Pretty Little Things no. 02 - Toys

The best toys can't be bought – they are handmade!

1 booklet | 3 patterns | 3 different crafts


This 2nd edition of Pretty Little Things is all about creating the most delightful toys that will undoubtedly put a smile on any child's face. From energetic little ones to crafting grown ups, a handmade toy can bring out the inner child in all of us, filling us with excitement and joy! A fun and brightly-coloured toy can truly captivate the hearts of adults and children, and even teach us to share, collaborate, and work together.

In Pretty Little Things, we showcase 3 patterns all made using different handicrafts. Below you can find more information about the patterns and the required materials.

The Pretty Little Things booklets are available in English (UK), and Dutch. Supplied per 20 booklets.


Mr. Dino

crochet pattern designed by Nienke Jongstra

Build Your Name Blocks

knitting pattern designed by Michelle Oonincx

Toddler Fidget Book

sewing pattern designed by Elizabeth Barraclough

Our first pattern is the adorable crocheted Mr. Dino designed by Nienke Jongstra. Made with Scheepjes Catona, this cute Brachiosaurus is particularly suitable for babies as the mercerised cotton yarn offers bold colours, strength and durability. This toy is also the perfect partner for toddler mini adventures, thanks to the handy hand holding opening in the body. Add a fun squeaker inside the toy to stimulate your child’s senses even more!


List of Materials:

Scheepjes Catona (100% Mercerised Cotton; 50g/125m)
- Yarn A: 212 Sage Green x 1 ball
Scheepjes Catona (100% Mercerised Cotton; 10g/25m)
- Yarn B: 512 Lime x 1 ball
- Yarn C: 257 Antique Mauve x 1 ball
- Yarn D: 254 Moon Rock x 1 ball
Scrap black cotton yarn
Scrap white cotton yarn
2.50mm crochet hook
Polyester stuffing
Squeaker/rattle (optional) [item no. 96023]

Do you prefer knitting? Then look no further as this issue also contains a fun pattern to satisfy your knitty needs. The Build Your Name Blocks designed by Michelle Oonincx and made with Scheepjes Colour Crafter, can be personalised by stitching letters onto these cheerful blocks! These toys are cute room decorations that will be a hit with children and adults alike!


List of Materials:

Scheepjes Colour Crafter (100% Premium Acrylic; 100g/300m)
- Yarn A: 1026 Lelystad x 1 ball
- Yarn B: 1114 Eindhoven x 1 ball
- Yarn C: 1709 Burum x 1 ball
- Yarn D: 1820 Goes x 1 ball
- Yarn E: 1722 Alphen x 1 ball
- Yarn F: 1062 Dordrecht x 1 ball
3.00mm knitting needles
Stitch markers
5 foam blocks 10x10x10cm

The third pattern in this issue is the vibrant Toddler Fidget Book, designed by Elizabeth Barraclough. The bright colours and fun details of this sewing project will give endless hours of exploring hands and fingers. This book includes movable beads, a variety of textures, a pull zipper, button sliders and so much more! To create the special Toddler Fidget Book, you’ll need a Tissu de Marie fat quarter bundle and various haberdashery items such as silicon beads, buttons, ribbons and a zipper. This project allows for endless personalisation by selecting colours and child friendly materials that appeal to your child.


List of Materials:

1 Tissu de Marie fat quarter pack [item no. 96590]
4 sheets 20x30cm felt [item no. 10100-022]
Fabric scraps
15x8cm tulle
10x 10mm Opry silicone beads [item no. 64531-AST3]
50mm button 2-holes
6 small buttons
15cm non-separating zipper [item no. VN15-10-849]
Zipper pull [item no. 96647-693]
2m of 18mm bias binding [item no. 7440-693]
2m of 10mm grosgrain ribbon [item no. 60903]
50cm of 3mm elastic cord [item no. 522134-693]
60cm nylon cord (to fit through silicone beads)
30cm ric rac [item no. 200607-5-J025]
1 pack Opry crinkle material [item no. 64280]
0.5m iron-on interfacing [item no. 229010]
0.5m Bondaweb [item no. 236010]
Wadding [item no. 240050]
8cm of 20mm sew-on Velcro tape [item no. 10204-009]
6 eyelets [item no. 542410]
Prym Fray Check (optional) [item no. 968.020]
Clover Quick Yo-Yo Maker 30mm (optional) [item no. CL8700]
Sewing thread in matching colours
Heavy-duty sewing machine + supplies


All photos and shopping lists from this issue of Pretty Little Things are available to download via this link.



About Pretty Little Things
 
Our monthly publication Pretty Little Things (Klein Maar Fijn) showcases various multicraftual patterns made with Scheepjes yarns and De Bondt haberdashery: one knit, one crochet, and one craft project, plus the occasional bonus pattern. Colourful projects that are beginner-friendly, affordable, and are appealing to all crafters thanks to the adorable aesthetic. Who doesn’t love a pretty ‘weekend’ project? Did you know that Pretty Little Things includes handy cut out shopping lists? Perfect for taking along with you to your local store when buying supplies!
Pretty Little Things no. 02 - Toys
April 16, 2020
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