I’ve finished knitting the back of my jumper, that had far fewer stitches on the needle to cope with and as I was having trouble getting the pattern to work out correctly I decided to complete the back before going on to finish the front as the pattern of the front also continues over the sleeves. I almost gave up at one point although I don’t recall having any problems with this pattern when I first did it over 40 years ago. I actually typed 30 years at first and then had to stop and think, where did all that time go?! However, it was not my fault as I eventually realised that there was a misprint in the pattern as one row said … continue to last 18 stitches and actually there were only instructions for knitting 17 stitches, which is what I had left on the needle.
Anyway, I’m on the home stretch now which is good because I have another pattern that I want to do but I’m determined to finish this one first. I have too many sewing projects languishing in various baskets waiting to be completed, I don’t want to start doing that with the knitting too. I suspect that all arty crafty people have that same problem.
It’s lovely, Katrina. I wish I could knit like that.
Joan,
Thanks. I think I was taught to knit before I went to school, so that makes it easier. You should have a look at some You Tube videos. I think the ‘Continental’ style looks easier to master.
Oh, gosh, do I ever have that problem with too many knitting projects!
It would be fine if life really and truly settled down. But it won’t, and I wouldn’t be happy if it did, probably.
I’m having extreme trouble finding time to knit since I started this novel-writing course. Knitting will have to wait!!
I love the design of your jumper! I adore cables!
Judith,
Thanks, I’m nearly finished! I’m wondering what sort of novel you’re writing now.
Yes there are plenty of crafty projects all around my home! Lots finished and on display, lots………well…….
Jo,
It gives me an excuse for yet another collection – of baskets – to store the craft projects in, until they are finished!