It’s Growing

Zaneknits has a new pattern that you can purchase on Ravelry.

Dunia Sweater is an all-over colourwork sweater worked seamlessly top down in DK weight, so it knits up relatively quickly. The set-in sleeve gives you a clean shoulder line even with the generous positive ease, and you can try the sweater on as you go and adjust the length to suit you.

It’s worked in one main colour and multiple contrast colours. Some of them are quite neutral, some are bold and unexpected. Together they create a sweater that feels alive and a little unpredictable. You could knit it in just two colours for a more minimal look, but where’s the fun in that.

The floats are short, so the knitting is relaxed and intuitive. There are portions that ask for your focus and portions where you can just settle in and enjoy the rhythm. It’s a great balance making it a satisfying knit from start to finish.

Dunia is the Arabic word for the world. I see it as colourful, diverse, and full of contrasts. Sometimes it demands your full attention and sometimes it just lets you breathe. This sweater is a bit like that.

I threw my sweater over my friend so you can see how far I am.

The neck looks huge - I might have to add a few extra rows of ribbing to bring it in a bit tighter. That’s a tomorrow problem.

I thought I was further on the front. I still have 7 rows before I get to start the colourwork.

It was a bit of a lazy day. Last night dad and stayed up very late watching the football game. I couldn’t drag myself away. Now we’re watching hockey and baseball. More knitting time.

What Dreams are Made Of

We have two brand new colours from Emma’s.

What Dreams are Made Of. You know I want to knit with this colour 😍

Sea Glass

We have these in Practically Perfect Sock and Suri Silk. They are so pretty in person.

I put together two new combinations for the Ooey Gooey Cowl. You need two skeins of Suri Silk and 2 skeins of Dyed in the Wool. Above is Sea Glass and Waterwitch. Below is What Dreams are Made of and Purse First.

This is my Ooey Gooey Cowl (pattern purchased on Ravelry) knit with Mom Jeans and Bitter Pill.

This is Linda’s first cowl - Beach Please and Ghost Ranch.

Here is Linda’s second - Jackie O and Eleventh Hour.

Dad, Beth and the dogs had a great weekend at the cottage. The weather was beautiful but the fish weren’t biting. 

Don’t forget that the store will be closed on Wednesday October 7th. Lynn and I have appointments that day and neither of us can work. We’ll be back on Thursday October 8th at noon.

More Blocking

This morning I soaked my Grevillea Shawl in Soak. It’s now lying out on towels on the kitchen island.

Lynn’s Antipodes is blocking. I can’t wait to see it on her later this week.

Now back to my Antipodes. I’ve joined the two sides of the neck and have another inch or so until I get to start the front colourwork. Lynn has inspired me to get going.

I have a few chores to do around the house before the Sunday Night Football game. Then I’ll get back to my knitting. 

Antipodes

Anitpodes won the ‘not finished’ lottery and I pulled it out Thursday evening. I sat at the kitchen counter because I was picking up stitches for the left front and it’s easier on a solid surface. Last night I was able to finish the left front. This morning I picked up the stitches for the right front. I wanted to keep going but if I did the first row I wouldn’t stop and then the store wouldn’t be open today. I hope to finish the right front after work and maybe join the two fronts tonight. 

Lynn is almost finished hers. She’s on the bottom ribbing and then blocking. I set a deadline of October 1st and she’s going to make it!!!

I also soaked my Tally Tee last night. It was wrapped in towels overnight and now it’s lying out on towels.

Arne & Carlos are back – with 65 brand-new festive decorations to knit, inspired by the magic of a Norwegian winter!

Best-selling and globally beloved knitters Arne & Carlos have created 65 charming new knitted designs so that you can bring a touch of a Scandinavian winter into your own home this festive season. Each of the seasonal balls is adorned with stylish, colorful motifs to make your tree sparkle with festive cheer. 

65 New Christmas Balls to Knit features:

• Advice on selecting tools and materials, including yarns, fillings and additional sparkly embellishments
• Photographic step-by-step advice on all the key techniques required, including casting on, increasing, decreasing, working stranded colourwork and making a hanging loop
• The basic pattern to get you started, which is the
   basis of all 65 knitted balls
• Themed collections for the 65 decorations, such as Let It Snow, featuring fir trees and snowflakes; Flora and Fauna, including holly and reindeer; and Traditional, which harks back to ski jumper design motifs and red, white and green colorways. Each of the patterns is explained by a chart; there are no complicated instructions to follow; so once you’ve mastered the basic pattern you can create any of the designs simply and easily
• 7 delicious Christmas cookie recipes inspired by the designs, for a true taste of a Scandinavian Christmas.

Enjoy the festive magic, God Jul*, and happy knitting!

(*Merry Christmas)

The book is available in the store and online.

I’m early to make sure there is a post today. I’m worried I’ll get home and start knitting and then tomorrow morning I’ll yell at myself because I forgot to hit publish.

Question of the Day

Would you rather?

-Be able to read minds

OR 

-see 10 minutes into the future

Molino

 Isabell Kraemer has a new sweater pattern.

You can purchase the pattern for Molino on Ravelry.

Molino eng: windmill

Worked seamlessly from the top down, the Molino pullover combines a timeless silhouette with a beautiful colorwork pattern that is enjoyable to knit and rewarding to wear.

Starting with the neck, short rows are worked back and forth to shape the neckline. The yoke is then worked in the round to sleeve separation. Yoke increases are incorporated into the colorwork portion followed by raglan increases for the lower section. Sleeve stitches are placed on hold to work the body top down. Sleeves are worked in rounds from the underarm to the cuffs. No finishing required.

Isabell suggests sport weight yarn. I think this sweater screams Patagonia. A few test knitters used fingering weight like Le Petit Lambswool which will give you a lighter sweater.

Mr. FedEx brought a big box from Blue Sky this afternoon. We have more Woolstok Tweed Light (the website is updated) and I have added kits for the Inverarary Jumper.

I’ve cast off the second sleeve on my Tally Tee. Tomorrow night I will be blocking. Now I’m going to search through my baskets to find another project to finish.

Mode at Rowan Softest Alpaca

This is the Armeria sweater knit in Mode at Rowan Softest Alpaca. The pattern can be purchased on Ravelry.

This pretty sweater features an all-over pattern of stocking stitch squares each framed with a moss stitch border. Knitted using Softest Alpaca, this sweater offers exceptional warmth and comfort without compromising on style.

Softest Alpaca has new shades for fall.

We have a store sample knit in Softest Alpaca and everyone comments on how soft it is and how light the sweater is.

Junia top

A timeless everyday layer designed for comfort, ease and effortless style. This lovely sleeveless top features charming cable detailing, a flattering v-neckline and a classic button fastening for a relaxed yet refined finish. Knitted using Softest Alpaca for lightweight warmth, this is the perfect piece for layering throughout the seasons. A true everyday essential, combining relaxed comfort with easy-going elegance.

Zella Vest - crochet

This simply stylish crochet vest is the ultimate layering piece. Designed with a relaxed, open silhouette - each half of the vest is worked separately and joined using side straps for a modern, easy-to-wear look. Perfect for adding texture and warmth without bulk, this vest is a go-to piece for layering over your autumn and winter outfits.

Pattern is written in UK crochet terms. There is a QR code on the pattern which can be scanned to learn the difference between the US and UK crochet terms.

Marlowe

Marlowe is an elegant, super cosy sweater knit in all over mistake rib stitch with a roll neck and oversize fit. Knit with Softest Alpaca yarn it has a luxurious warmth for those cold days.

I’m early today because

• I’m on dinner duty tonight and I’ll be picking up Boston Pizza on the way home from work. This means staying later but that’s okay because we received a huge box of Malabrigo today that I need to unpack
• Survivor starts tonight. I want to pay attention to the first week when we meet everyone.

Last night we watched The Green Book. I highly recommend the movie. Everyone in my house enjoyed it and there were a few tears at the end.

Circular Knitting

Tonight’s movie is the Green Book. I’m having a hard time writing while watching.

We have a new book from Kate Atherley.

A comprehensive guide to how to knit in the round even if you’ve never picked up a circular needle or double pointed needles (DPN) before.

Circular Knitting for Beginners and Beyond explores the benefits of circular knitting and why lots of knitters prefer knitting in the round – no more purl stitches anyone?!

Discover all the circular knitting techniques and the tools you’ll need to get started including different sizes of circular needles; flexible trios and DPNs. Ever wondered what the difference is between an interchangeable circular and a small circumference circular needle? Then look no further, this guide explains it all.

• There are step-by-step instructions for all the different knitting-in-the round methods including how to use two circulars at a time, small circumference circular needles and the magic loop method.
• Expert knitter and author, Kate Atherley, explains all the methods in an easy-to-understand style so you can try out them out and choose your favourites.
• Includes 10 skill-building projects for you to try including accessories such as a beret, cowl and mittens, that help you to build your circular knitting skills as you go.

There is also a section about potential pitfalls and troubleshooting so you can correct your mistakes and keep going. So, if you’ve always wanted to try knitting socks or a hat, or perhaps that seamless sweater pattern you’ve been admiring, grab this guide and start your circular knitting journey!

You can purchase the book online or in the store.

Question of the day

Do you wet your toothbrush before or after the toothpaste?

Now I need to hit Publish and get back to the movie. I have 3 more rows of ribbing on my sleeve and then I can cast off my Tally Tee. There will be lots of blocking this week.