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Some time ago I posted that I got a number of cones thin yarn for knitting machines. I knitted a jumper for my granddaughter (swatch picture 4), crocheted a lap-size blanket (start of it picture 3), did a second one with different coloured stripes (picture 2) and now crocheted a South Bay shawl (picture 1). I loved the pattern.
The shawl looks gigantic, but the dress-boy is child size.
One of the component threads (the one on the right in picture 5) is about 3 times the thickness of the other two yarns. That cone has shrunk considerably not so the other two :(
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ansienaude
09 Aug 2016
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it looks awsome and you will use it all luv the colours in your lap blanket your patience will pay in the end enjoy
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Oh my goodness, you have been busy. And you still have lots of yarn to use up! Your work is beautiful
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Well done! I still have quite a few cones as well.......
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These are only 3 of the 4 reds, there are about 10 whites and off-whites, some blues - two banana cardboard boxes in total.
I might even consider using that old knitting machine :)
I might even consider using that old knitting machine :)
I wish I still had mine!
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basketkase
09 Aug 2016
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These are all stunning.......the tank top I just posted was done with machine knit yarn.....it gives a nice drape, right?
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It does.
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crafter2243
09 Aug 2016
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You have been a busy lady.
Oh my Martine. My knitting machine has not seen the daylight since I moved and now I would not know where to put it, since the embroidery machines have taken over. However I have lots of cone and hand knitting yarns. Nice thing about cone ones you can double, triple ... them to make them the thickness you need for a project.
Oh my Martine. My knitting machine has not seen the daylight since I moved and now I would not know where to put it, since the embroidery machines have taken over. However I have lots of cone and hand knitting yarns. Nice thing about cone ones you can double, triple ... them to make them the thickness you need for a project.
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Thank you.
I can set it up in a small guest room - we have not downsized after the children moved out so there is a spare. The machine has not been used in years and need some TLC before use. I'd love to try some lace on it.
I can set it up in a small guest room - we have not downsized after the children moved out so there is a spare. The machine has not been used in years and need some TLC before use. I'd love to try some lace on it.
Hopefully the foam rubber has not deteriorated. I would not know where to get parts for the machine. Brother has stopped making them long time ago.
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WOW!!!! I do crochet but could never get the hang of knitting. They are all gorgeous!
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I love the shawl in picture 5, and the knitted piece in picture 4, actually I love them all. You've done so much with your time here Martine, well done. The crochet pattern for the lap size blanket is wonderful. Love Chris
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wow, they are very pretty!! great job , compliments for you :)
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graceandham
10 Aug 2016
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Beautiful work. Tried knitting (with needles) one time and didn't enjoy - stayed tense. Also tried crochet. Love lots of other kinds of needlework, but think I'll leave the knitting and crochet to you!
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wickedstitchery
27 Aug 2016
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I still have a knitting machine and lots of cones, and when I have time I make something... but this year its been too busy. Being creative is so satisfying I can understand the pleasure when you have a finished garment. These items look beautiful.
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What wonderful things you have made. I love, love, love the shawl!
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All of your knitting and items are so nice,mops. My favorite is the multicolored blanket and the shawl is a close second.-lol- I freeze and anything for warmth!
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clintonmiss22
08 Sep 2016
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Beautiful! I never learned to knit. I used to crochet a little, but nothing that had to sized. I did shawls and blankets.
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Oh my word, you have been busy. They are all lovely. Hugs Yvonne x