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”
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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”
It’s Time
I started a new project the other night and so something has to get finished to make room. Since this sweater is weighing on me, it’s pocket time! Before being banished to a timeout, I had marked out where they would go and it only took me a couple minutes to establish the pattern fromContinue reading “It’s Time”
Patience
“Patience is a virtue” was one of the running mantras of my childhood. Almost every adult who held influence on me used the phrase. It was not something that came easily for me. Being the determined (stubborn) person that I am decided to work really hard at it. This attitude may explain some of myContinue reading “Patience”
Sleeve Number One
I forgot I was going to need my size 6 circulars for the sleeve cuffs and started to use them on a double knit scarf that will take forever to finish. So, I reached for my double pointed needles. Somehow I’ve misplaced all but two of my bamboo ones, but I do have a fullContinue reading “Sleeve Number One”
(Mostly) Following a Pattern
I think of this sweater as my main side project. I go back to it as a palate cleanser between items, or for a break from more complicated creations (or frustrating ones.). It’s rare for me to find a pattern I like ‘as is’. I’m either reworking them, or mixing them together. These days I’mContinue reading “(Mostly) Following a Pattern”
That Was Anticlimactic
The sweater that sat half done for years is complete and I don’t really feel anything about it. I mean, I like it. I’m proud of it. But I just moved on to the next unfinished project. My daughter tried it on and her only request was to make the collar smaller. I said noContinue reading “That Was Anticlimactic”
It Happened Again
I ran out of the color I was using. I kind of knew it was going to happen, but it had only been a week or so since I bought the yarn, so I figured it would still be at the store. I should know better by now. I can’t bring myself to rip thisContinue reading “It Happened Again”
Ugh!
I could just scream. This collar is really trying my patience. It would probably help to actually look for a proper pattern, but I’m really stubborn. I’ll figure it out. The shape came out weird, but up through the button bands is fine, so I only had to rip back half the collar. I reallyContinue reading “Ugh!”
Back to This Sweater
This picture was taken the day before I ripped all the black off and tried again. The shawl bit was too short and I had already castoff when I was able to see it. I’ve never done a shawl collar before, so I guess this was just the practice round. Being the stubborn person IContinue reading “Back to This Sweater”
The Accidental Domestic Goddess 