bells

[kelly g]

Does anyone have patterns for crocheting christmas bells? I think they are so pretty, but have only found patterns that seem a little "cheap" looking. Are bells hard to make?

 

Sorry! of course you need more infor! I'm looking for 3d bells in thread or yarn. I want to use them for wreaths and gifts and all different sizes. thanks

[cupcake]

Do you want thread or yarn? 3d or flat??

 

What size and where are you going to put them???

 

I reckon if I knew all of that I could invent something.

[unicorn37757]

Here are a few links to some bells, hope it helps a little.

http://members.tripod.com/CarolynMurphy/pinapbel.html

 

http://members.aol.com/SAG55/styrobell.html

 

http://www.jpfun.com/patterns/03ornaments/fiveornaments.shtml

 

http://www.jpfun.com/patterns/03ornaments/lacybell.shtml

 

http://members.aol.com/SAG55/bellthr.html

[bluenosegirl]

I've done a few 3d bells. I went to the craft store and bought a few of those styrofoam bells to act as a form.

Cover the styrofoam bell with plastic wrap, and use it as a form. When you dip your crocheted bell in the stiffener, then put it over the styrofoam bell and arrange it how you want it to dry. I've used those plastic T-pins that quilters use to help keep everything in place. Beware of using metal pins, because they can cause rust spots (trust me I found out the hard way).

 

Just my personal experience with making those but I hope it may help.

 

Sandy