Shandeh's Bernat Projects

[Shandeh]

Shandeh -- you're welcome! What color yarn did you choose for the cabled cardigan?

I've chosen a bright, happy coral, called "Peony Pink". I love it!
I will post a photo of it tomorrow, from my laptop. I'm on my cell now.

[Shandeh]

Well, it's almost a month later, and I'm FINALLY posting a photo of that yarn. Ha!

Bernat Softee Chunky - Peony Pink by Shandeh, on Flickr

[mittenmaker]

I love that color, Shandeh! Don't you just love a fresh skein of yarn, all the promise it holds?
I just bought a skein of BSV in "Peacock" to make a pair of toe-up house socks for my cousin-in-law. I will probably start them after Christmas; I am working on the 2nd sock for my husband, a pair of the same kind of socks, but in BSV Gray Ragg. Wow, talk about SSS! I only have to work the heel and cuff, but this sock is sure taking its sweet time! Only one more week till Christmas. . .

[Shandeh]

Still working on my Aran Cables cardigan in Peony Pink. I finished the back, then got confused when making the left front. So, I checked with Bernat Customer Support, and they steered me the right way. I just love them!
I was not sure about Cable Panel A or B, and Chart II and III. Now, I got it all figured out.
Cable Panel A = Chart II
Cable Panel B = Chart III


As you know, I finished my Red Friday Scarf some time ago. This week, I added some beaded tassels, just to dress it up a little. I love how it turned out!

Red Scarf with Beaded Tassels by Shandeh, on Flickr

Recently, I made some simple Quickie Slippers, using Bernat Softee Chunky in the color "Teal Twists". I had to add a row of single crochets, with some SC2togethers, to make the ankle opening a bit smaller. Now, they stay on well, and I usually wear them over ankle socks. They keep my feet nice and comfy.

Finished Slipper by Shandeh, on Flickr

I'm plugging along with my Temperature Wrap as well. Finished Jan and Feb. I think I will end up making two wraps, then seaming them together along the unfringed edge, leaving the fringes on the sides, so it will be a throw. Should be cozy and warm during fall and winter.

Temperature Wrap - thru end of Feb by Shandeh, on Flickr

And I'm following through with my "Design Your Own Scarf" idea. Using Bernat's Wagon Wheel stitch design, I plan on making several motifs, then seaming them together for my scarf. That design is SO FUN to make! I'm using Vickie Howell's Sheepish yarn in the color Lime(ish).

Wagon Wheels by Shandeh, on Flickr

[Shichemell]

I was out shopping for some stuff at Walmart the other day, and saw a skein of Bernat Boa in the yarn section. (I always look at the yarn when I'm there....OF COURSE!) Bernat Boa is such a silky, soft yarn, so I reached out and fondled it a while. Then, my hands dropped the skein into my cart, all by themselves!

So, it's time to start a little project with that yarn. It's the color "Peacock", which has lots of blues and purples. I'm leaning toward making this Boa Collar, but I think I'll just use a button closure instead of the satin ribbon.

This made me laugh out loud!! HAHAHA! My hands throw all sorts of things into my shopping cart when I'm not looking!!

[Shandeh]

I was out shopping for some stuff at Walmart the other day, and saw a skein of Bernat Boa in the yarn section. (I always look at the yarn when I'm there....OF COURSE!) Bernat Boa is such a silky, soft yarn, so I reached out and fondled it a while. Then, my hands dropped the skein into my cart, all by themselves!

This made me laugh out loud!! HAHAHA! My hands throw all sorts of things into my shopping cart when I'm not looking!!

[Shandeh]

I'm working on several different projects right now (as usual).

The Bernat "Cable Blanket", from their Double Up pattern book. Using stash yarn that was gifted to me by a friend.

Cabled Baby Blanket Growing by Shandeh, on Flickr


The Bernat Bamboo Crochet Vest is coming along nicely. All I have left to do is seam it together!

Back Complete by Shandeh, on Flickr


I'm also still working on the Temperature Scarf, and the "Design Your Own Scarf".

[mittenmaker]

Oh WOW, Shandeh. . .I LOVE love them both! The blanket looks so luxurious; I just love those cables.
The vest is *beautiful* also. I can see it over a blouse or T, with a beautiful flowing skirt.
Gorgeous!

[Shandeh]

Thank you, my friend!

[Shandeh]

A couple nights ago, I crocheted a quick dishcloth, using the "Primrose Cloth" pattern from Bernat's "Bright Ideas" pattern book. Fun! I used Bernat Handicrafter Cotton in the colors Freshly Squeezed, Lemon/Lime, and Tangerine. Okay....now I'm thirsty.

Bernat/Lily Primrose Cloth by Shandeh, on Flickr