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February 8, 2007
Seasonal Affective Knitting
Yes, it's true. I have been churning those Lizard Ridge squares out with prodigious speed. It is rather odd for me to be so single-minded in my pursuit of finishing a knitting project. I usually have at least 3-4 different things on the needles and actively in progress at any one time.
I think this long period of cold weather is really making me want to finish that blanket, so I can snuggle up underneath it! My silk shrug is really beautiful, and it's really not too far from being done, but I know I won't be able to wear it until at least March. So what's the rush? I guess I could be working on my raglan sweater, it would keep me warm. But that requires math at this point in the pattern, and that's the last thing I want to do when I get home from work.
Actually, I think the real reason I love the LR squares so much is because at this point (19 squares done!) it is totally mindless, without being boring. It's the perfect knitting project. This is really nerdy, but i just LOVE that row after the short rows, where you go back and pick up the rest of the wraps and everything looks neat and tidy again.
Sooooo much more satisfying than folding laundry or vacuuming! =)
I've got a day trip to Bentonville Arkansas tomorrow for work. That's right, I'm taking on Wal-Mart in a court case! Wish me luck (I'm gonna need it!)
Posted by zarah at February 8, 2007 6:49 AM
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Well, that's a perspective I can get behind. In fact I think I'll put it on a shirt: Knitting: Soooo much more satisfying than folding laundry or vacuuming!
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at February 8, 2007 7:55 PM
I can't wait to see the finished blanket! And the way you solve the folding laundry issue - do what we do - leave it in the dryer!
Posted by: Tammy at February 8, 2007 9:14 PM
When the days are long, dark and grey, seeing those colors of kureyon unfold can really lift one's spirits. The reasons you named for liking the pattern are exactly why I liked working on the squares on the plane (way back in September - ay!). They keep you entertained but the pattern is still memorizable.
Kick Walmart's globally dominating ass!!
Posted by: Jenna at February 9, 2007 10:06 AM
I completely agree that knitting is better than laundry!! Good luck with court!
Posted by: Macoco at February 9, 2007 10:22 AM
Hi there, I hope all went well at court. And I can't wait to see your completed silk shrug!
Posted by: Connie at February 9, 2007 5:56 PM
i know what you mean about procrastinating on a sweater. my flicca is in a heap because of *math*. but my squares and socks ... weeee!
Posted by: gray la gran at February 10, 2007 7:46 AM
I'm totally with you on the single-mindedness method right now! Of course, I don't know how long it will last, but for now I'm committed to sticking with this sweater until it's finished. And then I completely intend to go back and finish the other projects on the needles.
Wal-Mart??? Ick! What are you taking Wal-Mart on for??? Or is a confidential until you kick there butts?
Posted by: Jeanie Gist at February 10, 2007 7:30 PM
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