Hmmmm....

What do you make with over 2600 glass seed beads and 1000 yards of silk mohair yarn????


You'll find out in Spring 2012!!!

Sorry for the teaser....but you all know the rules by now. No sharing till it is published! :-)

Pinwheel Hat and Baby Blanket Set NEW Crochet Pattern!

Now available!

Spiral Sprite Cap

Are you ready?? The second hat in The Portrait Series is available!! Get your copy of the Spiral Sprite Cap now!! More to come around the end of December!

Etsy
My Website
Lulu
Ravelry

Check out my Etsy Shop!!

Have you been there lately?? If not, let me tell you about a few changes I've made. I have moved all my ready-to-ship items there. So now my website only has my original crochet patterns, custom items, along with the new knitting and crocheting accessories. My etsy shop will now consist of my original crochet patterns and ready-to-ship items.

Right now I have my winter-ish items on sale, so be sure to check them out!! And to start my new spring designs I have just listed this sweet lilac cap. It will easily fit both girls and women! It is a wonderful lace design and features a detachable purple flower pin!

Have a great weekend!

February Free Crochet Pattern ~ Heart Slider Choker

Here it is!! Your free crochet pattern for February!! And you still have plenty of time to whip up one to wear for Valentine's Day! This pattern has not been tested, so please let me know of any errors. Also, please respect my new copyright! (I do give you permission to use a picture from this pattern to promote it on your own blog or website via a link.) You can get a pdf copy here.

Copyright This pattern is for personal use only. You may not reproduce, transmit, or distribute this pattern in any form. This consists of ALL parts of the pattern including -but not limited to- images, diagrams, and text. You may print out copies for your own, personal use, but they can not be distributed for free, sale, or through any form or any venue, including –but not limited to- photocopying, other electrical or mechanical means, recording or any other information storage and retrieval systems. All violations of this copyright are punishable by law and include fines and/or imprisonment. Copyright © 2009 Jennifer J. Cirka/Jaybird Designs

Heart Slider Choker
By Jennifer J. Cirka/Jaybird Designs
Whip one of these up for Valentine’s Day

Materials
• Necklace: Patons Brilliant, 69% Acrylic - 19% Nylon - 12% Polyester, 1.75 oz / 50 g, 166 yd / 152 m, color – 03023 Gold Glow
• Heart: Crochet Cotton size 3, color - red
• C-2 / 2.75 mm crochet hook
• Small Button
• Needle and Thread
• Yarn needle

Finished Size
Fits approximately a 13” neck (easily add/subtract chains for a custom fit)
Gauge
Not important

Choker Pattern
Row 1: with gold, ch 91. sc in second ch from hook and next 9 sts. Ch 70, sk next 70 chs, sc in last 10 chs.

Row 2: ch1, turn. Sc in first 10 sts, ch70, sk ch-70 sp, sc in last 10 sts.

Row 3-4: Repeat row 2.

At the end of row 4, ch5 and join with a sl st to last sc of row 1. This will form your button loop. Finish off and weave in ends.

Heart Pattern

Row 1: ch2, sc in second ch from hook. Ch1, turn. (1sc)
Row 2: 3sc in row 1. ch1, turn. (3sc)
Row 3: 2sc in first sc, sc in next 1 sts, 2 sc in last sc. Ch1, turn. (5sc)

Row 4: 2sc in first sc, sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in last sc. Ch4, turn. (7sc)

Row 5: tr in first sc, ch1, sk next sc, tr in next 3 sts. Ch1, sk next sc, 2tr in last sc. Ch1, turn. (7 tr –counts turning ch, 2 ch-1 sps)

Row 6: sc in each st and ch sp across. Ch1, turn. (9sc)
Row 7: sc in first st, *ch1, dc in next st, 2tr in next, sc in next, ch1*, sl st in next. Repeat from * to * one time. Sc in last st. Ch1, turn work and evenly sc around outside edge of heart, placing a picot at the point. Join with a sl st to first sc. Finish off and weave in ends.
Finishing

With RS facing, insert choker from back to front through the right slit in the heart. Insert choker from front to back through the left slit. Sew button onto end of choker without the button loop.

Listing on eBay!!

What!?!?!? Yup, it's true! I actually listed some items on eBay today!!

I've joined a ton of other designers who are listing this week because of the new CPSIA laws. ALL of the items listed will be ILLEGAL as of February 10th!! So get yours now while you still can!!

I have listed two items that I have had the patterns published. These are the actual ones photographed for the magazine!! There is the Sweetheart Cap and the Flower Girl Shrug. At really low prices too!!

See them here! And be sure to click on the Boutique Felony logo at the top to see all the items listed for this launch....or search "Boutique Felony" on eBay!

New Item

Yesterday I listed something new, LOL!! The Garden Trellis Neck Wrap! I've been wearing a lot of neck wraps recently to help keep me warm, but realized that the ones I was making might be a little to heavy for when the weather starts getting a little nicer. So I worked up a new design and absolutely love it!! The colors of this wrap are amazing!! A beautiful olive green and deep burgundy!! YUM!!

And stay tuned...think I may write up the pattern for this one soon!

Happy Dancing in Colorado!!

Lookie what I just found on the web today!! I need to get my hands on a copy NOW!!!! I am so excited I think I may pee my pants, LOL!!!

So, who wants to join me in this happy dance?? Click on the picture to be taken to the description.

You can also click the amazon widget at the top right to pre-order your copy!

I Worked On It ALLLLL DAY!

And now it's Ready!! The Winter Bliss Earflap Hat Pattern is now ready for purchase!

New Crochet Pattern! Million Dollar Cowl - Learn to Crochet

Are you ready for some new patterns? Even if you don't know how to crochet, you should check out this one!

Million Dollar Cowl Pattern - Learn to Crochet


I'll also have a new FREE pattern ready to go sometime this week! I've been really busy this weekend!! Now it looks like I need to go an make a Tooth Fairy Pillow for Heather!!! She has her first loose tooth!!!

Happy Crocheting!

New Fall/Winter 2008 items!

I just finished up most of my new Fall/Winter 2008/2009 line! I am so excited about it! And I even got a few of the items listed! First is this amazing hat and scarf set! It's one size fits most and your choice of two color combinations!

I also have listed The "Beckie" Purse! Also custom crocheted for you and available in your choice of two colors, both with fabulous Amy Butler fabric lining!

And don't forget about baby! Just look at these adorable Ruffle and Ribbon socks! Makes those little toes even cuter!

I also want to say THANK YOU to my friend Robin of Little Boutique Models for all the amazing pictures!

July Free Pattern!

Ok, here it is! The free crochet pattern for July! Again , please read and follow my copyright info....THANKS! Also, this pattern has not been tested, so if you find any errors, please contact me and let me know so that I can fix it.

Picot Mesh Scarf Pattern
by Jennifer J. Cirka/Jaybird Designs

A fun and flirtly scarf for everyday wear.

Copyright
Copyright 2008 by Jennifer J. Cirka (aka Jaybird Designs) all rights reserved. This pattern is for personal use or for gifts only! Sales of this finished product are discouraged. No part of this
document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without prior written permission from the author. Please feel free to link back to this pattern.

Materials
~MC: Bernat Bamboo Natural Blends or any Bulky (5) weight yarn – sample is in Rosehip, 2 skiens needed

~K-10.5 / 6.5 mm crochet hook

~Yarn Needle

Finished Size 5” wide by 55” long, easily customizable
Gauge Not important

Pattern
With MC, ch 20. (or a multiple of 4 sts + 4)

Row 1: sc in 8^th ch from hook. Ch3, sl st in sc just made (picot). *ch5, sk 3 chs, sc in next ch ch3, sl st in sc just made (picot). Repeat from * across. Finish with ch5, sc in last ch.

Row 2: Turn, ch5. sk first sc, sc in first ch5 sp. Ch3, sl st in sc just made (picot). *Ch5, sc in next ch5 sp. Ch3, sl st in sc just made (picot). Repeat from * across. Finish with sc in beginning ch8 sp.

Row 3: Turn, ch5. sk first sc, sc in first ch5 sp. Ch3, sl st in sc just made (picot). *Ch5, sc in next ch5 sp. Ch3, sl st in sc just made (picot). Repeat from * across. Finish with sc in beginning ch5 sp of previous row.

Repeat row 3 until desired length is achieved. My sample has a total of 59 rows

Row 60: turn, ch5. sc in first ch5 sp. *ch5, sc in next ch5 sp. Repeat from * across. Finish with a sc in beginning ch5 sp of previous row. Finish off and weave in ends.

YUMMY Stash!

Lookie at this great stash I picked up yesterday!! All for my new fall line!! Just wait till you see what I have in mind!!! See anything you like??

Baby, OH, Baby!

Boy, I must be on a baby kick
again....just look at all the adorable baby items I just listed at
MyPinkZebraBoutique.com!

Well????????

What do you think of the new look?? Be sure to check out the webiste too! It's not finished, but getting there!

www.jaybird-designs.com

New JBD pattern!!

It's finally done!! I just completed my first toddler sundress pattern titled "The Carissa Dress"! This dress would be a wonderful addition to any little one's wardrobe! It is written in sizes 12, 18, and 24 months....but is so easy I bet most of you can adjust it for larger sizes!

Right now you can purchase it in my etsy shop!

Happy Crocheting!

Coming Soon!

I'm working on a new pattern for all of you!! I've decided to self-publish the "Going Green" Multi-purpose bag. Everyone that sees mine LOVES it!!! So now you can make one of your own!! Watch for it over the next few days!

New Listing!

Isn't this sweet!! Definately one of my favorites.........and look MA! No crochet! LOL!!

OOAK because this is the last of the fabric!! Should fit sizes 3 4 5. Click the picture to be taken right to the auction.

NEW Pattern!!

I just listed my newest pattern!! And it's a collection of three beanie hat!! Every little girl will want one in just about every color!! LOL!! Take a peek!