Chicago Chickadee.
Thursday, September 29, 2011 at 9:13PM I finished a cowl a bit ago, well before I knew we were heading to Chicago to celebrate my 40th birthday. I am so happy it's blocked and ready to throw into the suitcase. I think it'll be perfect for the weather expected.
This yarn was originally used for another cowl--the popular Honey Cowl. But it was my Disney knit and lo and behold, I had packed the wrong needles. I remember staring at my lap on the plane wondering what to do.
I thought maybe it would work out with some fiddling so I went ahead and cast on. But after working on it throughout the trip and a few days once we returned, I faced the fact that the resulting fabric was much too loose for my liking. So I frogged it.
I wasn't sure if it was going to become another cowl after that experience. But then I saw several beautiful versions of the Chickadee cowl knit in this exact yarn (Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light) and colorway (Calligraphy), and fell head over heels, leaving little choice. And I'm so happy I shamelessly followed, not changing a thing from their versions. I love this cowl (Rav notes here) and have a new affection for the linen stitch.
Sandra
p.s. I will be away for a bit, unplugged and holding hands with my fella, exploring a wonderful city. This is after I figure out a suitable traveling knit and double check that I've packed the right sized needles.
Reader Comments (2)
beautiful cowl! i love it!! enjoy your holiday! xx
Gorgeous! I knew it was Caligraphy when I first saw it! I looooovvve that colourway and have a sweater in mind that I want to knit in it. But this cowl may have to be done as well. :)