These are the prettiest apricots I’ve seen this year. And they’re just delicious — sweet, a little tart, and perfect in every way. They come from Red Jacket Orchards in Geneva, NY; not exactly local, but in the same state, at least.
So, I didn’t begin another Baktus. Not this week, at least. This is Stephen West’s Herbivore. The yarn is String Theory Selku, which is a 50/50 Merino and Silk blend. The color is called Earthquake. I have a couple of skeins that I got at last year’s Knitters Review Retreat, and I don’t think this scarf will take more than one. I know, I’ll save the other one for a Baktus!
Not Plain Jane 
I've not yet knitted with String Theory. Earthquake makes me think I should rectify this. Gorgeous!
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The apricots look tasty, but oh that yarn you're using!
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Earthquake eh? Looks oceanic to me. Lovely, no matter the elemental association.Love the idea of knitting with string theory. Wow.
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Love that pattern – just what I've been looking for in a new scarf/shawl pattern. Thanks for the tip!
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Hey! I've got one of those waiting to be blocked!I love String Theory yarn. (I even think that colorway is in stash.) And I have a new appreciation for earthquakes (of the minor variety!)
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Adding Herbivore to my monstrous queue…Beautiful apricots…one of my favorites, no matter what the preparation (fresh, preserves, dried…just love 'em).
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Oh, yum. Those have to taste as good as they look!
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I'm knitting Stephen West's slipped rib scarf at the moment. All his patterns are great for showing off beautiful yarns.
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