These two crocheted up in no time at all - just a couple of hours really. The cravat was particularly fun to make and I am pleased with the result. I used the yarn recommended ( Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Superchunky) and found that the cravat took a bit more than one skein. I seemed to have the correct gauge but only got eight of the ten motifs out of the first skein. Has anyone else had this problem ? The hat was also very easy and quick. The modelled shot is a truer color.
I also made this skinny scarf yesterday . It is the One Skein Scarf from the Happy Hooker book. It took just over half a skein of Cygnet Aran so was a really economical knit. This is a really easy and effective pattern and I will be using it again. Great for using up odd skeins.
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I was just looking at this cap and cravat in the One Skein book yesterday, and thinking I would like to make it. I like to switch over to a crochet project every once in a while for a change of pace. After seeing yours, I am sure I will be making them. I like the skinny scarf too - love making things out of odd skeins of leftover yarn.
Hi!
I was the technical editor for this book. According to my notes the sample cravat shown in the photos weighed 94 grams, which made it do-able with 100 grams of Cashmerino Superchunky.
I don't have any theories why your scarf (which is gorgeous!) came up short. If anyone else is interested in this project, the model scarf *was* made with less than a skein of the specified yarn, although it was a pretty close finish.
I've been wanting to make the hat. The cravat is fabulous and definately on my to-do list.
(Above was me. I can't type today!)
Your cravat and cap look great and I love the color. I was thinking about making this for my daughter and you made up my mind.
I guess my gauge must have been a bit off then. It wasn't really a problem - I love the finished results. The Cashmerino is certainly a beautiful soft yarn.
Nice! I love the color you chose. The yarn sounds lovely. I'll have to try it!
Very cute! I'm learning how to crochet, and may have to takr this one on myself. Yours are all just lovely!
I love your work, keep it up. Wow!
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Your cap and cravat set look super! Those are now for sure on my to-do list after I finish my bathmat. Thanks for sharing!
Hello Lizzy. I am currently having a gauge issue with the Ruffled Cravat. Can you tell me, if your scarf is still available, the size of a finished motif? What yarn and size hook did you use? Thanks in advance for your help.
Hello Lizzy,
I am an editor of knitting and crochet books for F+W Publications in Cincinnati, OH. I am looking for a technical editor for an upcoming crochet book. Please email me at jessica.gordon@fwpus.com if you think you might be interested in doing some technical editing for crochet.
Thanks,
Jessica Gordon
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