2023 Opportunity Drawing Prizes and Winners
Click on any photo to enlarge and start a slide show. Detailed description of each opportunity drawing award can be found by scrolling down below the photos. Many thanks to Tania Marshall, Guild Photographer, and to Sydnie Wauson for her photo editing magic.
Detailed Descriptions of Opportunity Winnings from the Holiday Program.
- Malabrigo Yarns and Patterns donated by the makers in a handwoven basket with needle case, project bag, and more from Friends of the Guild.
- Calming Lykke (that’s loo-ka) is yours with a Lyra leather project tote from the makers – just the size for a fabulous Tokyo shawl kit from a Friend of the Guild.
- Dye Diana Dye continues to support the Guild with a $50 gift certificate, which we’ve paired with a Multiple Zippered Bag from Guild member Karen Bochinski.
- Kaffe Fassett + Colleen Davis equals a vest you’ll love, fastened with woolen buttons from England. Colleen used his long diamond design in pastel and medium tones.
- Modular Pullover in pink, lavender, and light orange designed and created by Colleen Davis features an asymmetrical hem, striped and solid modules, and very full, striped sleeves.
- Lovely in Lavender sweater designed and created by Mary Brown. Persian Poppies and slip-stitch grace the front, with a fan and feather back and unique sleeves.
- Hold It! in a purse by Colleen Davis in Malabrigo plus more purple yarns from Friends of the Guild to make your own coordinating accessory.
- Symfonie Yarns from the maker may tempt you to try Annetarsia knitting! Book and notions plus a large project/tote bag and “Talk to the Hand” coffee mug, all from Friends of the Guild.
- Stephen Would Approve of the Friends of the Guild yarns, project bag, and stitch markers we’ve matched to the Renate Kamm-donated pattern book. Finish off your creation with a shawl pin from Lisa DeLucchi.
- Knit the National Parks or let Tania Marshall do it for you. She’s donated the book with two completed hats AND a gift certificate for two more hats of your choice! We’ve added a project bag in case (like Tania) you get bit by the Parks Hat Bug.
- Bundle Up! in socks and hat/mitt kits from Willa Cather plus a Friends of the Guild finished scarf, Joji & Co. sling bag, and yarns – all in a red firewood bin.
- Go Ahead, Monkey Around with this year’s Sock Monkey! Thanks to Phyllis Bates (supplies and knitting) and Mar Gee Farr (stuffing and embellishment) for keeping this tradition swinging.
- More Malabrigo and patterns from the makers plus a Thread & Maple project bag and Thistle Farms body scrub from Friends of the Guild.
- Seamless Knitting is the Art (and goal) of this book and Arbor yarns donated by Renate Kamm, assisted by Friends of the Guild stitch markers and project bag set.
- Kaffe Fassett Classics book from Phyllis Bates plus Friends of the Guild yarns, needle case, project bag, notions — and a steamer from Renate Kamm.
- Gwen Nelson Collection includes SQ for a pattern from an autographed Jean Frost book; Gwen’s personal notes; and blocking notions paired with a vintage Common Threads project bag plus fuzz remover from Friends of the Guild.
- Dye Diana Dye continues to support the Guild with a $50 gift certificate, which we’ve paired with a Karen Bochinski Multiple Zippered Bag.
- Revolution-ize Your Crafting with tools and supplies from Revolution Fibers: drop spindle + roving and a set of crochet hooks – plus more yarns and a project bag from Friends of the Guild.
- MadTosh Happiness is yarn from the makers plus a Dorset button pouch with goodies from a Friend of the Guild.
- Della Q Bag of Delights includes yarn, patterns, and more from a Friend of the Guild.
- Use Your Manos to make this Manos del Uruguay cowl donated by Fairmount Fibers, assisted by a Karen Bochinski Multiple Zippered Bag and Friend of the Guild stitch markers.
- Glorious Knits by Kaffe Fassett from Phyllis Bates is paired with Friends of the Guild yarns, project bag, notions, and a shawl pin from Lisa DeLucchi.
- Eucalan to Go with a wash travel kit and Clover notions donated by Eucalan; pattern and Miss Babs Katahdin yarn to make a cowl neck poncho plus bag and more goodies, all from Mar Gee Farr.
- Anzula All the Way with yarns and pattern from the makers and an exclusive project bag from our own Guild member Maja.
- Light Your Lantern Moon with an Ebony needles set, Alpine hat kit with pom-pom, and hands-free knitting light – all from The Knitting Sisters.
- One-Stop Holiday Shopping to check off your list! Created and donated by Laura Brubaker (Dawn Barker assigned pooling scarf and market bag) and Sue Zois (Mary Martin fusion wrap and The Shift cowl).
- More Lykke comes your way with Cypra Copper interchangeables from Knitting Fever. Get stitching with yarns from Friends of the Guild and a Patti Fedler project bag.
- Big Blue Box of Beauty includes two woven scarves, yarn, libations, candy, and more blue items curated by Sharon Hunt.
- You Won’t Be Sari knitting beautiful silken strands from Revolution Fibers with additional yarns in a project bag from Friends of the Guild, using Knitter’s Pride needles donated by Willa Cather.
- ChiaoGoo Twist and More includes a full interchangeable set plus yarn and pattern for the Treeline Cowl, all from The La Costa Knitters.
- Knitters Brewing Company “cocktail-inspired” yarns from Guild member Wendy Gaal in a planter with project bag and Thistle Farms toiletries from Friends of the Guild.
- Color Color Color with Chris Bylsma’s Crayon Box Jacket kit; Poketto Chibi yarns and patterns; pattern minder; colorful threads and sewing notions; plus an embroidered project bag, all from Mar Gee Farr.
- Confidence and Joy arise after a personal color consultation donated by Louise Hall, performed at her La Jolla studio. We’ve added a $30 gift certificate courtesy of WEBS (Yarn.com) toward your new colors!
- Snuggle Up in a Mistico sweater kit donated by Berroco, paired with Friends of the Guild stitch markers, a large purse/project bag, and Yarn It! journal.
- Sequence Knitting from Phyllis Bates is paired with a Karen Bochinski Multiple Zippered Bag plus Friends of the Guild yarns and cutter pendant.
- Knit and Purl (Soho) to fashion this shawl kit from the makers, accompanied by a Karen Bochinski Multiple Zippered Bag plus stitch markers and a shawl pin from Friends of the Guild.
- Private Tour for Four or more aboard the U.S.S. Midway Museum. Includes 4 adult passes (no expiration date) to this world-class museum with the option to schedule a larger group for a privately led tour from one of the museum’s premier docents.
- Expression Fiber Arts camel/silk blend from the maker will glide on Knitter’s Pride interchangeables from Willa Cather. Need ideas? Check out Vogue Knitting Shawls and Wraps, from a Friend of the Guild.
- Emy’s Basket of Joy from Emy’s Yarns. 5 skeins of two different Malabrigo Yarns, 2 Plymouth Yarn and Pattern Kits, Emy’s Switchback wrap kit with yarn, a set of yarn sock holders, Emy’s signature leather zippered pouch, and a coiled fabric rope basket to hold it all will keep the winner busy all next year!
- The Equilateral Triangles vest designed and knit by Colleen. Colleen mixed pinks with a dash of yellow to make this creation.