Winners of the 2,000 Fan Appreciation Giveaway

We really appreciate the turnout for the giveaway at Thistles and Tulips Crochet! We ask all sponsors to verify your winner has meet all of the requirements of this giveaway as stated previously. If not, we will draw a winner again.

Winners are responsible for contacting sponsors to receive their prize. You have 48 hours to contact your sponsor and then the prize will go to the next in line.

Thistles and Tulips Crochet
The winner of 5 free crochet patterns from Thistles and Tulips Crochet is all3suns.


photosbykelsey
www.facebook.com/PhotosByKelseyLLC
Winner of a Facebook timeline cover is Kelsey Moss.

JLACrochet
http://www.facebook.com/JLACrochet
Winner of a princess crochet hat pattern is Bobbi Short.

Squishy Bear Creations
https://www.facebook.com/SquishyBearCreations
Winner of a finished Saturday Hat in your choice of two colors is Amy Latimer.

Hooked Crochet
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hooked-Crochet/227410897290956?ref=ts#
Winner of a $20 gift certificate towards any custom order or item available in Hooked Crochet's Etsy shop is Rhonda Martin.

Little Bit Knits
The winner of a precious boy beanie is Steph Hegland.
The winner of a girl's headband is Melanie Gelinas.

Alli's Mom Crochet
www.facebook.com/allismomcrochet
The winner of a newborn crown in your choice of color is Crystal McKinney Burmek.

Weldon Originals
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Weldon-Originals/200419599993313
The winner of a Cookie Monster Hat and Cocoon pattern set is Melissa Craig.

Repurposefuls
https://www.facebook.com/Repurposefuls?ref=ts
The winner of a repurposed newborn hat is Ang Alford.

Momma Crochets
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Momma-Crochets/303753836364508?ref=ts
The winner of a newborn aviator cap is Duchess Yetunde. Please specify to sponsor if you would like a larger size.

Cozy Baby Crochet
https://www.facebook.com/CozyBabyCrochet?ref=ts
The winner of a newborn upcycled hat is Jessica Goss.

Cassie's Crochet
https://www.facebook.com/CassiesCrochet
The winner of a finished newborn cow hat and cape is Heather Graham. Pattern by Ashley Designs. Winner pays for shipping.

Hugs and Kisses Crochet
https://www.facebook.com/HugsAndKissesCrochet
The winner of two Camera Lens Surround crochet patterns is Celee Childs.

My Sweet Somethings-Custom Crochet
https://www.facebook.com/MySweetSomethings
The winner of a custom elf hat in your choose of colors and size is Susan Turano.

2000 Fan Appreciation Giveaway

The Giveaway is Now Closed

Thanks for being a fan of Thistles and Tulips Crochet and helping us reach 2,000! We couldn't have done it without each and every one of you! To show our appreciation, we've brought together several awesome vendors with some equally incredible prizes to start the celebration!

Dates: The giveaway will start on June 15, 2012 and end June 23, 2012.

Prizes: Each shop has donated an item, and each winner may only receive one prize to be fair. Winners will be chosen by random.org and must meet all requirements in order to recieve said prize. Winners are responsible for shipping costs both in the US and international. Please contact vendor to clarify charges for international shipping.

To enter this giveaway:

1.  You must first "like" our Facebook page and tell us one thing you love about Thistles and Tulips Crochet! www.facebook.com/thistlesandtulipscrochet

2. Follow the link for each vendors' Facebook page and "like" them. Don't forget to say we sent you!
See our album with a list of vendors here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.398123830224934.81440.174706939233292&type=3

3. Share, share, share!

For bonus entries:

Come back daily and say "Happy 2,000 Fans."

2000K Giveaway Coming Soon

I'm very excited to tell you as soon as I reach 2000 fans on my Facebook fanpage, I will be having a giveaway from several wonderful vendors right here on my blog. And I only need about 150 more fans to make this giveaway possible.
I will announce the date of the giveaway soon! I'm still thinking about what I will be offering for the giveaway, and I'm open to ideas. So, if you have an idea for a giveaway from my shop whether it's a made item or a pattern, let me know! Ta ta for now!

TTC's Kufi Cap

HERE IS THE FREE PATTERN I PROMISED! ENJOY!

Kufi Cap

Copyright 2011 Carmen Statham, all rights reserved. You may print a copy of this pattern for your own personal use. Absolutely no part of this pattern may be copied or redistributed; this includes, but is not limited to text, images, and diagrams.

You have permission to sell finished items. Please include a mention of Thistles and Tulips Crochet as well as a link to my Etsy shop, www.thistlesandtulips.etsy.com, with any listings on Facebook, Etsy, or elsewhere.

Materials

50 g of Sublime Cashmere Merino Silk DK

G/6 hook

Tapestry needle

Toddler

10 sc in a magic circle, sl st to join (10)

Round 1: *1 sc in the next st, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (15)

Rnd 2: *1 sc in the next 2 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (20)

Rnd 3: *1 sc in the next 3 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (25)

Rnd 4: *1 sc in the next 4 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (30)

Rnd 5: *1 sc in the next 5 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (35)

Rnd 6: *1 sc in the next 6 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (40)

Row 7: *1 sc in the next 7 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (45)

Rnd 8: *1 sc in the next 8 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (50)

Rnd 9: *1 sc in the next 9 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (55)

Rnd 10: *1 sc in the next 10 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (60)

Rnd 11: *1 sc in the next 11 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (65)

Rnd 12: *1 sc in the next 12 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (70)

Rnd 13-17: 1 sc in each sc around (70)

Rnd 18: Ch 3, 4 dc in same space (counts as 5 dc), *skip 4 ch, 5 dc in ch 5*, repeat from * to *, sl st in the top of ch-3 from previous row (70)

Rnd 19-20: Sl st in next dc, 5 dc in next dc, 5 dc in the middle of the next dc group, repeat 5 dc group until end, sl st to join.

Rnd 21-25: 1 sc in each of the dc sts across, sl st to join. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Preteens

10 sc in a magic circle, sl st to join (10)

Round 1: *1 sc in the next st, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (15)

Rnd 2: *1 sc in the next 2 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (20)

Rnd 3: *1 sc in the next 3 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (25)

Rnd 4: *1 sc in the next 4 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (30)

Rnd 5: *1 sc in the next 5 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (35)

Rnd 6: *1 sc in the next 6 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (40)

Row 7: *1 sc in the next 7 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (45)

Rnd 8: *1 sc in the next 8 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (50)

Rnd 9: *1 sc in the next 9 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (55)

Rnd 10: *1 sc in the next 10 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (60)

Rnd 11: *1 sc in the next 11 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (65)

Rnd 12: *1 sc in the next 12 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (70)

Rnd 13: *1 sc in the next 13 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (75)

Rnd 14: *1 sc in the next 14 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (80)

Rnd 15-20: 1 sc in each st around (80)

Rnd 21: Ch 3, 4 dc in same space (counts as 5 dc), *skip 4 ch, 5 dc in ch 5*, repeat from * to *, sl st in the top of ch-3 from previous row (80)

Rnd 22-23: Sl st in next dc, 5 dc in next dc, 5 dc in the middle of the next dc group, repeat 5 dc group until end, sl st to join. (80)

Rnd 24-28: 1 sc in each of the dc sts across, sl st to join. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Teen to Adults

10 sc in a magic circle, sl st to join (10)

Round 1: *1 sc in the next st, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (15)

Rnd 2: *1 sc in the next 2 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (20)

Rnd 3: *1 sc in the next 3 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (25)

Rnd 4: *1 sc in the next 4 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (30)

Rnd 5: *1 sc in the next 5 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (35)

Rnd 6: *1 sc in the next 6 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (40)

Row 7: *1 sc in the next 7 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (45)

Rnd 8: *1 sc in the next 8 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (50)

Rnd 9: *1 sc in the next 9 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (55)

Rnd 10: *1 sc in the next 10 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (60)

Rnd 11: *1 sc in the next 11 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (65)

Rnd 12: *1 sc in the next 12 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (70)

Rnd 13: *1 sc in the next 13 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (75)

Rnd 14: *1 sc in the next 14 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (80)

Rnd 15: *1 sc in the next 15 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (85)

Rnd 16: *1 sc in the next 16 sts, 2 sc in following st*, repeat from * to * (90)

Rnd 17-21: 1 sc in each st around (90)

Rnd 22: Ch 3, 4 dc in same space (counts as 5 dc), *skip 4 ch, 5 dc in ch 5*, repeat from * to *, sl st in the top of ch-3 from previous row (90)

Rnd 23-24: Sl st in next dc, 5 dc in next dc, 5 dc in the middle of the next dc group, repeat 5 dc group until end, sl st to join. (90)

Rnd 25-30: 1 sc in each of the dc sts across, sl st to join. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Lil' Elf Slippers

I've been crocheting like crazy in preparation for our newest addition to the family, and I had to make these adorable elf/gnome slippers for my 2 year old since I've been meaning to make her something special for ages (I don't want her to feel left out). She loves them and really and truly would not take them off. These sweet slippers would be absolutely fabulous with poms or bells or even flowers adorning the front of each.
I highly recommend you use Wendy Mode Chunky if you are going to make these because the yarn is so snuggly warm.

These adorable Lil' Elf Slippers are available for purchase in sizes 3-6 months up to 12 years. You can purchase the pattern here: http://www.etsy.com/listing/82501912/pdf-pattern-lil-elf-slippers-sizes-3-6?ref=pr_shop
You will receive the pattern as a PDF within 24 hours of purchase. Please make sure you have Adobe Reader installed on your computer before buying. You can find it for free by searching on Google.


Up next is a free kufi cap pattern!

Pretty Petite Fingerless Mittens

I am now offering this lovely mittens pattern for free! but only for a limited time! You can make these fingerless mittens with or without the ribbon or dress it up with beads and crochet flowers. The possibilities are endless. They are so elegant and fashionable in sizes medium and large. This pattern is so easy to customize, I can't tell you the ideas running through my head right now!

Head on over to my Facebook fanpage: Thistles and Tulips Crochet with this link http://www.facebook.com/pages/Thistles-and-Tulips-Crochet/174706939233292#!/pages/Thistles-and-Tulips-Crochet/174706939233292?sk=app_4949752878 and you should head straight for the available pattern. Please, if you sell the finished item, give credit where credit is due. I look forward to seeing your pair of fingerless mittens if you are willing to share. :)

Shout Out!

I'm so proud of myself! I received a beautiful skein of yarn from Matney of YoSpun on Etsy.com and whipped up this gorgeous pair of fingerless mittens in an evening. I have to recommend YoSpun to anyone who has never tried handspun yarn simply because it was everything she said it was and more. I will certainly be heading back to her shop for more deliciously whorled yarns. Come back soon because I will be offering this wonderful pattern for free!