I am amazed at myself. I started this poncho Saturday, and actually worked on it exclusively until I finished it Tuesday. Ok, I did knit up some baby booties in the car, but other than that I was a one-project gal for 3 days! I know what you’re thinking- is she pulling my leg? Is she yanking my chain? Is it getting really cold down south? I really did it, for the same reason the possum crossed the road- to prove it can be done.
I made mine nice and long to keep me warm at the drive-in. Here’s a close-up of the border. I used the Double Beaded Edge on p. 94 in 440 More Knitting Stitches. Don’t you just love stitch books?
Now I’m not quite sure what to do. I joined the Poncho KAL which starts the 5th, but I finished mine already and I’ve sworn off starting new projects. What should I do? Should I start a new poncho? The Magic 8 Ball sez, “Very Doubtful.” Drats.
Oh, no! You finished your poncho before the KAL could begin.
Perhaps some warm, kid-sized ponchos would be nice for kids on the Indian reservations or the homeless?
Oh, well. You done good. I like the edging, it's awefully fancy-schmacy. Mmmm, drive-in. I do miss that kind of fun. (I think there may still be one "nearby" that I'll have to check out.)
Posted by: nanc | Friday, September 03, 2004 at 02:36 PM
Oh my gosh, that's so beautiful! And check out those stitches....it's gorgeous. I'm going to have to look for that book...looks like it might prove interesting!
Posted by: Elle | Friday, September 03, 2004 at 05:22 PM
The poncho is fab! I love the color and the edge! I am patiently waiting for my yarn to come in for the poncho KAL to start. Good thing it doesn't get cold in Auburn until November!
Posted by: Gracie | Friday, September 03, 2004 at 06:39 PM
please can you send me the pattern or where you found it for the poncho, it is exactly what i am looking for for my daughter.
Posted by: HILLY | Saturday, September 04, 2004 at 01:52 PM
Your Poncho is wonderful. I love the colors is looks warm, cozy, a very snuggly. All while being so fashionable. The edging is stunning as well. Have fun at the drive in.
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Posted by: Danielle | Saturday, September 04, 2004 at 03:01 PM
Oh NOOOOO! Why did you do that? Here I was thinking myself safe from the poncho craze, because all the harlot ponchs were too short for my liking and now you went and made a perfectly wonderful one, that I just WANT to have. Darn! You look so good in yours.
Posted by: Karin | Tuesday, September 07, 2004 at 02:14 PM
Hi there, great blog! I wonder if you can tell me who is hosting the poncho KAL, or include it in a future post? I would love to join in! Thanks.
Posted by: Dana | Tuesday, September 07, 2004 at 05:24 PM