Thursday, 16 November 2017

in between

Feels like the fall rush of starting cozy things has passed, but the rush to finish by Christmas isn't quite here yet.  In between means settling in to finish things I've started and plan for what comes next.  Some things are done, like my Jaded Sleeveless Turtleneck from Vogue Knitting Fall 2017.  It's modeled with bare arms - lovely but highly unlikely to be worn that way by me here in Canada!  I love the finished product, and it's my kind of garment.  Layers, cozy neck, bulky knit, texture...


I've also finished my Girl From the Grocery Store shawl by Joji Locatelli.  Ends are woven in (although not in this picture!).  The yarn is Canadian, Merino Slim by FleeceArtist.

Rye Cardigan by Thea Coleman has buttons and is blocked.  The neckline is a bit wide for me, and it slips slightly to the right, making the front look assymetrical by an inch or so.  I am not off-kilter, so it must be my blocking or finishing.  It's not seamed.  I think I'm better with pieces that I can seam when it comes to fit and finish.  Still like it though!

In progress are a poncho from Knitscene Winter - Hvil.  It's a gift for a friend for her birthday.

The other is a very colourful shawl by Andrea Mowry - Goldfinch.  I'm knitting it for a KAL with my LYS in SweetGeorgia Superwash Sport (green), Cascade 220 sport (pink) and Mineville Project yarn (speckles). The pink is a bit brighter than I usually choose but the pattern is fun to knit with lace, short rows, and stripes (oh my!).

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3 comments:

  1. Jodiebodie17 November 2017 at 13:34

    You have a lovely collection of patterns there. I agree with you about the convenience and practicality of layers and have been looking for a good vest pattern (crochet) for myself this year. I want the extra warmth around the torso but without the added bulk of sleeves.

    I also agree with you about seamed garments. Perhaps they are easier to measure for blocking? In any case, I am discovering that (on my body) seamed garments have a better structure for achieving a better fit and drape.

    Good luck with finishing and planning. Enjoy the relaxed, steady pace of 'in-between'. :-)

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    1. Sarah18 November 2017 at 05:00

      Seams are the way to go, I think. Measuring to block is hard when it’s all in one piece. I also think I am not built for wide necklines (boatneck is not for me) and I know a raglan doesn’t fit as well as set-in sleeves. Some patterns are easier to modify than others, though!

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  2. Sandy24 November 2017 at 12:26

    Very nice. I just recently finished 2 projects that have been too long in the works. Those remaining are still numerous, but it felt good to get at least 2 done. I'm not making anything thus far for Christmas, but do have a couple of patterns calling out to me. Trying to force myself to finish at least one more project before starting something else. Trying....

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