Swatch it Ellen!

Ellen prefers to model finished garments, however sometimes one must do whatever needs to be done.  So, in these photos she is modelling a swatch made from Patons Silk Bamboo.   It's 70% viscose from bamboo and 30% silk.  Love the colour!  This is my first time using this yarn so I have no idea how it will knit up.  I plan on machine knitting a top for my mom.  Will definitely report back with a few pictures when it's done!

Ellen - Casual in Cotton!

Summer has finally arrived in Newfoundland - some days.  :-)  On this particular evening, it was lovely and warm.  The top Ellen is wearing is machine knit with Patons Grace, which is 100% mercerized cotton that's made in Turkey.  This yarn is easy to machine knit and has a nice sheen.  Very little hand finishing on this one.  It's meant to be a casual, "throw on" top that can be worn alone or over your favourite tank.

Ellen in Silk!

Ellen is posing at CBS, NL in a machine knit, hand finished silk top.  Peau De Soie Hand Dyed Silk Yarn purchased from Fabulous Yarn.  The neck, sleeves and bottom are all hand finished with knitting and crochet.