We are super excited to host Miss Babs and her yarns for an amazing Pop Up event outside in our tents from Sept 24-26. Today we are featuring two more of the yarns that you can shop during this event, as well as the newest pattern samples that will be on display at the event.
As of 2021, Miss Babs has new version of Sojourn that we love even more than the original! With the same fiber blend of cashmere and silk, Sojourn will continue to be our go-to yarn for luxurious accessories. The new version has a 3-ply construction, making it sleeker and softer in the hand with less halo for greater stitch definition.
Sojourn
Size: 200 yd / 1.8 oz (183m / 50g) skeins
Content: 65% cashmere, 35% silk.
Gauge: Fingering weight. 7-8 stitches per inch on US 1-3, variable in lace knitting.
Care Instructions: Hand wash, dry flat.
The Pattern
Eclair Cake by Veronica Parsons
Sweet and simple, Eclair Cake is a little knitting treat in two colors of fingering weight cashmere-silk yarn. Build up layers of stripes in an easy stitch pattern for a cowl that will nestle softly around your neck.
Finished Measurements
Circumference: 20”/50 cm
Height: 14½”/36 cm
Materials:
- Miss Babs Sojurn, 1 skein each in two colors
- US 3 16″ circular needles
Kunlun is the rich and luxurious. The 3-ply construction makes this yarn plush and round, with a velvety sheen from the silk and wonderful softness from the cashmere. Kunlun is great for all kinds of accessories or a special sweater project.
Kunlun
Size: 280 yd / 4.4 oz (255m / 125g) skeins
Content: 70% Merino wool, 15% Cashmere, 15% Cultivated Silk
Gauge: DK weight. 5.25-6 stitches per inch knit on US 5-7, 3-4 stitches per inch crocheted on US 7-I.
Care Instructions: Hand wash, dry flat.
The Patterns:
Every Bit Cowl by Stephanie Lotven
This cowl was designed for knitters who love the look of a shawl, but only have the time and yardage for a cowl. Worked seamlessly from the top down, it knits up quickly, and wears like a hassle-free shawl. This cowl is designed to keep knitters engaged by combining lace, cables, and texture.
Finished Measurements:
Neck Opening: 21”/52.5 cm
Front Length: 20½”/51.5 cm
Back Length: 6½”/16.5 cm
Materials:
- 1 skein Miss Babs Kunlun
- US6 16″ or 20″ circular needle
Falling Leaves Tam by Tanis Gray
Bringing to mind softly falling leaves on a crisp autumn day, this colorwork hat will lead you from autumn into winter.
Finished Measurements
Height: 8½”/21.5 cm
Circumference (body): 23”/57.5 cm
Circumference (brim): 17¼”/43 cm
Materials:
- 2 skeins Miss Babs Kunlun, 1 skein in each color
- US 3 16″ circular needle
- US 4 16″ circular needle
- US 4 DPNs