curl up with some knitting…
[ how I spent most of last weekend while nursing my cold! ]
I’m sure you all have heard by now of the insanely cold temperatures we’re experiencing in the southern portion of the East Coast. It actually got so cold I had to pull out all my super heavy winter coats! This time last year, it was solidly in the 70s; it always amazes me how quickly nature changes from one thing to the next… kind of like life! The chilly air has made me want to hibernate with endless pots of tea, under my favorite quilt, with my knitting. Of course, I can’t do that all day long, but I have been spending inordinate amounts of time in the evening working on a new sweater. (I actually have just finished another and need to stitch it together. Pictures coming soon!) I found a great site a few months ago with free vintage knitting patterns, and this one has been calling to me. I changed the yoke up a bit and started it sooner than the pattern called for so that the lace pattern would be more prominent; wide yokes have been appealing to me of late.
[ subtle, yet pretty. ]
I’m such a silly girl: I always get excited when I hit the “interesting” parts of a knitted project. Cables, lacy patterns, neckline shaping–I find it way too fun. I think it has something to do with seeing the yarn start to take on shape and form into intricate little twists and bumps. The lace pattern on this sweater isn’t terribly fancy: I’d hesitate to even classify it as a lace (at least in my book), since it doesn’t have the characteristics of lots of open spaces. In it’s simplicity is a certain charm that has emerged as I knit each stitch and slip them off my needles. I have quite a ways to go with this sweater still (the question is: will it get completed before the really warm weather hits Florida?), but for now I’m happily wrapped up in the gentle rhythm of the needles and the yarn.
Posted on January 12th, 2010 to knitting.
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Nana Jen says:
That’s a beautiful design! I’ve unearthed a copy of ‘Modern Knitting Illustrated’ from the 40s, and now that I’ve finally finished the first assignment for my Masters, I’m looking forward to casting on my first lacy sweater
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Amy says:
What a pretty sweater, perfect for you. I love cream sweaters. I’m sorry you were sick. It is kind of nice that it’s been cold enough in the sunshine state to snuggle under your favorite quilt. I guess that’s a little bit of home for you. I love blanket weather as long as it doesn’t last too long.
Someday you are going to have to write a book. I wonder when the networks are going to snatch you up. -
Marmielu says:
Very pretty! Hope you are feeling better.
XO
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meaghan says:
wow Casey what an awesome knitting project! I just picked it back up again after so long and I’m afraid I feel like a beginner all over again, but these projects are motivating me to revive the hobby!
you’re one talented lady!
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Ann says:
Oh Casey! This post just makes me feel guilty for not knitting more! I don’t know how many projects I have going and haven’t finished.
I’m sure your sweater will be lovely…and who knows, maybe this unusual weather will continue long enough for you to wear it this year.
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Andromache says:
I wish I could knit! I guess crochet will have to do for now…
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Dalena Vintage says:
I know…I can’t tell you how many pots of tea I’ve been through in the past few weeks. Can’t wait to see the photos of your sweater!
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Sally says:
January 12th, 2010 at 10:03 am
That blouse is going to look so perfect on you, doll. I’m excited to see how you style it.
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Mrs. Jess says:
January 12th, 2010 at 10:12 am
Casey, what a great link! I have a love affair with vintage sweaters, but I can never seem to find any that fit and are in good wearing shape. I am a sewer, I can crochet somewhat… but I really need to learn to knit. Your post has inspired me to take a class at our local yarn shop. Thanks!
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Kendall says:
January 12th, 2010 at 12:00 pm
Lovely! Thanks for the vintage knitting links. I’ll definitely have to try out some of these patterns once my lace shawl is finished.
I can totally relate regarding lace, cables, etc being the “exciting” bits. I love watching the patterns take shape.Happy knitting!
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Lauren says:
I’m farther south in Florida even than you I believe, and it has been COLD! Who knew that the scarf I made and sweaters I bought for a recent trip north would get so much use down here!? I’m loving it though.
I’ve been doing much of the same…curling up under the covers with my crocheting and knitting.
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Sunni Standing says:
I totally need to take up some knitting. I’ve never tried and I’m so inspired by your knitted projects. So excited to see the sweater. I can’t believe its been cold in Florida!
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Rhiannon says:
I still can’t believe how cold it got where you are! This weather is awful . . . I suppose the only good part about it is that it’s perfect for knitting–tonight I’m going to try to get done with chores fast so I can sit in front of a movie and knit.
. . . I’m definitely in the same boat, though I’m knitting kind of boring things right now. A vintage lace sweater sounds so much prettier! -
Nadja says:
January 13th, 2010 at 10:14 am
Ha ha
I belive I have found a knitting soulmate in you I always get so exited (almost like an adrenalinrush) when I start knitting in a pattern, simple plainknitting or stockinettstitches are just so boring! -
ali.bah.bah says:
What a cute sweater, I love your knitting projects (did you finish the red cardigan by the way?)and your blog in general.
Thank you for the link to the free vintage knitting patterns – I will have to give one of them a go! xx
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