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Searching for the Perfect Pattern – A Contest!

Searching for the Perfect Pattern – A Contest!

EDIT: We have a winner! By random number generator, the winner is Meghan Kyte :) Meghan, be sure to check your email!

IMG_0797What to do with 500 yards of tonal yarns? What if I add another 500 yards in a neutral palette? I’m looking for the perfect pattern to show off my new Painter Palette line, and I need my knitters to weigh in!

I’ve put together a few sample combos to show off how my neutrals and palettes could be paired, and I’m looking for the perfect pattern suggestion. The winner will get a Painter Palette kit in my Killarney sock, in their choice of colours! All you have to do is leave a comment on this page letting me know what pattern you think would work (something with 3-5 colours is ideal), then share the contest on your Facebook, and blog for additional entries (be sure to let me know you did!)

Below are some of my ideas for combos, but no need to stick to what I’ve done :) Shawls and sweaters… everything is kosher as long as it’s either fingering or sport weight.

Raincloud and Mt Fuji. Untitled-1

Charcoal and MonarchUntitled-12

Ecru and EggshellUntitled-13

Jade and SundownUntitled-14

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41 responses to “Searching for the Perfect Pattern – A Contest!”

  1. MrsReine Avatar
    MrsReine

    I think this pattern would be a great way to feature the beauty of such complimentary colors. It’s a simple sweater, but it would be made much prettier with these colorways. http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/colorslide (BTW, I’ve shared the contest on Facebook!)

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  2. Joanne Avatar
    Joanne

    I think Tanis’ Vector scarf/wrap would be perfect for this! :) http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vector

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  3. Heather K Avatar
    Heather K

    Is it only supposed to be one? LOL
    -Nice and Knit’s “Boden” poncho, or
    -Churchmouse Yarns & Teas’ “Linen Stitch Scarf” or “Easy Folded Poncho – Color Block Version”.

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  4. Katie Avatar
    Katie

    Ohhh definitely a Moonraker for the Sundown! http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/moonraker-2

    Shared on Facebook too!

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  5. CORINNE WARNER Avatar
    CORINNE WARNER

    I would chose either Clincher ( I have made 3 so far), it’s perfect for gradient yarns, the side loops would look smashing in any one of the palettes or Brush Creek Shawl ( similar to Zuzu’s Petals, made 6 of them) or Sunset Park. The patterns are easy enough for a beginner, yet satisfying for a knitter with a higher skill level

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  6. mrjosiahbain Avatar
    mrjosiahbain

    I was just looking at Melanie Berg’s The Joker and the Thief pattern (http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-joker-and-the-thief) yesterday, and I think that the Charcoal/Monarch combination would be superb with it. I also think that the On the Spice Market would be another lovely design to pair with your marvelous yarn. (http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/on-the-spice-market)

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  7. Sandi Avatar
    Sandi

    A Bounce blanket by TinCanKnits. You could use any of those palettes. They would all be soooo beautiful :) I don’t see Bounce just as a baby blanket – it would be a gorgeous throw for an adult, too!
    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bounce-6

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  8. Agi Avatar
    Agi

    I could very well imagine that you could knit a cardigan with this wonderful wool and tries to combine different colors.

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cardigan-4-seasons

    for example from dark to light :-)

    I’ve shared the contest on Facebook!
    (Agis kreative Welt)

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  9. gail Avatar
    gail

    the pattern i most want to do with your yarn is: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/on-the-spice-market

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    1. gail Avatar
      gail

      me again! more suggestions after looking in my queue: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frostline (a fingering version should be easy!)
      http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/elizabeth-7
      http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/leftie
      http://www.ravelry.com/projects/wldseame/sea-of-shells

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  10. CORINNE WARNER Avatar
    CORINNE WARNER

    I would chose either Clincher ( I have made 3 so far), it’s perfect for gradient yarns, the side loops would look smashing in any one of the palettes or Brush Creek Shawl ( similar to Zuzu’s Petals, made 6 of them) or Sunset Park. The patterns are easy enough for a beginner, yet satisfying for a knitter with a higher skill level.

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  11. Agi Avatar
    Agi

    It would be really exciting to see a cardigan from this wonderful wool and colors combined !
    For example from dark to light :-)

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cardigan-4-seasons

    I shared it on facebook :-)
    (Agis kreative Welt)

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  12. Steph. Avatar
    Steph.

    Patterns that use gradients! My favourite! My absolute top Number 1 pick is:
    Stripe Study Shawl (http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripe-study-shawl).

    It’s simple, it’s elegant, and it’s gorgeous when knit with a gradient. Because the shape is the feature it doesn’t draw away from the colours, it enhances them. I think one would be stunning in a Jade or Charcoal with the Sundown set. Or Raincloud and Monarch!

    Other suggestions include:

    Inara Wrap : http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/inara-wrap
    Ode to Autumn : http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ode-to-autumn
    Black to the Fuschia : http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/black-to-the-fuchsia
    Celadon: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/celadon-shawl (This collection has a few beauts!)

    Best of luck! Love the new colours you’re putting out!

    I’ve also shared this on FB!

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  13. Kate Avatar
    Kate

    I found a few patterns that would work great:

    – Moonraker (Melanie Berg) takes about 1000 yards in 4 colors

    – joker and the theif (Melanie Berg) also uses about 1000 yards

    – Andrea’s shawl (Kristen kapur) uses a smaller yardage, 350-700, but offers a lot of color opportunity with the striping

    – dot shawl (casapinka) uses about 900 yards and would show off the beautiful gradients of the accent colors

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  14. Steph. Avatar
    Steph.

    I’m not sure what happened to my last comment, I guess it was eaten? But here’s my absolute top favourite pick:

    Stripe Study Shawl : http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripe-study-shawl

    It makes for a really beautiful canvas for gradients/palette sets. It’s so huge and huggable, and so simple to create. It’s simplicity makes it a great piece for showcasing yarns.

    Some runners up are :

    Celadon Shawl (The Chroma Collection is great for palettes!) – http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/celadon-shawl
    Ode to Autumn – http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ode-to-autumn
    Inara Wrap – http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/inara-wrap
    Black to the Fuschia – http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/black-to-the-fuchsia
    First Point of Libra – http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/first-point-of-libra

    As for colour options, the Jade or Charcoal would be lovely with Sundown, and Raincloud & Monarch would be so bright and delicate.

    Can’t wait to see what suggestions people come up with! Also shared on Facebook!

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  15. JennG Avatar
    JennG

    Here is one I’ve been wanting to try. As I’m a fairly new sweater knitter, I honestly don’t know if it would work for what you’re looking for, but thought I’d share it :) I’m also sharing on Facebook :)
    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/le-scarabee-bleu/

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  16. Andrea F. Avatar
    Andrea F.

    There are some beautiful patterns, and that yarn is gorgeous! Both on its own and together. The pairings are endless which is why I think the Inara Wrap would be amazing to show off both! From light to dark gradient-like color choices to just all the fun you would have in seeing the pattern unfold.. It would be my choice (if I wasn’t using one of your other lovely gradient yarns which I am saving up to do this pattern with.)

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/inara-wrap
    Yarn weight – Fingering
    Gauge – 21 stitches and 38 rows = 4 inches ~ in Eyelet fabric pattern
    Yardage – 1000 – 1500 yards (914 – 1372 m)
    Sizes available – Short, Medium and Long

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  17. Sandy Gnomepants Avatar
    Sandy Gnomepants

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/first-point-of-libra

    This one is simple and elegant and classic! I think that the best colors would be your Ecru and Eggshell combo above!

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  18. Adrienne Avatar
    Adrienne

    I’d like to try a shawl or wrap with ridges separating different sections. Each section could have a different colour. I have been considering Stephen West’s Exploration Station shawl for this and also considering his Boneyard Shawl with some modifications.

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  19. estherchandler Avatar
    estherchandler

    A cheeky plug for one of my own patterns – Pacific Rim Shawl. Mostly because I have already been imagining making it in your Mount Fuji/Raincloud colours before I saw this post! It’s actually a crochet pattern, and deliberately really simple to show off the yarns.

    Pacific Rim Shawl

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  20. Marylou Trushinski Avatar
    Marylou Trushinski

    My next project is the boneyard shawl and it would look beautiful in raincloud Mt. Fugi

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  22. Ruth Clukey Avatar
    Ruth Clukey

    I have done the Therapy Shawl by Laura Aylor. It requires multiple colors and would be awesomw in the yarn.

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  23. Carol Soares Avatar
    Carol Soares

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripe-study-shawl

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ceciliana

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/solarium

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/love–madness

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cypri

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  24. Debra Avatar
    Debra

    Siren Song by Louise Zass Bangham is lovely as is First Point of Libra by Laura Aylor. Both would look great. Thanks for the chance to win some of your gorgeous yarn.

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  25. Kristi Petersen Avatar
    Kristi Petersen

    i’ve been dying to do Exploration Station by Stephen West, and i think any of these palettes would look pretty cool in that pattern. Sharing on Facebook!!

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  26. projectstash Avatar
    projectstash

    What a great contest … especially as I’ve been thinking so much about putting together some color combos for projects myself. Your gradients are stunning and would look beautiful knit in Tailwind by Clara Falk, Solaris by Melanie Berg, or Penicuik by Justyna Lorkowska.

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  27. Tambi Dalman Avatar
    Tambi Dalman

    I like the Playground Shawl by http://www.ravelry.com/designers/justyna-lorkowska

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  28. June De Grote Avatar
    June De Grote

    It looks like there are a lot of good choices out there. I do like The Joker and the Thief by Melanie Berg, as well as, Penicuik by Justyna Lorkowska. What would Abingdon by Kirsten Kepur look like with these stunning colors? I would love to give that shawl a try!

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  29. Susan Waugh Avatar
    Susan Waugh

    I would combine Jade (so gorgeous) with the Eggshell Palette, and knit Double Scoop: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/double-scoop-3

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  30. Meghan Kyte Avatar
    Meghan Kyte

    I think Stephen West’s Samen would be a great showcase for your Painter Palette Line.
    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/samen

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  31. Meghan Kyte Avatar
    Meghan Kyte

    I think Stephen West’s Samen would be a great showcase for your Painters Palette Line.
    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/samen

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  32. Cynthia Kenwell Avatar
    Cynthia Kenwell

    I think that any shawl pattern from Janna Kallio would fit perfectly with your yarn. My favorite pattern would be this one…
    http://www.ravelry.com/projects/milainemicoton/passeggiata…using your treebark with monarch. So yummy.

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  33. Showanda Mosley Avatar
    Showanda Mosley

    I don’t yet knit, but there are some beautiful projects that could be crocheted with your very beautiful yarns. Two that I’ve found are the Monsoon Stole by Alia Bland. I specifically like the project on Ravelry completed by clantabby. I also love Patty’s Wrap by Julie Blagojevich. I hope these still qualify me. :-)

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  34. Showanda Avatar
    Showanda

    I don’t yet knit, but I’ve believe there are many lovely crochet patterns that could use your beautiful yarn. Two that I’ve found are Monsoon Stole by Alia Bland. I specifically love the project done by clantabby on Ravelry. The other is Patty’s Wrap by Julie Blagojevich. I hope this still qualifies me. :-)

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  35. Audrey D. Avatar
    Audrey D.

    It’s hard to find the right pattern for such gorgeous yarn, but I have some suggestions:

    1. High Tide by Justyna Lorkowska ( http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/high-tide-7 )
    2. 3 Color Cashmere Shawl by Joji Locatelli ( http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/3-color-cashmere-shawl ).

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  36. Cynthia K Avatar
    Cynthia K

    I would think that any Janina Kallio shawl pattern would look fantastic with your beautiful yarn. My favorite pattern is …www.ravelry.com/projects/milainemicoton/passeggiata … which I think would look gorgeous with your treebark and monarch combo!

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  37. Talya Avatar
    Talya

    I know it’s not sport weight, but with a little short row modification (for a longer length)- I think Marching Through The Looking Glass would be absolutely perfect.

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/marching-through-the-looking-glass

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  38. Line Rondeau Avatar
    Line Rondeau

    I think anything by Janet Thornley would look good in Jade and Sundown. But I am partial to both of these:

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/arasta-vest – The Arasta Vest

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/once-upon-a-cowl and Once upon a cowl.

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  39. Crafty Effie Avatar
    Crafty Effie

    Like some others who commented, I have a love affair with ALL of Melanie Berg’s shawl designs – Tamdou, Ropedance, Joker & the thief, Rheinlust, Mirkfallon, etc. – that are all well suited gradients or color combos (even the plain ones), but there’s a few other patterns I hold a soft spot for like Laura Chau’s Dipped Infinity scarf, Mindy Wilkes’s Holden and the seashore sweater that are all a perfect canvas for gradient yarns.

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  40. procrastaknit Avatar
    procrastaknit

    Oooh so many possibilities, I am loving your charcoal and monarch color combo.

    * http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/got-the-blue

    * http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripes-gone-crazy

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