Tuesday 30 July 2013

Chip Bag Mini's



HEY!
ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED!

Preheat oven to 200-250...depends on the oven.

Monday 29 July 2013

Fifty Shades Freed Free Crochet Pattern Blindfold




For a better understanding of my Crochet Patterns, please refer to my-special-crochet-abbreviations.
Gauge
7 sts = 2 inches
5 Rows = 2 inches

Free Crochet Pattern ~Foot Bag Hacky Sack


Sac in photo made with some scrap worsted weight yarn & 3.5mm hook. Great size for beginner's.

This Hacky Sack (or Foot Bag) Game was so popular when I was younger. I remember spending hours kicking these little crochet balls, trying to keep them in the air. As I remember the rules went something like if yours hits the ground you lose. Some played special points for special moves.. (Not me..I just wasn't that awesome!). So I have decided to pass on this fun and active game to my children. And making the sacks has kept my fingers busy. Here is a FREE pattern to make your own!


Using yarn and a small enough hook to achieve tight sts.(so your 'rice' doesn't get out.). The thicker the yarn the bigger the sack will be.


Sunday 28 July 2013

Quick Baby Shower Gift Idea

Quick Baby Shower Gift Idea


First I attached the ''padded head piece'' and layered the bottom with it's matching blanket. I stuffed the bottom of this Baby basket full of Bottles, Formula, Soothers, nipples, leveled it off with baby clothing, laid tissue paper over the stuff to hide it away. Next, I placed this adorable Puppy 2 piece Baby sweater and hat to rest on top like a baby. Then I tucked it in with a Blanket.

Free Barbie Shawl Crochet Pattern


For a better understanding of my Crochet Patterns, please refer to my-special-crochet-abbreviations.

Gauge
7 rows = 1 inch
6 sc = 1 inch

Tools
2mm hook.
Crochet thread. Size 10. I used'Aunt Lydias Classic' in 'Shaded Purple' or 'White'.
 2.5mm hook.
 Crochet thread size 3 (Purple).

How To Measure A Crochet Gauge By Niftynnifer

~Getting the exact gauge a pattern asks for can be a challenge, and sometimes feel impossible.

How to Propagate Trumpet Vine

Find a healthy Mother Plant!
Find a long healthy stem that can easily run along the ground.

Thursday 25 July 2013

Baby Shower Games




Memory. 
Take a large tray, place random baby items on the tray..lots...like soothers, facecloth, diaper, bottle, onsie. The list can go on.
Give each lady a piece of paper and a pen. 
Bring out the tray, give the ladies a good 35 or 45 seconds to look at the contents on the tray.
Take the tray away. Ask the ladies to write down everything they saw on the tray. They have 2 minutes!
The winner is the lady that remembers and writes down the most things that are on the tray.

Diaper The Baby.
Divide guests into teams. Teams choose a leader.

Recipe ~Pasta Crab Salad


Recipe ~Pasta Crab Salad http://www.niftynnifer.com/2013/07/pasta-crab-salad-recipe.html #Recipe #Food

Pasta Crab Salad Recipe..SO SIMPLE!








You will need:
~340 g bag of broad egg noodles (or whatever kind you prefer).
~Approx 500 g Crab Meat (I used Imitation Crab).
~About 3 or 4 stalks celery (chopped).
~1/2 cup Real Mayonnaise (I use Hellman's).
~2 tbsp white sugar.

The Cowboy Cowgirl Free Barbie Hat Crochet Pattern



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For a better understanding of my Crochet Patterns, please refer to my-special-crochet-abbreviations.





Tools:
Hook:2.5 mm
Yarn: I used Aunt Lydias crochet thread 'size 3'

Free Crochet Barbie Hat Pattern


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For a better understanding of my Crochet Patterns, please refer to my-special-crochet-abbreviations.


Tools:
Hook: 3.00mm
Yarn:  I used Wondersoft Pearl *DK* Color..Mint Pearl

Crochet Barbie Hat Free Pattern

Crochet Barbie Hat Free Pattern


If you share your finished picture online please credit me by leaving a link to www.niftynnifer.com.

For a better understanding of my Crochet Patterns, please refer to my-special-crochet-abbreviations.

TOOLS:
Hook:3.00mm
Yarn: I used Wondersoft Pearl *DK* Color..Lilac Pearl.

Crochet Barbie Hat Free Pattern

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For a better understanding of my Crochet Patterns, please refer to my-special-crochet-abbreviations.


TOOLS:

Yarns: Super fine 1. I used Patons Beehive Fingering Yarn in color Angel White
Hooks: 3.00 mm.

Wednesday 24 July 2013

Time Capsule Idea by Niftnnifer



With the play house construction still under way and so much left to do, we have decided to leave a couple time capsules. I have avoided showing the 'contents' of the capsules to preserve their sentimental value. And some times it's good to forget whats inside. (It makes it more of a surprise).

Tuesday 23 July 2013

Head Size Chart For Making Hats For Beginners

 Here Is My Head Size Chart For Making Hats For Beginners















Newborn
Approximate Circumference =13.5 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 4.5 inches.
3 Months
Approximate Circumference = 16 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 5.25 inches.
6 Months
Approximate Circumference = 17 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 5.5 inches.
12 Months
Approximate Circumference = 18 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 5.75 inches.
2 - 5 YEARS
Approximate Circumference = 19 - 20 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 6.25 - 6. 5 inches.
6 - 10 YEARS
Approximate Circumference = 21 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 7 inches.
ADULT SMALL
Approximate Circumference = 22 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 7.25 inches.
ADULT MEDIUM
Approximate Circumference = 23 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 7.5 inches.
ADULT LARGE
Approximate Circumference = 24 inches.
Approximate Crown to Mid Ear = 7.75 inches.


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Monday 22 July 2013

Baby Petals Beanie Hat Flower Crochet Pattern Free



 Baby Petals

3-6 months(14''- 16'' head)
 An Original Design by Niftynnifer.
Please do not resell or free share this Design as 
it is copyright protected.
 You may sell your finished Work if you wish.
ALWAYS READ BEFORE PROCEED

For a better understanding of my Crochet Patterns, please refer to my-special-crochet-abbreviations.

Size as listed:
3-6 months(14''- 16'' head)
Gauge:
4 sc per 1 inch
5 rows per 1 inch
Tools:
Hook: 4.5mm
Yarn: Willow Burrow. Worsted Weight. Colors I used: 'Lilac', 'Candy Hearts',

Barbee Country Girl . Fits Barbie Dolls Crochet Pattern


Baby Cow Girl Boy Hats Sizes Preemie/Newborn & 0 - 3 Months


Old Door Make OVERS!

Old Door Make OVERS!


Monday 15 July 2013

Yarn Ends Recycle Craft For Birds By Niftynnifer



















Don't throw out those little pieces you have lying around ! Cut them approx 2 inches each (don't worry about too big or too small..'cause the birds won't care). Stuff them into a suet feeder (without any suet!) Hang out for the birds. This will give baby birds the warmth they need, and add color to their nests! 







Try stuffing a grape vine star full of yarn bits.
This will look wonderful in my gardens in the spring, and summer months... In the fall, the squirrels will take the left overs for their nests too, (as long as they can reach them).

Friday 12 July 2013

How to Propagate Magnolias


Here is my survivor of 4 starters. 
Seedlings can take up to 20 YEARS to flower!! Magnolias are slow growers.

My advice is to take at least 4 or more cuttings of a Mother Magnolia Plant right after she flowers.(Late to early spring). Magnolias are prone to rot and disease and very hard to propagate. Chances of a survivor are slim!...Take cuttings from
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