Winter warmer

I made this for Myself

Created by: Vanessa P

  • Project Details

    About

    2 months before being injured in a serious car crash I had taught myself to knit; using a mixture of books, videos and advice from my partner.
    During the months I was confined to a wheel chair knitting kept me sane. My hands were kept busy and my brain was engaged. Knitting helped pass the time during long waits in hospitals and at surgeries, and my mind focused on something other than pain and my fears for the future.
    My first project, completed just after my release from hospital, was a jumper. It wasn't great but the sense of achievement was amazing.
    I had firmly caught the bug for wool.

    I might be back on my feet but still need to feel yarn to running though my hands. I find the movements relaxing and the infinite possibility of pattern fascinating. This last knitting project, a stylish winter warmer with an easy to follow pattern, was a present to myself for a change. The wool I had wasn't exactly right for the pattern so did experimental swatches with different needles.

    Yarns

    • material-yarn
      Aran - Denim blue 1050.0 meters

    Needles & Hooks

    • Circular 4.00mm (US 6) 60cm
    • Circular 3.50mm (US 4) 40cm

    Accessories

    • Tapestry Needle
    • Stitch Holder
    • Stitch Markers

    Measurements

    Notes: I used the M2 size as I am quite busty. I should have knitted the body longer to keep my bottom warm, and made the sleeves shorter.
    If I make it again I think I will adapt the sleeve to a ribbed cuff as they do get a bit baggy and in the way.

    Tags

    Craft

    Knitting

    Skill Level

    Beginner

    Status

    Complete
    Started on: Sep 19, 2016 Finished on: Oct 31, 2016
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    2 Comments

    • Margaret S

      This looks great. And what an inspiration to us all to try something new and stay positive.
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    • Joanne P

      It is beautiful! Looks warm & cozy! Thanks for posting a picture, I'm thinking of knitting this too. All the best to you! : )
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