CHAPTER 1

Angels

SECTION 1

Angel in Flight OrnamentMaterials:

Size 10 crochet cotton thread - white Crochet hook size 6About 1 yard of 1/8” white satin ribbon Small amount of fiber-fillWhite glue12” fishing lineYarn needle

Finished size: About 3"

Beginning at the top of the head:Round 1: Ch 2, work 6 sc in the 2nd ch from hook; (do not join sc rounds...use a marker)Round 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)Round 3: (Sc in the next sc, 2 sc in the next sc) 6 times. (18 sc)Round 4-7: Sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Stuff head lightly with fiberfill after round 7.

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ANGEL IN FLIGHT ORNAMENT Designed by Priscilla Hewitt

Copyright © 1999 Priscilla’s Crochet

Round 8: (Sc in the next sc, sc decrease over the next 2 sc) 6 times. (12 sc)Round 9: (Sc decrease over the next 2 sc) 6 times. (6 sc)Round 10: (Sc in each of the next 2 sc, 2 sc in the next sc) twice; join with a sl st to the first sc. (8 sc)Round 11: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, 2 dc in the same st as joining, 3 dc in the next sc, (ch 2, 3 dc in each of the next 2 dc) 3 times, ch 2, join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (24 dc)Round 12: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, dc in the same st as joining, 2 dc in each of the next 5 dc, ch 2, (2 dc in each of the next 6 sc, ch 2) 3 times; join with a sl st to the top of the begin-ning ch 3. (48 dc)Round 13: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, (2 dc in the next dc, dc in the next dc) 5 times, 2 dc in the next dc, ch 2, *(dc in the next dc, 2 dc in the next dc) 6 times, ch 2.* Repeat from * to * 2 times; join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (72 dc)Round 14: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, dc in each of the next 17 dc, ch 2, (dc in each of the next 18 dc, ch 2) 3 times; join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (72 dc)

Round 15: Ch 4 to count as the first dc and the first ch 1, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 16 times, dc in the next dc, ch 2, *(dc in the next dc, ch 1) 17 times, dc in the next dc, ch 2* Repeat from * to * 2 times; join with a sl st to the 3rd ch of the begin-ning ch 4. (72 dc)

Round 16: Ch 4 to count as the first dc and the first ch 1, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 16 times, dc in the next dc, ch 2, (sc in the next ch 1 sp, ch 3) 16 times, sc in the next ch 1 sp, ch 2, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 17 times, dc in the next dc, ch 2, (sc in the next ch 1 sp, ch 3) 16 times, sc in the next ch 1 sp, ch 2, join with a sl st to the 3rd ch of the beginning ch 4.

Round 17: Ch 4 to count as the first dc and the first ch 1, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 17 times, skip the wing stitches, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 18 times, skip the wing stitches, join with a sl st to the third ch of the beginning ch 3.

Round 18: Sl st into the first ch 1 sp, ch 3 to count as the first dc, dc in the same sp; 2 dc in each ch 1 sp around; join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (72 dc)Round 19: Ch 1, sc in the same st as joining, (ch 3, skip next dc, sc in the next sc) 35 times, ch 3, join with a sl st in the first sc. (36 loops)

Round 20: Sl st into the first ch 3 loop, ch 4 to count as the first dc and the first ch 1; (dc, ch 1) 2 times in the same loop; (dc, ch 1) 3 times in each loop around; join with a sl st to the

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3rd ch of the beginning ch 3. (108 dc) Round 21: (Sc in the next ch 1 sp, ch 3) around; join with a sl st to the first sc. Fas-ten off. weave in ends

Halo: Ch 18, join with a sl st to form ring (ch 1, sl st in the next ch) around, ch 1 sl st in the beginning sl st. Sew or glue to the angel’s head.

Finishing:

Back of angel for finishing details

Thread the yarn needle with the ribbon. Weave the ribbon in and out of rows 15, 16, and 17, cutting ribbon at the end of each row, then overlapping ends and gluing ends together un-der the skirt. With the back of the angel facing you, insert the

ribbon-threaded needle down into the last inside chain-3 loop of the right wing, then up through the last inside ch-3 loop of the left wing. Pull the ribbon tight to draw the bottom of the wings together, then tie in a small bow. Trim ribbon. Tie a bow at the base of the front of the angel’s head. Trim ribbon. Thread the needle with the fishing line. Insert as for the rib-bon that ties the wings together in the loops two up from the wing bow. This will put the angel in a “flying” position when hung. Tie an overhand knot Push the angel’s head back, push her chest out, and arrange the ruffles on the skirt.

Happy Crocheting!

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ANGELS SECTION 2

Flat Pineapple AngelMaterials:

White crochet thread size 105/8” lucite ring6” of 1/4” ribbon (optional)Steel crochet hook size 6

Finished size: About 3 1/2” tallTo work beginning cluster: Ch 2, dc in the first stitch.To work cluster: Yo, insert hook in indicated st and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on hook; yo, insert hook in same st and pull up a loop, yo and pull through 2 loops on hook; yo and pull through remaining 3 loops on hook.

Starting at the head, work 24 sc around the lucite ring; join with a sl st to the first sc. Mark this as the right side.Row 1: Ch 1, sc in the same st as joining; (ch 3, skip next sc, sc in the next sc) 3 times, leaving the remaining stitches un-worked; turn.Row 2: Sl st into the first ch 3 sp, ch 6 to count as the first dc

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FLAT PINEAPPLE ANGEL Designed by Priscilla Hewitt

Copyright © 1999 Priscilla’s Crochet

and the first ch 3, dc in the same sp; (dc, ch 5, dc) in the next ch 3 sp; (dc, ch 3, dc) in the last ch 3 sp; turn.Row 3: Sl st into the first ch 3 sp, ch 3 to count as the first dc, work 6 more dc in the same sp; work 11 dc in the next ch 5 sp; work 7 dc in the next ch 3 sp; turn.Row 4: Work beginning cluster in the first dc, ch 2, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 4 times, dc in the next dc, (ch 2, cluster in the next dc) 2 times, ch 2, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 8 times, dc in the next dc, (ch 2, cluster in the next dc) 2 times, ch 2, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 4 times, dc in the next dc, ch 2, cluster in the last dc, turn.Row 5 (left wing): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 1 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 1 sp) 3 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn, leaving the remaining stitches un-worked.Row 6 (left wing): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp) 2 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 7 (left wing): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 8 (left wing): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.

Row 9 (left wing): Work beginning cluster, ch 1, cluster in the next cluster. Fasten off left wing.Row 5 (dress): With right facing you, skip next ch 2 sp on row 4, attach thread with a sl st to the next cluster, work begin-ning cluster in the same st; ch 2, sc in the next ch 1 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 1 sp) 7 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn, leaving the remaining stitches unworked.

Row 6 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp) 6 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 7 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp) 5 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 8 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp) 4 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 9 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp) 3 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 10 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp) 2 times, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.

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Row 11 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 12 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 2, sc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 2, cluster in the next cluster, turn.Row 13 (dress): Work beginning cluster, ch 1, cluster in the next cluster. Fasten off dressRow 5 (right wing): With right facing you, skip next ch 2 sp on row 4, attach thread with a sl st to the next cluster, work be-ginning cluster in the same st; ch 2, sc in the next ch 1 sp, (ch 3, sc in the next ch 1 sp) 3 times, ch 2, cluster in the next clus-ter, turn.Rows 6-9 (right wing): Work the same as rows 6-9 of the left wing.

Edging: With right side facing you, attach thread with a sl st to the ch 1 sp on row 13 at the bottom tip of the dress; ch 1, sc in the same sp, ch 3, sc in the same sp; working along side of dress (ch 3, sc in the side of the next cluster) 9 times, sc in the skipped ch 2 sp of round 4; working around right wing, sc in the side of the next cluster, (ch 3, sc in the side of the next clus-ter) 4 times, (ch 3, sc in the ch 1 sp at the tip of the wing) 2 times, (ch 3, sc in the side of the next cluster) 6 times, sc around the post of each of the next 2 dc, sc around the post of

the next sc; working around the head, sl st in the next un-worked sc, (ch 1, sl st in the next sc) 16 times; working around the left wing, sc around the post of the next sc, sc around the post of each of the next 2 dc, sc in the side of the next cluster, (ch 3, sc in the side of the next cluster) 5 times, (ch 3, sc in the ch 1 sp at the tip of the wing) 2 times, (ch 3, sc in the side of the next cluster) 5 times; working along side of the dress, sc in the skipped ch 2 sp of round 4, sc in the side of the next clus-ter, (ch 3, sc in the side of the next cluster) 8 times, ch 3, join with a sl st to the first sc. Fasten off. Weave in ends.Finishing: Block, stiffen or spray starch and iron the angel, as desired.

Optional: Tie the ribbon in a small bow and sew or glue to the neck.

Happy Crocheting!

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ANGELS SECTION 3

Granny Square Angels

Materials for each angel:About 1 ounce of either sport weight or worsted weight

white acrylic yarn Crochet hook size D or E (to work VERY tightly)3 long, white chenille stems (or comparable gauge wire)

Gauge: Not important for this project

Make 2 of any of these granny squares for each angel.Granny Square #1Ch 4, join with a sl st to the first ch to form a ring.Round 1: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, 2 dc in the ring, (ch 3, 3 dc in the ring) 3 times, ch 1; join with a hdc to the top of the beginning ch 3 to form the last “ch-3 space”.

Round 2: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, dc in the same ch-3 sp, *dc in each of the next 3 dc, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in the next ch-3 sp* Repeat from * to * 2 times, dc in each of the next 3 dc, 2 dc in the same ch-3 sp as the first dc, ch 1; join with a hdc to the top of the beginning ch 3.

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GRANNY SQUARE ANGELS Designed by Priscilla Hewitt

Copyright © 2000 Priscilla’s Crochet

Round 3: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, dc in the same ch-3 sp, *dc in each of the next 7 dc, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in the next ch-3 sp* Repeat from * to * 2 times, dc in each of the next 7 dc, 2 dc in the same ch-3 sp as the first dc, ch 1; join with a hdc to the top of the beginning ch 3.

Granny Square #2Ch 4, join with a sl st to the first ch to form a ring.Round 1: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, 2 dc in the ring, (ch 3, 3 dc in the ring) 3 times, ch 1; join with a hdc to the top of the beginning ch 3 to form the last “ch-3 space”.Round 2: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, work 2 more dc in the same sp, ch 1, *skip next 3 dc, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 1) in the next ch-3 sp* Repeat from * to * 2 times, skip next 3 dc, 3 dc in the same sp as the beginning sts, ch 1; join with a hdc to the top of the beginning ch 3 to form the last “ch-3 space”.Round 3: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, work 2 more dc in the same sp, ch 1, skip next 3 dc, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1, *skip next 3 dc, (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 1) in the next ch-3 sp, skip next 3 dc, 3 dc in the next ch-1 sp, ch 1* Repeat from * to * 2 times, skip next 3 dc, 3 dc in the same sp as the beginning sts, ch 1; join with a hdc st to the top of the beginning ch 3.

Granny Square #3Ch 4, join with a sl st to the first ch to form a ring.

Round 1: Ch 4 to count as the first dc and the first ch 1, dc in the ring, (ch 3, dc in the ring, ch 1, dc in the ring) 3 times; ch 1, join with a hdc to the 3rd ch of the beginning ch 4 to form the last “ch-3 space”.Round 2: Ch 4 to count as the first dc and the first ch 1, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 2 times, *(dc, ch 3, dc, ch 1) in the next ch 3 sp, ch 1, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 2 times* Repeat from * to * 2 times; dc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 1, join with a hdc to the 3rd ch of the beginning ch 4 to form the last “ch-3 space”.Round 3: Ch 4 to count as the first dc and the first ch 1, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 4 times, *(dc, ch 3, dc, ch 1) in the next ch 3 sp, (dc in the next dc, ch 1) 4 times* Repeat from * to * 2 times; dc in the next ch 3 sp, ch 1, join with a hdc to the 3rd ch of the beginning ch 4 to form the last “ch-3 space”.

HeadCh 2.Round 1: Work 8 sc in the 2nd ch from hook; do not join rounds. Use a stitch marker instead. (8 sc)Round 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around. (16 sc)Rounds 3-4: Sc in each sc around. (16 sc)Round 5: *(Insert hook in the next st and pullup a loop) 2

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times; yo and pull through all 3 remaining loops on hook* Re-peat from * to * 7 times. Fasten off, leaving an 18” yarn tail for sewing.ArmsCut one chenille stem in half. Use one half for the arms. Form the half into a ring, overlapping the ends 1/2”. Starting at the overlap, sc around the chenille stem ring until the ring is gen-erously covered. Fasten off. Weave in ends.Halo Cut the remaining half of the chenille stem in half. Work as for the arms.

Assembly Directions Wing Assembly

1. Lay a chenille stem diagonally across one of the squares as shown. Tie to center of the square (X) with a piece of yarn.

2. Bend the chenille stem as shown. Attach yarn with a sc un-der the chenille stem and into the ch-3 sp.

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3. Fold the square into a triangle around the tied section of the chenille stem. Sc through both thicknesses and around the chenille stem.

4. Work 3 sc in the ch 3 sp of both thicknesses and around the chenille stem. Bend chenille stem as pictured.

5. Continue working sc's halfway up the other side. Bend che-nille stem ends to to overlap (trim if needed), then finish sc'ing closed, working the last sc into the ch-3 sp and around the chenille stem.

Wing EdgingCh 1, turn. Sc in the first sc, (ch 3, skip the next sc, sc in the next sc) around both sides. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Gown Assembly

1. (Back seam) Fold the second square into a triangle as shown, inserting a chenille stem. Join yarn with a sc in the first ch-3 sp and around the chenille stem. Sc through both thicknesses and around the chenille stem, ending with one sc through the next ch-3 spaces and around the chenille stem.

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2. (Gown hem) Open the square to form a cone. Bend the che-nille stem to follow the curve of the hem. Sc in each st and around the chenille stem until you reach the next ch-3 sp. (Photo is from the back of the piece.)

3. (Continuing gown hem) Work 3 sc in the ch-3 sp and around the chenille stem. Bend the chenille stem to follow the curve of the hem.

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4. Continue working a sc in each remaining st and around the chenille stem. Join with a sl st to the last sc on the back seam. Fold any excess chenille stem inside the back seam. Gown Edging (Ch 3, skip the next sc, sc in the next sc) until you reach the center sc at the front point of the hem; work (sc, ch 3, sc) in that st; (ch 3, skip the next sc, sc in the next sc) along the rest of the hem; ch 3; join with a sl st to the joining sl st.

Angel AssemblyStep 1. Thread a yarn needle with the yarn end of the head. Whip stitch loosely around the last round of the head. Insert top point of the gown into the head. Stuff the head with a pinch or two of fiberfill. Pull gently on the yarn end to gather and close the head. Sew the head to the gown.

Step 2. Slide the arms over the head. Using the yarn end of the head, tack a few stitches of the arms to the gown back seam, just below the back of the head.

Step 3: Using the yarn end of the head, sew the center of the wings along the length of the gown back seam. Tie off yarn.Step 4. Sew the halo to the back of the head, as pictured. Pinch the front of the arms to form praying hands, as pic-tured. Sew a loop of fishing line to the center top of the wings, making sure the loop extends beyond the head, to hang. Weave in all ends. Arrange gown and wings, bending chenille stems as needed.

Happy Crocheting!

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ANGELS SECTION 4

Kitchen Angel Towel RingMaterials:

Worsted weight cotton yarn color A = white, color B = hair color

Crochet hook size GWhite kitchen towelTwo 2” lucite ringsOne 2 1/8” velour powderpuffTwo 4mm black beads for eyesPink embroidery flossPowder blushSmall artist’s paintbrushHot glue1" lucite ring

To work loop st: Insert hook in indicated st, wrap yarn twice around index finger holding work, insert hook into two loops formed by finger, yo and pull up a loop, yo and pull through both remaining loops on hook.

HeadStack one lucite ring on top of the other. With color A work 15 sc around both rings, then 20 sc around the top ring only, join with a sl st to the first sc; turn. (The unworked 1/2 ring is the back.)

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KITCHEN ANGEL TOWEL RING Designed by Priscilla Hewitt

Copyright © 2000 Priscilla’s Crochet

CollarRow 1: Sl st in each of the first 5 sc, ch 3 to count as the first dc, dc in each of the next 11 sc leaving the remainder of stitches unworked; ch 1, turn.

Row 2: Sc in the first dc, (ch 3, sc in the next dc) 11 times. Fas-ten off.HairRow 1: From the back, join color B with a sl st in the first un-worked sc on head, ch 1, loop st in the same st, loop st in each of next 18 unworked sc, loop st in each of the next 4 sl st’s; fas-ten off. (23 loop st’s)Row 2: From the back, join color B with a sl st in the first loop st on row 1, ch 1, loop st in the same st, loop st in each loop st across, fasten off. (23 loop st’s)ArmsWith color A, ch 37.

Row 1: Dc in the 4th ch from hook and in each of the next 13 ch’s, sc in each of the next 5 ch’s, dc in each of the last 15 ch’s; ch 3, turn.Rows 2-3: Skip first dc, dc in each of the next 14 dc, sc in each of the next 5 sc, dc in each of the last 15 dc; ch 1, turn.Row 4: Fold arms lengthwise to form a tube, matching stitches of row 3 to foundation chain, sl st through both the first 15 dc of row 3 AND the foundation ch to join, ch 3, match-ing stitches of row 3 to foundation chain, sl st through both the last 15 dc of row 3 AND the foundation ch to join. Fasten off.Skirt Ruffle (towel trim)With color A make a ch the same length as the width of your towel, then ch 2 more.Row 1: Dc in the 4th ch from hook and in each ch across; ch 1, turn.Row 2: Sc in the first dc, (ch 3, sc in the next dc) across. Fas-ten off. Sew to bottom hem of towel.Wings (make 2)With color A, ch 4; join with a sl st to form ring.

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Row 1: Ch 3 to count as the first dc, work 8 more dc in ring, ch 4, turn

Row 2: Skip first dc, dc in the next dc, (ch 1, dc in the next dc) across; ch 1, turn.Row 3: Sc in the first dc, (ch 3, sc in the next dc) across. Fas-ten off.Halo With color A, ch 30; join with a sl st to form ring.

Round 1: Sl st in each ch around; join with a sl st to the first sl st. Fasten off.FaceSew black beads to powder puff for eyes. Embroider mouth with embroidery floss. Using artist’s brush, apply a little pow-dered blush to cheeks; blend well.

AssemblyWeave in all ends. Push loop st hair away from ring. Hot glue powder puff face to the top ring. Arrange hair around face. Sew one each end of the arms underneath each side of the col-lar. Sew holo to hair. Sew wings to the back of the hair, just above each side of the collar. Sew 1" ring to back for hanging.

Happy Crocheting!

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ANGELS SECTION 5

Potpourri AngelThe large sized angels also make nice shower favors or bridesmaid gifts. Just eliminate the halo and wings. Add a veil made of tulle attached to a ribbon rose. The angels made in thread make a cute car “air freshener. They also make cute Christmas ornaments (use Christmas potpourri or stuff pretty fabric with fiberfill.) Don’t forget the hanging loop!

Materials: 1 ball Speed CroSheen (or you can substitute 2 oz. limp wor-

sted weight yarn such as the “soft” yarns or wintuk OR 1 ball LusterSheen OR 1 oz. sport weight yarn) in any of the fol-lowing colors: white, ecru, natural, cream

Crochet hook size E2 cups of potpourri18” square of tulle or fabric30” of 1/4” satin ribbonribbon rose, or charm or cute button38mm or 1 1/2” wooden ball (with or without face)doll hair or substitute yarn, floss, spanish mossyarn needle; hot glue and glue gun (or a good tacky glue)

Note: Threadies - you can make an ornament-size version of this project in size 10 thread with a size 4 hook! Use 1/8” rib-bon and 20mm wooden bead

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POTPOURRI ANGEL Designed by Priscilla Hewitt

Copyright © 1999 Priscilla’s Crochet

Body/Dress Gauge: Rounds 1 - 3 = about 3” (Work fairly tightly for best results)

With yarn of your choice and size E hook, ch 6, join with a sl st to form ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 to count as first dc, work 17 dc in ring, join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3. (18 dc)Round 2: Ch 3 to count as first dc, dc in same space; work 2 dc in each dc around; join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3. (36 dc)Round 3: Ch 1, sc in same st as joining; (ch 4, skip next dc, sc in next dc) 17 times; ch 1, dc in first sc to form last loop. (18 loops)

Round 4: Sc in loop just made (around post of last dc of last round); (ch 4, sc in next loop) 17 times; ch 1, dc in first sc to form last loop. (18 loops)

Round 5: Repeat round 4.Round 6: Sc in loop just made (around post of last dc of last round); (ch 3, sc in next loop) 17 times; dc in first sc to form last loop. (18 loops)

Rounds 7 - 17: Repeat round 6. Fasten off after round 17. Weave in ends. Weave a 12” piece of ribbon in and out of the loops of round 16 (leave ribbon ends loose).Skirt RuffleGauge: Piece should measure about 10 1/2” after row 1

With yarn of your choice and size E hook, ch 60.Row 1: Dc in the 6th ch from hook; (ch 1, skip 1 ch, dc in next ch) 27 times; ch 1, turn.Row 2: Sc in first dc (ch 4, sc in next ch 1 sp, ch 4, sc in next dc) 27 times; ch 4, sc in last ch sp, ch 4, skip 1 ch, sc in next ch 56 loops. Fasten off. Weave in ends. Weave an 18” piece of rib-bon in and out of row 1.Arms/HandsWith yarn of your choice and size E hook, ch 31.Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from hook and in next 11 ch’s, sl st through both loops of next 6 ch’s, sc in the last 12 ch’s; ch 1, turn.Row 2: Sc in the first 12 sc, sl st through both loops of the next 6 sl st’s, sc in the last 12 sc; ch 1, turn.Rows 3 - 5: Repeat row 2.

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Joining row: Fold piece in half lengthwise to form a tube. Match up and work through the sc’s of row 5 and the founda-tion ch’s; sl st in first 12 sts, ch 3, skip next 6 sts; working through the sc’s of row 5 and the foundation ch’s; sl st in the last 12 sts. Fasten off. (This should form a sort of V-shaped piece that is a tube on both ends, with the unjoined sl st’s and the ch 3 in the middle.) Weave in ends.Halo With yarn of your choice and size E hook, ch 20. Join with a sl st to first ch to form ring.Round 1: (Ch 1, sl st in next ch) 19 times; ch 1, sl st in begin-ning sl st. Fasten off. Weave in ends.Wings With yarn of your choice and size E hook; ch 6, join with a sl st to form ring.

Round 1: Work 12 sc in ring; join with a sl st to first sc.Round 2: (First half) Ch 1, sc in same st as joining; (ch 3, sc in next sc) 5 times, leaving the rest of the stitches unworked. Ch 5, turn.

Round 3 - 5: Sc in the first ch 3 loop; (ch 3, sc in the next ch 3 loop) 4 times; ch 5, turn.

Round 6: Sc in the first ch 3 loop; (ch 4, sc in the next ch 3 loop) 4 times; ch 5, turn.

Round 7: Sc in the first ch 3 loop; (ch 4, sc in the next ch 3 loop) 4 times; fasten off.

Second half: Join yarn with a sl st in the next unworked sc on round 1. Work rows 2 - 7, as for the first half.Crocheted Head(optional...the wooden ball looks better) With yarn of your choice and size E hook ch 5, join with a sl st to form ring .

Round 1: Work 10 sc in ring; do not join rounds.Round 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around. (20 sc)Rounds 3 -7: Work 1 sc in each sc around. Stuff head very firmly with fiberfill or cotton.Round 8: (Decrease over next 2 sc) 10 times. (10 sc) (To work decrease pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sc; yo, pull through all 3 loops on hook. Fasten off, leaving a 8” tail for sewing. Sew head closed. Embroider facial features, if desired. Sew or glue on hairAssembly

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Step 1: Lay the piece of tulle or fabric on a flat surface. Put the 2 cups of potpourri in the center of the square. (If you have a fragrance sensitivity, you can use fabric and fiberfill for this step.) Draw up the tulle or fabric on all sides, forming a potpourri “ball”. Tie or sew the tulle securely at the top of the “ball”. Trim the tulle or fabric close to the tie at the top of the ball. (If you’re making this in thread, use a 8” piece of tulle and 1/3 cup of potpourri.)Step 2: Insert the potpourri ball in the dress/body piece. Pull the ribbon ends evenly to close the piece around the top of pot-pourri ball. (Like a drawstring.) Tie the ribbon in a knot, then in a bow and trim ends. Crushing the potpourri as necessary, flatten the bottom of the ball to fit the bottom of the piece , so that the piece stands without wobbling. Continue crushing and shaping the piece into a sort of pineapple shape, with the fattest part at the bottom, and the narrowest part at the bow. Pull round 17 of the dress up and out to form a ruffled collar.

Pattern Note: The bow marks the front of the piece.Step 3: Put a large amount of hot glue inside the collar. Line up the face of the ball head (if yours has a face) with the bow and attach the head with the glue. Glue on hair.

Note: If you’re making this in thread, you might want to in-sert a loop of ribbon or fishing line through the bead before glueing, so you can hang the finished project.

Step 4: Place an end of the arm/hand piece on either side of the head (under the collar) centering the ch 3 under the bow. Hot glue or sew the ends of the arms to the dress.Step 5: Hot glue or sew the “ring” in the center of the wings under the back of the collar, directly opposite the bow.Step 6: Hot glue or sew the crocheted part of the dress ruffle to the bottom of the dress to form a ruffle. (This should be done when the angel is standing on a flat surface...the ruffle should just extend to the flat surface.) The beginning and end of the ruffle should meet in the back, directly under the center of the wings. Tie a bow in the ruffle ribbon.Step 7: Hot glue the joining of the halo to the back of the head. Hot glue a ribbon rose, charm, or cute button to the “hands”(the sl st’s in the center of the arms.)

Happy Crocheting!

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