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So Long, Erikalong
Dear everybody,
How can it possibly be time to bid farewell to a great knitalong?
It was a cold spring this year, which was great weather for the Erikalong, our knitalong of Erika Knight’s designs in MDK Field Guide No. 20: Atlas.Â
If you joined us, we hope you’re drinking in a moment of well-deserved smugness: you’re going to be way ahead of the game for Sweater Weather 2022, with stunning accessories, a wear-it-everywhere-all-the-time pullover, a snazzy little tote, or even a big ol’ blanket for fireside snuggling.
If you started a project but haven’t yet finished it, take heart and remember: a good knitalong never ends. And how smart are you, to get a head start on autumn/winter classics? We have no doubt that you are in good company. Keep in touch! Don’t forget to write!
As we tuck away freshly-finished projects, and maybe a few works-in-progress, for the dog days of summer, let’s revisit these beautiful designs. Add them to your bullet journal, or your Ravelry queue! These are good ones, designed by a master of texture, shape, and everlasting style.
Easy Yet Dazzling: Escalator Scarf. Inventive, twisty cables and ladders, wow. This one is still on my list, as I can’t tolerate the envy I feel for Cristina and Ann’s versions.
Meditative: Old Friend Pullover. As cozy a sweater as we’ve seen. Stockinette is pure solace. I’m almost done with the front of mine (in Truffle), so I’ll be spending a bit of time on sleeve island, and then: instant sweater!
Adventurous: Stepping Stone Throw. Entrelac is a modular style of knitting that got my curiosity cooking. How does it do that? Easily, I found out!
Plus: a really great deal for you! We’ve got exclusive Atlas bundles for this in three colorways. Save 10% off the single-skein price, plus free U.S. shipping.
Cool Modern/Medieval: Knight Hood. Wear it up or down in a cowl-like way—get your Eleanor of Aquitaine on! For the hat averse, this is your ticket. It’s also a quick gift knit, and a great way to take Atlas out for a test drive and see how she goes on the straightaway.
Cute and Puzzly: Scrap Tote. An entrelac starter, and a handy way to use up scraps.
Thank you to everyone who joined in, and gave MDK’s very first yarn such a great start in life. We’re so grateful.
Love,
Kay
I had shoulder surgery in the midst of the Erikalong, so my Old Friend sweater waits patiently for my return to knitting, hopefully in a month or two! The finished projects are lovely!
All good wishes for healing, Debbie! I love summer, but I’m already looking forward to getting to wear my Old Friend Pullover again.
Always appreciate your latest inspirations!
I love the photo gallery of projects – very inspirational! I want to try the Knight Hood.
I had been most interested in Knight Hood and should have listened to my inner voice when I thought the two-tone version was too large. Mine was ginormous. I ripped back and decreased 10 stitches in the row before the color change and picked up proportionately fewer stitches. Still not quite so thrilled, but it will probably be serviceable. Project page to come someday. The only version of the very few projects that looked like a reasonable fit is the turquoise.
Forgot to add that I knit the hood only 9 inches.
Clearly, I need the Old Friend in several fabulous colors. What a good looking way to look comfortable.