February 24, 2012
Still rufflin'
Still rufflin'. This week, it's the neck.
I've enjoyed the pace of this KAL for the past couple of weeks, because it's allowed me to work on other things. Like the little "Starr" jumper.
This was a quick one to work up!
Specs:
Pattern: Starr by Martin Storey from Rowan Miniature Classics
Yarn: Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino in 043, Purple, 2 balls.
Needles: 3mm and 3.25mm
Mods: None.
Knit exactly to the pattern. Pattern called for Rowan Cashsoft DK, but I used Baby Cashmerino, which claims to be a sportweight, but has similar yardage as the cashsoft, similar content, and knit up beautifully at a DK tension.
The pattern called for 3 balls for the smallest size, but I only used two. In saying that though, I was using the scraps from seaming to sew on the buttons. I used every single centimetre of both balls, so I'd probably recommend you get three, just in case.
The star on the front is cute.
All in all, a great, quick baby knit. Repeatable? I can definitely see myself doing it again! Next up?
Maybe back to the Hiccup socks, or poor neglected Camber again.
Posted by Donna at February 24, 2012 10:32 AMComments
That is a very cute little jumper! Can't believe it only uses 2 balls!
Posted by: RoseRed at February 25, 2012 05:49 PMThe ruffle looks great. Love that little jumper especially the eyelet edgings.
Posted by: Ann at February 27, 2012 01:56 PM
I love knitted ruffles - looking forward to seeing these finished. I think you've chosen a great colour combination, by the way.
Posted by: LynS at February 24, 2012 02:35 PM