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Wednesday, 04 April 2007
Black and White
I have such a good time knitting "Sahara" by Knit and tonic, except the yarn I choose. I'm use Knitpick shine worsted from my stash and .. the yarn have so many knot and fluff are everywhere. I really regret to use this yarn, other than the quality, the dyelot are really disappointed as well. The colour basically like an old black t-shirt after many wash.. When I combine the white lace part it gets worst, the fluff just keep sticking to the white yarn..
The pattern are using the same weight of yarn for the lace part but I think the same weight will look to heavy for the lace. So, I use different weight yarn to create more sheen lace effect and I change the lace part to white instead of black.
This pattern are so well written, the fit are perfect and the best part is no seaming needed except the lace neckline.
Pattern : Sahara
Yarn : Knitpick - shine worsted and Katie nilo
Yardage: 7 balls
Needle : 3.75 mm - 4mm
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I love the changes you made to the pattern, and I like the white lace portions. You make the most beautiful pieces!!
Posted by: Lolly | Wednesday, 04 April 2007
aw, I'm sorry to hear that the sweater isn't holding up as well as it should. But I had to comment on your color choices - it's really a stunning sweater, very glamourous and clasique! Now I'm thinking that I want to knit this pattern!
Posted by: lekkercraft | Wednesday, 04 April 2007
prettiest sahara i've seen yet. you have a good eye for choosing good patterns
Posted by: loopylulu | Thursday, 05 April 2007
I love your modifications. Shine is not a favorite of mine, either. I've had similar issues with it. If it really bothers you, make it again with different yarn--the pictures are lovely.
Posted by: Angela | Thursday, 05 April 2007
hm..lovely!
the shine sport turn up not that "thick" feeling ya.
black and white, simple and nice. :)
Posted by: regg | Thursday, 05 April 2007
Wow, it turned out gorgeous! Fabulous job! The color combo is quite striking.
Posted by: Oiyi | Friday, 06 April 2007
I'm sorry the yarn was so bad. That can really ruin a nice pattern. It looks GREAT on the pictures, though. You should try again with a different yarn. The SexyKnittersClub are knitting that pattern along with Rusted Root right now.
Posted by: Susan | Saturday, 07 April 2007
It's too bad about the yarn because the sweater is stunning...very classic.
Posted by: Andrea Jones | Saturday, 07 April 2007
your sweater looks beautiful! great color choice too- i would never have thought of it, even though it is so simple and effective.
Posted by: hoyan | Monday, 09 April 2007
OMG!!! so pretty...i love that dark brown piece in your previous post. so talented.... :) keep it up!!!
ps. came here from mei's blog.
Posted by: Yvy | Monday, 09 April 2007
It looks great in the pic. Wonderful job!
Sad to hear that yarn isn't so good as it's made out to be..
Posted by: Rain | Tuesday, 10 April 2007
It's such an adorable top!! Too bad about the cheap yarn. =(
Posted by: Julia | Thursday, 12 April 2007
I absolutely LOVE what you've done with this pattern! I haven't seen any others like it and it looks beautiful on you!
Posted by: jenna | Wednesday, 18 April 2007
Hi,
We would love to feature your Sahara on our future newsletter and the Customer Gallery page: http://www.stitchdiva.com/custom.aspx?id=201
Please contact me if you are interested.
I look forward to hearing from you!
- Chie
Posted by: Stitch Diva Studios | Thursday, 26 April 2007
I think yours is one of the best Saharas I have seen. I love the contrast of the black and white. Fabbity fab!
Posted by: Kara | Friday, 27 April 2007
Beautiful. I would love to make this blouse. I love the colors.
Posted by: Jillian | Thursday, 10 May 2007
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