As much as I love wearing scarves I really don't enjoy knitting them, but throw me in front of a loom and I can't stop myself.
My third scarf is a simple pattern: just a strand each of tencel and cotton in similar colors.
1. Simple Purple Scarf, 2. Simple Purple Scarf detail, 3. Simple Purple Scarf, 4. Simple Purple Scarf
Created with fd's Flickr Toys.
The colors both catch the light slightly differently giving it just a little bit of depth and texture. And since there's no wool, it's a great all seasons wrap or scarf. I can see keeping this in my beach bag and throwing it over my shoulders once the sun sets.
Project Specs
- Width: 13"
- Length: 72" not counting fringe
- Yarns: 1 spool of Maysville 8/4 Cotton Carpet Warp in Velvet (84) and less than half a cone of Valley Yarns 8/2 Tencel in Eggplant
- Reed dpi: 10
- Weight: 216 grams
As always, my quality control inspector was never far.
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Comments (12)
Gorgeous - subtle & beautiful
Posted by Donna | March 19, 2009 9:00 PM
Posted on March 19, 2009 21:00
Your scarves are lovely! My boyfriend has agreed to a loom as my birthday present and I'm doing research on what types of rigid heddle looms folks like. I hope it's okay to ask a couple of questions: How have you liked the Ashford? How about the 32" width? I'm looking at the Ashford Knitter's and the Kromski Harp right now...decisions, decisions...
Posted by Becky | March 19, 2009 5:46 PM
Posted on March 19, 2009 17:46
very good blog, congratulations
regard from Reus Catalonia
thank you
Posted by Té la mà Maria | March 19, 2009 10:35 AM
Posted on March 19, 2009 10:35
yet again, love, love, LOVE the scarf. feeling mildly jealous over here. ;)
Posted by brook | March 18, 2009 11:40 AM
Posted on March 18, 2009 11:40
i agree with you completely! love scarves, but knitting them takes so long! i get bored, so weaving sounds perfect. i love it!
Posted by mai | March 18, 2009 7:14 AM
Posted on March 18, 2009 07:14
Amazing color! You are weaving in your sleep right? :)
Posted by Ruinwen | March 18, 2009 7:00 AM
Posted on March 18, 2009 07:00
Great fiber choice and beautiful scarf! Your selvedges look really nice, too. I agree - would much rather weave a scarf than knit one. I like to use handpainted sock yarn for warp!
Posted by Terry M | March 18, 2009 5:38 AM
Posted on March 18, 2009 05:38
wowee wow wow.
Posted by Wendy | March 17, 2009 6:37 PM
Posted on March 17, 2009 18:37
Absolutely beautiful! I've been enjoying seeing/reading about your weaving and love seeing all the different projects. The drape and color of this scarf is just lovely.
Posted by Kathleen | March 17, 2009 5:49 PM
Posted on March 17, 2009 17:49
Those selvedges are looking nice! You learn quickly--that's no surprise.
Posted by Sligo | March 17, 2009 5:48 PM
Posted on March 17, 2009 17:48
gorgeous color!
Posted by Delica | March 17, 2009 5:28 PM
Posted on March 17, 2009 17:28
wow. your scarves are just lovely!
Posted by kjerstiye | March 17, 2009 5:27 PM
Posted on March 17, 2009 17:27