Monday, June 20, 2011

A Summer Crocheted Sunhat - Low Entry Giveaway Ending Soon

Living in hot hot Texas, we have lots of hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. So, it only makes sense for me to stock up for my daughter too! Along with hats for children and adults, Tess also offers crocheted newborn cocoons, scarves, dresses, and tops in her Etsy store, Trendymates.




Here is some info about Tess:
     "I fell in love with the art of crochet sitting at the foot of my grandmother over 37 years ago. At only 4 years of age, instead of joining my friends outside in play, or for a tea party, I'd sit, watch, and ultimately insist that she teach me. Watching her intricate stitches, as she made priceless items for my Trousseau, I was intrigued at how a piece of thin cotton could be turned into a beautiful piece of art. Using a size 1.5 metal hook, and cotton thread from Greece, I learned how to combine the classical stitches, twisting them and changing them around to create doilies for our home. Funny thing is, I never used a pattern or knew the names of the stitches I was making, nor did my grandmother. It was an art passed down from generation to generation. I found that I could take this archetypal art form and put a stylish new spin on it, combining the traditional appearance of crochet with looks that are usually only seen in knitting. I love the idea of my crochet taking me to levels of artistic expression I had never dreamed of finding in a doily. In fact, one of my goals is to ultimately publish a pattern book of my creations.
     I'd like to think that my style is simple, elegant, sleek, chic, and "classical with a twist". I prefer to use superior yarns and take time to search them out and import them from Australia, and Europe. When I can I prefer to use material that is sustainable or recycled. In addition to thoroughly enjoying creating items with yarn, I truly enjoy teaching the art of crochet as a volunteer in neighborhood schools where both students and parents can participate! Seeing their joy as they learn each stitch brings me back to the time I shared with my grandmother...I now know the joy she felt as well."



This hand-crocheted sunhat made by Tess is soft, yet airy. I asked Tess for a yellow one, since we already have a (surprise surprise) pink hat. I love the cute little flower and ribbon accents, and it fits my daughter perfectly:




Tess is offering a made-to-order crocheted cocoon as a giveaway. This is an awesome giveaway, since her cocoons retail for $50, and you can choose your own colors!

Mandatory Entry:
1) follow my blog
2) go to Tess's Etsy store "
Trendymates"and comment about your favorite item

Extra Entries:
1) like my fanpage "
AnnelynDesigns"
2) go to my etsy store "AnnelynDesigns" and comment about your favorite item
3) create a treasury including an item from "
Trendymates"
4) create a treasury including an item from "
AnnelynDesigns"
5) go to one of my sponsor's stores (buttons on the left hand column) and tell me your favorite item

I will choose a winner in Wednesday, June 29 via random.org.

66 comments:

Anonymous said...

I'm a google friend connect follower
Connie
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Anonymous said...

I love the Summer Toddler Garden Sun Hat--Toddler, child. That is adorable!
Connie
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Unknown said...

I am a new follower

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Unknown said...

Love the homespun glamour shell wrap:

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Unknown said...

I like Annelyn Designs on facebook

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Unknown said...

Annie-Clips "Blue Polka" - toy, pacifier, and mitten clips, name tag, keychain from your store...
love the colors :)

and my daughters name is Ana :))

Unknown said...

Love the damask wrappers from for the love of a cupcake...yummm

http://www.etsy.com/listing/75652647/creamy-damask-cupcake-wrappers-12

•´.¸¸.•¨¯`♥Kat F.♥´¯¨•.¸¸.´• said...

I follow you via GFC. I like the Summer Toddler Garden Jacket at the etsy shop.
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•´.¸¸.•¨¯`♥Kat F.♥´¯¨•.¸¸.´• said...

Perhaps my 2nd mandatory comment here should have said I like the Summer Toddler garden Jacket.
fastkat at gmail dot com

•´.¸¸.•¨¯`♥Kat F.♥´¯¨•.¸¸.´• said...

At your etsy shop I like the My First Apron - "Ladybug" child apron or artist smock with flower and butterfly appliques.
fastkat at gmail dot com

Unknown said...

New follower from the TGIF Hop :)

Rachel said...

I like the toddler pink hat

Rachel said...

I like the zebra my first apron

rj7777 said...

GFC follower of your blog. rjspratlen Rita Spratlen
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rj7777 said...

I visited Trendymates and I liked the touch of sage halter top as my favorite item. Very stylish. Rita Spratlen rj_angel_house@yahoo.com

rj7777 said...

i like your facebook page. Rita Spratlen
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rj7777 said...

I went to your shop and I also like the Noah's ark nursery painting. Very nice! Rita Spratlen rj_angel_house@yahoo.com

rj7777 said...

I visited Absolute Delights and I would choose the cocoon with hat made to order as my favorite. Rita Spratlen rj_angel_house@yahoo.com

Nicole Copeland said...

I like the garden jacket

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Unknown said...

I love the little Let the Sun Shine hat - adorable!

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Unknown said...

The hot pink polka apron is so cute!

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Unknown said...

I like the desert themed wash cloths from Heritage Knitting.

Unknown said...

I am a GFC follower

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Unknown said...

I LOVE the Summer Toddler Garden Jacket in the colors shown. Wow...stunning!

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Unknown said...

I visited your Etsy Store and LOVE the Car Pouch "June".

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Unknown said...

I visited the Petunia & Ivy store and LOVE the Baby Boy Owl Hat! HA! So Cute! :)

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Ronda said...

I follow you with GFC.

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Ronda said...

I love the Summer Toddler or Child Garden Party Dress, very cute.

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Gerri said...

I follow you on GFC

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Gerri said...

I just adore the pink Let the Sun Shine Infant Summer Sun Hat its way to cute
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Gerri said...

I like you fan page Annelyn Designs

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Gerri said...

I love the hanging stork pod on Petunia and Ivy

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Anonymous said...

Hello, I am a follower of your blog via GFC and my fave item in the Trendymates store is this very pretty dress: http://www.etsy.com/listing/46590217/summer-toddler-or-child-garden-party

tirabaralla{at}yahoo{dot}com

Anonymous said...

Ilike AnnelynDesigns on Facebook, I am Giovanna V. on FB.

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Anonymous said...

In your Etsy store right now the Zebra Painting is my fave item :)

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63447906/zebra-acrylic-nursery-painting-yoshi

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Anonymous said...

I love this pretties: http://www.etsy.com/listing/74825024/alice-in-wonderland-distressedvintage in the ForLoveOfACupCake Etsy store :)

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dailymom said...

I follow you via gfc and I really like the garden party dress, very cute, but I am also loving the sun hat!
heididaily at gmail dot com

dailymom said...

My favorite item on your etsy store is either the my first backpack or the pink child's apron, both very cute. Love the ladybug mitten clips too!
heididaily at gmail dot com

Unknown said...

Follow you via GFC
The summer toddler garden jacket is sooooo cute..pink with the lining and rosettes..love it!

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Unknown said...

like "AnnelynDesigns" fan page
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Unknown said...

sponsor's store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/petuniaandivy# Petunia & Ivy..love the
Baby Blue and Chocolate Brown Elf Hat

http://www.etsy.com/listing/70068486/baby-blue-and-chocolate-brown-elf-hat

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Unknown said...

http://www.etsy.com/listing/67140534/portable-handmade-baby-wipe-case-with
I love this portable handmade baby wipe case with strap handle - Wipe Pouch "Tranquil" on your Etsy site. Super cute!

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Jaelynnie Badinnie said...

I am follow you via GFC. I love this one!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/68426180/let-the-sun-shine-infant-summer-sun-hat

Jaelynnie Badinnie said...

I am a fan on facebook

Jaelynnbranch@gmail.com

Jaelynnie Badinnie said...

I love the pacifier clips from your etsy store!

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Diana said...

I follow on gFC and love the toddler summer jacket
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Kimberly said...

I follow your blog. I like the Summer Toddler Garden Jacket. The colors and shape are very chic.
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Anonymous said...

I'm following thru networked blogs.

Anonymous said...

I like the stole - it's beautiful!

Anonymous said...

I like the playfood on Absolute Delights.

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Ronda peyton said...

i followed on gfc
and i love the toddler dress
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Ronda peyton said...
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Ronda peyton said...

i like your fanpage
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Ronda peyton said...

i like your mommys little helper apron
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jadavis said...

I follow your blog! (jadavis42)
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Raggedy Baby said...

gfc follower
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Raggedy Baby said...

LOVE her stuff! I love this the most :) :)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/46590217/summer-toddler-or-child-garden-party
raggedybabygifts at gmail dot com

Raggedy Baby said...

FB fan as jessie jones mayer
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Raggedy Baby said...

I visited your shop, hearted it and hearted my favorite item-(everything is adorable! hard to choose just one!!!)
I LOVE this: http://www.etsy.com/listing/63897112/baby-giraffe-acrylic-nursery-painting

raggedybabygifts at gmail dot com

cman said...

Now following GFC (Gianna).
This Little Light of Mine Hooded, Newborn, Infant Cocoon / Car Seat / Stroller Snuggle Cover-up.

cman said...

My First Backpack "Spring Garden"

AnnelynDesigns said...

Congrats to Diana!

Ronda peyton said...

i like the Bartholomew the Red Heeled Sock Monkey
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Ronda peyton said...

follow blog gfc via ronda sieg
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Ronda peyton said...

i like you on fb via ronda siegler
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Ronda peyton said...

i like the mommys big helper apron
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