By a Single Vote. . .

 . . . The winner of the first Knitters' Companion:

Bill Nighy

Congratulations to the still blogless Terry, who nominated Mr. Nighy and will receive the Grand Prize.  Dan Levy's nominator, my cousin Jorene (full disclosure and all here), will receive the Second Prize.  

Interestingly, Jorene also nominated Patrick Stewart, who made it to the Semifinals.  I think she deserves a little extra for that, and, since I've stepped back to the semis, I'll send a prize package to Dolly Parton's nominator, Lorette.

Thanks to all for nominating and voting.  I hope you enjoyed yourselves.  We'll be back next year!