the sailing life

ABOUT THE PATTERN

As a native Greek, Lise has always felt a strong pull to the water and learnt to sail in her university days. She only learnt to knit and dye in 2013, but since then has more than made up for lost time: she now runs a one-woman yarn dyeing business and travels to yarn shows worldwide.  

For the Sailing Life shawlette, Lise wanted to combine sailing and knitting. While they might seem at odds with one another, if you think about it, the two aren't that far apart. Both rely on good knots; like sailing, knitting can be soothing as well as a great adventure (depending on the weather); and, of course, both sailors and knitters appreciate the importance of dressing warmly! 

Lise designed the pattern to be intuitive enough to bring comfort in times of uncertainty, whether on land or at sea. This is a design that's perfect for wearing in unpredictable weather: the Poseidon mohair-silk blend brings warmth without bulk, and the Ares superwash merino minis add a little weight (to keep it blowing away entirely!) while their shifting colours imitate the subtly changing waters at sea. It's the perfect accessory to add a light little layer, but small enough to pack away in your bag or pocket should the weather change for the better.