Monthly Archives: December 2015
The Winners!!
| December 28, 2015 | Filled under Giveaway |
Hi my dears,
I hope that everyone has a very special and awesome holidays! What a lovely time of year!!
And now it’s time to name the winners of our Week #6 contest!
I would like to thank you all so much for participation and your kind words. It’s just made my week to read all your wonderful and sweet comments. Thank You from bottom of my heart!
…….. and, our winners are……… Diane Higbie with comment #19 ($50 Visa Gift Card) and Crystal Anfrews with comment #48 (surprise package). My Congratulations!! I’ll contact you shortly.
Many thanks again to each off You!! I’m REALLY happy that you enjoy everything and MUCH appreciate all your support and love!! YOU ARE THE BEST!!
Happy New Year everyone!! I wish you the best year ever!!
With lots of love,
Yours.
6 Weeks of Gifting and Giveaways | Week #6!!
| December 21, 2015 | Filled under Giveaway |
Oh my, it’s our 6th Week here already!! Last week was pretty quiet here, on my blog, but being super busy by myself and enjoying this holiday season, I can perfectly understand it! All previous giveaway’s goodies were ordered and shipped to winners. Can you believe, just creating shipping labels I found that winner of Giveaways #4 & #3 is Shelley. And she told me that never won anything before. My double congratulations again, dear Shelley! All book’s orders were processed too! Thank you so much for your interest and support!!
… And now is time to name a Winner!
The Winner of Giveaway#5 is ….. Carol McGuinn (comment #1)! My congratulations Carol! I’ll contact you shortly!
WEEK #6
This week I offer you for free download Fluffy Clouds Blanket pattern, the bestseller pattern since released in 2010. Also, this blanket is very special for me. Not only because it’s my first blanket I even made, but it was designed and made as a gift for one absolutely precious baby girl our friends were blessed with.
Fluffy Clouds
The sky’s the limit! Give Baby the sweetest of sleep and the best of dreams with this unbelievably luxurious afghan. Fluffy crochet shells come together to create billows of heavenly softness, just right for Baby’s delicate skin. It’s a perfect gift for boys and girls alike—just trim it in blue, pink, or any color of your choice, and watch little eyes grow wide in delight before Baby snuggles into the clouds for a nap!
Please click HERE for pattern details.
This pattern is available to download for free from now until December 27th, 2015 at 11:59 pm PST.
To download: simple click at highlighted in green ……...fluffy_clouds_3d_edition.pdf file on the right ) —>>>
This pattern is also available for free download on Ravelry!
Below is Fluffy Clouds blanket made in winter theme, just for inspiration ;o) Oh, and this so adorable furry doll designed and made by incredible talented and my amazing friend Aduska! Aduska, you are the BEST, I love you!!
And now, it’s a GIVEAWAY time!!
This time of year is the perfect time to reflect and show appreciation. I want to give my love to everyone. I am truly grateful for all of my readers, family, and friends that have and continue to support me in my journey. Honestly, I could never have done it without you all!
And for Week #6, I am more than happy to inform you that I have TWO GIVEAWAYS for YOU, and we will have 2 winners this time!
1. One lucky one from anywhere in the world will win a Visa Gift Card of $50 value
2. And a second giveaway is for Surprise Gift about $50-55 value from one of three categories listed below:
- supplies for knitting and crocheting (for example, from amazing Lantern Moon or Tulip, Japan)
- something exciting for home-sweet-home
- beauty and care (from my favorite Moroccan oil for example), makeup products (Bobbi Brown or MAC), or even brushes from fabulous Hakuhodo
TO ENTER THE CONTEST
You can enter the contest in 3 ways:
- Mandatory Entry: Leave a comment on this post. No other action is required otherwise you don’t mind to share which one of listed categories of second giveaway you would prefer ;o)
- Optional Entry # 2: Blog about these giveaways, linking to this post, and leave another comment to this post with a link to your blog post.
- Optional Entry # 3: Share this post on your accounts: at Google+, Facebook, Ravelry, Twitter, Yahoo, etc., leave one more comment on this post (if possible, with your link, but here is no any obligations). You also can just share my original Google+ and Facebook posts. Share on more networks for more entries! (one additional entry per one network).
TERMS
- This contest starts today, December, 21th 2015 and will end on December 27th, 2015 at 11:59pm PST.
- I’ll select the winners with random.org’s random number generator. Winners will be notified by email on Monday, December 28th, 2015.
Good luck everyone!
Oh, and may I ask you to spread the word with this 6 Weeks of Gifting and Giveaways event so your friends, family, craft souls and business partners may enjoy it too?! Please feel free to share the flayer and (or just) link to this post.
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To enjoy more holiday deals from Alla Koval Designs, please visit my Etsy, Ravelry, Amazon and ImagicalSeasons.com (just scroll down Main page to locate deal’s board)!!
The snow is falling (somewhere, not in Seattle) and the wonderful season is already here.
I hope that everyone has a very special and awesome holidays!
All the best to you and your family,
Sincerely yours.
6 Weeks of Gifting and Giveaways | Week #5
| December 14, 2015 | Filled under Giveaway |
What an another beautiful week! I would like to thank so much everyone for participation and sharing your favorite stitches!
… And now is time to name a Winner!
The Winner of Giveaway#4 is ….. Shelley Cooper (comment #32)! My congratulations Shelley! I’ll contact you shortly!
WEEK #5
This week I would love to offer my mini Rapunzel collection for knitters.
Rapunzel | 8 Hand Knitted Accessories for Kids & Adult
Luxurious knit plaits flow effortlessly into place to create this innovative collection. Each piece uses the same foundation pattern, and can be customized to fit wearers of all ages, from child to adult. Make them in different shades of the same color for a coordinated look, or in any color combination you can imagine! Worked in DK and worsted yarn weights, Rapunzel will keep you company any time of the year.
Please click HERE for pattern details.
This pattern is available to download for free from now until December 20th, 2015 at 11:59 pm PST.
And now, it’s a GIVEAWAY time!! The “theme” is craft treasures! I am a big fan of great and cute supplies for knitting and crocheting and so excited to offer you some too!
- Baaabs Scissor Holder
This adorable ewe will put a smile on your face as she keeps a watchful eye on your scissors! Filled with recycled pellets for stability. Functional silk apron sports three front pockets for safekeeping of other small items. Needle, hooks, and scissors not included. 5″h x 3″w; 27.5″ cord length.
2. Tape Measure
A fun and functional accessory for your toolkit. Tail pulls out to reveal the tape measure. Metric and English measurements on opposite sides of 5′ long tape. Roughly 2 1/4″ in diameter.
3. Tulip Stitch Markers
Tulip Needle Company-Stitch Markers. Set of 15 pieces.
TO ENTER THE CONTEST
Each person is allowed to enter up to 3 times as follows:
- Mandatory entry. If you don’t mind, please tell us what is your favorite time of the day to knit/crochet (mine is late evening). Or just leave any comment here, on the blog—and that’s 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 leave another comment here.
TERMS
- This giveaway starts today, December 14th and will end Sunday, December 20th, 2015 at 11:59 pm PST.
- I’ll select the winner with random.org’s random number generator and I’ll notify the Winner by email on Monday, December 21th.
May I ask you to spread the word with this 6 Weeks of Gifting and Giveaways event so your friends, family, craft souls and business partners may enjoy it too?! Please feel free to share the flayer and (or just) link to this post.
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To enjoy more holiday deals from Alla Koval Designs, please visit my Etsy, Ravelry, Amazon and ImagicalSeasons.com (just scroll down Main page to locate deal’s board)!!
6 Weeks of Gifting and Giveaways | Week #4!
| December 7, 2015 | Filled under Giveaway, Marketing |
Can you believe 4th week is here already! Thank you so much everyone for sharing your favorite places to knit and crochet! It was interesting to know! I also love knit/crochet in a car while my husband driving especially during our long trips. Oh, and I am so glad you liked Loop of Jade Cowl! YAY!! ;o) Thank you so much!!
The Winner of Giveaway#3 is ….. Shelley Cooper (comment #23)! My congratulations Shelley! I’ll contact you shortly!
WEEK #4
This week I would love to offer you two crochet patterns in one, which is available to download for free from now until December 13th, 2015 at 11:59 pm PST.
Hugs of Love Blanket
Give Baby the sweetest of sleep and the best of dreams with this lovely and unbelievably luxurious afghan. Delicate crochet shells come together to create billows of heavenly softness, just right for baby’s sensitive skin. Charming and snugly, this blanket will inspire hours of cuddles, wrapping your cutie in cozy comfort!
IMAGINE THIS: It’s a perfect gift for boys and girls alike—just trim it in blue, pink, or any color of your choice, and watch little eyes grow wide in delight before Baby snuggles into the clouds for a nap. Crochet it with crochet thread and turn this cuddly blanket into an eye-catching tablecloth.
Tutti Frutti
Welcome Spring’s arrival with this delightful blanket!
A colorful and happy fruit-ruffled blanket that can be worked up in any size you desire. Rows of ruffles were made in delicious peach, yellow and lime to create the featured blanket; it will look equally stunning in colors of your choice. The blanket is soft and comfortable yet sturdy enough for beach and outdoor use. It’s sure to be an all-time favor.
IMAGINE THIS: Crocheted from the center, this pattern is easily adjustable to make a fun pillow or even a tablecloth – you name it!
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
39” (99 cm) square
YARN:
Hugs of Love Blanket: DK weight (#3 Light).
Shown: Omega Trigo (100% cotton; 295 yd [270 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]): 5 balls of #201 white.
For contrasting trims: Omega Perle (100% mercerized cotton; 178 yd [163 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 1 ball each of #520 light pink, #518 light yellow, #528 light green.
Tutti Frutti Blanket: DK weight (#3 Light).
Shown: Omega Fontana (100% mercerized cotton; 219 yd [200 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]): 3 skeins of #632 salmon, 3 skeins of #683 green apple, 2 skeins of #604 canary.
CROCHET HOOK
Size D/3 (3.25 mm); size C/2 (2.75 mm)
* This eBook involves crochet skills ONLY.
20 pages, 4 photos, 3 diagrams, 2 schematics, technical pages: Glossary, Terms, Conversion Charts, Yarn Care Symbol Chart, Yarn Substitution Chart.
And now, it’s a GIVEAWAY time!! One lucky one from anywhere in the world will win: 5 balls of Omega Trigo to crochet such sweet Hugs of Love Blanket or even Fluffy Clouds Blanket or Silverlace Blanket from Imagical Seasons, Summer book! All these 3 blanket crocheted with 5 balls of Omega Trigo – I just love yarn for delicate baby projects ;o)
…my new two babies—crochet pattern books Imagical Seasons: Crochet Couture for Kids 2-12:
- Spring, volume 01 (Hugs of Love and Tutti Frutti Blankets are a part of Spring Book, so you can get a book spirit by download the pattern ;o))
- Summer, volume 02.
A Winner will receive the books in both, paperback and PDF format!
“Imagical Seasons” is a series of 4 books and 38 whimsical designs that were inspired by nature and the changing seasons. Each volume, be that Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter, will show you how a little imagination can:
- Transform simple ruffle pattern into a nearly endless variety of pretty designs (in Spring book).
- Stitch anything from a blanket to a halter dress using the same square motif with varying yarn weights (in Summer book).
- Adapt and personalize lace-pattern-based designs to hook your own masterpieces (in Fall book).
- Create trendy and cozy garments and accessories for those cold winter days, or a delicate coat for holidays and special occasions—based on patterns that apply variations of a simple puff stitch (in Winter book).
“Imagical Seasons” comes with lots of stunning full-page full-color photographs, very detailed written instructions that are easy to follow, and unique stitch diagrams that speak the international language of crochet.
All projects in these books are designed to spark your own creativity and will help you create charming hand-made treasures that will grow with your Princess and excite your creative spirit and imagination.
And here is the best part—garments come in sizes 2 to 12 years, and there are even a couple of themes for grown-ups!
Have fun with the projects and make them your own, because every little girl is special and deserving of gifts made with love!
TO ENTER THE CONTEST
Each person is allowed to enter up to 3 times as follows:
- Mandatory entry. Please let us know if you have any favorite crochet or knit stitches? My favorites are hdc, puff stich and picot for borders. Mainly because they are “reversible” and look great on both sides. Or just leave any comment here, on the blog—and that’s 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 leave another comment here.
TERMS
- This giveaway starts today, November 30th and will end Sunday, December 6th, 2015 at 11:59 pm PST.
- I’ll select the winners with random.org’s random number generator and I’ll notify the Winners by email on Monday, December 7th.
Good luck everyone and lets fun begin!
And even MORE, I have a DEAL for you – this week only!
Books are the perfect holiday gift and this week only, get 30% off at my books in both paperback and digital formats + Free Tax (US) and Free Shipping (US) in my Shop at ImagicalSeasons.com, Etsy, Ravelry and Amazon – no coupon needed! PLEASE NOTE: If happens that Winner and purchaser is one person, I’ll make a full refund for sure! ;o)
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To enjoy more holiday deals from Alla Koval Designs, please visit my Etsy, Ravelry, Amazon and ImagicalSeasons.com (just scroll down Main page to locate deal’s board)!!
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