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Order of the Phoenix Winged Vest

7/17/2013

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Back in mid-March, I mailed off a little bundle to Amy Clark Moore and her staff at Interweave.  My very own contribution to the Unofficial Harry Potter Knits!  Here it is, 4 month later, and I am finally able to share this project with you.

The Order of the Phoenix Winged Vest uses Zitron Lifestyle (100% extrafine superwash Merino) in #54 Nutmeg and #33 Corn.  It features a solid front and, when worn with a jacket, others can't know the secrets it holds.

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©Harper Point Photography for Interweave
The inspiration comes from the idea of the "hidden identity" of everyday superheroes.  People (like policemen, nurses, and counselors) in our communities work hard to protect, educate, and serve.  Out of uniform (or out of the office!) they blend into the crowd, unnoticed.  We don't recognize they are the ones that do so much good when duty calls.

It is interesting to me how these individuals carry with them such strength and knowledge, and others can so easily be unaware.  They walk by us... on the streets or at the mall... but at work; when they're needed, they dive in.  Head-first.  Selflessly.

While I was designing this vest I had in mind this idea of carrying around that "hidden identity"... it's more than the "secret powers" of heroes like Harry Potter - it's the real power of knowing what to do when a problem arises.  It's also important to note that everyone has the ability to make a difference in the lives of others.  Listening... Offering emotional support... Teaching "the tricks of the trade" to someone new to your field... Taking time to write a letter... Visiting people in the hospital.  The small efforts we make turn us into true heroes in the eyes of others.

I hope the Order of the Phoenix vest will help others appreciate the heroes of their communities, and to find time to recognize the knowledge and talents of those around them.
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©Harper Point Photography for Interweave
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©Harper Point Photography for Interweave
The Unofficial Harry Potter Knits will be available at your Local Yarn Shop or through the Interweave website.  If you can't wait to cast on this (or any of the other AMAZING projects) in the magazine, you can hop on over HERE and download an electronic copy right now!  (Due to copyright restrictions, this magazine is only available for sale in the U.S.)
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