Oh, Say Can You See...

They're playing my national anthem! It's all tears and smiles as I stand atop the podium while the gold medal gets placed around my neck, with my family and team members in the stands. I DID IT!!!


Stats:

Pattern: Katy from Debbie Bliss' Cotton Angora book
Yarn: Lion Brand Cotton-Ease in Ice Blue
Date Started: 2/10/06
Date Completed: 2/25/06
Needles: Addi Turbo size 5's (for ribbing) and Addi Naturals size 7's
Size: 36-38" bust
Overall: It was a great pattern with no errors that I could find. It has a flattering fit with a lovely neckline. I would definitely recommend this pattern, and Cotton-Ease worked really well for it.

I was able to finish it yesterday while I was getting together with my fellow San Diego knit bloggers, Jessica, Kris, Miyon, Marisa, and Krys, which was great. I wore it around last night and got compliments from the family. I'd have to say that it came out well, maybe one of my best sweaters. It fits really well, although had I known when I started that I was long-waisted, I would have added maybe an inch more in the length. But, regardless, I think it's cute.

Now, for my Academy Awards speech. I'd like to thank the Yarn Harlot for speaking to my inner athlete and throwing down the gauntlet for this incredible challenge. There's nothing more satisfying than finding that you had the focus, dedication, and frankly, ability to knit through burning and numbness in your forearms, to complete a sweater in 16 days. At first, I thought that my sweater choice might be too easy and that I'd be finished early, but I had a lot of stumbles throughout the process, which I frequently do as a result of inattention, so I ended up finishing practically right down to the wire. Good thing I decided not to knit a sweater on size 2 needles or something!