Stellar Mohair

In my woolly experience you either love or hate mohair. There is no in between or compromise. I happen to love mohair, and have fallen head over heels for Marta's Mohair Mist. This luxurious and fluffy stuff is spun in France and dyed an array of beautiful shades in Australia. My Fair Isle obsessed pal Sylvie was so inspired by this 4ply fluff, that she designed a piece for the shop. The results of her labours are a whimsical and starry cowl called Stellar, and will keep you warm in approaching season. 

S T E L L A R

Yes, I know it is summer, but as a knitter I am always thinking ahead to the cooler times!

Mohair Tip #1: Keeping Mohair in the fridge makes it easier to knit with (particularly in this heat). When mohair is warm, it is more challenging to work with. So keep your mohair chilled like a nice bottle of champers. Believe it or not, it's a scientifically proven fact. Hence, the mohair in the fridge pic.

 

Stellar kits are available at Ginger Twist Studio (kid mohair and patter)for £24, so come pick out your colours today!

Oh, Oh, Oh, It's Mohair, You Know.

Do you recall that hit tune by Pilot? I so cleverly replaced the word "magic" with "mohair." 

Random fact: Pilot formed in 1973 in Edinburgh, Scotland. What does this have to do with mohair? Very little to nothing.

A couple weeks ago I posted a pic of what appeared to be a mountain of purple fluff. This turned into a dress of course. Honestly, what else would I make?


Designed to be knit from the neck down,this Ginger Twist original features a cowl neck, cap sleeves, pockets and an interesting hemline. 




On to the next item of business. In the past couple weeks, this luxury ball of kid mohair has become...

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THIS!

I appreciate the process of studying a ball of wool, and seeing what it can become. My vision was something simple, airy and interesting; creating my go-to summer cowl. This colour is an outstandingly bold choice, and I didn't want the pattern to detract from its beauty. Using a couple of different textured stitches, I feel that I have accomplished my mission. Now this busy bee is on to her next project.

Shortie Mania

Hello, I'm Jess, and I am addicted to cropped jumpers.

Evidence: Since my last post I have knit not one, but two additional cropped jumpers (one of which I'm wearing this very moment). One might think that I am just a selfish knitter, when in fact I am still suffering from the backlash of my holiday knitting madness. 
Now I am knitting for me and me alone. Me I tell ye! 
Okay, so there may still be some strong underlying emotions.  

Jumper #1 of the week was yet another rendition of Purl Soho's Short Row Sweater. I obvs had to have one in mint green, eh?

Then I wanted another shortie item with a bit more warmth, and whipped up this design myself. One of the many perks of knitting and designing for yourself, is that you can create things exactly to your personal specifications. 

 Blushing Lady

I adore this pink from New Lanark, it's akin to ladies blushing. Teehee. My only aim was to do the shade justice with the pattern design; simple and classy. And as soon as I get a chance, I will draw up this pattern to include some more size options (besides just my own).
 

For this week, I'm thinking I need/want a new pair of fingerless gloves. But because I seem to have issues with starting smaller projects, I am embarking upon another large-ish one that may involve a mohair obsession phase. Any guesses for what this hot mess is going to be? 

Until next time kittens!