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Sweater Fatigue

I think Sweater Fatigue is related to Second Sock Syndrome - as you approach the end of a big knitting project, it starts to feel more like drudgery.

I really like this sweater, I guess I'm just starting to get sick of working on it. I think I'll have this second sleeve finished by the end of the week, and will hopefully get some renewed energy by the time I get to the neckline.

I gave my husband the plans and specs for a Wooly Board, which I found at http://www.knittingbeyondthehebrides.org/files/WoolyBoardInstructions.htm. I told him this would be a cheap Christmas gift for me, if he and the boys were interested in making something. Although this sweater will require hardly any finishing, I think it will benefit from some good blocking treatment once it's done.

Comments

Keep working on the sweater. It is terrific and I'll bet you get a lot of wear out of it. And please show some photos if you get your husband to make you a Woolly Board so I can convince mine to do the same!

Posted by: Nanette at December 9, 2003 07:18 PM

I feel the same way about the 2nd sleeve of Evan's sweater. But your sweater looks just gorgeous so keep on going!!! It will well be worth it.

Posted by: Uli at December 10, 2003 12:10 PM

Know just how ya feel. I get that SF with my big projects too...usually by the time I get to the last piece I get a burst of energy to blast it out so that I can get that "knitters high" that you get when you finally finish the last seam and it all looks great. You'll be there soon, just keep plugging along...the sweater really looks great. Don't give up now!

Posted by: Lisa at December 10, 2003 04:50 PM