(yarn info, pattern thoughts, and extra pics under the cut)
I had so much fun knitting this little guy! I didn't go into it with the intention of making a patchwork elephant but I'm really pleased with the results!
The pattern was very interesting to follow, it was generally intelligible but just not how modern knitting patterns are written. My first attempt at the body piece had to be unraveled because I missed a row and his butt got mixed up with his back leg. Otherwise, not too hard, but if anyone has specific questions about how I interpreted the pattern feel free to ask!
(or any knitting questions really. playing knitting tech support is among my favorite activities)
I decided against making the saddle partially because I ran out of yarn and was dedicated to only using this set of yarn, and partially because I'm proud of my seams at the 4-way color changes and don't want to cover them up.
The yarn is a worsted mini set from my family's yarn dying business, Shelby Strings, in the colorway Geode Cache.
I like the patchwork effect so much that I'm working on writing out an adapted pattern to give out for free at yarn shows! A lot of people like our mini sets but don't know what to do with them, and I think this little guy is a perfect use.
I'm currently working on multiple pattern versions; one that's true to the original but written for a modern audience, and one with multiple colors (along with some tweaks for a nicer time sewing it up and a knit version of the tusks).
I'll be sure to post them here when I'm done, but I couldn't resist posting my perfect baby boy the moment I finished him :)
thanks for reading my ramblings, here's some more pics for the road:
here is my gay and friendly elephant pattern document! I've included a transcription of the original pattern, a translation of the pattern into modern knitting pattern verbiage, and notes on how I made my patchwork elephant because he's just so cute and I think everyone needs one.
if you find any problems with the pattern or have any questions, my ask box is open! and feel free to tag me in your elephantine creations! i want to see the world full of friendly gay elephants :)
[ID: Relief sculpture of a horse emerging from a painting, inspired by Lascaux. The horse starts as a painting at the rear and is completely three-dimensional from the shoulders, so it appears to be emerging from the block of clay. Behind and overlapping the partially 3D horse is a painting of a dark red horse. Between the front hooves of the two horses is an X shaped symbol. The block of clay is bevelled and rounded to give it a more rock like appearance. Each photo shows a different angle. End ID.]
Detail photos of previously posted piece.
Available on my Etsy shop Thursday 16th October 5PM BST.
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[ID: Photos of a white clay candle holder. On one side is a horse figure, in the middle a circular well for a candle, and on the opposite side the clay is pulled up in a wall with a Lascaux horse painted on it. Each photo shows a different angle. End ID.]
Something that's been in my sketchbook for a while. Not safe for actual candles as it's not ceramic but obviously fine with led tealights or just as a trinket holder. Once I can make actual ceramic stuff this will be one of the first things I revisit haha
Available on my Etsy shop Thursday 16th October 5PM BST.
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[ID: Candle holder based on the Lascaux cave paintings. It is roughly an oval shape with parallel lines incised on each side, like the stone lamp found in Lascaux. There is a black and yellow bison figure sitting on the side of the candle holder, with painted intestines draping into the candle well. On the bison's back is a series of 6 incised parallel dots and a humanoid figure sitting against the bison leaning as though toppling over, plus what looks like a broken spear. Each photo shows a different angle. End ID.]
Really pleased with this, on the fence about keeping it for myself :)
May or may not be available on my Etsy shop Thursday 16th October 5PM BST.
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[ID: Photos of a painted clay takhi/przewalski's horse figure stood in a neutral pose, with tail swished to the side. It is ochre yellow, with a darker orange head and neck, and a single shoulder stripe. Each photo shows a different angle. End ID.]
Another Takhi 👍
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