I have wanted to knit this sweater for quite a while, although it has never been at the top of my list for whatever reason. In any case, I am so glad I thought of it for this yarn.
I am making surprisingly quick progress considering the size 3 needles. I've come to realize between the Purl Scarf (done on size 13 needles) and this sweater though, that I knit a lot faster on smaller needles. Of course, that means there are a lot more stitches, so it probably evens out in the end. It feels faster though!
I've finished the peplum and have started the body. I really enjoyed working moss stitch on the peplum. The texture is wonderful, and the yarn feels so sproingy (is that a word?).
For the body, I'm substituting a purl stitch for the beads. I'm not really a beaded sweater type person, although I do love the look. Also, I think I might go slightly crazy if I had to pre-string 5,300 beads! Other knitters have done it though--you can take a quick peek at Ravelry for the results. Very impressive.
Apart from knitting, I've spent a lot of time outdoors, enjoying our neighborhood and the park. One of the things I love about the park is it's size--even on crowded weekends you can find quiet areas with no one else around. For a minute or two at least.
Path around Stowe Lake
Path in the Botanical Gardens
Mystery flower in the Botanical GardensHaving lived in San Francisco for a little over a year now, I can say that spring is my favorite season. I always loved fall in the Midwest, but here I think spring is the best. It's lush and green, and the rains have almost stopped. The weather is sunny and cool. Hopefully, this weather can stretch a little longer into summer this year--I'm not ready to face the fog again!
6 comments:
love the park pictures - thanks for posting them! we just got over 6" of snow dumped on us yesterday, it's refreshing to see all those luscious shades of green and a sky that is not grey.
and i love that gnarley old pine tree in the picture of the path. the wind-swept trees that grow near the ocean are just beautiful and romantic somehow. (that could totally just be my midwestern perspective though!)
ok, you guys have lived here for more than a year now, we definitely need to see you more often! i can't believe it's been that long already! i am glad you are still smitten with the city. :)
oh and thanks, jed and i would love to get together with you guys soon to celebrate!
Joy is looking really nice! I think you'll love the results of a skinnier yarn on small needles, even if it does take more time.
Beautiful photos - glad you're loving spring in SF!
Oh what an absolutely beautiful spring! I love the mystery flowers! Joy is looking beautiful, that color is so soft.
Oh your pictures are beautiful.
These are great photos...it makes me want to plan some local hiking trips. I agree about Spring in California esp. where you live with the breathtaking tall redwood and sequoias.
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