Starting
Isn’t it nice? My knitting bag is no longer empty.
This might not look like much, but it’s the beginning of the back of my cardigan. The shoulders are angled via short rows, and are about 2.5″ wide at the sleeve. When they get to 9″, I’ll go back to the shoulder, pick up the stitches, and start knitting the fronts. When they’re also at 9″, they’ll be joined together and the rest of the body will be knit together. I’ve got some ideas for the button bands, too. I plan on knitting them at the same time as the rest, rather than as afterthoughts. In other words, this is going to be as seamless a sweater as I can manage.
At least my knitting bag isn’t empty any more.
I got a great greeting from Chappy when I came home from work tonight. He came in with his favorite frisbee in his mouth. Usually, that means that I’m not going to get a chance to get near enough to touch, while he plays keep-away. Today, though? He was gracious enough to allow me to give him a tummy rub while he had his toy in his mouth. It’s like doggie heaven.
Speaking of doggie heaven, sad news over at Labradorable today….
And, lastly, if you’re a member of Ravelry, here’s your chance to give a little support and open the possiblity of winning some really fabulous prizes–all you need to do is make a $10 donation to their new server. Great idea, huh?
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The sweater sounds intriguing - are you inventing the shaping process as you go along? I so love that yarn.
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Yay for not having an empty knitting bag!
Tummy rubs - aw.
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Hmmm. So are you creating your own design then? The making it as seamless as possible sounds like a fantastic idea!
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I’m using Barbara Walker’s Knitting from the Top as my guidelines–very helpful and ingenious, that book!
Interesting construction. While I have that book, I haven’t exactly opened it yet. Pretty so far!
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A sweater from your own handspun! Woo hoo! Sounds like a good plan. As seamless as possible is ideal so you can maybe try on as you go. I donated over at Ravelry! The prizes are awesome and a great incentive to donate, although I’d donate even without a chance for a prize.
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Thanks for the mention!
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