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 another 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.
Moonglow
Give your projects a beautiful halo with Moonglow, a laceweight kid mohair and silk blend. Whether you carry it together with another yarn or use it alone, it’s sure to add an extra dimension to your work.
Size: 435 yd / 1.7 oz (400m / 50g) skeins
Content: 72% Kid Mohair, 28% Silk
Gauge: Lace weight. Suitable for a range of gauges.
Care Instructions: Hand wash, dry flat.
The Patterns:
Enfold by Susanna IC
Enfold is a relaxed cardigan, worked from the bottom-up with classic raglan shaping and a flattering V-neck. Soft, flowing cables reminiscent of fluttering autumn leaves are worked in a combination of two snuggly-soft yarns and placed along the center of the front, back, and the sleeves of this comfy sweater.
Finished Measurements
- Chest: 35½ (39¾, 43¼, 47¾, 51¼, 55¾, 59¼, 63¼, 67¼)”/88 (99.5, 109.5, 119.5, 128, 139.5, 148, 158, 168) cm
- Length: 21½ (22½, 22¾, 23¾, 24¼, 24¾, 25½, 25¾, 26¾)”/54 (56.5, 57, 59.5, 61, 62, 64, 64.5, 67) cm
- Shown in 47¾”/119.5 cm, to be worn with 6-8”/15-20 cm of positive ease.
Materials:
- Miss Babs Yummy 3-Ply: 3 (4, 4, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8) skeins
- Miss Babs Moonglow: 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6) skeins, shown in Aubergine
- US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle, 24”/60 cm long or longer depending on size of your project, or size to obtain gauge
- US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle, double-pointed needles or preferred method for knitting small circumferences in the round, or size to obtain gauge
- US 6 (4.0 mm) circular needle, 24”/60 cm long or longer depending on size of your project, or one size smaller than needle used to obtain gauge
- US 6 (4.0 mm) circular needle, double-pointed needles or preferred method for knitting small circumferences in the round, or one size smaller than needle used size to obtain gauge
- Six ¾”/2 cm buttons
- Six removable markers (for marking buttonhole and button placement)
- Stitch holders or waste yarn
- Stitch markers (two different kinds or colors to distinguish between the cable panel markers, side
markers, and the end-of-round marker) - Tapestry needle
Scales and Shells by Jennifer Weissman
Scales and Shells is knitted from the neck down, allowing you to try it on for size as you knit. Stylish touches like a graceful scooped neckline, optional princess-seam shaping at the waist, and gently puffed sleeves create a sweater that is both flattering and sophisticated, one that you will reach for again and again.
Finished Measurements
Sizes: A (B, C, D, E) (F, G, H, I)
Bust Circumference: 32½ (35, 38¼, 42, 45) (48¾, 51¾, 55½, 58¼)”/81.5 (87.5, 95.5, 105, 112.5) (122, 129.5, 139, 145.5) cm
Recommended ease: 0-3”/0-7.5 cm. To achieve this fit, choose a size with a bust measurement that is 0-3”/0-7.5 cm larger than your own.
Materials:
- Miss Babs Yummy 2-Ply: 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) (4, 4, 4, 4) skeins
- Miss Babs Moonglow: 3 (3, 3, 3, 3) (4, 4, 4, 4) skeins
- US 6 (4.0 mm) circular needle, 24”/60 cm or longer, or size to obtain gauge
- US 6 (4.0 mm) double-pointed needles or preferred method for knitting small circumferences in the round, or size to obtain gauge
- US 5 (3.75 mm) double-pointed needles or preferred method for knitting small circumferences in the round (for neck), or one size smaller than needle size used to obtain gauge
- US 7 (4.5 mm) needle (for binding off body), or one size larger than needle size used to obtain gauge
Late July by Jennifer Saliba Bishop
Late July is a top down, triangular shawl knit in a combination of sparkle and mohair yarn. Late July was named for the sweet butterfly stitch used in combination with the lightness of this delicate shawl, reminiscent of a Late July evening sitting outside watching the fireflies and drinking iced tea.
Finished Measurements:
Wingspan – 70” (178 cm)
Center Depth – 24” (61 cm)
Materials:
- 1 skein of Miss Babs Estrellita
- 1 skein of Miss Babs Moonglow
- US7 32″ circular needle
Pillowy Cowl by Jennier Krause
Easy, and oh-so-soft, this cowl is perfect for you, or someone you want to knit a little comfort for! The Pillowy Cowl is a fast knit in Yowza Minis and Moonglow. You can play with color combinations, and enjoy this project anywhere, any time!
Finished Measurements
Circumference: 28”/70cm
Height: 14”/35 cm
Materials:
- Miss Babs Moonglow: 1 skein
- Miss Babs Yowza Mini: 2 skeins, 1 each of 2 colors
- US 8 [5.0 mm] circular needle, 24”/60 cm or size to obtain gauge
- US 7 [4.5 mm] circular needle, 24”/60 cm or one size smaller than needle used to obtain gauge