Sunday afternoon ... after a full day of sewing and a few chores (laundry still waiting for me!), I'm finally able to sit down and get a quick post written to join with Jennifer of Thistlebear in her Winter Project link party! Thank you Jennifer for hosting this party.
I've decided to start on the cable cushion cover for my first winter project. I have made two other cushion covers, and my daughter liked them so much that she has requested a knitted cushion for her bedroom. While she was home for reading week in October, we went to the store and she picked out the colour she wanted. The photos don't show the colour well at all, but it is a very pretty dark wine / burgundy in pure wool.
I started knitting the back of the cushion first in this interesting embossed pattern from a stitch book I have. It's cleverly called "embossed blocks". This is what I have got done so far with a few quiet evenings the last few weeks. I have to keep track of every row in the 20-row pattern repeat, but it's not a difficult pattern to knit. I've only had to rip back to a mistake once so far ;) (and that was enough!).
My daughter chose this pattern for the back, and for the front she has chosen the most complicated cable pattern in my book! It's called the "triple twist cable" ... doesn't that sound lovely?! One large triple twist will be in the centre, with two smaller "five rib braid" cables running up the sides. I've sorted out how to incorporate the two different cables, but I'll have to knit on the front with no distractions so that I don't botch it up! I'm actually looking forward to the challenge.
I'm always curious to know what patterns look like on the wrong side. So if you're like me, this is the wrong side of embossed blocks ...
... it kind of looks like cables too!
Actually, this would make a nice pattern for a blanket
since the wrong side looks just about as nice as the front :)
Be sure to hop over to Thistlebear to see what others have been working on for their winter projects!
Thanks for stopping by!
Wendy
Your daughter's cushion will be lovely, Wendy. I love the embossed pattern you have chosen. The back does look as good as the front, which as you say would knit up into a lovely blanket. Have a lovely week filled with happy knitting.
ReplyDeleteYou.....are an excellent knitter....beautiful work!
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Cheers!
Linda :o)
That is a very interesting pattern! And I agree about the reverse side, too.
ReplyDeleteReally nice! Lucky daughter :)
This morning I finished a pair of socks that I've been working on every night for nearly 2 weeks, and tonight I don't know what to do with myself! If I wake up in the wee hours and can't get back to sleep (the usual scenario) I will probably have to get up and dig out some yarn and cast on something...anything!
It seems odd to think of you in the middle of a winter project when here we are sweltering away in November humidity. Knitting is restricted to early morning and late evening here from now on as we head into summer.
ReplyDeleteThat pattern looks gorgeous and your stitching is so neat!
Sarah x
That pattern is so pretty, even on the "wrong" side, and the color is gorgeous, too!
ReplyDeleteI think this pattern would make a perfect blanket - with enough patience! I find shades of red are difficult to capture on camera. It is so nice of you to make a cushion to order for you daughter. Have a lovely week.
ReplyDeleteThat is going to be a fabulous cushion... and what a gorgeous deep shade of red.
ReplyDeleteIt's looking great, two lovely patterns. I like the idea of having a different pattern on the back to the front, your daughter will be able to turn the cushion round when she fancies a change. It's so hard to capture some colours on camera, isn't it? I find it better if I take whatever I'm trying to photograph outdoors, especially at this time of year with the low light levels. Looking forward to watching you progress with this project.
ReplyDeleteHi Wendy,Love the pattern and the texture on the reverse side is very interesting and, the colour is beautiful too. You are a great knitter!!
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What a lovely autumn/Christmas colour that red is. It looks similar to the red my daughter has chosen for a winter hat I've yet to start. That knitting is way beyond my skill level so I can only admire your talent! Very impressive, it's going to be a very special cushion!
ReplyDeleteOh! I love the texture this pattern creates! And it is pretty on both sides! Love it!
ReplyDeleteOh! I love the texture this pattern creates! And it is pretty on both sides! Love it!
ReplyDeleteI really like the pattern and the colors.
ReplyDeleteI like that Wendy it's lovely, I can't wait to see the other side. :) xx
ReplyDeleteThat's a lovely pattern Wendy, can't wait to see the cables for the front. I'm always looking at the back of a pattern, especially if it is a scarf and you will see both sides. Happy knitting.
ReplyDeletethat is so gorgeous Wendy ! perfect autumn colour...Gail x
ReplyDeleteOMG Wendy!!! It is fabulous!!! Such wonderful work. Both the front and back are beautiful aren't they!! Your daughter is very lucky to have such a wonderful Mom as you! xx
ReplyDeleteHello to another Canadian knitter! Your photos of Algonquin make me homesick for our cottage :-)
ReplyDeleteYour cushion cover is going to absolutely beautiful and your daughter is a lucky duck!!
I do envy those who can knit well, as you do. The patterns are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful, Wendy! Your daughter is going to treasure it, I'm sure! xo Karen
ReplyDeleteOh oh what an impressive pattern !!!! very good job Wendy, so fab ! Have a lovely day !
ReplyDeleteDear Wendy,
ReplyDeleteI feel exactly like Lorrie, I envy those that can knit well too, and you do!
Your Winter projects are always beautiful.
xo
Jemma
Hi Wendy, thank you for joining in with my link party! This cushion is so beautiful already. I love the color and the way the cables puff out on the right side. It's going to be a beautiful and interesting piece for your daughter's bed. You're so talented. I hope you're having a good week, take care.
ReplyDeleteThat's an amazing pattern! I love it, it looks amazing on both sides!
ReplyDeleteThis looks incredible already! The colour is so rich. Now I am really intrigued to see how you knit the front of the cushion.
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Hi Wendy, it´s wonderfull work! I can not knit and I admire everyone, who it can.
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Have a nice day, Jitka
What an interesting pattern, they are going to be really unique. I think they are fabulous. Jo x
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This is pretty, Wendy! And how very nice that your own daughter appreciates your work :-)
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I saw the Winter Project Link Party at thistlebear's blog and was thinking of joining...it might encourage me to finish the afghan I've been working on since last fall. :)
ReplyDeleteThe knitted cushion is lovely and you're doing a beautiful job. I'm sure your daughter will love it.
Hope you're having a good weekend!
Wendy, your daughter has the utmost faith in you to be able to create a gorgeous cushion! And clearly, you are up for the challenge! I am so impressed with your knitting!
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