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My new blog is very exciting indeed! I just love all of the new tools that I have to work with! I am a lot more organized with my contests and giveaways!  I wanted to welcome my new subscribers! Thank you very much to everyone that has visited my new website and blog. I just wanted to let people know that I have been seeing all of my new subscribers and all of the comments that you have been sending me. If I don’t respond right away, then life happenings have occurred, and I will respond as soon as I am able to. The Contests/Giveaways will be scheduled on time unless a life event occurs, and I will let everyone know if that should happen and what the new dates are, but for now, everything is Golden and right on schedule!

You have to contact me via email and let me know that you are “at least 18 years of age and from the USA.” Go to the “Contact” button at the top of my HOME page to email me.

The other thing I wanted to mention again, is that the random free drawing is a two-step process:

1. Become a new subscriber: go to my “Subscribe” button on the Home page. You can unsubscribe at any time. It is free to subscribe to my blog.
2. Go to my “Contact” button and fill out your information, and in the comments please make sure that you say that you are from the USA and are at least 18 years of age.

Yes! It is that easy. I will then respond that you have been entered into my random free drawing for 1May18.

If you don’t receive an email from me stating that I have entered you into my random free drawing for the $100 Amazon e-gift card, then you HAVE NOT been entered for whatever reason. Please contact me.

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I have placed all of the entries in the “Paris” decorative box, and I will be mixing up the entries until the drawing on 1May18. One name will be drawn randomly. It is free to enter the random drawing. No purchase necessary! I have 66,709 subscribers on my YouTube Channel as of 23 Apr 2018 and growing daily, but as you can see, there is only a small number that like participating in giveaways for whatever reason. This makes your odds of winning much better, and it is still manageable for me to hold these giveaways for you! It is my way of saying Thank You, and it is fun for me too!

I wanted to share with you some of the wonderful comments that I received from people. These are the same type of people that have been so supportive of me over the years. They are generous people with hearts of gold. I just wanted to let you know that I also recognized all of my loyal followers, and I wanted to thank you for supporting me!!!  I am not going to post the short comments of support, even though those make my day as well. I am just going to post a few of the longer comments:

From Judy L.: “Hi Helen!…yes I am from the U.S. I am…years old as well. I love watching your videos, and love how you explain step by step everything! I can’t wait to see who wins the giveaway. Thank you so much for doing such a sweet and thoughtful thing for your subscribers. You are amazing!”

From “Mae west of the Rockies”:  “I’m actually 18×3 lol  …(she put her age) here. I love all your patterns, you are truly gifted. Last year I started the MM pattern, then I had Christmas gifts to finish and put yours aside. Now I want to get back to it, but have completely forgot where I left off. Any ideas on how to figure that out? Once it’s complete, I’m donating to a wonderful organization for their annual fundraiser. Helping Hands is near and dear to my heart, as I am a recipient of one of their helper monkeys, as I am in a wheelchair. So any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!”

From Judy C.: “I want to participate in the giveaway. 🙂 I’m proud to be from the USA! I am way over 18 years old. LOL 🙂 I love your tutorials…Everyone wants a Husky Dog! Took an extra small dog Husky to a retirement apartment center. Gave him to one of my best great friends for a gift exchange at her apartment. (((Everyone fell in love with “Lucky”!))) I think I’ll make her a cat and 2 small dogs for her birthday in the summer 🙂 and one of those awesome kitchen towels…She did not turn the Husky in yet for the exchange cause she is showing it off to everybody! She wants to keep it…:)–she didn’t show it to her granddaughter because she would want it. The apartment tenants are even asking for cats too!…..crocheting the huskies has been such a stress relief…He said “Rascal” brings him luck…The magic of crochet…That is the definition of some awesome patterns and a great deal of fun for everybody. Kudos to you Helenmay!

 

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If you would like to purchase your own crochet amigurumi giraffe PDF written pattern, here is the direct Ravelry link: Helenmay Crochet Amigurumi Giraffe PDF written pattern

General Material List for my Crochet Amigurumi Giraffe:

• You will need a 4.0mm crochet hook.  You can see me using these crochet hooks in most of my YouTube video tutorials. If you would like to buy a set of these crochet hooks, here is a direct link:    Amazon USA:   Crochet Hook Set, 10 sizes Amazon UK: Crochet Hook Set Amazon Canada: Wow! This set looked like the best value for the money, and you get extra goodies with your crochet hooks 11 Sizes Crochet Hook Set,Ergonomic Grip Crochet Hooks Kit,With Crochet Hook Case Organizer,Comfort Grip Crochet NeedlesPlastic Sewing Yarn Needles,Stitch Markers,Row Counter & More!
• 1 Tapestry or Darning needle. I have provided links for some of my favorite Tapestry and Darning needles that I use:  For a sharp darning needle set like mine:  Amazon USA: 7-Piece Yarn Darners Hand Needles, Size 14/18For a blunt needle set:  Large-eye Blunt Needles Steel Yarn Knitting Needles Sewing Needles, 9 Pieces (Silver)  Amazon UK: 7-Piece Yarn Darners Hand Needles, Size 14/18  For a blunt needle set:  Large-eye Blunt Needles Steel Yarn Knitting Needles Sewing Needles, 9 Pieces (Silver)  Amazon Canada:  You don’t need 15 pieces, but if you like having different sizes available, then this is the set for you  15 Pieces Blunt Needles Steel Large-eye Yarn Knitting Needles Sewing Needles, 3 Sizes   and   7 Piece Yarn Darners Hand Needles, Size 14/18
• 1 pair of scissors. If you need new scissors, Amazon USA:   8″ Straight Titanium Bonded Scissors, Grey/Yellow, 2 Per Pack  Amazon UK: 8″ Straight Titanium Bonded Scissors, Grey/Yellow, 2 Per Pack  Amazon Canada: Ultra Smooth Titanium Bonded Straight Scissors 8″, 2 Count
• 1 pair of 20mm craft safety doll eyes. This set has multiple colors to choose from:  These are my favorite safety doll eyes to use, and you have many multi-colored sizes to choose from 4.5mm up to 24mm, click here, or the picture: 

Amazon UK: Safety Eyes 20mm Brown 10 Pr , or you can try these 3D eyes (I haven’t attempted to try these eyes, so I hope that you will let me know how your crochet giraffe turns out if you decide to try them.  THEY LOOK STUNNING! They want too much for them on the Amazon USA site.)  Pack of 5 Pairs – 3D Green Eyes with Plastic Backs – 20mm – Safety Eyes for Soft Toy or Teddy Bear MakingAmazon Canada: WOW! You are going to love the value for these mixed sizes, multi-colored safety eye pack that includes 20mm  100 Pieces 8-20mm Mixed Color Plastic Safety Eyes with Washers for Teddy Bear Making – 8mm

• 1 skein of Red Heart Super Saver Gold colored yarn. (**Big Twist Yarn Value Gold colored also works well for this crochet pattern): Amazon USA:  Bulk Buy: Red Heart Super Saver Yarn (3-Pack) Gold E300-321 Amazon UK: Bulk Buy: Red Heart Super Saver Yarn (3-Pack) Gold E300-321  Amazon Canada:  It was hard to find a good “gold” colored yarn on Amazon Canada for a value price, here are links to show you what color gold I used, and you may like the choices, or try to find similar choices elsewhere: Coats: Yarn Red Heart E300.0321 Super Saver Economy Yarn, Gold  or try Coats: Yarn Red Heart with Love E400.1207 Yarn, Cornsilk
• ***optional color for the male crochet giraffe that I used was: 1 skein of Red Heart Super Saver Black colored yarn. Amazon USA: Yarn Red Heart Super Saver Black 7 oz – 198 grams – 364 yards Amazon UK: Bulk Buy: Red Heart Super Saver Yarn (3-Pack) Black E300-312  Amazon Canada: Coats: Yarn Red Heart Super Saver Yarn, Black
• ***optional color for the female crochet giraffe that I used was: 1 skein of Red Heart Super Saver Glow Worm colored yarn: Amazon USA:   Yarn Red Heart Super Saver 3620 Glow Worm 7 oz – 198 grams – 364 yards Amazon UK: If you want only 1 skein, Coats Yarn Red Heart Super Saver Yarn-Glow Worm, Other, Multicoloured Bulk: Bulk Buy: Red Heart Super Saver Yarn (3-Pack) Glow Worm E300-3620  Amazon Canada: Sorry, but the prices were so astronomical that I couldn’t recommend any of the “Glow Worm” colored yarn for the Amazon Canada site, but you can always choose another beautiful color for your female crochet giraffe scarf and bow. Check out this beautiful color: James Brett Top Value DK Double Knitting Wool 100% Acrylic Yarn 100g Ball (Lilac 8431) or, you may like James Brett Top Value DK Double Knitting Wool 100% Acrylic Yarn 100g Ball (Light Peach 848) by James Brett  or, how about MINT GREEN   James Brett Top Value DK Double Knitting Wool 100% Acrylic Yarn 100g Ball (Mint Green 8413)
• **optional color for the female crochet giraffe that I used was: 1 skein of Caron Simply Soft Sage colored yarn (If you are using my link, please make sure that you pick the “Sage” color:  Amazon USA:  Bulk Buy: Caron Simply Soft Yarn Solids (3-Pack) Sage H97003-9705 Amazon UK: 1 skein: Caron Simply Soft Sage Colored Yarn or  Bulk Buy: Caron Simply Soft Yarn Solids (3-Pack) Sage H97003-9705  Amazon Canada: Caron Simply Soft Solids Yarn – (4) Medium Gauge 100% Acrylic – 6 oz – Sage – Machine Wash & Dry
• 1 skein of Vannas Choice Honey Colored Yarn. Amazon USA:  Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice Yarn (130) Honey  Amazon UK: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice Yarn (130) Honey  Amazon Canada: Vanna’s choice was too astronomically priced in Canada, so here are some recommendations for colors that you may like for your crochet Giraffes spots:  I was able to try and match the honey color closely to this light brown from Ice yarns Lot of 8 Skeins ICE YARNS Baby Summer Light Brown or you may like, James Brett Top Value DK Double Knitting Wool 100% Acrylic Yarn 100g Ball (Dark Taupe 842)  or you may like James Brett Top Value DK Double Knitting Wool 100% Acrylic Yarn 100g Ball (Rusty Brown 8410)
• ***optional color for the male crochet giraffe’s scarf that I used was: 1 skein of Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red colored yarn: Amazon USA: Yarn Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red 7 oz – 198 grams – 364 yards  Amazon UK:  Bulk Buy: Red Heart Super Saver Big Ball Yarn (3-Pack) Cherry Red E302B-319  Amazon Canada: Prima Marketing E267-912 Heart Classic Yarn, Cherry Red
• 1 skein of Red Heart Metallic White Yarn: Amazon USA:  Coats & Clark E400BM.8010 Red Heart with Love Metallic, White Amazon UK:  I couldn’t find the link for Red Heart with love metallic white yarn, but I found an equivalent yarn on the UK link that looks really good for the price Cygnet Chunky Gems 220 – Diamond (Wool) Amazon Canada: Coats & Clark E400BM.8010 Red Heart with Love Metallic, White
• ***optional: I used craft wire in my giraffes to help stabilize their heads and make their necks malleable. In video tutorial I used a coated malleable copper wire from the hardware store, but you could use a 12 gauge Aluminum Floral Wire as well. You can get this cheaper at Joann craft store. Walmart also has a section for craft wire, but I am not sure if they also have it in their artificial plant section too. If you would like to see what it looks like, or purchase it for convenience here is the direct link: Amazon USA:  WIRED ACCENTS Mzca-20 Floral Aluminum Wire Gold 12 Gauge X 5 Yards  Amazon UK: WIRED ACCENTS Floral Aluminum Wire Gold 12 Gauge X 5 Yards  Amazon Canada:  This looked like the exact equivalent to the craft wire that I used  Artistic Wire, Aluminum Craft Wire 12 Gauge Thick, 12 Meter Spool, Natural Aluminum

 

 

If you want to order a super value pack of multiple sized sew-on googly eyes, click here!!

You will need to use a very slender tapestry needle with a large eye. Don’t forget your yarn threader for the googly eyes, click here.

Part 1 of 2 Video Tutorial:

 

Part 2 of 2 Video Tutorial:

 

I was contacted via my blog by Linda and she said: “Hi Helen. I downloaded your King Charles spaniel last year and have crocheted the head and one leg before I had… health issues. I pulled out my basket yesterday to work on him but when I went to my computer to pull up the pattern, it wasn’t there. My computer had to be restored back to mfg settings a few months ago so I have lost the pattern.  Is there any way you can send me the pattern. I will be happy to pay extra from what you ask to get it. Thank you   Linda Travis in North Carolina”

My Crochet Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog used to be only a PDF written pattern, but now it has a YouTube video tutorial!  I first wrote the pattern 3 years ago and I just made the YouTube video tutorial on 17Dec20.  If you would like to purchase the written pattern, here is the direct Ravelry link: Crochet Cavalier Spaniel Dog PDF Written Pattern.

Here are the YouTube video tutorials:

Part 2 of 2 video tutorial:

The following was written on my blog prior to 18Apr19.  I updated it on 17Dec20.

I like to crochet for charitable causes, and I made my Crochet Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog written pattern for my Hope Zero Prostate Cancer Fundraiser Giveaway in September 2017.  I gave the crochet written pattern away for free to those who participated in the fundraiser. I didn’t receive any money from the fundraiser. 100% of the donations went directly to Hope Zero Prostate Cancer. I then placed the downloadable written pattern on Ravelry as a paid pattern. The downloadable PDF written pattern was available for free on my blog until 17Dec20.   If you would like to see the names of the winners from my Hope Zero Prostate Cancer Fundraiser Giveaway in September 2017, here is the non-monetized short video clip:

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This YouTube video tutorial is perfect for creating an adorable crochet prayer bear that is completely hand made. A little hint: For lighter bears, choose darker yarns for the eyes, and for darker bears, use lighter yarn for the eyes. Here is the video tutorial, if you would like to crochet one:

If you are a beginner crocheter, and you want to try a crochet bear that is a little smaller at first, here is a direct link to my crochet sleepy bear You Tube video tutorial:

 

I like to use pictures of my Crochet work on handmade cards. Here is an example of one that I made using my Crochet Precious Prayer Bear:

I used my lap top’s Paint program to spruce of the picture, and then I used these products to make my handmade cards:  For the cards, click here.  Multi-colored, click here.For the item I used to place the picture on the card, click here.

Susan contacted me and sent me a request for the Crochet Written Pattern for my Crochet Prayer Bears. I originally had the pages for this pattern uploaded into my Helenmay Crochet You Tube Channel Facebook Group Files from 17Oct2016 for my group members. I moved the written pattern for download on my blog, but it is now removed on 23Oct18.

Crochet Prayer Bear PDF Written Pattern is now only available for:

Helenmay Crochet Special Donor Members

 

 

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