2009.07.02

How to build a barn

Hi there, Larissa's husband/coauthor (not to mention playroom designer) Martin here with a guest post.

Though I'm not much of a knitter myself, I've lately been scouring Ravelry to see how crafters have been executing the Barn Raising Quilt, one of my favorite patterns from Knitalong.  BRQ's can make a symphony from scraps.   Check out Senora Fuerte's version (rav link, photo used with permission):

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Since this week we're embarking on the layout and sewing-up of several BRQ's for the Sock Summit (see here if you'd like to help), I thought it might be a good time to point out some standout versions of the project, and speculate on the challenge of laying out a BRQ for ultimate effect.  [more below the break]

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2009.06.28

golden apples of the sun


2009.06.27

wow



We have collected 400 squares, an amazing number and array. I can't wait to start laying them out and photographing them. So many incredible knitters, gorgeous yarns. Wow.

Sewing up take place every Thursday in July at Abundant Yarn & Dyeworks in Portland. They have a happy hour now for summer, and the sewing will coincide, at 7 to 9 pm.

I am back from a week of camping and have a growing list of things to post, knitted things, family, friends, photos. Back soon.