I know it seems like I'm knitting a ton, but really, I'm cheating by doing quick projects. Also, Logan doesn't nap anymore, so my afternoon sewing time has been converted to afternoon knitting time.
Anyway, I found this beautiful Angora Bamboo yarn on clearance, but they only had two 80 yard skeins. I bought them both, then had to find a pretty project that didn't take much yarn.
This is the
Edelweiss neckwarmer by Susanna IC. My Ravelry notes are
here. It is a horizontal variation of the classic feather and fan lace pattern, but worked in worsted on size 10 needles, which makes it less lacy, but more warm and snuggly. If you follow Elaine at
the Selfish Seamstress, you'll recognize this pattern, as she just finished an utterly stunning version of the traditional pattern worked vertically. In her usual unselfish way, she also provided
the pattern on her blog.
I admit that I chose this pattern partly because I wanted to dip my toes into a simple lace pattern, and I had enough yarn. In retrospect, I'm glad I did. I love the way it feels. The yarn is soft and drapey and the lacy pattern gives it a lot of give.
The curves of the pattern really mold to the body and are snuggly against the side and back of the neck. Very useful for something designed to keep one warm! I'm looking forward to enjoying this very much if it ever gets cold. Also, it will look quite fetching with the nearly matching
Gretel beret my sister knit me last Christmas!
Isn't her cable work amazing?? See why she is my knitting idol?!
