Cables, Needles, Yarn
This here is the back of the cardigan I'm knitting for Kaelen. It's a Sirdar pattern #2234. The pattern is pretty boxy so I am making a few changes to give it more shape and neaten things up. The yarn is Cascade 220.
And I just received an order from Knitpicks. A whole bunch of needles to round out my collection.
Look at the size of these ones! You might be wondering why in the world I'm buying such ginormous needles, but I actually have yarn that requires these. I have a scarf waiting to be knit with some yummy yarn and humongous needles. It's my reward for finishing the above cardigan.
Also, have any of you seen the sale at Tidal Brook Yarns on ebay? They have a clearance section of Fleece Artist and Handmaiden for 40% off. I exchanged some of my Christmas money for some of their treats. Silk and cashmere, mmmmm...
I love my knitpicks options...I have also got all the sizes, just in case you know!! Thanks for directing me to that site...do I really need some more yarn?
Posted by: Marianne | January 06, 2008 at 03:31 PM
And here I am, trying not to add to my yarn stash for another 11 months! Must...resist...temptation...
I love Knit Picks needles :)
Posted by: Heather | January 06, 2008 at 05:26 PM
What shade of Cascade is that? The subtle variegation is stunning!
Posted by: Batty | January 06, 2008 at 06:31 PM
The yarn is so pretty, and the cardi design is very chic :)
Posted by: erin | January 06, 2008 at 07:02 PM
Enjoy those new needles! They're so much fun!
Posted by: Christie | January 06, 2008 at 09:03 PM
I'm so jealous of you, those needles look awesome, they are SO pointy, gotta love it :) And I love what you're knitting, I have that same shade of Cascade, and still haven't found a good pattern for it, but I love what you've got there!
Posted by: Bea | January 07, 2008 at 01:55 PM
look at all the needles!!!!!!
Posted by: stacey | January 08, 2008 at 10:58 AM
I am waiting for some of my Christmas money to return from Knitpicks! Awesome needles!
BTW I think all the kids look great in their sweaters! You rock Mom!
Posted by: Silver Ilix | January 08, 2008 at 07:05 PM
Oh my goodness! Needle envy! You lucky thing you.
Posted by: Amanda | January 09, 2008 at 11:16 AM
That cardi will be beautiful on Kaelen! Look at all those needles! Seems like you're all set for another full year of lovely knits.
Happy New Year!
Posted by: aquaknits | January 09, 2008 at 01:25 PM
I wouldn't bring those big needles on a plane :) Wow! I just rounded out my needle collection a bit, and it's nice to know I have almost everything I need for any project.
The sweater looks wonderful! The green is really pretty, and the cables look great.
Posted by: Allison | January 10, 2008 at 08:58 AM
I can't wait to see the finished sweater. What a beautiful color of green. Kaelen is lucky to have such a talented momma. I just got the knitpick set for christmas, I am sure it won't be long until I am adding to it.
Posted by: Deborah | January 10, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Wow! That's an impressive crop of new needles!
Posted by: ali | January 10, 2008 at 03:00 PM