Wednesday, June 11, 2014

a little pattern giveaway for you


(photo by J. Lassonde)

Hi, Knitters,
It is a busy time of year for everyone right about now with school and sports finishing up, banquets, music concerts, gardening, etc. It is all fun stuff but just a lot of everything. We have a daughter, our beloved Peachy, graduating from high school this weekend. Things have been quite hectic. We are hosting a graduation party for Peachy and her good friend at our house to celebrate their achievements. 

We are very proud of her.

In the meantime, while I am getting ready for the festivities, I thought I would share this beautiful new shawl pattern I received from Jennifer Lassonde. The shawl is called Tan House Brook.


Jennifer is the host of the wonderful Down Cellar Studio Podcast. I love her podcast.

Jennifer or BostonJen on Ravelry has recently released this lovely simple triangular shawl with elongated ends. She kindly sent me a copy for my library and she has generously offered one copy for each of 3 winners!

(photo by J. Lassonde)

I think this is a lovely shawl, simple but with some texture and detail. What a fun pattern to show off some beautiful yarns. The pattern can be made in fingering weight or worsted weight yarn. This just looks like the perfect summer knit. I've been hearing good things about this pattern so I think you will love it!

It looks like it takes 400 - 420 yards of a fingering weight knit on a US 7.

Here is a little information from Jennifer's Ravelry Project Page for the Tan House Brook Shawl:


This top-down, elongated triangular shawl is a great project for new and experienced knitters alike.
The simple stockinette section at the beginning helps you learn the increase pattern. Then we add in some fun texture in short bursts which should keep you interested throughout the project!
The result is a very wearable shawl that has a bit of lace without being too fancy for everyday use. Wear it over your shoulders or bandana style to add some warmth and fun to your look!
Finished Size
Fingering Weight: 56 inches wide. 18 inches deep
Worsted Weight: 64 inches wide. 22 inches deep
Please Note If your gauge is different than that listed, I highly recommend having more yarn available. Nearly all test knitters used very close to 400 yards. Instructions are available in the pattern for how to make pattern longer if you have more yarn and would like to use it up.
Suggested needles for Worsted Weight Version: US 9 (5.5 mm) with a gauge of 14 stitches over 4 inches in stockinette
Please leave a comment if you would like a free pdf copy of the Tan House Brook Shawl pattern! Please leave your Ravelry ID or email address in your comment so Jennifer can get your pattern to you if you win. Please only leave one comment on this blog post, there will be a delay before it will appear on the blog. 

Wish us luck this weekend. I am trying to keep my emotions in check. These milestones with my kids really get to me.

I'll be back soon to randomly select 3 lucky winners. Thank you to Jennifer for the opportunity. Good luck and let the comments begin!
best, susie

399 comments:

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Anonymous said...

It's so lovely!

B17 on Ravelry

Anonymous said...

I love Jennifer's shawl - I'd love to win a pattern! schwandtterry@yahoo.com

Niki said...

This shawl is beautiful and I would love to make it.
Nikiknits on rav

Karen said...

I love this shawl and enjoy listening to her podcast. Good luck this weekend - graduation is an emotional time - I wonder where the years went.
rustysun on ravelry

Anonymous said...

Thanks to you both for your generosity!

bookboxer on ravelry

Unknown said...

I love this pattern. I have been wanting to make a shawl for the summer! Ravelry name is whrachel.

Julia said...

What a great shawl pattern! Beautiful!

BangersAndMash on ravelry

Judith said...

Lovely shawl.

Rav ID: zbyszkoknits

Vicki said...

Very cute and simple little shawl. Looks like easy car knitting while traveling! Would love to draw for the pattern - knuts2knit on Ravelry.

Unknown said...

I would love to make this! It looks like a fast, relaxing knit! My ravelry id is gibbles83.

Gayle said...

Oh, BostonJen's shawl is so pretty. I heard her talk about it. I would love to win a copy. I am GayleBN on Ravelry.

Rae Lynne said...

Congratulations to Peachy! That is a wonderful accomplishment. :)

And what a lovely pattern. I'd love to be entered into the drawing. Thank you!

Rae Lynne (raelynne01 on Ravelry)

Irene said...

I love the simplicity of this little shawl, perfect for me as I am not an experienced shawl knitter.
Rav ID itzigheine

Amy said...

Beautiful shawl, thanks for the chance to win!

Holly said...

Beautiful shawl. Congratulations Peachy, have fun on your next adventure.
Grannyslove (Ravelry)

Mamacass said...

What a beautiful shawl! I would love to win this!
ravid: mamacass

Naomi said...

Such a lovely shawl!
Ravelry ID:angeldream1179

Unknown said...

Would love to knit this
Please pick me
Missellen

Meriam said...

I have the perfect yarn for this shawl in my stash...please pick me

Anonymous said...

That looks like the perfect summer evening shawl! Laurylie on Ravelry

Lynn said...

I like the simplicity of this! Simple elegance!
--flowerdancer on Ravelry

stephigordon said...

I have been seeing this shawl in progress on podcasts lately - it's gorgeous! Would love to win! Thank you! Stephanie (indigodogmontana on Rav)

Unknown said...

I love the DCS podcast and would like to knit this pretty versatile shawl. spejo (on rav)

Anonymous said...

I love the DCS podcast and would like to knit this pretty and versatile shawl. spejo (on rav)

sharonathemom said...

I have heard so many good things about this pattern! I would love to add it to my library.

Rav: sharonathemom

Becgen said...

Its all in the details that make a pretty pattern and this ffits the bill. Great job, my yarn awaits.

Kathy V. said...

This is a lovely shawl. It was be great to have this pattern.
Ravelry ID: Kally

alice said...

Hello,
The varigated colors really shows off this beautiful shawl. at Rav. ID (alicepaints)

Unknown said...

I'd love to make my first shawl with this pattern, Thanks for the chance. Nana3H rav id

Megan said...

Very pretty shawl! Thanks so much for the giveaway :) Rav id: showandtellmeg

Bethe said...

Oh I just love this shawl! So pretty and motivating, I hope I win!

'Bethe" on Ravelry and
loveyarnlovebooks@charter.net (email)

katydid1235 said...

I love this pattern; rav: katydid1235

NorasGranddaughter said...

I love this pattern, especially in the muted grey. Please send quickly! :)

Ruby said...

I have the perfect yarn for this wonderful pattern! Love it,

rubysoap@yahoo.com

Gina said...

Enjoy your daughter's celebrations. I would love to win the shawl pattern, thank you. Gina.coetzer@bigpond.com

Marta said...

I love these types of patterns for showcasing beautiful yarn! Thanks for another great giveaway!
sbnyc on Rav

Jeanne said...

How sweet! I have the yarn and would love to make this. Jeanneftc on Ravelry

Diane S said...

I'm really into knitting shawls right now. This one would be a great addition! Rav ID: ddknitter

Unknown said...

Such a great project!
gerdaknits rav id

Beau said...

Now this looks like a fun shawl to knit! I need a change of pace from the afghans I am knitting (committed to 14 - 4 are complete.)

englenook on Ravelry

The Alaska Venhauses said...

I always love a new shawl pattern to enjoy. Thanks for the chance!
Carolyn
(crazy8mom on Ravelry)

amleht67 said...

What a lovely shawl and looks quite easy to do and do love the green colour. thank you
knitme44@yahoo.com.au

Anonymous said...

Looks like a lovely summer knit!
Ravelry - sockdrawer

Sara said...

Beautiful pattern, I've seen it on several podcasts recently. I would love to win a copy, thank you for the opportunity! rav id: saraj0179

Simone said...

I would love the pattern too. Thanks much

Rav id simonen

cookier293 said...

Graat pattern. I would love to win a copy. Rav Id-cookier293

Freda said...

lovely shawl...would love to knit this one...fredalgeorge@gmail.com

Patti said...

What a great 'wear with anything' scarf - thank you for sharing.

Nicole said...

What a beautiful shawl! I would love the pattern. Thank you (and Jennifer) for the opportunity!
rav id = Cola711

Enid said...

What a lovely shawl. I am deep into a few more complex projects that are giving me trouble right now. So a simple but beautiful pattern might be just the thing to get me back on track. Good luck with graduation! It must be very exciting. enidb on ravelry.

Pauly Heller said...

Love the shawl pattern! Pick me! Pick me!

Congratulations to your Peachy on her graduation! It is a huge milestone, and I wish her much success in her future choices in life.

Blessings,
Pauly
paulyheller at ravelry

sharon said...

I love making shawls and this one looks lovely. Add my name to the drawing.
Rav ID: craftysbs

Unknown said...

I love this shawl! It is so pretty! I would love to win it. RAV ID: swurner

Thank you Susan!

Anonymous said...

Would like to knit this pretty shawl. Thanks for a chance!
LynnIL ravelry

Lynn said...

Wow I love the shading on that green shawl. I could use this pattern in several ways. Sign me up. Chalicewitch@hotmail.com or chalicewitch on ravelry

ashasue said...

Ooh that looks like such fun to knit. Would love to win the PDF. Rav I'd ashasue

Sickofitcindy said...

Lovely shawl! It would be great to win it. Thanks!
Ravid: Sickofitcindy

Shirley said...

A lovely shawl with the elongated shape I love. Rav ID: Birdgirl17

NanaJen said...

Oh, I just saw this on Ravelry... so lovely! What a generous giveaway. jaydawnrn on Ravelry

Shirley said...

A lovely shawl with the elongated shape I love. Ravelry ID: Birdgirl17

Melissa said...

Best wishes for the weekend festivities!
I have had "try a shawl" on my knitting wish list for a while now- this looks like a great one to give it a first shot!
Rav ID Olive14

Pat Mofjeld said...

I LOVE this shawl design! Would love to win it. My Ravelry name is Mofjeld. Email is npmofjeld@comcast.net. Susan, enjoy your weekend with the graduation party festivities! :-)

Anonymous said...

I left a comment but think it didn't go through. My Ravelry name is mofjeld. My email address is npmofjeld@comcast.net. I LOVE this shawl pattern and would LOVE to win it. Enjoy the graduation activities this weekend! :-)

Anonymous said...

Love this pattern!

rubysoap@yahoo.com

Hind DP said...

Thank you for the giveaway. It's a beautiful pattern, I'd love to win a copy.

Congratulations to your daughter! I hope you have a fun party.

mamamustknit on Rav

Lucia said...

Amazing. I would love to win :)
Rav ID: laeela

Anonymous said...

I would love an opportunity, the shawl is lovely.

dane said...

très beau ce châle jolie couleurs bravo a bientôt

Anonymous said...

I would love to win the pattern for this shawl. I have been stalking the pattern on Ravelry; I love it because it looks like it would work with so many varieties of yarn colors.
Rav id: seestephyknit
enail: hknitarty@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Lovely shawl. It would work well in an ombre yarn too.

Rav ID lalamac

Anonymous said...

Thanks Jennifer for the chance to win your beautiful pattern, and Susie it's ok to shed a tear - or 2! I did! Remember it's your milestone as well!
Joy
Rav name joyhill

Anonymous said...

What a lovely shawl... just my style too. Thank you for the chance to win the pattern.

Rav ID: pennyjeffrey

Elaine said...

Oh, I love, love the green version of this shawl. I am a fairly new knitter, but I know I can do it! I would love to win a copy of the pattern.
I enjoy reading your posts. They almost always bring a smile to my lips!
Thanks!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful shawl! Would love to knit this!
Carolcamrun (rav I'd)

Faith said...

I like this design - I have yet to make my first shawl, but I hope to tackle one soon.

Rav ID: introvert

Jean Ashley said...

The shawl is lovely, and it would be great to win. Congrats to Peachy! I'm jashleyslc on Ravelry.

neknitsandbeads said...

What a beautiful shawl!

neknitsandbeads

Lourdi said...

Looks like a perfect pattern for the yarn I want to hand-dye with sharpies!

Lourdi046 (rav screen name)

Unknown said...

Beautiful ! I would love to get the pattern! I will probably purchase even if I don't get chosen.

Lisa said...

This shawl is perfect!! Very Pretty!!

Rav ID: ourcozybungalow

Anonymous said...

Such a lovely shawl and thank you for the giveaway!

Rav: HollyBerries

Unknown said...

Love the shawl, love the pattern! Thanks for introcusing us to Jen. My Rav ID is ClaudiaJane.

Anonymous said...

Lovely! Thanks for the chance!

RavID BowsideKnits

Anonymous said...

Lovely pattern..enjoy the planning and celebrating the party
Johalley on RAV

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous! Would love to win. Rav ID is: Melanie1

Unknown said...

I have seen a lot of people making that shawl and want to make it! I would love to win this! kendrabuchanan17@gmail.com

joanne said...

Rav ID:richjnn
You and Boson Jen inspire me. Thank you both!

Debbie said...

Lovely! Rav ID dmess

debd94 said...

I love this pattern! Thank you for the giveaway.
debd94 on Rav

June said...

Don't forget tissues...my son just graduated from college. Would love to win the shawl pattern. It''a lovely!
Ravelry:rudipatoodee

Daron said...

Congrats on another Graduation! Enjoy the celebration. I love to knit shawls and have a lovely fiber optics or miss babs all picked out! Thank you for the chance to win. Rav id knitty48.

Juliann in WA said...

Oh I need a new shawl pattern! Thanks for the draw.

Jane said...

Beautiful shawl - would love to make it!!!

Eli said...

I would love to make this shawl. The Eli gated points especially speak to me. Thanks for the chance! Rav ID: EliFu

Nan said...

Lovely looking shawl - Rav ID NS1584

Jennie said...

This is such a pretty shawl. Thanks for the opportunity!

Jennie
Rav name dayartist

Catie said...

That looks like a lovely pattern - I've favourited it on Ravelry.

Catiecat on Rav

Anonymous said...

Beautiful shawl - love all the texture and I'm sure I could find the perfect yarn! :) Thanks for the chance to WIN! Lisa :)(yarnmakesmehappy on Rav)

Sharon H said...

Love the shawl and would love to win the pattern! Thanks for the give away!
Rav id: ladywithneedles

D2 said...

What. Lovely shawl Thanks for the giveaway .
Rav I'd - kittykatz

Jessica w said...

Beautiful! I would love to make the shawl.
Rav id- jessicamw

Anonymous said...

I would love to knit up this lovely shawl! I'm KnittingMonkeys on ravelry. Thanks!

jderouin55 said...

I would to knit this shawl! Rav name:jderouin55

Anonymous said...

Love this shawl.beads247@optonline.net

Catherine said...

Looks like a fun shawl to knit- would love to win! Rav ID KnittedinMaine

Unknown said...

Lovely shawl pattern !
lourdesdavis22@gmail.com

Jeannette in St Louis said...

Thanks for the opportunity to win this beautiful shawl pattern. I love wearing shawls! SchnettatSTL on ravelry.

Shannan said...

This shawl is lovely and I would love to win the pattern.
Rav id = shannanstitches

Elaine said...

Such a beautiful color! Elmpark rav id.

Frederica said...

Beautiful shawl!
Rav I'd: Quinn42

RRM said...

Beautiful would love to win

Roslyn

nanaof11 said...

I would love this shawl pattern. i think it would make a terrific prayer shawl. Thank you.
nanajoniof9

adodds said...

It is a lovely pattern. I have seen a few examples on other podcasts. I love that you can use different weight of yarns. Skibum on rav

adodds said...

It is a lovely pattern. I have seen a few examples on other podcasts. I love that you can use different weight of yarns. Skibum on rav

Ana said...

Would love to win this....they graduate and move on to such great stuff. You are going to LOVE it! Enjoy each moment....
Ana - anahuron@gmail.com

Retired Knitter said...

I would love to win the pattern for this lovely shawl. On ravelry I am cat3catz. Thanks

Unknown said...

a truly delightful pattern for summer or fall wearing. would love one

JackieLemon said...

A very charming shawl. I would love to win this

Unknown said...

why of course I would like a free pattern ... my momma is asking for a shawl and this would be great

ScottieGirl Knits said...

I like it, I think there is some hand spun that wants to become a Tan House Brook Shawl:^)

Kristi said...

I love this shawl. Congrats to your daughter!

Katie Rose said...

Beautiful shawl!

Rav ID: krvalicka

Anonymous said...

Beautiful shawl!
Rav ID: krvalicka

bitten78 said...

Congrats Peachy!!! I totally understand how busy this time of year is with the kids and all the activities, this shawl looks like the perfect balance of easy knitting with enough interest to keep it fun. I know for me it can be hard to concentrate on complicated patterns when so much is going on, and would love to make this shawl (kimberknit04 on Rav)

Anonymous said...

beautiful, I have just the yarn for it! amyknit40 on ravelry

Rose said...

Such a lovely shawl. I would love to make that one indeed. So glad we are having such lovely weather here for your daughter's graduation.

sisterrobinson on ravelry

camby said...

Would love the new shawl pattern. And congratulations to Peachy!
Camby on rav

Anonymous said...

I would love to knit this! :)
Rav id: lilyknit22

Mimi F said...

I'd love to win. Beautiful shawl!
mimifan on rav

Carmen N said...

What a great shawl pattern - thanks for the chance to win (asimplehomestd on Rav)

Anonymous said...

Rav ID NDAKKatie

I love this shawl for my sister in law, and have the perfect plum yarn for my first shawl.

Ms. Knitsalot said...

Very pretty...would love to win. Thanks for the chance.

theknittedlamb = ravelry

Anonymous said...

Great pattern! kolpin1@mchsi.com

Twana said...

Very pretty shawl!
tamalady (at) yahoo.com

Paula Bannon said...

I've been hearing so many lovely things about this shawl. Would love to knit it!
MissPaulaKnits on Ravelry

Adebar said...

A lovely shawl - would be happy to knit it.
Adebar on ravelry

Unknown said...

Funny I looked at yarn today and picked one for a future shawl.
This pattern would be ideal!
With yarn chosen and this pattern, I'd be ready to go....perfect summer knit

GinRose said...

So pretty! I'd love to win this!

Rav id: afreespirit

Marci S said...

I would love to try this pattern. I'm fairly new to knitting but I'm enjoying it so much! Marci

lbaker said...

I am on a shawl kick right now! I would really love to have this pattern :) (Rav ID - Knittiepearl)

Mks said...

I recently discovered the Down Cellar Studio podcast and am enjoying it very much! I'd love to try Jen's pattern.
Congratulations to your daughter, Susan! Those milestones sure do come quickly! Enjoy every minute!
Margie
Rav ID: smithmks

Chicksiii said...

Congratulations on your daughter's graduation. Best of luck as she embarks on the next new exciting phase of her life. Speaking of exciting, your shawl looks gorgeous and I'd be excited to add that to my collection. Rav ID: chicksiii

lisa said...

I would love to make this shawl. I really looks like a beautiful knit.


lbrossmann@netzero.com

Lea Aline said...

I would love to win this gorgeous shawl pattern! Thanks Jen for spreading the love!

Jacinta said...

Pretty shawl ! I have the perfect yarn for this:-)
(Knitsofkin on Rav)

Deborah said...

Hello Susan

This is a pretty shawl! It would make lovely gifts.

Deborah
Woollyfa on ravelry

Lindsey said...

Beautiful shawl! Also, congrats and good luck to your daughter on her graduation!
Lindseymac (ravelry id)

Anonymous said...

Thanks Susan....

Kathy29

Christina said...

I would love to win the pattern. I am Mommasee on Ravelry

melanie said...

Lovely shawl pattern!
qtpieknitter on rav

Anonymous said...

This looks like a lovely shawl, and would be a great way to showcase a special yarn. I'd love to win a copy of the pattern. Thanks!

Rav ID: spice46

MirandAck said...

This is lovely
Ravelry: MirandAck

Anonymous said...

would love to have
dlee@highline.edu

RaeMarie said...

Love the shawl!! Picturing it in Papaya. Yummmm! Ravelry ID. Pugs12

melonkelli said...

very pretty!
RavID: melonkelli

LannieK said...

Congrats and Best Wishes to your daughter. Have a wonderful time
It's a lovely shawl - thanks for the chance to win the pattern!
Rav ID: LannieK

Anonymous said...

Lovely pattern! Would love a chance to win the pattern! Abbysgram on ravelry

Yarning4asmile said...

i would love a pattern copy of this lovely shawl... it looks so nice in that green color!!

Anonymous said...

I love shawls with eyelets! Thanks for the chance to win.

Vickie said...

Am I too late? Beautiful shawl. Ravelry ID = Turtleknits

Unknown said...

The shawl is a good one to highlight that special yarn, would love to win a copy of it...gizmospooky on Ravelry.

Kim said...

I'm new to knitting shawls and this is one I would love to try.

Anonymous said...

mauroo98 on ravelry! ^_^

Unknown said...

Beautiful shawl. I'd love to win.
Jackie Rav: jkelly70

Unknown said...

Amazing you! Congratulations to your daughter and to you too! ...and you find time to blog, you are inspiring!
That's a handsome shawl indeed!
nancywalkerstudio - Raverly ID

Katy C said...

My daughter just graduated last week too. This pattern would be great for her to use with some pretty gradient yarn she bought for herself.
Katy - longtallkaty on Ravelry

Anna (alcatmom) said...

Hope your weekend went well!
alcatmom on rav

rldelponte7 said...

Such a pretty shawl and perfect for any of the maaaany skeins of fingering weight yarn in my stash! (ran id: lindajeanne)

Carol Desrochers said...

oops don't know if I should have added my ravelry name but I'd still like to win a copy of the pattern!

fiberfascinations on ravelry

Unknown said...

simple and beautiful!
pearlofthepacific on Ravelry

Anonymous said...

This is a very pretty shawl I'd love to knit. :)
My ravelry id is Phoebe25

Thank you for the chance :)

Unknown said...

Lovely shawl I would love to win.
Rav id: nbagnall

Alicia said...

Lovely!
rav id alikat2004

Iris Mjoll said...

I would love a copy - irismjoll@hotmail.com

Ytknits said...

Such a beautiful pattern. I love the ones you can make in worsted weight yarn!

ytknits on Ravelry

Unknown said...

This is a must have pattern and I have the perfect yarn. Darstpa on Rav.

lunou said...

I love this shawl! I would love to knit it!

Anonymous said...

I don't know if I'm too late, but a chance to win a copy of the pattern would be great! RavelJ on Rav

Dovile said...

I'd love to make this shawl. Thank you for the chance!

spamscape [at] gmail [dot] com

Unknown said...

I would love to win a copy of this pattern!

Lani said...

I would love to knit this beautiful shawl.

Rav id: alaskamama

Unknown said...

What a perfect pattern for social knitting! And it could really let a special skein of yarn shine!

Unknown said...

What a great shawl for social knitting! And a perfect way to showcase a special yarn...

Meliabella said...

I am in love with all of these shawls that others have finished this past week! So cute! Ravid: meliabella

PattieB said...

This looks like a very "wear anywhere" kind of shawl, I would love to have the pattern ! Rav ID: pattiebott

fishgirl182 said...

Thanks for the giveaway. I've been meaning to knit this one up.

rav id: fishgirl182

Heidi said...

It's so pretty! heidiinalaska (ralvery Id)

Anonymous said...

Beautiful shawl!

Donna in VT
drgoad@hotmail.com

Tami said...

This a very lovely shawl. If I won a pattern it would be my 3rd shawl ever to make, but I am now hooked on shawls.
Tami74 on Ravelry
Thank you

Lisa said...

What a beautiful shawl!! I would love to knit one.

lisa1964 on Ravelry

Ruth said...

I just started listening to Down Cellar Studio podcast on you recommendation - would love to make the shawl.
Rav ID: RLake

Unknown said...

Very, very pretty.
knitclicketyclack on Ravelry

Anonymous said...

Dont know if this is still open but love the pattern. Valuable at ravelry.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful shawl - I'd love to knit one. Thanks for the opportunity!

prefontained (at) gmail (dot) com

Amy T said...

I love the lines on this shawl. It will definitely go on my must make list.
Amyt1214

Anonymous said...

If not too late, I would love to enter the drawing! pinkknittergal is my Rav. id

Deb said...

Oh these would be so lovely for my daughters bridesmaids :) perfect for a fall wedding.

Kathy said...

That is beautiful, I'd love to wear it! Love the color too:)

kcollins629@gmail.com

Unknown said...

Hi,
I confess I have yet to try this pattern. I came upon it by by looking for left handed knitting patterns. I have knit for years and years. My issue is I am VERY left handed. I knit backwards.I mean really backwards. I have converted a few patterns but honestly I find that very difficult. If it is not perfect I often frog the project and try again or move on.

My question is-Would a true left hand knitter be able to knit the Leftie? (left handed)?

I will likely give it a try either way when the twins sweaters are done.

SEA seashells75@gmail.com

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