Pattern Re-Release | Paul the Polar Bear

Posted in Crochet, Designing, Independent Design, Pattern Release by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

It’s been super cold here in the UK, and in the last couple of days we’ve even seen some smatterings of snow! And it got me to thinking about Paul the Polar bear, a pattern that was previously part of my Deramores shop.

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Pinterest collage of Paul the crocheted polar bear amigurumi by Heather C Gibbs.

As you may know, with the closure of Deramores, I’m slowly working my way through the old patterns I had with them to transfer them over to MY pattern shops, I’m sorry it’s taking awhile; I’m trying to get through them as and when I’ve got a bit of free time (which never seems to be that much).

Polar bears have white fur so that they can camouflage into their environment so it makes sense that little Paul is made with predominately white yarn. Paul is more than ready for some frosty fun with his pretty white fur and cute grey paw pads.

Paul the crocheted polar bear amigurumi pattern - a perfect pal for little animal lovers.

I used a DK weight yarn (light worsted), and I’m suggesting Paintbox Simply DK (instead of the original Deramores Studio DK). Paintbox Simply DK is a 100% premium acrylic yarn that comes in 100g (276m) and is available in a wide variety of colours.

I used a 3mm hook (closest US size D/3) and the colours I’ve suggested are 1 ball of Paper White (100) and Slate Grey (105) and a bit of Pure Black Yarn (101). Other than that you would need two 12mm black safety eyes, some stitch markers, some toy filler, pins and a yarn needle to sew all the pieces together.

Paul the crocheted polar bear amigurumi pattern - available to purchase from the Keep Calm and Crochet On UK shops.

The 5 page pattern comes in either UK or US terms with full descriptions of any stitch abbreviations. It’s classed as an “easy” pattern which I’m hoping anyone new to crochet, along with more experienced crocheters will enjoy.

The pattern is now available from my usual pattern stores for you to make your own version at the links below:

❤️ SAVE PAUL THE POLAR BEAR ON RAVELRY ❤️

Please ‘bear’ with me with regards to re-releasing the old Deramores patterns, it can take up to a whole day or two to reformat and upload to various shops, so it will be a work in progress – though do let me know if there’s a pattern you’d really love to see come next and I’ll see what I can do!

Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

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8Dec2017

CraftStore UK | Noel & Nutmeg the Elves Crochet Kit Special Offer

Posted in Amigurumi, Crochet, Crochet Kit, Sale / Special Offer, Tah-Dah by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

So do you remember me telling you about how I’d had one of my patterns, Stanley the Snowman, turned into a crochet kit. Well guess what! I’ve got another Christmas kit pattern for you which is available exclusively now from CraftStore UK!

Have yours-elf a merry little Christmas with Noel and Nutmeg the colourful Christmas elves.

The kit comes with all the yarn (600g in total) that you need to make these easy to make dolls which are the perfect addition to any home during the festive season. Fun for you or a great gift idea for a craft loving friend.

If you fancy hooking up Noel and Nutmeg then you can use the special offer that the lovely people over at CraftstoreUK.com have for KCACO.UK readers. Just enter code NUTMEG25 in the shopping cart on this link for Noel and Nutmeg and it will deduct 25% off the price! Taking them from £24.99 to £18.74! (This code will expire on the 31 December).

Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

10Nov2017

LGC Knitting & Crochet Magazine | Penguin Brothers and Baby Bear

Posted in Amigurumi, Crochet, Magazine, Pattern Release, Tah-Dah by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

Penguins are, without a doubt, some of the best animals in the world. They have that cute little waddling thing going for them, they live in a place that’s really, really cold and they don’t seem to mind and they are really cute. If you like penguins then you’re going to love Flipper and Flapper the penguin brothers in Issue 96 of LGC Knitting & Crochet Magazine (out now).

I had such great fun designing these guys – penguins in bobble hats, what’s not to love! Perfect to gift or keep for yourself.

Also featured in this months issue is my stripy Baby Bear. Cuddle up close with Baby Bear; this friendly bear is perfect for snuggling up at bed time and listening to a story.

As always the magazine comes with the pattern, the hook and the yarn to make your project choice. In this month’s issue you’ll find:

Nutcracker yarns…including a special fluffy yarn!
4mm hook & 4mm needles
65 exclusive patterns
Plus… a 68 page magazine

LGC Knitting & Crochet Magazine is available in major supermarkets and newsagents across the UK. If you hook up either Santa or Bruno be sure to share your photos with me on social media(facebook, twitter or instagram) – I love to see what you make!

Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx

5Nov2017

CraftStore UK | Stanley the Snowman Crochet Kit Special Offer

Posted in Amigurumi, Crochet, Crochet Kit, Pattern Release, Sale / Special Offer, Tah-Dah by Keep Calm and Crochet On UK

Oooo I’ve got some very exciting news to share with you all! One of my patterns is being turned into a crochet kit which will be available exclusively from CraftStore UK!

If you haven’t heard of CraftStore UK before they are an online store that offer supplies for many different crafts across the UK. Categories include yarn kits, pattern downloads, papercrafts, craft boxes, craft magazines and crafting books! And now my Stanley the Snowman is joining the happy band of other knitted and crocheted characters available.

Lovable and huggable Stanley the Snowman is easy to make and fall in love with. With his cute face, complete with carrot nose, bobble hat and gloves this colourful snowman makes a lovely Christmas gift.

And the great thing about the kit is that you get the pattern and the yarn delivered straight to your door!

And guess what else! The most lovely people at CraftStore UK have got a special offer just for you lovely KCACO.UK readers. Just enter code 25ELVES in the shopping cart on this link for Stanley the Snowman and it will deduct 25% off the price! Taking him from £19.99 to £14.99! (This code will expire on the 5th of December).

Until next time folks! Happy hooking, keep calm and crochet on my friends xx