Crocheted Owls

I've been trying my hand at crochet over the Christmas break.

I'm a complete novice, never having tried it before, but found it quite easy to pick up and immensely satisfying.

Here's a great project for beginners; these devastatingly cute little owls!

A Box of Owls

The pattern is simple enough for a beginner to follow. It's by Ana Clerc and can be found here:

www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/owls-two-ways-knit

Owl Line-Up

The pattern suggests using buttons, felt, etc for eyes.  All are good! I made my eyes by crocheting a small circle (chain 6, SC into first chain to make circle. 2 SC next 6 stitches - makes a 12 stitch circle). Sew 6mm beads onto the crochet circle, then sew onto the owl. You need to make 2 for each owl.

The beak is made from a red triangle of handmade paper, which I stitched on with red thread.

My kids absolutely adore these little fellas and are asking for them in a variety of colourways.

Good luck!

Kate x.