April’s gone. It was a tough month for me.
The first day of May, I found wonderful news about my design.
I sent submission for Interweave K nits Summer 2012 last year. Deadlinewas so tight.
But, I worked happily because they selected two of my design for Summer Issue.
I have been granted an extension of the deadline for another week. I was afraid to need more yarn and it’s very hot to hold woolen yarn.
Two of my designs are Sand Dune Cardigan and Flynn Cardigan. Both are very simple and easy level for beginner. They are not showy like my former designs. But, I’m sure they are wearable and comfy.
I know some of knitters got their issue already. Not yet to me. I can’t wait to see this issue.
Sand Dune Cardigan by Maria Leigh
A cute women's cardigan takes its fitted shape from unique side ruching. Piece is knit flat and seamed.
Finished Size 35 (39½, 44, 48½,
52½)" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 35",
modeled with 2-4" of ease.
Yarn Freia Fine Handpaints Sport (100% wool; 145 yd [133 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): purpleheart, 10 (10, 11, 12, 14) balls. Yarn distributed by KnitWhits.
Needles Body and sleeves-size 5 (3.75 mm) straight. Ribbing-size 3 (3.25 mm): straight and 32" or longer circular (cir). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; twelve ½" buttons.
Gauge 22 sts and 32 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles.
Flynn Cardigan by Maria Leigh
A slouchy, oversized cardigan perfect for long walks on the beach. Stripes of lace keep the look feminine. Cardigan is worked in one piece to the underarms.
Finished Size 38 (42, 46½, 50½ , 54¾ )" bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 38", modeled with plenty of ease.
Yarn Debbie Bliss Amalfi (70% cotton, 15% viscose, 10% linen, 5% silk; 109 yd [100 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #32014 coral, 15 (16, 18, 20, 22) balls. Yarn distributed by Knitting Fever.
Needles Body and sleeves-size 6 (4 mm): 24" circular and set of double-pointed (dpn). Bands-size 4 (3.5 mm): straight. Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; stitch holder; six ⅞" buttons.
Gauge 22 sts and 29 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles.
Finally, I finished write up pattern “new fence” and my friend sent me wonderful shots. It tooks over 3 years. I will up road new fence pattern on my ravelry pattern store within few days. I’ve got help from many knitters for all size testing. Thanks for their patience.
It will be a busy month. I’m still work at the store twice a week and have to work for winter season. Lots of deadline’s waiting me. Friends are bugging me that when they can see my new designs. But, I’m happy. Life is exiting and I’m still young.
