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Workbasket – Blue & White Shawl

(AKA: Knitted Shawl. Very Small Diamond Pattern): Because of the first sentence of this pattern, this has always been the "Blue & White Shawl". Working from Victorian era knitting patterns can be a challenge for a couple of reasons: needles were sized differently, types of yarn were described differently or are no longer being made,… Continue reading Workbasket – Blue & White Shawl

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Workroom #95 – 4 New Projects/One Old

The author shares progress on various projects, including a knitted Blue & White Shawl, a Flower of The Month Quilt block, a Dolly Dearest doll outfit, and a Spool Skirt. They also discuss learning to spin yarn and sewing a Victorian Walking skirt. The projects involve personal experiences and challenges, as well as excitement for new skills and creations.

Historically Inspired · knitting · Quilts · Sewing · spinning

Workbasket Wednesday – 4 New Projects/One Old

Blue & White Shawl: I have wanted to knit this shawl for many years, ever since Daisy gave me this blue yarn that she spun. The title of this shawl pattern is "Blue and White Shawl". The white yarn is reclaimed from a white angora beret that was purchased at the Goodwill Bin store. The… Continue reading Workbasket Wednesday – 4 New Projects/One Old