One Crafty Magpie: 2018

September 29, 2018

Crochet Unicorn

Hello,

I'd like to introduce to you a new amigurumi creature in my crochet toys collection: lovely cuddly unicorn.

This adorable crochet toy was originally created by ChiWei from One Dog Woof

When my daughter saw him she said she must have him and it is the most beautiful unicorn she has ever seen. So, I grabbed my hook and yarn and tadaaa... few days later Kate The Unicorn ( that's how my daughter called her new friend ) was finished.

You can find the free pattern here: Rainbow Crochet Unicorn Pattern

To made the unicorn I used 4mm (G) crochet hook ( Clover Amour Crochet Hook ) and a mix of colors ( Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran ).

My unicorn came out a bit smaller because I used smaller crochet hook than ChiWei. I also made a bit longer and more colorful mane and tail.

Happy Crocheting

Warmest
Lisbeth

Crochet Reusable Face Scrubbies – Free Pattern

September 11, 2018

Crochet Reusable Face Scrubbies – Free Pattern

Hello,

I’m really happy to present to you my little crochet project, Face Scrubbies. It’s a very simple, beginners friendly pattern.
Scrubbies are made with 100% cotton yarn and what is fantastic about them, they’re reusable. So, after using them you can just wash and reuse them. This can be a little step towards making our planet cleaner. These pads are perfect to removing makeup and cleaning your skin daily.

Crochet Reusable Face Scrubbies - Pattern

Materials:
A 100% cotton yarn. I used ( Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK ), but you can use any 100% cotton, I also love use ( DMC Natura Just Cotton or Lily Sugar 'n Cream Solids )
4mm ( G ) crochet hook. I used my favourite ( Clover Amour Aluminum Crochet Hook )
Yarn or tapestry needle
Scissors

Abbreviations:
(UK crochet terms)

MC – magic circle ( Magic Circle tutorial )
ch - chain
ps – puff stitch
ss – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)

Puff Stitch (ps) – Yarn over, insert hook in indicated stitch and pull up a loop through the stitch. Repeat this three times. Now you have seven loops on your hook. Yarn over and pull through all seven loops, chain one to complete the stitch.

Ok, now we’ve got all that sorted, so let’s get crocheting!

MR, ch1, 7ps into the ring, join to the top of first ps (7sts).

Rnd 2: ch1, 2ps in every space around, join to the top of first ps (14sts).

Rnd 3: ch1, 2ps in first space, 1ps in next. Repeat around, join to the top of first ps (21sts).

Rnd 4: ss in every stitch around.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

So, your first very own face scrubbie is ready! Now you can make a bunch of them and use them every day.
PDF version is available in my Etsy shop ( One Crafty Magpie Etsy shop )

Hope you like this little project, as always if you have any questions or you find any mistakes, feel free to ask me and comment any time.

Happy Crocheting

Warmest
Lisbeth

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Super Simple Baby Beanie FREE PATTERN

March 28, 2018

Super Simple Baby Beanie FREE PATTERN

Hello,

Today I have simple patterns for baby beanies in two sizes 0-3 and 3-6 months. I'm very happy and little nervous because these are my first bigger patterns and I really don't want to make any mistakes. If I did, please let me know!
There are so many patterns on internet for babies hats and beanies, but I always want to create something mine, so here they are.
So, let's get started!

Simple Treble Baby Beanie

Materials:
- 5mm (H) crochet hook. I used my favourite Clover Amour Hook: https://www.lovecrochet.com/clover-amour-aluminium-crochet-hook-14cm
- Worsted weight yarn. I used: 4 Seasons Superwash Merino 8 Ply Yarn in Musk Pink and Ecru colors: https://www.spotlightstores.com/craft-hobbies/yarn-needle-art/yarn/wool-yarn/4-seasons-superwash-merino-8-ply-yarn-50-g/p/BP80283821-ecru
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors

Abbreviations (written in UK terms):
MR - Magic Ring (Circle) tutorial
TR - Treble
FPTR - Front Post Treble
BPTR - Back Post Treble
ST - Stitch
CH - Chain

Size: 0-3 months

MR, ch2, 10 TR in magic ring, join to first TR. ( 10 TR )
Rnd 2: ch 2, 2 TR in each st. around, join to first TR. (20TR)
Rnd 3: ch 2, 2 TR in first st., 1 TR in next st., repeat around, join to first TR. (30 TR)
Rnd 4: ch 2, 2 TR in first st., 1 TR in next 2 st., repeat around, join to first TR. (40 TR)
Rnd 5: ch 2, 2 TR in first st., 1 TRin next 7 st., repeat around, join to first TR. (45 TR)
Rnd 6-11: 1 TR in each st. around, join to first TR. (45 TR)
Rnd 12-14: 1 FPTR in first st., 1BPTR in next st., repeat around, join to first FPTR. (45 st)
Fasten off, wave in ends.

Size: 3-6 months

MR, ch2, 10 TR in magic ring, join to first TR. (10 TR)
Rnd 2: ch 2, 2 TR in each st. around, join to first TR. (20TR)
Rnd 3: ch 2, 2 TR in first st., 1 TR in next st., repeat around, join to first TR. (30 TR)
Rnd 4: ch 2, 2 TR in first st., 1 TR in next 2 st., repeat around, join to first TR. (40 TR)
Rnd 5: ch 2, 2TR in first st., 1 TR in next 4 st., repeat around, join to first TR. (48 TR)
Rnd 6-12: 1 TR in each st. around, join to first TR. (48 TR)
Rnd 13-15: 1 FPTR in first st., 1BPTR in next st., repeat around, join to first FPTR. (48 st)
Fasten off, wave in ends.

Simple Half Treble Baby Beanie

Materials:
- 5mm (H) crochet hook: https://www.lovecrochet.com/clover-amour-aluminium-crochet-hook-14cm?a_aid=1d726c29
- Worsted weight yarn. I used: 4 Seasons Superwash Merino 8 Ply Yarn in Camel and Aqua colors: https://www.spotlightstores.com/craft-hobbies/yarn-needle-art/yarn/wool-yarn/4-seasons-superwash-merino-8-ply-yarn-50-g/p/BP80283821
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors

Abreviations (written in UK terms):
MR - Magic Ring (Circle) tutorial
HTR - Half Treble
FPHTR - Front Post Half Treble
BPHTR - Back Post Half Treble
ST - stitch
CH - Chain

Size 0-3 months

MR, ch1, 9 HTR in magic ring, join to first HTR. (9 HTR)
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 HTR in each st. around, join to first HTR. (18 HTR)
Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 HTR in first st., 1 HTR in next st., repeat around, join to first HTR. (27 HTR)
Rnd 4: ch 1, 2 HTR in first st., 1 HTR in next 2 st., repeat around, join to first HTR. (36 HTR)
Rnd 5: ch 1, 2HTR in first st., 1 HTR in next 3 st., repeat around, join to first HTR. (45 HTR)
Rnd 6-15: 1 HTR in each st. around, join to first HTR. (45 HTR)
Rnd 16-18: ch 1, 1 FPHTR in first st., 1BPHTR in next st., repeat around, join to first FPHTR.
(45 st)
Fasten off, wave in ends.

Size 3-6 months

MR, ch1, 9 HTR in magic ring, join to first HTR. (9 HTR)
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 HTR in each st. around, join to first HTR. (18 HTR)
Rnd 3: ch 1, 2 HTR in first st., 1 HTR in next st., repeat around, join to first HTR. (27 HTR)
Rnd 4: ch 1, 2 HTR in first st., 1 HTR in next 2 st., repeat around, join to first HTR. (36 HTR)
Rnd 5: ch 1, 2HTR in first st., 1 HTR in next 3 st., repeat around, join to first HTR. (45 HTR)
Rnd 6: ch 1, 2HTR in first st., 1 HTR in next 8 st., repeat around, join to first HTR. (50 HTR)
Rnd 7-16: 1 HTR in each st. around, join to first HTR. (50 HTR)
Rnd 17 - 19: ch 1, 1 FPHTR in first st., 1BPHTR in next st., repeat around, join to first FPHTR.
(50 st)

And voila! A very simple beanies are ready. You can leave them as they are or you can add a bow or pom pom or a flower applique.
I choose a simple flower with a decoration button in the middle. Here is the pattern for this flower:
simple crochet flower applique

Happy Crocheting
Warmest
Lisbeth

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Old paintings

March 07, 2018

Old paintings

Hello!

Today I wanna show you my old paintings and sketches.
Some of them was painted from tutorials available on the net, some are my own creations. But they're all painted by me.
Tutorials are great and very helpful when you want to learn something new, but of course the most important thing is to create something unique. Here is some of my favorite YouTube channels about painting:

Painting with Jane

Katie Jobling

Angela Anderson

Maria Raczynska

Amy Pearce

Chuck Black

Gerda Lipski