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Pattern Update and Thank You!!

Posted by Micah on October 20, 2011

Lately I have been working on an update to my Worsted Weight Triceratops Hat Pattern. As it was written, I felt the face flap for the 6-12 month size was a little too small, and the face flap for the toddler size was a little too big. The pattern is now updated with instructions for a face flap that will accommodate these hat sizes.

I just finished emailing the revised version to everyone who has purchased it and all I can say is WOW and THANK YOU!! I don’t say it enough, but I reallyÂ do appreciate all of your support. I started selling my patterns to help support my family financially and it would not be possible without all of you. It means the world to me!

If you have purchased the Worsted Weight Triceratops Pattern and have not received the updated version, please email your receipt to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

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Personalized Labels

Posted by Micah on October 19, 2011 7 Comments

I saw this idea a few weeks ago on Martha Stewart and knew I wanted to try it. My boys need to have their names inside of their coats for preschool, but I hate writing it in marker because it looks terrible when I do that. Plus I don’t want my younger son to always have his brother’s name in his coat (although he is growing so fast I think the hand-me-downs are going to start going in the opposite direction soon).

With this idea, you get a nice looking name label that you can just cut out of a garment when you want to pass it on or donate it. This is a really nice touch for handmade items too. After you spend so much time and put so much love into your handmade items, it would be a shame if they got lost or misplaced. I hope you will find this tip useful!

Supplies

Alphabet Stamps (clear stamps may be easier to use than what I have pictured)
Tulip Soft Fabric Paint
Cosmetic Sponge (or similar craft sponge)
Twill tape wider than the height of you alphabet stamp letters
Scissors

Instructions

Step 1: Cut a length of twill tape long enough to stamp your name, plus a little extra to turn under and sew. Press the twill tape smooth with an iron if necessary.

Step 2: Select the letters you need. The paint dries quickly so you will want to have your letters ready to go before making your stamp pad.

Step 3: Squeeze a little paint into the center of your sponge.

Step 4: Squish the paint into the sponge.

Step 5: Now you have a fabric ink stamp pad.

Step 6: Blot your stamp into the ink pad.

Step 7: Stamp your letter on the twill tape. Like I said, this may be easier with clear stamps so that you can see exactly where you are stamping. I still need a little more practice keeping mine straight.

Step 8: Repeat steps 6 and 7 for the rest of your letters.

Step 9: Allow the paint to dry. Then make sure you heat set the paint, following the instructions on your paint container.

Step 10: Fold the ends of the twill tape under and stitch down both cut sides. If you are sewing this in a hat, I would place the tag in the back and up high enough that it won’t rub on any little necks.

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Pattern Play: Penguins

Posted by Micah on October 12, 2011

A couple months ago, I decided to do something a little different with my penguin bomber hat pattern – I made it in blue!

Having two boys I figured a blue hat would match a lot of their clothes, and a blue penguin hat would match a lot of their clothes AND be lots of fun. I thought I was being clever and creative until I just found out the other day…..blue penguins actually exist!!

By Fir0002 (Own work) [GFDL 1.2], via Wikimedia Commons

I guess it is true that you learn something new every day. I’ll have to go with a funkier color to truly be unique. What do you think – pink? purple? variegated?? What color would you make for a fun and special penguin hat?

Thanks for stopping by!

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Hard Hat Helmet Pattern Winners Announced

Posted by Micah on September 25, 2011

Thank you everyone for entering to win my latest pattern, the Hard Hat Helmet! I really appreciate you taking the time to comment on my silly questions and share the contest. If you didn’t win, don’t forget that this pattern will be 30% off through September 27th in the pattern store.

And the winners are….

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New Pattern Release and Giveaway: Hard Hat Helmet – CLOSED

Posted by Micah on September 21, 2011

It is finally ready!! Another fun crochet version of a real hat – a hard hat helmet.Â My kids have been having so much fun with their firefighter helmets that I just had to add another “dress-up” hat to their collection.

To celebrate the new release, the Hard Hat Helmet Pattern will be 30% off through September 27th, 2011, no promo code needed. In addition to the savings, three lucky winners will get this pattern free!

HOW TO ENTER:

There will be four chances to win this pattern! Leave a separate comment on this blog post below for each entry to get your four chances:

“Bob the Builder” vs “Handy Manny” – Who is your favorite?
LikeÂ Micah MakesÂ on Facebook (just post “AAF” in the comment section if you are already a fan).
Share a link to this blog post on your Facebook page or blog; be sure to tag Micah Makes on FB or link to your blog.
Subscribe to myÂ monthly newsletterÂ (again,you can post if you are already signed up too).

Three winners will be chosen at random at midnight PST on Saturday, September 24th, and will be announced Sunday morning. Good luck and thanks for stopping by!

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Hard Hat Helmet Pattern

Posted by Micah on September 21, 2011

$5.95 USD

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Here is another fun crochet version of a real hat. This hard hat helmet is great for playing “dress-up” or for a costume, but could also be a great everyday hat for all of those construction enthusiasts out there. My boys love to pretend they are “Bob the Builder” and “Handy Manny,” running around in their hats with all of their toy tools. This hat is made with two strands of worsted weight yarn and contains five sizes.

Pattern Sizes

0-6 Months
6-12 Months
Toddler (1-2 years)
Child (3-8 years)
Teen/Adult (9 & up)

Difficulty Rating

Pattern is rated easy.

Recommended Supplies

#4 Worsted weight yarn, 2 strands held together throughout entire hat (I made samples in both I Love This Yarn from Hobby Lobby and Vannaâ€™s Choice), approximately 110 (145, 170, 195, 220) yards
US K Hook (6.50mm)
Stitch Marker
Yarn needle for sewing in yarn ends

Licensing

You are welcome to sell products produced from this pattern, but I do ask that you credit me as the pattern designer as follows:

Pattern by Micah Makes
www.micahmakes.com

Hat Pictures

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Speckled Frog Crochet Pattern Giveaway – CLOSED

Posted by Micah on September 14, 2011

Cyprianne from Speckled Frog Crochet is having a big giveaway and I am so honored to be one of the hosts!

I know firsthand how much work goes into designing patterns and I can promise you Cyprianne’s will not disappoint. I was able to take advantage of one of her pattern deals last month and have been having fun making some new creations. What do you think of the sock monkey?

Cyprianne’s patterns are easy-to-follow, contain lots of pictures, and she offers complete support if you have any questions along the way. I am thrilled with the items I have been making from her patterns…and I think someone else is too!

HOW TO ENTER:

Here is your chance to win one free Speckled Frog Crochet Pattern. You must complete all the steps and leave only one comment below.

“Like” Speckled Frog on Facebook. Go ahead and tell her I sent you and say thanks.
“Like” Micah Makes on Facebook.
Go to Speckled Frog’s Etsy shop and browse her patterns. Then come back here and leave the name of your favorite in the comments (you will not be held to this selection if you win).

I will draw one winner at 7pm EST on Tuesday, September 20th. Good luck to everyone and thanks for stopping by!

And the winner is….

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Pattern Testing: Construction Hard Hat

Posted by Micah on September 10, 2011

I have decided to try something a little different this time around for testing my latest pattern. I am still fairly new to this and am still working on finding the best way to do things. I want to thank each and every one of you for your support and for sticking with me while I figure it all out!

It is really important to me that my patterns are clear and easy-to-follow with no mistakes. I have had some really great testers who have put a lot of effort and attention to detail into the testing process. I always appreciate their efforts to help me produce the best patterns possible – I love you guys!

I know there are lots of people who would like to test and I want to give everyone the opportunity. I will be choosing testers at random from the comments below on Monday, Septemper 12th at noon EST. All testers will need to return pictures and notes/corrections by email to me by 7pm EST on Thursday, September 15th. Pictures will only be for me to see how your projects turned out and how it fits; pictures will not be shared in any way. If you cannot complete the project in the time allotted, please do not sign up. There will be more opportunities in the future to test and win free patterns.

Testers who return their pictures and notes in the given time frame will receive a free copy of the final pattern they tested, as well as a coupon code for 50% off any current or future pattern of their choice. If I do not hear back from you, you will be ineligible to test in the future.

If you are interested in testing, please leave one comment below indicating your preference of sizes to test. You are welcome to list as many sizes as you are able to have “modeled” for the picture you send to me (again, I will not post or share your pictures!). I will choose two testers for each size, so please be sure to list your size preferences in order starting with your first choice all in one comment.

Pattern Sizes

0-6 Months
6-12 Months
Toddler (1-2 years)
Child (3-8 years)
Teen/Adult (9 & up)

Thank you so much for your time and willingness to help!

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New Pattern Release and Giveaway: Houndstooth Accessories – CLOSED

Posted by Micah on August 30, 2011

I am so excited to announce the release of my latest crochet pattern, Houndstooth Accessories. Whether woven, printed or crocheted, I absolutely love houndstooth fabrics. I can’t wait to make this cowl and gloves set in countless color combinations for the upcoming fall and winter seasons! These would also make great holiday gifts.

To celebrate the new release, the Houndstooth Accessories Pattern will be 30% off through September 6th, 2011, no promo code needed (this deal cannot be combined with any “Buy More and Save” promo codes). In addition to the savings, three lucky winners will get this pattern free!

HOW TO ENTER:

There will be three chances to win this pattern! Leave a separate comment on this blog post below for each entry to get your three chances:

LikeÂ Micah MakesÂ on Facebook (just post “AAF” in the comment section if you are already a fan).
Share a link to this blog post on your Facebook page or blog.
Subscribe to myÂ monthly newsletterÂ (again,you can post if you are already signed up too).

Three winners will be chosen at random at midnight PST on Thursday, September 1st, and will be announced Friday morning. Good luck and thanks for stopping by!