Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Tube Sock Snowmen



So my friend's son came home from school with one of these and we just had to make some.  They were used as table decorations at the Christmas party. The one in the middle I decorated because my son decided legos were more important than snowman decorating.  Basically we took a mens tube sock and filled it a bit with rice then used a rubberband to tie it off. Then you add more rice and tie it off again.  Add rice once more and tie it off, then you can fold the top of the sock over to create the hat.  (I was thinking next time we should paint or dye the top black to make the hats stand out.)  We then hot glued the hats around the head to keep them in place and hot glued on all the accessories.  Voila! Tube sock snowman!

Monday, November 23, 2009

Christmas Stockings

I made Christmas stockings for the family. Bella's was made a few years later so hers is not an exact match, but it suits her personality. :)











Saturday, November 7, 2009

Nikki Paige Photography

I have created a new blog for my photography. Please check it out and feel free to comment on the photos. :)

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Vampire Pumpkin

I crocheted this little guy from a free pattern on plantejune's blog.  Then I turned it into a vampire!




Beware the vampire pumpkins!

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Tote Bag Free Pattern Link

Someone asked where I got the pattern for this tote bag so here is the link.



Enjoy! It really makes a beautiful bag.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

My Favorite Quilt


This is my favorite of all of the quilts I have made. It is a baby quilt with prairie points. It was my 1st time doing prairie points and I love these fabrics.

Saturday, October 10, 2009

3 Newest














A Hawaiian girl doll, a soft squeaky baby blue and an ocotopus baby toy.
free pattern for octopus can be found here :

http://steffi-stitch.blogspot.com/2009/08/douglas.html

Friday, October 2, 2009

SQUISHY the SQUID FREE CROCHET PATTERN















Squishy the Squid Crochet Pattern

pattern by Nikki Pedersen (multibeavo)

Abbreviations: sc = Single Crochet
ch = Chain
rnd(s) = Round(s)
dec = Crochet 2 stitches together (decrease)
( ) = Repeat stitches from ( to end of )
2 sc together = (increase) 2 sc in one sc

Note: This pattern is worked in continuous rounds; do not join and do not
turn. Use stitch marker to indicate beginning of rounds.

Materials
Worsted weight yarn
Size G or H crochet hook (other hook sizes are okay too, it will just
result in smaller or larger dolls)
Stitch markers ( I use scraps of yarn)
Yarn and embroidery needles
Safety eyes (optional)
Polyfil/wool to stuff doll

Gauge is not important, just be sure to crochet tight enough so that
no stuffing shows through.


Top of head/body
Rnd 1: Chain 2, then 6 sc into 2nd ch from hook.
Rnd 2: sc in next st, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 3: sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 4: sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 5: sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 6: sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 7: sc in next 6 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 8: sc in next 7 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 9: sc in next 8 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 10: sc in next 9 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 11: sc in next 10 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 12: sc in next 11 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 13: sc in next 12 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 14: sc in next 13 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 15: sc in next 14 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 16: sc in next 15 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 17: sc in next 16 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 18: sc in next 17 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 19: sc in next 18 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 20: sc in next 19 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 21: sc in next 20 sts, 2sc in next st.
Rnd 22: sc in next 21sts, 2sc in next st.
Sl st in next sc, fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

Bottom of head/body
Rnd 1: Ch 2, 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook.
Rnd 2: 2sc in each sc.
Rnd 3: (1sc, 2sc together).
Rnd 4: (sc X 2, 2sc together).
Rnd 5: (sc X 3, 2 sc together).
Rnd 6: (sc X 4, 2 sc together).
Rnd 7: (sc X 5, 2 sc together).
Rnd 8: (sc X 6, 2 sc together).
Rnd 9-16: sc in each sc around.
Rnd 17: (sc X 5, 1 dec).
Rnd 18-30: sc in each sc around.
Sl st in next sc, fasten off.

Mouth
With white yarn chain 12.
Sl st into 1st ch to create a circle.

Legs/Arms (make 8)
Rnd 1: ch 2, 4 sc in second ch from hook.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 3-35: sc in each sc around.
After last round, sl st in next sc, fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.
Arm/Leg of Tentacles (make 2)
Rnd 1: ch2, sc 4 in 2nd ch from hook.
Rnd 2: 2sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3-39: sc in each sc around.
Fasten off with sl st, leaving long tail for sewing.

Bottom of Tentacles (make 2)
Rnd 1: ch 2, 3sc in 2nd ch from hook.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc.
Rnd 3: (1sc, 2sc together) X 3
Rnd 4: (sc X 2, 2sc together) X 3
Rnd 5: (sc X 3, 2sc together) X 2 , sc last 3 st.
Rnd 6: (sc X 4, 2sc together) X 2 , sc last 3 st.
Rnd 7: (2sc together, sc X 4) X 3 , sc last 3 st.
Rnd 8: (2 sc together, 2sc together, sc X 6) X 2.
Rnd 9: sc, 2sc together, sc , 2sc together, sc X 7 , 2 sc together, sc, 2
sc together, sc X 6.
Fasten off with sl st, leaving long tail for sewing.

Finishing Squishy the Squid
Sew on some eyes using yarn or you could also use plastic eyes, or felt. Whatever you think looks good. I have used 12mm cat eyes on
my orange version of squishy the squid.
Stitch the mouth onto the head.

Stuff the body of the squid. Make sure to leave less stuffing towards
top, in order to be able to sew the head to the body correctly.

Center the head onto the body and pin in place. Use the long end of
yarn attached to head to sew the head to the body. When you reach
the 2 sides, the head will extend past where the body ends, flatten
these sides and sew them shut. Then continue around until the entire
head is secured to the body. Fasten off and weave in loose ends.
Center tentacle bottoms onto the appropriate arms (the 2 longer
arms) and pin into place. Stitch pieces together just like when you
stitched the head to the body. Fasten off and weave in ends.

*Do NOT stuff any of the arms or tentacles.*

Attach the 8 arms to the body evenly around the outer bottom edge.
Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.
Attach the 2 completed tentacles to the middle of the underside of the squid body. Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.

You have a super cute squishy the squid! Enjoy your new friend!

*Please do NOT sell items made from this pattern. This pattern
is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or
redistributed.*


This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No
Derivative Works 3.0 License. To view a copy of this license, visit
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Commons, 171 2nd Street, Suite 300, San Francisco, California, 94105, USA.

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Really Neat Free Doll Pattern

I happened upon this blog while perusing the new crochet projects on craftster. Someone posted a link to share this free doll pattern. It is really cute and I can't wait to make some!
Enjoy!

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Diego Backpack




Same as the Hello Kitty Backpack, just using Diego fabric! =)

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

CHEWY the Monster

So I suddenly had this rush of creativity this evening and I went to work. I didn't even draw this one out! I just started cutting and sewing. Basically I just worked for 3 hours straight making sure he was just right. I am really proud of this guy. He is heavy because he is stuffed firmly and has pellets in his bottom so he sits right. I used fleece, fur fabric, safety eyes, a zipper and a few other odds and ends. I love the color combos on Chewy. And the fact that when you unzip his mouth there is room to store stuff in there. Not a ton of room, but a small bit. He is a one of a kind (OOAK) plush toy by me!

Monday, July 13, 2009

Super Cute Amigurumi Doll



I had the pleasure of testing an amigurumi doll pattern for a fellow crafter/crocheter. She is sweet as can be and her pattern makes this adorable doll. This doll which by the way is now hiding out for a few weeks until my daughter's birthday. You can check out more of her work on her blog

http://www.twistyfishies.blogspot.com/

and her shop at

http://www.twistyfishies.etsy.com/


(If you happen to stop by etsy.com you should also check out my shop)

http://www.multibeavo.etsy.com/


The pattern is easy to follow and there are plenty of pictures along the way to help you out.


Check back to both of our blogs and shops often as we are both working on new projects, patterns and ideas.


Thanks for stopping by!!

Monday, July 6, 2009

Dinosaur Boy

I used Owlishy's pattern for a boy in a dinosaur costume.
It turned out so cute!!!
I like to call him Dinoboy!











Purple Fuzzy Monster



Fuzzy purple monster made with Patons Dreams yarn. I brushed his head to make his hair fuzzy. I used Roxycraft's "Chilly" pattern for the body.
He is soft and cuddly.



Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Back to the 80's.....



I am working on a new crochet pattern for my shop. If you were a child of the 80's, you will LOVE this pattern. I'm not gonna spill the beans just yet, but I am hoping this turns out to be an amazing toy/doll. :)
More to come. Keep checking back!




Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Squishy the Squid

My 1st original pattern is now free! :) Squishy the Squid is adorable and fun to make. Kids love to play with all his tentacles. So here he is....

Monday, June 22, 2009

Cutest Turtle EVER!!!







I purchased the pattern for this turtle from:




It is the best turtle pattern I have seen so far. I have made many turtles in the past 2 years, but this one is without a doubt the cutest!!