assemblage

to preview

a small preview.

yet to be resolved.
yet to be finished.
yet to be named.

evolving.

tiny update

a few items added to the shop.

and a few black wool paper crane blouses for an update next week.

autumnal blooms

enjoying the autumnal colours

ordering a couple of these

considering this or maybe just this

thrilled a 'local' online yarn store is stocking habu

to stripe

while plains and texture win every time for me, i have long held a fascination for stripes. if there must be a pattern, then let it be stripes.

basic long sleeve tshirt;

with extra long sleeves;

plentiful stripes;

and a wide neck (to slip a scarf, or cowl, or even a loop under).

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btw, if you are not on ravelry but would like a copy of the free looped loop pattern, just email or comment and i will send it to you.

looped loop

 

i have added a free pattern for my looped loop to Rav.
if you like it.
or not.
but just so you know.

the selfish knitter

the stopgap lived up to my name for it and filled a temporary hole in my crafting calender. now, thankfully, some of the other yarns i was waiting on, have arrived so no further stopgap has been required.

i am so pleased with the classic, textured result of the herringbone cowl. i especially like how it can be readily pulled into shape to suit either a cowl or, ahem, a headband...

i have been admiring another herringbone design for some time. however, i'm not so sure i want to 'waste' my valuable knitting time making something for mr assemblage when i could be creating something for me. in this one area of my life, it's all about me.

paper crane knit pattern winner

[thanks to the random generator] comment no. 17 - jessica! a copy of my paper crane knit pattern is heading your way.

and thank you for your lovely comments - i find each and every one so encouraging. thank you.

the pattern can be now purchased via Ravelry. if you are not Ravelry enabled, the pattern is also available for purchase directly using the PayPal button at right (please allow for timezone differences for receipt of pdf email).

[to knit a] paper crane

the paper crane. in knitted form. an extension to this.

the body is knit in one piece with a single seam at the bust expressing the angled knitting grain detail. the underarm seams align with the bust. the neckline rolls to reveal the contrasting garter stitch. completed with a perfect button.

the yarn! ooohh. i LOVE this yarn. whilst knitting, it feels almost stringy and perhaps a little rough. textured.

upon washing: the yarn transforms. a gentle sheen reminding me of driftwood: the colour, the texture. stitches plumped making my stitchwork look perfectly even. with that linen drape we know and love.

this pattern lends itself to numerous variations:

3/4 sleeves, elbow length sleeves, cap sleeves or no sleeves

tie closure using i-cord, 5 buttons from waist to bust, snap tape sewn on, hook and eye, double breasted overlap or no closure (loose shrug style).

and so utterly perfect for dancing. i hope it makes you want to dance, too - i know i do!

ravelry pattern now available for purchase. and also paypal option on the sidebar. sizing: S, M, L, XL.

and because i'm so excited, i want to share the love around: i will select one winner from the comments and send you a free copy of the pattern [or a refund for your pattern if you just can't wait!].

twist and drape

it has been some time since i pored over the excellent pattern magic design magazines. i drafted this pattern from volume 1 exactly and, using some black wool jersey, i had a new top in 2 hours. truly.

the pattern uses a single piece of fabric and 3 seams in total: 1 seam behind the right shoulder; 2 seams from wrist to waist.

the sleeves are cut on the bias so some extra length here adds to the loooong slimming effect.

and fitting the garment to the waist and wearing a singlet top underneath has all but eliminated the natural un-twist response of the fabric.

so far it is working well with most things in my wardrobe. one of my regular customers suggested teaming it with this. definitely.

to layer

these new charcoal bengaline pants were purpose sewn. i do enjoy a good layer. or two. or even three.

flat waist with darts - 2 to the front, 4 to the back. invisible side zip. i was planning modern details but went super-simple for more seamless layering. you know, the no "pant-line" effect.

the skirt shown here is one i made before tom was born. phew. that makes it 7 or 8 years old! and still a winter wardrobe staple. quilting batting between two skirt layers and a single large 'seam' about 12cm up from the hemline.