Monthly Archives: April 2009

We are off

…to our VACATION!!!
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We are going on long expected vacation to Ukraine and Netherlands, to
see our parents, relatives and friends and going to stay few days here
and there. It is going to be a long 24+ hours trip Seattle – Amsterdam –
Kiev – Kharkov and then Poltava (by bus in a couple days), but anyway
we are so excited and can’t wait ;o) We will be back May, 4th so see you
then!

P.S.: I’ve put Etsy and eBay stores on vacation mode, but Raverly and
my Shop are still open and both have an immediately auto download.

Candy Top Corset

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It was a fun collaboration with Servane of Monalisa*boutique and some
other boutique designers. So sweet and summery and colors are so Happy!

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I’ve used a Cool Stuff Tutti Frutti, a custom dyed yarn by Prism, gracefully
presented by one of my sweet customers. I just in full LOVE with all these
colors and textures! I do not think I’ll able to list it before my vacation in a
couple of days, but  after my return,  please feel free to  drop me a note if
you are interesting in this one. Oh, and make sure to check this Stunning
Servane’s set here!

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Happy Easter, everyone!!

Butterfly Kisses. Crochet Halter Top Pattern for Kids

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Spring is in the air!! One of my favorite parts of spring is the beautiful
butterflies that come along with it.. Just let her imagination take flight
in this Crocheted Butterfly Halter Top: so stylish and deliciously comfy!
This Halter can be made in any colors combination from any worsted
weight yarn. Get a Fun to create your own!

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Sizes: 2 (4, 6, 8, 10, 12) years

Skill level: Intermediate

Yarn: Katia Bamboo or Tahki Cotton Classic or any other medium
weight yarn.

* This pattern involves Crochet skills only.

7 pages; 4 pics; a diagram; a schematic.

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This pattern has been edited by professional Tech Editor and tested
by me and independent crocheter. However, please contact me if you
have ANY questions. I will happily provide email support for any of my
patterns.

The pattern is available in my Shop, Etsy, eBay and Raverly.

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Crochet Ruffle Jacket Pattern for Kids on Pattern Central

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For my Dear international customers, who asked for the Ruffles jacket
pattern, published in Crochet! March 2009 issue, I would like to let you
know that this pattern is now available for sell on Patterns Central.

P.S.: After almost 3 weeks of rains and snow on April, 1th… we’ve finally
got a Spring here in Seattle and we are SO excited about that!!! Can’t
resist to share :)

Happy Monday to everyone and
have LOTS sunny and warm days!!!

Fruity fun II. Raspberry Apron Top Pattern for Kids

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Fruits for every day… This crocheted top is so yummy and fun! Made  in Apron style, this top is  so easily adjusted and can be
worn in the summer time or paired with matching shirt or blouse for cooler weather. Every little girl will love something bright and
fun for summer!

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Sizes: 2 (4, 6, 8, 10, 12) years

Skill level: Intermediate

Yarn: Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton 50 g (1.75 oz)/135 yd) #114 hot pink and #205 green (or Sandnes Mandarin Petit (100%
Egyptian cotton 50 g/197 yd) #8514 green for sizes 2 and 4 only); small amount of lime baby sport yarn.

* This pattern involves Crochet skills only.

8 pages; 5 pics; 4 diagrams, a schematic; a tutorial.

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This pattern has been edited by professional Tech Editor and tested by me and independent crocheter. However, please contact me if you
have ANY questions. I will happily provide email support for any of my patterns.

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It’s a 6th pattern from my Fruity collection and last 4 are coming soon. And for all of you, who are interesting in couple patterns
from this collection, I’m offering a Coupon, listed in my Etsy store.

And I’m still have a special offer which work for all patterns and for my Shop, Etsy, eBay and Raverly stores. Please see this my
Shop Announcement at Etsy for details.

*** UPDATE!
I just have relisted Coupon in my Etsy shop.

Thank you so much again
and Happy crocheting,
Alla