Carissa Macpherson

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Crochet: Backpack
There are two texture-filled backpack designs included in this pattern duo. Both were created for the 2023 Crochet Tournament, both include optional colour play, and both are available in both US and UK terms. Each backpack can be made with almost any yarn, although 8-ply cotton is recommended for size, durability and shape retainment.
Crochet: Cozy - Other
Enzo the Echidna Pot Plant Cosy comes in two styles - a beginner version (latch-hooked spines and basic features) and an intermediate version (crocheted spines and more detailed features). I have nicknamed my prototype ‘Frankie’, as he is a combination of the two styles and two different colour schemes .
Crochet: Cowl, Scarf
The Mountain Ridge Cowl was designed to mirror the beautiful, ribbed texture of the Mountain Ridge Beanie. It can be made with any two strands of worsted weight or one strand of bulky yarn, and can be easily adjusted to suit your sizing preferences. Instructions are also included for a scarf version, and different colours and yarn types could b...
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
This Mountain Ridge Beanie was designed to be a loose-fitting beanie/toque, but can be easily adapted to suit individual tastes. The design includes several sizes and could be made with any two strands of worsted weight or one strand of bulky yarn. It is quick to work up and beautifully-textured, with the start of the beanie designed to look li...
Crochet: Bookmark
The Sunflower Chain Bookmark can be created in any colours of your choosing. It uses a total of 11g of 4-ply yarn and works up quickly for an easy and decorative addition to your bookmark collection (cotton yarn is recommended for a long-lasting result). The first three rounds of the pattern are used as a guide for sizing, but gauge is not sign...
Crochet: Afghan block
Welcome to the Unity Remix & Extension: Block Nine!
Crochet: Bag - Other
The Dreamweaver Crochet Bag consists of a textured wave design with woven embellishments and toggle bead clasps. It can be made in a range of sizes, is easily customisable, and can be decorated to your heart’s content! Designed to be a fun, one-skein beginner’s project when created in the small size, the pattern also provides unique stitching a...
Crochet: Animal Toy
This sweet little marsupial loves to make new friends, and spends much of his time playing hide and seek (he knows the best hiding places!). When he isn’t busy socialising, Theodore can be found napping in the sun, or foraging for yummy leaves and shoots at night. He has his own kangaroo paw, and stands at around 27cm in height.
Crochet: Animal Toy
Introducing the adorable Dippy Jnr the Diplodocus! When created in worsted weight yarn, this little dinosaur stands at 34cm tall, and is 48cm from his nose to the tip of his tail. He comes with his own pith helmet and butterfly, and was created for the Amigurumi Patterns Prehistoric Times Design Contest. Dippy Jnr is an easily customised little...
Crochet: Cowl
This warm, textured cowl was inspired by my Mum, Greta Marley. Its stitches take the form of hugs and kisses, and the rolled edge provides a beautiful, raised border. Like a mother’s love, it will wrap you in warmth and comfort on even the coldest of days. The pattern example was created in the soft Fiddlesticks Superb Tweed, but any bulky yarn...
Crochet: Doll
This magical little being loves nothing more than to play hide and seek amongst the garden flowers. Created with worsted weight yarn, she stands at 12cm tall and has a wing span of 16cm. Enlie the Garden Fairy is classed as an intermediate pattern due to the small pieces and joining techniques involved. As always, I have provided a number of ex...
Crochet: Doll
Cali the Toadstool Fairy is custom designed for our Toadstool Cottage pattern (featured in photo, sold separately). When she isn’t busy taking care of her cottage, Cali loves nothing more than to hide away in your pocket and go on exciting adventures! She stands at 4cm in height when created in 8-ply yarn, and is classed as an advanced beginner...
Crochet: Animal Toy
Welcome to Kit the Baby Bunny! This gorgeous little rabbit is made in the ragdoll style, and can be laid out flat or folded up into a sitting position. The example used in the pattern is made with Caron Latte Cakes (to create a fuzzy look), but any yarn or colours can be used. Options for several different types of eyes are provided in the inst...
Crochet: Hair accessories
The Tiers and Turrets Scrunchie is designed to be a fun and quick project. It is ideal for beginners who are learning the difference between single, double and triple crochet, and is easily adaptable to different sizes and yarn weights. I hope you have fun creating a colourful rainbow of scrunchies, as I don’t think you will be able to stop at ...
Crochet: Hair accessories
The A Touch of Spring Flower Scrunchie is designed to be a fun and quick project. It is ideal for beginners who are learning to do triple crochet, and is easily adaptable to different sizes and yarn weights. I hope you have fun creating a colourful rainbow of flower scrunchies, as I don’t think you will be able to stop at one!
Crochet: Decorative - Other
The perfect shape and size for a doorstop, this sweet little Toadstool Cottage could also be used for decoration in a nursery, a child’s play set, or even a colourful paperweight. It is easily customised using different yarn types and thicknesses, making it easy to produce a one-of-a-kind creation. The pattern includes detailed, written instruc...
Crochet: Animal Toy
Baby Gunter is the latest in our Gunter the Elephant pattern series, and comes with his own teddy and blanket. This little cutie stands at 5.5cm in height, and is made using a combination of 8 ply and chunky yarn. Baby Gunter can be easily customised with different yarn weights and types, as well as different colours and positions (examples of ...
Crochet: Doll Clothes - Other
Gunter at the Movies has been tested by two separate crocheters, and includes detailed steps with photographs. It does not include Gunter himself. This pattern addition for #guntertheelephant consists of 3D glasses, a packet of peanuts and some cheeky little mice. I do hope Gunter doesn’t mistake those mice for peanuts… I think he is too caught...
Crochet: Animal Toy
Make your very own Gunter the Elephant with this clear and detailed pattern from Whipstitch Wing Creations. The pattern includes photos, step-by-step instructions and helpful hints to make both a sitting and a standing version of this cute little character. It is aimed at Intermediate crocheters, but could be done by anyone familiar with basic ...