I really wanted to get back to "my roots" and dig into designing some accessories for my
igottknits collection this Fall. My first task was to dive into my fabulous collection of stash yarns. My goal with this collection was to mix and match the same yarns to give a cohesive look to the collection, and to also allow you to "accessorize" your wardrobe in a variety of ways. For example, you can wear the
Sorbonne Felted Cloche with the
Novotel Neck Cuff for a dramatic look. Or, if you want to get down and funky-
Framboise paired up with
Sorbonne, would make for an interesting eye-catching ensemble.
What fun it is to be able to use those single and half-skein yarns. If you're like me, you probably have 1 skein of a really gorgeous yarn, and don't know what to do with it, right? A ball here, a skein over there. What's a girl (or guy) to do? I promise that you'll clean out your stash in a flash with some of these new projects coming this Fall.
The first in the group is the
Sorbonne Felted Cloche. My goal was to capture a throw back to the Parisian 1920's with a contemporary quirky flare. When I shot this photo on the steps of the Fine Art Museum, it reminded my of the time I sat on the steps of the Sorbonne in Paris with a old beau drinking Burgundy, and taring through a baguette with Camembert cheese. Oh the memories! The cloche is made using one skein of
Plymouth Homestead, with contrasting stripes in
Cascade 220. The flower is made with little bits of
Malabrigo Merino Worsted,
Rowan Cocoon, and
Plymouth Trabajos del Peru. But of course something from your own stash will do just fine too!
Next up-
Novotel Neck Cuff . This couture cuff, made with one skein of
Plymouth's ultra-luxurious,
Trabajos del Peru. The cuff ends with a lovely ruffle, flaring out dramatically around the neck. The 4 buttons are optional, but they definitely add a fashion-forward touch!
Our next little confection,
Framboise, is easy as can be to make! This little number is made with 2 skeins of
Rowan Cocoon, and is worked in garter stitch, alternating 2 colors throughout. The scarf starts and ends with a whimsical and simple knit-on fringe. The 2" button gives a special touch to this edgy design.
Stay tuned for these patterns on the
igottknits website soon!
Fini!
Au Revoir!
Catch ya later!
Here's one more little morsel from my Au Petit Paris Collection. This short but sweet scarf is named after the most breathtaking Baroque church that I had the amazing privilege to see every morning, noon and night while looking out the window of my tiny little "maid's quarters" apartment in Paris, while living there back in 1990.
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