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Free Yarn Giveaway: Sock Monkey Cuddle Blanket

If there’s one thing we learned recently, it’s that there’s an awful lot of you are big fans of knitting and crocheting baby toys—and we love it! One prize is ready to go, and that lucky commenter is…

Shanna Crabbe!

Winner!

Bunnies and bears and blankets, oh my! She’ll be receiving eight skeins of Caron yarns, enough to make the Sock Monkey Cuddle Blanket, in the mail.

Want to make a Sock Monkey Cuddle Blanket of your own? Pick up the latest issue of Crochet! for the pattern, and visit Buy.Caron.com for all the yarn you need!

Free Yarn Giveaway: Sock Monkey Cuddle Blanket

crochet-magazineIf you’re ever in need of a children’s toy, Belinda Carter’s Sock Monkey Cuddle Blanket is a great pattern to try out! From its expressive eyebrows to (peeled!) banana, kids will love cuddling and playing with their cute new monkey buddy.  Pick up the spring issue of Crochet! for the pattern.

Here’s an idea… why not enter to win all the yarn you need to make the Sock Monkey Cuddle Blanket!

How do I enter?

Between May 14 – 29, 2013, comment on this post with the answer to the giveaway question below. We’ll randomly choose a commenter on May 31 to win the yarn! They’ll be announced here on the Caron Blog, on our Facebook page, and on Crochet!’s Facebook page. Keep your eyes peeled (hahaha) to find out if it’s you!

What can I win? All of the following!

  • Caron Simply Soft “Nutmeg” (0013) (1 skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft “Red” (9729) (1 skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft “White” (9701) (1 skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft “Lemon” (0017) (1 skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft “Off White” (9702) (1 skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft Light “White” (0001) (1 skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft Light “Red” (0013) (1 skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft Light “Black” (0014) (1 skein)

The giveaway question is…

What kinds of toys are your favorites to knit or crochet for children?

That’s it—we can’t wait to read your answers!

For news on this contest and more, like Crochet! on Facebook.

Please note: This giveaway is only applicable to residents of North America. Thank you.

Pretty Posies Throw Yarn Giveaway!

We Have A Winner!

Over 350 people shared their favorite spring shades of Caron Simply Soft with us, and with the magical help of a random number generator, we have a winner!

The winner is… Teresa!

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Teresa’s favorite shades, Sage, Strawberry, and Grape, would also make an absolutely gorgeous Pretty Posies Throw – with an exciting modern twist!

Want to make a Pretty Posies Throw of your own? Pick up the latest issue of Crochet World for the pattern, and visit Buy.Caron.com for all the yarn you need!

Pretty Posies Throw Yarn Giveaway!

Crochet World coverDesigned by Terry Day, the Pretty Posies Throw is the perfect openwork project to launch your home décor into spring. You can find the pattern for this gorgeous afghan in the latest issue of Crochet World.

We’re teaming up with Crochet World to give you a chance to win all the yarn you need to make the Pretty Posies Throw!

How do I enter?

Between March 18 – 31, 2013, comment on this post with the answer to the giveaway question below. We’ll randomly choose a commenter on April 1 to win the yarn! They’ll be announced here on the Caron Blog, on our Facebook page, and on Crochet World’s Facebook page. Keep your eyes peeled to find out if it’s you!

What can I win?

  • Caron Simply Soft “Orchid” (9717) (2 skeins)
  • Caron Simply Soft “Lemon” (0017) (2 skeins)
  • Caron Simply Soft “White” (9701) (1 skein)

The giveaway question is…

What are your three favorite shades of Caron Simply Soft to use in the spring?

That’s it–we can’t wait to read your answers!

For news on this contest and more, like Crochet World on Facebook.

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St. Paddy’s day is on Sunday and it’s not too late to get ready. Here are a few quick and easy projects you can pull together this weekend!

Cindy from Skip to my Lou shares an easy crochet shamrock garland pattern.

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A wine bottle and a skein of Caron Simply Soft is all you need to make your own St. Patrick’s Day Vase!

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imagesHave a great day and don’t forget: Never iron a four-leaf clover, because you don’t want to press your luck!

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We love seeing all of the innovative and inspiring projects that you make with Caron yarns. We’re highlighting just a few of our favorites! Do you have any favorite Caron projects? Send us a photo and and we might include it on our next edition!

First up, we have the Easter Baby Sweater! Made by suet24 in Caron Simply Soft, this adorable pattern is available for free from the Craft Yarn Council.

Easter Baby Sweater

Twopeaedpod’s Madelyn’s Sheepy Anouk has the cutest sheepy accents! Knit in subtle shades of Caron Simply Soft.

Sheepy Anouk

EmmaLou09 posted her sweet Angel Wings Heirloom Pinafore on Ravelry, knit in Caron Simply Soft shade Sunshine.

Angel Wings Pinafore

What are your favorite Caron projects? Share with us in the comments or upload your photos on our Facebook page!

Get into the spirit and treat yourself and your besties to some fantastic Caron Valentine’s-themed accessory patterns!

Valentine Scarf Duo (crochet)

Valentine Scarf Duo (crochet)

Lacy Cluster Cowl (crochet)

Lacy Cluster Cowl (crochet)

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