Test Knitter
Submitted by slinkster on Sat, 02/13/2010 - 16:37.
Dear Page,
True to my word, I have cast on for your original pattern of the "Step Lively" beret. I have to say that the tubular cast-on is phenomenal! Really, really like it. Before I had read through your directions, I had already gone to Knitty.com to check out the tutorial on it. Then reading your directions, it was easy to accomplish. Here's the morning's progress:
Please note how much you mean to me... I'm using dpns because I don't have a 16" circular #4!
Here's what I found in my stash to use:
I'll keep you posted on my progress.
Love,
Mom
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ETA - 2/14/2010
Well, I've finished knitting through the directions you sent and can only assume that I'm ready for the directions to decrease the beret and finish up. Here's where I am now having finished seven pattern repeats (if you include the set-up rows and the first cable row):
Look forward to the next installment of instructions.
Love,
Mom
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ETA 2/15/2010
I have finished the knitting of the beret. Still have to wash and block it. It took under 150 yards (40 grams) of DK weight yarn. Here's a picture of the top:
Can't wait to see it blocked!
Love,
Mom
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ETA 2/15/2010
As requested, here are the blocking photos:
It's drying now.
Love,
Mom
Love it. Take blocking pics please! xoxo
Wow, not only are you super fast, but it looks wonderful! Will get you the crown decreases soon. Feel free to improve on them once you have them. I wasn't entirely thrilled with my first attempt.
Love,
Page
Hey Mom,
Thank you so so much for doing this. I understand the sacrifice in using the DPN's and am very touched. Your cast on and ribbing look fabulous. I can't wait to see how it works for you. If you have any critiques or comments please take notes and send them via email!
Love,
Page