RamblinRoses my newest shawl design

[Katchkan]

This is my cross between a shawl and a stole. I was trying to get something that stays in place well but with the charm of a shawl. This is what I came up with.
I am calling it RamblinRoses.
It measures 75 inches across and 20 inches at it's longest point. This includes the ruffle.
I did it with white size 10 thread with a strand of gold metallic sewing thread. It gave it almost an almond color. It is the equivilant of a size 5 thread. I use a size 4 hook to do this one with.
Instead of fringe or beads I did a ruffle on this one.
It is very comfortable to wear.
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This design took a Honorable Mention in the CGOA 2008 Design Contest in the womens fashion division.
Rather proud of this........

[Etaria]

Absolutely stunning.. as always.. I love it.. something I would wear!

[JoAnn]

That is one gorgeous, beautiful, amazing shawl!:yes :hook

[Shell]

wow Kathy that is so elegant! such a charming design!!

[froggy]

I beleive this is your BEST yet! WOWZER!!!:manyheart

[sunnywolfgar]

:cheer Wow~~~~:cheer awesome! I love it, I love roses. You crocheted:hook a wonderful job on it. Its going to be a big hit. I dont see the gold tho, but I know its pretty. awesome~~~~

[Krakovianka]

I don't want to make or wear shawls, but I still think that is a beautiful pattern. The shape is *very* attractive and unusual. Outstanding work, Kathy. I think you will make a name for yourself as a designer!

[dragonjewell]

beautiful

[Julexia]

Your shawl is gorgeous! :cheer

[anthrilliel]

It s absolutely stunning :)

[Mrs. Principal]

Stunning! Just so detailed and beautiful.

[misssmaggie]

That is gorgeous...great design !!! Thanks for sharing!

[darski]

Kathy, you never fail to amaze me. that is just too wonderful!

[hookdonU]

That is soooooo beautiful!!! :clap You do such beautiful work. I admire your skill so much; as a shawl newbie (I am working on just my 2nd one now), I can only hope to be soooo talented. :hook Thanks so much for sharing.

[RoseRed]

Kathy,

This is just the most stunningly, beautiful shawl I've EVER seen.

[amberslipstitch]

wow....its beautiful!!

[nettisue]

Absolutely Gorgeous! I'd definitely wear/buy it! Very nice job :D

[vonnie]

I love this shawl, the shape is great....

[shadow]

Wow! You are so talented!! It is so pretty! How long have you been crocheting? How did you become so talented?

[chrispersmom]

You make the most beautiful things , and SO fast too! I love thread crochet and your stuff is always stunning!:yay

[Auntie Kellie]

Absolutely stunning as always.

[threadlover]

Oh my gosh that is pretty. I love the shape and the pattern and everything about it.
Marcia

[ZoeZoesmom]

That is just stunning! Maybe in another 30 or 40 years I might have the talent for such a project. I'm green with envy!

[Tampa Doll]

That is just amazing. As usual Kathy you have outdone yourself. It is just beautiful.:hook

[Katchkan]

Thank you everyone. :hug You make my day so much brighter with your kind remarks.
Wow! You are so talented!! It is so pretty! How long have you been crocheting? How did you become so talented?I have been crocheting for over 40 years now. Threadie almost from the beginning. As for talent. That's always subject to opinion............ But Thank you for the vote of confidence.

[ginamaria73]

you do such amazing things with thread! beautiful.

[shuttlebuggy]

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Kathy -
Here is a dozen cyber roses to honor your beautiful roses shawl! It took my breath away and I especially love the ruffle it just goes with the roses!
A question as I admire your wonderful creations - do you crochet at a certain time every day or for several hours at a time??? You come out with the most lovely and intricate patterns so very quickly it seems! I am an ol' slow poke and so many on this site seem to be able like yourself to whip up such nice things and so FAST!

[Katchkan]

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Kathy -
Here is a dozen cyber roses to honor your beautiful roses shawl! It took my breath away and I especially love the ruffle it just goes with the roses!
A question as I admire your wonderful creations - do you crochet at a certain time every day or for several hours at a time??? You come out with the most lovely and intricate patterns so very quickly it seems! I am an ol' slow poke and so many on this site seem to be able like yourself to whip up such nice things and so FAST!
Since my accident in February which forced me into an early retirement from what I did before, I have lots more time to crochet. I do put at least 4 hours a day into my crocheting now. Normally more. I became a full time fiber artist at that point in my life. You get lemons make lemonade as the saying goes. Doubt I can ever make what I made before with this, but I do love it...........

[Eneida]

Beautiful and elegant.. Thanks fro sharing...

[charitas32]

that is one of the most beautiful crocheted items i have ever seen

[SPRAT605]

It Is Beautiful!

[charkitty]

That is such a lovely shawl! Love the shape.


charkitty

[Ladycrochat]

That is Jaw dropping gorgeous:applause ! As usual you have created a fantastic pattern Kathy! Amazingly every pattern you come up with is better than the last! Thanks for sharing this with us.....:hug

[Granny Square]

Gorgeous. Beautiful design, the shape is like birds' wings. Wow!

[Pumpkinmouse]

that is just too pretty for words :manyheart

[crazzy cow]

:manyheart you do such Exquisite work. You are the best:yes

[msmusic]

Kathy, this is really making me want to try filet .... incredible, stunning, oh-my-gosh beautiful, as always with your works of art! :artist

[Cotton Candee]

Kathy, that is so beautiful. You really need to get your patterns published. You are so talented. Maybe I don't know already but are you selling your pattern somewhere where we can buy them? I would like to see more of them if you do!
:yes

[birdlady1]

Absolutely love it, Kathy! Please tell me that you started from the long end and DECREASED, rather than the other way around!;) I'd go nuts if you had to make 500 ETRs every two rows!

[Katchkan]

Absolutely love it, Kathy! Please tell me that you started from the long end and DECREASED, rather than the other way around!;) I'd go nuts if you had to make 500 ETRs every two rows!I started at the bottom, but it has a mesh edge, not a block edge a little easier to do. Not 500 ETRs. I wouldn't want to increase that much with blocks either.

[Krystal16]

Amen to that, Ellen (birdlady1)!

Kathy, it is beautiful. I love the unique shape and the ruffled edge. Not a shawl wearer myself, but you have come up with another beauty!

[PetraDae]

Absolutely gorgeous!!

[crochetangelb]

How pretty! Great job:cheer

[Mel2nsluvsCrochet]

:faint :faint :faint :faint :faint :nworthy You've done it again Kathy!

[Katy]

Most things I make to give away. But this does look very easy to wear, and I would like to make one for myself!

[sail149]

I love it too - have just seen this thread as we've been busy with visitors lately.
It's very, very beautiful, and I want to buy the pattern, the minute it's published - this is just the right type of accoutrement for Queensland weather. I'd love to make it in a really bright colour.

:clap

[loopy1]

Kathy, it is absolutely gorgeous! I love roses, too, and if I ever finish the shawl I'm working on (which is a rose inside a heart doily pattern using sport yarn)..... Let's just say I would love to make this shawl.
:manyheart :hug

[shuttlebuggy]

Kathy
I am sorry to hear you had an accident :( but you know the "lemonade" is a blessing to all who enjoy and know your work!!! I love that you are a full time fiber artist - it is amazing work you do and I am a HUGE fan!:tup :cheer :2rock

[Katchkan]

Thank you everyone, I love getting the feedback from all of you. You are so encouraging. Thanks again.:hug

[Katy]

Kathy, I looked on crochetnbeads for the pattern, but didn't find it. Will you publish this one? I really would like to make it for myself I believe.

[hhensler]

I have been looking for a pattern for one of these to make my mom...this is great!

[donnalynn2]

WOW! I never get tired of seeing the stunning work you do! I can barely make a small doily with thread! I don't know how you do these wonderful works of art!!!

[Katchkan]

One more bit of information.
This design took a Honorable Mention in the CGOA 2008 Design Contest in the womens fashion division.
Rather proud of this........

[Carla J]

:manyheart You should be proud. It is a stunning, elegant, and beautiful design. Congratulations on the Honorable Mention in the CGOA 2008 Design Contest in the womens fashion division. :clap :cheer :clap Please don't stop designing. You are an inspiration to all who see your work. You deserve to take a few :fame:fame:fame. :)

[jheatherley]

Beautiful! I'm hoping you will sometime decide to sell that pattern separately. I'd love to make the shawl, but I have absolutely no use for doilies and table runners. and the price is more than I'm comfortable with paying for one pattern. Ah, well, such is life. At any rate, it is the most gorgeous shawl I've seen lately.

[missmaxx]

Beautiful designs. Thanks for putting together a (another) great collection of filet patterns. I already have my list started.
I'll be waiting by my mailbox. :D

Happy crocheting,

[mama_crochet]

Gorgeous!!!

[Peggy85225]

Amazing!

[scc51055]

beautiful!!

[Titus2woman]

I have fallen in love with shawls, and this is AMAZING! WOW! Sooo beautiful! (((((HUGS))))) sandi

[yarncat]

One of a kind design!

[Pebbles]

Gorgeous work Kathy.

[crochetprincess66]

WOW!! That is beautiful! You are so talented.:hook

Kim :princess

[knittergma]

Is the pattern for rambling rose pattern available anywhere?
knittergma