i really enjoyed this particular project because i got to try out eco ways yarn by red heart. the shell stitch pattern was also new to me and actually quite fun to work. this pattern can be enlarged to make a full sized throw or blanket quite easily- but i opted for the stroller blanket size. the yarn is made with 30% recycled plastic made into polyester- and while that sounds rough- the yarn is quite soft and has a delicate sheen to it. quite lovely. i haven't listed this blanket yet on etsy but i will do so next week.
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Showing posts with label eco yarn. Show all posts
Friday, August 28, 2009
finished another project
i really enjoyed this particular project because i got to try out eco ways yarn by red heart. the shell stitch pattern was also new to me and actually quite fun to work. this pattern can be enlarged to make a full sized throw or blanket quite easily- but i opted for the stroller blanket size. the yarn is made with 30% recycled plastic made into polyester- and while that sounds rough- the yarn is quite soft and has a delicate sheen to it. quite lovely. i haven't listed this blanket yet on etsy but i will do so next week.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
dog days of summer
whew! after a long cool summer so far here in upstate new york- august has roared in like an.... oven! we are in for a long couple of weeks i think. once september gets here- it's usually warm without the humidity and thunderstorms.
i am working on finishing up a few projects so that i can begin new ones- i like to keep 2 or 3 going so i don't get bored. i have an opportunity to sell a few things at a local street festival in a couple of weeks- so, in the meantime, i will be working on some business cards to hand out.
i started working with red heart eco ways yarn and so far, i like it. my only complaint is that it only comes in small amounts. 4 oz. balls. i am anxious to try the bamboo wool blend soon. perhaps for my next project...
i am working on finishing up a few projects so that i can begin new ones- i like to keep 2 or 3 going so i don't get bored. i have an opportunity to sell a few things at a local street festival in a couple of weeks- so, in the meantime, i will be working on some business cards to hand out.
i started working with red heart eco ways yarn and so far, i like it. my only complaint is that it only comes in small amounts. 4 oz. balls. i am anxious to try the bamboo wool blend soon. perhaps for my next project...
Saturday, August 8, 2009
where has the summer gone?
anyone else feel like the summer has flown by? i realize we still have nice weather ahead but realistically, the holidays are around the corner- especially with outstanding projects in the works. i am currently working on 3- with a fourth to be started and (hopefully) finished for the holiday season. 
i am also looking to have a weekly or daily feature here- haven't quite decided yet as i don't have my schedule down pat as of right now. my two helpers have been a wee lazy this summer- isaac and sophie have enjoyed the cooler than average temperatures this season.
they are the reason that i wash every project upon completion and store them in breathable under the bed bags.
on my newest project, i am trying out red heart yarn's 'eco ways' yarn. it's made with recycled plastics and they have come out with a fabulous line of new, trendy colors. so far, i am impressed. the yarn is very soft and easy to work with and the few rows i have completed- look fantastic
i am also looking to have a weekly or daily feature here- haven't quite decided yet as i don't have my schedule down pat as of right now. my two helpers have been a wee lazy this summer- isaac and sophie have enjoyed the cooler than average temperatures this season.
they are the reason that i wash every project upon completion and store them in breathable under the bed bags.
on my newest project, i am trying out red heart yarn's 'eco ways' yarn. it's made with recycled plastics and they have come out with a fabulous line of new, trendy colors. so far, i am impressed. the yarn is very soft and easy to work with and the few rows i have completed- look fantastic
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