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4 June ISSUE

Page 2 Salena Baca

Page 3 Yarn Giveaway Winner!

Page 4 DW7 Poll Winners!

Page 5 Coupons & Shop Links!

Page 6-16 DW7 Patterns!

Page 17 Feedback!

Page 18-19 Crochet Goods I Love Page 20 What’s next?

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Salena Baca

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Congratulations Kortney Burpee!

Design Wars 7 | Yarn Giveaway 4 skeins of Red Heart Yarns Boutique Unforgettable:

Tidal, Dragonfly, Cappuccino, Echo.

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Best Use of Color Did the designer’s piece showcase a creative use and

range of color?

Craftsmanship Does the piece display excellent craftsmanship in

construction? Consider the complexity and execution

of the design.

Stitching and Texture Do the stitches chosen and the overall texture of the

design compliment the yarn and its own textural

attributes?

Originality & Creativity Which design offers a new perspective and broadens

your thinking about how to use this yarn while

inspiring you to participate in creating something

entirely unique and original.

Best Overall Design

The design that receives the most votes by the

conclusion of voting.

Voted best

design overall,

best use of

color, best

stitching &

texture, & most

original!

Voted best

craftsmanship,

second place for

originality &

creativity,

stitching &

texture, and

best overall

design!

Voted

third

place for

best use

of color!

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To celebrate the end of our challenge, be sure to use code

at checkout from for store wide savings! DW7SALE 4-7 June

Every shop is hosting a different sale; check each shop for specific details! Pattern

availability depends on individual shops, so please click on your favorite images from

this challenge to be redirected for sales and individual service, enjoy!

DW7SALE: 4-7 June Look for these icons to see what your favorite shops are offering!

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Inspired by spring flowers, the flower garden throw is elegant and

perfect to decorate a sofa, rocking chair or even an outdoor wooden bench!

It can be made in many sizes and color combinations to match your taste.

Six skeins of Boutique Unforgettable in Parrot were used for the sample

throw.

DW7SALE Get 20%

off all patterns from Just Be Happy

Patterns

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A light and airy piece with a trendy slashed look is perfect for your

spring/summer wardrobe. This triangle infinity scarf can be worked as a

single wrap (for an even lighter look) or a double wrap as shown. Red Heart

Unforgettable yarn makes each piece one of a kind as the color striping

always looks different!

DW7SALE Get 30% off all patterns

from Cuddlepie

Crochet

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Looking to make a scarf, cowl, or wrap? This design looks like a regular

scarf, but with a button closure at the ends it can be worn so many ways.

Worked with two coordinating colors of variegated yarn in a ripple pattern,

you'll never get bored with this project. The name comes from a beach town

that my family and I visit, and the design is perfect for chilly morning walks

on the beach.

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Hank n’ Skein

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Perfect for layering over everything from tank tops and swimsuits in the summer to

turtlenecks and sweaters in the winter, the 'Unforgettable Summer Nights' Circle Shawl can

be made to fit anyone without having to first work a complicated gauge swatch and with the

added bonus of being able to use any hook! To make the featured design simply choose 2

skeins in any of the gorgeous shades of Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable colors, your

favorite crochet hook, and you’re on your way to make your summer evenings

Unforgettable!

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from HodgePodge

Crochet

$5 minimum

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The "V" at the bottom of the top reminded me a princess dress,

(Princess-Priscilla....sounds similar) It can be made in any size, any

yarn weight. I used only two skeins of Red Heart Unforgettable yarn

for the sample. Every time you put a new color tank top underneath

you have a different look! You can even wear it as a vest over a shirt

for an office look. Endless possibilities!

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from

CrocheTrend

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Show your love of crochet and color with the Cascading Tote, available

in two sizes! The coordinating Crochet Hook Case holds up to 12 hooks,

and it has a unique interior design that matches the totes perfectly. This set

is great for many things, but it was designed with my love of taking crochet

everywhere in mind!

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off all patterns

from Crystalized

Designs

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This is a perfect project to welcome a new baby to this world! This style

will fit boys and girls, and will keep baby cozy and stylish! Unforgettable

yarn is very soft, and babies will sure appreciate it. This pattern includes two

sizes: 0-6 months and 6-12 months.

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off all patterns from Mon

Petit Violon

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Inspired by the style of a knitted "wingspan" shawl, this scarf is created

by working triangles one on top of the other. It is worked in short rows and

all in one piece. The "winged" edges and simple shells used in the pattern

give it a very romantic and feminine look. Finished scarf measures approx.

12" wide by 68" long.

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off all patterns

from Holland

Designs

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These booties are great! The best thing about them is how well they

stay on because of the high set strap that is connected to the sole. The

Denise Booties are an easy and functional project for all of our favorite little

people, available in sizes newborn to small child.

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off all patterns

from

Mamachee

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This headband is fun to make and perfect for gift giving. The unique

stitch pattern used gives a wonderful woven look, and it's much easier than

you might think! This project takes very little yarn, so it’s a very quick and

enjoyable item to make, and an instant favorite! Available in toddler/child,

and adult sizes.

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from

Unravel Me

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Dense spirals, overlayed outlines, and delicate netting come together to

create a scarf, throw, blanket or anything that you can think up. Follow Alice

on her journey of imagination and whimsy as you fall into the Wonderland

of color and texture. The pattern includes instructions for both thin and

thick yarn construction.

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off all patterns

from Mad Mad

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“I love your enthusiasm. Makes me

want to stop what I am

knitting and pick up and do what you are sharing.”

- Lori P.

“Design wars is just so creative. The designs are beautiful and Unforgettable is one of my favorite yarns. I can't wait for some of these patterns to become available. I do

appreciate all the hard work that has gone into this project. Thanks to all who helped.”

- Charlotte S.

“I love the camaraderie of the contestants. I love

that they share each other’s designs on their own page, and compliment

their handiwork.”

- Audrey B. H.

“I've enjoyed

following all the

design wars

challenges! I love

the sneak peeks

and the crazy

amounts of talent

shown in the final

reveals! I honestly

don't think I

would change

anything!”

- Jenn D.

“I loved everything. I wouldn’t change a thing :)”

- Heather M.

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June & July > > > 20 June – Chat & magazine subscription giveaway from

Jo Packham of Where Women Create!

4 July – Chat & signed book giveaway from author /

designer Alessandra Hayden!

July – Chat & magazine subscription giveaway from

Claire Montgomerie of Inside Crochet!