Showing posts with label techniques. Show all posts
Showing posts with label techniques. Show all posts

Sunday, October 14, 2007

Sexy Fair Isle

Further thought on bringing sexy back to fair isle (back?):
From Gedifra Highlights 072, Pattern 1026 (2nd from left, in case you don't spot it...)

BTW, I totally bought the fair isle dress from Urban Outfitters I mentioned here, and then realized I couldn't afford it. C'est la vie. I better look fierce in this dress! (After I buy the tights and the flat, black boots to wear with it... sigh.)

Monday, October 1, 2007

Fair Isle at Urban Outfitters

I don't know why THIS was the fair isle sweater to turn my head, but here it is:

Lux Fairisle Sweater Dress from Urban Outfitters, $58. Available in grey (above) or black.

Cozy sweater dress knit with a bit of angora for some serious softness. Knit with allover folksy stripes and cut with a deep-v neck. Rib-knit trim at the neck, sleeves and hem. Exclusive to Urban Outfitters. Imported. Machine wash.
*Tunic silhouette
*Knee length
*35"l from shoulder to hem
*Fits true to size
*Ramie, acrylic, angora

Sunday, April 8, 2007

What's so fascinating about entrelac?

What is so fascinating to me about entrelac? I don't know, but it's neat.

Criminy Jickets Garterlac Dishcloth pattern is available for free.
The entrelac socks from Interweave Knits Spring 2007 issue is scrumptious in Koigu. I could be naked and just wear these socks. {drool}Then, there is the original inspiration for my entrelac obsession, and a definite MUST KNIT. From Gedifra Highlights 043, pattern 618.
And, also from Gedifra, the entrelac sweater. And it's shown in a green colorway! Woot!

Knitting Technique: Socks

Why I want to learn how to knit socks:

1) It was what originally drew me to knitting.

2) I love funky, original socks.

3) Sock yarns are gorgeous.

4) It is a very portable project.

5) Socks provide a quick sense of accomplishment.

6) Socks are always practical.