CHRISTMAS~ In the midst of the commercials, toy sales, cookie baking and present wrapping...take time to step back and "Adore HIM; Christ, The Lord!
I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Creative Crochet Girl

SCARF- "altered" : pocket and loop added.

Also, folded in

LOOP to hang it!

half and sewed together to shorten.  

PLEASE SEE:  POST for SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

POCKET WITH BUTTON (FOLD OVER AT THE END AND SEW IT WITH YARN NEEDLE.  ATTACHED BUTTON TO CLOSE.

SCARF (TAN/GOLD, BROWN, BLUE) WITH FRINGES
I created my own pattern using these colors and 1/2 dbl. crochet.  At the end, I just crochet with gold several inches on the ends and added fringes of all colors.  A nice warm gift for this season!

FLUFFY FURRY SCARF~
quick AND EASY!  Croc. white yarn and fake fur yarn (thin) together.  I did 2 rows 1/2 dbl. croc.

SCARF/WRAP~

I was  using three colors to create my own pattern.  Half dbl croc. completely around entire piece.  at each end, croc. a short part that comes out a few inches.  Sew on two buttons.  As you can see, it can be worn 2 ways.

FANCY INFINITY LOOP SCARF --a few rows 1/2 dbl croc and tie on fringes  (HAT IS KNITTED ON med.  LOOM WITH PURPLE CROC IN CENTER/TOP.

SKINNY SCARF~  A few rows of 1/2db croc and fringes.  If your yarn isn't soft, wash in cold water and dryer for 8-10 on Med heat.

HOLIDAY  INFINITY SCARF~
If you look at my previous post,  this chain is used as "garland."  Wrap the chain around your arm, keeping elbow bent.  When done, tie it together at 3-4 areas to secure.  Very "festive" for Christmas time!  Please see future posts for some seasonal inspiration.

GARLAND
I crocheted a loose chain with 2 colors (green and red) tied together.  It is about 14 Ft. long. (tree is a 6ft.)
This Croc. chain can also be rolled around your arm to make an Infinity scarf.  I will show it in next post.

WREATH ORNAMENTS (OR GIFT TAGS)

Croc. a foundation row like above.  Left- 2 rows Croc.  Take red yarn in a yarn needle and sew in and out a few times to make "berries."  Tie on a bow.
2nd on Left- 1 row and take yarn on needle and swirl it around the inside and outside of wreath.  Make "berries."
Middle- 3 rows of different green yarns.  Sew red in and out of stitches on the wreath and tie on a bow.  Far right- 3d look.
 

LEFTOVER YARN PROJECT (NEW) POMPOMS

Cut strips of yarn and tie them together in the center with a piece of yarn, or a "twist tie."  What will this be??
A POMPOM  to cheer on your favorite team, a pin to wear to your games (glue a pin on back, you can get them @ craft stores),  tie to your shoelaces, a small toy or gift for nursing homes; glue "eyes" on it and make a little critter friend!
SAVE ALL SCRAPS OF YARN because you will need them for projects!
IDEAS:  Fringes on scarves, scrappy scarf (see my blog post), "hair" for a doll.  Some will be long enough to crochet into a bracelet or ring.  You can string yarn through homemade books made from greeting cards.  Make a fringe "banner"  for your next party.  They can be made into "wall art."

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SCARF- Plain or fringes/bows
3 colors tied together.  1/2 dbl. croc. as long as you want it.  Cut small pieces for fringes on bottom.  Second pic. has a fringe and a bow attached to a stitch all the way down the one side of it.

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CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS USING LEFT OVER YARN!

 

TOP:  Left: Pouch/holder for a message, ring, necklace, special coin gift.  Hang on the tree and have the person find it!  Make different colors.  It's a croc. rectangle. Fold in half and sew up with yarn needle.  Attach a hook.  (Note:  If you are short on hooks, a bent paperclip will work great!) 

 

Very TOP: 2 long strands of colored yarn, folded over and knitted at the top.

 

MIDDLE: S. Croc. sm. bracelet with pony beads, tie together, put hook through the knot to hang. 

 

RIGHT:  "Candle"  Make a red rectangle.  Twist it to shape a flame.  Wrap "rick rack" around the bottom & tie or sew it on back.  Push a piece of yellow yarn through the top.

 

SECOND PICTURE

LEFT: Take 4 different colors of yarn and tie a knot in the center.

 

MIDDLE: "wreath"  Croc. a green circle  Take red yarn and sew a stitch around it and tie a bow on the bottom.

FAR RIGHT:  Croc. a small square or rectangle.  Skip to ev. 3rd stitch until it gathers together, sew it shut in the shape you desire.  (Experiment!)

This is the link to learn more about "OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX,  AND DONATING!
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/

Crochet or knit a hat for your Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes!
(hat is knitted on a med. size loom, using 3 thin yarns tied together.  The dark blue on the edge was crochet)  Age 2-4 yrs.  Churches collect shoebox until Nov. 24(find out which ones collect them in your area)  You can also mail them year round to address on website.  I have attached a link to Operation Christmas Child on my Blog.

GIFT IDEAS USING LEFTOVER YARN AND OTHER MATERIALS.   GREAT

Sample little girl box

FOR OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES, TOO!  Rope yarn laced through holes in homemade card.

Ruffle Scarf (short version) Multi-color

tied at front

Pull yarn apart and single crochet to desired length.  See below.

RUFFLES SCARF

Pull apart,  and crochet along the un-finished edge to the desired length.

WEAR WITH AN OPEN NECKLINE
Basic design.  Decorate with hand stitching or attach a "pin" to it!
Please see directions for "INFANT BIB."

INFANT BIB

BASKET

Close up of top stitch.

HOW:
11.50 mm hook, 1/2 dbl. croc., 3 yarns tied together.
Crochet until it's 20 in. wide x 10 in. long.  The last 4 rows you do were crocheted by hooking on, crc. 4, skip 4 stitches,  hook onto that stitch and , croc. 4, keep doing  this for last 4 rows to get it like shown above.  When you do "turn" stitch, croc. 4, instead of the usual 2.  Fold in half and connect the 2 sides.  Sew up the back with "yarn needle."  Push the inside center down to stand it up.
 You can string yarn around the top, if you want to create a "drawstring" purse.

 

BIBLE VERSES FOR THE LADIES~

She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night.  Prov. 31:18

When it snows, she has no fear for her household, for all of them are clothed in scarlet.  Prov. 31:21

In her hand she hold the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.  She opens her arms to the poor.  And extends her hands to the needy.  Prov. 31: 19, 20

She makes coverings for her bed; She is clothed in fine linen and purple.  Prov. 31:22

She speaks with wisdom and faithful instruction is on her tongue.  Prov. 31:26

She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.  Prov. 31:27

She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands.  Prov. 31:13

She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.  Prov. 31:17

She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings, she plants a vineyard.  Prov. 31:16

She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar.  She gets up while it is still dark, she provides food for her family.  Prov. 31: 14, 15

Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value.
Prov. 31:11

She speaks with wisdom and faithful instruction is on her tongue.  Prov. 31:26

"BEAD TRAY" AND KITTY
YOU CAN USE MANY THINGS TO DO YOUR BEAD WORK.  FIRST PICTURE IS A DRAWER  TRAY FOR PENS, ETC,..  MANY OF US USE BEADS IN OUR CROCHET PROJECTS.  I USE PONY BEADS.  SO, I DECIDED TO INCLUDE SOME TIPS ON DIFFERENT WAYS TO KEEP BEADS IN PLACE.  USE THINGS AROUND THE HOUSE!

TUPPERWARE TRAY, OR BEAD OUT OF A CUP.

BEAD OUT OF A PLASTIC BOWL.

SHELF LINER - LAY A PIECE OUT AND DO BEAD WORK ON IT.  IT GRIPS MORE THAN GLASSES!

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 FLOWER FROM MY GARDEN AND GARDEN "VISITOR."

A Good Read for my fellow crochet/knitters!

My Statement on Crochet~
Crocheting has become my friend, my refuge, my fun, and my ministry!

Crocheting and life. Both about beginnings and endings! 

A Few Words about "Crocheting!"

Tennis Elbow from Crocheting?
Don't spend a lot of money on this!  You can get one at a store like, Dollar Tree.
  You won't use it all the time.  So, that' s more money for more yarn!