Spider to Web Bookmark

Material list-
Red Heart Crème De La Crème in Royal Blue (or yarn of your choice.)
**Mine took .2 ounces--so this takes very little yarn.
Size “E” crochet hook (or hook that will give you the size you want
using your choice of yarn.)

Abbreviations-
Chain-ch.
Chains-chs.
Slip Stitch-sl st.
Double Crochet-dc.
Single Crochet-sc.
Half Double Crochet-Hdc.
Space-sp.


Directions-
Spider Web~
Row 1~ Ch 5, sl st in first ch to form ring. Ch 3, 15 dc in ring, join
with sl st to top of beginning ch 3. (16 dc.)
Row 2~ Ch 3, dc in same st, ch 2, skip next st
*2 dc, ch 2, skip next stitch around . Join with sl st to top of first ch 3.
(16 dc.)
Row 3~ Ch 4, dc in next dc.
*Ch 3, dc in next dc, ch 1, dc in next dc around. Sl st to top of
beginning ch 3.
Line From Web to Spider~
Chain 53 (or chain the length of the height of the book that book mark
will be used for.)
Spider~
Hdc in second ch from hook (into line from spider web), hdc in next
5 chains (6 hdc.)
1st leg-Turn, ch 9. Sl st in second ch from hook and sl st in 7 ch.
(8 slip stitches.)
2nd leg-Sl st into first hdc off spider, ch 9, sl st in second ch from hook,
Sl st in 7 chains (8 sl st.)
3rd leg-sl st into next hdc, ch 9, sl st in second ch from hook and in
next 7 chs (8 sl st)
4th leg- Sl st into next hdc, ch 9, sl st in second ch from hook and
next 7 ch (8 sl st.) Sl st into same st of first st of leg 4.
Spider head~
Sc in next 3 hdc. 3 sc in next stitch. Sc in the 5 beginning Hdc of the spider.
5th through 8th legs~
Repeat directions the legs 1 to 4---tie off and hide yarn ends.

Optional beads or wiggly eyes can be added for spider eyes!
Press flat with iron if needed, taking care not to burn or melt your yarn.
(I would love to hear how your Spider to Web bookmark turns out.)
© 2008 Sandyfroglegs Designs

Baby Booties

My grandma crocheted granny squares and
looked for ways to use them. Turning matching granny
squares into baby booties was one of those ideas. Below
is what that idea evolved into for me.

With "H" hook ("G" hook will also work )- (I use baby yarn--the softer
the better for the babies feet)
To Start : Leave a tail of about 8 or so inches (for sewing the heal) and
Chain 14. DC in third chain from hook. DC in each remaining chain,
for a total of 12 DC. Chain 2 and turn.

Row One - Six : DC in each DC across, for a total of 12 DC in each row
(be sure to chain 2 at end of each row, and turn, to start next row).

This will give you a little square, and you will end at the opposite end
that you started the square.

Step 1--Gather toe end, by inserting the hook, into the end of each DC row,
draw a loop onto the hook.--you will have 7 loops on the hook. Draw
another loop, and pull that loop through all 7 loops on the hook. then slip
stitch this tight (this gathers the toe and closes it) . Push your work, into
the middle of your hook to save it.

Step 2- Take a large eye embroidery needle - put your yarn tail for the heal,
into the needle, and stitch your heal closed, tie off. Weave in/hide your
end tail that you stitched your heal closed with .(or, you can hide the heal
yarn tail in your work as you crochet the sock cuff) (you could also just use
a hook, if you do not have the large eye needle to do this).

Step 3- With hook, slip stitch six stitches for the top (or for a little ridge,
single crochet the six stitches for the top), from toe to middle of top of bootie.

Step 4- *Chain 3, Dc in each stitch around the bootie ankle opening, and
Slip stitch closed. Continue * for the number of rows desired, and tie off.
Weave/hide yarn end.
(The bootie top can be embellished to match your hat brim, and sweater
edge.)

(To make using HDC--repeat above pattern, except make with
8 rows instead of 6.)

(The bootie can be enlarged, by adding more chains on to lengthen, and
adding more rows to widen. You can also "not" slip stitch the ankle rows,
so the cuff folds down, for a traditional baby bootie or moccasin look.
For my ankle cuff-I like using 2 DC, then 2 HDC, and ending with 1 SC--
which makes a nice roll down, and keeps on babies foot better, --like a sock.)

**Nice addition-chain 30, attach with a slip stitch into center of back, right
where the ankle starts. Then do another 30 chains and tie off. Weave each of
these two 30 count chains, through each separate side of the bootie and tie in
front of bootie. The slip stitch at the back is so the "bootie tie's" will not get lost.

© 2006 Sandyfroglegs Designs

Bear Ears for Newborn Hats

Needs-
*Crochet hook size “G”.
*Red Heart super saver yarn in black
(**Use yarn and color to compliment the hat
you are attaching ears to.)
*Large eye needle to attach ears to hat.

Stitch Abbreviations used:
Dc: Double Crochet.
Hdc: Half Double Crochet.
Ch: Chain.

Directions- (Make two ears.)
Row 1: Chain 3. Dc 11 times in the 3rd chain from hook
(this is in that first chain you made. Total of 12
Dc in the first row.)
~Pull the yarn tail tight to close the ring.
~Take the tail up and crochet over it in the next row
to hide it.

Row 2: Ch 2 and turn- Hdc in top of each Dc on row 1
(12 Hdc.)

Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc in top of each Hdc on row 2 (12 Sc.)
~Leave a long tail to attach ears to hat with large eye needle.
~ Be sure ears are in same place on sides of hat
(use the rows of hat to measure for placement. Before cutting
off excess yarn after attaching, use needle to weave the yarn
tail through ears to hide it.)
~You can flip one of these ears inside out to attach and they
will look the same. This will help in making sure you are
attaching them in the same spot on each side of the hat.

It is amazing how these little ears change a plain hat into a very special hat!
© 2008 Sandyfroglegs Designs

Stormy Day Hat (newborn size)

Needs:
Size “H” crochet hook.
Red Heart Super Saver in “Zebra” or comparable yarn of your choice.
Stitch Marker.

Stitch abbreviations used:
Ch: Chain.
Sc: Single Crochet.
Dc: Double Crochet.

Pattern Notes: Rounds are worked in continuous rows with no
turns or slip stitches to close/connect rows unless otherwise noted.
Stitch Marker is used to mark each round: Move the stitch marker
at the completion of each row to the last Sc or Dc of each row
before beginning each new row.

Directions:
Begin by chaining three. Slip stitch into first chain to form a circle.

Row 1: Ch 2. Crochet eleven Dc into circle (total of 12 Dc)
Row 2: 2 Sc in top of each Dc (24 Sc.)
Row 3: Dc in top of each Sc (24 Dc.)
Row 4: 2 Sc in top of each Dc (48 Sc.)
Row 5: Dc in top of each Sc. (48 Dc.)
Row 6: Sc in top of each Dc (48 Sc.)
Rows 7 through 14: Repeat Rows 5-6.
Row 15: Sc in each Sc (48 Sc.)
End: Slip Stitch in last Sc of Row 14.
Tie off, leaving a 4 to 6 inch tail to weave into hat.
© 2008 Sandyfroglegs Designs

Egg People

Materials:You will need: Size "E" crochet hook, sewing/embroidery needle to apply the face, Worsted weight (Red Heart) yarn, stitch marker, fiber fill or appropriate stuffing, And what you have on hand to make a face, hair, etc
Pattern note:
Rows are works in continuous rounds. Continue to next row-do not slip stitch at end of rows.
The rows are increased, then worked in even rows until you begin the decrease rows.
Stitches Used:
Ch=Chain Sc=Single Crochet
Dec sc =Decrease single crochet
Instructions:
Start: Chain 2.
Row 1: Work 6 sc in 1st ch. Place marker in last sc of round and move with
Each row.
Row 2: Work 2 sc in each sc (12 sc).
Row 3: *Two sc in next sc. One SC in next sc. Repeat from * around for
A total of 18 sc.
Rows 4 – 6: Sc in each sc for total of 18 sc in each row.
Add Your Face Now-
*Sew in face (I am using "easy-sew eyes" and Embroidery thread.)
*You can get creative and sew the top with fancy fur for hair, or sew the top a
Different color and add a decorative row to the front loop, then change colors
And attach to that back look for a hat, etc.
Row 7: Sc in next 4 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Sc in next 4. 2 sc in next sc.
Sc in next 4. 2 sc in next sc. Sc in next 2. 2 sc in last stitch (total of 22 sc).
Row 8: Sc in each sc (22 sc).
Begin Decrease rows-
Row 9: *Sc in next sc. Sc DEC (insert hook in next stitch as you do with a sc,
Then insert hook in following stitch and pull hook through the three
Loops to decrease.) Repeat from *around (14 sc.)
Row 10: *Sc in next sc. Sc DEC. Repeat from * 3 times more. Sc in last 2 sc. (9 sc).
Stuff egg with fiber fill or the material of your choice.
Row 11: Remove stitch marker. Sc DEC until bottom of egg is closed.
Hide tail of yarn in the egg.
© 2008 Sandyfroglegs Designs

Oogely Snake Bookmark / toy

Oogely Snake Bookmark / Toy






Tools-Use a “E” Crochet Hook
& permanent marker or beads for the eyes.
Fiber-Use baby or fingering for a  bookmark,
and Worsted Weight to crochet as a toy,
and small amount of red embroidery or #3 red thread.

(Use variegated, multi colored or camouflage yarn
for a “snake skin” look.)

Bookmark Version-
With baby yarn or fingering weight yarn, chain 60
and turn.
Slip stitch first ten chains. SC in chain 11 to 60.
In that same last chain (chain 60)-Seven dc and
end with a slip stitch in that same stitch. Tie off
and weave the loose yarn ends into the “head” to hide.
Cut about a  finger length of red embroidery or #3
thread--fold in half. Insert crochet hook in end of
middle “Dc” of the head, hook the red thread at the
fold/loop and pull the loop through the  stitch, then
reach over, grab the two red thread ends and pull
those two ends through the loop (tassel style),
to create the snakes “forked” tongue.
Trim “tongue” so the ends are even.
Use permanent marker to make eyes(especially if going
to a place with small children--for safety.)
Or--sew / glue on beads, wiggle eyes, ect…for the eyes.

Toy Version--
For a larger snake more suitable for smaller children
use worsted  weight yarn.

Chain 60, turn.
Slip stitch first ten stitches. Single crochet stitches
11 to 20. Half Double Crochet stitches 21 to 56.
Single crochet stitches 57 to 60.
Complete the snake head, tongue and eyes, the same
as in the Bookmark Version.


© 2007 Sandyfroglegs Designs

Little Pillow Baby Mitts

Little Pillow Baby Mitts ~~ A Design by Sandyfroglegs


Material list: Crochet Hooks sizes F and E. Caron Baby Sport (or comparable substitute yarn)

Stitch abbreviations used:

Ch-Chain

Sc: single crochet.

Hdc: Half Double Crochet.

Dc: Double Crochet.

Fpdc: Front Post Double Crochet.

Bpdc: Back Post Double Crochet.

Pattern notes:

Work in same direction through out-do not turn work. Do not add chains or slip stitch where not indicated. Crochet two Little Pillow Baby Mitts, one for each hand to protect baby’s delicate skin from tiny fingernails scratches. Move stitch marker to last stitch crocheted at end of each row.

Instructions:

Row 1: Starting Ch of 13.

Row 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in remaining 11 chains. (12 sc.)

Row 3: Pivot work, to continue with 12 sc in un-worked side of “starting chain.”

(Crochet over yarn tail so as to safely hide within work. Put stitch marker in last stitch crocheted.)

Row 4: Working in same direction-24 Hdc in each sc.

Row 5: Working in same direction-24 sc in each Hdc.

Rows 6 -15: Repeat rows 4 and 5. (Alternate rows 4 and 5 for rows 6-15.)

Wrist: Change to size “E” crochet hook.

16: With crochet hook size E, Dc in 24 sc.

17: *Fpdc around next dc. Bpdc around next dc. Repeat from * to stitch marker (12 fpdc, 12 bpdc alternating for a total of 24.)

18: Fpdc around each fpdc. Bpdc around each bpdc.. (24)

19: Repeat row 18.

20: Sc in top of each fpdc and bpdc of row 19. (24.)

21: sc in each sc (24 sc.) Slip stitch into stitch where stitch marker is and tie off.

(Leave a 4” to 5” tail to weave securely into work.)

© 2008 Sandyfroglegs Designs