Pom Pom Quarterly has released their Spring 2019 issue. Let's have a look at it.
Woodwardia. I'm not too thrilled with the slightly boxy, cropped shape of this turtleneck, but I do like the feather-like garter detail at the seams, which gives an otherwise plain, classic piece a touch of distinction.
Vivarium. The boxy shape and dropped shoulders detract from what is otherwise a decent piece with an interestingly offbeat fair isle design.
Filix. A polished little pair of mitts.
Water Clover. This is pretty, and the shaping isn't bad, although I can't help but fear this top would feel a little stiff to the touch, as crochet tends to do compared to knitting.
Sweetfern. This one's attractive and visually interesting.
Ginkgophyte. A very stylish little tee with a contemporary vibe. That's some really striking detail.
Adiantum. A very pretty sweater with interesting stitchwork, and yet it's not so bold in design that it couldn't be paired up with a number of other pieces in a woman's wardrobe.
Aurea. Such a lovely wrap. The texture's fabulous.
Davallia. This crocheted shawl has a pretty lace pattern that feels modern and stylish -- this is a piece that could so easily have gone in an unfortunate "seventies homemaking magazine pattern" direction, but didn't at all.
That last one isn't a shawl, it's called a robe on Ravelry. Whatever it is though, it works surprisingly well!
ReplyDeletea few years ago i made myself a top similar to 'water clover' and wore it over a tanktop style dress...i saw a picture of myself in it and thought "oh ick", i'm 70, in good shape, petite...any great ideas how you'd wear a top like that??? thanks...i trust your judgement.
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