Done and done and not done yet

[susandennis]

First the coat. It's exactly as I imagined it. And built for the coldest weather I'll see. In fact, I may not even ever be in weather cold enough. I do need to figure out a closure. I have a kilt pin for now. There are a couple of things I'd do differently if I were doing it again but there always are. Mainly, I love it.



Now, here's that knitting project that's been killing my arms. It's really a funny (peculiar not haha) piece. Basically a rectangle folded in half with a hole on either end. It's a great lap robe OR as seen here... a nice vest/shrug/cardigan?? It will look fine thrown over my gray chair and keep me warm when I need it. My very last bulky yarn piece ever. Satisfactory.



And I went out and bought some damn thread for the rain coat. I think I'll cut out the pieces tonight maybe. Now I think I'm going to watch some TV.

Comments

[siglinde99.livejournal.com]

I like the coat. The long tail and hood reminds me of Inuit parkas.

[susandennis]

Ohhh I'd love to have their snow!!

[lostincandyrain.livejournal.com]

Looks like you're going to have a super cozy winter! The yarn piece is interesting... And very pretty. Definitely seems useful to have on a chair to just throw on if you get a little chilly. I've recently adopted a shawl my grandmother made for this purpose. It's not nearly so bright and colorful as this, much more traditional knitted shawlish, so I'm pretty sure it makes me look like a little old lady sitting on the couch, but it's very comfy, and I think it's good to get some old lady practice in early.

[susandennis]

I tried a shawl last winter and kept dragging it everywhere and getting it caught on stuff and finally just gave up. That's what gave birth to this weird thing!

[eventidereverie.livejournal.com]

Love the coat. I also like the colors in the yarn piece.

[susandennis]

thanks!!

[lifeinroseland.livejournal.com]

Both gorgeous! All the perfect colors!

[susandennis]

:) Thanks!

[yesthatjill.livejournal.com]

I like the shape of the coat and the contrasting colors! You could cuff the sleeves slightly for even more contrast than the hood alone.

The shrug’s color scheme is super happy.

[slinkslowdown.livejournal.com]

Love them both :)

[susandennis]

thanks!

[shutterbug.livejournal.com]

Both projects look so good! Glad you love them.

[dimity-blue.livejournal.com]

They turned out really well. Well done!

[letmesaythis.livejournal.com]

Nice work! Love them both.