Monday, September 11, 2006

 

Heavy logs

 
My attempt at log cabin. I used scraps of dischcloth cotton and am disappointed in the inabilty to hold its shape. It is also heavy. I spent more time picking up stitches than knitting! It will be a doll blankie for granddaughters. I may try another in a worsted weight or sport weight yarn. It is clever however. I am also a quilter and have done a few log cabin quilted blocks so knew the concept of building the logs. Posted by Picasa

Comments:
One hundred percent cotton yarn will, by its nature, be very heavy and not hold its shape well. Unlike wool or acrylic, cotton doesn't "bounce back."

I belive a better yarn choice would be a wool or a wool blend. Good luck!
 
Use a crochet needle to speed up picking up stitches.
 
The yarn may be heavy, but it looks pretty. I like the varigated colors.
 
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