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GIVEAWAY WINNER ANNOUNED – IRISH CROCHET

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The winner of the June Giveaway is this entry:

IRISH CROCHET CHOKER

I love this one: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/asphyxiation
I think I’m going to try out my new habu textiles steel wool on it later this month!

I love the entry that Annina shared with us.  This choker is a marvelously updated interpretation of very traditional Irish Crochet.  The Venetian Lace choker with the Irish Rose focal piece is stunning.  The design is a true winner!

When I receive Annina’s snailmail address from her, I’ll put her copy of this book in the mail.  It’s a winner too!

Thanks to all who entered.  Please browse through the Comments Section to find some links to some other outstanding examples of Irish Crochet.

Comments

  1. Got the book last week! Can’t wait for things to calm down a bit at work so i can start hooking!
    Thanks again <3

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