CROCHET ALONG - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 11

Good morning all and HAPPY 2014!!! Woo hoo!!! :D :D

I hope everyone had a wonderful and safe holiday and that you are all making great progress on your New Years resolutions! I also hope you are ready to get these Happy Hippos going again! The CA Team missed you! Welcome back!!! :loveliness:

Below this post I have a reply started for progress updates:
  - Are you just now starting the project?
  - Are you following along every week and ready to start Week 11?
  - Are you behind by a few weeks or did you take a break for the holidays?
  - Are you already done with your Happy Hippo?

Please leave a quick comment to the post directly below letting us know where you stand on your Hippo. I am very interested to know where everyone is at. A quick update is greatly appreciated and will also help to encourage those who are interested, that it isnt too late to join in on the fun!

If you are behind or just now starting do not feel rushed in anyway! Take your time and have fun! That is what this group is all about! Also be sure to share your progress pictures with us in the most current weekly check-in threads! We LOVE seeing everyones work!!! Thank you so much!!! :D

@mustaangel , @carton , @Dracana , @quietone , @klodsen , @waterlillie , @mutselfruts , @debbieroo , @cerdeirocas , @Julianh , @chibimonkie , @crochetnmama


For your reference, below are the links to all the previous posts for this project:
Crochet Along - Project 2: Idea Submissions
Crochet Along - Project 2: Vote
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 1
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 2
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 3
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 4
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 5
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 6
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 7
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 8
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 9
Crochet Along - Project 2: WEEK 10


QUICK REMINDERS:
- If your motifs are wavey or uneven this will fill out when you stuff your Hippo (W1, Pg 3, Fl 21)
- If using dark or brightly colored yarn and you are concerned with the stuffing showing; you can use colored pantyhose/stockings to fill with stuffing first and THEN stuff your Hippo with the stuffed stockings! (W2, Pg 2, Fl 12) ***Weblink for more tips/tricks see W1, Pg 4, Fl 36***
- You can use the invisible join technique for changing colors, see W2, Pg 3, Fl 20, 23


Previous Post Highlightes:
WEEK 1:  Pg 2 (Fl 11, 12) Discussion about using different hooks and yarn sizes
WEEK 4:  Pg 1 (Fl 4, 5, 6) Discussion and advice on using safety eyes with this project
WEEK 7:  Pg 2 (Fl 12) Great technique for joining colors / new rounds without a slip stitch


CROCHET ALONG - STITCH SCHEDULE
**I do have a favor to ask, if any of you have already worked an African Flower Motif and you could share with us some advice or alternative tips outside from the pattern, please share with us below. I grately appreciate it in advance!

10/28/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 1
Please take this time to download and review the pattern in its entirety! READ IT THOROUGHLY! You are going to want to design and plan out your colors for each piece. Take note of any materials you may need to acquire and take this time to do so. I have posted some pictures above to help boost your creative minds :)

This is a very extensive pattern that includes some new techniques you may or may not be familiar with. All the details are included within the pattern download and I HIGHLY recommend you follow it completely. Practice these new techniques and learn the different motifs! For a successful finished project you will need to know exactly what to do and how to assemble the pieces. If you come across any concerns or questions simpily reply to this thread and we will work on it together!

11/04/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 2
Weekly check-in thread - continue practicing your motifs and techniques from the Week 1. Gather your materials and plan out your project. Decide which joining method you prefer and how you want to proceed. It seems like many of us are using the join-as-you-go method, this is not mandatory, you can choose to make all of the pieces first and join them at the end.  Your preference! Please take note that I will be following the pattern for the stitch schedule and the pattern is based on the join-as-you-go method. Again this is all up to you and what you are most comfortable with.

NOTE: The designer has chosen to start the motifs with Ch 5 and slip stitch to form a ring. If you prefer, as I do, you can substitute the Ch 5 for a magic circle. If you do not know how to work the magic circle, YouTube has some wonderful tutorials! I find that it makes it easier when using the magic circle and it gives you the ability to adjust the tightness of the inner circle simply by pulling on a piece of yarn! Look it up and judge for yourself! **Please note, this only stands as a reference, you do not need to use the magic circle

11/11/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 3
STEP 1 - HIND LEGS - Make (2) hexagons and (2) pentagons and join per instruction, Weekly check-in thread

11/18/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 4
STEP 2 - BUM OCTAGON - Make (1) large octagon and join, Weekly check-in thread

11/25/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 5
STEP 3 (1 of 2) - BUM PENTAGONS - Make (2 of 4) pentagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

12/02/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 6
STEP 3 (2 of 2) -  BUM PENTAGONS - Make (last 2 of 4) pentagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

12/09/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 7
STEP 4 (1 of 3 - LEFT SIDE OF BUM) - Make (1) hexagon and (1) pentagon and join, Weekly check-in thread

12/16/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 8
STEP 4 (2 of 3 - RIGHT SIDE OF BUM) - Make (1) hexagon and (1) pentagon and join, Weekly check-in thread

12/23/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 9
STEP 4 (3 of 3 - TOP OF BUM) - Make (1) hexagon and join. ROUND 2 COMPLETE! Weekly check-in thread

12/30/2013 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 10
STEP 5  - BELLY OCTAGON - Make (1) octagon and join, Weekly check-in thread
***ALMOST HALF WAY THERE***


01/06/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 11
STEP 6 - ROUND 3 HEXAGONS - Make (2) hexagons and join, Weekly check-in thread


01/13/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 12
STEP 7 - ROUND 3 HEPTAGONS - Make (2) heptagons and join, Weekly check-in thread
*** HALF WAY DONE ***

01/20/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 13
STEP 8 - FRONT LEGS - Make (3) pentagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

01/27/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 14
STEP 9 (1 of 2) - ROUND 4 MOTIFS - Make (2) hexagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

02/03/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 15
STEP 9 (2 of 2) - ROUND 4 MOTIFS - Make (3) pentagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

02/10/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 16
NECK (1 of 3) - TOP OF NECK - Make (1) pentagon and join, Weekly check-in thread

02/17/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 17
NECK (2 of 3) - SIDES OF NECK - Make (2) pentagon and join, Weekly check-in thread

02/24/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 18
NECK (3 of 3) - LAST NECK MOTIF - Make (1) pentagon and join, Weekly check-in thread

03/03/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 19
HEAD - EYE MOTIFS - Make (2) pentagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

03/10/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 20
HEAD - CHEEK MOTIFS - Make (2) pentagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

03/17/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 21
HEAD - UNDER MOUTH - Make (1) hexagon and join, Weekly check-in thread

03/24/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 22
HEAD - TOP OF NOSE - Make (2) pentagons and join, Weekly check-in thread

03/31/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 23
HEAD - NOSE PATCHES - Make (2) "nose patches" and join, Weekly check-in thread

04/07/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 24
HEAD - NOSE END - Make (1) pentagon and join, add eyes to your liking, then stuff the Happypotamus!!! YAY SOOO CLOSE!!! Weekly check-in thread

04/14/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 25
HEAD - EARS - Make (2) "modified" hexagons per instruction and join! Weekly check-in thread
***Please post a picture of your finished hippo this week as soon as possible so I can get them together for the final vote***

04/21/2014 - PROJECT 2 - WEEK 26
Final check-in and vote for best project! PLUS....PRIZE ANNOUNCMENT!!! YAHOO!!!



If you have any questions or concerns, advice or suggestions, pictures to share or anything else you would like to add please reply below. Be sure to check back soon for added information and shares!

Have a wonderful week and happy stitching!!!
Amanda :loveliness:

Reptilegirl27

*** PROGRESS CHECK POINT ***
PLEASE REPLY TO THIS POST USING A COMMENT LETTING US KNOW WHAT WEEK YOU ARE ON WITH YOUR PROJECT, IF YOU ARE JUST STARTING OR IF YOU ARE FINISHED.

THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!!! :loveliness: ((HUGSSS))

medillon61

5 hours later and still no pics of pretties :(

lola1475

Happy new year

crochetnmama

I am gonna keep working... with these wicked temps and windchills ... I got to stop and make myself a hat... I made everyone one but me ... and when I step out in the wind with -30 windchills   BRRRR   I have the bum together :)

debbieroo

Happy New Year
i have not started mine yet. am really busy at the moment
:kiss:

cerdeirocas

hello girls!
I hope that the year 2014 has been a good start for you!:)
Unfortunately I´ll give up this CAL, since I have so many projects to finish, I think I will not have the time!:( My nephew will be born within 3 weeks and have not even started the things I wanted to offer my sister!:L
But Ill be waiting to see your photos every week!:loveliness::loveliness:

Reptilegirl27

cerdeirocas 2014-1-12 20:48
hello girls!
I hope that the year 2014 has been a good start for you!
Unfortunately I´ll give up  ...

I hope the same for your cheeka! We are going to make 2014 the best year!!! Lets do it! :D

And dont worry about the CA. You focus on your projects and whats important for you! We arent going anywhere! Definitely visit us every week! It wouldnt be the same without your posts too! Wishing you lots of luck in your finishes! I cant wait to see all the pictures! :loveliness:

morakot

Very nice !!
Thank you for sharing ::: (◕ ‿ ◕ )✿

BGLZ908

Thank you very much for sharing !!!:lol