Pattern Release: Nefertiti Wrap
Named for the famous Egyptian Queen, Nefertiti. It is rumored that she ruled the Upper and Lower Kingdoms on her own after her husband’s death before her son Tutankhamun took the throne. With her husband she changed the polytheistic religion of Egypt to the worship of one god. This wrap evokes the sheer pleated gowns and serpentine vines found in carvings and artwork of Nefertiti.
Available in the MimKnits Online Store and also on Ravelry.
Yarn Requirements: 800-900 yards (120-135 grams) of Sweet Georgia Cashsilk Lace (45% cashmere/55% silk). Sample is colorway ‘Hydrangea’. 24 wpi
Suggested Needles: 3.5mm (US 4) 24 or 30 inch (61-76 cm) circular or size needed to obtain gauge.
Notions: 2 stitch markers (more may be used to mark the pattern repeats in the lace, if desired, see notes), tapestry needle to weave in ends.
Gauge: 18 stitches and 33 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in first motif pattern after blocking.
Finished Size: 70 inches (178 cm) long, and 20 inches (51 cm) wide.
Techniques Used: Techniques used include knit, purl, yarn over, k2tog, k3tog, ssk, sssk, centered double decrease.
Available in the MimKnits Online Store and also on Ravelry.
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Comments
This is such a beautiful piece – and the yarn is pure heaven.
Posted by: Cheryl S. | May 5th, 2009 18:06
it’s stunning! the color looks great on you, too.
Posted by: mai | May 5th, 2009 21:52
How very lovely!
Posted by: Sarah | May 5th, 2009 22:20
utterly beautiful. If I didn’t already have too many projects, I could easily be tempted! ;)
Posted by: ingrid | May 6th, 2009 05:07
Ooooo – how gorgeous is that? I have that same yarn base, I think – I might need one for myself.
Posted by: Anne | May 6th, 2009 06:34
Absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Bev | May 6th, 2009 08:55
It’s a knock out! Beautiful!!
Posted by: Judy | May 6th, 2009 12:42
Absolutely gorgeous!!!
Posted by: Romi | May 6th, 2009 18:08
So lovely! I’ve had some laceweight just waiting around for the perfect pattern… this is the one! I have other projects on the needles that I’m trying to finish up right now, but I keep wanting to do ‘just one more row’ of your beautiful pattern. Thanks!
Posted by: Liz | May 6th, 2009 19:49
Oh dear, another MUST KNIT for the list. Gorgeous!
Posted by: Robby | May 7th, 2009 06:28
This color is so beautiful on you. When you pose with your arms out it reminds me of those wall paintings and statuettes of Nefertiti with her arms extended. I love this. Another amazing work of art. Where do you get so many ideas?
Posted by: Claudia | May 7th, 2009 07:42
GORGEOUS, Miriam! I love love LOVE the diagonal lines of the vines.
Posted by: Norma | May 7th, 2009 08:44
it’s stunning my dear, ever so beautiful, just like you!
Posted by: marge | May 7th, 2009 16:33
The results are breathtaking… and the photoshoot turned out so well. The photos really show off your work. I agree with Norma about the power of a diagonal design.
Posted by: Birdsong | May 7th, 2009 17:46
This is beautiful – so delicate. Love the diagonal lines too!
Posted by: Laura | May 14th, 2009 17:38