Tag: handmade


May
2018

Announcing a New Doll CAL

categories: CAL

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


Mar
2018

Mermaid Crochet a Long Part 3

categories: CAL, Crocheted Amigurumi Dolls, Videos

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.


Mar
2018

Mermaid Crochet a Long Part 2

categories: CAL, Videos

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.


Mar
2018

FREE Mermaid Crochet A Long

categories: CAL, Videos

Today is the day!  Sorry to have been MIA for a while I’ve been up to my neck in Video and Mermaid Making….Wow I’m super nervous and excited at the same time!  So let me give you some Details on how it’s going to work.

This is a FREE Mermaid Crochet A Long and the pattern will be released all at once today on my Blog and I’ll also post in Ravelry later today or early Friday. You’ll see all the Social Media Tabs either above this post or in the upper right hand corner.

For those that are Visual YES I made Videos too! Those will be released 1 day at a time. I’m still editing the last 2 videos. (some difficulties) I didn’t leave anyone out and I have a Left-handed version too!  Videos will be linked below.

I would LOVE to see the progress of your Mermaid Doll come to life. If you’d like to share leave me a comment. Sharing is half the fun right? I can share right her on my Blog. HOW FUN!  If you find any mistakes with the pattern please let me know. I did have a few testers.

So the materials that I used (Mermaid in Photo) are below. But you can use ANY Color Combo you want!

Materials:   (some Affiliate Links)
#4 Yarn – Red Heart Super Savor
Buff, Real Teal, Light Grey, Earth & Sky (variegated)
Hook Size – F/3.75mm Clover Amour
Stitch Marker/Stitch Counter
Safety Eyes 9mm
Yarn Needle

Here is the Pattern Mermaid Doll CAL  If you find any mistakes with the pattern please let me know. I did have a few testers.
Enjoy and Happy Mermaid Making!
Yvonne Metz
Vista, CA.

Left Handed Version


Dec
2017

New Crochet Bella Rose Hat

categories: Crocheted Hats, Videos

Hello All! Just wanted to share this New Hat Design by my friend Diana called the “Bella Rose”. It’s a great pattern and very versatile! It’s a closed hat or you can open it at the top and put your hair up in a “Messy Bun” also. If you hair is thick or thin it really doesn’t matter as the opening is big enough and the ties will close up to the size you need! I think this is just brilliant!  I made a video for this and am posting it here!  What do you think? I LOVE this color! It’s Loops & Threads Impeccable yarn in Gold. But looks like a Mustard Color! I just LOVE the Design on this Hat!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The pattern is in this FB Group – HERE – Don’t have Facebook and would like the pattern?  Just message me and I’ll get it to you!
As always thank you for stopping by and
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz

 

 

 


Nov
2017

Time to get your Jolly on….

categories: Crocheted Hats

How adorable are these Santa Hats?  Super FUN and Perfect for the Holidays!  That’s right it’s that time to get your Jolly on!

This pattern was shared on a Facebook Group by Sarah Zimmerman from Repeat Crafter Me.  You can find the pattern HERE.

UPDATED:

I used the Hooks below  – (Amazon Affiliate Link)
Hook: Clover Amour Size L/8mm – https://amzn.to/336K9EO
Hook: Clover Amour Size M/9mm – https://amzn.to/31Ml1lD

I did modify it to fit a Teen/Adult hat. Here is what I did –

With the L Hook I started with a chain of 44 and that measured 20″ –
I switched to M Hook when it changes to Red. After round 3. Then after 4th round it says to Repeat it 4 more times – I ended up doing 8 more times for Adult size. Giving me a total of 12 rows –
Then when we get to the Shape top: This is what I did (You’ll see in the pattern is says next rnd: I changed it up)
R1 – ch1 *(Sc2tog), sc in next 20, repeat* once, join, ch 1 (42)
R2-3 – sc in each around, join, ch 1 – (42)
R4 – (sc in next 5, sc2tog), repeat () around, join, ch1 (36)
R5-6 – sc in each around, join, ch 1 – (36)
R7 – (sc in next 4, sc2tog), repeat () around, join, ch1 (30)
R8-9 – sc in each around, join, ch 1 – (30)
R10 – (sc in next 4, sc2tog), repeat () around, join, ch1 (25)
R11-12 – sc in each around, join, ch 1 – (25)
R13 – (sc in next 4, sc2tog), repeat () around, join, ch1 (20)
R14-15 – sc in each around, join, ch 1 – (20)
R16 – (sc in next 4, sc2tog), repeat () around, join, ch1 (16)
R17-18 – sc in each around, join, ch 1 – (16)
R19 – (sc in next 4, sc2tog), repeat () around, join, ch1 (12)
R20-21 – sc in each around, join, ch 1 – (12)
R22 –  (sc in next 4, sc2tog), repeat () around, join, ch1 (10)
R 23-32 – sc in each around (10) From here you’ll follow the pattern Even though you’ll have 20 stitches instead of 16. It will still work out fine!
Should you have any questions please let me know – If you are not a crocheter and would like to order a Santa Hat click on the Etsy link in the top right hand corner.  OR message me and I can send you a Paypal Invoice.

Thanks for stopping by and as always,

Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.


Nov
2017

Crocheted Gingerbread Boy & Girl Beanies

categories: Baby Items, Crocheted Hats

Well Thanksgiving is over and it’s full Christmas mode now!  Hope you had a wonder Thanksgiving!  Didn’t mean to be MIA for this long but have been busy with orders and just been a making machine adding more goodies to the store where I’ve got my items in.  Which I’m extremely grateful for.  The Gift Boutique & Home Decor (next to Levis) in San Clemente Outlet Mall is where my items are located. OF course in my Etsy Shop as well!  All of my Baby Hats sold out!  Super excited about that!  Here’s what’s going in this week!

Seriously, doesn’t this just put a smile on your face!  I’ll show you a little later what else has been on my hook.

For those who also crochet this pattern if from Sarah at Repeat Crafter Me.  Not a crocheter and owuld like to order a hat?  Click on the Etsy Shop button to the right of the screen.

Thanks for stopping by and as always,

Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz


Oct
2017

A New Design “Just Chillin” Beanie

categories: Crocheted Hats, Pattern

Seriously, not sure what’s gotten into me. I’m no Designer but these just keep coming! Totally inspired by ALL the AWESOME talent out there!  So here is my latest “Just Chillin'” Beanie! It’s so laid back and it’s got that slight Slouch to it and of course a POM POM!  I’ve got a video in the works and will post it as soon as it’s loaded.

But for now here is the Free PDF pattern – Just Chillin Slouchy
As I said I’m not a Designer by any means and this was made to fit a Teen/Adult I’m sure you can do any size just by measuring the length of the band.  I’ll try and experiment with different sizes later OR if you have any ideas leave me a comment!  Questions about the pattern let me know this too!

Well Grandson is here so I’m off! Thanks for stopping by and as always…..

Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz


Oct
2017

The BoHo Messy Bun Beanie

categories: Crocheted Hats, Messy Bun Hats, Pattern

So as promised here is my new Messy Bun Hat Design! So this is very rare that I create a Design I normally test patterns for others! LOL! But here they are straight from my brain and inspired by so many hats I’ve seen!  Super warm and cozy.

I’m calling this The “BoHo Messy Bun Beanie”.  Which was inspired by a member of a FB Group I’m in. I originally thought “Bohemian” but was like hmmm. I thought BoHo then as I saw a comment on my post suggesting the same name! Great minds think alike right?  Anyway I’m working on a video for this hat. Hopefully this week! It’s super easy and FUN to make!

This one I used Red Heart with Love yarn #4 worsted in color Mango! Doesn’t it just POP!  You can’t tell from the photo but it’s super squishy!  I’m just in love with this look.  It’s got that casual but also Elegant look about it.  I’m thinking I see a matching scarf to go with maybe?  Oh yes I see it and Infinity style?  Hmmmmm…..sounds like another Design pattern in the making!

If you are interested in purchasing a Beanie these will be in my Etsy soon. If you are a fellow crocheter you can download your copy here! BoHo Messy Bun Beanie If you have any questions about the pattern or you find mistakes please let me know. Once you get the hang of it they are pretty fast to make.  As mentioned above I’ll be doing a video soon so if you want to see the video (some of us are visual – I LOVE videos) then subscribe to me on YouTube so you know when I load the video.  The link is up above on the right.

Lastly, here is a Messy Bun version which is in the pattern.  I mean you can’t make a hat now a days without it being a Messy Bun too right?  This one uses Red Heart Essentials  yarn!

Stay tuned for the next one I’m going to share it’s another one that was in my brain.  I will be sharing this a little later today so come back and check it out!

Thanks for stopping by & as always…
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz


Oct
2017

Hats…Hats and more Hats

categories: Crocheted Hats, Messy Bun Hats, Videos

Hey All! Just a real quick post to share what I’ve been up to!  It’s been crazy in this house with all the goodies I’ve been making!  Here are a few Hats that I’ve been making for the shop at the Outlet Mall in San Clemente – Gift Boutique & Home Decor!  We are getting ready for the Holiday’s and let me tell you if you haven’t been and you are in the area you’ve got to check it out!  So many Unique Gifts!  I’ll be working this Sunday and will take some pics of the new items and share here. These are just a few of the “Messy Bun” Beanies that I’ve got in there. There are more colors this one is “Cupcake”!   I’ll share some more styles with you a little later.

If you are a crocheter and would like the pattern you can download it- Mindless Messy Bun Hat.  I’ve also done a video which you can watch by clicking the YouTube button at the sidebar. Or you can see it below.

 

Thank you for stopping by and I’ll be sharing more hats soon! I have designed 2 hats of my own.  I’m happy with the way they turned out! I’m so not a Designer, tester yes, Designer not so much!  Til next time….
Happy Craftin’
Yvonne Metz

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