Finally, something has kept my attention ~
This little pattern from Blue Sky Alpacas – modified greatly. I know it is a bit unseasonal knit, but when I received this handspun cashmere from Dee (a few weeks ago) I cast on for this wrap and then in just sat and sat (you know, the startitis issues). But, I thought I’d mix it up a bit and add some other colors and then, it was off to the races. Haven’t been able to put it down since.
The wrap (what should we name her?) is approx 14″ wide and so far it is 32″ long – I am going for approximately 58″ to 60″, knit on size 13 needles. The softness and squishiness – you can’t believe it. Really think the texture of this yarn is what has completely won me over. So, if all goes well, this should be an official FO by Wednesday. Then, the Rosie socks and a baby hat and back to the Flair.
On another note, Sammy had company today…… Wiggin – 4 months old. The boys had lots of fun and are completely exhausted.
Posted in knitting, life | 8 Comments »
April 22nd, 2007 at 8:58 pm
BEAUTIFUL! I think you should call it the Plucky Wrap because it matches the colors of your blog.
Those are some SERIOUSLY cute puppies!
April 23rd, 2007 at 5:36 am
now see what you can do when you pick something up and reach for that goal? I LOVE it, the colours, the pattern.
aw….what cuites they are….want to cuddle them
April 23rd, 2007 at 8:08 am
Those colors are gorgeous! they match your blog too!
April 23rd, 2007 at 9:02 am
yay – glad you’re excited about the project and you’re on the road to startitis recovery. The yarn really does look squishy and soft.
April 23rd, 2007 at 1:39 pm
I just received my Knitter’s Treat package!!! The handpainted sock yarn is absolutely fab!!! Thank you, Sarah for spoiling me…love all the treats!
April 24th, 2007 at 7:17 am
Gorgeous colors and love how they coordinate so well. I agree with Wannabe–it should be called the Plucky Wrap especially since it cured your startitis.
Good dogs…awww~
April 28th, 2007 at 5:57 pm
ooooh… It is the exact colors of your blog! I wish I could feel it- it is like torture!
May 2nd, 2007 at 2:00 pm
Hi Sarah. Dee told me to have a look at your site, because I’m really into her handspun too. I love the way your Plucky Wrap looks, and it seems like a nice simple lace pattern even I could handle. I’ve been trying it out on some Synchronicity, whilst waiting for some new handspun
… but it won’t work. I’ve no idea what I’m doing wrong. I hope you don’t mind me asking, but how do you work your sl 1 purlwise? Do you take the yarn to the front and slip the stitch purlwise, or do you leave the yarn at the back alip the loop purlwise? I’m doing my yo English style – like I’m throwing to knit – if that makes a difference. Thanks in advance….
Francesca