The Knitters Thread

SuziQ1962

Hi candyB101 -yes know what you mean-I remember when my twins were that age -I couldn't concentrate on anything
Hi Spiderinthebath-thanks for the pattern it looks good and really unusual-shall give it a go tonight
I am just imagining all my friends and relatives kitted out next xmas-hope they don't all wear them at the same time and in the same place! LOL

CandyB101_2

cuddles123 wrote: »

For those knitting the Spiral Scarf, yes it does look odd and like a W at first


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Hope this helps

Thanks cuddles, It certainly does help ........ that's what I started with, yeeehhhh I actually got it right :rotfl: I would just never of thought in a million years that a scarf would look like that at the bottom :rotfl:
I'm quite impressed with myself now Might go an treat myself to a nice ball of wall tomorrow.

lynseydee

I went to try and find some sock yarn today and was really surprised at how expensive it was. I have looked online and found someone had posted on another forum that Kemps were doing some Regia by Kaffe Fassett. I have tried looking for it on Kemp's website but not really sure what I'm looking for. Does anyone know what it looks like?

Also, I've started my second sock and have got as far as casting on but can't remember how I joined the rows on the first row and even reading Silver's guide I'm still stuck. Can someone help me? Can't believe I've forgotton already :rotfl:

OrkneyStar

lynseydee wrote: »

I went to try and find some sock yarn today and was really surprised at how expensive it was. I have looked online and found someone had posted on another forum that Kemps were doing some Regia by Kaffe Fassett. I have tried looking for it on Kemp's website but not really sure what I'm looking for. Does anyone know what it looks like?

Also, I've started my second sock and have got as far as casting on but can't remember how I joined the rows on the first row and even reading Silver's guide I'm still stuck. Can someone help me? Can't believe I've forgotton already :rotfl:

It is Regia who make it, and that particular range is called Kaffe Fassett. I could not find any on Kemps though, sorry!
You might find better deals on ebay- just search for 'Sock Wool'. TBH decent sock wool is not that cheap on the whole, unless you find an offer.
I did find this, which is cheap for Regia, although not sure what colours available and as I have never used this seller I cannot say if they are good or not.

jennyjelly

I've been searching online for a pattern for a cuddly Eeyore, and although I haven't found one I did come across this pattern for a Dalek along the way. I think they are fab so I thought I'd post the link in case it's useful for someone.

Hope you like it.

PS if anyone knows where I can find my Eeyore pattern, or has one they could share, I'd be eternally grateful. They go for silly money on ebay!

jennyjelly

OrkneyStar wrote: »

It is Regia who make it, and that particular range is called Kaffe Fassett. I could not find any on Kemps though, sorry!
You might find better deals on ebay- just search for 'Sock Wool'. TBH decent sock wool is not that cheap on the whole, unless you find an offer.
I did find this, which is cheap for Regia, although not sure what colours available and as I have never used this seller I cannot say if they are good or not.

I've found the best place for Regia is this Ebay seller. Kemps did have it for something silly like £1 a ball a year or so ago but sadly no more.

ETA Sorry Orkneystar, I just realised you had already recommended this one! I have bought from her many times and she is excellent.

OrkneyStar

jennyjelly wrote: »

I've found the best place for Regia is this Ebay seller. Kemps did have it for something silly like £1 a ball a year or so ago but sadly no more.

ETA Sorry Orkneystar, I just realised you had already recommended this one! I have bought from her many times and she is excellent.

No that is great jennyjelly, I did think I had come across the name of the seller a few times, but have not personally ordered. Am tempted by that Regia too but have some in different colour already so cannot really justify more sock wool for now

cuddles123

Is there a knack to knitting with eyelash wool?
I'm finding it really difficult, perhaps because I knit quite tight?

OrkneyStar

cuddles123 wrote: »

Is there a knack to knitting with eyelash wool?
I'm finding it really difficult, perhaps because I knit quite tight?

I found it took a wee while to get into it (right and wrong side look similar unless you hold up to light, so always had to finish on a purl row so I knew knit was next!), but once I had done about 20 rows I found it easier....what needle are you using ?

cuddles123

Thanks Orkney.
I'm using a 5.5 bamboo needle and can't even cast on properly.