Complete Ketch #2
This is Amy Herzong’s custom sweater Ketch, knitted up in KnitPicks Wool of the Andes sport weight, colorway Haze. It took 11 skeins, almost, and I knitted it on size 3 needles, with size 1 for the ribbing. I used […]
Next Knit?
I have a dress for the baby on the needles, plus two sweaters and a shawl. I have another shawl in mind, too, and I’ve swatched for the Ginger Lace Cardigan from Vintage Modern Knits. I know I want to […]
The Death of Wii
My Wii Console has died. I have been doing my 30 minutes of stepping — 3,000+ steps — every day for years. I miss it. Should I replace it? Pro I own a lot of Wii games the kids can […]
Queer Eye Surprise
First of all, I don’t like reality TV. There are a couple of reality TV programs I enjoy: “What Not to Wear” and “The Profit.” Otherwise, I have found every reality TV program I’ve ever seen stupid and boring. Second, […]
Stitch Markers
Ketch has a lovely shawl collar knitted with short rows. It is done in an ingenious way. You distribute 18 stitch markers evenly between the neckline and the shoulder. Then you knit across to the last stitch marker and turn […]
Raglan Thoughts
Field Marshal FitzRoy James Henry Somerset, 1st Baron Raglan, was the Duke of Wellington’s military secretary, whatever that may be. He was apparently promoted to his level of incompetence, and is now remembered mostly for sending the Light Brigade into […]