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I recently started work on a custom order for one of my favorite scarf patterns. You can see a photo of the original below, in a dark blue – the name of the design is Garden at Midnight.
The request, from a customer of mine, was for the scarf to be done in a yarn of the same weight (lace) in a deep gold. Here’s the work in progress:
The yarn is a luxurious blend of silk (45%) and merino wool (55%), by Fyberspates. It’s called Scrumptious Lace and the color is #502, gold.
If you’d like to give this pattern a try, it’s available on my Ravelry page.
If you’d like to custom order a scarf, shawl, or wrap from any of my other patterns (from my Ravelry page), just let me know.
Happy Knitting!
MikeH
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The first of two man’s cardigan jackets is finally done and here’s a photo. I’m quite pleased with the result.
As you can see from the photo below, Boon, the recipient, seems to be pleased with the result as well!
One last tip on finishing:
Sewing on buttons
http://www.sewdaily.com/how-to-sew/buttonholes/tips-for-sewing-buttons-on-handknits
The next cardigan is for me, and so far I’ve knit only a few inches of the back ribbing and body. I won’t be boring you with a chronicle of the progress, but will probably post a photo of the finished product – months from now.
Happy Knitting!
MikeH
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Almost there! The photo above shows all the pieces of the garment in place. The buttonhole band has been knitted on, with buttonholes worked along the band, the sleeves have been set in, and the sleeve seams have been sewn. In addition, the left side seam is finished.
Here’s a bit more detail of the buttonhole band and a finished sleeve.
Side seam (just above pocket band) is nearly invisible.
So, the last two items of finishing left are sewing the right side seam and sewing on the buttons. You’ll get to see the completed cardi jacket next week!
Some sources I found useful:
1. Set in sleeve and seam
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urOn3DSHBlc
2. Starting the seam
http://whitehorsedesigns.blogspot.com/2016/01/the-figure-8-join.html
3. Seaming vertical edges
https://www.woolandthegang.com/how-to/knit/vertical-invisible-seaming#
Thanks for following along on this and for being patient. Final photos of cardigan/jacket number one next week.
Happy Knitting!
MikeH
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The request, from a customer of mine, was for the scarf to be done in a yarn of the same weight (lace) in a deep gold. Here’s the work in progress:
The yarn is a luxurious blend of silk (45%) and merino wool (55%), by Fyberspates. It’s called Scrumptious Lace and the color is #502, gold.
