I think I’ve figured out my simpler, alternate layout for the Chilhowie quilt. I’m thinking of modifying my quilt’s name to Chilhowie Inspired, since it’s only using the interior part of the block, and obviously, the credit for that inspiration goes to Bonnie’s quilt. I ordered some simple low-volume sashing fabric, and it came in… Continue reading Alternate layout plans
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Musselburgh hat
When I finished the Tau cardigan, I had almost a full skein of yarn left over, so I thought I’d make a fingering-weight hat. I’d been noticing several knitters making the Musselburgh hat by Ysolde Teague, so I thought I’d give it a try. I used up almost every inch of yarn that I had… Continue reading Musselburgh hat
Adventuresome Wrap
In December, I decided to treat myself to a mystery advent set of 20g mini-skeins. I’d never done something like that before, and watching several folks opening theirs each day was such fun that I wanted to try it for myself. After a disastrous attempt at a different wrap (where stitches were dropped, patterns were… Continue reading Adventuresome Wrap
Chilhowie, part five
In part five, we cut some additional strips and squares, and then pieced the interiors of our blocks. I love, love, love how my color choices are looking at this point. I am not a super fan of the brighter aquas, oranges, and purples that Bonnie chose, but the more muted tones make me very… Continue reading Chilhowie, part five
Vanilla Soufflé socks
Once I finished the first sock and started the second sock, I set these down and wandered over to other projects. I finally found the bag that housed the project when I was looking for something else recently, and decided I needed to finish them! I used a sport weight hand dyed, self-striping sock yarn… Continue reading Vanilla Soufflé socks