As Fall weather has begun teasing us at the end of August, I’m trying to get another sweater done before the season really starts. I’m using a pattern from a magazine featuring 90’s style knits (with just a few creative changes). Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree has me in the mood for a bigContinue reading “Cozy Comforts”
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One Week
I should really start investing in bulky weight yarn more. Sweaters work up quick and are so cozy. The speed is probably what kept stockinette stitch from getting boring. That and the stripes. This resurgence of 90’s fashion and nostalgia is strange. It means I’ve entered a certain phase of life and the perspective shiftContinue reading “One Week”
Last Few Rows
Why do the last few rows on the last sleeve always feel like they take longer than the rest of the sweater to knit? I’ve only a few loose ends left to weave and a bit more seaming at the shoulders and then I’m done. I’ve been wanting to make a sweater like this forContinue reading “Last Few Rows”
Blocking Time!
I’m working with what I’ve got and so this beast needs to be blocked in sections. It’s going to take a while. I’m trying to really stretch it out and break it in. This is the kind of piece that will get better with wear. Lots of stretching here. I’m taking a hairdryer to itContinue reading “Blocking Time!”
Progress on the Hood
It’s always a journey. The nifty thing I did with this hood doesn’t actually work, so I’m fixing it, by adding to the front. I’m just not sure moss stitch is the right choice here. I’m definitely happy with the main part of the hood. It was fun and quick. Although, I’ve also been prettyContinue reading “Progress on the Hood”
To The Sleeves!
I’m losing steam, but am almost done. The sleeves are deliberately snug to help hold the sweater in place and accommodate for some stretching. So rounds are quick and the sleeves short. The body is going to need some good blocking to open up. I don’t like the look of buttons on this style, butContinue reading “To The Sleeves!”
Another Sweater
It’s been a while since I picked up my needles. I finished a sweater that left me in a slump. It’s fine, just that post-project-yuck. Then, inspiration hit, I bought some yarn and haven’t really stopped since. I love the self-striping yarn, but I really wanted certain shades in certain places, so decided to sitContinue reading “Another Sweater”
Time For Some Plaid
I’m in a waffling mood with knitting right now. Everything took a back seat for my sales knits and even those are getting dull. I think I just have too many projects going. I really want to get a few more hats done so I’m ahead of schedule for next winter. But the tartan plaidContinue reading “Time For Some Plaid”
Oh These Yarn Ideas
I started another project. Yep. And no, I haven’t finished any other projects. I got yarn for Christmas and it urged me to make something I’ve been thinking about for a little while. What can I say? I need a new cowl. For this I’m doing long floats. I don’t have the patience… Now I’mContinue reading “Oh These Yarn Ideas”
I’m Still Knitting
I’m slowly making my way through this project. I lost my tally sheet at some point, but it was pretty easy to figure out where I was. It’s still relaxing, but with all the handwriting I’ve been doing, and my job as a massage therapist, I’ve had to be careful how much time I spendContinue reading “I’m Still Knitting”
The Accidental Domestic Goddess 