lightkeeper

We are continuing the gansey theme today – with a beautifully textured pullover, that’s designed to perfectly fit . . .

. . . a two litre hot water bottle!

Seriously though, doesn’t this knitted cosy resemble a wee gansey?

Right down to the traditional brown button with which it closes?

I love designing garments most of all, but sometimes it’s fun to work on a little something on a small canvas, a something that is just all about the fabric, the pleasure of the knitting, and the way the thing is finished off and fits.

All the details of this cosy have been carefully thought through. The pattern begins with a winding cast on, and the twisted stitch panels are neatly integrated into the bottom shaping.

An afterthought closure is inserted in the back, with twisted rib, i-cord, button and fastening above and below

The pattern panels are shaped around the bottle neck

Which is finished with a stretchy tubular bind off

I am deeply fond of these twisted stitch patterns – these panels of maritime ropes and braids which feature on many of my designs in the Davaar collection . . .

. . . if you want to try out the twisted stitch panels upon a small canvas, this cosy is the perfect place to start!

I developed this design with Beverley, who helped me work out and hone all its knitterly details, on the needles. Thank you, Beverley!

We had fun creating the Lightkeeper design – and whether knitting it for yourself or as a useful gift – I’m sure you’ll enjoy knitting it too.

For those who have been asking, individual patterns and kits from this collection will be available after the publication of the book.

The Davaar book is now available to pre-order!