Yes, it's been one of those projects.
I mentioned the Atlanta "Secret" KAL which is supposed to be my first lace project. I'm having some .... challenges, and I've only started the swatch. First, I needed the find the right gauge. I am using fingering weight yarn because lace weight seemed a bit ambitious. I started with a size 4 needle (which was recommended), went down to a 2, and now I'm up to a 10. The many attempts I've made do look lacy. Unfortunately, I can't seem to hold onto the yarn overs. I literally have not successfully completed the second row of the pattern. ARGH!
I'm not sure what's more frustrating - the swatch or the lack of other projects to distract me from the evil lace project. I've completed the BSJ and three bibs, including a bib with intarsia in honor of my brother, the Michigan State alum (I was impressed).
I've woven in the ends, fastened them with thread, and sewed on velcro closures. I cannot look at another bib. I officially have fulfilled my knitting desires for my new niece or nephew (who is due any day now).
I even found a bunch of old crocheted granny squares made of somewhat rough acrylic and sewed them together to make a blanket for the cats. They seem to appreciate it.
On a related note, I did have a stroke of genius over the weekend. My MIL really liked the granny square blanket and could not believe that I was giving it to the cats. I decided to make her a granny square purse for the holidays. I have a lot of left over acrylic in very pretty colors, and I even think I found a pattern on Ravelry that uses eight granny squares.
Now I need a new project. I need something that will challenge me but that will not further injure the part of my brain (and ego) already damaged by the lace project. I need something that will use up my stash and will not require a new set of needles. Time to hit my growing knitting library and see what strikes my fancy.
I mentioned the Atlanta "Secret" KAL which is supposed to be my first lace project. I'm having some .... challenges, and I've only started the swatch. First, I needed the find the right gauge. I am using fingering weight yarn because lace weight seemed a bit ambitious. I started with a size 4 needle (which was recommended), went down to a 2, and now I'm up to a 10. The many attempts I've made do look lacy. Unfortunately, I can't seem to hold onto the yarn overs. I literally have not successfully completed the second row of the pattern. ARGH!
I'm not sure what's more frustrating - the swatch or the lack of other projects to distract me from the evil lace project. I've completed the BSJ and three bibs, including a bib with intarsia in honor of my brother, the Michigan State alum (I was impressed).
I've woven in the ends, fastened them with thread, and sewed on velcro closures. I cannot look at another bib. I officially have fulfilled my knitting desires for my new niece or nephew (who is due any day now).
I even found a bunch of old crocheted granny squares made of somewhat rough acrylic and sewed them together to make a blanket for the cats. They seem to appreciate it.
On a related note, I did have a stroke of genius over the weekend. My MIL really liked the granny square blanket and could not believe that I was giving it to the cats. I decided to make her a granny square purse for the holidays. I have a lot of left over acrylic in very pretty colors, and I even think I found a pattern on Ravelry that uses eight granny squares.
Now I need a new project. I need something that will challenge me but that will not further injure the part of my brain (and ego) already damaged by the lace project. I need something that will use up my stash and will not require a new set of needles. Time to hit my growing knitting library and see what strikes my fancy.
