I’m very excited about the progress I’ve been making on this top. I know I said last week that I was taking on other side projects (a couple dish cloths) for presents but I haven’t completed too many rows. There is something so wonderful about stockinette rounds right now. They are perfect way to keep my hands busy while doing other things—like while having heart-to-hearts with family members, while listening to my Grandmother’s stories about when she was a newlywed, while sitting in waiting rooms, while “watching” the Olympics (and smiling over how cute the commentators are in their excitement over every little thing.)
I just started An Object of Beauty by Steve Martin. I’m glad to get lost in a novel—I seemed to be reading a lot of non-fiction these last couple months. I’m super impressed with Mr. Martin’s talent and ability to branch out (successfully) all across the art world. Actor. Comedian. Writer. Banjo Player. I love how he has made me laugh uncontrollably at the likes of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Planes, Trains and Automobiles but also managed to give us something lovely and bittersweet like Shopgirl. Wonder what he’ll impress us with next?
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August 8, 2012 at 8:21 AM
Wow, gorgeous top! We’re a house of big Steve Martin fans! Have your read his play “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”? Totally worth it even if you’re not typically into reading plays.
August 11, 2012 at 11:16 AM
Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll look into!
August 8, 2012 at 2:43 PM
Ooh, it’s looking gorgeous! I’m a great fan of slate gray/blue.
After working in double seed stitch on my current sweater for the last few weeks, I’m definitey ready for some plain ol’ stockinette. Next week I’m definitely making a post for Yarn Along; I’ll be finished with this sweater by then and into my next project (which promises lots of color!).
August 11, 2012 at 11:19 AM
I’m excited to see your new project!
August 8, 2012 at 4:13 PM
Beautiful top!! I had no idea Steve Martin was an author, now I’ll have to go check our library for his books.
August 11, 2012 at 11:20 AM
Thank you, Anke. Yes, Steve Martin is a surprisingly good author. Do check him out.
August 11, 2012 at 4:36 AM
This is such as lovely sweater! I am tempted to make this my next project! Was this your first try at lace work? I have never knitted lace so I would like to make something relatively simple! I think this would look lovely in a mustard colour too!
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August 11, 2012 at 3:42 PM
This is actually my first “serious” knitting project, period. I’ve made a few dish cloths and attempted a hat. So far it’s been pretty simple. The pattern is free so I recommend giving it a go! :)
August 12, 2012 at 9:05 AM
Just read An Object of Beauty-I’m obsessed. Steve Martin is so multifaceted. I hope you enjoy it! Good luck with your top.