Must Have Too KnitAlong

finally with the fronts!

It took long enough, didn't it?

Now on to the back,....

Back Burnering

I haven't forgotten you, Knitalong.  I've just put the Must Have on the back burner for a while.  I expect I'll pick it back up mid- to late summer and finish it then.   I'm still excited about this sweater and the yarn I've chosen and I very much look forward to wearing it this fall -- maybe even to Rhinebeck if I'm lucky!  Meanwhile, I want to do a few spring and summer things.  Happy spring, everybody!

Done at last

I can't believe it.   I finished.  I really thought that I wouldn't when I started this project but I held firm on not starting any other big projects while this one was on the needles and it paid off.

Here's a sneak peek but I'll be posting it to my blog tomorrow so you can see the back there.  Thanks for all the support here!  I really appreciate it.  This was the one knitting hill I'd always been avoiding and who'd have thunk it that the answer for me was just as simple as a check-off sheet.  Yeesh.  The cables that I haven't knit over the years! What a waste.

Peace,
Jean

http://scottishlamb.typepad.com/

Finished!

I know now why this sweater is called the Must Have! All-over cables usually aren't my thing, but I love knitting them, and I seriously love the way this sweater fits and looks. And such an addictive pattern. This was one good knit.

A Late Start, But On My Way

I got off to a late start with my Must Have, and after finally getting started, I spent some time fixing careless (or preoccupied) mistakes - and realizing I was wrapping my yarn for the wraps incorrectly - as I worked my way up the left front. But, the left front is finished now, and I think it's turning out great. I'm using a variegated WoolPak from my stash.

I love the three cable panels (A, B, and the wraps), and I was surprised to find that panel B makes sense to me - meaning I can tell what I need to do when I get to that section even without checking my notes. I still keep a copious list of what row I'm on, and what row of each panel that means I need to work. But I was happy to find that the cables clicked for me.

Quietly Finished

I haven't said anything before because I was embarrassed at how long it has taken me to finish the Must Have.  I put it down for a spell.  Well, you know how it is.  Anyway, I finished this week and posted details on my blog.  I have enjoyed watching everyone else's progress and color choices.  I am planning the next one.

Lamb' Pride Anyone?

I just joined, this is my first knit-along.  I have no pattern yet, and the yarn is on order...  I plan to use use Dynamite Lamb's Pride. 
I am inspired by so many beautiful pieces in all stages of progress.

Slow and Steady

So I've always been told that slow and steady wins the race. I won't win but I'll finish. I'm making slow progress on my sleeves. Hope I'm not the only one lagging behind. :D

Pics are on my blog if you want to take a look. Everyone's finished pictures lately are just beautiful. Congratulations!

tips on seaming moss stitch?

Well... all my pieces are complete and blocked.  Shoulder seams done and I'm 1/2 way done with the button band.

Never seamed moss stitch before though, and not quite sure how to approach it.  Anyone have tips or able to point me to a reference guide?

Buttons?

Do they suit the sweater? You can see a close up pic on my blog. What do you think?