So I started on those little balls of Koigu in the absence of inspiration to work on the cursed mohair sweater.

What do we think?

I think it’s looking ok so far! The four yarns are blending fairly evenly, and the effect is quite subtle. The only complaint I have so far is the odd central “seam” I’m getting from tugging the yarn too tight at the joins. Since I’m picking up a new piece of yarn at every needle change, the one from the previous row loosens up. I have attempted to combat this by securing the yarn from the previous row while I’m knitting the current one, and it seems to be working ok. This is the 4th attempt at starting this sock and things are FINALLY working out, so I’m not going to rip it back for something that will probably be less evident once they’re washed and worn. The technique is kind of cool though, and I wouldn’t mind trying it for proper helical striped socks.

Of course, there is that interesting little tangle of yarn fettucini that haunts me, no matter how hard I try to keep things tame. I shall persevere.

I decided that since I will not be able to wear a wool/mohair sweater until the summer is over, it’s kind of pointless to knit it, especially since I’m finding it so objectionable at the moment. I would like to knit something summery that I have a hope of wearing soon. The object of my desire is the Leaf Kimono Top from the latest Interweave Knits. I placed an order with Halcyon Yarn for a cone of their 3/2 Pearl Cotton. I mean, for the price, how could I resist? I picked the Pacific Blue, number 178. As soon as that arrives I will be casting on. I’ve already tested out the lace pattern, but I’m hesitant to check my gauge on the yarn that is not intended for my project, even if it’s a suggested substitute.

On another note, I still intend to change this blog layout even if it kills me. Hopefully things will be calmer at work in a few weeks and I’ll have time to look at it again.