Cherry Twist Knit Hat with String Theory Hand Dyed Yarn

How do you like my new hat?

The Marshall Island Sport yarn that I received from String Theory Hand Dyed Yarn was really fantastic to knit.  It worked up really well!  The stitch definition is beautiful.  This stunning colorway is Sterling.  I love the ever so slight color variations.  It really brings the 100% Merino wool alive. I absolutely love this hat!  My daughter likes it too.  This particular project was selfish knitting, but since each skein has 350 yards of yarny goodness, I do have enough remaining to make her a matching hat.

The Cherry Twist Hat by Unravel Me is actually a really simple pattern.  It cleverly uses smocking-like stitches to easily create a complicated looking texture. In essence it's a basic knit two and purl two hat.  Now, I do have to say, I completely mis-read the instructions both the first and the second time around, so I did have to do a bit of frogging.  (In my defense, I was sick.)  If you're at all confused when reading the directions just remember that it is based around knit two then purl two.  (But you probably won't be confused, because the instructions really aren't confusing; I was probably just in my own little brain fog when knitting it the first -- and second -- time.)  The yarn looks brand new despite multiple froggings.  I've worked with some lower quality yarns that looked terrible after just one frogging.

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Talk to me!  Have you used this yarn?  What were your thoughts?  Have you knit this hat?  Have you had to frog something that was the result of a silly mistake recently?

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I am so excited to be reviewing these yarns from String Theory Hand Dyed Yarn.  In fact, I was downright giddy when I got the mail and saw all these goodies.  Yes, giddy.

I have some projects in mind (see below), and will get started as soon as life allows, but what would you make with these beautiful skeins of yarn?  (Links to patterns are always appreciated!)

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For the Bluestocking yarn in Sterling I am going to make a shawl.  It will be my first knitted shawl.  I'm pretty excited about this project!  After much debate I've settled on this pattern.  What is your favorite shawl pattern?

So far I've been extremely happy with how this yarn works up.  The color is such a beautiful soft grey.  It will go so nicely with bright sundresses this summer!  I've talked about how I am a bit nervous tackling the lace part, but I'm up for the challenge!

This stunning yarn, it's Tinker Island Fingering, is going to be a "In Threes Cardigan" for my daughter.  I think this will be a beautiful summer sweater for her.  This color is so incredibly rich.  I love it.

This post is also a "Work In Progress".  

It will be updated as I knit and crochet with these yarns.

Light and Lacy Summer Infinity Scarf with Tinted Tangles Yarn

I received a skein of yarn for the purposes of this review.  All opinions are my own.  I always strive for complete honesty.

I had so much fun working with this yarn courtesy of Tinted Tangles.  Krysta, the shop owner and creative genius, is just a girl following one of her passions.  I love that.

Catherine and I went for a walk for our photo shoot.  (Dominic came too, but had little interest in posing with us.)  I think the above picture is my favorite from our session.

 Basic yarn details:

• Color: Coral (April Color Crush)
• For best results, hand wash cold, but occasional machine washing is fine. 
• Reshape and lay flat to dry.
• 75% Superwash Merino Wool / 25% Nylon Fingering Weight 
• 462 Yards 
• Knitters: #1-3 needles (2.25mm - 3.25mm) 
• Crocheters: B - E hooks (2.25mm-3.5mm) 

As soon as I saw this yarn I knew exactly what I want to make.  I wanted a light and airy scarf that could be worn all year round.  I decided to use the Infinity Loop Scarf Pattern (again).  I used a size E crochet hook.  (Exactly like this one from Clover Amour.)  I made the large size, but I could have made it a bit larger.

Like all of the Color Crush line, the color of this yarn is simply beautiful.  The coral is between a pink and an orange, which is just perfect for me! Krysta dies all the yarn with professional grade acid dyes, in her own little kitchen. This also means that you will get a truly unique product, because no two skeins are alike.

Tinted Tangles ships world wide, so everyone can experience the pleasure of knitting or crocheting with this yarn! Just so you know, Krysta also does custom orders.

Have you had the pleasure of working with Tinted Tangles?  I'd love to hear about what you created!

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While Catherine both loves the scarf and looks absolutely adorable wearing it, this infinity scarf is mine.  Catherine is turning into a pretty good little photographer, and managed to capture the below photo of me wearing the scarf.  I do think that I will make her a little scarf of her own with the remaining yarn.  

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