Friday, June 18, 2010
Straw into Gold
The name "Straw into Gold" for this piece was suggested to me by my wonderful test knitter, Lisa. She said that, as she was knitting this shawl with Handmaiden's Flaxen, it felt as though she were knitting straw into gold.
There is double luxury in this pattern number 3 of the Linen Collection. First, the design itself which is an example of bias knitting. Beginning with just a few stitches and using strategically placed increases and decreases, this pattern grows in a diagonal fashion, transforming the lace stitch pattern as it is worked.
But more importantly, bias knitting emphasizes the element of drape. This stole will not fall off your shoulders. And it will hang in elegant folds which emphasize movement and its diagonal structure.
Secondly, the yarn is pure heaven: Handmaiden's Flaxen, a beautiful blend of silk and linen which is a joy to work with. And absolutely delicious to wear.
This combination of classic design with an elegant linen-based yarn that will last forever is the basis of an heirloom project.
Kits for making your own Straw into Gold are available in four colour choices.
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