Pure Linen Love!

-
 I think I've said it before, but I'll say it again....
I  L O V E Rowan's Pure Linen!

The sheen of the fibre, the shades are subtle yet strong,
the fabric it creates has presence...
you know you are wearing it, and it drapes beautifully.

If you haven't tried Pure Linen....get yourself to your LYS and pick some up. There are 11 subtle shades...8 original and 3 new ones added this season, including the blue I am wearing here, Patagonian! Then there is the bright orange, Monte and the gold, Simpson. It was so hard to decide, but this seems to be my "blue" knit phase!


Lisa Richardson created the designs in the Pure Linen Collection last year....all classic summer shapes to knit and wear forever!






This sweater is the "Trinity" design from this collection.

The pattern as written is perfect!

My only modification was to the neckline. I loved the shape and depth of the V as is, so instead of doing a ribbed finish...I just picked up and immediately cast off the neckline stitches, for a clean minimalist finish.

While I truly wanted to glam up this top with some beads and Swarovski crystals, I realized that I would be able to wear it more often if I left it plain. 

 This way I can put on a necklace like this great one I picked up at Springridge Farm (not only do they grow/sell fabulous Strawberries, they have a terrific gift shop and a wonderful selection of jewellery, and it's just down the road!)
























Rowan Magazine 57 features designs that use Pure Linen in conjunction with other fabulous Rowan yarns, and a top designed for your crocheters!

I went through Ravelry and found some Pure Linen projects to give you (and me) inspiration!


This is my second Rowan Pure Linen knit.
Here is my first, from last summer....Mermaid in Byron Bay!
I love Pure Linen and could happily have a top in each shade!
I'm going through my vacation photos and will do a write up or two here...just in case any of you want to arm chair travel with me!

 Until then,

 Happy Knitting,

 Anne
(with Lackie and Daisy by her feet)
Luckily we got home from vacation in time to catch the peonies in bloom.
I love them, they are so P I N K! 

Comments

  1. kristieinbc18 June 2015 at 22:24

    That sweater is stunning, Anne! I love that shade of blue, and it suits you really well. Knitting with the Rowan Linen is on my knitting to do list, and when I do tackle a project I'm pretty sure that's the shade I'll buy. Looking forward to seeing your holiday photos!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. life ldc20 June 2015 at 11:47

      Thanks Kristie! This blue is spectacular....love it...I think you will too!

      Delete
  2. Anonymous20 June 2015 at 05:58

    Anne, I love your new Trinity. And the colour suits you fabulous!

    ReplyDelete
  3. azwoolgirl21 June 2015 at 18:57

    I love your sweater Anne!!!

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Got something to add? I love it when you join the conversation!

Popular posts from this blog

Fine Art Aran Giveaway Update!

-
Image
There have been some good guesses as to what design I will knit out of the ... "Simple Shapes Fine Art Aran"   Durkar seems to be the clear winner in your guesses....but I am NOT knitting Durkar....hmmm, maybe I should be :) GIVEAWAY UPDATE! Since nobody has picked the design I am knitting.....I am going to change it up! This is my blog....so I can do that :) So now, tell me what design you'd like to make from the " Simple Shapes Fine Art Aran " booklet....click through on the link above and go to the Rowan web site...have a look!  Then leave a comment below with your favourite design.....for a chance to win my extra skeins of Fine Art Aran! Everyone who has already commented on my original post is entered in the draw for my extra skeins of and yes, you CAN enter again!  I might have 4 (or even 5!) extra skeins....so this is a great opportunity to "win" this yarn! Anyone who also guesses what I'm knitting will get an ext...
Read more

Bead Whimsey!

-
Image
Rainshadow Hanging Garden Stole sample beaded bracelets for the workshop! examples of how colour and beads work together! Rolling Thunder Gauntlets Fluency Gloves Dryad, by Sivia Harding for Twist Collective, Winter 2009 a personal favourite right now :) Lumen, by Sivia Harding for Brooklyn Tweed's Wool People 4! Bead Whimsey with Sivia Harding That was the name of the class that I took at the Toronto Knitters Frolic.  I have attended many workshops in my time, so it takes a special workshop to catch my attention. Do you know her? I have to admit, I wasn't aware of Sivia's work until it was announced that she was the special guest for the Frolic. When I did some research on line, I was intrigued by her beaded knits and signed up right away! "Bead Whimsey" did not disappoint! Sivia brought so many examples of her beaded knits. We talked about the different beads available out in the bead wor...
Read more

Win a skein of Rowan Fine Art Aran!

-
Image
AND THE WINNER IS...... SARA HANSON! I've just sent a message to Sara. Thank you everyone who entered this draw, and all of you who visit LifeLackaDaisiCal... I really appreciate it! Anne **********************************   I AM ENJOYING READING ALL OF THE COMMENTS... KEEP THEM COMING...EVERY COMMENT WILL BE ENTERED!   PLEASE, PROVIDE A RAVELRY NAME OR E-MAIL....   The "Zen" Competition I loved working with +RowanYarns  Fine Art Aran....and I want you to have a chance to try it! Fandango (550) Want to WIN  a skein of  +RowanYarns  Fine Art Aran? All you have to do is.... tell me..... WHAT DO MY HUBBY  AND SHERLOCK (as portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch) SHARE IN COMMON? Need a reminder?  Have another look at my "The Zen in Fine Art" blog post... 5.asset.soup.io To enter, leave your answer in a comment  on this blog post.  For a bonus ...
Read more