Monthly Archives: May 2012
Over a Cup. Motivation
| May 31, 2012 | Filled under Over a Cup |
I wish we always remember this ;o) Our hot yoga is re-stated after almost one month break. Not to mention that today we found that our most favorite teacher moved to our current studio!
Namaste.
P.S.: Just noticed that this quote got 381 likes and was repined 1760 times – truly good reminder.
… See you tomorrow morning. Can’t wait to find out who’s the winner of our contest. Are you ready? ;o)
Alla Koval Designs
Happy Memorial Day & Giveaway Time
| May 27, 2012 | Filled under Giveaway, Holidays |
[dropcap]W[/dropcap]hile Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer, it also marks something else—the opportunity to thank all of the brave soldiers and honor those who we’ve lost.
Leap into Memorial Day with some special offers I have for you. First, get 75% off all patterns! Use coupon code USA2012 at checkout.
This coupon is applicable to myShop and Raverly—stores with immediately downloading available.
Offer valid now through Monday, May 28, 2012 at 11:59pm PST.
And last, but definitely not least… I have a Giveaway for You! A lucky one from anywhere in the world will win 5 balls of Patons Silk Bamboo in color #85134 sapphire (royal blue)—my newest absolute favorite yarn as well and the color ;o) It’s luxurious blend of silk and viscose from bamboo—marvelous drape, supple softness and an elegant sheen I even worked with! And this yarn has a great gauge (2.20 oz (65 g)/102 yd (93 m). Just perfect for knitting and fast crochet projects. I’ll ship WORLDWIDE!
TO ENTER THE CONTEST
Each person is allowed to enter up to 3 times as follows:
- Mandatory entry. You have to leave any comment here, on the blog—and that all, no any obligations ;o).
- Optional Entry #2. Blog about this giveaway, linking to this post and leave another comment to this post with link to your blog post.
- Optional Entry #3. Share this post on any of your accounts: Google+, Facebook, Ravelry, twitter, yahoo… etc and drop link here.
TERMS
- This giveaway starts today, May 27th and will end Thursday, May 31th, 2012 at 11:59pm PST.
- I’ll select the winner with random.org’s random number generator and I’ll notify the Winner by email on Monday, Friday, June 1th.
Wishing everyone a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend!
Alla Koval Designs
Over a Cup. New category added!
| May 25, 2012 | Filled under Over a Cup |
I bet everyone enjoys a quick cup of coffee or tea—it sharpens the mind, brightens the day, and leaves you refreshed and ready to get back to work! Let me share the interesting snippets and tidbits I come across while having my daily cup.
BTW, which is your favorite drink—coffee or tea? I enjoy both, but in a morning my favorite drink is definitely coffee for some reasons:
To find more interesting snippets and links please feel free to join me at Pinterest, Google+ and FaceBook.
Happy Friday everyone!! Have a nice long weekend!! I’ll share with you something new next week, stay tuned ;o)
Alla Koval Designs
Sneak Peek II
| May 14, 2012 | Filled under Creations |
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]nd 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 |
[dropcap]I[/dropcap] 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:
[quote author=”- Diane Gilleland”] 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. [/quote]
[quote author=”- Kerry Burki”] 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. [/quote]
[quote author=”- Shannon Okey”] 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! [/quote]
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!!
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