senses

It is said that the sense of smell is the most nostalgic.  Just one whiff of something can submerge you in memories both fond and forgettable.  To an artistically tuned person, I would argue that the sense of touch packs a wicked punch as well.

Just in time for fall, I've discovered a new fiber by Araucania, and am truly falling for knits and purls all over again.  This beautiful yarn named "Panguipulli", after a Chilean lake surrounded by volcanos, waterfalls and thousand-year-old trees, lives up to it's geological significance.  It's component, simple, 100% Merino Wool, hand dyed in Chile into several decadent blends, divine for your fingers...not to mention your face.

This lace/cable cowl pattern jumped out to me from Ravelry, and with a few adaptations it was set for my new favorite yarn.  In just under 5 hours, the cowl is complete, ready for wearing, or in my case, giving.  I may just have to make myself one of these as well, since impulses drove me to buy three skeins of Panguipulli in just one yarn shop visit.  I can't get enough!

To all my fellow knitters...welcome to fall...go nuts!

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