For Sproutlet
May 17th, 2009 at 9:12 am (uncategorized)
Proof I’m still alive, and still knitting!
This was a knitty pattern, Helena, knit top down. I made a few modifications (of course!). The yarn I used said it would meet gauge, but my gauge was tighter than the ball band; and I was rather pleased with it so I stuck with it. As a result I made the larger size to come out about a 6-9 month (up to 12 month maybe). I also did i-cord for the ties instead of simple garter stitch that was only 3 sts across.
I used Dale Lerke, a wool-cotton that is super soft. It has a tendency to split when knitting so you really have to watch the strands when you do decreases or other fancy maneuvers.
Kirsten said,
May 17th, 2009 at 11:07 am
This is beautiful! I hope Sproutlet likes it.
Kathy said,
May 17th, 2009 at 11:57 am
Oh, lucky Sproutlet! Your sweater is just scrumptious.