January 11, 2009
Tangled Yoke
So last night I got busy. I wove in all the ends on Autumn Rose, and I finally pulled my finger out and sewed the buttons onto Tangled Yoke.
Yes, Tangled Yoke is finished! And the final verdict? I love it!
Specs:
Pattern: Tangled Yoke by Eunny Jang from Interweave Knits, Fall 2007
Size: 34"
Yarn: Grignasco Tango, Colour 322, 6 balls. I got lucky, and scored the yarn in a Ravelry destash, but I picked up two more balls from The Wool Inn to be on the safe side. I didn't need them, though.
Needles: 3.5mm (US4)
Mods: None.
A nice knit! The cable requires some attention, but it's fun. I love watching patterns emerge in my knitting, so I quite enjoyed the cable.
It appears that the Grignasco Tango is not an easy yarn to find. It appears to be exactly the same yarn as the recommended yarn, Rowan Felted Tweed. Both are 50% Wool, 25% Alpaca, 25% Viscose, both have 175m, (191yds) per ball. The Wool Inn at Penrith have a whole lot in stock, in some gorgeous colours, at around $AU8 a ball. Apart from that, a quick google search doesn't show up much. (Except that the yarn may actually be discontinued)
It's a little warm to wear it at this time of the year, but it'll be great when it gets cooler. The yarn is a little scratchy for against the skin wear, but not horrendously so.
Now it's back to work on another Eunny masterpiece, Autumn Rose.
Psst, did I mention that I love the cable?!?
Comments
Yes indeed, Tangled Yoke looks fabulous!
Love the colour too.
Posted by: Janette at January 11, 2009 09:25 PMI bet this sweater is the first to be worn when the weather is cold. Love it!
Posted by: Wool Winder at January 11, 2009 11:31 PMThat is beautiful love the cable and the tweedy yarn and color. Great job, as always.
Posted by: KSee at January 11, 2009 11:40 PMGorgeous!
Posted by: Cathy at January 12, 2009 12:11 AMYou look fabulous in it! Great color for you.
Posted by: Marika at January 12, 2009 03:29 AMBeautiful sweater Donna! The color looks fabulous on you too.
Posted by: Karen at January 12, 2009 05:28 AMThe colour is gorgeous, but the fit - the fit! - is amazing! Curves perfectly around you, well, curves :)
Looks like another one to add to my queue.
Posted by: Andrea at January 12, 2009 07:39 AMDonna it's fantastic!! The cable is very cool! Isn't it great how far that Tango goes. Now I really wish I'd bought some when Tapestry Craft sold their stock. Hmmm, maybe I'll have to visit Penrith!!
Posted by: RoseRed at January 12, 2009 07:41 AMGorgeous! I love the color and the cable too!
Posted by: Jeanne at January 12, 2009 08:23 AMGorgeous! I love the color and the cable too!
Posted by: Jeanne at January 12, 2009 08:23 AMLooks fantastic Donna! Thanks for the tip on the yarn - I was wondering what type of yarn to buy!!
Posted by: Lien at January 12, 2009 08:52 AMLovely cardi and the cable is gorgeous.
Posted by: Lynne at January 12, 2009 09:52 AMIt's beautiful! Love the color.
Posted by: Suzanne at January 12, 2009 10:21 AMAnother masterpiece Donna! Looks fab on you! :)
Posted by: Debi at January 12, 2009 10:33 AMwow. you did another fantastic job!!! i love it!!!! now you make me wanna knit one too!!
Posted by: Michelle at January 12, 2009 11:04 AMBeautiful! And it looks SO good on you!
Posted by: Janet at January 12, 2009 01:53 PMGorgeous Donna. You got great shots of the cable too. The light was just right to do it justice.
Posted by: Terri at January 12, 2009 02:38 PMtangled yoke is beautiful, and it looks gorgeous on you! i love the muted blue color.
Posted by: debbie at January 12, 2009 04:00 PMCongrats on such a wonderful cardi... looks fabulous on you. :)
The colour is gorgeous and it looks amazing - tangled yoke it such a great jumper, I've yet to see one that made someone look bad!
Posted by: Carie at January 12, 2009 06:50 PMOnly 6 balls? Skinny cow!
Looks gorgeous, you've done it again - congratulations!!
It looks gorgeous!
Posted by: Belinda at January 12, 2009 09:21 PMDonna, it looks great, and the color is amazing on you. Wonderful job!!
Posted by: CraftyGryphon at January 13, 2009 12:49 AMit's gorgeous Donna, and looks great on you!
Posted by: Vicki at January 13, 2009 07:16 AMGorgeous! And the sweater ain't half bad either! (hehehe). The sweater looks great. The yarn seems to be the same composition as Rowan Tweed. I've heard of the yarn before, but haven't ever seen it. It's a pity, as it seems like a good price and a bit cheaper than Rowan.
Posted by: Wanda at January 13, 2009 01:28 PMWow it looks fantastic,love the colour,well done!!
Posted by: cathy at January 14, 2009 03:07 PMBeautiful!!
and that opal 6ply is the biz for quick socks!
I have to knit Kim a pair - but I'm putting it off for a while!
Posted by: Tinkingbell at January 14, 2009 03:33 PMamazing! i love the colour!
Posted by: marti at January 14, 2009 04:50 PMI just love the colour, You have done an amazing job.
Posted by: Kylie at January 14, 2009 04:55 PMIt looks sensational Donna! And I love your understatement about it being a little hot to wear at the moment.
Posted by: nellie at January 17, 2009 05:30 PMIt looks gorgeous on you Donna. Perfect color too. I bet you will get a lot of wear from it during winter.
Posted by: sue at January 18, 2009 05:28 PMoh my - it is GORGEOUS!!!
I love it!
It's amazing. I can see why you are so happy with it. Just perfect on you and so beautifully knit. Great work on the yarn, too - great find.
Posted by: bells at January 11, 2009 09:07 PM