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Auchnaha Cardigan

There are certain projects that hold a special place in my heart. One of my favorites is the Auchnaha cardigan designed by Kate Davies.This cardigan holds countless memories from the August when I began knitting it. From sunny afternoons under the umbrella at the beach to hikes to the Alpine huts, each stitch is intertwinedContinua a leggere “Auchnaha Cardigan”

Cestaria Cardigan

I adore knitting books filled with patterns, and my extensive library is a testament to that. One of my top picks is “Textured Knits” by Paula Pereira, featured in Laine’s collection. The book boasts an array of stunning patterns.My latest project, the Cestaria cardigan, marks the third creation from this book. It was my go-toContinua a leggere “Cestaria Cardigan”

Summer cardigan

This marks the completion of my first successful project with the assistance of my knitting machine, the LK150. An interesting aspect of this machine is its ability to replicate hand-knitted stitches accurately. This allows you to seamlessly transition between using the machine and traditional knitting needles. The hems, lace section, and sleeves were crafted byContinua a leggere “Summer cardigan”

Marled Cardigan

For this cardigan, I used two strands of ITO Kinu which is a 100% organic silk, made from the remnants of spun filament silk. The silk is in its raw form, slightly coarse, with very thin threads that blend various colors, creating a slightly mottled yarn. It is lightweight and not particularly easy to workContinua a leggere “Marled Cardigan”