Wandering Thread

I just realized that I didn't say anything about my new design yet. Please, welcome Lidiya shawl ! She got the name after my mom (it was such a lovely surprise for her). The shawl has a crescent shape and worked from top (nape) to bottom (hem). Main body is made in stockinette stitch, lace hem has a wonderful flower motif of traditional Estonian style. Skill Level: Intermediate. Skills needed: k2tog, ssk, s2kpsso, k3tog, sssk, 3into7. Measurements after blocking: 52.75" (134 cm) wide along the top edge, 13" (33 cm) from bottom center point to top edge. Size may vary according to individual knitting tension. Gauge after blocking in St st: 21 sts x 33 rows = 4" (10 cm). Materials Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light (420 yards (384 meters), 100% merino), color name "Logwood", 1 skein fingering weight yarn (CYCA 1: Superfine). US 4 / 3.5 mm 29" circular needle or 14" straight needles. US 6 / 4 mm needle for bind off. Blocking accessories. ...

This red jacket is a very fast knit due to the great gauge of Cascade Sitka yarn (too bad it is discontinued). I started it very spontaneously and knitted with passion. It has raglan sleeves and a close-fitting silhouette. The jacket was worked seamlessly in all-over lace pattern.