|
|
Rating:  (5 out of 5) |
| Chunky Mochi, for some reason, is noticeably softer than either Mochi Plus or Mini Mochi--I have no idea why. Another difference perhaps related to the softness? is that, although the fiber content of all 3 yarns is listed as the same, the 2 lighter weights can be machine-washed, but the chunky version requires hand-washing. No one seems to know why--it's just something to bear in mind.
It is heaven to work with, but DO recall that it is single-ply, and therefore, essentially like roving. When making a knot while finishing off, I thought I was tugging gently, but it shredded right in my hands. Just be aware--but I wouldn't allow that to prevent me from using it again. And of course whatever you're making will fly. I used a size 11 to make a child's cowl, and it was done in a flash.
Highly recommend this yarn. |
| Rating: (5 out of 5) |
| I haven't finished an entire skein yet, so I can't speak as to whether or not there could be a knot, however, this is an incredibly soft yarn--one of those that is a delight to work with. It's called worsted, but it's definitely a LIGHT worsted, so do bear that in mind. The pictures on JBW are very accurate as to color, at least for Salt & Pepper and Sea Glass, the colors I have used. |
Rating:  (4 out of 5) |
| Although I always find myself wishing that Silk Garden were a bit softer, it's hard to beat the sheer intensity of color that you get with it. And it does of course, soften a bit with careful blocking I'm fond of Eucalan, but there are other washing products.
What I appreciate the most, though, is the assistance I get from the wonderful and VERY patient! folks at JBW when purchasing Silk Garden. I know they do usually photograph the actual product they have, but it's still so nice to be able to call up and just say something like, Is there really a good amount of pink in that color combination? Because they will literally go and put their hands on the yarn and check it out for you. Usually, they'll pick my yarn and send it right on the spot--which means that there's an attention to detail that you just can't find with some really big online places.
So JBW's service gets 5 stars, as always, and Silk Garden is as beautiful but typically woolly-feeling, of course as ever. |
| Rating: (5 out of 5) |
| This particular color in Malabrigo Worsted varies wildly from batch to batch. I had been waiting for it to show up with certain colors predominating, so when it did, I wanted to order but was hesitant. I called & spoke with a young lady who personally pulled a few skeins, described the colors, picked out 2 that looked the most alike, and that it was I received with a note from her. I already knew the yarn was wonderful, but the service at JBW makes all the difference in purchasing here. |
| Rating: (5 out of 5) |
| If you have yarn that is very interesting, unusual, or for any reason you want to emphasize the yarn itself rather than the design, these tops are perfect. They are also easy to make changes on e.g., I usually need to lengthen the body, and that was no problem at all. So, while the patterns are not by themselves unusual, they provide an excellent means to show off a great yarn. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Stitch Red
Knitting Calculator
Facebook
Jimmy Beans Blog
Pinterest
Ravelry
Stitch Mountain
Twitter
Subscribe to RSS feed
Share
