The [Official] Beginning to an Obsession
My housekeeping has been completed! It's time to start my very first knitting project. I have had a lot of practice with the garter stitch, so to switch it up; I wanted to use a pattern that incorporated both the knit stitch and the purl stitch together. So, as my first project...drum roll please...I will be doing the BEGINNER'S REVERSIBLE SCARF! Ravelry offered this free pattern that I found and thought it would be a great piece to start on since the winter is approaching. Scarves and dishcloths are among the most common beginner projects, but choose whatever project floats your boat and that you can handle with the knitting knowledge that you have.
I am using size US 10 (6mm) needles 14 inches in length and the yarn that I am using Red Heart Super Saver Multis (ombres) Shaded Dusk. I modified this project by using worsted weight yarn and I will use the long tail cast-on but there are others you may use. This pattern calls for 28 cast-on stitches and each row is repetition of knitting two purling one.
I apologize for how dark the yarn is but I fell in love with it when I saw it. The "V" that you are seeing in the pattern is the knit stitch and in between them are the ribbing created by the purl stitch. I am working on the tension of my yarn and understanding the gauge which will help in making sure the garment fits and is precise. Since I am making scarf, the gauge is not necessary and I am not too worried about my tension. I am hoping that as I work through this project, the tension will become natural.
This is how far I have gotten since I have started this project but being that I am making a scarf, I have a LONG way to go. Bear with me as I continue with my project and I will keep you all updated. Stay Encouraged!
[Loving Every Moment! Just Keep Knitting.]
Scarves are the BEST to make! I was into knitting a couple years ago and I still have at least 10 scarves in my closet. The best thing about them is if you make enough you have a different color for any outfit. Seeing your blog makes me want to start buying yarn and trying out some new patterns.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree, I am enjoying this project tremendously. An arsenal of scarves is definitely on my list of things to do. And I'm glad my blog is making you want to restart your knitting. If you do, I would love to hear about it. =]
DeleteI have several scarves that were made by a friend, and they are absolutely wonderful, however I did get her first scarf where you loosen the yarn to make "bubbles"? It was still pretty, and incredibly long, I think it's longer than Kobe's height! Your scarf looks beautiful and it's coming along fantastic for a first timer! Keep it up!
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard about the "bubbles" yet and I am actually very interested. Lol, that is pretty long! And thank you so much, I appreciate your encouragement.
DeleteThese look awesome! It's so great to watch you get better and better every post. Keep up the awesome work!!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much! I will!
DeleteYour work with knitting has come a long way! It seems as if you picked up on knitting rather easily, and like it's becoming more natural. Great work!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It is becoming more natural and a good habit. Lol!
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