This is the first post in my North Star November series….a soul centered discussion about depression. Each day this month, I’ll be sharing a piece of my soul’s journey, along with a free pattern to thank you for taking part in such an important conversation! Keep reading Day 2 by clicking here. Life is filled
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I’m following my energy today and doing something I’ve never done before….I’m offering everybody on my newsletter list one free pattern from my Ravelry shop – with NO price limits! Normally I like to cap the price at $5, but a joyful energy is telling me to treat you all to something extra lovely this
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It’s becoming more and more apparent to me as I grow older (and maybe a pinch….maybe just a pinch???….wiser) that life truly is made of the little things. It’s the way my one year old Theo toddles over and rests his ear against my heart every morning with a big old grin on his dirty
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The air has been thick with the sweet scent of rain and everything has been feeling lighter here in Colorado. Spring seems to have finally sprung, and I am feeling SO good about it. We’ve been busy around our little farm attempting to hatch some more yellow perch (pretty sure we’re failing though…), prepping the
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With the Netherlee Mystery Make-A-Long right around the corner (can’t believe we start next week!) I’ve been busy, busy over here prepping all the final touches and pattern associated with that event (participants will be getting 8 patterns total!!) and I haven’t been posting here on the blog as much as I probably should. It
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Everything has been crazy busy around my house lately, and I haven’t been around quite as much as I’d like. I feel so lucky, though, that I not only get to do something I love, but work alongside my 3 kids to boot. So to start a week of giving thanks (keep an eye out
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I’ve always been a fan of long tail stocking caps….there’s just something so cozy and warm looking about them. Add a dash of elegance by pairing them with cables, and they don’t only look cozy, but cute. These are the perfect hats for the holiday season. My Cabled Sleep Cap Pattern includes sizes Newborn through
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Halloween is just around the corner! Like many of you, I’ve been over here stitching away in preparation for some fun handmade Halloween costumes. In fact, I’ve always loved making my kids’ costumes. It’s kind of a tradition that I get a little crazy on the knit/crochet front around this time of year. This year
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With the return of Fall comes the return of Football….and thus my cute little football set pattern becomes popular once again! It seems fitting to share this one with you as one of my Friday Freebies as I’ve really been in the Fall vibe lately. The air has just really become crisp here in Colorado,
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The Serenity Slouch has been a long time favorite of mine. It features a really pretty texture and a soft and subtle slouch making it an elegant accessory for girls and women. I’m excited to share this gorgeous pattern with you today for FREE. All I ask in return is that you help me spread
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As we get into the Fall groove, perhaps you’ll have time to pick up your hooks and needles this weekend. For this week’s Friday Freebie, I’m offering everyone a free pattern ($6 or less) from my Ravelry shop between now and 9/8 at 11:59pm (MST)! In Order to Get the Free Pattern: *This offer is
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This week, the Friday Freebie is featuring one of my most popular patterns, the knit Baby Mermaid Tail Blanket! This pattern includes 5 sizes from newborn through 1-3 years. If you’d like the child or adult sizes of this pattern in either knit or crochet, you can snag a great deal on them today too!
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The Friday Freebie is back this week with the Basic Worsted Beanie! We wanted to start the 2017-2018 yarn season with weekly freebies, and for the second week, we pulled it together. Check out Melody’s fun beanie pattern, in knit and crochet. If you enjoy getting clean, tested, professional patterns, please help us spread the
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With the return of fall comes the return of a beloved season for us….the yarn season! We’ve decided to celebrate by offering a little something fun throughout the fall.We’re always asking you to help us grow this little family business by sharing our work with your crafty friends. So we try to give you really
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I’m going to keep the explanation of why I’m giving you all a freebie this week pretty short and sweet….I REALLY needed a lift and encouragement in this business this week. You all were there for me. That means a lot! This is just one small way I can say thank you for that. I’m
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I’m celebrating the re-launch of my Ultimate Crafty Membership along with the upcoming Sun Struck Mystery Create-A-Long this week! We’ve been working extremely hard making a bunch of changes and upgrades to the Ultimate Crafty Membership for the last few weeks. I’m really excited to finally be able to share the new and improved program
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Throughout December, I’ve been doing a Crafty Countdown to Christmas using FB Live over on my FB Page. It’s been really fun to force myself out of my comfort zone a bit, commit to making it happen everyday, and to share a bunch of flash freebies with all of you! Thank you to everyone
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August is well underway now, and for all of us pattern designers, that means the busy season is just about to start. As the leaves start to yellow, it seems all of the knitters and crocheters begin to daydream about yarn, cozy fires, and big comfy sweaters. I know that’s just what I’ve been doing
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**This offer is now expired. If you’d like to know about future free pattern offers like this one, then be sure to sign up for the Melody’s Makings Newsletter!** Since my husband is a farmer, the summer has been absolutely crazy for our family so far. Trying to balance getting all of the plants
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*This sale has now ended. If you’d like to be notified when great deals like this one become available, please sign up for the Melody’s Makings Newsletter.* As you’re probably well aware, it’s hard to find great knit and crochet patterns for boys! Little girls just look so sweet dressed up in hand-made items,
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*This sale has ended. If you’d like to be notified of great deals like this one, make sure you’re signed up for the Melody’s Makings Newsletter.* The Princess Collection is filled with dainty, gorgeous designs that are truly perfect for any little princess. Each design was created with just one goal in mind….to adorn
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Now that the Wisteria Mysery Create-A-Long is all wrapped up, I have some big plans on the horizon for the next couple of months! I’m pretty darn excited (I always am when it comes to this type of stuff, hehe) and I hope you’ll share in the excitement with me! How about a chance to
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Happy Holidays everyone! This will most likely be my last post of 2015…I’m determined to spend a little time with my brain shut off of business and focused 100% on family. I’m a little worker bee at heart, though, so we’ll see if that actually happens 😉 2015 has been a wonderful and exciting year
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This sale has ended. To be notified of awesome deals like this one, make sure you’ve signed up for the Melody’s Makings’ Newsletter. I’m trying something new this month and doing one big release for all of my new patterns. Releasing them as a group means I won’t be bothering you as often about my
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