I don’t always blog about my knitting projects, but this one was major. I started in March on 2021. It was supposed to be an amazing swirl sweater (Forest Fiesta
by Sandra McIver). In October though I realized there was a twist in the cast on of this ginormous project. So then I had to decide what to do. I decided to be somewhat creative and make a twisted poncho with it. This project went on quite a few trips with me (our Boles multiple times, Sunbanks Blues Festival, Portland and Westport). For those on Ravelry there is a link to the project with more information. But yesterday during the Seahawks last regular season game (and win!) I finished knitting it. And today I finished weaving in all of the many ends. Then I was finally able to try it on and enjoy it.
It is fun, colorful and warm. I could block it make it bigger. I like the uniqueness of the twist. And I love that it’s two sided with different characteristics of each side. I was worried this wouldn’t work out, but it did. Plus I used up a lot of stash including yarn from my sheep, from frogged projects, hand dyed yarn, and Spincycle yarns. I was creative with the colors so that was fun too. Now I will move onto the Woodland Hoodlet with my handspun mioget katmoget yarn.
That is fantastic!! My daughter agrees!! I’m sure you’ll get a lot of enjoyment from wearing it! My daughter is going to look it up on Ravelry.
I looked at the Spincycle webpage, and saw something I’ve never seen or heard of before. Can you tell me what non-mulesed means? If not, I guess I can contact the company and ask.
Thanks Jeanne. It is good to hear you both like it. Mule sing is taking skin off the rear of a sheep to prevent fly strike. It has never been a practice in the United States but is in Australia.
Soooo cool! Love the colours
Thanks! I do too.
Marvelous!
Thanks!
It’s wonderful!
Thanks Michelle!!!