I don't have any major projects done right now, but I figured I'd get my feet wet in the blogesphere again. I was working on the Skinny Empire from Custom knits but with summer coming to an end I'm going to put it to the side and work on it periodically. The dreary weather has me thinking of cooler climates which has me wanting to make warmer clothing so now I'm looking at knitting up the Short Sleeved Cardigan from Fitted Knits using Knit Picks Wool Of the Andeas Bulky in Navy.
Over the weekend my tapestry needle broke while I was using waste yarn to hold stitches to a sleeve and of course I only have one needle so I knew I had to go buy a new. I thought this would be a good time to check out the Lion Brand store located on West 15th Street. Can I tell you I was pleasantly suprised. They pretty much had their complete yarn line on display and a crochet class was in progress. Of course I headed straight for their luxury yarn line. I was curious to see and feel the quality. In this line they carry 100% cashmere, merino wool, mohair silk, and organic cotton. The cashmere felt delicious to the touch and had an angora look to it. Of course I couldn't just walk out with what I came there for. So these are the things I left with:
100% Merino Wool Yarn, Charm Yarn Cutter, metal large eyed needles, and a sample of Soak
I don't know what I'm going to make with the yarn. One ball is 306 yds for $8. Maybe I will make a scarf. I definitely know I will be visiting the store again.
How many of you are looking forward to The Vampire Diaries tonight? Am I too old to be watching that. lolol I'm just excited that tonight is a good TV night.
Until Later Happy Crafting!
4 comments:
I got that yarn (@ LB merino wool) and EXACT color ;o) via mail months ago and was very impressed with it too!
I bought 2 balls and plan to make a vest with it. It has awesome yardage and I made sure that is all I would need for the project but it is just a matter of getting started at this point LOL
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Oops!! Gurl that was actually ME commenting (I was under my KAL gmail account that I share with someone)
Sorry for the confusion (b/c it confused ME! haha)
I've been wanting to try that yarn..hmmm
Looking forward to your Short Sleeved Cardigan. I have not knitted or crocheted in so long, but hoping the cooler temps will push me into pulling out my hook or needles.
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