Kickoff to Summer: HK June Giveaway!

It's almost summer...so that calls for a blog giveaway!
What is better than the *complete* rag bag kit!
value $35.00

r a g - b a g - k i t
pattern/fabric/ribbons/handles

♦p a t t e r n
-picture/s
-materials and procedure
-instructions/suggestions from alternative options
-this is a pattern listing; it does not teach you how to knit
-complete instructions on how to prepare fabric for knitting or crocheting is included

♦f a b r i c - k i t
(your rag bag kit will include red bandana print fabric strips and coordinating ribbons and handles)
-bag of strips of fabric
-ribbons
-handles

♦k n i t t y – g r i t t y
Version (s): knit or crochet, buyer specifies
Needles: Large (anywhere from size US 17 to US 35
Difficulty: easy

♦h i n t & t i p - guide
A 13 page pdf file which includes some of the following:
-finishing techniques
-selecting purse handles
-selecting fabrics for rag bags
-how to make a simple purse liner
-tips on felting wool
…and much, much more!

♦pdf files are digital delivery files
Once payment is received, I will email the pdf files directly to your email address!

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How to enter, you ask? Here's how!

Visit my new online shop, heatherknitz and do the following 2 things:

1. Choose your favorite item in my shop and report it here in the comments thread!
2. You be the designer...look through my current listings and make me at least ONE SUGGESTION on what I should add to my line of products:)

You can also be entered additional ways:

• To receive a second entry in the drawing, leave a second comment sharing what type of tutorial I have that is your favorite or suggest a new one!
• To be entered a third time, post this giveaway on your blog or homepage, and/or link back to it-- *please* be sure to mention this in your comment.
• To receive a fourth entry Tweet about the Giveaway on Twitter (and Tweet us that you did or tell us you did in another comment)
  
• For a fifth entry mention this on your Facebook page
• For a sixth entry *follow this blog*

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*Anyone in the U.S. 18 years of age or older can join!
*The winner will receive the EXACT complete RAG BAG KIT seen above via US mail!
*ONE winner will be selected using random.org!

*Do all of this by Monday, June 22nd, 2009!
Contest ends at 11:59 e.s.t on the 22nd!
Good Luck,
Heather

heatherknitz news & mailing list!

Heather Knitz News

May 2009The Knitty Gritty... Welcome to heatherknitz! ♥Unique rag bags and rag bag kits♥Sassy hair and jewelry accessories♥Funky art and crafting supplies♥DIY patterns and tutorials I have been busy setting up and updating my other online shops on HK on Dawanda HK on 1000 Markets HK on Artfire I have also been working behind the scenes on 10 new rag patterns including a belt, eco market bag, scarf and jewelry! Those will begin to be available over the next month or so! *Coming Soon* Kickoff to Summer Rag Bag Purse Kit Giveaway! That's right, I'm having a giveaway on my pattern blog that will include a rag bag pattern and red bandana print fabric kit with coordinating ribbons and handles!Hk Pattern Blog What's New? I have been playing around with my button id badges. I have to admit they are SO FUN to make...I love mixing the colors and patterns! I just made 50 new styles using some new fabrics I just received from Lakehouse! One of my favorites are the hydrangea leaves and the cupcakes (of course:). The "knitty" gritty... -The reel comes with a clip on back and badge snap on id holder -Retractable cord extends approximately 24" -These are great to clip onto your pocket, purse or lanyard New Id Badges But, if you are a DIY-er, I also made the tutorial on how to make them! DIY ID badge tutorial Are you on Ravelry? Join the Fabric Knitting and Crochet Group This is a general discussion group as well as CAL/KAL group for anyone interested in knitting and crocheting with fabric strips instead of traditional yarn. Anyone can join our group to eavesdrop or to participate in our monthly/bi monthly challenges! Fabric Knitting & Crochet Knitty Fun Fact... Most historians agree that knitting originated with male Arabian sailors and was basically a male-only craft until fairly recently in it's history. In many non-western cultures knitting has remained prominent amongst men and is now considered a unisex hobby. Hot Links Fabric Knitting & Crochet Hk Pattern Blog All Things Cupcake Hk Wholesale Catalog Kickoff to Summer SALE! heatherknitz.com May 17-25, 2009 20% off everything~no minimum order required Heatherknitz po box 3311 cincinnati, oh 45227

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heatherknitz Kickoff to Summer Sale!

♥Unique rag bags and rag bag kits♥Sassy hair and jewelry accessories
♥Funky art and crafting supplies♥DIY patterns and tutorials

Use this coupon code at your checkout to receive 20% off: SummerKickoff

Tool of the Week! Fancy Edges with your Rotary Cutter!

Just a few weeks ago, I got the new Martha Stewart ergonomically correct rotary cutter! I've been using it to cut down a ton of fabric for my rag crafts! In addition to the cutter, I bought the scallop fancy edge as well!

Our versatile rotary cutting tool is perfect for making precise, sharp cuts and shapes in paper, vinyl, poster board, foam, felt, and more. Both the soft-grip handle and removable blade shuttle are ergonomically designed for comfortable use by both left- and right-handed crafters. This tool securely locks into the guide rail of our wide craft rulers. Look for Martha Stewart Crafts replacement straight-cut blade shuttles, as well as three interchangeable blade shuttles that create deckled, scalloped, and rickrack cuts.

• Blade guard automatically retracts when cutting
• Snap-on blade shuttle can be used with or without the handle
• Ergonomic soft-grip handle
• Designed to work with our wide craft rulers and self-healing cutting mats

The Deckle Rotary Cutter BladeThe Pinking Rotary Cutter Blade
The Scallop Rotary Cutter Blade
The Rickrack rotary cutter blade

I've contributed 2 free patterns on ravelry now!

Enjoy!

Knit and Felt Heart Strings free pattern

Knit and Felt Ruffled Flower free pattern

New on Ravelry: Fabric Knitting and Crochet!

I'm thrilled to announce I just started my first Ravelry group, Fabric Knitting and Crochet! Come, check it out!

heather knitz designs: BLOG GIVEAWAY: DIY Rag Bag Purse Kit!

To have a chance to win, click on the link below to check out the details! Giveaway ends this Sunday! Good Luck!

heather knitz designs: BLOG GIVEAWAY: DIY Rag Bag Purse Kit!

Alternative Yarns: Knitting with Fabric

Many of you know, I love to use unconventional materials to knit and crochet with. These are some of my recent color combinations that I have put together to use. These groupings come with 20 individual strips of fabric. Each strip of fabric is 8 yards in length, making a total of 160 yards per bundle. Each bundle retails for $15.00 for 160 yards.

My fabric yarn strips are available at heatherknitz.com, on etsy and in my lollishops store!