It’s a week to go until the summer Solstice here in the Northern Hemisphere, and Knit Picks have today published their new summer pattern collection, called Botanic: Nature-Inspired Lace.
The collection contains six lovely laceweight patterns, and I am delighted that my pattern, Solstice, has been included. Solstice is a light coverup for warm sunny days and languid summer nights. A lovely floaty shawl, with a wide neck that makes it easy to slip over the head on cooler evenings. It is knit in Voliere, their brand new laceweight yarn, a mix of 30% Mulberry Silk, 40% Linen and 30% Baby Alpaca.
The pattern book, in both hard copy and eBook forms, can be purchased from the Knit Picks Website.
I’m in love with this pattern! The yarn I’ve selected is finger weight yarn containing silk. Any suggestions on creating this piece with a heavier weight than lace?
Hi Jere, Thank you for asking! The Knit Picks Voliere is a fluffy yarn, so although it is categorised as laceweight, it knits up a little thicker. I would advise swatching using the yarn you want to use, perhaps drop a needle size, and see if you get gauge. I hope it works out for you! Best wishes, Sue.