Baby blanket…done!

Diana Poirier

Hello everyone!

I was happy I found some time today to do some knitting.

I managed to finish the baby blanket I was making for my husband’s co-worker.

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The blanket is based on a pattern I found on Pinterest. Click HERE to read it.

It’s super easy to follow. Instead of adding 3 stripes at the one corner, I did one big stripe in off white.

I used Caron Simply Soft yarn and US size 8 needles.

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I have a pattern that’s due mid August for Paintbox Yarns and I’m “this close” to getting it done, so off I go to finish it!

Happy knitting.

Diana

 

 

Yarn Review…Lion Brand “Hometown USA”…

Diana Poirier

Good afternoon everyone!

A little while back, I mentioned to you some yarn that was sent to me to review – Lion Brand “Hometown USA”.  Well, I’ve finally had some time to play with it.

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Lion Brand “Hometown USA” – review

 

TYPE OF YARN:  100% Acrylic Super Bulky (made in the USA).

KNITTING:  It’s a wonderfully soft yarn with a very vibrant colour.  I found when I first started knitting with it, the ends did unravel a bit but as I got further along in the piece, this was no longer an issue.  The stitch definition is good.  I feel this yarn would look best with a more textured stitch (Garter, Moss) than a flat stitch (Stockinette).

PACKAGING: Comes in a 81 yard ball (5oz)

GAUGE:  This yarn knits up true to gauge on US size 13 needles (9mm) at 9 stitches and 12 rows for 4″.  This is unblocked.

WASHING:  Machine washable and dryable.  I would suggest washing in cold water and a low tumble dry.

WHAT TO MAKE:  This is a super chunky yarn, so any project would knit up quickly.  If you’re looking for a weekend project, it would be perfect for chunky scarves and cowls or for pillow cushions. If you have more time, consider making a luscious baby blanket or a very appreciated couch throw.  It would also be ideal for Autumn wraps.

This yarn is available in a wide assortment of colours from loveknitting.com and if you head over there before the end of July, there are some colours that are ON SALE for 25% off!

Happy knitting!

Diana

 

 

My yarn arrived…

Diana Poirier

Hello everyone!

This big box of beautiful yarn arrived on my doorstep this morning!

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Loveknitting.com sent it to me for FREE in exchange for a yarn review!  Not a bad deal if I do say so myself! 😉

I selected a yarn I’ve never used before just to try something new.  It’s “Hometown USA” by Lion Brand in “Vermont Green” and it’s super chunky.  And guess what?? It’s ON SALE right now over at Loveknitting.com!!

I know EXACTLY what I want to make with it and will hopefully get it started this weekend!

In way of a review; a full one will be done once I start knitting with it, but what I can tell you right now, is it’s amazingly soft and the colour is very vibrant.

Stay tuned for more…

Diana

 

Not for me…

Diana Poirier

Well, I’m going to have to say this working everyday thing is REALLY cutting into my knitting time!! LOL!!

I usually can get a few rows in at night, but not much more than that!

I have to really try, though, in the next couple of weeks to get my project done for Paintbox Yarns! I told them I would have the pattern ready for mid August and I still have a whole other side of the garment to make, take the photos, and write the pattern! YIKES!!

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Here’s hoping tonight I can make a dent in it!

Happy knitting!

Diana

Sunday knitting & a baby blanket…

Diana Poirier

Hello everyone!

Since starting a new job recently, I don’t have nearly as much time as I used to to knit. 😦 So it’s turning out that Sundays are my knitting days.

Today I’ve started a baby blanket.

My husband’s co-worker is expecting a baby in October and since I  LOVE knitting baby blankets,  I thought I would knit one for him and his wife.

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They don’t know the gender of the baby, so I chose this beautiful green yarn by Caron as opposed to the standard gender neutral yellow.  I adore the vibrancy of this colour!

I got the idea for this blanket from one I saw on Pinterest.  I really liked it because the body of the blanket is knit on a diagonal.  If you would like to make one too, you can click here for the pattern.

Off to work on the blanket some more.  It’s a hot one today, so I’ll be staying indoors!

Happy knitting!

Diana

And the winner is…

Diana Poirier

I just want to say thank you, thank you, THANK YOU to everyone who voted for my pattern for the “Pattern of the Month” over at loveknitting.com!

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This month was a first for them, as it was a tie between my pattern and another one so I’m sharing the spot light!  But that’s o-kay!  I think the more winners, the better. 😉

Anyways, thank you again!

I always appreciate your support!

Diana