Saturday, August 18, 2012

I'M IN LOVE WITH FRANKENSTEIN! & Giveaway

(UPDATE:  YOU CAN GET HER PATTERNS AT 25% OFF THIS WEEKEND ONLY 8/25 & 26.  USE CODE SUMMER25.)

And you will be too!  Last week I told you we might have a giveaway from Haley at GandGPatterns on Etsy of her wonderful Frankenstein softie PDF pattern.  She donated this wonderful pattern to me to use for the kids at the hospital and to review and she is giving another PDF Frankenstein pattern for the giveaway.


Remember the Superhero dolls I made last week?  I had just as much fun, if not more, making "Frank" as I call him.  Again I used fleece and wool felt and some cotton for his legs.  Her directions were super easy to follow and her photos are clear and easy to see.  Start to finish - 2 hours!  I traced the smaller pieces like the spider, eyes, and 'stitches' onto freezer paper and ironed it to the wool felt (be careful if you're not using wool felt as it might melt).  Ironing the design onto wool felt makes it so much easier to cut out and you can get a huge roll of freezer paper at the supermarket for about $6.  (I think my cat in the photo wants to eat him!)
 I made Frank's face a bit different because I like silly faces for the dolls for the hospital.  What I love about Haley's patterns, besides the fact they are so easy, is that they not only are just the cutest dolls but can be used by the kids as a small pillow.  And if they don't feel like playing, they can set them in their bed and have a friend.
Haley also has a cute Vampire Dracula doll for Halloween and a Werewolf doll and yup, I'm going to buy those too! 
So, Haley is giving one of you a PDF pattern of "Frank".  All you have to do is visit her store and tell me what pattern you like the most.

If you want additional entries, join her Facebook page and this blog.  I'm using Rafflecopter to make it easier.  Runs from Sunday, August 19 to Sunday, August 26. 


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  2. I am already a follower of your blog and would love to join in your giveaway pls. My favourite pattern has to be the bunny doll softie pdf. I have made a couple of these and love them! I also follow on Facebook x Sue x

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  3. My favourite is the patchwork bunny, I actually squealed when I saw it! Thanks for the chance!

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  4. Other than the three you already have mentioned I also love - Monster Doll Toy Sewing Pattern. I am really hoping that she will create a witch soon to complete the Halloween set. I think the same shape as the others but with green hair, pointy hat, a little black cat on the front and a broomstick on her back.

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  5. I am a follower of your blog. I love your posts and the information you share about the gorgeous patterns you create for the children's hospital.

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  6. My favorite is the little superhero boy and girl you featured previously. My kiddos, however, have assured me that the panda and tiger are the coolest ones on the site ;)

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  7. I follow you on Google Reader :)

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  8. My favourite pattern is Toy Bunny Patchwork Softie Doll. Thanks for the chance to win, Dona.

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  9. Best looking Frankenstein I've ever seen. Love all the detail.
    Linda
    With A Blast

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  10. So many cute ones!!! I think I love the Pig though! :)

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  11. I love the Hawaiian Girl Softie Doll Hula Dancer.

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  12. I'm already a follower enjoying your posts.

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  13. I love this little Frankenstein guy so much! I can't wait for Halloween :)

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  14. I like the little monkey doll. We call my grandson a little monkey so he would love this.

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  15. I love all the owls! But my 5yr old is all about girl superheros- so that my fav today:)

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  18. I love that werewolf! (and the little fruits and veggies).

    What a great giveaway.

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  19. I LOVE the superhero pattern!!

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  20. I covet the fox doll, lol. And the cats and dogs. Oh - and the reindeer, and ALL of the owls! :)

    Your kitty looks like he's licking his lips @ the thought of a Frankensnack --- gotta love marmies! I have one too - he's a big sweetie :)

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  21. Cute shop! I love them all, but the Owl really makes me smile.

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  22. Halloween is my absolute favorite so Frank and the Werewolf are definitely my faves.

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  23. They are all so cute, but I love the Superhero Supergirl :)

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  25. They are all very cute but I must admit i love frankenstien and the fish pillow.Thanks for give away. Becky

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  27. My first answer was clearly going to be the owl pillow and then I went and spotted the koala. No, the fox. Oh but my OH loves penguins - it has to be that!

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  28. I can't decide, I really like them all! I really like the Halloween ones though. It is my favorite holiday!! :)

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  29. I'm in love with him, too! Such a lovely doll! Love it! Liz

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  30. I really like the super hero dolls. My kids are in love with super heros right now.

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  31. I really like the penguin and owl sewing patterns.

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  33. Oh, my! She's very talented!
    I like them all, but the stuffed toy dog pillow I think is my fav.
    Thanks for hosting!

    Crystelle
    http://www.crystelleboutique.com/

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  34. so at first i was like, i love Kawaii Mini Fruit Pattern!
    then i go back, then i'm like. no, i love the patchwork dog one, then i go back again... i'm like. forget it. I'm just going to tell you that I like all of them! lol

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  35. Love the Monkey Doll. I have just the little guy in mind to make it for.

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  37. Frank sure is a cutie-tall, dark and handsome

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  39. All gorgeous, but my favourite has to be the fish sewing pattern!


    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous weekend!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  40. This is such a great giveaway! I don't know how I didn't see it until now. =) I most definitely love the superhero patterns the most.

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  41. "Frank" is awesome!
    Thanks for sharing with my Super Link Party! :-)

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  43. I love this! It's super cool. Thanks for sharing on Marvelous Mondays!

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  44. I love the superheroes and the pig!

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  45. Thanks for linking up to last week's Tuesday Confessional link party! Your post has been featured so head on over and grab a brag button!
    http://www.craftyconfessions.com/2012/08/tuesday-confessional-features_26.html
    ~Macy

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  46. This is so adorable, Dona! I would love to make one of these for Halloween. Thank you for sharing at Hookin on Hump Day!

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