Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Clever Crochet Accessories Giveaway!


Yes, I'm biased, Yes Interweave gave me a copy of Clever Crocheted Accessories and I'm taking a large measure of joy that my hat is on the cover. 
Here's a link to preview the book. 
Here's a link to buy the book.


When I heard that I had a pattern included in this amazing compilation of big names in the Crochet Business, of course I was thrilled.  THEN, Brett Bara told me that she liked my hat so much, she MADE ONE for herself!  (GASP!) When I saw the cover with my Saturday Hat on it, I nearly fell off the couch. Really, it was exciting.

In beautiful Interweave fashion (Think Unexpected Afghans, Blueprint Crochet, Simply Crochet., etc) the photography is clean and engaging, the patterns clear and tested.  In this accessory book is everything from hats to jewelry, socks, mittens, belts to capelets... no, really, it starts with a hat (mine! squee!) and ends with a Chunky Capelet (Doris Chan!) 25 Quick weekend projects. 
And in between are names you will know and love: Robyn Chachula, Marly Bird, Drew Emborsky, Vickie Howell, Linda Permann, Amy Polcyn... I really would love to carry around Regina Rioux's Amazing Motif Bag.

If you like my Saturday Hat, it's a Bruges Lace style pattern, check out my book Learn Bruges Lace for two more Bruges style hat patterns plus a blanket, a bracelet, a cowl, and two scarves in this exciting style.  Learn Bruges Lace. Or, if you want a signed copy and live in the US, you can buy Learn Bruges Lace from me by clicking "Buy Now" in the upper right hand corner of this blog page.

The Clever Crocheted Accessories Book Giveaway:
Leave a comment on this post by 1:59 pm EST on Dec 3, 2012. with your name and city/town/identifying detail.  The winner will be chosen at random from all entries.  The winner will be announced on December 4, 2012.....the winner should email me at ellen @ GoCrochet dot com    by December 7, 2012.....  Sorry, I have to pay for shipping, so it's open to US residents only.
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42 comments:

  1. KristinNovember 28, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    I've only attempted afghans and baby blankets,but this book totally tempts me to try something new.

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  2. KristinNovember 28, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    I've only attempted afghans and baby blankets,but this book totally tempts me to try something new.

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  3. AnonymousNovember 28, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    wow, your hat is beautiful..This looks like a great book!!! Ruth G.

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  4. AnonymousNovember 28, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    I love the idea of an accessories pattern book. Please sign me up for the giveaway.

    Patty B
    Munroe Falls OH

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  5. MereknitsNovember 28, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Congrats to you with your beautiful hat on the cover!
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  6. AnonymousNovember 28, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Congratulations on making the cover with that awesome hat!!! Sign me up for the giveaway! I have a daughter who is getting back into crocheting and this would be a great gift for her.


    Valerie T.
    Wetumpka, AL

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  7. AnonymousNovember 28, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    Your hat is quite lovely, and I love making accessories. :-)

    Kacy -- The East Texas Boonies

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  8. NicoleNovember 28, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Great hat!!

    Nicole J
    Sterling, VA

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  9. ReneeNovember 28, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    Your hat is gorgeous! Sign me up please!
    Renee
    Englewood, OH

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  10. SherryNovember 28, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    What a gorgeous hat! Congratulations! I would love to win this book!

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  11. SherryNovember 28, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    Congratulations! Your hat is beautiful. I would love to win this book!

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  12. MJHillNovember 28, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Seriously nice hat! Would love to try that bag pattern too!

    Cheers,
    Melissa
    Ithaca, NY

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  13. AnonymousNovember 28, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    Wow congrats on the cover. Must really mean a lot when you look at the other names. I would loe to win this book

    Fracksmom on ravelry

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  14. SimchasJewelsNovember 28, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    I've had my eye on this book. Congrats on the cover project!

    Helen
    Boulder, MT

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  15. debbwinNovember 28, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    I would love to win this book! I've been a big fan of yours for quite a while, Brett. That hat looks amazing!
    Debb W. (debbwin)
    Whiting, NJ

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  16. debspugsNovember 28, 2012 at 1:02 PM

    Very nice hat. congrats for the cover pic. Sounds like a good group of patterns.
    Please sign me up for the giveaway.
    Debi T, Summerfield Fl

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  17. RacheeNovember 28, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    Congrats!
    That hat is cool and I also spied some socks that I want to try.

    Rachee
    Philadelphia, PA

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  18. UnknownNovember 28, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    I LOVE your hat on the cover. Its very striking. I really want this book. the beautiful color and detail of the hat makes you just want to curl up and read the book cover to cover!Please enter me into the giveaway.
    Thank you,
    Tammy in ct.

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  19. KatelynNovember 28, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    This seems like a great book. I love when a bunch of designers get together! This would be great for my last minute Holiday gifting projects! Thanks for the chance to win!-Kate M-Fleetwood, PA

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  20. WaltNovember 28, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    This book looks very exciting, and your hat looks beautiful.

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  21. KatyNovember 28, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    That book looks very exciting, and your hat looks beautiful.

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  22. AnonymousNovember 28, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    The hat is beautiful and looks like something I would enjoy doing. please enter me to win! Thank you!!
    Caryn

    ThePirateHooker on Ravelry.com

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  23. Anna BananasNovember 28, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    CUTE!! I love the bag too!! :-)

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  24. simonaNovember 28, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    I just got into crochet this October, and I'm loving it! Now that I've gotten into making the first few items according to patterns I feel brave enough to shop for books etc.
    Thanks for the neat giveaway, I'd be thrilled to win!
    Simona @ artsyants

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  25. Now Am Found!November 28, 2012 at 10:52 PM

    oh I love the color of that hat. just what i need to make for my darling sister for christmas
    thanks for the great blog
    maura
    tamarac fl

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  26. MelodyNovember 29, 2012 at 3:58 AM

    I would love this book.

    Melody
    Richmond,VA

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  27. UnknownNovember 29, 2012 at 6:20 AM

    The hat is beautiful!

    I love crocheting - it helps me unwind.

    Jamie G
    Pascoag, RI

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  28. MTMomTriciaNovember 29, 2012 at 7:32 AM

    Patricia Suko (MTMomTricia)
    Bozeman, MT

    I've read several blogs that have reviewed your book as well as shown what they've done with a few of the patterns. I'm not a seasoned crocheter, but I love doing hats, and need to go outside my comfort zone. This would be a perfect way to do it!

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  29. BernieNovember 29, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    Wow, Ellen. That is just beautiful. You must be excited to be published, and to have Brett be excited to make one of your hats. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

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  30. Chain Stitch CrochetNovember 29, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    Kathy Prickett
    Springfield GA
    Chainstitch Crochet, formerly Hookin It With Mr Lick Lick

    Love your hat and would love to add this book to my collection!

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  31. CropperhopperNovember 29, 2012 at 1:09 PM

    I love the variety of things to crochet. Your hat is very cute and stylish!

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  32. UnknownNovember 29, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    Whoa..CrochetGeek LOVE!


    your name: Tracy Joyner from www.crochethappy.com

    city/town: Gallatin Tennessee

    identifying detail: Mastermind of www.crochethappy.com and http://asktracyann.crochethappy.com

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  33. CamiNovember 29, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    LOVE this hat! Congratulations on the cover, Ellen! :)

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  34. AnonymousNovember 30, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    I love your hat
    Phyllis k
    Erie michigan

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  35. IesadoraNovember 30, 2012 at 10:47 PM

    I would love to try some of the patterns in this book!!

    Long Beach, CA

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  36. AnonymousDecember 1, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    Love the hat...congratulations! I have had my eye on this book from when it previewed earlier this year!

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  37. AnonymousDecember 2, 2012 at 12:38 AM

    congratulations - beautiful pattern

    Bridget - Tucson, AZ

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  38. UnknownDecember 2, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Hey Girl! Love the cover and I'm sure I'll love the book! Put me in for the giveaway!

    Karla Moeller
    ktmoeller@fuse.net
    Hamilton, OH

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  39. AnonymousDecember 2, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    Gilder A. McCarroll
    San Antonio, TX

    (An unusual first name has its advantages…)

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  40. Tilted CousinsDecember 3, 2012 at 9:46 AM

    I bought the book right away because of your hat on the front cover. Finished my first one last night and will make more. I love it!

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  41. plaincakeDecember 3, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    Your hat is so jaunty!
    Heather C
    Baltimore, MD

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  42. UnknownSeptember 18, 2013 at 6:28 PM

    Ellen, I am confused on a Row in the pattern.

    For Ribbon 3 row 1 it says:
    Dc in 6th ch from hook, dc in next 3 chs; ch 2, sl st on any outer ch-5-edge look of first ribbon to join, ch 2.

    In row 3 it says:
    ...ch 2, sl st in same ch-5-edge loop of 2nd ribbon where previously joined; ch 2.

    In row 1, should I sl st into the 2nd ribbon, not the 1st?

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