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Create a Colorful Crochet Amigurumi Christmas Bulb!

By Yolanda on August 12, 2023 in Crochet Projects, Holiday Projects, Home Decor, Uncategorized 0

Today we will learn to Create a Colorful Crochet Amigurumi Christmas Bulb

Crocheting is a fun and creative hobby that allows you to make delightful, colorful creations. If you’re a fan of both crocheting and the holiday spirit, you’re in for a treat! In this blog post, I’m going to dive into the world of crochet amigurumi and show you how to make a cheerful Christmas bulb. Plus, stick around till the end for a free written pattern that you can use to create your own festive masterpiece.

Amigurumi is so fun and is just so versatile. From tiny creations to giant items your are almost limitless items that you can crochet. I’ve seen so many cute creations that Amigurumi has become one of my favorite items to craft. I even saw a cute Avocado pillow that I am itching to try.

Amigurumi, is a Japanese art form that involves crafting small, stuffed yarn creatures or objects. When you combine these two techniques, you get the perfect recipe for making adorable crochet amigurumi creations, like our Christmas bulb!

Click here if you want to see the short video of when I shared this project; Christmas Crochet Bulb

Crocheting a colorful amigurumi Christmas bulb is a delightful way to embrace your passion for crochet and celebrate the holiday spirit. Whether you’re new to crocheting or an experienced crafter, this fun hobby offers endless opportunities for creativity. With our free written pattern, you’re all set to bring joy to your tree and your crafting journey. Happy crocheting and happy holidays!

Be sure to read my post which gives you great tips to become an amigurumi post here: Tips for Amigurumi

If you like to create fun Christmas decorations you might enjoy this post:

Christmas ornaments

Kids Easy Ornaments

Instructions for Crochet Christmas Bulb Decoration

Supplies:

Medium weight yarn of your color choice (worsted weight yarn) Scraps

Yarn in various colors (red, green, and white are great choices for

a Christmas bulb)

Crochet Hook 3.25 mm ( Size D hook)

Scissors

Yarn needle

Stitch Marker

Polyfiber fill

Tip: Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds. It’s easy to get confused when crocheting in the round as we are going to do to make this bulb.

To begin: Start with the color yarn of the bulb. We will be crocheting in the round.

Magic circle, 5 single crochet into circle, pull shut tight

(click here to watch a free YouTube tutorial for creating the magic circle)

Round 2: 1 single crochet into each stitch (5 sc)

Round 3: Increase in each stitch (2 single crochet in each stitch) ( 10 sc )

Round 4: 1 single crochet in each stitch

Round 5: *single crochet, sc increase* repeat from * to * (15 sc)

Round 6: Single crochet in each stitch

Round 7: * single crochet, single crochet increase*, repeat from * to * (20 sc)

Round 8: 1 single crochet in each stitch

Round 9: * single crochet, single crochet, single crochet increase (sc2tog) * repeat from * to * (25 sc)

Round 10-11: single crochet in each stitch

Round 12: *single crochet in next 3 stitches, single crochet decrease (sc2tog)*, repeat from * to * (20 sc)

Round 13: *single crochet in next 2 stitches, single crochet decrease (sc2tog)*, repeat from * to * (15 sc) Stuff your bulb using your polyfil stuffing.

Round 14: *single crochet, single crochet decrease (sc2tog)* , repeat from * to * (10 sc)

Change yarn color to your silver yarn (or whatever color you have chosen for the top of your bulb)

Round 15- 18: single crochet in each stitch (10)

At end of round 18 fasten off leaving a long tail to stitch up the top of the bulb. Stuff the top of the bulb, using a running stitch close up the top of your bulb.

Enjoy your Crochet Christmas Bulb decoration. Don’t forget to share this post with your crafty friends and family.

Pretty, Fun and Easy Christmas Ornaments – Great for Kid Project

By Yolanda on December 14, 2015 in Holiday Projects 3

Easy Christmas Ornament using Wire

Fun and Easy Christmas Ornaments.

Before I had kids all my Christmas ornaments were made of glass. Well at least the ones I bought at the store. I have always enjoyed crafting and making my own Christmas ornaments but when I had kids the Christmas ornaments began to disappear year after year. This was mainly due to the fact that they kept getting broken as we would decorate the tree with the kids. This is a great tradition but it can be costly and even dangerous. So reluctantly I moved onto plastic Christmas ornaments. The first ones that came out were not that attractive and you could see the seams which was not good. However with time these plastic Christmas ornaments have become quite good.

I like to make different Christmas ornaments each year and put up on a tree we use in the family room which is decorated only with homemade decorations. I have decorations on that tree that were made with my children. It always brings back happy memories when I see that tree. I also have a separate tree in the living room with only store bought decorations or decorations that have been given to me by others. This year I have been busy coming up with other decorating ideas.

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A Crochet Snowman Ornament….Fast, Cute and Easy!

By Yolanda on November 10, 2015 in Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Holiday Projects 1

Easy Crochet Snowman ornament

Easy Crochet Snowman Ornament

Christmas season is in full swing. It seems every store has their Christmas decorations up and on display. I see so many cute Christmas ornaments. Some affordable and others not so much. Since time seems to be at a premium I wanted to share a quick project. These little snowman ornaments meet the requirements of quick, easy and cute. We used to make these little ornaments when we were kids so it brings back great memories. You can use them on the tree or put them on your presents in place of a bow.

You can make them with any type of yarn (and weight) and hook size. Of course the bigger and heavier the yarn the bigger the snowman. This is a good project for using up your yarn scraps. I uploaded a youtube video tutorial and it has been well received.

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Crochet and knitting lovers Christmas ornaments

By Yolanda on December 17, 2014 in Uncategorized 0

Looking for a fun and easy Cnristmas ornament that is still appropriate for the yarn enthusiast? This little ornament combines polymer clay and of course yarn. You choose the colors you want for the yarn and the clay. To make these fun ornaments you will need:

Styrofoam ball (your choice of size)

yarn scraps

Polymer Clay

Ribbon about 10 inches

Sewing pin with head on it

pencil (to poke hole thru styrofoam)

Hot glue gun

clay cutting tool or exacto knife
I like to shape the knitting needles or the crochet hook first. Take about 1/4 of the package of polymer clay (most are already scored). You will need to condition the clay before using. This just entails softening the clay until it is soft and pliable. I just knead the clay between my fingers. If you have a pasta machine (Only used for clay, DO NOT use with food and clay) you can run your clay thru the machine to soften it up.

1) Roll into a long tube shape. Measure against the styrofoam ball to make sure it is longer than the styrofoam. Allow about an extra inch since the ball with be bigger after you wrap the yarn around it.

2) If you are making the knitting needles, gently push down on one tip of the tube and continue rolling back and forth. This will shape the needle tip.

3) If you are making the crochet hook row your long tube shape, also measure against the ball. Now you will use your knife to cut to shape the crochet hook. (See video tutorial for more details)

4) Put your needles and hooks into an oven. I use a disposable aluminum tray purchased at the dollar tree. If you are using a cooking sheet from your kitchen be sure to line it with aluminum foil. You do NOT want to cook your clay on the same surface you use for cooking food. Follow the clay manufacturers instructions for baking. I baked my items for 30-35 minutes at 260 degrees farenheit.

5) Let needles and hook cool completely before handling.

While the needles and hooks are cooling I take a pencil and make the holes thru the styrofoam ball. For the crochet hook you will only need one hole that goes all the way thru the ball. For knitting needles you will need 2 holes that go all the way thru. It’s very important that they do not intersect inside the ball or you won’t be able to push both needles thru. Make sure one hole is slightly in front of the other.

Take your cooled crochet hook or needles and insert to your ball. Now take your glue gun and dab a drop onto the ball to adhere the beginning of the yarn strand to the ball. Wrap around the ball. When you finish making sure to add another dab of glue to hold the end of the yarn strand. Do the same with the knitting needles. To hang ornaments cut a piece of ribbon about 10 inches long. Tie the ends together and use a sewing pin with a head on it to attach it to the yarn ball. Now it is ready for the tree. Enjoy!

Are you more of a visual learner? No problem, be sure to watch the video tutorial. Enjoy your ornaments. Be sure to make some for your crochet and knitting friends.

To purchase supplies: (containers affiliate links)

1) Polymer clay

2) Styrofoam balls:

3) Yarn:

4) Pins: