tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-44009892401982511282024-03-05T05:04:36.115-05:00BadCatDesignsHand knittingBadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.comBlogger244125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-28893942846160664412020-03-20T14:37:00.000-04:002020-03-20T14:37:57.257-04:00Sheltering in Place: a memory sampler KAL<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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A long time has passed since I last posted here, and many things have changed. But one thing that remains the same is the comfort of knitting.</div>
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I work at a major academic medical center in NYC, and I overheard a colleague talking about her work, laughing as she said "well we're not knitting!" Like knitting was some sort of waste of precious time. Seriously? Chai Latte is appalled at her ignorance. Can't you tell he is staring her down?</div>
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As people begin to distance themselves socially, we find
ourselves with time to think.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And time
on our hands (to use our hands!)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have
been designing and knitting a sampler to honor my mom, and am finding it very
cathartic.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some of you know she died in
2019. Of course, that was before the pandemic. My knitting time has been
curtailed, but the knitting remains a comfort. It occurs to me that it might
also be comforting to you too. I am a nurse in New York City, so I am not
sheltering in place right now. In fact, I am going to work most every
day. But I suspect many people are social distancing, sheltering in place and
in quarantine. And if you are not you should be and will be soon.*<br />
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I started this project as a memory piece. As some of you
know, I lost my mother in 2019. She had a long fight with lung cancer, and the
cancer finally won last January. Early in 2020 I began designing a memory
sampler.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I started charting stitch
patterns and thinking about memories with my mom. Each pattern began to take on
a time or place I experienced with her. I cast-on and immersed myself in the
feeling of each time and place, as I knit each pattern. The project is still
evolving as I design and continue knitting the border and edging. The process
has been both bitter and sweet and very peaceful for me.<br />
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Although this is designed around my memories, you can put
your own feelings, memories or milestones in their place.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I will share just a little about the memories
I knit into each section, along with some images that are there for me. But
then you can instill your own meaning into each section.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
This project is perfect to mark special event: weddings, new
babies, losses, major events, pandemics…<br />
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<i>Pattern 1</i></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Quick details:</b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>The constructions is:</u></b></div>
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Cast-on using provisional cast-on.</div>
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Work flat back and forth for a rectangle that uses 9 different patterns.</div>
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Pick-up all around and work a circular border.</div>
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Work edging back and forth, binding off as you go.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Materials:</u></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">-1640 yards of lace-weight yarn</b>
(if you do all the huge nupps.) I am using white. I suggest a solid or semi
solid.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You might make a gradient
work.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can also use whatever you like
because you can do whatever you want.</div>
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-If you do smaller nupps you will use less yarn.</div>
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-If you replace the nupps with beads you will use even less yarn.</div>
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-Did I mention nupps?</div>
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<i>Each 9 stitch nupp takes about 7” of yarn. There are about 1364 nupps without the
border. This means if you replace nupps with beads you will use about 250 fewer
yards of yarn.</i></div>
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<i>You can use one color for the center and another one for the border and even a third for the edging. I do not have exact yardages for you right now.</i></div>
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-Appropriate size (for your yarn) 40” circular knitting needle.</div>
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-Waste yarn for cast-on. </div>
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-Yarn snips, yarn needle, stitch markers, the usual
suspects…<br />
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I am opening the Ravelry project page up as this post goes live. The pattern will be posted in weekly installments. Read the details and access the pattern here:<br />
<a href="https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sheltering-in-place-sampler" target="_blank">https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sheltering-in-place-sampler</a><br />
You can follow the chat at my group.io:<br />
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or Ravelry forum:<br />
<a href="https://www.ravelry.com/groups/badcatdesigns" target="_blank">https://www.ravelry.com/groups/badcatdesigns</a><br />
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Knit on through adversity,<br />
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Andrea<br />
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*Are you freaking out? Don’t. But do access evidence based
information. Here are some good links:<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">COVID-19 links</span></b><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>-New York City
Department of Health</u></b><br />
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<u>Healthcare Provider Page</u><br />
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<a href="https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/providers/health-topics/novel-respiratory-viruses.page">https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/providers/health-topics/novel-respiratory-viruses.page</a><br />
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<u>General Information Page</u><br />
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<a href="https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/coronavirus.page">https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/coronavirus.page</a><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>-CROI Coronavirus
update: video of Coronavirus specific presentations</u></b><br />
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<a href="https://special.croi.capitalreach.com/">https://special.croi.capitalreach.com/</a><br />
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Zunyou, WU, Chinese CDC</div>
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COVID-19 update from China</div>
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14:30</div>
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John Brooks, US CDC</div>
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Global epidemiology and prevention of COVID</div>
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30:45</div>
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Ralph Baric, virologist</div>
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Virology of Coronaviruses</div>
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1:00:00</div>
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Anthony Fauci, NIAID</div>
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1:13:00</div>
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Dr. Baric</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>-CDC</u></b><br />
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<a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html</a><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>-New York Times</u></b><br />
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<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/17/world/coronavirus-update-latest-news.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/17/world/coronavirus-update-latest-news.html</a><br />
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On June 14th 2017, Knitpicks and Crafts Americana is publishing a new collection, called Luxurious Lace! And guess what?? One of my designs is included. The piece as shown is a full circle, but the pattern includes directions for 1/2, 3/4 and full circle options. This is knit in <a href="http://www.knitpicks.com/yarns/Luminance_Lace_Yarn__D5420302.html" target="_blank">Knit Picks Luminance</a>, which is 100% silk lace weight decadence. </div>
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So we have beads, nupps, leaves and mesh. What more can a lace knitter want? A copy of the new book, you say? I will be doing a book giveaway (thank you Knitpicks!) and all you have to do it like and share my facebook post about Les Sylphides, on June 14th. Then you will be entered in my random drawing, with a winner posted on July 4th. I will be halfway across the globe so my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/andrea.jurgrau" target="_blank">Facebook</a> post might be a few hours later in the day. Please be patient! </div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; margin: 0px;">This project was inspired by the gift of some food coloring
and a skein of white yarn.<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>Thank you
Mary Rose!<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>When my daughter was young we
dyed in the kitchen using Kool-Aid all the time.<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>It was easy and safe and we didn’t need
special pots. We never tried food coloring before, but were eager to, as my
friend Sheila does the most amazing gradients and transitional colorways using
them!<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>If you want to see some check it
out: <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/lacesheknits/annapurna"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.ravelry.com/projects/lacesheknits/annapurna</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; margin: 0px;">So when my daughter was home over the holidays we had a
dye party in the kitchen.<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>Easy, safe and
so much fun!<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>Food coloring works like
acid dyes, so this recipe will work for any protein fiber.<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>That means a fiber that comes from an animal;
wool, cashmere, alpaca, silk, angora, mohair.<span style="margin: 0px;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; margin: 0px;">1 skein KnitPicks
Stroll, fingering weight; 75% superwash Merino, 25% nylon; 462 yards/100 grams.</span></div>
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skein(s) is/are really dry, you can wind it/them into a ball(s) for easy
knitting.<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>Try this easy scarf, which
will give you a garter mesh with a bias, with long color blocks of each color
in sequence.<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; margin: 0px;">Easy scarf
not your thing?<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>Pick any project you
love that wants to be a rainbow!<span style="margin: 0px;"> </span>Or try
the Lichen Moebius, available through my Ravelry Shop: </span><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lichen-moebius-scarf"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; margin: 0px;"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lichen-moebius-scarf</span></span></a></div>
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My new book if finally here! Well, almost... The book should be ready to ship in early June. But I just found out it is available to pre-order now!!! I am working on adding the book and projects to Ravelry, and here is that <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/new-heights-in-lace-knitting">link to the book</a> with projects added to date. As I get photographs from the publisher I will add them to each project. In the mean time I have one project that never made it into the new book, called <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/machu-picchu-shoulder-wrap">Machu Picchu Shoulder Wrap</a>. A hat using the same lace patterning is in the book, but this wrap got left out! I am adding the wrap to my Ravelry pattern shop and am offering that AS A GIFT to anyone who pre-orders <i>New Heights in Lace Knitting </i>from this page. All you have to do is use the link below to order and email me* (or post to my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/badcatdesigns/topics/3410414">Ravelry forum</a>) a screen shot of your pre-order and I will send you a coupon code for the Machu Picchu Shoulder Wrap pattern using your email address or Ravelry ID. And check out the "look inside" feature which is active and shows a few of the 17 projects the book includes! *<a href="mailto:badcatdesigns@verizon.net">badcatdesigns@verizon.net</a></div>
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BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-72912566345117628042015-02-01T12:05:00.000-05:002015-02-01T12:05:13.944-05:00Full Moon!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This design was inspired by the Year of the Sheep. This lunar New Year is represented by the color green, to symbolize new wood. As we move from snow storm to snow storm in New York this winter, I find myself longing for those fresh, green branches that tell me springtime is on the way. What better way to pull ourselves out of the snow but with a project that almost smells like spring! I selected a bright, fresh green yarn and beads with gold flashes. You might choose a green, gold, brown or anything else that pleases you. The design is a full circle with 12 wedges to invoke a zodiac mandala, if you will. The lace work is organic and reminiscent of fresh leaves or sitting in the shade of a willow tree in full leaf.<br />
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Interested in joining a group project? Enjoy a knitting mystery that requires some real lace knitting skills? <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/full-moon-4">Come on over to Ravelry and check it out</a>! Meow...<br />
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BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-63540527742028909352014-09-14T14:14:00.000-04:002014-09-14T14:14:10.402-04:00RIPPLE!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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As many of you know, I have a new video out. It is called <b><i><a href="http://www.interweavestore.com/knitting-new-vintage-lace-grouped?source=igodigital">Knitting New Vintage Lace</a></i></b>. Using two projects I designed specifically for the video, we will explore the techniques used in these projects and also in many of the projects in my new book, <b><i><a href="http://www.interweavestore.com/new-vintage-lace-grouped">New Vintage Lace</a></i></b>. Although the video is a nice technique source for the projects in the book, you do not need to have one to enjoy the other! You can read a little more about the video AND <a href="http://www.interweavestore.com/knitting-new-vintage-lace-grouped?source=igodigital">order either a DVD or download through Interweave.</a> <br />
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I will be hosting a KAL and technique discussion at my Yahoo Group, BadCatDesigns. <a href="https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/BadCatDesigns/info">You can request group membership here</a>. Be sure you include something about yourself in the comment field!<br />
We will use the group to discuss techniques and share some supplemental files. If you watch the video you might notice some swatches and small doilies that I use to demonstrate specific techniques. We will be playing with some of those charts at the Yahoo Group. Over on Ravelry I host a forum and we can use that forum for chat about the projects and techniques. <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/badcatdesigns">You can join that forum here</a>! <br />
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The video includes an instructional
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We will review techniques and chat
about various options for center starts, working in the round on small needles,
going from a doily to a shawl design, tab starts, ideas for the top edge of
your shawl, bind-off and more! In the
video you will see quite a few small “swatches” and I will share the charts for
these so you can practice techniques and make some pretty, little doilies! Then we will embark on the Ripple Projects at
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#10 crochet cotton (200-300
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Sock weight yarn (462 yards/100
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Knitters of all levels are welcome but the techniques are
not beginning techniques, so be prepared to have fun learning new techniques
and practicing old ones. I will provide
plenty of step-by-step, printed directions to complement the video, along with
fun practice projects and who know what else! The practice pieces use heavier
weight cotton yarns. I will share two
versions of the Shawlette. One is the
piece shown in the video, knit using the suggested Noro yarn and the second is
one I made using various colors of spindle-spun yarn, that I spun and knit
during my trip to Colorado to film the video.
I would be happy to chat about spinning for lace projects when we
discuss materials and techniques. Please join us! I have a PDF with all the above information plus some fine print with group rules. <a href="mailto:badcatdesigns@verizon.net">Please feel free to email me requesting a copy</a>. Feel free to leave comments here, but if you want a reply be sure you are logged in and include your email address, or I can't reply:)<o:p></o:p></div>
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BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-42662078316920865382014-08-10T15:33:00.003-04:002014-08-10T15:33:54.475-04:00One Skein Projects: New Vintage Lace Special and New Designs Posted!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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With summer winding down, hopefully some of you are getting ready for a little vacation before returning to school and work. I have a few ideas for your travel knitting, each a one skein project. There is a nice assortment, with some (like Nereid) requiring more concentration than others (like Chiaroscuro.) Not planning any travel? These are also great for gift-giving, so jump-start your holiday knitting!</div>
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Nereid, one of the one-skein projects from my book, <b><u>New Vintage Lace</u></b>, is available right now as a kit, through Interweave. It comes with the book and a skein of the yarn I used for this project. They offer a few color options, including the color shown above, plus two other lovely colors. Just thought I would share! </div>
<a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=O6r9PMxNR0w&offerid=266289.628&type=3&subid=0">Nereid Knitted Lace Shawl Kits</a> <img border="0" src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=O6r9PMxNR0w&bids=266289.628&type=3&subid=0" height="1" width="1" />
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I also have a few new designs to share, now available in my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/stores/badcatdesigns-designs">Ravelry</a> pattern shop. All three are one-skein projects. Each is perfect for travel knitting and also make perfect gifts.<br />
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1) The first new design is the <b><u><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chiaroscuro-scarf">Chiaroscuro Scarf</a></u></b>, which is very simple to make and ideal travel knitting. <br />
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The yarn is <a href="http://www.silkweavinghobby.com/category-silkyarnRISONI-20275-1.html">Risoni, from The Loom</a>, and I just loved working with it. Because the yarn has so much texture and silky-sheen, keeping it simple is key. The fabric has amazing sheen and drape.<br />
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This design uses one skein of <a href="http://www.straw.com/cpy/yarns/mini-mochi-balls.html">Mini Mochi Yarn, from Crystal Palace</a>. If you want to make the pair match you will need a second skein, but I suggest that in the spirit of diversity, please feel free to allow them
to be different…These were a special request, to mark Boston Pride. They are worked in the round on double-point needles, with lace and cables. The pattern has loads of stretch and will fit most adult hands. They are fun to work, offer a little challenger, and are perfect travel knitting.<br />
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3) The third new design is my <b><u>Isle of Skye Ribbon Cowl</u></b>. <br />
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This is also a one skein project, using <a href="http://www.jadesapphire.com/brigadoon/">Jade Sapphire Brigadoon</a>. It is worked in the round using a simple diagonal lace stitch. Ribbons are woven through the eyelets created by the lace after it is blocked. Beads are threaded on the ribbons ends. It can be worn several ways, and is a fun combination of classic and modern. Works up quickly and perfect for gift-giving! For a more simple look, omit the ribbons and beads.<br />
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Finally, a little plug for my up-coming video. I just accidentally found this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DtHCBesDZE">floating out there on YouTube</a>. Did I ever tell all of you that I was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York? No?? I am afraid that this will leave very little doubt about that...I will let you all know when the full video is available:) </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">I am doing a live web-event with Beth, from <a href="http://planetpurl.com/planetpurl/search.htm">Planet Purl</a>, tomorrow evening. Here is the <a href="http://planetpurl.com/planetpurl/static/showpage.htm?showpage=planet_purl_party_line#up_down_stitch_dictionary">LINK</a> with details about joining the event. We will be talking about New Vintage Lace and knitting in general. Please join the conversation!! </span></div>
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Our Winter project has just launched, with a small "practice piece" called Driftwood Infinity Necklace. It uses a true Moebius cast-on, called the Chain Infinity Cast-on (the tutorial for this special cast-on, along with this project file, is already posted at the winter group.) We are discussing various options for casting on a Moebius project and selecting materials.</div>
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BadKitten was kind enough to make these two short videos, describing what is unique about a Moebius Strip. In the first she just explains the difference between what happens when you just cast-on and join in the round with a twist, and make a true Moebius cast-on. It is all about having one continuous edge. In the second video she just geeks out a little as she talks about what makes the surface of a Moebius unique. I shot these using my digital camera and although the images are good the sound sucks. Turn your volume up and accept my apologies!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Is everyone ready for winter? I am ready for lots of knitting, and lovely wool yarn. I am not ready for trying to get to work in the snow or wind chill. This project will see you through the cold, dark months and back out into the light!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you are ready for the knitting part of winter, join me for my Winter 2014 Group Mystery Project. What mystery??? There is a photograph, right? Well, consider that just an appetizer! Let me tell you a little more...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As many of you know, BadKitten, my model and fiber co-conspirator, left for college in September. But I think very few of you know that she is studying math (among other things.) She always finds ways to combine craft and math, and so this entire group is about <b><i><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infinity">infinity</a></i></b>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">The sum of the infinite series </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Convergent_series" style="background-color: white; background-image: none; color: #0b0080; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="Convergent series">converges</a><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;"> to some real value </span><img alt="a" class="tex" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/0/c/c/0cc175b9c0f1b6a831c399e269772661.png" style="background-color: white; border: none; line-height: 19.1875px; vertical-align: middle;" /><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">. So as I see it, the sum of this infinite amount of love and now seemingly infinite amount of knowledge will converge to be BadKitten, the young woman and no longer the child. And the possibilities are infinite...</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">How in the world does this relate to knitting? I am so glad you asked! And it is more than just wanting to have an </span></span><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">infinite</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> amount of yarn, </span></span><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">OK</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">? There are two different project sets: </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">The first is all about the </span><b style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%B6bius_strip">Möbius strip</a></b><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;"> or </span><b style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">Möbius band</b><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;"> (</span><span class="nowrap" style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px; white-space: nowrap;"><small><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_English" style="background-image: none; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="British English">UK</a></small> <span class="IPA" title="Representation in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:IPA_for_English" style="background-image: none; 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Dare I say, it is infinite?? There will be four projects in the set. Two use one skein of special sock yarn (<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/malabrigo-yarn-sock">Malabrigo Sock</a> and </span></span><a href="http://hiddenbrookfibers.com/">Hidden Brook Farm</a> Painted Glitter Sock, But many other options are possible.)<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;"> One project uses one large skein of Soft'n'Single ColourWave from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/larascreations?section_id=11134673" style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">Lara's Creations</a><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;"> and the fourth uses one skein of </span><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/marks--kattens-mk-linen" style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">Linen from Marks and Kattens</a><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">. 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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.1875px;">The group will begin enrolling now. We will discuss techniques and materials. The first project will be posted January 1st, 2014, and we will continue on until the spring. As with all my group projects, we will use YahooGroups and I created a unique group for this project. All project files will be posted at the group as PDFs and you will be in charge or downloading any files you want to save. Although this group is not attached in any way to Ravelry, I will add the project pages there, for anyone who wants to add their projects, and we can open a discussion forum there if anyone would like that. The cost for access to the group and all the project files is $16 (US dollars) payable through <a href="https://www.paypal.com/">PayPal</a>. </span>This is payable to <a href="mailto:badcatdesigns@verizon.net">badcatdesigns@verizon.net</a>,
via PayPal. If you need me to send you
an invoice or have any other questions, please send me an email request with
Infinity in the subject line. Once
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It has been a little while since I had a nice, big group project and I am really excited. I hope you can join me!</span></div>
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At long last, I am sharing some finished projects from my Winter Extravaganza project. I would like to thank everyone for a great group and especially thank those who sent me there photos to include here! If you would like to see all the project details, check our this <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/winter-wrap-3">link</a>!<br />
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If you would like to buy a copy of the pattern, you can do that right here: </div>
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If you want to see all the finished projects on Ravelry: check them out <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/winter-wrap-3/people">here</a>! You will be able to see the yarns people used and how they customized the piece for themselves.<br />
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Pirouette </b></span><b style="font-family: Arial;">Color: <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Caribean</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Sea </st1:placetype></st1:place></b><b style="font-family: Arial;">3.5 skeins</b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt;"><b>I blocked it to the same measurements as yours, on a size 4
needle. The yarn was YarnArt Kid Mohair Transparent, Color 3. It’s
60% Kid Mohair and 40% Acrylic. I was terrified it would block
horribly. My fears were unjustified. It was wonderful.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><b>I used Iridaceae lace yarn, Iridae, in Emerald<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><b>Yarn is Crystal
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Ouida, at </span><a href="http://stitchdragon.com/" style="font-family: Arial;">STITCHDRAGON</a><span style="font-family: Arial;"> is offering the Winter group a lovely prize for three winners (a circular needle of the winner's choice!) Names drawn from BadCat's hat, the three winners are: Sheila, Cynthia and Jean. I will be sending you an email with details! Also, all gallery participants will be getting a gift of the Ravelry pattern file for The Winter Wrap, so keep an eye out for the link.</span></div>
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BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-7613808502190251752013-05-01T18:37:00.000-04:002013-05-01T18:37:52.706-04:00Lucy's Gift<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I released a new pattern today. It is free and available on Ravelry. Just follow <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lucys-gift">this link</a> to get yourself a copy of the file.<br />
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I used one ball of Einband yarn. The yarn is produced in <st1:country-region w:st="on">Iceland</st1:country-region>, using
Icelandic wool, by the Alafoss (Istex) company. Each ball weights 50 grams and
is 273 yards. The sample used just one
ball, in a color that matched Lucy’s eyes, but feel free to use more if you want
a larger piece. Lucy was actually as
soft as cashmere and had a double coat.
Icelandic sheep also have a double coat, but are not particularly
soft. They are very rugged and can
survive the Icelandic winter in style.
We took to calling them BadAss sheep on our recent trip and Lucy shared
that same quality. Small package, big
attitude, strong will. I might knit a
second sample in fine, gray cashmere and use a few purple crystals, because she
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This piece was inspired by the Hallgrimskirkja church, which
I visited recently while traveling in <st1:country-region w:st="on">Iceland</st1:country-region>. The church has long, clean lines and sits
high on a hill in <st1:city w:st="on">Reykjavik</st1:city>. It can be seen from off shore for quite a distance.<br />
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I dedicate this project to my darling cat, Lucy
(affectionately known as LucyFur) who died on March 26<sup>th</sup>, 2013. She was my constant companion, lap warmer and
blocking assistant and she will be terribly missed. She was a tiny kitty, weighting in at just
over five pounds, but her purrsonality was enormous. Please consider making a small donation to
the Humane Society of New York if you enjoy knitting this project. You can make the donation in Admiral
LucyFur’s memory, and they accept PayPal.
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BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-27101511655426586632013-02-10T11:01:00.000-05:002013-02-10T11:01:15.505-05:00BadCat's Winter 2013 Extravaganza<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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At long last, I can announce my winter project! And not a moment too soon, because we just got the snow storm of the season...<br />
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really why I love to knit. I wanted to
lose the rules, the stitch counts, and just have some fun. I promise that all lace knitters will find
something lovely here, but it might not be the same thing for each of you. If you are feeling frisky and creative, and
you trust me not to lead you too far astray, please join me! Project options include a fairly simple stole, and a winter
wrap. The wrap is really an unstructured
jacket, with sleeves and a collar of sorts.
There will be some nice lace work, just a little bead knitting and lots
of choices. If you are looking for a
pattern to simply follow, step away from the monitor. I might make you sad. If you are willing to let go a little and
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This project is worked in a lace weight kid mohair blend and I suggest you use a similar style yarn for the wrap. I have a table with many options ready to share at the group site. Each knitter will take their own measurements, and use a generic recipe and their own measurements to make a unique wrap. If you are hesitant to jump in with both feet, you can work on a stole while the project unfolds. Most lace weight yarns will work well for the stole and we will discuss yarn choices at the group.</div>
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This project will be like all of my previous group projects, based at a dedicated Yahoo Group. Once you pay me I will send you an invitation to the group. You must be willing to have a Yahoo account and use the group in order to participate. All the project files will be posted at the group's file section. The files will be PDFs and you will be able to save them to your own computer. A new file will be posted every 1-2 weeks, as the group works together on the project. The project will be posted in sections over about 6-10 weeks. All discussion will take place via email through the group. We can share chat and photos on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/andrea-jurgrau">Ravelry</a> but all discussions will take place through the Yahoo Group. Once the group is finished you should save all your project files to your own computer for future use. The pattern will be available on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/andrea-jurgrau">Ravelry</a> at a future date but is not included in the group project. If you are joining just to have that pattern file please come back in June (about) 2013 and it should be available through my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/andrea-jurgrau">Ravelry</a> page. If you want to come play in the snow with me and join the winter group, you can either send me a PayPal payment (directly to my email address if you are familiar with the process) or send me a request for an invoice. <b><u>The cost is $11 US</u></b>. I apologize but I can't take other currencies. PayPal can set you up with a US dollar payment. If you have any questions please feel free to email!</div>
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BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-17185807093737219672012-12-30T09:11:00.000-05:002012-12-30T09:11:06.702-05:00Sangria Gallery Post!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We are finally wrapping up the summer project (and not a moment to spare, as the winter project is coming very soon!) The summer group is closed but the pattern file is available at my Ravelry pattern shop now. <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sangria-3">Here is the link</a>!</div>
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beads in Amethyst Copper from Jo-Anns.</span></div>
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designs are very effective, and the recommended yarn was delightful to work
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unfortunately or fortunately I chose nearly the same color as another shawl had
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dollydonhauser</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;">Yarn and how much yardage: Anzula Cloud in Candy
Apple, 119 grams</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;">Beads and how many: Fusion Beads: SB2843 Size 6
Silver Lined Ruby Red Rainbow Round Japanese Seed Bead, 30 grams</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; line-height: 19px;">Needles size and finished size of project: size 4, 55"
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Bernat Baby (the old style with no nylon in
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as I used up lots of partially used balls
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Lara's Creations Starlight ColourWave in
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<span style="line-height: 1.22em;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Comments: Andrea, you did it again...another really fun design to knit! I had a ton of fun knitting it, and as soon as I steal it back from The Drama Queen I am sure I will have as much fun wearing it!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Comment: I adored making this vest and especially loved Chart A. When I got to the end, I felt it wasn't long enough, so I added the extra tier of ruffle using the final Chart again. I couldn't bear the thought of ripping it out to make it longer, so I thought a ruffle might be fun. I used silver toned buttons every 10 rows to add some flash. Thanks for a delightful knit, Andrea!</span></div>
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Yarn and how much yardage:<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Handsome
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Triangles TR8 401FR Matte Black AB from the Beaded Frog, a local shop (286)
and </span><span style="background-color: white;">6/0
Dark Peach Lined Crystal AB from Earthfaire (47)</span></span></div>
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Ravelry name: dawnadair<br />
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Yarn: Posh Yarn Gretchen Lace - less than 875
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Beads: Size 8 seed beads - purple with an irridescent finish<br />
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Comments: I only did one repeat of Chart B and did the full number of
repeats of Chart D. This was a fun project, and I enjoyed knitting along
with everyone. Thanks, Andrea, for another lovely pattern!</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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much yardage: </span><span style="font-family: Arial;">I used JojoLand Melody, 3.6
skeins, 792 yds, 724 meters</span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><br />
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and how many: </span><span style="font-family: Arial;">Beads were supposed to have been size 8 (Czech beads on a hank)
but they were certainly much smaller - I even broke the crochet hook trying to
add them...no clue how many I used</span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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getting bored but not nearly as intricate as Sugar Plum Fairy which I had just
finished before starting this. I loved the flexibility of making it larger or
smaller, depending on what you wanted and the yarn available.</span><br />
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Another fabulous pattern from Andrea...</span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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much yardage: Lara’s Creations Starlight Entrée, 875 yards,
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The <b><i>Sangria Lace </i></b>summer project is open! Is you want to join either send me a payment via PayPal or send me an email requesting an invoice. The cost is US $6.50 for a summer of great knitting! My email address for PayPal payments or to request an invoice is <a href="mailto:BadCatDesigns@verizon.net">BadCatDesigns@verizon.net</a><br />
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The project will be presented in installments and you will have to join my special SangriaLace YahooGroup to participate. You will get a group invitation once payment is received. All the files will be posted at the YahooGroup. The pattern is charted, so you must be willing to work from charts to enjoy yourself. If you have any questions please drop me an email and ask. You are welcome to leave a comment here but be warned that unless you include your email address in your comment I will not be able to reply to you.<br />
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There are more details and a material list posted <a href="http://badcatdesigns.blogspot.com/2012/06/sangria.html">here</a>!<br />
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Let the fun begin!!</div>BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-82304351966388583812012-06-24T20:19:00.000-04:002012-06-24T20:19:18.112-04:00Sangria!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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My summer 2012 group project is about to go live, so if you are interested in joining me here are the details!<br />
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First, the group will open on July 1st and I will update the blog with those specs late this week. The cost will be U.S. $6.50 for a great project and some yummy drinks! We will cast-on mid-July and be done by late August. <br />
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Second, I will give you a materials list in case you are interested! The summer project is a change of pace from our last two projects. This will be a top down triangle that can also be made as a square. It is great vacation knitting. All the charts can repeat and the final chart can be added to any of the previous charts. In fact I consider this project to be the perfect wedding party project. You can make several shawls that are related but different. Plus we are going to sample different Sangria recipes and you can knit and drink Sangria. It works for me! Here is the basic material list:<br />
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-1 skein Starlight Semi-Solid Entrée from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/larascreations?ref=seller_info">Lara’s Creations</a>,
shown in Crushed Boysenberries. The yarn
is 75% superwash Merino, 20% silk and 5% Stellina and has 100grams and 875
yards per skein. 100grams of yarn with
equivalent yardage and some Merino wool content will work. I suggest using either a semi-solid color,
one of Lara’s gradient colors, or a yarn with very long color repeats. The design offers several possible points to
add or subtract repeats, so any fine yarn can work, from cobweb to a light
fingering. If you choose a finer yarn
get more yardage. As for color choices,
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double point needles and a set of circular needles in up to 40 inches. Seriously, you can make this any size you like as long as you have enough yarn.</div>
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Now for the Sangria drink materials, and mind you there will be a new recipe each time I post new charts:<br />
One bottle of dry rose wine. Mine is a French Rose. Some fruit liqueur. I had some Triple Sec in my wine closet, but if I had a better liqueur I would use is! Some summer fruit. I had strawberries, white grapes and a nectarine. You also need ice.<br />
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First cut the fruit and fill your pitcher. I diced the fruit and left a few larger pieces over for the wine glasses.<br />
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For my petite pitcher I used 3 shots of the Triple Sec to 2 cups of wine. You can vary this based on how sweet you like your Sangria. Chill it and let the fruit soak for a few hours. When ready to serve put a few ice cubes in each glass and pour!<br />
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I will be back at the end of the week with details about how to join the group. In the mean time start considering you materials and make some Sangria!</div>BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-91164078248714930962012-06-08T07:47:00.001-04:002012-06-08T07:47:40.453-04:00KnitRed!!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I am thrilled to tell all of you about this gorgeous new book I am honored to have a design in. Check out this <a href="http://www.stitchred.com/knitRedBook.asp">link</a> to read more about it, plus see a list of participating designs. It is really WOW! The design is my "Queen of Hearts" from Vogue Holiday 2012 and I love the photography in this book. Actually, I love everything about this book! It is a hard-cover, elegant and full of nice designs, plus is working on raising awareness about women's heart disease. An amazing combination! Did I say I love the photography?<br />
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Do you want a copy??? I know you do! So leave a comment telling me you want one. Be sure you include your email address in your comment. Blogger does not always do that for you, even if you sign in. The publisher has kindly given me a copy to share, so one lucky person will get it! Winner will be selected randomly at midnight and I will post tomorrow to tell you who the lucky winner is!</div>BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com64tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-33245018915957863202012-06-04T21:20:00.001-04:002012-06-04T21:26:32.029-04:00SugarPlumFairy Gallery!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Without further interruptions, I bring you the 2012 SugarPlum Gallery Post. If you want to see even more finished projects check out the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sugarplumfairy/people">Ravelry page</a>! If you scroll down to the end of this post you will see the Gallery Post prize winners, selected randomly, because all these knitters are winners! The full pattern will be available on Ravelry soon, but if you want it now you can join the project group, which will remain open for now. Details are <a href="http://badcatdesigns.blogspot.com/2011/12/sugar-plum-fairy-winter-2012-group.html">here</a>. Details from each knitter are below their photos!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name Annie Ham</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name: Annie
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yarn used: a
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took this with me on holiday to <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">France</st1:place></st1:country-region>
and knitted on and on: there were so many beads on the yarn! In the end, back
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name: Cindy Harrison</span><br />
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Colourmart 2/36NM Cashmere/Silk in Pale Lilac</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments: I loved knitting
this, but it really became a pleasure when it just suddenly clicked in Chart 4
so that I didn't have to constantly look at my chart once I had done a
repeat. It was given as a gift to my niece, who modeled it for me as
well. I used <span class="hascaption">Beads from <a href="http://www.cbbeads.com/" target="_blank" title="blocked::http://www.cbbeads.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;">www.cbbeads.com</span></a> - Toho #269
- 1.5mm squares transparent lavender ab</span><br />
<span class="hascaption">& Toho #269A - 8/0 seed beads lavender lined
iridescent</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name Cynthia
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Colourmart Cash Silk 2/36 Colour 703282<o></o><o></o><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Another stunning design, and the yarn you suggested was one I would never have
tried! This is an amazing piece of art.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name - Dawn
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Colourmart Cashmere/Silk 2/36NM<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments - I
love the delicacy and intricacy of this shawl. The last rows were
endless, but it was well worth completing them. Thanks a million, Andrea,
for the fabulous pattern!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name Dolly Donhauser</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yarn used Gossamer Webs
Love Potion #3 in Periwinkle<o style="font-size: 0px;"></o><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Needle size <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">US</st1:place></st1:country-region> #2<o style="font-size: 0px;"></o><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments This was a
wonderful project from start to finish. The design gave me a chance to make a
piece that is truely breathtaking. The yarn was lovely to work with, a pretty
color and finished like a dream. I got a chance to add teeny tiny crochet hooks
to my tools. The shawl is light as a feather, and not one break in the yarn for
the whole project. I used a dab (last 4 rows and cast off) of the second ball
so total usage was a little over 1250 meters. I really enjoyed the
companionship with the group. It is a powerful boost to knit with skilled
knitters even if you can't drool over their work! Thanks!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name: Flora<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yarn: 2/36
cashmere/silk yarn in pale lilac from Colourmart<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12pt;">Gauge: 44 stitches/20 rows = 10cm/4 inches
Finished size: semi-circular shawl is 72
inches across the top and 50 inches from top down center-back.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name: Jocelyn Boisvert</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yarn Used: <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/colourmart-cashmere-silk-2-36nm-fine-laceweight" title="blocked::http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/colourmart-cashmere-silk-2-36nm-fine-laceweight"><span style="color: black;">ColourMart Cashmere/Silk 2/36NM Fine Laceweight</span></a> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Finished Dimension: 60”
large X 52” long (point to point) <br />
36” center to point<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments: Beads: Cube 1.5
mm Purple Lined <st1:city w:st="on">Rosaline</st1:city> <st1:state w:st="on">AB</st1:state><br />
8/0 Silver-Lined <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Rosaline</st1:city> <st1:state w:st="on">AB</st1:state></st1:place> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"> Very
lovely shawl, pleased to do this pattern.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name: </span><st1:personname style="font-family: Calibri;" w:st="on">Karen Bowen</st1:personname><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yarn used: Made with Sweet
Georgia Silk Lamb Lace, Black plum . Completed width is 72" and depth is
35 " at center point</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Needle size:3 circular</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Finished
Dimensions:Completed width is 72" and depth is 35 " at center point</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments: Finished shawl
after clue five due to running out of yarn. </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name : Mary</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Ravelry Name : marydear<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Blog: http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yarn used: ColourMart 2/30
Merino in slate<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments: As usual I had a
great deal of fun knitting this project. It certainly kept me busy for many
months! Love the mesh and how it makes the motifs really stand out. I
keep saying this about designs that Andrea creates, but it has to be the most
beautiful thing I have ever knit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Name: Sheila Macomber</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yarn used: Skacel Merino
Lace in <st1:place w:st="on">Plum</st1:place><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Finished Dimensions:
72" x 35"<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments: 72"
measured at the widest point - middle of sections 1 and 5. 35" measured
down center back. Yardage estimate is 1650. I used 120 grams of yarn at 1375
per100 gram skein.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This was the hardest lace
pattern I have worked to date. But I love the bead work and even the lines of
tiny beads! Andrea's designs are fascinating the way shapes form and morph as
you knit! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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First Prize is the lovely dusty purple skein of EmmaLou, from <a href="http://landolace.com/catalog/">LandOLace</a>, in Shoreview. This is a 1200 yard skein and comes with a ChiaoGoo US 2/49 inch needle from <a href="http://stitchdragon.com/">StitchDragon</a>. The winner is Sue!! The second prize in the lovely ColourWave Morsel in Garden Mist, From <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/larascreations?ref=em">Lara's Creations</a> and comes with a ChiaoGoo US14 crochet hook from <a href="http://stitchdragon.com/">StitchDragon</a>. The winner is Flora! Third prize is a lovely skein of LouLou, from <a href="http://landolace.com/catalog/">LandOLace</a>, in Anoka. The winner is Stacy! You have been selected in a totally random fashion, by the lovely BadKitten, right out of the hat, no peaking!! Please email with your addresses so I can send your goodies ASAP! BadCatDesigns@verizon.net. <br />
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I will be back on June 8th with a very special post about a very special book, in which I have a design! And I will have a book to give away, so be sure to come by on June 8th for a chance to win this lovely book! I will also be back soon with details about my summer project, so stay alert! Until then, knit on...</div>
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</div>BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-86024717497387950152012-04-28T10:00:00.000-04:002012-04-28T10:00:16.689-04:00SugarPlumFairy is wrapping up!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Winter group project is finishing up and in preparation for the SugarPlum Gallery Post I want to share the gallery prizes with you. There are some lovely treats! We have a a crochet hook and a lace knitting needle from <a href="http://stitchdragon.com/">Stitch Dragon</a>, a skein of Gradient Yarn from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/larascreations?ref=no-search-results">LarasCreations</a> and 2 lovely lace skein from <a href="http://landolace.com/catalog/">Land O Lace</a>. Everyone who participates in the Gallery Post will be eligible to win a prize. I hope to get the Gallery posted by the middle of May, along with information about my Summer group project.<br />
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FYI, the winner of the <b><i>One Plus One Shrugs, Scarves and Shawls </i></b>book (pulled from my hat) is Karen! Karen, an email is on the way to you. Thanks, everyone, for your patience. I know my posts have been sparse. Let me just say that the time I might have used to post has been used designing, which I think might be OK, right? I hope to be back soon with the SugarPlum Gallery Post and details about the Summer Project. Until then, knit on!</div>BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-70283305037015489502012-02-18T13:44:00.000-05:002012-02-18T13:44:12.968-05:00LOTS of Good Things! SugarPlumFairy revealed, a new design in a new book and a Pantone color game! What more could you ask for?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">First, my winter group has been speeding through a couple of hundred charted lines of lace and many hundred stitches, and a few people have actually finished this week! In their honor I am posting a few finish photos. The blocking photo is posted at the winter group and will be on Ravelry later today. If you want the pattern please join the group to access the files. The group will remain open all winter. Details are <a href="http://badcatdesigns.blogspot.com/2011/12/sugar-plum-fairy-winter-2012-group.html">here</a>!<br />
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The Pantone Spring colors came out a little while ago, and sure enough my last two group projects are right on. How is it that I am so cutting edge I choose the colors before they do, you might ask? I am also asking that, and believe it or not I have another piece in the works using yet another of these colors (or one pretty darn close.) And it isn't in the purple family, just saying. So guess the color from the Spring 2012 Pantone colors that is in my knitting bag right now, and also tell me what color my summer project should be, so we can set the trend for Summer or Fall colors. I will choose from the correct guesses for the project in my bag, and then select the one I like best, for the summer project suggestions! I will announce the winner here and also send you an email asking for your address. By the way, humorous comments might get extra credit.<br />
<a href="http://www.pantone.com/pages/fcr.aspx?pg=20910&ca=4">Pantone Spring 2012 colors...</a></div></div></div>BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-64553026601439095502011-12-10T16:45:00.001-05:002011-12-10T16:47:55.108-05:00Sugar Plum Fairy Winter 2012 Group Project Announcement!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2T2wDG7eAHZY8Fq3C49hNNXXgKFZIWFhq1UqM4mPB6CmB08G0wH3ecFDC8_tM5ZxCOxRyr9B-V6qLlChNnVvOY0jev47Z62_5Mt2UVasVNMuRP9-kMZeKFUuqVWoag3BstRo85zyoMQia/s1600/SPF+teaser+4.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 261px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5684234228118479394" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2T2wDG7eAHZY8Fq3C49hNNXXgKFZIWFhq1UqM4mPB6CmB08G0wH3ecFDC8_tM5ZxCOxRyr9B-V6qLlChNnVvOY0jev47Z62_5Mt2UVasVNMuRP9-kMZeKFUuqVWoag3BstRo85zyoMQia/s320/SPF+teaser+4.JPG" /></a>"Do you know the story of the Nutcracker? It all started with a king, a queen, some mice, and a young princess named Pirlipat." For anyone who grew up with E.T.A. Hoffmann's tale about the <em>Nutcracker and the Mouse King</em> this line will bring you back to wonderful Christmas trees, magical gifts and a fantasy world. As a child growing up in New York City, the winter holidays meant one thing. <a href="http://www.nycballet.com/nutcracker/nutcracker.html">The Nutcracker Ballet</a>! And I saw some amazing dancers over the years, most recently when my mother and I took my daughter a few winters ago. Marzipan ladies and gentleman indeed!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEpTBEq8Y7Mqv1gHNTaAxuspQnakE8bfJMuvxLpx5rKmQzMf9FeHG6F25m1d6fj8I5MkdeEtgKMwoZmzEA7OBlt666SjTVbIkJb8qmKEfhAGjghZi-DMBV0d8naAtp8qCQ4KKb34HRX9Kw/s1600/SPF+teaser+2.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 312px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5684238388968703314" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEpTBEq8Y7Mqv1gHNTaAxuspQnakE8bfJMuvxLpx5rKmQzMf9FeHG6F25m1d6fj8I5MkdeEtgKMwoZmzEA7OBlt666SjTVbIkJb8qmKEfhAGjghZi-DMBV0d8naAtp8qCQ4KKb34HRX9Kw/s320/SPF+teaser+2.JPG" /></a>This special project combines lace weight yarn, two different types of beads, nupps, hex mesh, flowers, fairies, and fir trees in a gossamer confection. The finished piece is a semi-circle (more than a half-circle) and can be made as a full circle with minimal modifications. The project is fun and challenging. Knitters must be comfortable using charts. This project has about 280 rows of lace knitting without ANY repeats.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiPrcqyywsPmO12gIvGlsPtfGhJi9MSH3Q5n37doeddJ1fJqVCRa7NEIhpAtFC_321LBZUE1O7BxNizzMYBbV3ApYhCf02SPIXMmmdYk0s8GOQgY58Pxj2Mc4noNU_YgMV25aQEo34LQ_5/s1600/SPF+teaser1.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5684234223509064482" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiPrcqyywsPmO12gIvGlsPtfGhJi9MSH3Q5n37doeddJ1fJqVCRa7NEIhpAtFC_321LBZUE1O7BxNizzMYBbV3ApYhCf02SPIXMmmdYk0s8GOQgY58Pxj2Mc4noNU_YgMV25aQEo34LQ_5/s320/SPF+teaser1.JPG" /></a> I promise all of you a real treat, both to knit and enjoy as an heirloom. Are you interested in joining us?<br /><br />For those of you who have done groups with me before, you know the deal. For those who have not, a special YahooGroup has been set up for this project. You must have a Yahoo log-on to access the group, which is free. If you do not already have one, follow this link and make one! <a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/">http://groups.yahoo.com/</a><br /><br />All conversations about the project, project files and photographs will “live” at the group and you can access them at your convenience. All conversation will take place through the group email. I will be available to present new files almost every week, reply to questions and generally support your success, plus have a lot of fun knitting and sharing. We will also be setting up an optional Ravelry group (for chat only) when we cast-on.<br /><br />The group is opening 12/10/11 and the project will begin in early January. The project membership fee is $16. This is payable to <a href="mailto:badcatdesigns@verizon.net">badcatdesigns@verizon.net</a>, via PayPal. If you need me to send you an invoice or have any other questions, please send me an email request with SugarPlumFairy in the subject line. Once payment is received, an invitation to the SugarPlumFairy group will be sent to you and you can join and introduce yourself!<br /><br />We will be chatting about materials and schedules for the next few weeks and begin swatching on New Year's Eve. Happy Holidays to all...BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-54942075509576228682011-10-30T20:30:00.003-04:002011-10-30T19:42:13.580-04:00Back to the garden is wrapping up!<u><span style="color:#0000ff;"></span></u><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6tUSo9IQwa9yfM4awMMLFNEy3HCi2Yb8lmDVPmtzPvuR2zwAeHxJcg0GXXg2nONr-PAJLRyT9vtdSL3cIM3UA6ddN7QjRxB53jLHA97TNDai_xzDgo1RzkWNoHqusKDgaxqLSXHrPHgaV/s1600/BTTG+final+twirl.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 227px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669370746826066466" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6tUSo9IQwa9yfM4awMMLFNEy3HCi2Yb8lmDVPmtzPvuR2zwAeHxJcg0GXXg2nONr-PAJLRyT9vtdSL3cIM3UA6ddN7QjRxB53jLHA97TNDai_xzDgo1RzkWNoHqusKDgaxqLSXHrPHgaV/s320/BTTG+final+twirl.JPG" /></a>I am just thrilled to bring you the <em><strong>Back to the Garden Gallery</strong></em> Post. The gorgeous work speaks for itself. Each knitter's name and project specs are listed above their photographs. The group is still open as people finish up their projects, but is closed to new members. All the patterns from our group are now available for sale at my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/stores/badcatdesigns-designs">Ravelry pattern shop</a>, and here are the links to each project:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/back-to-the-garden-shawl">Back to the Garden Shawl Booklet</a><br /><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ferns-in-the-garden-socks">Ferns in the Garden socks</a><br /><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/peacocks-in-the-garden-mitts">Peacocks in the Garden Mitts</a><br /><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/elm-leaf-scarf">Elm Leaf Scarf</a><br /><br />Gallery post prizes, randomly selected from gallery participants are as follows:<br /><br /><strong>First Prize</strong> is a skein of gorgeous sock yarn from <a href="http://landolace.com/catalog/">LandOLace</a> and a set of socks needles from <a href="http://stitchdragon.com/">Stitch Dragon</a>, and goes to: Cara<br /><br /><strong>Second Prize</strong> is a gorgeous skein of lace yarn from <a href="http://landolace.com/catalog/">LandOLace</a> and donated by <a href="http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/">Mary Rose</a>, and goes to: Sheila<br /><br /><strong>Third Prize</strong> is a lovely beaded knitting counter donated by <a href="http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/">Mary Rose</a>, and goes to: Sue E<br /><br /><strong>Fourth Prize</strong> is a set of sock needles from <a href="http://stitchdragon.com/">Stitch Dragon</a>, and goes to: Jean<br /><br />You can see pictures of the prizes at the bottom of this post and thank you to our prize sponsors!<br />I thank each of you for participating and you will all be invited to join my Winter 2012 group as my guests. Keep your eye on your inbox for an invitation to join <em>BadCat's SugarPlumFairy Winter group</em>! I will be back next week with some details.<br /><br />Without further ado...<br /><br />PROJECT: Back to the Garden Shawl<br />Your name: Cara<br />Your Ravelry name: StamaxBlog<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Colourmart 2/28 Silk/Cashmere 85:15 in Aquamarine<br />Needle size used: 3 US<br />Beads used: some nice 8/0's from my stash, but unmarked otherwise<br />Finished size of piece: 35" x 64"<br />Comments about the project: This is such a lovely shawl! I love the flowing design and the beautiful shape. This was wonderful to knit.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggibePZ0xCngdVJIpl_Qot1MoOBCusD69Ea3euuwhQkbFDyeve2Scrfs3nxdVOwxER-acRhJ4Dll77w57gRCsnQc2KTcHtXZfaX111n5SpOfugK-JYV_jFwPzVW9qqSGalyN3B0gx7I77P/s1600/Cara+BTTG+shawl+detail.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669354215225200834" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggibePZ0xCngdVJIpl_Qot1MoOBCusD69Ea3euuwhQkbFDyeve2Scrfs3nxdVOwxER-acRhJ4Dll77w57gRCsnQc2KTcHtXZfaX111n5SpOfugK-JYV_jFwPzVW9qqSGalyN3B0gx7I77P/s320/Cara+BTTG+shawl+detail.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimKyO8MuQiRXWb752kErUHuQmlyGljRfhDrAS7hnaAkMspEk7ModLqHtHXXojXuSED2cUgqHJxUfnP7xY-SbsiCOe5Ie20xe-yfYam69uIuMocssBrnyUG5wtGxdwd8PSWl6ZLMx3rDacV/s1600/Cara+BTTG+shawl.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 248px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669354211747149906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimKyO8MuQiRXWb752kErUHuQmlyGljRfhDrAS7hnaAkMspEk7ModLqHtHXXojXuSED2cUgqHJxUfnP7xY-SbsiCOe5Ie20xe-yfYam69uIuMocssBrnyUG5wtGxdwd8PSWl6ZLMx3rDacV/s320/Cara+BTTG+shawl.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT: Elm Scarf<br />Your name: Cara<br />Your Ravelry name: StamaxBlog<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): 20/2 Silk in Magenta<br />Needle size used: US 2<br />Beads used: Cranberry lined 10/0 triangles<br />Finished size of piece: 11" x 61"<br />Comments about the project: Beautiful! I can't wait to wear it!<br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669353752818427714" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0jmAnP728pREEplBgiZ-FQKo3j0DjAn9VUwqg6FQiYRg_0rnLF-rCarJ278jvErY8tpOS9ZIAO1lsnw4VNLS0QHVvxSB1uBQ52prZaK9evusXEhKW2ruP_-ZeHvYRURmxx0FeppH9YZ0N/s320/Cara+elm+scarf+detail.JPG" /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZkbBv_n2CJH7GxV_9fzIVI5wHf2-9XwfzNeD_E93RcidDL3bgyx7hOayY_L3BCPwYeKIuG0_UBciWSZUs3bR8XnOQ992_VVQZzxFH6cG-aHbYS9viQIA27mEE2JFzhRCf7lye29L3QQVn/s1600/Cara+Elm+Scarf.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 183px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669353440832082610" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZkbBv_n2CJH7GxV_9fzIVI5wHf2-9XwfzNeD_E93RcidDL3bgyx7hOayY_L3BCPwYeKIuG0_UBciWSZUs3bR8XnOQ992_VVQZzxFH6cG-aHbYS9viQIA27mEE2JFzhRCf7lye29L3QQVn/s320/Cara+Elm+Scarf.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT : Elm scarf<br />Your name: Amanda<br />Your Ravelry name: AmandvW<br />Blog URL: <a style="COLOR: blue; TEXT-DECORATION: underline" title="blocked::http://paradisefoundkerrie.blogspot.com/" href="http://paradisefoundkerrie.blogspot.com/">http://paradisefoundkerrie.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Bendigo Woollen Mills 2 ply Classic in Peony, 542 yes<br />Needle size used: 2.25mm<br />Beads used: 8/0 Matsuno beads<br />Finished size of piece: 56.5" x 9"<br />Comments about the project: I knitted 15 pattern repeats<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk1tVgT_OPfHWwjO4nRyTOw3hR9ghz0b7ftq7zE39NHaJUlNcldXYe5wO-oQ2m79jXa5Clih-H05KFNxMSeezjL-2kfZNk4iVtxu23sUzLMbfiU-2G_zrULsvX88tap5VdyDqP4UdwmkmK/s1600/Amanda+Elm+Scarf+1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 241px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669353168631559954" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk1tVgT_OPfHWwjO4nRyTOw3hR9ghz0b7ftq7zE39NHaJUlNcldXYe5wO-oQ2m79jXa5Clih-H05KFNxMSeezjL-2kfZNk4iVtxu23sUzLMbfiU-2G_zrULsvX88tap5VdyDqP4UdwmkmK/s320/Amanda+Elm+Scarf+1.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwD98b7QhGsJnNzKmQzLqkojnDxoftmPK9p_WiL-j6b1KkvFnUAHoxJwfbiKDs_ZFOms57ApWorILuFx0-VQhiImZcMu2W72y-2Qt7QovQfLJmqOJsOamiLKlWJkFIyaGxo0T1-ZNiS_2v/s1600/Amanda+Elm+scarf+detail.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 241px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669353166166129410" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwD98b7QhGsJnNzKmQzLqkojnDxoftmPK9p_WiL-j6b1KkvFnUAHoxJwfbiKDs_ZFOms57ApWorILuFx0-VQhiImZcMu2W72y-2Qt7QovQfLJmqOJsOamiLKlWJkFIyaGxo0T1-ZNiS_2v/s320/Amanda+Elm+scarf+detail.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYow7iRLSki02AuB1EfoU_MpVBw8yyJl9UStdlMpvDd4MSpuTt8GvnYZMYXkK6vXE7tNn5Iu0Qte0hS3UaWgHD9ujYDPoyTSk56FYXxGS5PW_eYRL7NQvwXkIpEX5xmWUKrNDkcsSrPSOd/s1600/Amanda+elm+scarf.bmp"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 241px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669353162400947858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYow7iRLSki02AuB1EfoU_MpVBw8yyJl9UStdlMpvDd4MSpuTt8GvnYZMYXkK6vXE7tNn5Iu0Qte0hS3UaWgHD9ujYDPoyTSk56FYXxGS5PW_eYRL7NQvwXkIpEX5xmWUKrNDkcsSrPSOd/s320/Amanda+elm+scarf.bmp" /></a><br />PROJECT: Back To The Garden Shawl<br />Your name: Jean<br />Your Ravelry name: Cali1951<br />Yarn Used : ColourMart 2/28MM Merino/Silk 75/25 color Lilla<br />Needle size used: US 2 - 2.75 mm<br />Beads used: Size 10 Transparent Light Amethyst AB Triangle.<br />Finished size of piece: 58” x 31”<br />Comments about the project: I love, love, love this shawl. Even with all the nupps it was a rather quick knit.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkOM3z9-cyy8s2_xOwLHlRCPEV3F2IkFZWwB2q5FlLb-Ewp8BgsNJAH1kv1Sqp-t_D-moJUi8NFZyJzk7GsgFu7ugJ8djwIcaWNAPdQ53BXDbNDWfZwOshm85TAEMWPuYhiFZHdegpaG1m/s1600/Cali+BTTG+shawl+1.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 206px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669352707305200386" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkOM3z9-cyy8s2_xOwLHlRCPEV3F2IkFZWwB2q5FlLb-Ewp8BgsNJAH1kv1Sqp-t_D-moJUi8NFZyJzk7GsgFu7ugJ8djwIcaWNAPdQ53BXDbNDWfZwOshm85TAEMWPuYhiFZHdegpaG1m/s320/Cali+BTTG+shawl+1.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT: Elm Leaf Scarf<br />Your name:Jean<br />Your Ravelry name: Cali1951<br />Yarn Used : 20/75/5% cashmere,wool,synthetic 24/2 color lemon grass<br />Needle size used: US 2 - 2.75 mm<br />Beads used: Size 11 silver lined crystal seed beads<br />Finished size of piece: 50” x 10”<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNUW23VfO1oVKryV_9iFnpWWC48yF4efUa5hkBWXlfAyGJ91QABJpb_iL3VwJSuIYJ0cL_mH4FrMhbJ7jqp7R-A3GnR3_ju0ShGXmnaFu4FbFhIGD_6I0cDkTiFtAWFOjhpely1dVynpz-/s1600/Cali+elm+scarf+2.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 246px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669352697373850018" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNUW23VfO1oVKryV_9iFnpWWC48yF4efUa5hkBWXlfAyGJ91QABJpb_iL3VwJSuIYJ0cL_mH4FrMhbJ7jqp7R-A3GnR3_ju0ShGXmnaFu4FbFhIGD_6I0cDkTiFtAWFOjhpely1dVynpz-/s320/Cali+elm+scarf+2.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkaXYa58fJlfJoXV90enKFQ51qQVltPgIE-7WMhlP2cLRbTpmUlBx-ingQgqa0utfDVzpWYtuilG3VsxlWsP1wg6dd-RLbXamIdu_1OeXK48A_ttPJG7r98lYQlZSXfQcUZlMEZmULUJiQ/s1600/Cali+Elm+Scarf.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 283px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669352686385631362" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkaXYa58fJlfJoXV90enKFQ51qQVltPgIE-7WMhlP2cLRbTpmUlBx-ingQgqa0utfDVzpWYtuilG3VsxlWsP1wg6dd-RLbXamIdu_1OeXK48A_ttPJG7r98lYQlZSXfQcUZlMEZmULUJiQ/s320/Cali+Elm+Scarf.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT: Ferns in the Garden Socks<br />Your name Jean<br />Your Ravelry name: Cali1951<br />Yarn Used : Knit Picks Stroll<br />color Grass<br />Needle size used: US 1 - 2.25 mm<br />US 2 - 2.75 mm<br />US 0 - 2.0 mm<br />Comments about the project:<br />Since this is a stretchy pattern, I used a US 2 needle for the leg, changed to aUS 1 for the ankle and to a US 0 for the foot. For the one-toed part, I moved thefirst 12 stitches of the top and last 12 stitches from the bottom to waste yarn.I then worked the 40 remaining stitches around and cast on 4 between bottom andtop. I then proceeded as usual for a toe decreases. Then I picked up the 24stitches an waste yarn plus 4 in the cast on sts between bottom and top. Iworked about 10 rows even then started decreasing. Viola one-toed socks.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie7jnkJgGMAJVl4OCALtcQHkxl1KqLoVh2VsSLB4YZOBxE54hKP-DAgzXtoMPifnhsYqyUxBBo5a5zG_GYjr_N3MC9sMzIER6wZHmfOyuJBAX2nh-ZVtXCIIl023y6YR8lTH9LKqMtdyQQ/s1600/Cali+toe+socks.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 238px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669352684088793826" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie7jnkJgGMAJVl4OCALtcQHkxl1KqLoVh2VsSLB4YZOBxE54hKP-DAgzXtoMPifnhsYqyUxBBo5a5zG_GYjr_N3MC9sMzIER6wZHmfOyuJBAX2nh-ZVtXCIIl023y6YR8lTH9LKqMtdyQQ/s320/Cali+toe+socks.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT:BTTG Shawl<br />Your name:Cheryl Barnett<br />Your Ravelry name:Cheryl219<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards):Knit Picks Gloss Lace (70% Merino, 30% Silk), 2.3Skeins, 1020 yards<br />Needle size used:US Size 2, 2.75 mm<br />Beads used:Clear Glass Miyuki Seed Beads, Size 8/0 throughout, Size 6/0 Clear AB for large beads, and 6/0 Silver-Lined instead of Megatama<br />Finished size of piece:Blocked - 60 inches wide, 30 inches deep<br />Comments about the project:Though I've been knitting forever, I am fairly new to lace knitting. I found this project easy to follow with clear directions and charts, and best of all, endlessly fascinating. Being a "mystery" KAL, it was so interesting to watch the design unfold, clue after clue; there was never a time when I was bored. On the contrary, I couldn't wait for the next installment. As a matter of fact, I can't wait for the next KAL! If I were to make this shawl again (and I might) I think I would use a size 3 needle to give it more of a "lacy" look.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXtiKaLnXspoMB4fzLqkOcDgYPkbI8yx7uCipXU9LuffUegGLVYydtdsOjRqdyvdJRZeKJvfjxr3-lN8kCl42EhKSBXrXlT-LozI9bsYqyrNx6QQ30UDd5hxdLPM8Jnt4UKEjHhexVGU82/s1600/Cheryl+BTTG+shawl.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 157px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669352227999563170" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXtiKaLnXspoMB4fzLqkOcDgYPkbI8yx7uCipXU9LuffUegGLVYydtdsOjRqdyvdJRZeKJvfjxr3-lN8kCl42EhKSBXrXlT-LozI9bsYqyrNx6QQ30UDd5hxdLPM8Jnt4UKEjHhexVGU82/s320/Cheryl+BTTG+shawl.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT: BTTG shawl<br />Your name: Cynthia Peek<br />Your Ravelry name: femknit<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Colourworks 50% cashmere 50% silk, 2128 yards to a cone, 2/28 weight. I used 65 grams of a 150-gram cone.<br />Needle size used: 2.75 mm (US Size 2)<br />Beads used: Fox Den Miyuki 10/0 triangles, 8/0 seeds and Lng Magatama<br />Gauge: 5 stitches/8 rows per inch<br />Finished size of piece: 52” wide x 25” deep<br />Comments about the project: There wasn’t a boring moment while knitting. The results are stunning, and the pattern is very well written. The tiny, matching beads add just the right amount of glitter without overpowering the shawl.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUB3AKYk3xpIU2ILHb2QI2xZxb6g2nG6fvB_nt8aGRCJoZddFfllVUnYNk_JTwmqeF_z6FRDgF8DYfeJZMfhnXK7VnHtWlreE5H1ER7D9zlR8UN-7kPWGsIa8pK-J1i7kt4ukMhzNA-FCB/s1600/CynthiaBTTG+shawl.jpeg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 174px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669352104336180546" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUB3AKYk3xpIU2ILHb2QI2xZxb6g2nG6fvB_nt8aGRCJoZddFfllVUnYNk_JTwmqeF_z6FRDgF8DYfeJZMfhnXK7VnHtWlreE5H1ER7D9zlR8UN-7kPWGsIa8pK-J1i7kt4ukMhzNA-FCB/s320/CynthiaBTTG+shawl.jpeg" /></a><br />PROJECT: BTTG shawl<br />Your name: Dawn<br />Your Ravelry name: Dawnadair<br />Yarn Used: ColourMart Cashmere/Silk/Merino 2/28 NM Laceweight Verdoso<br />Needle size used: US 3<br />Beads used: 10/0blue-green lined crystal clear triangles, 8/0 pearl blue-green, crystal AB magatamas<br />Comments about the project: The end rows of this shawl were long, but it was well worth the work. I loved seeing the patterns appear and morph into other patterns as I knit. This is a stunning shawl, and I will be so proud to wear it!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZgD6dvVu8lmw_wr9VAf6ACQup0P4duqDwEAOjLujAOaSAwbQCA0JY7ObwfErUlRgpiRr5uNHB0WYGpeEn20RefdY8eUUJNosktFjEv5rFEDLCPvLqrzlR5KBIuyxQ3jTMr0mddAueQbCv/s1600/Dawn+BTTG+shawl.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669351813016662338" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZgD6dvVu8lmw_wr9VAf6ACQup0P4duqDwEAOjLujAOaSAwbQCA0JY7ObwfErUlRgpiRr5uNHB0WYGpeEn20RefdY8eUUJNosktFjEv5rFEDLCPvLqrzlR5KBIuyxQ3jTMr0mddAueQbCv/s320/Dawn+BTTG+shawl.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT: Ferns in the Garden Socks<br />Your name: Dawn<br />Your Ravelry name: Dawnadair<br />Yarn Used: Knit One Crochet Too Ty-Dy Socks - 1 skein - used less than 400 yds<br />Needle size used: US 1<br />Comments about the project: These socks were so much fun, and they have gotten me on a sock craze. I have lots of sock yarn lined up for Andrea's sock patterns and any new ones she comes up with. The colors of my yarn are kind of crazy, but my daughter loves them anyway to wear with her Birks.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKyIoHTMdDqyxGrpn8uiVNWPquizYFXGV8t46lhe6Um_vL3JJLIKA9_GDdeOGysZq_v_XmlF633MRDLJNbyJ2KPnwfAbMh-vt0parbKBZ2GOfW24ibY7wG9npceu4uxTsWhDptfVXPUKM4/s1600/Dawn+garden+socks.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669351811617016626" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKyIoHTMdDqyxGrpn8uiVNWPquizYFXGV8t46lhe6Um_vL3JJLIKA9_GDdeOGysZq_v_XmlF633MRDLJNbyJ2KPnwfAbMh-vt0parbKBZ2GOfW24ibY7wG9npceu4uxTsWhDptfVXPUKM4/s320/Dawn+garden+socks.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT: BTTG Shawl<br />Your name: Debby Patterson<br />Your Ravelry name: debbypat<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Alpaca With A Twist Fino, 118 grams/~1050 yards<br />Needle size used: US 4<br />Beads used: Size 8 Raku beads<br />Finished size of piece: 72 inches across, 36 inches long at spine<br />Comments about the project: Great fun to knit!<br />Modelled by my friend's 16-year-old daughter Grace. That's what you get for showing up for church in a white dress.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaG8UzAunUDLovEZe_SeMkFcRVNIugksd1nRo0w8TtowpUc5OiweApmlSThI_48zY3nxIq5ZRYIQU1cYc3hioU1Si1CZfcqdIJePMwEEKxqgCa35CcMt-A4jvoUzOzdYZcP9ls0JzvMdNO/s1600/Debby+BTTG+shawl1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669351638976556002" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaG8UzAunUDLovEZe_SeMkFcRVNIugksd1nRo0w8TtowpUc5OiweApmlSThI_48zY3nxIq5ZRYIQU1cYc3hioU1Si1CZfcqdIJePMwEEKxqgCa35CcMt-A4jvoUzOzdYZcP9ls0JzvMdNO/s320/Debby+BTTG+shawl1.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM7XYbF9fYgWZQ3f2cC44IEqTzxNUW7yMrqq4nsEb-dfPJolKY6cL626iWxxnI6PSJxMMWsw4JgYitr6P80eZEJdKc-jpb9BzSENAXM1VG9GN5DwO9rEXJYDapTF43vTUEfjcICtGlZEqw/s1600/Debby+BTTG+shawl+2.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 265px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669351634049688674" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM7XYbF9fYgWZQ3f2cC44IEqTzxNUW7yMrqq4nsEb-dfPJolKY6cL626iWxxnI6PSJxMMWsw4JgYitr6P80eZEJdKc-jpb9BzSENAXM1VG9GN5DwO9rEXJYDapTF43vTUEfjcICtGlZEqw/s320/Debby+BTTG+shawl+2.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT Back to the Garden Shawl<br />Your name: Gail Gelin<br />Your Ravelry name: cottontail<br />Blog URL: <a href="http://www.knocturnalknitter.blogspot.com/">http://www.knocturnalknitter.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Jaggerspun Zephyr lace weight sage<br />Needle size used: US 3<br />Beads used: Miyuki 10 seed beads olive lined AB<br />Finished size of piece<br />Comments about the project: Loved knitting it and the finished shawl. Thebeads are perfect for it and it is just the perfect size.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOa1lQENqoLhK3urM3jO6HlbGxq9f69BSVsf8gCY7W12D4NBzBbbbo-J1ztQWXdiV_KKldp-SoBtM1v9um-OIbhE5_xVlupnheEcHH6jEsiNpaLTPkB7zhr3JMrL6CXlsNfp34C_fzflkQ/s1600/Gail+dust+bunny+bead+detail.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 256px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669351412623898338" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOa1lQENqoLhK3urM3jO6HlbGxq9f69BSVsf8gCY7W12D4NBzBbbbo-J1ztQWXdiV_KKldp-SoBtM1v9um-OIbhE5_xVlupnheEcHH6jEsiNpaLTPkB7zhr3JMrL6CXlsNfp34C_fzflkQ/s320/Gail+dust+bunny+bead+detail.JPG" /></a><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 234px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669351411571314786" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDf0ujZ3MaGYzcvjfyu-qisy_b158lPNntMM5-60Y9VwjfjJKeHFyyBSm75qMSYuu0rTN9Z6q5ftiFIzYv_89u-LuHiiN2rizjWyCKuChJGyzUIXY2CX_vZTray-jpdPKDDb5eDZ7P45Ie/s320/Gail+dust+bunnyfull+btg.JPG" /><br />PROJECT:Peacocks in the Garden Mitts<br />Your name: Gayle<br />Your Ravelry name:Nitknitnit<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards):Wildfoote Luxury Sock Yarn, Temple Turquoise, 107yards (25 grams)<br />Needle size used:1.5<br />Beads used:Turquoise AB – Beader’s Paradise 6/0<br />Gauge:8 stitches per inch<br />Finished size of piece:7 inches<br />Comments about the project:<br />I made these two at a time on two circulars and the only problem I had was that I accidentally started putting thumbs on both sides! Once I fixed that, everything was great and I got addicted to the pattern and finished the mitts in two days.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilz700cS-vsJh0qHvqgzXnno5Os_QUhTJsHWd70eClMfqbxv8x3rMrT-nBe6At8VQ1Ta5_4xLqU2-r-GpP2g5mODqfU62HPB7a8PELV4YWvNlSnS77rGixgvOeP1I91sj71Zw-2DrB1KA1/s1600/Gayle+Lagor+mitts.JPG"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilz700cS-vsJh0qHvqgzXnno5Os_QUhTJsHWd70eClMfqbxv8x3rMrT-nBe6At8VQ1Ta5_4xLqU2-r-GpP2g5mODqfU62HPB7a8PELV4YWvNlSnS77rGixgvOeP1I91sj71Zw-2DrB1KA1/s1600/Gayle+Lagor+mitts.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 213px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669350810809467410" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilz700cS-vsJh0qHvqgzXnno5Os_QUhTJsHWd70eClMfqbxv8x3rMrT-nBe6At8VQ1Ta5_4xLqU2-r-GpP2g5mODqfU62HPB7a8PELV4YWvNlSnS77rGixgvOeP1I91sj71Zw-2DrB1KA1/s320/Gayle+Lagor+mitts.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT: BTTG Shawl<br />Your name: Lara Downey<br />Your Ravelry name: larascreations<br />Blog url: <a href="http://www.larascreations.blogspot.com/">http://www.larascreations.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): ~1100 yards Hand-dyed 2/28 cash/silk/merino<br />Needle size used: 3.0 mm<br />Beads used: 11/0 Gilt lined opal<br />Gauge: erm - I didn't measure for that ;-)Finished size of piece: ~68" x42" (center back)Comments about the project:<br />Fabulous fun, gorgeous design and thank you so very much for all the lovely extra knowledge and projects!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6KDJYdBts2dQzv_8KutFA5SIwITy8fRaOqYryuumv5b-q_BNFpuQCYT0lA5mTVHOigzI8XsgUfxDmYcqbdzfbmA5LR43isoidLoY6RN1OZUxK53w5Lsgh4Pp22BeyroTH_HYGcr6Hllcw/s1600/Lara+BTTG+in+the+garden+2.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 273px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669349986407377858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6KDJYdBts2dQzv_8KutFA5SIwITy8fRaOqYryuumv5b-q_BNFpuQCYT0lA5mTVHOigzI8XsgUfxDmYcqbdzfbmA5LR43isoidLoY6RN1OZUxK53w5Lsgh4Pp22BeyroTH_HYGcr6Hllcw/s320/Lara+BTTG+in+the+garden+2.JPG" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1-l3MJtTpRXhoSY6YQ9icGAg9d1gH8Gag2W33xvw-N2wTYWtryHTd6Yxk_huOcww6HJiwQL_zGVtkHX8-89WuBuAZdnrQNutgslkbqIJLvGbCwHnbFlMS-UedCkXNJlQhYSOjBF5ondMw/s1600/Lara+sitting+BTTG+Complete+2.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 296px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669349982302238562" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1-l3MJtTpRXhoSY6YQ9icGAg9d1gH8Gag2W33xvw-N2wTYWtryHTd6Yxk_huOcww6HJiwQL_zGVtkHX8-89WuBuAZdnrQNutgslkbqIJLvGbCwHnbFlMS-UedCkXNJlQhYSOjBF5ondMw/s320/Lara+sitting+BTTG+Complete+2.JPG" /></a><br />name: Mary Dieringer<br />ravelry name: Brocadelle<br />yarn: 2/28 coulormart merino<br />needles: size 2<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXaw-6_xO7jYM0OYoT6bQjg50UPT-nE4W_heH6m4algw-acxvI2RIwZt0GmptZREGTZE0ko6HSxUKhjfF2PiP2MMgiFobCxGGaMvwDH1N-lgDMzEhRbpTP12c64pemNNRZgkaynzLzeMrL/s1600/Mary+DieringerBTTG.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 242px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669349596984005154" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXaw-6_xO7jYM0OYoT6bQjg50UPT-nE4W_heH6m4algw-acxvI2RIwZt0GmptZREGTZE0ko6HSxUKhjfF2PiP2MMgiFobCxGGaMvwDH1N-lgDMzEhRbpTP12c64pemNNRZgkaynzLzeMrL/s320/Mary+DieringerBTTG.JPG" /></a><br />name: Mary Rose<br />Your Ravelry name: marydear<br />Blog URL: <a title="blocked::http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/" href="http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): ColourMart 2/28 Merino in Primrose, less than a cone<br />Needle size used: US 2Beads used: Lots! Big ones and little ones and fancy ones.<br />Finished size of piece: Just right to wear<br />Comments about the project: Small semi-circle version as the pattern was originally written. My gauge was all over the place while knitting this, but it blocked out beautifully, if I do say so myself. :)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj61jLxfBSMAvzQcEhaFqTbfi-bi__89xkV8twuhzuXSSE2dV3BOMWrWzMSD9U3WxsYgc5Fj0L-o8UrEIv8ZiCJ2c8q-ZdHvCDLhqyDnwCVwhgHo5pW7Uzl3370p4-bH3zSUrhIZpjl4rge/s1600/Mary+Rose+bttgfcandsemi+perspectice.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 223px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669348852573278434" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj61jLxfBSMAvzQcEhaFqTbfi-bi__89xkV8twuhzuXSSE2dV3BOMWrWzMSD9U3WxsYgc5Fj0L-o8UrEIv8ZiCJ2c8q-ZdHvCDLhqyDnwCVwhgHo5pW7Uzl3370p4-bH3zSUrhIZpjl4rge/s320/Mary+Rose+bttgfcandsemi+perspectice.jpg" /></a><br />Your name: Mary Rose<br />Your Ravelry name: marydear<br />Blog URL: <a title="blocked::http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/" href="http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): ColourMart 2/15 Cashmere/Merino<br />Needle size used: US 6 and US 7<br />Beads used: Lots! Big ones and little ones and fancy ones.Gauge: 4.5 stitches to the inch<br />Finished size of piece: Enormous, just under 8 feet across<br />Comments about the project: I knew I wanted to make a full circle version and that I wanted to use up some of my "sexy" ColourMart stash to knit it. The color of this begged to be a Back to the Garden project,so even though it was much thicker than what the pattern called for I went ahead and gave in to the temptation to use it. This was great fun to knit and try to spy out individual elements: snakes, flowers, leaves, even garden elves if you look at it right!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicKXKPcB9LrnvWs2pGhYmVSn7fXSZB2qaUvAB8N7Vk4dGlJEZbVyKRrHd3QA2ZIT8PAUOfsWheQBgo6oqeNsthx6f1To-b5eAuGGgq13yGAHx2ePpMbMH6ReSs41Lkwm9Ov58F0zz6JfpW/s1600/Mary+Rose+bttgfctakesupthewholebedplussome.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669348847914289298" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicKXKPcB9LrnvWs2pGhYmVSn7fXSZB2qaUvAB8N7Vk4dGlJEZbVyKRrHd3QA2ZIT8PAUOfsWheQBgo6oqeNsthx6f1To-b5eAuGGgq13yGAHx2ePpMbMH6ReSs41Lkwm9Ov58F0zz6JfpW/s320/Mary+Rose+bttgfctakesupthewholebedplussome.jpg" /></a><br />Project : Elm Leaf Scarf<br />Your name: Mary Rose<br />Your Ravelry name: marydear<br />Blog URL: <a title="blocked::http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/" href="http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://shallweeat.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Land O Lace silk Kayla<br />Needle size used: US 1<br />Beads used:size 10 seed beads clear<br />Comments about the project: Just one element from the main project takes on a completely different look when showcased on its own. I can't say enough nice things about the yarn either, this silk is gorgeous and very strong. It held up to some very aggressive blocking and kept that blocking through several teenage girl wearings. I have had requests from other teenage girls to knit this for them...I offered knitting lessons instead! Wonderful pattern as usual, Andrea. I can't wait to see what you come up with next!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8oYDOAGcjDK7u3AiOWzo6KnZJqxsJzu7JyWrb7u4onfCp0vQdkzbaxcBhcUAgmdupPLGvC98Wmqp1_dt3PUT54TuEcNrtUaRmp0Wgz4QpEoeHmBfFL136fiOk2ntPOFcViSfMPpLGFPUv/s1600/Mary+Rose+ElmLeafScarf1+1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 302px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669348849140738834" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8oYDOAGcjDK7u3AiOWzo6KnZJqxsJzu7JyWrb7u4onfCp0vQdkzbaxcBhcUAgmdupPLGvC98Wmqp1_dt3PUT54TuEcNrtUaRmp0Wgz4QpEoeHmBfFL136fiOk2ntPOFcViSfMPpLGFPUv/s320/Mary+Rose+ElmLeafScarf1+1.jpg" /></a><br />Name Pam<br />Ravelry id bbykchr<br />no blog<br />shetland 2 ply, don't know amt<br />size 3 needle<br />tri 1815<br />size is 74 x 25<br />I added an extra segment (6 instead of 5)<br />Thanks for the fun knit!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXZ_IvN3aGkCSNtrwBKwnf9xA28w4bKXAF8Dj9eYlkHu0uhCemA7dMtnaJhQYOjzu0cPsi9CFczutfWGXLygPuir4vqMz1UKwOsBBPsjLsFcOuEYSXO5DgP73zPQQUXI9aQeu_Kyfh2pEI/s1600/Pam+Long+BTTG+shawl.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 190px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669295214419107858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXZ_IvN3aGkCSNtrwBKwnf9xA28w4bKXAF8Dj9eYlkHu0uhCemA7dMtnaJhQYOjzu0cPsi9CFczutfWGXLygPuir4vqMz1UKwOsBBPsjLsFcOuEYSXO5DgP73zPQQUXI9aQeu_Kyfh2pEI/s320/Pam+Long+BTTG+shawl.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT: Ferns in the Garden Socks<br />Your name: Pam Macchi<br />Your Ravelry name: pammacchi<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Plymount Prima Alpaca 450 yards 100g 100% Superfine Alpaca<br />Needle size used: size 1 circular<br />Beads used: none<br />Gauge:Finished size of piece: 6 stitches = 1"<br />Comments about the project: The alpaca halo adds a new dimension to the lace pattern. They fit and feel great. I am enjoying experimenting with different yarns. It is a great pattern.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVIQaeq_doKAR00kRfBWJTO6QLWdm21TVxXPizjlK3xzwa6uTPeOXpNlyA04vO_5F8i0W46Z4MRvQHVOMrn426YrNbi5WRtHqH4ClqdVAQe07W2D2VsiLZGiDFSTmRcDIXcYMmibxLpG6m/s1600/Pams+garden+Alpaca+socks+001.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 226px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669295191472261490" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVIQaeq_doKAR00kRfBWJTO6QLWdm21TVxXPizjlK3xzwa6uTPeOXpNlyA04vO_5F8i0W46Z4MRvQHVOMrn426YrNbi5WRtHqH4ClqdVAQe07W2D2VsiLZGiDFSTmRcDIXcYMmibxLpG6m/s320/Pams+garden+Alpaca+socks+001.jpg" /></a>PROJECT: This is the Ferns in the Garden socks.<br />Your name: Pam Macchi<br />Your Ravelry name: pammacchi<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Crystal Palace Yarns Panda Soy Solids in Poppy Red. I purchased two skeins each 185 yards and had plenty left over. It is 49% bamboo, 33% soy and 21% elastic nylon. These socks are a pleasure to wear. They feel fantastic. The yarn is soft and comfortable.<br />Needle size used: size 1 circular.<br />Beads used: none<br />Gauge: 9 stitches = 1" Finished size of piece: Size 9 sock. It has stretch and fits like a glove.<br />Comments about the project: I started with Andrea to learn lace knitting. Once I got started reading all the e mails I felt this was for me. Learning other people's reactions to the yarn they are using is so totally valuable to me. This project was the best sock I have ever made. I used a circular even though one was not recommended. I commute to work and knit on my socks. I actually purchased a small projects bag. It is quilted with a zipper. It is perfect. Two weeks later, I purchased an eggplant Namaste Monroe and tuck the bag in the middle compartment. You couldn't do that with double pointed needles. I do the heel with a second circular needle. I have an 8" and 12" Addi size 1. I made myself learn how to do it. It is a piece of cake. I actually saw videos being sold at the Vogue Live LA show that teach it. I did it on my own. Just use markers. I am on my second set of Ferns in the Garden. I like making socks. Thank you Andrea for such a great pattern..<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQAc0leYPTufYPSeguRJAHw5U_S8rv6a356HmMNhXmTwcHlUtUlqMiW7Kt-hHzhXRsQhgdQmqzN7XSQjsDKUM7BtVy0hsKKRqBwHP4GciPxV0WPmjLKHhzn919rwA1unTPEk_aA013TI_Z/s1600/Pams+garden+orange+socks+001.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 279px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669386864253260898" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQAc0leYPTufYPSeguRJAHw5U_S8rv6a356HmMNhXmTwcHlUtUlqMiW7Kt-hHzhXRsQhgdQmqzN7XSQjsDKUM7BtVy0hsKKRqBwHP4GciPxV0WPmjLKHhzn919rwA1unTPEk_aA013TI_Z/s320/Pams+garden+orange+socks+001.jpg" /></a><br />Your name: Pam Macchi<br />Your Ravelry name: pammacchi<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Ella Rae Lace Merino, 100% Extra Fine Merino, 100 g 460 yards of fingering<br />Needle size used: Since the yarn was a little thicker than I expected I went up to a size 5.<br />Beads used: Gold Crystal AB I should have used a bigger bead - maybe. I think even though the smaller beads were a little difficult to apply that they were more delicate than a larger bead. Given all the color, I think a larger bead might have been gaudy.<br />Gauge: 6 stitches to 1"<br />Finished size of piece: 7 1/2 " wide and 55" long<br />Comments about the project: I told myself when I got started that I was going to experiment with yarns, needles and beads. Everything in this scarf was exciting. It is a varigated yarn. This is my first piece ever with a multi-colored (peach, pink, lavendar) yarn. I had worked with a brick kettle dyed but the colors were just variations of the brick. I decided this time not to be an 'old school' conservatist and the outcome was great. The gold beads are small so they pretty much blend in with the flower garden colors I picked. It is just enough added color to catch someon'e eye. I love it.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-Fp4NS-jBf3R7uCpxdr62D05MUkc-vfwpxB9qIh1l2AMWiEwoxX6mYmgBG5LQhFEKcy5cZuoxmkPE-7F7vR9x9ZiECsJXGsdOHnEGqz8WlWkFubfEmkt6_EPmIpqg7SlB9W8H_feomSZ/s1600/Pams+garden+swatch+scarf.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 194px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669295177493946594" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-Fp4NS-jBf3R7uCpxdr62D05MUkc-vfwpxB9qIh1l2AMWiEwoxX6mYmgBG5LQhFEKcy5cZuoxmkPE-7F7vR9x9ZiECsJXGsdOHnEGqz8WlWkFubfEmkt6_EPmIpqg7SlB9W8H_feomSZ/s320/Pams+garden+swatch+scarf.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT BTTG shawl<br />Your name: Sara<br />Your Ravelry name: Azariah<br />Blog URL: <a href="http://azariah-anf.blogspot.com/">http://azariah-anf.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used: Colour Mart 2/28 in a peacock color about 1300 yards<br />Needle size used: 3 US<br />Beads used: Size 10 triangles in forest green<br />Finished size of piece: 60" across top<br />Comments about the project: It was a fun and challenging knit, even for an accomplished lace knitter.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvY3Z7X1IpfjV29xrlf3xlhoKzBsGA6SZjrIqwV-i6Ietl8ogd5rxXA_e_EwzOe4IAzmQqRFt_Fr-h7qj4FnQV_5ksuAnmP6LB9DZPy9eOja2Cx8-4A2n9u27Mjo3gireIMdDaMNaC4a_5/s1600/Saras+BTTG+1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 161px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669293853986875586" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvY3Z7X1IpfjV29xrlf3xlhoKzBsGA6SZjrIqwV-i6Ietl8ogd5rxXA_e_EwzOe4IAzmQqRFt_Fr-h7qj4FnQV_5ksuAnmP6LB9DZPy9eOja2Cx8-4A2n9u27Mjo3gireIMdDaMNaC4a_5/s320/Saras+BTTG+1.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNtH2nd1Et2e6Cbiu3TfQUo33gaNZHPtgxg-JsN3RDWo4LWoCEXSt52WGJiGsksH-iydW7cQtrohjpWtW2rqiC99N5amwRxwPql-F9VElhDS1rAP7CWLMO_Wd20hzCE5ec5gOYfYUIC5OU/s1600/Saras+BTTG+detail.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 211px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669293851812100434" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNtH2nd1Et2e6Cbiu3TfQUo33gaNZHPtgxg-JsN3RDWo4LWoCEXSt52WGJiGsksH-iydW7cQtrohjpWtW2rqiC99N5amwRxwPql-F9VElhDS1rAP7CWLMO_Wd20hzCE5ec5gOYfYUIC5OU/s320/Saras+BTTG+detail.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT mitts<br />Your name: Sara Greer<br />Your Ravelry name: Azariah<br />Blog URL: <a href="http://azariah-anf.blogspot.com/">http://azariah-anf.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used: Hand Dyed Knit Picks Bare merino fingering 180 yards<br />Needle size used: 3.0mm<br />Beads used: Size 10 round clear with a sliver lining<br />Comments about the project: Nice and warm. Can't wait to use them! Really enjoyed the thumb.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuC7t6ETQarvMvSfPNLLPCzVCDuKLZynH3Gb9i8xOwxesfJRbujvJHbifBAdAJTUACw8zaSBQQNOhFgl_suC0VImj39gxKi702RDnRdiHQTmRoqgPfPzkdJIKJXeR9kZN0T50_vCc22bb_/s1600/Saras+Garden+mitts.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 263px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669293846821717010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuC7t6ETQarvMvSfPNLLPCzVCDuKLZynH3Gb9i8xOwxesfJRbujvJHbifBAdAJTUACw8zaSBQQNOhFgl_suC0VImj39gxKi702RDnRdiHQTmRoqgPfPzkdJIKJXeR9kZN0T50_vCc22bb_/s320/Saras+Garden+mitts.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT Elm scarf<br />Your name: Sara Greer<br />Your Ravelry name: Azariah<br />Blog URL: <a href="http://azariah-anf.blogspot.com/">http://azariah-anf.blogspot.com/</a><br />Yarn Used: Hand dyed Knit Picks Bare yarn 100% merino Lace weight 250 yards<br />Needle size used: 1 1/2<br />Beads used: Size 8 in a red round<br />Finished size of piece: 10 inches wide by 53 inches long<br />Comments about the project: I worked 6 repeats from my cast on and then the edging. I then undid my provisional cast on and worked another 6 repeats and the edging again. This makes it symmetrical.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuwQYqAUC-2WJiWUqdWLIPC9sSuaVUZjryhdAwPa641NbkoXeStnCoxAXUG7szPc1z-57tU_t1RbNsCAkgxUzXRfCDMc-NbXN4BKOEGi_e1jHxoYNiw8sox6wFF4NH-nzVpzkepKtU0HjW/s1600/Saras+Elm+leaf+scarf+2.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 263px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669293846723525330" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuwQYqAUC-2WJiWUqdWLIPC9sSuaVUZjryhdAwPa641NbkoXeStnCoxAXUG7szPc1z-57tU_t1RbNsCAkgxUzXRfCDMc-NbXN4BKOEGi_e1jHxoYNiw8sox6wFF4NH-nzVpzkepKtU0HjW/s320/Saras+Elm+leaf+scarf+2.jpg" /></a>PROJECT socks<br />Your name: Sara Greer<br />Your Ravelry name: Azaraih<br />Blog URL: http://azariah-anf.blogspot.com/Yarn Used: Malabrigo<br />Yarn Lace in Jacinto about 350 yards<br />Needle size used: 3.0 mm<br />Comments about the project: This was the first pair of adult socks I completed. Thanks for such great basic instructions!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7sCyOdjpiwoS11VT8ha-lMcAU3WZj57jNPCbNIEgdE02Qbi-ju_axz2HslA7PTuXaGc3_qAIQhKCrIkgmdDhAdodIGDMcGSriy71hFT_rmXFcJbobsO1dQxNwnirrwDSGGY-DiJddC7aK/s1600/Saras+Fern+socks.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 212px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669293683686893730" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7sCyOdjpiwoS11VT8ha-lMcAU3WZj57jNPCbNIEgdE02Qbi-ju_axz2HslA7PTuXaGc3_qAIQhKCrIkgmdDhAdodIGDMcGSriy71hFT_rmXFcJbobsO1dQxNwnirrwDSGGY-DiJddC7aK/s320/Saras+Fern+socks.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT Elm scarf<br />Your name: Dolores Aaron<br />Yarn Used: Azariah's Adventurous Fibre Lace in K-green, about 200 yards<br />Needle size used: 1 US<br />Beads used: Size 8 in round mixed greens<br />Finished size of piece: 9 inches wide by 51 inches long<br />Comments about the project: I worked 14 repeats and then the edgings. It was a very friendly project for my first time. Easy to block and enjoyable.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVSUOiEopc3zG9kGabIh_OV-bZkRxFVLTM48Jvt33kiW0Nr9ZvdiGL30Ca_xUm_QmM9JTYW6hUCSewfMY_xASpl7yDC0UPV3PwlWFsYh7O2k8IsFnGSqS3edQ5oN6EHDqgBad0NM1oEMPb/s1600/Saras+Mom%2527s+%2528Delores%2529+scarf+1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 96px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669293451113422418" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVSUOiEopc3zG9kGabIh_OV-bZkRxFVLTM48Jvt33kiW0Nr9ZvdiGL30Ca_xUm_QmM9JTYW6hUCSewfMY_xASpl7yDC0UPV3PwlWFsYh7O2k8IsFnGSqS3edQ5oN6EHDqgBad0NM1oEMPb/s320/Saras+Mom%2527s+%2528Delores%2529+scarf+1.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT: Baby Sock Tutorial - for ornaments<br />Your name: Sheila Macomber<br />Your Ravelry name: lacesheknits<br />Blog URL: N/A<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): 1) Araucania Rancho Solid in green ~ 15 yards, 2) Knit One Crochet Two Ty-Dy Sock in reds/pinks ~ 17 yards<br />Needle size used: 2<br />Beads used: none<br />Gauge: 8 sts per inch<br />Finished size of piece: 5" from top to toe<br />Comments about the project: I got the idea for ornaments from the tutorial instructions and am making baby sock ornaments for family and friends for the holidays. I plan to fill them with candy - very small candy!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXA5adciD6BB0nVjUWV-gagVtH-bsiQWCYYOzOo5Bnwh91971FGXYZR1Dq6DuZdAdFFxJen275vmbnBh3RVpwgQtDOxfT5MWj2JdQShSbLoOOu8Vj4hr1i3sT4Y1SqT9TyKhE-U9gQuSKS/s1600/Sheila+M+Baby+Sock+Ornament.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 270px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669292772605025506" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXA5adciD6BB0nVjUWV-gagVtH-bsiQWCYYOzOo5Bnwh91971FGXYZR1Dq6DuZdAdFFxJen275vmbnBh3RVpwgQtDOxfT5MWj2JdQShSbLoOOu8Vj4hr1i3sT4Y1SqT9TyKhE-U9gQuSKS/s320/Sheila+M+Baby+Sock+Ornament.jpg" /></a>PROJECT: Back to the Garden Shawl (semi-circular)<br />Your name: Sheila Macomber<br />Your Ravelry name: lacesheknits<br />Blog URL: N/A<br />Yarn Used: Knit Picks Shadow (Opal) 440 yds per 50 gm, 1100 yards<br />Needle size used: 3 (should have been a #4, I think, for more laciness)<br />Beads used: (All Miyuki) 8/0 Transparent Grey Iris, #5 Triangle Seedbead Iris Grey (Miyuki #1157), Magatama Metallic Rainbow Peacock<br />Gauge: 7 sts/1" ST, gauge swatch (pattern) 5" x 7"<br />Finished size of piece: Center back: 29", 58" widest point side to side, top edge: 55"<br />Comments about the project:I loved this project! It is such a fantastic pattern - ingenious, beautiful and well written and charted. It was so fun to not know what it would look like in the end and watch it unfold on the needles and in everyone's photos. The final piece was totally fulfilling. And I learned the right way to add beads with a crochet hook. I want to make another one some day - the full circle version, I think.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3SEApWoUTA0cntjJBQ0JrSYjcbwGg-LYNp6qVjm-9yaHWaKMcUVmCfznmbLAoF8r4YDnb-BvohZRg-MrHySKzVnzwV0nvxu04MoO7P2vqW6k19OpTBiQpaw9yMhBkqWY3dbpMty-icRX4/s1600/Sheila+M+BTTG+shawl+chart+8+blocking.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 217px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669292767046387218" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3SEApWoUTA0cntjJBQ0JrSYjcbwGg-LYNp6qVjm-9yaHWaKMcUVmCfznmbLAoF8r4YDnb-BvohZRg-MrHySKzVnzwV0nvxu04MoO7P2vqW6k19OpTBiQpaw9yMhBkqWY3dbpMty-icRX4/s320/Sheila+M+BTTG+shawl+chart+8+blocking.jpg" /></a>PROJECT:Peacocks in the Garden Mitts<br />Your name: Sheila Macomber<br />Your Ravelry name: lacesheknits<br />Blog URL: N/A Yarn Used: Knit Picks Shadow (Opal) 440 yds per 50 gm, 154 yards<br />Needle size used: 2<br />Beads used: (All Miyuki) 8/0 Transparent Grey Iris, #5 Triangle Seedbead Iris Grey (Miyuki #1157)<br />Gauge: 9 sts/inch on both ST sts and over pattern<br />Finished size of piece: Length: 6", Width at beginning: 7", Width at end (knuckles) 6.5"<br />Comments about the project: Another lovely pattern by Andrea! I used a finer yarn than specified and they are lacier. They fit a small hand, but would fit a larger hand with a more elastic bind off, such as the one she specified. It was too loose for my hand so I used a regular B.O. done loosely. I used triangel beads where she specified 8/0s and placed 8/0 beads where the nupps were and along the center pattern stitch (1 per rep) to the end, where I placed triangle beads on the back of the hand and 8/0 on the palm side.<br /><br /><br /><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAfVwU_WNuY1hRRq7OtEtWJXLxbtbEBry9DQDFpJQ8z_Ky2AsB3VSM8kOeMp5VpCbqltxUdEnuR9IGJBJoraDAsELJl-NIa8KQM7sd3vT1wAPjxEoiU5WKyj2aftVnRJUxPd8Ms3SophKT/s1600/Sheila+M+garden+mitt+Left+Mitt+blocked.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669292757180378210" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAfVwU_WNuY1hRRq7OtEtWJXLxbtbEBry9DQDFpJQ8z_Ky2AsB3VSM8kOeMp5VpCbqltxUdEnuR9IGJBJoraDAsELJl-NIa8KQM7sd3vT1wAPjxEoiU5WKyj2aftVnRJUxPd8Ms3SophKT/s320/Sheila+M+garden+mitt+Left+Mitt+blocked.jpg" /></a>PROJECT: Ferns in the Garden Socks<br />Your name: Sheila Macomber<br />Your Ravelry name: lacesheknits<br />Blog URL: N/A<br />Yarn Used: OnLine Supersocke 100 Cotton Tweed (#1387 green) 437 yds per 100 gm, 310 yards<br />Needle size used: 2<br />Beads used: none<br />Gauge: 8 sts/1"<br />Finished size of piece: Leg of sock 6" (12 pattern repeats), foot to fit size 9 (9.5" from end of toe to back of heel, blocked). Foot width 8", leg width 8.75"<br />Comments about the project: This is a really nice lace pattern. I have knit about 15 pairs of socks and these are one of the best ever. I had the sock yarn already, because I loved the color and tweed specs, and was waiting on a pattern. This pattern was perfect for it. I knit these very tightly over the foot section because I could not find my #1 needle (I do socks on the magic loop - 40" circular), otherwise, I would have switched at the heel to the smaller needle. I like the foot tighter and it wears better. I also did a conventional heel flap instead of the pattern also for wear sturdiness.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU_DsHy5OpPKOq_XaSq9H_mujFZFIcvpJhBv7vofZ2BAxih_NhdDCQD6lc0NOeS-KfrzJm8DHOV1tnFSOcxwq4CA-HUPVKXixJ3e8hLNgchhq-eZ9sTBp0KQvoiI5JdL0kiNdeHjSUK4Os/s1600/Sheila+M+Garden+socks.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 231px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669292749959870018" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU_DsHy5OpPKOq_XaSq9H_mujFZFIcvpJhBv7vofZ2BAxih_NhdDCQD6lc0NOeS-KfrzJm8DHOV1tnFSOcxwq4CA-HUPVKXixJ3e8hLNgchhq-eZ9sTBp0KQvoiI5JdL0kiNdeHjSUK4Os/s320/Sheila+M+Garden+socks.jpg" /></a><br />PROJECT: BTTG Shawl<br />Your name: Sue Elkind<br />Your Ravelry name: Monksqueedunk<br />Yarn Used (what and how many yards): Skein yarn, approx 1000yds<br />Needle size used: US 4<br />Beads used: 8.0 Amethyst Medium Mix from Artbeads.com<br />Gauge: did not do a swatch =(<br />Comments about the project: Absolutely absorbing to knit as the pattern evolved and changed. Now I am spoiled and no longer want to do repetitive patterns where the same motif has to be knit over and over again. I truly cannot wait for the next BadCat project. I love the combination of mastery of new techniques and the challenge of learning and every single one of your (Andrea's) projects provide this.<br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 220px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669292256467212626" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeLq27X_rQynbgps4nTUtXjD4NWflkmptAR9sSfhie5rDXOCLFu939MvfYKnPWnU55KZ4tFUwH-6x4UB1d0NCJUU1ThkiQx0qsuUsEdTEqn-3q2hQdbQsQNrwcLKi6ISDcXgoEq-vT7Iqi/s320/Sue+penguins+Back+to+the+Garden+Shawl+detail+.JPG" /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz2ZKK8ue8MP62e2fLQlvmUhC1eBYo8XXm1IJi1Vna-2m5j4-WVD98yvhtO7WDRzNaAF-NLX8JedtYMBmWhR2qDjR3CGxuKV7gG4pnGxvbpP21n24o7w8OSeNCMZBB6UIH4Z5DaX4iFdiF/s1600/Sue+penguins+Back+to+the+Garden+Shawl+modeled+.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 250px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669292253992224178" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz2ZKK8ue8MP62e2fLQlvmUhC1eBYo8XXm1IJi1Vna-2m5j4-WVD98yvhtO7WDRzNaAF-NLX8JedtYMBmWhR2qDjR3CGxuKV7gG4pnGxvbpP21n24o7w8OSeNCMZBB6UIH4Z5DaX4iFdiF/s320/Sue+penguins+Back+to+the+Garden+Shawl+modeled+.JPG" /></a><br />PROJECT: BTTG shawl,<br />Your name: Annie Ham<br />Your Ravelry name: weaverannie<br />Blog URL: <a href="http://www.weaverannie.blogspot.com/">http://www.weaverannie.blogspot.com/</a></p><br /><p>Yarn Used : an Estonian wool, that’s no longer for sale. I bought two skeins, and used only about half of the first. No idea about the length.<br />Needle size used: 2.5 mm<br />Beads used: stash. Don’t know about size or even where I got them.<br />Finished size of piece: 151 x 65 cm<br />Comments about the project: I loved knitting this pattern and am pleased with the result. </p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669291648272227010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKkNTSZ2bg4DU0Uq2C6seakGnwEtOMGpEUPaYjjvenXcXZUNRD3RL6dlMKA02p-d1ERAhPHRO907hgCjMm8wc9r8RKdIvlsERYMUHlqeS5GT4mny09m0GcQ-Hud8-Uv341eUQ7fFRgnIuu/s320/Weaver+Annie+BTTG+shawl+2.jpg" /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669291645248788754" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh27EVKz0ifCVcMcuVl36HirqzKpDJ_Ajt2Ym4R6IMS8rc_PvW8tF-PZRhnkGzRDoMC1tRGEnfV7-tfc-qSU7S5AnEM-nge6BOubwf5yShkmryV27C7inksoC3sU2FFVXaNAawtqaA6bGNH/s320/Weaver+Annie+BTTG+shawl+3.jpg" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMA6yyHK03Aja5sRdeC1hMfCsmg95VU_FYSTemC_JnVBiFWeNGZuSAMIuYP6fqKyIucyER0Vj0it8Y1FSirCi7RwFgCaDcRvHTIF39ODNuM5dzNh-qFTeOgeM32VOc1FOnMpLxXD1IFQMg/s1600/First+Prize.JPG"><br />First Prize!<br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 139px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669375450817596626" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMA6yyHK03Aja5sRdeC1hMfCsmg95VU_FYSTemC_JnVBiFWeNGZuSAMIuYP6fqKyIucyER0Vj0it8Y1FSirCi7RwFgCaDcRvHTIF39ODNuM5dzNh-qFTeOgeM32VOc1FOnMpLxXD1IFQMg/s320/First+Prize.JPG" /></a> Second Prize!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTSEV6qiUaWPoQQyGFyysSR8VUe4ITX9Z2Om1LQIyh4v-tgdmyWQytTleB4rmj535G00Db0A94E9fGgy5pL9yLkSolRZDXncC_9EWWwxaIdwCIUVti15u1KiUAVDKTOM__q-IDfdHY5fvU/s1600/2nd+prize.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 154px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669374721986719682" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTSEV6qiUaWPoQQyGFyysSR8VUe4ITX9Z2Om1LQIyh4v-tgdmyWQytTleB4rmj535G00Db0A94E9fGgy5pL9yLkSolRZDXncC_9EWWwxaIdwCIUVti15u1KiUAVDKTOM__q-IDfdHY5fvU/s320/2nd+prize.JPG" /></a> Third Prize!<br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 293px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669374687169383682" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOr2gSFHkRwohElWcCoJzWs-bMxGtq5mF4oApuVoFa4wjiudHbPZLt2PEfpAv2y2XQY6jGaOe-06nUAoEyq2pYX_UmeHcrHDDZE9IF3AMglnzquJP8m8WWynz9-fHL4bYXEjTynL2W3luc/s320/3rd+prize.JPG" /> Fourth Prize!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd4wYD9VTnVNA9eu0vlh4s0etX6luHZ4IHcfEzrlnvMk8Gzmdy2NdteQSkzt86juC1PqWD7sPzPuHRqOI_GsPJJrtFJHQMtx362cOaDQkSTlNppZVk4gKXR7SAlgCRyojagtF6j6SMBg1D/s1600/4th+Prize.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 194px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5669374681381526130" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd4wYD9VTnVNA9eu0vlh4s0etX6luHZ4IHcfEzrlnvMk8Gzmdy2NdteQSkzt86juC1PqWD7sPzPuHRqOI_GsPJJrtFJHQMtx362cOaDQkSTlNppZVk4gKXR7SAlgCRyojagtF6j6SMBg1D/s320/4th+Prize.JPG" /></a>BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400989240198251128.post-68540424307556062802011-07-10T10:02:00.004-04:002011-07-10T10:18:50.945-04:00Back to the Garden: needles are clicking!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP2zuY7exwosDMMTxCr4yu-q5weLzNw_jRYSB6rY-ArS6VT06-OCBtdTZ72t9ejnWR99K0hQqGmdeXphCQi6nPY95ZVXzqtw4wTMvqG5RzVMguRLEsg1C_FNlvvSzr_kyDY_qkNdiiRE_C/s1600/back+to+the+garden+Ad1-2.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 140px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5627724168626820674" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP2zuY7exwosDMMTxCr4yu-q5weLzNw_jRYSB6rY-ArS6VT06-OCBtdTZ72t9ejnWR99K0hQqGmdeXphCQi6nPY95ZVXzqtw4wTMvqG5RzVMguRLEsg1C_FNlvvSzr_kyDY_qkNdiiRE_C/s320/back+to+the+garden+Ad1-2.JPG" /></a> The summer group has been very active, with 112 knitters working in harmony on their projects as we watch the garden begin to bloom.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVpgDRYyfT4z5Z_0UkOeSpLUXuGoNk2zxAhnJb6g1RYEhRsTsIeX8q0TNaB70LDbcqZe5qN1ENPvJCSach04ao8XW6mpXyi9rm3x0H4GJJ7y73MItUovV3NbagKgZs2ExmWvIifzk-PiZR/s1600/BTTG+week+1.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 195px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5627724167440041714" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVpgDRYyfT4z5Z_0UkOeSpLUXuGoNk2zxAhnJb6g1RYEhRsTsIeX8q0TNaB70LDbcqZe5qN1ENPvJCSach04ao8XW6mpXyi9rm3x0H4GJJ7y73MItUovV3NbagKgZs2ExmWvIifzk-PiZR/s320/BTTG+week+1.JPG" /></a> The photograph above shows a bit more than through Chart 2, with a detail shot of the merge between Charts 1 and 2 below. People have selected the most interesting yarns and beads to use and each piece will be unique! It is a lot of fun to watch. The <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/back-to-the-garden-shawl">Ravelry project page </a>has many photos posted already, so if you are curious please take a look. Just select the link to your right (as of today it list 41 projects.)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8WNSZVJRk7GbsZVGYWkNsLhEZFrJBitgHAEj5aYZf8ifYrT4TKJSmhUdBs4ahZ2dkD0PfR0taMBow0gTNp1zS5l-AotRG0otY11vmhVfPs3rjJxMzwFGnjcta6B2ZKFhGzLTPwxLRaDU9/s1600/P5260004.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5627724166216582690" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8WNSZVJRk7GbsZVGYWkNsLhEZFrJBitgHAEj5aYZf8ifYrT4TKJSmhUdBs4ahZ2dkD0PfR0taMBow0gTNp1zS5l-AotRG0otY11vmhVfPs3rjJxMzwFGnjcta6B2ZKFhGzLTPwxLRaDU9/s320/P5260004.JPG" /></a> People can feel free to join the project all summer long, and work at their own pace. Read the <a href="http://badcatdesigns.blogspot.com/p/summer-2011-back-to-garden.html">details here </a>and please contact me if you have any questions.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOfb9qLA97qv2scQQfPdXPXZpJJ0iE-7KYqm0mkcUD3TOOtA5_4ELF3_egb7Bzu582X5LJt87Zxb21jvn1FvBETCGNCJJw3YtEjgUYFSDrIwox6OtdcBegBLIT-tVEnLZFJHGINYx7qJcp/s1600/P6100033.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5627726110208693938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOfb9qLA97qv2scQQfPdXPXZpJJ0iE-7KYqm0mkcUD3TOOtA5_4ELF3_egb7Bzu582X5LJt87Zxb21jvn1FvBETCGNCJJw3YtEjgUYFSDrIwox6OtdcBegBLIT-tVEnLZFJHGINYx7qJcp/s320/P6100033.JPG" /></a><br /><br />I will leave you with a sunset on the Hudson River, taken from our sailboat on Haverstraw Bay. Knit on!BadCatDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14672942004338128905noreply@blogger.com1