Vintage Style Crochet Projects

Vintage Style Crochet Projects is a must-have book containing thirty-two beautiful patterns. Each project is vintage inspired and pays homage to a simpler time.

I grew up in a family that appreciated vintage things, from beautiful antiques to rusted old farm tools.

While I inherited many of these beautiful treasures, I also grew to love the ways in which people made these items many years ago.

Care was given to each and every detail. No corner was cut. It’s the reason why we still have these lovely pieces, they were made to last.

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Knitted bunny and basket

Knitted Toy Accessories & What I’m Loving Now

Knitting Little Cotton Rabbits patterns just got a little better. Julie Williams has done it again and created a new collection of knitted toy accessories for all of us addicted to bunny-knitting.

The new knitted toy bags, baskets and backpacks from Little Cotton Rabbits are the hottest new accessories for all fashionable bunnies.

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What is amigurumi?

What is Amigurumi? [Resources & Video]

What is amigurumi, you ask? It is the art of crocheting and knitting toys. Pretty simple. But there’s a lot more to making handmade toys and I hope you’ll stick around to find out.

Amigurumi has been gaining a lot of new fans recently. This comes as no surprise to me.

With all of the adorable patterns and gorgeous yarns, why wouldn’t you want to crochet or knit amigurumi toys?

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8 Absolutely Amazing Crochet Basket Patterns

There are so many amazing crochet basket patterns all over the internet, almost too many. It can actually make it hard to find one that you really like. I’m sharing eight of my absolute favorites and I think you are going to love them as much as I do.

Baskets are so on trend these days. I see them all over Instagram and Pinterest. I love that they combine home decor, organization and crocheting all at the same time.

The problem is that it can be hard to weed through all the options to find exactly what you’re looking for.

Girl, I’ve got you.

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Mister Pencil: Free Amigurumi Pattern

Mister Pencil is a free amigurumi pencil pattern sure to please students of all ages. His friendly smile and pointy little lead-head make him the perfect homework helper.

Mister Pencil is no ordinary writing utensil. In fact, he can’t write at all, he’s completely made of yarn. Mister Pencil only wants to help boys and girls with their homework. He loves to give hugs when they are having a tough time. Sometimes he even whispers useful hints exactly when students need help the most.

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11 Reasons Why this Anne of Green Gables Amigurumi Doll Pattern is Perfect

There are eleven really good reasons why this is the perfect Anne of Green Gables Amigurumi Doll Pattern. And they are all straight from the mouth of the spunky redhead herself. Don’t believe me? Keep reading.

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My introduction to Anne of Green Gables began while I was recovering from an unfortunate mishap. I was fourteen years old and had a face full of stitches, a broken cheek bone and teeth that weren’t in their original spot.

The details of that gruesome scene aren’t all that interesting. I had been in an accident and I needed rest to recover.

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Hello!

Hello, Friend!

Welcome! I’m so glad you found the Le Petit Saint Crochet blog!

Whether you’re new to crocheting and knitting or you’re a veteran amigurumist (someone who crochets or knits toys), I’m so glad you’re here. I can tell we are going to be great friends already.

As a Certified Crochet Instructor through the Craft Yarn Council, my goal is to bring you helpful tips and tricks all while helping you uncover your own creativity.

Think of me as your very own Fairy Craft-Mother, sprinkling inspiration and encouragement just where you need it.

Le Petit Saint Crochet began in June of 2018 as a way to share my absolute obsession with knitting, crocheting and amigurumi. Since then it has evolved into a YouTube channel and a monthly newsletter, which you can sign up for below.

Don’t be a stranger! I would love to hear from you, know where you’re from and what projects you’re working on.

Happy Stitching!

9 Ways to Use Amigurumi Food for Homeschooling

Homeschooling is at the forefront of the minds of many at the moment. Maybe you’re wondering how you can combine your love for amigurumi and home educate your children all at the same time. I have 9 Ways to Use Amigurumi Food for Homeschooling that your kids are going to love and I have a free printable just for you.

When I learned that our school district would not be returning to in person classes in the fall, I immediately thought back to my own years as a homeschooler. After home-educating my own kids for twenty years, I retired in May when my youngest child graduated high school.

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Animal Friends of Pica Pau 2

Does Animal Friends of Pica Pau 2 Live Up to the Hype?

When Animal Friends of Pica Pau 2 came out this summer, I wasn’t sure that it would live up to all the hype. And there was a lot of hype surrounding its 2020 release. There was chatter all over Instagram about the new book and excitement over the twenty brand new amigurumi patterns.

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