Miniature Whimsical Birdcage by Cylinda D. Mathews

Miniature Whimsical Birdcage

Crochet
October 1998
Thread ?
2 rows = ½” / 1 dtrtrc = 7/8”/ 4 dc = 3/8”
1.5 mm
100 - 150 yards (91 - 137 m)
4 ½” T x 2 ¾” dia
US
English
This pattern is available for $4.50 USD
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Our adorable dome shaped crochet miniature birdcage is home to a couple of small flocked birds. Dressed in plenty of ribbons and flowers to please the most fanciful, its sure to be a favorite for spring and summer.

Materials:
• Sm amt 100% cotton thread, size 10
• Steel crochet hook size 8 USA (1.50 mm)

Molding Materials:
• Commercial fabric stiffener
• Plastic wrap
• 1-8 oz can tomato sauce
• 1 (2 ½” dia) Styrofoam ball, cut in half
• Rust proof pins

Finishing Material:
• 1-yd (1/8” W) ribbon, color A
• 1-yd (1/8” W) ribbon, color B
• 1/3-yd (¼” W) ribbon, color C
• 2-3 miniature flowers
• 5-6 miniature leaves
• 2 miniature-flocked birds
• Glue

Finished Size: 4 ½” T x 2 ¾” dia
Gauge: 2 rows = ½” / 1 dtrtrc =
7/8”/ 4 dc = 3/8”

Skill Level: Experienced