6.15.2012

Planning..



Every night for the past month or so I have been knitting...and knitting...and knitting some more.
I wish that I had something truly magnificent to present to you to show for all of this hard work.. 
but instead all I have is this.



So pretty... riiiiight? 

Although this is merely a big old pile of ugly swatches, I feel that it is the beginning of something truly great.
I am working on a new collection of patterns that focuses on botanical elements in my favorite Autumn colorways. It's so "me".. and it is so very self indulgent. I am loving it and I hope that when I finally finish it.. that you will too.

I will keep you updated as to my progress!


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24 comments:

  1. CambriaJune 15, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    I love digging through the 'swatch pile'. You never know what treasures you'll find in there :)

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  2. AnonymousJune 15, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    All I have to show for my knitting lately is a giant pile of swatches as well. Usually I abhor swatching as it's a speedbump in the way of the project I so want to cast on, but I've been making myself slow down lately. Get to know the yarn. Experiment with different needle sizes. Take notes about the result. And I'm starting to enjoy it.

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  3. EvelynJune 15, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    I think the warm weather months are perfect for playing with stitch patterns and swatching. Looking forward to seeing your new designs!

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  4. WildflowerWoolJune 15, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    All of that swatching sounds like fun to me-all all that potential! Looking forward to seeing what you come up with!

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  5. UnknownJune 15, 2012 at 7:56 PM

    It is because you like playing with swatches that you can become a good designer! I totally appreciate and admire the entire creative and design process, not just the end result. You rock!

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  6. drMolly, the BeanQueenJune 15, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    Well, I for one am looking forward to the new designs. And one MUST swatch, right? Keep up the good work!

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  7. Kristen RettigJune 15, 2012 at 11:57 PM

    Thank you for your hard work. I can't wait to see what I'll be knitting in the future! :-)

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  8. BlåbærlinaJune 16, 2012 at 2:49 AM

    This both looks and sounds really interesting to me!
    Can't wait to see what you are creating
    :o) sometimes the processes have to be long.
    Good luck!
    Nina

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  9. Springtree RoadJune 16, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    I love swatching, just to try new stitches, but eventually I get impatient too. And fall colors are the best. Can't wait to see your new collection.

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  10. UnknownJune 16, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    I am anxiously waiting for this new reveal soon!!

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  11. CardiganGirlKnitsJune 16, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    This is a bit like knitting torture! I really really like your designs and look forward to seeing new patterns.

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  12. SherralJune 16, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Well, I like everything you design so... I'm sure I'll love this!

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  13. UnknownJune 16, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    I can't wait to see what those turn into!

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  14. MaryseJune 16, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    I really look forward to seeing it! We were talking about Coastal Knits this afternoon! A very beautiful book again!

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  15. JessicaJune 16, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Can't wait to see where these swatches lead you!
    jpeled

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  16. Lori annJune 16, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    hi dear alana,

    it was so nice meeting you today at knit and purl. i'm glad you were able to come down to julie's shop. i'm so enjoying your book!
    xo lori

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  17. AmandaJune 17, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    New patterns? I can't wait! It was wonderful meeting you at Knit & Pearl yesterday by the way- your daughter was so adorable sitting in the corner and working on her knitting. Too cute!

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  18. AnonymousJune 18, 2012 at 3:40 AM

    Go ahead, indulge! We trust your process completely.

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  19. NuttygalJune 18, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    Oh I can't wait to see more. love those colors.

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  20. LoriJune 18, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    Mmmm ... yum ... autumn colorways. I love them all! Can't wait to see what you have in mind!

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  21. Twisted Purl GirlJune 18, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    The colors are looking magnificent. Can't wait to see what it becomes!

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  22. AudKnitsJune 24, 2012 at 3:10 AM

    I think you should name the swatches the "Pile of Promise". Knowing you, it holds the beginnings of a fabulous new collection!

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  23. DorothyJune 30, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Oh, wonderful-your designs and Autumn icolors/sweaters! I can't wait to see the results.

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  24. andrea kissJuly 2, 2012 at 5:42 PM

    Best swatch pile i've ever seen! Love the colors! And botanical knits sound lovely!

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