Tuesday 26 February 2008

Hawaiian Jaywalker Socks




I have finished my Jaywalker socks, they are knitted on 2.75mm Quills in Lorna's Laces Hawaii colourway. I loved this yarn, it is beautiful to knit with and I really like the effect it has created with the pattern. I have enjoyed making these socks and would definitely use the pattern again, it is very easily memorised and takes the monotony out of plain socks.

Monday 4 February 2008

Finished Gretel


Here is my finished Gretel Beret, I ended up knitting the slouchy version as I tried it on as I was knitting and decided I wanted some more slouch! I must have a big head LOL. It was a lovely knit which I really enjoyed, I will definately knit more :D

Sorry there are no modelled shots but my husband is away and I found it hard taking them in the mirror. I don't think my 2 year olds photography skills would be up to scratch ;D

Saturday 2 February 2008

Gretel Beret


I have started knitting myself a Gretel beret: http://ysolda.com/shop/index.php?main_p ... ducts_id=3

I am knitting it in Malabrigo worsted in Holly Hock colourway, I have to say that this is the nicest yarn I have ever knit with, it is like butter, so soft and I love the varigated colour. This is only my second attempt at cables so i'm a bit slow :S It is a lovely clear pattern though and I am really enjoying knitting it :D

I really don't suit hats so this is a big test as to whether I will wear it or not. It may have to find another home if it doesn't look right!