Let me introduce you my new neighbor flatmate: Totoro! In fact, there are 13 Totoros sitting on the yoke of my jumper.
It all started from Ravelry: I was searching for a new pattern of something warm and cuddly. First I saw the original Paper Dolls by Kate Davies, Scottish knitwear designer. But then my eyes caught one of the jumper's variations: TOTORO! On the same day, I ran to the yarn shop. Thus began two weeks of Totoro-mania, because not only did I knit Totoro, but I also watched the movie and sang karaoke Totoro songs.
If you don't know Kate Davies and if you are into knitting or pictures of gorgeous Scottish scenarios, I would tell you: go check out her site! Several more of Kate's designs are on my knitting list; seriously, who can resist?????
I knitted size 5 without major changes. But I should've done 4 for the lower body and 6 for the upper body to accommodate my swimmer's shoulders. Well, it's not that bad after all. I also decided to go for the long sleeves
From doing this project, I've acquired three new techniques: knitting i-cord cast on and bind off, stranded color work and wrap & turn technique, which considerably improved not only the knitting experience but also the look of the finished garment
The thread for this jumper is an amazing mix of 80% wool and 20% LAMB LINEN from Avril: 1200m of the main color, and less than 100m of the two contrasting colors.
NO, no, I did not forget about sewing! Yesterday I even accepted a sewing dare from Gillian which is to finish my Matthew Williamson dress by the end of next week!
It all started from Ravelry: I was searching for a new pattern of something warm and cuddly. First I saw the original Paper Dolls by Kate Davies, Scottish knitwear designer. But then my eyes caught one of the jumper's variations: TOTORO! On the same day, I ran to the yarn shop. Thus began two weeks of Totoro-mania, because not only did I knit Totoro, but I also watched the movie and sang karaoke Totoro songs.
If you don't know Kate Davies and if you are into knitting or pictures of gorgeous Scottish scenarios, I would tell you: go check out her site! Several more of Kate's designs are on my knitting list; seriously, who can resist?????
I knitted size 5 without major changes. But I should've done 4 for the lower body and 6 for the upper body to accommodate my swimmer's shoulders. Well, it's not that bad after all. I also decided to go for the long sleeves
From doing this project, I've acquired three new techniques: knitting i-cord cast on and bind off, stranded color work and wrap & turn technique, which considerably improved not only the knitting experience but also the look of the finished garment
The thread for this jumper is an amazing mix of 80% wool and 20% LAMB LINEN from Avril: 1200m of the main color, and less than 100m of the two contrasting colors.
Ahhhhh!! I love this! It's so, so cute! I love Kate Davies, too!
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with this sweater! So cute! Great job!
ReplyDeleteWow. This is seriously gorgeous. And Cosy. mmmm.
ReplyDeleteDamn all you people who can knit, I intensely dislike you!!
Don't despair! Knitting is easier than sewing. You can learn knitting using tons of online ressources including YouTube. But I would be also willing to show some basics, if you like!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! It was fun knitting it :)
ReplyDeleteWow wow! Your jumper is amazingly knitted and cute to boot. So happy to hear the you have been dared to finish your Matthew Williamson dress.
ReplyDeleteOh. My. God. I need to learn how to knit. And then I shall sing Tototro... to.. to... ro... over and over again whilst I make the world's best jumper. It looks amazing!!! Well done!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure it is! But I have this wierd mental block that's stopping me from starting. I've even got a box full of beautiful yarns to boot. One day... and I'll never turn down a superior willing to share knowledge ;-)
ReplyDeleteStunning, I agree, i must improve my knitting so I can knit cool jumpers too! amazeeeeeeee
ReplyDeleteO_O I'm speechless! Oh I wish I have the patience and ability to knit like you!
ReplyDeleteIt's not true! Your knitting skills are amazing! Too bad we don't see much scarfs and mittens coming out your needles!
DeleteWow! That's awesome!!!! Have you been getting lots of comments about it from people on the street?
ReplyDeleteI'm impressed with the dare you chose for yourself - It's a toughie! Can't wait to see you dress tho - and I imagine it will be nice to have it done and no longer guilting you to finish! :)
Gorgeous jumper! And such a good fit. Definitely highlighted why I want to learn to knit x
ReplyDelete"Aaaa Totoro! Kawaii!!!" and giggles: typical reaction here.
ReplyDeleteYour determination for this challenge can move mountains! Thank you :)
Cute jumper! It looks great :)
ReplyDeleteGanbatte!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you made this. Looks immaculate!
ReplyDeleteEsta perfecto!!!!! Madre mía... tus agujas son mágicas!
ReplyDeleteAmazing jumper! Очень по-японски, с Тоторо:))
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