tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38688281857729227712024-02-18T17:34:55.661-08:00The Perfect Knot Crochet and MoreMy little Tangled Corner of the World!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-26856338826517622152015-08-10T11:08:00.001-07:002015-08-10T12:46:09.919-07:00Where Has The Perfect Knot Been?<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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So where has The Perfect Knot Been???<br />
Well, if you follow my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a> you know that it's been pretty quiet lately and I have been a little MIA.<br />
There are good reasons for that though and I truly do appreciate all of you who have asked when I was coming out with new patterns, what I have been working on, and where I've been. You made feel good to know that you did notice that I wasn't around as much. :)<br />
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Well the fact of the matter is that I had to take some time away from the Crochet and Knit world in order to work on some other things.<br />
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Last year, I was diagnosed with some pretty challenging health issues and I knew I needed to make some changes and adjustments if I was going to overcome them and be healthy.<br />
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In July of 2014 I found myself at a very unhealthy weight of 225 lbs, and having issues with my thyroid, adrenal glands and several other things. I've chosen to write my story out for you all to read so you can see where I've been and what I have done over the last year.<br />
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So here we go! *Eeek!* Here are my before pictures in all my rolly glory LOL. :p I'll be honest and say I hate the way I look and I remember how poorly I felt here. They definitely aren't pretty, but hey, they are part of the process and I can proudly say this is no longer the way I look today. We all have to start somewhere right? ;)<br />
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Anyway, I knew I needed to make a lifestyle change in order to overcome some of my health issues. I set out to create a plan to basically reinvent myself and work towards a healthy lifestyle. I knew it couldn't be a "Diet" or I would fail at it just like I had every other time I had tried one.<br />
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So I did my homework and my research and I decided the best way for me to go about it was through proper nutrition, clean eating (no junk or gimmicks), portion control and exercise. (Lots and lots of exercise! LOL) I needed a plan that I could realistically do for the rest of my life because after all, it was meant to be a Lifestyle and not just a diet.<br />
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<b>So where to begin?</b><br />
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I knew I had to start with food. I had to get the proper nutrition involved in order to fuel my body. Very quickly one of the things I discovered was that I was an under eater. Now you'd think that you would lose weight by under eating, but nope, you can gain weight because you aren't eating enough too. Your body goes into a starvation mode and starts storing whatever it can get because you are not eating enough and you gain weight. My life was so crazy running around taking care of my mom and my family, that if I ate twice a day, I thought I was doing great. Nope. Not quite. ;)<br />
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I had to learn how to eat more, and not only eat more, but eat more of the Right things in order to fuel my body. I had to learn what portion sizes were, I had to learn what foods helped my body and what foods didn't help it or caused it to work slower. I went back to my old college days and my nutrition classes and started pulling those memories back to the front of my mind and applying them to my life now. I cut out processed foods and sugars as much as I could, I limited my gluten intake (hypothyroidism recommends that as part of the treatment plan), and I started eating whole and unprocessed food. Eating Clean as they call it.<br />
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Along the way I discovered some very useful tools to help me keep track of my food intake and nutrients, as well as foods I really liked and could not feel deprived on. I seriously eat more now than I ever did on any "Diet" I was ever on and I never feel deprived or like I am starving hungry! (You should see how much I eat! LOL)<br />
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Through this whole process, I have not deprived myself of any foods. I just learned to make good choices and what portion sizes were. Yes, it is okay to splurge once in a while, but I try to stick to an 80/20 rule and eat clean 80% of the time at least. ;)<br />
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Now for the next part once the food was in place.<br />
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<b>Goals.</b><br />
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You need to have goals and you need to write them down! I set a realistic goal of losing 50 lbs in 1 year and having my target be a 1 lb a week loss. You have to be realistic! It's a marathon to lose weight, not a sprint! Don't expect to lose 5 lbs a week, because in most cases, it's just not going to happen! You may see a huge jump in your loss at the very beginning, but it usually tapers off and a 1 lb loss is usually the average on most nutrition programs.<br />
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I set tons of small goals along the way and every time I got to one on my list, I could check it off and work towards the next one. Like I said, be realistic and set both small short term ones and some bigger long term ones. Set goals both on and off the scale and do rewards (other than food) for things once you get to a certain goal. It can be simple stuff, or it can be big stuff, but set them out on paper so you can work towards them. :)<br />
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<b>Exercise. </b><br />
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I used to grimace when I'd say that word before because most of it wasn't fun, it was hard work and I can safely say, I hated being sore afterwards. That is so not the case now, but a year ago, yes that was my attitude about it! LOL<br />
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So where to begin? I literally started with a 5 minute video on YouTube for exercise and I figured I could work my way up from there. Now you may think that 5 minutes is barely anything, and yes in most cases it is, but when you haven't worked out in 2 years plus and you're 75 + lbs over weight, completely out of shape and have asthma on top of it, trust me, that 5 minutes felt like I was going to die! LOL<br />
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I worked my way up though and I did 10 minutes, then 15 minutes, then 20 minutes and I finally found a program that was 25 - 30 minutes that I really enjoyed and I knew I could stick with it. One of the things I would strongly recommend is finding exercise that you personally enjoy! If you enjoy it, you are much more likely to do it and stick with it. It becomes fun and much less like work.<br />
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<b>Did you want to Quit?</b><br />
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Yes, there were a million times I wanted to quit. I think that's normal. Everyone at some point, wants to quit. Especially when you are working your butt off and you don't see the results you want to. Do yourself a favor though, and don't just rely on the scale and most importantly, don't quit!<br />
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<b>Plateaus happen.</b><br />
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And for me they have happened several times on my journey. For 3 months at one point I got stuck at one weight, but I don't just rely on the scale, because that is not the only place I see results. I measure with a tape measure, and I use a body fat percentage caliper. In that 3 month period, even though the scale wasn't budging, I was still seeing changes in inches and things toning up. I actually lost enough inches to drop an entire size without dropping a pound. <b>Try your hardest not to get discouraged and just keep going! </b>With a few modifications the plateau will usually break and things will start moving again. Just keep at it! Make adjustments and things will change.<br />
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One of my favorite quotes is "Success comes in Can's not Cant's" and a big part of losing weight is to tell yourself you Can do it! You really can if you believe you can and if you are willing to do the work necessary to transform yourself!<br />
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<b>So Where am I at today?</b><br />
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Well, last Monday (8-3-15) I actually hit my first big milestone and checked off my goal of losing 55 lbs and this is what I look like now! Not even close to the same person I was a year ago!<br />
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I'm not finished yet though, so don't enjoy these images for too long because I am not at my final destination. This is just a progress point, and I have to keep going! I still have another 20 lbs to lose before I get to my next reassessment goal. Hopefully in the next 6 months or so, I can show you all those pictures and use these as my comparison pictures. :) I'm determined to get there and I know at some point I will!<br />
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<b>Why did I write all of this?</b><br />
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Well, it's pretty simple actually. One, I wanted to encourage any of you who might be thinking about starting your own weight loss journey and tell you, that yes it's going to be a lot of hard work, but yes, You Can Do It! You just have to start. Don't do it alone, find support where you can. If you want to know about some amazing support systems that I have found, just message me and I will be happy to share them with you. (All are free and very beneficial.)<br />
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Two, I did this to document not only for you how far I've come, but also for myself. So I can look back on this and see where I have been and where I will be heading next. It's an amazing thing to know you can succeed at something if you set your mind to it and work hard to achieve your goals! Yes, it took me a year to get here, but I did it and I am very proud of that!<br />
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I know someone out there is in the same boat I was a year ago and I can only hope by reading this, that they will know there is hope and there is a way to overcome your health issues and live a better life! You can change your own life with just a few simple changes!<br />
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Thank you for sharing in my journey and for reading my blog! If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.<br />
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I wish you all much health and success!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
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Much love and God Bless,<br />
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Michelle K<br />
The Perfect Knot<br />
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PS. Yes, I will be back to playing with my yarn soon enough! ;) Winter is coming and I have presents to make! :)<br />
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Sometimes you just want to make something sweet and cute for someone you think is a Sweetheart!<br />
<br />Well that's where the inspiration for this little pattern came from! It was inspired by this little cutie whom everyone says she's such a Sweetheart!<br />
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So just in time for Valentine's Day and so all of you can make something sweet for your own little Sweethearts... the What A Sweetheart Headband!<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
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Michelle K<br />
The Perfect Knot<br />
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<b><span style="background: yellow; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-highlight: yellow;">NOTE: </span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">You will need enough length to
overlap for your button closure once the button is attached. Depending on the
size of your button this will vary. Work your piece until the ends meet
comfortably around your head and then complete piece for the button hole.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">If you want a wider headband make your beginning Ch longer,
but make sure you have an odd number of Sts so that the button hole is centered
at the end.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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Sts & 4 Rows in 1” in headband.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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yarn, Ch 8, SC in 2<sup>nd</sup> Ch from hook and in each Ch across (7 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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turn, working in the <b>BLO</b>, SC in each
St across (7 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with White Yarn, Ch 1 and turn, working in <b>both
loops</b> of the Stitches, SC in each St across (7 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Row 2:</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> Ch 1 and
turn, SC in each St across (7 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sts, SC in next 2 Sts (4 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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turn, SC in next 2 Sts, 3 SC in Ch 2 space, SC in next 2 Sts (7 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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turn, SC in each St across, FO (7 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Using the tapestry needle weave in your ends. Attach button
on opposite end from button hole using the needle and thread.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Round 1:</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> Begin with
a Mgc Rng and the Neon Pink Yarn, Ch 2 (counts as 1<sup>st</sup> HDC here and
throughout), 2 HDC, Ch 2, *3 HDC, Ch 2, Repeat from * 2 More Times, Sl St to
top of beginning Ch 2 to join, pull yarn tail to close (12 HDC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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next 2 HDC and into Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 2, 2 HDC, Ch 2, 3 HDC], Ch 1, *[3
HDC, Ch 2, 3 HDC in next Ch 2 space], Ch 1, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to
top of beginning Ch 2 to join (24 HDC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Round 3:</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> Sl St into
next 2 HDC and into Ch 2 Space, [9 DC in next <b><span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;">Ch 1</span></b>
space], Sl St into next <b><span style="background: aqua; mso-highlight: aqua;">Ch 2</span></b> space, [9 DC in next
<b><span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;">Ch 1</span></b> space], Sl St into next Ch 2 space, FO
leaving a long tail for sewing. (18 DC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Using the tapestry needle, weave in your beginning yarn tail,
use your ending yarn tail and stitch your heart to your headband.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">TA-DA!
You’re finished!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">© Copyright Michelle R.
Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2015. All rights reserved. All content & images in
this pattern are protected under federal and international copyright laws. This
is my original pattern. <b>Do Not Copy,
Modify, Reproduce, Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may sell
items made from this pattern, but please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to
me as the original designer for any items you may sell. </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</span></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-24653396488661031482014-12-03T11:11:00.002-08:002014-12-03T11:11:50.603-08:00Winter Bliss Square - Crochet Pattern<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Hello my Tangled Friends!<br />
<br />
I know I have been MIA for several months now and I have definitely missed all of you!<br />
Life gets in the way of play and sometimes you just have to put play on hold.<br />
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Anyway though... I'm BACK!!!!!!! And I have a goodie for you all to play with!<br />
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It's winter time in the US here and my brain is thinking "I want snow", while my body is going "Not yet!" LOL. So to fight the war between the two, I opted for Snow in Yarn! That way everyone wins and you can be warm while thinking cold. ;)<br />
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So without any further ado, here is the Free Pattern I promised you!<br />
Enjoy and happy crocheting!<br />
<br />
Michelle K<br />
The Perfect Knot Crochet and More<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Winter
Bliss Square<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">This is an Intermediate level pattern written in US Crochet
terms.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Materials
Needed:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Size 4.0mm Crochet Hook <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Tapestry Needle Tape
Measure<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Scissors <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Size 4 Worsted Weight Yarn in 2 Colors (I used Red Heart With
Love in my Example.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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St – Slip Stitch<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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– Double Crochet<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Special
Stitches or Directions:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Triple Loop
Start:</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> Alternative to a Magic Circle that does not slide open like
a traditional Magic Circle. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">HOW TO DO A
TRIPLE LOOP START: </span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Wrap yarn around finger 3 times, insert hook under
first 2 loops, catch 3<sup>rd</sup> loop with hook and pull through under the 2
loops on your finger. Once you pull the loop through, then you will begin your
chain to secure the loops and start your first stitch. You will pull the tail
of the yarn from the loop to close the loop tight. You may need to pull one
strand of the loop & then the second strand of the loop so that you can
fully close the yarn tail of the loop.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Your square should measure 6” when completed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Let’s
Begin!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Round 1: </span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Begin with
White yarn and a Triple Loop Start or a Magic Circle, Ch 5 (counts as 1<sup>st</sup>
DC & Ch 2 space), Working all Sts into the loop, DC, Ch 2, *DC, Ch 2,
Repeat from * 5 More Times & Sl St to the 3<sup>rd</sup> Ch of the
beginning Ch 5 to join (8 DC & 8 Ch 2 spaces) Pull yarn tail to close loop<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Round 2:</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> Sl St into
Ch 2 space, Ch 3 (counts as 1<sup>st</sup> DC), 3 DC in same Space, Ch 2, *4 DC
in next Ch 2 space, Ch 2, Repeat from * around and Sl St to top of beginning Ch
3 to join (32 DC & 8 Ch 2 spaces)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Round 3:</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> *Sl St
into each DC to next Ch 2 space, Working in the Ch 2 space [Ch 3, Sl St in same
Ch 2 space, Ch 5, Sl St in same Ch 2 space, Ch 7, Sl St in same Ch 2 space, Ch
5, Sl St in same Ch 2 space, Ch 3, Sl St in same Ch 2 space], Repeat from *
around in each Ch 2 space, Sl St in 1<sup>st</sup> Sl St to join & FO White
yarn (5 Ch space Cluster Petals in each Ch 2 space)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<b><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Round 4: </span></b><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Attach
2<sup>nd</sup> Color with a Sl St into the Ch 5 space on the left side of the 5
Ch space cluster petal (Right Ch 5 space if you are left handed) <b>SEE PHOTO</b>, </span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKhgjmX5TkhIIxXeC8cCzPQuw6PZ4_d_dhkFa3ctuHuEthl3q-46xANvErpi6TQpVh3WubMey0XehAgrl-avjRowWtxFlCTWPrmEkY4lA_sVBYbolGCDSHrPiWefKDQtPLSZW5l19Xdck/s1600/IMG_1972-1+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKhgjmX5TkhIIxXeC8cCzPQuw6PZ4_d_dhkFa3ctuHuEthl3q-46xANvErpi6TQpVh3WubMey0XehAgrl-avjRowWtxFlCTWPrmEkY4lA_sVBYbolGCDSHrPiWefKDQtPLSZW5l19Xdck/s1600/IMG_1972-1+copy.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attach yarn here</td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Attach Yarn
in the Ch 5 space indicated.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Ch 1, SC in same Space, *Ch 3, SC in next Ch 5 space on next
petal, working behind Ch 7 space, Ch 3, SC in next Ch 5 space on same petal, Repeat
from * around and Sl St to 1<sup>st</sup> SC to join (16 Ch 3 spaces, 16 SC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Round 5 See
Photo Tutorial Below if you have trouble with this round:</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> Sl St into
Ch 3 Space, [Ch 3 (counts as 1<sup>st</sup> DC), 2 Trbl, Ch 3, 2 Trbl, DC in
same Space] corner made, *in next Ch 3 space DC, HDC in Ch 7 space at the point
of the snowflake from Round 3 & around Ch 3 space from Round 4, DC in same
Ch 3 space from Round 4, 3 HDC in next Ch 3 space, in next Ch 3 space DC, HDC
in Ch 7 space at the point of the snowflake from Round 3 & <b>Around</b> Ch 3 space from Round 4, DC in
same Ch 3 space from Round 4, in next Ch 3 space [DC, 2 Trbl, Ch 3, 2 Trbl, DC]
corner made, Repeat from * around omitting last corner instructions, Sl St to
top of beginning Ch 3 to join (60 Sts) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik61eCItxd5HEkgnPVtQJTUNyOBwDgUm8l0GP8GH-INqgJXg727Qt3nWKywG_nWMEMY7QuA-QkVbPkLfCHRdCQihy3km7ofYpfd3uzT5R8rZPwNCacj63z5lIvlZEAuu4que7Ouwhw7sI/s1600/IMG_1973-1+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik61eCItxd5HEkgnPVtQJTUNyOBwDgUm8l0GP8GH-INqgJXg727Qt3nWKywG_nWMEMY7QuA-QkVbPkLfCHRdCQihy3km7ofYpfd3uzT5R8rZPwNCacj63z5lIvlZEAuu4que7Ouwhw7sI/s1600/IMG_1973-1+copy.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After First Corner</td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">After the
first corner is formed you will be working into the Ch 3 space behind the point
of the snowflake.</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI7F0va3IM3trW8nLbHMZCb8XJQ5sJSp0UEXtXiDhqRIgnut4cgWx_qKqKx36dK_3e2lnFkInr4vl1pT6TdTadXM0gzwp5Fl_xrRC_-fJJ7eHmso9tY0D_Lv_tdmxzxeJ_MhIP_KdjwG4/s1600/IMG_1974-1+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI7F0va3IM3trW8nLbHMZCb8XJQ5sJSp0UEXtXiDhqRIgnut4cgWx_qKqKx36dK_3e2lnFkInr4vl1pT6TdTadXM0gzwp5Fl_xrRC_-fJJ7eHmso9tY0D_Lv_tdmxzxeJ_MhIP_KdjwG4/s1600/IMG_1974-1+copy.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Make first DC into the Ch space <b>BEHIND</b> the point</td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Make the
First DC into the Ch space behind the point.</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib4HmupzPSVgJyeAIFYCpwSJLygayF4RXLwtnHvYlNl3oh7WMkTPlr3tpEEYVGcnZvc5PiQUs3aA25awFM6I2bKLdPCB1qH_mDQR-YxoxLhVMEXk94bOjklYn3ReF9gj_X_B1u3DnKCJc/s1600/IMG_1975-1+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib4HmupzPSVgJyeAIFYCpwSJLygayF4RXLwtnHvYlNl3oh7WMkTPlr3tpEEYVGcnZvc5PiQUs3aA25awFM6I2bKLdPCB1qH_mDQR-YxoxLhVMEXk94bOjklYn3ReF9gj_X_B1u3DnKCJc/s1600/IMG_1975-1+copy.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Insert Hook Into the Ch 7 Space at the Point of the Snowflake</td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Make your
HDC </span><span style="font-size: 19px; line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"><i>INTO</i></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"> the Ch 7 Space at the point
of the Snowflake and insert your hook </span><i style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">UNDER</i></b><i><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> </span></i><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">the Ch 3
space to complete the stitch worked <u>Around</u> the Ch space.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfMf1DKtLt9-oaoGhyZj9kyd_wbWoHSkE6Uo63aS3sRpy0l4RtWjHBkDUF4HhHOOb21hns3w9g-7LkiqUNsF5hk1LMJYpfPPLifXz2YX-qXH6m-9dG_aBqwBMPEXhI3PizGE6zKyMl3vU/s1600/IMG_1976-1+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfMf1DKtLt9-oaoGhyZj9kyd_wbWoHSkE6Uo63aS3sRpy0l4RtWjHBkDUF4HhHOOb21hns3w9g-7LkiqUNsF5hk1LMJYpfPPLifXz2YX-qXH6m-9dG_aBqwBMPEXhI3PizGE6zKyMl3vU/s1600/IMG_1976-1+copy.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Finished HDC through the point should look like this</td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Your Stitch
should look like this once completing the HDC through the point.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8XEuPHLnSN5DbEUyK98KRd3yNpj1wsPPde1vE_YimEu4IJ1QCnbzSMWIlMVjNY3WI0hJ5KjcRaRJJV5ylUdXdeTHMvJZHWj3fAvz5vLMS5ArVZl0CBs3hYjyOCISzUiqapv-qQMyPhUk/s1600/IMG_1977-1+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8XEuPHLnSN5DbEUyK98KRd3yNpj1wsPPde1vE_YimEu4IJ1QCnbzSMWIlMVjNY3WI0hJ5KjcRaRJJV5ylUdXdeTHMvJZHWj3fAvz5vLMS5ArVZl0CBs3hYjyOCISzUiqapv-qQMyPhUk/s1600/IMG_1977-1+copy.jpg" height="266" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Make last DC into the Ch space behind the snowflake</td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Work the
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In our house we have this linoleum flooring that looks like stone.<br />
It's really pretty and I like the look of it in our kitchen.<br />
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Unfortunately though, we have an old dining set that all the chairs are losing their little rubber bottoms off the feet.<br />
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Our floor was getting scratched up or getting little marks in it so I decided I could come up with something that would help keep the chairs from messing up the floors. LOL And so Chair Sox were born!<br />
I'm hoping that some of you out there can use this clever little invention of mine to help protect your hard wood, tile or linoleum floors! Enjoy and thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
<br />
Michelle K<br />
The Perfect Knot<br />
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">This is a beginner level pattern written in US Crochet terms.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Size 4.0mm Crochet Hook Stitch
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<b><span style="background: yellow; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-highlight: yellow;">NOTE:</span></b><span style="background: yellow; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-highlight: yellow;"> Pattern is worked in a spiral and not joined at the end of each Round.
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Sl St into next St and FO and weave in yarn tails using the tapestry needle.
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Slide Chair Sox over the bottoms of your chair legs to help
protect your hard wood or linoleum flooring.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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If you haven't figured it out by now, I'm a bit of an adventurous eater and I love trying new things. I'm also all about as Fresh as I can get, because well, Fresh just tastes better!<br />
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One of my favorite types of combinations is mixing sweet with savory or sweet with spicy. That's exactly what this recipe is! A delicious mix of both sweet and spicy and a little bit savory. :)<br />
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I could literally eat this salsa all by itself as a meal! It's also great with grilled chicken, fish, rice, with tortilla chips or as a salad topping or with anything else you can think to pair it with.<br />
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So without any further ado, here is the recipe for Fantastic Fruit Salsa!<br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
1 Peach or Mango (Or Both if you prefer)<br />
1 Red Bell Pepper<br />
12 Strawberries<br />
3 Green Onions<br />
1 Tbsp Fresh Cilantro (Chopped fine)<br />
2 Tbsp Lime Juice<br />
1/4 Tsp Sea Salt<br />
1 Tsp Stevia in the Raw or Sugar<br />
Garlic Salt to Taste (optional)<br />
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Dice all fruits and vegetables into bite sized pieces, chop cilantro leaves finely and add all fruits and vegetables to a medium sized bowl.<br />
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Add Lime Juice, Sea Salt & Stevia/Sugar to mixture of fruits and veggies. Mix thoroughly together and chill in refrigerator for 20-30 minutes prior to serving.<br />
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You can add a little garlic salt to the mixture if you want something a little more savory than sweet. :)<br />
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Serve with your favorite grilled chicken, fish, rice, or whatever you choose.<br />
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As always, if you try this recipe, I'd love to know how you liked it!<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
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Have a great day and thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot!<br />
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Michelle K<br />
The Perfect Knot<br />
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Last night it Rained! I absolutely love it when it rains in the summer and everything smells so clean! I love that it cools the temperature off and the Earth is refreshed!<br />
The colors of the flowers, grass and leaves are so vibrant like someone painted them anew!<br />
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There's a word for that smell, it's called Petrichor and it's just a phenomenal smell like no other!<br />
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That smell is what woke me up this morning extremely early (before 6 am) and made me decide to get up and grab my camera to do a little photo exploration around our house.<br />
I haven't done that in so long, but after today's adventure, I definitely need to do it some more. It's the best therapy I know of next to playing with my yarn and beads. ;)<br />
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So come with me on my little backyard adventure and I'll share with you some of the beautiful things I found on my little journey.<br />
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As I started off on my adventure, I spotted the beautiful miniature roses that my neighbor has growing in her yard along the wall that is shared with our driveways.<br />
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They are so delicate and tiny and just perfectly shaped. The velvety petals made for an amazing canvas to cradle the raindrops on each of the flowers.<br />
The flowers were very dry in parts of the bush, so I know they must have been very grateful for this little drink early in the morning.<br />
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The colors of the flowers are so beautiful! The most delicate Antique Ivory, Peach and Soft White. And then there was my favorite in the vibrant Red and White of the miniature Peppermint Rose! I knew that one needed to have a special spotlight with it's two lovely about to open baby buds right next to it. :)<br />
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I could have stayed right there for hours and shot every single little tiny flower on each little bush. They were all so gorgeous!<br />
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Roses are my second favorite flower next to Sunflowers and I love the variety of colors and scents they have! God truly knew how to make them just perfect enough. (Thorns and all.)<br />
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Next on my adventure, I had a few little birdie friends stop by to say hello!<br />
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First was this lovely little green Finch that decided to sit on the wire above my head and sing me a pretty tune.<br />
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He didn't stay very long though as he was in a hurry to catch his breakfast.<br />
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Next I met a little sleeping blue bird that was nestled between the seed pods of the pretty tree that lives in our front yard. I decided it best not to wake her up and let her get her beauty sleep as I continued on my way.<br />
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I then met another blue bird who was quite the curious little fellow. He watched me for quite a while until he decided I wasn't going to bother him, but only wanted to take his picture.<br />
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He stared me down for a couple of seconds while sizing me up. I can hear the thoughts running through his head "Are you a friend or a foe? What is that big black thing you're carrying? What are you going to do with it?" LOL<br />
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He decided I wasn't an enemy and that he would give me his best profile pose before snagging the little yellow leaf in front of him and taking off with it somewhere to parts unknown.<br />
He was a friendly little fellow and I hope he found something good for his breakfast besides the leaf. ;)<br />
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My last little friend was a very LOUD squawking Jay Robber or Blue Jay as they are called out here.<br />
He sat on the back fence next to the neighbor's shed and decided he would squawk me his story. He strutted around on the fence line and made himself known to everyone in the neighborhood.<br />
He did decide to pose for me long enough to get his portrait though and for that I am grateful! Fun, noisy little guy!<br />
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After my conversation with the Jay Robber, I decided to go check out the black berry bushes that randomly grow in our yard. Seems like they can pop up just about anywhere!<br />
I love the shape of their leaves and the wonderful sweet berries they produce.<br />
The raindrops were so perfectly placed on these leaves it almost looked like someone took an eye dropper and just left perfect little wet spots on the leaves.<br />
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I found another little sprig of the bush growing out from between the rocks near our fence line. This one even has a few berries on it! In a few days, maybe I can pick a few when they are ripe and have myself a great little fresh snack. :)<br />
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Where we live there are mountains and trees everywhere! (And not much else. LOL)<br />
I decided I would admire the storm clouds rolling in over the trees on the mountain side.<br />
They were so dark and I wondered when the next bit of rain would come. Would it bring thunder and lightning as well, or just a few sprinkles? Only time would tell.<br />
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Ahhhhh, yes, there's always an out-take when it comes to a photo story isn't there? LOL<br />
In my case, I had to take the shot of the storm clouds more than once because one of my little feathered friends decided he needed to photo-bomb me!<br />
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And not just once, TWICE! The little stinker! LOL<br />
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Anyway, after being photo-bombed by the bird...<br />
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I did manage to spot a little patch of blue sky trying to peek through the clouds, so there was some hope that it might still clear up.<br />
Aren't those trees all just the most perfect shades of green? Like I said, they all look freshly painted. So beautiful and clean!<br />
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As I continued my adventure around the yard, I spotted a vacated spider's web that had been soaked from the rain.<br />
The raindrops were held in this amazing silken hammock that the spider had made for his home. (Not to worry, I'm sure he can make another one some place drier. ;) )<br />
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As I ended my journey in the backyard because it was starting to rain and thunder again, I found one more vacated spider's canopy that had held suspended little bits of our cedar tree as well as hundreds of little raindrops all trapped between the ground an the side of our house.<br />
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It looked like little diamonds trapped within the water droplets. I thought it was such an interesting place for all of them to come to rest. So beautiful!<br />
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So that last picture concludes my little photo exploration around my yard because as I mentioned it was starting to storm again and I did not want to risk soaking me or my camera. It was a fun little trip and I'll have to make another one very soon! Maybe next time I will walk around my neighborhood or find another little place to see what is about. :)<br />
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I enjoyed the sights, sounds and smells on my little adventure this morning! Thank you for coming with me and seeing my world through my little cock-eyed view.<br />
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Thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
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Have a great day!<br />
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Michelle K.<br />
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It's summer here in the Northern Hemisphere and for many that means sun, fun, beaches, pool parties and swimming!<br />
I know that's how I enjoy spending my summers. :)<br />
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I just wanted to take a moment to introduce you to the latest accessories set for the My First Babies Collection!<br />
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This is the My First Babies Beach Boy Accessories. He's ready to hit the beach, have some fun, surf a few waves and catch some rays!<br />
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Pattern includes Surfboard, Surf Shorts, Beach Towel, Beach Ball, Bucket and Shovel, and a cool pair of Shades!<br />
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You can purchase the pattern here <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/my-first-babies-little-boy-blue-amigurumi-dress-up-doll-boys-day-at-the-beach-accessories">in my Ravelry Shop</a>. (<b>PLEASE NOTE THIS PATTERN IS FOR THE ACCESSORIES ONLY. </b>If you wish to create the dolls that the accessories fit you will need to purchase <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/my-first-babies-little-boy-blue-or-little-girl-pink-amigurumi-dress-up-dolls">The My First Babies Dolls Pattern</a> separately.)<br />
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While you're checking out the pattern in my Ravelry shop, be sure to take a look at all the other My First Babies accessories!<br />
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I'm having so much fun with these patterns and I hope you will enjoy making them as much as I have. Not to worry, more accessories for both babies are coming soon!<br />
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Have a great day and thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
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Just wanted to let all of my Tangled friends know that all patterns are 50% off in my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/stores/the-perfect-knot---michelle-kovach-designs" target="_blank">Ravelry Shop</a> until 7-7-14!<br />
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There are currently 156 designs available for you to create with!<br />
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Hope you all enjoy your Independence Day Weekend!<br />
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Michelle K<br />
The Perfect Knot Crochet and MoreAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-43615989056168037282014-07-02T14:49:00.004-07:002014-07-02T14:49:53.067-07:00Paisley Rose Headband Pattern<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Introducing the Paisley Rose Headband!<br />
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This is a pretty little accessory that can easily be adapted to fit any head size.<br />
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Something simple that you can easily dress up by adding the Rose to it or keep it simple by leaving the flower off.<br />
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So, without any further ado... The Paisley Rose Headband!<br />
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Worsted Weight Yarn (I used Red Heart Soft Rose Blush &
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Finished Measurements: 14” around<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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is written for a baby size but you can easily adjust the length of this
headband to fit any head just by repeating Shell 3 until you reach your desired
length.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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in 4<sup>th</sup> Ch from hook, Ch 30 (this will be the back of the headband), Sl St into 2<sup>nd</sup> Ch & into
each Ch back to Shell, Sl St into the center of the Shell<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Repeat Shell 3 until you have 13 Shells or until you desired
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turn, working around Ch 3, 6 HDC, bring Ch with Sl Sts up without twisting it
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Using the tapestry needle, weave in your ends & cut
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Off White yarn Ch 16, SC in 2<sup>nd</sup> Ch from hook & to each St across
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turn, 5 HDC in same St, *Sl St into next St, 5 HDC in next St, Repeat across
& Sl St into last St as same petal, (40 HDC) FO leaving a long tail for
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Using the tapestry needle weave in your beginning yarn tail.
Starting at the end where you last FO, twist your petals into a spiral &
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<b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Round 1: </span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Begin with
Sage colored yarn & a longer tail on one leaf for sewing (12 – 15”), Ch 6,
SC in 2<sup>nd</sup> Ch from hook, HDC in next Ch, DC in next Ch, HDC in next
Ch, 3 SC in last Ch, working into bottom of Ch, HDC in next Ch, DC in next Ch,
HDC in next Ch, SC in last Ch, Ch 2, Invisible join to 1<sup>st</sup> SC to
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Stitch each leaf to bottom of rose so that leaves show out the sides of the
Rose. Stitch the Rose onto the 4<sup>th</sup> Shell of one side of the headband.
Weave in remaining ends & cut excess yarn.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">© Copyright Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot
2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. All content & images in this pattern are
protected under federal & international copyright laws. This is my original
pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce,
Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may sell items made from this
pattern, but please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b>
claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original
designer for any items you may sell. </span><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</span></a></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-33328543360599201822014-06-28T13:19:00.001-07:002014-06-28T13:19:12.178-07:00Curried Chicken Salad Recipe<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Curried Chicken Salad Recipe</td></tr>
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This is not your "typical" Chicken Salad recipe! It's light, has an amazing blend of savory and sweet with just enough spice to keep it interesting!<br />
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If you like something easy and quick for those warmer days that can be totally tasty & versatile then this is a great choice for you!<br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
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12.5 oz can of Chicken Breast or 12.5 oz of cooked shredded Chicken Breast<br />
1/4 Cup of Light Mayo<br />
2 Stalks of Celery (Diced)<br />
10 - 12 Green Grapes (Diced into quarters)<br />
1/2 - 1 Tsp Yellow Curry Powder (Use less if you don't want it as spicy, use more if you want it spicier.)<br />
1/4 Tsp Garlic Salt<br />
Salt and Pepper to Taste<br />
1/4 Cup Chopped Walnuts<br />
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Whole Wheat Flat Bread, Pita Pocket, Bun, Croissant or Tortilla (Your choice.)<br />
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Add the first 8 Ingredients into a bowl & mix well together. Serve on Flat Bread, or other option of your choice. Pair with fresh melon or other fruit for an added sweet fresh taste.<br />
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<b>TIP:</b> Chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the curry flavor really set into your meat mixture. This is one of those "Better the next day" type of recipes in my opinion.<br />
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Serves 3-4.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-27240159420465216542014-06-20T07:59:00.000-07:002014-06-20T08:00:36.028-07:00My First Babies Bundle Sale<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My First Babies Bundle</td></tr>
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I've been having so much fun making these little dolls & their outfits!<br />
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I never thought that it would turn into the wonderfully fun thing it has, but I am so excited about it & so happy that you all are loving them as much as I am!<br />
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Currently there are 5 Patterns listed in the My First Babies Collection! (And not to worry, yes, I am currently in production of making them more outfits! ;) )<br />
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This weekend though, I wanted to let you know that they are on Sale 30% off on Ravelry with the New Bundles Option that Ravelry has created (which I LOVE!) using the coupon code BabyBundle!<br />
You can purchase the Bundle package here:<a href="https://www.blogger.com/%C2%A0http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/1635" target="_blank"> http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/1635</a><br />
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Stay tuned for more of the babies and all of their latest Fashions!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
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Have a great day!<br />
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Michelle K<br />
The Perfect Knot<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My First Babies Dress up Dolls Set</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My First Babies Baseball Player Accessories Set</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My First Babies Ballet Accessories Set</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My First Babies Football Player Accessories</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My First Babies Cheerleader Accessories</td></tr>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-56840701876260709782014-06-09T11:59:00.000-07:002014-06-09T11:59:14.017-07:00Traditional Granny Square Modified<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Traditional Granny Square</td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Californian FB","serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Traditional Granny Square Pattern<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Californian FB","serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><br /></span></b></div>
<span style="font-family: "Californian FB","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">This is a modification of a traditional Granny
Square pattern that will measure 6” and include a closed round of Single
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<span style="font-family: "Californian FB","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Many Charities I work with ask for a closed edge on the square so that it keeps an open-worked square from warping during the blanket assembly. This can be hard to accomplish if you do all Double Crochet for the pattern as it is traditionally written. I have created a slight modification of the square so that you can easily get a 6" square with a closed edge of SC on the last round & have a nice shaped square.</span><br />
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Ch 3 (Counts as 1<sup>st</sup> DC here and throughout), 2 DC, Ch 2, *3 DC, Ch
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Sl St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 3, 2 DC, Ch 2, 3
DC], Ch 1, *In next Ch 2 corner space [3 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, Repeat from *
twice more, Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (24 DC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sl St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 3, 2 DC, Ch 2, 3
DC], Ch 1, *In next Ch 1 space between clusters 3 DC, Ch 1, in next Ch 2 corner
space [3 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC], Ch 1, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to top of
beginning Ch 3 to join (36 DC)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sl St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 3, 2 DC, Ch 2, 3
DC], Ch 1, *In next Ch 1 space between clusters 3 DC, Ch 1, in next Ch 1 Space,
3 DC, Ch 1, in next Ch 2 corner space [3
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this round your square should measure approximately 5”. Measure your square to
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St into next 2 DC & into the Ch 2 corner space, [Ch 2 (Counts as 1<sup>st</sup>
HDC), 2 HDC, Ch 2, 3 HDC], Ch 1, *3 HDC in next Ch 1 space, Ch 1, 3 HDC in next
Ch 1 space, Ch 1, 3 HDC in next Ch 1 space, Ch 1, in next Ch 2 corner space [3
HDC, Ch 2, 3 HDC], Ch 1, Repeat from * twice more, Sl St to top of beginning Ch
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this round your square should measure approximately 5.5”. Measure your square
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Ch 1, SC in same St, SC in next 2 HDC, in Ch 2 corner space [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC],
SC in each HDC & in each Ch 1 space, in each Ch 2 corner space [2 SC, Ch 2,
2 SC], Repeat around, break off yarn & invisible join to 1<sup>st</sup> SC
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your ends to secure </span><a href="http://theperfectknotcrochetandmore.blogspot.com/2013/10/how-to-weave-in-your-ends-in-crochet.html"><span style="font-family: "Californian FB","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">http://theperfectknotcrochetandmore.blogspot.com/2013/10/how-to-weave-in-your-ends-in-crochet.html</span></a><span style="font-family: "Californian FB","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">
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<span style="font-family: "Californian FB","serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Congratulations! You have just completed a modified traditional granny square!</span></div>
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Copyright Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved.
All content & images in this pattern are protected under federal &
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own.</b> You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as your own unique
design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items you may sell.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-77227542155308086942014-05-28T11:48:00.001-07:002014-05-28T11:48:32.558-07:00Adding Character to your Amigurumi Eyes<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Eyes tutorial by The Perfect Knot</td></tr>
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About a week or two ago I posted this picture of this little elephant for a project I was working on.<br />
The response to his eyes & facial expression was overwhelming & I had people asking for a tutorial on how to do the eyes.<br />
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So I set out to work in trying to explain what I did. The easiest way for me to tell you is to "show you", so I have created a detailed photo tutorial for you to follow along with.<br />
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One of the easiest ways to add character to your Amigurumi, appliques or even your character type hats is to create a great expression and that generally starts with the eyes. If you can convey an emotion or expression through the eyes of your piece you will add a lot of character to your project.<br />
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So today we're going to create these whimsical looking happy eyes.<br />
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You will need to know basic embroidery skills and you will need either black & white yarn, embroidery floss or thread & a tapestry or sewing needle. I used yarn for the tutorial & a large eye tapestry needle.<br />
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Okay, let's get started!<br />
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One of the things you will want to do is to plot out on your piece where you want the placement of your eyes to go. Remember placing them too high or too low on your face will make them look awkward & not give you the intended expression you want. So what I usually do is to take a tape measure & space them evenly within the head of my piece closer to the top of the project where most people would have their eyes.<br />
Leave space below for a nose & mouth as you will want to generally add those too.<br />
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So next you need to decide on the shape of your eyes. In this case I went with an Oval shape. I would recommend you actually practice drawing this out on a piece of paper or other fabric before you apply it to your finished project. After all you don't want to have to cut & remove stitches from your actual piece if you don't like it. ;)<br />
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Next you are going to create sort of any imaginary line where you want your black part and your white part to stop. In most cases you want a tiny bit more black or colored part more than you would the white part, so I map my eyes so that the line for the colored iris would hit just above the center of the eye giving me more color that white.<br />
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So once you have your eye shape mapped out you will want to fill in where you want the black & white parts to go just so you can have an idea of what it will look like.<br />
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Now the next thing that you will want to do to give your eyes a little life & light to them is to decide on placement of a catch light. Real eyes reflect light so you can see where the light is coming from. If you add a small catch light to your eyes it will give them a little more life & depth & create a more realistic expression.<br />
So the way you do this is to decide where your light source would be in your project & to place the catch lights in the same position of each eye so it looks like you have a single light source hitting the eye. Just like if you were outside & the sun hit the eyes you would get this little sparkle in your eyes.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Choose your light source direction and choose placement<br />of the Catch Lights to give added depth an expression to<br />your eyes</td></tr>
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So in my case I decided that the light source would be above my little character on the right above him. So the catch lights would both go on the right side of his eyes kind of high up in the iris.<br />
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You will want to make your catch lights symmetrical in both the size & placement. You do not want to put one on one side & then the other on the opposite side or your character will look cross-eyed. You also do not want to put them dead center of the eye or your eyes will look blank and like little targets. Remember real eyes are curved in shape and light will bend around the curve of the eye.<br />
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Once you have your catch lights placed the next thing you will want to do is decide on the eyebrows of your character. If his eyebrows are up at an angle slightly or curved you will have a more realistic or happy expression & if they are straight across or coming down at an angle it can look like his brow is furrowed or he is angry.<br />
For this tutorial I went with the happy whimsical expression so I angled his eyebrows up just slightly.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Choosing the angle of your eyebrows will determine<br />if your character is happy, excited, angry or sad</td></tr>
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Okay so now that you have the idea of how you want your character's face to look and the expression in the eyes lets put all of that into practice and apply the eyes to the face.<br />
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Staring out with the black yarn and working from the bottom of the eye up, you are going to insert the needle from the back of the piece to the front horizontally to create a small horizontal stitch for the bottom of the eye. Usually going over about 1 stitches width in single crochet is enough.<br />
Insert your needle back into the fabric & wrap to the back of your piece.<br />
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<b>It is important not to pull your stitches too tightly or you will distort your eye.</b><br />
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For your next stitch you will come back up just a tiny bit over from the first stitch & then back down just a tiny bit over on the opposite side.<br />
You will be creating a series of graduated stitches to form the shape of the oval of the eye.<br />
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Make your first 3 or 4 stitches graduated so that the bottom of the eye widens up to the point you want it to go. Then when you get the width you want, you will stop widening your stitches & work your Iris so that your stitches are the same size until you reach the center of the eye.<br />
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After about 5 or 6 stitches you should start to see the bottom of your eye taking shape.<br />
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Once you get to your desired height & width of the bottom of the eye, then you will remove the needle from the black yarn (don't cut the yarn though, you will need it later) & attach your white yarn to start forming the top of your eye.<br />
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You will now attach the white yarn to the needle & working from the back of the piece to the front, insert your needle just above the place where your last black stitch came out.<br />
Take the needle across to the opposite side of the eye at the same width as the last black stitch & insert your needle from the front to the back & wrap the yarn back around.<br />
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You are going to be creating another series of graduated stitches with the white yarn but in reverse of what you did before. Your stitches will be getting smaller as you work up instead of bigger like they did when you were doing the black part. This will create the gradual oval shape you want for the eyes.<br />
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Keep your stitches the same width as the black stitches for about 3 or 4 stitches before you begin making your stitches smaller/shorter.<br />
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Once you get to your desired height on the eye you will begin making your stitches slightly shorter to create the curve of the oval shape for the eye.<br />
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Once you finish the shape of the eye you want, you are going to add your catch lights. Working UNDER the stitches in the back, you are going to weave your needle through the yarn at the back of the piece & exit the needle into the black part of the Iris on the front of your piece. Remember where you decided to place the catch lights for your light source & exit your needle at that approximate position. In my case this was to the right side of my black part & higher up in the eye.<br />
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You will come up over the top of one strand of the black yarn and insert your needle back down into the fabric. Don't pull too tightly or you will bury the yarn into the other strands of the darker yarn.<br />
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At this point you are finished working with the white yarn & you can fasten it off securely by weaving in the yarn to the back of your eye.<br />
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Now you are going to Reattach the black yarn from where you made the Iris. (You can also do this part with a colored yarn if you like to add some color to your eye.) Once again working from the back to the front, insert your needle at the dividing line of the eye where the white & black meet. Bring the needle up through the fabric and take your yarn across to the opposite side of the eye & enter the fabric from the front to the back. This stitch will help to hide the dividing line of the eye & even it up.<br />
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Now you are going to make the eyebrows. You will insert your needle about one row above the corner of the eye from the back to the front of your piece and working at an angle you will insert your needle back into the fabric from the front to the back. Usually about one or two stitches is sufficient for the length of your stitch.<br />
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To make your second eye you will start at the bottom of your first eye and count over the even number of stitches you selected for your placement of the eyes. In my case it was starting 4 stitches over from the 1st eye.<br />
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You will want to start your second eye on the same row as you did your first eye, so line up the bottom of the first eye with your tape measure or ruler and then count over from there.<br />
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Insert the needle from back to front & repeat as before working graduated shorter stitches to larger stitches, and then the same sized stitches until you build up your Iris to be the same size as your other eye.<br />
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Once you finish with the Iris, again, do not cut the yarn as you will need it for your center stitch later, and reattach the white yarn to build up the white of the eye.<br />
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One you complete the second white part of the eye, you will again add your catch light to the eye. Weave your needle UNDER the yarn to the back and exit the needle again to the right side higher in the black part for the second catch light. Come down over only one strand of the yarn and insert the needle back into the piece from the front to the back.<br />
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Fasten off the white yarn & reattach the black yarn to come back across for your dividing line stitch to even up the two parts of the eye.<br />
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Next you will make the second eyebrow. With the black yarn, exit the fabric from the back to the front about one row up from the corner of the eye at an angle to make the second stitch for the eyebrow.<br />
Insert needle back into fabric from front to back. Again, one to two stitches is more than enough for the eyebrow's length.<br />
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Fasten off the black yarn & weave in your ends to the back of the piece.<br />
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After finishing both eyes your piece should look something like this.<br />
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Now to finish your expression you can add your smile or mouth of choice and you are all finished.<br />
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Reattach the black yarn lower on the face maybe 2 or 3 rows below the eyes to create the smile or mouth.<br />
Work from the back to the front of the piece to create the mouth.<br />
I gave my little character a cute little upturned smile using 2 angled long stitches and two shorter ones for the corners of the mouth.<br />
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Once you have created the expression you want, secure your yarn to the back of your piece & weave in your ends. Ta-Da! You're finished and now you have a cute little character face with lots of personality!<br />
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I hope you have enjoyed this tutorial and that you will find it useful in your future projects. Thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
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Recently I contributed to a project for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JointheLove.page" target="_blank">The Join The Love Ministry</a> where the theme of the blanket was "Fight like a Girl". Boxing gloves were requested as part of the theme & I couldn't find any, so I decided to make my own & share with all of you.<br />
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These little boxing gloves are dedicated in honor of this special young lady's fight, memory & to honor the life she lived. I pray it will be used as a symbol for all those in the fight to beat & cure Cancer & other diseases both childhood & adult.<br />
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Never give up & always Fight the Good Fight in hopes that someday there will be a cure!<br />
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Thank you for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!<br />
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The Perfect Knot<br />
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along side of glove, SC 5 times to wrist, Sl St 3 times to bottom of glove (5
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embroider a bow at the top of the glove off to one side using a 2 loop Sts
& secure in the center with a small tack St<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Tie both the chain pieces at the top of the gloves together
& use the remaining yarn to stitch your applique to your project using a top
stitching weaving method through the Ch & then Top Stitch around each glove
to your project.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">© Copyright Michelle R.
Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. All content &
images in this pattern are protected under federal & international
copyright laws. This is my original pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your
own.</b> You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as your own unique
design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items you may
sell. </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</span></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-89540584565085068562014-05-01T10:33:00.000-07:002014-05-05T16:50:01.864-07:00Small Crochet Hair Bow Accessory By The Perfect Knot<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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By The Perfect Knot<br />
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Every girl needs her accessories!</div>
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Whip up these pretty little hair bows in about 10 minutes for the perfect little accessory to all your little girl’s favorite outfits!</div>
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The possibilities are endless & they are so much fun to make!</div>
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Enjoy your new pattern & Happy Creating!</div>
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Michelle K.<br />
The Perfect Knot</div>
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This is a beginner level pattern written in US Crochet Terms.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Size G or 4.00mm Crochet Hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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Small amount of worsted weight yarn<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tapestry Needle<o:p></o:p></div>
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Alligator clip or other type of barrette<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ch – Chain<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Row 1: </span></b><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Ch
13, work 1 HDC into the 3<sup>rd</sup> Ch from the hook & 1 HDC into each
stitch across. (11 HDC)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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2 & turn, working into the <b>Bk Lps
ONLY</b>, Work 1 HDC into each stitch across. (11 HDC) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: large;">On the last Row
after the last stitch, Ch 1 & turn & Sl St into the next 6 stitches. Ch
1, Fasten off & leave a long tail for sewing (Approximately 24 – 36 inches
depending on how many wraps you want to do on your bow). Gather Bow from top to
bottom & using the yarn tail wrap it around the bow several times to make
the center of the bow.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: large;">Using the
Tapestry needle, secure the bow with the yarn by weaving the yarn tail through
the back of the yarn wraps. Using the tapestry needle attach it to your clip or
barrette, weave in ends & finish off.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">© </span>Copyright Michelle
R. Kovach 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. This is my original pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Sell or
Claim as your own.</b> You may sell items made from this pattern, but please Do
<b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as your own
unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for any items
you may sell. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lucky Shamrocks Applique by The Perfect Knot</td></tr>
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It’s your Lucky Day!</div>
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These cute little shamrocks can be made using ANY thread or yarn & ANY hook size!</div>
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Perfect for embellishing your St. Patrick’s Day projects or just for whenever you need a little extra Luck in your day!</div>
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You can use them as appliques, for hair accessories, pins, brooches, or anything you can think of! They are cute, fun, FAST & easy & you can make on in about 5-10 minutes!</div>
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Share the luck & the love & enjoy this free pattern!</div>
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Michelle K <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />The Perfect Knot</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Three and Four Leaf Shamrocks<br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shamrocks made with different size threads & yarns <br />& various hooks<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></td></tr>
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Begin with a Mgc Rng & working into the ring, *[Ch 4
(counts as 1<sup>st</sup> Trbl), 2 Trbl, 1 DC, 2 Trbl, Ch 4, Sl St back into
the Ring], *Repeat twice for a 3 leaf Shamrock & 3 times for a 4 leaf
Shamrock, after last Sl St, pull the yarn tail to close but do not close it all
the way, leave a little room to work back into the ring, Ch 7, SC into the 2<sup>nd</sup>
Ch from the hook & into each remaining Ch (6 SC), Sl St back into ring,
pull yarn tail closed, Ch 1 & fasten off.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Using the tapestry needle weave in all your ends & clip
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">© </span>Copyright Michelle
R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. This is my original
pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce,
Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may sell items made from this pattern, but
please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as
your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for
any items you may sell. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-7681732034807613352014-05-01T10:18:00.000-07:002014-05-01T10:18:54.539-07:00Six-Pence Flowers Applique Pattern By The Perfect Knot<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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These cute little 6 petal flowers are a great little accessory to your favorite projects!</div>
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Add them to anything you like & they can be created in any thread or yarn size using any size hook you choose!</div>
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Have fun & enjoy your new pattern!</div>
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Thank you for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet & More!</div>
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Michelle K <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />The Perfect Knot</div>
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Flower Applique <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">This is an intermediate level pattern written in US Crochet
Terms.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">© </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Copyright
Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. This is my original
pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce,
Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may sell items made from this pattern, but
please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as
your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for
any items you may sell. </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</span></a><o:p></o:p></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01960735965990966267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3868828185772922771.post-90620242896028699362014-05-01T09:59:00.000-07:002014-05-01T09:59:03.777-07:00Pretty Flowers Applique Pattern By The Perfect Knot<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Ready for Spring? <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />These quick & pretty little flowers can help you get there!</div>
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Perfect for adding a pop of color or a cute little embellishment to your favorite projects!</div>
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They literally work up in less than 5 mins & can be made using any thread or yarn & any hook size you choose!</div>
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Add them to all your spring time projects & have a blast creating your own springtime fun. :)</div>
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Enjoy your new pattern & thank you for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!</div>
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Michelle K <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />The Perfect Knot</div>
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Mgc Rng – Magic Ring<o:p></o:p></div>
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Begin with a Mgc Rng, *Ch 3, 4 Trbl, Ch 3, Sl St back into
ring, Repeat from * 4 more times, for a total of 5 petals, pull thread or yarn
tail to close, Ch 1 & fasten off.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Weave in your ends using the tapestry needle to secure &
cut excess thread or yarn.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">© </span><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Copyright Michelle R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014.
All rights reserved. This is my original pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may
sell items made from this pattern, but please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to
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This pretty little pendant can be done in any thread size you choose. <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />Create a quick & easy gift or the perfect accessory to your favorite outfit in just about 15 mins! Makes a great last minute gift item!</div>
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Size 1.75mm Crochet Hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Start: </b>Ch 7 &
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<b>Round 1: </b>Ch 3
(Counts as 1<sup>st</sup> DC here & throughout), 4 DC into the ring, *Ch 3,
5 DC, into the ring *Repeat once more & Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to
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<b>Round 2: </b>Ch 3, 1
DC into each of the next 4 Sts, *in Ch 3 space [3 DC, Ch 3, 3 DC] (Point made),
1 DC into each of the next 5 Sts, * Repeat once more & Sl St to top of
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<b>Round 3: </b>Ch 1, 1 SC
into the same St as joining, 1 SC each St to the Ch 3 point space, *in Ch 3
point space [2 SC, Ch 2, 2 SC] (Point made), 1 SC into the next 12 Sts, *Repeat
around ending with 1 SC into each of the remaining Sts, Sl St to 1<sup>st</sup>
SC to join, Ch 1 & fasten off (45 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Add jump ring to pendant using needle nose pliers into any
Ch 2 point space. Cut Cording to desired length, attach cord caps with pliers,
attach jump rings to end caps & clasp. Close all rings with pliers &
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pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce,
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please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as
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Sharing the Love! <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />These cute little hearts can be made in any yarn or thread & with any hook size you choose. <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />Add them to your favorite projects for a cute little loving embellishment!</div>
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<b>Row 1: </b>Ch 5, SC
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Working along the side of the heart, Ch 1, 5 DC into the 3<sup>rd</sup>
row along side, Sl St into point of square where your 1<sup>st</sup> St was, Ch
2, working along next side, Skip one St, 5 DC into the next St, Skip next St,
Sl St into next point of corner, Sl St evenly down the side of the heart into
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pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce,
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please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as
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Hold your head high & wear your crown!</div>
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Everyone should feel like royalty & have a day to be a princess or a prince!</div>
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This cute crown can be made in any size from newborn to adult & is a great accessory for child’s pretend play, birthday parties or as a photo prop!</div>
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They work up really quickly & are a lot of fun to make!</div>
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Have fun with your new pattern & thank you for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet & More!</div>
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Michelle K <br style="font-size: 1em; line-height: 1em;" />The Perfect Knot</div>
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This is an Intermediate level pattern written in US Crochet
Terms.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Size 5.0mm Crochet hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tapestry Needle<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ch – Chain<o:p></o:p></div>
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DC – Double Crochet<o:p></o:p></div>
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Picot – Chain 3, Slip Stitch back into top of Stitch to
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Sts – Stitches<o:p></o:p></div>
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* – Repeat instructions between *’s<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Gauge: 4 Stitches per
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<b> 2 Rounds in height = 1.25”<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b><span style="background: yellow; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-highlight: yellow;">NOTE:</span></b> Pattern is a
Multiple of 6 & can be adjusted to fit any head. I did 72 for an adult
female’s size for a 21” circumference & 60 for a child/toddler size at
about an 18” circumference.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Use your tape measure to determine your head circumference
from the center of the forehead around for a proper fit & adjust your
stitches to the closest inch in a multiple of 6 to begin.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 1: (Leave a
longer tail for sewing.) </b>Begin with a Ch 4 (counts as 1<sup>st</sup>
FDC), FDC in a multiple of 6 to fit around your head, Sl St to top of beginning
Ch 4 to join<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 2:</b> Ch 3 (Counts as 1<sup>st</sup>
DC here & throughout), 1 DC in each St around, Sl St to top of beginning Ch
3 to join<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 3:</b> Ch 3, *Sk 2 Sts, in next St
[3 DC, Picot, 2 DC], Sk 2 Sts, 1 DC in next St, Repeat from * around, Sl St to
top of Ch 3 to join. Using the tapestry needle, weave in your ends & sew up
the little V at the bottom of your FDC round where you started.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Meet Campfire! He’s a sweet little Marshmallow who just wants to play!</div>
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Make one for your little one or make a whole bunch & have a Marshmallow fight with your friends & family!</div>
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He’s just too cute not to play with & smile at!</div>
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Size 3.75mm Crochet hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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White Worsted Weight Yarn<o:p></o:p></div>
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6mm Black Safety Eyes<o:p></o:p></div>
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Bright Pink Fabric Dye or Pigment or Pure Pigment Blush<o:p></o:p></div>
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Q-Tip or other Applicator<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tapestry Needle<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sewing Needle<o:p></o:p></div>
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Stitch Marker<o:p></o:p></div>
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Polyfil Fiber Stuffing<o:p></o:p></div>
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Scissors<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ch – Chain<o:p></o:p></div>
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Mgc Rng – Magic Ring<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>CAMPFIRE THE MINI
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<b>Round 1:</b> Begin
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Round 14 Sl St into the next St & pull up a long loop & remove hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>MOUTH & EYES<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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With black thread Embroider Mouth Detail using a running
stitch in a bow shape centered over Rounds 8 & 9. Weave in ends at back of
piece to secure.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Attach Safety Eyes in Round 11 starting spaced 2 Sts over
from the end of the mouth, Sk 4 Sts & attach 2<sup>nd</sup> Eye in same
Round. Reattach hook & continue on to Round 15<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 15: Working in
the Back Loops Only of each St, </b>*1 SC into the next 2 Sts, SC2Tog, Repeat
from * around (18 SC) <b><span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;">Stuff your piece here. (Be
careful not to over stuff your piece as you want it to maintain the cylindrical
shape.)</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Round 16: Working in
Both Loops of each St, </b>*1 SC into the next St, SC2Tog, Repeat from * around
(12 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 17:</b>
*SC2Tog, Repeat around, (6 SC), Sl St into the next St, Ch 1 & Fasten off
leaving a longer tail for sewing, Stitch top closed & weave in your yarn
tail to secure & cut excess yarn.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>CHEEKS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Apply Cheek pigment of choice to cheek area under eye &
to the sides of mouth on both sides. Let dry completely before allowing
children to play with toy.<o:p></o:p></div>
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pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce,
Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may sell items made from this pattern, but
please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as
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This is just a cute little toy for your kids or your pets to play with.</div>
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Nothing too shocking, just a little soft lightning stuffie to play with.</div>
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Make one or make a bunch & create your own little Storm of fun!</div>
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Pattern works up in about 30-45 minutes & can be played with for all ages.</div>
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Thanks for Stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!</div>
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<b>Materials Needed:<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Size 4.0mm Crochet Hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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Size 4 Worsted Weight Yarn<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tapestry Needle<o:p></o:p></div>
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Scissors<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Stitch Legend:<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Ch – Chain<o:p></o:p></div>
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SC2Tog – Single Crochet invisible decrease<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>LIGHTNING BOLT - MAKE
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<b>Row 1: </b>Ch 8, 1 SC in 2<sup>nd</sup> Ch from hook & into
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<b>Rows 2 – 5: </b>Ch 1 & turn, 1 SC into each St across (7 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Row 6: </b>Ch 5, 1 SC in 2<sup>nd</sup> Ch from hook & into
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<b>Rows 7 – 9:</b> Ch 1 & turn, 1 SC into each St across (11
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<b>Rows 10 - 13:</b> Ch 1 & turn, 1 SC into the next 7 Sts (7
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<b>Rows 15 - 16:</b> Ch 1 & turn, 1 SC into each St across (7
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<b>Row 17:</b> Ch 1 & turn, Sl St into the next 4 Sts, 1 SC
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<b>Row 18:</b> Ch 1 & turn, 1 SC into the next 3 Sts, (3 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Row 20: </b>Ch 1 & turn, SC2Tog (1 SC), Ch 1 & Fasten
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<b><span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;">DO NOT FASTEN OFF
SECOND PIECE & leave a longer tail for sewing,</span> </b>match pieces
together after completing second piece & stitch piece up & stuff before
stitching completely closed. Weave in remaining ends & cut excess yarn.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Georgia;">© </span>Copyright Michelle
R. Kovach/The Perfect Knot 2012 - 2014. All rights reserved. This is my original
pattern. <b>Do Not Copy, Modify, Reproduce,
Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may sell items made from this pattern, but
please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as
your own unique design. Please refer back to me as the original designer for
any items you may sell. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</a><b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mad Pig Amigurumi by The Perfect Knot</td></tr>
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Meet the Mad Pig!</div>
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My little nephew came to visit & asked me to create him a Mad Pig since he’s a bit obsessed with this game. :)</div>
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He said he needed to be “green, have little eyes, the mad smirk & a crown”. So of course being the Auntie who loves this little guy, I had to oblige him & make him the Mad Pig. ;)</div>
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I hope you will enjoy making your own Mad Pig too!</div>
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Thanks for stopping by The Perfect Knot Crochet and More!</div>
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This is an Intermediate level pattern written in US Crochet
terms.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Materials needed:</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Size 4.0mm Crochet hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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Green, White, Black & Yellow Size 4 Worsted Weight Yarn<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tapestry needle<o:p></o:p></div>
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Stitch Marker<o:p></o:p></div>
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6.0mm Safety Eyes (2)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Stitch Legend:</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Ch – Chain<o:p></o:p></div>
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Mgc Rng – Magic Ring<o:p></o:p></div>
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SC – Single Crochet<o:p></o:p></div>
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HDC – Half Double Crochet<o:p></o:p></div>
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DC – Double Crochet<o:p></o:p></div>
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SC2Tog – Single Crochet Decrease<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sl St – Slip Stitch<o:p></o:p></div>
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St – Stitch<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sts – Stitches<o:p></o:p></div>
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* – Repeat from * <o:p></o:p></div>
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FO – Fasten Off<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>TUTORIAL<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>If you need help with
top-stitching, you can find this tutorial on my blog.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<a href="http://theperfectknotcrochetandmore.blogspot.com/2013/08/top-stitching-photo-tutorial-and-goggle.html">http://theperfectknotcrochetandmore.blogspot.com/2013/08/top-stitching-photo-tutorial-and-goggle.html</a><b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>EYES – Make 2<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Round 1: </b> With White yarn & a Mgc Rng, Ch 2 (counts
as 1<sup>st</sup> HDC), 7 HDC into ring, pull yarn tail to close, Sl St to 1<sup>st</sup>
HDC to join (8 HDC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 2:</b> Ch 1, 1
SC into each St around, Sl St to 1<sup>st</sup> SC to join, Ch 1 & FO
leaving a longer tail for sewing (8 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Weave in your beginning yarn tails & set aside for
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<b>PIG HEAD <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b><span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;">NOTE – Pig head is worked in a
spiral & not joined. Attach Stitch Marker into last St of each round &
continue to next round.</span> Use the beginning start of the Pig head as the
top & stitch on your parts with the beginning Mgc Rng oriented at the top
of the piece.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Round 1:</b> Begin
with Green yarn & a Mgc Rng, 6 SC into ring, pull yarn tail to close, (6
SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 2:</b> *2 SC
into each St around (12 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 3:</b> *1 SC
into next St, 2 SC in next St, Repeat around (18 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 4: </b>*1 SC
into the next 2 Sts, 2 SC in next St, Repeat around (24 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 5:</b> *1 SC
into next 3 Sts, 2 SC into next St, Repeat around (30 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 6:</b> *1 SC
into next 4 Sts, 2 SC into next St, Repeat around (36 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Rounds 7 – 11:</b> 1
SC into each St around (36 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 12:</b> *1 SC
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<b>Round 13: </b>1 SC
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<b>Round 14</b>*1 SC
into next 3 Sts, SC2Tog into next St, Repeat around (24 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 15: </b>1 SC
into each St around (24 SC)<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Round 16: </b>*1 SC
into next 2 Sts, SC2Tog into next St, Repeat around, pull up a long loop &
remove hook, continue to Snout piece (18 SC) <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>SNOUT – Make 1<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Round 1:</b> Begin
with Green Yarn & a Mgc Rng, Ch 3, 15 DC into ring, pull yarn tail to close
& Sl St to top of beginning Ch 3 to join (16 DC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Round 2: </b>Sl St
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Ch 1, 1 SC into the same St, 1 SC into each St around, Sl St to 1<sup>st</sup>
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<b>Round 3:</b> Working
through both loops of the St, Ch 1, 1 SC into same St, 1 SC into each St
around, Sl St to 1<sup>st</sup> SC to join, Ch 1 & FO leaving a longer tail
for sewing. (16 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>NOSTRILS <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Using Black yarn, embroider 2 vertical stitches in the
center of the nose for nostril detail using 4 wraps of the stitch. Weave in
starting yarn tails & embroidery yarn to the inside of the Snout.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Top Stitch 1<sup>St</sup>
Eye to the side of the head & insert Safety eye into Eye. </b>Weave in your
ends at the back side of the head & cut excess yarn.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Stuff Snout with a small amount of Polyfil & attach
snout to center of Pig Head, rotate the snout so that the nostrils have one
slightly higher than the other & using a top whip stitching method only
catching the top loops of the Stitches next to the 1<sup>st</sup> Eye. Weave in
your ends at the back side of the head & cut excess yarn.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Top Stitch 2<sup>nd</sup>
Eye to the side of the head & insert Safety eye into Eye. </b>Weave in your
ends at the back side of the head & cut excess yarn.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>MOUTH DETAIL<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Using Black yarn embroider a sort of crooked smirk of a
smile to the side & just below the Snout. Weave in ends to the inside of
the head.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;">Reattach hook to Pig Head &
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<b>Round 17: </b>*1 SC
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<b>Round 18: </b>*SC2Tog,
Repeat around, Sl St into next St, Ch 1 & FO leaving a longer tail for
sewing, Stitch closed using the tapestry needle & weave in all ends. (6 SC)<o:p></o:p></div>
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bottom of each into a “C” shape & stitch the two sides at the bottom
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Meet the Hissy Snake!</div>
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This little guy came about because my niece came for a visit & asked me to make her a “Wainbowed Snake, wif a tongue & eyes. This long<br />
--------------“, as she held out her little hands to show me just exactly how long he should be.</div>
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How could I say no to such cuteness? She is a sweet little 4 year old after all who loves her auntie & who’s auntie loves her. ;)</div>
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And so the Hissy Snake was born & when she got him, she was Thrilled to pieces & was loving on him & twirling him around & playing with him the whole time. :) Made this auntie happy just to see it.</div>
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I hope you & all your little snake lovers will enjoy making him too.</div>
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Size 4.0mm Crochet Hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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Worsted Weight Yarn in 2 colors<o:p></o:p></div>
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6.0mm Safety Eyes<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>HISSY THE SNAKE<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Add a small amount of
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Remember not to over stuff the piece as you want it to still remain flexible
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Using the Tapestry needle, stitch the end of the snake
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Weave in your beginning yarn tail & stitch the tongue to
the front of the snake’s head where the tongue should be. Weave in all ends to
secure & cut excess yarn.<o:p></o:p></div>
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& images in this pattern are protected under international copyright laws.
This is my original pattern. <b>Do Not
Copy, Modify, Reproduce, Redistribute, Sell or Claim as your own.</b> You may
sell items made from this pattern, but please Do <b><u>NOT</u></b> claim it as your own unique design. Please refer back to
me as the original designer for any items you may sell. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet">http://www.facebook.com/ThePerfectKnotCrochet</a><b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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