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blanket, bridger cowl, cowl, handmade, Knitting, moss and diamond blanket, on my needles, tweed yarn in Oatmeal, winter is coming
Winter is still months away, but I could not resist this stunning tweed yarn in Oatmeal, and have started a blanket for next winter.
Yes, can you believe it, a blanket! I did knit a blanket many years ago, and it was that very same blanket this kick started this blog. That blanket was a gift, and I have not done anything as big since.
The blanket I have now started, is probably not as big as the first one, as I just want a medium sized blanket that is soft and comfy and cozy to keep around for when you want to just pull something over you.
I knit it inbetween my other projects, and I have a few months to go before we have winter here in Johannesburg again. It will probably on my needles until close to winter then.
In the meantime I am working on a quick and easy and very pretty little cowl for myself, using the most stunning Manos Del Urugay Handspun Pure Wool. The pattern is the Bridger Cowl. It is pretty and informal, and I can see it getting lots of use in the winter.
I also tried my hand (after years, actually centuries) at tapestry work. I can not remember when the last time was I actually did a tapestry. This one was a swap gift and I am now starting to work on it. It was most pleasant and peaceful, not to much effort, and I am starting to get the hang of it again.
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I feel the need to make another blanket – I haven’t made a single one this year which is unusual for me! The oatmeal colour you’re using is a great neutral shade that will look good with anything. Maybe I should think along those lines for my next one?
Thank you. I like the colour as well. It is well suited to my home, and will suit the living area the best.
I have not knitted a blanket for a long time, and am pretty pleased with myself. 🙂
Well done to you for making them on a much more regular basis. 🙂
I hope this one will be the start of many more.
Adore that oatmeal colorway! It’s okay that Winter is still months away, especially since this beauty will be ready for when it’s here
Thank you so much. I am loving the colour, it seems to just go with so much in my home. And I do plan to work on the blanket and be ready for winter. 🙂 even though its pretty hot here in South Africa at the moment.
Lovely yarn and great idea to start a big project well ahead of needing it. I’m curious about tapestry. What makes tapestry tapestry? If you see what I mean. Is it that you use yarn instead of silk threads?
Thank you. lol. I know what you mean, but am not sure that makes it a “tapestry”. I would think it has a lot to do with the fabric, which is not really a fabric at all, its like a slightly hard woven mesh, with the picture pre-printed on it. Also the tapestry is done with a type of wool like yarn, not threads or silks. And the idea is for all your stitches to be same size and slant in the same direction. 🙂 Hope that makes sense. 🙂
Your blanket looks so warm and comfy cozy already! Love the color and the pattern is wonderful! Love the yarn you are using to make your cowl. That too looks so soft and warm. Can’t wait to see them both progress. Glad you found the needlework nice and relaxing. It looks wonderful!
Thank you. Making good progress. Shall post soon with new photos. 🙂
Wonderful projects to keep you busy.
Thank you so much. 🙂
Your blanket is beautiful. I can’t wait to watch your WIP’s progress
Thank you. Love the knitting on the blanket. 🙂