My first knitted FO of 2012 is done!
This is the
Gap-tastic Cowl by Jen Geigley, which was inspired by a large seed stitch cowl she spotted at the Gap. It's been a popular pattern on Ravelry (
), and I can see why. It's trendy and cute as well as an easy and quick knit.
I modified mine by knitting 130 stitches in moss stitch rather than seed stitch. My yarn (
Wool of the Andes Bulky) isn't as thick as the Lion Brand Chunky used in the pattern, so in the specified gauge, my knit was a bit less firm. I like the way it drapes, but in order to get the chunky, sturdy look I thought moss stitch would be better. I do like the way it turned out.
It's a good thing I like it, since after a few rows, it bored me to tears to knit, which is probably why it took me nearly two weeks to finish it. Endless rounds of k2p2 needed to be interspersed with more interesting knitting. Per the pattern, it should have been 15 inches wide, but at 10 inches, I just couldn't knit it anymore, so I cast off. I'm glad I did, since it is just about the perfect width for me. Any wider and I think it would be too bulky around my neck.
In the sewing room, I'm still plugging away at the coat. It is completely amazing (if I do say so myself) and very close to being finished, but the hand work is starting to burn me out, and I've found myself thinking of taking shortcuts, which I don't want to do with this coat, so I may take a little break, whip up a quickie and then come back to my coat ready to don my thimble and sew away. Want a sneak peek?
Oh, I can't wait to show you the whole thing!!
