Traditional Tartan

Fall 2020 seemed to be a long and drawn out celebration of colors without end here in Vermont - but now, as the first serious snow storm covers the land with several inches of white, we know it is over. Looking back, I am so grateful for all the little things. The pipes and drains that serve our homes, the hot and cold water on demand, the safe streets and local bakeries, and local farms. For good friends and family, and a hard working community with compassion for those less fortunate. I am grateful for so many things - every day. My heart is full. Here is a pattern I worked on this Fall. A nod to the intricate art of weaving, this plaid hat is made up of five colors. Like the complicated weaving of agreements, with care and consideration, that make up our communities, there is a lovely harmony in the fabric made of diverse and colorful individual aspects, working together. As I write this, both the pattern, and the matching samples I knit for it, are available at the Etsy shop. Stay safe, everyone, and be kind to those around you! 

 https://www.etsy.com/shop/Woodsandwoolknitting

 

 A Sailor's Hat

The weather will turn soon, so every chance they get, people are out on the waters of Lake Champlain. I think a hat is in order for all those sailors, fisherfolk, and the "mermen" among us. Here is a fishing-net inspired design, with warm aqua colors to set it off. 

October, 2020 is here - the pumpkins are ripe and Fall colors fill the trees. My first three patterns have been test-knit in two sizes, and are almost ready to launch on Etsy. Here is the first one - an homage to the need for cheerful safety colors in the Winter. 

 

 

Turkey Feather Hat

Many months have past since my last post, and life has brought me back around to this blog. With a fresh look, and a name change, I am turning over a new leaf in my passion for making cloth!  From finishing woven textiles, with a beautiful, local provenance, I have moved into designing knitting patterns.  I started with a baby hat pattern, made for a co-worker at my local bakery.  When the pandemic hit, I found myself at home - a bit stunned from the state of affairs. For therapy, I used Stitchfiddle to make some colorwork patterns. In fact, I got carried away and had over 40 designs, when I realized that I had better knit some samples. I asked friends if they might be willing to do the same. So - I am well on the path toward offering some of these patterns to the world. I have been knitting samples, reworking patterns, and getting advise from dear friends in the pattern-making world. Here is a toddler-sized sample of one of my designs. There will be four sizes in each pattern.  I will post links to a new Etsy shop and website when I get my first pattern finalized.