 | WOW! It has been SO long since I've posted a free pattern here, I MAY have forgotten how to do it! Time for me to get back in the swing of things, right? I figured I'd start out with something super simple, and super cute...I've been playing around with these guys for a while, so I want to share my sweet little Stars and Sprites with you! If you have any craft markets coming up, they may be just the perfect addition to your lineup~They work up SERIOUSLY fast! Follow me for the free pattern~ |
| Stars and Sprites Crochet Pattern Materials Used: Leftover bits of worsted weight yarn, in your choice of colors, and a few yards of plush yarn in black. Size F/5 (3.5mm) hook for worsted weight yarn Size H/8 (5.00mm) for plush yarn Small amount of stuffing Two size 8mm safety eyes Yarn needle Size/Gauge: Gauge is not important to this project. Finished models measure approximately 1.5” across for Stars, and 3” for Sprites. Stitches Used/Abbreviations: Ch-chain Rnd-round Sc-single crochet Sc2tog-single crochet two stitches together Hdc-half double crochet Dc-double crochet Sl st-slip stitch |  |
A quick note~I used Premier Yarns Just Chenille for my Sprite. It is soft and squishy, and so easy to work with! You could very easily substitute a fun fur or eyelash yarn, for a fluffier effect.
For my Stars, I used the new Premier Minikins yarn~If you love cotton, go get some of this! It's so soft, with amazing drape for a cotton yarn...it is also rated a weight 2, so it's the perfect contrast to the chenille yarn!
This is not a paid endorsement, by the way...I purchased all my own yarn, and really do love it~lol
Anyway~On to the patterns!
For my Stars, I used the new Premier Minikins yarn~If you love cotton, go get some of this! It's so soft, with amazing drape for a cotton yarn...it is also rated a weight 2, so it's the perfect contrast to the chenille yarn!
This is not a paid endorsement, by the way...I purchased all my own yarn, and really do love it~lol
Anyway~On to the patterns!
Instructions:
Star: (Make 2)
Rnd 1: ch 2. Work 10 hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Join. (10 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1. *Work {1hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc} all in next st. Sl st in next st*. Repeat (*) around. (5 points) Fasten off.
Place 2 finished Stars back to back and stitch through both layers around entire outer edge, working one sc in each hdc st, 2 sc in each dc st, and one sl st in each sl st. Stuff lightly before closing, if desired.
Star: (Make 2)
Rnd 1: ch 2. Work 10 hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Join. (10 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1. *Work {1hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc} all in next st. Sl st in next st*. Repeat (*) around. (5 points) Fasten off.
Place 2 finished Stars back to back and stitch through both layers around entire outer edge, working one sc in each hdc st, 2 sc in each dc st, and one sl st in each sl st. Stuff lightly before closing, if desired.
Sprite: (Use fun fur, eyelash, or plush yarn. Stuff as you go)
Rnd 1: ch 2. Work 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join. (8 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1. Work 2 sc in each st around. Join. (16 sts)
Rnd 3: ch 1. *Sc in next st. Work 2sc in next st*. Repeat (*) around. Join. (24 sts)
Rnds 4-6: ch 1. Sc in each st around. Join. (24 sts)
Rnd 7: ch 1. *Sc in next st. Sc2tog*. Repeat (*) around. Join. (16 sts)
Rnd 8: ch 1. Sc2tog, 8 times. Join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for weaving. Weave tail through final sts and pull tight to close.
Eyes: (Make 2, using worsted weight, or lighter yarn)
Ch 2. Work {3 sc, 3 hdc, 3 sc} all in 2nd ch from hook. Join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Place a safety eye into the center of each eye, before sewing eye in desired positions on face.
Rnd 1: ch 2. Work 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join. (8 sts)
Rnd 2: ch 1. Work 2 sc in each st around. Join. (16 sts)
Rnd 3: ch 1. *Sc in next st. Work 2sc in next st*. Repeat (*) around. Join. (24 sts)
Rnds 4-6: ch 1. Sc in each st around. Join. (24 sts)
Rnd 7: ch 1. *Sc in next st. Sc2tog*. Repeat (*) around. Join. (16 sts)
Rnd 8: ch 1. Sc2tog, 8 times. Join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for weaving. Weave tail through final sts and pull tight to close.
Eyes: (Make 2, using worsted weight, or lighter yarn)
Ch 2. Work {3 sc, 3 hdc, 3 sc} all in 2nd ch from hook. Join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Place a safety eye into the center of each eye, before sewing eye in desired positions on face.
If desired, use some contrasting colors of scrap yarn to stitch on little splashes of color here and there on your Sprite. Once your Stars and Sprites are complete, you can add hanging loops, or keychain hardware, to make adorable little ornaments, keychains, or backpack buddies!
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