Ready for Some Random-ness??!

This will be the first of many RaNdOm posts- they will come out of nowhere and come at random times- what fun!

I had a friend pin a link to this blanket on Pinterest and knew I HAD to get the pattern- this will be a good seller for SURE! I have lots of football fan friends all over the country and I can see this blanket in all sorts of colors!

Iowa Hawkeyes, ISU Cyclones, App State Mountaineers, NC Tarheels, Minnesota Vikings, Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos, San Diego Chargers, Green Bay Packers... the list goes on and on!! Imagine all the possibilities!!

Didn't even mention all the High School Football teams out there!!

Here is the link to the post on Bizzy Crochet.

And here is the cool pic of the one she is working on!

Can't you just see one on your lap while you cheer on your favorite player??!

 I do have the book on order and hope to have it in the next couple weeks- then I can check the size and post more information and eventually a price! If you want to get on the order list email me!

PRICING and POLICIES

Hats are typically between $10-$18 depending on detail on the hat.

Baby shoes and boots are usually between $14-$18 depending on detail.

Adult shoes/slippers are typically $14-$20 depending on detail.

Animals are usually $25. Toy sets are usually $30-$40 depending on number of pieces in the sets.

Blankets are priced on an individual basis. Smaller blankets start as low as$35 and bigger afghans start as low as $60. Of course details will increase the price.


A few notes:
I have been told that my prices are "under-cutting" the crochet world competition. I have set my prices to what I think is fair and at a price that I would pay for an item. I feel like my finished items are of great quality and won't send an item out unless I am happy with it. I typically send out photos of the items before I mail them so you can see what you are going to get.

I do ask that the items be paid for before they are made. I have been burned several times by people ordering items and then not paying for them, so in order to be fair to myself and to other customers I ask you pay before I work on your order. I do not take checks and prefer to use PayPal as the method of payment. I also can take debit/credit cards using Square.

I usually ship out the day after an item is finished and "approved" by the customer. I typically ship through the post office using First-Class Mail. If Priority Mail is cheaper then I will ship Priority. Shipping usually costs between $3-$10 depending on number of items purchased.

I do not do returns. I do everything I can to make sure you are getting what you want when you order something from me. Since most every order is a custom made order I would normally have a hard time selling a custom item to someone else. As I said, I do all I can to make sure you know what you are getting before you get it.

Now the fun stuff:
I have been known to give some good discounts if you buy more than a couple items. I like to make this stuff and want you all to like having it- so buy more, save more!

I occasionally run sales on certain items. They are usually out of the blue and typically for a limited time, usually a day or two.

I also like to do giveaways! They are normally on little items, but who doesn't love a free something every now and then!

Check out my Facebook Page to see some of the things I have been making. While you are there you might as well "Like" it!

Heads Up!!

I have been busy working on a few very detailed sets of toys for someone and decided to take a short break so I could get a HAT post published! I dug through my archived favorites on Ravelry and Etsy to find some new hats that I am sure you will all LOVE as much as I do!

This Shell Stitch Flapper Hat designed by Erin Hansen is simply beautiful! I love it!
Her pattern can be found here and is available in the following sizes:

0-6m, 6-12m, 1-3yr, and 3-10yrs.
I have also tagged an adult hat similar to this- if you are interested let me know!

This one is PERFECT for a first photo shoot! Love the little puff balls on it!

It was designed by Bella-Rae Crochet and is available in the following sizes:

0-3m, 3-6m, 6-12m and Toddler

(photo was taken by Elizabeth Fulton, check out her Facebook Page.

 Next is the Aubrin by Chanelle Jones at Hover Creations. This hat is made with bulky yarn so it can be made super fast and is super soft! I love how the huge ruffle on the side adds just enough pizzaz!

Available in sizes: Toddler to Adult

 This is something similar to the first hat on this post, but also a little different. This pattern was written by Lisa Dean at Loops of Love. She has the pattern written for the following sizes:

0-3m, 3-6m, 6-12m, toddler, child/small adult, and adult.

Who doesn't love a cupcake??

Angels Chest Boutique has created this cute little hat just for you little cupcake!

Her hat is available in sizes newborn to adult.

This one will be perfect for a chilly winter day! It even has the perfect name, Snow Day!
Marken of the Hat & I wrote this pattern. It is available in the following sizes:

0-3m, 3-6m, 6-12m, 1-3y, 3-10y, 10y+, and adult M, and adult L

Think of all the colors you could combine- match to a coat, school colors, or even rainbow!

I love this old-school lookin' earflap hat by Melanie Padron from 3 Boys & A Ball of Yarn.

She has the pattern written for everyone, newborn - adult.

Get one for this winter!

Guess who wrote this one!! Of course I couldn't have a post without a couple hats from the one and only Tara Murray! She runs the Mamachee shop on Ravelry and also has a shop on Etsy.

She calls this hat the Hansel and Gretel hat. I LOVE the detail on the girly version below!

Sizes available are newborn to adult for both styles.

I think this is one of my all time favorite hats, the Backtrack Beanie from Busy Mom Designs.

It is perfect for boys and girls and is also reversible so you can change it up every day if you want to!

It looks great with the little flower attached, or "inside-out" with no flower. I love everything about this hat and have lost count of how many I have made. Love. Love. Love it!

Available in the following sizes: premie to adult large

 Here is the cowboy hat I mentioned the other day in the baby shoe post. This looks great with the little cowboy boots! Elizabeth Alan from The Lovely Crow wrote this pattern for this cute hat.
Sizes available are newborn - 4T.

I just found this hat today and fell.in.love!! I think the cables on the side and the little fold on the side are so neat! There are sure some creative people out there!!

This one is called Boutique Ribbed Cable Cloche and was written by Guinever Parisi.

The pattern says "one size" so I take that to mean older child-adult sizes.

There are a bunch of other hats that I love out there so keep checking back for more. I will try to get a post done with more "boy" hats, too.

As always, if there is something you are looking for and don't see let me know and I'll do what I can to help!

I will make any of these hats pictured and most can be made in any color!

Sharp Crochet Hook.... On the way!!

After scouring all the craft stores in a 30mile radius of home I decided to finally order The Sharp Crochet Hook. The Sharp Crochet Hook will let me crochet some pretty sweet edging on flannel (or any other fabric) without having to "per-poke" the holes! I am definitely looking forward to edging some cute receiving blankets for some new babies on the way! Here's the link to their page. Check out all the cool things that little hook can do!!

Shoes and Slippers for Momma and Child

Hi everyone!

I'm here again with another post about your feet- this time for Kids and Mom (and Dad!). I have made a list of a few of my favorites from Ravelry, I have some saved in my Etsy favs too- but there are quite a few so I think I'll save them for another post! The more the merrier, right??!

Here goes!

Up first is the Jess Flat from Mamachee. This pattern is written for women's sizes 3-12. I think the smallest size comes out to about a size 2 in kids, so this would work for your older kiddos as well!

Next is the Mary Jane Skimmers from Hook Candy.

They have a pattern for everyone, newborn-adult!

Imagine all the color possibilities!

Ooooo, I have been eyeballing these boots for a loooooong time and the pattern was finally in stock so I swiped it up as fast as I could! I got the adult pattern and the child/toddler pattern. Check out the boy version with the dino spikes up the back! So cute!!
The pattern designer is hollydoll.

These are quickly becoming one of my favorite boots!

Here is a girly version....

And how about these little boots for the coolest little dude in your house! Awesome!

These were sent to me as a request from my friend Missy, she got these in tan and cream and LOVES them, she says they are her favorite- but she says that about everything I make!
These Adult Button Loafers were designed by Genevive Hunter and come in women's sizes 3-11.
Once again, the size 3 is close to a size 2 in kids shoes.

Another pair I love, and have made in LOTS of different colors!

This pattern is from Two Girls Patterns and comes in women's sizes 5-10. I also have the toddler pattern that is written for sizes 4-10. They are absolutely adorable!!

Mamachee is up again, with her Little Oma Slippers! These are so cute and work up really fast, so they are perfect for last minute gifts! Mamachee never disappoints!

 This is a new pattern that was just added to the Ravelry database recently. They are called Tiny Dancers, and are from Briana Olsen at Bowtykes. I think they are super cute and would even look great with a ribbon in place of the bow on the picture shown here.

And we sure can't forget about Dad! Kevin has these slippers and will.not.take.them.off! He even asked for a second pair. Can you guess who wrote this pattern?? Yep, Mamachee! These can be made into boots that are similar to the hollydoll boots above, but the turned out great as man shoes!

Check back soon for posts on hats, winter wear (scarf, cowl, mittens, etc...), blankets, toys and all kids of other good stuff!!

Thanks for looking and remember, I would love to make you a pair of your favorite slippers! Shoot me an email and we can work out the details!

Get It While You Can!!

I have listed a blanket in my Etsy shop! It is gorgeous!!

This Aqua and White Chevron style blanket/throw measures 39" wide and 47" long and is great for your lap or your kiddos! It is the perfect size to use anywhere... the car, the couch, the chair, the bedroom, the floor- everywhere!! I love it and almost hate to sell it, but I can always make another one!!

Here are a couple photos

You can click this link to go to the Etsy shop and snatch it up!

If it's gone before you get there and want one of your very own just let me know and I'll be happy to make another, and another, and another!!

Oh, the pattern is from Mamachee's Etsy shop- you can find the link to that pattern right here!

My Favorite Patterns for Feet (Baby Edition)

Here is the collection of shoes, slippers, sandals and boots that I just love!

I will make any of these on request...

just shoot me and email or comment below and I will get in touch with you!

ENJOY!

Pattern can be found here and is from YarnBlossomBoutique on Etsy.

Pattern is written for sizes newborn to 24mos!

Pattern can be found here and is from Genevive Hunter at Ravelry.

Pattern is written for sizes newborn to 12mos!

Another pattern from YarnBlossomBoutique!

Pattern can be found here and is written for sizes newborn to 24mos!

These little Boat Shoes for boys are from Two Girls Patterns and you can find more information on the pattern here. Pattern is written for 0-6mos and 6-12mos.

I just found these fold over boots on Ravelry today, aren't they cute??!

The pattern is from Melissa Hoard and can be found here. Sizes available are newborn to 12mos.

These little crisscross sandals are even more adorable in person! You can find more information on the pattern here, and is brought to you by Hooking Stitch! Sizes are newborn to 12mos.

I have sold so many of these cowboy/girl boots that I have lost count! The pattern is from The Lovely Crow and can be found here. The sizes are newborn to 12mos. They also have a hat that matches, but I'll save that for another post!

These last two photos are from Two Girls Patterns and is located here. Sizes are 0-6mos and 6-12mos. I have already made a handful of these and they turn out really cute!

Crafty Anna ~ CrochetNPlayDesigns

Anna is one of my favorite pattern writers. She has some of the best patterns for Food and Toys!


Check out the photos below to see what I have made using her patterns!

Everything turns out great and she has well written patterns that are easy to follow!

Great Job, Anna! You can see more of her wonderful creations here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CrochetNPlayDesigns?ref=seller_info

Etsy

Etsy is another site I am using more and more. It's a fun place to look for patterns but also a great place to SELL the pieces I have made.

If there is something you love but want a different color or size just let me know and I'll do what I can to meet your needs!

Thanks for looking!


http://www.etsy.com/shop/lindseyh81?ref=si_shop

Wonderful Pattern Source.... Ravelry!

Let's get this party started!

I was introduced to a website about a year ago and have become addicted! You can create a free account and find friends, like patterns, bookmark favorite designers and patterns, list projects you have completed and projects you want to work on. It's a great place to get ideas and keep your patterns in an organized place.

http://www.ravelry.com/ is the site I am talking about. You can find me there and friend me; my user name is lindseyh81.

I look forward to seeing you there to share and find new ideas!

*Just a quick note.. you can search for pretty much anything and find it on ravelry.. but if you are wanting me to make something, please be sure to search for CROCHET patterns. I haven't perfected the art of knitting just yet!*

Welcome to the NEW Blog!

Here is my second attempt at blogging...

Here is the back story- Over the last couple years I have been finding crochet patterns online, posting a photo of the finished product (from the original post, not my pictures) and then offering to sell the finished item. I have been going about this all wrong. I haven't always given credit to the photo owner.

I am here to say that that was wrong. I intend to go about this the right way from now on.

I am under the impression that you can link to the original post in order to give the pattern writer and photo owner the proper credit, also mentioning where the pattern and photo came from. This will be my procedure from now on. If there is more that you know of that I need to do, PLEASE let me know. I am not here to make life miserable for myself or anyone else involved.

Thanks for visiting- come back often!

L