Calling all afghan lovers!! Our friends at Cascade Yarns have done it again! They’ve partnered with designer Hannah Wallace and Knit Simple Magazine and come up with yet another gorgeous afghan Knit Along.
The folks at Cascade know that you don’t have a ton of spare time, but almost everyone has the time to knit one square a month. One square–that’s not a huge commitment. And what a sense of satisfaction you feel, at the end of the year, when you have this exquisite afghan finished up in time for the Holidays. The only difficulty will be deciding if you keep it for yourself or gift it to that special someone.
To participate in this KAL, all you have to do is purchase a copy of the Knit Simple Holiday 2017 Issue. You probably planned on buying it anyway, right?! All twelve afghan square patterns are in here, so you definitely need this issue in order to participate.
This pattern uses 4 shades of Cascade Yarns 128 Superwash, a buttery soft, machine washable merino. And let’s face it, you need a yarn that’s washable for this. You’ll be cuddled up under this afghan with a nice hot cuppa and your knitting, and chances are you spill a little something. Accidents happen right? No fear!! Superwash wool allows you the freedom to pop it into the machine on gentle and voilà! A nice clean afghan!
If you’re looking for some neutral shades for your afghan, why not try out the colours Cascade have chosen. Rich, earthy brown tones are sure to coordinate with everything. The colours pictured above are 875 Feather Grey, 1926 Doeskin Heather, 862 Walnut Heather and 247 Tuffet.
If you’re still thinking along a neutral theme but you want something a little more industrial, maybe shades of grey is more your thing. Cascade has a suggestion for that palette as well. 871 White, 1946 Silver, 900 Charcoal Heather and 1913 Jet. Classic!!
Looking for something a little more vibrant? Let us suggest this lovely palette of blues. These rich, fully saturated colours will make the designs in this afghan pop. Take a look at 897 Baby Denim, 845 Denim, 1959 Deep Sapphire, and 854 Navy.
And our last suggestion is something a little softer, more delicate if you will. Everyone loves getting roses and we think this colour combination will remind you of just that–a lovely bouquet of fresh cut flowers. Perfect for the girly girl in you! 1963 Tutu, 901 Cotton Candy, 903 Flamingo Pink and 216 Beet Red.
Whatever colours of Cascade 128 Superwash you choose we would love to see them! Post pictures of your progress on our Facebook or Instagram, we’re eager to see the colour combinations possible! Be sure to follow along on the Knit Simple Facebook page as well.
Let us know if you plan on joining in on this KAL. It’s really a great way to make some new friends, become part of an online community and most importantly, get some serious knitting done!!
Happy knitting and crocheting everyone!