A couple of you asked me about the baby sweater I made. It is called Presto Chango because you can button a new front on it at any time. Very cute idea and the pattern is free! I made some changes which are chronicled in our blog: primarily I thought there were too many bulky seams for a baby sweater. The seams could easily be engineered out, so I did.
I am nearing the finish line on the Aran Wrap! It is so heavy that it better be really, really, warm! I am looking for some toggles to use as buttons. I am going to use the natural holes created when making cables as the buttonholes. I thought it would be nice to be able to hold the thing closed in a wind storm.
Speaking of storms, someone said something today that struck me as profound in this time of economic and social upheaval:
“Don’t wait for the storm to blow over — start dancing in the rain.”
It sounds a little bit Pollyanna, but there is an element of truth to it. Just don’t forget your umbrella…and pray there isn’t any lightning!
Okay I give up! As it turns out I had Presto Chango in my knitting file, but you write that the changes are chronicled in your blog. I can’t find them. I’m particularly interested in the cable front you did. My grandson is due in less than three weeks, nothing like waiting till the last minute!! I did decorate the nursery and wash and iron every single layette item—–may I never see another onesie on my ironing board! Have a good day. The great procrastinator, Peggy Jehle
Comment by Peggy Jehle — October 22, 2008 @ 4:24 pm
I want to knit like you do when I grow up. If I grow up. The baby sweater is gorgeous. However, having had 3 children, and numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom have the messy gene, white is not a color I would try. Something in a shade of carrots, peas, or tapioca would be a better choice for this family.
As soon as you finish that Aran Wrap we need photos! Please!!! As pretty as it looked laid out flat, it would be much better on some curves.
Comment by Pam/2muchfun — October 22, 2008 @ 5:35 pm
Thanks for sharing the sweater! And a little Pollyanna is needed sometimes 😉
Comment by Michelle — October 22, 2008 @ 8:19 pm