Adventures in Yarn

It's been a while since I last posted, mostly because I haven't done any cross-stitch lately. Instead, inspired by my friend Laura, I have been perusing Ravelry and obsessively crocheting. Most of my crochet experience has been of the afghan and baby blanket variety, so naturally this time I decided to jump feet first into making a sweater. So far, it even fits!

I'm hoping that it doesn't look too 'homemade' when it's finished. I think the stitching is pretty clean, although the front join of the bodice isn't perfectly straight. I'm thinking of closing up the v-neck another inch or so, as it dips low enough right now that I'm not sure I'd feel comfortable wearing it to work.

The entire piece is supposed to measure 28" from shoulder to bottom, which means that I have about 9" of the tunic skirt left to stitch. I also need to finish the sleeves, which I believe will be about 3/4 length, and will have cuffs that match the waist.

I'm pleased with the color combination, although it's not necessarily one I wear a lot. I guess I was trying to go for something a little outside my norm. It doesn't make my eyes bleed, so that's a plus.

Of course, the real question is...what will I make next? (Besides finishing the cross-stitch!)

Carbon Copy Cats

Another weekend, another letter done. I'm really looking forward to the completion of the name, and moving on to the numbers. I'm pleased with my continued progress, although I'm being tempted by the spiffy patterns over at Ravelry. With cooler weather on the way, it might be time to look at some new crochet projects. My friend Laura inspired me last year to finally make something other than a blanket, and it turned out pretty well. Not sure what I want to tackle next!

Just the two of us...

The question is...is the song stuck in your head now? :)

Haven't been sewing as much as I'd like lately. My back's been tightening up, and I'm dedicated, but I'm not stupid. Still making progress, though.

I did decide to break with the pattern book and sew the 'S' using blue instead of peach. I just really didn't like the idea of three peach letters in a row. I think it turned out fine, and will definitely give a better color distribution to the piece. There actually weren't any blue letters, so that's a nice touch, too.

Only three more letters to go! (Followed by seven numbers, of course.)