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the summer of skirts begins

I've been thinking and thinking about how I look in handknit sweaters. Truthfully, I look okay. But I really look better in skirts. A lot better. With my top heavy frame, I don't need more bulk above my waist. Instead I need some interest on the bottom to balance what's happening up top (And for those of you interested in reading more about how to knit objects to flatter your frame, go read Amy's Fit to Flatter series).

So this is the summer of skirts. First up, a yellow skirt (an ode to Frida Kahlo) to wear with red.

Pattern: Drops Design 118-14 skirt with lace pattern in ”Muskat” (free pattern)

Yarn: Marisol T'ika in yellow

Ravelry details here

Next up is another linen skirt.

Fishnet anklets

Fishnet anklets
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Look, an FO that isn't a baby sweater. Thank Jeebus.

The pattern for the anklets is from the Purl Bee. When I saw them, I had to have them. Socks with skirts? Sign me up. 

I had some Greenwood Fiberworks cotton sock yarn in the stash that was waiting for the perfect pattern. Sadly, this vegan sock yarn is discontinued, which is too bad as it's a wonderfully stretchy sheep-less sock yarn. 

And, the best part? I finally learned how to magic loop. What took me so long? 

Next up, another project for me and not a baby sweater in sight. For now. 

Ravelry deets here