balls and balls of wool and thread

Multicoloured chunky
knit wool (1 ball) 

Multicoloured chunky knit wool
(1 ball) double crocheted

Another few days of chain stitch, I have completed enough to finish the final beard. I have used a variety of different wools to bring out the colour of the beard and make the garment visible to the public eye. Once again I have used crochet hooks of different sizes to create numerous lengths of chain. Using the earth colours has meant the beard has been highlighted in the areas needed and has muted the more vibrant colours to fit in with the overall concept needed for the beard. As well as this I experimented with a unique crochet technique where you chain stitch the length of the ball and then go over it again to create a chunky woven effect which looks like it has the texture of rope (see left). Along with this I have tried crocheting with embroidery threads. Though unusual , I have found it creates a reflective effect in the sun and draws the eye. originally I used a large 8mm hook and found that it turned limp and frayed, however with a smaller 3mm hook and a tight pull it held and looks like hair plaited. overall Im happy how these have turned out. I shall make my deadline and hopefully have enough left overs to start the builders overalls next week. Below are the final results and the various knits ect.

Dark brown doubled knit wool (1 ball)

Light brown double knit wool (1ball)

Golden brown embroidery thread (1 skein) 

Light brown embroidery thread (1 skein)

Multicoloured chunky knit wool (1 ball) 

Dark brown chunky knit wool (1 ball)

Mahogany brown embroidery thread (1 skein)

Light grey embroidery thread (1 skein)