Trying to stay cool

The weather has been brutal this week and in spite of temperatures that defy even Lake Superior's cooling effect, I have been working steadily on, of all things, an afghan. One of my good friends is getting married in August so I decided to see if Afghans on the Double would live up to its name.

Cutting the time to make an afghan in half for me should mean that it would take approximately 6-8 months to complete. Yet I have completed more than half of the Luxurious Wrap in less than three weeks. Miraculous indeed.



Here is a photo of my progress so far. If I can discipline myself and continue doing about five rows a day (I'm so sorry wrists) I think I can definitely finish it in time to give to my friend. And then a new knitting project all for myself and with no deadlines.

Raglan Sweater

Pattern: Sure-To-Fit-Pullover (free pattern from spincraft)
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease
Needles: size 7 denise's and dpns, US5 dpns

I've been knitting for two years and have finally finished my first ever sweater. I'm not sure what I was hesitating for, it was so incredibly simple. Top down raglan definitely seems the way to go for someone like me who abhors seams.



The only modifications I made to the pattern were the length of ribbing at waist and wrists and seven rounds between each decrease round on the sleeves rather than five. The first arm I made was just too tapered and tight around my forearm to be comfortable.



My favorite things about this sweater are it's simplicity and how cozy it is. I can't wait to wear it this fall.