I ordered buttons from Amazon, and though they aren’t as sparkly as the two from the button jar that I loved, thankfully they matched very well. I love the lace pattern on the front and the sleeves – so pretty. And since we have the air conditioning running in the house, I briefly put it… Continue reading Looking Back cardigan
Tag: sweaters/cardigans
A little knitting
I’ve been working steadily on several knitting projects, and these charity hats give me little happy dances every week or two. I’ve picked a new favorite pattern recently, from the Knots of Love website – Cindy’s Cable Chemo Cap. This one is super easy to remember, and I love that the cable detail is within… Continue reading A little knitting
Sleeve work
So, checking back in with my Looking Back cardigan progress, I’ve almost finished knitting the sleeves. They have a lace detail down the entire length, and the pattern is pretty easily memorized. Once I finish knitting the sleeves, I should be able to pick up stitches and knit the button bands. I knew I was… Continue reading Sleeve work
Restarting Affiknity
As I was pondering starting a new sweater project, I thought I would check my other in-progress sweater/cardigan projects to see where I am on each of them. I knew it would give me a kick in the pants regarding those, and I know I really don’t need to start another sweater until I finish… Continue reading Restarting Affiknity
Stonecrop cardigan finally
It took me about four or five hours to sew down the ribbing, but it’s finished, and I’m so happy! I finished it last Saturday night, and was able to wear it to church on Sunday with the cold front that moved through. I’m currently working on my Looking Back cardigan, and already plotting the… Continue reading Stonecrop cardigan finally