Monthly Archives: April 2013
The Winners!!
| April 24, 2013 | Filled under Giveaway |
First of all, my apologies, for the delay with the winner(s) announcement! It’s was a challenge to decide on name of this dress-tunic, and since I’ve received so many amazing and lovely suggestions, to be honest, I was a bit lost ;o)
I am still in love with Flamenco, Carmelita, Fiesta, Red Sunset, Hot summer nights and many-many other such amazing ideas, and I would love to work on each theme if I’ll get a chance! But for this particular dress-tunic, and with a model (blonde girl with blue eyes) in mind, I think “Summer in Scarlet” or simply “Scarlet” suits the best!!
So, let me introduce…
“Summer in Scarlet” (a shorter version “Scarlet”- which is color, just fine too ;0) and our winners are Jennifer (comment #12) and Lana (comment #19)!!!! Jennifer, Lana thank You so much and CONGRATULATIONS!!! I’ll contact you shortly!
For the description, it is going to be something like… : “Summer in Scarlet”, but why stop there? Crochet this top in your favorite color and step out in style! … to be continued… ;o)
P. S.: the pictures will coming soon, we’ve finally got such SO lovely Spring weather here!!
Thursday’s Moments | Pixie & a Fly
| April 18, 2013 | Filled under Thursday's Moments |
Do you still remember this my “Thursday’s Moments” category? ;o)
I’ve played with my new baby yesterday and must admit that this lens is not only just amazing for sport video/photos (rhythmic gymnastic for our part), nature and portraiture, but also a “solution” and ability to take the pictures of our little chihuahua dog. Our Pixie hates to be pictured (…as well as I do lol), but at 200mm it works just perfect. Not to mention that I was able to see what grabbed Pixie’s attention just after uploaded the photograph. So, we’ve got a story in the image, which is about a dog and a fly ;)
A Lovely and Wonderful Thursday everyone!!
Sneak Peek & Contest Time!!
| April 8, 2013 | Filled under Creations, Giveaway |
While Kristin and I are waiting for matches shoes and accessories we ordered recently to model this dress tunic, I decided to take some sneak peek and offer you a little contest ;o)
This dress tunic made with my newest favorite Omega’s #5 Cotton yarn in such unusual for me red color – if you know, I’m not a big fun of red, but I really like red for this style. The dress/tunic crocheted in one piece (read: NO sewing work at all … well, except buttons ;o) and features Hi-Lo skirt, made in different patterns and crocheted in one piece too. I really would love to write this pattern as soon as possible, but it will be a bit a challenge even if this one is pretty easy to crochet (if get all math correctly, and before you start to work on this design :) So, I can’t give even approx. dates when this pattern may be released, but I’ll keep you updated for sure.
And now let’s go for a CONTEST…
I am looking for the NAME and catching and clear description for this tunic or dress (you name it!). In English only please ;o)
To enter the contest, please post the name suggestions and description here, on mylittlecitygirl.com (feel free to post as many entries as you like).
I may take full text of your post or part of it. The post with biggest number of used parts will become a Winner.
The Winner will get:
- 5 balls of Omega Cotton #5 in ANY available color for your choice
- Visa Gift Card of $25 value (for US residents only!) or $25 via PayPal (WORLDWIDE)
- 65% off coupon to one-time purchase (valid on all my patterns, including the new ones!) The coupon has no expiration date but is only good for one use.
Other participants who’s post parts will be used in final pattern description will receive 65% off coupon to one-time purchase (valid on all my patterns, including the new ones!). The coupon has no expiration date but is only good for one use.
Terms
Have a Fun and Good luck!
P.S.: If you are not interesting in this contest, please feel to leave comments anyway. I just love to receive them and every comment is much appreciated!! Well, I bet You now ;o)
*** UPDATE I’ve had an absolute PLEASURE read all YOUR LOVELY suggestions and must to admit that I’m in TROUBLE …officially ;o) Everyone’s suggestions just awesome!! But I would love to make sure that my request about “In English only please” is just about description!! I’m always so excited to discover MANY MANY AWESOME things and means in ANY other languages possible, which can be translated/spelled to everyone!! AND, please keep in mind… this tunic/dress will be also looks JUST great in white/black/turquoise/you-name-it-color, or ANY color-combo you can think of!!
*** UPDATE #2 I’ve got several questions – where is front of this dress tunic and what are measurements for this one. Well, front is buttoned and shorter one (first & second pictures ;o) And measurements for sample shown above made in girl’s size 10: chest (loose fit) – 27” (69 cm); bodice (front length): 5.5” (14 cm); bodice (back longest length): 9.5” (24 cm); adjustable straps (approx. – they are still need to adjust): 4.5”(11.5 cm); skirt (front length): 8.5” (22 cm); skirt (back length): 9.5” (24 cm). I’ll do my best to catch Kristin in between her all scheduled play dates/sleep overs with BFF (she has and enjoys Spring break now) and take some pictures to show you how this tunic looks in person …even with current available shoes and her favorite jeans ;o)
Featured Yarn 40 | Omega Cotton #5
| April 2, 2013 | Filled under Yarn |
I’ve just finished summer project with Omega #5 Cotton and must admit that I’ve got an absolute new favorite yarn to work with!! I really have no idea how I’ve “existed” without Omega’s yarn, seriously! ;o)
This cotton has exceptional quality, texture and durability and just perfect for summer & spring crochet projects. Each ball is 1.76 oz 164 yards and comes in 21 colors (I wish Omega would have more colors).
Fiber Content: 100% cotton
Yardage: 1.76 oz (50 g)/164 yd (150 m)
Gauge: 26 sts = 4” (10 cm) with US #3 (3 mm) knitting needles; C/2 2.75 mm crochet hook
Weight: Thread weight (#0 Lace)
Care: machine washable
where to buy: creative yarn source
P.S.: I’ll show you a new design just in a few (I traditionally, still need to sew buttons and take the pictures).
Now I’m hurry back to my book routine ;o)
Have a lovely day and see you soon!
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