Jaybird Designs

Jennifer Cirka Sales: HAPPY BIRTHDAY HEATHER

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Thu, 18 Dec 2014 15:52:00 +0000

Jennifer Cirka Sales: HAPPY BIRTHDAY HEATHER: My "baby" is 12 years old today! Boy is she growing fast!

CGOA Now!: Book Review: The Fine Art of Crochet

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Mon, 18 Aug 2014 14:00:00 +0000

CGOA Now!: Book Review: The Fine Art of Crochet: Title: The Fine Art of Crochet Author: Gwen Blakley Kinsler Book Review by Jennifer J. Cirka ( www.jaybirddesigns.com )

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Thread Bookmarks

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Fri, 15 Aug 2014 14:00:00 +0000

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Thread Bookmarks: Title: Thread Bookmarks Author: Wanda Stevens Book Review by Jennifer J. Cirka ( www.jaybirddesigns.com ) I was in need of a qui...

Bog Tour: Baby Hats by Annastasia Cruz

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Mon, 11 Aug 2014 13:30:00 +0000

When my good friend Anna asked me to join her blog tour for her new book, I jumped at the chance. Anna and I started our crochet careers right about the same time and I think it's pretty cool that we both have a crochet pattern book coming out at the same time! And to prove that "great minds think alike," both of us have a design in our books called "Pixie Bonnet!"

Crochet Baby Hats, which is published by Leisure Arts, contains 10 absolutely sinking adorable baby hats written in sizes 3, 6, and 12 months. I love the fact that the publisher printed each size in a different color, it makes it so much easier to find the correct number for the size you are making. You'll find some cute animal hats along with some great basic styles for everyday. I only wish this book was out when my daughter was little...she had no hair until she was 3 years old! We could have really used some of these designs!

The styles are quick and easy and use standard medium and light weight yarns. The book consist of 32 pages and some of the most adorable pictures of babies that I have seen in a long time. I am so happy that I get to add this book to my collection. Even though I don't have any babies to crochet for anymore....I love to make hats as gifts and donations to local hospitals.

Here are the links to purchase this awesome book:
Its on amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/Annastasia-Cruz/e/B00M0XVN06/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1406819011&sr=8-1
It's available as pdf here: http://www.leisurearts.com/products/baby-hats-ebook.html

You can find the amazing Annastasia Cruz and her fabulous designs here:
Anna's Facebook group for crochet designs here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1448707958722390/
Anna's general Facebook group that will have info about both sewing and crocheting here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/656044857778019/
Anna's Facebook fan page here: https://www.facebook.com/mytreasuredheirlooms?ref_type=bookmark
Anna's Ravelry page http://www.ravelry.com/designers/annastasia-cruz

Videos!

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 16:59:00 +0000

Last week I headed up to Golden, Colorado, to shoot some videos for Craft Daily that go along with my book! I had a blast!! Here is a pic of me and my host, Jennifer Parks.

And here are some fun pics of us and the crew wearing some of the hats! :0)

The first video is scheduled to be released on August 25th!!

Easy Weekend Crochet Hats - ON SALE!!

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 13:57:00 +0000

Save 20% August 1st at Interweave!

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 16:59:00 +0000

Save 20% at Interweave with Offer Code TGIF20

Interweave's July Kits are here

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Sat, 05 Jul 2014 21:19:00 +0000

Interweave's July Kits are here! Valid until 7/31/14, or as supplies last.

Fabric Fusing Fun: Complete MistyFuse™ Kit The Ultimate Spin-Off CD Collection Stitch CD Premium Collection Stitch Digital Premium Collection How to Make Fabric Art Portraits Digital Collection The Ultimate Spin-Off Digital Collection The Ultimate Handwoven CD Collection The Ultimate Handwoven Digital Collection Master the Jeweler's Saw Bundle Crustacean Knitted Shawl Kit Encaustic Techniques Starter Kit Warm Up with Encaustic Kit Popular Crochet Shawls and Wraps Pattern Collection Bling Bracelet Project Kit PieceWork 1993-2000 Ultimate Collection Download PieceWork 1993-2000 Ultimate Collection Knitter's Guide to Color Kit

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Boot Cuffs & Ear Warmers

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Tue, 01 Jul 2014 13:27:00 +0000

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Boot Cuffs & Ear Warmers: Title: Boot Cuffs & Ear Warmers Author: Deborah Molnar Book Review by Jennifer J. Cirka ( www.jaybirddesigns.com ) ...

Martha Pullover Now Available

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Thu, 15 May 2014 13:34:00 +0000

From Knit Edge Magazine Issue 2, the Martha Pullover is now available for individual purchase!

on Ravelry

On Etsy

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Boot Cuffs & Ear Warmers

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 00:43:00 +0000

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Boot Cuffs & Ear Warmers: Title: Boot Cuffs & Ear Warmers Author: Deborah Molnar Book Review by Jennifer J. Cirka ( www.jaybirddesigns.com ) ...

Travel Lightly Shawl in Crochet 1-2-3

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Tue, 11 Mar 2014 21:25:00 +0000

My newest design is now available in Crochet 1-2-3 Issue #10!

National Crochet Month Blog Tour

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 16:08:00 +0000

Follow the tour!

Hmmmmm...What's This??

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 15:01:00 +0000

Ever search for yourself of Amazon....I did. And look what I found!

Could this be something new coming??? Stay tuned.

Click Here!

Christmas is Coming!

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Sun, 03 Nov 2013 14:57:00 +0000

Time to get to work on those gifts! Here is a list of some of my favorites!

Stop by my Etsy Shop or Ravelry Shop to see more!

New Patterns with Willow Yarns

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 16:57:00 +0000

Two fun new patterns were just released on the Willow Yarns website! Check them out! :0)

Safari Poncho

Wild Rose Scarf

Cirka Family Home School Newsletter

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Fri, 09 Aug 2013 13:36:00 +0000

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As part of Heather's 5th Grade Language Arts, she has to create a weekly newsletter. If you are interested in reading it, sign up! She loves getting comments and knowing that people read it!

My Office

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Mon, 05 Aug 2013 21:07:00 +0000

I spent all day on Saturday working on some designs. Just thought I'd share with all of you my office for the day. :0)

Win & Support a GREYT Group!

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Thu, 04 Jul 2013 19:00:00 +0000

Bid Here!

Want a chance to win this fun scarf by me? All you have to do is bid here for a fun silent auction. All proceeds benefit one of my newest favorite groups....Friends Of Retired Greyhounds! (FORG) And why, do you ask, is it my newest favorite? Because last month we adopted a second Greyhound through them! Sheba is a 7 year old retired racer who was called Mexican Seashore! She raced about 60 times and won a quarter of her races!! She came to us 2 weeks off the track and is the sweetest and most timid little girl. She and Cash get along great too! We are so excited to have her as a part of our family!

So please, help out these Greyt pups! Go bid on my scarf or a number of other fabulous donations! And, if you are interested in adopting your very own lovable pup, check for Greyhound Adoption groups near you!


Sheba (aka Mexican Seashore)

Celebration Time!

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 17:35:00 +0000

Good news coming! :0)

A Little Late...

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:29:00 +0000

Three new professionally published designs have come out recently! Check them out on this page!

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Reversible Baby Afghans

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:21:00 +0000

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Reversible Baby Afghans: Title: Reversible Baby Afghans Auth ors: Barbara Shaffer Book Review by Jennifer J. Cirka ( www.jaybirddesigns.com ) When I...

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Curvy Crochet

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Sun, 19 May 2013 21:37:00 +0000

CGOA Now!: Book Review: Curvy Crochet: Title: Curvy Crochet, 8 Fashions in Sizes Large - 4X Authors: Marlaina Bird and Jill Wright Book Review by Jennifer J. Cirka ( w...

My Goofball

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:13:00 +0000

What does your child do when they are bored and riding in the car? This is what my 10 year old did! Videotaped herself wearing a dog nose and singing to "Home" by Phillip Phillips.

Vacation Photos April 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Jennifer Cirka) — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:07:00 +0000

Vacation April 2013, a set on Flickr.

Vacation Photos taken by my daughter.