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Do you have a Disney fan in your life who would love to have a collection of their lovely Princesses?  If so, you might want to check out Cuddleup-creations.com to see all their patterns including this one of the Disney Princesses.

Their patterns are not free, but the intricacy and the vast selection of charted designs will have you dizzy with possibilities!  To be clear, I have not personally used any of their designs.  Right now, I have a huge WIM list and a very long crochet To-Do List.  But, I’m definitely bookmarking the site that offers such a diverse collection of patterns.

Here are a few others of the many designs they offer.  They also sell yarn and crochet hooks.  And the graphs range from easy ones like the soccer ball to much more intricate designs.

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I think by now, you get the picture!  If you are in the market for a charted (graphed) crochet design, this site is certainly worth checking out.

Comments

  1. I have seen many charts, such as these, and not to be offending, I call it Computer cheating. NUTHIN beats Good Ol’Fashion hand drawn on graph paper like I still do… Smile!

  2. While these charts are wonderful, most are copyrighted and trademarked, so therefore, not a good idea. 1 belongs to Disney and the fairy belongs to HeavenandEarthDesigns. Not good

  3. georgerupert, You have a lot of nerve calling someone out on copyright infringement since you are the one that posted my Rings of Change pattern on trulydiy. Karma will find you in the end and it will be well earned..

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Crochet Christmas Dove Ornaments With a Printable Gift Poem

There is something especially lovely about a handmade gift that comes with a few thoughtful words. These crochet Christmas birds pair a folded yarn ornament with a decorative poem card, turning a little crochet project into a keepsake.

The design has a rounded head, a tiny embroidered eye and beak, and a forked tail. A broad overlapping section forms the wing, giving the bird that folded, origami-inspired appearance. It is a simple-looking shape with plenty of handmade charm.

A Crochet Bird That Doubles as a Gift Topper

What appeals to me most is the idea of using the bird twice. Tie it onto a wrapped present as a gift topper, then let the recipient hang it on their Christmas tree afterwards. The wrapping gets recycled, the ribbon goes into somebody’s “far too useful to throw away” drawer, and the bird becomes part of next year’s decorations.

Cream would be a lovely choice for a Christmas dove, while cranberry red, sage green and dusty blue offer a different seasonal look. Keeping the wing plain lets the crochet texture and folded layers stand out.

For a personalised crochet gift tag, an embroidered initial is a sweet addition. One small letter gives the ornament a purpose without needing to squeeze an entire name onto the wing.

The Printable Christmas Dove Card

The accompanying printable brings the gift together. Watercolour-style holly, evergreen branches, berries and gold accents frame the card, with space above the poem for attaching the crocheted bird.

The original Christmas poem shares wishes for peace, joy and love, then invites the recipient to hang the dove on their tree. There is also a “With love from” line, so the finished card feels like a complete little present.

I would print it on firm cardstock and attach the bird with a removable thread or ribbon loop. That way, the recipient can lift it off the card easily when it is time to decorate the tree.

It is a thoughtful Christmas gift concept, especially for crafters who enjoy making small decorations with a personal touch. The bird and poem card belong together: a little handmade ornament, a Christmas wish, and something to bring out again next December.