I have to say that I love the name of these mittens that I just finished. Several years ago, I had an anxiety condition where I would hold my breath. That's a thing of the past now, but the words "breathe deep" make me instantly do so, and even now it calms me down.
Pattern: Breathe Deep by Through the Loops
Yarn: Brooks Farm Solana in 31
Needles: US 4
Modifications: None
Sizing: I used smaller needles and made the larger size. They seem to fit well this way.
I made these mittens for a co-worker. She is often cold, and part of our job is being outside even in the cold weather! She also loves the color red. She has told me that her entire house is decorated with little pops of red.
I find making holiday gifts for my co-workers stressful. (They must be done by Friday!) But I do love finding just the right pattern, yarn, and color for a preson I know well. I hope that she likes them!
PS. I decided to frog Betty. It is a cardigan pattern already, so I don't think adding button bands would give me enough width for it to fit. Also, the sleeves are too tight. It needs to become something else!
I love these! Hope she does too...
Posted by: thea | December 16, 2009 at 11:13 PM
Those look great!
Posted by: Emilee | December 17, 2009 at 12:06 AM
Gorgeous! I love that red, it's so saturated and rich.
Posted by: Bethany | December 17, 2009 at 01:30 PM
I love your Breathe Deep mittens - I made a pair of these also, just love them!
Posted by: Stacey | December 17, 2009 at 07:26 PM
Beautiful! I'm sure your friend and co-worker will love them.
Posted by: Brenda | December 18, 2009 at 07:15 PM
The color and mitten look great!
Posted by: Mildawg | December 19, 2009 at 07:14 PM
Greets
A friend of mine just emailed me one of your articles from a while back. meself read that one a few more.
Ciao
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