I spent a few nights this past week knitting a sweater for Kate's llama, Llambardo. It's made of llama wool, of course, bought from Mount Lehman Llamas. You should check out their very cool Web site, which answers every imaginable question (and some unimaginable questions) about llamas.I made this for the Ravelry Harry Potter Knit & Crochet House Cup, which may sound a little bit ridiculous if you don't knit and you're not a fan of Harry Potter, but for those of us who do and are, it's loads of fun.
I'm particularly proud of the no-seam construction. I made the sweater like a sock with two heels, and added buttonhole-like openings for the legs and tail. I'd put in too many rows in the front flap, which makes Llambardo look like he is sporting a bust or beer belly. Kate wants me to make him another sweater in purple, so I will try to improve the next version. I'm not sure if there is any demand at all for a Webkinz llama sweater, but if there is interest, I will work on writing up and posting the pattern.
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Hi my name is Jesse and I am a new knitter and was looking for a way to knit an afghan on circular needles on google and it somehow led me here I am self taught and have been getting all my knitting tips from the internet(video's,blogs,etc..)I'm kinda stumped here do you think you could give me a hand. My E-mail is jesse_16perez@yahoo
Jesse, I suggest you get an account on Ravelry. There are terrific resources there. You can get advice on the forums and free patterns as well.
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