Alternative scarf
Soft knit cowls with a twist are definitely one of my favorite things for 2010. I have made 4 for myself, 2 for Claire, 1 for Gail, 1 for Carol, 1 for Susan and 1 for Mom.
Cowl neck lines were popular in the late 1970s. I noticed a few in stores last year. This project came in my sight with an instruction sheet on how easy they are to make by knitting. It is a wonderful accessory for a cold office and the softer the yarn the better.
I most often used “Homespun” by Lion Brand Yarn. The content is 98% acrylic and 2 % polyester. The texture makes the basic garter stitch feel luxurious. The color blends are beautiful.
http://www.lionbrand.com and http://www.shawlministry.com both feature the prayer shawl concept and suggested patterns. I am thinking “future project”.
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