September 13, 2006
So I got Cece up to a point where can try her on. And I'm not happy.
I've spent the night trying to convince myself that it's fine, but looking at the photos, I can't deny it anymore.
It's too big.
I need to rip it out and start again.
I'll be in the corner, blubbering.
Comments
Ooooh, I'm sorry it's not fitting. Hang in there. I'm at that point myself with Bonne Marie's Sitcom Chic sweater that I'm making for my daughter: I've ripped it twice due to size problems. I can knit and follow a pattern well but getting stuff like sweaters to fit right is a additional skill (one I don't have yet). A Cece that fits right is worth so much more than a finished one that doesn't fit so just hang in there.
Posted by: Sue at September 13, 2006 11:25 AMI hate when that happens, which is probably why I never finish anything!
Posted by: Restless Knitter at September 13, 2006 11:38 AM(patting you on the back consolingly, and passing cup of strong tea...) that really stinks! I hope CeCe behaves better soon.
Love those beautiful rainbows. What a gift!! And the lace swap package wasn't bad either... :)
Posted by: Debby at September 13, 2006 01:08 PM*HUGS*
Posted by: kylie at September 13, 2006 01:29 PMBut it's best to know that now, instead of after you were done. Right? Come on, I'm trying to give you some support here, work with me.
Posted by: Chris at September 13, 2006 01:29 PMOh no! Sorry to hear that... Hang in there Donna... Or maybe play with some gorgeous lace yarn first? :)
Posted by: claudine at September 13, 2006 01:38 PMi know how you'd feel. at least you're stronger than me as i will definitely start crying!!
Posted by: Michelle at September 13, 2006 01:44 PM(passing a glass, nay, a bottle, of wine) I'll hold the swift for you
Posted by: Nat at September 13, 2006 02:06 PMNooooo!! Bah Humbug!! I hate that and there is nothing else to do. I know the woman on the new Knitty would cut it up and felt it, but that's not an option really, is it???!!!
Posted by: 2paw at September 13, 2006 06:47 PMI am nearly finished the sleeve to the Cental Park Hoodie and I am at that point where I am not sure if it may be a bit small........
Posted by: Cathy at September 13, 2006 11:11 PMFinish it, give it to someone special for Xmas
and , yes, start another one that will fit.
Are you sure you can't fix it some other way? It's a shame to rip out all that work.
Posted by: wool winder at September 14, 2006 12:14 AMoh bummer
Posted by: Vicki at September 14, 2006 12:57 AMAfter wiping your tears, just remember that you'll love it even more because it will fit you just right. It looks like a pretty fast knit so the second time around will go even faster. I guess it does help to measure as you go....however, I find that the yarn often blooms and I don't know exactly how much bigger it will be after I block.
Posted by: Evelyn at September 14, 2006 06:06 AMI do hate that when it happens but if there is a consolation to it I would rather it be too big than too small. Why? Because you can tell yourself, hey I am smaller than I think ;)
Oh and you were so spoilt with your lace swap, very nice.
Posted by: Sharon at September 14, 2006 09:30 AMWell looking on the bright side of things, at least next time will be absolutely perfect, you've already had some practice. If you need tissues I am sure we can supply you with some. Happy knitting!
Posted by: Sue at September 14, 2006 10:11 AMOh dear, I hate it when that happens too. You have two options, give it to someone as a present and make yourself another,or rip it out and knit it again. I guess that doesn't make you feel better, but what else can you do.
Posted by: Helen at September 14, 2006 08:58 PM
*passing you the tissues*
Posted by: Carol at September 13, 2006 10:50 AMCrap I hate it when that happens. I have a pile of blue gusto that I still haven't re knit.
Cece isn't trying to tell you to go and play with some new lace yarn or anything is she???