It’s done! I made the Short Row Sweater from the Purl Bee and I’m so so so excited. It was easy to make… the hardest part was staying patient. Knitting is like a really trying meditation in contentment and valuing the slow process. I never really got into knitting before because I wasn’t sure if after spending weeks on a shirt I would feel that if had been worth the time. But the joy of watching a ball of yarn turn into something special has consumed me and although I miss my sewing machine like crazy, knitting has definitely found a permanent place in my craft life.
The yarn is a soft cotton wool blend that I got at a shop here in Bariloche. I was having a really hard time choosing a color, so I just made it striped! I would definitely recommend this project, the instructions were clear and you end up with something totally adorable.
Also, this guy happens to be perfect for the insane sunburn I have on my back right now.
…what to do next?!?! Maybe something with cables.
enigmaedelweiss
This is absolutely adorable. I don’t know if you’ve every considered it, but etsy.com is a great place to start a little shop and sell some stuff for a bit of cash. I personally would LOVE one of these little sweaters.
chelseaavocado
Thanks so much for following my blog! I think when I´m done travelling I am going to start up some sort of crafty business. I will definitely keep you posted.
enigmaedelweiss
Please do! I want one
It’s adorable!
Julia
AHHHH! This is so cute Chelsea!!! It’s perfectly suited to you! It’s great to see you doing so well in the Southern Hem (although we miss you)!!!!
chelseaavocado
Ahhh julia, Thanks! I miss you guys soooo much.
TheCoffee&CraftsChronicles.
Love this sweater, you did a beautiful job!
chelseaavocado
Thanks!
Karra
Looks wonderful Chelsea! I love the colors and such a cool pattern.
Mel
I found your blog after seeing this project on Ravelry, and am now a super happy follower. The world needs more young cool knitters!
chelseaavocado
Thanks! I am just getting started with knitting but am totally falling in love with it!