Anybody want to start a knit-along? [Archive]

Nada

09-08-2006, 06:55 PM

I don't know what, I just want to knit something different. I'm getting tired of soakers, shorts and pants. :lol

I think I might be more motivated if we do a knit-along.

Are you in? Suggestions?

:love

ambersparks

09-08-2006, 08:18 PM

I'm waiting for some Peace Fleece and I want to knit T's 'Swing Thing'. That might be too close to the spiral sweater to interest anyone though...... Just thought I'd throw it out there. Also... I've never knit socks before and I want to try. That would be a great knit a long for me. :)

pmcgary

09-08-2006, 08:42 PM

I have just the sleeves and embellishment to go on the swing thing...It is a pretty quick knit once you get going on it...and I am making the largest size.

Spiral sweater is next in line...

Well when my PF arrives I will be doing two cool kids hats, but those will only take a couple of hours for me to crank out.

trishshack

09-08-2006, 08:47 PM

Depends on what the knit is and what yarn I would need. I'm really trying to not buy yarn.

meritodd1221

09-09-2006, 05:50 AM

Well, I've got lots that needs done around here, so here are my suggestions:

Swing Thing (need to make one for my DD this year!)
clapotis (I was supposed to have made one for my sister's birthday in June -- oops).
socks (I have maybe an inch done on the first sock for my size HUGE hubby)

Or a cardigan sweater -- I need to find one to make for a friend -- she likes swing thing, but wants something a bit lighter weight that can be worn indoors over more summery outfits to make work for fall/winter. suggestions?

dandelions2

09-09-2006, 08:38 AM

i'm doing dishcloths right now. quick. easy.

http://anewtwistondishcloths.blogspot.com/2005/08/grandmothers-favorite-with-heart.html

smillerky

09-09-2006, 09:16 AM

I've been wanting to knit something for myself for a long time. Finding the right pattern and the money to buy the yarn has been my problem.

I really like this (http://www.bluealvarez.com/bluealva/patterns/licoricewhip.html) sweater A LOT.

ambersparks

09-09-2006, 12:42 PM

Or a cardigan sweater -- I need to find one to make for a friend -- she likes swing thing, but wants something a bit lighter weight that can be worn indoors over more summery outfits to make work for fall/winter. suggestions?

Llama Jama has a cute Daisy Cardigan pattern http://www.llamajama.com/products/catalog.php?item=76&catid=16&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D16
I am making one right now for my niece's baby due in November. It's a very simple pattern knit from the top down. It's only my second sweater and I'm having fun knitting it!! I've done the top and just finished the sleeves. :) I am using DB Cashmerino and got guage with size 8 needles just in case the size 4 scares you...... It's looking just the right size too.

pmcgary

09-09-2006, 04:49 PM

Llama Jama has a cute Daisy Cardigan pattern http://www.llamajama.com/products/catalog.php?item=76&catid=16&ret=catalog.php%3Fcategory%3D16
I am making one right now for my niece's baby due in November. It's a very simple pattern knit from the top down. It's only my second sweater and I'm having fun knitting it!! I've done the top and just finished the sleeves. :) I am using DB Cashmerino and got guage with size 8 needles just in case the size 4 scares you...... It's looking just the right size too.
That is cute. I might even be persuaded to knit one- even though it would only fit my youngest and I am knitting a Swing thing for her already.

memiles

09-11-2006, 12:38 PM

I'd be up for a clapotis. I'm starting the heel on a pair of socks, so I'd do those and give you guys a few days head start too.

dandelions2

09-11-2006, 12:40 PM

well, i finished the washcloths...working on a hat now. lol

pixielinds

09-12-2006, 02:14 PM

as soon as im finished my longies, i want to work on a sophie bag, anyone want to join me?

dandelions2

09-12-2006, 02:21 PM

what's a sophie bag?

pixielinds

09-12-2006, 02:22 PM

http://www.magknits.com/warm04/patterns/sophie.htm

i am really excited about it, i haven't made a soaker yet, but i want to do a bag first to get my decreasing techniques down, before i do a soaker, and since this bag is felted, it seems a good project for myself.

pmcgary

09-12-2006, 02:30 PM

pixielinds

09-12-2006, 02:33 PM

i really like that bag, but it looks a bit complicated for me. im still learning "basics" kinda. i've made 4 pair of longies, and thats it, so.. maybe i could read the pattern some more and see if its really as complicated as im making it out to be.

dandelions2

09-12-2006, 02:33 PM

Pretty bags. I have a booga bag (http://www.blacksheepbags.com/booga_bag.html) i started - it's all done except for the straps because I hate i-cord. lol

I just started a KAL for Cigar (http://woolywonder.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12778), if anyone feels like gifting their dh. ;)

mmaimp

09-12-2006, 07:00 PM

I had my DH make me one of these to do i-cord. I have not tried it out yet. The one time I tried i-cord it came out terrible so I'm hoping this works for me.

http://knittywhipped.blogspot.com/2006/07/noni-noni-nooooni.html

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pixielinds

09-12-2006, 09:39 PM

that is so neat, im going to have to make one myself!

khogue

09-19-2006, 07:28 AM

Here is a link to the Daisy Cardigan pattern.
http://www.thegarterbelt.com/ms_daisy.html

And another cute sweater on the same site.
http://www.thegarterbelt.com/ms_tater.html

trishshack

09-21-2006, 07:19 AM

How about doing a Holiday Gift-a-long? I'm starting up on knitted gifts for teachers, etc and would love to work along with y'all. That way everyone could make what they wanted and we could all get ideas from one another.

Seylah

09-21-2006, 12:43 PM

I'm liking your brainwaves trish!

amyquilt

09-26-2006, 07:32 PM

I'm interested, but two things...

1. What is "swing thing"?

2. The project would need to be beginner friendly. ;-)

Dawn

09-26-2006, 08:22 PM

swing thing-

http://www.magknits.com/Jan06/patterns/swing.htm

:sunshine

615bride

10-11-2006, 05:15 PM

I'm halfway through the Lady Eleanor stole and LOVING it! I think that would make a great knitalong and show off some fabulous colorways!

liamnciara

11-05-2006, 08:48 AM

I just got Scarf Style from my public library and I'm DYING to do Lady Eleanor!!! I'd love to do a knit along for it, but really can't justify starting until after the holidays.

I'd be totally up for a holiday gift knit along. I'm staring at my list of things to do. To knit, or not to knit gifts this year? I need motivation andn inspiration!

*Shannon*

11-25-2006, 10:33 AM

Is there an acual knit along getting started? I would totally love to do one...I'm not to picky on what it is....:)

pmcgary

11-25-2006, 10:56 AM

Is there an acual knit along getting started? I would totally love to do one...I'm not to picky on what it is....:)

I don't think anyone has officially started anything yet.

*Shannon*

11-25-2006, 11:29 AM

I don't think anyone has officially started anything yet.

Ok, well lets get something going:D

pamelamama

11-25-2006, 11:36 AM

I'm working on this:

http://www.stitchdiva.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=SDS-026

mamaofthreeboys

11-25-2006, 12:24 PM

Whoa that is gorgeous Pam!

I am working something totally simple and doing my own little touches lol.

A simple beanie hat (not a beanie person here doesn't look like one on my 7 year old so far).

http://www.tropicalyarns.com/index.cfm?PID=22&ProdID=294

chloesmom

11-25-2006, 02:22 PM

That is really cool, Pam! I love how the pattern covers such a wide range of sizes. I could do a short sleeve version for me and a long sleeve version for my 12yo dd.