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Thursday, January 21, 2021

Black Market Crochet Patterns

When I sat down to write this post, I had something completely different in mind... and in keeping with my 2021 "Positive Posts Only" resolution, I had reservations about writing about it at all.. 


But given that it may help other designers out there, I went ahead with my overall plan... without my original idea.



I had made graphics to use, that would give readers a visual reference, so they could see for themselves - it wasn't just 'knock offs' - but the actual work of different crochet artists, whose only mistake was to be too generous with their talents -
but as I began to lookup links to give proper credit, I found I didn't want to embarrass anyone, so I quickly tossed out the graphics and tried to figure out another way to go about sharing this information.


Over the weekend, I got a phone call from a very dear friend, who had been informed that one of her patterns was being sold in an etsy storefront - someone she didn't know and obviously, had never given permission to sell her pattern.
When I looked at the storefront - to help gauge if it was a knock off attempt or her actual work as well as to see what could be done - I recognized several designer's patterns being sold... MANY of which were FREE online, from their original authors.  


Many people get frustrated, angry and confused on what to do.  Their immediate reaction is, and rightfully so, to lash out at the person posting their stolen work - essentially a throat punch through written word. 
Which, either elicits no reply at all or the "I didn't know" reply... and the work is removed.
In those cases - situation handled and you move on... but what of the 'seller' or sharer who ignores you or goes a step further and "blocks" you?


You can handle most copyright issues on your own by contacting the venue where your work is being illegally displayed or sold
and remember -  even YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS are your own intellectual property - NO ONE has the right to display them without permission.

MOST venues will have a form they request you fill out -

BUT here is what the Legal Team of any site will need to know when you are claiming infringement; so if writing blindly to a website - make sure you include all the following information:

Your Name: your legal name
Your Organization: your business name/store name
Your Job Title (if applicable) : Designer/Artist or Owner
Mailing Address: your physical mailing address
Phone Number: your telephone number
Email: your business related eMail address
Where the rights are based: USA, UK... elsewhere
Who owns the copyright: your name
When it was copyright: Registration Number & Date/or when it was first published in written/print form (Ie: when you published it to your blog, store, etc) 
What type of content are you reporting: Photo(s), Written Materials(s), etc
Links (URLs) leading directly to specific content you are reporting:
Link 1:
Link 2: 

This (pick one: "written material"/"photo") is the intellectual property of (your business name here), including, but not limited to the character(s) (the name of your product - Ie: "Gideon the Gargoyle")

Because of these rights, no one is authorized to manufacture, copy, advertise, offer for sale/sell or distribute freely any products utilizing the (your business name here) name. I am writing to you in good faith belief, that the material contained within this complaint is not being used with the copyright holder's permission, it's agent or the law.


Remember, If or When you contact a host venue - they are most likely unaware that your material is being infringed upon - they are not ignorant to the fact it happens, but they cannot possibly know everything that their users are doing on their website.  So be professional!




The best way to help prevent the sale of your hard work is the WATERMARK!

People have always questioned me as to why I ruin great photos with a watermark through a foot, or arm.. or ear - wherever it overlaps part of the subject of the photo...


The answer is simple - because it can't be 'cropped out' without ruining the photo...
Watermarks also help YOU with host venues - an image on the "Stiches from Witches" storefront, with a "FDbyK4TT" watermark and a copyright claim coming from FDbyK4TT, is sort of a no-brainer
(not to mention an easily proven infringement) for the IP Clerks of any host site.

It doesn't matter if it's a free pattern or a picture of your finished work from someone else's pattern - WATERMARK IT
(your photo could be used to sell someone else's pattern, if the designer has been dutiful in watermarking their work!!) .

You don't need an expensive art program,
(the one I use was originally a 'freeware' program, while it was in beta testing) - if you are a Windows User - you can use a Windows Accessory Tool "Paint"...  I do not use Microsoft Paint - so I do not know all of it's pros/cons, but it's basic enough to add a simple "Text" watermark on top of your photo, to help you avoid having your work used illegally.  


There are MANY image programs out there for free as well as to purchase.  Find the one that suits your needs best and protect your photos on the Internet from people who will do naughty things with them!

About the title of this Entry... it was a comical funny .. literally, I laughed out loud for a good 5 minutes when my friend first referred to her theft issue as "Black Marketed Patterns" and then went into a fit of giggle again later during the conversation - although what happened was not a laughing issue.... I had never considered that particular term when thinking about the issue that designers face with the 'copycats'... In searching for graphics to use in this entry, I learned that someone actually has a storefront by the same name!!
Kudos to her! It's quirky and definitely a name that will stick with you.
 

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Courtesy Pattern : HnH - Among Us Pillow

CROCHET PATTERN
HnH - CP01 - Among Us Pillow
Among Us Game Pillow

My Mom said to stay away from Trademark Characters, but I wanted to give my sister something special for Christmas.  We both play Among Us and I thought a Crewmate would make a perfect addition to her plushie collection.  Problem was, I couldn't find any Among Us characters to buy locally - so I decided to make my own.

This was a lot more challenging than I thought it would be.  Mostly because it was the first time I ever used the thick yarn and I am not used to it.  

It took me a while to get used to this yarn and I can't say I want to do another again soon.  Maybe I'll try a chunky yarn for my next one.  But after you rip something out 10 times, you really want something to show for it later, so I wrote everything down.
I hope you enjoy this plush pillow.  


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Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
 
Measurements: 13.5 inches in height/9.5 inches in width (approx.)
Gauge is not critical for this project, however your finished size may vary slightly, depending on materials used and personal crochet style. 

Materials Used in Model: 
Bernat Blanket Yarn in Vintage White (Main Color - 10.5oz), Bernat Baby Velvet Yarn in Little Boy Blue (Lens Color-3.5oz) and Sky Blue (Lens Reflect-3.5oz)
Size US J/10-6.00mm Crochet Hook 
Filling for Plushies (fiberfil or similar) 
Yarn Needle for Sewing 

HnH - CP01 - Among Us Pillow


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General Notes:
- This pattern is worked in continuous spiral rounds unless otherwise noted.
- This pattern utilizes standard US Crochet Terms.

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BODY(Make 1) 
with Main Color,
Chain 9, 
___ Rnd 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ea of nxt 6 sts, 3 sc in end ch st - turn piece to allow you to work up the other side of original beg chain (as if a flat round), sc in ea of nxt 6 sts, Inc in last st (18 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st] 9 times  (27 sts)
___ Rnd 3: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st] 9 times  (36 sts)
___ Rnd 4: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in nxt st] 9 times  (45 sts)
___ Rnd 5: [sc in ea of nxt 4 sts, Inc in nxt st] 9 times  (54 sts)
___ Rnd 6: sc in ea st around  (54 sts)
___ Rnd 7: [sc in ea of nxt 8 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (60 sts)
___ Rnds 8-23: sc in ea st around  (60 sts/ea rnd)

Creating 1st Leg:
___ Rnd 24: sc in ea of nxt 16 sts, skp ea of nxt 36 sts, sc in ea of nxt 8 sts  (24 sts/new round made)
___ Rnds 25-27: sc in ea st around  (24 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 28: [sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (27 sts)
___ Rnds 29-31: sc in ea st around  (27 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 32: [sc in nxt st, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 9 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 33: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 9 times  (9 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to weave through the front loops of Rnd 33 to close opening so that no stuffing can escape.


Create 2nd Leg:
___ Rnd 24: skp next 6 sts of Rnd 23 and leaving approximately 8-12 inches of tail, join with sc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 23 sts.  remaining stitches will be left unworked  (24 sts/new round made)
___ Rnds 25-27: sc in ea st around  (24 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 28: [sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (27 sts)
___ Rnds 29-31: sc in ea st around  (27 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 32: [sc in nxt st, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 9 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 33: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 9 times  (9 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to weave through the front loops of Rnd 33 to close opening so that no stuffing can escape. With excess tail left at the beginning of this leg, close opening between legs, secure and hide tail.


BACKPACK(Make 1) Worked in ROWS and I do not ch to make turn 
with Main Color,
Chain 22,
___ Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ea of nxt 20 chs, TURN (21 sts)
___ Rows 2-9: sc in ea st across, TURN  (21 sts/ea row)
___ Row 10: sc in ea st across,
ROTATE counter-clockwise  (21 sts)
___ Row 11: working down side of rows just made, sc in side of ea 10 Rows made, ROTATE counter-clockwise again, working across the unworked side of Row 1, 3 sc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 19 sts, 3 sc in nxt st, ROTATE counter-clockwise again and sc in the side of ea of the 10 Rows made, TURN  (45 sts)
___ Row 12: working as if just an ordinary Row, sc in ea of nxt 45 sts  (45 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to secure Backpack to backside of Body.  Model has a working pocket and is only sewn to Body on 3 sides (Row 12).
If you do not want a working pocket, disregard Rows 11 & 12 and single crochet ea st around the rows made 1 through 10 - Row 11 using 3 sc in ea corner/Row 12 sc in ea st around.



Lens(Make 1) 
with Lens Color,
Chain 16, 
___ Rnd 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ea of nxt 13 sts, 3 sc in end ch st - turn piece to allow you to work up the other side of original beg chain (as if a flat round), sc in ea of nxt 13 sts, Inc in last st (32 sts)
___ Rnd 2: Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 13 sts, Inc in ea of nxt 3 sts, sc in ea of nxt 9 sts, Inc in ea of nxt 13 sts  (30 sts)
___ Rnd 3: sc in nxt st, 3 sc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 14 sts, 3 sc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, 3 sc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 14 sts, 3 sc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 2 sts  (46 sts)
___ Rnd 4: (sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st) twice, sc in ea of nxt 14 sts, Inc in nxt st, sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in nxt st, sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 14 sts, Inc in nxt st, sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 2 sts  (54 sts)
___ Rnd 5: sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 20 sts, (Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 2 sts) twice, Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 20 sts, Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st  (60 sts)
___ Rnd 6: sc in ea st around  (60 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to secure Lens to front of Body.


Lens Reflect(Make 1) Optional  
with Reflection Color,
Chain 10, 
___ Rnd 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, 3 sc in end ch st - turn piece to allow you to work up the other side of original beg chain (as if a flat round), sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Inc in last st (20 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [Inc in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Inc in nxt st, sc in nxt st] twice (24 sts)
___ Rnd 3: sc in ea st around  (24 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to secure Lens Reflect to front of Lens.


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HnH - CP01 - Among Us Pillow

HnH - CP01 - Among Us Pillow
HnH - CP01 - Among Us Pillow

HnH - CP01 - Among Us Pillow

Pattern Support: While every effort has been made to be as thorough as possible in giving instructions regarding this pattern (including links to unusual techniques or stitches under the General Notes/Special section above), it may still happen that you need some more assistance. 
All Courtesy Patterns are written with the novice crocheter in mind and many of the answers to any questions that may arise can be found within the Tips & Tutorials section of this blog.
If you believe you have found an error within this pattern, please feel free to contact me at fiberdoodles@gmail.com

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All patterns are sold in good faith. Every effort has been made to ensure that all instructions are accurate and complete. FiberDoodlesbyK4TT cannot, however, be responsible for human error or variations in individual work.


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Friday, January 15, 2021

Courtesy Pattern : CP01 - Stray Little Kitty (Chi Chi Kitty Redesign)

CROCHET PATTERN
CP01: Stray Little Kitty/Chi Chi Kitty
Chi Chi Kitty Redesign/Update

Chi Chi was the first patterns I shared with you on my blog all those years ago.. I apparently made the project page on R in 2009, but I actually designed the pattern in 2008... so it's OLD! And in much need of a 'makeover'... 
Which is exactly what I've done -
There are 2 Head/Body Versions (one that Head & Body are made separately and then joined together and the original version which was all one piece.. no sewing.. yeah!)
I hope you enjoy this revisioned version of Chi Chi the Kitty or "Stray Little Kitty" 

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Skill Level: Easy / Advanced Beginner
 
Measurements: 5.5 inches in height (approx.)
Gauge is not critical for this project, however your finished size may vary slightly, depending on materials used and personal crochet style. 

Materials Used in Model: 
Red Heart® WW 4-Ply Yarn in 0382 Country Blue, 0312 Black and 0311 White
Size US G/6-4.00mm Crochet Hook 
Filling for Plushies (fiberfil or similar) 
Ribbon (Optional)
Pipe Cleaner (Optional)
Yarn Needle for Sewing 

CP01: Stray Little Kitty/Chi Chi Kitty


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General Notes:
- This pattern is worked in continuous spiral rounds unless otherwise noted.
- This pattern utilizes standard US Crochet Terms.
- I do not utilize 'turning chains' when creating rows of single crochet stitches.  If you find it necessary to ch-1 at turn, this will count as your 1st stitch.


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NEW STYLE (2 Parts)
BODY(Make 1) 
with White,
___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st  (6 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 3: [Inc in nxt st] 12 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 4: sc in ea st around  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 5: [sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (27 sts)
___ Rnds 6-9: sc in ea st around  (27 sts)
___ Rnd 10: [sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 3 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 11: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 12: sc in ea st around  (18 sts)
Finish off leaving sufficient tail remaining to secure Body to Head.


HEAD(Make 1) 
with Country Blue,
___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st  (6 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 3: [sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 4: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 5: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (30 sts)
___ Rnd 6: sc in ea st around, changing to White on lst st  (30 sts)

with White,
___ Rnd 7: [sc in ea of nxt 4 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (36 sts)
___ Rnds 8-12: sc in ea st around  (36 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 13: [sc in ea of nxt 4 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (30 sts)
___ Rnd 14: sc in ea st around  (30 sts)
___ Rnd 15: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 16: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 17: [sc in nxt st, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 18: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (6 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to weave through the front loops of Rnd 18 to close opening so that no stuffing can escape.


ORIGINAL STYLE (1 Piece)
HEAD/BODY(Make 1) 
with Country Blue,
___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st  (6 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 3: [sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 4: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 5: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (30 sts)
___ Rnd 6: sc in ea st around (30 sts)
___ Rnd 7: [sc in ea of nxt 9 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (33 sts)
___ Rnd 8: sc in ea st around  (33 sts)
___ Rnd 9: [sc in ea of nxt 10 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (36 sts)
___ Rnds 10-12: sc in ea st around  (36 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 13: [sc in ea of nxt 10 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 3 times  (33 sts)
___ Rnd 14: [sc in ea of nxt 9 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 3 times  (30 sts)
___ Rnd 15: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 16: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 12 times  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 17: sc in ea st around  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 18: [sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 19: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 20: sc in ea st around  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 21: [sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (27 sts)
___ Rnds 22-24: sc in ea st around  (27 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 25: [sc in ea of nxt 7 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 3 times  (24 sts)
___ Rnd 26: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 12 times  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 27: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times  (6 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to weave through the front loops of Rnd 27 to close opening so that no stuffing can escape.


EAR(Make 2) 
with Country Blue,
___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st  (6 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (9 sts)
___ Rnd 3: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (12 sts)
___ Rnd 4: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (15 sts)
___ Rnd 5: [sc in ea of nxt 4 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times  (18 sts)
___ Rnd 6: sc in ea st around  (18 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to secure Ear to Head.


TAIL(Make 1) very lightly stuff or use Pipe Cleaner to stuff  
with Country Blue,
___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st  (6 sts)
___ Rnds 2-9: sc in ea st around, changing to White on lst st of Rnd 9 (6 sts/ea rnd)

with White,
___ Rnds 10-18: sc in ea st around  (6 sts/ea rnd)
___ Rnd 19: 3 sc in nxt st, sc in nxt st, Dec nxt 3 sts tog  (6 sts)
___ Rnds 20-23: sc in nxt st, 3 sc in nxt st, sc in nxt st, Dec nxt 3 sts tog  (6 sts)
___ Rnd 24: Inc in ea of nxt 3 sts, sc in ea of nxt 3 sts  (9 sts)
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to secure Tail to back of Body.

After securing all pieces - embroider Eyes and Nose spaced evenly within the facial area of the Head.  Add ribbon/yarn around neck area or create the optional Bow below.


BOW(Optional - Make 1) 
with Pool (not listed in Materials),
Chain 6,
___ Rnd 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, 3 sc in end ch st - turn piece to allow you to work up the other side of original beg chain (as if a flat round), sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in last st (12 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [(sc, DC, ch-1, DC, sc) in nxt st, sc in nxt st, slst in nxt st, sc in nxt st, (sc, DC, ch-1, DC, sc) in nxt st, slst in nxt st] twice
Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to not only wrap around the center of the 'bow', but to also secure Bow to Body just below the Head.
Cut separate piece of Pool to wrap around neck as the collar.


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CP01: Stray Little Kitty/Chi Chi Kitty

CP01: Stray Little Kitty/Chi Chi Kitty
CP01: Stray Little Kitty/Chi Chi Kitty

CP01: Stray Little Kitty/Chi Chi Kitty

Pattern Support: While every effort has been made to be as thorough as possible in giving instructions regarding this pattern (including links to unusual techniques or stitches under the General Notes/Special section above), it may still happen that you need some more assistance. 
All Courtesy Patterns are written with the novice crocheter in mind and many of the answers to any questions that may arise can be found within the Tips & Tutorials section of this blog.
If you believe you have found an error within this pattern, please feel free to contact me at fiberdoodles@gmail.com

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Monday, January 11, 2021

Wow! Who Knew?!

I can honestly say, that organizing this blog has been not only a chore ... it has been frustrating 'lesson' of what NOT to do ...
and we'll just leave that statement as that .... 


There are still a ton of "drafts" - most of which will not be published anytime soon... (once I had several unpublished patterns lost due to "forced updates" creating the BLUE SCREEN OF DEATH - I began using this blog to work and there are probably close to 200 drafts still to go through, many of which are patterns that you've never seen..
and many of those are "freebies")

but they do get in the way as I am searching for those that do need to be posted.. oy!!

As many patterns released never got an official plug here on the blog -
(only an intro on FB or Instagram) in addition to losing hundreds of photos due to computers dying a painful, overworked death (I have photos on a flash drive - but unfortunately.. I can't find the drive!!)  .. it's been a challenge to make sure I get everyone up... and wow, I had no idea I had so many patterns...

It's one thing to see a number .. it's another thing to have to manually add them in .. one at a time - lol!!
But we'll get there in the end.

Now.. I've made some changes that should be more helpful to you...
a "Search Option" has been added to the side menu - so you can search for patterns via tags
(clickable tag links in side menu) or by putting keywords directly into the search box (the search box is overly sensitive - I tried a test search of cat.. and any mention of "cat" - even the word category - came up my results)


There have been 'Pages' added to the top menu..
Amigurumi (not viewed/published at the time of this writing) will hold the bulk of Simple Amigurumi Patterns 
"Series Patterns" will hold all the series that you love - Pudgy Series, Handful Series, etc 

Please let me know if you find any pages that go astray...
And please, let me know if there is anything else that you think may help improve your surfing needs.
This page is set up for computer/web browsing - NOT mobile phones - so please remember that you may have image distortion on the 3rd photo in any row if you are viewing from your phone!


I am taking a break from working on the blog pages - to finish up on the FREE pattern that will be coming out this Friday.. so, If you've read this far... don't forget to check out Friday's post!! 

Here's a WIP photo... can you tell who's is who's?
3 amiguruimis.. by 3 different hands.. 
I have numbered them to help - can guess which one is MINE?


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All patterns are sold in good faith. Every effort has been made to ensure that all instructions are accurate and complete. FiberDoodlesbyK4TT cannot, however, be responsible for human error or variations in individual work.


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Tuesday, January 5, 2021

Product Page : HnH - Honey the Bear

PDF CROCHET PATTERN
(HNH) Honey the Bear
Instant Download of Honey the Bear
$4.95 USD

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Due to the format and ease in reproduction, patterns are non-refundable.

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Skill Level: Easy / Advanced Beginner
 
Measurements: 11.5 inches in height standing/8 inches sitting (approx.)
Gauge is not critical for this project, however your finished size may vary slightly, depending on materials used and personal crochet style. 

Materials Used in Model: 
Size G/6-4.00mm Crochet Hook (US)
Main Color: Red Heart® 4-Ply Yarn in Cornmeal 
Accent Color: Red Heart® 4-Ply Yarn in Cafe Latte
Red Heart® 4-Ply Yarn in White
Red Heart® 4-Ply Yarn in Black
Filling for Plushies  
Tapestry Needle for Sewing 
Long Straight Pins for Positioning

(HNH) Honey the Bear


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This PDF file is complete with written instructions to help you create the Bear w/Heart Belly reimagined KISS Series plush viewed on this product page. This pattern is written by a right handed crocheter, in English and uses US Crochet Terminology

You will need an Adobe Reader, or similar program to view this pattern. The Adobe Reader program can be downloaded for free at http://www.adobe.com 

Pattern Support: While every effort has been made to be as thorough as possible, in giving instructions regarding this pattern (including links to unusual techniques or stitches - on Pg 2 of the PDF), it may still happen that you need some individual assistance. 
Please contact me at fiberdoodles@gmail.com if you have any problems completing your project. I will assist you in anyway I can to help you quickly get back to work on your project.


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(HNH) Honey the Bear 1

(HNH) Honey the Bear 3
(HNH) Honey the Bear 2

(HNH) Honey the Bear 4

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All patterns are sold in good faith. Every effort has been made to ensure that all instructions are accurate and complete. FiberDoodlesbyK4TT cannot, however, be responsible for human error or variations in individual work.


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Friday, January 1, 2021

2021 - A New Year

Welcome to a new year and hopefully a better year.. 
First, let's address the elephant in the room... 

WHY am I no longer on social media?  
The answer is truly a very simple one - social media can be incredibly toxic!!
My most productive time as a designer was before becoming distracted with everyone else's "drama"... and no, my nature can't just "tune it out"... When it comes to myself (and that is the only one I can speak for) - my desire to 'help' people; curiosity not only killed the cat - it kills the creativity too.

SOOOO.. how are you supposed to see what's new?
Easy - signing up for the eMail so you get a notice when something new is blogged about (patterns, hacks/tips, freebies.. etc) well, at least it's easier than HOPING your Newsfeed will show you an update....  

As I try to regain some sort of inspiration and creativity - social media is definitely not my friend.

Better stuff
- The look of this blog - I have been working to update everything, remove old tags, update new tags, make this page more aesthetically pleasing to viewers.. etc 
But, for those who've followed me since I started and worry I will make some not so good changes... 


1. NO, I will not take on google/blogger ads as a way to generate revenue... so you should still see no advertisements that benefit me on this blog (I cannot speak to what you might see using different Internet Browsers or what Google may add unbeknownst to me.  Even when I do link offsite, I am NOT doing so for any revenue - so you can trust in a recommendation, that it IS truly a recommendation from me to you.)

2. YES, comments will, for now, need to be "approved" before they appear publicly (This is not due to anything negative from readers - this is because of SPAM... when I started cleaning up this blog - there were about 60 comments awaiting approval.. nearly all of them were advertising (spamming) for tree removal services??, 'come check out my website' things - and "hey I love your content, you can get more traffic if you.... advertisements".)

3. There will be a major "publishing content" weekend.  My plan is that it will happen this coming weekend (8 Jan through 10 Jan 2021). It has taken me a little longer than I had anticipated to complete all the "Product Pages" - apologies!
But overall, there are no plans to post more than 2 or 3 times (days) in any given week and that will usually only take place when there is either a Courtesy Pattern, a CAL or a New Pattern's Release. 

Best Stuff...
My daughter's debut pattern "Honey the Bear" will be released on Tuesday 5 January 2021!


the Bestest Stuff...
A new Courtesy Pattern from FiberDoodles by K4TT will be posted on 15 January 2021!
(I have 2 patterns I am deciding between at the time of this writing.. if it is the "Cat" one - it will be a single post - if it is the Valentine's Day themed pattern, it will be a C-A-L with all parts placed up over the weekend of the 15th of January.)

So see you soon!
~K
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