For summer, nothing feels better on our skin than LINEN. I have hand knitted this khaki colored linen top and LOVE wearing it. So it did come into the suitcase with us to Florida. These photos are from September 19, and are taken inside the gardens of the Hyatt House Miami Airport. One of our favorite Hyatt hotels that feels like home with its suite concept and fully equiped kitchen.
Wearing my hand knitted linen top here with my Escada khaki shorts and Escada Sport sandals.
As accessories I wore my tiger eye necklace and bracelet (not visible in photo).
We had three days of rain in Miami, so everything looked rather damp.
The accent on the back... which I did alter.
I went for a boat neck design instead.
More in detail...
This was on the day before we departed to central Florida, on our way home...
Do you love to wear linen in summer?
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You look especially lovely this evening .....
ReplyDeleteDearest Helen,
DeleteThank you dear friend! That works uplifting.
Hugs,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette, I absolutely love linen and it is so perfect for our hot and humid weather. Woven linen fabric wrinkles but that is part of its charm. Besides, you don't have to press with perfection.
ReplyDeleteLove to you, ginger
Dearest Ginger,
DeleteLinen is perfect for our region. There are very nice blends of linen with silk and that works fine for avoiding wrinkles. Linen comes in different qualities too.
Love to you,
Mariette
the linen i have tried to wear is too scratchy for me. i can't wear wool, either.
ReplyDeleteDearest Theresa,
DeleteSo sorry you happened to get a rough version of the otherwise very soft linen. Wool can be very scratchy and it's hard for wearing directly onto your skin.
Hugs,
Mariette
You hand knitted it! That is amazing dear Mariette. The fabric looks so breathable and suits you really well :)
ReplyDeleteHugs
Dearest Pallavi,
DeleteI'm fortunate for having been taught early on in first grade how to knit and crochet! It did serve me well over the years. Thanks for your kind comment.
Hugs,
Mariette
Wow I wish I could knit as beautifully as you, oh heck I wish I could knit period...lol
ReplyDeleteIt's just beautiful your knit top and you wear it smashingly ;)
Smiles~
Mari
Dearest Mari,
DeleteGuess I'm lucky that I was taught how to knit as a young girls and also my Mom and both Grand Mothers were excellent knitters.
Hugs to you and thanks for your sweet comment!
Mariette
Precioso corpiño de lino y tu, como siempre guapísima con todo lo que te pones. Te cae estupendamente. Besos y feliz fin de semana!!!!.
ReplyDeleteQuerida Enma,
DeleteMuchas gracias por tus cumplidos. Lino lleva realmente encantador y disfruté de tejer esta suéter. Menos mal que las monjas nos instruyeron en primer grado en la escuela católica.
Cariñosamente,
Mariette
I love Linen and cotton in the summer. It breathes and is much cooler and nicer that the man made fibers.
ReplyDeleteDearest Kay,
DeleteA big AMEN to that; you know what you are talking about!
Hugs,
Mariette
Liebe Mariette,
ReplyDeletedas sind wundervolle Fotos von dir.
Sonnige Grüße
Elisabeth
Liebe Elisabeth,
DeleteDanke sehr und auch sonnige Grüsse zurück. Es war schön zum spazieren gehen heute.
In liebe,
Mariette
DeAr Mariette,
ReplyDeleteYour hand knitted linen top is fabulous. You must have had a lovely holiday.
Yes, I love wearing linen, cotton and silk - do not like man made fibers.
Enjoy the weekend
Hugs
Carolyn
Dearest Carolyn,
DeleteThank you for the compliment. Our holiday fell a bit in the water.We only could use the pool on one day out of six... But visiting with dear friends were the high lights and we will be back. Had no choice as to go for that week and it came as it came.
Hugs,
Mariette
Dear Mariette,
ReplyDeleteThe top looks fantastic. Hope you had a nice holiday.
Enjoy your weekend!
Eva
Dearest Eva,
DeleteThank you for complimenting the linen top.
Our holiday was nice as we spent quality time visiting with friends; that made up for the tropical rain.
Hugs,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette,
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful Top, lovely colur and so well knitted!
Great work!
Happy weekend to you,
take care,
Love and hugs
Claudia
Dearest Claudia,
DeleteThank you, a compliment from such an accomplished hand knitter as you, means a lot!
Today we took a walk around the block and it went well.
Hugs,
Mariette
Dat is een mooi truitje, zelf gebreid? Ziet er inderdaad lekker koel uit, de mouwtjes zijn ook leuk.
ReplyDeleteEn ja ik heb wel wat geslapen, de bd was gelukkig goed.
Groeten, Marianne
Beste Marianne,
DeleteJa hoor, zelf gebreid! Linnen draagt zó lekker en vooral in het zuidelijke climaat hier.
Fijn dat het toch goed is gegaan met alle metingen!
Liefs,
Mariette
Carissima Mariette,prima di tutto mi scuso se non passo da te più spesso come prima!!
ReplyDeleteI miei complimenti,sei una grande donna,bella e pieno di spirito gioioso!!
Un bacione grande!!
Sabry!!
Carissima Sabry,
DeleteGrazie per i complimenti! Imparato molto mentre lavorano e vivono in Italia, come le donne nel vostro paese sanno una cosa o due su stile e come essere in spiriti gioiosi!
Un abbraccio grande, grande,
Mariette
Another thing you can do, Knitting, Great!
ReplyDeleteDearest Marina,
DeleteYep, I am very fortunate for being taught by the Catholic nuns at first grade how to knit and how to crochet. Also my Mom and both Grandmothers were excellent knitters and later also my Mother-in-law. Many role models in my life!
Hugs,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette...You always look so elegant. I like the bateau neckline better than the one pictured. It's more classic.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week end.........*s*
Dearest Suzi,
DeleteThat's exactly what I thought too, bateau necklines are more timeless.
Thanks for your compliment and happy new week to you.
Hugs,
Mariette
amo il lino!!!!! in estate è il tessuto che indosso sempre!!! un abbraccio grande e buon w.e. Lory
ReplyDeleteCara Lory,
DeleteAnch'io lo indosso con piacere nel estate qui!
Altro abbraccio grande e buona settimana nuove.
Mariette
Liebe Mariette,
ReplyDeleteich trage sehr gern Leinen und ansonsten Baumwolle
Leider knittern Leinenhosen und -jacken so sehr.
Einen schönen Samstagabend wünscht dir
Irmi
Liebe Irmi,
DeleteEine Mischung mit Seide hilft gegen das knittern und es gibt auch verschiedene Qualitäten in Leinen.
Baumwolle ist auch mein Liebling und Seide.
Lieber Gruss,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette you look tres chic! Linen is also my choice for the summer. You did an amazing job on that sweater. Happy week-end - Hugs and blessings, C. (HHL)
ReplyDeleteDearest Celia,
DeleteThanks for your compliment and visit. Knowing you had a very busy week + weekend.
As much as I used to knit, not any more but this is one of my favorite pieces to wear in summer.
Hugs and blessings to both of you.
Mariette
Il lino è per eccellenza il filato perfetto per l'estate, come il puro cotone. Deliziosa questa maglietta, carinissimo il modello e anche il colore. Un abbraccio. Paola
ReplyDeleteCara Paola,
DeleteHai chiamato molto bene su ciò che funziona per il periodo estivo al fresco sulla pelle. Anch'io preferisco lino o puro cotone! Grazie per le tuei complimenti.
Un Abbraccio Grande!
Mariette
Bella maglia. Il lino tiene fresco, percui e' usato parecchio in abiti estivi.
ReplyDeleteCara Daniela,
DeleteHai raggione per abiti estivi c'è molto bello per usare lino puro oppure puro cotone.
Baci,
Mariette
Lovely linen top! and hand knitted by you!! I love linen and I love this colour...it also suits you very well!!
ReplyDeleteI wish you a nice and peaceful Sunday, my dear Mariette!!!
Hugs!
Dearest Marie-Anne,
DeleteThanks for your compliments and yes, I do love the khaki color a lot; for different garments too.
Wishing you a lovely new week and sending you big hugs!
Mariette
Your linen top is beautiful! And you hand knitted it...you are seriously talented. Wow! I like your back design better than the one in photo. I prefer not to have big opening like the one the lady is wearing. By the way I wish my buttock is as tight as yours :-)
ReplyDeleteHave wonderful weekend, Mariette!
Dearest Tamago,
DeleteThank you for your sweet comment. I'm not in favor of such big openings either and one could get caught with that band at the top... It is hard to change certain genetics I guess.
Hugs to you and wishing you a lovely new week.
Mariette
Dearest Mariette,
ReplyDeleteYour linen top is really beautiful, and it looks great on you! I love linen too, it feels so nice in the summer.
Have a lovely Sunday! Take care, my friend! :)
Big hugs to you!!!
Dearest Anna,
DeleteWho would not love to wear linen in the summer... it is almost the end of the season now and we have to change to different layering.
Wishing you a lovely new week and yes, I do take care of myself.
Hugs and lots of love to you,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette this is very beautiful linen top!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend to you,
Hugs!
Dearest Nani,
DeleteThank you for your compliment and wishing you a happy new week.
Hugs,
Mariette
Dear Mariette,
ReplyDeleteYour linen top is lovely and so are you! I love wearing linen in the summer, too. I hope you are well, my Dear. Big hug for you xoxo Karen
Dearest Karen,
DeleteThanks dear friend and sure, linen wears best of all fibers in the summer. Yes, I am well thanks to all the support.
Hugs to you,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette,
ReplyDeleteI feel so much your wearing with Escada Khaki shorts and sport time sandals and Escada knaki sharts.
I hope you has wonderful days.
Hugs and love to you!
michiko
Dearest Michiko,
DeleteYes, that was a very comfortable outfit for wearing in Miami, Florida!
My days are going very well and I do hope the same is true for you dear lady.
Hugs and love,
Mariette
Dear Mariette, thank you so much for the anniversary wishes! How do you remember everything? Really, if I could just get myself organized, I might be able to remember actual days, too. I'm lucky if I just get the right month. Ha! I've not been able to blog visit as much lately. Did I miss the most about your surgery, or did you not mention it? So glad to hear all went well and that you are on the mend. Hubby is okay but will require surgery for a chronic condition that is apparently more common than I thought.
ReplyDeleteThe pewter factory was interesting. My boss is a history buff so I bought him the book detailing the history of the factory and also a small shot glass to go along with it. He was delighted with both.
Your knitted top is so lovely! And I do like your hair at this length. Wishing you a great day. Tammy
Dearest Tammy,
DeleteYou are quite welcome for the anniversary wishes; it's my pleasure.
I've not visited a lot of blogs either... but important is that we manage our lives! No I did not mention this on my blog as there are certain spies that check every post and every comment without EVER leaving a word.
Hope your husband's surgery will go well and help him get past some problems. Life is full of surprises as we age but thank goodness we have great health care!
So glad you got to find special gifts for your boss and for yourself. At that time I did buy some gifts for my sister, for a dear friend and for ourselves. The quality is exceptional!
I love my hair short like this for summer; just enough length to tie it up for swimming...
Hugs to you,
Mariette
What a nice linen top. Linen is a nice material.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Dearest Elna,
DeleteSure linen is very pleasant to wear; thanks for your compliment!
Hugs,
Mariette
Nou knap gemaakt, is veel geduld ook voor nodig! Mooie tuin ook! Heerlijk zo'n vakantie,
ReplyDeleteGroeten Janny
Beste Janny,
DeleteJa, breien gaat net als haken, stéék voor stéék maar het eindresultaat is altijd verrassend.
Ja, zo'n tropische tuin is best mooi in Miami, Florida. De vakantie is wat in het water gevallen; we hebben een heel pech jaar achter de rug. Maar we gaan terug!
Liefs,
Mariette
Good Evening Mariette, I adore your beautiful linen top.... and I have to tell you, I much prefer the boat neck version which you made. I used to knit quite a lot, but not so much lately..... maybe I should pick up those knitting needles again.... you have inspired me.
ReplyDeleteTake good care of yourself.
Best Wishes to you,
Daphne
Dearest Daphne,
DeleteThanks for your praise! This was easily changed into the boat neck version and I do like it much more. I've not knitted much lately; like you... There is only so much time in a day.
Yes dear friend I do take good care of myself.
Hugs,
Mariette
Dearest Mariette, your top is lovely and you're a great model, you know?!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say that I agree every comment you kindly leave on my blog: you're always right, my dear!
Have a nice evening!
Dearest Annette,
DeleteThanks for your generous compliments and it always is such a pleasure to come and read you. Leaving than a comment is easy... just straight from the heart.
Hugs,
Mariette
I do like the top it is very pretty
ReplyDeleteDearest Jo-Anne,
DeleteThank you, I like this top too.
Hugs,
Mariette
Dear Mariette,
ReplyDeletewhat a fantastic top,you knit!!!
I like it!!I used to knit,and i'll start again for my grandchildrens
,for winter!!Have a happy new week!!!Hugs!!!
Dimi...
Dearest Dimi,
DeleteThank you for your compliment.
Oh, there will be nothing more fun than to knit for your grandchildren!
Happy new week to you as well.
Hugs,
Mariette
Super...wat een mooi truitje is dit, en het voelt/draagt vast fantastisch door het mooie materiaal...heb ook ooit veel truien gebreid, maar komt er niet meer van...
ReplyDeleteBeste Marian,
DeleteJa, het dragen van linnen is het prettigste van alle weefsels en vooral in de zomer!
Had de rug veranderd maar vond het een heel mooi model en is ook goed gelukt. Zeker als je ook het juiste merk garen er voor kunt vinden.
Nee, ik brei ook niks meer. Heb geen tijd en hier is het klimaat niet geschikt voor truien, allen een paar dagen in de winter. Of als we de bergen in gaan in het noorden van Georgia of Tennessee.
Liefs,
Mariette