Lace Coat Progress

February 26, 2019 Filled under Uncategorized
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Sneak peek №2
The result of voting for the style of back panel was about 45% to 55% in favor of a white coat. I also could not choose, so I ended up with the third version, which can be embellished in couple ways for different look. It’s look funny without collar and sleeves but I wanted to give you an idea what it’s look like 😉 What do you think?
For the back panel of turquoise coat – I’ll use it for lace tunic pattern for sure. And now I think think that back panel on white coat makes the coat a bit overloaded with variety of lace patterns 🤔
 
In the other news.
So far:
☑︎ Both coats about 70% done.
☑︎ All 💯+ stitch diagrams are finished.
☑︎ Instructions for sleeves and back inserts are written as well as material list and Special Stitches.
☑︎ Schematic and resizing half done.
 
I am so looking forward to finish the coats and pattern as soon ad possible. But first I should complete and ship secret project for Interweave Crochet Fall 2019 issue 😎
 

Contest Time!

February 19, 2019 Filled under Giveaway
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I can’t wait to share with you more details and pattern-progress with the lace coat, but meanwhile let’s have a CONTEST!

 

I am looking for a catching name (and short description if possible) for this lace coat with two styles of collar, two options of sleeves edging and versatile back insert. In English only please ;o)

HOW TO ENTER

  • To enter the contest, please post the coat name ideas and short description in comments. Feel free to post as many entries as you would like. 
  • The Winner will get Visa Gift Card of $35 value (for US residents only!) or $35 via PayPal/Western Union (WORLDWIDE) + this lace coat pattern for free right after release.
  • All participants, who will post a name suggestion(s) will receive 50% OFF coupon to my Raverly and Etsy stores with no expiration date.


TERMS

  • This contest starts today, February19th, 2019 and will end February 26th, 2019 at 12:59 pm PST time.

The Winner will be announced and notified next day – Wednesday, February 27th.

 

P.S.: If you are not interesting in this contest, please feel free to leave the comments anyway.
I just love to receive them and every comment is much appreciated!! Well, I bet You know 😘😘😘

Butterfly Kisses Crochet Blanket Pattern | Sizes Baby & Throw

February 14, 2019 Filled under 2019, Patterns
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Make the ultimate in the lace for little ones in your life!
This airy and delicate like a butterfly kisses blanket crocheted with 100% hight quality cotton and instructions for Baby and Throw blanket sizes are included.
This pattern is suitable even for beginner level crocheters but it will not seem boring for experienced ones either!
Moreover trying out this pattern is an awesome opportunity to practice or learn puff, bobble and popcorn stitches. Considering that even the most seasoned crocheters might find themselves confused by which is which one should not miss out on the chance to give this pattern a try!

♥ ♥ ♥ VALENTINE DAY SPECIAL  FOR YOU: Enjoy 50% off on this pattern. The offer expires February 17th, 2019 at 11:59 pm.

SKILL LEVEL
Easy

SIZES
Baby/ Throw

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
33 (50)” (84 [127] cm) wide by 35 (59)” (89 [150] cm) long. Sample shown is size Baby.

YARN
Fingering weight (#1 Super Fine).
Shown: DMC Natura Just Cotton(100% cotton; 170 yd [155 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 7 (12) balls of #01 Ibiza (MC), 2 balls of #89 Jaune Indien (CC1) and 1 (2) ball(s) of #102 Myosotis (CC2).
Yarn suggestion #2 (not shown): Omega Perle (100% cotton; 178 yd [163 m]/1.76 oz [50 g]): 7 balls of #501 white (MC), 2 ball of #527 mint (CC1) and 1 ball of #520 light pink (CC2).

CROCHET HOOK
Size C/2 (2.75 mm)

NOTIONS
•  4 stitch markers
•  Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

GAUGE
28 dc x 10 rows = 4” (10 cm).
Gauge is not critical for this design.

* This eBook involves crochet skills only.
20 pages, 2 photos, 4 stitch diagrams, 2 tutorials: Spike (Long) Stitch, Two Ways To Crochet Picot; technical pages: Glossary, Conversion charts, Yarn Substitution Chart.

This pattern is available in myLCG Pattern Shop, Etsy, Raverly, Craftsy and LoveKnitting.

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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. You are more than welcome to sell items made from AllaKovalDesigns™ patterns. Credit to the designer is greatly appreciated (example: pattern is designed by www.AllaKovalDesigns.com) but not required.

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My Current Project Updates

February 7, 2019 Filled under In The News, Instagram
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One more pattern I want to finish before start to work on a secret project for Fall 2019 issue of my lovely Interweave Crochet 🥰

Can you recognize this design?! Oh, yes. It took a long time to get back to this design 🙈 But I am so glad I did it!

Below are back details and a question for you:

Which version of back insert do you like more if any?
1 – like on white coat
2 – like on turquoise one
3 – no any
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P. S.: Curious what’s the final one?! 🤓


For more details and progress pictures and more news, please visit my Instagram’s page @allakovaldesigns. You are heartily invited and very welcome to join me! Let’s stay connected: https://www.instagram.com/allakovaldesigns/

Snow in Seattle :)

February 5, 2019 Filled under Life
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Seattle’s first snow of the season ❄️☃️ Snow isn’t that common here and city tends to slow or even shut down with mere inches of snow. So, schools are still closed. And I started this morning with thawing nectar in the hummingbird’s feeders 🙃

If you are curious, below are some interesting facts about Seattle’s snow:
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The most snow that Seattle has ever had was 64 inches. This record was made back in 1880. Usually, however, the average is about five inches of snow every season. In some years they don’t get any snow. Other notable snow seasons include the 21.4 inches back in 1950 and the 21.5 inches in 1916. Getting snow of this amount is really rare in Seattle.
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I am just back from walking and so enjoyed sun and snow ❄️ What is your weather today?😉

Crest of a Wave Crochet Blanket Pattern | Sizes: Baby/ Toddler/ Throw/ King

January 24, 2019 Filled under 2019, Patterns
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Crest Of A Wave Blanket

Relax in style by the seaside listening to a rhythmic and soothing wave dance on this light-weight yet sturdy luxurious blanket! Or embrace your special summer memories of melodious waves and wrap up in this soft blanket during the chilly season.

This versatile blanket features a charming cluster waves pattern that can be crocheted with gorgeous merino wool yarn for cold days, or use any yarn weights for other seasons and occasions. Make an equally stunning blanket in colors of your choice!

Because the blanket size is so easily adjusted, make it a baby blankie, a throw or even a bedspread—the possibilities are endless with this fun and easy pattern. Instruction for Baby (Toddler, Throw, King) sizes are included!

SKILL LEVEL
Easy

SIZES
Baby/ Toddler/ Throw/ King

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
32 (43, 52, 96)” (81 [109, 132, 243] cm) wide by 32 (51, 62, 92)” (109 [129.5, 157.5, 234] cm) long. Sample shown is size Toddler.

YARN
Dk weight (#3 Light).

Shown: Universal Yarn Bamboo Pop (50% cotton, 50% bamboo; 290 yd [266 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]): 7 (10, 14, 25) balls of #106 turquoise, 1 (1, 1, 2) ball(s) each of #108 lime green and #101 white.

Option 2 (doesn’t shown): Premier® Cotton Fair® (52% cotton, 48% acrylic; 317 yd [290 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]): 7 (10, 14, 25) of #2704 turquoise.

CROCHET HOOK

Size E/4 (3.5 mm); size D/3 (3.25 mm).

NOTIONS
• 4″ (10 cm) long piece of cardboard
•  4 stitch markers
•  Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

GAUGE
21 hdc x 16 rows = 4″ (10 cm) made with larger crochet hook.
Gauge is not critical for this design.

* This eBook involves crochet skills only.
14 pages, 2 photos, 2 stitch diagrams, 3 tutorials: How to Crochet Into Third Loop of Half Double Crochet, Reverse Single Crochet Stitch, Making a Tassel; technical pages: Glossary, Conversion charts, Yarn Substitution Chart.

This pattern is available in myLCG Pattern Shop, Etsy, Raverly, Craftsy and LoveKnitting.

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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. You are more than welcome to sell items made from AllaKovalDesigns™ patterns. Credit to the designer is greatly appreciated (example: pattern is designed by www.AllaKovalDesigns.com) but not required.

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To enjoy more  Spring deals, please visit my Etsy, Ravelry, Amazon and ImagicalSeasons.com stores.
To look inside Imagical Seasons™ crochet pattern books, please visit my Amazon store.

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Blanket Sizes Chart

January 23, 2019 Filled under A la Koval Best Practices, Trade Secrets à la Koval
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This year I decided to challenge myself and not only design easy-adjustable-size blankets, but also include in my patterns instructions for 3-4 blanket sizes and couple yarn options 🧶
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I googled to double check if here any standards for blanket sizes and found that just baby blanket has at least 7 of them 🙃The good news is that these measurements are just guidelines. Sure crochet blanket’s size can be determined by gauge, stitch pattern, or motif size.
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❓ What is your favorite blanket sizes to knit or crochet? My are baby and lapghan because it works up quickly and isn’t too big and bulky.
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P.S: Tomorrow the first blanket pattern of 2019 will be released. Stay tuned 😉

Imagical Seasons™ Crochet Pattern Books | News

January 21, 2019 Filled under Commercial
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Do you know that my Imagical Seasons™ crochet pattern books are available in Kindle format too? And seems as Kindle version is best sellet especially for my Japanese customers 🧐😊
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To look inside Imagical Seasons™ crochet pattern books and order Kindle or paperback versions, please visit my Amazon store. The books in PDF and paperback formats are also available at ImagicalSeasons.com, Ravelry and Etsy.
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If you are new here and wonder what I am taking about… this was my very first experience in book-writing and a true labor of love. From the very first pages I was simultaneously absorbed and exhilarated by all the ideas that kept coming and demanding to be shared.
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This book grew so fast that soon it got too big to be a single volume, so instead it turned into a series of four books, one for each season… even if I still need to finish Fall and Winter volumes 🤔
 
P.S.: Wonder what is new happens on “You Made This!” page?! Check my next post. I’ll so proudly share your beautiful creations made with my books! 🥰

Living Coral | Color of 2019 by Pantone

January 21, 2019 Filled under Inspiration
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I love coral with all its shades and how elegant it look with traditional white/blacks/grays. But oh my, just look how fresh and happy are combinations of coral with mint, aqua and greens! Below are my most favorited:

Not to mention that it’s a flattering color for lots of different skin tones, so I’m really excited about this Color of the Year! And found fantastic yarn in some exciting coral shades 😉

What is your relationship with coral❓

1️⃣ Yay!
2️⃣ We have never met
3️⃣ No no no! ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀
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Yarn Talk | Jade Sapphire Silk Cashmere

January 16, 2019 Filled under Yarn, Yarn Talk
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My very first experience with silk & cashmere yarn. Seriously. After over 30 years of knitting and crocheting…
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Seems I just did not come across a good reason to try my hands on cashmere. For kids designs I love high quality cotton, bamboo and silk blends without wool because of sensitive skin and allergy little cuties may have. For myself, just about month ago I crocheted a first tunic in last 10 years. Many thanks Interweave Crochet team for motivation!
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So, searching yarn for a sweater for our good friend I fell in love with Jade Sapphire silk & cashmere 2 ply yarn immediately… even if my first experience with this yarn was not such successful 😎
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🙈 First, I found only 5 hanks in color I wanted (I needed about 6-6.5).
🙈 Then I was lucky to find one more hank, but from different lot. I knew that shade may vary, but I did not expected that here will be such a huge difference. So, I ordered a hank of contrasting black and got a new design idea 💡
🙈 Last, and totally my fault – I made not enough bid swatch to notice the difference in size after wet blocking. The result is loose fit sweater instead of slim fit.
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Anyway, I am still in love with this yarn and:
👌🏻Found a perfect gauge, which is after blocking almost didn’t change.
👌🏻Ordered and tested two more yarn-options for this project: Jade Sylph (linen & cashmere blend for more strength) and CoBaSi (cotton/silk/bamboo blend for summer version and not that expensive yarn)
👌🏻 Wrote the pattern for size M, but I need to resize and test it first with CoBaSi 🧶. Seems, our friend will get another sweater in near future – probably a bit in different style …and slim fitted as we planned 😉
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Brand: Jade Sapphire
Yarn Name: Silk Cashmere
Weight: Fingering (#0 Lace)
Fiber Content: 55% silk 45% cashmere
Yardage: 400 yd (366 m)/1.94 oz (55 g)
Care Instructions: Hand wash.
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