queen city mischief and magic 2023

Magic by misdirection is a technique often used by magicians to create illusions and deceive their audience. It involves directing the attention of observers to one thing while another, usually the intended trick or manipulation, is happening in a different area. This misdirection is crucial to the success of any magic trick as it distracts the audience from the actual moves and actions being performed by the magician. Misdirection works by exploiting the limitations of human perception and attention. Our brains are naturally inclined to focus on one thing at a time, often missing important details or actions happening in our periphery. Magicians take advantage of this by using various techniques to divert our attention away from their true intentions.

R1 – inc in each sc (12 sts)

an alternative way to do this is to do a sc chainless foundation stitch, this is my prefered method because you can add or subtract length easier if needed. an alternative way to do this is to do a sc chainless foundation stitch, this is my prefered method because you can add or subtract length easier if needed.

Magicians take advantage of this by using various techniques to divert our attention away from their true intentions. They may use verbal distractions, such as engaging in witty banter or telling interesting stories, to keep our minds occupied. Additionally, magicians also utilize physical misdirection to direct our gaze and attention elsewhere.

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Supplies

• Cream (Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek, Cream)
• Dark Orange ( )
• Burgundy (Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek, Burgundy)
• Black (Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek, Black )
• Light Purple (Sugar and Cream, Hot Purple)
• Olive Green (Caron Simply Soft, Sage)

Crochet hook size 3.5

Safety Eyes, 12mm plastic

Stuffing (Loops and Threads Classic Fiberfill)

Head

note: pattern updated 8/30/19

With Cream Yarn, ch 2, sc 6 in second ch from hook

R1 – inc in each sc (12 sts)

R2 – *sc, inc* x6 (18 sts)

R3 – *sc 2, inc* x6 (24 sts)

R4 – *sc 3, inc* x6 (30 sts)

R5 – *sc 4, inc* x6 (36 sts)

R6-8 – sc in each sc (36 sts per row)

R9 – *sc 4, dec* x6 (30 sts)

R10 – *sc 3, dec* x6 (24 sts)

R11 – *sc 2, dec* x6 (18 sts)

Insert safety eyes between R7 and R8, about 7 stitches apart. NOTE: you will want the eyes on the opposite side of the head from where the rows start. This way the color changes are not on the front of the doll.

Begin stuffing head to medium firmness.

R12 – *sc, dec* x6 (12 sts)

R13 – *sc 2, dec* x3 (9 sts)

Do not tie off. Continue to Body.

Body

Switch to Dark Orange Yarn

R14 – sc in each sc (9 sts)

R15 – *sc 2, inc* x3 (12 sts)

R16 – *sc, inc* x6 (18 sts)

R17-18 – sc in each sc (18 sts per row)

R19 – *sc, dec* x6 (12 sts)

Switch to Burgundy Yarn

R20 – *sc, inc* x6 (18 sts)

R21 – *sc 2, inc* x6 (24 sts)

R22 – *sc 3, inc* x6 (30 sts)

R23 – *sc 4, inc* x6 (36 sts)

R24-26 – sc in each sc (36 sts per row) TIE OFF.

Body Base

In Burgundy Yarn, ch 2, sc 6 in second ch from hook

R1 – inc in each sc (12 sts)

R2 – *sc, inc* x6 (18 sts)

R3 – *sc 2, inc* x6 (24 sts)

R4 – *sc 3, inc* x6 (30 sts)

R5 – *sc 4, inc* x6 (36 sts)

TIE OFF and leave a tail long enough for sewing.

Sew base to the bottom of the body, stuffing body as you go. Do not overfill the body though because you want the bottom to be flat. Pull the tail from the body base circle up through the middle of the doll to help flatten out the bottom.

Hair

Cap

With Black Yarn, ch 2, sc 4 into second ch from hook

R1 – sc in each sc (4sts)

R2 – sc, inc, sc, inc (6 sts)

R3-4 – sc in each sc (6 sts per row)

R5 – inc x6 (12 sts)

R6-7 – sc in each sc (12 sts per row)

R8 – *sc, inc* x6 (18 sts)

R9-10 – sc in each sc (18 sts per row)

R11 – inc x18 (36 sts)

R12 – sc in each sc (36 sts)

R13-15 – 9 sc, hdc, 25 dc, hdc (36 sts)

On last row slip stitch after last hdc, then TIE OFF, leaving a tail for sewing

Texture

With Black Yarn, ch 170, turn, sc in each ch. TIE OFF leaving a tail for sewing

(an alternative way to do this is to do a sc chainless foundation stitch, this is my prefered method because you can add or subtract length easier if needed)

Sew this long piece around the cap in a swirl, starting in the back and spiraling up to the top.

Purple Streak

Using a rather long piece of light purple yarn, start at the top of the hair and weave in and out of the spiral until you reach the bottom, then weave back up to the top. Add as many streaks as you like.

Arms (make 2)

With Cream Yarn, ch 2, sc 4 in second ch from hook

R1 – sc in each sc (4 sts)

Switch to Bright Orange

R2 – sc in each sc (4 sts)

R2 – inc x4 (8 sts)

R3 – sc in each sc (8 sts) TIE OFF. Leave a tail for sewing.

To attach to body, pinch R2 and use tail to sew arms to either side of body.

Waist Wrap

In Light Purple Yarn, ch 10

R1 – starting in second ch from hook, sc in each ch. Ch 1, turn (9 sts)

R2 – (sc, ch 3, skip 1) x4, sc in last sc. Ch 3, turn

R3 – (sc in gap, ch 3) x4, ch3, sc in last sc. TIE OFF, leaving a tail for sewing

In Olive Green Yarn, ch 10

R1 – starting in second ch from hook, sc in each ch. Ch 1, turn (9 sts)

R2 – (sc, ch 3, skip 1) x4, sc in last sc. Ch 3, turn

R3 – (sc in gap, ch 3) x4, ch3, sc in last sc, ch 3, turn

R4 – (sc in gap, ch 3) x4, sc in last gap. TIE OFF, leaving a tail for sewing

Sew the green wrap on first, and layer the purple on top. I like to do them off center to the left and not perfectly aligned with one another to give it a more whimsical feel.

This pattern is an original design by Jaclyn Bartelt of The Crochet Queen Designs. Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may share the link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site or sell paper copies. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it.

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Jaclyn

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To attach to body, pinch R2 and use tail to sew arms to either side of body.

They might make exaggerated gestures or movements, use flashy props or costumes, or create a spectacle that captures our attention. By creating a diversion, magicians are able to perform their tricks or manipulations without arousing suspicion or scrutiny from the audience. One of the most common techniques used in misdirection is called "patter". Patter is the continuous flow of dialogue and actions that the magician presents to the audience. By engaging the audience with conversation, the magician is able to draw their attention away from the mechanics of the trick. This is often used in card tricks, where the magician engages the audience with a story or a game while secretly manipulating and controlling the cards. Another common technique is the use of props or assistants. Magicians frequently incorporate props into their acts, which serve as visual distractions. For example, a magician might use a top hat or a wand, waving it in the air to capture the audience's attention while their other hand performs the trick. Similarly, assistants can be used to divert attention or create confusion. By having multiple people on stage, the magician can create more potential sources of distraction for the audience. In conclusion, misdirection is a fundamental technique used in magic to create illusions and deceive the audience. By skillfully diverting attention and manipulating perception, magicians are able to perform amazing feats that appear impossible. Through a combination of verbal distractions, physical movements, props, and assistants, magicians create an immersive and captivating experience for their audience, leaving them amazed and mystified..

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