It has been a while since I started a new knitting project, or done any knitting at all really. Crochet has really been holding my attention recently. I think it may be because crochet is so much quicker than knitting and I find it easier to remember my place with a crochet project when I've had to leave it for a few days.
As I have enjoyed sewing myself a couple of items of clothing recently, it occurred to me that I have never knitted (or crocheted) an actual garment for myself. I have made lots of scarves, hats, wrist warmers etc for myself and others and a couple of cardigans for Miss M when she was younger, but not a proper garment for me.
So, I am knitting a cardigan. The pattern is this one here. It seems simple enough, being only stocking stitch and garter stitch. Hopefully the shaping and neckbands won't defeat me! Those are the parts which scare me a bit. My mum has said that she will help if I get stuck...she is a fantastic knitter and has made some gorgeous things for Miss M and for me.
So far, I am really enjoying my new knitting project and although I'm sure it will be a number of months until I have a completed cardigan to wear, I am telling myself just to enjoy the process.
What are you knitting or crocheting at the moment?
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Many thanks for the get well wishes for Miss M, she is much better and is looking forward to going back to school tomorrow!
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it looks lovely! i really like the colour :) Knitting has defeated me thus far but maybe one day... Yours looks really neat and pretty xx
ReplyDeleteLovely colour. I'm also knitting myself a pink cardigan and really enjoying it. I also have a green scarf on the go which I only pick up now and then - the pattern is quite complicated and I really need to concentrate which limits the time I can spend on it. x
ReplyDeleteI like that style, I'm knitting a different Sirdar pattern but with the same wool! Your a little further on than me, I started mine last night. Good luck with it!
ReplyDeleteIt will be wonderful when its done. I know what you mean about crocheting though, it does seem to make up much quicker than knitting unless of course you do chunky patterns as I have just done. I am now doing an aran weight wool cardigan which is much slower but nicer to work than the chunky wool with the big needles.
ReplyDeleteCrochet is much faster isn't it. I've been knitting for years but only just learnt to crochet but the speed difference is amazing! I'm trying to finish crocheting my variegated granny square blanket and knit my cardigan and one for the 7 yr old too. Need more time! X
ReplyDeleteI love that shade of pink. It is very easy on the eye. I am really busy at the moment, so I am concentrating on one project.....a multi-coloured lap blanket.
ReplyDeleteThat is a nice flattering pattern. I made a cardi from 4 ply a few years ago and was surprised at how quickly it knitted up. I used a bamboo yarn and it created a beautiful drapey fabric.
ReplyDeleteTracey xxx
You have such perfect stitches. It's nice that you're making something for yourself ;-)
ReplyDeleteLove the color of the yarn you are using, I love the rhythm of the needles in my hand.
ReplyDeleteMeredith
That is such a lovely shade of pink, Marianne, and your tension is so neat and even - enjoy the process - you may finish it sooner than you think! I'll be looking forward to seeing it grow! xoJoy
ReplyDeleteIt's such a yummy colour Marianne and it's going to be lovely. At the moment I'm trying to concentrate my energy on a blanket for my daughter - I seem to have been sewing squares together for ever! Glad that Miss M is feeling better poor thing, tummy bugs are so ghastly. Have a lovely week.
ReplyDeleteJane x
What a beautiful color! I am waiting to see the completed one!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful yarn, you know you'll end up sewing some of those pretty floral blouses in matching shades to make an outfit... ;-) Chrissie xxx
ReplyDeleteI am glad that Miss M is feeling better. Your yarn colour is very pretty indeed. I hope that you enjoy your knitting!! xx
ReplyDeleteLe cardi sera très joli et la couleur est magnifique !
ReplyDeleteI love the colour of the yarn you're using, it's that shade of pink that I like. It will be a very pretty cardigan when it's made. Enjoy knitting and have a happy week! x
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty colour! I'm fancying making something for myself too but it will have to be crochet, I know I wont have the patience to make a large knitted project. I like the cardigan pattern, have fun with your knitting. :)
ReplyDeleteI have gotten off to a rocky start on several projects recently - looking forward to finding some time to get started on a sweater for the little babe. Fall will be here too soon!
ReplyDeleteYou chose a beautiful colour for your cardigan! I must admit that I did not make anything recently. I need all my spare time for the garden and photography! Hopefully I will be able to use my crochet needle again in September :-)!
ReplyDeleteMadelief x
Oh I'm loving that colour, it's beautiful! I'm so pleased you're knitting a cardigan, it's going to look lovely and the complicated bits will help to keep things interesting :-) I'm sure you'll be fine with it but at least you do have your mum to help just incase
ReplyDeleteI'm crocheting some welly toppers for my friend, I only have a week which is why I went for crochet instead of knitting, and a massive hook!
Your new knitting is looking lovely, such a pretty colour. It is great that you can ask your mum to help if you get stuck. Enjoy your week, and I hope you get plenty of peaceful knitting time :)
ReplyDeleteHelen xox
I like the cardigan pattern you've chosen, it's going to look so pretty in that lovely colour!
ReplyDeleteIt's good to have some long term projects on the go that you can pick up, enjoy progressing a bit then put down - not the same urgency as a shorter project.
Have a good weekend (well not long now!)
Gill xx
That is a classic style that will never go out of fashion. Great choice. Jo x
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful colour, it's going to look fabulous :-)
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty coloured yarn, like you I mostly crochet I've been knitting a cushion for over year and half now, as I find knitting so slow going but I'm determined to finish it
ReplyDeleteClare x
Cute cardigan and pretty wool. Your knitting looks so neat. I am knitting a fairisle hat at the moment. It's ages since I knitted fairisle so it isn't without it's imperfections but it's good fun!
ReplyDeleteLove the colour of the yarn, and good for you giving it a go with knitting again. I'm sure it'll turn out just beautifully. I'm stuck on a lacy knitting pattern that I really just need to find the time to sit down and work out, but I fear it may be a WIP for a wee bit longer!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend, xx
It's a lovely pattern. I learnt to knit as a child,but only seem to crochet now, I must get back to it x
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