Latte {Knitting}

There are some projects that just take longer than others. But the result makes that all day of knitting really worth it! Yes, Umaro is finished - and it is looking amazing on the bed. It is a beautiful pattern and I would recommend knitting one for yourself. The pattern is not actually that hard - but I always had to have my hard copy version next to me, way too many changes for me to remember them all. However it is quick knit - considering you are knitting a whole blanket (thanks to the 10mm circular needles). 

The cushion cover is an upcycled project

 Pattern: Umaro by the talented Jared Flood (Ravelry)

Yarn: Cascade Yarns Lana Grande in Latte (in double) - the whole of 6 skeins

Needle size: 10 mm circular

Modification: Added one repeat to the width, and two repeats to the length chart
Final measurements: 140cm x 200cm (blocked)

It is a well-written pattern, and you really get the result you expect from the pictures - a very professional looking blanket, that you cannot find in shops. I am glad I stuck to the recommended yarn - it is quite good value in the end, especially for a 100% wool yarn. There are many colours available so you are not limited. 

The next project for that room is to turn this fabric bought on Ebay - Marimekko Lumimarja design - into two smaller cushion covers. I just need to work out where to cut it. 

I can also focus on the baby blanket and makes some progress with it. And considering how Umaro turned out, I cannot wait to see the result.