lady grey

another wonderful study in grey from the new rowan studio 8. simple ribbing, yet such interesting construction.

extreme knitting geekery

extreme knitting tip i can't wait to try.

skiing green

my friend michelle wore this adorable creamy white earflap hat skiing a couple of weeks ago. she had knit it from be sweet slubby ball and some other be sweet chunky yarn...i forget the name. the hat looked so dang cute i knew i had to make one for myself. after a bit of stash-diving, i came up with this special ball of yarn that's been waiting for just the right project. it's "melisse" from the amazing handspun whiz laine zin-zin. i found the perfect pattern in joelle hoeverson's last-minute knitted gifts. taking a cue from michelle, i made a couple of twisted cord tassels to hang off the earflaps. i also added a big pom-pom on top from a gorgeous ball of be sweet slubby in mauve that's also been languishing in my stash. can't wait to test-drive it on the slopes tomorrow.

new twinkle!

from runway...


...to reality: VK winter 2008 issue. i like the sleeves longer as in the runway version. i also prefer the longer ribbed bodice of the runway version.

quote o' the week

"Vlad the Impaler didn’t crotchet his own ear-flapped bobble hats. And neither should you. If you need a hobby, take up spitting."

~from what may be the most provocative knitting story i've read in a long time.

fendi "pretendi"

about 99% done with my fuzzi, furri, shaggi bag. just have to find a cool silver chain to use as a handle. i left the feathers off for now until i can figure out a way to attach them securely. tried some fabric glue and it didn't stick at all. sewing could be an option. what do you think?

i used gedifra gigante and burly spun yarns to make it. i used the burly spun for the base and the GG mixed with a bit of burly spun to latch-hook the fringe elements. you can purchase the kit that has everything you need to make your own version right here! marcia's loopy knitting bag version is slightly different and fabulous in its own right. but the frame and yarns are the same as mine. i hope you'll be inspired to make your own variations! just shoot me an email if you need tips on how to get started.




addendum: meaghan asked how i'd wear it, so here's a couple of options i like with it. the puffy sleeve top might be a little bit country for a bag that's a little bit rock n roll, but i do like the idea of keeping the outfit a little toned down since the bag is such a statement on its own.

btw, wore it to the hair salon and some lady came up and thought it was a puppy. then all the stylists came over and started petting it. i'm thinking of attaching a leash...and my dog is getting jealous.