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Shapely Tank nearly done

I will probably post a picture of the finished Shapely Tank tomorrow.

I don't like it much.

For one thing, I really can't stand knitting with cotton. I have crocheted with cotton and didn't mind it, but knitting is different. I will think twice before knitting with cotton again. I don't know, maybe it's just the particular brand I'm using (Sinfonia.) Little threads are constantly separating away from the main strand.

And the pattern...I will check my finished measurements tomorrow and see if it's me or the pattern. I think the neck opening is too wide-set.

And finally, my attitude took a dive towards the end of this project and my finishing techniques were not up to par.

I will be glad to finish this one up and get back to my Koigu socks. Plus I've got the eBay yarn coming soon; I'll swatch some up right away and figure out what to do with it.

I'm starting to think about fall/winter projects, maybe sweaters for the kids?

Comments

Hi Karen, Your stock just went up...you have 3 not 2 faithful readers. I like hearing about your sock experience since I have never made one. It is my goal this fall. As for Shapely Tank, chalk it up as a learning experience. I have made 2 tops that will never grace my body and most people have even if they do not confess on the blog! Happy Knitting.

Posted by: Nora at August 14, 2003 10:40 AM