I have a thing about cushions. I love them but am beginning to think they are a tad like Marmite. You either love them or hate them. At Christmas I need to be surrounded by red and the odd 'extra' cushion or two may just come out to play.
This year using the most adorable yarn by Rowan with an alpaca blend I had a cushion ball all on my own . I knew I wanted something soft and chunky and this fitted the bill, although in my eyes at an eye watering price. I knew if I bought this yarn that I would have to make darn good use of it. There are two motifs that I love and do not seem to tire of, that of the heart and the other the elusive elk. Having made my fair share of hearts over the years I decided to have a go at knitting an elk pattern on the front of the cushion.
Having purchased said yarn from the wonderful Fluffatorium,
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| Fluffatorium in 'corking' Dorking |
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| Inside a paradise for yarn and colour lovers |
don't you just love that word I couldn't wait to get home to begin so like the mad fool that I am stopped the car by a stretch of water surround by birds, I began to knit. Did I mention I bought super duper cute chunky needles too...
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| New knitting needles, knitting in the car... |
The cushion panel knitted up much quicker than I expected and so I had to design a motif in a hurry.
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| This project worked up quickly |
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| An elk design was needed |
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| It's beginning to look a lot like an elk |
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| Completed elk design |
Once completed (a day later) I couldn't wait to take it outside to photograph...
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| Warm autumn day, but as I knew I wanted this for Christmas, I had to see what it looked like with red |
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| In hindsight, I should have knitted it a tad bigger |
The yarn in question in case you are tempted...
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| Expensive yarn, but so soft, am tempted to use it again |
Et voila ~
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| Christmas cushions in situ |
♥ Do you have cushions that you bring
out depending on the season? ♥
That elk is gorgeous! You're so creative and clever. Looking forward to seeing the real thing next week.
ReplyDeleteYou are generous Phil and can't wait to catch up with you and the Twinnage
DeleteYou are the fastest knitter ever! How cute! That is the sweetest looking yarn shop I have ever seen!
ReplyDeleteThe shop is just to die for. Only fast in this case as the yarn was so chunky.
DeleteYet another gorgeous creation. I don't know how you can just whip them up so quickly. It looks like it was just meant for that incredibly comfortable looking sofa. X
ReplyDeleteI am chuffed with it Jules. This room is totally different to the rest of the house more streamlined and modern. I think it works
DeleteWonderful, how do you do it so quickly? The tension looks great, no pulled bits or gaps when changing colour, so impressed. x
ReplyDeleteBlushing profusely but thank you
DeleteAn Enormously Enjoyable & Excellent Elk !
ReplyDeletelove it !
Love the elk alliteration wish I were so clever with words
DeleteFabulous!!! In addition to teaching me facebook, I think that I need you to teach me to knit! I love a good cushion and this one is a great addition to your Christmas decorations and fits perfectly with your scandi theme! xx
ReplyDeleteYou're on Amy
DeleteThat is absolutely adorable. You did a great job charting the elk.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on such an perfect cushion finish!
Thank you Dee. I'm going to try more charting in the future. It's fun
DeleteI'm knot a knitter, but I really enjoyed this colourful post, Selma. Might even dig out and finish my tapestry cushion......!
ReplyDeleteHehehe, you're knot a knitter! Love it. Yes grab the tapestry back out its so relaxing. You'll be sucked right back in Nicki
DeleteYour cushion is wonderful - so soft and cuddly, too. Very well done and it looks lovely on your comfortable sofa! x Karen
ReplyDeleteKaren, you're right it really is soft. But that's alpaca for you.
DeleteLovely cushion! Great photos of the wool shop! Wow you do knit fast! Recently discovered your blog and I love all your knitting, so sweet!
ReplyDeleteBarbara xx
Thank you Barbara. I'm not really all that fast but knowing I was to post daily in December did spur me in to be faster than normal. As the end of the month approaches I realise I am taking a crafting break without having Oman ex to. Think I may start to read again, I've missed that. But knowing me in a week or two the fingers will twitch and I'll ge crafting again. Don't go far!! Pop back often. Xxxx
DeleteFirst of all I do love that word! It is a perfect name for a fantastic shop. Your cushion is so fun, you did a great job.
ReplyDeleteMeredith
I know! Genius name for a wool/yarn shop. Gillian the owner is so clever and vibrant. The shop suits her personality to a tee Meredith x
DeleteSelma, today I saw a photo of some cushions that are knitted. The cool thing is that they are filled with yarn stashes! Those might be perfect for your Christmas decorating (or maybe for other times, too?
ReplyDeleteCheck them out here: http://www.stitchdiva.com/goknit-pillow