03.06.06
Odds and Ends
Here she is, all finished and folded and waiting to be blocked: Lily Chin’s Reversible Rib Shaw. This photo does not in any way represent the ethereal loveliness of this shawl, but that’s intentional — I don’t want to lessen the earth-shattering impact of next weekend’s finished object post (if you simply can’t wait, here’s one that does it a bit more justice). I’m just putting it up here to let y’all know that it’s finished and you will not have to listen to me whine about this project anymore (including you, Mom — I know there’s probably nothing more rewarding for a mother than to listen to her daughter publicly gripe and moan about the agony her mother’s birthday present is inflicting upon her).
Because the non-photo of the shawl does not seem to be enough to justify a blog post, I’ll add this photo that I received from a coworker last week: his twins modeling the sweetheart pullovers I made for him/them last fall. I never get over how gratifying it is to see my knitted gifts — particularly baby duds– in use. Not that it’s not worth it anyway, but a photo like this makes it even moreso. My receipt of the picture was well timed, as I was feeling a bit disgruntled about the baby sweater promised to another co-worker for which I am about to cast on. This photo provides a little shot of motivation.
With the Knitting Olympics and the Reversible Rib Shawl more or less behind me and only a handful of small projects in front of me, I’m in the market for my Next Big Project. The frontrunners are a sweater for Matt and Starsky from Knitty. Viewers everywhere want to know: What will Rachel choose? Stay tuned for the next all-new episode of Lickety Knit.
Amy said,
March 6, 2006 at 11:59 am
Would you look at those littel butterballs!
I bow down to you for finishing the RRS. You have the patience of a saint. One day, I too will finish her.
Amy
Mary Ann said,
March 6, 2006 at 12:02 pm
Great job on the shawl. I can hardly wait to see the FO post. And the twin sweaters are geat too. I am especially fond of twin stuff, being the mother and grandmother of twins myself.
Mintyfresh said,
March 6, 2006 at 12:09 pm
Congratulations on finishing the shawl! It’s absolutely gorgeous. Can’t wait to see it all blocked and completely done.
So nice to see knitted objects on the people we make them for. I’m totally with you.
Chris said,
March 6, 2006 at 12:44 pm
Wow, those are some seriously cute sweaters! (and the babies ain’t too bad, either)
Leah said,
March 6, 2006 at 1:16 pm
Very cute sweaters on very cute babes! That ought to motivate for sure. I don’t even have any babies to knit for, and it motivates me!
The scarf looks lovely! Can’t wait to see it full frontal!
Mmm said,
March 6, 2006 at 3:01 pm
The scarf is beautiful, and I really love the baby sweaters. They’re adorable without being as “cutesy” as a lot of children’s wear. The flowers turned out great.
Regarding your next project–you were thinking of the S ‘n B Manly sweater for Matt, right? I made that one myself and while I’m happy with how it turned out, it was not very interesting to make. In particular, I would think after making Tubey that you might quickly get bored by the MS’s endless k5p1 ribbing. I think Starsky would provide a lot more thrills and challenges (and would love to make it someday). But then again, I’m soon to cast on for Tubey myself–so hooray for mindless ribbing!
Laura said,
March 6, 2006 at 4:53 pm
Oh…I think I like your shawl better than my shawl… Wanna trade?
Congrats on finishing it. I know it wasn’t fun, but wasn’t it completely worth it?
Wonderland Knitter said,
March 6, 2006 at 7:19 pm
Those twins are just too cute and the sweaters are perfect on them!
Also looking forward to seeing the shawl laid out – very pretty! The color is so vibrant!
Areli said,
March 6, 2006 at 8:20 pm
Those babies are so cute in their little sweaters! I can see how they would be motivating to make another one.
Wow! Your mom’s scarf looks like it’s going to be gorgeous! The color is so rich. Looking forward to seeing its debut.
Theresa said,
March 6, 2006 at 9:59 pm
Love the naked sticks. Vision. That’s what I like in my photographers ;)
Starsky is definitely more interesting, but every good waterboy needs a sweater, right? I might vote for Matt on this one.
Suzanne said,
March 7, 2006 at 8:51 am
Yay! Another completed Reversible Rib Shawl. Mine still isnt blocked. Cant wait to see your photo next week.
And I love the sweaters that you made for the two darlings!
Carry said,
March 7, 2006 at 11:23 am
Cute, cute, cute babies!!! Love the baby modeling pics, they’re always my favorite!
And the shawl looks really great. Will we get to mom in the superwoman pose?? ;)
I owe you an email!!! (I got yours this morning)
Alex said,
March 7, 2006 at 12:08 pm
Fantastic shawl!!! I’m terribly impressed by your mad project-completing skillz. And the baby pic is adorable! I have twin cousins but I’ve been terrible about knitting for them because I have a hard time with the idea of making *two* of anything, other than socks or mittens.
Isabelle said,
March 7, 2006 at 11:27 pm
CONGRATULATIONS on finishing the shawl! It looks gorgeous already… I cannot wait to see more of it though! ;D
Those little tweenies are just adorable in their matching sweaters! Great job there too!
You are a very talented knitter!
Isabelle :)
NessieNoodle said,
March 9, 2006 at 11:48 am
how freegin’ cute are those kiddos? great sweaters i love the flower pattern int here! What hysterical faces they have on…
great job!
Katie said,
March 9, 2006 at 10:42 pm
*GASP!* What a beautiful, beautiful shawl. Can’t wait to see it in all its loveliness.
And how cute are the sweaters? AND the twins! =)
Shelagh said,
March 10, 2006 at 5:31 pm
Holy cats, that shawl is something else! I can’t wait to see the finished post!!! The color is stunning.
And those sweeties in their sweaters – nice work!
Starsky is my vote. It’s perfect for you.
Sharon J said,
March 12, 2006 at 11:23 am
I do admire people who can model their knitwear in the way you’ve done. I’m not brave enough to try even. In fact, my other half has one hell of a job getting any kind of photo of me because I’m so camera shy. Love your work :)
~Sharon