Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Yarn Along....Blankets, Blankets!!!







With the Purl Dreams blanket behind me and waiting to be gifted, I am moving on to baby blanket #2.  There are 2 more after this one.  I should be relishing in the joy of all the little ones, but I wanted to knit sweaters for the grandchildren and blankets take a lot of time.  Knowing that I am ahead of time in completing these though, maybe I will be able to get them all done?

Feather and Fan was the first lace stitch I learned when I began to knit and it continues to be my "go to " stitch.  When I found Baby Drops on Ravelry, I knew that was the next blanket.  Not entirely Feather and Fan, it has enough to add to the sampler effect of the blanket.  I am using my favorite Knit Picks Comfy Sport that I almost exclusively use on my baby blankets.  History has proven that this yarn washes and dries beautifully and can be drug everywhere a little one goes!

My youngest daughter took a trip to NYC this past week.  She asked me if there was anything I would like her to bring back?  "Well, sweetheart. Give me just a moment to show you this yarn shop."  (Eye roll from daughter)  But today we met for lunch and I was surprised that she had chosen something so beautiful and yet different from what is in my stash.  This is 100% merino, but in what is called a "line" weight.  A single ply that seems to be between lace and fingering.  Just gorgeous.  I think I raised her well :)))))

Don't you love the Blossom Street novels?  This is the newest that I found on the shelves at the grocery.  Light reading...which is just what I need right now.

I also have added a couple of new fabrics today over at Drawstrings!  Pop on over and take a look!

What is on your needles?  Linking up with Ginny!

14 comments:

  1. that yarn is yummy yummy!!! Thanks for the baby blanket yarn suggestion....I just found out I have a pregnant niece....she needs a good blankie!!!

    ReplyDelete
  2. feather and fan is my go to knit stitch for a blanket and it reminds me of my mother :) Lovely knitting!! I enjoy seeing your creations :)

    ReplyDelete
  3. very nice!!! I have not been to that store but maybe someday! :) you are doing so well with the blankets and your bags are wonderful!!! keep it up!!! :)

    ReplyDelete
  4. The colour of that yarn is dreamy, perfect for a baby blanket!

    ReplyDelete
  5. I never seem to be able to keep my stitches straight to do a feather and fan. It feels like it should be simple, but I always muck up somewhere. Ah well....yours is lovely!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Just make sure you put markers between the repeats. It saves me every time!

      Delete
  6. Thanks so much for the pattern link & the wonderful yarn recommendation! I love the Drawstring bag in your pictures! :) Your daughter did a fabulous job picking out the merino...looks gorgeous!

    ReplyDelete
  7. Very nice! I need to train my daughters better! LOL

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I tried to respond to the review you have of the bags but it wouldn't post. Thank you so much for the remarks !!!!

      Delete
  8. Oh my that yarn is gorgeous.
    I love the fabric in your bag, is it Liberty?
    Have a beautiful week.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. It is not a true Liberty. I found it at the Mad Tosh store. It is pretty isn't it?:)

      Delete