When it comes to pushing the boundaries of knitting, I think that Lynne Barr is at the top of the list. Her designs are so creative and modern, yet she also has a gift for clearly explaining how to achieve the various techniques that are used so that the average knitter can join in on her adventures. You can read more about the book from this post by Kate Davies.
Here is where my experiments in 3-D knitting has taken me so far:
This project uses a new technique called CAPS which stands for Continuously Applied Pieces. In the author's own words, this is an easy way to knit complex three-dimensional shapes with one continuous strand of yarn. Cool, right? Any guesses as to what this project might be? I wish that there had been a way to apply CAPS to my Aranami Shawl, which is done save for weaving in a gazillion ends.
(linking up with WIP Wednesday)
Oh, the weaving in of ends ... how I wish that part could be hired out.
ReplyDeleteI'll look at that book next time I'm at the store ... it looks intriguing, but I'm terrible at figuring out instructions!
Can't wait to see the shawl done! Love the colors in it. I have no clue what the green is. Will have to keep an eye out for it's debut.
ReplyDeletePretty pretty! I like the idea of less ends to weave in, I hate that part!
ReplyDeletelooks like i need to make an amazon order this week after all!!!! thanks for sharing----and can't wait to see the aranami finished photo......it's on 'the list', too!!!
ReplyDeleteAm I the only one who likes weaving in ends (and seaming?) LOL. That technique looks quite cool. What project are you going to make with it?
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! The CAPS method sounds interesting. I'm guessing your project is a collar for a shrug?
ReplyDeleteWow, I love this concept. Might these be cuffs for sleeves or a necklace?
ReplyDeleteWow,that 3d knitting looks really interesting. I have a friend who made an Aranami Shawl and it's gorgeous, it was a lot of work! I love the red in yours and can't wait to see it all done.
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