Good morning, knitters! Today, I’d like to introduce to you my latest publication, the Gardenia Stole. It is part of the Vintage Floral story in Interweave Knits Spring 2019, available digitally and in print. I’m really excited to be part of this rich and varied collection themed by the Impressionist art movement.
Inspired by angels wings and peacock feathers, the Gardenia Stole presents a simple shape edged in intricate lace. Deceptively simple, the deep lace bands are created using elementary lace stitches. Purl columns augment an otherwise even field of stockinette. Restful and quiet, the Juno Stole combines a modern rectangular form with airy and elegant drape and gives a nod to the graceful decor of bygone days.
This stole is really very easy to knit. The scalloped hems and lace bands are worked first and Kitchener stitch is used to join the pieces at center. I am so grateful to sample knitter Amy C. for her extraordinary work on this project, both as a consummate knitter and for her technical help and advice.
Ever since my work on the Crystal Pullover released this past November, I’ve been a huge fan of Jaggerspun yarns. These are gorgeous worsted spun yarns manufactured in Maine since the 1880’s. The blends (like the Zephyr Lace, a lustrous blend of fine merino wool and Chinese tussah silk) are luxurious, wool-rich aggregations with superior drape and the stitch definition so necessary for the Gardenia Stole. The color range is unbelievable. I’ve used this sophisticated lace weight held double throughout the project.
Many thanks to Harper Point Photography for their gorgeous images!
Love,
Cheryl
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Oh, it’s so lovely to see it all blocked and beautifully modeled. A gorgeous design indeed!