Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Tourmaline Socks

Tourmaline Socks by Beatrixknits
Tourmaline Socks, a photo by Beatrixknits on Flickr.

This pattern is from the Journal 004, Angora Merino by Regia. It is pattern R0113 Socks With Cables. I used String Theory Caper Sock in Tourmaline. This yarn is beautiful. The colors are why I bought it. It is also super soft being a blend of merino, cashmere and nylon...BUT...it had way too many breaks (no less than 4) so is definitely not worth the price paid in my opinion.

Zigzag Poncho

Zigzag Poncho by Beatrixknits
Zigzag Poncho, a photo by Beatrixknits on Flickr.

This pattern is from the book Handknit Holidays by Melanie Falick. I substituted the yarn specified in the pattern with Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed in the colourways: Fisher, Berry, Honeycomb, Galway and Beach. It's a bit crazy on the pastel side but it will be super cozy in winter!