Carol Ballard

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Crochet: Doily
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Slippers
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Poncho
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Table Runner
Skill Level-Easy
Crochet: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Skill Level: Beginner
Crochet: Animal Toy, Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Outfit
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Slouch Hat
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Fairly quick and simple, made using leftover scraps.
Crochet: Doily
Pattern has been re-edited for modern terms.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Table Setting - Other
Works up fairly quick and easy with a #3 weight yarn.
Crochet: Cardigan
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Throw
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Cleaning - Other
Washable and reusable mop covers for swiffer style mops in 2 sizes for the 10” x 5” mop and the 15” x 5” mop.  The flat style can be used for damp mopping and the fluffy style is great for dry dusting.
Crochet: Cardigan, Beanie, Toque
Aran style sweater that includes directions for boy’s or girl’s button front. Pattern also includes matching hat.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pattern includes skirt, blouse and boots that were designed to go with At Summer’s End Poncho. A fun back to school outfit or great for a walk among the leaves!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Perfect for those early fall days!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pattern includes overalls with long sleeves, hat, vest and boots.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pattern includes Dress, Hat, Shoes and Socks
Crochet: Containers, Potholder
Crochet: Poncho
Versatile, turtle neck poncho can be made with or without hood, with or without critter ears, Available in sizes 2-7.
Crochet: Containers
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Potholder
Clean and simple geometric design potholders, easy -intermediate skill level. These potholders are worked using 2 strands of size 10 cotton crochet thread. Made with simple sc. Extra thick potholders for everyday use.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
All set for a day in the sun!
Crochet: Softies - Other
Sofa-approx. 12” wide x 11”high at back, 6 ½” deep at seat.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pert little dress with matching cloche, petticoat, shoes and socks. Suitable for AG, Gotz and similar 18” dolls.
Crochet: Booties
5 different bootie patterns for boys or girls
Crochet: Hats - Other
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Beret, Tam
Designed to go with Draft Dodger Legwarmers and Scarf and Slippers.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Just in time for a Storybook Halloween……..the Littlest Witch…or….worked in Red and you have Little Red Riding Hood!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Yee-Ha! Cowgirl outfit includes pants, skirt, vest, blouse, hat and boots. Add some rick rack to the vest and even to the pants and don’t forget the tin star!
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Fun little hat for winter or summer. Note: for boys, omit bow and top trim
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Fits all dolls with a 12” head circumference.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Who didn’t want to run away and join the circus? Now she can! This clown costume includes the clown suit with ruffled collar, clown wig and clown shoes…..just add big red nose!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Let your little girl’s imagination take her on a flying carpet ride with 1001 stories from the Arabian Nights, with Scheherazade, Aladdin and his magical lamp and the Genie, Sinbad and his wonderful voyages and Ali Baba and the 40 thieves.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Autumn is just around the corner. Perfect, cool weather outfit for a walk in the leaves. Crochet pattern includes cinch waist dress with falling leaf appliques, beret, poncho, boots and socks.
Crochet: Cardigan
Fairly quick and easy and practically no sew. Also includes matching slippers. Designed for both girl’s and boy’s.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
“Thursday’s child has far to go” Mother Goose
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Monday’s child is fair of face…………pattern includes coulottes, vest, blouse, hat and shoes.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Crochet pattern includes coulottes, button back top, button front vest, fedora style hat and slip on shoes for a 14” doll. The model used was a Toni doll.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pattern includes: Skirt, Sweater, Top, Stormy Kromer Style Hat, Shoes and Socks for 14” “child style”doll
Crochet: Bedding
Dogbone shape mat is perfect for food bowls for a small to medium size dog. Perfect with the matching dog bed. A little style for your favorite friend.
Crochet: Mittens
Skill Level: Intermeiate
Knitting: Mittens
3 different patterns for mittens in sizes for Toddlers, Kids, Teens and Adults. All easy skill, uses various yarns and basic stitches.
Knitting: Cardigan
I wanted an everyday knit sweater that was pretty easy to work up. I went with a crocheted trim because it accommodated my basic knit skills. I liked the way the first one came out that I did a 2nd one, also.
Crochet: Potholder
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Cardigan
This has definitely been a cold and brutal winter! Really needed something bright and cheerful because everything else is covered in white since October!
Crochet: Cardigan
Made in one piece with no sewing. Loose fitting sweater jacket with tie belt.
Crochet: Boot Cuffs / Toppers
Supplies: H/8/5mm, I/9/5.5mm Crochet Hook, 50 grams Rowan Yorkshire Tweed-Aran #417/Lot 19G4, yarn needle.
Knitting: Boot Cuffs / Toppers
It’s my first attempt at a knit patterns. The instructions and design are fairly basic.
Knitting: Boot Cuffs / Toppers
It’s designed with basic skills.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
I like the mile a minute afghans, but never really cared for the “rounded ends” on each strip. This is designed to eliminate that! This blanket can be worked up fairly quickly and can be easily adjusted to most any size.
Crochet: Animal Toy, Baby Blanket
Full size crib blanket can be worked in any length. 4 matching toys-lion, sheep, mouse and elephant.
Crochet: Slippers
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Mittens
Mittens on a String for the whole family! Best of all….the string is easily removed. Buttons on the end of the string fits a buttonhole on the ribbing of the mitten.
Crochet: Cowl, Purse / Handbag, Fingerless Gloves, Cloche Hat
Beige Brick Eggshell Tan
Crochet: Decorative - Other
Bright and cheery tree skirt with little Scotties running around!
Crochet: Table Runner
Simple pattern that can easily be adapted to almost any size. Perfect as a dresser scarf, table runner, placemat or coaster when you really don’t want something that is real “frilly”.
Crochet: Table Runner
This works up easy and can be adjusted to most any size from very small to very big!. Perfect for that place where you don’t want a frilly and lacy covering.
Crochet: Scarf, Legwarmers, Mittens, Beret, Tam
Supplies: Size H and J Crochet Hook, Red Heart Classic Yarn, Yarn Needle, 1” Buttons, Needle and Thread.
Crochet: Scarf
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Errata from designer in comments on blog:
Crochet: Booties
Supplies: Size F/5/3.75mm and G/6/4mm Crochet Hook, 2 oz. Bernat Satin Sport –Aran #03007-A and 1 oz. Bernat Baby Jacquards-Berries and Cream #06412-B, yarn needle, 4 googly eyes with shank, 2 pony beads.
Crochet: Cardigan
6-9 Months
Crochet: Scarf, Fingerless Gloves
Mommy and Me and Dolly makes 3!! Add these trendy crochet accessories to your winter wardrobe, and step out together in cozy, warm style. These easy, gorgeous scarves and mitts are worked in delicate-looking shell stitches making them big on appeal - not bulk. The simple construction and basic stitches used make these projects fun and relaxing ...
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pattern includes overalls, shorts, t-shirt and tank top, hi top tennis shoes, legwarmers and skateboard and safety helmet and pads. Mix and match…..just like Garanimals!
Crochet: Slippers
Easy and fun pattern, easily adjusted to larger sizes with a change in hook and/or yarn wt.
Crochet: Cardigan, Tote, Earflap Hat, Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
This is a large pattern that includes sweater, hat and tote in Girl’s sizes 5, 6. 7 and also includes sweater, pants, hat, tote and boots for 18” doll.
Crochet: Scarf
This scarf works up really quick and easy! So easy that a beginner with minimal skills could do it! The results are so very feminine and really pretty. It’s a bit of a booger to keep stretching the yarn as you go, but once you get the hang of it, it does get easier and faster.
Crochet: Costume
For Halloween or Dress Up, just add plaid shirt, bandana and tin star…… Set includes Cowboy Hat, Vest and Batwing Chaps. Sized to fit Toddlers 2-4 for boys or girls!
Crochet: Mid-calf Socks
Who said knitters have all the fun!
Crochet: Beanie, Toque, Accessories - Other
Infant Cuddle Cocoon-worked in worsted wt. yarn with floral appliques and a matching flower hat. Size is approximately 24” x 18” and fits 0-3 months.
Crochet: Doll Clothes - Other
Dress is designed to fit a 12” teddy bear, but may also fit a 15”-18” baby doll.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Super fun and super easy! This can be adapted to fit infants to adults!
Crochet: Slippers
Slipper is available in 3 sizes-sole measures 8-8.5”, 9-9.5” and 10-10.5”.
Crochet: Doll Clothes - Other
Dress, hat and shoes with lace trim designed to fit 12” teddy bear. This would probably fit a 15-18” baby doll also.
Crochet: Earflap Hat
Crochet: Mittens
Mittens designed to match Boy’s Squishy Hat and Girl’s Squishy Tie Hat.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
The lab coat, cap, facemask and shoes are worked seamless. The pants require 1 seam.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
For that special little girl whose Mommy or Daddy is serving. Pattern includes pants, jacket, hat, shoes and duffle bag. Quick and easy pattern worked in worsted weight.
Crochet: Hats - Other
Fun little hat, pattern includes 3 sizes to fit newborn to toddler.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Time to think about Halloween! Fun costume for an American Girl doll or any other comparable 18” doll. Pattern is quick and easy and includes Pumpkin, Pants, Hat, Boots and Trick or Treat Bag.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Vest
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Leggings
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Slippers
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Scarf, Beanie, Toque
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Convertible Gloves
Designed to go along with MioMi Hat and Scarf.
Crochet: Scarf
Designed to go with MioMi Slouch Beret.
Crochet: Beret, Tam
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Guess who’s ready for the St. Patrick’s Day parade!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
This outfit includes the skirt, blouse with waist tie, shawl, shoes and a skimmer hat. A perfect little ensemble for a trip to Mexico or to the Caribbean Islands.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Sweet, vintage style outfit includes 2 tiered skirt, blouse, bloomers, hat and shoes. Each item in this pattern is designed in one piece except for the bloomer, which require 1 seam.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Skill Level: Intermediate.
Crochet: Cardigan
Size 12 months: Chest-20”, Back, neck to bottom of sweater-11”, Back, shoulder to shoulder-9”, Sleeve-at shoulder seam 8” plus cuff.
Crochet: Beret, Tam
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Beret, Tam
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Mid-calf Socks
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Mid-calf Socks
Super easy, toe up, one piece, no sewing.
Crochet: Mittens
hild’s Cable Mittens- Size: mitten measures 5.5” wrist to finger tip
Crochet: Mid-calf Socks
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level-Intermediate
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
She’s all set to rock at the sock hop!
Crochet: Cardigan, Soakers, Booties, Bonnet
Chest-16” Sleeve (Underarm-wrist) 7” Length from Shoulder to Bottom of Sweater-10”
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
One of 6 patterns available in ebook
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Earflap Hat
A quick and easy pattern for a really fun hat! Average size (20-21”).
Crochet: Earflap Hat, Stocking
Create a winter fashion statement when out on the slopes or the hills or even on the rink! Fun and versatile set!
Crochet: Scarf, Mittens
Open thumb mittens for texting and a scarf with a fastener!
Crochet: Earwarmers
Easy, beginner’s pattern that is easily adjustable to fit ages 4-12.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
For different sizes, change yarn weight and/or hook size. Add decorations as desired.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Christmas Stocking
Shown with 4 ply worsted wt. and G hook. Can easily be made larger or smaller by changing hook or yarn weight.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Off to a party or to a Little Miss America Pagent!
Crochet: Containers, Softies - Other
Chair Fun storage chair, great for doll clothes or accessories or even a secret hiding place for a little girl’s special things.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pattern instructions includes skirt, vest, socks, beret, blouse, shoes and purse for 18” doll.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
Bed:
Crochet: Costume
Quick and easy and just in time for Halloween…..just add plaid shirt and tin star!
Crochet: Decorative - Other
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Great with matching Men’s Mitts on a String.
Crochet: Softies - Other
Crochet in one piece, then fold and sew!
Crochet: Mittens
For the guy that loses everything!
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
Add to your doll’s living room with the matching chair and footstool! Made for 8”-12” dolls.
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
Doll Sofa Approximately 9 1/2” x 6 1/2”……..matching chair and footstool coming soon! Perfect for 8-12” dolls.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Quick and easy fun accessories, just perfect for a summer outing or shopping trip!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Yippee Ki Yay! Western style hat, vest and backpack for the American Girl or similar 18 inch doll.
Crochet: Doll
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Doll
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Drawstring Bag
Small bag, about 14-16” in diameter.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
This pattern will clear ALOT of scraps and leftover yarn. This can be worked in any size, any colors, and in any yarn weight, though you need to use the same weight yarn for the complete project. It’s quick and simple and best of all…….no ends to weave in!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Stylish little boots for the American Girl or similar 18 inch doll. A wonderful little addition to her wardrobe. Quick and easy pattern, great for beginners!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Classic and lacy style hat for the American Girl or similar 18 inch doll.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Adorable little sailor halter dress. Perfect for a picnic or yachting!
Crochet: Earwarmers
If this isn’t the coldest winter ever! Keep your ears toasty warm on those winter walks or when skiing or snowmobiling. A great little helmet liner for your cold weather sports or a pert little ear warmer headband.
Crochet: Scarf
Works up quick using sc, dc. Optional picot edge.
Crochet: Legwarmers
Pretty quick and easy, using basic sc and dc.
Crochet: Feet / Legs - Other
Now available in kid’s sizes! Toddler’s size 2 to Child’s size 2.
Crochet: Feet / Legs - Other
Don’t you just love your Crocs ™ ?? Now you can keep your toes toasty warm in the fall and winter using these inserts in your summer Crocs™ and clogs!!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Fairly quick and easy, uses a small amount of 4 ply worsted weight yarn.
Crochet: Pillow / Cushion
Romantic 12 inch pillow, perfect for a ring bearer pillow or can be used as a decorative room pillow.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Containers, Animal Toy
Fun and quick and just in time for Thanksgiving. 13 ounce turkey container done in basic stitches and using a recycled margarine container.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pattern for 6 different winter accessories for your American Girl doll or similar 18″ doll. Set includes Fluff Hat, Fluff Fingerless Mittens, Fluffy Boots, Muff, Mittens on a String and a Scarf. Quick and easy patterns, a great way to use up all your odds and ends of yarn while keeping your doll toasty warm on those cold winter outings!
Crochet: Containers
Plenty of time to finish before Halloween! Easy, peasy pumpkin container, made using basic stitches and 3 lb. margarine container. A great place to stash those treats to avoid any tricks!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
AG Pioneer Style Winter Outfit includes dress, poncho, hat and shoes. Quick and easy set made with granny squares and basic stitches. A great pattern for beginners.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Dainty and adorable dress and smock for the American Girl or similar 18 inch doll. Dress can be worn in 3 different ways to expand her wardrobe! Pattern also includes socks and shoes and hat.
Crochet: Doll
Supplies for Pumpkin: ½ ounce white, 4 ply acrylic yarn; 1 ounce orange, 4 ply acrylic yarn; small amount of green , 4 ply acrylic yarn for collar; small amount of black and red yarn or embroidery thread for facial features, small amount of black, 4 ply acrylic yarn for shoes; 1 ounce 4 ply acrylic yarn for hair, 2 small eyes; needle and thread...
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Pert little dress with matching shoes and socks and snood!
Crochet: Billed Hat
Small-22”, Med. 23”, Large 24”
Crochet: Toys and Hobbies - Other
What to do with all those buttons and wood spools you’ve been saving forever!
Crochet: Headband
Fashionable patterns for 12 different headbands for children or adults. Easy patterns that are great for the beginner and can be adjusted for length for a perfect fit. Unique stretchband in back…stretchband allows for at least a 2 inch stretch. Each band uses a different stitch pattern.
Crochet: Mittens
Easy and quick pattern using 4 ply worsted weight yarn. The same pattern can be used for adult sizes using a size H hook and for infants, using a size F hook and baby weight yarn.
Crochet: Headwear - Other
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Delicate crochet angel makes a lovely ornament or add a base and it’s a beautiful dispaly for clothespin doll collectors.
Crochet: Cloche Hat
Fun and versatile Crush Hat in 2 sizes and fingerless/arm warmer mittens in an easy and quick pattern.
Crochet: Placemat
Quick and easy placemats made with cotton yarn and thread trim. Great with the matching napkin rings. You can add the flowers or trim around without the flowers.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Skill level: Beginner
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Skill level: Beginner
Crochet: Placemat
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Easy on and easy off outfit…perfect for small hands.
Crochet: Containers
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Pet Clothing
Fluffy, turtle neck pullover sweater for your best friend! Create a real fashion statement!
Crochet: Billed Hat
Classic, yet fun style newsboy cap for men and women. Crocheted in acrylic yarn for easy care. Sure to create a fashion statement! Bonus-includes pattern for fingerless mittens.
Crochet: Pillow / Cushion
Simply elegant, vintage style crochet ring bearer pillow. Floral and pineapple design.
Crochet: Applique / Embellishment
Elegant and lovely 9 inch ring bearer pillow. Shown in white, but can be completed in any color. Perfect size for small hands. Featured in Fiyonk.
Crochet: Scarf, Fingerless Gloves, Headband
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Table Setting - Other
4 different floral napkin rings-carnation, primrose, mum and snow puff. Quick and easy.
Crochet: Containers
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Fashionable fall outfit for the American Girl includes skirt, jacket with tie belt, hat and shoes.
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Just add a little nose and eyes and mybe even some whiskers!
Crochet: Child Doll (American Girl, Sasha, etc)
Off to exercise class or off to Paris…..the perfect traveling companion!
Crochet: Pullover
Pattern is for size 6, sizes 8, 10 are given in paretheses.
Crochet: Tablecloth
Cotton crochet tablecloth can be done in any color that suits your mood or even in white! Large, easy to do motifs. By adding and joining additional motifs, this can be done in most any size. Also, with a slight change in the motif and a change in colors, you could have a poinsetta tablecloth for the Christmas holidays!
Crochet: Doll
Just for fun and a great way to use ALL those leftover plastic Easter eggs and scraps of yarn.
Crochet: Applique / Embellishment
Large Rose
Crochet: Ornamental Flower
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Ornamental Flower
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Ornamental Flower
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Doll Clothes - Other
Quick and easy pattern for 12” Teddy Bear.
Crochet: Doll Clothes - Other
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Drawstring Bag
Skill Level: Easy
Crochet: Drawstring Bag
Mini Drawstring Bag-Green-Popcorn Stitch
Crochet: Drawstring Bag
A little something for the beginner.
Crochet: Cleaning - Other
Dust Mitt
Crochet: Placemat, Coaster, Containers
Skill Level: Easy