Over a Cup | How To Reach Your Goals
| August 25, 2013 | Filled under Commercial |
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Dryad Vest (EAP) | Crocheted Vest Pattern for Kids 2-12 years
| August 8, 2013 | Filled under EAP Pattern, Patterns |
Tree spirits, also known as dryads, rarely leave their home trees for any reason — but if one did, what would she wear? Surely she would imagine a garment as dreamlike and graceful as this lovely crocheted long vest!
PLEASE NOTE: This pattern is released under EAP initiative (Early Access Program, see for details here)
SIZES
2 (4, 6, 8, 10,12) years.
Sample vests are shown in sizes: 10 and 2 for your reference.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Finished chest: 20.75 (24, 24, 27.75, 27.75, 30)" (53 [61, 61, 65, 70.5, 70.5] cm)
Finished length: 18.5 (19.25, 22.25, 22.75, 25.5, 27.5)" (47 [49, 56.5, 58, 65, 70] cm
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
YARN
DK weight (#3 Light).
Option 1: Omega Sinfonia (100% mercerized cotton; 232 yd [212 m]/ 3.52 oz [100 g]): 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 4) skeins of #834 gold, 1 skein each of #832 turquoise, #843 dark cinnamon.
Option 2: Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima (100% pima cotton; 220 yd [201 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]): 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) hanks of #3733 turquoise, 1 skein each of #3746 chartreuse, #3715 van dyke brown.
NOTIONS
• 3 size 0.5" (1.3 cm) and 2 size 1" (2.5 cm) accent beads (shown: crafting beads by Horizon Group USA, item #JC11760-123)
• 2 stitch markers
• Sewing needle and coordinating thread
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
* This eBook involves crochet skills only.
17 pages, 4 pictures, 6 diagrams, 1 schematic
Copyright: All graphics, template and photos are copyrighted. All rights reserved. Please be respectful of the designer’s rights to this pattern. No portion of this work may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written authorization from Alla Koval Designs. Unauthorized distribution or duplication is a violation of applicable laws.
The purchaser of this pattern is granted permission to sell the finished product for profit on a limited basis. Reference to designer’s pattern in your listing is welcome and much appreciated (example: pattern is designed by www.AllaKovalDesigns.com). Thank you!
PLEASE NOTE: This eBook is released under EAP initiative (Early Access Program, see for details here)
This EAP version of Dryad Vest pattern includes:
- 6 crochet diagram and 1 schematic (final versions)
- photos (final version)
- written instructions – not tech edited yet.
Still need to do for official release :
- description
- tech editing
This EAP pattern is available in my Shop and Etsy.
Regular price of eBook: $9.95
EAP version price: $8.45
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Dryad | Vest & More
| August 7, 2013 | Filled under Uncategorized |
Just can’t resist to share the first pictures taken in my mini photo studio. MANY THANKS to Svetlana Maytak, such AMAZING and BEYOND talented girl!!
Also, I’ve added a couple Dryad accessories, even if it’s a main reason of the delay with release the pattern. But I MUST release this pattern tomorrow. Wish me luck, please! ;0)
Ravelry | Download Issue – Fixed!
| August 4, 2013 | Filled under Announcements, In The News, Update |
Recently I had multiple issues with Ravelry customers not receiving their instant downloads. I am so glad to letting you know that this issue is fixed!
Also, I’ve been contacted by several people having a problem with instant download patterns in my Shop. I’ve double checked the process and found it also a bit not straightforward or clear but this is how eCommerce plugin is designed … So I want to explain it here.
There are two ways you can download your pattern.
1. After PayPal transaction is completed, you will be forwarded back to my Shop and you will see a “Transaction Results” page – please note lime Download hyperlink – this is the link to the PDF file. Please click it (or right-click it) and your browser will open/save/display PDF, as it is configured in your Windows/Mac/Unix/Chromium and your browser.
2. A few seconds after PayPal finished transaction, you will receive an email with download link.
Anyways, please let me know if you did not receive it or may have any questions.
Sincerely,
Alla
The Day of Sport
| August 2, 2013 | Filled under Kids, Life |
It’s always awesome to start your day with Empowered Recreation, and our goal is to make our morning workouts 5 days a week regularly. Well, at least yesterday we’ve had one ;o)
That afternoon, we spend about 7 hours at Key Arena for two reasons. First is our IRG&B girls made a debut with a group routine before the basketball game. Even if it’s our very first group routine, the girls had a huge success and got lots of compliments! The video below is unfortunately not the best quality (we definitely still need to learn how to record the group performance).
And then we’ve watched for the first time the basketball game. The Storm defeated the Phoenix Mercury, 88-79! Good job ladies!!
We’ve came back to home around 11:30pm happy, excited even if enough exhausted. Anyways – such memories! ;o)
Sakura Top | Crocheted Pattern for Kids 2-12 years
| July 23, 2013 | Filled under 2013, Patterns |
Well, even if my model woke up too late and a sun was too high for outside pictures (still need to take some pictures as well as take another try to learn studio photography after all ;0), I’m so glad to introduce…
Sakura Top Pattern
Enjoy springtime sweetness year-round with this intriguing ruffled crochet top. Perfectly pretty in white for warm sunny days, this top features cascades of ruffles gracefully into the skirt, while cherry appliques and a delicate two-toned woven ribbons add the perfect finishing touch. Its refreshing beauty is sure to delight the lucky wearer, especially when made in her favorite color! Done in sport weight yarn, this splendid piece will add a touch of spring to both casual and formal attire.
And as always, now is our traditional little Giveaway: first 3 persons, who leave comment on this post will receive this pattern via email in PDF format for FREE!! Good luck and have a fun!
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SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
SIZES
2 (4, 6, 8, 10,12) years
Sample tops are shown on the following pages: 8 years (p. 2), size 4 (p. 9).
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Finished chest: 23 (23, 25.5, 25.5, 28, 30.75)" (58.5 [58.5, 65, 65, 71, 78] cm)
Finished length: 15.25 (16.75, 19, 21, 23.5, 25)" (39 [42.5, 48.5, 53.5, 60, 63.5] cm)
YARN
Sport weight (#2 Fine).
Option 1: Omega Perle (100% mercerized cotton; 178 yd [163 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) balls of #501 white, 1 ball of #522 pink.
Option 2: Omega Perle (100% mercerized cotton; 178 yd [163 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) balls of #522 pink, 1 ball of #501 white.
* This pattern involves crochet skills only.
17 pages, 5 pictures, 7 diagrams, 1 schematic
Copyright: All graphics, template and photos are copyrighted. All rights reserved. Please be respectful of the designer’s rights to this pattern. No portion of this work may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written authorization from Alla Koval Designs. Unauthorized distribution or duplication is a violation of applicable laws.
The purchaser of this pattern is granted permission to sell the finished product for profit on a limited basis. Reference to designer’s pattern in your listing is welcome and much appreciated (example: pattern is designed by www.AllaKovalDesigns.com). Thank you!
This pattern is available in my Shop, Etsy, Raverly, DaWanda and YCMT.
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Sakura Top | UPDATE
| July 23, 2013 | Filled under Patterns, Update |
Yes, Sakura Top pattern will be released today! Just waiting when my daughter wakes up to take some pictures of original white top
Thank you so much for your patience with me! ;o)
Primrose | Crocheted Free Pattern for Kids and Adult
| July 18, 2013 | Filled under Free patterns, Patterns |
Even if 85% of my very first book is done (more details later), it seems that the amount of work to be done is still endless. And I must admit that I truly missed some little projects, which can be done in 1-2 days ;o)
So, let me introduce…
Primrose Flower Motif
Double the layers, double the fun! This fun set of three two-dimensional motifs will make a lovely addition to a hat, handbag, headband, pin, scrapbook layout or any other project you please. Made with sport or DK weight yarn, Primrose Motif can be used as a centerpiece under flowers or candles. It would also make a cute jar topper for those homemade mixes, treasures and goodies.
Work Rounds 1-4 only for a cute flower motif!
And since I’ve did not publish any patterns for free yet, I decided to offer you this one ;o) This pattern is available for download for FREE (to download: simple click at highlighted in green primrose_motif_v1.pdf file on the right ) >>>
| Download: | primrose_motif_v1.pdf |
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| Updated: | July 18, 2013 |
| Size: | 2.4 MiB |
SKILL LEVEL
Easy
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
4” (10 cm) from point to point.
YARN
Fingering weight (#1 Super Fine).
Shown: Omega La Perla (100% mercerized cotton; 278 yd [254 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 1 skein each of #645 green citrus (MC) and #646 lime green (CC); #644 pale turquoise (MC) and #621 turquoise (CC); #629 pink (MC) and #630 fuchsia (CC).
NOTIONS
• 3 size 1/4" (7 mm) pearl buttons (shown: by La Mode Buttons, item #4662)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
* This pattern involves crochet skills only.
6 pages, 2 pictures, 1 diagram
Copyright: All graphics, template and photos are copyrighted. All rights reserved. Please be respectful of the designer’s rights to this pattern. No portion of this work may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written authorization from Alla Koval Designs. Unauthorized distribution or duplication is a violation of applicable laws.
Feel free to sell the finished product for profit on a limited basis. Reference to designer’s pattern in your listing is welcome and
much appreciated (example: pattern is designed by www.AllaKovalDesigns.com).
© 2013 Alla Koval Designs, Inc.
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. Thank you!
P.S.: Oh and guess, which pattern I’ve almost finished and will release EAP version next week? ;o) Yes, Dryad Vest is coming! Can you believe this pattern already took 145 hours?! But I’m so glad that I did it and think it’s my most favorite (and most labour-intensive) pattern so far lol
Sakura Top pattern is also done and sent to tech editor. And right after back will be released.
What a Day!!
| July 4, 2013 | Filled under Life |
… and I’m talking not just about another sunny summer day here, in Seattle ;o)
But, first of all, HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA!! I bet you all have a fun and enjoed your day!
Today we’ve accomplished our little 6.2-mile loop walking around Lake Union that connects Gas Works Park, University Bridge, South Lake Union Park and Fremont Bridge. Thanks to our friends for the tip!
And now, in the evening, we are looking forward to see fireworks, like all kids around :o)
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All on Summer Day
| June 24, 2013 | Filled under Etsy, Featured |
“..blessings for Monday and the week ahead” says Margaret – an curator of this lovely and full of sunshine Etsy treasury! Many thanks for including my Vintage Rose Top pattern in All on Sumer Day!
Another absolutely gorgeous and lovely treasury is Potpourri For You and Me! by Elisa and Awilda. Wonderful finds!
Thank you so much for including the Fluffy Clouds Blanket pattern! Also this pattern was featured in wonderful Soft Place to Fall collection by Maureen, which “inspired by mothers who are their childrens’ soft place to fal, comes this collection of soft, fluffy things that make you feel good. Just like Mom.”
“I just love this plant!!!!” says Sabine, a curator of Dandelion treasury and I must admit that we are definitely on the same page ;o)
Many thanks for including my Dandelion Tunic pattern Sabine!
“Sweet things for a little one dear to your heart!” it’s all about such darling and charming Sweet Pea collection by Darlene! Thanks for including the Magnolia Lace Coat pattern in this treasury.
Many Thanks to Schatzinsel for including the Daisy Pin pattern in so pretty and colorful Spring Time Happy Time treasury! My most favorite time of year!!
One of my favorite design and my most lovely Black and Red Mod treasury created by beyond talented girl and my dear friend Ada Gurevich!! “Sometimes I’ve been thinking that I have like dark mood, but then I thought it’s not so bad because this dark colors they are just beautiful, and even babies see those colors first, the Valentine day is all over this colors.” Thank you so much Aduska for including my Minnie Jacket pattern.
If you not familiar with Ada’s work, make sure to check her shop, which is about Ada’s art work and jewelry. You will LOVE it for sure!!
And just in case – a couple more jackets for cold days ;o) My both: knit and crochet versions of Polar Bear jackets pattern was featured in Blue Color treasury by Olga and in Ice Ice Baby by Fulya. Thank you so much ladies!!
And last treasure I would like to share is Needles are clicking away “All over the World” by Margaret.
“…needles not my old bones lol ” says Margaret ;o))) Thanks a lot for adding my Flower Power Bolero pattern!
A wonderful and lovely Monday everyone!! :0) I have something to share with you late this week. See you then!!
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