Life's a Stitch

Another trip to Alpha Crafts and I discovered why I was so unhappy with the way the Fantasia was patterning. Upon close examination of their knitted samples I realized my scarf was not wide enough to allow the pattern to happen. The labels probably indicated this, but I can’t read Japanese/Chinese characters at all. The western numbers don’t even make sense since the needles sizes are different as well. So, three quarters into the project I frogged it. I knew I’d be unhappy with the results and would rather take the time to fix it than stew about it every time I wear it. It’s looking good:

Thanks to all for your suggestions yesterday regading a closure for my jacket. There were lots of ideas I hadn’t even thought of and I’ll let you know my decision after I try a few. See you on Thursday.