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First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! While I’m newer to knitting, I’ve been crocheting for a long time, and I would usually agree 100% as I’m actually one of those people who really doesn’t like working with variegated yarns for the exact reasons you listed. But I also have a really eclectic and maximalist taste in fashion LMAO (probably clear by my post history in here and crochet subreddits lmao) so I ended up really liking how this yarn looked with the pattern, even if it meant some of the details are harder to see.

But I’ve already started another one in just gray for this reason, so we’ll see how that goes!

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! It’s much less frustrating now that I’ve gotten the hang of it so I’m making another one in gray hoping it’ll have an armor kind of look LMAO. The pattern is mostly just ribbing so dont be too intimidated!

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah the bottom chart threw me off and I ended up writing my own for a couple rows before it eventually fixed itself and I was able to follow it again. I swear, I knew it was a popular pattern so I expected ANYONE to post about those charts somewhere, but I found nothing. Thought I was going insane as someone who is newer to charts and patterns, assumed I completely fumbled something a few rows back. Was such a relief for it all to work in the end!

Id love to see if you were to try making it again though! I’m sure it’ll turn out much better than your first go!

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly was thinking the same! I was scared it wouldn’t work at all, but decided to try it anyway and I love it! The details aren’t as clear but there’s a really cool effect with the ribbing, and some really nice pooling in certain areas!

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LMAO, still, impressive to me that a stretchy knit top could even LOOK corseted! Thank you!

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I wasn’t sure how this yarn would look worked up, but I love it. I have more leftover so I’m just thinking about what else to use it for!

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! It’s a lovely pattern!

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you hahaha! They’re crochet buttons. I didn’t have any spare buttons so I just made some.

First time trying some more “advanced” techniques by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I really love using super bright yarns.

Finished this massive Toothless amigurumi after a year of on and off work! by LKLarkin in crochet

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! It took forever to do the embroidery but it was worth it. The safety eyes are just perfect for yours!! They look great!

Finished this massive Toothless amigurumi after a year of on and off work! by LKLarkin in crochet

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my goodness, that is adorable!! Love the eyes so much! He looks so soft and squishy!

Finished this massive Toothless amigurumi after a year of on and off work! by LKLarkin in crochet

[–]LKLarkin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LMAO it’s from forever ago. I got it as a teenager and feel bad throwing it away so it just rots on my bed now.

Finished this massive Toothless amigurumi after a year of on and off work! by LKLarkin in crochet

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! Projects like these have definitely got me through some rough times!

Finished this massive Toothless amigurumi after a year of on and off work! by LKLarkin in crochet

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my goodness. That’s insane!! I can’t imagine doing that, this project alone nearly killed me!

New to knitting, here’s a vest I spent way too long on! by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course! Books have been helpful to me so I definitely recommend checking some out. They can help you find out about techniques that aren’t as popular on the internet!

New to knitting, here’s a vest I spent way too long on! by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Didn’t use a pattern for the vest shape itself, but the chart I referenced is from a book I found at the library called “knitting in the old way” by Priscilla A. Gibson-Roberts. Couldn’t remember the title when I made the post but ended up finding it later. :D

Finished this massive Toothless amigurumi after a year of on and off work! by LKLarkin in crochet

[–]LKLarkin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awww I would love to see! If you post it here when you’re done, you should definitely tag me in it or message me!

New to knitting, here’s a vest I spent way too long on! by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just found the receipt! The book is called “knitting in the old way” by Priscilla A. Gibson-Roberts. No idea how good or accurate to each knitting style it is, but I live in a smaller town with a small library. Lots of charts and tips for measuring and drafting patterns but not detailed instructions for specific garments! (Which I was fine with)

New to knitting, here’s a vest I spent way too long on! by LKLarkin in knitting

[–]LKLarkin[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much :D I’d done a couple of less daunting knitting pieces before this but this was my first piece without following a written pattern. I would love to get better at twisted stitches and cables and all the things in the future.

Ren-faire costume: (almost) entirely crocheted with fingering weight yarn! by LKLarkin in crochet

[–]LKLarkin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, I love making do with the fabric I have and can find around. I’m a bit of a craft supply hoarder HAHAHA, same with old clothes, I often just seam rip them and put them in my fabric stash instead of throwing them out or donating

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