Inspiration from Life and Travels

Back home again, leaving behind spring for only the promise of spring ...  but a change of scenery and location always helps to inspire me.  Going from temperatures in the 40's to temps in the 80's really got me into gear for readying our boutique for the warmer temperatures.  New items will be added over the weeks to come, and quite a few projects are underway. 

Where do the ideas come from?  If you ask 10 different people you will get 10 different answers.  For me, I have to give the stock answer we were taught back in business school:  'it depends'.  Sometimes the yarn or fabric calls out to be made into something in particular, sometimes I see an outfit that I think would really look great with a particular accessory, or sometimes nature or scenery inspires me. 

While in South Carolina, sitting poolside (which is also ocean side) my imagination was caught by the wonderful colors of the shimmering pool. It was warm and I happily knit and listened to an audiobook (a guilty pleasure). The warm glow of spring and scenery gave birth to a soft and flowing accent scarf, knit from a fabulous yarn of silk and bamboo -- which will hold a lovely drape without unwanted bulk and warmth.  It is easy to imagine being here!



Westin Resort at Port Royal Plantation, Hilton Head Island



Westin Resort, Hilton Head Island






Silk-Bamboo South Carolina Scarf

 This scarf will be available very soon under 'Hand Knits' at http://www.knittenkaboodle.com/ .