January 14, 2011

the weather outside is frightful

Sant'Angelo check-in. This is going to be lovely and warm once it's done and I'm looking forward to finishing, since it's rather cold right now. I've decided I want a whole closetful of stranded sweaters. Gobs and gobs of 'em.

Speaking of stranded, I'm sure you've caught the Harlot's great post about working with multiple yarns at once. I especially enjoyed #6, as it's so easy to be frustrated when learning a new skill. I also hear many many people say they consider themselves unable to even attempt stranded knitting / steeking, etc. in the first place. To you I say 'be fearless, friend!' Have the spirit of adventure. If it's something you really want to learn, then just go for it. Accept that you will suck at it for a bit. Like everything, it gets better the more you do it. Start small, but start somewhere.

I also want to mention this designer whose ingenious brain churns out amazing stranded creations: isn't Connie's dress fabulous??

Stay warm and have a happy weekend.

8 comments:

  1. You really impress me!! Wow what a project, what a complicated projet, what a wonderful project! Bravo 10000000 times!

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  2. Chris, this sweater is completely amazing. Spectacular!!

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  3. OH MY GOODNESS. incredible, Chris. can't wait to see more. (sorry for shouting.)

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  4. I hear you on wanting to have a closetful of stranded sweaters. Yours is absolutely gorgeous! It'll look spectacular.

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  5. I'm speechless Chris! It's GORGEOUS!!! I can't wait to see it when you are finished. Hurry please. :)

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  6. Wow, it is really coming along beautifully!

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  7. Start small but start somewhere.

    Now THAT is good advise.

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