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Old 09-17-2012, 10:19 PM   #1
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This was custom-knit as a donation for a charity auction at my church. The winner of the auction picked the pattern and yarn. The final size was about 4' x 5' (after washing, it flattened nicely and stretched a bit). The yarn is Vanna oatmeal heather; the recipient is allergic to wool. Here are overview and close up pictures. I haven't given it to her yet, but sent her an in-progress picture. I hope she loves it! There are - count 'em - 900 cables!!
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Old 09-17-2012, 10:57 PM   #2
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Old 09-17-2012, 11:31 PM   #3
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Simply beautiful!!!
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Wow! That's wonderful!
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How could she not love it, it's gorgeous!
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Old 09-18-2012, 10:28 AM   #6
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That is so beautiful!!
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Old 09-18-2012, 03:35 PM   #7
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Very impressive! That's a lotta cables!!
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Absolutely stunning. It's a family heirloom and a treasure.
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They will love it. Yes, a lot of cable work on that. Beautiful.
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