NOW PUBLISHED Filet Crochet Shawl Original design

[Katchkan]

I was beginning to wonder if I was ever going to get to complete this. It was one of those projects that kept getting put on the back burner. But I finally got it done early this morning.
I am calling it Autumn Sensations. It is done in size 10 Monaco raylon that I got from Jaclim in a rich gold color, Nice Thread Jackie. I used a size 4 hook. It is trimmed with beads on the edging. Measures 69 inches wide by 30 inches long. When my Dh first saw it on the back of the couch he went WOW!!!! and I was so touched as he rarely gets to excited over my stuff anymore, He just sees so much of it. So for me to get that sort of response from him was worth a lot. Hope you all like it too.

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I am so excited, I am bouncing off the walls. I Submitted this design to the Crochet Guild of America, I was informed this morning that it had been accepted. So I am offically going to be published. I can't believe it.

Well I recieved my copy of the pattern yesterday and wanted to share my excitement with all of you who have been so supportive. I probably would never of sent the pattern in if it wasn't for all of your encouragement. I owe you all a lot.
It is really something to see your own design in print for the very first time. I can't describe the feeling. Overwhelming?

[Niccers]

Absolutely stunning! What a gorgeous color! Love the beading.

[RachelG]

Wooooooooooowwww! That is so intricate and amazing!!!!!!! :clap :clap:clap

[swapnae]

I'd go wow! too!! Lovely work, Kathy!

[Hooker]

Oh!!! I'm looking for a filet shawl to make for Christmas! Do you have the pattern written down?

[faithpa76]

WOW is right!! That is absolutely stunning, Kathy!

[eurolyons]

I love it! Very, very nice...beading is a nice touch!

[momofgmd]

That is gorgeous. I love the shawl, and I have to say your necklace also caught my eye as well -- beautiful! Your talent is amazing. Great job! :U

[fran]

It is so beautiful. You are an amazing artist.

[PaganBaby69]

Hi, I have been admiring your work for a while now! I just joined the forum so this is my first official WOW!!!!


PaganBaby69

[Kimi]

totally awestruck.....wow is right!

[yarncat]

Stunning shawl,Kathy!

[smyz64]

Beautiful, Kathy, and it looks really nice on you. Isn't that great when those close to you can get excited about something you've created? :c9

[mimi_mia]

Kathy, that is amazing, you did a beautiful job on the shawl :manyheart love the beads.........I see you're wearing your snood, It looks so nice on you :yay

[sunshine1977]

Oh Kathy...That is just spectacular!! Your talent amazes me!!

Laurie:hook

[dennymare]

Absolutely stunning, I am constantly amazed at your skill. I am in awe.:yay :cheer

Mary

[threeolivemartini]

OMG how insanely beautiful is that ..

[123mama]

One word beautiful.:manyheart

sondra

[Michelle Myers]

"Wow" is definitely the right word. Just gorgeous.

[dogymom]

Oh Kathy, It's absolutely gorgeous!!!!:manyheart It must have taken quite a while to make!

[quirkyvirgo]

Wow, that is amazing. :cheer I love the beadwork you incorporated.

[Katchkan]

:rose Thanks everyone for all your encouraging remarks. You have no idea what your comments mean to me. :rose I value your opinons greatly. :hug Thanks again, :rose

[Lowrancer]

ok that was so nice i have to hide this pic from my wife or else i will have another WIP

[khourtniey]

I dont just like it Im in awe over it!! That is awesome!

[dixieredhead]

:cheer Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!:cheer

[monael]

I :manyheart it! You are so talented. Honestly, with all the cruddy stuff I see in the mags and books being published, you should be publishing. If any artist deserves to be paid for this, it's you. Seriously.

[thecrochetdude]

:nworthy Absolutely amazing!! Such talent! :nworthy

[StitchLuva]

I have to say wow also. I wonder if non-crocheters can appreciate the amount of work and talent involved in this. I am not worthy! :)

[bythehook]

Absolutely stunning!

[jaclim]

WOW!!!!! It's absolutely gorgeous, Kathy! I've been waiting what you will make out of the threads you ordered and this turned out beautiful!!!!

[AshEgypt]

:eek Wow! That's amazing - love the color too. :) Isn't fileting great?

:frog

[Celestial Seasonings]

gorgeous as always, kathy! you should start a line ;-)

[crochetingfool]

Wow! Beautiful job. It looks great on you too. :cheer

[marymac]

Just beautiful, and worth the work!

[crochetaddict033]

Honestly, you continue to amaze me. You are one talented lady and I love seeing all of your work. Thank you for sharing. It is a beautiful shawl, and it looks great on you:) . That is the perfect name for it, too!

[mythunderbird]

kathy omg that is so awesome, you :2rock :2rock :2rock :2rock girl, i am in awe of your talent. great job:manyheart :manyheart

[goldi316]

:faintI can't even find words sufficiently superlative to describe this, Kathy! It's stunningly gorgeous! Yeah, your husband got it right - and it looks wonderful on you! :nworthy:clap

I am in awe...

[Kathleen]

Once again.. you have shown your skill! It is absolutely stunning!

[kariholtz]

OK, everyone has pretty much said what I would say but let me add this:

Holy flying catchow that shawl is totally gorgeous, no it's exquisite and I had to go look that word up so I spelled it right! lol
It's beyond beautiful. I am :drool :drool and would like to add into the chiming chorus that if you write down the pattern let me know!

[Terri/LadySorce]

o0o0o0o... that is very nice

Great Job :cheer

[TXyarnelf]

OMG, that's gorgeous! :hug

[Katchkan]

Again Thanks everyone. This place is so wonderful compared to some of the other forums. Your support is refreshing and encouraging. Hi, I have been admiring your work for a while now! I just joined the forum so this is my first official WOW!!!!I feel honored to be your first Offical WOW!!! Thanks PaganBaby 69
I :manyheart it! You are so talented. Honestly, with all the cruddy stuff I see in the mags and books being published, you should be publishing. If any artist deserves to be paid for this, it's you. Seriously.
Monael:hug You brought tears to my eyes Thanks for such kind thoughts.I do intend to give it my best shot. Lets hope they are as kind as you.
Holy flying catchow that shawl is totally gorgeous, no it's exquisite and I had to go look that word up so I spelled it right! lol
It's beyond beautiful. I am :drool :drool and would like to add into the chiming chorus that if you write down the pattern let me know!
Kari, The pattern is written and is already in the hands of testers.
Thanks again one and all, You are beginning to give me faith in myself,:hug Thanks that is a great gift you give.

[mamaoso]

The shawl is absolutely beautiful...

[Irene]

Kathy: your shawl is very elegant. I like the color, the beads, the design, everything!! :flower You have very blessed hands

Irene

[vernzap]

It is beautiful!

[smyz64]

"Kari, The pattern is written and is already in the hands of testers."

:clap :cheer YEEHAW!!!

[Crafterlady46]

It's beautiful. I love the color. Nice job!!

[Cordelia]

Man, Kathy....that is so stunning! I am in total awe of your talent. Keep 'em coming girl! You are fabulous!:clap

[LuCee]

Stunning !!!! Great job

LuCee

[Yarnster]

BEAUTIFUL!!!

I love all your work :manyheart And your shawl is absolutely gorgeous!!

[Julie]

Ooh Kathy, that is stunning! I want one!! :drool

[vigilant20]

Wow. That's just amazing!

[moonrhythm]

this is absolutely the most beautiful piece i've seen in a while! and an original! and it looks stunning on you... and you too, are very beautiful. oh and i love the necklace you're wearing in the pic. * sending mad props your way~*

[vhanna26]

Very lovely work:manyheart . I love the beads, and the color is great for Fall.

[FelixLake]

WOW!!! Don't know what else to say! It has to be the best looking shawl I've seen. :manyheart

[truelove730]

That is stunning. You did an amazing job. I love the color and the beading is so nice. Great work!

[Empress Busy Bee]

Beautiful!!!

[bubblefizz]

:eek :eek
WOW..............Stunning shawl, and what a fantastic color :cheer
its gorgeous, well done :hug

[Crochetangy]

it is stunning!

[Qmare]

Impressive and elegant. Excellent work. You have made an heirloom! :nworthy

[emeraldmoon]

STUNNING.. and your husband is so right WOW.....

[crochetrae]

Very impressive - very elegant. You are truly a master in your art.:bow

Susan

[noricum]

Wow!

[MorMonsen]

I have to agree with your DH and say WOW myself!!! It is beautiful!!!

[DawnsRays]

That is really beautiful!

~DAWN

[sunshine1977]

Kathy - You are truly blessed with a talent not many people have...Your beaded purses are absolutely stunning, but your filet shawl is beyond words! Your gorgeous pieces speak loudly of your love for the art - Absolutely amazing!

Laurie:hook

[Tiggzie]

That is absolutely amazing. I'm speechless...and that's a feat all it's own :lol

You are truly an amazing and talented (and beautiful!) woman. Anyone who wouldn't jump at the chance to publish this somewhere is a fool.

[mseavey2]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!GREAT JOB! That is beautiful.

[threeolivemartini]

Holy flying catchow heheh.. kari .. my grandpa used to say that .. he was from missouri too !!




secondly and most important..

and i cant believe i missed it the first time i looked (yes i have come back to this several times.. debating if i really wanted to do something in thread like that )

but HOLY CRAP!! i totally missed the chocker you have on


GORGEOUS as well !!! how did i miss that ?

[Katchkan]

I am so excited, :jumpyay I am bouncing off the walls. :bounceI Submitted this design to the Crochet Guild of America, I was informed this morning that it had been accepted. So I am offically going to be published. I can't believe it.:dance

:tyI want to Thank everyone for all the encouragement. :day I never would have had the courage to try without all the positive reenforcement you all have given me. :hug

[Celestial Seasonings]

That's wonderful! I'm so excited for you, Kathy! Your designs are beautiful:manyheart

[RachelG]

Published??!!! Oh wow, good for you!!!!!!! :cheer:cheer:cheer:cheer:cheer

[crochetdiva]

I am so excited, I am bouncing off the walls. I Submitted this design to the Crochet Guild of America, I was informed this morning that it had been accepted. So I am offically going to be published. I can't believe it.

Congratulations!!! I am so pleased for you!!!

[Julie]

Kathy, it is more than worthy of being published, congratulations!!! :cheer :clap :cheer I'm so happy for you!!

[Kimi]

congratulations on being published...this is such a beautiful piece...im not surprised at all!

[threeolivemartini]

totally not surprised .. you could probably do a whole book on your own !!

[sunshine1977]

:cheer:cheer:cheer Congratulations Kathy!! I am so happy for you, and I am thrilled you can share your wonderful talent and beautiful shawl with a BIG audience!!:yay:yay:hug:yay:yay

Laurie:hook

[jaclim]

Congratulations, Kathy! You certainly deserve to have your beautiful creations published! How about an autographed copy? lol!

[Tampa Doll]

I am speachless. That is absolutely gorgeous. I love the warm gold color.:)


Also congrats on being published. You deserve it.:cheer

[Hooker]

That's fantastic! You deserve it, your patterns are great, you have a great eye for design.

[divaborn]

Congratulations!!!! Your work is AMAZING and you certainly deserve to be published!!!!P.S. The shawl is outstanding - so detailed and intricate. The color is beautiful as well.

[dixieredhead]

Congrats!!!!! You deserve the recognition!:cheer I'm so happy for you!!!!!!:hug

[goldi316]

Oh wow, Kathy! I am THRILLED for you! :cheer:cheer:cheer This is so exciting! I too am wanting an autographed copy, do let us know when it comes out so I can get in line for it. :yay This is one shawl I definitely want to make as soon as possible, it's just too gorgeous for words! :hook:c9

[crochetlady]

WOW! I sure missed this lovely post! Its awesome and being published ! Way to go Kathy! Could you tell me how to add beads so they look like yours? I mean did you sew the beads or crochet them into the piece? Very well done as always!

hugs
Vims

[Katchkan]

Could you tell me how to add beads so they look like yours? I mean did you sew the beads or crochet them into the piece?

They are strung onto the thread and crocheted into place.

[Tikki]

Wow! That is just so pretty! Congratulations!

[mg6000]

Congratulations on your success! The shawl is absolutely stunning.

[Crochet4me]

I've been lurking here for about a month and like a few others, finally signed up in response to this thread to say OMG! That is gorgeous and bravo!!!! :clap

I tried my first thread crochet (a round white meshy tablecloth with a pineapple border) almost 15 years ago (doesn't seem like it :eek) and was fascinated wtih the whole process of working that, although it took forever. The center part of it appears to be what everyone is calling filet (solid parts amongst a design). I think that once I get it washed and bleached, I'll post a pic.

I still have a spool or two of extra #10 white cotton that I bought to make something else some day. Some day.... :P This pattern would be great for so many things! :hook

[Katchkan]

I've been lurking here for about a month and like a few others, finally signed up in response to this thread to say OMG! That is gorgeous and bravo!!!! :clap

I tried my first thread crochet (a round white meshy tablecloth with a pineapple border) almost 15 years ago (doesn't seem like it :eek) and was fascinated wtih the whole process of working that, although it took forever. The center part of it appears to be what everyone is calling filet (solid parts amongst a design). I think that once I get it washed and bleached, I'll post a pic.

I still have a spool or two of extra #10 white cotton that I bought to make something else some day. Some day.... :P This pattern would be great for so many things! :hook
Welcome to Crochetville. I feel honored to be your first post and to bring you out of the Kingdom of Lurk.
We will all look forward to your pictures and post in the future.

[monael]

Congratulations! :yay You are so deserving of this! I am excited for you. This is just one of many more to come :yay :yay :flower :h5

[Karen C.]

That is simply beautiful; great job!

[Crochet4me]

Welcome to Crochetville. I feel honored to be your first post and to bring you out of the Kingdom of Lurk.
We will all look forward to your pictures and post in the future.

Thanks for the welcome! :D This is such a great place. With so many of us having had to learn how to do needlework the old-fashioned way over the decades, often stumbling along by ourselves, it's good to see a universal place where there's so much positivity and help and support 24/7 for anyone new to crocheting and other needle crafts. :hook

Look forward to the publication and congrats! :yay

[Kimberly]

Oh wow Kathy!! My computer has been down and this is the first chance I've had to get on-line and see this masterpiece of yours! Way to go!!!! It is absolutely stunning!!! :clap Congratulations on being published!!!! You more than deserve that! Your designs are always so wonderful and awe inspiring! :hug

[cat_haven]

Breathtakingly beautiful... Amazing talent. Thank you for sharing.

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[crochetlady]

They are strung onto the thread and crocheted into place.

thanks kathy!

hugs
Vims:manyheart

[kariholtz]

Congrats on being published.

[klouised]

WooHoo! I'm so happy for you Kathy. You definately deserve it. Way to go!

[DesertCrocheter]

Congratulations, Kathy! Your shawl is gorgeous and you deserve the recognition. Your work always amazes me. :clap Patty

[mythunderbird]

kathy, thats is fantastic news. you did a great job as always. i admire your talent very much. i love the things you make and am so happy for you that you were accepted. i think they know a good thing when they see it:lol :lol , bet you sell lots more patterns. congratulations once again and thanks for sharing it with us:hug :hug

[gingerchai]

i really like your shawl. the color is unexpected and the design is both modern and bit old fashioned too. it makes me want to try something with thread. i lobe the subtle beads along the edge. amazing and beautiful. :c9
tracy

[rebeccav]

wow wow wow

i don't know where i was when this was first posted, but i am so glad julie blogged about it, otherwise i wouldn't have seen it. absolutely beautiful!!!

[luckygrrl]

Truly amazing. What a wonderful and unique item!!

[tezen]

wow is that gorgeous :dance

[styledbykristin]

Excellent job. In what medium will your work be published? Please share with us, so we may see and/or purchase the pattern in publication.

Congratulations on your success.

Kristin

[crochet mama]

Wonderful job! Congrats. It is simply beautiful. :yay:

[Katchkan]

Excellent job. In what medium will your work be published? Please share with us, so we may see and/or purchase the pattern in publication.
Congratulations on your success.
Kristin

The shawl will be added to the CGOA pattern line. I am not sure when It will come out. But my deadline is Dec 1st.
CGOA Link
http://www.crochet.org/index.shtml
from the CGOA website

The CGOA Pattern Line is sold through yarn shops, catalogs, trade and consumer shows and the CGOA website. This pattern line promotes crochet by introducing crocheters everywhere to the excellence in design available through CGOA's designers.

[luckygrrl]

Really and truly brilliant. I can't imagine having that kind of talent. One of the most gorgeous items I've seen in a long time. Such a work of art to be proud of!

[mimicat]

Congratulations! You have such great talent!:yay:cheer :clap I'm envious - I have the Monaco raylon threads here, but without a pattern I can't come up with something even half as beautiful :(

[gramcar3]

Katy, that is beautiful. Congratulations on being published. You do fantastic work.:cheer:clap

[justwantacraft]

Congradulations ! Its truly beautifull:hook

[sissymamma]

I am so excited, I am bouncing off the walls. I Submitted this design to the Crochet Guild of America, I was informed this morning that it had been accepted. So I am offically going to be published. I can't believe it.
Kathy,
I can certainly believe it! All of your work is beautiful and this shawl is no exception. Your husband's first response was exactly the same as mine: WOW! I'll certainly be watching for when it is published ... as soon as you know, please let us know!

[CarolL]

Congrats!!!:cheer A beautiful design love the beading on the ends.

:clap

[dixieredhead]

:clap :clap CONGRATS!!!! :cheer :cheer

[Mel2nsluvsCrochet]

Its beautiful, Kathy!

[auntbubbels]

congratulations - all your work is so beautiful

[cazmc]

kudos! :bow

[lyrakristine]

Congratulations! And it's absolutely beautiful. :heart

[Lorrie]

That is stunning. I love he beads. :manyheart

[fuzzy ferret]

Oh thats beautiful! Very intricate! Congratulations your being published!! :hug :clap


Krystal

[quirkyvirgo]

That is absolutely stunning! :cheer

Many congrats on getting published! :yay

[Katchkan]

Well I recieved my copy of the pattern yesterday and wanted to share my excitement with all of you who have been so supportive. I probably would never of sent the pattern in if it wasn't for all of your encouragement. I owe you all a lot. :hug

It is really something to see your own design in print for the very first time. I can't describe the feeling. Overwhelmingly Proud ? :hook

I do not know exactly when they will have it up at the site. I think they are unveiling their new patterns at a show here shortly.

Thanks once again for helping me to stretch and try new things. You are all the greatest.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a219/Katchkan/autumnsplendercover.jpg

[kariholtz]

Congrats!!!!

I cannot wait till they have it up!

[thread_zealot]

Well Kathy Everyone has said what I want to say but I still have a few things to add.


Completamente Asombroso! ~~~ Completly Astonishing!

You keep amazing me with so much talento. ~~~ Talent

Kathy, mereces to have all your diseños to be published! ~ ~ ~ Deserve & Designs

[Linda]

CONGRATULATIONS Kathy!!! You deserve it!!!!

[mamaoso]

Congrats... :clap :yay :cheer :clap :hug

[Shelleden]

Whew! What an accomplishment - that must have taken forever to make! It's gorgeous!!! CONGRATULATIONS!! :cheer

[sunshine1977]

WooHoo - CONGRATULATIONS KATHY!!!:cheer:cheer:clap:cheer:cheer Can't wait to see is posted on the CGOA web site!

Laurie:hook

[dennymare]

You sincerely deserve to be published and its about time you were recognized for your talents. You do amazing work and have much to teach us all.

Mary

[jaclim]

Congratulations, Kathy!!!!! I'm so thrilled for you! You deserve it!

[goldi316]

Ooh - YIPPEE! I'm so THRILLED for you, Kathy! CONGRATULATIONS! And I'm SO impatient to get my mitts on that pattern!

Question - would I need to get a membership in order to be able to get this pattern, or will it be available for purchase by anyone visiting the site? I'd like to be prepared, as I MUST have that pattern!

This is so exciting! And I can hardly wait for you to finish designing and publish those doily patterns too! :hook

[Katchkan]

Question - would I need to get a membership in order to be able to get this pattern, or will it be available for purchase by anyone visiting the site? I'd like to be prepared, as I MUST have that pattern!

Anyone can order off of their site, Just if you are a member you get it for half price. Membership does have it's advantages.

[goldi316]

Thanks for your speedy response, Kathy! I will have to take some time and browse the site later tonight, when I have more time...

[dixieredhead]

:clap :clap :clap :clap CONGRATS TO YOU KATHY!!!!:clap :clap :clap :clap

[ferosah]

Congratulations Kathy on your first publication. Your shawl is stunning. I am pretty new to this forum but I had the opportunity to see your work this week and was very impressed with it. I wish you much success for future publications my dear. Enjoy your success at being published.
Ferosa

[swapnae]

:Hug :hug :hug
:clap :clap :clap
:cheer :cheer :cheer

[purlycues]

WOW!!!!What a beautiful creation!!!!!Congrats on being published:cheer

[just me]

Kudos, Kathy!! How wonderful!!!!! :cheer :clap :manyheart

[Angelhair]

Wow you have done an awesome job with that shawl! :) Congrats on getting it published! :)
Did you make your necklace as well?

[Katchkan]

Thank you everyone for all your good wishes, They are definitely appreciated. I still find it a little hard to believe. This type of thing happens to other people not me.


Did you make your necklace as well? Yes Alex the choker is one of my designs. It's my Keyhole Choker.

[gothfaerie05]

Bouncing off the walls and jingling through the house. :-) That's an amusing thought. Beautiful scarf, thanks for sharing.

[celiawinters]

Beautiful work. You should be extra proud of your accomplishment!!!! :clap:clap

[cheraboo]

Just gorgeous! I love the beading, too. Congrats on your success :D

[rshseaeagle]

Congratulations Kathy!!!!!!
It is a beautiful shawl. I'm sure that you will see many more of your patterns in print. All that I have seen are certainly worthy of being published. You should submit many more.

LOL,
Toni

[blazin48]

OMGosh, your design is abso-blumen-lootly gorgeous. It's beautiful on you with a perfect name. WTG

[Bonnie Re]

:clapAbsolutely STUNNING!!!!!!!!!!!! What a wonderful job you did! You should be so proud of yourself.

Bonnie Re

[Ladycrochat]

That is beautiful Kathy! You have created ANOTHER wonderful pattern...........:applause

[rshseaeagle]

Kathy,
And you were worried about the podcast???? Even your husband who sees your work all the time WOWED this one. I might add with good reason. It is very stunning. You never cease to amaze me. As soon as I think there can't be anything else she could come up with to outdo what she's already done you come up with something else.

As a true threadie, I have to say you are such an inspiration to me. I love your work and am in awe of your design talent.

Congratulations on the publication of this pattern and I am sure there will be many more to follow!!!!!
TLOL,
Toni

[Ldyjarhead]

You should be proud of yourself and extremely excited. What a beautiful piece of work to create, and knowing that you created the pattern as well - BRAVO!

[Thata]

Congratulation. Great work. I love the motif

[SistahMeeMee]

Absolutely beautiful! Congrats!