I’m so happy to have finished my Lyme Regis Scarf. It turned out perfect and I truly look forward to wearing it before it gets too hot here in Phoenix! I ended up using almost all of my handspun and would say that I only have about 2 yards left over, if that much.
Finished Scarf Measurement: 4″ wide by 60″ in length
Display: On the garden wall.
A close up view.
I did not tell you all, but about a week ago I decided I needed an Easter Bonnet and casted on the Vivian Hat by Lisa Cruse. I used my stash of Shepherd’s Classic 100% Wool in Lupine for this project and will be trimming my hat in brown ribbons and attaching a large brown rose. This is a super easy project and that I think knitter’s of all ages would enjoy. For those of you new to felting, Lisa has a great tutorial on her website with step by step instructions, as well as tips, for felting.
Before felting:
Side view
Top view
Then I felted the finished hat using a small amount of detergent, hot water and a pair of old jeans. I checked it through out the cycle to make sure it didn’t shrink too much and was quite pleased with the results.
After felting:
Side View
Top view
Now for the embellishments! For those of you who have not seen a finished Vivian Hat, I truly suggest you view the finished projects on Ravelry. I love the use of ribbon, flowers and embroidery that many knitters used for their hats, giving you tons of inspiration and creative ideas!
For me, I love the mix of blue with a deep chocolate brown and have chosen a dark chocolate grosgrain ribbon that I will top with a decorative ruffled trim. I purchased three fabric roses, one is a dark chocolate and the other two a cream and light beige. After holding up the roses next to the hat, the chocolate rose won!
Dark chocolate ribbon and roses for embellishment
My Easter Bonnet should be completed this weekend and it will be fun to wear for Easter!
Do you enjoy felting? If so, what types of projects have you made?
Until next time, happy knitting, crocheting, spinning and crafting!
The scarf came out perfect, and isn’t it wonderful that you had enough homespun to finish it too. That’s super, so Congratulations!!
I love the hat, and I do hope you will be sharing a “finished” photo with us too. I’m afraid I’ve never had a very imaginative mind, while at the same time being a very visual type of person. LOL So I need to see things to know exactly how they appear. It does sound as though it’s going to be very lovely.
Sandie I will be sharing a photo of my hat when it’s all finished and hubby said he’s going to take my photo
You are very imaginative, you’ve proved it on your projects that you share on your blog. Thank you so much !
I love the colors of your handspun and the finished scarf is beautiful. Can’t wait to see your finished Easter hat. I’ve never felted on purpose
but have it on my list of things to learn and do. Thanks for the tutorial link.
Janet felting is quite fun and I love it! Thank you so much on the compliments and I truly hope the link helps you out for a future felting project
Your scarf turned out just PURRRfect! I can’t believe you’ll be able to wear it yet this (winter) season. Haha! You know, it’s still winter for some of us. Ughs!
Your hat plans are fantastic. You have so much talent!
hugz
Well… it is getting warmer, but I’m determined to wear it! Thank you oodles dearest Wen
Oh I love your scarf and the flared ends really give it that extra touch. I also love how your hat felted up perfectly and with the ribbon and flower, its really going to be gorgeous.
Thank you Ginny and I’m hoping my hat turns out like I want it too
Your scarf is beautiful, I like the ends. Your hat is also beautiful, very elegant I think.
Thank you all the way around Elisabeth
I can’t wait to get it embellished.
Wow. My sister is just back from a trip to Phoenix Arizona and she says it’s already too hot for knitting! You are nothing if not persistent.
As for felting, here’s a recent felted project:
http://www.ravelry.com/projects/Nic/naomh-leabhair
I love it Nic and so agree
Great project girl!
I’m always so scared to felt, but that hat is really pretty! I think it’s going to look very elegant and victorian once the trimmings are added.
Once you get the hang of it, it’s quite easy Lolly. Thank you so much
Your scarf is beautiful, and I’m anxiously awaiting the photo of you wearing your felted hat. I’ve never tried felting…I have a front loading washer and guess it’s pretty difficult to check on the “felting” process. You’re very creative!
Thank you Darlene!
Tina, I am in love with those hats…I’ve never tried to do any felting – but, you know I am going to have to try because this hat is just screaming my name…
I so want to see your finished product – it is going to be awesome I am sure…
Aren’t the hats fun! I’ve wanted to make one for ages and can’t wait to finish mine. You need to make one too, it’s easy and a quick knit
Your scarf is yummy perfection! And that cloche … it is going to be gorgeous with the ribbon and the rose. Not only do I want to dive into your stash, but I’ll love to dive into your beautiful FOs too!
Thank you
I’m quite happy with the way my scarf turned out and the hat was very fun.