One Hour Plush Turtle

Hi Friends! It's been a hot minute but we're back with this super adorable no-sew sea turtle crocheted with plush yarn. In just an hour, you can create one of these cute turtles for yourself or to give to a turtle loving friend. This pattern makes it super easy to learn how to attach the fins and other body parts without sewing! The best part is they even have a video you can watch to help you through the process if you're struggling! This pattern at the time of writing this, is completely free! Stop by The Friendly Red Fox today and snag this super adorable pattern. All images related to this post ©Copyright The Friendly Red Fox....

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Sacque No. 5239 Pattern

MATERIALS: CHADWICK'S RED HEART BABY POM­PADOUR, 3 balls (¾ oz. balls).  J. & P. COATS or CLARK'S O.N.T. SIX STRAND EMBROIDERY FLOSS, 1 skein (for embroidery). Crochet Hook, Size G. 3 small pearl buttons... GAUGE: (Yoke) 5 sc make 1 inch; 5 rows make 1 inch. YOKE … Ch 56 tightly to measure 9 inches. 1st row: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 7 ch, * sc in same ch, sc in next 8 ch. Repeat from * to end (61 sc). Ch 1, turn. 2nd row: Sc in each sc, in­creasing 6 sc evenly around. Ch 1, turn. Repeat the 2nd row (but do not make increases directly above previous in­creases) until Yoke measures 2 inches and there are 115 sts. Ch 3, turn. Next row: Dc at base of ch-3, ch 1, 2 dc in same place, * ch 1, skip 2 sc, in next sc work 2 dc...

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Chapstick Review

I received this product in the mail for free from Smiley360 to review and I'm pretty disappointed. I find the day side to have an unpleasant taste and smell - slightly vanilla and medicinal. It is hard and doesn't apply well to your lips. The formula also caused a burning sensation on my lips which I've never experienced with any other lip balm containing sunscreen. The night side however I had mixed feelings about. It has a great tropical smell and applied smoothly, however I found it to be greasy but not unappealingly so. I'm giving this product 3 out of 5 stars because I only liked 1/2 the product. I will definitely try the Moisture and Renew since I am a huge fan of ChapSti...

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Free Easter Hat Crochet Patterns

Crochet Easter Chicken Childrens Hat Pattern Easter Baby Hat Crochet Pattern Free Toddler Spring Hat with Spring Blossom...

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Free Owl Applique Crochet Pattern

Get this free owl applique crochet pattern! Click [her...

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One Hour Surprise Mystery Crochet Along

Have an hour to spare? Great... grab some scrap yarn, a yarn needle,and any size hook (preferably on the smaller size but not too small). Are you ready to get started? ABBREVIATIONS / REFERENCES beg = beginch(s) = chain(s) ch-space = space previously madedc = double crochet rep = repeatrnd(s) = round(s) RS = right sidesl st = slip stitch sp(s) = space(s) Step 1 With first color, ch 4; join with sl st in first ch to form a ring. Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), 2 dc in ring, ch 2, (3 dc in ring, ch 2) 3 times; join with sl st in top of beg ch - 12 dc and 4 ch-2 sps. Fasten off the first color. Step 2 With RS facing, join the second color with sl st in any ch-2 sp, ch 3, (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same ch-2 sp (corner...

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How to Change Yarn Colors

Below you will find step by step picture instructions on how to change yarn colors with ease. No ugly bumps or weaving in required!     ...

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