Latte

This is Latte from the Mode at Rowan Brushed Fleece book. Lynda knit this for us a few months ago and it has been in hiding until we could share pictures of the new book.

This is the smallest size and it takes 7 Brushed Fleece. The pattern calls for 9mm needles but Lynda went down to an 8mm.

Thank goodness we took pictures last week. It is going to be way too hot for Lynn to have this on later this week.

We also took pictures of Slow Curves (pattern purchased on Ravelry). Joji's patterns are very well written and very easy to follow.

Slow Curves is a crescent shawl design that alternates wedges of solid colors with wedges of ‘faded’ or mixed yarns. With the use of short rows, these sections create curves that move like a pendulum. On one side of the shawl you will see 4 definite solid sections and on the other side you will see them all blended together.  

The result is this beautiful, big, optically intriguing shawl.

I used 4 skeins of Hedgehog Skinny Singles.

Thank you Alex for blocking this for me. It is huge! Alex used the new Flexible Blocking Wires and really liked them.

Felting supplies are on the way. The needles come packaged in this cute tube so you shouldn't lose them.

There will be lots of colours. 

Undyed fleece is coming in small (1 oz) and large (1 pound) balls.

We are still catching up on TV from when we were away. Tonight is The Amazing Race Canada. I am going to work on my Log Cabin square while watching this. You have to watch - it's not a show that you can just listen to.

Finished

Lynn finished her Ranunculus (pattern purchased on Ravelry). She used two skeins of Noro Kumo with 33grams left in the second skein.

Lynn used 5.5mm needles instead of the 6mm that the pattern called for and her finished bust is 40". She followed the pattern for number of stitches but made the length longer than the pattern says. Lynn chose the larger neck option. The sweater fits her perfectly. She is already talking about making it again.

The pullover is worked seamlessly from the top down.

It is a surprisingly quick project at a very loose gauge with big size needles. The combination of thin yarn and big needle gives light, transparent and airy texture to this pullover.

Enjoy kintting!

Yarn: Lace, light fingering to worsted weight yarn. The degree of transparency depends on the weight of yarn.

Sizes: One size (XS–M) in the pattern, finished bust circumference is 129 cm (50 ¾“). You can also download separated modification pattern for larger bust size: 97 (102, 107, 112, 117 122) cm / 38 (40, 42, 44, 46, 48)”.

Today we had a visit from Mr. FedEx. Two boxes from Blue Sky Fibers. Printed Organic Cotton is here.

The sweater on display is called Spring Hill and you can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

A simple knit and purl stitch pattern creates this timeless piece. Knit from the bottom up in 100% Organic Cotton (Worsted), this drop-sleeve sweater will be a year-round favorite.

Slow Curves has been cast off and I will be handing it off to Alex tomorrow. Now to decide what is coming on the plane with me.

Kaffe Fassett

We're a month away from the launch of Rowan Autumn/Winter 2019/2020 and I can start sharing pictures with you. I am very excited about the patterns that are coming.

These designs are from Kaffe Fassett's new book Winter Vintage. 

I need this scarf!

Ms. UPS brought in two huge boxes of Tahki Donegal Tweed. We've already packed some up to send to Lynda and she is going to make another Weekender (pattern purchased on Ravelry)

We picked lime (851) for the sweater.

This drop shoulder sweater is my most favorite addition to my handmade wardrobe! I combined my favorite attributes - texture, faux seams, drop shoulder, and some positive ease to create this versatile, flattering sweater! No matter your body type, it is perfect for wearing to the office or out on your weekend hike in the woods. I’ve already knit a second version, leaving off the sleeves so I can wear it in warmer weather or layered over a long sleeve tee!

Photos ©Andrea Mowry

I have been knitting with Donegal Tweed for years. I love this yarn.

Tahki Donegal Tweed is a handsome tweed wool that's perfect for sweaters, vests, and afghans. One ply of 100% wool is twisted with complimentary-colored slubs for a timeless look and tons of texture. Donegal Tweed is a classic and will make so many wonderful projects that will last for years to come! 

Nick (Mr. Canpar) brought four boxes, two were full of Gleeners.

We have pretty mini Gleeners. You can pick a flowery gleener or a solid gleener.

Smaller than a glasses case, this patented travel fuzz remover is compact enough to take anywhere that last minute wardrobe touch-ups are needed. 3 fabric-safe edges eliminate pilling while a built-in lint brush dusts away pet hair and dandruff. Keep one in your purse, car, briefcase or desk drawer.

The yarn arrived today for the next Knitterati KAL. It isn't on the website yet but I will add as soon as Cascade puts the colours on their website. The yarn is Cascade 220 Superwash Merino.

Kathy brought in her finished Washed Out (pattern purchased on Ravelry) She was lucky to walk out of the store with it.

This is another project for the Joji KAL. Kathy is aiming to have at least one more project finished, maybe two before the end of August.

She used Hedgehog Skinny Single Purr, LITLG Singles Damask and Lightbeam.

Washed out is a stunning asymmetrical triangle shawl with faded stripes and lace.

I chose a faded progression of colors for my sample, but we tried it in different combinations, and we decided that any order and combination looks great! Wheter it’s a fade or not.  

The stripes in this pattern will make your colors melt together as you make your way to the final and most stunning part of this project: The lace edging.

I'm casting off and it is taking forever. Cast off 7, cast on 2. I can't keep my eyes open any longer so I'll finish tomorrow.

Almost Finished

Lucy was mostly an angel when we were together this morning. There was a bit of whining and crying but then she'd lie back down and sleep. I am the third most important person in her life. She isn't used to staying with me. Most of her day is spent with dad or Beth.

A few days ago I talked about the Casapinka MKAL. Here are some colour combinations from SweetGeorgia.

The kits are available online so that you can preorder.

I'm still undecided which two kits I am going to pick. Of course I'm going to participate in the MKAL. Playing with twelve different colours is right up my alley.

I made it to the fourth colour. It should be finished before Wednesday when Alex is back in the store. I will ask her very nicely if she will block it for me. I'll give her the new flexible blocking wires to try and she can take pictures and let us know how she likes them.

Dad called at 5:30 this morning that he was turning onto our street with Lucy. I got another hour or so of sleep before Beth had to leave and then I was up all day. I am exhausted. Beth and I watched the hockey game last night. I love watching the winning team getting the Stanley Cup. Yes, it's 10:30 and I'm still up. We couldn't miss the basketball game. I am going to be dragging tomorrow.