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Handmade * Simple * Pure
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Handmade Soap!!

2/17/2021

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I have ALWAYS wanted to make soap!
​And now I am!
Not only can you find one of a kind Crochet patterns designed by me, handspun/hand dyed yarn spun & dyed by me, NOW you can purchase Handmade Soap - made from scratch by me!

Soap making has always intrigued me, but I was a bit nervous to dive into yet another craft...BUT, I am the ULTIMATE crafty lady, so of course I was bound to do it!! And, wow, is it ever FUN!!!

A bit about my soaps - I make all these soaps from scratch, using Oils & Sodium Hydroxide (lye). This process allows the oils & lye to combine to become soap (through Saponification). The end result is TRUE soap like it has been made for hundreds of years. The saponification process completely changes the molecular structure of the oils & lye, so there is only pure soap with no chemicals. I choose oils based on their properties, for example: coconut oil is very cleansing, shea & cocoa butter is very conditioning, etc. I choose additives based on their functions. Some additives can be omitted, so some are purely to make a soap more luxurious, bubbly, or just smell & look great! Please feel free to PM me if you have any questions about my soaps!

I now have a TAB above labeled Soaps - where you can find all my soaps I have available for purchase.
I add NEW soaps EVERY WEEK - so please check back often to see what creations I have available!

You can click SOAP to go directly to my store!

Thanks so much!!!

Ann
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Back To School Yarn Sale & something EXTRA SPECIAL!!

8/15/2018

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Who doesn't need that ONE OF A KIND crochet/knit item to show off at school?? GlamSpun Yarn is that perfect addition to your handmade accessories! Hat, scarf, shawl, mits, socks, or even an accent to a cardigan or pullover!

YOU or your Back To Schooler will STAND OUT from the crowd!!

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Don't miss out - GlamSpun Yarn is going FAST!!
Get 30% off ALL GlamSpun Yarn until Friday, August 17!
​Use coupon code BTS30 in my GlamSpun Yarn Store!

WIN A FREE SKEIN!!!
Share THIS blog post on every social platform you can & get entered to win A FREE SKEIN of GlamSpun Yarn!! Winner can choose 1(One) skein of GlamSpunYarn of their choice from my inventory for FREE.

Rules:
- Share this blog post - use #GlamSpunYarn or #Glamour4You
- Copy the URL of the share & paste it in a comment HERE on this  blog post.
- All comments received by Sunday August 19th, 2017 midnight EST will be entered to Win.
- Glamour4You has the right to refuse any entry for any reason.
- Winner will be chosen after close of contest by random selection & notified by a reply to their comment on this blog post. 
- Winner has 48hrs from time of reply to claim prize or prize will be void.
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Flash Sale | GlamSpun Yarn | Free Patterns

7/3/2018

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​I am having a #FlashSale to C E L E B R A T E the introduction of my new #YARN!! Yes, you read that right!! I have been #spinning and I LOVE IT!!! Here are some pics of my new yarn line - #GlamSpunYarn!!
To see the FULL post & all the INFO (to get the Coupon Code & see how you can Win FREE patterns...click on my biz pic in the top left corner to get to my original FB post!
*All entries for free patterns must be done on the Original FB post - NOT HERE. Any comments on this blog post will not count as entries.

Thank you for reading!!!
Hope you all have a Happy & Safe 4th of July!!

Love to you all!!
​Ann from Glamour4You
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Garden Swirl Afghan

3/20/2018

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I have an exciting New Pattern Release to share with you all!!

As spring is now upon us, the chill of the winter air still lingers. But the thought of bright, beautiful flowers in bloom fills our minds with excitement of fresh new days! What better way to spend those days wrapped up in the Garden Swirl Afghan!
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12 Days of Christmas 2017

12/12/2017

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​Welcome to the
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12 Days of Christmas!


​Hosted by:
The Blue Star Boutique
Shelley, from The Blue Star Boutique, has gathered some pretty AMAZING designers together to arrange a 12 Days of Christmas!

Starting Dec 13th, 2017 - EVERYDAY until Christmas we will feature a specific Designer & a specific SALE for that Designer!!!
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Here are the DATES & DESIGNERS!! Every day, I will update THIS blog post with the Designer's SALE & a LINK to the Designer!!
Be sure to check back EVER DAY to see what each Designer is offering!!!
On the 1st Day of Christmas......
Dec 13, 2017
​The Blue Star Boutique
Sale: Brand NEW pattern for only $1!!
Stop by The Blue Star Boutique for all the details:
https://thebluestarboutique.com/2017/12/13/12-days-of-christmas-have-begun/
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On the 2nd Day of Christmas......
Dec 14, 2017
​Sweet Potato Crochet Creations
Sale: A brand NEW pattern & a Super sale!!
Check it out here:
https://sweetpotatocrochetcreations.wordpress.com/2017/12/14/12-days-of-christmas-2017/
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On the 3rd Day of Christmas......
​Dec 15, 2017
Ambassador Crochet
Sale: A brand NEW pattern for only $1
Check it out here:
​http://ambassadorcrochet.com/2017/12/15/arctic-snowdrift-cowl/
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On the 4th Day of Christmas......
Dec 16, 2017
Blackstone Designs
Sale: 50% Off ALL patterns!!
Check it out here:
https://blackstonedesigns.blogspot.com/2017/12/12-days-of-christmas-2017.html
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On the 5th Day of Christmas......
Dec 17, 2017
Glamour4You
Sale: 50% Off ALL patterns - good until Christmas Day!
Use coupon code: 5GoldenRings
Ravelry Store or Website Store
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On the 6th Day of Christmas......
Dec 18, 2017
Snappy Tots
Sale: 65% off All patterns, Super Sale, & Brand New Pattern
Check it out here:
http://snappy-tots.com/12-days-christmas-2017/​
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​On the 7th Day of Christmas......
Dec 19, 2017
Sweet Potato 3
Sale: Brand New Pattern for $1 & 50% Off Sale!
Check it out here:
http://sweetpotato3.com/7th-day-christmas-hygge-cozy/
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On the 8th Day of Christmas......
Dec 20, 2017
​Creative Threads by Leah
Sale: 70% Off Mega Sale!!
Check it out here:
https://www.facebook.com/CreativeThreadsbyLeah/posts/1299224756850206​
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On the 9th Day of Christmas......
Dec 21, 2017
​Yarn Medleys From The Heart
Sale: 50% Off All Patterns with code: 9LADIESDANCING
On Ravelry here:
https://www.ravelry.com/designers/yarn-medleys-from-the-heart
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On the 10th Day of Christmas......
Dec 22, 2017
AllieCat's Hats and Crafts
Sale: 50% off All Patterns Sale & FREE Very Merry Christmas Stocking Pattern!
Coupon code: 10LordsLeaping
Ravelry Shop: ​https://www.ravelry.com/designers/yarn-medleys-from-the-heart
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On the 11th Day of Christmas......
Dec 23, 2017
Crafting Friends Designs
Sale: MEGA pattern sale with 65% - 75% off all patterns!!
Check it out here:
https://craftingfriendsdesigns.blogspot.com/2017/12/12-days-of-christmas-gifts-with-your.html
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On the 12th Day of Christmas......
Dec 24, 2017
KMT Creations
Sale: BOGO Sale!!
In her Ravelry Shop:

https://www.ravelry.com/designers/kayla-norris
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Thanks so much for stopping by my blog!
DON"T FORGET to stop by EVERY DAY to see EACH of the Designer's 12 Days of Christmas Sale!!

Have a very happy & safe holiday!!!!
Happy Crochet!!!

Love,
Ann

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New Yarn + New Pattern = Giveaway

11/15/2017

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**********CONTEST IS OVER**********

Winners
Name Suggestion Winner: Anita Mills "Street Graffiti"
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1 pattern of choice winners:
- Beth Williamson
- Jessica Sheetz
- Kathryn Garner
- Monica Ballinger
- Tereasa Kitchens

Emails have been sent (11/27/17) to all the winners. Winners have 48hrs to respond to emails to claim prize.
Thank you again for all your support!!! Congratulations to all the winners!!!



I had the pleasure of collaborating with Katy from KT and the Squid on a very special project! Katy has been hand dying (WOW) her own yarn (and let me tell you - it is BEAUTIFUL!!). She asked me if I would like to design a pattern with one of her yarns (she said she had a special color way in mind just for me). I could not resist!! 
THIS is the yarn she sent me.......OH MY GOODNESS.........
And, she named it "Ann's Rainbow" (my name is Ann, for those of you that don't know)!! Not only was I extremely humbled, I felt like a kid in a candy store when the yarn arrived!! All the COLORS and the SOFTNESS!!!
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"Ann's Rainbow" Variegated by KT and the Squid
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"Ann's Rainbow" Variegated by KT and the Squid
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"Ann's Rainbow" Variegated by KT and the Squid
Working with Katy's yarn was amazing! The colors are vibrant, the yarn is so soft, and the color way is super fun & happy - just like real rainbows!
You can view ALL of Katy's hand-dyed yarn in her Etsy Shop!
Katy also made other variations of these yarn.
Here are some of the "Ann's Rainbow" Collection: Variegated, Splash, & Sprinkles.
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From L to R: Variegated, Splash, Sprinkles
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"Ann's Rainbow" Splash
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"Ann's Rainbow" Sprinkles
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"Ann's Rainbow" Splash
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"Ann's Rainbow" Sprinkle
Aren't these just DELICIOUS!!!!! 
Now, (excuse me while I wipe my face from drooling...), do you want to see what I decided to make????
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This hat is super stretchy & fits like a glove on your head! It is composed of Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitches, & Short Rows to feel & look like knit stitches, but it is all crochet! It works up fast & only uses 1 skein!! The ridges give great texture & is eye-catching. Available in Adult, Child, & Baby sizes.
Name Contest & Giveaway
Name this Hat!!
Katy & I have decided to give 1 lucky winner the entire pattern kit to make their own hat! No purchase necessary - all you have to do is suggest a Name for this hat!!
Rules:
- 1 winner will receive a Digital PDF copy of the hat pattern in this blog post (from Glamour4You) and 1 skein of "Ann's Rainbow" Variegated (from KT and the Squid)
- 1 winner will be chosen from the name suggestions.
- No purchase necessary.
- Complete entire Entry form below.
- 1 Entry per name suggestion - you may enter a name suggestion as many times as you like as long as each suggestion is a different name.
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​- Contest begins Wednesday November 22, 2017 & ends Sunday November 26, 2017 midnight EST.
- Winner will be notified by email used in entry form. Winner has 48hrs to respond.
- Glamour4You has all rights to refuse entry or entrant.
- All Entrants agree to all rules when completing each entry.
Entry-Form
****Bonus!!
Glamour4You will give 5 lucky Entrants 1 pattern of choice from my shop! The MORE entries, the more chances to WIN!!

Also - enjoy 40% off all patterns in Glamour4You's Website Store & Ravelry Shop with coupon code: ShopTilYouDrop40

Please enjoy 10% off all physical items & 50% off all patterns in KT and the Squid's Etsy Shop & 30-70% off in KT and the Squid's Ravelry Shop (the more you add to the cart - the more you save!) No coupon code necessary for discounts in Katy's shops!
Thanks so much for for supporting Glamour4You!!

Happy Crocheting!!
​Ann
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Yarn Canvas Cross Stitch

6/27/2017

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Yarn Canvas Cross Stitch by Glamour4You
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Yarn Canvas Cross Stitch by Glamour4You
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Yarn Canvas Cross Stitch by Glamour4You
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Yarn Canvas Cross Stitch by Glamour4You
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Yarn Canvas Cross Stitch by Glamour4You
This unique take on traditional cross stitch is fast & easy! You can Glam up any room!! The possibilities are endless!!
Materials:
  • 12x12 (or any size) canvas
  • Pencil (or sewer's markers/chalk)
  • Ruler
  • ​Needle - quilter's needle that has a sharp point & large eye
  • ​Yarn

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National Crochet Month 2017

3/6/2017

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I have teamed up once again for this year's National Crochet Month Blog Tour by Crochetville! This is Crochetville's 5th year putting on this amazing blog tour to celebrate National Crochet Month (which is THIS month!!)

Here is the direct link so you can follow along every day to see what there is to offer!
Crochetville's National Crochet Month Blog Tour 2017
Here is the direct link to Crochetville's FB Group for the blog tour.
Crochetville's National Crochet Month Blog Tour FB Group
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Here is the direct link to Glamour4You's post on the blog tour
​(Coupon Code available in the post!!)
Glamour4You's National Crochet Month Blog Tour post sponsored by Crochetville
Don't forget to check the Blog Tour everyday to see what everyone has to offer! There are so many talented artists that you may have never knew about!
Pin it - Share it - Tell all the world!
Happy National Crochet Month!!!
Thank you for crocheting & supporting crochet designers!
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100th Pattern Celebration & Giveaway!

2/17/2017

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*****CONTEST & GIVEAWAY is CLOSED*****
I have released my 100th pattern! WOW!! I am so excited & blown away that I have been able to release 100 patterns! It is all because of YOU! Your support & encouragement has kept me working as hard as I can & I THANK ALL OF YOU!!
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Introducing the Glam Magic Cable Bun Hat!
The Glam Magic Cable Bun Hat features classic cables that everyone loves & a ribbed brim that is stylish & functional! But the best part is where the Magic comes in: it has a buttoned seam down the length of the hat which allows you to wear your Bun or Ponytail ANYWHERE on your head! If you want a high bun/pony, you got it! If you want a low bun/pony, you got it! If you want a side bun/pony, you got it! If you want NO bun/pony, you can do that too!
​What more can you ask for in a hat??
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The Glam Magic Cable Bun Hat comes in 3 different sizes: Adult 22", Teen 20", & Child 18".
I used Stylecraft Special DK yarn (#3 weight) & a 4mm hook.
You can view the pattern here:
Pattern Store
Ravelry
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To celebrate my 100th pattern release, I (and all the amazing sponsors below) will be giving away PRIZES!!

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DIY Pompom Maker for Kids

2/12/2017

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I needed to make a bunch of Pompom Makers for my daughter's class that were easy for kids to use. The kids were going to make pompom "Love Bugs" for a Valentine's Day activity & the kids needed to make the "Love Bugs" all by themselves. So I created an easy, DIY Pompom Maker that anyone can use!

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