an embarrassment of scarves
The house has been a little quiet without any Jedi lightsaber duels. I have been quietly but steadily crafting over the past month.
Let's see, where to start? How about Rob's Christmas scarf, which I finished a little late...
It's a mistake rib scarf, made from one of Jade Sapphire's Manly Scarf Kits. This was a joy to knit from beginning to end. However, I will have to say that it is a combination of cashmere and Maggie hair, as Maggie wouldn't leave my lap when I was knitting this scarf. She is a discerning cat and recognizes quality right away!
I finished my woven scarf from Handmaiden Flaxen and Habu Tsumugi Silk. I am thrilled with the way it turned out.
It may not seem like a very exciting scarf, but it drapes beautiful, is super soft against the skin, and the color is exactly how I imagined it.
I love the way the green of the Tsumugi Silk adds just a bit a color to the scarf.
Just to add a bit of variety to this scarf heavy post, here's a cute photo of my niece Anna and Rob at her birthday party.
They have always had such a great bond with each other - it's so cute to see!
I made a scarf for my friend Huay's birthday - it's made out of two skeins of Koigu Mori and she likes it - yay!
This photo shows more accurately the colors of the yarn.
Bored with scarves yet? Unki will hypnotize you with his mesmerizing eyes!
Oh, I actually have a KNITTING project to share! Jen made these super cute socks from Sheep Shop Sheep Feet yarn, and I had to be a copycat and make them too!
The pattern is a free pattern from Sheep Shop, and I think it'll be on the Purl Bee very soon. I haven't knit socks in so long my tension was way off. Look at how little yarn I had left:
Yipes! I lucked out!
Finally, my latest weaving project is almost finished. It's a wider scarf than I've made before, from Noro Silk Garden Sock yarn and Malabrigo Lace.
I'm starting to really understand how yarn acts differently when woven versus being knit. These yarns are both very sticky, and it's not as enjoyable to weave with (although it's still fun!) as the Tsumugi Silk, which is just the right amount of sticky. I'm really looking forward to blocking this scarf, as I think it'll come out super soft.
Just a close of the fabric - pretty!
Finally, I leave you with the oatmeal Rob made for me on Valentine's Day - when I saw it, I said an expletive and grabbed the camera. He's the sweetest guy ever!
Mar 3, 2009
Reader Comments (9)
Love the scarves! And the photo of Anna and Rob is a keeper!
Wow, you've been very busy with your crafting! I love your woven scarves. The Valentine's Day oatmeal is very, very sweet and adorable!
OMG! that is the tiniest bit of yarn left over! i think i had a little bit more than that.
okay, off to bed now....unki made me verrrryyyyy sleeeepyyyyy
xo
I think your husband is officially the sweetest man ever -- that oatmeal is too cute!
I love the scarves! I am trying very hard not to get too interested in your weaving (I so do not need another craft right now).
Hi! I just discovered your blog. I really like the woven scarves, have never seen any handcrafted scarf besides knitted ones!
Your handwoven scarves are so beautiful... and so tempting! Don't be embarrassed, be proud of your work! I will have to take a weaving class when I return. It was good to finally meet you in person, Mari!
Now THAT is adorable!
I have been reading your blog for a little over a year now and I have to say I really love both of your sweaters, particularly the hourglass sweater (love the yarn!).
Also, being a cat wrangler myself, keep up the posts with your two beauties Unki and Maggie (they are both soooo adorable!)
i love my birthday scarf! it's very soft and comfortable. i also think the strawberry heart is adorable. (good job mr. rob.!)