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If you like to freehand crochet projects, then you know that there are times when you need to write your own patterns for things. I ran into this recently when creating a solid pattern for my crochet plushies. The ears just wouldn't come out right until I came up with this ear. Here's how to crochet ears for your teddy bear plushies. Ear Pattern for Crochet Plushies … [Read more...] about How to Make Ears for Crochet Plushies {Bears}

I like to make handmade gifts, but sometimes those gifts call for a strange item that calls for some pattern-writing. Here's my instructions for how to crochet a nest. I use this as a companion to this crocheted chicken pincushion pattern. This pattern can be crocheted as is, using the cotton yarn recommended, or you can use a chunky yarn like Bernat Blanket to get a … [Read more...] about How to Crochet a Nest

A lot of the projects that I make involve crocheting spheres or round balls. The teddy bears and bunnies I make are super easy once you understand how to increase and decrease stitches, and when to do it. If you know how to do that you can make any size ball you want to. Here are some quick instructions for how to crochet a ball or other type of sphere for plushies and other … [Read more...] about How to Crochet a Ball or Sphere for Plushies

In just a few hours you can crochet up the most adorable gift for your friend or family member -- and they won't believe you made it! This stuffed bunny with long ears is perfect for Easter, new baby, birthdays, or even the holidays! Most of the pieces of this bunny are crocheted in the round (except the ears) and work up pretty quickly. Assembly is simple! How to … [Read more...] about How to Crochet an Adorable Stuffed Bunny with Long Ears