the Pattern Shop

OK, I'm re writing this post, because I'm not exactly sure what what I'm doing right now.

Currently my patterns are for sale on Ravelry, LoveCrafts and some on Etsy. While I am a big fan of Ravelry, I can't ignore the fact that their new updates have made the site inaccessible to many. So while I will keep patterns there for those who still prefer their platform, I'm also investigating Payhip and Ribblr as new venues. 

If you click on the pattern shop button you will now be taken to a list of venues for you to choose from. If  pattern is unavailable on a particular platform, please let me know - it takes time to upload to all! 

Happy Crocheting,

Emma

Magic Ring Crochet Tutorial

A quick tutorial for today - Magic Ring.

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This is my preferred method for anything starting in the round - which includes amigurumi/toys, granny squares and top down beanies. The magic ring has the advantage that it pulls tight to close the hole - whereas a joined chain is a fixed size. 

I first wrote a tutorial in 2013 - which is still available as a PDF on Etsy. If you'd like to own a copy, you can click this link to buy it. 

There are four simple steps:

1- Wrap the yarn three times around two fingers - keeping the working end closest to your hand, and the tail at your fingertips

2- Insert hook under two loops, from fingertips, toward hand.

3- Pick up third loop under the two loops. 

4 - Make a chain, and remove from fingers.

The pattern will dictate what to do next - if you are working double crochet stitches into the ring, and need to chain 3, the chain already made counts as one of the chains. If you are working amigurumi, single crochet directly into the ring.

Once you have finished your first row, secure the ring by slowly and  gently pulling the tail, to ensure both loops tighten together. 

As I said, just a quick tutorial today- but one I will be referencing back to

Emma

Summer Vibes Blog Hop - Tropical Leaf Cushion

Today is my day for the Blog Hop!

Please note- Discount code has now Expired, but the post will stay up to link back to the Summer Vibes Blog Hop

For the next 24 hours - from the time this blog post goes live, you can grab the Tropical Leaf Cushion for Free! The ever-popular tropical monstera leaf will add a summery. Palm Spring Vibe to any home.

PATTERN IS AVAILABLE ON RAVELRY

Continue the Blog Hop by following our Host - Fosbas Designs

Thanks, and Enjoy, Emma. 

Tropical Crochet Round Up

This week I had some fun putting together a round up post for the Joy of Motion Blog. Click the photo or this link to be taken there.

I chose tropical as the theme as I am now in the cold depths of Winter here in Australia and wanted to dream of Summer. I hope you find something fun to make! 

I included 2 free patterns of my own, along with 14 other patterns. My patterns are the 'Summer Vibes Wall Hanging' and 'Dahlia Pinnata'

If you're still looking for ideas - Why not check out my Tropical Leaf Cushion!

Please check out the orginal blog post, and happy crocheting!

Emma.

Crochet Patterns for Sellers - Pattern Round Up

Two blog posts ago, I talked about how you can sell anything you make from one of my patterns, I'm not really a unique designer in this respect - many designers love it when you do too!

Which leads me to a new blog series - Crochet Patterns for Sellers - Part 2.

Today I've collected a selection of patterns that are great craft show sellers! Even though craft shows may currently be postponed - now is a good time to get your stock levels ready for when craft shows start up again. These patterns are fast to make, and make great gifts,

The wildflower necklace can be found free on this blog post.

Another beautiful necklace option is the Triple Strand Necklace

Spa sets also do very well - and I have two ideas for you.

Helen from Sunflower Cottage crochet has this great set

Mari - one of the Yarnish Design Team has the Getaway Spa Set.

I have a couple of washcloth patterns on this blog too! 

Blueberry Washcloth

Bobbleberry Washcloth

Denimberry Washcloth

Something you could add to a spa set - a Chapstick holder!

Like this one from Jen Hayes Creations

Don't forget your coffee lovers with classic market makes like:

Textured Coasters like these from the Joy of Motion 

Coffee cozies

AND Sloth Coffee Cozies!

I hope this list has you inspired! My next list will continue the theme of market makes, but with a Christmas theme - as it's always a good time to get Christmas stock organised. 

Emma.

Soft as a Cloud - new pattern.

Last week (to coincide with May's Newsletter) a new pattern was released!

Soft as a Cloud - a fluffy cloud cushion.

This one  was pretty fun to make - not to mention is was a quick one!

I was inspired by all the rainbow projects I've been seeing online, many a response to the global pandemic we are currently experiencing. If you'd like to see some of them - have a look at my previous rainbow round up - Rainbow Connections 

The cloud uses 'Sweetheart Soft' by Scheepjes. This happened to be in my stash along with av royal blue, so it also served as part of my ongoing 'use what you have on hand' mindset. A similar fluffy yarn could be substituted, and although it's hard to see the stitches, I could feel them fairly easily. 

I've also got a couple of beanies that use 'tricky yarn - check out this blog post for more info! 

Just quietly - how good would it look with the Fruit Cup fade! Due to the pandemic, I don't have access to the blanket at the moment to get a photo together - so I'll have to work on that later. 

Thanks again for reading! I hope you are all safe and well.

Emma. 

Crochet Patterns for Sellers - My Terms of Use Explained

From time to time, the discussion of what people can and can't do with a pattern. I thought I'd spell out my terms of use, I have recently had people ask if they could sell things made from my patterns, and the answer is YES!

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If you are a crochet seller - whether that be on an online store like Etsy or Madeit, or you do craft shows, I welcome to selling of finished products.

This is specific to my own catalog of patterns!

Most of my patterns come with this disclaimer -

No restrictions are placed on finished items made with this pattern, however the pattern may not be resold or copied in any form. Pictures remain the property of Emma Wilkinson Designs

What does this mean?

It means that once you have made an item with one of my patterns, then it's yours to do so as you please! I don't think it's my place to place any restrictions on your crochet. You can make an item and

✔️Sell it
✔️Donate it
✔️Auction it
✔️Give it away
✔️Keep and Love Forever

I love the idea that someone is making any of my things and making money for themselves or charity! One of my testers for Kirra Koala has raised more than $300, and I think that's amazing!

You can also share the links! Read this blog post for a bit more info on link sharing.

What can't you do? You can't make copies and redistribute. You can't copy and rewrite a pattern of mine and claim it as your own, and that includes the photos. Photos can be shared in the instance of sharing the pattern link.

Do you sell your finished crochet items? Please let me know what you sell!



Thanks for reading!

Emma.