Ravelry: SereKnittyKnitter's Laura's Vernal Equinox

Happy to say that I've finished a sweater for myself.  It is a heavily modified version of the Equinox Raglan from The Best of Knitscene.

This link will take you to my project on Ravelry...


Ravelry: SereKnittyKnitter's Laura's Vernal Equinox

Here are some pictures to enjoy Right Now!  I was very happy to wear it today.  Yay!

I used Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock in Ribbon Candy, rather than a worsted weight as recommended for this sweater.  And, I added a modified feather and fan edging to the sleeves and bottom which I found in a Barbara Walker treasury.  Pleased with results.

Desolation of Smaug Shawl Mystery Knit-A-Long

My husband and I are great Tolkien fans.  It is one of our commonalities and loves which first attracted us to one another.  Our wedding was Lord of the Rings themed.  I baked lembas bread as favors.

Thus, a Tolkien themed knit has been in my thoughts for years.

Today, I've announced on Ravelry my first Mystery Knit-a-long, which will begin on July 1st, 2013, and continue for 6-8 weeks with a new clue released each week.  The shawl is titled The Desolation of Smaug in anticipation of the upcoming The Hobbit:  The Desolation of Smaug in December.