I think I can I think I can...
After a marathon knitting session yesterday, and a marathon seaming session this morning, all that's left is the hood.
I'm feeling a big relief now that:
- the sleeves are knit
- the sleeve caps fit
- the saddles are knit and look good
- i've tried it on without the use of pins and it still fits!
- i have almost 3 hanks left so i can't possibly run out of yarn
- the only finishing work that remains is to graft the hood -- and I like grafting!
Someone must be on my side because I finished knitting the sleeves at 11:30 last night. By the time they soaked and got rung out and on the blocking board it was midnight. I left the ceiling fan on high overnight, and by 6 am they were bone dry. No kidding, they were completely dry.
I'm looking forward to knitting the hood -- two "small" cables and a huge span of stockinette. My hands will certainly thank me (I think cabling without a cable needle is harder on my hands).
I have lots more to share about how I calculated the sleeves, but I've already taken a 2.5 hour break. I'm still hopeful I'll finish the hood tonight, and since I still have some shopping to do as well as getting a hair cut, buying a pair of prescription sunglasses, laundry and dyeing my hair myself, I best finish tonight or I'll have to start crossing things off my list. We leave for Rhinebeck Thursday after work, so there's not much time left.
The payoff though -- a full day on Friday at the cottage with the girls.
Absolutely gorgeous.
Gorgeous, Jody! wow!
have fun at Rhinebeck! :)
This sweater is amazing! I hope it is chilly at Rhinebeck!
very impressive--gorgeous cables and colour (and speed!)
Wow. I'm so awed that I can't come up with anything more creative than wow.
Beautiful! And cool photo, too!
That looks just FABULOUS. Love it!
I'm so riveted! For providing so much detail on your mods, and congrats on almost finishing - you'll make it!
It's beautiful Jody! Well done! Can't wait to see a modeling shot!
It's so beautiful! I can't wait to see it in person!
That is *such* an awesome picture, it's beautiful! The color...the color... yum. =)
Holy St. Brigid! Where the hell have I been? Don't answer that! To me, it looks like you've just started and there is the most amazing sweater. I cannot wait to see it done.
Have an amazing time at Rhinebeck.
Beautiful cables! I'll lust for it from afar. Have fun at Rhinebeck.
Oh, hooray! I'm glad you were able to get so much done this weekend!
I like that picture of it, too. It looks so dramatic against the black and white background.
So beautiful. Can't wait to see more. I'm so glad you were able to accomplish so much this weekend; I knew you'd be able to finish in time if you really wanted to.
It is just looking so wonderful. You are doing an amazing job.
WOW - that's simply beautiful! I can't wait to see the finished product. I love the colour, the cabling, the shape, the EVERYTHING. Good luck - and go go go!
It look fantastic, and I'm amazed with your speed--and focus! Good luck with the hood!
I am so impressed. And it looks wonderful!!
Go go hoodie! You can do it. It is so gorgeous and you have most of the mountain behind you. Can't wait to see the final product. :)
So beautiful!
that is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!! So close!
It's gorgeous! Love the color. I'm so sad I won't see it person.
AWESOME, JODY!! YOU CAN DO IT! Oh, you MUST! I can't wait to see it.
Oh, wow, you're totally going to make it! It's looking SO beautiful.
Holy Guano Batman!
It is gorgeous. :)
Gosh it looks so great just as is. i can't wait to see it modeled. The hood will just be the frosting on the cake.
Lovely! I'm looking forward to FO pics. :)
Wow. That's stunning!
You can totally do it! Amazing work!
i LOVE that photo! you've got a great eye for photographs.
i can't wait to pet your sweater (with or without you in it)! it looks sumptuously gorgeous.
Wow. That is pretty amazing! I knew you could do it; but, still...WOW! I can not wait to see it in person this weekend!
Amazing! Bravo for finishing (most of it) in time - you're quite the speed knitter! Have fun showing it off at Rhinebeck...
This is just stunning - beautifully worked and with such speed.
This sweater is absolutely fabulour.....the cabling, color and handwork are amazing. Congratulations, can't wait to see pics w/ you modeling!
The cables are interesting!
This is a gorgeous sweater and color! You must be so excited to be near the end of the project, just at the right time to wear it!
holy cow, that sweater looks gorgeous! i love all the cables. really nice job.
Beautiful sweater! Wonderful photo!!
Jody, it looks so amazing! and this deep azure color will be lovely on you. What an accomplishment! (Cool photo too!)
Can't wait to see the finished product in person. Have a great trip up tomorrow!
How beautiful! Absolutely stunning.
wow that looks great. I hope you got it done for Rhinebeck! Can't wait to see the pictures in action at the fest.
I swear it looks like snow in the background!
This is sooooo beautiful. You CAN DO IT!
It's really amazingly gorgeous. The color, the pattern, everything.
This is a beautiful sweater. I'm always impressed with the way your garments fit. And, I enjoy reading your blog.
Absolutely gorgeous! I can't wait to see it finished.
What a gorgeous sweater - truly stunning! Your cablework is perfect, so professional! Have a wonderful time wearing it a Rhinebeck, I can't wait to see the finished product!
I am late to the party - I know... it is so pretty. the color is so vibrant too!
That is absolutely gorgeous. How proud you must be of yourself! I'm proud of you, and I don't even know you! ;o)