Two more projects have been transferred from random knitting bags to the 'finished' shelf. The sweater is OK - it hangs strangely short in the back but I love the (sadly discontinued) yarn, Bamboucle from Elsebeth Lavold. The close-up is problematic as a photo but shows the pattern down the back. This was an easy stitch pattern that is very effective as a detail. I wore the sweater yesterday and will use it a lot around the house in spring and fall.
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The scarf is a mystery. I made it from Shetland wool which is scratchy at the best of times. Even after washing and blocking it is definitely not a next-to-the-skin accessory. I must have started if when I was itching to cast on something quick and easy. It was all done but the blocking when I found it at the bottom of the bag. I think that confirms that I am a 'process' knitter. But I have to admit that this period of finishing projects has made me more appreciative of 'product'.
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The second sweater is finished. It's not particularly attractive which may be why it languished in a bag for a few years. But it is done and I will get some use from it.
I am knitting the collar for #3 and then need to sew up the side seams. #4 will be a piece of cake. #5 has been selected.
Ta da!!! It's done. This isn't a beauty shot. It is too hot here for a selfie. You will have to take my word for it that this is a wonderful sweater that fits really well. The waist shaping is perfect. Lesson learned - I missed out on four years of this by letting it languish in the unfinished pile.
#2 will be complete tomorrow. #3 has been selected.
Finishing feels great. Does anyone want to join the finishing fest? Send me a photo of your before and after and I'll post them and celebrate with you. Knitting, quilting, housework - what have you been putting off?
