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crochet rose

http://www.mazkwok.com/2012/12/free-crochet-pattern-blooming-rose.html

This cute rose is created a bit differently from most patterns I’ve seen.  Check it out for yourself.  It’s a snap to work up and would make such a nice brooch.  This is just an example of one of many free patterns available at the site created by crochet artist Maz Kwok.  There are a lot of small goodies here.

Looking for more Unicorn themed Crochet projects? Check these out on Etsy.

crochet jellyfish cat toy

http://www.mazkwok.com/p/my-free-patterns.html

This cute Jellyfish Cat Toy is so colorful and cute.

crochet unicorn amigurumi

http://www.mazkwok.com/2012/09/free-amigurumi-pattern-unicorn.html

Maz also offers a number of cute amigurumi patterns for us.  I find this unicorn to be especially cute.  There are plenty of others, including some of those angry feathered friends.

Maz has plenty of other goodies for you, including crocheted hats and some other craft projects.  I’ll be checking back to see what develops on her blog.  I’m expecting more cuteness from her!

 

Comments

  1. Hello I hope that you can help me. I see on Pinterest, your web site has a picture of a white crocheted pocket on a light blue garment. I have looked all over your web site for the pattern and cannot find it. Can you please tell me where I can find it or where I can purchase the pattern for the pocket? Any help you can give me will be appreciated. Thank you for your time.

    Karen Rudnicki
    [email protected]

  2. Karen,
    There is no specific pattern available for that specific design. The idea is to crochet a motif or cut one off an older garment and sew (or glue) it on to a new garment. Sorry I can’t be of more help.
    jd

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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.