May 16, 2005
Side A
One half of orangina is done!
Although it didn't seem this way at first, the lace pattern was easily memorized. The pattern is made up of the same repeated stitches, just offset by differing numbers of plain stitches at the beginning and end of RS rows.
I am surprised how my hands learned the pattern on their own.. they just go through the row, doing the right stitches, while my mind wanders off. Every so often, I remember to check, "whoa, is that right?", and usually it is fine.
And the splitty yarn? Its still doing its thing. I have to keep an eye on it on the purl rows and with the slipped stitch of the skp in the lace. A couple times on each row, I have to go back and catch little dropped threads.
Side B is about 2 inches started. I am looking forward to the ribbing. This is going to be a quick knit!
Comments (14)
ok, ok...I'm going to order the pattern...right now...stop with the beautiful quick knits! Just stop!
Posted by carolyn | May 16, 2005 4:46 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 16:46
Fantabulous! I can't believe how quickly you're moving on it, but I'm excited because I can't wait for you to be finished so I can see.
Posted by Stephanie | May 16, 2005 5:01 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 17:01
looks scrumptious. i might have to add this one to my list.
Posted by Li | May 16, 2005 6:31 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 18:31
wow... you made me want to make this one, too. the stitches are just too pretty!
Posted by blossom | May 16, 2005 6:39 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 18:39
Holy cow, that's a quick knit. Something I've been lacking lately... I'd like to make one, too, but wonder about the fit sans shaping. I usually benefit from some waist shaping. So I'll wait to see how it looks on others first.
Hurry up and finish so I can see!!! :) haha!
Posted by Karma | May 16, 2005 6:56 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 18:56
Wow, that really is quick! Love the detailing!
Posted by Dani | May 16, 2005 9:35 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 21:35
That *is* flying. I love the lace pattern.
Posted by Colleen | May 16, 2005 10:00 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 22:00
holy cow. you amaze me with all the impressive knits you've been churning out.
Posted by winnie | May 16, 2005 10:03 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 22:03
What??!?!?!? You've finished one side? You are one fast knitter! And it's beautiful! I want one too!
Posted by marichan | May 16, 2005 10:40 PM
Posted on May 16, 2005 22:40
wow, just beautiful!
Posted by froggy | May 17, 2005 6:21 AM
Posted on May 17, 2005 06:21
Beautiful lace. It's stunning.
The colour you have chosen it perfect!
Posted by Adele | May 17, 2005 6:35 AM
Posted on May 17, 2005 06:35
Beautiful! I love it when your hands memorize the pattern like that. Can't wait to see more, D. Take care :)
Posted by Lolly | May 17, 2005 7:36 AM
Posted on May 17, 2005 07:36
Wow, I just got my yarn yesterday and I haven't had a chance to swatch yet. Plus I am still waiting for the needles I ordered. I only hope I can move slightly as fast as you. Do you think the yarn will get softer after washing right now I think it is kinda yuck.
Posted by Joelene | May 17, 2005 11:47 AM
Posted on May 17, 2005 11:47
Looks great. That's awesome that it is knitting up so quickly after your last sweater.
Posted by Purly Whites | May 17, 2005 1:43 PM
Posted on May 17, 2005 13:43