Blessed

I've been so blessed...(and as a result a little stressed)...but so thankful to have had so many sales during the last month! Here's a peek at a few of my most popular items...

Mint Green Fingerless Mittens

Christmas Wine Bottle Toppers

Infinity Scarf Crochet Pattern

Baby Elf Hat

If you'd like to see more of what is still available, click here to visit my shop: Sunshine Makings

Remember to use coupon code: SSBLOG for a 10% discount.

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Black Friday Sale - Cyber Monday Sale

BLACK FRIDAY - CYBER MONDAY SALE

15% off everything in our shop and prices are already marked down for easy shopping! 

No coupon codes necessary!

Visit Sunshine Makings to get your bargains!

Baby Hat Free Crochet Pattern

**Click here to access the Free Baby Hat Crochet Pattern**

I am excited to share another free pattern! It's been long enough, right? It's a free crochet pattern for a baby hat. The crocheted baby hat pattern is a basic and easy design. It is for a 3-6 month old baby. What's great about it is that it can be embellished in so many ways...add a flower, butterfly, initials, owl eyes, or bear ears like I'm planning on adding to this one! 

The free baby hat crochet pattern will work up very quickly for experienced crocheters. It is also a perfect pattern for beginners who might want to crochet more than a square or rectangle and venture on to crocheting in rounds. If you make one, I'd love to know it...and see pictures! :)

**Click here to access the Free Baby Hat Crochet Pattern**

Enjoy!

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I'm linking up to these fabulous parties!

Mint Green & Grey Fingerless Gloves

Today, I am happy to show two different styles of crocheted fingerless gloves - one that I made and one from my mom.

These mint green fingerless gloves are made from acrylic/wool blend yarn and are long enough to cover most of your fingers.

I love the color because it's nice to see a bright color during the 100 days of darkness, which is our name for the shorter winter days.

 These cute grey fingerless mittens aren't as bright, but you can't go wrong with grey.

These fingerless mittens are an easy pair to wear and look adorable on anyone. I mean this when I say it because I saw more than a few ladies try them on at two craft fairs I sold at recently (more to come on that). They were my biggest seller!

You can find both of these styles and colors in our Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings.

Remember to use coupon code: SSBLOG for a 10% discount.

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Trying to Reach 100

I just noticed that I'm almost to 100 fans on my facebook page!! 

Since it is so close and I'd really like to see that nice looking number on my page, I'm going to offer a surprise to my 100th fan! :) Will it be you??

If you want to like my facebook page, click here!


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Organic Cotton Cowl

Here is a new creation crocheted from one of my favorite yarns by Lion Brand - Nature's Choice Organic Cotton. It is a super soft Organic Cotton Cowl. I can't claim credit for this gorgeous cowl, though, because it was made by my mom (jerryandkay).

I've use the same organic cotton for a variety of crochet projects, including a mug cozy (free pattern here), coffee cup sleeve, and baby blanket for my sister who's little boy is just one week old. :) 

My favorites are the baby blanket and cowl.

If you want a cowl of your own, you can find them in our Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings. They can be made in three colors: blue, pink, or green.

Remember to use coupon code: SSBLOG for a 10% discount.

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Etsy Treasury: Gifts Under $15

Gifts Under $15 by SunshineMakings

I made this treasury for the Homespun Society Holiday Blitz. If you are looking for more handmade gifts at great prices, I'd love for you to visit my shop, Sunshine Makings, and please use the coupon code SSBLOG to receive a 10% discount on any purchase.

Vintage White Beaded Necklac... CocoAndBear $10	Lavender Sachet, Teal Sachet... PillowsEtceter... $14	Cream & Beige Fleck Aran Arm... LittleButtonsA... $15	Chunky Natural Wood Beaded M... theglassbird $15
Gift For Her Under 15 - Hand... karmaistanbul $15	Chain dangle earrings, bohem... AJBcreations $12	Reusable Coffee Sleeve Coff... handjstarcreat... $6.5	Vintage Scarf Colorful trian... superqueeniere... $15
Handmade Soap, soap gift set... TheLittleRagam... $10.5	SALE: Vintage Tan Leather Cr... whimsicalyouth $9	Gray and White Circles Fabri... CreatingWithSt... $6.49	Kitchen Decor Vintage Hankie... GreenbriarCrea... $9.95
Set of Ombre Coasters and T... Karakoncolos $15	Homemade Caramels - Salted C... SadiSweetShop $9.25	Sea Anemone Crochet Vessel,... beadedwire $12	Turquoise bird pewter chain ... TheRottenRoost... $14

Simple Cowl Crochet Pattern

About a week ago, I showed my Wednesday WIP and today it is finished. I now have a pattern for a crocheted cowl written and available to you! It is a great cowl pattern for beginners and will make a quick crochet project for experienced crocheters. 

You can find the cowl crochet pattern and finished crochet cowls (for those of you that want one, but don't want to make one) in my Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings, along with a few other new additions.

Some quick details:

The simple crochet cowl is made with chunky/bulky yarn.

It is easy enough for beginners and will work up very quickly for experienced crocheters.

I hope you like it and would love to hear any feedback from you if you decide to make one.

If you prefer patterns that are free, click here to find some in my collection of free patterns.

If you do decide to visit Sunshine Makings and purchase anything, please use this coupon code to receive a 10% discount: SSBLOG

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CIJ Member Feature

I'm thrilled to be featured today on the Etsy Christmas in July blog! Hop on over and take a look to learn more about our shop, Sunshine Makings. Every Monday there is a different shop featured, so it's a great way to discover more creative and talented artists who sell on Etsy. There are also some other great things happening at Etsy Christmas in July...not just in July but all year long!

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Wednesday WIP 4

Hi! I'm working on a new cowl crochet pattern...hope to finish and have it available soon!

If you like to crochet and like things that are free, please take a look at my collection of free crochet patterns.

Or, if you don't crochet, but love the look you can find all kinds of crochet goodies in my Etsy shop. I've also got a lovely infinity scarf pattern for sale there.

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Wine Bottle Toppers

I've been getting ready for Christmas since July! My mom and I made these adorable hat and scarf wine bottle toppers when I was visiting over the summer.

I love how they dress up the bottles and think they are just perfect for a hostess gift. They are now available in our Etsy shop!

And, of course, these bottle toppers aren't just limited to wine bottles. They will easily fit a variety of bottle tops, including sparkling cider, any similarly shaped bottle...even a beer bottle!

We've got four matching set options as you see here.

Happy Holidays...they're just around the corner!

If you do decide to stop by our Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings, please enjoy 10% off your purchase with this coupon code: SSBLOG

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I'm Back...with some Madeline Pattern Info

I know I've been missing for a while...a long while...and here's why. I've decided to take a small step back from blogging. As life continues, the children grow up, and as I'm sure you all know there comes time and time again a moment to evaluate and prioritize a new stage of life. In doing this, I've decided to put blogging a bit lower on my list of priorities. However, please do not think this means that I'm disappearing completely! I'm still creating and will therefore still be sharing on my blog. My posts will probably be shorter and less frequent. My current creations of the moment it are mostly for my Etsy shop and upcoming craft fairs, which I am really excited about and will be sharing about soon!  For now, here is a quick catch up on promised information about the Madeline outfit I made for Sew Many Books...

Madeline Jacket: Butterick B5809

Madeline Dress: Butterick B5876

Have a wonderful week!

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Sew Many Books: Madeline's Rescue

I'm super excited to be participating in the Nap-Time Creations Sew Many Books sewing series. Head on over and check out my full post inspired by Madeline, one of my daughter's favorite book characters.

You'll see more of the clothes and get to enjoy our condensed version of Madeline's Rescue.

And if you want to see even more pictures and learn details of my daughter's new favorite outfit, come back here in a couple days when I'll be sharing our recent trip to Paris where we visited some of the actual sites from the books...a wonderful way to explore Paris with my kids!

Here's who is joining in the fun this month:

Nap-TimeCreations - Buzzmills - All This For Them - Wild Wandering - Cocoa Pie Creations 
Sunny Stitching - Bless by Tone - Coles Corner and Creations - Nap Time Crafters
Threading my Way - Welcome to the Mouse House - Sewing like Mad - Sews N Bows
Simple Simon and Co- iCandy Handmade

Be sure to stop by Nap-Time Creations on these days for some great giveaways
August 6th- $50 to fabric.com & free Personalized kids book from iseeme.com
August 13th- Pattern Pack from Peek-a-Boo Patterns 
August 20th- Pattern Pack from Coles Corner and Creations & A Remnant Surprise Book
if you are interested in sponsoring a giveaway or participating in NEXT years Sew Many Books series e-mail Emily at nap-timecreations{at}hotmail{dot}com