Little bits, little birds
KatieI am still knitting my shawl.
The colors are lovely. It is fun to watch them change.
It looks like I will use every last bit of yarn (I hope I have enough!) and the last color will be dark yellow/orange, so the shawl will start and end with about the same color. I feel confident about the pattern now, it's not quite mindless knitting but close, with just enough of a pattern to be interesting.
I am also working on writing out a free pattern that I hope to publish here tomorrow- Little Birds. We love watching the birds at the feeder in the fall and winter at our house, so I thought it would be fun to have some birds inside too.
It's the first toy pattern I've designed that is not felted. They are just a bit smaller than life size, perfect for play or decorating. I made them in bright colors but it would also be nice to make them in true-to-life colors like dove gray and tawny tan. Avery really likes the red one.
They are knit in the round and are seamless. I am pleased with their little twig feet and beady black eyes. I am excited to share the pattern with everyone, so stop by here tomorrow and make a Little Bird of your own!
Reader Comments (7)
!!! You weren't kidding, those birdies are adORable! Such a refreshing new take on them, I love it! You know your patterns are good when they make me consider taking up knitting again.
The pictures look great and Avery is such a little dreamboat.
The twig feet put these over the top! They are fabulous.
The shawl is gorgeous! The little birds adorable...
Thanks for the kind words you all! I really appreciate it. I am happy with them and I am excited to see the birds that other folks make.
The shawl is beautiful! I love the yarn so happy!
What yarn are you using for your beautiful shawl? I love it! Love the birdies, too!
Mokihana- the yarn is Kauni 2/8 rainbow yarn, it's lovely! I just finished the shawl yesterday, will post pics later today.