KAUNI NEWS FLASH

After searching high and low for a source for the Estonian Kauni Eferktgarn EQ yarn I have finally located it at http://www.knitpurl.com/ in Oregon. They have a superb selection of Colinette, Malabrigo, Manos del Uruguay and Habu Textiles silk and stainless steel in several colors. I intend to use the Kauni for a shawl and the Habu for a scarf.

SILVER WIRE

This was an experiment I tried initially with knitting needles. I found the wire too unwieldy. A crochet needle needle worked better, but I find the design too uninteresting to repeat. Perhaps a finer gauge would work better though there is the chance that it would break too often. I have just ordered some of Habu Textile's stainless steel and silk yarn which should lend itself to a more visually attractive project.

LIFE IS A WIP

Watch Matt Beynon Rees talk about his new novel.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcAnapnXjvQ
Red cotton jacket, Plymouth yarn Ribbit scarf.

REVISITING THE BELLINI

The Bellini can be buttoned to be worn as a cuff. Thread a ribbon rhrough its upper edge , center the button amid the folds, pull the ribbon and presto, it becomes a neat flower than can be pinned to a lapel or to a hat.

EVERY DAY'S VALENTINE'S DAY

Kisses in the morning, the warmth of a fire, wild cherry wood, a red hat, a red heart, red flowers, a purple bouquet, white wine, mango ice cream, brownies, a card from a friend. All mine.

BELLINI IS MORE THAN A DRINK

There are Bellinis and Bellinis--the painter and his works, the pureed peach and champagne drink and this half of a set of ruffled cotton cuffs ornamented with clear seed beads. All are appropriate for Valentine's Day. Though attaching the beads to the edge of the cuff is somewhat fidgety work, the crochet is simple enough for a beginner. I designed this pattern and I will write down if anyone wants it.

This work-in progress is an inexpensive warmer weather alternative to the Mrs. Beeton's Cuffs found at www,knitty.com The latter calls for Rowan Kidsilk Spray in in Vino, available for $ 14.95 at http://www.jimmybeanswool.com/ and Rowan Cashsoft DK in Opulence, available at http://www.purlsoho.com/ for $ 9.50

Check back for !Salero! the flamenco inspeired version of the Bellini.

CASE IN POINT

Recently completed cotton needlecase and quiver of my own design.