I have so many patterns yet to share, I thought I'd share a new pattern today! So, because many people expressed interest; I give you "Talking Fish"!
If you happen to catch a talking fish, it is best to spare his life and throw him back. A grateful talking fish will probably bring you riches, good luck, or at least grant you a few wishes. This talking fish loves the ripples of the watery river, and brings the good luck of a flattering fit, and the charm of a painted skein shown off to maximum effect. Your fishies will be the talk of the town.
Monday's winner for either the Tristan & Isolde or Talking Fish pattern is peachesforever!
Monday's winner for either the Tristan & Isolde or Talking Fish pattern is SylvieT!
If you are a recent winner please contact me and let me know which pattern you'd like. I've gotten a little mixed up, so even if you sent me an email before, send another and remind me. Thanks! Send email to MAIL AT JANELLAIDMAN D O T C O M (hopefully you figure this out - I'm trying to avoid spam)
Comment Contest Reminder - each day I'm giving away a downloadable version of the featured pattern. This week's featured pattern is Tristan & Isolde or Talking Fish. Leave a comment and you'll be automatically entered for the random drawing. Winners are chosen by random number generator. Each Sunday I choose one person by random number to win a copy of the book when it comes out! So keep commenting to be entered for the drawing.
Wow, fabulous! The colors of the yarn remind me of a koi pond. Interesting construction as well. :D
I am getting so excited to get my mitts on this book!
Posted by: Melissa | June 24, 2009 at 12:48 PM
oh, I love that! I agree with Melissa, I can't wait to get this book!
Posted by: Walden | June 24, 2009 at 02:12 PM
I love how each of your socks looks so totally different!!! Love this one, too...cheryl
Posted by: peachesforever | June 24, 2009 at 02:36 PM
looks very interesting
Posted by: adrienne | June 24, 2009 at 02:58 PM
This is one crazy talkin' fish! Is it toe-up or cuff down? I love it -- might even have to give stranded work a try just to make this sock!
Posted by: Cheryo | June 24, 2009 at 03:02 PM
What a hoot! I love it.
Posted by: Kari W. | June 24, 2009 at 03:04 PM
I love it! Looks like a lot of fun!
Posted by: Susie | June 24, 2009 at 03:21 PM
This is too cool to have one a choice between Tristan & Isolde and Talking Fish!!!! The problem is that I want both!! But, I think I'll probably pick Tristan & Isolde...cheryl
Posted by: peachesforever | June 24, 2009 at 03:25 PM
I can't wait to see how this one goes together!
Posted by: MarieE | June 24, 2009 at 04:25 PM
This sock immediately caught my eye in the New Patterns section on Ravelry. Sideways? Hell yeah! In fact, most of the socks from the upcoming book have! I'll definitely be ordering : ) Great designs.
Posted by: Hali | June 24, 2009 at 04:43 PM
Okay, I've seen lots of takes on the sideways knit sock but this is just gorgeous. And the yarn used is?
Posted by: Nephele | June 24, 2009 at 05:12 PM
Looks like this fish is going sideways. Very interesting and another beautiful pattern.
Posted by: LorieH | June 24, 2009 at 05:17 PM
Another beauty!
Posted by: Leslie | June 24, 2009 at 05:31 PM
Oh, I am in serious LOVE with this one... looks like fun!
Posted by: Deirdre | June 24, 2009 at 05:45 PM
totally crazy! I love it!!
Posted by: morandia | June 24, 2009 at 05:59 PM
Made me laugh. Will have fun knitting this one.
Posted by: Suzanne | June 24, 2009 at 06:18 PM
I think this yarn and pattern were made for each other. It is a fabulous sock.
Posted by: Kirstin | June 24, 2009 at 06:19 PM
Be still my heart. I swooned a little bit when I saw this lovely entry. Each new sock just gets better and better.
Posted by: fibergal | June 24, 2009 at 06:21 PM
wow! each pattern is great! I love the talking fish!!
Posted by: SusanB-knits | June 24, 2009 at 06:36 PM
Love the talking fish and the colors!
Posted by: Gabriele | June 24, 2009 at 08:04 PM
OMG! Both patterns are incredible and now I am really excited about the release of the book (and getting my copy, of course!)
Posted by: Leslie | June 24, 2009 at 08:59 PM
I find that pattern utterly hypnotic. The colors and the pattern---just gorgeous!
Posted by: Kimberly B. | June 24, 2009 at 09:48 PM
I love it! It lives up to its name.
Posted by: Sarah | June 24, 2009 at 10:14 PM
That is gorgeous, I foresee lot's of uses for all my variegated yarn!
Posted by: Katie | June 24, 2009 at 11:41 PM
What a great looking sock!
Posted by: Debbie Bourque | June 25, 2009 at 03:53 AM
What an interesting sock! I can't wait for this book to come out!
Posted by: Darlene | June 25, 2009 at 05:37 AM
Wow just found your blog. So many pretty socks. Will definately be eye-ing up some yarn for these over the weekend!
Posted by: Jennie | June 25, 2009 at 05:37 AM
I just love the patterns and hoping to win a copy of Talking Fish, too!!
Posted by: peachesforever | June 25, 2009 at 07:23 AM
Another fantastic pattern! Brilliant!
Posted by: jenni.f. | June 25, 2009 at 07:43 AM
So absolutely fabulous!
Posted by: Lori Lawson | June 25, 2009 at 07:59 AM
Wow. I mean, Wow. I'm just giddy and speechless and sooooo glad I've already reserved my copy of the book:)
Posted by: farm-witch | June 25, 2009 at 08:14 AM
I have lots of yarns that would work well with this pattern... decisions, decisions...
Posted by: SusanB-knits | June 25, 2009 at 08:28 AM
I'm stunned - Beautiful!!
Posted by: Lindsey | June 25, 2009 at 10:24 AM
Love these!
Posted by: Diane P | June 25, 2009 at 10:40 AM
That is the perfect yarn for that beautiful pattern...cheryl
Posted by: peachesforever | June 25, 2009 at 10:40 AM
Pretty! This is the first sideways knit sock that I've ever wanter to knit!
Posted by: Nicole | June 25, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Janel, your skills are awesome! Yet another beautiful sock!
Posted by: Katrin | June 25, 2009 at 01:54 PM
Wow love this pattern, love what it does to the yarn. Can't wait to try this.
Posted by: Jenni Gibson | June 25, 2009 at 02:15 PM
Talking Fish...now that's an interesting pattern...very cool!
Posted by: Joanne S. | June 25, 2009 at 02:19 PM
Oooh, that Talking Fish pattern is beautiful!! Love it!
Posted by: Cathy | June 25, 2009 at 02:45 PM
oh Janel- it's lovely (you are so clever!)
Posted by: sarah | June 25, 2009 at 03:48 PM
Can't wait to get my copy of the book.
Posted by: Gabriele | June 25, 2009 at 03:55 PM
I like the hypnotic waves....
Posted by: Anne | June 25, 2009 at 04:13 PM
I love the vertical ripples! Caribbean water colors would be fantastic too.
Posted by: Judy | June 25, 2009 at 04:26 PM
This looks so cool. Might have to try a flat sock for this pattern!
Posted by: Anne | June 25, 2009 at 04:50 PM
I have some Socks that Rock in Koi Koi that would be so awesome as Talking Fish! I love this pattern, and I've always wanted to try a sideways knit sock. . .
Posted by: Corvidae | June 25, 2009 at 04:57 PM
I love the colours in this one!
Posted by: ikkinlala | June 25, 2009 at 05:04 PM
Love this pattern - they just keep getting better!
Posted by: Arlene | June 25, 2009 at 07:11 PM
Nice sideways variation! It looks nice and stretchy, too - I always worry about fit with sideways socks.
Posted by: Mary V. | June 25, 2009 at 07:22 PM
I love the colours, what colourway is it?
Posted by: crystal | June 25, 2009 at 08:16 PM
Beautiful socks. Seriously. I love the patterns that turn socks on the sides and really show off the beautiful colorways that wouldn't necessarily work with a typical sock construction.
Posted by: Alex | June 25, 2009 at 08:23 PM
I have recently been seeing your patterns on several sock knitters lists that I belong to on Ravelry and must say I am blown away. They are stunning. I am planning to buy your books when finances allow.
Gina
Posted by: Gina Sayer | June 25, 2009 at 11:28 PM
Absolutely beautiful, from what I've seen so far, this one is my favourite!
Posted by: Kairi | June 26, 2009 at 01:39 AM
Wow!!!! a wonderful way to knit chevron socks!!!
Posted by: Nina | June 26, 2009 at 02:51 AM
Cool sock!
Posted by: Sue A | June 26, 2009 at 07:25 AM
What a hard choice to make...
Posted by: Yvonne in southwest Virginia | June 28, 2009 at 01:43 PM
Those are sooooo cool! Very creative.
Posted by: Christy | June 29, 2009 at 10:20 AM