Tag Archives: Koigu

My Tried and True Yarn Stash

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Jean

I’ve been knitting with the same yarns for quite a few years and seem to resist venturing out and trying new ones. Every once in a while I’ll bring home something new from Stitches West or a yarn shop visit, … Continue reading →

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Creating a Missoni-esque Masterpiece: Still At It

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Jean

Okay. This is really pathetic. I’ve been working on this Missoni-esque design for almost one year. I decided on a simple cardi vest using a cool zig-zag pattern alternating three different colorways of Koigu. I love how the fabric is … Continue reading →

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Transforming Koigu Into a Missoni Masterpiece

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Jean

I love Missoni knits. The iconic zig-zag patterns and mix of colors are so amazing! This year, I decided to try my hand at making my own hand-knit version of a Missoni — using a mix of Koigu handpaints (love … Continue reading →

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