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Five Easter / Spring crochet patterns to make and gift…

Published on March 1, 2024 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

Spring is upon us, although I’m bracing for the Spring showers, which seem to have started early here! Whether you’re looking for a quick Easter make, for that last minute gift or Easter basket filler, I’ve got some patterns to tempt you…and most of them are FREE… Hurrah!

Spring Bunny Lovey – FREE crochet pattern

How about this as a sweet Easter basket filler for baby. Using Oeko Tex standard 100 approved 100% cotton in a 4ply; these lovey’s are soft to snuggle and safe to chew on…and are sure to become baby’s best friend.

Floppy Bunny Ears – FREE crochet pattern

Make these sweet bunny ears to add to hats or headbands. Either way, this pattern is sure to add a bit of bunny magic this Spring.

Face scrubbies and Face cloth crochet pattern

This luxurious set of reusable soft textured facecloths and squishy scrubbies would make the perfect Easter gift for baby, Mom’s-to-be, or just that special girl in your life. They are quick and easy to make, so are perfect to add that handmade touch to gift baskets.

Angelece Blanket – FREE crochet pattern

Why not hook this beautiful baby blanket, ideal for the spring / summer. A beginner’s introduction to filet crochet, the pattern is free and gives instructions on how to size up for a bigger blanket too!

Grandma Dot Tea Cosy – FREE crochet pattern

The simplicity and sweetness of this beautiful Spring tea cosy, makes it quick to make. Suitable for a beginner with a little experience of working in the round, this tea cosy is sure to keep your Easter cup of tea as warm as your freshly toasted hot cross bun!

Don’t forget to pop over to my socials to say hi…I would love to see what’s on your hook. @yarnyrobin

Happy Hooking!

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Flash sale on all patterns

Published on December 17, 2023December 18, 2023 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

If your stuck for any last minute homemade gifts, I’ve got you! There’s 15% off all patterns in my Etsy shop until Christmas Eve and there’s lots of Christmassy patterns that can be made in an evening, so don’t sweat it! Just use code JINGLEBELLS at the checkout!

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Christmas Bib Set | Crochet Pattern

Published on November 21, 2023November 21, 2023 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

I am really thrilled to introduce you to my latest baby pattern

Christmas Bib Set

They are just the sweetest festive accessory for a little one this Season; with a pretty scalloped edge and whimsical festive foliage. These bibs are not only perfect for Christmas photo’s they are practical too. Made from 100% cotton, these bibs are super absorbent making them ideal for dribblers!

I have really enjoyed designing this bib set and I hope that you love them just as much as I do. The pattern is available for download in both UK and US crochet terminology, so there is no need for any pesky converting and is suitable for intermediate crochet with each bib using less than 50g of Cotton.

I have used DMC Natura Just Cotton which is a 4 ply yarn as I just adored the colour range they offered and felt the colours gave the vintage vibe I was hoping for. Not only is this cotton absorbent, but it is Oeko Tex standard 100 approved; which means the cotton has been certified to be free of harmful chemicals and is safe for human use, as well as being verified as both safe and non irritating to human skin. This element of the design was very important to me as baby will most likely chew on the bib, so this certification gives me peace of mind.

I think these bibs would make ideal festive themed baby gifts or stocking fillers and what’s more you can easily make a bib in an evening, so if you are a last minute gifted these bibs are ideal.

Why not couple them with my FREE teething ring pattern to make the perfect festive handmade gift for that special little someone in your life.

If you like this post, please leave me a like and comment below as this is a great way to support me and don’t forget to tag me in your makes using

#Christmasbibset @yarnyrobin

as I love to see your takes on my makes. Each Month I share a photo that I’m tagged in and that person will win a FREE pattern.

Here are some more festive patterns you may like also

Simple Crochet Basket – FREE pattern

Elf Hat

Santa Hat

Reindeer lovey

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children's crochet pixie bonnet crochet pattern

Crochet children’s pixie bonnet pattern…

Published on September 7, 2023 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

Another brand new pattern just off my hook and just in time for the Autumn. I must give a huge shout to @jenevs1981 on Instagram for this adorable photo above.

Bonnets are just perfect for little ones as the weather gets cooler as they stay on their little heads much better I find. This bonnet is the October Bonnet and has a traditional pixie point which gives the bonnet that instant adorable shape. Coupled with a soft ribbed brim and an oversized flower adding some cuteness and sass for the final look. This bonnet would be perfect to wear this Autumn / fall and ideal for photoshoots at the pumpkin patch or in the woods don’t you think?

This bonnet is easy and quick to hook up and comes in sizes

Newborn
0 – 3 months
3 – 6 months
6 – 12 months
1 – 2 years
2 – 4 years

The pattern uses a pretty little V-cluster stitch which is easy to learn and creates a pretty textured bonnet. I have made a video tutorial of the stitch in case you want to check it out first and you can find that just here.

I chose Stylecraft Special Aran yarn to make my bonnet as they have an amazing colour range at affordable prices. However, the bonnet can also be made from any worsted / aran weight yarn of your choosing…just check your gauge is correct as per pattern instructions and your good to go!

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So, there we have the October Bonnet. I think this pattern would make a lovely baby gift or a new-born photo prop too. It would also be ideal if you are a finished piece crochet seller or of course if you just fancy making it for that special little person in your life.

Look out for my easy peasy pumpkin pattern…I will post it here in the next few days as a FREE pattern or you can get it FREE (Sept 23 only) by joining my email list as it is featured in this months email. I also have a fun Panda Beanie which I still have to tell you about, but if you can’t wait for that pop over to my Instagram and you will find it there. So do pop back won’t you, I love having you here and don’t forget to come and say hi over on Instagram @yarnyrobin or on facebook @baby yarnyrobin…I would love to see what’s on your hook at the moment!

October Bonnet

Hey Foxy!

Published on August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

This is my latest pattern fresh of my hook and just in time for the Autumn. I must give a huge shout to @mamma_o_85 on Instagram for this adorable photo above. You can imagine how it made my heart sing when I was tagged into it and then given permission to share as well.

Baby Fox Pattern

Bonnets are just so timeless and they are one of my favourite patterns to design…I have a few more ideas sketched out, but it takes a lot of time to write them up and edit them, but I will work through them one by one.

This Baby Fox Bonnet was really fun to design and the pattern has been fully pattern tested to. You will find it is easy and quick to hook up and comes in sizes

Newborn
0 – 3 months
3 – 6 months
6 – 9 months
9 – 12 months
1 – 2 years
2 – 4 years

I chose Brushed Alpaca Silk yarn by Drops in pale rust, rainforest dew and grey for my baby fox bonnet; as it has a slight fuzz, is incredibly lightweight and is soooo soft. However, the bonnet can also be made from any worsted / aran weight yarn of your choosing…just check your gauge is correct as per pattern instructions.

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So, there we have the Baby Fox Bonnet. I think this pattern would make a lovely baby gift or a new-born photo prop. It would also be ideal if you are a finished piece crochet seller or of course if you just fancy making it for that special little person in your life.

I promise I will pop a post for the yarny little bumble bee here as a free pattern, hopefully before the end of August!! I also have plans for pumpkins in the pipe line as well as a beautiful Panda hat too! So do pop back won’t you, I love having you here and don’t forget to come and say hi over on Instagram @yarnyrobin or on facebook @baby yarnyrobin…I would love to see what’s on your hook at the moment!

6 Easter / Spring crochet patterns to make and gift…

Published on April 1, 2023February 6, 2024 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

Spring is upon us, although I’m bracing for the April showers, which seem to have started early here! Whether you’re looking for a quick Easter make, for that last minute gift or Easter basket filler, I’ve got some patterns to tempt you…and most of them are FREE… Hurrah!

Spring Bunny Lovey – FREE crochet pattern

Floppy Bunny Ears – FREE crochet pattern

Make these sweet bunny ears to add to hats or headbands. Either way, this pattern is sure to add a bit of bunny magic this Spring.

Face scrubbies and Face cloth crochet pattern

FREE crochet Spring Printable PDF

For the month of April 2023 only, if you sign up to my email list, you will receive a pdf for these beautiful spring printable mini tags and postcards, perfect for printing on your choice of card stock (I recommend business card stock) and attaching to your hand-made gifts this Spring / Easter. Please allow 24 hours for your email to update.

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Angelece Blanket – FREE crochet pattern

Grandma Dot Tea Cosy – FREE crochet pattern

Don’t forget to pop over to my socials to say hi…I would love to see what’s on your hook. @yarnyrobin

Happy Hooking!

Another Angelece Blanket…

Published on March 9, 2023March 9, 2023 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobin1 Comment

I made this blanket a few weeks ago now. If it looks familiar, it’s because it is my Angelece blanket, which has been a free pattern here on my blog for a good while now. It has proven to be a popular pattern in the past and I have really enjoyed re-visiting it. I love this pattern for its simplicity. You can certainly put your feet up and get lost in a box set and still hook this as you go, which makes it a pleasurable project. This blanket is also the perfect introduction to filet crochet, so if you have never done a bit of filet before, you should definitely try this pattern out.

I used this aran / worsted weight yarn which I found in Hobbycraft. It is beautifully soft and it is made from mostly recycled bottles…I still don;t understand how it feels so soft and squishy!!!

So here are the pattern details, for this blanket I added an additional round of double crochet – UK (single crochet – US) to make a wider border and I made my tassels super chunky by wrapping them more. I actually cant remember how many balls of yarn I used…I think it was 6…which works out at 300g and I have some left over too!

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Angelece Blanket Free Crochet Pattern

Angelece Blanket PDF purchase

Happy Hooking!

Niki

xxxxx

Happy New Year…

Published on January 5, 2023January 10, 2023 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobin3 Comments

Happy New Year to you and welcome 2023.

What did you do to celebrate?

Don’t judge me…but I went as far as the living room. We watched TV, I crocheted of course, drank a few glasses of bubbles, ate good food and fell asleep…only to be woken 5 minutes before midnight to watch the fireworks on the TV from London. Not so exciting, but Mr R had the lurgy, so it suited us this year, especially as the grown up Robins were out celebrating with their tribes.

Have you set your plans? Your resolutions? Let me know what they are if you are happy to share…you may inspire me! I have set some plans here at the Nest, you may be pleased to know. I have lots of pattern ideas as well as lots of plans to share free patterns and tutorials with you.

I am also starting an email list and will periodically send exclusive coupon sale codes and free patterns. If you fancy some crochet goodness in your inbox, then I would love to have you onboard. You can subscribe just here and I promise not to spam you!

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I am currently writing a new pattern for a bottom up beanie, which is a completely new way to make beanies for me. I’m just doing the grading, so it can be made for all the family. Here’s a sneak peek…

I have treated myself to some new yarn too, so I will show you that as soon as I take some photos. But for now, I will leave you with some crochet highlights from last year.

baby shorts, bloomers — Crochet spring bunny lovey

crochet hat pattern sizes newborn to adult — Crochet spring bunny lovey

Nicola

xxxxx

Baby Bear Crochet Hat Pattern…

Published on October 16, 2022 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

It’s been a little while since I dropped by, but I have been busy pattern writing. I hope you are all well and being creative; and if you’re not then I’m sending you lots of love.

Baby Bear Beanie Crochet Pattern

This beautiful Baby Bear Beanie, was actually one of the first hat patterns I ever scribbled down and I have made lots over the last few years. So it feels right that it is finally written up properly!

This pattern is a top down construction and has instructions for 2 different ways to finish the brim. Option 1 – features a ‘knit look’ ribbed crochet brim which is not bulky, unlike most crochet hats. I have provided a link within the pattern to a video tutorial on how to crochet the brim.

Option 2 is a chunky ribbed brim which uses front treble and back treble post stitches.

This beautiful pattern is quick to hook up, so just perfect if you need to whip one up quickly and it comes in sizes

Newborn
0 – 3 months
3 – 6 months
6 – 12 months
1 – 3 years
3 – 5 years

Materials you will need:
Aran / worsted weight yarn – pattern recommends Stylecraft special, but any aran/ worsted acryllic yarn may be used
(5.0mm) crochet hook or hook needed to acquire correct gauge
Tapestry needle
Tape measure
Pins
stitch marker (optional)

A perfect little pattern to keep precious heads warm this Autumn.

Baby Bear Beanie Crochet Pattern

Baby Bear Bonnet Crochet Pattern

Perfect Macaron Crochet Pattern…

Published on August 7, 2022August 13, 2022 by Nicola Florence @ ayarnyrobinLeave a comment

The hot Summer weather has me out and about and in the garden which isn’t leaving me a lot of crochet time. So I have been looking for small crochet wins to satisfy my creativity and to gain a sense of achievement with the little time I have. I have found myself creating delicious treats to add to my previous trio of cupcakes and have made these perfect macarons in beautiful pastel shades.

trio of cupcakes crochet pattern

Perfect macarons crochet pattern

I love the idea of making play food sets and I would have loved these as a little girl; and now with two beautiful neice in my life I have just the right excuse to make play food sets for their play kitchens (albeit I am prepping for a couple of years ahead!).

These macarons are quick and easy to make. With play food sets in mind I treated myself to a Drops Safran cotton yarn pack and am giddy with the colours and have peace of mind that the cotton is Oeko Tex standard 100 approved; which means the cotton has been certified to be free of harmful chemicals and is safe for human use, as well as being verified as both safe and non-irritating to human skin. For more of my patterns using this yarn take a look at my

Peony bib set

and my free patterns

Spring bunny lovey and crochet teethers

which means I am getting through my Drops Safran stash quite quickly and making beautiful items I can gift.

This pattern is written using English crochet terminology but has US terminology in brackets within the stitch abbreviation section of the pattern. The macarons are made in continuous rounds or spirals. A method commonly used in amigurumi and means there are no visible seams. The pattern is suitable for beginners with some knowledge of basic stitches and includes 20 step by step pictures to assist you.

Let me know what you think or if you can recommend any good crochet food patterns I can take a look at!

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