I’m enjoying the witchy vibe I’m getting from the mix of green and purple on this. Using two yarns has definitely given me the weight I’m looking for. And I keep checking the size, but it should be wide enough for what it will become. It’s very soft and a joy to knit. I’m veryContinue reading “Progress So Far…”
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Another Design in the Works
I have reached a place with the Folded Grapes Sweater (I’m trying out different names for it) that my mind has space for a second project. Cue the graph paper! It’s messy and only a loose idea of what it became, but graphing it helps me visualize how everything sits together. Once I had thisContinue reading “Another Design in the Works”
The Frogs Are Back
I’m getting ready to rip this all out. I just finished redesigning it and making it my own pattern. There are three different cables, all from the same book of stitch patterns. I’ve really enjoyed making this, but am also really eager to try my version out. The garter braids will still be the anchorContinue reading “The Frogs Are Back”
It Just Needs a Good Soak
My sister’s sweater is finally done and it feels pretty good. I was able to smooth the collar edge in one spot. The stockinette edging on the pockets did indeed make it much easier to sew them on. And I’ve decided mixing buttons is my signature. Speaking of, I need to buy more. I likeContinue reading “It Just Needs a Good Soak”
Not As Far As I’d Like
But I’m making progress. I am easily distracted when working on larger projects. I have interrupted this one with five other items since it all began a little over a month ago. Today, however, I was focused. I got far enough to try it on am delighted I do in fact, finally, have the sizeContinue reading “Not As Far As I’d Like”
Knitting Sleeves
As I neared the end of the body section of this sweater, I decided to add an alternating knot pattern to the sleeves. After all the repetition on the body pattern, I wanted to keep things interesting. I was really in the groove when I finished the hem, so I put the first sleeve stitchesContinue reading “Knitting Sleeves”
One For My Oldest
As I’m knitting myself a new slouch hat, I’m mapping out a sweater for my oldest. It’s going to be the same as my freshly finished plum one, but with cables she chose, and slightly smaller. At eleven, she’s almost as tall as me and likes things baggy/loose, so I’m sure this will fit her.Continue reading “One For My Oldest”
Plum Sweater Done!
It’s done! Almost a year in the making. It’s so cozy and I’m so glad I added pockets! The right pocket is a bit wonky. The left came out pretty good. I’ll make sure to use the after-thought pocket method next time. No sewing! I used small buttons for the collar so I can keepContinue reading “Plum Sweater Done!”
A Day of Rest is a Day of Knitting
We had big plans for moving more stuff over to the house today. I even woke up at 7 feeling pretty good about the day. Sunday’s are one of the only days our kids get to really play video games or use my tablet to play games. This morning was like any other Sunday morning,Continue reading “A Day of Rest is a Day of Knitting”
Sister Shawl Saga: Part I Finished
It definitely came out a bit larger than I had intended, but I did have a lot of fun making it. Once I’m finished with mine, I will write up the story that goes with it. I have until Spring to get it done so that I can send it to my sister for herContinue reading “Sister Shawl Saga: Part I Finished”
The Accidental Domestic Goddess 