Here it is in all its glory - Version B of the Three Tams .... ta dah!
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Bit tricky doing blocking in acrylic - hmmm. It did flatten out and 'relax' somewhat, but you can see the top is still a bit bunchy uppy (technical term). I'm not sure how well it will hold its shape... I don't know if I should have put it into water to block, but couldn't find a whole lot of info on how to block acrylic knitwear.
But basically I'm very happy with it! It's been shipped off to its birthday destination. The Smoothie DK was a pleasure to knit with.
That is gorgeous! It came out so beautifully! :)
ReplyDeleteWOW that is so pretty. Love all the stitch variations.
ReplyDeleteFabulous. I love it.
ReplyDeleteYou can't really block acrylic I don't think. I tried and it didn't go well.
I can't stand the touch of the stuff and I'm allergic to wool too, but I think I'm allergic to acrylic too. :)
That looks so fantastic, great job on the colourwork (I have to admit, between you and Bells, I'm feeling a bit more inspired to give it a go myself!)
ReplyDeleteStunning! Just don't ever try steam blocking acrylic... ask me how I know that...
ReplyDeleteBeeeyouteefool! And you don't block acrylic. It should be completely wash and wear, easy care.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous hat!! I don't think acrylic blocks at all. I think I read somewhere that you can't block it because it just springs back into the shape it wants to be.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! It came out beautifully! And I love the loot below and the cutest little loldogz! So funny!
ReplyDeletethat looks so great. I feel I simply must make one! Well done.
ReplyDeleteooooh so pretty =)
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the tams!
I may have to try this smoothie of which you speak ;) xo
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ReplyDeleteThat looks gorgeous. Wonderful how it came out. I really love that you can use self striping wool to such brilliant effect.
ReplyDeleteTop score on the loot!
Wow!! That's gorgeous, you are so clever!!!
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