This & that…

04 Oct 2011 1 Comment

by countingsheepstudio in designing, knitting, life, mountains

I wish I could give you the good news that another wonderful pattern is ready for you. Rest assured, I’m in the middle or writing up two, one is a finished project, the other in mid-process.

I’m still debating about where it’s better to write as I go in my notebook (my normal process), or just type it straight into the computer (where it’s obviously going to end up anyway). I think once I break down and get a laptop it will be a lot easier to do the latter, since it will be portable, and I’m never in the same room for too long! Nowadays, I wander around toting my baby, my bag of toys for her, my notebook/sketch pad/calculator pencil combo. I’m a bit old-school when it comes to pattern writing.

The laceweight pullover I was working on is off to the frog pond. Instead of acting like a toddler about it (throwing a tantrum on the floor!), I’m taking this opportunity to assess the pattern a bit better for a fresh start.

The main issue is my fault, which was a lack of property washing/blocking my gauge swatch (yes, I know!) which bit me in the butt, as my poor pullover is way too big for me. I suppose the fact that I’m a bit smaller now too is a good thing!

Leaning Ladders lace from a Barbara Walker stitch dictionary

The other issue that wasn’t my fault is just the fact the the sleeves are a bit…poofy. I’m still very curious about the contiguous method (see previous post for more info on that), and will still use it, but I think I need to try it on a heavier yarn next time.

The sleeve got poofy after the shoulder shaping!

Overall, I really like the lace pattern I was using and think I’ll stick with that…we’ll see. I need to ponder on it for a few days.

The other day, I was lucky enough to accompany Sydney on a school field trip to the NC Arboretum. If you’re in the area, it’s definitely worth a visit. I remember when I first moved here in ’01, the Arboretum was in trouble of closing. I’m happy to report that it’s bigger & better than ever, with new exhibits and lots of exciting things happening, thanks to many charitable contributions to keeping it alive.

Good times at the NC Arboretum!!

I am happy that I’m closing in on my pattern for my Falling Ivy pullover. I’ve changed the name on this one but I like this, what do you think??

The yarn continues to be impossible to photograph, but I just love the purply black color with green bits thrown in. (Kale from Madelinetosh!)

We need to go back out and get the perfect photos, but at least you get the idea.

Here’s the front detail shot

I do rather like this sleeve shot

Off to go make my dinner magic, be well and knit on!!

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