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07/25/2006
Counterpane Carpet Bag...fin!
At last...My Counterpane Carpet Bag is here to stay.
I seamed the ole' CCB one night at the Motel 8 in Taber, Alberta, and lined it at my Grandma's. Ok, when I say "I lined it," I mean this...
Wanna another shot of the bag? Well, ok...
And here are the scallops in detail...
Basically, the Riata yarn from Brooks Farm Yarn was PERFECT! Just what I was looking for all these months--something that looks super antique-y yet has a subtle colorway. I used just a bit over one skein. (Some of the yarn leftovers were used toward a secret project which I will reveal as soon as I give it to its recipient.) Also love the lining. It just finishes off the "I found this in my Grandma's attic" vibe I was going for. So there you have it, yet another purse to add to the rotation. I think the purse count is up to about 29 now...
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WOW what you ladies have done with this lemonade is ace, how do you do that ?
I though water and lemons wouldnt knit but I take my hat off to you guys.
I am going to tell everybody what you can do cos its amazing, is it bottled lemonade or home made.
ME.
respect.
Posted by: ME | 07/25/2006
My goodness! What a production! How awesome is that to have so many people help and then it makes your FO that much more special! I LOVE YOUR MOM! SHE IS ONE OF THE BEST. Other then my own. But then your mom bascially helped raise me so yeah! BRAVO on the bag! It is WUNDERBAR!
Posted by: Cassi-Lou | 07/25/2006
Oooooh, it's so pretty - I wish my mom could sew... well actually my mother-in-law can, but I never tought to ask - I will now though! I really want this bag, but to get the bag I'll have to get the book and the yarn and the handles and the fabric... usually this would be too much and my attention span would be shot by now, but this is just to pretty, I must have one!!! I must use some of that Riatta, it is so amazing, I'm so glad you found it on your estes trip...
Have you started Central Park Hoddie yet... I'm about half-way through one of the fromt sides and the back is done. It's super quick, I love it!!!
Posted by: sarah | 07/25/2006
Your bag is grogeous! The yarn you used is perfect! Congratulations!
Posted by: Nonnahs | 07/25/2006
Lovely! You did a fantastic job! Its great that you had so many people helping you with the lining. Your bag has so much more meaning because of that. : )
Posted by: Amanda Cathleen | 07/25/2006
I think your blog makes fantastic reading! Your counterpane bag is so full of 'orange segment goodness' (it's steaming hot in London at the moment!) that I decided to buy that book becasue of it! Good job!
Posted by: knitternity | 07/26/2006
You did an amazin job picking the yarn and that gorgeous fabric. I see exactly what you mean by wanting it to look like you found it in your grandma's attic because you really accomplished that. It's beautiful!
And the fact that your mom and grandma help out makes it so much more special. You are one lucky girl. :D
Posted by: isel | 07/26/2006
The bag looks fantastic! The group effort to finish it off just adds to the "provenance" of it! :)
Posted by: Amy Artisan | 07/26/2006
It's BEAUTIFUL and FABULOUS! I love the lining too. You'll have to bring it in person sometime so we can see it.
Posted by: Miriam | 07/26/2006
The bag looks wonderful! What a beautiful lining too.
Posted by: Schrodinger | 07/26/2006
Your bag looks absolutely lovely. I love the lining you chose - it's perfect. I have CCB pattern in my queue and love Handknit Holidays. I'm with Miriam, I'd love to see the bag in person.
Posted by: eliza | 07/26/2006
Your bag was a fun family affair. Nice work by everyone. You'll enjoy wearing it and remembering what fun you all had.
Posted by: margene | 07/26/2006
That bag is so gorgeous and you're right, the yarn gave it that antiquey/vintagey feel which is perfect. It's a great job Kara and I love the fabric you chose to line it with too. Wanna make me one? ;-)
Posted by: Wanda | 07/27/2006
you can never have too many purses! mums are definately the best. i am always amazed by my mum, she knows everything and can do anything! :0) i *love your bag, the yarn you used is gorgeous! x
Posted by: the knitchick | 07/27/2006
Looks great!
Posted by: Lauren | 07/27/2006
Wow! I mean WOW! Really, what a special FO. Even better because you allowed the project and the yarn to allign and the family chipped in. The combo is just magnificent! Enjoy using it :-)
Posted by: SpiderWomanKnits | 07/27/2006
So the bag is hanging on the mailbox because you're mailing it? To me, I hope. I really gotta knit me one. It's been on the TK list for too long already. You must bring it some Tuesday night so we can drool in person.
Posted by: KatherineOfItAll | 07/27/2006
It turned out lovely!
I adore that colorway.
Great choice.
Posted by: Tami | 07/28/2006
Kara,
I saw that you commented on my friend Ann's blog and I was curious to see who this other Kara was.
What a pleasant surprise to find such a lovely blog and a beautiful bag! I love the colors, the scallops and the lining. They all go together so perfectly. I wish I could find one of those in my grandmother's attic (or, better yet, learn to knit).
-Kara
Posted by: Kara | 07/28/2006
That bag is awesome! Great job. And the lining is perfect.
I've got that bag on my list of To Dos. Hmmm... must start searching for more yarn.
Posted by: Steph VW | 08/01/2006
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