I've got two projects on my needles just now -- both are tops for me, and both are in vivid hues. I suppose I was in the mood for colorful projects?
I finally frogged back a bit of my coral Roseroot top, knit some extra rows on the yoke, and have the armholes bound off again. I think I'll still need to cast on a few extra stitches under the arm, but I'm feeling better about the fit. My yarn is a lot lighter than the yarn called for in the pattern (even though they're both fingering weight!), and it's caused a few problems already. Hopefully it will be smooth sailing now!
My second project is a teal Poolside top, in the loveliest silk/alpaca/linen yarn. Perhaps my theme for this month should have been "Unknitting," because I seem to be doing a fair bit! Short rows still trip me up a bit, but I think I've got them figured out and can't wait to see this project take shape. I was excited to realize that this pattern is by Isabell Kraemer, just like the Cowboys and Angels shawl I finished up last week -- that pattern was exceptionally well written, and I have a feeling I'll enjoy this one, too.
Much of my reading time lately has been health-related (profitable, but not exactly riveting), but I've also been reading Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin. I've never read her books before, but I think I'll be reading more after this. It does seem a trifle ironic to be reading a book about how to read a book -- but so far, it's been well worth it.
I'd love to hear what you're reading or creating just now!
Linking up with Ginny's Yarn Along.
That Roseroot top yoke is gorgeous. The coral color gives it just the right summery feel.
ReplyDeleteYour Poolside top will be a lovely addition to your wardrobe, especially in the yarn you've chosen. Isabell Kraemer offers such well-written patterns! I enjoyed the Fruity Knitting podcast episode in which she was interviewed--hearing about her design process revealed how meticulous she is about choosing test knitters and making her instructions clear.
Thanks, Catherine! I need to get working on the Roseroot, or I won't be able to wear it until Spring! It's a slow knit, though.
DeleteI was so pleased to discover that Poolside (which has been in my favorites for a while) was an Isabell Kraemer pattern, after your glowing recommendation and my good experience with the Cowboys and Angels shawl. I certainly appreciate clear instructions!
Cheers,
Shannon
Such pretty projects--I love the lace work on the peach one, and that teal is perfect.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Juliana! The peach top is a Norwegian pattern -- I find that I love Norwegian lace patterns, so I'm always happy to find them translated into English!
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Shannon
I am liking those shades you chose for your knitted tops. And I must be a queen, or something, of unknitting! But I am no longer a member of ravelry, so unfortunately I was unable to see your pattern and the completed top...be sure you share later when you finish knitting them.
ReplyDeleteExcellent choice on your reading material by Jen Wilkin, a very good read.
Cathy,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words! Perhaps plenty of unknitting makes us better knitters in the end? :-) I'll certainly try to share the finished tops here when I'm done!
Cheers,
Shannon
Hello there from Australia, my first time visiting your blog and I came here from the "Lilacs and Springtime" blog. I am also reading the book "Women of the Word" and am finding it a thought provoking read.
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