Thursday, March 6, 2014

5k Fan Appreciation Giveaway

I want to let you all know how much I appreciate your support.  I am extremely thankful for the friendships I've made with many of you over the last few years.  It is so exciting to see my hobby grow and have so many people appreciate what I do.  What an awesome experience this has been!

To celebrate gaining 5,000 fans on Face Book,  I have a fantastic giveaway starting today.  Red Heart has generously donated a wonderful prize package valued at $125 - WOW!

This Retail Prize Package includes:
·         4 With Love
·         3 Anne Geddes
·         2 Boutique Magical
·         2 Reflective
·         2 Boutique Treasure
·         2 Boutique Sassy Fabric
·         1 Boutique Sashay
·         Red Heart Tote Bag
·         Susan Bates Knitting Needles Set
·         Susan Bates Crochet Hooks Set
·         Red Heart Tape Measure






Monday, March 3, 2014

New Pattern: Ribbon Candy V Scarf

Every now and then,  I like to offer patterns for free and this is one that I designed specifically with that in mind.

The Ribbon Candy V Scarf is really easy to work up and can be made in any size.  Instructions are given for an 18" doll sized scarf also to give girls a "mommy & Me" set. A photo is shown at the very bottom of this post as an example.
AND - if you keep going on the repeat rows, it would make an AWESOME afghan!

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I hope you enjoy this pattern and I would love to see photos if you make something with it.  Feel free to post it on my  Facebook page. 
If you would like a PDF ready version, it's available for purchase here: http://www.craftingfriendsdesigns.com/store/p195/Pattern%3A_Ribbon_Candy_V_Scarf.html

Ribbon Candy V Scarf

Ribbon Candy V Scarf by Crafting Friends Designs
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Size:  18” Doll (3’, 4’, 5’, 6’)                          
Gauge: 4 SC & 4 Rows = 1”                                              
Hook: Size H or size to match gauge                                   
Materials: Red Heart Soft 4ww
 5-8oz Main Color (A)
 2-6oz Striping Color (B)

Saturday, March 1, 2014

Spring Sparkle Shawl Pattern Release

Spring Sparkle Shawl
Recently, I was able to try out some new yarn from Red Heart.  Have you ever heard of Boutique Swanky?
It's quite pretty!  It has a fun shine to the threads and Sequins are sporadically placed to give it that extra sparkle.  I have been asked many times to design a lacy shawl and when Red Heart sent me a skein of Boutique Swanky to try out, well,  I knew exactly what I wanted to use it for!