Once again what started as a lark has taken off with leaps and bounds! The Annual Crochet Awards, meant to be some fun distractions have now, it seems become a rather “serious” affair (though never too serious with the CLF at the helm).
Q) How did the Flamies get started?
A) As with all things wacky in the CLF, on our message board, CLF Member Ellen Gormley (GoCrochet) requested an “Oscar’s ” like event for crochet. Her wish was my command. And voila we had the Annual Crochet Awards! The Ceremony takes place on Getting Loopy because CLF member, MaryBeth Temple (MBTemple) offered up her show, and voila, we have a ceremony! Starting for the 2011 Flamie Awards we’re having a live event in the Austin area in the great state of Texas!
Q) The Flamies? Why? What kind of name is that? And what does it have to do with crochet?
A) That my friends is because of the infamous (more famous?) Flaming Crochet Hook of Justice, that became the rallying cry early on in the beginnings of the CLF emergence. We thought Flamie was a great name for the award; that’s our story and we’re sticking to it!
Q) Do you get sponsors for the award?
A) You bet your magic S hook we do! However, to maintain the integrity of the award process and the reputation we’ve worked so hard to build, we have developed sponsorship criteria. To become a sponsor please contact Laurie Wheeler. Also, opportunities to sponsor the live event and other CLF activities are now available.
Q) Who does the nominating?
A) For the 2011 Awards (Being awarded in 2012) Laurie Wheeler will personally nominate designers, makers and companies for the awards in various categories. To widen the field Laurie will be noiminated individuals in no more than two categories. If you really love a design, designer, book or company feel free to send Laurie a message with your input.
Categories for Annual Crochet Awards:
- Best Crochet Magazine~ Best over all patterns, design, layout, and readability.
- Best Instructional/Technical Crochet Book
- Best Crochet Pattern Book.
- Best Crochet Video
- Best Crochet Instructor (This can be from physical teaching, virtual classes and online discussion forums)
- Best Crochet Blog
- Best Crochet Designer for Women’s Fashions
- Best Crochet Designer (Accessories: Hats, Scarves, Jewelry, Socks etc)
- Best Crochet Designer (men’s wear)
- Best Crochet Designer (for children, children’s wear, accessories, toys)
- Best Designer for Thread Projects
- Best Free Form Designer
- Best New Designer
- Best Crochet Designer (Home Decor: afghans, pillows, rugs, etc.) )
- Best Crochet Design for Adults (men’s and women’s fashion, plus accessories)
- Best Design Home Décor
- Best Online Crochet Magazine
- Best Crochet Podcast
- Best Crochet Hooks (handcrafted made by individuals and available for sale or by auction)
- Best Crochet Hook by a corporation.
- Most Crochet Friendly Yarn Company (corporate) ~ Let’s explain this, it’s not about the best yarn it’s about which company knows where it’s bread is buttered! These folks provide pattern ranges with diversity, market to us, and know we exist.
- Most Crochet Friendly Independant Yarn Company
- Best Crochet Maker Clothing
- Best Crochet Maker Thread
- Best Crochet Maker Household
- Best Crochet Maker 3-D art
- Best Crochet Maker Toys
