I am pleased that I didn't have more than one ball of the Debbie Bliss Alpaca Silk as it meant that I had to use some Rowan Pure Wool in cream to accent the kitty. He has a cream belly and chin and the tips of his toes and tail are also cream. I think it makes him look a bit more authentic. The sweater was knit in Sirdar Snuggly which I had laying around from my fair isle projects. All in all the wool used is gorgeous, soft and huggable. I had just enough ginger yarn left to finish the sewing up and I finished doing his face this afternoon, before sewing him into his sweater.
All in all I would definitely recommend any of Liz's patterns, as has an eye for the fun and the unusual. This one, in particular, is a very firm favourite and I know I will knit more of these little kitties for the Kitty swap group I belong too. I am going to be ahead of the trend, because as soon as this pattern is posted, there will be a flurry of these little kitties winging their way across the globe. For Ravelry users, the pattern is free and available here.
What a beautiful cat - PLEASE bring him to knitting group on Monday so we can admire him 'in person'!!
ReplyDeleteYou didn't need to ask, I am carrying him around with me showing him to everyone. I just want to hug him all the time.
ReplyDeleteoh! this is adorable!!!
ReplyDeletei loooooove this kitty!
great job!