The Project: scarf DUH lux - based on a scarf from a Knit Cafe book [isbn4-8347-2332-1] purchased from Kitty-Craft
The Yarn: double stranded Rowan Soft Lux in Sable purchased from Knit Happens online
The Needles: 8mm Clover Takumi
Started: January 19 2006
I have long coveted the Rowan Soft Lux yarn and finally succumbed when Knit Happens had their inventory sale. At first I considered making something cabley, but decided I'd rather go for the fringe. The color and texture will go quite nicely with one of my winter coats. I'm hoping I have enough yarn to make some sort of hat too.
I can't be bothered to translate the actual name of the pattern so have dubbed it the scarf DUH lux, based on the fact that it is completely mindless (stockinette and garter). The pattern that inspired me came from a Knit Cafe book I purchased from Kitty-Craft.
Kitty-Craft specializes in Japanese fabric, notions and zakka. It's a really cute shop. I also bought some star emblazoned wood buttons for a future project. I don't have any affiliation with the shop, I just like it and I'm sure I'll be ordering more from them in the future.
Coincidentally, I also received a brochure for Camp Stitches today that features a class on Japanese Knitting Techniques taught by Maureen Mason-Jamieson. Too bad it is already sold out!
Soft Lux is lovely, isn't it? It feels so luxurious.
Posted by: Laura | January 20, 2006 at 13:09
It is aptly named. I had never seen it in person before I ordered it, so am glad it is so nice.
Posted by: Amy | January 20, 2006 at 13:13
I've actually never felt soft lux but now I'm going to be on a mission to find me some...the softer the yarn the better! I love the sparkle in it.
Posted by: Marie | January 20, 2006 at 13:14
Rowan Soft Lux is so pretty. I pet it every friday at my knitting group.
Posted by: Veronique | January 20, 2006 at 13:24
Sparkly...me likey.
Posted by: Melissa | January 20, 2006 at 14:45
Mmmmm, the yarn looks yummy. I love the chocolatey color.
Posted by: Faith FiberFlash | January 21, 2006 at 16:18
ooo, the scarf is looking good! and thanks for posting the kitty-craft link!
Posted by: kris | January 22, 2006 at 05:25
uhh I know you finished it and it looked great! where did that post go? well anyway, I really like it and I love the way it looks against your grey coat, is that the new one?
Posted by: yahaira | January 23, 2006 at 06:35
Thanks! It is the grey coat I got last fall.
I decided I didn't want to use that photo so deleted. I'm sneaky that way. I'll post again with a new photo.
Posted by: Amy | January 23, 2006 at 06:50