Joining with Linda again today for Knit a Block a Week Challenge. I wasn't able to post about my square last week, although I did knit a block. So this week I have two blocks to show you.
My first block is Block 56 "Big Heart". I'm sure a lot of people will be knitting & crocheting lots of hearts now that Valentine's Day is near. Did you see my Frozen Heart in yesterday's post?
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This is knit using the intarsia method, which I've not tried before. If you've never knit in intarsia before and want to try this heart, I would suggest reading the instructions at the back of the book before proceeding. Of course, I didn't do that (meh! I can figure this out as I go), but realized too late that a little planning ahead could've saved me a little aggravation later on. Anyway, it all worked out well, and you can see on the back of the block where I twisted the two different yarns together to prevent any gaps between them. This block did curl a little both top & bottom and on the sides, but not too badly ... of course I just cropped the curls right out of the photo because I didn't block it :)
To be honest, I didn't really enjoy knitting the intarsia method when I had four different balls going across the top, but I am easily annoyed if yarn starts getting into a tangle, and I didn't like having four balls of yarn carefully placed all around me as I knit ... you don't want to have to get up in a hurry to run to the phone or anything! I'll probably give it a go again should I come across something I really want to make though.
My second block is Block 197 "Harris".
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It's quite a dense square with a nice nubby texture. This block was easy to knit up and I liked the effect with the variegated yarn peeking out from the dark brown. It didn't curl on any of the edges, which was nice. I can see using this knit stitch for little mug rugs, or a heat pad since it is so dense.
Here are all my Chocolate Peppermint blocks so far ...
If you'd like to see other blocks in this challenge, just click on the link!
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Thanks for stopping by!
Wendy
Eeeeek! 4 balls of yarn at once! I can't even try to get my head around, doing that! :-)
ReplyDeleteBut I love it that you are a don't-read-instructions person. I am soooooooo that way.
Everything is cute, cute, cute, btw. And yes, I did see your Valentine in the snow, yesterday.
How are your muscles today, after all that shoveling????????
Gentle hugs,
Tessa~
Nice!!! I just love seeing your knitted works Wendy! I on the other hand....am not doing so well. I get so aggravated when knitting. I struggle knitting the very first row, (which takes me forever to do and not sure why) then once I start going I loose track if I made a knit stitch or a purl stitch ( cause I can't tell them apart) which messes up the whole thing....so I rip! ( maybe I am not a knitter)
ReplyDeleteLove your little Valentines in the snow.....wow...that's a lot of snow!
xx Shari
Oh my are they ever so stunning friend! The colors and that heart are just so warm and pretty! A job well done! Happy weekend to you friend! Nicole xoxo
ReplyDeleteThese are just amazing! What a talent you have. I love the colors you mixed together. Have a great weekend and happy knitting!
ReplyDeleteLove the look of the Chocolate Peppermint blocks - great colour combination.
ReplyDeleteLovely, warm colour scheme. I know what you mean about Intarsia. I tried it but got tired of chasing balls of wool around. Your heart was worth it though.
ReplyDeleteYour chocolate peppermint blocks are gorgeous! I love that heart especially.
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What fun colors.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of intarsia so I will have to look it up.
Your blocks are all lovely Wendy and they all go so nicely together, I will be trying the heart this week too and the other heart that's in the book, Yes the intarsia method does have you pulling your hair out, but I can stand it for small projects like blocks, can you imagine making a whole blanket or a sweater using this method and some people do! have a great weekend. :)
ReplyDeleteYour squares are coming along very well Wendy! These colours go so well together, especially the combination of the harris and other squares one with the heart. xx
ReplyDeleteOh you are doing so well with your lovely blocks Wendy - I wouldn't have patience either with four lots of wool to manage at one time - bad enough tangle with two, but I guess, like with most things, we get better as we practice! Have a happy weekend, hugs, Joy x
ReplyDeleteThey are gorgeous and look so intricate. I'll be admiring your progress as you go along.
ReplyDeleteEven though ou didn't enjoy the technique.....the reult is fabulous.
ReplyDeletewonderful. I like this idea and I think i am going to check it out. Even I may be able to knit a block a week...if i plan for it.
ReplyDeleteHi Wendy sorry I have been absent for a short while, work as usual dominates my life at present. Your blocks are fantastic - I adore intarsia and did a lot of this a few years ago when I attended Debbie Abraham's workshops. I am popping over to see Linda's blog, you certainly did a fabulous job with your knitting Wendy. Have a lovely weekend, big hugs
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Hi Wendy,
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping to visit me from the GYB party! I see you have been very busy. Wow, your blocks are wonderful.
Lovely squares, Wendy!!! I can already picture them joined together and forming an amazing blanket...
ReplyDeleteYour knitting is so lovely. I CAN knit ... a very little bit.... something that I really find very relaxing, but never seem to accomplish much with it. Always on my bucket list to learn more about, so maybe you can inspire me!
ReplyDeleteCute squares Wendy! 4 balls of yarn....wow! I love the heart <3 xx
ReplyDeleteWendy I am just catching up and your posts and I know you are withered from it but the snow just looks so lovely... we've been battered by storms and flooding and I think to wake up to a winter wonderland just once would be oh so lovely... I tire so quickly of the rain!
ReplyDeleteOn to your knitting... juts fabulous! I love the retro feel to those little squares. They just suit up so well together and they are all so unique, so lovely! I can see a mug being very happily rugged in that stitch too... *coughs* etsy shop! ;) ahha! Have a great day my friend, stay safe and warm and much love for this Valentine's Day! Hazel x
How lovely and delicious this looks, yes, delicious, as the brown yarn reminds me of chocolate and the other yarns of coloured sprinkles on chocolate frosted cupcakes! Adorable, Wendy; nobody would ever think you didn't enjoy this!
ReplyDeleteHave a fun week!
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Poppy
These little knitting projects really would make great mug rugs. I use a dishcloth to hold a bowl of cereal sometimes and this would work well. Love your ideas! Can't look at those amazing cookies...I can't eat sugar! lol Some things I sure do miss! Hugs!
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