Jun 26 2004
Status Report
Smooch: Aaaalmoooost done. Just a few measly rows to knit and then the seaming party begins!. I’ve only been working at this in fits and starts because the cotton yarn is aggravating my sore wrist and elbow, but I am determined to finish it in the next couple of days. I’m starting to have my doubts about whether or not it will fit. It’s looking rather itsy-bitsy. I also knit the neckline just as the pattern directed me to. Now it’s looking extremely low. Say hello to my belly button. 
Air: I still have to do the shoulder shaping on the back. I think I’m just going to do the standard bind-off shaping and move on. I don’t want to fiddle with short rows and moss stitch right now. I think I’ll work on the sleeves next to get them out of the way.
Felted Tote #1: I’m VERY close to finishing this. I haven’t posted any photos of it, because it’s just a shapeless sack…not visually exciting at all, but my mother likes it, so I’m sticking with it. I’m planning on attaching a decorative button such as those in the photo of the sample bags. I’m not sure where to begin looking for something like that, so suggestions are welcome!
Ballet Top: I haven’t blogged about this new project yet. I’m knitting the ballet top from Zoe Mellor’s book Adorable Knits for Tiny Tots. I’m using a dusty pink color of Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino. It’s such a lovely yarn! Very soft and silky feeling. Pictures to come soon.
Everyday Cardigan: Yes, I’m jumping on the bandwagon with this one. I’ve washed my Peace Fleece and knit my swatch. I’m rarin’ to go. I desperately need a replacement for the cardigan I wear around the house all the time. I really should post a picture of that worn out old thing so you can have a good laugh. It’s not the most attractive thing in the world, but I love it. I just don’t wear it in public. :glasses:
Oh yes, I joined Eklectika’s Gerbera along.
It starts in September, so there’s plenty of time for you to finish up a few projects and join in on the fun. I haven’t tried Fair-isle knitting before and am hoping that this will be a good introduction to the technique. Most of the sweater is a textured stitch with one Fair-Isle band. I think I’ll be knitting it in charcoal and pewter. Very pretty!
