Here's the sushi wallet:
I didn't have a chance to fix the underarm hole on Tempting last night, but as I had Jim take pictures of it yesterday morning before I discovered it, I thought I'd show it anyway. I was still figuring out what to do with the ribbon - that is actually "seal brown" hem tape I had in my sewing stash, but I also have some brown suede cord and may even look for a contrasting color - maybe light blue or pink? Those colors look good with chocolate brown. Any ideas are appreciated!
Here's the yarn I bought on Saturday for the kids' sweaters:
Green Malabrigo for Noah's Cabo Hoodie
and my progress on it last night (you can see why I didn't fix Tempting once I cast on for this!)
Purple Lamb's Pride for McKenna's Starsky Jr.:
and Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece for Mia's Bounce skirt:
I also received my second SP package yesterday!! Check this out:
This was amazing - the package contained a beautifully made flower pin, 8 skeins of Monoprix Terra (made in Italy), L'Occitane Gelee Moussante (shower gel), L'Occitane effervescent cooling bath tablets, Lindt chocolate macaroons, and five beautiful buttons.
Take a closer look at the buttons - they are like a mother-of-pearl background and really beautiful.
Thank you so much, SP!
Can you change the ribbon color to match the rest of your outfit? I like the brown on brown. For this sweater, I think something simple like a grosgrain ribbon would be best (so it doesn't detract from the knitting), but if you ever want really super ribbons (embroidered, patterned), check this site:
www.hymanhendler.com/
Your SP buttons are beautiful!
Posted by: marjorie | October 30, 2007 at 08:58 AM
That wallet is too cute, as is Tempting!!
Posted by: Heather | October 30, 2007 at 10:30 AM
Yay for goodies, FOs and more yarn!
Posted by: mary | October 30, 2007 at 10:37 AM
I know the hem tape isn't a permanent solution, but it looks really good! I love the brown on brown. And, OMG, that hoodie is going to be so cute. Love that color.
Posted by: Jenny | October 30, 2007 at 10:50 AM
Wow Robin, those buttons are beautiful! I really like the brown on brown for Tempting too! The suede option sounds cool. The yarn you got for the kids looks great! I can't wait to see Starsky Jr.
Posted by: Monica | October 30, 2007 at 11:52 AM
Love the Tempting sweater!
Posted by: Kirsten | October 30, 2007 at 12:53 PM
Your tempting looks fantastic! I haven't seen many finished ones that I like but I love yours! I like the brown on brown ribbon too. If you choose a lighter color it will really stand out.
Posted by: Lara | October 30, 2007 at 01:15 PM
I think having different ribbons available for different outfits would be fun. It looks great, by the way. That sushi wallet looks so fun.
You are gonna LOVE the Malabrigo. It's so buttery. I know that's a very weird adjective for yarn, but it's true. Wait and see...
Posted by: Katie J | October 30, 2007 at 01:45 PM
That top is so very flattering on you! You've really got a knack at picking out projects that fit your body type to a T.
I really like the earthy brown color as well. I agree with the earlier poster that you could switch out the ribbon from time to time for a little variety.
Posted by: Amanda | October 30, 2007 at 01:48 PM
Sushi wallet is so cute! The red felted fabric looks gorgeous and 6-sushi motifs are so--- cute!!
I love chocolate brown Tempting and love brown on brown too. it looks pretty and chic.
Posted by: Koko | October 30, 2007 at 02:13 PM
Great package! Tempting looks fabulous! I think you could actually match the ribbon to whatever you're wearing. Like in that pic, a nice green ribbon would go perfectly. Chocolate is a great neutral.
Posted by: turtlegirl76 | October 30, 2007 at 06:14 PM
The brown top is absolutely gorgeous, you have done a great job. I can see it with all kinds of contrasting ribbon, have fun with it1
Posted by: Meg | October 30, 2007 at 06:16 PM
Great FOs!!
And you are gonna have those Christmas presents done before we know it!
Great SP11 package #2 really like the buttons!
Posted by: Stacey_CrimsonPurl | October 30, 2007 at 06:34 PM
Tempting came out great! I like the brown on brown too.
Posted by: Karen | October 30, 2007 at 06:48 PM
OH ROBIN!!! TEMPTING IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE!!!!!!!!!! What a great packaget too!
Posted by: adrienne | October 30, 2007 at 07:28 PM
I too was thinking you could change the ribbon out whenever you like! I like pink or a lt turquoise with brown though!!
Posted by: Michelle | October 30, 2007 at 08:21 PM
The FO's are amazing (as always)!! And those buttons are *to die for*! You're a lucky girl :)
Posted by: Maryanne | October 30, 2007 at 08:57 PM
The sushi wallet is super cute. I heart Malabrigo, what a nice color you got!
Posted by: Robyn | October 30, 2007 at 10:49 PM
I think shocking pink would look nice with that brown. It looks great on you, too!
Your package is wonderful, those buttons and that flower pin are lovely.
I love malabrigo. I do find it hard to knit with, though, as it's so sticky, if you know what I mean, like magnetic to itself!
Posted by: Liz | October 31, 2007 at 06:25 AM
That looks so good! Just change the ribbon part to match what you're wearing with it. Doesn't have to be one permanent ribbon! Great goodies you got too! I can't wait to see them knitted up!
Posted by: Carol | October 31, 2007 at 07:14 AM
This might be my favorite sweater on you! So very lovely!
Posted by: tiennie | October 31, 2007 at 02:26 PM
LOVE this sweater...buttons, also beautiful, and as asked mentioned previously, what about changing the ribbon to coordinate with the outfit? Too much work?
Posted by: Shannon O. | October 31, 2007 at 08:31 PM
Love your tempting. It looks great on you. What lovely gifts from your secret pal. I love l'occitane. Their shea butter hand cream is unbeatable.
Posted by: ruby | November 01, 2007 at 06:37 AM