Paula Knit Mystique

Experimenting with yarn and stitches is a very exciting process, trials that give unexpected results that in themselves are a hint and the motivation behind a bigger vision. They can be (warning: not always) the beginning of a masterpiece 😉.  When using a knitting machine the progress is normally faster than hand knitting. Although unless you already have a pattern card or are using basic knitting stitches, the time spent ends up being almost equal.  As knitters we are always more than willing to immerse ourselves into the task and time is not a concern.  In this post I wanted to share some swatches I made for the Summer 2020 designs which are so very neat. Using one thread of linen and 2 of very fine cotton, tuck stitch and different tensions...these are the results: They are not meant to be sleeves, but placing them against the skin can give you a better idea of the drape, weight and flow of your sample.  Happy to answer any questions...the result of this samples ...

It is incredible the offer within the fashion industry for shorts...denim specially.  For many years now  and all throughout the year most brands offer a take on this popular garment.  I personally find denim a bit overdone and during the Summer season I like to put denim to rest...it is hot and I need cool, flexible fabrics for comfort. It was then when I thought that a soft cotton used as lingerie, loungewear and streetwear was the very best option to beat the mass produced, high street fashion take on an all round garment.  Now I can be unique, fashionable, comfortable, fresh and what is very important for me...I look after the environment with this handmade, locally made, European cotton knitted shorts. Aren't they divine? Summer knitted shorts or skorts which can be used as swimwear to go to the beach or hang around the swimming pool, or as loungewear around the house.  You can purchase  Here