Friday 30 September 2016

Meet Ingunn a wonderful Scandinavian designer who has a special READER OFFER


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I would love to introduce Ingunn Santini who is an amazing designer of Scandinavian clothing. She has kindly offered our readers a 10% discount using the discount code CROCHETIT10 a one time offer. Her designs are totally unique and so interesting. At Crochet It we never make an offer for a designer who has not been tested by our admins. We do not accept payment for promotion. It is simply our way of saying thank you to our loyal readers and encourage you to try something different whilst supporting the textile design industry. So a big thank you to Ingunn.
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I’m Norwegian, living outside Rome for the last 7 years with my Italian husband, and I just love it! Finally I have all the time in the world to craft, create, experiment and design.
I grew up in a small village where my parents by need, daily used their skills in all kind of crafts.
My mother taught me how to sew, knit and crochet, among other housely things.
My father taught me how to fish, climb a mountain, and set tiles, do carpentry, paint and anything else you need to know about building a house.
My education made me a seamstress and a fashion designer, but I’ve always worked in the interior- and hobby/craft-sector.
Now I design quality crochet patterns! 
My major inspiration is photos on Pinterest!
It's a huge place for inspiration, in every category thinkable! Anything can trig an idea; A pair of shoes, color combinations on a house, an old wedding-dress, a pair of glasses....
When I design for a pattern, I mostly go from the idea of the finished item, and break it down to yarn quality, weight, gouge, hook, crochet stitches, sizes, and so on.
Then I start to swatch. And swatch and swatch!
I have a vast collection of crochet stitches, and I often enjoy myself looking at them. One single stitch can set off a storm of ideas, and will sooner or later result in a finished pattern. 
As Norwegian, I strongly feel my roots! I love the traditional knitted wool sweaters and cardigans, with stranded, colored patterns. Somehow called "Fair Isle Knit" !!
These patterns are used in all Scandinavia. So I have made some crocheted versions for this style!
https://www.etsy.com/…/fair-isle-style-sweater-cardigan-adu…
Fair Isle style Sweater-Cardigan - Adults- Crochet Pattern - Instant Download
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INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF Crochet Pattern! You are not buying a finished product! FAIR ISLE NORWEGIAN STYLE CROCHET SWEATER, A HEIRLOOM! This crochet sweater is the adult version of the Fair Isle Cardigan for KIDS, link here: https://www.etsy.com/…/1…/fair-isle-style-cardigan-for-kids… The sweater is inspired by the traditional, Norwegian stranded knitting-patterns. Being Norwegian, Ive learned to appreciate them as part of my cultural inheritance. These sweaters were knitted in the wool’s natural shades. Fancy color combinations, like my red and white, have been used only the last 5 decennial or so. The body is created as the traditional sweaters; Straight like a tube, no shaping. Once youve got the hang of the pattern, the sweater works up real fast; In no-time, compared to a knitted sweater with stranded pattern! See the matching crocheted socks HERE: https://www.etsy.com/…/crochet-socks-norwegian-style-croche… Sizes: Measure for body-w
https://www.etsy.com/…/1…/fair-isle-style-cardigan-for-kids…
Fair Isle Style Cardigan for Kids - Crochet Pattern - Instant Download
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FAIR ISLE CROCHET CARDIGAN FOR KIDS INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF! Not a finished product! Warm all year cardigan for boys and girls. A heirloom! Look at the gorgeous pic of the little boy! It’s Lene from Denmark who has created a beautiful little sweater from this pattern. Worked on the round after finishing the yoke. This crochet cardigan is inspired by the classic, Scandinavian stranded knitting-patterns. Being Norwegian, Ive learned to appreciate them as part of my cultural inheritance. I’m always looking for methods to achieve the style in crochet! As an optional final finish, I have added surface crochet- and embroidery embellish to the cuffs and hemline! Another inspiration from the vintage Scandinavian knitted sweaters. See pics with- and without. Full tutorial in pattern for the surface-stitches! One piece, top/down. No yarn-breaking. The sleeves are raglan-shaped, giving room for a turtle-neck, etc, under the cardigan. The front is closed with traditional pewter-buttons, of course; Any matching buttons a
https://www.etsy.com/…/crochet-socks-norwegian-style-croche…
Crochet Socks Norwegian Style- Crochet Pattern - Instant Download Pdf
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NORWEGIAN TALL SOCKS **This listing is for a CROCHET PATTERN. You are not buying a finished product! INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF** Crocheted socks made to match my Norwegian Sweater. See it HERE: https://www.etsy.com/…/norwegian-style-sweater-cardigan-cro… Being Norwegian I’m very inspired by the traditional stranded patterns, which Ive learned to appreciate as part of my cultural inheritance. These patterns were knitted in the wool’s natural shades. Fancy color combinations, like my red and white socks, have been used only the last 5 decennial or so. Choose your favorite colors! Difficult to decide where to place the two colors? Make a twin-pair as I did in the end! Or work two pairs, one in each color-combo, and make a switch-gift for your sister, mom or best friend! One for you and one for me! Sizes: Small = US 2 - 4 / EU 34-36 Medium = US 5 - 6 / EU 37-38 Large= US 7 - 8/ EU 39-40 Extra Large = 9-10 / EU 41-42 The S-Size can be adjusted for kids; 5-10 years - Shoe size
https://www.etsy.com/…/fair-isle-sock-boots-for-kids-croche…
Fair Isle Sock-Boots for Kids - Crochet Pattern - Instant Download Pdf
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INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF! Not a finished product. THE BASIC SOCK-BOOTS. Made to match Sophie’s Fair Isle Cardigan and Hat! Cardigan here: https://www.etsy.com/…/1…/fair-isle-style-cardigan-for-kids… Hat here: https://www.etsy.com/…/fair-isle-hat-with-crochet-balls-and… The boots are worked with a simple toe/up, one/piece method. Sizes for 3-10 years, boys and girls. *The cute surface embroidery is optional, but included in pattern!* As I always do with all slippers, tailored crochet soles are applied as a final finish. You’ll achieve an almost “real” winter boot! See more info below, and pics of the boots with soles in this listing. Sizes: Small: 3-5 years Medium: 5-8 years Large: 8-10 years Materials: Yarn: Light /3, or any yarn suitable, obtaining the gauge in instruction. Amount: About 50-100 g (2-3.5 oz) Crochet hook: European metric 4,5 mm ( US 7 ) Ribbing: 4 mm (US G/6) Swatch with any hook-size to obtain gauge in instruction.
My icon-designs has however become something completely different!
Soles for slippers and boots, in order to turn them into shoes for street-wear!
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CORD-SOLES - ANY Size Customized Method. Turn home slippers into street shoes - Instant Download
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ALLOW ME TO INTRODUCE THE HANDMADE CORD SOLES! NOT a finished product! DIY! INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF. Customized Method for ANY foot-size and foot-shape, infant to giant! Doable for all handy crafters. No sole-hole-punching! No seaming! The slippers will be joined to the soles, or you can continue to crochet a shoe in rounds on top of the sole. Note that sealant/glue is involved in the creating of this sole. The plain shape of Espadrillas, is my great inspiration designing crochet slippers. Espadrillas are originally simple canvas shoes with rope-soles, handmade in Spain for hundreds of years (and other places world-wide, only named differently). The traditional soles are not for amateurs to make, and surly it’s not easy to achieve the right size! (http://www.espadrillestore.com/how-its-made/) *** This sole is my final solution in order to turn crochet slippers into shoes for street-wear! *** Joining out-soles to basic slippers, has several advantages. They protect your slippers against wear and tear, makes the
E-Book for Sneaker Classic Crochet Slippers - and Customized CORD-Soles - 2 patterns. Instant Download
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Friday 23 September 2016

Free KNITTING PDF for this gorgeous Bunny Mini Cuddly Blankie Knitting pattern by Gypsycream

Bunny Mini Cuddly Blankie Knitting pattern by Gypsycream: A lot of customers ask how easy/hard my designs are and although I explain that I write my patterns as simply as possible, no abbreviations, line per row, stitch count at the end of each row and include a step-by-step assembly guide which is full of photos, they still think they must be difficult.I thought the best way would be to offer a free download, just in time for Easter. This is a bunny mini cuddly blankie. I have used cotton which is great to catch those dribbles and very chewable, suckable and washable. This is a lovely quick knit for a special little person in your life.

FREE KNITTING PATTERN from Lullaby Layette in Lion Brand Babysoft - 90060AD | Knitting Patterns | LoveKnitting

Lullaby Layette in Lion Brand Babysoft - 90060AD | Knitting Patterns | LoveKnitting: Lullaby Layette in Lion Brand Babysoft - 90060AD. Discover more Patterns by Lion Brand at LoveKnitting. The world's largest range of knitting supplies - we stock patterns, yarn, needles and books from all of your favorite brands.

Thursday 22 September 2016

Did you miss the Mandala Madness CAL its not too late click the link for all the parts and tutorials

Have you seen the Mandala Madness CAL? Ever considered giving it a go but not sure? Well this is the final item. This link has all the CAL parts in one place, a yarn list (although you could use your stash) and easy to follow video tutorials and much more.
It truly is a piece of art worth the effort. I won't be able to part with mine (selfish but true) someone would have to remove it from my cold dead hands lol.
A new CAL has been announced by the same designer (It's All In A Nutshel)l it starts towards the end of October and I hope to host this.

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Sunday 18 September 2016

Zooty Owl's Crafty Blog: Starflower Mandala: Pattern

Zooty Owl's Crafty Blog: Starflower Mandala: Pattern: About a week ago I made a STARFLOWER MANDALA I posted this photo in online groups and within a few hours I had hundreds of requests for ...

Saturday 17 September 2016

Carousel CAL Week1 - Floral Centre

Compendium of Crochet Techniques

Compendium of Crochet Techniques: Give a professional finish to your crochet garments and accessories with this indispensable compendium of technical know-how and trouble-shooting tips. Step-by-step photographs, diagrams, and clear instructions will guide you through each stage of your work, or you can dip in for help with a particular problem. Discover how to substitute yarns and accurately estimate the amount required; adapt patterns to create tailor-made garments. All stitches are demonstrated, from basic chain stitch to filet and Tunisian crochet, and there is advice on mixing and matching stitch patterns and dealing with gauge variations. Nearly every unit features a 'try it' and/or a 'fix it' panel, suggesting ways of practicing and developing new-found skills and avoiding or correcting common crochet errors. You'll also find plenty of inspiration for adding an extra-special touch to your work usinghand-dyed yarns, beaded embellishments, and surface crochet.

Friday 9 September 2016

Stylecraft Yarns Lilypond CAL Block 1 Finishing

Blocking Part 1 Lilypond CAL by Stylecraft

Apologies for not having kept the Blog up to date but I am in hospital.  You can catch up on FB and join the Granny Square Swap, get special offers and send in your pictures. Knitters & Quilters plus other crafts welcome.

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Have a great day Lorraine x

Tuesday 9 August 2016

Bella Coco You Tube how to crochet a wavy border


Check out the new tutorial for the Wavy border #crochet #crafts - Bella Coco - Google+
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Little Monkeys Designs

I have to highly recommend Little Monkeys Designs.
Such a lovely person to chat with and her website has all the links to her store and FB page.
So https://littlemonkeysdesigns.com
A very special giveaway coming up so check it out and see for yourself. Have a lovely crafty day Lo xxx

Monday 8 August 2016

Nae's Passion for Photography

Need professional photos for your on line store, food, crafts. Or your webpage and blog? Or just portraits, new baby, real estate shots Etc, I highly recommend 
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Nae's Passion For Photography

Every yarn lover should own a YARN BOWL

FOR KNITTERS, CROCHETERS AND LOOM KNITTERS
Steve's Yarn Bowls are to place your ball of yarn in and draw the end through the scroll. As you knit or crochet, your ball will move and unwind with ease. Your yarn won’t roll about the floor and will say tangle-free. You can also have a dip and two holes to rest your knitting needles on/in if you are a knitter. Please state at time of ordering if you would like these.
LARGE measures approx 11" across the top, £45 + postage (UK based) £7.95 UK tracked and signed for.
Most of Europe including Republic of Ireland with Delivery Confirmation: £17.00
SMALL measures approx 7" across the top. £35 + postage (UK based) £5.95 UK tracked and signed for.
Most of Europe including Republic of Ireland with Delivery Confirmation: £15.00
To order, just PM me your requirements, country to post to and your email address! HE ALSO SHIPS OVERSEAS!
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I have this as a pinned post on our Facebook page - it gives all the costs for shipping for each yarn bowl. If one of each size are combined in one box, it works out a lot more cost effective.
PRICES and POSTAGE
The bowl can be ordered in two sizes - Large which measures approximately 11" across the top, and Small which measures approximately 7" across the top.
To order, please let me have your email address (so I can send you a Paypal invoice), the country you would like it sent to (again, so I can include the cost of shipping to your invoice) and details of the bowls you would like to purchase.
PRICES and UK POSTAGE (myHermes courier within UK, Royal Mail outside the UK)
• LARGE: £45.00 + £7.95 Postage (tracked and signed for)
• SMALL: £35.00 + £5.95 Postage (tracked and signed for)
OVERSEAS POSTAGE
Large:• USA Tracked and Signed for: £25.00
• Australia Signed for: £26.00
• Most of Europe including Republic of Ireland with Delivery Confirmation: £17.00
Small:
• USA Tracked and Signed for: £22.00
• Australia Signed for: £23.00
• Most of Europe including Republic of Ireland with Delivery Confirmation: £15.00
All overseas prices are by Royal Mail.


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Welcome to Greta and a wonderful colourful journey through decorations, gifts, and a great deal of modern art. I became addicted because colour turns me in to a magpie and so over the last year I have made many items and have had so much joy making them and listening to the compliments. Her ball decorations are second to none and will become family heirlooms for the Christmas tree and decorating. I hope you have as much pleasure from her patterns as I have. If you have anything that needs clarification (I doubt it though) you can message Greta or contact me. So without further ado let me introduce Greta ....
Hello my name is Greta Tulner, I am based in the Netherlands and share my inspiration for the detailed, colorful crochet pieces in my Etsy shop. As a token discount I would like to offer 1 free pdf pattern, the Christmasball, for every person buying two pdf patterns in my shop. Please use the code CROCHETIIT at the checkout. This is an exclusive offer for Crochet It members and visitors.
This is the link to my Etsy shop, ATERGcrochet.Etsy.com.
If you put some beautiful colored yarns, fabrics or beads in front of me I’ll always be excited by the prospect of making something with it.
I learned to crochet when I was a young girl along with other crafts like knitting and sewing from the detailed crafts of my mother Siepie. Then I discovered spinning and dying yarns, felting wool, weaving my own fabrics, painting silk, making jewellery of beads, making clay beads and turning glass beads in the flame.
Living abroad for a few years, following my husband, made me quit my office job (hooray!) and gave me time to explore. On CuraƧao I worked a lot on my loom to sell on different fairs.
I also discovered an awesome bead shop learning to make jewellery and gave some workshops with my sister once returned in the Netherlands. Then we went to Paris where I met the Dutch Ghislaine looking for a designer in children cloths for her shop in Paris. Such a wonderful time! I also met Teuny with her interior shop in Dourdan where I sold my glassbeads and a lot of my crochet work.
Via via I discovered Etsy and decided to open a shop selling my readymade crochet work. From that moment all went super quick. A lot of shop visitors asked me if I would like to share my patterns and ............... I took a deep dive. I had never worked out my patterns in a tutorial or even had any experience with the international crochet terms.
Luckely all worked out very well, my passion became my daily job!!!
There is never a day without crochet, I inspire you and you inspire me!
BIG crochet hug, Greta

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