August 24, 2004
Paris Loop & Alex
Pattern: MagKnits Paris Loop by Stefanie Japel
Suggested Yarn: Gedifra Cicco
Yarn Used: Gedifra Cicco color 5844
Pattern Needles:17,13,9
Needle Size Used: US 15, 11, 8 circular needles
Pattern Guage: 12 sts and 20 rows over 4 cm , 14 sts and 24 rows over 4 cm, 16 sts and 28 rows over 4 cm
Actual Guage: didn't check it, just went for it
Ok, I have worn this more times than some of the sweaters I have knit. It just goes everywhere with me. You know those air-conditioned spots that are too cool for daily wear for too warm for a sweater. Well they are JUST right for Paris Loop. What I like most is the fact that you don't have to remove it when you want use the computer, write or just do daily tasks. It falls at just the right spot that keeps you from taking it off which is what I have to do with my ponchos all the time. So there you have it: Fabulous designer, great pattern, can't go wrong.
And yes I had to go there. Inspired by Alison.
And then there's Alex
Pattern: Rowan Magazine 31
Suggested Yarn: Rowan Wool Cotton
Yarn Used: Rowan Wool Cotton 902
Needle Size: US 5 & 3
Gauge: 22 sts/4" in St st
The only modification I made was to the neck. I shortened a bit from the pattern pic. It was a little high for me and I ran out the yarn for the ball I was using and didn't feel like joining a new one, lol. It is a straightforward and very easy pattern. But I did find the raglan decreases to be a little more decorative than the usual. In the past I have worked with knit stitches at the join and not purl stitches. I didn't adjust the length and it hits me right at the waist (guess I have a short torso, but I actually prefer it at that length). Whenever I tend to lengthen pieces, they turn out too long, so this one turned out just right for my liking.
Posted by froggy at August 24, 2004 06:56 AM
Wow, 2 finished objects in one post. Gotta love it!!
Wonderful!!! I want the Paris Loop. That is the coolest pattern I've seen in awhile. Now I just have to buy the yarn (like I need more..not!)
Alex looks great.. but I want to see you modeling her! :-)
Look at YOU! Alex looks beautiful, and I love paris loop. Might have to make one - THANKS.
Great, great job. As usual..
Wow, that Paris loop is great! When I first saw it, I wasn't sure where I would wear something like that, but when you mentioned the air conditioning, it makes perfect sense! And great colour.
Lovely, lovely, lovely! Both projects are great - are you going to put up a picture of you wearing Alex? I want to try some of that wool cotton but my LYS only had a very dull colour selection when I went in yesterday - it felt nice and soft though.
Anita
PS. Have you felt how soft the new Debbie Bliss alpaca silk is? Heavenly!
Paris Loop looks great! Two FOs! ::bows down to Froggy::
Those are great FO's - all three of them. Now, I'd like to know where you'll wear the skirt. It's so cute. :)
I love both FO's - totally great, as usual! Someday I will knit Alex, too. It's such a great basic piece and yet elegant.
Love, Love, Love the Paris Loop! Make sure you send a picture to Stephanie @ glampyre. She has a reader gallery. I love mine, but haven't worn it yet. Still a little hot here.
Both look great! Love the color of your Paris Loop.
Great job on both projects! The Paris Loop is one of the prettier poncho patterns I've seen out there.
Love the Loop! I'm about halfway through mine, and am so enamoured or the Cicco purl-loopiness (which I really couldn't tell from the pattern pic) that I'm thinking about purling the whole damn thing. I downsized the needles, too, and all seems OK so far.
Alex is lookin' good too!
Love the Paris Loop!! (It actually doesn't look half bad as a skirt - just a little open, lol...) Alex is looking great - I'd love to see the drape of her on you sometime. Of course, I'd also like to fondle the sweater - without you in it since I love the feel of that yarn, lol! **Joining Erika in the bowing to Froggy of the completed FO's!**
Awesome projects! The paris loop came out great. I love that red. And that Alex sweater is terrific. I would have made it ages ago, but it seemed awfully cropped. Good for you for just going for it! It came out beautifully. Congrats on both of them. :)
Hi ! Both Paris Loop and Alex look great. Good work.
I love the Loop and I love love LOVE the Rowan. I'm coming over right NOW to borrow (steal) it. Okay?
That's strange, I was sure that I posted a comment yesterday but it's gone now! Anyways, just wanted to say well done on the Paris Loop and Alex! I love the color of your Paris Loop.
Great FOs, Froggy! (Must . . . knit . . . Alex)
So . . . what else ya got in the Bottomless knitting Bag? ;-)
Hey, so you & Mindy are using a smaller needle set? And it's working? Of course it is, because your Loop is fab! I've got the yarn, but must finish a coupla WIPS first . . . (And then there's Klaralund waiting in the wings)
Love everything! I am a little jealous though...the first thing I noticed were perfect, even stitches on your wool/cotton sweater. I never get even stitches with wool/cotton.
This is like a super treat of finished knitting goodness! Both projects are, in a word, wonderful. I love the color you chose for Paris Loop. Ups the excellent funky factor!
Well Loopty Loop. My word that is one beautiful and super funky loop. You'll be the stylin' queen. People will fall at your feet begging you to buy it. (I'm not totally sure about that, but I really think that will happen)
As for Alex, yet another hottie... I love the neck how it is, and my, those raglan sleeves are literally perfect!
Do you knit in your sleep?
;-)
Your Paris Loop is actually the first poncho type thing I've looked more than twice at. Very cute.
where's the picture you said you were going to post...you modeling Alex. Allright..patience, patience! ;-)
Ha! I immediately did the skirt thing too! Very funny!
Your Paris Loop is SO awesome, Froggy! Love, love, love it, especially in red.
I really like the Paris Loop. Great for fall. Do you think Colinette Point 5 is a good substitute? Love your site.
