I Used Nothing But Blanket Yarn! Mama Made Minis Knotted Loveys

[@wendysummers6728]

Hello. I use to be a preschool teacher I would read the stories of Franklin to my children. They loved those books. My daughter hides a Christmas pickel in their Christmas tree each year and my grandkids look for it until it is found. The pickle is smaller than the one you made but not as cute as yours. Thank you for sharing all your new makes. Have a great day.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Yes much smaller!! I came up with a different way to do them I'll be showing that soon.

[@vickied6882]

The loveys are adorable..especially the dog 🐕 yes for the Christmas pickle...it's hidden in the tree, and it's a game to find it.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Exactly!! The one I showed is rather big, but I tested another in some sparkly green 4 weight that I've had forever and the size is perfect!

[@dianecummins4168]

I applaud your honesty about the octo pattern. You do really good work and I bet someone will buy it.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you!

[@CarrieWalz]

I love watching your videos. It cracks me up because it’s like listening to myself! We have pretty much a completely identical thought process.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Love that!

[@DebbieColeman-p4h]

i love the turtle and franklin.and the chick is adorable.you do amazing work.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you so much!

[@carmanrutten7768]

Your Loveys are absolutely precious!

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you!

[@peggybouillon9737]

The pickles have sold well for me, I would try the Christmas pickle. Always look forward to your videos!🧶

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

But use a different yarn!

[@debbielowrie701]

I love the Christmas Pickle and the loveys -- especially the dog. The Octopus does look like a LOT of work!

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you! Yes it was!!

[@CherylDathome]

Those mini knotted loveys are adorable. I have never heard of the Christmas pickle?. That octopus is fantastic, you can see all the work you put into it. Thank you for sharing.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thanks Cheryl

[@debbiestuckey6599]

Hi! I love the sweater you're crocheting. And I love your plushies. I made the turtle last week. Last month I made a strawberry cow (requested by my 11yo granddaughter) and I made the dragon for her younger sister. I've also made the unicorn and the head of the elephant. I'm using Bernat blanket Raspberry Ribbon variegated for the elephant.😅 I will be making the fawn soon. All of these are for my 5 granddaughters. I appreciated your idea of that small sweater for the plushies! 😊

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

That is awesome!

[@jasemeal7849]

Your honest review of Anchor was very refreshing. Thankyou!

[@snowygirl3171]

I’m amazed at how much you get done..iv been making voodoo dolls .

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

The voodoo dolls are fun to make!

[@CarmenVegas-d7o]

Your loveys are so cute. I love that dog. I need to buy the patterns for sure. That Christmas pickle is perfect. I love your work. Beautiful plushies

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you!!

[@alexcarrn28]

All your makes are ssoooo wonderful. You always put your heart into them. The christmas pickle every year with our family. The octopus 🐙 is more than fantabulous!! ❤

[@JOSWEBCROCHET]

I think people are definitely shopping for Christmas at fall markets, because I do. 👍

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I think so too!

[@MimiMakesKeepsakes]

I love your Loveys. The little dog is cute! I have the pattern, but I have yet to make it. I just made another anchor.😁 My grandson loved the 1st one I made and took it home.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Didn't you find it hard to follow?

[@MimiMakesKeepsakes]

@@KnottingHookCrochet Yes, especially when sewing the belly, I just did what I thought would look best.

[@virginiakroll1581]

This looks very complicated but you made it very well and should be proud of yourself ❤😂😂❤

[@delonnickels9573]

Thank you for your honesty about the Octopus. I've seen others make it and hint at it's lack of instructions and pictures. Because of that, I've added and removed it from my cart many times. I don't appreciate the price especially if it's a 'struggle pattern '. Now, it will be permanently removed from my cart. Again, thank you for your honesty. ❤❤

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tiahill832]

Really, really cute!! Love them all. I have a hard time with the blanket yarn. Makes my hands hurt too. Have a great week! 🙂😘❤

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you! You too!

[@tiahill832]

@@KnottingHookCrochet Thank you!

[@NammyG834]

I remember Franklin. Great vlog Robin 🩷

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you! 🥰

[@shannonoliver5414]

Never heard of a Christmas pickle. Love your plushies, as usual. 😊

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you! 🤗 I know I'm not alone in this pickle thing 🤣🤣

[@jessikabarrett4718]

Those are precious I like the cat Good job

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you! 😊

[@kweitzel8]

I think the cat snuggler is cute, looks like a calico kitty! And now I must make a bunch of Christmas Pickles for everyone in my family! ❤

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you!

[@Stacymakes]

Our weeks were similar, huh? 😅. Blanket yarn and big hooks make my hands scream too! 😢 I love the dog he's a cutie.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I thought the same thing when I watched your video. Only I’m still not finished but I got very close.

[@NammyG834]

I love it and about to try it. No I had never heard of it. I think it’s a decent Christmas colour. It reminds me of the Grinch colours ❤

[@Lorrainebreternitz]

Oh my! Love your Christmas Pickle and all of the loveys! Not too early for Christmas stuff in October if you ask me. Especially something little like that. Your turtle would totally look like Franklin with a red hat and ascot!! As for the lovey legs, I always add 2 extra rounds in the legs on the MMM lovey patterns so I can tie them! It just makes it so much easier! I’m thankful for your honest review on the Octo pattern. I will leave that one alone. I don’t want to struggle through a pattern. It’s just not fun and that’s why I crochet!

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Ascot!!! I couldn’t think of the word for nothing 😂 that octo was no fun ☹️. The legs on the loveys definitely need the extra rounds to tie!!

[@thecozybuckeye]

I had the same exact feelings about the cat when I made it. It was something with the face and ears when I made it. Anyway, it wasn't just you, lol. I continue to enjoy your videos as always. Have a great day!

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you! I did go back and change the ears the nose moved an eye and added whiskers looks much better

[@jackiebechler8823]

Not heard of Christmas pickle, but I sure do like it!! Love the snuglers!! The Octopus does look times consuming!!

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

It was! 🤣

[@mommajessiesboutique]

I gotta make that Christmas Pickle! ❤❤

[@craftysue519]

Ok, now I have to make Christmas pickles😂😂 Not for our October market, but for my No ember one perhaps. Yup the pup is my favorite! It’s perfect. Maybe the color you chose for the octopus is part of the reason you’re not liking it . Something brighter and more fun than gray. Just saying. Geez you whipped those loveys out. I got one done, then of course bought 2 new patterns and have to try those! 🦋💖

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

These loveys are a lot smaller than the patterns in the book. You're probably right about the octo colors. That pup was definitely the top dog!😂

[@DianeBaird-h4f]

I have for sure heard of a Christmas pickle..there is a story that goes with the pickle .

[@DianeBaird-h4f]

I like the color on the cat..the face seems funky to me.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Yes!!! I changed the ears, one eye, and made the nose smaller. Huge improvement!!!

[@sherriehaynes8811]

No, never heard of a Christmas pickle! I thought that octopus was so cool! You're right about the cat, it didn't look like a cat but everything else you made was adorable!!

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I've fixed the cat, I think you would like it much better now.

[@sherriehaynes8811]

@@KnottingHookCrochet Good, I bet it’s cute! Are you putting it in a video too?

[@theMermaidRhonda]

Have you tried the Big Twist Posh? It's SO nice to work with! I like it better than the blanket yarn. Those loveys are adorable..I love the turtle!

[@ayanadixon4763]

I love it too. It's nice and soft like chinelle, but hardy like blanket yarn. It's perfect for beginners because it frogs without shedding.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I have tried it and I like it. Just needs more colors!!

[@angelicajelli836]

I was thinking of getting the pattern for the octopus. I really need pictures, so thanks for the info. I will not be getting that pattern.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Sorry! I don't want to discourage from trying new things, I just tell my experience with the different patterns.

[@angelicajelli836]

@@KnottingHookCrochet I need very detailed instructions as I am visual learner. So I appreciate your honesty.

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

One of these days you will blunder and say super cute LOL LOL I love all your makes this week,,, I need to try me some loveys,,,, my wrists are bugging me too,,, I did alot of blanket yarn this week,,, I agree the octo needs more pics and more instructions!!!!

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

No I'm not!! 🤣🤣

[@cottontailcrafts1719]

@@KnottingHookCrochet haha

[@RobinEllis1125]

Robin, those look fantastic! My favorites are the same as yours. Very cute! For the Q&A: How many hours per week do you crochet on average? Or per day? I am trying to get “super” out of my vocabulary as well. I didn’t realize how often I use it until recently lol😂 It’s Monday, yikes. Hope you have a fantastic week! 💗🌈🍄🌼

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thanks Robin! Question noted for the video. When you watch enough of these crafting videos you become hyper aware of the word "SUPER" 🤣🤣

[@CrochetEhCanada]

That;s hillarious. I am working on Ancor right now as I am watching this

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

What did you think of the pattern?

[@laurellecoppard7952]

I love watching what you make. I love the bernat blanket yarn but I did buy the furls Streamline metal crochet hook. I couldn’t use bernat without this hook. Totally worth the price. They just slide through the yarn. My hands still get a little sore but no way I could crochet for as long with a plastic hook. Also I agree with you regarding the octopus. I got the bundle with both sizes in the pattern and have made 4 large ones so far for my daughters. I have one to try and sell. They are a lot of work and for that reason I have not bothered with making the smaller one. It is the same amount of work as the large one! The legs are the same size and I figured what is the point because I have the same opinion as you. The legs look too big for the body. The bigger size looks better in my opinion. I also had problems finding stitches on the legs. I am bummed I didn’t see the Mamma made minis sale. I have the book but would love to make the dog and cat. Yours turned out adorable. 😊

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Thank you! I did get myself one girls hook the 7mm it took a minute to get use to the weight. I need to get a 6.5 and an 8 mm then I’ll be set. I got lucky when I found their sale there was only a few hours left.

[@laurellecoppard7952]

@@KnottingHookCrochet Yes I purchased on sale as well and I think shipping was pretty reasonable to Australia. I got a smaller one but find when I use it with worsted weight I tend to catch my yarn a lot. I think I still like the clover amour for normal yarn. Maybe I just need to get used to the slightly different head on the hook. I have only been doing this a couple years.😊

[@collielove]

Lol! Thank you so much for putting the word “super” on your banned word list. I stop watching a video when they start saying it just to save my sanity. Great plushies! I appreciate the octopus was frustrating, but I do think it looks fabulous.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I'm still mixed on that Octo, one of the most frustrating plushies I've made. 🤣 If I make a second I'm sure it will be much easier!!

[@melissastewart5838]

I bought the large bear pack from mama made minis and i feel the ears are a bit wonky. I like the color you used for the cat id just suggest to try to change the ears a bit.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I did change them it looks so much better!!

[@ritax8411]

I’d never heard of the Christmas pickle until I watched youtube….I’m in UK

[@SueLutz]

The octopus patter gets easier with each make - about 6 hours for me to make. Very popular item for me - I take custom orders for these only and can get $108 for the mini.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

It might get easier but I’m not sure if I’ll make another only if the first one sells

[@nancywilliams798]

I must say a Christmas pickle is new to me 😂😂. I love the puppy lovey the best, I only bought their bear pattern so hopefully I can start it after I finish my order I’m doing now. Q&A do you make swatches to measure your gauge for crocheting or just roll with it? Good looking makes as always ❤ Have a good day and Happy Crocheting 🧶 😊

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Look up Christmas pickle. This one is a little big for the real purpose. So I have revamped and doing something a little different. You Q&A question is noted.

[@acraftyseason1007]

Have you tried my whiskers on the cats. That might be all it needs 😊

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I tried in black, that was a no go. Maybe in a different color.

[@chylnsrealm3556]

I got the Karma Kitty and she has different ears to yours, I think the pattern you got was Charlie the mini kitten because it has the same ears as yours. Ooooh the puppy is so cute, I need to try that pattern soon but I got obsessed with the Hundred Hippo and I broke my no-buy 🤣😁 OMGoodness I did not even recognise they had a turtle pattern and I love that his shell can come off, they'd be sort of good for teenage mutant ninja turtles PS if you go onto their website you will occasionally find free mods for some patterns

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I feel ya! I broke my no but too!! It is the smaller cat. I took those ears off and did my own. I think it looks so much better.

[@beckyhalfhill3552]

All of the loveys are darling! I'm wondering if the cat could pass as a bat if wings were added? I'm in search for a pattern! Lol

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Maybe!

[@Kyle0491]

Do you ever do a tutorial on the knotted lovies ?

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Not when it is not my pattern.

[@lorettadubois3438]

I have never heard of the Christmas pickle

[@camillescrochet777]

Thanks for the Octo input. I have been on the fence with that one .. your opinion does help! For the Q & A: What do your husbands think of your crocheting? Do they want your attention while you crochet? Do they recognize the “stitch counting” face? 😂

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Great questions!!

[@AntisocialAuntie]

I am able to do consistent stitches with the blanket yarn, but every time I am supposed to stitch through the front loop I break the yarn. Sigh. Still can't figure out the slippery chenille yarn but I am working on it. 😁

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

You must have a super tight stitch!

[@AntisocialAuntie]

@@KnottingHookCrochet Yes. Yes I do. I downsized the hook to go through the front loop this last time, but I also am using cotton for my latest project. I just have SOOO MUCH of that blanket yarn I was using it for my crochet training.

[@conniemiller4693]

Hi am making mama makes Minis doing the patteren Dash Dino my stitches aren’t coming out should have 30 round 5 help

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I haven't made that pattern, but I would check my previous round and make sure it is correct,

[@allycantspell8111]

ive never heard of a christmas pickle (nor celebrate christmas) but the pickle with a hat is cute in general so im sure ppl would find it funny

[@allycantspell8111]

Also with the anchor I got a 10% off coupon for favoriting it so thats weird. But it was just the large one

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Maybe Etsy is on to me 😂😂😂

[@maryrumpf4042]

Question for you and Sue. I have safety eyes from Amazon and they don't show the size. How can I figure out the size of each one. Thank you girls I love watching you two.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Noted

[@chocolla14]

That video was interesting + cute too. I have some questions to you: What's you favorite plushie yarn? Because I saw on those videos many different kinds plushie yarns (like hobbii or bernat). What's your not favorite plushie yarn? A little bonus question on that first question. What's different to plushie yarn and blanket yarn? Because I don't see the difference on those yarns + I only see them as velvet yarns (little confess: I have used velvet yarn it's called Katia Christmas Bambi).

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I have your questions noted.

[@rbowenb139]

Love it

[@luanastark9876]

My question is do you reverse a pattern that has color changes. I’m left handed and my changes never turn out right. I’m self taught so I don’t have anyone to show me what I’m doing wrong. When you and Sue do a craft fair together how do you manage your sales? My granddaughter and I are going to try one this fall. She leaves in Louisiana and I live in California and I’m going there for visit and doing craft fair together. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thank you

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Question for Q&A noted. and I think I answered your other question on a different video.

[@MsLadypage]

Did you use your special black gloves when you were crocheting with the blanket yarn? And I was wondering, do you have a link to buy those online by chance?

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I almost always where my gloves here is the link amzn.to/3TlnfGu

[@jerrygenovese9715]

Hi how do I get to your button show to see what you have to order? Joan

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

putonyourpartycap.etsy.com

[@rebeccapayne7421]

Do you have a price for the dog snuggle?

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

@@rebeccapayne7421 this cutie will be $30

[@jennjenn01]

Have you had any issues mixing Bernat blanket and big twist plush? Isn't the big twist thicker? I thought about mixing brands, but worried the size would come out distorted

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

This was my first time using big twist plus. A few of the colors seemed thicker but I've noticed that with all these plush yarn brands. There is no consistency! If they feel close I blend them.

[@theresabuzzell5498]

It's a German Christmas story I think. Whoever finds the pickle in the Christmas tree has good luck.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Yes!!!

[@jackieschneider7354]

I really like the puppy! I am resting my fingers from Bernat blanket loaf cats. Why do I buy that yarn😂. I like the colours of your cat but the head/face is shaped like a Siamese cat. I bet it would look great in Siamese colours. The Christmas pickle is funny.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

It's a love hate relationship with blanket yarn 😂

[@CaMT888]

I think those thicker yarns need steel hooks, like those Furls. Even their 2nds acrylic’s would help. Have you tried mellyinspiredcrochet baby animals? Those are just perfect for your style and market. She has cute sleepy baby animals, I like her elephant and monkey etc… Hope your hands are rested and healed. I always like what you crochet. Blessings :)

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

My 7 mm is a furls stainless steel. I need to order an 8 mm. Huge difference with those vs plastic hooks. I have not tried Melly's patterns.

[@alexcarrn28]

Your cat, what about whiskers?

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I tried in black, looked funny, maybe a different color.

[@alexcarrn28]

@KnottingHookCrochet You are so gifted. The cat looked like a cat to me. You work so hard in all your makes. You truly have the gift of the crocheting craft. It makes you so good at what you do.. If anyone can figure it out, it is you. I love watching your videos. Thank you ❤️

[@maryelgin9919]

Never heard of a Christmas Pickle

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I’m shocked! Shouldn’t be I only learned about it about 10 years ago.

[@maryelgin9919]

@@KnottingHookCrochet

[@AntisocialAuntie]

Congratulations on finding part of your floor 🎉🎉🎉 😂 I heard of the Christmas pickle back in the 80s but I thought it was something that family made up. I was shocked that other people had one.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Yes! Thank you! I was starting to think I was crazy 🤣 I think it originated from Germany if I'm not mistaken.

[@AntisocialAuntie]

@@KnottingHookCrochet That makes sense - a lot of Germans and Norwegians where I grew up.

[@collielove]

Now I’m mad at myself for not buying the puppy MMM pattern. I bought the lion, tiger, and bear. Yours puppy looks great. The puppy in the pattern looked like the black crosses over into the white way too much for my tastes, but yours doesn’t seem to do that.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

Mine isn't showing the bleed through because I went back and did some top stitching to hide it. I don't like that look either.

[@mdp3827]

The cat having a ball for a tail is weird. It needs whiskers I think. The face is quite pointed too. I don’t think it’s the colour xx

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

I've made changes it looks much better.

[@terrinatufnail183]

I think the cat needs whiskers and a brown or black nose, but that's just me.

[@KnottingHookCrochet]

It needs more than that 🤣🤣 I made some changes and it's so much better!!

[@lindastumbaugh2758]

No!