I won't bore the non-knitters with the details - for those who want to know, comment here or email me direct. I did do change-ups (actually they are simple, and only encompass the first three rows) on the pattern at the beginning to rectify buttonhole and needle size/gauge issues I had with the pattern - I'm more than happy to share what I did. I used ten 3/4" antique buttons - five of them are Victorian age "twinkle buttons", with mirrors behind the pierced metal. My "go-to source" for all of these is a sweet local friend who deals in antique/vintage buttons, as well as antiques, period. Want her contact information? I'll gladly provide that, as well!
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Cooler weather can't come soon enough now - especially for those of us in the desert that are heading into soaring Summer temps already. There's a winter coat in a closet back home in CO that this is going to look fabulous on...
In the meantime, it's seems to feel "right" on my old (not really - it's vintage Chico's) long, paisley Janis Joplinesque coat, with the faux fur collar and cuffs. The mannequin never looked so groovy! Happy Thursday - looking forward to being done with the paintbrush for awhile!
11 comments:
Good heavens! That is the most amazing wrap I have ever seen!!! The color combined with those antique buttons is stunning!!! You so nailed this one!!! Well done buddy....just so beautiful!! Have a great day and good luck finishing up your painting! Nicole xo
This knitted scarf is stunning and the antique buttons make it very special and beautiful. I have just done some wall painting as well. It is a lot of work!!! Summer Cool Creative Bliss Dear...
Wow! That is awesome..goes great with that coat, which is amazing in itself! I doubt I will ever be able to knit like that....I am too use to the instant gratification I get with scrapbook pages!
Prayers for your back. Take it easy when you can.
Beautiful work. I love the buttons and pattern. Your wrap scarf is gorgeous, and looks stunning with the jacket!
I haven't yet put away my winter coat, because it would just be tempting the gods. But I can see why YOU might welcome cold weather, especially as a reason to button up such a cozy and stylish piece of neckwear! And am I imagining this, or will it coordinate with your amazing blanket bag?
Good luck on the painting! I am enjoying watching someone else wield the brush on my porch floor - 2nd and 3rd coat today, and back for more tomorrow. And the painter, who lives one town over, had frost this morning! I'll bet he'd already put away his winter coat. Rookie.
Another Tanya masterpiece! Love the color and the vintage buttons add to it's beauty! You rock Tanya Greb! xoxo
Oh, it's beautiful and someone is going to be so happy! Love the color and the vintage buttons. Good luck with your paint job. I've got one staring me in the face, too. OMG! It's such a chore.
Very pretty! We've gotten above 100 in the past couple of weeks, but I'm still surprised that for the most part, our weather has been bearable. And we've gotten rain in May. Strange. Have a good weekend. Tammy
It is SO WONDERFUL, dear Tanya, both beautiful and looks lovely warm. I love the way it drapes and keep both neck and breats warm. You are such a fantastic knitter , dear friend.
Hugs from me, to you !!
So pretty Tanya but then what would I ever expect from you? Your work is always amazing
Tanya-- this is SO beautiful. The coral color is gorgeous/- love love the pattern. I bet you look awesome wearing this one!!!
Love
Vicki
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