September 13, 2005
All Stitched Out
Interlocking Balloons is done! This is the scarf I knit for Kris as part of the SYNO swap. Now, Kris is one of the hostesses for this swap, so I was extra careful to make sure my knitting was up to spec.
Specs:
Pattern: Interlocking Balloons by Shirley Paden from Scarf Style
Yarn: Baby Silk from Du Store Alpakka, 3.5 skeins
Gauge: Not sure exact gauge, but used Clover Bamboo, Size 5, 24" circular.
The balloon pattern is quite smart. The knit stitches are maintatined over the course of the pattern, but the number of purl stitches between them change, and that creates the balloons. After 1 repeat, I figured out what was going on, and after 2-3 repeats, I didn't have to check the chart at all. Its just complex enough to be interesting.
A good wet blocking is really needed to open up this pattern. I laid it flat to dry, and pulled the balloon edges out by hand, no pinning. The final post-blocking fabric is gorgeous and drapey. The silk content of this yarn gives the scarf a nice weight. and its sooo soft. I can just imagine Kris wearing it all winter.
It will be on its way back to Norway soon!
Comments (25)
Fabulous! I love the pattern and the color. I have no doubt that your knitting is completely up to spec and Kris will absolutely love it. Lucky girl.
Posted by Stephanie | September 13, 2005 10:15 AM
Posted on September 13, 2005 10:15
It came out gorgeous, I know Kris will love it! Great job with this pattern!
Posted by grumperina | September 13, 2005 10:27 AM
Posted on September 13, 2005 10:27
How beautiful!
Posted by caitlyn | September 13, 2005 10:38 AM
Posted on September 13, 2005 10:38
beautiful scarf! lucky kris!!
Posted by blossom | September 13, 2005 10:40 AM
Posted on September 13, 2005 10:40
It's gorgeous! Really really beautiful. The pic in the book is so different that this scarf never caught my eye. But after your description and that great color -- I'm really intrigued.
BTW, what pattern and yarn did you choose for your scarf?
Posted by jody | September 13, 2005 10:40 AM
Posted on September 13, 2005 10:40
Great scarf and beautiful color - and even more beautiful knitting! I'm sure Kris will be thrilled with her scarf!
Posted by marichan | September 13, 2005 11:24 AM
Posted on September 13, 2005 11:24
it's really beautiful! i love that red color.
Posted by lynette | September 13, 2005 12:01 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 12:01
That looks really good. It's amazing how a pattern you never considered before looks different to you once knit up in a different yarn and or in a different color. Nice Job!
Posted by Angela | September 13, 2005 12:28 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 12:28
She is gonna love that! I may have to make one my self! Good job!
Posted by beth | September 13, 2005 1:04 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 13:04
That turned out so well! It didn't really knock my socks off in the book, but your version does. Lucky Kris! :)
Posted by Karma | September 13, 2005 1:25 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 13:25
Kris will love it! Its fun to see how the color and yarn totally changes the pattern from the one in the book. Yours came out lovely
Posted by yahaira | September 13, 2005 1:49 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 13:49
Beautiful! Don't you wish you could keep it? She'll get so much joy from it.
Posted by Christie | September 13, 2005 2:44 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 14:44
Very nice!
Posted by Jenn | September 13, 2005 3:43 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 15:43
What a beautiful scarf! I do really need to get that book!
Posted by Dani | September 13, 2005 4:23 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 16:23
Wow, I love that scarf and the colour, its gorgeous.
Posted by Estee | September 13, 2005 4:38 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 16:38
damn that looks good. now i am contemplating making one for myself too!
Posted by winnie | September 13, 2005 4:46 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 16:46
This looks so great! You did a fabulous job. I've always really liked this scarf, but was put off by what looked like a hideous pattern. It's good to know that it isn't nearly as bad as it looks.
Posted by Purly Whites | September 13, 2005 6:49 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 18:49
Such a nifty pattern... must try it sometime. And you did a lovely job with it.
Posted by katie | September 13, 2005 10:34 PM
Posted on September 13, 2005 22:34
It looks fantastic- I'm sure Kris will love it.
Posted by Di | September 14, 2005 7:56 AM
Posted on September 14, 2005 07:56
Kris will love that--it is amazing! ;)
Posted by Lolly | September 14, 2005 7:58 AM
Posted on September 14, 2005 07:58
Just perfect for winter!!! I love the colour and the pattern is amazing!!!!
Posted by Pantera | September 14, 2005 12:20 PM
Posted on September 14, 2005 12:20
Wow, pretty! That's a great color for fall! Kris will surely love it.
Posted by MJ | September 15, 2005 4:34 PM
Posted on September 15, 2005 16:34
It's looking lovely! By way of an update, I am zipping up the second sleeve of your shrug. It's a fair amount of 3x3 ribbing and I had to put it down for a bit as I was beginning to dream of 3x3 ribbing. But it's getting there and is gorgeous. I'll post about it soon, promise.
Posted by Amelia | September 18, 2005 3:13 PM
Posted on September 18, 2005 15:13
the more i see from this book, the more i lean toward buying it (first thought: just what i need: more scarves. thought now: just what i need: more scarves!!!). you may have tipped the balance for good... excellent work!
Posted by jess | September 18, 2005 7:40 PM
Posted on September 18, 2005 19:40
omg! it's absolutely gorgeous! i can't believe how fast you've finished it - you are the best! yum, i can't wait to wear it! exclamation point!
Posted by kris | September 25, 2005 1:39 PM
Posted on September 25, 2005 13:39