shawl collar first look
Ah! Behold my Second Flush of ROMANCE!
Not too long after the initial knitting frenzy of the Curve, the honeymoon was suddenly over.
Yes, I was still in love. But looking at the shape of the collar, mine eyes were darkened and my head began to swim. I made myself do three more pattern repeats to clear it. Nothing. So I put all of us to bed.
For a few days.
Then, refreshed! I read the directions again and pinned it to the neckline.
IT WORKS!
Yes, it’s unblocked. Yes, it requires some skill in the attachment – have you ever *eased* a piece of flexible fabric into another piece of unyielding fabric? I can do that – god bless there were years of sewing in the day. Sleeves, skirt, gathered and pleated, pockets, and bands. Lapels.
AH. Yes. Those dark days of the dull apprenticeship pay off – Ollie, the Italian tailor who taught me everything she knew about the Mystery of the Lapel would be proud.
Now the shape returns to brilliant and I can’t wait to see it done.
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some fun Blog Fever in the shape of Word Clouds
via KARMA – thanks…
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After a couple of folks wrote to me, I made a little button for the Sock Nation! Take one from yesterday’s entry or the right side bar if you like… :)
Monday Morning Mirth