Gee's Cabin

Pattern Info

This project was designed by Laura Nelkin.
Info can be found at:
Gee's Cabin »

Category: Knitting

Type of item: Accessory

For: Unisex

Style: Retro / Vintage, Mod, Funky, Casual, Whimsical

Materials

Lace OR DK weight yarn: 230 yards Color A 115 yards Colors B + C OR 230 yards Color B Lace Weight- Set of 5 US size 5 [3.75 mm] double pointed ndls US size 6 32 and 60 circular [4 mm] ndl or interchangeable needles with multiple length cords DK Weight- Set of 5 US size 7 [4.5 mm] double pointed ndls US size 7 32 and 60 circular [4.5 mm] ndl or interchangeable needles with multiple length cords ALL Tapestry ndl Smooth scrap yarn & Size G [4.5mm] crochet hook for Provisional Cast On Optional: Markers: 1 for end of rnd, 3 for corners YARN USED Rowan Kidsilk Haze (70% Mohair, 30% Silk; 25g] / 229 yds) A- Thrace, B- Naval Campaign OR Alisha Goes Around Pulchritude of Peacocks (80% SW Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon; 110g] / 230 yds) A- Thrace, B- Naval Campaign, C- Eggplanty

What was your inspiration?

Log Cabin Knitting AND the quilts of Gee's Bend... you can read more about my inspiration here: http://nelkindesigns.blogspot.com/2011/09/gees-cabin-free-pattern.html

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Have fun choosing colors and make sure they contrast enough to each other otherwise the striping will get lost!