Saturday 16 May 2009

..going over to the other side!


Now that all the birthdays are done with until September and there are no more 'big events' to prepare for, I have a little time to myself again. Phew!

So, on Wednesday night, I cast on this - Ishbel, out of the 'Whimsical Little Knits' book by Ysolda Teague

I have had this scrumptious wool in my stash for a little while now and thought it would be perfect.

The first part of this pattern is primarily stocking stitch which was perfect for the cunning plan that I had in mind. You see, I've decided that I want to learn how to knit 'Continental style', using the left hand.


Not sure why, but it's something I've been planning to do for ages! So, I thought, there's no better time to learn, but boy! is it frustrating! It feels so awkward, and I feel like a beginner all over again. I have heard that it's possible to knit more quickly using this method, but that certainly isn't the case at the moment. I'm sure it will come. I hope it will come, otherwise I'm pretty sure my little trip over to the 'other side' will be very brief...!



2 comments:

  1. That is seriously beautiful wool. It's going to be very pretty!

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  2. What wonderful yarn - the colours are gorgeous. x

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