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FINALLY!

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If I never see this blue yarn again, it’ll be too soon! Anyway, here’s the finished product.

What I did was use a pattern intended for a scarf. Look closely – there are three wider panels and two narrower ones. All of them have the cable in the center. I then seamed them together, put a 4×4 rib around the edge as a border and viola, a gorgeous warm throw with which to curl up on the couch.
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What I like most about it is that it is reversible — there is no wrong side. I find that important in a throw. But, I have learned why crochet is the preferred way to make afghans. This got very, very, VERY heavy on the needles when I was knitting up the border. I don’t think I’ll do another.

Up next – socks.

I have a “how-to” book, dpns (double pointed needles) and a scrap skein of sport weight yarn with which to practice.

I am fairly certain my first sock will be unwearable. :) So I’ve decided to use cheapy yarn instead of the good stuff. I will cast on tomorrow!
  1. Nobones05-13-2007

    That thow is beautiful, you must be relevied and pleased. Good luck with socks, I’d like to try and knit a pair but I think it’s beyond me. You’re a brave woman working with 4 needles!

  2. Lesley05-14-2007

    Found you from knittinghelp.com! Thank you for the first project post – It really encourages me that the more I keep going, the better knitter I should become – certainly if your work is anything to go by – beautiful throws and fab crocheted (sp?) curtains!

  3. A Lovely Thing05-15-2007

    nobones – my husband was watching me struggle with them last night and handled me a pair of goggles! So far, it’s going okay. Getting the knack of keeping the other needles out of the way when not in use is the biggest issue.

    lesley – “Practice makes perfect” – at least that’s what grandma always said ;)

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