11.09.06
a work in progress…
As most of you know, I have been working on the same knitting project for months now. This project, well, has really been a pain in ka-tush, if you know what I mean.
That being said, I feel a corner (fortunately, not a heel) has recently been turned in this glorious, and infamous, “flame-sweater.” Otherwise known as “Jesse’s Flames” in the Stick ‘N Bitch Nation book my sister gave me for X-mas last year. In the next few weeks, I am confident JM will be the most-stylish disciplinarian at E-ville. It certainly is a pity, however, that I won’t finish it in time for the robotics competition this weekend. Next year I’ll have to make it up to him by creating a Mr. Roboto sweater!
Here is the front (and back) and a partial sleeve. 
The constant color changing is such an awful experience! In my first attempt, 
the sleeve was 2 inches longer than it should be and I totally botched the grid. As painful as it was to take it all out, this version is much nicer, even though it still isn’t perfect. As you can see I was so busy changing colors, I didn’t exactly follow the grid as closely as I should have. Probably not noticeable at a glance, but lets be honest….I am a bit anal. Now I just need to make the other sleeve look the same.
Final touches include piecing everything together and adding the collar. Man I hope this is done soon! I’m itching to work on dog sweaters!
Now after that string of purls, I have other news. Sigma had quite a visit at the vet’s office today. For the last few weeks, he has been limping and delicately walking on his front left paw. After a week, or so, of baby aspirin, he seemed fine and calamity was momentarily avoided. Then it seemed to start bothering him again. The poor pup had doctors messing with his paw, x-rays, and anti-inflammatory drugs. As if that wasn’t enough, he’s now bed-ridden for 10 days! That’s years to a dog! Doesn’t he look sad! I think it hurts me more than it does him. A bunch of treats, and some cuddling with Wiley, should do the trick.
jane said,
November 9, 2006 at 10:43 pm
That sweater is MOST impressive!
You know what? . . . I would not worry if the flames on the other sleeve are exactly like the existing sleeve . . . mix it up a bit . . . life is too short . . . you could make it even more different . . . things have a way of coming out different anyway, in spite of the most methodical planning . . . you know, whatever . . . . whatever . . . right?
hugs to baby boy sweet Sigma . . .
Jeri said,
November 10, 2006 at 7:54 am
Sorry for poor Sigma. At least he looks comfortable. I am completely impressed with your sleeve. I love seeing what you’re working on. One of these days I will show you some things Gary’s mother made. You won’t believe it. You’ll appreciate these pieces all the more since you’ve worked on the flame.
How’s married life? hee hee
smarriott said,
November 10, 2006 at 8:09 am
So far nothing is much different! Which I think is a good thing. Signing my name is the only really difference so far, but I’m still in the process of changing everything over. Then again, every once and a while it hits me….we’re married? Really? John is being a very good husband, very sweet.
I finished the graph of the flame last night and I have to say I am pretty proud of myself. I hope to work all weekend and finish the other sleeve and collar. It might be too ambitious, but I can try!
Jeri said,
November 10, 2006 at 8:52 pm
smarriott - that makes me smile!