Knitting Towards the Weekend
The warm and humid weather we are experiencing here in Chicago right now is wreaking havoc on my ability to make much progress on most of my projects. Most of my serious knitting has happened in accompaniment to Doom 3 gunfire and demon bashing because it involves the cool and friendly basement that surrounds our home theatre (John is playing Doom 3 on his home theatre computer which is connected to a nice projector and a 8' x 6' movie screen so it's a fairly cinematic experience).
I've got about 4 more inches before I come to the shoulder shaping for the back of Salt Peanuts. Can I just say that I love the way this project is designed and shaped? Not just for the curvy quality of the sweater (which is not completely obvious from the pictures that accompany the pattern), but also for the details that just make a sweater easier to finish -- like selvedge stitches in the lacy ribbing to make seaming a much more pleasant process, and some clever looking double decreases that are both useful and decorative.
I'm still a little nervous about yardage from the Bergamo, but I have two more balls on the way from Elann, hopefully that will give me enough to get to the finish line without too much worry.
Speaking of things that come in the mail. I just have to show off some of the non-knitting goodies that I have ordered from Levenger recently:
My current favorite is the blue suede bag (The 7 Day Tote) that I picked up for $19.95. This is a totally awesome bag that can easily do double duty going to work or going out to play. I'm in love! The orange bag (The Newport Tote) also comes with a cell phone holder and extra little inside bag to hold goodies and is also a steal at $19.95. (Sorry if this sounds too much like an advertisement, but I am enjoying my recent haul. And, Levenger is really a nice company to do business with. Whenever I have needed to take advantage of their customer service, they've been friendly and helpful).
I've finished the back and the sides, and I'm about to start the sleeves. I have 9 and a half balls left (I'm doing the second from the last largest size), so I should be okay. It certainly is shapely - I held the right front up against me to see how it hits the critical body parts, and let's just say that if you have breasts, this will certainly accentuate them. :)
Oops, I was talking about Salt Peanuts up there. I used the Bergamo from Elann as well.
I'm seaming my SP right now and I'm so glad I got the 2 extra balls! I love how this cardigan feels...except it's super hot! I'm a little worried that California winters will be too warm for this sweater!
Lovely, lovely Salt Peanuts. I'm getting the urge to knit it again. Don't. Let. Me. Go. Near. Elann!
Thanks for showing your totes. I am a total bag lady. I love shoes, too. Seeing your photos is like going shopping with you so show away :-)
Wow, Salt Peanuts is looking exquisite in purple! I've always wanted to try out some Bergamo. And I love the pattern.
I've been reading your blog for a while now and thought I'd finally say hello! My knitting lately has also been accompanied by Doom 3, my boyfriend has been playing nonstop. I have become used to counting stitches to the tune of screaming demons and gunfire. I could knit on Mars, no problem.
I can't wait to see how Salt Peanuts looks on you! From the pattern photo it looks shapeless enough to be utterly unappealing to me, so I'm looking forward to seeing it on a real person; maybe I'll change my mind...
I'm a bit tote crazy myself and you always find the best things! I've got to remember to check Levenger!!
Nice shade of purple!
And thanks for the info on Levenger.
I didn't know they sold such nice bags.
Happy Weekend to You!
Salt Peanuts is looking so great. Beautiful color. The totes are awesome. Purses and shoes...what more could a girl need!