GIVEAWAY – Crocheting For Dummies & Polka Dot Posh Crochet Patterns (CLOSED)

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The winner is #69, Sharleen. She said, “I am more used to knitting but I have 2 grand kids graduating soon and want to crochet afghans for them. This book would be helpful. I enjoy your video references which can be accessed directly in Goggle reader.”

Send an email with your address to kelsey[at]vanillajoy[dot]com BEFORE WEDNESDAY to claim your prize. Thanks!

THE PRIZE

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One reader will win the following prizes:


MY REVIEW

Crocheting  For Dummies

crocheting for dummiesI’m really not a person who can learn how to do something from reading a book. However, I love For Dummies books because they have a wide range of information for people of all levels. While I don’t think I could have learned how to crochet solely from reading this book, it’s a great reference book. I have looked up several times new skills like how to join new yarn in the middle of a row (page 111) and decreasing and increasing basics.

I read the first few chapters straight through and it really helped me understand all about yarn, gauge, tension, tools, and patterns. Plus there are many beginner patterns with lots of explanation to give you practice with all of your new knowledge.

When I need some help, I turn to You Tube and For Dummies. In the last few months, I’ve checked out For Dummies books from our library on a variety of topics including Plumbing, Cast Iron Cooking, and more. I love how the books are organized and how I don’t feel like a Dummy when I’m finished reading!

Oliver and Ivy

oliver and ivy hats

This crocheted hat pattern is one of the many ADORABLE patterns from one of my favorite Etsy shops, Polka Dot Posh. Cassie Ence is the creator of these patterns that are great for beginners and experienced crochet queens alike.

I love how Cassi wrote this pattern to use two strands of Vanna’s Choice yarn to get a very chunky two-tone look and then make a fuzzy border that is just soooo cute!

And Cassi is available and willing to help at any time. I had a few questions, emailed her, and received a very helpful and timely response.

button loafer booties crochet pattern

I also got to try out the crocheted bootie pattern, and they were easy and quick (as long as you count your stitches and keep track of where you are!). I love how these little booties look just like shoes and I’ll be giving them away as baby gifts this year. (They also make great photography props…) This pattern also uses Vanna’s Choice yarn which makes a very soft and comfy bootie.

Besides the booties and hat patterns she’s giving away, she also has patterns for a precious newborn teddy bear hat, hanging stork cocoon, visor beanie, diaper cover, and earwarmer/headwrap. Her patterns are easy to follow and your finished product will be beautiful!

GIVEAWAY RULES

  • Make a comment on this post before midnight Friday, April 23.
  • A winner will be selected and announced at the top of this post on Saturday.
  • Only one comment per person unless you earn extra entries.
  • Giveaway open only to residents of the continental United States…sorry.
  • Winners must email me to claim their prize within 5 days.

EARN EXTRA ENTRIES

You may earn 1 extra entry each for doing the following (make a separate comment for each thing you do):

You may also earn up to 25 entries by blogging about this contest and including certain links – click here to read more about earning these entries.

GOOD LUCK and THANKS!

{These products were provided to Vanilla Joy for review purposes.}

89 thoughts on “GIVEAWAY – Crocheting For Dummies & Polka Dot Posh Crochet Patterns (CLOSED)”

  1. Thanks for a chance at this giveaway. I would love to learn how to do this and I for sure did to start with the dummy version.

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  15. Now why didn’t I think to look for this book to help me learn crocheting? Would love to win and the patterns are adorable. Thanks for a chance to win!

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  41. Okay, I should really get on this bandwagon – SIGN me up! I’d really like to learn. Maybe by the time I figure it out I’ll finally have a girl :P

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  52. I want to expand my horizons with learning to knit and crochete. My grandma taught me as a child but I haven’t tried it since I was 8!

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  58. I love the baby bootie pattern. It looks like a good starter project….meaning something that can be started and completed in a reasonable amount of time, and that won’t be overwhelming. I also really do love the hats…..espcially the baby one. I can’t wait to have some time on my hands to get started!!

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  59. ooo I love this book! this looks amazing! I would love to win. I’ve crocheted hats and scarves before and I would love to learn how to crochet those adorable booties:)

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  68. I am more used to knitting but I have 2 grandkids graduating soon and want to crochet afghans for them. This book would be helpful. I enjoy your video references which can be accessed directly in Goggle reader.

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  86. What a great giveaway! Just spent last winter learning to knit, then decided this spring to try my hand at crocheting again. Thanks for the contest. I love those booties!

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