And last, but not least--one of my very favorite designs--I'll make this one over and over again. I call it "Waves". I've made this in so many different color combinations, and each one is just as beautiful as the next.
I'm thinking of making this sweater for my Texan daughter for Christmas. It would perfect for the winter when she can just go out with a lightweight jacket or a sweater. Then, I looked at the yarn this pattern was calling for. Believe me, the yarn is just gorgeous--100% wool--but when I figured the total cost of the yarn, it's close to $200!!!
If I can find some similar yarn that is less expensive, then I'll go ahead and make this. I love my Texan transplant so much, but I know she would be distressed if I spent that amount of money on yarn for a sweater for her. And I would be distressed if it didn't turn out--Oh, would I be distressed!!
Anyway--here's a pic of the sweater. I love it, and she would look adorable in this, but I just can't justify that amount of money for yarn for a sweater!
Now, I'm off to knit some squares for The Ghana Project, and I have all kinds of things lined up to work on this weekend. I'm determined to get these UFO's that are hanging around here completed.
Oh, and for all the fans of my kitty, Miles--I got up this morning--red alpaca yarn all over my bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and dining room!! What am I going to do with this kitty?? He actually took a lid off the box I have this yarn stored in, took out the ball, and then had himself a ball!!
K--That all for a while!
Beth
And a special thanks to my friend, Aunt Kathy, who explained in detail to me how to link another person's blog to mine!! I think it worked!! Thanks again, Kathy!!
2 comments:
I see you got the linky thing to work, woo hoo
The squares came out great.
Wow now that is a sweater, I have no clue about the yarn... maybe Shelly will have an idea.
Wow, your cloths look great! I love the pink one especially!
Hope you find some great, affordable yarn for the sweater.
I have a sister in Pharr, TX. It's at the southern tip..going down there in November for my niece's wedding. Can't wait.
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