What to make?!

knittnponder

So today is my birthday and my very sweet 12 year old son bought me two skeins of a really pretty yarn as my gift. The yarn is an aran weight acrylic/wool/sequin blend in a gorgeous color way. (FYI, it's a Hobby Lobby line called "Diva Sequin" in Istanbul) I only got two skeins (about 369 yards) so I need to figure out something that's not too big. However, I'm pretty sure I could pick up another skein or two if absolutely necessary (and we all know how these things can be necessary!)

I'm mostly just bragging about my wonderful kid buying his knitting/crocheting mom such a great gift but if you have any suggestions on something pretty to make I'm all ears. I've been combing the Ravelry database but haven't picked anything yet. I'm thinking maybe a small wrap or shawl. I don't want to do socks, leg warmers or a hat. I have so many hats I could probably open a store!

new2locs

That is so sweet! I say make a cowl with it or go & pick up a couple more skeins & make a shrug. I bet that would be cute!

SabrinaJL

Awww! You're a lucky mom! I'd probably make a scarf. This would be cute too... http://www.ravelry.com/projects/JFire/something-lacy-shrug.

knittnponder

Oh that is so cute! I started a simple zigzag scarf that is showing off the colors beautifully so I'm pretty happy with my choice. However, that shrug is so cute I may need some yarn just to make that! So pretty! Thank you for sharing it!

spiregrain

Ooh like maybe one of those triangular scarf things? I love the drape on those.

kitkatkmt

I've been looking at different bags to make, and love the look of these. Do you knit and crochet?

Here's the link to the patterns. If you don't already have an account with them, it's free. Just need an email address.

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/ckc-allOccasionTote.html?noImages=

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L10372.html?noImages=

suelegal

How sweet is that son of yours!! Wonder if you could make a bag! Check out Berroco's website. They have gazillions of free patterns!