Group where this CAL is at you can go HERE!
You don’t have to join the FB Group to join this CAL you can download the pattern here also. Faye Basic Doll Pattern CAL If you have find any problems with the pattern please let me know. We did have a few testers and so far so good. Diana did an awesome job with this pattern!
Thank you for stopping and as always….
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Meet Faye – she was Designed by Friend Diana of the Netherlands! She will be our next Free CAL – I LOVED making her! She will be a 3 week CAL starting this Friday May 4th – sorry meant to post sooner!
If you are interested in this CAL head over to our FB Group and get all the details. I’ll also be making the Videos for these as well. If you’ve been wanting to start making dolls this is a great one to make! She’s super adorable! She’ll put a smile on anyone’s face!
Drop back by on Friday and I’ll share the Doll I made! I’m pretty happy with her! If you follow me on Instagram you’ll see mine there!
We’ve added all the supplies you’ll need to make her there also! If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask!
Thanks for stopping by and until next time…..
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Well looks like everything is back in order! So here’s my newest video and project! My Daughter is Pregnant with my 2nd Grand-baby and it’s a GIRL! My Co-Worker is also PG and having a Girl. Their Due Dates are a day apart! July 3rd & 4th! So what do I do? Well Baby Bow Headbands of course! Many more colors in the making!
Super easy to make and if you’re following my on YouTube then you’ve seen the video. If you aren’t a subscriber yet click on the link in the right hand corner and it’ll take you to my YouTube Channel. I’m also posting the Video below.
I’m thinking you’d like the directions for this? Well I think I can help with that! These are so easy to make you won’t be able to make just one! Also FYI this project is done by measuring so you can do any size you’d like.
Materials: (affiliate links)
Yarn: Red Heart Soft Baby Steps #4
Hook: Clover Amour I 5.5mm hook – http://amzn.to/2pw9cyQ
project is done by measurements so you can use any size hook
Accessories: Scissors, Yarn Needle, Tape Measure (Stitch/Row Counter- optional)
Abbreviations:
Ch: Chain
Sc: Single Crochet
FSC: Foundation Single Crochet
Slst: Slip stitch
Headband
R1: 50 FSC – (or however many you need to get the size you want) Don’t want to do a FSC? You can chain til you get the size you need then go to R2. *Bring both ends together and join w/slst, ch 1
R2-5: sc in each stitch around, join w/slst, ch 1 (50) Add more rows if you want it wider. For the Baby size mine measured 1 ¼”
Finish off after last round and Weave in ends
Bow – *If you want a Longer Bow add more chains if you want a Wider Bow add more Rows.
Ch 36 – I worked in the back bumps of the chains to give it a nice finish on the bottom.
R1: sc in each back bump of chain across – join to the 1st sc – being careful not to twist. ch 1 (36)
R2 – 12 – sc in each stitch around, join w/sl st, ch 1 (36) Mine measured 2 ¾” this was perfect for Baby Size.
Bring rows of the Bow together – making sure that where you finished off is in the middle – With the yarn threaded run it down the middle of the bow to the bottom and pull tight to scrunch it up. Then Wrap yarn around til it’s as thick as you’d like it. Attach to Bow to the Headband.
You can sell what you make from this pattern just not the pattern itself as it’s FREE! Mentions are awesome and appreciated! Enjoy!
That’s it! As always thanks for stopping by and as always…..
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.
Just a quick message – I’m changing Hosting providers and will be away for up to 5 days. Be ready for LOTS of great projects I’ve been working on!
Thanks for stopping by and as always,
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.
Wow….I had no idea how much work these CAL were! But I have to say so much FUN!!! I’m super happy with how mine turned out! Love the variegated yarn that I used for this one! I see more Mermaids coming.
Here’s the 3rd and Final Video for this Mermaid Crochet a Long! Make sure watch til the end as you’ll see the Sneak Peek of the next Doll Crochet a Long. So CUTE! Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions! Again if you’d like to share and aren’t in our FB Group message me and I’d love to see it and share here on my Blog!
As always thanks for stopping by and Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.
Happy Saturday All! Sorry I thought this went out yesterday! Here is the 2nd video of the Mermaid Crochet a Long for those that are Visual learners or for those who are learning and want to follow along with the video.
If you just found my Blog and don’t have the pattern go HERE.
Enjoy and again I’d love to see your progress. Leave me a comment if you’d like to share your Mermaids!
Thanks for stopping by and as always…….Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.