Oh my goodness.  I can't believe that we are done with this wonderful journey and we each have two lovely wraps to keep or share.  And since you've done them once, you can go ahead and make more and more!  That was kind of the point of this Holiday Crochet Along - to provide you with pieces you can make fairly quickly and give as gifts!

Your Instructions:  

1. Enter to win the giveaway by the end of the day on Nov. 19, 2016 using the Rafflecopter widget below.  To earn extra entries, link to pictures of your finished objects in the comments.

Win What?

Each prize is fabulous and different and each one has different shipping restrictions.  Click on links below and scroll down for full descriptions.

1. Shipping Worldwide: Three Skeins of Tatamy Tweed by Kraemer Yarns in Rose and Taupe.
2. Shipping Worldwide: Three Skeins of Tatamy Tweed by Kraemer Yarns in Blue Jean and Taupe.
3. Shipping to North America: Two Skeins of Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend by Fairmount Fibers in your choice of color.
4. Shipping to the U.S. and Canada:  A Eucalan Gift Pack. 
5. Shipping to the United States:  A Unicorn Clean 4 oz. Gift Set.
6. Shipping to the United States:  A Unicorn Clean 4 oz. Gift Set. (Same as above)

Pictures of Your Finished Objects

Optional:  Please link to pictures of your finished "All the Stars Above" and/or "Lace Ripple Fans" by copying and pasting the URL to your photo in the comment section, then earn 3 entries for each finished object by pasting your link into the Rafflecopter widget.  I really want to see your work and I will visit your blog or page to Ooo and Ahh over your pieces! 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

And, of course, thanks so much to each of our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns

Unicorn Clean

Let's keep the conversation going.   If you're not already a member of the CGOA Crochet Along Facebook group or Ravelry group, please join us so we can all stitch together!   Do you want to connect with me on social media?  Caissa (@artlikebread) can be found on facebook, and Instagram.  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education. 

Winter '16 Holiday Crochet Along: Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette Part Two!

Yeee!  We're almost done with our crochet along!  We are moving quickly through the stitches and this one works up smoothly.  I love the open stitch pattern.  How's it going for you? 

If you'd like, you can see the entire crochet along schedule & details about getting started here.

Lace Ripple Fans is a versatile, rectangular-shaped shawlette stitched in a lovely, open lace pattern.  Stitched in long rows using DK weight yarn and a big hook, the piece works up quickly and can be styled in many ways.  Whether loosely wrapped around the neck like a cowl, or draped over the shoulders and styled with a pin, this piece is a showstopper.  Enjoy crocheting this gorgeous piece and you'll want to make more!

We'll be crocheting this in just two parts: doing half in one week, and half + finishing in the second week.  So in just two weeks, you will have a lovely, new accessory to gift or wear.

Your instructions for this week:  

1. Crochet rows 8-13 of Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette, block and add ribbon!

2. Share progress pictures and ask questions in the Facebook group and in our Ravelry thread.  We'll help each other out!

You Could Win!

We are very fortunate that we have several excellent sponsors who have really stepped up to make this CAL lots of fun for us!  At the end of the CAL, you can enter to win a fantastic prize package!!

And, of course, thanks so much to each of our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns

Unicorn Clean

Let's keep the conversation going.   If you're not already a member of the CGOA Crochet Along Facebook group or Ravelry group, please join us so we can all stitch together!   Do you want to connect with me on social media?  Caissa (@artlikebread) can be found on facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat (It's fun!).  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education. 

Winter '16 Holiday Crochet Along: Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette Part One

Oh my goodness!  Can you believe that we are already done with one gorgeous piece?  Hopefully you are having fun showing off your finished shawls and now you're ready to make a quick and pretty Shawlette!  

If you'd like, you can see the entire crochet along schedule & details about getting started here.

Lace Ripple Fans is a versatile, rectangular-shaped shawlette stitched in a lovely, open lace pattern.  Stitched in long rows using DK weight yarn and a big hook, the piece works up quickly and can be styled in many ways.  Whether loosely wrapped around the neck like a cowl, or draped over the shoulders and styled with a pin, this piece is a showstopper.  Enjoy crocheting this gorgeous piece and you'll want to make more!

We'll be crocheting this in just two parts: doing half in one week, and half + finishing in the second week.  So in just two weeks, you will have a lovely, new accessory to gift or wear.

Your instructions for this week:  

1. Crochet rows 1-7 of Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette

2. Share progress pictures and ask questions in the Facebook group and in our Ravelry thread.  We'll help each other out!

You Could Win!

We are very fortunate that we have several excellent sponsors who have really stepped up to make this CAL lots of fun for us!  At the end of the CAL, you can enter to win a fantastic prize package!!

And, of course, thanks so much to each of our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns

Unicorn Clean

Let's keep the conversation going.   If you're not already a member of the CGOA Crochet Along Facebook group or Ravelry group, please join us so we can all stitch together!   Do you want to connect with me on social media?  Caissa (@artlikebread) can be found on facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat (It's fun!).  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education. 

Winter '16 Holiday Crochet Along: All the Stars Above - Finishing

Hooray!  Now that you've crocheted the entire base, you can finish your gorgeous shawl inspired by all the stars in the sky!

If you'd like, you can see the entire crochet along schedule & details about getting started here.

All the Stars Above is a beautiful, L-shaped shawl made using a large hook and DK weight yarn for elegant drape. 

We have been crocheting this beauty in three parts: doing half in one week, half in the second week, (pausing a week to catch up), and doing all the finishing in the final week.  So by the end of October, you should have a lovely shawl to wear or share.

Your instructions for this week:  

1. Complete your finishing for All the Stars Above.

2. Share progress pictures and ask questions in the Facebook group and in our Ravelry thread.  We'll help each other out!
3. If you haven't already, gather materials for our next project - Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette by Susan White Sullivan.

Join one of our groups and join in on the fun! 

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CGOACALs/
Rav Group: http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/cgoa-crochet-guild-of-america/topics/3500798 

You Could Win!

We are very fortunate that we have several excellent sponsors who have really stepped up to make this CAL lots of fun for us!  At the end of the CAL, you can enter to win a fantastic prize package!!

Our friends at Unicorn Clean (formerly Unicorn Fibre) are offering two wonderful 4 oz prize packs with samples of Power Scour, Fibre Wash, and Fibre Rinse.  Each pack also includes a cute, stuffed unicorn and is packaged in a gift box!

  

Unicorn Clean is offering shipment to the anywhere in the United States!  This adorable unicorn toy really takes this to the next level.  I love the idea of having all of these different formulas for your different laundry needs, but also having a cute pal to help you with your laundering. :)

And, of course, thanks so much to each of our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns

Unicorn Clean

The CAL is not over yet!  We're digging into a luscious new pattern next week!

Let's keep the conversation going.   If you're not already a member of the CGOA Crochet Along Facebook group or Ravelry group, please join us so we can all stitch together!   Do you want to connect with me on social media?  Caissa (@artlikebread) can be found on facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat (It's fun!).  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education. 

Winter '16 Holiday Crochet Along: All the Stars Above - Part Three

How have you been keeping up?  It depends on how quickly you crochet, but I think we might need a little more time with this pattern.   What do you think?

If you'd like, you can see the entire crochet along schedule & details about getting started here.

All the Stars Above is a beautiful, L-shaped shawl made using a large hook and DK weight yarn for elegant drape. 

We have been crocheting this beauty in three parts: doing half in one week, half in the second week, (pausing a week to catch up), and doing all the finishing in the final week.  So by the end of October, you should have a lovely shawl to wear or share.

Your instructions for this week (until October 22):  

1. Catch up on any crocheting for All the Stars Above.

2. Share progress pictures and ask questions in the Facebook group and in our Ravelry thread.  We'll help each other out!

Join one of our groups and join in on the fun! 

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CGOACALs/
Rav Group: http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/cgoa-crochet-guild-of-america/topics/3500798 

You Could Win!

We are very fortunate that we have several excellent sponsors who have really stepped up to make this CAL lots of fun for us!  At the end of the CAL, you can enter to win a fantastic prize package!!

Eucalan is well known and trusted by yarn crafters to take care of their precious creations.  This is a product I use and I love it because it is no-rinse and it is great for blocking and handwashing!  Eucalan is offering a prize gift pack.

  

“This set of 5 bottles of Eucalan is neatly packaged in a clear re-usable zip bag in each of our scents. The Gift Pack is a popular item for gift-giving - include it with a cute baby item, beautiful lingerie or the lovely sweater you've knit.”

Eucalan is generously offering shipment to the United States and Canada!  I am eyeing this gift pack because think of how cool it would be to have a travel-sized bottle to bring with you on a trip.  Or also how extra special it would be to add a bottle to your handmade gifts.  I really like how this item can take handmade creations to the next level.  

And, of course, thanks so much to each of our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns

Unicorn Clean

Let's keep the conversation going.   If you're not already a member of the CGOA Crochet Along Facebook group or Ravelry group, please join us so we can all stitch together!   Do you want to connect with me on social media?  Caissa (@artlikebread) can be found on facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat (It's fun!).  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education. 

Winter '16 Holiday Crochet Along: All the Stars Above - Part Two

So how is your hook?  I have been loving working the beautiful star stitch in All the Stars Above pattern.  

If you'd like, you can see the entire crochet along schedule & details about getting started here.

All the Stars Above is a beautiful, L-shaped shawl made using a large hook and DK weight yarn for elegant drape.  If you're familiar with the star stitch, you'll adore its relaxing repetition.  If you're new to the star stitch, you'll have a new skill to add to your crochet knowledge base.  

We'll be crocheting this beauty in three parts: doing half in one week, half in the second week, (pausing a week to catch up), and doing all the finishing in the final week.  So by the end of October, you should have a lovely shawl to wear or share.

Your instructions for this week:  

1. Crochet rows 34-80 of All the Stars Above

2. Share progress pictures and ask questions in the Facebook group and in our Ravelry thread.  We'll help each other out!

Stitch with us!  It is not too late to join! 

Join one of our groups and join in on the fun! 

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CGOACALs/
Rav Group: http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/cgoa-crochet-guild-of-america/topics/3500798 

You Could Win!

We are very fortunate that we have several excellent sponsors who have really stepped up to make this CAL lots of fun for us!  At the end of the CAL, you can enter to win a fantastic prize package!!

Fairmount Fibers is the US distributor of the luscious Manos del Uruguay yarns. They are offering a prize package consisting of two skeins of their new Silk Blend in winner’s choice of color, semi-solid, or space-dyed. This is enough to make the Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette!  Are you squealing yet?

"New for 2016: Soft and shiny, Silk Blend gives good stitch definition to cables and other texture patterns. Its jewel-like colors work beautifully in stranded colorwork designs."

Ask yourself if you'd like two skeins of Manos del Uruguay in silk.  If yes, and if you live in North America, you could win! I think it's awesome that you get to pick out whatever color you want.  So many possibilities... 

And, of course, thanks so much to each of our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns

Unicorn Clean

Let's keep the conversation going.   If you're not already a member of the CGOA Crochet Along Facebook group or Ravelry group, please join us so we can all stitch together!   Do you want to connect with me on social media?  Caissa (@artlikebread) can be found on facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat (It's fun!).  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education. 

Winter '16 Holiday Crochet Along: All the Stars Above - Part One

Are you ready?  I am so excited to get this crochet along going, so let's get our hooks moving on the lovely All the Stars Above pattern.  

If you'd like, you can see the entire crochet along schedule & details about getting started here.

All the Stars Above is a beautiful, L-shaped shawl made using a large hook and DK weight yarn for elegant drape.  If you're familiar with the star stitch, you'll adore its relaxing repetition.  If you're new to the star stitch, you'll have a new skill to add to your crochet knowledge base.  

We'll be crocheting this beauty in three parts: doing half in one week, half in the second week, (pausing a week to catch up), and doing all the finishing in the final week.  So by the end of October, you should have a lovely shawl to wear or share.

Your instructions for this week:  

1. Download the CGOA Across the Board 2016 e-book.  (free to CGOA Members)

2. Crochet rows 1-33 of All the Stars Above

3. Share progress pictures and ask questions in the Facebook group and in our Ravelry thread.  We'll help each other out!

Stitch with us!  It is not too late to join! 

Join one of our groups and join in on the fun! 

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CGOACALs/
Rav Group: http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/cgoa-crochet-guild-of-america/topics/3500798 

You Could Win!

We are very fortunate that we have several excellent sponsors who have really stepped up to make this CAL lots of fun for us!  At the end of the CAL, you can enter to win a fantastic prize package!!

Kraemer Yarns is generously offering two prize packages, each containing three skeins of Tatamy Tweed DK weight yarn!  If you win, your prize will consist of either two skeins of Rose and one skein of Taupe or two skeins of Blue Jeans and one skein of Taupe.   

"Tatamy Tweed is a D.K. weight, easy-care, cotton/acrylic blend. It comes in 28 lovely colors ranging from bright and playful to neutral earthy tones, all with small flecks spun right into the yarn. Because Tatamy Tweed is machine washable, it is an excellent choice for everyday garments. It is fabulous for summer sweaters, tops, hats, and even skirts! When you don't want the overwhelming warmth of wool, Tatamy Tweed is a cool, easy-care solution. Made in the U.S.A."

Excitingly, there are no shipping restrictions on this prize, so it is open to our friends worldwide!  You should definitely check out the Kraemer Yarns webpage and see what they have to offer.  It's a fun place to get lost dreaming... 

And, of course, thanks so much to each of our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns

Unicorn Clean

Let's keep the conversation going.   If you're not already a member of the CGOA Crochet Along Facebook group or Ravelry group, please join us so we can all stitch together!   Do you want to connect with me on social media?  Caissa (@artlikebread) can be found on facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat (It's fun!).  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education. 

CGOA Winter '16 Holiday Crochet Along - Introduction

Hey!  With two successful CALs under our belts, let's round out the year with another fun one!  Excitingly, this is a Holiday CAL and will be finished before Thanksgiving, so that you have plenty of time to finish and send your pieces before the December holidays. 

Did you know that the 2016 Across the Board Pattern Book is out?  It is out and it is lovely!  Containing six wonderful shawl and wrap patterns written by the CGOA Board of Directors, the e-book is absolutely free to CGOA members.  These patterns are so pretty, and I can see crocheting each one for someone different.  The only difficult decision is where to start!  

Well, you can start here with the Crochet Along!  Over the next six weeks (October 1 - November 12), we will be crocheting both the "All the Stars Above" shawl by Karen McKenna and the "Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette" by Susan White Sullivan.

How to Join the CAL

You can crochet on your own, but why not join us?  Check out the Ravelry thread or our Facebook group to chat, ask questions, and share your progress. We are psyched to see what you do!

Share your progress on social media with hashtag #cgoaholidaycal.  Link back to this post so other crocheters can join in. We're looking forward to crocheting with you.

Supply List

We are crocheting two pieces.  For the "All the Stars Above" shawl by Karen McKenna, you will need 

• a yarn needle
• an L/11 (8mm) hook
• about 936 yards of DK weight yarn comparable to Skacel Simplicity Tonal

For the "Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette" by Susan White Sullivan, you will need 

• a yarn needle
• a K/10.5 (6.5mm) hook 
• about 262 yards of DK weight yarn comparable to LB Collection Angora

Winter 2016 Holiday CAL Schedule

Sept. 26 – Intro post: CAL schedule, materials list, & prize list!
Oct. 1 – "All the Stars Above" shawl by Karen McKenna (Rows 1-32)
Oct. 8 – Part 2 "All the Stars Above" shawl by Karen McKenna (Rows 33-80)
Oct. 22 – Finishing "All the Stars Above" shawl by Karen McKenna (Edging & Fringe)
Oct. 29– Beginning "Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette" by Susan White Sullivan (Rows 1-7)
Nov. 5 – Finishing "Lace Ripple Fans Shawlette" by Susan White Sullivan (Rows 8-13, blocking, and ribbon)
Nov. 12 – Giveaway entry deadline
Nov. 19 – Wrap up post / prize winner announcements.

You Could Win!

We are very fortunate that we have four excellent sponsors who are tempting us with five fantastic prize packages!  At the end of the CAL, you can enter to win!

Next Steps: Download your copy of the CGOA 2016 Across the Board Pattern Book at crochet.org, join the CGOA facebook group, gather your materials and get ready to go!  If you want to swatch, you can begin by swatching.

Thanks so much to the rest of the CGOA Now! blogger team for their support, especially Stitches'N'Scraps for finding giveaway sponsors.

And, of course, thanks so much to our giveaway sponsors:

Crochet Guild of America

Eucalan

Fairmount Fibers

Kraemer Yarns (2)

Unicorn Clean

I don't know about you, but I am super-excited to get this CAL going.  Questions? Leave a comment here on the blog, in the Ravelry thread, or on the CGOA facebook page!  Do you want to connect on social media?  I can be found on facebook, Instagram, and SnapChat (It's fun!).  Join my newsletter about crafts, crochet, and education.