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jcrupps · February 27, 2006

this is the afghan that I finished today. Everybody in my house wants to use it tonight, and I say No I want it for me tonight:P . They can use it another night.

Everybody did a wonderful job on there projects. It's so neet to see other peoples work:clap

I've been wanting to do that pattern, it turned out gorgeous! :cheer

artemis · February 27, 2006

This is the best part of the Olympics...seeing everyone's finished work! I feel quite inspired to try some new things. Perhaps I'll try to tackle a wearable like some of the spectacular jackets other Olympians made.

In the real Olympics there are many competitors and only three medal winners. Rather than feeling like "loosers", the non-medaling competitors feel a real sense of accomplishment for having just been picked for the team. We, too, should feel success for entering, starting, learning, being inspired by others, enjoying the spirit of the team and the event. If we also completed our project, then it's the icing on the cake...but not the cake itself.

I personally feel great that I learned how to post a photo. That was a bigger accomplishment for me than completing the afghan. The challenge of the Olympics made me set a deadline to learn that.

Thanks for everyone's support.

jingles96 · February 27, 2006

Hi All!

I hope everybody reached their goal of Olympic goal! I haven't read through the replies, we just go home around midnight last night and fell into bed. I also had NO time for checking mail or the board or Olympic crocheting over the weekend. On the other hand, it was a lovely visit with the parents and my brothers, plus we got a LOT of bridal planning done, and I had a quick dinner chat with one of my bridesmaids. So it was a great trip.

I'm going to need until this evening to look through all the board messages and the 290+ emails (mostly from the Olympic Yahoo Group, but still....). I'll post the Silver & Bronze medal buttons this evening. It's going to take me until probable tomorrow or Wed. to do the random drawing for all the Gold medal finalists.

Once again, congrats to EVERYBODY who participated in this mad goal :hook , and double congrats to everyone who FINISHED. :devil :cheer:clap:hug

Pyogazel · February 27, 2006

I can't believe I missed this thread!!!!

:think :blush :devil

ok, here's my completed olympic project, I made it on time but it has been a true challenge sometimes!

you can read about it on my blog too

Pyogazel · February 27, 2006

:cheer Ive just finished, its been pressed, all the ends woven in and everything!! I'm so pleased - it'll make a great addition to my spring/summer wardrobe!

The main body is variegated fine hanspun yarn from a swap I did with a lovely Danish lady, Lydia.

It is 3/4 length sleeves and the ruffle is DK from my LYS whih I thought contrasted beautifully! I am so happy, particularly as a couple of days ago I didn't think I'd achieve it

Alison

oh! this is lovely, I love the colours!

More photos and details in my blog post here.

This is stunning! Bravo!

Katchan, your shawl is so delicate, lovely!

The yarns were Turquoise and Ginger in Berroco Softwist, an off-white Microspun, and a Dune Trendsetter 'Copper Patina', the last of which is a mohair, acrylic, viscose, nylon, and metallic mix. These yarns were kinda pricey so I was determined to use every little bit and I did (2 hanks of Softwist for each color, 1 of Microspun, and 1 of Dune), using the last bits on a tie. Do you like it with or without the tie?:

With tie:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v194/mwedzi/Crochet/CopyofIM002012.jpg

Side View:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v194/mwedzi/Crochet/CopyofIM002007.jpg

Back View:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v194/mwedzi/Crochet/CopyofIM002008.jpg

I like it better without the tie. Wow, it's amazing. I really like it. :hook Thi sis so hot! I need to do that one! I like it better without the tie though

mamaoso · February 27, 2006

Great job everybody... :applause To all the winners:flower The gold, silver and bronze... :hug All have done some amazing work.. Relax have a :mug then start :hook for :rabbit .

brandeekins · February 27, 2006

I finished my sweater very early, but it's pretty, and I made a matching hat. Here's what I did:

The color is like the first one, not the bottom one. This sweater came from Vannas Favorite Crochet Gifts - it's the Duo Tunic. The hat is from a LA book something like Quick Caps.

crazzy cow · February 27, 2006

Looks great! I recognize that pattern - Diamond Trellis, right? from a Mainstay wrapper I believe? I made it last year...same color too!!

Yes that is the pattern and I used Soft Sage by Caron it took two 1 pound things of yarn. That is a lot of yarn to work with all a once:sweat . My girls want me to make another one for them in all different colors. That will be done maybe for them at Christmas:think

kittin1982 · February 28, 2006

Everyone did amazing.. we all deserve the gold!

RebeccaVelasquez · February 28, 2006

congratulations to you all! your projects were awesome to look at!!!!

WOOHOO!!

jingles96 · February 28, 2006

Hello All!

I'm still wading through the emails, but I've gotten through about half of them. I updated the Crochet Olympics site with the Silver (90-99% complete) and Bronze (80-89% complete) medals - go snag one if you earned it. It's all self-reporting, so be honest!

I'll be doing the random drawing Tuesday or Wednesday, depending on when I finish going through the emails and getting the list all compiled. When I do the drawing, I'll email the winner and post the results on the site, here and on the Yahoo Group. :hook :manyheart

This has been a LOT of fun hosting this CAL. The most fun has been seeing everybody challenge themselves and seeing all the lovely projects that came out as a result. You are all Olympic champions! :manyheart :hug

crochetcottage · February 28, 2006

This has been a LOT of fun hosting this CAL. The most fun has been seeing everybody challenge themselves and seeing all the lovely projects that came out as a result. You are all Olympic champions!

Anna, Thanks so much for hosting our Olympics CAL. I know it took a lot of work setting up the website - not to mention your graciousness in providing web space - you deserve a Special Award for Olympic Overseer :nworthy

C'mon everyone :ghug and :clap :clap :clap !

Thanks again!

goldi316 · February 28, 2006

Anna, Thanks so much for hosting our Olympics CAL. I know it took a lot of work setting up the website - not to mention your graciousness in providing web space - you deserve a Special Award for Olympic Overseer

C'mon everyone and :clap !

Thanks again!

Hear hear! :cheer :cheer:cheer:yay You were a FABULOUS hostess, Anna, especially considering the busyness of your schedule! :manyheart :ty Take a :bow

Pyogazel · February 28, 2006

Anna, Thanks so much for hosting our Olympics CAL. I know it took a lot of work setting up the website - not to mention your graciousness in providing web space - you deserve a Special Award for Olympic Overseer

C'mon everyone and :clap !

Thanks again!

Bravo Anna ! :cheer

artemis · February 28, 2006

C'mon everyone and :clap !

Hip, hip, hooray for Anna!

:yay :yay:yay

Thank you!

thread_zealot · February 28, 2006

Hip, hip, hooray for Anna!
:yay:yay

Thank you!

I agree, thank yo u Anna for all your great help.

:cheer :clap :cheer :clap :cheer :clap

Katchkan · February 28, 2006

Anna, Thanks so much for hosting our Olympics CAL. I know it took a lot of work setting up the website - not to mention your graciousness in providing web space - you deserve a Special Award for Olympic Overseer

C'mon everyone and :clap !

Thanks again!

We could not of done it without you. Thank you, :hug

Thank you, :hug

Thank you, :hug

jcrupps · February 28, 2006

I can't believe I missed this thread!!!!

ok, here's my completed olympic project, I made it on time but it has been a true challenge sometimes!

you can read about it on my blog too

[/QUOTBeautiful, absoutely beautiful!! Can't wait to see the pattern,

jcrupps · February 28, 2006

I finished my sweater very early, but it's pretty, and I made a matching hat. Here's what I did:

The color is like the first one, not the bottom one. This sweater came from Vannas Favorite Crochet Gifts - it's the Duo Tunic. The hat is from a LA book something like Quick Caps.

Beautiful!!!

Elizabeth · February 28, 2006

I agree, thank yo u Anna for all your great help.

WOO HOO Anna!! :hug

Thank you!! :cheer

jingles96 · February 28, 2006

Awww....ya'll are making me blush! And tear up.... :blush

Thank you! :manyheart It was enjoyable and just seeing everybody get all fired up and crocheting their hearts out was worth it. :hook :hug

eurolyons · February 28, 2006

Anna, you really did a wonderful job pulling this all together, so a great big thank you from me too...

kazily · February 28, 2006

Anna, you did a fantastic job as Olympic Leader & organizer! Thank you!

I just emailed you with my blog link & FO info. Sorry I missed that we needed to email you.

Everyone did a great job on their projects! And Anna--your sweater is so gorgeous, it'll be worth the wait!

vernzap · February 28, 2006

Yes, thank you Anna! You did a wonderful job, and I had a blast participating with so many other wonderful crocheters. :clap :yay :clap

BarbaraJean · February 28, 2006

Anna, you did a fantastic job as Olympic Leader & organizer! Thank you!

I agree! Thanks for a fun challenge! :clap

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