Dear Jan,
My Greek Swan, a Bohus reproduction of the Large Swan design, is coming along swimmingly, as befits a project inspired by waterfowl.
Also fitting, given the sculptural beauty of a swan gliding across the water, is the way the many purl stitches in this design carve a 3-dimensional shape into the fabric. Each feather motif pops forward because it is outlined by purl stitches.
More purls surround the motifs that recall swan’s feet. That the yarn used in the feet is slightly heavier weight 100% wool yarn, rather than the angora/wool blend of the rest of the hat, further enhances the effect.
My goal is to finish this up before the last swimming event is over, so I’ll sign off now and get on with it. I hope you are making equally good progress on your Ravellenic projects!
Love,
Ellen
Jan and Ellen are identical twins who have always had an innate fashion sense. Crafting is an integral part of their lives and they stay stitched together sharing their love of knitting, family and community.
August 4th, 2012 at 10:11 am
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! Ok, how much was that kit???
August 4th, 2012 at 1:28 pm
This is SO beautiful! Even though I am sitting here in heat & humidity , it transcends.
August 5th, 2012 at 9:36 am
Oooooo, niiiiiiiiice!!!! Very prettty!
August 5th, 2012 at 5:31 pm
Beautiful! I wonder if Ryan Locthe would wear it…nah, he has no taste..
August 6th, 2012 at 2:34 pm
Oh, it’s fabulous.
If I didn’t have a large Bohus project on hold, I would get myself this kit right away.
August 6th, 2012 at 6:59 pm
Beautiful. That yarn just looks amazing, and the colors are great, too.
August 28th, 2012 at 6:36 am
Oh, that’s lovely!