I got gauge
Because I really am trying to improve myself as a knitter, I did something fairly out of character: I knit a gauge swatch for the Summertime Tunic. Further, I checked both the stitch count and the row count.
I wanted to make sure that the yarn actually held up to the gauge it claimed to be (yes indeed - you'll have to take my word for it), and I also wanted to see what it felt like to knit with.
It is a dream. I love the color, which is called Sky Blue. I can just imagine how it will look against a nice Mediterranean tan. I'm happy with the stitch definition, and the feel of the squishy, cuddly yarn in my hands is fantastic.
The best part? It's Red Heart Soft Baby. Each skein is 575 yards and costs $4.19. This means I will be able to knit the body of my Summertime Tunic for $8.38 (and I got free shipping). I can't really argue with that.
posted by Vicki @ 5/12/2007 12:21:00 AM
4 Comments
4 Comments:
wow! you cant beat that!
I just had to check out your blog after you helped me on Craftster, we have such similar tastes in knitting I will be back to read often! I hate swatching, but I am realizing it is an all important step. I love the yarn you picked for your Summertime Tunic it is georgous!
OMG, that price is unbeatable, hmm, I wonder if my local joanns carry it
That's a lovely shade of blue! And you sure can't beat that price. Maybe I'll follow your lead and start swatching, too (rolls eyes and laughs--it'll take a tragedy)
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