Vintage Christmas Bulb Ball Potholder Pattern

Hi Everyone!!!

I am back with a robust of energy and will be posting like a mad dog this week.  

Pleased to bring to you a reformatted vintage crochet pan holder.  This is a lovely vintage crochet potholder of a Christmas ball ornament.  This pattern recommends that you use cotton thread.  

Don't you agree this would be cute as well, crocheted with a worsted yarn and made into a pillow?  

What about selecting colors of your choice and embroidery names, flowers, herbs, etc,?

You can find this pattern here.

Enjoy,

Debra

Be on the lookout later this evening or first thing in the morning for a great little desert recipe!!! My house smells like chocolate, just in time for Valentine's week.  

Crochet Milk Jug Bottle Ring Frame Free Pattern

These are so simple to make and perfect to use as little frames, ornaments, gift tags and what not.

Here is how I made it:

Supplies:

Milk Jug Bottle Ring

Two different colors of worsted medium 4 ply yarn

A small wallet size picture, a cut out design from a card, your needlepoint work, for the opening in the center.

Fabric glue and some felt for the backing. (I use the felt backing and leave the top open so I can change out the picture).

F Hook

sl = slip stitch

ch = chain

sc = single crochet

dc = double crochet

This is written in American Standard Terms

Rnd 1:     

Sl your main color onto the milk jug ring and ch 1, sc 35 more stitches onto the milk jug ring, sl into ch 1 to join.

Rnd 2:     

*ch 3 (this represents a dc), dc 2 more time into same stitch as ch 3, ch 2, 3 dc in same stitch as ch 3 and 2 dc that you just made, ch 1, skip 2 stitches from previous rnd and complete 3 dc in next stitch, ch 1, skip 2 stitches, 3 dc into next stitch, ch 1*. 

Repeat in between * 3 more times but instead of  a ch 3 to start. you will make a dc. Once you have completed this 3 more times, sl into the top of the ch 3, fasten off and weave in ends.  

I then pressed my square with an iron on low setting and worked with the yarn a bit to give as perfect of a square affect as I could get.  

What I consider the wrong side, is the side that I turned and have facing me at this point.  This is a personal preference, but I like the affect that the yarn gave around the ring.  What I consider the right side did not have the depth I was looking for.  

Which ever side you choose to be the front, is the side you want facing you.  

Rnd 3:    

 Attach your contrasting color of yarn to your square with a sl and ch 1, single crochet into each stitch of previous rnd, when you come to the corners, complete 3 sc in each ch 2 space,  fasten off and weave in ends.  

Cut a square of felt backing  and attach your picture or embroidery work to the felt backing so that it will be centered to the opening of your crochet square.  You can glue with fabric glue or stitch this to your crochet piece.  

You could always make another crochet square and attach your pictures to the opening and then single crochet the two frames together with wrong sides facing each other.  

I use a soda can tab and attach that to my felt backing for hanging, or you could always do a simple chain stitch in the corner to use as an ornament or gift tag.  

Enjoy, 

Debra

Renaissance Princess or Birthday Mini Hat Crochet Pattern has arrived

I apologize for not posting this on Tuesday, but I just couldn't stop making these.  Every time I picked up my hook, new ideas came to mind on how to accessorize these hats.  

This pattern I am releasing is  for a Renaissance or Birthday Mini Hat. Worked in your desired colors this will produce a hat that is approximately 6” in height and 3” in diameter, depending on how you accessorize. Great for Renaissance Fairs, Birthday Parties, You can even turn this upside down and with a simple chain stitch, slip stitch a handle to your cone to hold party favors, sweet treats and mini gifts, May Day Flowers. Accessorize with lace, beads, buttons, and sequins, to give it your own personal touch. 

I would love to see your creations.

You can find this pattern here.

Enjoy,

Debra

Daisy Vanity Set Crochet Vintage Pattern

I love, love, love this motif.  Well written by the Designer, I bring to you a vintage crochet Daisy Vanity Set Pattern that is reformatted and digitally improved.

At the time of testing the integrity of the written pattern, I used a worsted yarn and fell in love with the design and decided to try my hand at making a small afghan.  I'm not one to work on projects of this size, but I absolutely love how the daisy flower is turning out on this.

Here is one of the motifs I have completed.  I have a ways to go, but I will publish when I finish the afghan.

It also gives me the opportunity to work with different color combinations, which absolutely scares me considering that I am colorblind.

I hope you enjoy this pattern as much as I do.  The design on this motif gives it so many possibilities other then a vanity set.

Consider pillows, purses, afghans, valances, baby blankets, table runners with just a change of yarn, thread or hook size and you are well on your way to possibly creating numerous articles with this motif.

You can find this pattern here.

Thank you for looking and enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Santa Wine Bottle Cover Cozy Pattern

My final Christmas creation for this year.  This was such a hit at the festivities this year.  

I'm ecstatic to bring you this Crochet Whimsical Santa wine bottle cover cozy pattern.  

A great gift or perfect to use with your Christmas celebrations.  

This cover cozy fits a 1.5 liter bottle.  

The hat isn't your typical looking Santa cap, designed to be formed and molded into different shapes to appeal to different taste.  

Never to early to start next year!!!

You can find this pattern here.

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Gift Tags

Does it surprise you that I have a change in plans?  Instead of the bottle rings, I'm making gift tags.

I write and eat with my left hand but do everything else with my right hand.  I thought I would try and crochet with both my right hand and my left hand today.  Talk about awkward, but I like the results of not turning my work.

Give it a try!

I did something simple, as you can see from the little gift tag above.  I also found it easier to embroidery on the yarn.

Supplies:

Worsted Yarn in colors of your choice
F Hook

Abbreviations:

sl - slip stitch
ch - chain
sc - single crochet

This is written in American Standard Terms

You can sell the products made from this pattern.  All I ask is that you link back to this post.

Here we go:

Ch 12
sc with your right hand into each ch across, ch 1
change hands and with your left hand sc into each previous row sc.
Continue the process above until you have completed 7 rows.
sc around the border of the gift tag with the exception of the corners, I did 2 sc in each corner around.

Attach white in one corner and ch 20, sl into the same sl of starting chain, fasten off and weave in ends.

You can embroidery what every you like on the tag.

Embellish with buttons, charms, whatever suits your fancy.

I placed two tree buttons that my Daughter gave me years ago.

I might just have to dig in my stash and find some snowflakes!!!

Have a Joyous Holiday and see you on Thursday!!!

Love, Peace and Joy,

Debra

Crochet Peppermint Wine Stem Covers

I made this drink for a White Elephant I attended  I'm not much of a drinker but this one was festive looking and I know I could make it last a long time with all that added fruit to munch on.  

I also was concerned about keeping track of my glass and making sure I wasn't sharing my glass with anyone.  Not that I don't mind sharing, but I'm not much into sharing germs, this time of year.  

These are really easy to make, and here is how I made mine.  

Supplies Needed:

Worsted yarn in the colors of red and white.  

An F hook

Here we go:

Put the two yarns together and ch 40

Using both the red and white yarn together, sc 3 times in 2nd ch from hook.  

Continue to repeat the previous step in the next chain, until you have 3 sc in each of the chain loops.  

Fasten off and weave in ends.  

As you will notice the yarn will swirl and become a curly cue.  

Wrap the yarn around the stem of your wine glass to your desire.  Mine kinda gave the effect of round peppermint candies.  

You could always attach your curly cue to a stirrer, or wrap it around the bottom stem of your wine glass.  

All would be beautiful and fun.  

Simple but festive, don't you agree?

If you are interested in making the drink, head on over here.  

Enjoy,

Debra

Christmas Glee Tree Crochet Pattern

I'm thrilled to introduce you to a new pattern called Christmas Glee Tree crochet pattern.  This pattern will give you instructions for crocheting a Christmas tree in 4 tiers.  

You could always keep building to the pattern to make larger trees.  

I'm using mine as a center piece for a small round table.  

Make several trees of different sizes to place on your mantel or for a winter wonderland scene.  

I decorated this one with bows, but you could use mini ornaments.  

You can find this pattern here.

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Medallion Doily Pattern

I am delighted to bring to you a Vintage crochet Medallion Doily Pattern.  

This is quite simple but elegant, don't you agree?

Made with thread and steel crochet hook of your choice, you can make all different size.  

I think this would be lovely made with a worsted yarn and hook of your choice to produce a larger size for display on the top of a round table.  

This would be really pretty matted and framed and hung on the wall.

Better yet, how about some Trope or bed sheets with a jumbo hook to create a rug.  

I used a Red Heart size 3 thread with a 00 steel hook and mine came out to about 5 1/2" diameter.  

I did mine in red, but I use mine for other projects which I will share later.  I am painting it at this time.  There are so many things that you can do with doilies other then what they are intended for.  

I use mine to imprint my salt dough with and then make ornaments or frames.  I am in the process of making the frame and in my final stages of painting, and I will share that with you on another post with a tutorial on how they are made.  .  

You can find this pattern here.

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Bell Ornament Pattern - Christmas, Wedding, Anniversary

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A new ornament pattern has arrived!!!

This pattern is inspired from the vintage glass bell ornaments. I choose to use a variegated yarn, bu a solid color is just as beautiful.  Use for your Christmas tree ornaments, wreath ornaments,  wedding and anniversary ornaments.  

This pattern also has instructions for the icicles that adorn the top of the bell.  

These bell ornaments once made can be embellished with beads, buttons, your embroidery work, to fit any occasion that requires a bell.  

When stuffing, fill these bell ornaments with jingle bells if you need a little jingle jingle!!!

You can find this pattern here.

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Kitten Pan Holder Pattern

I am delighted to offer a pattern for a crochet vintage pan holder.  I actually had to work this pattern.  I struggled with the written instructions from the designer.  I still wanted to complete the project.  It is so adorable.  

I have to admit though some of the counts are not coming out correct and I put my interpretation of what I think the designer was trying to express.  The original is in tact as always, and my interpretation is in red.  

You can find this pattern  here.

I ended up using a worsted yarn and converting mine to a small pillow.  My main concern was checking the integrity of the designer's original instructions.  

Here is my pillow.  My dogs are absolutely going nuts over this.  I think I will be putting this somewhere that they can't reach.  

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Mushroom Ornament Pattern

I couldn't stop making these.  I have the whole bottom half of my Christmas tree almost covered with them.  A lot of fun and just think of the possibilities you have once you start adorning them with beads, buttons, butterflies, gnomes.  

You could also slide a bamboo stick through the bottom and make them a plant poke.  

Where I'm residing I get flowers all year, so these will go in my flower beds once the tree comes down.  

You could always use a smaller or larger hook to get the size your want.  I think they would be really cute made out of a wool tapestry thread and made into a necklace.  What about an assortment of different sizes, just from the change of a hook and yarn, and place in a apothecary jar....cute, cute, cute.  

Click here  to find this pattern.

Don't forget I am having a 10% off sale until the end of the year!!!

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Plastic Bottle Cap Baubles

What a wonderful day approaching, overcast skies, a chill in the air, drizzling rain. Time to pull out the wine glasses, cuddle with the pups under the comforters, and make crochet plastic bottle cap baubles.

I have a lot of  ideas brewing this morning for crochet bottle caps, and I want to get this basic crochet bauble out there, so that in the future I can lead you to this page for upcoming patterns without re-posting the basics.

These are really cute with buttons sewn on each side to use as a small gift tag or ornament.

Here is the basic pattern:

Supplies Needed:

1 plastic bottle cap 

4 ply yarn of  your color choice 

F/5 3.75mm Hook

The pattern I am giving is basic and you will need to modify the rounds based on the size of the cap.  The cap I am using is a standard soda bottle cap.

This is in American Standard Terms.

Ch = Chain
Rnd = Round
Sc = single crochet
YO = yarn over

Here we go:

Ch 2
Rnd 1:   Sc in the second chain from hook (5 times), do not join (5 sc)
Rnd 2:   2 sc in each sc from the previous round (5 times), do not join (10 sc)
Rnd 3:   2 sc in each sc from the previous round (10 times), do not join (20 sc)
Rnd 4:   1 sc in each sc from the previous round (20 times), do not join (20 sc)
Rnd 5:   1 sc in each sc from the previous round (20 times), do not join (20 sc)

At this point, test and make sure that the crochet rounds you have made cover the outside of the bottle cap.  Place the cap inside the crochet rounds you have made. You should see only the opening to the bottle cap.  If you are using a smaller bottle cap, you may need to only do one round of 20 single crochet.  If you are using a larger bottle cap you may need to do another round or two of 20 single crochets.  Just make sure that when you place the bottle cap inside of your crochet rounds that the last round you completed goes up to the top rim or just a little over the rim on the cap. 

Now to decrease:

Rnd 6:   Place the hook through the next sc, yo, pull through, place your hook through the next sc, yo and                  pull through, you should have three stitches on your hook, now yo and pull through all three stitches.              You will need to do this 9 more times for a total of 10 sc decreases. 

At this point, when looking at your work, you are starting to form a ball, go ahead and place your cap into this ball with the rim at the top of your last crocheted round. 

Then what I do is I fill the inside of the cap with scrap yarn cuttings that have been treated with lavender linen spray.  This is optional, but it puts out a fresh scent and it also keeps any moths or fiber eating bugs away.  If you opt to do this, go up to the top where my, search this blog is, and type in, linen spray.  This will give you the mixture I use. I just soak my scrap yarn cuttings in a little bit of this and let them dry out in an enclosed container.  You could use any scents that you like.  I just don't like bugs all that much. 

Rnd 7:   Once you have the cap inside the ball that you have made, with or without the yarn scarps, you will continue to decrease until closed and then fasten off and weave your yarns in.  Usually this is about 5 more sc decreases. 


For me today is going to be spent covering plastic bottle caps.  It's a great way to use up scrap yarns and I love to fill vases with fresh flowers, by cutting off the top of a plastic water bottle and placing this in the vase and then filling the crochet bottle caps along the sides.  Wow, talk about a running sentence.....

Enjoy,  

Debra

Vintage Crochet Cross Pattern

I am pleased to offer a vintage crochet Cross pattern.

You can work this in a multitude of colors to fit any theme or individual preference.  This would be really pretty work with beads as well.

You can find this pattern here:


https://www.etsy.com/listing/169705516/vintage-crochet-cross-bookmark-pattern

Tonight is Monkey Pizza.  Be sure and get your marinara sauce ready.

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Bottle Cap Turkey Pattern

Ready for Thanksgiving?  

Here is a pattern for a crochet bottle cap turkey.  

I'm going to run a fuzzy stick along the back and use them as napkin rings.  They would look cute as a brooch, or fridge magnet.  If you get to frustrated making the tail, use a silk autumn maple leaf, that would be cute as well.  Use small googly eyes instead of beads.

Supplies Needed:

1 bottle cap - I used a regular soda pop bottle cap
4 ply yarn - I used a variegated scrap yarn for covering the bottle cap and scraps of yellow, red, orange and brown for the feathers and legs, 
F/5 3.75mm Hook

The pattern I am giving is basic and you will need to modify the rounds based on the size of the cap.  The cap I am using is a standard soda bottle cap.

This is in American Standard Terms.

Ch = Chain
Rnd = Round
Sc = single crochet
YO = yarn over



Here we go:

Body:

Ch 2
Rnd 1:   Sc in the second chain from hook (5 times), do not join (5 sc)
Rnd 2:   2 sc in each sc from the previous round (5 times), do not join (10 sc)
Rnd 3:   2 sc in each sc from the previous round (10 times), do not join (20 sc)
Rnd 4:   1 sc in each sc from the previous round (20 times), do not join (20 sc)
Rnd 5:   1 sc in each sc from the previous round (20 times), do not join (20 sc)

At this point, test and make sure that the crochet rounds you have made cover the outside of the bottle cap.  Place the cap inside the crochet rounds you have made. You should see only the opening to the bottle cap.  If you are using a smaller bottle cap, you may need to only do one round of 20 single crochet.  If you are using a larger bottle cap you may need to do another round or two of 20 single crochets.  Just make sure that when you place the bottle cap inside of your crochet rounds that the last round you completed goes up to the top rim or just a little over the rim on the cap. 

Now to decrease:

Rnd 6:   Place the hook through the next sc, yo, pull through, place your hook through the next sc, yo and pull through, you should have three stitches on your hook, now yo and pull through all three stitches. You will need to do this 9 more times for a total of 10 sc decreases. 

At this point, when looking at your work, you are starting to form a ball, go ahead and place your cap into this ball with the rim at the top of your last crocheted round. 

Rnd 7:   Once you have the cap inside the ball that you have made, with or without the yarn scarps, you will continue to decrease until closed. Fasten off and weave in ends.  

Tail Feathers:

These are made with picots:  I put mine in the order of yellow, red, orange and brown.  This is personal preference, maybe you want to use completely different colors, or you don't want to have as many layers. 

On the side of the cap, there is usually about 2 rounds of post.  

You will want to put your hook through one of the post on the side of the cap, and slip stitch, then chain 3, and slip stitch back into where you made your first slip stitch.  Then just work along the side to the next post and repeat until you have the width of the tail that pleases you.  I completed 7.  Fasten off and weave in ends.  

You will continue to do this with each color, working behind the previous color on the post, but increase your chains, (for the red I did 5, for the orange I did 9 and for the brown I did 12).  My last two colors were worked more on the back of the bottle cap, if you find this happening to you, then just stay in line with your very first row made.  

You might find that you want to fan the tail out more and make the 2 back rows wider or you just want the feathers to be taller, all personal preference.  

This would also look cute by make the tail using a loop stitch, something to consider!!!

Beck:

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With yellow leave a little bit of a tail for for sewing the beck onto the bottle cap and chain 3, sc in second ch from hook, and sc in next ch, ch 1 and turn, sc into the sc, fasten off and leave a tail long enough for sewing into the bottom of the cap.  

Wattle:

Attach the red yarn with a sl  underneath the beck on one of the side post and ch 4, second chain from the hook you will sl, ch 3, and sl back into where you made your first sl.  Repeat this with the next 2 ch.  Sl into where you made your sl into the side underneath the beck, fasten off and weave in ends.  

Eyes:

Attach two beads or wiggly eyes.  

Legs: (make 2)

Using yellow yarn attach with a slip stitch to the bottom back of the bottle cap.  Chain 13, sl into the 4th chain from hook, ch 3, sl into the same sl as previous sl, ch 3, sl into the same sl as previous sl, fasten off and weave in ends.    

Enjoy,

Debra

Vintage Crochet/Crocheted Lantern Bag Pattern Has Arrived

Vintage Crocheted Lantern Bag Pattern PDF File

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It was such a delight to make this vintage lantern bag.  

 think it would be really cute in matching colors to compliment a prom or wedding dress.  Small enough to not interfere with your social event, yet big enough to hold those necessitities for the evening.  

I am going to use mine for weekend trips.  It will be perfect for holding my toiletries, not mention cute sitting on the bathroom counter in the hotel.  

Better yet,I might just do one with plarn and use it as a snack/lunch bag.  

When purchased this comes to you as a PDF pattern will be emailed within 24 hours, once payment clears.   

This pattern is scanned and reimaged into a PDF file format from my original collection of public domain books. 

In most cases, the patterns can be difficult to follow and if necessary, I have crocheted the product and then added typed comprehensible details in red to better assist you with doing what you do best, crocheting!!!

I have taken away the agony of you spending time to find a match in yarn or thread, by giving a comparable yarn/thread and hook size that are now obselete.

You can sell products made from this pattern. 

Please, do not copy, distribute, or resell this pattern.

My re-image and photographs have my own copyright.

Preserving our history of crochet designers.

Enjoy,

Debra

Vintage Crochet Bib Apron Pattern

Pleased to bring to you, my newest addition to my shop.  This is a lovely vintage crochet bib apron pattern.  What a classic style and come back in recent years.

This design and pattern will entice the imagination with possibilities of adding your own person touch to this apron.  So many ideas, needlepoint, appliques, maybe even the idea of adding a crochet lace to the bid section.

A great classic apron to add your own creative touches.

You can find this pattern here:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/166182896/crochet-vintage-bib-apron-pattern-pdf?ref=shop_home_active

As always, you can sell products made from my patterns:

Debra

Bottle Ring Crochet Pumpkin Eyes Pattern

I love these bottle ring eyes, because I can move them around to get different facial expressions.  Here is a picture of the eyes, but you can be pretty confident that I will move them around in the course of making this pumpkin.

Here is the pattern:

Written in American Standard Terms.

Supplies Needed:

2 plastic bottle ring- (I used ones from a regular soda bottle)
2 shank button slightly larger then the bottle ring
4py worsted yarn- (or whatever you have handy that you want to use)
F Hook-or whatever size is comfortable for you

Here we go:

(Make 2)

You will want to slip stitch your yarn onto the ring and chain 1.

Single crochet around the ring until it is covered.  ( I had 18 single crochet and the chain 1 counts as a single crochet)

Join by slip stitching into the first chain made.

Chain 1

Single crochet into the same chain 1 space.

2 half double crochet into the next stitch.

2 double crochet into the next stitch.

Repeat previous step 7 more times.

2 half double crochet into the next stitch

2 single crochet into the next stitch.

Slip stitch into the next 6 stitches.

Slip stitch into the first chain made and fasten off and sew in ends.

If you have a different number of stitches on your ring, always do the 2 single crochet, and 2 half double crochets and adjust your double crochets accordingly to cover about 2/3 of the ring.

I attached the shank buttons to the spider web and placed the shank buttons 1 1/2" apart.  This will probably change several times before I make a final decision.

Then I took the crochet bottle ring and slide it over the shank button to secure the whites of the eyes in place.

Now the really cool thing about this, is you can turn the ring to give your pumpkin different looks.  Right now I have the whites at the top, but when I get ready to do the nose, I may just position those rings so that the pumpkin is looking at his nose.  No telling what will land on this pumpkins nose, when done.

Tomorrow,  I think I will make a bottle cap insect or leaf of some type.  I am not ready to complete the face quite yet.

Enjoy,

Debra

Vintage Ballet Slipper Pattern

I am excited to bring to you a vintage crochet ballet slipper pattern.

You can find this pattern here:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/165770895/vintage-crochet-ballet-slipper-pdf?ref=shop_home_active

I classify these more of  a sandal, I thought it was interesting they called them ballet slippers.

I found the sole to be very interesting in the aspect that you cut a piece of cardboard for the insert.  I would defiantly have them destroyed within a day.  I recommend a leather insert.

This pattern give instructions for a small, medium and large size.  The medium is about a 7 to 8 US size, not sure on the other two.

I am working on vintage patterns today, so you should see a few more patterns posted today.

Tomorrow be prepared for some quick recipes, My plans are to make homemade pumpkin puree and slow cooked caramel.  Would you like to learn to make some crochet bottle cap pumpkins, as well? It is the season.

Enjoy,

Debra

Crochet Owl Tin Can Cozy

I am excited to present to you the Crochet Cozy Can Owl.  This pattern is available here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/165077029/crochet-owl-cozy-tin-can-mason-jar-pdf?

This pattern was so fun to create.  

This pattern is great for using up scrap yarns and can be completed in a multitude of colors.  Each round can be started on any stitch from the previous round, which makes it perfect for a quick pick up while on the go. 

 
Uses:

 A cozy on a regular tin can or canning Mason jar.  

Fill your can/jar with flowers and use as a vase for an owl theme.  

Fill your jar with your favorite drink and your owl becomes a coaster/cozy combination.  

Fill your can/jar with candy and cookie bouquets accompanied with your cozy.  

A cozy for your tin can or mason jars for decoration to hold desk or kitchen utensils. 

Enjoy and see you tomorrow with a new recipe,

Debra