Kathys shrug

A little while ago (about two posts down the page) I posted some yarn for Kathy to choose for a shrug.

Will its finally finished and ready for posting to her over in the US! Heres a little picture of how it turned out before I pack it up.

The yarn is a lovely mix of silk and pure wool and has knitted up a dream. It is so soft but still lovely and warm. Perfect for the autumn that is hurtling towards us.

So thank you Kathy, I hope that you will be pleased with it!

My knitting pattern challenge

This was a real challenge for me. I was asked to submit a pattern of a shrug for the Yarn Forward autumn magazine. The challenge was to come up with a totally new design that could be used, knit the shrug and then write the pattern. Challenge indeed!

Anyway this is the final result and as I said the pattern will be in the Autumn mag!!

Latest addition

This is my latest addition to the Amanda Williams Collection. I am torn between finishing off an order I have and writing a pattern which I have been asked to submit to knit forwards autumn magazine! I am very excitied about this but also extremely nervous. I have struggled to follow patterns all my life and so this is a really big challenge. Anyway before undertaking any of the above I couldn't resist finishing off this lovely shrug which is knitted in Rowan Biggy Print. The photo doesn't do it any justice the colours are wonderful, pink and blues. I will be sorry to see this one go. It will soon be featured in the Etsy Shop.