Monday, July 21, 2008

Gauge Swatch #1

Here you have what could be a pathetic gauge swatch. Honestly, I didn't really expect this to be a true swatch and I was so excited to start on the project that I couldn't help myself. What I've learned is I want to try and knit more of a swatch, maybe even the full 6" swatch in st st. I'll try a size 6 needle but change to my Knit Pick Options (rather than the harmony that I used). Clara Parkes book, The Knitter's Book of Yarn tells amazing details of a variety of yarns. You might want to check this one out from your local library. St. Clara gave an inspiring description of "romancing yarn" before committing to a project. Knitting a gauge swatch never sounded better!

3 comments:

Unknown said...

you are crazy man!!!

Anonymous said...

I LOVE the video instructions. You must do more. Kay... I hope you're watching this... GAUGE swatching is great.
Please DO MORE VIDEOS!!!!
Can't wasit to see your shawl progress.
Miss not seeing you at our LYS.
Beth

Cat Herself said...

OMG - I hate knitting swatches for gauge! I also hate typing the word gauge - that "au" just feels awkward to my fingers. Stop bugging me about gauge!

I like the grin at the end of the vid, though. Show us how fun you are! That post about the knit mags was BORING!