September 01, 2003

Too Much

There never seems to be enough time in the day to do everything that I want to do. So, I burned the midnight oil to finish this last night.

herringbone_quarter.jpg


In addition to the changes from using Rowan denim to Rowan wool cotton, I've also, modified the collar to add the rolling edge. It adds a nice touch to the crispness of the herringbone stitches. I'll update this entry tomorrow, when I download the photos. The herringbone stitches really shows up better on the scanner than photos.

The Interview
Thanks to Thos, Kristine, and Jen for being brave enough to be interviewed by me. I can't wait to see your answers. Anyone else brave enough to put themselves at my mercy? You can always blame Rene for winding me up! ;-)

Posted by atu at September 1, 2003 08:27 PM
Comments

Hi there,

New reader and love your blog! I am a Rowan fan and also Mission Falls Wool. I love the way the collar came out and would like to know how you worked it for a Gansey I am doing. Would you mind sharing any tips? Thanks so much.

Val in NH

Posted by: Valerie at September 2, 2003 11:32 PM

I really like that wool/cotton - and have had good reports on its washing and endurance....That's a good colour for a boy, too.

Posted by: Jill at September 2, 2003 07:20 PM

Wow, Polly, that looks gorgeous! The scan really does show the stitches... nonetheless, I'm looking forward to pictures. Wonderful! And hey, I don't mind taking the blame. ;)

Posted by: Rene at September 2, 2003 01:08 PM

That's really lovely, Polly. The herringbone looks so crisp and the rolling collar is a lovely way to finish off the neck.
Hope you're pleased with it!

Posted by: Jo at September 2, 2003 12:27 PM

Totally fab !
Such even knitting as well.
It's so nice to see more of your knitting.Scans do show stitches well,don't they ?
Anyway,Herringbone is lovely.

Posted by: Emma. at September 2, 2003 01:02 AM

that little glimpse is lovely - can't wait to see the whole thing! :)

Posted by: carolyn at September 1, 2003 11:47 PM

The sweater is gorgeous! Do I recognise a Rowan pattern? Beautiful work.

Posted by: Louise at September 1, 2003 10:28 PM

Polly! Lovely, lovely. I know this is like asking Michelangelo how he did that ceiling, but how did you convert a Rowan Denim pattern to Wool Cotton? The gauge is all different, and the shrinkage difference . . . How'dja do it?

I am doing Jack (Rowan 30) for David in Wool Cotton with the pattern from Eddie (28) and flat out love the yarn.

Posted by: Ann at September 1, 2003 09:38 PM