So many names...

Thank you all for some wonderful suggestions!  I saw so many new things in the lace motif after reading all of the comments:  umbrellas, cathedral windows, flying birds-- what fun!  The fact that I've decided to stick with the name "Carlotta" is more a reflection of how I've come to think of the pattern, and the memories I have of a day spent at Villa Carlotta, than a choice based on the merits of each suggested name.

So I've decided to give two free patterns away:  one to Jeanie, because I thought the name Azalee was especially beautiful, and one to Aimee, because after reading her comment, I could actually see the sandhill cranes in flight across the top of the beret (all on a collision course towards the center, but that's neither here nor there!).  I've finished the chart for the hat, but I'm thinking I will write out the directions as well-- I encourage the use of charts (and prefer them myself), but I realize that some knitters would rather follow written-out instructions.  So I would guess that the pattern will be finished within a week or two, and I will email it to the winners as soon as it's ready.

Comments

[connie]

You're very good at naming patterns, Angela. I stink at it. I always punt and let the editors name my patterns. But I understand you've come up with the names of many of your IK patterns (i.e. Selva Skirt, Wakame Lace Tunic, etc). My names for my pattern have been Twisted St Cardigan (i.e. Printed Silk Cardigan), Lace Henley (i.e. Henley Perfected), and Lace Hoodie (i.e. Apres Surf Hoodie)...good thing the folks at IK are more creative than that, eh? ;)

[Aimee Nemeth]

Thank you so much for choosing me for a free pattern! I'm really flattered - seriously! I will look forward to making it.

[Jeanie]

Hello! Thanks for selecting my name! I love making hats. In fact, I recently completed my first Gretel beret. And I can't wait to make yours! :-)