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A New Milestone to Celebrate!

WOOHOO!!  As someone once said, we do live our lives with a lot of “WOOHOO!!”  This particular WOOHOO!! is about our 150th published pattern… WOOHOO!!

We were chatting with our agent this morning and I said something about “a long time ago” in reference to a conversation I had with an editor when I first started publishing designs in magazines.  We got a good laugh out of it because that conversation was only 3 years ago… not “a long time ago” at all.  Ya know what I mean though?  There’s been a lot of living packed into the last three years… sometimes it’s been a bit of a roller coaster… but we’ve loved sharing it with all of you.

Since our first designs were published in the Fall of 2010 we have:

Published 5 books with Leisure Arts
Heady Affairs
And That’s A Wrap!
Urban Edge
Cool Weather Fashions
Crochet Ponchos

Jason came to work full-time in the studio (WOOHOO!!)

Started our own independent publishing company, Shibaguyz Publishing for working with designers and yarn companies with small to mid-scale publishing needs

Started Shibaguyz Photography

Worked with some of the LEGENDS in the fiber industry

We have been featured 10 times on the covers of US and UK magazines

Drank a lot of coffee (and replaced 2 coffee pots)

Published our first book of knitwear patterns, Moonstruck, with our publishing partners Mango Moon Yarns

Amassed a yarn stash that had to be added as an asset on our homeowner’s insurance

Converted two rooms of our house into studio spaces for Shibaguyz Designz and Shibaguyz Photography/Publishing

Ate a LOT of chocolate… a lot…

Been featured in 5 magazine profiles

We really are grateful for everything that has come our way along this path we have taken.  There is hardly a day that goes by without us looking around at what we have and feeling like two VERY lucky Shibaguyz.  It really is a thrill to look around and take inventory of everything we have accomplished then think about how much more there must be still ahead!  Now THERE’s a reason to get up in the morning!

So how to celebrate this milestone?  We think we have the PERFECT way to mark this 150 published design… We are going to let you all decide what we publish next!

We have a set of patterns sitting here… just sitting here… that have been previously published in magazines.  Sometimes, when we publish a design in a magazine, the rights to publish that pattern come back to us after a certain amount of time.  Well, upon going through those patterns… there are quite a few of them!  As a matter of fact, we can’t quite decide which one of these patterns to publish next.  We have taken all new photos, had the patterns updated, and they are ready to roll out to you all.  Now… which one first??

You decide!

Here are the designs we currently have that we have repackaged and are ready to put up for sale.  All you have to do is leave a comment here on this post telling us which one we should publish first.  The design with the most votes wins and we will put the pattern up for sale on our website.  Got it? Good… We will start with four… here are your choices…

Cap Sleeve Top - Crochet

Cap Sleeve Top – Crochet

Lace Cardi - knit

Lace Cardi – knit

Asymmetrical Tunic - crochet

Asymmetrical Tunic – crochet

Knit Tank Top and Crochet Poncho

Knit Tank Top and Crochet Poncho

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Cross Front Vest – Crochet World, April 2013

The April 2013 issue marks the 35th Anniversary of Crochet World magazine and we are thrilled to be a part of this landmark issue with our Cross Front Vest pattern.  The Cross Front Vest is crocheted in Tahki yarns Cotton Classic Lite and is a very easy pattern to make.  The side closure is a simple frog closure you can purchase at your local craft and hobby store.

Click on the photo below to go to the Ravelery project page for the Cross Front Vest and be sure to stop by the Crochet World magazine website and check out their preview video for the April 2013 issue.  Executive Editor, Carol Alexander narrates the preview and gives a brief intro to the history of Crochet World Magazine.

While you’re cruising around… be sure to check out our National Crochet Month with Shibaguyz Designz Week #3 Giveaway where you can enter for a chance to win a 1 year print subscription to Crochet World Magazine. We also have a FAB Grand Prize Pinterest Contest for National Crochet Month so don’t miss out on that.

Cross Front Vest by Shibaguyz Designz in Crochet World April 2013

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Ribbons & Lace Top – Crochet! Magazine, Spring 2013

Our fourth and final design by Shibaguyz Designz featured in the Spring 2013 issue of Crochet! Magazine is the Ribbons & Lace Top made in Classic Elite Yarns Provence mercerized Egyptian cotton. A solid stitched upper body with lace stitch arms and hip panels make this piece just light and pretty enough for the warmer Spring and Summer days ahead.  The scoop neck and vented side panels make the Ribbons & Lace Top an easy fit on a variety of sizes and body types. The ribbon lace-up detailing on the sleeves add a customizable touch to this feminine, pretty top.

Make sure you check out the Crochet! magazine website for a video preview of the Spring 2013 issue narrated by Executive Editor, Carol Alexander.  Also, you can click on the photos below to be taken to the Ravelry pattern page where you will find more info on the Ribbons & Lace Top pattern.

This also just HAPPENS to be the week we are giving away a 1 year print subscription to Crochet! magazine as part of our National Crochet Month with Shibaguyz Designz celebration! WOOHOO!! Be sure to check out our post about how to enter this giveaway and you certainly don’t want to miss out on our Grand Prize Pinterest contest! Details on the Grand Prize Pinterest contest are in the link to this post.

And now… without further delay… here are the pretty pictures!

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Easy Does It Tunic – Spring 2013 Crochet! Magazine

Continuing with our theme of Shibaguyz Designz in the Spring 2013 issue of Crochet! magazine… this is the Easy Does it Tunic by Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby for Shibaguyz Designz made in Crystal Palace Yarns, Panda Cotton.

The name says it all since this tunic was designed to be easy to make and easy to wear.  Shown in the magazine in size medium, this shape and style will look great on a variety of body types and shapes. With or without the belt, this is a real go-to wardrobe staple for casual or office wear.

Make sure you check out the Crochet! magazine website for a video preview of the Spring 2013 issue narrated by Executive Editor, Carol Alexander.  Also, click on the photos below to be taken to the Ravelry pattern page where you will find more info on the pattern.

This also just HAPPENS to be the week we are giving away a one year print subscription to Crochet! magazine as part of our National Crochet Month with Shibaguyz Designz celebration. Be sure to check out our post about how to enter this giveaway and do NOT miss out on our Grand Prize Pinterest contest! Details on the Grand Prize Pinterest contest are in the link to this post.

And now… on to the pretty pictures!

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Half ‘n’ Half Duster – Crochet Magazine, Spring 2013

As if to help us celebrate National Crochet Month with Shibaguyz Designz, the folks at Crochet! magazine have released their Spring 2013 issue the same week we are giving away a 1 year print subscription to Crochet! magazine.  Okay… it’s probably just a coincidence… still… it’s REALLY good timing!  Make sure you go back and check out the details on how you could win a 1 year print subscription to Crochet! magazine.  Oh… also don’t forget about our big Grand Prize Pinterest contest… ’cause that’s a BIG prize.

What else could possibly make the Spring 2013 issue of Crochet! magazine so special? Well… not only is the Vivaldi Throw by Shibaguyz Designz on the cover (WOOHOO!!) but we also have three other designs featured in the same issue (double WOOHOO!!).

The first of these patterns is the Half ‘n’ Half Duster crocheted in Crystal Palace Yarns Panda Silk.

Click on the photos below to be taken to the Ravelry project page for the Half ‘n’ Half Duster and also be sure to check out the Crochet! magazine website for a video preview of the Spring 2013 issue narrated by Executive Editor, Carol Alexander.

And now… the pretty pictures!

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Vivaldi Throw – Crochet! Magazine Spring 2013 Cover

Talk about great timing!  This week, as part of our National Crochet Month with Shibaguyz Designz celebration, we are giving away a one year print subscription to Crochet! magazine.  We just posted that yesterday and today… VOILA! The Spring 2013 issue of Crochet! magazine comes out and what’s that on the cover?  Yes… yes it is…

The cover of the Spring 2013 issue of Crochet! magazine is the Vivaldi Throw by Shibaguyz Designz made in Lion Brand Collection Cotton Bamboo. WOOHOO!!

We are particularly proud of this one as this is our third cover for Crochet! magazine.  They did a FAB job with the presentation of this one showing the throw on a model… our favorite Crochet! magazine model, by the way.

Check out the Crochet! magazine website as well as our Ravelry project page for more details about this design. When you go to the Crochet! magazine website, be sure to scroll down to the preview video for this issue narrated by Executive Editor, Carol Alexander for a sneak peak of the three other designs by Shibaguyz Designz featured in this same issue.  More on those other three later this week.

And now… on to the pretty pictures!

Crochet! Spring 2013 Cover

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Moonstruck Pattern Books Now Shipping!

It’s here!  If you’ve been waiting to order your copy of Moonstruck: Ten Sensuous Knit Patterns; sized Small–5X, then your wait is over!  Yes, Moonstruck is still available for purchase as a digital download but, if you just like having the physical copy there with you to work from, you can order those copies now.  For ordering info, click on the picture of the cover below and you will be taken to the Mango Moon website where you can choose from digital or physical copy.

Be sure to check out the digital lookbook on the Mango Moon site for more photos and information about each design.

Enjoy!

Moonstruck Cover

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National Crochet Month Is Here!

Can you believe it? Today is the first day of National Crochet Month… WOOHOO!! Every year for National Crochet Month we like to do something a little special and this year is no exception.

Join Shibaguyz Designz as we celebrate National Crochet Month! Check out our activities and prizes on our Facebook page for Shibaguyz Designz, on our Shibaguyz Designz Fanz page on Ravelry, and follow along with the Shibaguyz on Twitter.

Watch this space for announcements about our celebration that includes PRIZES, FREE tutorials, NEW patterns, and our annual Scavenger Hunt and Mystery Afghan Block patterns.

NEW this year!  We have a Pinterest Page and have worked out a fun way for you to participate and win prizes… stay tuned for more details on that soon…

Join in, have fun, win prizes, and meet other crochet fanatics just like you!

Make sure you are part of the National Crochet Month fun with Shibaguyz Designz!

Here are the important links:

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Deva from Moonstruck: Ten Sensuous Knit Patterns; Size S-5X

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Deva - Poncho Top from Moonstruck by Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby for Mango Moon Yarns. Photography and Layout by Shibaguyz Photography. 
Made from Mango Moon Yarn’s Bulu, this oversized poncho-style top with cowl neck is one of the favorites among the models. The movement of the body with the flattering details of the cowl neck and sleek sleeves make Deva a comfortable and classic piece you will wear time and time again.

Bulu yarn has quickly become one of my favorite yarns to work with. The stitch definition and wonderful colors make this yarn a texture lovers dream. The 100% merino wool is hand-dyed using plants indigenous to the region of Indonesia where the yarn is made. The subtle color variances give garments a beautiful sense of visual movement and depth.

Moonstruck: Ten Sensuous Knit Patterns, Size Small–5X Now available for purchase as an immediate digital download or hard copy. Flip through the lookbook and find more information on purchasing at http://www.shibaguyz.com/moonstruck

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Elara from Moonstruck: Ten Sensuous Knit Patterns; Size S-5X

Elara

Elara – Silk Ribbon Tank from Moonstruck by  Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby for Mango Moon Yarns Photography and Layout by Shibaguyz Photography. Moonstruck: Ten Sensuous Knit Patterns, Size Small–5X Now available for purchase as an immediate digital download or pre-order before February 15, 2013. Flip through the lookbook and find more information on purchasing at http://Shibaguyz.com/moonstruck

This tank is a quick project knit in the round from the bottom up with the front and back shoulders and necklines worked separately.  A quick three-needle bind off at the shoulders is all the finishing you will need. Weave in a few ends and you have a new staple for your wardrobe. Special attention has been paid to the front and back necklines as well as the armholes to ensure comfortable wearing without shoulders that slip around.  From top to bottom, this piece sits comfortably and looks FAB on your body.

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