Sunday was a beautiful day in Melbourne. We got a taste of the delightful days ahead before today plunged back into chilly and showers. Clare decided to give her new cardigan its first outing.
It’s the Clarity cardigan from the Spring 2010 issue of Interweave Crochet. Doris Chan designed it, and I love it! I crocheted the size S/6 (27″ chest size) for Clare. It didn’t grow as much as I had anticipated in blocking, but will be perfect for this spring and summer.
The yarn is NaturallyCaron.com Spa, which is an acrylic/bamboo blend. It has proved to me that like wool, acrylic can vary enormously in quality – this yarn was delightful to use. I bought it through American Yarns Online. The buttons are vintage – I can’t remember where I found them.
It took less than two 100g balls to make this cardi, and just over two weeks of occasional crochet time. I couldn’t do this one on public transport – I had to pay attention to the pattern – but it has been a very satisfying garment to crochet. I’m going to make one for Stella!
Clare is off in the country with her grandparents for a few days. The house is much quieter without her! Stella spoke to her on the phone tonight and completely unprompted said “Hello Clare – I miss you all the time”. What a special bond they have.
LOVE that cardigan! And have plenty of that Spa yarn, too. I haven’t yet crocheted a garment (other than scarves and wrist warmers) but I do have a 6 y.o. daughter who might enjoy such a cardi. You have inspired me to give it a go.
It heartens me that your girls are loving (though I know you say they bicker a good bit, too). I have a 12 y.o. son, and he and my daughter are CONSTANTLY squabbling. I know they love each other but little moments such as you just described are way too rare.
Happy Monday!
its so cute ! I have been afraid to start making clothing ( i stick to scarves, hats and household) but i would love to make this !
How adorable!
loving everything about this cardi! the colour is very Stella.
those special moments bring a tear to a mother’s eye, bless!
I’ve been meaning to ask you about a Spring cardi pattern with sleeves…. must come over and rummage through your crochet books again. (May I invite myself like that?).
Oh I’ve been looking admiringly at that pattern in the mag, so its great to see you’ve made it up!! I love the colour you’ve chosen, fabulous!
Why make one for Stella – we’re coming in to Summer and she will fit this one next Autumn. Make a bigger one for Clare … but next year. It’s a lovely cardi – well done. xx Really wish at times I had a girl.
So lovely your kids!! I liked the cardi a lot! and as always I love your pictures and the tenderness on your girl face!
It’s beautiful…she’s beautiful. x
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