Diana's Doxies

Made for my BFF since elementary school . . 
we are now 65 so this has been a LONG friendship.

She has just adopted her 2nd rescue Dachshund. So I knew I had to celebrate this for their 1st Christmas.

I wanted to make sure I carried 3 threads under my single crochet’s o I picked the Bernat Misty Gray for the 4th thread. It is a little thinner than the #3 thread so it made the “carrie” threads easy to cover.

I hope you like it as much as I liked designing it.

Yarn … 
Aunt Lydia’s Fashion #3 thread 

Steel Hook size … 2/2.25 MM 

Diameter of Base … 9 inches

Circumference … 26.5 inches 

Height … 
15 inches 
(from center base to top of edging 

Shoulder Strap … 

42 inches

This pattern is available through my Ravelry Store for $1.99.

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All proceeds from this pattern will be donated to a no-kill dog and cat maternity shelter in Western New York or one in my home state of Indiana. 
The Fur~Babies and I thank you for your purchase

Rainbow Hearts Mochila Bag

I have FINALLY completed a Mochila Bag. 

I am SO PROUD of it,

mistakes and all.

But as the Amish place a mistake

 in each and every one of their quilts

since God is the only one who can create perfection . . . 

I figure my mistakes are homages to God

for allowing me to create something I love.

If you  have never done a Mochila Bag

there are TONS of You Tube videos

that will be of help.

I hope you like my design and pattern.

Basic Bag . . . not showing shoulder strap.

Just a Close Up of the cord  and tassels.

Shoulder strap.

You can tell, from the photo below, it is a long shoulder strapped bag.

That is one of the perks of this projects . . . 

The shoulder strap can be made the length you desire

AND 

you can add or delete rounds of hearts 

and add or delete the number or hearts per round

to adjust the size of your bag.

This Pattern is on sale, 

for $1.99, in my Ravelry shop.

100% of this pattern price supports no-kill pet shelters. 

The "fur~babies and I THANK YOU for your purchase.   

PLEASE REMEMBER... This listing is for a CROCHET PATTERN.. . not the finished item.

You may sell items made from this pattern.

http://furbabiesmomma.blogspot.com/ (c) 2016 Paula Gaumer Tooke

Per copyright law, do not redistribute (with or without charge) in any form. (Redistributing to others includes by photocopies, scanning, emailing, putting on a CD, posting in Internet forum messages, putting on another web site and any other manner of distribution.) You may sell items made from this pattern. 

A Doily for Maureen

Doily for Maureen - 18" in Diameter

To make this pattern you will need these material and supplies:
Monaco Crochet Thread #8
- #10 Crochet Thread could also be used for a slightly smaller doily
Steel Hook - #5/1.90 mm
Scissors
Yarn/Tapestry needle

Optional
Starch - I prefer Liquid Starch but Spray Starch and a steam iron are fine
Blocking Board and Pins


The BEST things about this pattern:
1. Any size thread or yarn can be used to make this pattern.
2. Written in American English terms.
3. Very easy to memorize each Rnd of sts.
4. If you need help, my email address is on the bottom of each pattern page.


This pattern is very special to me. It is the 4th pattern I have made since my husband started his journey through cancer surgery (Adenocarcinoma in the Duodenum) and recovery.

The pattern was named for a Physicians Assistant we met with on a weekly basis once my husband was released from the hospital. She was so caring of both of us and extremely gentle with everything she had to do to him, which, at times, was etremely painful.

Now, about this doily itself.
1. The pattern, as shown, was made with *3 Monaco thread in Gray and Baby Pink. It was could also be made with crochet thread #10 where you would have a doily slightly smaller than the 18" diameter shown..
2. I prefer to use liquid starch when blocking my doilies. It gives them a crisp, finished look.

                          

This Pattern is on sale, 

for $3.99, in the following shoppes:

Etsy

Craftsy

Ravelry

100% of this pattern price supports no-kill pet shelters. 

The "fur~babies and I THANK YOU for your purchase.   

PLEASE REMEMBER... This listing is for a CROCHET PATTERN.. . not the finished item.

You may sell items made from this pattern.
http://furbabiesmomma.blogspot.com/ (c) 2016 Paula Gaumer Tooke
Per copyright law, do not redistribute (with or without charge) in any form. (Redistributing to others includes by photocopies, scanning, emailing, putting on a CD, posting in Internet forum messages, putting on another web site and any other manner of distribution.) You may sell items made from this pattern. 

Good Heavens

I haven't updated the "Scrolling Marquee" of finished crocheted items on my personal blog and, I don't have one on here. (When I do, it will be on the top of the right column). I need to get all of the projects I haven't posted posted. 

Looks like these are the ones that need to be posted. Wonder how many I'll find?

Shamrock Coaster
Nezumi World

Epresso
Cookies n' Cream Doilies Patricia Kristoffersen

A Cross for Roswell

 March A Cross for Roswell 

is available in my

 Craftsy Shoppe and 

Ravelry Shoppe

for $3.99.

The EBook, Pay It Forward, will include all of the items I have designed while my husband has been on his journey through his Adenocarcinoma (Duodenal Cancer) from discovery through dismissal from his surgeon. At this time the following are included:

1. A Mandala for Roswell
2. A Doily for Roswell
3. A Cross for Roswell
4. A Doily for Maureen
5. A Doily for 7 West

And remember . . . 
100% of the money paid for any of my patterns supports a No-Kill Maternity dog and cat shelter in Western New York and a No-Kill dog and cat shelter in my hometown in Indiana.

A Doily for Roswell

Another one of my pattern, developed during Gene's journey through his cancer recovery. It is named for the cancer hospital, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, where he has received treatment.

I thought I wouldn't be able to finish this doily before St Patrick's Day so I went with colors that would work for Easter. This doily was done in Alize, Miss Batik # 3715 which I purchased on Etsy.



One day I need to learn how to take photos that show the gorgeous color in this yarn without having to use our steps in the living room. See all of the chipped off paint? That comes from the tags on the collars of our cats. But, it really is a good thing. We know which one is using the stairs by the sound their tags make on the steps.

This pattern is available
for $3.99
in my Craftsy and Etsy stores. 

Or use this link to buy now in my Ravelry Store.

All money 

goes directly to a no-kill maternity shelter
here in Western New York 

or the Humane Society in my home town in Indiana.

A Mandala for Roswell

I have been biding my time through my husband's journey through Adenocarcinoma (duodenal cancer) by crocheting like a madwoman. This is nothing new, I crochet like a madwoman most of the time, but this journey has ramped up the crocheting.

Most of the items I have made have been a Pay It Forward to the Pastoral Care center at Roswell Park Cancer Institute.

When we visited the Pre-Op center, one of the nurses gave me a "Pocket Prayer Shawl." It carried it in my pocket from that point on (early January) until, one day, I checked my pocket and every place else I could have put it and it was no where to be found. I had used it so many time just to touch and remember. I could have gone back to the Pastoral Care center and gotten another one, but it wouldn't be the same.

Instead, I started making items for the Pastoral Care Center that, hopefully, other people could use like I had used the "Pocket Prayer Shawl." I made 20 angels out of thread and clear glass balls (one day  will get that pattern posted), angel pins and cross bookmarks. With each stitch I felt better about what I was doing.

As a breather form these, I made a Mandala where I just sat down and crocheted. Now that it is done, back to the angels and crosses.

I wanted it to hang in a window but did not have a 17" or 18" hoop so I used clear millinery wire (placed in the brim of floppy/big brimmed hats to give them tructure), which worked GREAT. There is a little warp in one place but, in time, the wire will relax and it will lay flat. 

This pattern is available 
for $3.99
in my Craftsy Store,

 Etsy Store 
or
  Ravelry store

All money 

goes directly to a no-kill maternity shelter 
here in Western New York 

or the Humane Society in my home town in Indiana.

Holly and Berries

I have been on a crochet thread run.

I on't know why, but thread is feeling so good

but making Christmas hats,

I just can't seem to get them done.

There are two things I REALLY like about this pattern:

1. the pattern is very easy to memorize.

2. the berries are not flat, almost 3-D.

Here is the latest thread pattern,

available in both my 

Craftsy Shop 

and

 Etsy Shop 

for $3.99.

You may sell items made from this pattern.

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100% of the purchase price for the pattern goes to no-kill animal shelters in Western New York or my home state of Indiana. 

The "Fur~Babies" and I thank you for your purchase.

® 2015 Paula Gaumer Tooke

Per copyright law, do not redistribute (with or without charge) in any form. 

(Redistributing to others includes by photocopies, scanning, emailing, putting on a CD, posting in Internet forum messages, putting on another web site and any other manner of distribution.)

Santa Doily

My latest pattern. 

 With moving it probably won't get out this Christmas, 

but it will be ready for Christmas 2016.

I wasn't sure how I would use it
so I used embroidery floss
for the eyes.
Buttons could also be used if you would like
more prominent eyes.

This pattern is available 
for $3.99

in my Craftsy Store 
or click the following
 link for my Ravelry store

All money 

goes directly to a no-kill maternity shelter 
here in Western New York 

or the Humane Society in my home town in Indiana.

Owl Team Hat with Earflaps and Braids

Fun little hat to design and make.

One of the girls who works at our doctor’s office is having a baby girl, after 4 boys who are aged 3 - 18.

She had me make a pair of hockey skates for her husband as a birthday gift . . he and all of the sons play some form of hockey.

She said that when she gave the skates to him, he cried . . and then he took them to show all of his friends.

I knew I needed to make them a Team Hat for this summer baby. Since Owl Hats are so cute, I settles on that style.

In the middle of the back, where the seam is located, I’ll iron on the team’s insignia.

This hat can be made with any colors. I chose the Blue and Gold for the Buffalo Sabres of the NHL.

This pattern is available in my Ravelry Store for $1.25

Just click the link below.

100% of the purchase price for the pattern goes to a No Kill Maternity Dog and Cat shelter here in Western New York or a no-kill dog shelter in my home state of Indiana. They are 501(c) 3 non-profit organizations.

The Fur~Babies and I thank you for your purchase

Lop Eared Easter Bunny Hat

I like to make my niece, Miss E, a hat for each holiday. This year I knew exactly what I wanted to make, a Lop Eared Bunny. I could see it in my mind’s eye, now, could I make it a reality?

The answer was YES ! ! ! ! !

Yeah for me … I ended up with the easiest pattern. I used yarn that I had in my stash, and it worked PERFECTLY … pastels on white for the hat and pink lined ears. If she had been a boy, I would have made the inner ears blue … any color would work.

The pattern is available in my Ravelry Store for $1.25

Just click on the link below.







All proceeds from this pattern will be donated 

to a no-kill dog and cat maternity  shelter in Western New York 

or a no kill dog shelter in my home state of Indiana. 




The Fur~Babies and I thank you for your purchase

Not Quite 50 Shades of Grey

With all the hype about the trilogy and movie,

I knew this pattern deserved a similar name.

Here are the best things about this pattern:

1. It can be made of any colors . . . 

I prefer the gradient shades,

 but anything would work.

2. The scarf shown is "3 Peaks" wide.

The pattern can be made any width

from "2 Peaks" to "10 Peaks"

3. There are 6 different stripe patterns

that can be used. 

This scarf has used 5 of the six.

4. Cowl you may ask?

Yes, the ends can be joined 

to make a cowl 

instead of a scarf.

5. Not sure?

Add buttons to one set of "peaks"

and you can wear it wither way.

6. Length? That's up to you.

The one shown, stretches from

fingertips to fingertips.

 Two scarves from the same pattern.
Change the pattern sequence or color sequence
and you have something different.

The pattern is available in my Ravelry Store for $2.99
Just click on the link below.

All proceeds from this pattern will be donated 

to a no-kill dog and cat maternity  shelter in Western New York 

or a no kill dog shelter in my home state of Indiana. 

The Fur~Babies and I thank you for your purchase

Evan's Cowl and Hood

A former student 

has been checking out my patterns on Facebook. 

She asked me if I could make a hood with a neck covering on it and add some ears, like ones she has seen in stores.

I showed her one I had made with Blanket Yarn.

She loved it . . . but wanted it in a dark grey or black.

So, off to Michael's and Joanne's 

to see what they had that was thick, dark, and warm.

Results . . . Loops and Threads "Country Loom."

A #5, Super Bulky yarn

in Rich Granite.

What do you think of my model?

Since I have to mail it to her

I may never see a picture of it worn

so I did the best I could.

 

The pattern is available in my Ravelry Store for $2.99
Just click on the link below.

All proceeds from this pattern will be donated 

to a no-kill dog and cat maternity  shelter in Western New York 

or a no kill dog shelter in my home state of Indiana. 

The Fur~Babies and I thank you for your purchase