I can create a crochet pattern from a personal photo of your choice. Simply send me the photo and give me an idea of how large in rows you want the resulting piece to be (see “How to Order” below). The above photos show the transformation from black and white (aka grayscale) photo to 150-row pattern image. My patterns are typically crocheted from side to side (vertically), but I can also create patterns that are crocheted from the bottom up if that is what you prefer.
For grayscale patterns, you’ll have TWO color palettes to choose from – shades of brown and shades of gray. And to make shopping for yarn easy, I provide yarn brands and color names/numbers for each of the eight shades in both palettes.
Size of Finished Piece and Price
Working with a gauge of 4 rows and 4 stitches per inch and assuming the resulting piece is a perfect square (it won’t always be), the list below gives you an idea of the size of your finished piece:
- 60 to 99 rows (approx. 15″ by 15″ up to 24″ by 24″)
- 100 to 149 rows (approx. 25″ by 25″ up to 37″ by 37″)
- 150 to 199 rows (approx. 38″ by 38″ up to 49″ by 49″)
- 200 or more rows (approx. 50″ by 50″ and larger)
Keep in mind that the smaller a piece is, the less detail there will be in the pattern. Therefore, pieces in the 60- to 99-row range make good closeups of faces. As the patterns get larger, your photo can contain more people and detail.
Gray Scale Custom-Made Patterns Are Only $35; yarn colors and brand names for 8 colors are included.
Color Custom-Made Patterns (6 colors or less) are $35; yarn colors and brand names are NOT included.
Portraits (i.e. images with people’s faces) are done in gray scale only.
HOW TO ORDER
Send your clear, crisp photo to be converted into a pattern to patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com. Include the following information:
- Whether you want a vertical (crocheted from one side of the image to the other) or horizontal (crocheted the bottom of the image to top) pattern
- The number of rows you want the pattern to be. If you want to crochet your pattern from the bottom up, specify either how many stitches wide you want it or how many rows long.
- Whether you want a grayscale or color pattern.
- Your email address.
Don’t send me a payment yet. I will review the photo and email you an image of what the finished piece will look like. I’ll also let you know how many stitches and rows it will include and the approximate size of the final piece, based on a gauge of 4 rows and 4 stitches per inch.
If you are satisfied with the pattern image, I will email you an invoice via PayPal (you don’t need a PayPal account to pay the invoice). You can pay with a credit or debit card.
If you are not satisfied with the image, I’ll do one more revision based on your specifications and email it to you for approval. Once I have your approval, pay the invoice, and you will have your pattern in 48 hours or less.
Please contact me if you have questions about these custom-made crochet photo patterns or need more information.
**Important Notes**
I cannot make patterns of photos that are copyrighted. You should either own the photo or have written permission to use it. The photo can also be in the public domain or have a Creative Commons license that allows others to adapt it and use it commercially.
46 comments On Custom-Made Crochet Photo Patterns
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I just left a message on your blog. I want you to make me patterns for pics of my grandchildren. I can do the crochet, just not sure I could make the pattern myself. I will pick out photos and get them to you. No telling when I will get to it, and may try to do it myself, but will get back to you.
This is a phenomenal idea and I love it.
Thank you,
Marjorie
Thanks for your message, Marjorie. I emailed you.
Patrice
I have read your tips and understand what you are saying, however, I want. O create a collage of my sister and her 3 kids. I have been using Crochet by Numbers for my other patterns but I really want to create a custom blanket for my sister that is more colored than brown scale. Ssould I still order the pattern from you? I still have to put the collage together but I will try to do as you suggested in your “tips section”
Hi Sandra, thanks for getting in touch. I have emailed you.
Hi, Patrice! I am very interested in ordering a pattern or so from you! I just wanted to know before I send anything if you were still doing this thing. Please let me know! I’m so excited! Thank you!
Yes, Christine, I am still doing crochet photo patterns. Send your photo to yarnoverpullthrough@gmail.com. Let me know how big you want the finished piece to be (that will determine # of rows in the pattern). Looking forward to receiving your photo.
hi Patrice, im wanting to do a photo of myself and my brother when we were kids but sadly don’t have a paypal. if you would work with me i will set one up. also the photo i have is black and white except the rose is red would i pay for the color or black and white one?
Hi Geraldine, I received your email and have replied.
hello patrice, i tried sending you a photo that i wanted turned into a graph but it said the email address was invalid
Samantha, sorry about that. I’ll email you directly; that way you can send the photo to an email address that works.
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Can you put multiple photographs on one blanket? I would like to do a blanket for my mother-in-law with all 4 grandchildren, but each child would be in a separate photo.
Hi Amanda, I emailed you. Probably should have viewed the comment first so I got your name right. Sorry about that.
Patrice
Hi
I found your website..I am wondering if you still do the picture graphs..and if you would have time to do one for me?
Hi Jane, yes, I am still doing crochet photo patterns. They aren’t graphs but “word patterns.” Email me directly at yarnoverpullthrough@gmail.com for more info.
Patrice
Hi Jane, yes, I am still doing crochet photo patterns. They aren’t graphs but “word patterns.” Email me directly at yarnoverpullthrough@gmail.com for more info.
Patrice
Thank you so much for getting back to me…I will be emailing you in a bit with a picture for my son in laws parents for there 40th wedding anniversary..I am sorry I missed spoke.and called your work graphs…
I will email you soon
Thanks
No worries, Jane. I like to make sure folk know that I do word patterns. Sometimes they assume graphs and are surprised when they get the pattern.
Also, I responded to the first email you sent. Looking forward to working with you.
Hello i am new to these. have never done before, but i want to do one for my daughter. i have a few questions, please. A word pattern is best for me i don’t do graphs. Does your pattern give color changes and what colors to use? also do they give stitch counts and what stitch to use? i have a picture of my daughter and her horse i would like to do. But not sure if i can put her and that horse in the center and maybe her other three horses on there too. they are all just head shots.Can you tell me if this is difficult to do. I am very intimidated by all these beautiful works. I have read patterns before making toys and dolls, is it like that to follow your pattern? I would really love this for her.
Hi Sherri, thanks so much for getting in touch with me and for your interest in my crochet photo patterns. I will email you directly to answer your questions. Looking forward to working with you.
Working with You has been phenomenal. Very responsive and provides all details and approval. I can’t wait to get my pattern and work with you many more times.
Thanks so much for the “shout out,” Liz. It’s been a pleasure working with you, too.
Hi Patrice,
I would like to place an order.
I have never crocheted before but would love to make one as a gift
How do I get started?
Hi Rebecca, I emailed you.
Do you write out the colors and numbers of stitches and if it’s 150 across and 148 rows it costs 35.00
Hello, Harriet. Please forgive the late response. I’m in the process of closing down this blog, but I will continue to do crochet photo patterns until the end of the year. If you are still interested in my crochet photo patterns, please email me at yarnoverpullthrough@gmail.com so I can send you one of my free patterns which will show you how they are laid out. Again, I’m sorry for the delay in responding and appreciate your patience.
Hello patrice,
I was wondering since your using word patterns not graph patterns would you be able to do words?
I will pay extra no problem.
I am trying to make a blanket 90″ x 60″ with 13 row margins on all 4 sides before the pattern starts in the middle.
Its a life story blanket.
Hi Crystal, I responded to you via email.
Hello Patrice,
I haven’t seen any messages from 2019. Are you still making the patterns from pictures? I have a photo of the Keeper of the Plaines would you be able to do that? I want to make a blanket of 72″ x 96″. Thank you
Hi Barbara, I sent you an email.
Hi Ms Walker,
I was wondering if you can remove the background from photos? My father passed away July 1at 2019. I want to do a portrait Afghan for my mother. I would like it in shades of gray. I just want my father in it. A solid background. I’ll try to send you the photo.
Thank you
Sassy Pack
Can’t send the photo here.
Hi Sassy, I emailed you directly. Looking forward to working with you.
Hello Patrice
Are you still doing the patterns from pictures? I would like to send you a picture so that I can do a graphgan.
Yes, I am still doing crochet photo patterns, Evangelina. Email your photo to patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com so we can get started.
Hi Patrice I would like to make the map of Africa as a blanket is that possible
Hello there, it depends on the photo you are using. If you have some photos that you’d like to send me, I’d be better able to advise you on which would make the best blanket. You can send them to me at patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com. Looking forward to receiving them.
Hi Patrice. Do your photo patterns require using cut and tie, with all the yarn on the back? I would like to make a photo pillow. What are the pillow pattern sizes?
Hi Lucille, I received both your messages. Thanks for your interest in my crochet photo patterns. Yes, they are similar to CBN in that you use the cut and tie method to change colors. Check out my free patterns at https://www.yarnoverpullthrough.com/free-crochet-photo-patterns/ to get an idea of what they are like.
As you can see, I provide a lot of information before the pattern instructions to help you succeed. I’m also available once you’ve purchased patterns to render whatever assistance I can via email to help you complete the project. And my patterns are reasonably priced, $25 for gray scale and color patterns (6 colors or less). I can also add text or change the background but charge an additional $5 for each of these services.
Let me know if you have more questions. And if you’ready to get started, send a photo to me at patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com.
Are you still doing crochet patterns from photos? Want to do a collie dog lap blanket for a friend. Looking forward your to your response, Jeana Kleckner
Hey Jeana, yes I am. Send your photo to patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com. Looking forward to working with you.
I am interested in a graphgan of my daughter. Is this something you can help with?
Hi Jenny, thanks for your interest in my crochet photo patterns. I create “word patterns,” not graphghans. Check out my free practice patterns at https://www.yarnoverpullthrough.com/free-crochet-photo-patterns/ to see what I mean. If you’re still interested, email me your photo at patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com so we can get started.
Hi i would like a pucture if my grandparents in a crochet pattern for the size of either a couch pillow or throw pillow
Hi Ashley, thanks for your interest in my crochet photo patterns. I’m currently on vacation and will be ready to work on 8/22. Send your photo to me at patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com. Just so you know, pillow size may be too small if there are two people in the photo, but I’ll evaluate it when I get back home. Thanks for your patience.
Hi Iam a disabled lady in Australia and I am very interested in this crotchet from a photo do you still ok offer this or am I too late to get a pattern from a photo of my mum who passed in February 2002.
Hi Karen, Yes I am still offering crochet photo patterns. You can email me a photo at patrice@yarnoverpullthrough.com.
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