A stuffed felt bird ornament and crocheting snowflakes

Aerynne · 01-30-2011, 08:31 PM

I feel like I've seen a pattern for one on a blog or something, but my googling now is to no avail. The body was 3 pieces- 2 for the back and one for the belly. The one I saw was a robin, so the 2 back pieces were gray/brown and the bottom one was orange. Anyone know what I mean? Or know how to make something like this? I'm looking for a 3d stuffed bird, and not cartoony- more realistic, though I realize a homemade stuffed bird is never going to be totally realistic.

Also I'd like to crochet some snowflake ornaments. How hard would that be? I've never crocheted in my life but I do know how to knit rectangles (dishcloths, scarves, etc) and hats on a knitting loom, though I always have to look at instructions for casting on and off. How do you learn to crochet?

SilverMoon · 01-30-2011, 09:01 PM

If you're a visual learner you could search youtube for videos on how to crochet. I think LionBrand website has several free snowflake patterns.
Honestly, snowflakes are probably at least an intermediate skill because they're lacy which means more complicated stitches. That doesn't mean a beginner can't do them. Some beginners are great at complicated stitches because they don't know enough to be afraid of them and don't overthink the instructions. You strike me as one of those people.

Aerynne · 01-30-2011, 09:09 PM

So what's the crocheting equivalent of knitting a dishcloth? What do people learning to crochet start with?

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Okay, I just watched a youtube video- that looks really easy, but then if you're good at something you can always make it look easy. Should I start with thread or yarn?

SilverMoon · 01-30-2011, 09:13 PM

When I teach someone to crochet I first have them make chains. Over and over, long, short, and then frog it out and start over.
Then I teach them the next step and have them do that over and over because the first row is usually the one that trips up everyone.
After that, I have them make coasters because they're small and square. If they don't want to do that, then a scarf or a dishcloth is fine. Wash cloths are basically large coasters and great for under plants as well as other practical uses.

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Originally Posted by Aerynne

So what's the crocheting equivalent of knitting a dishcloth? What do people learning to crochet start with?

---------- Post added at 09:09 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:05 PM ----------

Okay, I just watched a youtube video- that looks really easy, but then if you're good at something you can always make it look easy. Should I start with thread or yarn?

Yarn. Worsted weight yarn, like Red Heart or Hobby Lobby's "I Love This Yarn!" acrylic. Acrylic is forgiving, easy to work with and practice, and not expensive. If you need something more fun, there's cute variegated colors, too. I personally like to teach a beginner with variegated yarn so they can see the different parts of each stitch.
Wash cloths are best made out of cotton, but cotton doesn't stretch and can be tough to learn with.

LovinBeingMommy · 01-30-2011, 09:29 PM

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cotton doesn't stretch and can be tough to learn with.

I definitely agree with this. It taught me to keep my stitches even without being too tight, though... After trying to force the hook through too-small spaces for a while, you start to learn.

I've made tons of scarves, coasters and pot holders. It's only been about two years since I started branching out and doing baby blankets with some more complicated stitches. I really need to look for instructions for some cool stitches on youtube.........

MaybeGracie · 01-31-2011, 04:52 PM

Would this be the bird you're looking for?

Aerynne · 01-31-2011, 05:08 PM

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Would this be the bird you're looking for?

Yes, that's what I was looking for. I haven't seen that specific post but that bird is perfect! Thank you!

musicmama · 01-31-2011, 06:38 PM

oh that is SO CUTE!

01-30-2011, 08:31 PM	#1
Aerynne Rose Garden Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 27,359	A stuffed felt bird ornament and crocheting snowflakes I feel like I've seen a pattern for one on a blog or something, but my googling now is to no avail. The body was 3 pieces- 2 for the back and one for the belly. The one I saw was a robin, so the 2 back pieces were gray/brown and the bottom one was orange. Anyone know what I mean? Or know how to make something like this? I'm looking for a 3d stuffed bird, and not cartoony- more realistic, though I realize a homemade stuffed bird is never going to be totally realistic. Also I'd like to crochet some snowflake ornaments. How hard would that be? I've never crocheted in my life but I do know how to knit rectangles (dishcloths, scarves, etc) and hats on a knitting loom, though I always have to look at instructions for casting on and off. How do you learn to crochet? __________________ Erin born of water and of the Spirit 4/96 married 5/02 Mama to: 2004 2007 2010 2012 2017 2019 Jan 2, 2024 And many I hope to hold in heaven one day

01-30-2011, 09:01 PM	#2
SilverMoon Rose Garden It takes less time to do a thing right than to explain why you did it wrong. — Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 17,122	Re: A stuffed felt bird ornament and crocheting snowflakes If you're a visual learner you could search youtube for videos on how to crochet. I think LionBrand website has several free snowflake patterns. Honestly, snowflakes are probably at least an intermediate skill because they're lacy which means more complicated stitches. That doesn't mean a beginner can't do them. Some beginners are great at complicated stitches because they don't know enough to be afraid of them and don't overthink the instructions. You strike me as one of those people.

01-30-2011, 09:09 PM	#3
Aerynne Rose Garden Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 27,359	Re: A stuffed felt bird ornament and crocheting snowflakes So what's the crocheting equivalent of knitting a dishcloth? What do people learning to crochet start with? ---------- Post added at 09:09 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:05 PM ---------- Okay, I just watched a youtube video- that looks really easy, but then if you're good at something you can always make it look easy. Should I start with thread or yarn? __________________ Erin born of water and of the Spirit 4/96 married 5/02 Mama to: 2004 2007 2010 2012 2017 2019 Jan 2, 2024 And many I hope to hold in heaven one day

01-31-2011, 04:52 PM	#6
MaybeGracie Moderator in A Twinkle in Our Eyes, Cradled in Our Wombs, Gentle Discipline, Nurturing Our Children, and Let's Talk Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 9,856	Re: A stuffed felt bird ornament and crocheting snowflakes Would this be the bird you're looking for? __________________ Cynthia Ezer Kenegdo to Isaac since 2007 Raising Jacob (16), Luke (14), Lily (11), Elizabeth (9), Clara (6), and Emily (3) in the knowledge and love of God Blogging at The Hippie Housewife about attachment parenting, natural living, life as a Jesus-follower, and more, all tied together through our journey towards a more intentional life.

01-31-2011, 06:38 PM	#8
musicmama Rose Garden Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 10,866	Re: A stuffed felt bird ornament and crocheting snowflakes oh that is SO CUTE! __________________ ~ Sara ~ ESFJ married to my sweet, hard workin' hubby since 3/00 mama to my long-awaited miracle Sophia 11/06 and her sweet beanie sister Chelsea 8/10 Creative Genius behind Sophiecat Creations She is clothed with strength and dignity and laughs without fear of the future. Proverbs 31:25

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