tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-268038352024-03-13T12:46:28.556-04:00Canary Knitsbold design for smart women Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1293125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-25110629766100589662017-01-28T18:26:00.001-05:002017-01-28T18:26:08.661-05:00New WebsiteHey everyone,<br />
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End of an era!<br />
I've moved <a href="https://canaryknits.com/">Canary Knits HQ over to wordpress</a>; find EVERYTHING there from 2017 onward.<br />
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I plan to keep this blogspot site up; it contains ten whole years of information, conversation, and memories.<br />
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Cheers, and I hope to see you all over on <a href="https://canaryknits.com/">the new site</a>!<br />
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TeresaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-2823744134836381612016-10-31T15:54:00.001-04:002016-10-31T15:54:38.242-04:00#PinGame<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pingame">#PinGame</a><br />
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I love to design versatile patterns that fit well into my life and make it easier. I am also a fan of buying lovely, precious skeins of yarn. I have quite a collection of them!<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pingame">#PinGame</a> was inspired by one such precious skeins of yarn, a small, 25 g ball of <a href="http://www.trendsetteryarns.com/rd_cardclassicspecs.asp">Cardiff Cashmere</a>. The design was also inspired by my love of pretty pins and gift-giving. This small neckerchief uses exactly one ball of Cardiff Cashmere, so it's perfect to knit for a special someone as a last-minute gift (or yourself, of course!). The softness of the cashmere means this is a wee bit of luxury you can quickly and easily create, with an understated, classy look that is appealing to all ages!<br />
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You get<b> three choices of shape </b>for your neckerchief in #PinGame all created with simplicity in mind. I want this to be a<b> chill-out knit</b>, something you can <b>create on the go</b>; something that will use a <b>small amount of precious yarn</b>; and something that will be perfect for whipping out a <b>last-minute gift</b> for someone! <br />
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The <b>Diamond </b>is a shape that really does best with a complementary pin. Fold it in half and wrap it around your neck, securing it with a pin. This double layer, up close to your skin, is soft and especially warm.<br />
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The <b>Triangle </b>shape is like a traditional shawl; it has a bit more length than the Diamond, and so can drape more loosely around your neck. It's still best to wear with your favourite pin!<br />
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And the <b>Crescent </b>shape is the longest, but shallowest, of the shapes. This neckercheif can wrap around and drape over your shoulders. Pins are optional!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-41695459680214944982016-04-22T08:00:00.000-04:002016-04-28T00:17:10.682-04:00TPCT: Tester Testimonials!<span style="font-size: large;">Get your copy of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tpct">TPCT</a>.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Join the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/canary-knits/topics/3411719">KAL</a>! It starts <b>TODAY</b>!</span><br />
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There were a grand total of fifteen kind, talented, and dedicated test knitters who worked up their own TPCTs. I want to share with you their fantastic FOs and their thoughts about this pattern. <br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/noirbettie">Annika</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/noirbettie/tpct">Annika's TPCT</a><br />
pssst: <a href="http://noirbettie.com/blog/?p=12734">Check out Annika's fantastic blog post</a>, where she pairs her TPCT with a bunch of great sewing patterns to create whole hand made outfits! <br />
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<i>Testimonial</i><br />
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I added short rows so I could make a smaller size because my waist and
shoulders are much smaller than my full bust. Customizing was easy and
intuitive. The only change I am likely to make for future TCPTs is
slightly lengthening the waist ribbing, just for my comfort. I have a 40” high bust measurement and 44” full bust (I wear a 36G/H bra), and I knitted the size 41.</blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/LauraLish">LauraLish</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/LauraLish/tpct---modified-test-knit">Laura's TPCT</a> <br />
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<i>Testimonial</i> <br />
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This was an easy, enjoyable, and quick knit!
It would perfect for a first sweater project, but by taking advantage
of the mods available even the most seasoned knitter could get a kick
out this one.<br />
I’m loving the yarn I chose, Miss Babs Yummy 2-Ply. It worked
perfectly and the variegated colorway, Surprise, was exciting to see
knitted up.<br />
This top is great when styled with a pencil skirt for a night out.
You could also wear it over a spaghetti-strapped dress for the office.
For a more casual look, you could wear it with a pair of loose fitting
boyfriend jeans and show some tum :)</blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/KnidiotSavant1">Sheila</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/KnidiotSavant1/tpct">Sheila's TPCT</a><br />
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Sheila used a self-patterning yarn. Look how cool it turned out! This sort of yarn would be a great way to get a complex look with just a simple stockinette stitch.<br />
Also note the extra sleeve length Sheila added. I REALLY like the way the self-patterning yarn looks on her sleeves.<br />
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<i>Testimonial</i> <br />
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I must say that when I followed the pattern correctly on my second
try with the right type of yarn suggested in the pattern I was very
happy with how this TCPT worked up.<br />
Considering it’s the first (& 2nd) time I’ve ever done an actual
article of clothing, I’d say the designer did a bang up job and I am now
much less afraid to forge ahead with grown up clothing!<br />
I can’t thank canarysantuary enough for letting me participate in
this test knit, and I seriously believe if I can do it, anyone can…. The
pattern has so many options to make this cropped top whatever way your
comfortable knitting, whether you prefer top down or bottom up, long or
short sleeves, and clear instructions on where you can throw in your own
designs or alterations!</blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/kriss77">kriss77</a><br />
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<i>Testimonial </i><br />
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The TPCT is a great little number. Easy to follow
instructions and a quick knit. I actually knit mine while traveling
overseas. Being a crop top means less yarn to carry around. My top ended
up being slouchy because my gauge differed from the swatch. I love it
though. It still works as a short top with high waisted skirts but also
with shorts and jeans with a tiny bit of skin showing. Or I wear it over
a dress instead of a cardigan. <br />
There will be more of those in my
knitting future - the next one in correct gauge for a different look.
This is a versatile pattern that can be worn in lots if different
situations.</blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/reagananne">Reagan </a><br />
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Reagan stash busted with a stripey TPCT. She mentioned she would've liked to make the sleeves longer, but ran out of yarn for this option.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Caite">Caite</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/Caite/tpct">Caite's TPCT </a><br />
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<i>Testimonial</i><br />
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I really wanted to knit canary sanctuary’s TPCT because I followed her
on instagram and everytime she would post a finished top I knew it was
something I would wear. She styled it with cute skirts and that appealed
to me as that’s something I wear a lot of in the warm weather.<br />
I
jumped all over test knitting it for her, I did the top down version in a
bamboo silk. My problem was knitting it in the dead of winter and not
being able to wear it for a long time. I decided to wear it one day over
a tank top and with a cardigan. I just buttoned the cardigan a bit so
you couldn’t tell it was cropped. I love it I’ve worn it that way a few
times waiting on warm weather.<br />
I would knit this top again and again.</blockquote>
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/angelaalgae">Angie</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/angelaalgae/tpct">Angie's TPCT</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/mesoarty">Becky</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/mesoarty/tpct">Becky's TPCT</a><br />
Becky was a very enthusiastic tester! She's made up 4 TPCTs so far, each with a new mod. Linked above is one of her colourwork TPCTs, where she worked a lovely fair isle pattern around the yoke as well as across the body. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-19072455425119222032016-04-21T08:00:00.000-04:002016-04-28T00:16:09.117-04:00TPCT: Modification OptionsGet your copy of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tpct">TPCT.</a><br />
Join the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/canary-knits/topics/3411719">KAL</a>!<br />
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TPCT is designed to be modified.<br />
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I wanted to give knitters the ability to do exactly what they want with this pattern. The pattern includes:<br />
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<li>elbow length sleeve option</li>
<li>blank yoke charts for your own cable/lace/colourwork</li>
<li>top down AND bottom up instructions</li>
<li>centre front bust shaping </li>
<li>notes on lengthening the body</li>
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I made a total of eleven TPCT samples. Here below is a bit of info on the ways I made my own modified TPCTs.<br />
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<b>Elbow Length Sleeves</b><br />
Not everyone likes capped sleeves! The elbow length sleeve instructions included work with both the bottom up and top down constructions.<br />
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<b>Bust Shaping</b><br />
The pattern as written includes bust shaping with two different options: either in two sections across the front, or gathered together in the front centre. Both are pretty, and relatively minor. Both options for front bust shaping happens on just one row about 1" above the ribbing. This photo shows you the two sections option.<br />
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<b>Colourwork</b><br />
As you can see from this photo, I didn't consider the pattern-breaking-up effects of a variegated yarn! I think it looks lovely nonetheless. All I did was use the blank TPCT yoke chart for my own size and work this stranded colourwork along and around the whole yoke. <br />
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In THIS sample, you can see that I went a bit wild with the colourwork, extending it down from the yoke all the way around the body. This is a very simple step to make, because the shaping that happens around the body section is minimal and easy to either ignore or account for in your colourwork. Join the TPCT <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/canary-knits/topics/3411719">KAL</a> and share your ideas and get support for YOUR own colourwork! <br />
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<b>Cables</b><br />
I went very light on the cables here; it's really more of a play in texture. But it gives you an idea as to how you can insert cables and the possible looks you can get with the blank yoke charts.<br />
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And possibly my favourite option... <b>Getting the Yarn to work for YOU</b><br />
I did a couple of TPCTs where I got a cool ombre effect simply because of the yarn I used. This one you see below was from a gradient kit I picked up several Rhinebecks ago from Fiber Optics. <br />
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And this TPCT is much more stripey than the gradient one you see above. Stripes are fun! You can achieve lots of cool looks for your TPCT by just relying on a <b>gradient kit</b>, <b>ombre yarn</b>, <b>selection of fun colours</b>, embrace the <b>speckled yarn</b> trend, or even just use a <b>self-striping yarn</b>.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-39506818169573754982016-04-20T08:00:00.000-04:002016-04-28T00:15:01.279-04:00TPCT: Tips and Ideas on StylingGet your copy of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tpct">TPCT.</a><br />
Join the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/canary-knits/topics/3411719">KAL</a>!<br />
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I made a grand total of eleven TPCTs for myself. I found the simplicity and modification ability of this pattern to lend itself to multiples.<br />
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And along the way, I discovered how versatile a crop top can be. Here's a few ideas on how you can style your own TPCT.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-8228273365381228182016-04-19T08:00:00.000-04:002016-04-28T00:13:18.887-04:00TPCT: Selecting Yarn + Yarn SubstitutionsGet your copy of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tpct">TPCT</a>.<br />
Join the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/canary-knits/topics/3411719">KAL</a>!<br />
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TPCT's yarn info is deliberately focussed on gauge and yardage:<br />
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</b>Any that is approximately a heavy fingering weight that will give you the proper gauge, preferred fibre content is 50%+ wool, approx 122 (195, 205, 222, 236) 256, 274, 296, 312 grams<br />
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I wanted knitters to be able to easily dive into their stash and grab gauge-matching leftovers. Because this is a smaller-than-normal sweater, you'll be using much less yarn than you're used to for a garment, making TPCT a good option for an economical knitter!<br />
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But you might be wondering: a crop top in WOOL?<br />
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Let's talk a bit about different fibre options and what they can do for your TPCT.<br />
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<b>WOOL</b><br />
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The first TPCT I knit was in a nice, sturdy 100% wool. The characteristics of this fibre are:<br />
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<li>great elasticity; will hold its shape well and the ribbing will be tidy and remain so </li>
<li>keeping you warm; wool is great at retaining warmth</li>
<li>stitch definition; the particular yarn I picked shows the kfb increases across the yoke very clearly</li>
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A wool crop top is a great option; there's a wide selection of yarn in this gauge and fibre. It'll be easy to find really fun yarns/colours and will open many options for you.<br />
We'll talk in more depth about styling your TPCT tomorrow, but a quick FYI: crop tops CAN be a season-crossing garment. They are great for layering under or over other clothing. As you can see in this photo, I'm wearing this crop top over one of my favourite dresses.<br />
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Yes, I did knit a TPCT in cashmere. This was a precious skein I had in the deep stash for years. I love this TPCT because the cashmere makes it feel soooo nice, but there are certain ramifications to picking a yarn with a fibre base (either 100% or a blend) like this:<br />
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<li>cashmere will feel reaaaally good next to your skin</li>
<li>it makes for a very lightweight TPCT</li>
<li>this fibre is NOT good with elasticisty: take a look at the photo and you'll see that the ribbing is not tidy and snug against my body, and the stitch definition isn't great either </li>
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All those things don't make this a <i>bad</i> option, just a different one. As long as you're alright with the stretching that will happen with a non-elastic fibre like cashmere, then it makes for a great TPCT!<br />
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<b>ANGORA</b><br />
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<li>the angora, like the cashmere, isn't great with elastic memory. That means the ribbing ends up being more decorative than function ie: after a few wears, it began to hover out, away from my body</li>
<li>it has a verrrry pretty halo; it creates a nice textural effect</li>
<li>it's WARM; I wore this TPCT all through the winter, and to be honest, I'm not sure I can imagine wearing a full length angora sweater even in the deepest winter! It would just be too hot!</li>
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Another thing this particular TPCT sample is great for is showing you how you can combine stash yarns of different fibre bases AS LONG AS they give you the same gauge. I'd still suggest being cognizant of the characteristics and behaviours of the fibres you're combining. See Clara Parkes' <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Knitters-Book-Yarn-Ultimate-Choosing/dp/0307352161/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1460658967&sr=8-1&keywords=the+knitters+book+of+yarn">The Knitter's Book of Yarn</a> for a thorough fibre run down.<br />
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The photo you see here is a bit of a blend of yarns and fibres. The white yarn MC is a silk/wool combo. Making a TPCT in this fibre mix has shown me:<br />
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<li>silk has a nice drape; a silk/silk blend yarn will wrap around your body differently than a straight up wool yarn. Note how the outline of my undergarment is visible with this silk blend yarn</li>
<li>silk has a lovely sheen; I'm not sure how well you can see that in this pic, but the yarn almost shines, it's lovely</li>
<li>if there's a lot of silk in your yarn, it will affect the elastic memory of your TPCT (which means it might stretch out and the ribbing will eventually stop sitting super close to your body)</li>
<li>silk will also be a lighter-weight option (both literally and thermally!); silk will keep you cooler than an animal-based fibre </li>
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Again, all these things don't make silk or a silk blend a bad option for a TPCT, just a different one! You might want some of these characteristics in your TPCT. Don't let the fibre content dissuade you.<br />
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<b>COTTON</b><br />
I have not knit a cotton or cotton blend version of TPCT, but that doesn't mean that you can't! Some characteristics of cotton to keep in mind:<br />
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<li>this fibre isn't great at elastic memory; that means it will stretch out after use (kind of like a pair of jeans). There exists out there on the internet certain options and suggestions for snapping the cotton back to its original shape. I have not tested these. If you are relying on this, I'd suggest making a gauge swatch and treating it the same way you'd treat your TPCT to see how it'll behave.</li>
<li>cotton is great for warm weather </li>
<li>maybe look for a cotton and elastic blend yarn; that'll give you the best of both worlds </li>
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Cotton will give you a really great warm weather TPCT, as long as you're cool with its lack of elastic memory. I'd heavily suggest testing your cotton by making a gauge swatch (including ribbing). Measure it. Toss it in your bag and carry it around for a few days. See what happens! It may stretch out, and that might be exactly what you're looking for!<br />
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Have other questions about different fibres? Please ask away! I do recommend going to the fantastic source that is Clara Parkes' <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Knitters-Book-Yarn-Ultimate-Choosing/dp/0307352161/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1460658967&sr=8-1&keywords=the+knitters+book+of+yarn">The Knitter's Book of Yarn</a>. It'll give you great insight into the behaviour of fibre, and allow you to make an informed choice about your yarn for TPCT, and all other fibre options in your knitting future!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-41790877135937023842016-04-18T08:00:00.000-04:002016-04-18T08:00:02.607-04:00TPCT: Crop Top Love<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Making and wearing crop tops is a small way I embrace <b>body positivity</b>
for myself. I feel so great that I'm not allowing repressive
cultural standards to keep me from making and wearing something I want
to. Even though for a long time there was a horrible judgey voice in my head that told me I couldn't wear that. I'd look gross. It looks great on OTHER people, but not me because of X, Y, and Z flaws.<br />
One day about a year ago I decided I'd had enough of letting that mean girl voice in my head dictate what I wore. I WANT to make and wear crop tops, and so I shall. I quashed that mean voice. I embraced my body as it is now. <br />
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What I REALLY hope is that I can encourage other people to do the
same. When people say “oh, I can’t wear that! It’s a crop top!” I feel a
sadness. Why <i>can’t</i> they? If they really want to?<br />
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So I designed TPCT to be accessible to newer as well as more experienced knitters. I made sure that I included a whole bunch of modification options so you can make it look as YOU as possible.<br />
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I included blank charts for yoke modifications, the option for different bust shaping, notes on where you can lengthen the top, and instructions for elbow length sleeves.<br />
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You can pick up TPCT here.<br />
And if you're thinking of knitting it up, please join the KAL. You'll find a great community of knitters and support, and I'll be there to help you with any mod ideas you have.<br />
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Stay tuned the rest of this week here on the blog for TPCT Week! We'll be talking about:<br />
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<li>selecting yarn and yarn substitutions </li>
<li>tips and ideas on styling </li>
<li>modification options </li>
<li>and you'll hear testimonials from some testers about their TPCT experience </li>
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All leading up to the launch of the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/canary-knits/3411719">KAL</a> on Friday.<br />
Hope to see you there! Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-63706540521802113142016-04-14T13:50:00.003-04:002016-04-14T13:50:22.514-04:00Introducing TPCT<div style="text-align: center;">
Sixteen months in the making.</div>
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One PERFECT CROP TOP.</div>
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This pattern is designed for <b>customization</b>.<br />
This pattern is designed for <b>new </b>and <b>experienced </b>knitters.<br />
This pattern is designed to <b>give YOU the power to make YOUR perfect dream crop top</b>.<br />
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TPCT comes with instructions for both top down and bottom up construction. It's worked in the round, and allows for a number of modification options including:<br />
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<li>centre front decreases</li>
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TPCT is ideal for stash busting, using up leftover hanks of yarn and producing a versatile FO for you.<br />
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Stay tuned here on the blog next week for <b>TPCT Week</b>! We'll talk about:<br />
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<li>selecting yarn and yarn substitutions</li>
<li>tips and ideas on styling</li>
<li>modification options</li>
<li>and you'll hear testimonials from some testers about their TPCT experience</li>
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See you next week!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-3781312466586707462016-04-07T08:00:00.000-04:002016-04-07T08:00:14.046-04:00Geo Delight: Shrug-i-fiedI love shrugs. They're the perfect little thing to throw on over a work blouse or dress, and can be a unifying element for the whole outfit. They're also fantastic for knitters because they're generally pretty small and quick to knit. They don't take up loads of yarn, but they do give you the opportunity to make something interesting with shape, textures, and the opportunity to play with colour and techniques and possibly learn something new to add to your knitting knowledge.<br />
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Ever since I first designed <b><a href="http://www.hollaknits.com/blog/store/products/geo-delight-knitting-pattern-by-teresa-gregorio/">Geo Delight</a> </b>about 2 years ago I thought it would be cool to crop it up from a full-on vest to a shrug. Fortunately, this is a pretty easy mod to do! Instructions are below.<br />
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<b>YARN REQUIREMENTS</b><br />
You will need approx HALF the amount of MC yarn called for in the pattern as per the Knit Picks yarn.<br />
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<b>SIZE</b><br />
I knit the smallest size, but that is because I wanted a closer fit. For my full-size Geo Delight, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/canarysanctuary/geo-delight">I knit the second smallest size</a>.<br />
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<b>Provisionally CO</b> 135 (157, 175, 191, 211, 225, 241) sts - 27 (33, 37, 40, 46, 49, 53) each side and 81 (91, 101, 111, 119, 127, 135) for the back.<br /><b>Place markers</b> at the sides as per numbers above.<br /><br />Work your Geo Delight Shrug the <b>same as the pattern</b> beginning at the Colourwork establishing row.<br />
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<b>NOTE</b>: I did not (as you see above) work the colourwork, but if you choose to, it fits perfect on the shrug-i-fied version.<br /><b>NOTE</b>: your numbers for picked up sts along edges will change, but the general instructions to pick up 4 of every 5 along the vertical edges remains true.<br /><b>NOTE</b>: your numbers for the BOTTOM EDGE ribbing will change as well, as per the provisionally CO numbers.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-32825517290757940972016-04-05T08:00:00.000-04:002016-04-05T08:00:13.382-04:00Geo Delight SALE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.hollaknits.com/blog/store/products/geo-delight-knitting-pattern-by-teresa-gregorio/">Geo Delight</a> is on sale for <b>50% off</b> this week only!<br />
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And stay tuned later this week for details on a <b>cool mod</b> to turn Geo Delight into a shrug.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-17579936290257046272016-03-21T08:00:00.000-04:002016-03-21T08:00:05.109-04:00What's Going OnHi everyone,<br />
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I've been buzzing around with a near constant design schedule these days. It's fun and very exciting, but has eaten into my blogging and podcasting time like wild. I will continue to do both of these, just with a pretty drastically truncated frequency for the next few months.<br />
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I wanted to pop on here and let you all know <b>the faster way to follow my exploits and keep updated</b> on what's happening is to <b>follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/canaryknits/">Instagram</a></b> and/or <b><a href="https://twitter.com/canarysanctuary">Twitter</a></b>.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-85811972854438092552016-02-10T16:22:00.000-05:002016-02-10T16:23:37.643-05:00Great Nothern KAL: From Another Place CompleteHooray! I've completed my own knit of Leah Coccari-Swift's <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/from-another-place-crop-top">From Another Place Crop Top</a>.<br />
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This is one of the sweaters you can <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/from-another-place-crop-top">currently download</a>, and will be available in the final print and digital copy of <a href="http://greatnorthernknits.com/">Great Northern</a>.<br />
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For <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/canarysanctuary/from-another-place-crop-top">my own</a> From Another Place top, I substituted a lighter weight yarn which meant I had some gauge math to do!<br />
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After I figured out the basic measurements I needed and mu own gauge, I matched those up with the closest size in the pattern that would give me those numbers.<br />
That ended up being 4 sizes larger than I would have knit!<br />
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The yarn I used was Anzula's Dreamy, a lovely soft blend of yarn (and some stash diving success! This was some remnants from my Drift's Ridge sweater!)<br />
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I ran out of the contrasting colour near the very bottom, and so the ribbing there is about 1" shorter than written in the pattern. Which works out ok for me, since I'm shorter than the average bear, and my backwaist length is more like 15" than 16" (which is the standard for sizing).<br />
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Fun Fact: I'm standing in front of Liuna Station in Hamilton. This is the train station they blow up in the first <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNTbvDUzgGU">X-Men movie</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-50941605578892168342016-02-04T15:38:00.004-05:002016-02-04T15:38:45.498-05:00#GreatNorthernKAL: Cherry Pie VideoI thought it would be good to create some helpful tips and tutorials videos for my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/great-northern">Great Northern</a> patterns. First up is <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cherry-pie-10">Cherry Pie</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cherry-pie-10">Cherry Pie</a> is a cozy colourwork sweater that includes a sewn zipper. Never installed a zipper before? No need to fear!<br />
This is the first video in a set I'll be doing about selecting and installing a zipper into <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cherry-pie-10">Cherry Pie</a> (and really, you can use these tips for nearly any zipper install).<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-5748358600079409392016-02-03T15:12:00.000-05:002016-02-03T15:12:47.433-05:00Happy February; Happy KAL Day!It's February!<br />
Along with the pleasure of getting a new image to decorate my kitchen for the next 29 days, I'll be hosting THREE wonderful KALs over the coming weeks.<br />
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<b>CHERRY PIE</b><br />
Come one, come all to the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/great-northern/3355545">inaugural KAL</a> for Great Northern! Leah and I are knitting each other's patterns and helping to guide others with KALs for Cherry Pie and From Another Place over the next 6 weeks.<br />
I'll be posting tips and tricks for each week's goals every Monday.<br />
Don't have your copy of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cherry-pie-10">Cherry Pie</a> yet? Pick it up for just $6!<br />
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<b>BOMBSHELL SHORTS</b><br />
Happily, there's also a grand KAL for Holla Knits! All patterns are included, but I'm hosting two specifically. <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/holla-knits/3354862">Bombshell shorts</a> are the pattern that first got me hooked on Holla Knits, and if you can believe it, I've never even knit them before!<br />
So this is my golden opportunity: get a super cool FO and spend time with you fellow cool kids and knit up some pretty cabled shorts.<br />
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<b>LADY BAT</b><br />
Spring's almost here, and Lady Bat is a great addition to your warm weather wardrobe! There's so many great FOs of this pattern you can see on Rav, I'm sure I don't have to do much chatting here to convince you that it's a great knit.<br />
Join us in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/holla-knits/3354866/">the KAL</a>!<br />
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Exciting news!<br />
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<a href="http://rubysubmarine.blogspot.ca/2016/01/the-first-great-northern-kal.html">Leah</a> and I have finished the first two sweaters from Great Northern, and they are now available for download (all Great Northern backers with $18+ contribution levels will be getting both of these for free!)<br />
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I've designed <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cherry-pie-10"><b>Cherry Pie</b></a>, a long-sleeved, simple colourwork-yoked zippered sweater with pretty increase and decrease shaping.<br />
Leah has designed a sweater with TWO options! <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/from-another-place"><b>From Another Place</b></a> has both a long-sleeved, full length version and a short-sleeved, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/from-another-place-crop-top"><b>cropped</b></a> version.<br />
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These patterns are now available for digital download for $6 each.<br />
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We'll be hosting <b>KAL</b>s for both these sweaters from <b>February 1 - March 14</b>.<br />
This 6 week KAL will give you the opportunity to knit these sweaters with guidance, company, and the possibility of prizes!<br />
Sound good?<br />
Hop on over to the Great Northern Ravelry group for <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/great-northern/3355548/">From Another Place</a> and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/great-northern/3355545/">Cherry Pie</a> KALs.<br />
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<br /><span style="font-size: large;">Interested? Head on over to the<b> <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-testing-pool/topics/3338013">Testing Pool on Ravelry</a>. </b></span><br />
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Psst: wondering what TPCT stands for? It's THE PERFECT CROP TOP, of course!<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-53423052940650972212015-12-16T08:00:00.000-05:002015-12-16T08:00:05.198-05:00Crickets here, Crickets there, but certainly not Crickets everywhere!I wanted to jump on the blog here to give you all an update.<br />
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It's been cricket town here on the blog; I've been pouring my time into a few projects.<br />
First up, there's my dreamy dream perfect Crop Top pattern that I'm hoping to have ready for you all in the Spring. Test knitting opportunities for this are coming soon (join the <a href="http://canaryknits.us4.list-manage1.com/subscribe?u=332b4ffc4815750885b31bba2&id=f5a3586ba6">Canary Knits mailing list</a> to get notified of this).<br />
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There's also a cool collab I'm working on with the fantastic <a href="http://www.thesweatshopoflove.com/">Allyson Dykhuizen</a>, Lace Explodes.<br />
The idea behind this collection is lace for people who are sick of the same old same old. Lace, done with a BLAMO!! Here's a sneak peek of one of the designs I'm creating for this ebook.<br />
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And finally, I'm having a blast working on <a href="http://greatnorthernknits.com/">Great Northern</a> with <a href="http://rubysubmarine.com/">Leah</a>! I'll be keeping <i>most</i> of the Great Northern news on the <a href="http://greatnorthernknits.com/">Great Northern site</a>; tune in there and to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/canaryknits/">my instagram feed</a> for the latest news!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-64029781059485806502015-12-12T13:53:00.001-05:002015-12-12T13:53:18.203-05:00Happy Holidays!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I'm feeling busy right about now. How about you?<br />
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I went out last night to celebrate my mom's birthday. We had a lovely
dinner, and then took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather to take
a stroll and do some indulgent shopping.<br />
Picking up that special little treat for myself felt great. It inspired
me to give a little something to YOU all (so you can give YOURSELF a
little treat too!)<br />
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Now through December 31 NEWSLETTER MEMBERS get <strong>50% off </strong>patterns or ebooks* in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/stores/canary-knits-designs" style="color: #336699; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">my Ravelry shop</a>.<br />
TREAT YOURSELF!<br />
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<span style="font-size: 17px;"><span style="font-family: georgia,times,times new roman,serif;"><em>Wishing you and all your loved ones a wonderful holiday season</em></span></span>.<br />
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Designer: Lucy Hague<br />
Blog: <a href="http://lucyhague.co.uk/">Designs by Lucy Hague</a><br />
Rav ID: <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/lucyhague">lucyhague</a><br />
Some Great Designs: <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/lucy-hague">lucyhague's Rav Designer Page</a><br />
Original Indie Designer Post: <a href="http://www.canaryknits.com/2011/08/indie-designer-day_12.html">August 10, 2011</a><br />
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In her original profile, I talked a bit about Lucy Hague's lovely organic forms.<br />
She's continued this aesthetic, and displayed a particular strength with a beautiful riot of cables.<br />
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Here's just three of my favourites.<br />
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The pictured <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/morvarch">Morvarch</a> speaks for itself. Diving in and out in such intricate ways, the cables on this complex wraps just might be the most interesting and attractive ones I've ever seen. Morvarch is part of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/celtic-cable-shawls">Celtic Cable Shawls</a>.<br />
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One of her most recent patterns is the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/fallyn-cardigan">Fallyn Cardigan</a>, published in Knit Now. Cables are a little more understated on this piece, but still present; decorating the edges of the front panels and neckline.<br />
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And I hope you've seen her cabled cowl from Knitty 2012, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nennir">Nennir</a>. This pattern in particular seems to show off the stark contrasts of bright and shadow that you get with a really great cable. Need something (and impressive?) for the holidays? This knit might just be it.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-7345219915835530972015-11-18T07:00:00.000-05:002015-11-18T07:00:11.202-05:00Indie Designer Days and RevisitsLovely readers,<br />
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It's been seven and a half years since I begun writing indie designer day posts. I can't believe it! It certainly doesn't feel like it's been that long. The <a href="http://www.canaryknits.com/2008/08/indie-designer-day.html">first IDD</a> post was Kai Mistry, in August of 2008. At the top of that post I explained this new series:<br />
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<span style="font-size: 100%;"><i>This is the first in an ongoing, weekly
"featurette" wherein I'll profile a favourite indie designer and why
they're great. There's an incredible abundance of creativity and talent
on these interwebs, and I've discovered a lot of it by happy accident.
I'd like to give some knit-love to these people, and share with any and
all who read this here bloggy.</i></span><br />
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I've really loved writing these posts. Over the years, it introduced me to many kind, talented people. It provided me with the inspiration to keep designing. And I hope it shared more about these wonderful people with you all.<br />
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Because I'd been writing these IDD posts for so long, I was able to see some of those "new" designers develop their portfolio and gain greater attention in our community; they accomplished great things, and I wanted to revisited them and share their hard work. That's when I started the Indie Designer Revisit posts; the first <a href="http://www.canaryknits.com/2011/01/indie-designer-revisited.html">IDR post</a> was way back in January 2011 with The Yarniad.<br />
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Writing these posts takes quite a lot of time. I search through various indie designer groups on Ravelry for eye catching designs. I always contact the designer to ask permission. I look at their whole portfolio, discover their style and interests. I choose a few specific patterns that I think really encapsulate their aesthetic. I select one in particular to highlight in a photograph. And then I finally write the post. <br />
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I do love IDD and IDR, but with the recent success of the Great Northern kickstarter, I've become much shorter on time. Producing Great Northern will take the majority of my design time over the next year, so I've made the decision to put the IDD and IDR posts on hold.<br />
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There's an IDR post lined up for November. That will be the last one for a while.<br />
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Never fear: you can still access a list of all the <a href="http://www.canaryknits.com/p/indie-designer-profiles.html">IDD</a> and <a href="http://www.canaryknits.com/p/indie-designers-revisited.html">IDR</a> posts.<br />
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Thank you to everyone for your support of this feature over the years! I know it's been a favourite of yours, and I'm so pleased to have produced something that has been enjoyed by this wonderful community of ours!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-27843369795657687002015-11-10T08:00:00.000-05:002015-11-10T08:00:06.179-05:00Cozy Fall Light: Styling!It's November! NaNoSweMo! (essentially, knit-yourself-a-sweater-month).<br />
This post will be light on words, heavy on pictures. I've got a few NoNoSweMo suggestions for you, and some idea on how to style them!<br />
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All patterns are available individually, or together as the three pattern ebook, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/cozy-fall-light">Cozy Fall Light</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/carlee">Carlee</a></div>
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Kirsten Singer</div>
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Casual and Office styling for Carlee</div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/midnight-stroll-cardigan">Midnight Stroll Cardigan</a></div>
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Holly Priestley </div>
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Casual (dog walking!) and work place styling for Midnight Stroll</div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/kat-4">Kat</a></div>
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Teresa Gregorio</div>
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Casual and "night out" styling for Kat (as you see, I've infused a lotta ME in these two stylings!)</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-55870909534359122172015-11-09T08:00:00.000-05:002015-11-09T08:00:02.507-05:00Great Northern: One Month in from Kickstarter Success<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://rubysubmarine.blogspot.ca/2015/11/post-kickstarter-fugue-state.html">Leah</a> and I have finally made it back to normal after the excitement of the <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/967609899/great-northern-knitting-patterns-inspired-by-twin">Kickstarter</a>.<br />
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We want to keep you all updated on a regular basis; so this is the first in a set of updates we're going to be giving you here on the blog.<br />
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So, what have we done in the month that's passed since we've been funded?<br />
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<li>as soon as the funds were successfully deposited into our account (which took about 14 days), we began contacting backers to arrange reward delivery; 85% of backers have either been contacted or received their rewards. If you haven't heard from us yet, don't worry! We're working our way through the list! :)</li>
<li>we'll be delivering our first sweater patterns to our tech editor this week</li>
<li>there's a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/great-northern/3264174/">test knit</a> happening for the first of the houseware designs</li>
<li>we're both in the midst of our second sweater designs for the book </li>
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thinking about developing a mod for her "From Another Place" sweater!
(It's seeeeeecret! But here's a hint: Teresa is super excited about it!)</li>
<li>We've had an influx of members to the <a data-mce-href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/great-northern" href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/great-northern">Great Northern Ravelry Group</a>! Welcome, everyone! Hope to see you there, too!</li>
<li>The fantastic <a data-mce-href="http://csdye.com/" href="http://csdye.com/">CSDye</a> has been added to our list of wonderful yarn support providers.</li>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-2929656193858959112015-11-05T07:00:00.000-05:002015-11-05T07:00:03.434-05:00Shoulder Pads and Phospho GlowIn this Shoulder Pad post, you will find:<br />
1: why to use them<br />
2: how to make them<br />
3: how to add them to the pattern <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/phospho-glow">Phospho Glow</a><br />
4: further reading<br />
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<b>Shoulder Pads?! But <span style="font-size: large;">WHY</span>!? </b></div>
I've been overheard to proclaim that there's nearly nothing I dislike more than shoulder pads.<br />
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And to be honest, I'm not sure why I've had that knee-jerk reaction. <br />
It's not an uncommon one, though: a quick perusal of shoulder pad opinion on Ravelry produces buckets of scorn for this stylistic choice.<br />
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Shoulder pads, though, are like many things in life: not for everyone, most certainly for someone, and great in moderation.<br />
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If you do a bit of research into the proper fit of clothing (from the sewing and knitting world alike), you'll see that <b>a good fit in the shoulders is very important</b> to the overall look of the garment.<br />
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And as I've been sewing a bit more lately, I've run in to something about my body I had NO idea of before: <b>I have sloping shoulders</b>. This explains why I have difficulty wearing strappy things. Those suckers slide right off. <br />
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So shoulder pads (of a moderate size) could help me to attain a better looking fit with certain garments I may otherwise be unable or unwilling to significantly alter myself.<br />
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Equally, <b>the stylistic choice of shoulder pads</b> shouldn't be ignored: even a modest shoulder pad can <b>create a powerful change in the look of your garment</b>. And they're a look that's connecting strongly to a culture that's increasingly drawing upon recent fashion history in a conscious effort to generate both nostalgia and a sense of post-post-modern newness.<br />
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Just look at the cyclical popularity of: bell bottoms/flares, platform shoes, skinny jeans, tights, neon, plaid, high-waisted denim, and now the poor, maligned shoulder pad.<br />
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(Incidentally, don't make the mistake in thinking that the later decades of the 20th century "invented" styles like platforms and shoulder pads. Those things have a long history of ducking in and out of fashion. Did you know the fashionable set wore platforms in the 1930s? <a href="https://audreymonroe.wordpress.com/2011/03/21/fashionable-history-platform-shoes/">They totally did</a>). <br />
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Some of my favourite cultural style setters are wearing shoulder pads now (Ke$ha and Lady Gaga, specifically). So if there's ANY strong argument to be made for wearing shoulder pads as a stylistic choice, I'd say that's it!<br />
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Ok! Now, on to the "how".<br />
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<b>Shoulder Pads!? But <span style="font-size: large;">HOW</span>?!</b></div>
You have options.<br />
You can certainly pop over to your local sewing shop and <b>buy yourself some pre-made</b> shoulder pads. The advantage here is simply time-saving. You don't have to make these yourself.<br />
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But, if you're looking to add shoulder pads to your knits, then I'd have to recommend trying (at least once) to <b>knit them yourself</b>.<br />
Advantages here include:<br />
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<li>colour matching</li>
<li>fabric behaviour/characteristics matching</li>
<li>using leftover yarn bits/gauge swatches</li>
<li>size control</li>
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Colour/Fabric Characteristics Matching<br />
Making your own shoulder pads for your knits means you have control over their colour and behaviour. The most easily accessible types of pre-made shoulder pads are generally not made from natural fibres, and will move/drape/behave differently from your knit. You may <i>want</i> this effect, but if you don't these qualities are something to be aware of.<br />
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Using Leftover Yarn<br />
A shoulder pad doesn't have to be larger! Even the larger ones wouldn't take up very much yarn. I know I always feel successful when I find a use for my leftover precious bits of yarn. And hey, what better use for a small amount of lovely, soft yarn, than for something that will sit directly next to your skin? You could even get creative with it and include some colourwork into your shoulder pads!! Or a gauge swatch!!<br />
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Size Control<br />
Depending on the look you want, you may need a little, and bit more, or a lot of padding. I'd say you have the most control over this thickness when you create the pads yourself. Use one layer of sport weight, or three layers of bulky! I'm sure you can imagine the customizeable possibilities.<br />
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<b>HOW to Knit Yourself Shoulder Pads?!!</b><br />
Your considerations are going to include size and shape, and that's pretty much it. Shoulder pads are simple. You could even use gauge swatches! (Gasp! A use for gauge swatches!!)<br />
<a href="http://pomoboho.blogspot.ca/2012/01/shoulder-pad-intro.html">Minds more studied than mine</a> on the topic of shoulder pads can give you information as to shape options and effects. Here, I'll tell you how I knit mine for Phospho Glow. <br />
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The shoulder pads used in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/phospho-glow">Phospho Glow</a> may not be desired/necessary for you to get the look you want. Like I said, I have sloping shoulder, so needed the extra boost for my own sweater.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Detail of little puff that wouldn't be if I didn't add shoulder pads to my own <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/phospho-glow">Phospho Glow</a>.</td></tr>
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So, let me tell you a bit about what I did for my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/phospho-glow">Phospho Glow</a>:<br />
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<li>considered the fact that I wanted yarn with drapey fibres (alpaca, in this case)</li>
<li>used needles that gave a drapey fabric, NOT a stiff one (this TOTALLY depends on your gauge!)</li>
<li>selected DK weight so that I immediately got a bit of thickness, but also the ability to fine tune by adding more or fewer layers</li>
<li>chose a colour that wouldn't show through the sweater </li>
<li>made a triangular shape, which gave a more feminine look than a large rectangle</li>
<li>created this triangle by casting on ONE stitch and increasing one stitch along each edge on the RS until it was as wide as I was looking for (about 4.5" at the base). I then repeated the steps backwards, and folded the resulting "diamond" into a triangle so that it was 2 layers thick. </li>
<li>positioned the point of triangle towards my neck, placed right where bra straps wraps around top of shoulder </li>
<li>ultimately, I created a pad that is only about 1/4" / 0.5 cm thick; so, a fairly modest pad (coat pads can be 1" / 2.5 cm thick!)</li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;">Here you see the pads before I folded them in half and seamed them up the sides.</span><u><br /></u></span></td></tr>
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<b>How to Add them to <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/phospho-glow">Phospho Glow</a></b><br />
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Simple!<br />
Now, you can stitch them directly on to the knit, but I didn't do that because I was concerned that the fingering weight of Phospho would be too delicate for this extra heft and the stitches might be unattractively pulled out of shape.<br />
Instead, I just tuck the pads under my bra straps and away I go. You could pin them down, too, but the fewer sharp and pointy things I wear the happier I feel.<br />
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<b>Further Reading</b></div>
Have I convinced you? Perhaps not.<br />
So here I put into your hands some great shoulder pad resources. Go forth and read!<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/techniques/68177/1-25#3">Post 3 in this thread</a> from TECHknitter about possible use of shoulder pads.</li>
<li>Fantastic, detailed info about shoulder pads from knitter <a href="http://pomoboho.blogspot.ca/2012/01/shoulder-pad-intro.html">My Amphetamines & My Purls</a>.</li>
<li>Second post from her <a href="http://pomoboho.blogspot.ca/2012/01/shoulder-pads-puff-sleeved-sweaters.html">here</a>.</li>
<li>Her post on using <a href="http://pomoboho.blogspot.ca/2011/10/using-gauge-swatches-as-shoulder-pads.html">gauge swatches as shoulder pads</a> and the <a href="http://pomoboho.blogspot.ca/2012/01/choosing-placing-knitted-shoulder-pads.html">choosing and placement of shoulder pads </a>on a knitted sweater.</li>
<li>"<a href="http://www.burdastyle.com/blog/creating-sharp-shoulders">Sharp Shoulders</a>" from Burda</li>
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And, one last note to leave on:<br />
From the <a href="http://www.coletterie.com/inspiration/mid-century-kimono-sleeves">Coletterie</a>: <br />
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<blockquote class="tr_bq">
The kimono sleeve came into
fashion for "Western" women’s clothing towards the tail end of the
1940’s when the exaggerated shoulders which had previously been
fashionable began to evolve into a more natural silhouette. As women’s
fashion entered into the 1950’s, the fashionable silhouette for
shoulders continued to move away from the large padded ‘Power’ look of
the 1930’s/40’s towards the extreme opposite. A trend for petite and
slopping shoulders emerged, alongside the nipped in waists, waspy hips
and doll-like everything else, as a reflection of the demure and
ultra-feminine stereotype to which society largely expected women to
adhere.</blockquote>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26803835.post-37968997002845786522015-11-04T07:00:00.000-05:002015-11-04T07:00:06.764-05:00Holla Knits Winter 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The years of knitting patterns from this magazine have spoken, shouted, proclaimed! the awesomeness of Holla Knits. <br />
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But I won't tell you about it here: you can pick up the <a href="http://www.hollaknits.com/index.php/patterns/winter-collection-2015/">latest issue</a> and read about the ABCs of Holla Style! Allyson and I teamed up to create this fun alphabet of what Holla Knits is all about. We went through each letter and matched it up with HK patterns that embody its style.<br />
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Our article is just a wee part of this fantastic issue. <br />
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It includes a neckline tutorial and five new patterns. My FAVOURITE of which is <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/emily-ringelman">Emily Ringelman'</a>s <a href="http://www.hollaknits.com/blog/store/products/fair-isle-pants-knitting-pattern-by-emily-ringelman/">Fair Isle PANTS</a>.<br />
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YES!<br />
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Fair Isle PANTS. People, aren't these the wildest?<br />
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Follow along with the rest of the blog tour by checking out the schedule below.<br />
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