Friday, March 18, 2016

Thank you, Knitters!


When I asked my clown barf question on Wednesday, I never imagined that I would receive so much good advice! Every single person that commented provided a helpful idea -- from suggestions of what to wear it with, to don't focus on the colors so much, keep knitting until I've got more fabric and make a decision then, and really helpful pattern suggestions if I do decide to frog it.

Based on your comments, my plan is to keep knitting, make another judgement when I've knit more fabric (10" or so) and can see better if pooling happens, and let it go if I'm not happy at that point. I'm modifying the pattern to make it a bit shallower, so I am interested in seeing what happens with colors and pooling since the rows won't get quite as long as a regular Hitchhiker. I've only knit a few more points since Wednesday because I got a request for an "emergency hat", but the intention is to keep going forward and see what happens. (Good advice for knitting and life.)

I'm a solitary knitter (I know this sounds sad and lonely, but I haven't yet found a knitting group) so I don't have any nearby knitters to consult in person. I really value the considered thoughts and opinions that everyone took the time to express. While this could certainly be classified as a first-world problem, I feel much better about knitting this yarn and pattern, and I know that all of you understand the importance of feeling good (or at least hopeful) about your knitting. Thank you, thank you!

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  1. I'm so glad that the blog readers provided valuable insight for you. I hope you will love this and not have to frog.

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  2. Glad to help. Enjoy the knitting. Sometimes finding a group is hard. I am lucky to have my knitting group as well as crafty (but not knitter) friends that are good at helping with color ideas.

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  3. I love that community can be virtual today. I don't have not found a knitting group here either and I agree, the voices of this online community are so appreciated, helpful, and encouraging! I think it is looking fantastic, and look forward to an update next week!

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  4. That's what knitting pals are for, whether near or far. Looking forward to watching your scarf grow!

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  5. Solitary knitter here too! Have a wonderful weekend watching those colors come to life. :-)

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  6. I'm a solitary knitter also. So having all of you "here".... is so helpful and makes me feel part of a group - even if we are not together in person!

    Linda in VA

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  7. I have only recently found a real "knitting group" -- and the jury is still out on how I feel about them. I kind of LIKE being a solitary knitter . . . with my virtual friends out there to cheer me on (or give me advice). Can't wait to see what happens with your scarf-ish/shawl-ish piece next! :-)

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  8. yay! I'm glad you are knitting your beautiful yarn :)

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  9. well yay! I'm glad you're going to keep on with it. looking forward to another update.

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