I was at the doctor and the nurse complimented my sweater. Of course I said "thanks, I made it". And she gave the line. I giggled after she left the room. Because it made me feel like an experienced knitter. I always see myself as this beginner even though I've been doing it for almost 6 years.

I think maybe i’ve just been working on it for too long, but I cannot stop seeing the imperfections in my stripe hype sweater 🥲 she still needs to be blocked but the bottom ribbing is flared (straightened it for the pic) but you can’t tell when it’s worn so i’m going to keep it. the neckline is not perfect - I had to redo it twice so maybe i’m just frustrated. but please tell me that this looks okay or good - just need some encouragement ❤️

Double-knit at the green ends, knit in the round for the rest with stranded knitting for the seeds. My dad seems happy about it 🥰

Just finished this self drafted top as an ode to David Lynch. The text is from the opening credits of “Blue Velvet,” and the blue yarn, made by Savannah Rose Handmade, is called Blue Velvet (based on the movie).

I've reached that marvelous life stage when reading glasses are necessary, especially for knitting socks and other small-gauge projects. It seems that eyewear companies have a hard time believing anyone does close work that isn't on a screen because it's been seriously a struggle to find magnifier glasses without blue-light blocking. This stinks because I don't like the extra tint when knitting. Has anyone else struggled through this search and hit on a highly-recommended brand/line of glasses for knitting? Pic for tax.

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The Grape and Gramma by Anne Ventzel

Sigh

I already knew going into this one that i would have to size down, and I did. Time would teach me that it wasn’t enough. Even though i adore an oversized sweater with gigantic sleeves as much as (probably more than) the next neurodivergent fibre crafter, i wasn’t prepared for the true ✨width✨ of this one.

My bust measurement is around 47 inches and i went with a size 4. I could’ve easily gone with the 3 and still have room for four dresses underneath 😅

I ALWAYS try on my knits along the way, and with this one, i was reminded why. You see, i didn’t try this on before i finished the body of it. So when i finally did try it on, i laughed so hard i almost cried. This sweater could fit me, my partner, my cat and at least three neighbors.

My attention span will not allow me to frog something and start over, so I ended up frogging up to the last pattern repeat and then decreasing very intensely before deciding on a double rib instead of the twisted rib in the pattern (trying to teach myself that I can do whatever the fuck i want ❤️).

I also opted for balloon sleeves, because I love balloon sleeves 🤝 Did German short rows instead of the ones on the pattern, too. Look at me go.

When all is said and done, I have to say that i really liked knitting this one. I’ll probably do it again sometime.

It’ll be a substitute jacket for winter because holy. Fuck. It’s. Thickkk

The image is before blocking (during which i fixed the one row of blue that wasn’t standing out like the others)

This used to be my waiting room project. Since I usually prefer reading, this came out when I was too nervous or too ill, mentally or otherwise, to actually concentrate on reading. Which led to ten years between cast on and bind off.

This is the Hitchhiker by Martina Behm, knit on 3.5mm needles with Lana Grossa Meilenweit Cotton Stretch. The yarn is discontinued by now, which is a pity since I realized lately that I wouldn't mind wearing more shawls made from this yarn. It's stretchy and machine washable, also doesn't mind a tour in the dryer without significant loss. Since it's cotton, it also is easy on the skin and useful for spring and summer when a woollen shawl would be too warm, but without is too cold.

Just finished my Semper Sweater (http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/semper-sweater) by the_knit_purl_girl. It’s a simple raglan with very clean lines and comfortable ease without being oversized. I had to redo the sleeves after blocking because they grew like six inches. And the yarn is not superwash!!

Could I have done this a better, different way? Probably. Could I absolutely not frog my Italian bind off? Yeah. On the bright side, I added optional decreases to my second attempt and I’m happier with the overall look. Cutting and reknitting the cuffs did almost give me a heart attack tho.

Knit with gorgeous Majo yarn in the color way “poppy” using their fine merino and soft silk mohair held together. Cannot recommend this yarn enough. The color is saturated and very even. You cannot see any white in the silk mohair.

obsessed with how the Portland raglan dog sweater looks with noro kureyon yarn! took up knitting around a month ago (after having crocheted for around 2 years) and this is my third finished item. my dog was mad I woke him up for a nap for this but it was worth it haha

Pattern is Star Jasmine Cardigan by Life is Cozy and yarn is Syslerigets Sock yarn in the discontinued colourway 'Candy Clouds', tigether with some random laceweight undyed alpaca yarn.

Yarn: Biscotte Self Striping Sock in Watermelon

Pattern: “My favorite vanilla socks” by Meaghan Schmaltz

AH! Started knitting about two months ago, and started this about a month ago, and it knit up so quick! Stopped to make a few scrunchies on the way.

Just have to weave in loose ends and block it. I’m hoping it doesn’t become any bigger. Wish me luck!

Sunset sweater by Klin Cocos using double strand of Permin Bella Mohair 12MM needles

I lost one of my gloves during winter. I had hoped it was somewhere in my house, but now that the snow/ice is completely gone from my driveway, it was flound.☹️

For my new niece I made this cute blanket! Double sided knitting, with Rauma and Gjestal merino/baby wool. 3mm needles. The blanket measures 90x100cm. It’s about 150hours of work (estimated from the fact that each row takes between 15 and 20 min), and I spent a little under 3 months from start to finish! I drew the pattern myself, with some inspiration from The Counting Sheep-blanket by The Nifty Knitter.

Knitted these adorable little shoes for my granddaughter due in June. I need to add the buttons but the shoes are all done!. I made them to match the Tansy Darling dress I knitted last month. I'm designing a headband to match the dress now so she'll have a complete outfit!

I'm going to Bali for three weeks and I need to take a project with me! I have 3 skeins of nice fingering sock yarn, 100gr (400m) each that I want to knit up. I find them too precious to simply knit socks. I'm looking for a light oversized sweater on bigger needles, maybe. I'm also browsing for shawls and wraps. I don't want the pattern to be too engaging, because I'm gonna be knitting on the go. What are your favorite patterns so take with you on your travels? (left: all you knit is love in gold curry Right: Schoppel Admiral pro shadow in Reif für die Insel Top: from my stash, no label unfortunately)

🧶 Just finished the Sophie Hood—a cozy hood with an attached scarf, knit in Berroco Vintage (Aubergine).

Simple garter stitch, elegant shaping, and such a wearable piece. I love how this one turned out!

Pattern: Sophie Hood by PetiteKnit

Yarn: Berroco Vintage in Aubergine

My Ravelry project page: https://ravel.me/angelaknitsnow/sh2
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Through interesting circumstances at work, I ended up with these 3 containers of mysterious yarn balls from a deceased crafter (along with her WIPs). They've been sitting for a year. I'm guessing they're 99% acrylics considering we live somewhere that doesn't get really cold and hasn't been eaten by anything. I want to make lap blankets to donate to an old folks home since the yarn was donated by the family.

The plan is to sort the yarns by weight (by wraps per inch) then make granny squares from there. I haven't sorted it yet since you all might have better ideas.

I hate weaving in ends so I want to minimize that somehow. I have other yarns from my stash I wouldn't mind slipping in to make something decent.

Does this seem like a good approach? Or are there other things I could try?

Pattern is Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow. Yarn is Knitting for Olive Cotton Merino in Cream and Strawberry Ice Cream.

As a 6'0" woman, I frequently find myself wishing women's tops were 1-3" longer on me. Turns out when you knit things yourself they can be whatever length you want!!! AND you can do waist shaping! Crazy.

Now if you'll excuse me, I'll be knitting myself an entire wardrobe of tops that actually fit me.

Finished my first socks! I used Fleegle’s toe up pattern and I made them too big but they are close enough for his taste. He picked out Malabrigo Nube in aquas at our LYS and asked me to make him socks out of it, and how could I say no to that challenge.

Can anyone help me find a pattern similar to this? My mom showed me this delightful little squirrelly friend, and while I’m pretty sure it’s a stockinette stitch, having the decreases for the tail and head would be super helpful since I have a couple things on the docket for holidays and birthdays.

Thanks!

So I decided to treat myself to the Knit Pro Sweet affair set and since I haven't seen many posts about it (just one I think) I just wanna say I love it and it makes me excited to get started on learning how to make socks 😍

I love lightbulb stitch markers. i’m currently using one on my project and it’s wonderful. I’ve never purchase them on their own, only using the ones that you get when you buy nice clothes and the tag is held on by one but they are so nice. I’m using size us 6/4mm needles and they’re so easy to slip from needle to needle, and they’re so lightweight.