Pin Obsession | WIP {Knitting}

Wednesday 26 March 2014


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This is probably the third version of this project.And I think I am now happy with the number of stitches - and potential width, the yarn used (well the combination) and the stitch I am using. it is clearly a not complicated design, but I have in mind this pin (OMG, I am obsessed with that pin)- and I have just spend time to replicate that scarf in that colour - and it is wide, seems quite thin and it is not a simple ribbing. I think I got it, and to be honest right now I am sticking to my decision. 


All I need now is for this (future, maybe a long time away) scarf to grow. To be fair I have given myself the tools to make it grow fast - two strand of yarns and 7mm needles! 


I know the colour is not exactly right (despite Mr MiH and I spending an hour trying to work it out) - but I love it. It is a combination of Cascade 220 Superwash in Straw (870) and Drops Kid Silk in dark brown (15) (both quite good value options). I got them from the Wool Warehouse which is a fab (UK) yarn online shopping site - good value, quick to deliver and the site is easy to naviguate (and no, they don't pay me to say this). 


I seem to be going through a phase of easy knitting projects. I am sure I will go back to more intricate lace patterns soon, but with SO many amazing TV shows to catch up on (last night GBSB as baby MiH woke up 15 minutes into the program, House of Cards, Death in Paradise), this is ideal! 

What are you knitting at the moment, linking to Small Things and Tamis' Amis today. 

12 comments:

  1. ohhh I'm a bit in love with that pin too!! Gorgeous and love your choices :)

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  2. Yes, I'm kind of into knitting easy things too. I will check out Small Things, as I just knitted a little bootie.

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  3. That chunky scarf is gorgeous, I can imagine you are in love with it. And how beautiful your work in progress looks, well done so far!

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  4. The inspiration scarf is really gorgeous!!! I think the color you've landed on will make a very close comparable. I like a simple, palate cleansing knit every once in a while. It's so satisfying.

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  5. Oh I love that pin too. It is a beautiful scarf. I think yours is going to be amazing. I love the yarn combo.

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  6. Can't wait to see it finished - you always do such lovely work.

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  7. This will be a terrific combination. You know I did this for Evil Minion. A long scarf that is Soft and can be shaped into anything for one's neck is certainly a worthy project.

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  8. love this colour and stitch. I have a ball of hand spun aran, Just one ball and am going to knit a very narrow scarf, more of a neck warmer and will use this stitch I think

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  9. What a rich colour. I do admire people who can knit well. I'm definitely more confident with sewing!

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  10. The scarf in your pin looks wonderful. Hopefully your one will grow quickly. Your yarns combine to a give a lovely effect :)

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  11. No matter if it turns out as you envisioned. It looks gorgeous already! Love your yarn combo. Kidsilk Mohair with wool stranded is one of my favourite yarn combi of all time!

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  12. I can't wait to see your scarf finished. I love the yarn combination you are using. I never think to do that.

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