Froggy Knits

December 17, 2005

little break from weasley for a little bliss


~are you a vest or a sweater?~

I took a little break from Weasley tweediness to work on a bolero that the weather is calling for me to wear. I'm knitting with Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Chunky the bolero jacket from Simply Soft and I can tell that there is going to be a small window of winter wear for this one as it is bul...ky (like the yarn name should have clued me in). And seeing that it is bitterly cold (for me on and off lately with this squirrelly weather we are having here), I think I better get to knittin'. I tried to fit the sleeves in, but it was quite an awkward fit as it seems that I have relaxed quite a bit on a gauge and creating a quite puckery fit. So I'm blocking the heck outta that armhole. And coupled with yarn that kept conking out on me (i untwisted the 2 big ply's) and as you can see, I don't recommend doing that. My apologies for that horrible color rep, but that madness didn't deserve a photo retake. Mighty irritating to say the least. But I'm really diggin' the collar and can't wait wait for this sweater to hit the streets.


~keepin' those fingers crossed for those armholes next go 'round~

Posted by froggy at December 17, 2005 11:25 PM
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I promise you, it's not you. The sleeves were a pain in the neck to get in. One of my sleeves went in first time no bother at all, but the second....the air was blue. I ended up doing it twice and even then I wasn't happy and undid a little patch to try again. Now it's all finished and so lovely and snuggly to wear, I'm finding it hard to take off! Cashmerino chunky is such a gorgeous yarn.

Posted by: Tracy at December 18, 2005 08:44 AM

It's adorable! I really love the color. You'll get the armholes sorted in no time.

p.s. I think I am wearing that very same striped shirt right now. Did you get it at Banana?

Posted by: Amy at December 18, 2005 10:54 AM

it's cute even without the sleeves. i'm confident you'll get it to work.

i was just flipping through that book this morning to look at the Shaped Jacket. it's on my list.

Posted by: lynette at December 18, 2005 11:06 AM

That collar is divine. And I adore the color you chose, too.

Posted by: Karma at December 18, 2005 12:44 PM

That looks surprisingly cute as it is.

Posted by: claudia at December 18, 2005 02:47 PM

I love it! I don't think I'm ready to knit anything that shaped, but this makes me want to be ready so badly!

Posted by: Dharma at December 18, 2005 03:10 PM

Bolero Jacket, must be mine!!
Great color and looks great as a vest. Very fashionable.

Posted by: isel at December 18, 2005 11:16 PM

Lovely green and beautiful work! Good luck with the sleeves - blocking does wonders and I'm sure you'll make it work!

Posted by: karen at December 19, 2005 11:47 AM

That is a lovely collar. It looks good even as a vest. Good luck with setting in the sleeves.

Posted by: erin at December 19, 2005 02:12 PM

Ooooh. I love it. I never tire of the green. I can't wait to hear about what you're up to, and I hope you're still up for our adventure in late winter. I'm so psyched. xox,

Posted by: Julia at December 19, 2005 03:38 PM

That is so stylish and cute! And you know what? It totally works without sleeves!

Posted by: Becky at December 20, 2005 08:30 AM

looks gorgeous and you know how I love green. After seeing Kristine in it... I know I want one for me too :)

Posted by: stinkerbell at December 20, 2005 10:20 AM

I love the bolero jacket and the color you've chosen. Its looking really nice.

Posted by: Maggie at December 20, 2005 02:12 PM

Lovely, Froggie! Thinking good blocking vibes in your direction. Love that color.

Posted by: Meg at December 20, 2005 09:13 PM

So many things can be solved by blocking. You're doing a great job.

Posted by: Pioggia at December 20, 2005 10:24 PM

It's looking good froggy! I really love that color.

Posted by: eyeleen at December 20, 2005 10:55 PM

nice and original!

Posted by: circé at December 21, 2005 07:55 AM

Good luck with the sleeves, I think it looks fab so far :-)

Posted by: lyn at December 21, 2005 12:59 PM

I hope you manage to get the sleeve insertion to work out, but I must say I think it looks lovely as it is!

Posted by: Kathleen at December 23, 2005 10:27 AM

Oh, I really like it! It very nice on you too! Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas!!

Posted by: Michelle at December 25, 2005 03:56 PM

Your bolero is looking good eventhough it is not completely done. I just cast on mine and I have 6" for the back now. Can't wait to see when you are finish your bolero. Happy knitting!

Posted by: vanessa at December 28, 2005 01:22 PM

It's simply adorable. What a pretty color. I love it!

Posted by: Sally at December 28, 2005 11:47 PM

love it...even like that! ;)

it is a lovely color!

hope you and Mini have a wonderful holiday!

Posted by: heather at December 30, 2005 11:38 AM

Love that bolero - great color.

Posted by: Vicki at January 5, 2006 12:51 PM

Your bolero jacket looks great! I'm working on one in purple, and have one arm and the ribbing to go. Thanks for the heads up about the arm holes.

Posted by: Chrissy at January 8, 2006 12:52 PM