A lot has been going on around here!
First of all, my pile of gray Malabrigo is rapidly turning into the
squishiest, softest, cuddliest cardigan. I cant wait to wrap myself in it when its done.
First of all, my pile of gray Malabrigo is rapidly turning into the
squishiest, softest, cuddliest cardigan. I cant wait to wrap myself in it when its done.
The pattern is Vine Yoke Cardigan by Ysolda Teague. Its a pleasure to knit, but I have to admit that the sweater's current proportions are scaring me a little.
Fortunately I know a thing or two about blocking handknits into submission.
Fortunately I know a thing or two about blocking handknits into submission.
Also last weekend I had the awesome opportunity of going on a knitting retreat put on by Bonita Knitting and Bobbin's Nest Studio.
There was a beautiful boutique set up just for the retreat participants. It wasn't my fault that they happened to include the most beautiful skein of sock yarn in the sale.
I had to cast on for Damson straight away.
There was a beautiful boutique set up just for the retreat participants. It wasn't my fault that they happened to include the most beautiful skein of sock yarn in the sale.
I had to cast on for Damson straight away.
Do you blame me?
Bobbin's Nest Studio is absolutely beautiful, I was there just last week while I was vacationing in Santa Clara. (And as for the sock yarn, I totally understand, it is quite breath taking.)
ReplyDeleteOMG, I am working on the same projects as you! We're both big fans of Ysolda isn't it? Your Vine yoke cardigan looks awesome and I can't wait to see it on you. I heard a lot of good comments on the Dameson too. Keep up the good work.
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beautiful work, as always! great minds think alike it seems - I'm also working on my Vine Yoke Cardi (just started) and Damson (brought back from hibernation after working on other things)! VYC is addicting. I'm not sure if it's the yarn (also using Malabrigo.. in Lettuce.. you'd probably love it! ;) or the pattern or the combination, but I have a hard time putting it down once I pick it up!
ReplyDeletePS: Bobbin's Nest is an AWESOME shop! :) It's one of my favorites - I just wish it wasn't on the other side of the Bay from me so I could go there more often. LOL
ReplyDeleteOh, the golden colours are delightful!
ReplyDeleteYour Vine Yolk looks so beautiful and no wonder you couldn't resist that yarn, I love fall colours.
ReplyDeleteLove your Vine Yoke cardi and great color. What an awesome color for sock yarn - gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYour Vine Yoke Cardigan looks beautiful, it works so well in the grey :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great cardigan pattern. It's going to be lovely.
ReplyDeleteI like the color of sock yarn that you chose and I think it will be perfect for Damson.
That looks so great!! I haven't used Malabrigo yet, but keep hearing how wonderful it is.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful sock yarn!
ReplyDeleteThe sweater is fabulous!
Your sweater looks great- I love that color of malabrigo. Don't worry too much about the dimensions.... my vine yoke seemed awfully small and short while in progress, but after blocking, I ended up with a normal size sweater and it didn't even require much tugging.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the finished product! Love the gold-colored yarn. Very unique.
ReplyDeleteNo, I don't blame you that is exquisite!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see some snaps of that sweater on you. It looks both interesting and lusciously soft, a great combination!
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous in gray!
ReplyDeleteSO GORGEOUS. i can almost feel it even in the photographs.
ReplyDeleteYour Vine Yoke is gorgeous. I started with the original pattern but ended up frogging because of the size. I think I'm going to go down one size. The garter stitch will gain length once it's washed and blocked.
ReplyDeleteIt looks beautiful! I have to tell you, your daughter looked so happy with the bird / nest, I had to order the yarn to make one for my 4 y/o niece. And then I HAVE to make the snake for my nephew. Homemade holiday gifts, it feels good!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! That cardigan is beautiful! I cannot wait to see the finished produce. That grey is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThat is the most beautiful yarn!
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Oh that cardi looks gorgeous!! I can't wait to see it when you are all finished.
ReplyDeleteyour cardi looks soo soft! and i love the yarn you chose for damson
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