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I Went to the Animal Fair

Ok, the Howard County Fair(grounds). They were having an Alpaca fiber exhibit. And since it's only a few minutes from my house I took a short roadtrip up. Unfortunately I forgot my camera so I have no photos of the really cute critters. They're much smaller than I thought they'd be, and much softer. They make noises similar to sheep but softer and quieter. I hear you can even housebreak them. Really? So I'm re-thinking my post retirement activities. Wonder how they get along with chickens? I did buy a couple of skeins of yarn. This one's hand dyed and 100% alpaca. I also bought a pattern to make it into a lace cowl from the same vendor.

These 2 are 30% Merino and are natural colors - not dyed. I have a 2 color pattern planned for them. Though, with my knitting speed, I don't recomment you hold your breath waiting for the results. But it should be really pretty when it's done.
In other news. I see a lot of pattern matching in the fashion mags but am scared to try it. What do you think: Too much? What the hell are you thinking? Go go girl, wish I had your fashion sense? Stick to solids and let Mondo do the mixing?

And finally, more serger woes. Seriously? WTF? See my nicely finished pink sample? Looks fine, doesn't it? Now look at my real garment. These were done at the same time - in fact I didn't even cut the threads between the sample and the shirt until I was done stitching. I really just don't understand. Really. I ended up actually overcasting this mess on my Viking. Pah.

And in closing, don't forget you use your JoAnn's 60% off + dollars off coupons. Best sale in a long time - I got a whole bag of stuff I didn't need for the price of the cutting board I've had my eye on for some time. I do so love me a good sale.
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7 comments:

  1. SewRuthieNovember 19, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Beebee, love that print and check together, they look great. I think it works becuase the same colours are repeated. I say go for it.

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  2. KCNovember 19, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I'm a serger novice, but I think the problem is that the shirt is curved. Sergers do NOT like curves, especially concave curves. I think you have to find a way to straighten the fabric as it goes through the serger, without stretching it out of shape, of course.

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  3. AnonymousNovember 19, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    another possibility for the serger might be that the knife is cutting the seam too close- possibly because it is a curved seam?
    Kathy W

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  4. BetsyVNovember 20, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    I like the pattern combination, but I don't think I personally would have the nerve to wear it. Does that make any sense?

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  5. The Slapdash SewistNovember 22, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    I love your pattern-mixing set! I would make separates, though. Sometimes you're not in the mood to be so conspicuous. (Or at least I'm not.)

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  6. BeeBeeNovember 22, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Thanks for the comments on my mixing/matching. These are 2 separate pieces - a skirt and blouse (that now has sleeves and buttons). Would it look better with a solid belt separating the 2 patterns? I'm still not sure I'm brave enough to wear it - time will tell.

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  7. patsijeanNovember 23, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    The print mixing is perfect. A belt would be good, especially if it makes you feel a little more confident.
    Regarding the serger: The knives do need to be closer to the fabric. Check your width settings as each fabric will be different.

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