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Donuts - Zero Calorie, Cute, Easy, Crochet! BONUS sizes included!!

1/20/2017

"These Zero Calorie donuts are EASY, FAST, & sooo yummy (with no guilt!). You can work up the regular size in less than an hour, so you will be "baking" dozens in no time!
In addition to the Regular donut size, I have also included instructions for Mini, Large, & XL Donuts!!"

Keep scrolling to the bottom for the EXTRA BONUS size!!!

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3rd Annual Sales & Giveaway Event!

11/25/2016

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Welcome to the 3rd Annual Sales & Giveaway Event!!!

This year’s event is brought to you by 24 of your favorite designers & one of your favorite yarn companies!
We’ve had so much great feedback about our coupon code, ENABLER, that we’ve decided to keep it for another year!

Shop ‘Til You Drop!
Simply click on all of your favorite designers’ photos below (and new-to-you designers) to be taken directly to their Ravelry shops! Add your MUST HAVE designs to your shopping cart, apply Coupon Code: ENABLER to see what great discounts the designers are offering this year! *Coupon Valid from 11/25/16 thru 11/28/16.

Watch Your Savings Grow!
Try adding 1, 3, 5, 8 or more designs from one designer to your cart and watch your savings grow! Each designer has set up different discounts that grow depending on the size of your purchase.

Abigail Haze Designs

ACCROchet

A Crocheted Simplicity

Ana D

Blackstone Designs

Briana K

Crafting Friends Designs

Crochet by Jennifer

CrocheTrend

Crystalized Designs

Danyel Pink Designs

Divine Debris

Em's Corner

Felted Button

Glamour4You

Just Be Happy Crochet

Lilla Bjorn Crochet

Luz Patterns

Melody's Makings

One & Two Company

The Purple Poncho

Pattern Paradise

Sincerely Pam

Unravel Me

Our BIG GIVEAWAY!!!!

This year’s prizes include:

(3) Winners will each receive a $40 gift card to their craft store of choice (JoAnns, Michaels or Hobby Lobby)

(2) Winners will each receive their choice of 8 balls of Lion Brand Wool Ease (See below for more details and links to prizes)

(1) Winner will receive a Set of (10) Clover Amour Crochet Hooks from A Crocheted Simplicity

Thank You, Lion Brand Yarns, for sponsoring 2 awesome yarn prizes!

(2) Winners will each receive any 8 balls from the Lion Brand Yarns Wool Ease family! Click on the following to see your options! Wool Ease Worsted, Wool Ease Tonal, Wool Ease Thick & Quick, or Wool Ease Chunky
**Lion Brand Yarns giveaway open to residents of the United States & Canada only.

Click on the Game Graphic below to Enter to Win any of the fabulous prizes!
Winners will be drawn early Tuesday, November 29, 2016. This blog post will be updated with the list of winners and winners will be e-mailed so please make sure to double check your e-mail address.

Thank you so much for shopping & supporting handmade small business' this holiday season! We hope you LOVE the sales & giveaways!! Please share with everyone you know!!

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Planned Pooling with Crochet Made Easy - 4 Simple Steps!

9/24/2016

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RHSS Antique

Have you seen the Argyle craze with variegated yarn that's been happening all over social media? Have you tried it? Did you succeed or fail?
Well, I have broken down the "math" (don't be scared, cause you really do not need to use math) of it all into how to achieve the Argyle look!

RHSS Fall

First, let talk about what is Planned Pooling.
Planned pooling is a technique where you intentionally work the colors of a multi-colored skein of yarn to make a specific design or color effect when you crochet.
Notice the word "intentionally" - means that if you do a little pre-planning, you can make the colors pool the way they should without having to frog your work a million times. And it will work the 1st time, every time!

FIRST
For this tutorial, I will be using Red Heart Super Saver, colorway Bright Mix & 5mm hook.
Start pulling a good length of the yarn out of the skein (it doesn't matter if the yarn is pulled from the center or from the outside - the pattern will still work, the colors will be in a different order) to determine what the color sequence is of yarn. I have found it easier for beginners to find a yarn with 4 or 5 colors in a sequence with each color having even lengths (they don't have to be perfectly even).

Yarn tips - a list of yarns that work is below, but stay away from really long or really short/choppy color sequences - these will not work for planned pooling.
The length of your color sequence will determine the width of your piece (this can be changed by changing your hook or using half/double your color sequence.)

Bright Mix has 5 colors in it's sequence & they are close to being even in length:

Blue, Purple, Pink, Blue, Green.

SECOND
So now it is time to crochet! Start at the beginning of your yarn (does not have to be a specific place, you will see why later). You can use any hook size that you like - hook size will only change the the total size of your piece slightly, but is not a determination to achieve planned pooling. Start chaining evenly until you get to the end of one entire color sequence..

Chain through 1 entire color sequence, with the loop on your hook ending with the 1st color of the next color sequence.

The beginning chain will not count when counting your total sts - it is just for the foundation to work your pattern stitches. Your total number of stitches will come when you work the 1st row of stitches - this is because the 1st row of stitches will have Sc stitches & it takes more yarn to work a sc. The key is to work 1 row of pattern stitches using your entire color sequence (if you were using only chain stitches in your pattern, then your beginning ch would count).

THIRD
Start crocheting your 1st row of pattern stitches. I am using the Granite/Moss St pattern by Moogly. Work the 1st row through your entire color sequence. You will have leftover chains from your beginning chain because Sc take more yarn to work. There are 33 sc/ch starting from the very 1st sc.

If you were to continue working the pattern as it is - the colors would start pooling in an even sequence - every other row would stack up on each other in the same color order.

But, THIS is where the magic happens.....

FOURTH
All you have to do is Add or Subtract 1 set of stitches (in this case, I subracted 1 sc & 1 ch). so your pattern stitches will Shift over 1 set of stitches.

Pull out 1 sc & 1 ch from the end of your 1st row (or you can add 1 more ch & sc - the Argyle pattern will still come out, so it is up to you which one you choose).

Then, continue to crochet the normal Granite/Moss Stitch pattern for at least 10-14 rows to see if Argyle pattern comes out the way you want.

TENSION - I cannot stress enough how important tension is to this technique. You NEED to keep that 1 set of stitches in the "shift" or the affect will go askew. Pay attention to your work as you go - the more you are able to keep a consistent tension, the less you will have to frog any rows.
Tips for Tension - if you notice your sts are not progressing in diagonal formation, then you are crocheting too tight - loosen your tension. If you notice your sts are progressing in a diagonal too fast, then you are crocheting too loose - tighten your tension.
Keep your color sequence in your head as you are working. If the color sequence changes (due to manufacturer issues like: a knot when they changed yarns), then you will have to reattach your yarn matching the color sequence.
If you plan to make a large item (like an afghan), make sure your skeins have the same dye lot - this will ensure the color sequences are in the same order & are the same length so it will not change the pooling effect.
The more colors there are in a color sequence, the more rows you have to crochet to see the effect.

Once you are finished, you will undo the unworked chains from the beginning chain & secure the tail with a knot. Then weave in all ends!

Yarns that Work! (PICTURES)

Red Heart Super Saver (RHSS)

Bright Mix
Fall
Antique
Zebra
Icelandic
Pink Camo
Pastels
Starbright
Earth & Sky
Mexicana
Plum Pudding
Sunrise
Heartfelt
Mistletoe
Lotus
Wildflower
Wedgewood
Sedona
Marrakesh
Stars & Stripes
Gemstone
Platoon
Cherry Chip
French Country
Day Glow
Woodsy
Ocean
Americana

Red Heart With Love (RHWL)

Lemon Drop
Autumn
Echo
Fruit Punch
Delightful
Lavender Ivy
Plum Jam
Beachy
Water Lily

Caron Simply Soft (CSS)

Red Camo
Woodland Camo
Country Blue Ombre
Winter Camo
Blue Camo
Snow Camo
Caron Simply Soft Paints (CSSP)
Sunset
Night Camo
Loops & Threads Impeccable (LTI)
Tropical Storm
Luxury
Rainbow Bright
Stillness
Folklore
Neapolitan
Fresh Lilac
Sage Butter
Summerset

Sugar & Cream (S&C)

Pink camo
Christmas
Moondance
Fruit Punch

Vanna’s Choice (VC)

Charcoal Print
Autumn Print

Crafters Secret (CS)

Road House Blues
I Love Camo

Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn (ILTY)

Nightwatch
Pink Camo

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Show me YOUR Planned Pooling works of art!! What did you end up making?

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Here are some pics from my testers that have worked this technique & the yarn they used!!

Tested by Rachel Methke - RHSS Zebra

Tested by Hatched with Love - RHWL Lemon Drop

Tested by Red Curly Sue Designs - CS Road House Blues

Tested by Misty Makes - LTI Neapolitan

Tested by Mini Loopy Love - RHSS Day Glow

Tested by String With Style in multiple colorways

Please direct all questions to my email: glamour4you@yahoo.com
You can always post any pics on my FB page: Glamour4You
If you have any other tips, tricks, advice, please feel free to let me know!

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New Pattern Releases - Must Have for Fall/Winter

9/8/2016

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I LOVE Fall/Winter because I get to wrap myself up in yummy, textured yarn creations!!
I have released 2 new tees last month (just in case you missed it!) and a Brand New scarf!

Mary-Go-'Round Scarf

The Mary-Go-'Round Scarf is the perfect fall/winter must-have accessory! The scarf was made for Mary of Murmee's Which Craft & features diagonal color work, texture stripes, & an open lacy fabric. The scarf is a triangle scarf that works up quick & can be made in any size. The scarf can be worn around the neck, across the shoulders, or even around the head!

You can find the Mary-Go-'Round Scarf in my
Pattern Store or my Ravelry Shop!

Sugar Skull - Tee

The long awaited Tee to add to my collection of Sugar Skull patterns! The Sugar Skull - Tee uses the same Sugar Skull motif as the Applique, Slouch Hat, Shrug, Oversized Satchel, & more! The Sugar Skull motif is front & back with contrast colors all around. The tee features a V Neck opening & a Split Bottom edging. The sleeveless/capped sleeves are flattering on all arms! Be daring & change up the colors to reflect YOUR love of Sugar Skulls!
The Sugar Skull - Tee comes in 7 sizes - from Small Adult to Plus!!

You can find the Sugar Skull - Tee in my
Pattern Store or my Ravelry Shop!

Urban Criss-Cross Tee

The Urban Criss-Cross Tee is a blend of cables & lace. The diagonal cables overlap each other in a criss-cross design while the chain spaces provides the lacy, airy affect to keep you modern & vintage. The tee features a scoop neckline & sleeveless/capped sleeves. I chose the colors of yarn to make the “ombre” affect which is detailed in the pattern!

You can find the Urban Criss-Cross Tee in my
Pattern Store or my Ravelry Shop!

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Glamour4You's Monday GLAM Spotlight | JourJeana Designs

8/22/2016

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Welcome to Glamour4You's Monday GLAM Spotlight!, where I will showcase some amazing Designers each Monday & their fantastic handmade goodies!!!

Every Spotlight, I will feature 1 Designer & you can enter a giveaway to win a prize from the Featured Designer! What a great way to meet some new & amazing handmade artists & to pay it forward by sharing handmade LOVE!!

Check out the Calendar to see the upcoming Featured Designers!

JourJeana Designs | Jessica Gillispie

I love making ami's and hats! My 2 girls keep me busy with their own orders for dolls.
I started my business back in 2014 and it was a slow start but I didn't give up. In that same year I was in a car accident that limited my crocheting and knitting to very minimal movements. So for a while my page was dead. During that time is when I started dabbling into crochet and knit designing and fell in love with it.
I have a very close circle of testers that I trust and every pattern has at least 4-5 testers on it at one time!
When I make an order for someone, I make sure I get their likes and dislikes before I start a project. I would hate to make a doll and the dress is the color that a child dislikes.
I love to work on patterns that has a lot of detail to them. It keeps me on my toes and sometimes I learn a new stitch or technique in the process :)

You can view all of Jessica's patterns in her Ravelry Shop.
1 lucky fan will win One Free Pattern of Choice!

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Monday GLAM Spotlight starts every Monday at 1am EST & ends the following Friday at midnight EST. No purchase necessary to enter to win. Winner will be notified by the Featured Designer at the close of the giveaway through the email provided in the entry form. It is the Featured Designer's responsibility to send the prize to the winner. Winner has 48hrs to respond to the Featured Designer's email to claim the prize - failure to respond will result in revocation of prize. If the Featured Designer decides to give away a physical item, it is the responsibility of the Featured Designer to obtain shipping address from winner & pay for cost of shipping.

Come back next Monday for the next Monday GLAM Spotlight!

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Glamour4You's Monday GLAM Spotlight | ACCROchet

8/15/2016

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Would YOU like to be
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Welcome to Glamour4You's Monday GLAM Spotlight!, where I will showcase some amazing Designers each Monday & their fantastic handmade goodies!!!

Every Spotlight, I will feature 1 Designer & you can enter a giveaway to win a prize from the Featured Designer! What a great way to meet some new & amazing handmade artists & to pay it forward by sharing handmade LOVE!!

Check out the Calendar to see the upcoming Featured Designers!

ACCROchet | Julie Desjardins

In French, “accro” means addict. ACCROchet is a play on words that goes a long way to explaining the person behind the brand: a 40 year old French-Canadian woman named Julie, who is, of course, a crochet addict.

By day, Julie is a Marketing and Communications professional in an out-of-home advertising firm - a job she loves; but her passion comes out after the 9 to 5, when she can finally sit down and create pretty things with yarn and a hook.
Julie’s family holds many people together: a man, two teenagers, a big dog and a small dog, and a very fat cat. They all live in a pretty blue house on the North shore of Montreal, in the province of Québec.
Julie keeps all of these lovely people and pets far, far away from her yarn and hooks, except for the female teenager who will periodically join her in the madness of a few stitches, or sometimes even an entire finished project.

Julie is giving 1 fan any 3 patterns of choice!

You can see all of Julie's patterns in her Ravelry Shop.

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Glamour4You's Monday GLAM Spotlight | Spider Mambo Designs

8/8/2016

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Would YOU like to be
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Welcome to Glamour4You's Monday GLAM Spotlight!, where I will showcase some amazing Designers each Monday & their fantastic handmade goodies!!!

Check out the Calendar to see the upcoming Featured Designers!

Spider Mambo Designs | Laurie Kahn

Mom taught me to crochet when I was about 8. She probably regretted it when she discovered where I was getting the stuffing for the little animals I started to make. But Mom! My mattress has lots of stuffing, I only used a tiny bit.

At this point in my life I can say I have the best job ever, designing crochet items and writing up the patterns to publish on Ravelry, Craftsy, and Etsy.

You can find Laurie here at her Facebook Page.

Laurie is giving away 5 patterns of choice to 1 winner!

Visit Spider Mambo Designs on Ravelry to see all Laurie's amazing designs!

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Super Summer Celebration!

7/25/2016

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I have a JAM PACKED blog post for you all today!!

A FREE pattern (with video tutorial!)
A New Release summer tank pattern!
A Super Fantastic GIVEAWAY with lots of fabulous prizes & ways to enter!!!

Let's start off with the FREE pattern!! Introducing the.....

Starlet Market Bag

Starlet Market Bag by Glamour4You

Kountry Girl Kreations

Julia Fae Crochet

Comfy Cabana

Yarntastic Creations by Natasha

Lizzy Beth Bows

Custom Crochet by Anna

Mimi's Crochet Corner

Fozybear's Cottage Crochet

Materials
*Worsted Weight Cotton yarn #4
- I used 2 skeins of Hobby Lobby I Love this Cotton yarn - 5oz/180yds per skein.
*5mm Hook

Gauge
*4 Knot sts = 1 inch
*3 rows of Knot sts = 1 inch

Special Stitches
Knot Stitch - Yo, insert hook in st, yo & pull up a loop, continue to pull that loop through the 1st loop on hook, yo & pull through 2 loops on hook.
Beg Split Tr2tog - Ch 3, sk next 3 Knot sts, tr in next Knot st.
Split Tr2tog - Yo 2x, insert hook in same Knot st as last leg of previous Split Tr2tog, yo & pull up a loop, work tr until last pull through, sk next 3 Knot sts, yo 2x, insert hook in next Knot st, yo & pull up a loop, work tr until last pull through, yo & pull through all 3 loops on hook.
Beg Vst - Ch 6 (counts as tr + ch 3), tr in st indicated.
Vst - (tr, ch 3, tr) in st indicated.

Base
The market bag is worked from the bottom up in rounds.

Ch 43 (or any multiples of 4 +3 to change the width)
Rnd 1) 2 Knot sts in 2nd ch from hook, Knot st in next 40 chs, 4 Knot sts in last ch, rotate to work in remaining free loops from beg ch, Knot st in next 40 chs, 2 Knot sts in last ch, join with a sl st to 1st Knot st. {88 Knot sts}
Rnd 2-12) Ch 1, Knot st in same st as join, Knot st in each st around, join with a sl st to 1st Knot st. {88 Knot sts}
Do not Fasten Off - Continue to Body.

Body
Continue working in the round for the length of the Body of the market bag.

Rnd 13) Beg Split Tr2tog, ch 3, *Split Tr2tog, ch 3, repeat from * around to end, join with a sl st to top of 1st Beg Split Tr2tog. {22 Split Tr2tog/ch-3 loops}
Rnd 14) Sl st in middle of same Beg Split Tr2tog as join, Beg Vst in same sp, work Vst in middle of each Split Tr2tog around, join with a sl st to 3rd ch of 1st Beg Vst. {22 Vsts}
Rnd 15) Ch 1, *3 Knot sts in next ch-3 loop, Knot st between next 2 Vsts, repeat from * around to end, join with a sl st to 1st Knot st. {88 Knot sts}
Rnd 16) Ch 1, Knot st in each Knot st around to end, join with a sl st to 1st Knot st. {88 Knot sts}
Rnd 17-28) Repeat Rnds 13-16, 3 more times.
Rnd 29-32) Repeat Rnd16, 4 more times.
Fasten Off.

Strap
The Strap is worked in rows.
Flatten the market bag & find the stitch on the very edge of the last rnd worked. Count 10 sts to the right of the center of the edge & join yarn in that stitch.

Row 1) Ch 1, Knot st in same st as join, Knot st in next 19 sts, Turn. {20 Knot sts}
Row 2) Ch 1, sc2tog, sc across until last 2 sts, sc2tog, Turn. {18 sc}
Row 3) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {18 Knot sts}
Row 4) Ch 1, sc2tog, sc across until last 2 sts, sc2tog, Turn. {16 sc}
Row 5) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {16 Knot sts}
Row 6) Ch 1, sc2tog, sc across until last 2 sts, sc2tog, Turn. {14 sc}
Row 7) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {14 Knot sts}
Row 8) Ch 1, sc2tog, sc across until last 2 sts, sc2tog, Turn. {12 sc}

Row 9) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {12 Knot sts}
Row 10) Ch 1, sc2tog, sc across until last 2 sts, sc2tog, Turn. {10 sc}
Row 11) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {10 Knot sts}
Row 12) Ch 1, sc2tog, sc across until last 2 sts, sc2tog, Turn. {8 sc}
Row 13) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {8 Knot sts}
Row 14) Ch 1, sc2tog, sc across until last 2 sts, sc2tog, Turn. {6 sc}
Row 15) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {6 Knot sts}
Row 16) Ch 1, sc in each Knot st across, Turn. {6 sc}
Row 17) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {6 Knot sts}
Row 18-65) Repeat Rows 16 & 17, 24 more times.

You can adjust the length of the Strap by repeating Rows 16 & 17 more or less times.

Row 66) Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st Knot st, sc across to last Knot st, 2 sc in last Knot st, Turn. {8 sc}
Row 67) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {8 Knot sts}
Row 68) Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st Knot st, sc across to last Knot st, 2 sc in last Knot st, Turn. {10 sc}
Row 69) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {10 Knot sts}
Row 70) Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st Knot st, sc across to last Knot st, 2 sc in last Knot st, Turn. {12 sc}
Row 71) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {12 Knot sts}
Row 72) Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st Knot st, sc across to last Knot st, 2 sc in last Knot st, Turn. {14 sc}
Row 73) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {14 Knot sts}
Row 74) Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st Knot st, sc across to last Knot st, 2 sc in last Knot st, Turn. {16 sc}
Row 75) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {16 Knot sts}
Row 76) Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st Knot st, sc across to last Knot st, 2 sc in last Knot st, Turn. {18 sc}
Row 77) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across, Turn. {18 Knot sts}
Row 78) Ch 1, 2 sc in 1st Knot st, sc across to last Knot st, 2 sc in last Knot st, Turn. {20 sc}
Row 79) Ch 1, Knot st in each sc across to end. {20 Knot sts}
Fasten Off leaving a long tail for sewing Strap to Body.
Place end of Strap on opposite side of Body, centering the middle of the Strap with the edge of the bag. Using long tail, match sts & whipstitch Strap to Body of bag.
Fasten Off & Weave in Ends.

Finishing
Attach yarn in any stitch on Body, Knot st evenly in remaining sts on Body & all edge sts on Strap, join with a sl st to 1st Knot st, continue to sl st in each Knot st around to help reinforce the strength of the Strap to keep it from stretching out.
Fasten Off & Repeat on other side of bag.
Fasten Off & Weave in Ends.

Next, I would like to introduce my brand new pattern release:

Intercepting Tank

Intercepting Tank by Glamour4You

Tested by Mimi's Crochet Corner

Tested by Krystin's Kreations

Tested by Fozybear's Cottage Crochet

Tested by Gigi's Igloo Crochet

The Intercepting Tank features many combinations of color work - Vertical Striping, Horizontal Short Rows, & Diagonal Striping. Also features a Scoop Neckline & Racer-back Straps. The tank is loose & airy; can be worn over a bandeau bra or a light tank for more coverage!
The Intercepting Tank comes in 7 amazing sizes, to fit all wide rage of women :XSmall - 33.5”, Small - 35”, Medium - 37”, Large - 38.5”, XLarge - 40”, 2X - 41.5”, 3X - 43”.

You can purchase the Intercepting Tank in
my Ravelry Shop or my Website Store!

****GIVEAWAY CLOSED - WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
Winners will be email by Designer & have 48hrs to reply to accept prize!

GRAND PRIZE
Winner: Emma Poeling
($60 value)
1 Winner will receive:

* 1 Autographed copy of Simply Crochet Mag Issue #45
featuring my Trinity Tunic Design! ($12.99 value)

* 1 Glamour4You Travel Mug ($21.99 value)

* 5 patterns of choice from Glamour4You ($25 value)

5 patterns of choice from Glamour4You

Simply Crochet Mag Issue #45

Glamour4You Travel Mug

I will autograph your copy!!

Runner Up Prize
Winner: Lisa Hudson
($48 value)
1 Winner will receive:

* 1 Hook Fast Die Warm Glamour4You Tshirt ($23 value)
* 5 patterns of choice from Glamour4You ($25 value)

Hook Fast Die Warm Glamour4You Tshirt

5 patterns of choice from Glamour4You

Bonus Prizes!!
1 winner will be chosen for each of these prizes:

Winner:
Carole Jones

2 patterns from Two Brothers Blankets

Winner:
Jamie Wells

2 patterns from Confy Cabana

Winner:
Jeanette Briance

$20 store credit from Lizzy Beth Bows

Winner:
Jen Johnson

$15 store credit from Murmee's Which Craft

Winner:
Lindell Smith

2 patterns from Spider Mambo

Winner:
Dianne Tunby

2 patterns from The Blue Star Boutique

Winner:
Laura Fuller

2 patterns from Hatched with Love

Winner:
Angela Silvester

2 patterns from JourJeana Designs

Winner:
Emily Skokna

2 patterns from Crafting Friends Designs

Winner:
Jennifer Chase

2 patterns from Trifles N Treasures

Winner:
Lee Smith

1 pattern from Fozybear's Cottage Crochet

Winner:
Cindy VanMeter

1 skein handspun yarn by Yarntastic Creations by Natasha

Winner:
Beverly Cutsinger

Pattern in picture from Bumblemonkey

Winner:
Cindy Powell

3 patterns from Fairy Dust Creationz

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Simply Crochet + Glamour4You | Name Contest & Giveaway!

7/2/2016

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I am sooo excited to tell you all I have teamed up with Simply Crochet Magazine for an amazing Name Contest & Giveaway!
One of my designs (Shhhh...it's a secret) will be in Simply Crochet Magazine's Issue 48, which comes out August 18th!! But, I cannot think of a good name for it. So I need YOUR help in naming the design!

First, I want to say a big THANK YOU to Simply Crochet Magazine! They are spectacular to work with & their magazines are filled with the most amazing crochet designs!

Subscribe today to get the latest in crochet fashion, accessories, & everything handmade!

Here are Sneak Peek pics of my design!

A great big THANK YOU to Garnstudio Drops Design for giving the amazing yarn used in the sample: Drops KARISMA.

If you would like to submit a Name - please go to Simply Crochet Magazine's blog post:
HERE

Don't forget to share!!!
LOVE to you all!!!

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Last Minute Teacher Gift - Pencil Candy Jar

6/6/2016

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Need a last minute gift for your child's teacher or school support staff?? This cute & fast Pencil Candy Jar took me under an hour to make! Don't want to give candy?? You can also fill it with teacher supplies, flowers, or that perfect little something that your child's teacher will LOVE!!

Here is what you need!

There are only 3 main things needed:
Pencils, a Mason Jar., & Glue

I chose to use a Half Gallon Wide Mouth size mason jar for 2 reasons: 1) the Half Gallon size allowed me to use a full pencil without having to sharpen or cut the pencil smaller - so no sharp edges & a cleaner look & 2) the wide mouth jar has less of a rounded bevel towards the top of the jar - so it allows more surface area to glue your pencils on so they will stay put.

You can choose any type of pencils: No 2, decorative, colored, or even crayons. This is the fun part! Be creative!!

Next, you'll start gluing your pencils to the jar. I found it easier to lay the jar on its side, so I can line up the pencils.

When positioning your pencils, make sure they are lined up evenly & there is a bit of space at the bottom so the jar's bottom is fully sitting flat.

I chose to use a hot glue gun to glue the pencils just because it is fast!

Keep gluing the pencils around the entire mason jar.

I decided to go a step beyond & decorate each jar with the teachers name! You can also add ribbon, stickers, paint, gems, or any other fun trinkets to add personal touch!