Thank you for all the input yesterday. I have decided to put the Arachne yoke aside. I think I’m done with it but I’m leaving the door open just in case I’m not. I have a full bag of the gray Plymouth Encore so there is more than enough for both projects should I change my mind.
The photo above is the start of the baby blanket. I’ve decided to knit a variation on Malt by TinCanKnits. I love the simple design of this blanket. The garter stitch is squishy and the stockinette is smooth. I like to imagine a toddler running their fingers over their blanket feeling the different textures. Right now I’m thinking I’ll change the pattern so that the blanket will have a large center rectangle of garter stitch surrounded by a border of stockinette and an outer border of garter stitch. But I’ll decide when I get there.
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What a coincidence – I was browsing on Ravelry just this evening and came across a cowl pattern by Tin Can Knits! Who’d have thought!
Out of all the knitting designers in the world…….. to paraphrase Casablanca 🙂
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I love Tin Can Knits’ designs! I’m going to finish their Flax pullover for my 3 year old within the next couple of days. Planning to start the “Love Note” Sweater soon.
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They have so many lovely patterns. I love how they go from baby to adult sizes on a bunch.
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Me too. I’m thinking about making the same pullover for my 18 year old son. I also find the patterns and tutorials are easy to understand for my skill level.
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They have great patterns! I want to knit most of them:)
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That is a great idea, and I think a toddler would definitely enjoy the changes of texture. That is lovely yarn – you’re off to a great start!
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Glad you have found a path for the yarn!! Cheering you on from the sidelines.
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This sounds like a wonderful touchy feely blanket, I love your plan!
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A baby blanket will be well used and loved.
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