I just finished my contributions to the Plush You show in LA! Here’s a link to the event on Facebook if you’re interested in going (you should!). I’m not sure what to call these guys. I’m pretty horrible when it comes to naming things.

Finally! The snail pattern is ready! I’ve had a few people asking me when this one would be ready, so I apologize for taking so long!

Anyway, if you’d like to make your own snail, the pattern is for sale on Etsy at Gleeful Things and also on Ravelry. If you buy from Ravelry, you’ll be able to download it right away. If you buy on Etsy, I’ll email it to you within 24 hours.

And if you don’t crochet but would like a snail of your own, this one is still for sale on Etsy! And I’m happy to do a custom order if you’d like one in a different color.

Yesterday, I went through all of my craft supply stuff and I came across a bunch of things that I’ve decided to part with. First, yarn! I’m such a hoarder when it comes to yarn!

I have three lots of very pretty hand painted yarns listed on Ebay. I have worsted, fingering, and lace weight.

And I have two lots of store bought yarns too! Please take a peek and see if there’s anything you like!

Then, I listed several amigurumis on Etsy!

This snail is a pattern that I’ve been working on. It’s so close to finished.  I just need some motivation…

I have three hedgehogs listed (all different colors!). This is another pattern that I have nearly finished.

And the Peanut Butter Jelly monster!! I was bored one night and just had the urge to make this. I dunno why!

And this is another one of my random creations that I cannot remember the inspiration for. A penguin holding a taco. This guy is sold already. I was surprised that he went so fast. I’m so bad at predicting what people will like!

Anyway, please take a look at my Etsy shop! I have all of these guys listed, plus more! Everything is sale priced.

I’m having a big sale in both of my Etsy shops!

In the Gleeful Things shop, you can get all of my hat crochet patterns for only $9 (originally $15).

And you can get all of my amigurumi patterns for only $15 (originally $25).

At The Elclectic Squirrel shop, EVERYTHING is on sale. Some bracelets as low as $4!

Originally $10, on sale for $6!

Originally $12, now $9!

The sale will go for about a week and then prices will be back to normal.

Usually when I’m making a new plushie pattern, I have to make a few versions of it to tweak things that I didn’t like and perfect it. I’m working on a new one now, so I thought it would be cool to blog about how it evolves from one version to the next.

This is my first version:

I made that one a couple months ago, I think. It’s been sitting on my desk, staring at me for a while. I was debating for a long time, whether or not I wanted it to have arms and feet. I kind of want it to have arms but not really feet. But I think it would look weird with just arms and no feet. What do you think?

Recently, I made the second version (part 2!):

This time, I gave it a furry back and a big tail. I really dislike the tail. I have plans to give the next one a striped raccoon like tail. I also messed up with the face placement on this one, too low! And I changed the body to made it more rectangular. I don’t like it. The first one was more gumdrop shaped and I prefer it, so going back to that with the next version!

When I originally sketched this guy out, he had little round ears below his horns. But I didn’t think they would fit so I never gave him any. I think I will have to try it with the next version. And I’m still debating whether or not the next one will have arms and feet.

I’d love to hear anyone’s ideas about how the next one should evolve! :)

I have new patterns up for sale today! *so excited* because I really like these ones! I’ve been wearing the green one constantly! Introducing the Pineapple Coconut hats!

The Slouchy Version:

The Skully Version:

They are available individually in the Shop or if you want to buy them both, you’ll save $2 with this deal.

I also added a package deal to the Shop that allows you to buy all 5 hat patterns and save $5 (so you get one for free!).

The Pineapple Coconut hats will also be available in my shop on Ravelry and in my Etsy shop.

I hope you like them! And what do you think, is the name too weird? I have a hard time judging because every name that I’ve chosen for a hat has seemed weird to me until I’ve gotten used to it. I hate naming things.

Here’s a sneak peek at the next hat pattern I’m going to release! This is the first one that I’ve done a slouchy and a skully version of! I’m really happy with both versions!

Now I’m looking for someone to test the pattern for me. Hopefully a couple people, maybe one for each version. It’s made with light worsted weight yarn (I used Caron Country) and you won’t even need a full skein. It’s super fast to make. Stitches used are ch, sl st, sc, dc. Pretty simple! If you’re interested, scroll to the bottom of this post for details.

If you’re interested in testing, please email me at nocturnalcreative@gmail.com. Please either attach pictures of a few things you’ve made or you can link me to your Flickr or Ravelry if you’d prefer. Also, please let me know which version of the hat you want to test. Previous testing experience is not required. Please only apply if you’re able to complete it in a timely manner.

Testing involves trying out the pattern and letting me know if you run into any typos or problems or have any questions. When you’re done, I’d like to see pictures of the finished project and hear your overall thoughts on the pattern (let me know if anything could be made less confusing, if any steps need photos to help explain, etc).

I’ll pay you with free patterns! :D

I hope everyone has a fun New Year’s celebration! I’ll be going out of town for a couple days. There is still one day left to enter the giveaway! The contest is open until midnight on the 31st. I’ll be doing the drawing on the weekend when I get back home.

Don’t forget, the holiday coupon code is still good until midnight on the 31st as well! Use code “happyholidays” (all one word) and get $4 off any order  at GleefulThings.com totalling at least $8. Discounted pattern bundles are still available on Etsy too!

Have a good last day of 2009 everyone! :D

Oh noes! I can’t believe I forgot to post about this! Last week, I set up a shop on Ravelry. So if you’re a Ravelry user, you can easily buy and download my patterns there now. Yay! :)

I’ve brought back my discounted pattern bundles on Etsy. You can get all of my amigurumi patterns for just $25 (it would cost $35 to buy them each individually) and all of my hat patterns for just $9 (it would cost $12 to buy them each individually).

There are still 5 days left to enter the giveaway! Thank you to all who’ve entered so far! I’ve enjoyed reading your suggestions! :)