A Crochet Toy Chest

A Few Updates

A few new updates. . .

I just finished adding a whole bunch of new patterns, plus a new Easter category. I am also working on two new categories: hearts, and doll clothes. They should both be done by the new year.

With Christmas coming up next week, I will not be adding any more new patterns until after Christmas. Hopefully when I get back online there we be a ton of new patterns to add :)

Also, please keep the comments coming about the site. I have gotten several comments & emails with some great suggestions. I will be implementing some of them soon.

Merry Christmas everyone!!!

Barbie Costumes & Props

'60s Go-Go Outfit

'60s Go-Go Outfit #2

13 Colonies Flag

1935 Golf Outfit

Arabian Princess

Beauty Before

Beauty After

Betsy Ross

Camelot

Castle Facade

Castle Tower Facade

Cheerleader

Cinderella Before

Cinderella After

Clown

Clown pg. 2

Colonial Gown

Confederate Lady

Cowgirl

Fandango Dress

Flapper

Flapper #2

Ghost

Graduation Cap & Gown

Granny Square Outfit

Gypsy

Hercules Barbie

Hunchback Girl

Indian Princess

Japan in the Evening

Jasmine from Alladin

Little Mermaid

Marilyn Monroe Dress

Mrs. Santa

Mulan

Pilgrim

Pocahontas

Police Uniform

Princess

Queen of the Nile

Snow White

Spanish Gown

Tarzan's Jane

Tennis Outfit

Trick or Treat Bag

Turn of the Century

TV's JAG

Witch

Wizard

Yankee Lady

Barbie & Kelly Clothes

'50s Swinging Evening Gown

1966 Clothes

1971 Belted Dress & Pants Suit

American Love Dress

Ballet Costume

Barbie Basics (a lot of patterns)

Barbie Boutique (a lot of patterns)

Barbie Dress

Barbie Dress w/ Ruffles

Bell Dress

Bikini

Bikini #2

Black Velvet Formal

Blue Moon

Cassette Tape Halter Dress

Easter Dress

Emerald Dreams

Emerald Party Gown

Emerald Party Gown Picture

Enchantress

Evening Gown

Fashion Doll Dress

Feeding the Geese

Garden Party Dress

Halter Dress

Kelly American Spirit

Kelly Ballerina

Kelly Dress

Kelly Ruffle Top

Kelly Sundress

Kelly Theresa Outfit

Kelly Victorian Style Outfit & Muff

Kelly's Witch Costume

One Piece Halter & Shorts

Outfit

Party Dress

Party Dress #2

Pearl's Desire

Picnic Dress

Royal Wedding Dress

Strapless Dress

Summer Dress

Summer Party Dress

Sundress

Sweater

Weekend on the Town

Winter Pearls Dress

How do you like the blog?

I have been contemplating changing the blog around a little and am interested in your thoughts and comments. Here are a few questions for you:

1. Do you like the color? Is it too light? Too hard to read? (This is a Typepad design, so I can't change anything with this one. I would have to make my own design.)
2. Do you like the layout with only one column? Would you like to see a column on each side?
3. Are the patterns easy to find?
4. Are there any categories or features you would like to see added?
5. Any other comments?

If you can take just a moment and leave me a comment or an email I would appreciate it. I'd like this site to be easy and fun for everyone to enjoy.

Thanks!

New Widget

You probably noticed the new widget I added to the left side of the blog. It is for the website Free Patterns which posts a new free crochet pattern every day.

Many of the patterns are for toys and dolls, but some are for clothes or home decor items. You might want to take a peek around the site for the previous week's patterns and for knitting, cross-stitch, and quilting patterns. Remember though, the patterns do not stay on the site forever, which is why I haven't added their links. I thought this way would be better.

You do have to sign up to gain access to the patterns, but it is free and I think only requires an email address.

Also, I added a few new patterns last week including one for the Teenage Mutant Turtles under Retro Patterns. This one is on my to do list!

Have fun looking around!

Flickr group featured on Craftzine!

Hey guys! Craftzine has featured our new Flickr group on their blog. Check it out and then swing by Flickr to sign up! I see a few of you on there already and Planet June's new adorable pics.

I am finishing up my Christmas presents now, but when those are done I hope to start on some toys. I can't wait to see everyone's finished projects.

New Flickr Group

There are so many patterns I want to try, but I just don't have the time. I would love to see how they look finished though.

So, I have decided to set up a Flickr group. It is open to everyone, but is designed for those who want to submit pictures of their WIPs or finished dolls or toys from patterns found on this site. The group is called A Crochet Toy Chest and you can find it here.

I have started by including some of my pictures. I have also included a link to the free pattern or sale pattern with the picture (we want the designers to get the credit for their cute patterns).

If you have any questions or problems with signing up, shoot me an email. I'm fairly new to Flickr, so I'll try to help as best as I can. And of course, if you know of any patterns that you think should be included on the site please email me. I'll put them on as soon as I can.

Thanks everyone! I can't wait to see your pictures!!!