Category Archives: Jims Sweater

Novelty Strikes Again

Posted on May 8, 2011 by knitaddict

I’ve said before that I’m really not into novelty yarn, and that’s still true.  But every once in a while something just grabs me and I need to have it.  That’s what happened with the Marina yarn. A couple of … Continue reading →

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Freaking Startitis

Posted on March 27, 2011 by knitaddict

I have such a hard time fighting it off when it hits.  But at least I finished something. These are the Selbu Mittens.  Nice and warm, since they’re stranded. Amazing what a difference blocking makes.  The mitten on the right … Continue reading →

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Start and Restart

Posted on March 6, 2011 by knitaddict

Started Jim’s sweater last weekend.  Swatched five stitch patterns (yes, I count stockinette) and he chose which one he wanted. In the round – which is how I’m knitting to the armholes – it’s just: Rows 1 & 2: Knit … Continue reading →

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