The day before.
This sweater is turning into such a hassle. The folks at Bernat must've failed math, because I have no idea how the hell they came up with this pattern. As I posted last week, my original attempt resulted in a bottom section that was at least 16" too big. Long story short: I did a ton of math and made a few gauge swatches, and knit it on a much smaller size on a larger needle. STILL too big for me, but enough that I could live with it. Now I'm trying to do the top half, and I'm abandoning that pattern altogether and using another one. Even so, the sizing is wonky. Hopefully I can use some shaping to make it work out, because I'd hate to start over a third time.
I know that everyone says that getting older is great, but I'm just not feeling it. I'm tempted to whine, but I'll save that for the weekend. ;) Last week of school, after all, which is overriding my age-related dread. So, I'll focus on that instead!
Anyway. How about a short linkspam?
-- While it's rather cheesy, I did grin at Hot Guys Reading Books.
-- As I mourn its loss, I appreciated this Slate piece about why powerful women love L&O reruns.
-- If you need a shower gift, check out Baby's Touch 'N Feel Guide to Russian Literature.
-- Despite their utter bleakness, I've always liked Mike Leigh movies. Vulture offers The Mike Leigh Miserable Index.
-- And if you've ever been curious whether Hollywood is coming to your town, check out On Location Vacations for what might be filming nearby.
I know that everyone says that getting older is great, but I'm just not feeling it. I'm tempted to whine, but I'll save that for the weekend. ;) Last week of school, after all, which is overriding my age-related dread. So, I'll focus on that instead!
Anyway. How about a short linkspam?
-- While it's rather cheesy, I did grin at Hot Guys Reading Books.
-- As I mourn its loss, I appreciated this Slate piece about why powerful women love L&O reruns.
-- If you need a shower gift, check out Baby's Touch 'N Feel Guide to Russian Literature.
-- Despite their utter bleakness, I've always liked Mike Leigh movies. Vulture offers The Mike Leigh Miserable Index.
-- And if you've ever been curious whether Hollywood is coming to your town, check out On Location Vacations for what might be filming nearby.