May 2008 Archives

There is so much going on around Eat.Sleep.Knit these days that there is never any time to blog about it! Loads of new yarns, new colors, and new events in the store and in the works. There's hardly any time for knitting! When it comes to knitting, this time of year is always a bit of a challenge for me. The weather is getting warmer, and a Georgia summer means that we won't need sweaters, scarves, hats, or any other warm attire for at least six months - that leaves nothing but socks, it seems. Recently, though, we have found several great summer knitting projects that didn't involve socks around here, so here are some ideas if you're in the summer knitting slump:

Anne Eliott Spencer
I can't say anything good things about this great little cardigan. It's adorable, it's a really fun knit, and you can even practice your crochet for the pretty edging. While the pattern calls for a sportweight yarn, I knit mine up using a little over three skeins of Yarn Love Elizabeth Bennett, so it's a great pattern for a yarn like that which, to me, is so soft, pretty and luxurious that it deserves to be shown off more often than socks might. Cute with jeans or over a dress! (And maybe when it is daylight, I can get a better picture, but check out all of the Dream in Color in the background...)



Undulating Waves Scarf
As seen on the Yarn Harlot! While you may not be able to wear it for a while, there is something about all of those beads that fits well with summer knitting, and for that we love this lacy scarf pattern. One skein of Schaefer Heather makes a generous scarf, and if you're feeling daring (and have a lot of extra beads!), you could go for two skeins for a truly decadent version.



Spring Vines
This great "vest" from The Unique Sheep is next on my list this summer. Knit it with the called-for wool for a sophisticated vest, or try it in one our sportweight cottons for a summer tank. Either way, the lack of sleeves makes this seem more appealing for the season, and the gorgeous cable pattern keeps knitting interesting. Sportweight cottons from The Unique Sheep and Schaefer Yarn will be arriving in the next couple of weeks - I can't wait!