Crochet Mermaid Blanket in New Larger Sizes

HI! yay! yay! yay! Can you tell I'm so excited! I've been working on the crochet pattern update on the Mermaid Cuddle Blanket for months and it's finally done! If you know me I don't like big projects so this took way longer than it should have! Thank you for your patience! It's ready!!!

Mermaid Princess Blanket

If you want to know the story behind the blanket watch my V-Log on my new Youtube Channel. It will also explain a few changes and give you a better idea of what I was thinking when I designed the larger sizes and how they will work for the new wide range of sizes from Kids, Youth, Pre-teen and Adults of all sizes!

This epic new pattern is written in two new sizes 5-10 years, and Pre-teen to Adult.
You can find the Crochet Pattern Instant download on sale in all my shops Sept 4- Sept 7th
Ending Midnight Central for 2.99 (reg $4.50)

Just pick your Favorite Shop! No coupon needed.

Raverly

Etsy

Craftsy

Mermaid Princess Blanket

Again! Thanks so much for your patience and I hope you Looooove this new pattern in larger sizes. 

Looking for the Original Mermaid Princess Cuddle Cape Blanket, with tiara and shells

Sizes Newborn to 4T 

You can find that in all my shops too. 

Here is a link in Ravelry

Also if keep in mind this doesn't just have to be a mermaid! Using other colors you could totally make this a goldfish or Koi blanket or use your sons favorite color for a Merman. My son is already asking for a fish....but I really don't want to make another one right now haha! 

Enjoy! and Thanks so much for supporting 

Calleigh's Clips and Crochet Creations 

Designs by Elisabeth Spivey

July Themes : Week 1 - Under the Sea

This month I thought it would be fun to start up "pattern(s) of the week" Themes. 

I've got several planned out and they will likely last through August too! So be sure to visit each week to see what new patterns are on sale for 50% off!!! Great way to stock up too if you are new to Calleigh's Clips & Crochet Creations Patterns!

Our 1st theme will be....

UNDER THE SEA!!! 

7 Fun Designs for you to choose from! 

You can purchase these Via Raverly

Check them out in the Under the Sea Bundle 

(new feature to Raverly. Basically categories, but easier to find what's on sale!!!)

Thank you Miss Snappy Tots for sharing about this new awesome feature!! You can read about how to use it in your shop on her blog post: Raverly Now Has Categories!! 

These will be on sale July 1- 6th (ending Midnight Central) 

Use the Coupon Code: CCCCSEA 

Enjoy! 

A new theme will be posted on Tuesday. July 8th

Want to vote for the next theme? 

Just leave a blog post comment below!!

1. Zoo

2. Farm

3. Forest

4. Lil' Bugs

5. Special Holidays

6. Christmas in July

7. Hats for all

8. Baby Props

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 !! 

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!! 

What's on New and on Sale this week!

Gooooood Morning! I hope your week is off to an awesome start. I have a busy week ahead with several orders to complete and I need to decide what patterns I want to tackle next. I have so many ideas I don't know where to start sometimes.

My joy and my inspiration for Calleigh's Clips came when I had my baby girl Calleigh. She isn't quiet a baby anymore. She's turning 3 this weekend. Many of you got to see a very funny side of her this week in my Mermaid Tail Outtakes video . If you have small children you'll relate especially if you've ever tried to record a video tutorial with kids around.

Speaking of the Mermaid! If you Pre-Orded the Pattern you might be surprised to see I've already sent them all out! If you didn't get yours just shoot me an email and we'll try again. If you've not purchased it yet I'm still leaving it on sale for $4.50 (ref. 5.95) through Wed. May 23rd. You can get an instant download in my ravelry shop. (discount applied at checkout)

Photography by : Emma June Photography 

Since Calleigh will be turning  three I though the Pattern of the Week should be
the Cupcake Cuddle Cape set! 

You can get that for $3.00 - through Saturday (automatic discount at checkout) 

Photography by: Ten Toes Photography

if you want both patterns you have to purchase separate to get discounts on both.

I should have one more new pattern to release by the end of the week. Just waiting to get some images back to add to the pattern. I may add it to Ravelry with out the pro pics and then just send out updates when it's ready but I've not decided yet. So just watch for a Facebook announcement soon!

The Crocodile/Alligator pattern

I know many of you saw the Beagle puppy I was asked to make for a custom order. I've had several emails asking if I'd be willing to write or add that into the Puppy Cape pattern.  I'm going to try to work on getting that added in the next couple week.  The only difference is color changes. The pattern itself isn't different. So it shouldn't be hard to for me to get done. I just need to get the yarn for it. Isn't it adorable. This hat pattern actually maybe one I try to right up in other sizes but don't hold me to it...LOL! 

So with out me saying to much (don't like to share my ideas before hand) 

What do you think I should do for the next cape design? 

I'm thinking in these themes: Food, Flowers Royalty, or other under the sea animals/creatures

Suggestions are always welcome! 

Have a great week! 

Pre-Sale Mermaid Princess Cuddle Cape Set

I just wanted to say thank you for all your sweet comments about this new set. Lots of love and time has gone into this pattern from me and my fabulous testers! I can't thank them enough for helping me when I was stuck on some sizing! I love that I've met some fabulous people that help me make these patterns just right just because they want to. This business wouldn't continue to flourish with out all the amazing ideas and support of pattern testers, photographers, fans and customers. THANK YOU! 

This Set just needs to be tried out on a little baby one more time on Sunday to check the foot pocket out on the back. If it's good then it will be ready to go Monday. What's a foot pocket you ask ? :) 

I wanted to keep the tradition of writing a cape style pattern not a cocoon. The only problem with the mermaid tail is that we don't really want little feet or toes sticking out since well...Mermaid don't have feet. LOL! So just incase you have a baby that is a little more alert and moving we've added a little pocket on the back to keep them in place. For those of you that want a more cocoon like back. I've also included instructions on how to make a pocket cover entire back of the cape. 

Since many of you didn't want to miss this release next week I started a Pre-Release Sale yesterday and I have to say I've never really had good luck with pre-sales but you all have surprised me and have obviously fallen in love with the pattern already. I'm blown away at the response to the Pre-Sale! 

Thank you so much!!! 

Here is a link to the Pre-Sale in my Artfire Shop. You can get the pattern for $4.50 through the weekend to the release date (set for Monday May 21st) Regular price $5.95  - 

Pre-Release Sale- Mermaid Princess Cuddle Cape Set

Pattern includes instructions for the Tail, Shells and Tiara. Uses the gorgeous crocodile stitch texture. 

I know many of you aren't as familiar with Artfire but I love it for pre-sale and high volume orders because I don't have to pay the Crazy Fees like on Etsy!!! Many have asked if it will be available on Ravelry and it will be. I've decided on the Release day I'll extend the sale so you can get it on instant download if you prefer at the sale price. 

Remember this is a Pre-Release Sale and I'm putting the final touches on the pattern so it's not going to be emailed until Monday May 21st!!! 

For those of you interested in the finished Items I have one that is ready to ship as shown in the pictures above. You can purchase it in my Etsy shop 

If you have other questions please don't hesitate to use the contact tab to email me!! 

UPDATE - You can now find this in all my shops! Simply visit

http://www.calleighsclips.com