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    Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Magician Bunny Crochet Pattern

    The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our crochet-along event from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes we will be offering for our participants.  Our fourth pattern is this MINI MAGICIAN BUNNY! Time: ~1 hr.     NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and #curiouspapaya so we can…

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    Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Paint Palette Crochet Pattern

    The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our crochet-along event from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes we will be offering for our participants.    Our third pattern is this MINI PAINT PALETTE! Time: ~1 hr.     NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and #curiouspapaya so…

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    Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Donut Crochet Pattern

    The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our crochet-along event from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes we will be offering for our participants.    Our second pattern is this MINI DONUT! Time: ~30 min.     NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and #curiouspapaya so we…

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    Mini-Makes Crochet Along – Mini Ornament Crochet Pattern

    The holiday cheer is in full swing with Christmas only being a couple of weeks away! We invite you to join us for our Mini-Makes crochet-along from December 6-21. Read the blog post HERE for all of the details including the fun prizes our participants could win.    Our very first pattern is this MINI ORNAMENT! Time: ~45 min.     NOTES Please do not copy/redistribute any part of this pattern as your own. This includes reposting/translating without permission. Tag your creations with #cloversquad and #curiouspapaya so we can feature you!…

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    Join us for our Mini-Makes Crochet Along

    Happy holidays, everyone! It’s Amy from curiouspapaya and I have an exciting announcement to make. Clover and I will be hosting our very first crochet-along!    Who: Everyone who would like to participate is welcome!    What: The Mini-Makes CAL will consist of 5 patterns that take about 30-60 min. each to complete. They are designed to teach new amigurumi techniques and to use smaller Clover Amour hooks. *Please note that most of the patterns will be for intermediate-beginners +. *Participants will have a few days in between each release to complete…

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    Mini Glow-in-the-Dark Ghosts! #spookyszn

    BOO! It’s me, your next project 😉 These little mini ghosts use battery-operated candle tea-lights to bring more fun to your Halloween decor! (hint: scroll all the way down to see the magic happen….) -Amy (@curiouspapaya on IG)   MATERIALS: Amour Crochet 2.75mm Hook C #3 Light Worsted Cotton Yarn (here, I’m using Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8 which offers more structure than flimsy soft yarns). White A combination of any 2 contrast colors: Pastel Green Pastel Orange Lavender Coral-colored embroidery thread 6 mm x 8 mm Oval Safety Eyes Mini…

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    Bear Scrubbies Crochet Pattern #dormlife

    It’s already time for back to school, and we’re inviting our students to make this adorable bear scrubby! Time: ~1 hr. -Amy (curiouspapaya) Materials:  Clover Amour Crochet Hook – 3.75 mm Scrubby Yarn – I sourced this type of yarn straight from Seoul, Korea where it’s much more plentiful. Our options are limited in the US/Canda for brown/neutral shades and so below are the links that are closest option. One skein can make about 3-4 double-layered scrubbies. Red Heart yarn also has a similar yarn that is less stretchy and…

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    Fruity Hair Pins- Crochet Pattern

    Hey everyone, it’s Amy from curiouspapaya. My favorite season is upon us… Summer! The hot weather calls for some refreshing fruit. This beginner-friendly project includes instructions for 7 different fruit-themed hair accessories. What a way to add a bright pop of color to complete your look!  7-in-1 pattern? 20-minute stash busting project? What more could we ask for! *You can find the premium printable PDF of this pattern here. Thanks for supporting my designs!  ——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——- MATERIALS:  Clover Amour Crochet Hook (1.75 mm) – Art No. 1220 #2 Light worsted yarn…

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    Pastel Amigurumi Easter Eggs- Crochet Pattern

    Searching for the perfect, stash-busting project? Look no further! Hey everyone, it’s Amy from curiouspapaya. Easter eggs are so festive and the pastels are truly symbolic of Spring! My pattern was built with beginners in mind and super addictive to make.  *You can find the premium printable PDF of this pattern here. Thanks for supporting my designs! ——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——- MATERIALS:  Any medium worsted yarn in pastel colors  Clover Amour Crochet (4 mm) – Art. No 1057/NP Clover Mini Patchworks Scissors – Art. No 493/CW Clover Quick Locking Stitch Marker (Small) –…

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    Giant Panda – Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

    Cuddle-sized giant panda?! Yes, please! Hey everyone, it’s Amy from curiouspapaya. Meet Ginger the Giant Panda! She was inspired by my favorite character as a kid, a flat panda called Tare Panda. She measures 14 in. x 13 in. [35.56 cm x 33.02 cm]. Here’s what you’ll need for this project:  *You can find the premium printable PDF of this pattern here. Thanks for supporting my designs!  ——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——————–——- MATERIALS:  Clover Amour Crochet (10 mm) – Art. No 1057/NP Jumbo size 7 chenille yarn in black (170 g) and white (267…