Tuesday, January 11, 2011

We have nothing 'round here if not a sense of humor!


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Originally uploaded by chrisrknits
Last year I made a hat for the DH using this nature graphic we affectionately know as the "fornicating reindeer chart." At that time K. said he just had to do a sweater. And bygosh bygolly this year he did! Hilarious and a big hit this holiday season.

For more fun with this chart, check out this link.

Monday, January 3, 2011

amimono2010bookcover


amimono2010bookcover
Originally uploaded by chrisrknits
This beautiful new publication from Helga Isager, daughter of Marianne Isager. I admire and adore the designs, although I don't particularly care for the uberthin models she chooses for her photo shoots.

This booklet includes some wonderful garments for children and we've added the luscious multicolor kid mohair used in the cover photo to our stock.

I've already started the great Chamomile shawl pattern using the Alpaca1 and Highland wool stranded together. Shawls will be the theme for the MKG's display at the Textile Center this spring. If I finish by February, I'll be putting this one on display.