Seaside Shawl

When Rachel and I were on our trip to England last summer, I brought lots of knitting along. While we were in Cornwall, I was working on a pair of socks for her using this yarn. I knew the yarn was perfect - it's the same colour as the sea - but for some reason I just could not get into the socks. Then it dawned on me: I could make her something else with the yarn! So I ripped the socks back and made her this shawl. It's supposed to mimic the seashore, with the darker yarn as the colour of the sea and the lighter bits as the foam when it hits the shore. This was a super-fun shawl to make, and if Neva's envious looks are any indication, I'll likely be making more in the future! This shawl was made with love, and with gratitude for the wonderful trip we had together. The yarn is infused with the Cornish seaside goodness, and I hope it brings warmth and comfort and fond memories of England to Rachel for many years to come.
Pattern: Whippoorwill Shawl by Carina Spencer
Yarn: Dream in Color "Smooshy" in "Deep Seaflower" and Seacoast Handpainted Panda in "Night Sky"

Tree Skirt

Now that we're celebrating the holidays in our own home with our own tree, it only seemed right that we also had our own tree skirt. I whipped this one up (with help from Neva and Hugh in terms of cutting and design) and finished it just as the tree went up. Success!
Pattern: Trees All Around

Soft-As-Moss Cardigan

After making a Shalom cardigan a year ago, and loving it, I decided to make another one. This is a great little cardigan for cool weather, and when I found this gorgeous alpaca I knew it would be a great addition to my wardrobe. Plus it's a fun and quick little pattern to knit up - always a bonus! I love it - it's the softest thing I own, cozy, warm, and a perfect holiday colour. A definite winner.
Pattern: Shalom Cardigan by Meghan McFarlane
Yarn: Diamond Luxury Collection Baby Alpaca Sport in Loden Green