Green Clapotis

A bit later than I thought, but I am blogging again. And presenting a finished object, no less. This is the second clapotis I've made. I'm not usually much for the same patterns that the whole knitting world rushes after, but I'll admit a deep admiration for anything Kate Gilbert. This pattern, for example, is so simple and adaptable but still fresh and interesting. In this case, I've used a larger needle size, a 6.5 mm (10.5 US) and done just two sets of increase rows. The finished dimensions are about seven feet by ten inches. I haven't worn it yet, but today was the first cloudy, cool day, and tomorrow, it's actually supposed to rain. Horrifying, I know. I'm concerned no one will remember how to drive. The scarf is lightweight and fluffy and warm, and I think it'll be a good one. Mostly, it's special for the process. Here it is in pictures.

 

Variegated green roving: The other half of the roving I dyed in shades of green in Laura's studio last fall.Green Singles: Singles for a two-ply yarn. The solid is Louet corriedale in olive. The pale multi is super soft merino I dyed in Laura's studio many moons ago. I'm hoping these will ply together well, different fibers in plying is something I haven't tried b

Clapotis on the wayNew blocking wires

Finished Clapotis