(Holds finger to lips)
Shhhhhhhhhh!
If you're like me, you are working on handmade, homemade, bestest-kind-of-presents gifts right now! (Wink)
Those jingly bells are sounding stronger . . . gotta get these done!
I know most of the time I'm talking about quilting here at the Lilypad, but I wanted to show you something just a little bit different!
Lookee!
Yummmmm . . . looks warm to me!
This is kinda a yarn review, too. I thought I would show you what I used:
Different, no?
Would I use this again? Ummm, I would have to think about it! (I love you, Lion brand yarns, but this particular yarn caused me no end of issues!) I mean, seriously, look at it and tell me you could count stitches and keep a pattern going with this!
So I just did a simple K2, P2 ribbing, and it worked out just fine. Take a closer look at the texture!
Want a really close look?
I think the recipient will love it -- just her shade of green, and the softness and texture will be appreciated!
In case you are wondering, I used only one skein, and size 10 needles. It measures about 44 inches, which will be just right for a petite person!
What about you? Are you making gifties?
Love,
Don't forget to pop over to SewCalGal's and enter the raffle for fabulous prizes! The sponsors have provided the prizes, and the raffle money goes to one of four super-duper non-profit charities!
That looks good and very warm but the yarn looks a bit of a terror to use. I used a similar yarn a while back and I don't think I'll try it again as keeping count of the stitches was a nightmare.
ReplyDeleteMy first thought when I saw your picture of the yarn was about how difficult it'd be to count stitches. The finished scarf is just gorgeous though.
ReplyDeleteWow, I love that yarn. It would be great for weaving as a weft yarn. What is the fiber content?
ReplyDeleteI so wish I knew how to crochet or knit. Unfortunately, my attempts to learn both failed miserably. I love the scarf!! It would be a great gift for someone. :)
ReplyDeletePretty scarf! That color green will go with everything year season. Is that similar to Lion Brand's 'Homespun' line? I use that for all my prayer shawls and it is so cuddly. But you are right - keep the pattern simple. 'Silky Twist' sounds oh-so-soft and comfy. She will love this!
ReplyDelete...ummm..correction...' will go with everything this season'.... Sorry, the brain and fingers aren't working well together today!!!
DeleteOh! I'm making something similar with Red Heart Buttercup yarn (it's super super soft but textured like what you used). I'm also doing a simple K2 P2 - mostly because it's for a kid and I am a really green knitter, but also bc I know how nubby and confusing it'll get. Hope your recipient loves your creation!
ReplyDeleteHello, Berrybarndesigns, and thank you for stopping by....I wanted to reply directly to you, but you are a no-reply blogger! Good luck on your project, and thank you for leaving me a comment!
DeleteAt first glance, I thought it was a pair of arm/hand warmers...which I love. I was all set to ask to be added to your Christmas list. LOL You knit beautifully and the scarf looks lusciously warm! The color is fabulous.
ReplyDeleteThey look snuggly and beautiful! That is my favorite green :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks like it would be hard to knit with, I would probably keep sticking my needles through the yarn. The scarf turned out super lovely and looks very cozy! I am plugging away on my Christmas gifts right now too :)
ReplyDeletePretty! I am making birthday gifts for grand sons. I ma making a space wall hanging that is 3d. The pattern even came with glasses. He will be 9 and has already seen the pattern. I made a magic block for the littlest that will be 1. I have 4 grand birthday all at Thanksgiving! The two older ones will be 19 and 20 ! They will probably get gift cards!
ReplyDelete