The perfect frame finally materialized, and so did the perfect recipient. Remaining one of my favorite crochet ideas, the giant wall doiley is finally framed, and on the wall at my grandma’s - the perfect Christmas present. I’m very happy with it - and it looks much better than when covered with pushpins, as pictured in the earlier post. I’m not generally one to repeat a pattern, but this is just too fun to remain a one-time creation!
So along with crochet ornaments, crochet bookmarks were my presents this season. It was stimulated by my rekindled interest in the Ken Follett novel, “The Pillars of the Earth.” I read it years ago, and felt it was time for a revisit, given that he just wrote a sequel. If you haven’t read it, I highly recommend it. It chronicles the building of a cathedral in 12th century England. Little romance, little violence, lots of architecture. The sequel is equally good as well. But be prepared for a bit of time commitment - both books are on the larger side, hence the need for good bookmarks! I made 2 different types, and here they are:
This version was a complicated pattern, and I didn’t end up following it exacty, but it was a good starting point. If you follow the pattern, I didn’t do the final round, as I felt it was already large enough. I made mine with size 3 crochet thread and a tiny little hook.
Pattern from: Crochet Pattern Central
And the second, and more beloved version, is the “crochet book thong,” as the creator calls it. Made with size 3 crochet thread, a large bead, and three smaller beads, these make quick, elegant gifts.
Pattern from: Crochet Book Thong
Make one up and pick up that great book - the perfect combination!
So this post is a month too late - whoops. But this past Christmas these were my go-to presents - crochet ornaments! I looked all over the web and could only find knitting patterns for ornaments. I love to knit, but when looking for something quick, crochet is the way to go for me. Instead I improvised and made up my own pattern, and have it to share with you.
I used 1-1/2 inch styrofoam balls, covering them with a crochet ball of sorts. The ball is made with Sassy Stripes (a sock-weight yarn) and sparkly Size 3 crochet thread. The crochet piece is made almost to completion, then the ball inserted, and the rest of the piece crocheted closed around the ball. Attach a loop at the end, and hang it up. Simple! Below is the pattern, my first real one. Enjoy! And please contact with any corrections, but I hope the pattern makes sense.