Light Teal Sprinkle "Campfire Trail" Socks

PROJECT DETAILS

Status	Finished
Started	August 31 2019
Completed	December 1 2019
Pattern Name	Campfire Trails
Designer	Twin Stitches Designs
Yarn	Black Cat Custom Yarn Luxury Sock	2 skeins
Needles	US 1 / 2.25 mm	40" Circular

NOTES

I decided to knit these socks two-at-at-time toe up, even though the pattern was for cuff-down. I also made these socks over-the-knee. I made my own adjustments as I went, but I wish I had kept increases in the middle of the calf versus at each side. This caused the front pattern to shift in a way that I did not intend.

FINAL THOUGHTS

• If I make these again, keep increases at the center of calf versus at each side.

Speckled Fade "Zilver"

PROJECT DETAILS

Status	Finished
Started	November 3 2019
Completed	November 23 2019
Pattern Name	Zilver
Designer	Lisa Mutch
Yarn	Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light	1 full hank, 2 partial hanks
Needles	US 8 / 5.0 mm	40" Circular

NOTES

Classic, timeless pattern. Handspun friendly.

I increased the number of times that I completed the ridge pattern to 6; ended on a ridge pattern section versus stockinette section; knit 1 round & then cast-off; blocked top of shawl and corners more aggressively.

UPDATE 10/2020: This is my most worn shawl - the softness of the yarn, paired with the pattern are unbelievable. I need to make another. Surprisingly, no pilling even though it’s super soft single ply yarn.

FINAL THOUGHTS

• Definitely will make again with the same modifications above.

• Good pattern for handspun yarn.

Cool Blend Potholders

PROJECT DETAILS

Status	Finished
Started	November 10 2019
Completed	November 15 2019
Pattern Name	Zilver
Designer	Lisa Mutch
Material	Harrisville Loom Loops	6 Assorted Colors: White, Hydrangea, Lavender, Silver, Pewter, (1) Plum Loop
Loom	7" Regular Size Loom

NOTES

I picked up the loom from my local thrift shop for 85 cents. I considered it a fun find and I ordered 100% cotton loops from the Harrisville Designs website, as well as a replacement plastic crochet hook and a loop color card.

FINAL THOUGHTS

• I really enjoyed making these. And I loved the colors that I ordered: white, hydrangea, lavender, silver, and pewter.

• In the future, I think the following additional colors would be a nice addition: ochre, plum, burgundy, and dark navy.

Speckled "Agatha Shawl"

PROJECT DETAILS

Status	Finished
Started	June 8 2019
Completed	August 30 2019
Pattern Name	Agatha Shawl
Designer	Mone Drager
Yarn	Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light	2 skeins
Needles	US 3 / 3.25 mm	40" Circular

NOTES

I was a little confused at first, as I thought that this was a colorwork project. Really, though, the pattern is the result of a slipped stitch pattern.

My (A) color was dark gray and my (B) color was light. I used speckled yarn which caused the pattern to look more variegated. After some doubts, I decided I liked the effect. The bind-off method was challenging at first, but I eventually knit the bind-off using the (A) color in my left hand (Continental) and with the (B) color in my right hand (English).

UPDATE 10/2020: I love the design, but I don’t wear it as frequently. I like my shawls to be longer, so that they can wrap around my neck and stay on better.

FINAL THOUGHTS

• I liked the pattern, but I wish the finished shawl were longer. I would knit again, but I would keep going with repeats to extend the length.

Hand-dyed "Miette" Sweater

PROJECT DETAILS

Status	Finished
Started	January 2019
Completed	March 2019
Pattern Name	Miette
Designer	Andi Satterlund
Yarn	Lion Brand Fisherman's Wool	2 skeins
Needles	US 8 and US 7	32" Circular

NOTES

My gauge was the same as the pattern. For this project I knit the sweater using stash yarn and I experimented with a Greener Shades dye kit purchased from Paradise Fibers. I dyed the entire sweater after it was knit up. Next time I will dye the yarn first.

I really enjoyed this quick knit. The fit was perfect, except next time I would lengthen it so it is not a crop. Unfortunately, this pattern has been discontinued by the designer and it is no longer available as a download on Ravelry.

UPDATE 10/2020: This sweater is much loved and worn, but pills like crazy now.

FINAL THOUGHTS

• Recommend to knit again

• Handspun friendly

• Lengthen the body