Read the alt texts of the photos above about the #yarn's history. Here you can learn more about the history of this "more glossy than silk" patent: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rayon
This #emboidery #floss was a hype since 1905/1910 ... and we can imagine that some of the governesses who had the misfortune to be on board, used it for #embroideries in the luxury rooms of the #Titanic.
More on the Ivy Scarf, kerchief option, worked in Classic Elite Giselle mohair, color Cloud.
All charted, it's a surprisingly easy pattern to follow. Also offers long narrow version in two sizes.
Trying for one chart done daily. There are six, A through F. This is one of those times when it's helpful to have several WIPs going at once - I can switch back and forth.
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ivy-scarf
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New #WIP! This one is a triangular kerchief for a medical aide here, Marietta, who has been very helpful with me and my recovery.
Pattern is the Ivy Scarf, yarn is Classic Elite Giselle in the color Cloud, US4 ChiaoGoo needles. It's weightless, and except for the tinking back and frogging experience, a delight to knit with!
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Ye Olde Stack 'O Swatches. Amazing how each one holds a memory. And, can see how my swatching in particular and knitting in general have improved.
Reflecting - This art/craft of ours is blessedly diverse. Some days I want to knit all the things. Other days it's sorting scraps, a match for the spoons I have.
I feel so blessed to have the chance to begin again with fiber arts. <gratitude>
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WIP Tunisian Knit Stitch Blanket 
No pattern, just ~200 stitches across. Going until I run out of yarn. (These skeins run forever. They say 4 worsted but are more akin to fingering weight.)
Yarn: Lion Brand Re-Spun (alas discontinued)
Colorway(s): dark purple (pictured), upcoming: deep cool blue, deep teal, cornsilk, amber, wine, black
Hook: Clover Takumi hook + cable size H/5.00mm ( https://clover-usa.com/products/tunisian-crochet-hook-combo-set )
Getting a whole lot of knitting prep done today! Swatched for the Ivy Scarf in Giselle, color Cloud.
The four holes at the bottom are a little hard to read, should have put more stockinette rows before beginning lace. Supposed to indicate US4 (four yo + k2 holes). Live and learn.
This one is for a CNA eg medical aide named Marietta here in the nursing home, who always goes the extra mile.
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Here is link for Romi Hill's 2025 MKAL, a triangular shawl. Kicks off May 23rd, so plenty of time to prepare.
Romi's MKALs are great! Pattern has a theme, clever new technique, weekly in-depth #YouTube, robust forum. She offers a pay-as-you-can purchase model. Annually, a lot of people participate.
I'm all in, swatched and ready to go. Consider joining me!
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/funston---2025-mystery-shawl
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Behold! My new swatching protocol - yo + k2 for needle size (US4), also 4 knots in tail. Transformative!
This is for the upcoming Romi Hill annual shawl MKAL starting in May. It's always a great MKAL with her, new techniques, great video and forum support. The pattern is called Funston. Join me!
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Does anyone have any go-to or favorite knooking pattern sites or resources (books, pdfs, etc)?
I've got the itch to learn something new, and would love some tried and true places to start!
From Norman of #NimbleNeedles...
"What's your KNITTING SKILL LEVEL? Test how good a knitter you really are!"
This was fun, he talks through the test and gives all the levels.
https://youtube.com/watch?v=maanjnPd58s&si=3SGRSaUGWCh5RSqa
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Just had a very relaxing meditative moment, sorting my yarn scraps by color and bagging up in a clean zip bag. These maintenance tasks of the craft can be so rewarding.
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Hiya Kniterati, what do we think of this knitting? Would love some feedback on my yarn choice. It will be a balaclava-hood, called the Harris Hood.
Two strands of Rowan Fine Art variegated in pink-coral, and one strand of pink cashmere.
Also here is a picture of the woman it is for, and of the pattern. She wanted a bright color. Am I on the right path with this?
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How did I not know this?!!
Per Norman at #NimbleNeedles on #YouTube, swatches can be marked for needle size by tying knots - in this case, seven knots for US7 needle. Because I NEVER remember.
Another way is to knit in the correct number as purl bumps right in the swatch. Great hack!
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It's here! Rosemary (Romi) Hill's latest MKAL, "Funston." Want to join me?
I've done her last two - very rewarding, highly wearable shawls. Each MKAL has a philosophical theme and includes new techniques and/or construction. There are weekly how-to videos, moderated forums, kits, and more. Pay what you can model.
I'm all in, kicks off in May. Hop on in!
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https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/funston---2025-mystery-shawl
Here's a knitting math geek-out from Norman of NimbleNeedles on #YouTube...
I always learn so much from Norman. Here he takes a deep dive into stitch and row gauge. He maths A LOT. If you are math-phobic, Norman makes it clear, step-by-step. His thinking changes the role of getting gauge - the swatch is still important, but not everything. So interesting!
https://youtu.be/GymsNueIv68?si=laAmrq-WMnvKg4lu
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Comb tied on head, these little chickies are soooo cute!
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Knit Nation - a new publication, first issue free to first 1,000 as a promotion!
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