An obvious solution for the "ornament" challenge is jewelry! This is almost too easy, as I have been thinking on a new pair of earrings for a few weeks now. It almost feels like cheating, as I didn't have to wrack my brain over what I could do. However, it makes up for Day 7's challenge that took me a few days to figure out before it came in like a lightning bolt. Sometimes though, even a simple thing can take on aspects of complexity. Dabbler that I am, I have tried using carpet thread for a few past projects that I wanted to dangle and have freedom of movement. After a few wears, the thread has stretched. so, I made a quick stop at the nearby bead store to make inquiries about what I ought to use to get this limp noodley result. What I was told was to use a nylon thread. It looks just like that nasty stuff that they used to sew into garments and the ends would poke out mercilessly attacking any skin within reach. I already tried some of that stuff years ago. It doesn't hold up well against wear, breaking easily. So, I am paused, once again looking for a solution.
In the meantime, I have been working on the Aruba sweater. The front is finished now.
I love the colors and textures of your Aruba sweater - I am currently half way into a Knit a Beach wrap (for the Ravelry summer of the traveling wrap thread) - I used blues in the cobalt and ultramarine families but I are really drawn to your aquas and turquoises. I look forward to seeing the finished sweater.
ReplyDeleteMe again - I should have edited my post for mistyping. LOL! Also, I meant to ask you what yarns you are using - the white looks like a ribbon with little tags? Thanks
ReplyDeleteChris, I am not sure how this commenting works and whether you will see an email response or what happens. I will try to pm you in Ravelry so that you do get this message. I have used several yarns. Also, in the mix is the use of "strippons," which is one of those crazy terms that evolved one day when Jane Thornley and I were conversing. This is simply thin strips of fabric repurposed into yarn. There are a number of ways to connect the strips, and that is just preference. I usually just do a square knot with ends of about an inch to flutter. I have seen some much longer than that. There are turquoise strippons, and cream and also tan. When I am finished, I will do some close-up photos!
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