Under the Sea Design Contest

We haven't done any contest in a while so with the new release of the Mermaid 

pattern is larger sizes I thought it would be fun. I don't want to limit you to just the Mermaid patterns so read the rules below and lets have some fun!! 

Contest Under the Sea Theme

You can use any of the following patterns from my shop! Anything water related like the 

Mermaid, Turtle, Lobster, Crab, Alligator/Crocodile, Penguin, Frog and If you think of others I missed or have a creative spin on others that are photographed water related than that's fine too, just make sure the pattern is from my shop! You can combine it with other patterns and of course put your own spin on it! I doesn't have to look exactly like the pattern! That's the fun part! 

This is not a voting contest. Depending on the amount of entries will determine how many winners. I think I'm going to go shopping for fun prizes like, yarn, crochet tools and patterns! I'll be sure to let you know very soon! 

This Contest will start now and will run through The end of May! That will give you over a month to plan and make some thing special. Winners will be chosen the 1st week in June!

 Just make the item you choose, photograph a good clear picture, then submit! 

To submit an entry please email me your photo! 

Be sure to include your name and shop name if you have one.

and if you can try to put "Under the Sea Design Contest" in the subject line

I will make an album on facebook of your entires. I can't wait to see what you all come up with! 

If you have any questions please let me know !! 

Giveaway - New Emma Bonnet and Doily Cape/Mat Item

I rarely do giveaways on products but I've had such a great response to it I though we should giveaway some. Plus I kinda made a lot so I thought you all might enjoy a chance to get your hands on one.

This Giveaway is for the actual Product not Digital Pattern 

{Don't worry pattern buyers; I'll have something for you soon}

This is open to any one but International winners will be responsible to pay full shipping costs. 

One winner will receive exact item in the picture below. It is made and ready to ship!

It's Nb size in a neutral linen color.  

The giveaway is Open right now through Sunday April 21st at midnight central. 

Winner will be chosen on Monday April 22nd

Good luck! 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tie Back Glasses NB Prop - Free Crochet Pattern

Okay so these might seem a little silly to some but they were super fun to design. One of my photographers recently asked if I could make some Clark Kent glasses to go with a Superbaby Cape Set I made for her. I thought crochet glasses might prove a challenge but I was happy to try and I love the end results! I rarely work with tiny hooks but I needed them to be stiff and not overly huge. So with that said lets get to the pattern :) 

Newborn Glasses Prop

Do not use my images for any purpose! If you sell items made from my patterns please make and photograph your own work! Thank you! ~Elisabeth

*D - hook 

*Small amounts of worsted weight black yarn

*Gauge - Crochet as tight as possible for stiff glasses! 

*Tapestry Needle

*Terms and Stitches used: (ch) chain, (st) stitch, (sl st) slip stitch, (sc) single crochet, (dc) double crochet

Frames

 Make 2 - (one for right and one for left side)

Round 1: ch 22, join with a sl st to 1st ch (make sure not to twist the ch)

Round 2: ch 1, sc in 1st st, (sc, ch 1, sc) in next st, sc in next 6 sc, (sc, ch 1, sc) in next st, sc in next 3 sts, (sc, ch 1, sc) in next st, sc in next 6 sc, (sc, ch 1, sc) in next st, sc in next 2 sts, join with sl st to 1st sc, ch 50 

Fasten off. Pull tight so the end will knot up. 

Center Nose Piece

Ch 5, dc in 3rd ch from the hook, sc in next ch, dc in last ch, 

Fasten off, but leave a long tail for sewing. 

*Sew Nose Piece to center insides, on the top of the glasses. 

While the pattern is only written as a newborn prop you could easily make them larger by increasing your hook size! 

I really hope you love the pattern! I'm working up a rounder frame too and will try to add that pattern soon! 

Thank you for using a Calleigh’s Clips original pattern. I have done my best to keep my patterns simple and easy to understand. If at any time you need assistance, please feel free to contact me at calleighclips@att.net

Please remember that there may be a slight variance in sizing due to different tensions of each individual and materials used.

All patterns are copyright protected, but you are welcome to sell finished products made from my patterns. I do ask, however, that you mention my company name along with my web shop address as follows:

Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations by Elisabeth Spivey 

http://www.calleighsclips.com

I would love to see your finished products if you would like to send me pictures. These will be for my personal use only and will not be posted anywhere without prior written permission from you.

Enjoy,

Elisabeth

New Emma Bonnet and Doily Cape Set

Announcing our newest design!

The Emma Bonnet and Vintage Doily Cape Set

Photography by: Forever Captured Photography
Set made by Pattern Tester: Jennifer Neerhof of Willow Works

I'm very excited for this new set. It's lacy and light with a vintage feel. 

The Doily prop can be used as a cape to drape over the baby, used as a basket detail, or underneath the baby. Maybe add grandma vintage broach or pearls to add those special touches. 

Its a prop that can be use other ways than just baby. After you are done getting those special photos use the doily on tables or put it in a frame or shadow box as wall decor. 

 The Doily makes a great home decor item!

You can easily use any yarn or hook size to make these doily's smaller or bigger for just the right look of course exact details are given in the pattern for the Newborn size. 

You are going to love this pattern! My pattern testers have already fallen in love with these sets! 

This pattern comes with two edging options a scalloped edge or a more defined picot edge (pointed) use them together or use them separate. 

Aren't these gorgeous! They are made with worsted weight yarn and takes less than a skien to make the entire set and works up fairly fast! 

 You could try a light and lofty mohair or lace weight just be sure to check that gauge. 

I can't wait to see these on more babies soon! 

This new release will be on sale in Ravelry Today - Thursday April 18th (Ending Midnight Central) 

$3.99 (reg. $5.95) 

Emma Bonnet and Vintage Doily Cape Set

No coupon needed. Discount will be applied at checkout! 

Enjoy! 

Mermaid Princess Cape Set Update Day!

Good Morning! I'm so very excited to announce that the Mermaid Princess Cape Set Update is ready! My pattern testers and I have been working on this for over a month and while it was a big project we are in love with it and so excited to have it ready for you! Now I know many of you have questions and I hope that this blog post will answer most of them!

 

1. If I previously purchased the pattern will I have to pay for an update? 

NO! - If you purchased or received it through Raverly or Craftsy there is already an update on the way! You should have received an email. Be sure to check your junk or spam mail. If you have an account with Raverly or Craftsy and didn't get it just log in and re-download your files. 

If you purchased on Etsy or Artfire you should have received and email through Raverly (because that is how I send them) with one exception. If you ordered through the new instant download feature on Etsy I will have to email you a new file as it doesn't support updates at this time. You will need to provide proof of purchase. You can log into Etsy, go to my purchases, find the correct receipt and simply convo me the url to it so I can verify it. Then I will email  you a new copy. 

2. I got an update but I only saw the old pattern? 

Make sure in Raverly to scroll down and download the 2nd file!! I've left the old file for just 0-3 only because the new one is verrry different and I thought you might like to compare. I will likely delete the old version if in continues to cause confusion. 

3. Will there be a price change after the sale? 

No! I've decided to keep the pattern at the same price of $5.95 as a gift to you! This is my #2 best seller and I'd like to keep it up there if not higher! You are getting a great pattern at a fabulous price. 

4. What does the update include: 

*brand new format! 

*Includes sizes NB - 4T and explains how to make it larger if you need to! 

*It's a pretty big pattern (16 Pages)  I've added in table of contents and there are many links with in the pdf that are clickable (highlighted in blue) so you can click to the section you need more easily! 

*New video links!!! So much better! I'm learning and while I still don't enjoy making videos I know this new one is soooo much better than the last ones!! 

*the rest of the changes are minor like spacing, grammar and minor pattern edits. 

*This pattern was tested by 20+ testers and we worked very hard to provide you the best pattern possible!! 

Don't have this pattern yet!!! You'll want it I know! 

So I've decided through Wed Apr 17th Midnight Central to put this on sale for 20% off

You can purchase this through Raverly only! 

Mermaid Princess Cape Set

Use the coupon code:

update2013

I really hope you enjoy! This pattern update! You have to share your project with us!! I'd love it if you linked your projects in Ravelry! They always make me smile!! 

Oh and don't forget to check out our awesome tester album on Facebook! 

Everyone did a fabulous job!! 

Pattern Updates - Chunky Monkey and Lil' Mouse

Exciting news! 

I'm making time to slowly go through my patterns and give them a fresh update. Especially the ones that I wrote in my 1st year.  I've learned a lot over the past couple years writing patterns and I want to make sure you are getting the best pattern possible.  

These are getting re-formatted. Some are getting additional sizes and all are being re-tested by my wonderful group of pattern testers.  I can't thank them enough for their help.  They are so appreciated. I'm not accepting new testers at this time but when I do I'll be sure to post more info on it (which may be soon!) 

Currently we have already updated the Owlette, Ladybug and the Bumble Bee Cuddle Critter Cape Sets. You can read about these updates in this post 

This week we are updating the Chunky Monkey and Lil Grey Mouse ! 

Chunky Monkey

Lil' Mouse

You can find these in my pattern shops, but I have a special sale on these two patterns in Raverly only! 

Now through Thurs. April 11th at midnight Central 

40% off these two only 

Use Coupon Code : update2013

If you previously purchased on Raverly or Craftsy you should have got an update. If you want an update you'll need to email Proof of Purchase by providing your Etsy, Artifire or Paypal receipt. 

In these two particular patterns we've added the new format, fixed a few minor errors, mostly spacing and grammar. Not really anything that effects the pattern itself. These patterns also now have the added edging instructions which I didn't do when I 1st started designing the capes and they help make a cleaner edge!  We've also added 3-6 month sizing! 

The Monkey has re-designed tail instructions but they are simpler to understand.

I hope you will enjoy these updates. I have over 50+ pattern that need these revisions so stay tuned for more in the coming months! 

Enjoy! 

Pattern Updates - Ladybug Bumble Bee & Owl Cape Set

Exciting news! 

I'm making time to slowly go through my patterns and give them a fresh update. Especially the ones that I wrote in my 1st year.  I've learned a lot over the past couple years writing patterns and I want to make sure you are getting the best pattern possible.  

These are getting re-formatted. Some are getting additional sizes and all are being re-tested by my wonderful group of pattern testers.  I can't thank them enough for their help but they are so appreciated. I'm not accepting new testers at this time but when I do I'll be sure to post more info on it! 

Currently we have updated the Owlette, Ladybug and the Bumble Bee Cuddle Critter Cape Sets.  

You can find these in my pattern shops, but I have a special sale on these three pattern in Raverly only! 

Now through Saturday Apr 6th at midnight Central 

40% off these three only 

Use Coupon Code : update2013

Owelette

Ladybug 

Bumble Bee

If you previously purchase on Raverly or Craftsy you should have got an update. If you want an update you'll need to email Proof of Purchase by providing your Etsy, Artifire or Paypal receipt. 

In these two particular patterns we've added the new format, fixed a few minor errors, mostly spacing and grammar. Not really anything that effects the pattern itself. These patterns also now have the added edging instructions which I didn't do when I 1st started designing the cape and they help make a cleaner edge!  We've also added 3-6 month sizing! 

I hope you will enjoy these updates I have over 50+ pattern that need these revisions so stay tuned for more in the coming months! 

Enjoy! 

Popsicle Snuggy - Free Crochet Pattern

It was a lovely Easter Weekend! Spring has sprung and we already have warm weather in the 80's. It was perfect day to pull out the popsicles and spend the afternoon outside. I usually just give the kids a small hot pad or wash rag to wrap around those icy freezy pops! I decided it was a good day to whip up  some simple snuggy's. These are easy to make, whip up fast and are great for small scraps of yarn you're not sure what to do with! My kids really loved them! I know you will too. Enjoy! 

Popsicle Snuggy

H Hook 

Cotton Worsted Weight Yarn like Lilly Sugar N Cream, 

*You could also use acrylic worsted if desired 

*Tapestry Needle

Notes: 
*Chain stitch does not count in stitch count!
*The number at the end of each row is the stitch count for the row(#)
*Measures approx 5 1/2 - 6 inches in length
*Gauge: 1” x 1” swatch = 3 rows of 4 sc 

Worked in Continuous Rounds. Do not join rounds. 

Round 1: ch 5, 2 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, sc in next 2 chs, 2 sc in last ch, continue your work on the opposite side of the chain, sc in next 2 ch, sc in last ch { same st you worked the 1st 2 sts in}  (9) 

Round 2: sc in next 9 sts (9)

Round 3-18: sc in next 9 sts (9) 

To finish off, skip next st, sl st to next st, fasten off and weave in ends. 

Thank you for using a Calleigh’s Clips original pattern. I have done my best to keep my patterns simple and easy to understand. If at any time you need assistance, please feel free to contact me using the contact button on the blog. 

Please remember that there may be a slight variance in sizing due to different tensions of each individual and materials used.

All patterns are copyright protected, but you are welcome to sell finished products made from my patterns. I do ask, however, that you mention my company name along with my web shop address as follows:

Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations by Elisabeth Spivey 

http://www.calleighsclips.com

I would love to see your finished products if you would like to send me pictures. These will be for my personal use only and will not be posted anywhere without prior written permission from you.

Do not use my images for any use! If you sell items made from my patterns please make and photograph your own work! Thank you & Enjoy! ~Elisabeth