Monthly Archives: December 2011
Giveaway Fun & Happy New Year!
| December 31, 2011 | Filled under Giveaway, Holidays |
FANaPalooza Giveaway! Crafty Moms’R’us has 10,000 Giveaway event!
I was invited to join and so proud to be a sponsor for such great New Year idea!
I’m offering crocheted by me Jardin Hip Shawl (yes, not only a pattern this time, but crocheted shawl ;o)
Evoking a garden in bloom, this 2-in-1 hip shawl features repeating lace motifs highlighted by a simple yet elegant filet panel insert, while floral organza appliques and a tasseled belt add the perfect finishing touch. Your little cutie would be thrilled to dress up in it whether it was around her shoulders or around her waist!
Size: child size 6-10. The model wears size 8 (US) for reference.
This item is ready to ship and will be shipped right away. I’m offering FREE shipping worldwide!!
How to enter (from FB page):
Fans Keep a look out at all the great prizes we are gathering from great Businesses to appreciate YOU. You MUST be a Fan (have clicked LIKE) of CMRU, Sponsors Page, AND LIKE THE PRIZE PHOTO to win. Thats It, How easy is that.
Will start when we get 100 prizes or January 17th
You will LIKE the photo to enter in the prizes you wish AFTER you LIKE the sponsors page- Please post on their wall that you are from CMRU FANaPalooza so they see how our Giveaway helps them gain fans.
(you must LIKE the page to receive a prize from them)
Winners will be posted starting February 1st-thoughout the week
You only have till February 7th to post on the wall and Claim your prize —
All winners will be listed in our blog.
For more info, please visit 10.000 FANaPalooza Giveaway! FB page. Good luck and have a Fun!!
Enjoy the last day of year and Happy New Year to all!
May this year of 2012 be
a year of health & happiness
a year of wealth & wisdom
a year of peace & prosperity
And also, a year of love, laughter and happiness!
Meringue Hand Knitted Cowl. Free Pattern for Kids and Adult
| December 19, 2011 | Filled under 2011, Patterns |
Thank you so much everyone for interest in this pattern. If you are not familiar with brioche knitting, learn Brioche knitting basics and beyond with Faina Goberstein during this knitting webinar available HERE.
Meringue
As lightweight and delicate as the perfect meringue dessert, this cowl makes for a most enjoyable treat. Luxurious and chic, versatile and playful, this delicacy of a cowl is hand-knitted in a blend of baby alpaca and mulberry silk (but can be made in other yarns as well). The cowl features an airy stitch Fisherman’s rib pattern and adorned with crocheted band. Stretchy, cozy, and generously sized, it has a beautiful drape, and can be looped around your neck twice for extra warmth. Treat yourself of a loved one to this delightful fall, winter, and spring accessory.
This pattern is available for download for FREE >>>
| Download: | meringue_cowl_2nd_edition.pdf |
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| Updated: | December 19, 2011 |
| Size: | 5.1 MiB |
The cowl made in Large/adult size and shown on size 12 Child dress form for reference.
SIZES
Small/toddler (Medium/child, Large/adult)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approx. 5.5 (8, 10)”/14 (20, 25.4) cm wide by 40 (46, 56)”/102 (117, 142) cm in circumference
SKILL LEVEL
YARN
Debbie Bliss Andes (65% Baby Alpaca, 35% Mulberry Silk; 1.75 oz (50 g)/110 yds (100 m)): #370002 off white – 2 (3, 4) hanks.
* This pattern involves both, knit and crochet skills.
4 pages, 3 pictures
Please read and follow my copyright info. THANK YOU! Also, this pattern has not been tech edited, so if you find any mistakes or typos, please let me know and I will fix it.
All the best and lots of love to You and your family,
Alla Koval
Featured Yarn 37. Debbie Bliss Andes. Alpaca & Mulberry Silk Blend
| December 19, 2011 | Filled under Yarn |
Looks as I’ve got a new addiction… I’ve just finished a gift for my special friend – Meringue cowl, knitted with Debbie Bliss Andes and must to admit that I completely felt in love with this yarn, such a gorgeous fiber gem from Debbie Bliss!! For velvety softness and lustrous sheen, make sure to discover the wonders of superb "Andes" yarn, you will love it for sure! By combining luxurious cultivated mulberry silk with super soft baby alpaca, Debbie has created a lovely option for all your DK-weight projects. You’ll revel at the luscious feel of this yarn as you knit and crochet with it and when you wear it next to your skin in sweaters, scarves, shawls & more. Beautifully crafted in Peru of 65% baby alpaca & 35% mulberry silk.
Fiber Content: 65% Baby Alpaca, 35% Mulberry Silk
Yardage: 100 m (110 yds) per 50 g (1.75 oz)
Weight: Light (DK)
Gauge (st./4 in.): 22 stitches/4 inches
Needle Size(s): US 6 (4 mm)
Made In: Peru
great places to buy: Yarn Market, Webs, Jimmy Beans Wool and make sure to check Revelry.
P.S.: And for your knitting pleasure, the Meringue Cowl pattern is almost finished and will be available for download for free just in a few (well, this afternoon to be exact ;o)
Rapunzel Sneak Peek. Part II
| December 9, 2011 | Filled under Creations |
And as I promised, below are last pieces of my newest Rapunzel collection.
Rapunzel Scarf. Instructions are the same for both scarves. The weight of the yarn used and their corresponding gauges result in the various sizes.
Beanie with knitted Picot Edge. Can be made in any color and will match any neck accessories from this collection.
Flower pin. Such fun and fast technique, which involves very basic crochet skills only ;o)
A wonderful and relaxing weekend to everyone!!
Santa’s Workshop Is Working Hard
| December 8, 2011 | Filled under Etsy, Featured |
My Grinch Hand Knitted Jacket was features in two such wonderful and fun Santa’s Wokshop is working hard! and Let Me You Smile! Etsy’s treasures. Many thanks to Teri for including my pattern! Crochet version of this jacket (Elf Princess) is available here.
Grape Scarf
If you have not yet decided on a Christmas… how about Christmas With The Peacocks At The Vineyard? ;o) Thank you so much Amanda Doubblestien for including my Grape Scarf pattern to such lovely treasury – pure eye candy!!
Faerie Dreams Dress
And the Faerie Dreams Hand Knitted Dress was featured in ITS PARTY TIME!! treasury. “Noting sweeter than a little girl dressed in her party finery! Some lovely items here that will fit the bill absolutely! Be ready for the Christmas party times!”, says curator of this such sweet and girlie collection. Thanks a lot for including my pattern, labazs from UK!
Wee Style Magazine Winter 2011-2012
The Winter issue of Wee Style Magazine, published by Angela Owens is now for sale! Thank you so much Angela for featuring my two latest Elf Princess and Paint The Town designs and such amazing pictures!
Rapunzel. Sneak Peek
| December 1, 2011 | Filled under Creations |
Rapunzel
One unique Rapunzel pattern… 6 unique and fun Rapunzel accessories for You and your little one. Both comfortable and luxurious, they are knitted with beautifully soft and nice Vickie Howell’s Stitch.Rock.Love. Sheep(ish) yarn. Easy to work and customizable in a snap, these accessories are appropriate for all ages. A patterns eBook, which includes all these designs is coming soon… And below are more sneak peeks.
Cape/Cowl. Cape for daughter and Cowl for mom. Or please yourself with cape too – this type of construction gives you freedom to choose cape size of your preference. A cowl, a medium or large cape are all possible size variations with single pattern.
Neck warmer/Stole with detachable flower pin
Skinny Scarf with with a keyhole on one end, which allow one end goes through the other
Hat, which a perfect addition to your winter/spring wardrobe and will match perfect any Rapunzel accessories.
The pictures of last two designs are coming just in a few ;o)
Happy Thursday everyone!!
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