Starting in July 2021 we’ll knit this fun rectangle shawl together. Accepting sign-ups here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/neon-splash-knitalong
It uses 2 colors of Merino Cloud, one is a “splash” color (you’ll notice the letters SP after the color number) and the other is a matching solid. Incredibly fun techniques will make sure to keep your interest, and result and a beautiful and unusual knit.
Here’s how i work the edging:
Many of us are at home waiting for this awful virus scare to be over. I thought it would be fun to work on a cheerful project together that would brighten up these dreary days.
Pictured above is the Spring 2020 Merino Cloud Knitalong Shawl version. Ravelry Link Here.
It is an ample 60″ long x 20+” wide, with enough drape and width that it will never fall off the shoulders. I used 2 skeins of Merino Cloud in colors 703 and 1027. You can find these colors through any of our Autoship Stores.
Pictured below is the Tunic which is not quite finished but I’ll update this post as soon as it is. It uses 1 skein of each of 2 colors in Merino Cloud (about 800 yards total) for sizes 34″-42″ bust, and 2 skeins each of 2 colors in Merino Cloud (about 1600 yards total) for sizes 44″-52″ bust. I used Merino Cloud in colors 708 and 621. The 700’s numbers are part of our Ombre Series of colors that can be found through the shops listed on the pattern page.
Let’s have fun with this. The yarn is so gorgeous, and the pattern will keep your interest.
I’ve posted some videos so you can watch the techniques used:
There is also a discussion group here.
And here’s where you sign up.
This is a fun holiday gift, whether you make it for a loved one, or get the kit as a gift for your favorite knitter.
I made it for MYSELF….. I realized how much I love wearing silk as a large shawl/scarf that is wrapped around the neck. Because I spend so much of my time going in and out of the car, and in and out of stores, it is always a challenge to wear woolen knits that are too warm and that make me uncomfortable.
So the thing about silk is that you never feel too hot or too cold wearing it. It takes to your body temperature and you barely know you have it on. Yet it is completely protective, and keeps you warm.
The pattern is easy as anything (just stockinette) and designed to be adjustable. The yarn is held double on size 11 US needles, which is how it transitions so smoothly. Cast on less stitches if you prefer a shorter wider shawl. I designed this one so that i could wrap it once around the neck as you can see here:
Or if it is really chilly, I can wrap it twice around the neck as shown here:
It is super-versatile as you can see here. Right now we’re offering it in two color combinations, but if you have suggestions as to other colors you’d like to see, please let us know.
Look at the color options and purchase the kit here: https://www.artyarns.com/patterns/regal-silk-shawl-kit/
This time of year we are all looking for quick projects we can complete to gift to our friends and family for the holidays. I will be providing you with some suggestions in upcoming blog posts.
Today I recommend using just 1 skein (110 yards) of Beaded Silk and Sequins (100% silk that you want as close to the skin as possible) to make a Jeweled Neckwarmer.
Purchase any skein of Beaded Silk and Sequins and use the coupon code on the label to get the Jeweled Neckwarmer pattern completely free upon checkout here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/jeweled-neckwarmer
This is so easy and so pretty that you probably will want to make it again and again… ENJOY!
One of our favorite and most talented shopowners, Lucinda Iglesias of Mont Tricot, was so inspired by this colorway that she created a spectacular new design for a hat and cowl!
This is such a fun colorway, and you’ll enjoy knitting it stitch by stitch. Even if all you end up making is a stockinette scarf, it will be spectacular. The fun thing about this deep rich color is that every stitch is a surprise as you knit it.
You can get it through any of the stores listed here: https://www.artyarns.com/inspirations/
Let me know if you cast on with this color. Post comments and send photos. I love it when you share projects with me, and I get to see the wonderful things people are making with their Artyarns yarn.
Best,
Iris
FO #1
So the sun was rising yesterday (pretty, no?), and I finally bound off my Better in Cashmere Cardi in Cashmere Eco color 618. Notice that I interspersed a skein of Beaded Silk and Sequins Light in color 618 Silver. Knitting this one was pure joy…. Something about the colors and making a multi jacket for the first time ever…. I enjoyed the process very very much.
Here’s how it came out:
I recommend this jacket to anyone who wants a warm cozy knit for fall/winter. It is incredibly fun and easy to knit, and the yarn just feels softer as you knit with it. It particularly softens as you wear it. You deserve cashmere, and you’ll be able to make it for half the price it would cost to purchase a cashmere cardi like this.
FO#2
I’m going to a wedding and needed something lovely to wear, but not too warm, so that I could enjoy the dancing without getting overheated. I designed this really easy and fun Sparkle Necklace Tee (no necklace required). You can see how it looks on me:
So the way this one works is you use up 1 skein of Beaded Silk and Sequins at the very top (this is knitted top down) and then the remaining top is worked with Merino Cloud. I was able to complete the small size using 2 skeins of Merino Cloud in 2246 (charcoal). I love it and will wear it proudly. You can shorten or extend the sleeves which are knitted using alternate stockinette and garter for extra squishiness.
It feels to good to have these two completed garments. Don’t you love when you complete a knitting project? Thanks for being there for me. 🙂 More later.
Best,
Iris
