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I love this bag! The owls are so very adorable! The photos and written data on you pattern is so complete I doubt I will have any problems making the bag.
I hope it turns out just perfectly for you! Happy Hooking! :o)
This is just too cute! How creative you are to think of this. I am going to have to make myself one. Thank you.
Love this - so cute
This is adorable! I am so glad I found this web site!!
Thanks for making this beautiful pattern:)
I LOVE THE LOOK OF THIS BAG! I can't wait to purchase and get started! I've been on kinda of a "bag" kick lately. I'm so glad that I found this pattern. Thank you for your beautiful work!
Thank you for this message....just made my day! I hope your bag turns out beautifully. :o)
I love this bag and though I'm a knitter, I can crochet a little and think/hope I can make it, it's adorable!
I sure hope it all works out for you! I am happy to help if you ever have any questions. Email: thehatandi@yahoo.com
Just finished making this! This pattern was pretty easy to follow, even for a beginner like me. I had a couple of issues with where to do some of the stitches but it worked out as long as I had the right stitch count. :) I can't wait to start using this bag!
I am so glad you finished! Yay! I would love to see a picture! :o)
I'll see if I can email it to you in the next couple of days. :)
For pattern support, please contact me directly: thehatandi@yahoo.comThank you!:o) Marken
Hello, Considering purchasing this pattern, but haven't crocheted, since i made an afghan with my grandmother 20 years ago. I am a crafty person, but in reading the threads above, I am conerened that i won'tknow what to do or what the acromyns stand for. YOU say in your Description that a persistent beginner could follow it. Do you ahve explanations for the terms used?Pam
Hi Pam! With all my patterns, I include a list of the acronyms used and what they stand for. Also, for any unusual stitches, such as dc2tog, those are explained in writing as well as with pictures. The most difficult part with a pattern like this is simply counting your stitches correctly, working in the round, knowing where to put your hook, and following the directions because the pattern is not forgiving. I do feel a dedicated beginner could manage this because I have included so many photos...you can check your work as you go along. However, you must be comfortable with the basics first because this is not a how-to-crochet pattern. If you want to email me with any questions, please do so: thehatandi@yahoo.com
I love it and bought the pattern but have some problems. On row 6 there should be 21 rev sc and 10 stitches not worked. Since the last row (5) consists of 52 dc there will be only 8 stitches not worked if you follow the pattern (9 if you count the dc where you start which is not a rev sc). I am guessing this might be the reason the rest doesn't work out so well. The other problem is that the owl is not positioned correct within the octagon. On round 2a the pattern says to make 4 hdc in the first ch-2 space and then 3 hdc into each of the next 12 spaces, 4 hdc in two spaces and then 3 hdc in the next 12 spaces that would mean 27 ch-2 and the correct number is 26. If I only make 3 hdc in the first 12, two 4 hdc followed by 3 hdc in the last 12 it makes sense. Any tips on what could be wrong that makes the owl to not be centered? What can I do to make round 6 to work out correct?
Hello! One small mistake & the whole thing will be off. Let's start with Round 6 because that is the spot that is getting mis-counted. You are working into the 52 dc from the previous round. Once you have 21 rev sc in TOTAL you will have used 42 sts, leaving 10 sts not worked. Let's count: first stitch is a ch-1, next st is a rev sc (2 sts used), next we skip 1 st, then rev sc in the next (2 more sts used)....we continue in this manner until our TOTAL rev sc sts reach 21 sts. This will account for 42 sts worked, leaving 10 'open' for the next step. I believe, if you count your rev sc you will find you have worked 22 rev sc, and that left you with 8 sts not worked, rather than the 10 needed.Once this round is re-worked, the rest will fall into place and your owl will sit centered in the octagon. However, if you ever have any questions, please send me an email: thehatandi@yahoo.com:o) Marken
I forgot to mention Round 2a....sorry! You have added an extra 4 hdc for that round. The pattern says "4 hdc into next ch-2 sp" not "4 hdc into next 2 ch-2 spaces". That would account for the 'extra' chain space you think is needed. You only need 26 chain spaces (4 hdc into the first, 3 hdc into the next 12, 4 hdc into the next, 3 hdc into the next 12).I really hope that helps!
Quick question, could you give me a guesstimate on how much time it took you to complete this and approximately how much yarn? I am thinking of purchasing the pattern to make a blanket instead of a tote bag and was just curious as to the cost involved before I do. I appreicate any help you can give me :)
Gosh, I didn't see your message/question until today. So sorry! Time to complete: 10 - 15 hours for me. I am probably a bit slow though. Yarn 337 g / 12 oz TOTAL. I used worsted weight cotton yarn. All the colorful bits used up 'leftover' yarn while the brown used 2 skeins. Hope that helps some! :o) Marken
Not a problem :) I went ahead and just jumped right in and then had to make a yarn run (just about broke my heart you know lol) I used your pattern to make a gorgeous crib blanket for a dear friend of mine. I love the pattern, very easy to follow. My only issue was I had to sew on the eyes and beaks since the blanket is a definite wash item :) Thank you again for such a wonderful cute pattern!
It is really cute!!!! I saw it on Etsy and fell in love with it!!!
This is just adorable!!! It would be a great gift for my niece.
I was wondering if you could tell me what stitches are used in this tote? I just want to make sure that I can do them all before I purchase this pattern. I wouldn't consider myself a beginner but I am self taught. Thank you in advance!
Hello! Sorry for the delay in getting a response to you. For some reason, I am not getting notifications for comments posted here. Stitches used: ch, sl st, sc, hdc, dc, rev sc, dc2togI do explain the rev sc and dc2tog. However, the stitches aren't the tricky part. Knowing how to work in the round and and being able to 'see' your stitches is a must. Biggest mistake is simply not counting the stitches correctly and/or working into the wrong stitch(es).Hope that helps! :o) Marken
I just purchased your pattern and am really excited about getting started!!! I love that you have a bajillon photos. ^.^
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