Well, I've done it!

mks22300 · 07-16-2006, 11:39 PM

I've decided it's time to venture out of the world of making hats and scarves to make a sweater. I'm starting out with a baby one, don't think I want to tackle an adult one just yet! :D
But if it hadn't been for this forum, I don't think I'd ever have the courage to try it. I already made my swatch and I was perfect on gauge, so I'll take that as a good omen! :rofling: And darn it all, I'm going to have to get new needles because the yarn doesn't slip of the ones I have very easily, what a pity!

rebecca · 07-17-2006, 05:34 AM

Yay for you...WTG

AnreeAce · 07-17-2006, 06:03 AM

Originally Posted by mks22300

:rofling: And darn it all, I'm going to have to get new needles because the yarn doesn't slip of the ones I have very easily, what a pity!

That's how I talked myself into my first pair of Addi's!

Have fun with the sweater, keep us posted on it.

07-17-2006, 11:18 AM

Hurray for your adventurousness!!! Knitting gets so much more fun when you're no longer knitting squares/rectangles because you feel that's all you can do!

And how unfortunate that you might have to buy Addis now. Drat.

pug · 07-18-2006, 02:18 AM

I had never a made garment before either. After finding this website I have made two sweaters for my granddaughter. Here is a picture of the latest one I just finished. It used dpns, 2 circular needles at the same time and I even mastered the kitchener stitch. So go for it! It is a wonderful feeling of accomplishment!

07-18-2006, 02:41 AM

That's lovely, Pug!!

mks22300 · 07-18-2006, 04:33 AM

Thanks for the encouragement everyone! And what a lovely sweater pug!
Yeah, isn't it unfortunate that I need a pair of addi's? Actually, I need a couple of them for another project I have planned! :rofling:

newbieknit · 07-18-2006, 11:59 AM

You should double check your gauge after you get your new needles. My gauge changes with more slippery needles.

Oh, and Pug your sweater is absolutely beautiful! I was wondering if your name, Pug, was taken from the fantasy books which I, of course, cannot recall the name of.. but Pug becomes a powerfull magician. Completely off-topic, but I've been dying to ask!

Best of luck on your sweater making!!

Kats

mks22300 · 07-19-2006, 04:30 AM

Thanks for the advice, newbieknit. I'll be sure to do that!

EssenceRose · 07-19-2006, 06:00 AM

I envy your bravery!!

I have only just ventured into hat making and I'm feeling just a tiny bit apprehensive about it. I can't wait to see the final project!