Black Friday/Cyber Monday DEALS!

There are SO many great deals this Thanksgiving that I thought it would be an awesome idea to blog about them (mostly so I would have a convenient list to refer back to when I have a minute to myself to get in some retail therapy!!)

So let’s dive into the fun and find out where all the amazing deals live out in internet-land!

1: HodgePodge Crochet (of course we have to start here!!) You can find this deal only in Ravelry: http://www.ravelry.com/stores/hodgepodge-crochet-designs

2: Owl & Mouse Creations is offering DISCOUNTED JEWELRY!!  More specifically, crochet bracelets and crochet brooches!

3: From Home is offering a 40% discount on all patterns! FRIDAY ONLY! http://www.ravelry.com/designers/from-home

4: From Mommy with Luv is offering HUGE discounts on ready to ship items!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/FromMommywithLuv

5: Simply Smurphy’s is offering 35% off of all patterns (including her ebook) until midnight 11/30/13! http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/addie-roberts-ravelry-store/patterns

6: Yarning for More is offering 60% off her patterns! Use the code THANKSGIVING in her Ravelry shop now thru Sunday (12/1) at midnight! http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/snow-bunny-ski-hat

7: Boomer Beanies is offering 50% off ALL patterns on Etsy and Ravelry!!!! Code is BFSALE. Starts NOW & goes until close of day Monday, Dec 2nd Ravelry: http://www.ravelry.com/designers/boomer-beanies Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/boomerbeanies?ref=l2-shop-info-name

8: My Crimson Clover is offering a 30% sale on ravelry and etsy!! https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyCrimsonClover http://www.ravelry.com/designers/kimberly-green (coupon code Thanksgiving30)

9: Trifles N Treasures is planning all sorts of holiday flash sales and fun over on her facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/TriflesNTreasures

10: Jen’s Tangled Threads is offering free shipping on orders over $20! http://www.zibbet.com/jenstangledthreads.

11: Nova G Photography is offering 40% off using code BLKFRI40 over in her Etsy shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/JennovaDesigns

12: Schere’s Crafty Crochet is offering 50% off all patterns now through Monday night at midnight CST. No coupon code needed! http://www.ravelry.com/stores/scheres-crafty-crochet-shop

13:  Sincerely Pam is offering 30% off all patterns in her Ravelry and Craftsy shops!! And a BONUS–when the new Johnny Collection is released Saturday it will be 40% off (no coupon needed)!!! www.ravelry.com/designers/sincerely-Pam.  www.craftsy.com/user/497620/pattern-store

14: BlankiesByJackie is offering 25% off your order in her Etsy shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/Blankiesbyjackie. Now through monday!! Coupon code BLKFRI20

15: Cuddle me Beanies is doing a 50% off Daily Holiday sale on patterns! Every day features a different pattern on sale for 24 hours!! www.facebook.com/cuddlemebeanies

16: As U Wish Embroidery & Crafts is offering 30% off her new 3-D Minion Ear Flap Hat Pattern today until Monday night!  Use coupon code “BKFRIDAY” http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/3-d-minion-ear-flap-hat

17: Family Traditions Crafts is offering 40% off on patterns and MORE discounts on ready to sell and custom orders! No codes needed in Ravelry or Craftsy!
Ravelry: http://www.ravelry.com/stores/shannon-corcoran-family-traditions-crafts-designs
Craftsy: http://www.craftsy.com/user/600581/pattern-store
Etsy: Code…. BLACKFRIDAY
https://www.etsy.com/shop/srcorcoran?ref=si_shop

18: divinedebris.com is offering up 25% off all patterns!! http://divinedebris.com/crochetpatterns/

19: A Crocheted Simplicity is offering 40% off using Coupon Code: BLACKFRIDAY40. Coupon valid in my Ravelry & Etsy shops until midnight pst, Sunday December 1st! https://www.etsy.com/shop/ACrochetedSimplicity. http://www.ravelry.com/designers/jennifer-pionk

20: Mad Mad Makers is offering a GIANT online marketplace where you can cash in on savings from several amazing shops all at once!

21: The Whole Knit & Caboodle is offering 30% off on all patterns in her Ravelry and Craftsy shops!! http://www.craftsy.com/user/678979/pattern-store. http://www.ravelry.com/stores/the-whole-knit–caboodle

22: YOU!!! If you’ve gotten this far and are running a sale of your own, drop your link in the comments below letting us all know what you are offering and where to find it!! (Note: comments ARE moderated and my take a few hours to appear.)

HodgePodge Crochet Hosts!! Business Showcase: 2013

Showcasing indie talent is something near and dear to my heart! I’m reminded on a daily basis just how amazingly talented crocheters, knitters, and crafters are through facebook, pinterest, and the hundreds of blogs I visit in a week!

In order to share all of that talent it would take me a lifetime. So I came up with a better plan!! All it takes is some work from YOU to upload YOUR talent to share with HodgePodge readers and fans!

It’s simple and fun to do!

Show off your stuff! Upload your best product shot that represents what YOU can do and link to your facebook, your blog, your shop in Craftsy, Etsy, or Ravelry, or wherever you want people to come find you! Indie designers and handmade items ONLY please.

Uploading will be available until December 24th, 2014!!

HOW TO ADD YOUR LINK!!

Step One:

Click the blue button at the bottom of the page that says: Add your link

Step Two:

Follow the directions located within each editable section:

• LINK: Input the URL of the place you want your image to link back to when clicked.
• LINK TITLE: Input the name of your business.
• EMAIL: Input your email address.
• IMAGE SOURCE: Here you can either choose a thumbnail provided from the URL you already added, upload an image from your computer, or insert the URL of an image you already have uploaded somewhere on the internet! Make sure the image you select is of your BEST work! You want to make sure it’s the highest resolution photo you can find and really showcases what it is you do!

Click DONE and wait a few minutes for your photo to process.

Don’t forget to VOTE for your favorites!! Drop a comment below with your shop link to show that you’re all linkedup (comments are moderated and may take a few hours to be approved) and don’t forget to click the buttons below to share, tweet, pin, and spread the word!

Ari Wrap Wristers and Boot Cuffs!

Introducing my latest pattern duo!! The Ari Wrap Wristers and Ari Wrap Boot Cuffs!! You can find your copies over in Craftsy, Ravelry, or Etsy as a direct PDF digital download.

Or if you’re in a hurry, just click the links below to purchase and get to crocheting right now! Direct digital purchase will be handled through Ravelry. NO ACCOUNT is necessary to purchase patterns. Those without a Ravelry account will have patterns emailed directly.

Ari Wrap Wristers crocheted and photographed by: As U Wish Embroidery & Crafts

Ari Wrap Boot Cuffs Crocheted and Photographed by: Blue Frog Creations

Ari Wrap Wristers
CATEGORY: Crocheting
TYPE: Accessory
FIT: Women
ITEM: Fingerless Gloves
SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner
BASIC SKILLS NECESSARY:
Double Crochet; Triple Crochet

Ari Wrap Boot Cuffs
CATEGORY: Crocheting
TYPE: Accessory
FIT: Women
ITEM: Boot Cuffs
SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner
BASIC SKILLS NECESSARY:
Double Crochet; Triple Crochet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ari Wrap Wristers

I’m officially in LOVE with these amazing wristers! These started as a stitch I found in a REALLY old crochet book–the kind that was written at the turn of the century and is falling apart but so amazing that you can’t bear to part with it!

As soon as I saw the stitch I knew that I needed to create a pattern around it and so the Ari Wrap Wristers were born!

I couldn’t be happier with the results. They have that perfect mix of glam and sophistication while still being an amazing accessory for everyday trips to the mall or the market (or even around the house–say while writing up a blog post!)

This pattern is hands down one of my absolute favorites and I’m so excited to share it with all of you! You can find your copy over in Craftsy, Ravelry, or Etsy as a Direct Digital Download today for $3.99!

Photo and Crochet props for these amazing photos goes to my very good friend Yvette, owner of As U Wish Embroidery & Crafts! Check out her page for amazing items that you won’t find anywhere else!

 

 

Lil Indian Boy/Girl Hat

Today’s blog post will be turned over to my very good friend and fellow HodgePodger Debby Wisely so she can showcase her brand new pattern of the Lil Indian Boy/Girl hat!

Be sure to show her some love in the comments!

Hi, I’m Debbie Wisely and I’m a crocheter. Doesn’t this sound like the start of a 12-step program?

I’m the proud Mom of a son who is a U.S.A. Navy submariner. I’m married to a great guy who supports me in all my craftiness, (should have been part of the marriage vows!) and we have 3 furbabies.

Crocheting is my addiction. I’ve tried so many other crafts from clay to ceramics and pretty much everything in-between. Even owned a ceramics business for a short time, but I always come back to crocheting. I get giddy just thinking about shopping for yarns and what I can make with it.  I know I’m not the only one out there, so ‘fess up and join my addiction!

I came about writing my first pattern when I was looking for a feather pattern. With Halloween and Thanksgiving coming around, I wanted to make a little Indian boy and girl hat. I scoured every avenue I could to find one, and there are a few out there, but not what I was looking for. So I decided to make my own. Ok, not too hard, I can do this…..and viola! The feather pattern was born! Well, MY feather pattern. Lol

 

 

There aren’t too many Indian hats out there either so again, I wanted to design my own. Now with my feather pattern complete,  I got down to making the Indian boy and girl hat! I was so excited. I’ve never written a pattern before so I just took it step by step.

First the hat part which is a pretty standard pattern for all hats. I knew I wanted a headband and feathers, but what colors? So after some careful thought, I went for orange, a deep red, turquoise, yellow, carrot and black. The headband was pretty easy too but the design was a little difficult to translate and with the help of my testers, that was worked out too.

Add some pigtails for the girl version….and the Lil Indian Boy/Girl Hat pattern was created!

 

I’m so happy with it and I’m totally eager to start my next pattern to write up. I’ve got some ideas lurking in my head, now I just have to figure out how to make them. So keep an eye out for me!

If you’d like to see more of my goodies, visit my Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/QTPatootieKids

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