Blossom Head Wrap

LOOK!! A new pattern from Jaybird Designs!!

This fashionable accessory is a MUST-HAVE this winter! Not only is it easy to make, it is a quick crochet project and makes a wonderful gift! Lots of fun color combinations can be created and it could even be worn around your neck instead of a big and bulky scarf!

What I'm Working on Wednesday

I can't believe it is Wednesday already! Geezz....and October is almost over too! What a year it's been!

OK, so I am currently wrapping up Halloween costumes!! I'll be sharing pictures probably on Friday. Heather is an adorable Dalmation Dog this year and I love how her costume turned out! And I also worked on a simple cat costume for her best friend next door. Their class party is tomorrow, so I'll be sure to take lots of pictures. For myself, I made the greatest little witch hat!! It's not a full costume, but it will be fun!

Let's see...next week I need to start another item for publication and I am also working on some new submissions. And of course I am still working on my Debra Sweater. Almost done with my second sleeve.

Time to get off my butt and get some housework done! Have a great day everyone!

Greyhound Etsy Treasury

'Greyhound Love!' by JaybirdDesigns

On this grEy and rainy morning, Cash...my Greyhound...and I are picking some of our favorite items to share with you!

Sue Bero Greyhound Pink Deco... handmade4hound... $10.00	JanetCrowley - Greyhound Mar... handmade4hound... $14.99	AerieDesigns GREYHOUND SWEAT... handmade4hound... $6.00
Vintage Look GREYHOUND DOG P... vintagewarehou... $18.00	Greyhound/Saluki/Lurcher Pol... bleakhounds $30.00	Carousel Greyhound Series Se... toadbriar $80.00
GLOW IN THE DARK SKELETONS M... Redfromsun $15.00	Paddling greyhound screenpri... thedoghouse $35.00	Handmade XL 38x50 Unique Tou... BowWowBeds $43.00
PANDORA STYLE GREYHOUND DOG ... MYASJEWELS $17.99	Greyhound Puppy (Fudge) Crafting4Greyh... $13.00	Hugging Greyhound Stick Figu... thepurplehound $6.99
Crocheted Almost Life Sized ... Crafting4Greyh... $55.00	Greyhound Fingering Weight S... knittersbrewin... $20.00	silver greyhound dog charm (... Hint $21.00

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What I'm Working on Wednesday

Ooops! Just realized what day it was and that I forgot to post today!

Well, I'm happy to say that the three items I have been working on for publication have all been sent off to their new homes. I still need to put some finishing touches on one of the patterns, then it will be off too. I also just got some BEAUTIFUL yarns in the mail for yet another publication!! Things have been good lately!

Other than that, my sweet hubby asked me for a new hat this week....so I had to whip one up for him. Black with a white skull applique. And also on my hook is the Debra Sweater from the book "Crochet it. Love it. Wear it!" by The Crochet Dude. And this is being made for ME!!! In Red Heart Eco-Ways in Storm. Can't wait to finish that....the weather is finally getting cool enough to need it!

Next on my list are some Halloween costumes for my daughter and the neighbor. They will be pretty easy and I should be able to whip them up quickly. I'll definitely share pictures of them once they are finished.

OK, off to parent/teacher conferences! Don't forget about my Facebook fan contests and my new pattern too!

CONTESTS!!!

All contests are being held on my Facebook Fan Page! You must be a "fan" to enter.

Cute Customer Contest- Post pictures of you or your child wearing something made by Jaybird Designs in the designated folder. All followers will get to vote on the best picture. Winner will receive a $20 Gift Certificate towards a finished or custom made item. Submission deadline is Friday, October 22, 2010. Voting will start on Saturday, October 23 and go till Thursday, October 28. Winner announced on Friday, October 29.

Customer Creation Contest- Post pictures of your finished item made from a Jaybird Designs pattern (either independently published or from a magazine/booklet.) All followers will vote on the best picture. Winner will receive a $20 Gift Certificate towards independently published Jaybird Designs patterns. Submission deadline is Friday, October 22, 2010. Voting will start on Saturday, October 23 and go till Thursday, October 28. Winner announced on Friday, October 29.

Random Drawing – On Friday, October 29, 2010, five (5) random followers will be drawn. (First chosen, gets first pick of prizes) Prizes include winner’s choice of:

• (2) Surprise Gift Pack of vintage crochet patterns
• Surprise Gift Pack of yarns and supplies
• (2) $10 Jaybird Designs Gift Certificates
  

Photographer Random Drawing – Professional Photographers Only! Post a link or photo of your favorite Jaybird Designs photography prop (http://www.etsy.com/shop/JaybirdDesigns?section_id=5905768) and on Friday, October 29, 2010, a random post will be drawn and will win a custom made prop that we will design together!

Good luck!

Come join my Facebook Fan Page!! It's the easiest way to stay updated on the latest Jaybird Designs excitement! And soon....once I reach 1000 "Likes", we will be having a HUGE celebration! Giveaways...contests...prizes! More information soon to come!

You Asked for It!

I'm happy to say that I should have a new crochet pattern released later today (or no later than tomorrow morning!) I'm really excited about this one....you all have been asking for it for YEARS and I finally managed to get it written!! Here is a sneak peek just to tease you!

And if you want to be one of the first to know when it is available, make sure you are following me on Twitter or on my Facebook Fan page!! It will be announced there first!


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OK...here it is! My newest pattern! Because you asked and because even big girls love cupcakes! This is a new version of the original Girls Cupcake Scarf by Jaybird Designs which now includes the hat pattern in three sizes and a smaller version of the cupcake. Professionally edited and includes special stitch instructions.

What I'm Working on Wednesday

Happy Wednesday!! Finishing up some projects here today. I finished two items last week and had a fun photo shoot with some adorable models!! Here is a sneak peek and be on the lookout for the patterns within the next few months!

I'm also finishing up a Spring 2011 item today and am on a time crunch because the photo shoot for it it tonight!! Yikes...better get to weaving in those ends.

And if you wonder who the fun new
photographer I've been using is....her name is Renee and she has a studio called Naturally Red Photography here in Grand Junction, Colorado. She does some amazing work!! Including this fun photo she took of ME earlier this year! I looooooove her edgy style too! This is one of my favorites!

OK, time to get back to work! Have a great Wednesday and Happy Crocheting!

Just for Fun - Yarn Videos

Sorry I've been MIA! Finishing up those last few projects for publication. Hope to have them done in the next day or two. So, while you are waiting, here are some fun yarn-related videos I've seen lately on YouTube. Enjoy!








And this one just because I love it!

Easy Halloween Crafts from FaveCrafts.com

Yesterday I downloaded this fun ebook from favecrafts.com! I love Halloween and was hoping to find some unique decorations to make! I wasn't disappointed!

I can't wait to make the creative ghost centerpiece using cheesecloth! It will be so cool with a fake candle under it to make it glow! Hmmm....maybe you could even spray paint it with some glow-in-the-dark paint? And if it is stiff enough, maybe hang some from the ceiling! Too much fun and tons of possibilities!

And of course, why not decorate with some cute crocheted pumpkins!!

Download your own FREE copy of the ebook HERE!

What I'm Working on Wednesday

Well, a very slow week for my crochet projects. I still have the same things on my hook. Instead of working on them, we decided to do a quick remodel on our bedroom this weekend. On Saturday we gutted the room and on Sunday we painted. It is now a beautiful Cactus Green and Terracotta Red!! We also purchased a new bed....one of those rustic log ones. It's BEAUTIFUL!! Only thing is that the new mattress we purchased to go with it is one of those new tall ones....and now the top of the bed is level with my belly button!! We need a ladder to crawl into it, LOL!! But my amazing husband has a plan to fix it next weekend.

We also installed a new ceiling fan/light and will be putting up new mirrored closet doors next weekend. Now to save some money to purchase new dressers and lots of fun Southwestern decorations!! I'm thinking some black wrought iron will look stunning!

I'll be sure to post some pictures when we are done. But for now I need to get off the computer and get my housework done so I can work on those crochet projects....

OH, and check out my newest listing on etsy!

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

As you know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! A few years ago I wrote this simple pattern for a skinny scarf to help support the cause! I believe the yarn I used is now discontinued, but this free pattern can be made using any worsted weigh yarns you like. I think it would look great in a solid pink, or you can make it in a pink and white stripe like shown in the pictures. It would make a great gift for someone fighting Cancer and for survivors! (The model is my good friend Katie.)

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Campus Field Cap-Now Available!

You can now purchase your very own copy of my Campus Field Cap crochet hat pattern that was featured in the Fall 2009 edition of Interweave Crochet!

This military style hat is the perfect accessory for fall! Pattern is written in US Crochet terms and follow Craft Yarn Council Standards. It uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease yarns and is written to fit a 21" head circumference.

Your pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of purchase to the email address on your paypal account. If you would like it sent to another address, please let me know in the paypal notes.

I am only selling this pattern here, on my website! Only $5.00

Campus Field Cap