Knit Fit

The pattern shall remain nameless, THE pattern that gave me fits for two days, that is.  It was all my own fault, as my brain was unwilling to grasp the necessity of doing the increase correctly. It wasn't the normal type of increase, at least it wasn't in my repertoire (it shall remain nameless, too), and any possibility of doing it right, and maintaining it throughout a large shawl project, just wasn't going to happen.

When I realized the futility of my efforts, I threw a fit (and yes, I tried row by row sticky notes, markers, and whatever the ehll else is usually suggested). I threw my knitting, and tossed my project bag, the case with all my knitting accoutrements inside, the project, the needles, anything within my grasp...hit the floor--tossed like a two year old.  I'm not sure I'm over it, but I didn't destroy anything and I didn't burn my knitting, and (this is a big AND) I was able to knit later in the day...at SnB. The SnB grrls got me through, made me laugh.

The funk had lasted until I went in search of my knitting desire. I knew I had to look, knew I had to get back on the horse. In the process of searching for my knitting desire, a pair of socks came to light, socks from last January.  oh my Pyromania hasn't been far from my thoughts (she's been tucked in my knitting bag all these months, after all), but she's been languishing.

Sock knitting was just what I needed and success was just what I needed. I was able to find my place, tink back two rows, fix a small error, and ignite the fire again. If Sock Mojo decides to hang around, I might even think about joining Socktober.

The weekend was productive in other ways, too. Stripe Study was finished and the last batch of tomato sauce was roasted.  Many of our fall crops have enjoyed the cooler nights and the broccoli has been quite spectacular. Cutting the beautiful green florets evoke memories of my pre-Rhinebeck visit with Norma in 2006. Could it really be that long ago?

Now, my focus is to make it through the week by readying for the knitting retreat.  I'm so excited for the fun ahead, but need to get things in order for it all to happen. Stay tuned for what's up my knitting sleeve (not sure when I'll post again) and maybe another surprise or two!

Comments

[Chris]

Yay for sock knitting!! And for a knitting retreat to anticipate. :)

[jennifer]

forget the shawl. that sock yarn looks sooo wonderful!!( and the broc, too)

[Vicki]

Wow. Five years??? It was fun to read that post (and the comments). I can't wait to see you!!

[Suzy]

Knitting isn't for weaklings, eh? ;)

[Kym]

Oh, I have fits like that once in a while! Not pretty. . . but sometimes, necessary! Glad to see you're on to better things. :-)

[Cheryl S.]

I just cast on for an Aspen Cowl for a super-easy brainless pattern for the retreat: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/aspen-neck-cowl

[Carole]

Sock knitting is the perfect solution to knitting frustration! Glad your mojo is around.

[CindyCindy]

Have a blast, girl!! And, yes, we all have those times. I'm not ashamed to admit my knitting has hit a wall in anger a few times:-D

[marianne]

Now see there? Your Sock Mojo DOES love you! (even if said Mojo sometimes leaves you sitting in the dust ;^) said Mojo always returns with some love).
Enjoy your time at the retreat, as I'm sure you will and then some. xox

[Becky]

At least you didn't burn your knitting! Ha! Glad you found something to knit that brought you back to it.

[Kristin]

I'm glad I"m not the only one who's thrown her knitting....

[Cookie]

Some patterns are just not meant to be. I'm so glad that you walked away. Socks can be such a comfort at times, can't they?

xo

[Hillary]

Good for you knowing when to walk away from a pattern that wasn't working for you. I'm glad you found something that worked better for you.

[Norma]

NO WAY!!! It was only about last week!!!! (when you visited.... wasn't it????)

I picked a ton of broccoli tonight -- my broccoli this year is a bumper crop -- much better than that year! XOXO