CGOA Masters of Techniques & Stitches

I've finished it! My portfolio for the CGOA Masters of Techniques & Stitches. It consists of 13 questions and 48 swatches that they allow you 3 months to complete. (Now since I don't really have a life outside of court and knitting/crochet, it only took me 2 weeks to do it! But it might take others a bit longer, if you have others to attend to.)

I did not find it hard. Just time consuming, which is why I wanted to keep at it. I know myself, and if I get away from something, it takes me a long while to get back to it.

Now I have to send it off to someone to review, who will then decide whether I get my Certificate.

I don't know if it will amount to much of anything more than just my own edification, but it is that, and it is something I enjoyed doing; AND I have the portfolio to show others.

I would recommend this to others for their learning experience as well.

Philosopher's Wool Crochet Coat

The Philosopher's Wool Crochet Coat is something I've been looking at for a long time. I didn't even remember having the pattern! I've had that for a long time, too, because it's in the Encyclopedia of Crochet. It's a gorgeous sweater. I'm really glad it's in that book, too, as the various stitches are described in detail. Fortunately, I also have a plethora of crochet stitch books. So I can substitute other stitches, if I don't like how one looks. I'm facing that situation right now.

I'm trying to "follow the pattern." However, with Philosopher's Wool patterns, you are given the opportunity to use your imagination. I guess that's good; but as you are all aware, most knitters and crocheters are not really used to doing that. I'm also dealing with about 15 different colors; I have no idea of whether I'll have enough to finish this sweater; I sure hope so. I ordered the yarn as a kit, so I've relied on the suppliers to know how much yarn I need, which may have been a mistake. I will let you know.

It's finished.

Actually, I finished the baby outfit awhile ago. Here's a photo of it:

It is a fair isle one-piece with a bonnet to match that one of my friends from work asked me to make for her vet's baby girl. It was a big hit!