Sneak Peek & Contest Time!!
| April 8, 2013 | Filled under 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)
YCMT | $5 Deals are Back
| March 7, 2013 | Filled under Featured, Giveaway |
It’s time again for the big $5 Deals sale at YouCanMakeThis.com!
And, it’s on RIGHT NOW!
A huge selection of great patterns and projects are on sale for only $5,
giving you savings of up to 75% on some! This sale runs through March 12, 2013.
Plus, you will get TWO free patterns, including a brand-new Kimberbell pattern, with your purchase of $25 or more!
"So, how do I find these deals?" you may be asking…
It’s easy! All of the patterns and projects that are part of the $5 Sale added to the Featured Products category.
There are several pages of deals to look through! You might also want to try using the sorting options at the top of the page and increase the Items per Page – there is a lot to see! I was invited to join and gladly offering you my one of best selling Fluffy Clouds Baby Blanket for this such great event!
In the other news.. I have 2 new designs (a top and dress) to share. Stay tuned!! ;o)
The Winner!!
| February 22, 2013 | Filled under Giveaway |
Dear Friends,
First of all, I would like to Thanks everyone for your kind of words and such sweet comments! I’m truly happy that you enjoy everything and MUCH appreciate all your support and love! You are the Best!!
And our Winner is…
My Congratulations, May!! I’ll contact you shortly.
Happy Friday everyone!
Have a wonderful and lovely weekend!!
Alla Koval Designs
Happy Heart Day & Gift for You!!
| February 14, 2013 | Filled under Giveaway, Holidays |
From My Heart To Yours, Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!! I am sending some love Your way to let You know how YOU are special
today!
Leap into Valentine Day with some special offers I have for you. First, get 50% off all patterns! Use coupon code SPREADLOVE at checkout.
This coupon is applicable to myShop, Etsy and Raverly.
Offer valid now through Monday, February 18, 2013 11:59pm PST.
If you may have any questions or issues with applying coupons – please just let me know.
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On the top of our sale, I have some Strawberry Ballcakes for you! ;o) One lucky from anywhere in the world will win a box of dozen yummy ballcakes, which are:
- 0 calories
- yummy colors
- lots of fun and possibilities
- pure pleasure to work with
- perfect for any spring/summer projects and beyond
The set includes:
- Katia Bamboo (60% bamboo, 40% cotton; 109 yd [100 m]/1.75 oz [50 g]): 2 balls of #8 light pink, 2 balls of #13 candy pink, 4 balls of #4 red
- Online Linie 163 Bingo (100% cotton; 137 yd [125 m]/1.75 oz [50 g]): 4 balls of #19 rose pink
- 12 strawberry padded appliques
- Cupcake Display Box for transport and display 12 cupcakes by Wilton
TO ENTER THE CONTEST
Just comment to this post here (on mylittlecitygirl.com) to let us know that you are IN. The only requirement is to enter this contest by February 21, 2013 midnight PST.
I’ll select the winner with random.org’s random number generator. Winner will be notified by email on Friday, February 22, 2013.
With lots of love,
Alla
The Winner!!
| January 2, 2013 | Filled under Giveaway |
HAPPY NEW 2013!! I wish You the brightest joy and happiness a New Year may bring!!
Also, I would like to Thanks everyone for your kind of words and such sweet comments! I’m truly happy that you enjoy everything and so much appreciate all your support and love! THANK YOU SO MUCH!! You are the Best!!
And our Winner is…
Tinachicky, comment #2!! My Congratulations, Tina!! I’ll contact you shortly.
On the other news… First pattern of 2013 is coming in a 1-2 weeks – something for Spring ;o) I’ll keep you updated!
Imagical Seasons. Big 60, Giveaway + MORE!
| December 21, 2012 | Filled under Giveaway, Holidays, My Book, Writing a book |
It’s been absolutely wonderful, exciting, pretty educational and productive year for me!
But first of all, I would love to Thank You you all my dear friends for your love, continued interest and support. I must admit that stayed certainly overwhelmed, I absolutely enjoined every minute and lots of Amazing moments! I am truly humbled by every comment you leave me or email you send to me. I look forward to continue our friendship in the coming year. Very Welcome to new fans to come!
Looking back, I still can’t believe that just 9-10 months ago I was not able to draw crochet charts in such lovely now Adobe Illustrator, knew nothing about writing a book, how to work with long documents in Adobe InDesign. Now I’ve learned all of that and even created a totally new style of my patterns, which I jokingly call “Wordless” or “understandable without words”. As I said before, I always loved stitch diagrams – the international language of crochet and knitting not only because they are more clear and easier to read compared to written instructions, but also because the patterns really do not need to be translated to any other language. And I am so glad and proud that now you can make any design even if just with chart – not looking at written instructions (but which sure also included). Now testing of each pattern includes a sample, made by following just diagrams and schematics – my favorite part 😉 So if you are visual person and prefer charts, these new patterns are for you and I hope you will enjoy them as much as I do! If you you are prefer a written instructions, they are for you too ;o) Many Thanks to Edie Eckman for editing my patterns and her Edie Eckman’s How to Say It class! They never were in such terrific shape as now, yay!
AND… the biggest news is that my first book Imagical SeasonsTM: Crochet Couture for Kids 2-12 years is 60% done so far!! Well, not 75% as I hoped, but for very first book – 60% sounds not bad at all. The Imagical seasons book consist of designs for every season. I’ve just finished Winter season and so ready for Spring! :0)
SO, what I’ve done so far:
Spring season: Kristal collection (5 designs) – completed
Fall season: Dryad collection (4 designs) – 85% completed (practically done but under restructuring)
Winter season: 2 collections (8 designs, including accessories) – completed
What I still need to do:
Spring season: 2 secret designs
Summer season: 2 cover Ocean Friends tops + one secret collection (3 designs)
Fall season: 1 secret design
+ photos (my biggest fear and challenge), crochet stitches page, special stitches drawings, glossary, etc… ughh lol
Want a sneak peek of Winter season and book preview? Below is a “rich” one:
… and some sneak peeks of winter accessories (sorry for the very draft pictures – book photos are scheduled 😉
And just in time for holidays and to celebrate this milestone in the book’s development…
First, get 60% off on all my pattern until January 1st, 2013! Use code BIG60 at checkout. The coupon is applicable to myShop and Etsy stores. Offer valid now through January 1th, 2013 midnight PST.
If you may have any questions or issues with applying coupons – please just let me know.
On top of our BIG 60% sale, let’s have a GIVEAWAY! One lucky one from anywhere in the world will win a Visa Gift Card of $60 value (for US residents only!) or $60 via PayPal (WORLDWIDE)
TO ENTER THE CONTEST
Just comment to this post here (on mylittlecitygirl.com) even to say “Hi!” The only requirement is to enter this contest by January 1st, 2013 midnight PST. The winner will be randomly picked up and notified next day, January 2nd, 2013. Good luck!
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May this year of 2013 be
a year of health & happiness
a year of wealth & wisdom
a year of peace & prosperity
And also, a year of love, laughter and joy!
Sincerely Yours.
Alla Koval Designs
Cyber Monday. Mark Your Calendar
| November 24, 2012 | Filled under Giveaway |
I’ve received several emails that my RSS subscribers got Black Friday deal notification too late. To be honest, I was “surprised” about such delay and looks as only mailing list subscribers got it timely. Here is definitely something wrong, but we can easily fix it ;o)
So, I’ve decided to offer you same 85% off discount of your entire purchase on Cyber Monday. And I hope here is plenty of time for RSS service to deliver the message timely.
Don’t miss it! The coupon will run Monday November, 26th at 0:01 am PST and is applicable to my Shop and Etsy stores. The offer expires November 26th, 2012 at 11:59 pm PST.
P.S.: If you will have any questions or issues with applying coupons – please just let me know.
Have a Wonderful weekend and looking forward to see you on Monday!
Alla
Alla Koval Designs
It’s a time…
| November 22, 2012 | Filled under Giveaway |
The Winners!!
| October 30, 2012 | Filled under Giveaway |
First of all, I would love to Thank you so much everyone for participating and your help!! It was a pleasure working with You and read all your such lovely and net ideas! A further venture like this will be gladly welcomed!!
And now for the Winners! Yes, you are reading right… the Winners—since it was pretty hard to pick up just one description. SO…
1. The Winner of Royal Hawaiian GARDENIA Cologne Mist, Visa Gift Card of $25 value, Gardenia Scarf pattern and 75% off coupon for a one-time purchase is Barbara Irving with description:
Tropical Chic and Sweet Romance are the images that this fun to make scarf conjures. A timeless and stunning tropical creation that was inspired by the sweet and fragrant gardenia. This pattern will surely add freshness to your wardrobe regardless of the season.
2. The Winner of Visa Gift Card of $25 value, Gardenia Scarf pattern and 75% off coupon for a one-time purchase is Marie with comment:
Gardenias symbolize grace, beauty, and love. What better way to show you care than to gift a special friend with the lacy and feminine Gardenia Scarf. Then make one for yourself, too! Whoever is wrapped in this gorgeous floral design will be transported to the beauty of Hawaii, the sweet fragrance of gardenias carried on balmy breezes.
3. The winner of Gardenia Scarf pattern and 75% off coupon for a one-time purchase is Mary from Australia with comment:
This is a scarfe to be worn year round simply by changing the colour and weight of the yarn.Using pastel shades in summer and fine yarn will give it a delicate look, whilst, in winter the darker colours and heavier yarn will give it a cosier look. A year round winner!
4. And I would love to nominate every participant, because here is everyone winner!! And even if I will not use all your amazing ideas for this pattern, I may use some of them in a future. SO, I’m offering you a 75% coupon for a one-time purchase (valid on everything, including this new pattern of course!). The coupon is only good for one use and applicable to my Shop and Etsy. Coupon expires November, 15th 2012 at midnight PST time. The Winners are: Donna, D.Byrne, Sandra, Erika, Sharon, Jeannette, Ann G. Tam Sing, Lynnette, Nydia, Vidhya, Brenda Johnson, Novi, LaChell Johnson, Darlene Tasso, Julie, May, Nancy, Janie, Melinda Pagan, Karen, Barbara and Cheryl Burse! I’ll send you the coupon code via email just in a few. If I miss your name – could you please let me know and my apologies if I did!
My Congratulations dear Ladies and Thank you so much for your such brilliant ideas!! I’m so in love with such outstanding descriptions!! I couldn’t get better than that if I tried for sure! And not only because of my poor English ;o)
Curious what the description looks like? Below is final one:
Gardenia
Tropical Chic and Sweet Romance are the images that this fun to make scarf conjures. A timeless and stunning tropical creation that was inspired by the sweet and fragrant gardenia.
Gardenias symbolize grace, beauty, and love. What better way to show you care than to gift a special friend with the lacy and feminine Gardenia Scarf. Then make one for yourself, too! This scarf will surely add freshness to any wardrobe regardless of the season—using pastel shades in summer and fine yarn will give it a delicate look, whilst, in winter the bold or darker colors and heavier yarn will give it a cozier look. A year round winner!
Gardenia Scarf. Preview & Contest for You
| October 22, 2012 | Filled under Giveaway |
Gardenia
A quick perfect accessory for the upcoming holiday season and more. This scarf was inspired by beautiful tropical Gardenia during our vacation, best known for their fragrant white flowers. Referred to in Hawaiian as "kiele", they used frequently in Hawaiian leis.
This pattern (at least EAP version) will be available October 30th, 2012!
*** UPDATE. I’m so sorry – looks as I’m a queen of typing “wrong” dates today, so I’ve fixed the release date and a date contest ends.
And now let’s go for a CONTEST…
HOW TO ENTER
I am looking for the short and clear description for this scarf. In English only please ;o)
To enter the contest, please post the description here (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:
- Royal Hawaiian Gardenia Perfume (see picture and details below)
- Visa Gift Card of $25 value (for US residents only!) or $25 via PayPal (WORLDWIDE)
- Gardenia pattern for free
Other participants who’s post parts will be used in final pattern description will receive Gardenia pattern for free.
Royal Hawaiian GARDENIA Cologne Mist 1.6oz
Made in Hawaii
Newly formulated Gardenia scent from Royal Hawaiian. With its creamy white petals, lush green leaves, the Gardenia is famous for its uniquely romantic, exotic fragrance.
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)
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