Archive for the ‘Homespun’ Category

Waterfall

Sunday, June 29th, 2008


Homespun shawl in color “Waterfall”, with cat Homespun shawl in color “Waterfall”, without cat

This large triangular piece was made in Lion Brand Homespun in a color called Waterfall. Waterfall is a ‘painterly’ color, a gentle mix of medium and light blue. Homespun is silky and soft, but at the same time is washable for easy care.

This piece measures 61″ on the long side by 44″ on the two short sides. And, as evidenced by the lefthand photo above, I can’t possibly claim that my work comes from a pet-free home.

Completed and available for immediate purchase. Price - $60 plus $4.80 Priority Mail shipping.

Look for other colors of Homespun on the Lion Brand site. Please note that the ones marked as “discontinued” may still be available in limited quantity in stores and clearance centers — let me know if you are interested in one of them.

Gazebo

Sunday, May 25th, 2008


Homespun shawl in color “Gazebo” Homespun shawl in color “Gazebo”, detail

This large triangular piece with fringe was made in Lion Brand Homespun in a color called Gazebo (unfortunately now discontinued). Gazebo is a summery bouquet of pastels - pinks, soft violets and white. Homespun is silky and soft, but at the same time is washable for easy care.

(Please note that, in the left hand photo above, the dark section on the right side is a shadow, not a color variation.)

Completed and available for immediate purchase. Price - $75 plus $4.80 Priority Mail shipping.

Look for other colors of Homespun on the Lion Brand site. Please note that the ones marked as “discontinued” may still be available in limited quantity in stores and clearance centers — let me know if you are interested in one of them.

Triangles are the new squares

Sunday, February 24th, 2008


Renee models the Homespun shawl in color “Modern” Renee models the Homespun shawl in color “Modern” Back of the Homespun shawl Homespun Modern, detail

The Homespun shawl is a triangular piece that measures approximately 5-1/2 feet across the top, and 4 feet on each shorter side (not including fringe). Size will vary due to the particular yarn used, and how tightly I happen to weave that day. It is usually made in Lion Brand Homespun, a washable boucle yarn with a soft silky feel, but this same style could also be made in other fibers such as wool or silk — feel free to contact me for further information.

The one in the photographs above is no longer available, but other finished ones are described in this category.

Don’t need a shawl? Think outside the rectangular box and use these large triangles as furniture throws, or have two sewn together as a bed coverlet!

Check out the current colors of Lion Brand Homespun. Please note that the ones marked as “discontinued” on the Lion Brand site may still be available in limited quantity in stores and clearance centers — let me know if you are interested in one of them.

Price guidelines for custom work:

With fringe — $75
Without fringe — $60

(Additional charges for sewing together multiple pieces, or for yarn that needs to be special-ordered over the internet — if you inquire about a custom piece, I will send you a full price quote including shipping, with no obligation.)