KnitPicks Inspiration in the Mail
It seems robot knitting is ALL the rage these days! I got the Knitpicks catalogue in the mail today and saw this on the back cover.
I’m a bit tempted to make something similar….but have to focus on robot hats first.
I have to say that I am very impressed with this month’s catalogue. There is such variation. Gorgeous socks…I particularly like the “boyfriend socks” [Ravelink] by Mary Jane Mucklestone found in “The Joy of Sox”
image from Ravelry.com
There are great kilt socks in kit form, and a set of Japanese inspired socks and leggings textured with lace and cables from “Knitted Socks East and West” by Judy Summer.
There are some whimsical purses on a fruit and veggie theme that incorporate beaded knitting, stranded colourwork, and a whole lot of fun. I’m not sure if I could pull off using one of these, but I bet they would be a hit among some hip teenagers somewhere!
What really got me was the next section of Amigurumi Knits based on the book by Hansi Singh [Ravelink]
Knitted insects (ants, praying mantis, spiders) hermit crabs and even a jackalope! Check them out if you have an urge to knit something unconventional.
image from Ravelry.com
image from Ravelry.com
And….for those of you with little ones to knit for, the Barnyard Buddies kits look adorable! It wouldn’t be a far stretch to adapt other bonnet and shorties/longies patterns to create more animals for your baby.
There’s a cute piggy pattern with a curlicue tail…so adorable!
Good job Knitpicks on the great package of inspiration. Usually I get upset by paper catalogues in my mailbox, but the one this month is not a disappointment!
