Tuesday, February 22, 2005

Just a Quickie with some Pics

I have pictures! I'm sure you're jumping out of your seats with excitement... Okay, that might be pushing it.

Like I said I finished the mittens I was working on (finished meaning blocked them but haven't sewn in ends or knit the lining)

I really like how I reversed the colors. It really makes them unique, yet they still look like they belong together.

And since I finished (I'm using that term quite loosely ) the mittens I decided to start clapotis. I've actually gotten pretty far on it.

I took the Harlot's advice and decided to purl the stitches you're supposed to drop because basically it's the same thing as keeping track of a knit stitch using a marker... She's so smart! I'm loving how the varigation is playing out in this. It's not flashing or pooling weirdly, which I love. And each ball is totally different than the last one. It's great!
Here's a bit of a close up on some of the dropped stitches.

There's something so satisfying about dropping a stitch on purpose and watching it unravel all the way down to the beginning. I can't explain it, you're just going to have to try it for yourself!

5 comments:

CrazyFiberLady said...

I love the mittens. They do look so good together!

Your clapotis is coming out very nicely. I was planning on using the Harlot's little purling trick when I get around to starting mine. I need to finish something before I start it :) Looking forward to seeing your clapotis done.

erica said...

The mittens are beautilicious!

I want to start a clapotis soon now, too. Everyone's is so different and so beautiful.

Anonymous said...

See! Clapotis is addicting! That's why I am on my second one. I wish I had read Harlot's post too before I started the second one. If I make another I will definately purl the stitch that needs to be dropped. Such a clever girl.
Beth (big geek)

Laura said...

yes, i LOVE dropping stitches. heehee. on purpose, too.

Knitty Gritty Thoughts said...

Wow, such beautiful mittens, you are way more talented than I am! Love the clap-clap, looking good and moving fast!