The Russian winter

This is the one of the  most used free shawl patterns on Ravelry.

Originally it is from Lion Brand LB Collection OnlinePatterns -South Bay Shawlette. And I had to make it.

I know, I don't need more shawls and hats, but I couldn't resist.

This is so simple and easy project. I finished it in one day.

The pattern is written for advanced intermediate skill level but I think that advanced beginner can manage it. Quick and simple.

If you use mohair yarn as I did, the shawlette will be so soft and light, like a snowflake.

Size: 60cm x113cm

Yarn: 1 skein = 546.0 yards (499.3m) 

 Angora Gold Simli –Alize

(75% Acrylic10% Mohair10% Wool5% Metallic)

Hook size: 4mm

I added silver glass beads at the border. 

The first association when I finished it was Russian winter. :)

I am a big fan of Russian composers and writers, but that is the other story.

So, I will leave you now with this waltz. Enjoy!

Dmitri Shostakovich - Waltz No. 2

Ruffled Lace Scarf

I finally took some pictures of the scarf I finished two weeks ago. It is matching scarf with the beret from my previous post.

The scarf/stole is designed   by Yasuko Sebata and published in Japanese book "Crochet Shawl & Stole & Vest".  I used 3 skins of gray yarn Lucija by Unitas (50% Wool 50% Acrylic), and 1 skin black/silver yarn Jelka by A.P.D.O.O. (72% Acrylic 28% Wool) Hook size: 2,5mm.

The pattern is very nice and easy. Ruffles on the edge makes scarf playful and romantic. Black and silver yarn gives it a touch of elegance. I am very satisfied with this pattern and I might use it a couple of times.

Blue scarf and beret

This is  a scarf  I knitted in December before my trip to Zagreb.
Here in Dubrovnik  I  have not much opportunities to wear hats and scarves.
So,the trip was great opportunity for me  to wear all  scarves,hats and berets I have. And of course to show some new.
The pattern is Easy Lace Stole by Arlene's World of Lace and it is available as a free Ravelry download.
Measurements: 25cm wide and 180cm long.
Needles size: 5mm
Yarn : (100g) 2 balls of Sportivo "Teteks AD"-Tetovo  (50g-210m)

I also made  matching beret. Pattern for beret is the easiest I know.

I added some flowers and embellished them with silver seed beads.
Hook size: 4mm

It was a quick project and I was so happy wearing  new scarf and beret, even it was not cold as I expected.

Pinafore dress

Finally, I took some pictures of a dress I finished back in December. This is a dress/jumper from old Burda magazine (09-2007-121).

Lately I sew only with old patterns. There are two reasons for that: I need some time to accept new trends, and I don't sew enough so I can't finish all my plans from past years. So, for this year the sewing plan is to use all patterns from Simple chic (Japanese book I'm in love :)) and to use at least one pattern from new Burda. (I have a reason to buy  a magazine every month. :) )

Back to dress: This is pull-on knit dress with a deep v-neck and tulip-shaped skirt. It was quick and easy to sew. The fabric I used is heavy gray wool jersey.At first; I was worried it would be too bulky at the bodice. -The lining for bodice is the same wool jersey.-But it is not. I am skinny enough, and some bulky on particular parts of the body is welcome.

The Burda advice is to wear the dress over " a close-fitting turtleneck pullover for the true-to-style look."I love turtlenecks. Since I always freeze, they keep me warm. So, for me, this dress is the perfect garment.

I took size 36 and didn't make any pattern alternation. Here are lots of others dresses with complete reviews and useful construction details.

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I did finally complete the scarf I have started back in September.

And the beret from same yarn.

I am not completely satisfied with the beret.The pattern is so beautiful but it's not noticeable when it is done with this yarn. And the photos are bad.

You can't see the beauty of the shining and sparkling yarn.LOL

I can't resist it.I really love busy prints, colors, sparkling stones, sequins and other kitsch.Period!LOL