The Analyzing Knitter

Feelin' Proud

First, I would like to thank . Donna, Eilene,    Lauren, and Becky for their offers of help and words of encouragement. And a big thank you to Helen at Threadbear Fiber Arts, who fielded my call and give me good advice.  There are more photos in the Gallery 2005. I am not sure if this is a technique or not, but this is what I did. I took a loop from the top on one side and then pulled my yarn through the loop on the bottom one. Then staying on the same side I hooked the top loop on that side and then took the lower loop on the other side. I just went back and forth like that and I think it turned out quite well. Anyone with any advice, please give it. I am still learning and savour all of the help I receive.

I am going to make another throw for a certain someone. This is the yarn I am going to use. Isn't it pretty? More Lorna's Laces--Can't wait to get started knitting. The names of the colorway are "Happy Valley," "Sunshine," "Powder Blue," and "Pale Pink."  Love it! 

On other knitting news, I have the back of the Blue Heron knit, so I'm just beginning the front. I think it will fit much better--glad I decided to rip out.

Look what I found. This book translates knitting terms into several different languages. When I was in Rome recently, this would have come in handy, and I am taking it with me to Lyon in October--maybe I'll even try to translate a pattern . . . if I muster up the courage.  Have a good week.

Two Near Completion--One Ripped Out

My day began sitting outside knitting the Lorna's Laces throw. I ended my day at Open Knitting at Yarns To Go where I finished knitting my throw (otherwise known as the "afghan I began last summer") and I have only to weave in ends and sew up the middle. Well, since I can't wait to post a picture so here is a photo with my little knitting helper, Shoulie. I am having some trouble sewing up the middle since it was the beginning of my throw and has a cast-on edge. For some reason, I can't seam it without making an obvious seam. I may need some help on this one. I consulted the books I have here but none address this issue--at least I cannot find it. Any suggestions? Once I take a photo of the finished throw, I'll list the specifications of the project. It was fun, and I'll make another . . . since I already bought the yarn for another one!

My BEAUTIFUL Dianna No. 4 is blocked. Tonight I might have the courage to seam her . . .  or I might have to wait for my
Threadbear Buddies for help.

Now for the big decision. Remember the shell I knit from the Blue Heron yarn? Well, it is big enough to fit two of me, at least. So, I have decided to rip it out. Now this does not hurt as much as some of you are indicating by all of the wincing I see. Here is a goodbye picture: 

Luckily, it will be reincarnated as a shell that actually fits me!

I'll leave you with a picture of some friends and I kayaking in the bay . . . Heather Maybe we could knit when taking a break kayaking. What do you think? Two ecologically sound activites--all at one time. Whitewater kayaking would be a little tougher, although there are some "resting" spots.