Novelty Yarn
So I am still plodding on with the blanket. I'd put it to one side for the 'Summer' as I find knitting uncomfortable in hot weather. But we're having none of that here: It's cold and very, very wet so I've been inspired to pick it up again. And when I popped into John Lewis for lining fabric I spotted a sale in their yarn department.
I usually avoid novelty yarns as I prefer natural fibres and a smooth, clean look. But these had 50% off and I need some kind of excitement to keep my interest going in this extra-long term project. And they were the perfect colours.
(Rowan Holiday Samphir)
This one looks more like braid than yarn:
(Rowan Cotton Braid Degas)
I love the way they knit up:
The pink yarn looks so gnarled and tangled that I can barely make out the stitches.
The green looks like fisherman's rope.
So my passion for knitting is renewed!
On Thursday I am off to Barcelona for a few days to stay with my sister (do you think that in light of the recent terrorist activity I'll be allowed to take my knitting with me? I'd hate to have it confiscated). I want to take a good look at the Gaudi buildings and also spend a day lounging on the beach. But if anyone has any other suggestions they would be gratefully received!
I haven't forgotten about the apron draw, there's still time to enter by leaving a comment on the post below. I'll post the winner's name here on Thursday morning.
I would call the airport about your knitting. I can't imagine they would confiscate anything but the needles, but you never know. Have a safe trip!
I sent your postcard off today, by the way!
Posted by: sarah | July 03, 2007 at 08:06 PM
Have a great trip - hope you are less delayed than hubby, who is stranded in Munich trying to get home and has been for the last 7 hours...
Posted by: Ali | July 03, 2007 at 10:19 PM
I've all but given up with my granny squares too and my mum has started me on patchwork now! My aim in life is to finish just one thing! Great colours - the pink reminds me of those lovely plush baby sheets!
Posted by: Ruth | July 03, 2007 at 11:46 PM
Oh forgot to say... what about taking plastic knitting needles?
Posted by: Ruth | July 03, 2007 at 11:47 PM
Barecelona??? YIPPEEE!!! I love your knitting, but not sure if it would get scrapped in the airport... Hmm, maybe not risk it????xoxoxo
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | July 05, 2007 at 02:13 AM
Enjoy Barcelona, we went 2 years ago and loved it, we did lots and lots of Gaudi and the Camper shoe shop was fab too!!
Posted by: sal | July 09, 2007 at 07:56 PM