December 21: Hello Old Friend
Placing Silky Wool back on our shelves is like welcoming an old friend back to the shop. Swedish designer Elsebeth Lavold took the knitting world by storm in the early 00’s, with her release of Viking Knits followed by her signature yarn, Silky Wool.
Naturally SWAK was quick to jump on the Viking train back then. Shortly thereafter scarf-mania took over, and classic yarns were squeezed off the shelf by the explosion of crazy novelty yarns.
Fast forward to 2016. Perhaps I was feeling nostalgic, after all mom always loved Silky Wool. Either way the return of Silky Wool was long overdue.
This lightweight silk/wool blend works up at a wide range of gauges . Its great stitch definition is perfect for for intricate cable patterns, fair isle, and much more. Most important of all – it is very soft!
Elsebeth Lavold is a master designer, with a timeless and classic style.
I knit this classic cardigan when Elsebeth’s first book came out, with a short-rowed cable that was wickedly cool to knit.
It was before her Silky Wool debuted, and I used a green cashmere. I have no clue what happened to that sweater. Probably sold it off in the old sample pile for next to nothing. Wouldn’t fit me now anyway.
Elsebeth’s collection of designs is wide ranging. These are just a few of the garments and accessories that she has designed for this yarn.
I think every knitter should have a Elsebeth Lavold design book in their collection, so I am giving away a copy of The Viking Knits Collection to one lucky winner today.
Simply comment with what kind of project you’d like to make with Silky Wool. Another cabled sweater is calling my name. You have until midnight tonight, and I’ll randomly select one lucky winner.
Linda Weston
21.12.2016 at 07:09No need to enter me in the drawing, since a Ravelry check shows the patterns stop at XL, while I do not. đ
I have never made a top for myself because of the extra expense involved in buying plus-sized quantities of yarn. So I would probably made myself something luscious to go around my neck or shoulders, or some awesomely warm fingerless mitts.
P.S. Ravelry has well over 17,000 projects made with Silky Wool! So I’m excited to meet this yarn next visit to SWAK.
Jennifer
21.12.2016 at 08:52Definitely a cardigan or sweater!!
Mary
21.12.2016 at 09:03My short attention span would suggest a cowl or scarf but the optimist says a cardigan.
Evelyn Norvelle
21.12.2016 at 09:09Oh Keely I love those patterns. I have several great granddaughters that must have the little coat. Of course, I love all of her patterns.
Jenny
21.12.2016 at 09:42I am with Mary. I would love to make a cardigan, but a cowl is more likely to happen.
Anita Roesler
21.12.2016 at 10:33I made the Kudzu Shawl of Silky wool. It was beautiful. I think a cocoon wrap would be nice made of it.
Linda Weston
22.12.2016 at 06:19What a pretty pattern, Anita! It’s in my Ravelry library now. đ
Edwyna Honderich
21.12.2016 at 10:44It would have to be a cardigan sweater for me.
knorthup
22.12.2016 at 10:04Congratulations Edwyna! Youâre the winner. I have your Viking Knits book aside for you. Please pick up your prize by January 31, or they will be put back in the prize hopper
Shawndalynn
21.12.2016 at 11:09Oh a little girl sweater or cardigan if I start it right away for a five year old by the time it is done it may still fit and I will finally be super aunt!
Heidi Yost
21.12.2016 at 11:49For me, I want to knit the green sweater shown above. I love the pattern and the shade of green it is done in would go so well with my eyes. Her yarn is wonderful to knit. I’m looking forward to coming to the shop to check out the Silky Wool and some of the other new yarns.
Jenna
21.12.2016 at 15:52I like the forest green tunic sweater for me, but I really love the light blue sweater with the cape on the shoulders for Elise. I will definitely look for this book in the store, even if my skills aren’t up there yet – I’ll save it for the future.
Donna miller
21.12.2016 at 15:52I think a vest of this lovely yarn.
Judy Smuth
21.12.2016 at 17:55Anything in the book. I especially like the sleeveless top.
Lori
21.12.2016 at 19:43I have been making cowls lately and would love some fresh ideas! I’m not sure I have the patience to make a sweater But I would love to try anything to help master cables – I started one scarf and have yet to finish it. This yarn looks stunning and I would enjoy trying it out on a new project!
Renee
21.12.2016 at 19:53I’ve been wanting to try this yarn. I love making shawls. From the book, the boy’s sweater looks like a good gift for a grand-nephew.
Betty Schlotthauer
21.12.2016 at 20:20The Liv, v-neck pullover is lovely. The next decision would be dark blue or purple?
Carolyne
21.12.2016 at 22:34I think French Cancan shawl would look lovely in this yarn!
Linda Weston
22.12.2016 at 06:22How fun to see that a fellow SWAK sister likes the the French Cancan shawl! It’s in my Ravelry projects, but has been pushed into hibernation by some gift knitting.
Melissa
21.12.2016 at 23:00I would want to copy a shawl I saw years ago, “Wisdom Wrap” made in several colors of Silky Wool – all garter stitch and it was lovely!
Patricia Riden
21.12.2016 at 23:34I would make that stunning wrap – maybe even in a bold color!
Pattye McAbee
22.12.2016 at 07:09If I had lots of time/money, I would do a cardigan with lots of cables!!!