The Dolliver Hat Project
Two done. The second is a bit different, the point flattened in to make a different shape, same procedure
This weaving, a lot of firm pulling in the process, is quite hard on your fingers, so it needs to switch to this
I've changed from the bright green fabric behind the yellow, too shouty, and replaced it with fussycut Indian sari organdy. Fussy cut is a silly term meaning cut so that a specific part of the fabric design is shown. Much happier with this, though it's a good bit harder to work with. There may be beading, too.
And here's the latest arrival on the fiber front, with a portrait of the source
Cashmere, raw fiber, combed off a goat, wonderful surprise present, and ready to make its acquaintance with the diz. This is so soft you pick it up and have to check there's something in your hand. It smells very subtle, different from sheep fiber. You need to enjoy handling and smelling and knowing the source to really get the most from this experience. Which I plan to.
So that's the current state of play around here. Play being the operative word.
Gorgeous! The hats are perfect for the ladies.
ReplyDeleteThank you. They're grudgingly acknowledging they like them. But they're drowned out by the shouts from the other three demanding theirs.
Deletegood to have several things to work on. I have several things I could be working on if I could just get motivated.
ReplyDeleteYes, that's the trick!
DeleteThe hats are wonderful and they have clearly lifted the spirits of the ones that wear them. (even if they don't want you to know that!)
ReplyDeleteI love the peachy tones of the new project and the prospects of what you will do with the cashmere are exciting!
Thank you. Far be it from any Dolliver to show they like new kit. They're afraid if they seem content that I'll stop trying to please them. It's a power move!
DeleteI am intrigued by the spool knitter arms and legs of the little dolls. Is that wire or pipe cleaner inserted to provide stability?
ReplyDeleteNo, it's Icord just knitting. I guess you could insert pipe cleaners if you wanted, though.
DeleteI adapted them from Knitted Babes by Claire Garland. She just knitted strips for arms and legs but I wanted them more substantial.
DeleteThose hats are the height of spring fashion and it's no wonder the rest of the D's are anxiously waiting for theirs. And cashmere - just the thought of running your fingers through it....aaah. I would keep it just for fondling.
ReplyDeleteThe hats are working quite well. I've learned, again, how big doll heads are!
DeleteThe hats are perfect on their respective Dollivers. But I suppose you planned it that way. I trust these gals are grateful for all you do for them.
ReplyDeleteI'd be surprised if they were! Entitled, thy name is Dolliver!
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