Sneak Peek II
| May 14, 2012 | Filled under Creations |
And another sneak peek for the cover of the summer issue of Wee Style Magazine.
Crocheted with lovely and delicate Omega Perle in Mexican Pink, this crocheted halter dress consists of 4 square motifs, bodice and underskirt crocheted in net pattern. The tiers are adjustable.
P.S.: This pattern is already in my book for your reference ;o)
Happy and productive Monday everyone!!
AK
Happy Mother’s Day!!
| May 13, 2012 | Filled under Holidays |
Happy Mother’s Day to all of you, awesome mamas out here. You are the best!!
May your day be filled with all the love, peace, joy and goodness that mothers bring to this world.
AK
Sneak Peek
| May 8, 2012 | Filled under Creations, My Book, Writing a book |
I am thrilled to show you my first tank top for our new collaboration with amazing Francoise Lama-Solet for the cover of the summer issue of Wee Style Magazine adorable Mya and Autumn will be modeling.
Also I’m also pretty excited about this my scallops pattern! And mainly because the scallop motifs are crocheted in one piece with minimal joining and weaving, making this top an easy and fun to make. The bodice is also worked in one piece with crocheted darling flowers as you go.
The scallops can be turned in any theme you may think of – ocean, cruise, romantic, tropical bright aka rumba, where each layer is crocheted in contrasting color… well, just to name a few! Francoise and I decided work in floral/butterfly theme, so I’ve turned my scallop top into base top with scallops edgings in neon lime – not only pretty popular color this season, but also a color, which gives such fresh look and will fit most everything perfect.
P.S.: Yes, I consider to add this top and new poppy pin patterns to my book ;o)
Alla Koval Designs
Market Yourself
| May 3, 2012 | Filled under Entering, My Book |
Market Yourself: A Marketing System for Smart and Creative Business Owners is more than just a book about marketing — it’s a book about YOU. Your strengths, your weaknesses, what makes your product unique and good and worthy of an audience. In its 150+ pages, you’ll find more than 30 hands-on worksheets designed to take your business forward, fast!
Advance praise for Market Yourself:
Do you love to make things, but hate the idea of marketing them? Take a deep breath, make some tea and spend some time with Tara’s book. She’s a gentle, encouraging guide through the landscape of promotion. You’ll build yourself a marketing plan that’s both comfortable and doable.- Diane Gilleland
Market Yourself takes your passion for making to the next level by teaching you step by step how to get your product into your buyer’s hands. Tara encourages and inspires but ultimately challenges you to create the growth you are looking for in your business. You will be amazed and intrigued by what you begin to learn about yourself as well as your brand.- Kerry Burki
I really believe that this book is a logical successor to the Guide and one that will definitely help you rethink what you’re doing as a creative business person. Tara is from the yarn/craft world, so she really gets it!- Shannon Okey
Sounds pretty interesting. Just got my copy in PDF, which is shipping already. If you would prefer the print edition + PDF instead, those will start shipping in another week or two.
Alla Koval Designs
You Made This!
| May 1, 2012 | Filled under You made this |
I’ve decided spoil myself a bit this morning and just spent such delightful and pleasant time to update my absolute favorite You made this! page. What a treasure!! If you’ve made something from my patterns or just got inspired by some of my designs, please feel free to share the pictures and I’d honored to show off Your wonderful creations!!
Sunlit Rose. Crocheted Bolero Pattern for Kids Sizes 2-12
| April 17, 2012 | Filled under 2012, Patterns |
Soft as rose petals at dawn, this bolero is sure to win any little girl’s heart! The cropped bolero features dainty tiered sleeves, overlapping fronts tied with ribbon, and stylish flower accents at the neckline and on the back panel. Better yet, place the accents anywhere you please and make it truly one-of-a-kind! Worked in sport weight yarn, this irresistible piece will be the perfect addition to your little girl’s spring and summer wardrobe.
As you know, now all my patterns not only include links to online stores, where you can purchase all available yarn and supplies used in the patterns with measurements in both metric and US systems, but also each pattern includes very detailed and clear stitch diagrams I started draw with Adobe Illustrator …one more realized dream ;o)
I always loved stitch diagrams – the international language of crochet and knitting not only because they are more clear and easier to read compared to written instructions, but also because the patterns really do not need to be translated to any other language by your requests. They are already worldwide suitable now and with 10 stitch diagrams provided for this pattern written instructions are really necessary… But if you prefer written instructions – sure they are included too (written in US English as all my patterns).
… And as always, now is our traditional little giveaway: first 3 persons, who leave comment on this post will receive any one of these pattern via email in PDF format for FREE!! Good luck and have a Fun!
This also was lovely collaboration with my friend and beyond talented French designer Francoise Lama-Solet, who designed the gorgeous dress set. Make sure to visit Francoise’s store to order yours. You will love it!!
SIZES
2 (4, 6, 8, 10, 12) years.
FINISHED HAT MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 23 (25, 26, 28.5, 30, 32)”/58.5 (63.5, 66, 72.5, 76, 81) cm.
Length: 9 (10, 11, 11.5, 12.75, 14)”/23 (25.5, 28, 29, 32.5, 36) cm.
SKILL LEVEL 
YARN
Sport weight (#2 Fine)
shown: Patons Grace (100% Cotton; 1.75 oz (50 g)/136 yd (125 m)): #62416 blush – 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins; #62027 ginger – 1 skein; #62437 rose – 1 skein.
another yarn suggestion: Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton; 1.75 oz (50 g)/136 yd (125 m)) #158 rose – 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins.
CROCHET HOOKS
C/2 (2.75 mm); D/3 (3.25 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.
NOTIONS
0.25” (7 mm) pale yellow satin ribbon – 2.7 – 4 yd (2.5 – 3.6 m).
2” (5 cm) pink silk flower appliques – 2.
Stitch markers.
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
GAUGE
8.5 V-sts x 13 rows = 4” (10 cm).
* This pattern involves crochet skills ONLY.
15 pages, 4 pictures, 10 diagrams.
Technical editor: Susan Moskwa
Description: Tin Ambat
Copyright: All rights reserved. Please be respectful of the designer’s rights to this pattern. No portion of this work may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written authorization from My Little CityGirl. The purchaser of this pattern is granted permission to sell the finished product for profit on a limited basis. © 2012 Alla Koval Designs, Inc. http://mylittlecitygirl.com.
This pattern is available in my Shop, Etsy, Raverly, DaWanda, Artfire and YCMT.
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Thank heaven for little girls..
| April 11, 2012 | Filled under Etsy, Featured |
Just spotted latest Etsy’s treasures and can’t resist to share some, especially Thank heaven for little girls.. What a parade of sweetness!
“ ….19 off them…wearing the most beautiful creations “ says Margaret – a curator of this such darling and beautiful collection.
Thank you so much Margaret for including my Ladybug Apron Top pattern.
Another absolutely gorgeous and lovely treasury is Soft and Unique by Pasin. Wonderful finds!
Many thanks for adding the Forget-Me-Not Halter Top pattern.
“ Who knew owls were so versatile? Have a hankering to make something funky? Take a look at the patterns for these outstanding owls who double as toys, coin purses, finger puppets, booties, hats, doorstops, quilts, mobiles, rattles, scissor cases, etc. “ as says Melissa Matthews, a curator of What a hoot! Make your own owl! awesome treasury! They are all so adorable!! I love them all.
Thanks so much for including Whimsical Forest Owl jacket pattern in such a great group of Hoots!
…. And a bit smacks of sunshine and summer ;o) What a wonderful strawberries finds!!
Thanks a lot Margaret for including my Strawberry Apron Top pattern if such sweet and yummy Strawberry pickin’ collection!
Oh my – I can’t believe it’s Wednesday already… So, I’ll better back to work, but will do my best to find a bit free time in near future to share with you my latest news and probably some sneak peeks… ;o)
Alla Koval Designs
Happy Easter everyone!!
| April 8, 2012 | Filled under Holidays |
Have a Fabulous day with your family and friends!
Alla
Featured Yarn 38. Patons Silk Bamboo. DK Weight
| April 2, 2012 | Filled under Yarn |
What a lovely yarn I’m working with now for a project for my book (guess which color I’ve chose ;o) If you never worked with Patons Silk Bamboo I would highly recommend this yarn!
- Luxurious blend of silk and Viscose from bamboo—marvelous drape, supple softness and an elegant sheen
- Colors are vivid and on-trend
- Knits and crochets beautifully, stitches slide effortlessly
- Bamboo is an eco-friendly fiber
Fiber Content: 70% viscose from bamboo, 30% silk
Yardage: 2.20 oz (65 g)/102 yd (93 m)
Gauge: 22 sts x 28 rows = 4” (10 cm) with US #6 (4 mm) knitting needles; 16 sc x 20 rows = 4” (10 mm) with G/6 4 mm crochet hook
Weight: DK weight (#3 Light)
where to buy: Mary Maxim, Knitting Warehouse, eBay … just to name a few.
Butterfly Memories. Crocheted Scarf, Headband & Beyond Pattern for Kinds and Adult
| March 19, 2012 | Filled under 2012, Patterns |
A butterfly needs no more than this:
The sun, the dew and a flower’s kiss.
Give a butterfly a happy memory with this playful scarf and headband, suitable for wearers of all ages! The layered floral motifs are crocheted in one piece with minimal joining and weaving, making this an easy and fun pattern. The scarf can be made using a wide range of yarn weights, from sport to medium and bulky weight yarns, for any season or occasion. Work it in jewel tones or pastels, in solid colors or softly variegated shades for a one-of-a-kind accessory. Trim it as you wish with tiny leaf appliqués, sparkling beads, glittery sequins, or with a myriad of miniature butterflies to delight the eye. You can also wear it with one or more pins made from my free Papillon pattern. This pattern is very versatile. Try making a bracelet by using a stretchy yarn and create a tube or crochet flat and secure with a nice button or jewelry findings.
Also, I am so excited and proud to offer you my very first pattern in a new style! From now, all my patterns are including links to online stores, where you can purchase all available yarn and supplies used in the patterns, measurements are available in both metric and US systems, but my most favorite part – it’s very detailed and clear diagrams I started draw with Adobe Illustrator. I call my patterns “international” or “worldwide” suitable now, because if you are good with symbol diagrams, you really do not need written instructions anymore – the symbol diagrams are detailed enough to complete a project!
… And as always, now is our traditional little Giveaway: first 3 persons, who leave comment on this post will receive this pattern via email in PDF format for FREE!! Good luck and have a fun!
PATTERN NOTES
Instructions are given for both worsted weight and DK weight yarn.
FINISHED SCARF MEASUREMENTS
3” (7.5 cm) [DK: 2.5” (6.5 cm)] wide by 33” (84 cm) long (without leaves).
FINISHED HEADBAND MEASUREMENTS
3” (7.5 cm) [DK: 2.5” (6.5)] wide and 19” (48 cm) in circumference (unstretched).
SKILL LEVEL
YARN
• Worsted weight (#4 Medium)
shown: Cascade Yarns Pacific (40% superwash merino wool, 60% acrylic; 213 yd [195 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]) #26 lilac – 1 skein.
• [DK: DK weight (#3 Light)]
shown: Cascade Yarns Cash Vero DK (55% merino extra fine wool, 33% microfiber; 12% cashmere; 1.75 oz (50 g)/125 yd (114 m)) #013 – pale pink – 2 balls.
NOTIONS
• Sewing needle and thread.
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
For scarf:
• 2” (5 cm) padded velvet leaf appliqués in green – 12-15.
• 3” (7.6 cm) butterfly appliqués.
For headband:
• 1.6” (4 cm) wide by 4” (10 cm) long elastic.
• 1” (2.5 cm) padded satin butterfly appliqués – 4.
• 0.4” (10 mm) pearl on white sequins – 4.
GAUGE
1 motif = 3” (7.5 cm) [DK: 2.5” (6.5 cm)] in diameter.
* This pattern involves crochet skills ONLY.
6 pages, 4 pictures, 6 diagrams
Technical editor: Susan Moskwa
Description: Tin Ambat
Copyright: All rights reserved. Please be respectful of the designer’s rights to this pattern. No portion of this work may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written authorization from My Little CityGirl. The purchaser of this pattern is granted permission to sell the finished product for profit on a limited basis. © 2012 Alla Koval Designs, Inc. http://mylittlecitygirl.com.
This pattern is available in my Shop, Etsy, Raverly, DaWanda, Artfire and YCMT
And just a reminder: To celebrate National Crochet Month, I’m offering a sale for the entire month! Use code MARCH25 in my Shop and Ravelry (and MARCH2012 in Etsy shop only) to receive 25% off your purchase.
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