Kids Rule OK! | Featured Patterns
| February 24, 2016 | Filled under Etsy, Featured, Featured Patterns, Patterns |
“…Oh yes they do!” says Margaret – an curator of this lovely and fun Kids Rule OK Etsy treasury! Many thanks for including my Elf Princess Jacket – just in time for Easter project ;o)
Also, let me introduce couple more patterns for Spring/Easter. All my pattern are available at: my Shop, Etsy and Ravelry.
Flower Power Bolero – my almost first pattern and bolero design, and one of my absolute favorite ones!
Magnolia Coat – I love white and lace… what else I should add to describe this design? ;o)
Oh, and Sunlit Rose – soft as rose petals at dawn, this bolero is sure to win any little girl’s heart!
A lovely and sunny Wednesday everyone!!
Daisy Pin | Pattern Update
| February 22, 2016 | Filled under Patterns, Update |
My 2010 Daisy Pin pattern has been recently updated:
- New DMC thread suggestion, which can be found in almost any craft stores like JoAnn, Michaels, etc.
- More clearer instructions and all stitch diagram re-drawn in Adobe Illustrator in my current style
- New modern layout
The pattern in the process to be sent to everyone who purchased it at Ravelry, Etsy and my Pattern shop. I’ll do my best to sent an updated version to everyone, but in case if I miss someone, please let me know, and I’ll be glad to send your updated version right away.
Daisy Pin
Go whimsical with an ever-so-fun crocheted Daisy Pin—perfect for a party-ready look or for just traipsing along on a summer day! The Daisy Pin consists of a flower, a pistil (middle part) and a leaf.
This pin is a wonderful accent for a hat, sweater, bag, scarf, gloves or whatever you can think of! It can easily be turned into a necklace or a headband (both instructions are included). These beautiful crochet flowers work up quickly and make great gifts too. Find a fun way to make your own!
YARN
Thread weight (#0 Lace).
Shown: DMC Cotton Perle 5 (100% cotton; 27 yd [25 m]/5 g): 1 skein of #648 white (MC).
DMC Six Strand Embroidery Floss (100% cotton; 8.7 yd [8 m]): 1 skein each of #92 multi green (CC1) and for Headband/Necklace #470 (CC2).
Sport weight (#2 Fine).
Shown: Omega Passy (70% acrylic; 30% polyester boucle, 188 yd [170 m]/1.75 oz [50 g]): 1 yd of #904 yellow (CC3).
CROCHET HOOK
Steel hook size 7 (1.65 mm); size C/2 (2.75 mm)
Notions
• 1 size 2″ (50 mm) snap hair clip or 1″ (25 mm) back safety catch bar
• 1 size 1/2″ (13 mm) ladybug button (shown: handpainted ladybug buttons by JHB)
SIZE
4″ (10 cm) wide x 3.25” (8 cm) tall
GAUGE
Flower Motif = 3.25″ (8 cm) in diameter.
Gauge is not critical for this design.
NOTIONS
• 1 size 2″ (50 mm) snap hair clip or 1″ (25 mm) back safety catch bar
• 1 size 1/2″ (13 mm) ladybug button (shown: handpainted ladybug buttons by JHB)
• 2 size 12 mm lime green wooden beads
• Sewing needle and coordinating thread
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
This pattern involves crochet skills only.
10 pages, 3 stitch diagrams, Glossary, MAGIC (ADJUSTABLE) RING Tutorial, Conversion Charts.
P.S.: Oh, and I have some exciting news for you to share soon, stay tuned!! ;o)
Instagram | Alla Koval Designs
| February 19, 2016 | Filled under In The News, Instagram |
I have (finally!) opened Instagram account, YAY!! Let’s give it some love? ;o)
A lovely and wonderful weekends everyone!!!
Strawberry Delight Blanket | The Winners!!
| February 18, 2016 | Filled under Giveaway |
First, 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 contests like this will be gladly welcomed!!
And now for the Winners! The Winners of Visa Gift Card of $25 value (and Strawberry Delight Blanket pattern for free too) are Marie with entrie:
Name: Strawberry Delight Blanket.
Have you ever longed for those deliciously warm Summer days, when nothing seems sweeter than that fresh-picked strawberry that just brought a huge grin to your face? Now you can bring that feeling of sunshine, happy babies, family picnics, pretty flowers, and of course—strawberry-induced joy—to every day with the Strawberry Delight Blanket. Lovingly designed with eye-popping 3D flowers and “garnished” with a beautiful strawberry with leaves pin, this blanket would be perfect for a Summer-born baby or just anyone who deserves more sunshine in their life!
… and Jacki L. with entry:
I love this design! It’s gorgeous! It reminds me of hiking and coming across a hidden meadow of flowers with the sun beaming down on it. I think a great name would be Secret Meadow or Sunshine Meadow Spotlight. <3
My Congratulation dear Ladies and Thank you so much for such brilliant ideas!! Marie, I’m so in love with your such outstanding description, and the name fit perfectly!! Oh, and I just love “Secret Meadow” too and it will may be super-name for my next design coming soon! ;o)
A pattern Winners… 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 Blanket, I may use some of them in a future. SO… the Winners of Strawberry Delight Blanket pattern are: Andrea, Gen, Pamela, Catherine Ramella, Novi, Karree Williams, Aditi, De’Anna, Mary from Australia, Kay, Joann, Pat, Justine Kinch, Brenda Geiser, Carol McGuinn, Ann Wicks.
My Congratulations dear Ladies!! Your pattern will be emailed in PDF format right after pattern release!
New Blanket Preview & Contest for You
| February 10, 2016 | Filled under Giveaway |
I am so excited to introduce my newest blanket design. Crocheted in one piece, this blanket features a rows of 3D flowers, satin ribbon and detachable Strawberry pin. So girly and delicate! it can be made with any yarn weight, in any colors combinations and turned into any theme you can think of! We had pretty rainy this fall/winter, so I feel in love with this such bright and sunny yellow Isuela by Omega yarns. Strawberry pin can be a cute addition to mom’s wardrobe or a hair/bag accessories for older sister ;o)
… And now it’s a C O N T E S T time!
I am looking for the name and short and clear description for this blanket. In English only please ;o)
Any suggestion?
HOW TO ENTER
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 know ;o)
Question for Left-handed Crocheters
| February 5, 2016 | Filled under Patterns |
I just finished some stitch tutorials. And so excited to let you know, that from now they are available for both, right- and left-handers! But since I am right-handed, I would like to make sure that instructions for left-handers are correct and make a sense for you ;o) Could you please take a look at picture below and let me know if it work for you. Thank you so much!!
A full size image can be downloaded HERE.
A wonderful and lovely weekend everyone!! Looks as we will have a summer in February (up to 60-65F) next 4 days …thanks, weather. So thoughtful ;o)
Imagical Seasons™ Crochet Pattern Books | ♥ A Special Deal For You!!
| February 3, 2016 | Filled under FB page, Featured, Holidays, Marketing |
I just realized that it’s very first time when I wrote a post at Imagical Crochet Creations facebook’s page, and totally forgot to share it here. Oh my, I can’t believe it!
So, just in time for Valentine Day and coming Spring/Easter…
A book always makes a fantastic gift, and crochet pattern books for crafters are not exclusion! ;o) Let me introduce Imagical Seasons™ pattern book series available in paperback, digital and Kindle formats! Plus, ♥ I have a SPECIAL DEAL FOR YOU: get 30% off on entire purchase exclusively at ImagicalSeasons.com! Offer valid now through Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 11:59pm PST. No code needed.
To look inside the books, please make sure to check my Amazon store; To find the book in both PDF and PAPERBACK formats, please visit my site: http://imagicalseasons.com/; The books are also available at Etsy and Ravelry.
The Winners!!
| January 28, 2016 | Filled under FB page, Giveaway |
First, 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!
To make sure every entry counted, I created a list of all participants, which you can see at picture above.
And Oh yes, you are reading right… we have 2 Winners—since it was pretty hard to pick up just one of you! ;o)
So, the Winner #1 is Kelli Weaver (#12)! And the winner of smaller Tulip Hook Set is Sara Simons! My CONGRATULATIONS, ladies!! I’ll contact you shortly.
Many thanks again to each off You!! I’m truly happy that you enjoy everything and I so much appreciate all your support and love!! You are the Best!!
Be Mine Keychain | Crochet Free Pattern for Kids & Adults
| January 26, 2016 | Filled under Free patterns, Patterns |
… I am not sure why I see my photos in such different colors as supposed to be (just in case –here are rich lime green and gorgeous royal blue). I use Windows Life Writer which I LOVE for many years, but looks as they have some “issues” with Adobe Ps6… or probably it’s just me?! ;o)
Anyways!! Please let me introduce one of my new crochet patterns:
Be Mine Keychain
Red and pink are usual colors for Valentine Day, but why stop there? Crochet this keychain in your favorite colors and step out in style! Get creative and stylize it further by crochet with beads, sequins and other embellishments. Or just turn it into necklace, hair pin …or whatever you can think of!
This pattern is available for download for free (to download: simple click at highlighted in green be_mine_keychain_v01.pdf file on the right ) >>>
| Download: | be_mine_keychain_v01.pdf |
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| Updated: | January 25, 2016 |
| Size: | 2.5 MiB |
This pattern is also available for free download on Ravelry!
Yarn
Sport weight (#2 Fine).
Option 1: Omega Perle (100% mercerized cotton; 178 yd [163 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 1 ball of #529 lime green.
Option 2: Omega Perle (100% mercerized cotton; 178 yd [163 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 1 ball of #508 royal blue.
Finished Measurements
2.5” (6.5 cm) wide x 2” (5 cm) long
Notions
• Option 1: size 3/8” (9 mm); Option 2: 1 size 5/8” (16 mm) ladybug button (shown: handpainted ladybug buttons by JHB)
• Option 1: 1 size 1” (2.5 mm) daisy appliqué (shown: iron on appliqués by Wrights)
• Option 2: 2 size 3/8” (9 mm) lime leaf buttons
• fiberfill
• keyring
• 10” (25.4 cm) of 1/4” (3 mm) red/white polka dots ribbon (shown: mini dot ribbon by Offray, item #2287DFS)
• Sewing needle and coordinating thread
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
7 pages, 2 pictures, 1 diagram
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.
Imagical Crochet Creations by Alla Koval Designs | FB Page Grand Opening
| January 20, 2016 | Filled under FB page, Giveaway |
Fist of all, my apologies for the delay with my FB-page celebration – I was waiting for a package, which is arrived yesterday afternoon – and now I am ready ;o)
Lets fan begin!
1. You are welcome to get 50% off on any of my patterns (even my crochet pattern books): my Shop, Etsy and Raverly. Just use coupon code YOUWELCOME at checkout until January 27th, 2015 at 11:59 pm PST. No any obligations ;o).
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