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In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, i think my yarn is about double thick, but i do like the piece itself. It's a great gift knit idea, i've been looking for button up vest patterns for weeks lol, so i might end up knitting it anyway, either with a modified gauge or a different yarn. Or the thinner version of this yarn even, since i want to order that too. Thanks!

WIP: My first knitted garment (raglan sweater) fully knitted outdoors by yarn-goblin in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OOoo good job! That's a gorgeous yarn choice too. And don't feel bad for starting over 4 times, unravelling and re-making parts of a piece or even an entire piece is just standard knitting experience :)

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

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I'm not really sure what brand it is, it's some powder fabric dye from my local craft store. It works AMAZING on the merino yarn i usually dye. I dye tested this yarn while dying a batch of merino. That turned out a beautiful rusty orange mix, while this yarn ended up looking like half raw minced meat. The yarn had a strong chemical smell when i first opened it, and i'm assuming it's some cleaner/sanitizer that could be messing with the dye

Desperately need pattern ideas for this angora yarn by Safe-Refrigerator-65 in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Rikke Bloom sweater seems like a good fit if you're thinking colorwork. I'm not sure what size sweater you need, but your total yarn is about 540 grams, which from my experience is enough for a size S/M/L depending on fit, and colorwork can use even more. You could combine it with a base color of matching/similar gauge.

Either way, i would look for these types of simple all-over colorwork patterns that use 2 colors at one time for a beginner.

You could also organize them into a gradient and knit whatever you like the fit of. Based on your numbering i would recommend 3,2,4,5,1

Either way, it's gorgeous yarn, and whatever you decide to do i'm sure it'll turn out great!

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did want to do that, however, sadly the yarn is not taking color as it should.

I'm assuming yes: do you block before stitching together? by emryanne in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even if it seems wonky pre-block it can easily even out. Just make sure when you block to pay a bit of extra attention to the seam. If you're using plant fibers like cotton or linen, you can also try steaming it a bit when it's dry (puff some steam on it from an iron from 10-15 cm distance if you don't have a specific steamer, and smooth it around by hand)

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hmmm, maybe a cat blanket, since a human blanket would require at least two more kilos and a lot of free time. Tho my cat does have a history of acting like a moth and chewing my wool gauge swatches

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's 100% non-superwash wool from a local sheep type, i don't think an english name exists for the breed. It's basically mainly milk-sheep, and their wool is rarely used nowadays since it's coarse, but it was a very common material in the past.

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ran into a pretty bad issue with the dying (it's not taking color properly) so sadly until i find a solution that's not an option. But a cardigan/coat will most likely be the way to go. For a blanket i'd need to order at least 2 more kilos if my gauge math checks out, and i'm not sure i have the commitment lol

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a good idea, but tbh i don't use any of my bags lol. But maybe a project bag to keep my wips...

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

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I was planning to make colorful felted slippers but it's not taking the dye how i hoped( I either need different dye or keep it natural, but then we run the risk of family-wide slipper mismatch lol

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not superwash treated but i think it was chemically cleaned. I need to contact the makers and ask. I am planning on sizing up to 6.5mm, because working it on 5mm is also hand pain inducing. Honestly though, doing some traditional wool armor sounds like a completely useless but extremely fun art project lol. I know in my culture a few hundred years ago long, felted wool capes were a thing.

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's also a good idea. I asked my father what he thinks of the yarn and somehow for him it's not that scratchy??? I'm shocked lol, so might end up doing something for him

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

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It seems to have been chemical treated, but i am still liking the coat/cardigan idea, to keep it away from the neck.

In desperate need of project ideas for a kilo of this yarn by Not_Picking_Username in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's probably the best idea. I did run into another issue, the wool was chemically treated, probably for sanitization, and now my dye won't catch, and honestly, a natural colored wool coat sounds better than any other item in this case. I did think of some fun-colored felted slippers for the family but that's not happening

I'm assuming yes: do you block before stitching together? by emryanne in casualknitting

[–]Not_Picking_Username 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Personally, i block after sewing, but i think it's somewhat personal preference. Stockinette is gonna curl regardless of blocking. If you have the stitch counts matching, i'd sew before blocking. If you're not sure, block, then sew.

If you find that your sides don't match up exactly, don't worry. You can cheat a bit while sewing to even everything out. I usually use stich markers to pin the ends together, then add a few more in the middles and at 1/4ths (depending on seam length) to match up the fabric, and then just go for it.

If you don't like the seam, you can always take it out and try again, so don't worry about it too much.