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Sunday, November 27, 2011

Knitting Problems Solved!

My grand daughter asked for PINK.
I chose a pattern I was sure I could master, however it had a few twists and turns that set me on my head. First you do the back.
With the aide of Knittinghelp.com on line I learned to do this "horizontal lace" pattern that
was NOT easy! But with verbal helpers and videos on that site I was able to master it after a fashion.

 The top called for a hood! That did not look so difficult, but I swear the written pattern is wrong; or I am completely dense, as after many readings and re readings and attempts I finally decided to lose the hood.

Instead I designed a very different top. I added a small rolled collar and found a pattern for knitted flowers and proceeded to make them in several different sizes for the display below:
 Cute?
I found an adorable striped long sleeve shirt in shades of pink, rose, red and black that looks so cute under this sweater vest!!! I can't wait to give it to and see my grand daughter wearing it at Chanukah time.  Size 8. Child.

Now I am knitting cowls; finished one last night for my daughter in law; and started a second one tonight for my 18 yr old grand daughter. They are great in cool/cold weather for keeping the neck snugly warm. I may make one for myself too!!! Super easy!

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I met up with my friend Diane today in Davis. We went by the Pence Art Gallery to see the holiday market. Two of my pieces were missing, so I assume they are sold!
We took in the art show there that was incredible.
I didn't take my camera! Me, with out a camera? It happens.
Then we walked a few blocks to Lilies the cute dress shop where I met the Israeli owner
last week. I got a second sweater like the first one I loved and bought. Do you do that?
Get two of something that you know is so practical that you will wear and wear them for ever?
Now I have a brown one plus the olive green first one!
It was fun connecting with Dina again too.
Then Diane and I stopped in at a cute little tea shop and had lunch and tea!
We had little girls on our right having a birthday party with their dad; and college girls on our left chatting away over their tea and crumpets.
I guess Diane and I were the elder generation in the middle!
Fun!!!
We made one more stop at the SPCA thrift store where we both came away with a stack of books.
Both agreeing that we had way too many books already and would never
catch up; but hey they are only a buck...couldn't pass up the good deal.
A fun way to spend a Sunday Afternoon.

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12 comments:

  1. Cris, Artist in OregonNovember 27, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I know how hard you worked on this learning a new pattern and it came out great. Bravo for learning something new.. again. Its so lovely she will adore it.

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  2. kjNovember 27, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    what a feel-good post! what a fun dy!

    lynn, that collar is fantastic. i don't know enough to appreciate knitting as it should be appreciated, but i have never seen a collar so adorable.

    one special little girl is going to love it!!!

    ♥

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  3. marianneNovember 27, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    What a cute pink sweater! Your granddaughter will love it!
    And yes sometimes I buy the same things but then it has to be in a different color.
    Sounds like a good time with your friend. Sometimes it is good not to have a camera with you to only have attention for each other :)

    Enjoy your week♥

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  4. MimNovember 28, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    Lovely sweater - I wish I knew an 8 year old to knit it for. We're the curlicues added separately? I'm sure she'll love it.

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  5. Lisa at GreenbowNovember 28, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    This is a beatiful sweater vest. The roses and lace look terribly difficult to me. I hate when patterns aren't written clearly. I know she will love it. Sounds like you and Diane had a fun day out.

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  6. Lynn CohenNovember 28, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    Mim, yes, the flowers/curlicues were done separately and sewn on with yarn. They were very easy to do. I just used different sized needles for the various sized flowers.

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  7. ~BabsNovember 28, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Lyn, that sweater is precious.The neckline/collar is so much more special than a hood would have been.Wonderful to be so inventive!

    And yes, I often buy more than one of something that I love. In different colors, yep.

    Congrats on the missing/sold pieces, that's great!

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  8. KatiejaneNovember 28, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Cute sweater vest. Your grandkids must be the best dressed around!
    Sounds like you had a fun afternoon browsing and shopping.

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  9. soulbrushNovember 29, 2011 at 3:47 AM

    Not only solved, I would say 'perfected'!!! You are the most optimistic and fulfilled person I thinkI know.

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  10. sukipoetNovember 29, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    lynn your vest turned out super. better than a hood is your fun neckline. she will love it.

    and i love the tale of your delightful day out with your friend. and your second sweater, no you can never have too many.

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  11. ElspethNovember 29, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Hi Lynn, just checking in to see what you and Henry are up to. Been reading your posts. Your knitting is so professional! If I lived around there I would definitely get you to design things for me. And I chuckled at your apology to any Chinese people reading the post that featured your painting of the Chinese bowl. Funny.

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  12. Terri KahrsNovember 30, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    OMG! Your little sweater is a treasure, Lynn!!! LOVE that you found a knitting site for help. Thanks for sharing. Maybe I'll be able to master those fingerless gloves in time for the Holidays!!! ♥ Hugs, Terri xoxoxo

    PS Those little roses are adorable!!!!

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