May 31, 2005
It is finished!!!!
Yes, ladies and gentlemen...my Clapotis is finely finished!! It took me three months to finish, which seems like a ridiculous amount of time, but it's done! It's going to be nice and warm this fall...but sad, for now it's being put away to wait for colder weather. While we were in Vail I decided to try and take some "scenic" pictures:) None of the ones that had me in them made the cut, but I plan on taking some pictures with RayLynn tomorrow of both of us wearing our Clapotis!! Stay tuned for the buttonhole knitting adventure pictures in the days to come, as well as fun mail pics!! Because you know, I love me some fun mail!!!
Final Stats:
Yarn-1 1/4 skeins of Interlacements Texas (those skeins are huge! They are 490 yds!!!)
Started- March 10th
Finished-May 30th
As much as I complained, I can see myself (in a while...I need a break first) knitting a lighter weight Clapotis. I love Cynthia's so much that I already have the Bamboo yarn to make another one!
I love how your Clapotis turned out! No weird pooling anywhere, and such vibrant colors!
Did you block it at all? If not, do you plan to? I ask, because I'm trying to figure out how to do mine. It (mine) looks like it could use some blocking, but I've also seen some that were too heavily blocked, and they lost the fun twist that Clapotis naturally does, and I want to keep that.
Posted by: Leisel at June 1, 2005 12:33 AMWoo hoo! congrats on finally finishing the beastie. What's up next on the needles? hope you're having a great time in Vail...but when's the next meetup, o mighty organizer?
Posted by: Cyn at June 1, 2005 01:13 AMIt looks great, I'll watch out for those modelling shots
Posted by: Tracy at June 1, 2005 02:55 AMWow - that is gorgeous. I've been reading your blog for a while now and following your progess, and you've inspired me to try out the Clapotis.
Posted by: Julie at June 1, 2005 04:33 AMYummy Clapotis. Maybe I should get back to mine...
Thank you for the stitch marker inspiration. I finally got my stuff out and made some.
Posted by: isel at June 1, 2005 04:47 AMIt looks great! I've been knitting mine for just about forever too, don't feel bad. You should definitely try Bamboo, it's fun! And I'm tempted to try Interlacements, I know I'm gonna want a thicker one eventually. What is the plural of clapotis? Hm...
Posted by: Vicki at June 1, 2005 05:06 AMIt looks beautiful! I felt the same way about mine--hated knitting it but loved the result. I would really like another one but I'm not sure I'm up for knitting it again yet.
Posted by: monica at June 1, 2005 07:24 AMIt's gorgeous! Congrats on finishing it. At least it will be ready to go as soon as fall comes.
Posted by: Lauren at June 1, 2005 08:07 AMGreat Clapotis! I am your Bead It 2 Secret Pal!! Love your blog! Can't wait to see what you think of your package soon!
Posted by: Bead it 2 SP at June 1, 2005 08:30 AMThanks ladies! I do have some love for the Clapotis now that it is finished:)
To answer your questions...I did not block it, and I don't think that I'm going to. I like the way it curls on the end, and it really doesn't curl that much.
Next up on the needles, well...it's time to finish a few projects that have already been on my needles for a while. Like, Koigu glovelets, Summer Tweed tank, Harry Potter scarf, etc. I have plenty of things to finish up!
And Cynthia, as far as when we are going to get together...you name it, and I'm there! I'm pretty free this weekend, I can't wait to hear about your trip to L.A.!
Posted by: Stacey at June 1, 2005 09:29 AMHey there Stacey, it's me, your new Secret Pal! I've been a fan of your so-called scarf for a long time and I can't believe that I get to be your Secret Pal! Have a great day and you'll be hearing from me soon... And nice Clappy!
Posted by: SP5 at June 1, 2005 10:23 AMLove the color of your Clap! It's such a nice scarf/stole. Wear it well!!
Posted by: margene at June 1, 2005 10:31 AMBeautiful! I need one of those to keep me warm in my cold office! :)
Posted by: Lolly at June 1, 2005 10:54 AMand don't you just love it!!! Congrats it is beautiful!
Posted by: beth at June 1, 2005 11:15 AMYaaaay! It's finished! Congrats.
Posted by: Cathi at June 1, 2005 11:44 AMCongrats, it's finished! It looks great. I love the colors and just want to take it from you! (haha!) A get-together this weekend sounds doable, let me know!
Posted by: Wanda at June 1, 2005 12:23 PMYea yea yea! Looks great -- perfect! You'll love it as soon as cooler weather hits, and don't forget the clapo-shawl look for cooler summer nights. :)
Posted by: Jenifer at June 1, 2005 02:32 PMtrés chic!
Posted by: ann at June 1, 2005 03:11 PMGod I love those colors. You have good taste, lady.
Posted by: Kim at June 1, 2005 08:12 PMThe Clapotis looks great! Please do post a pic of you wearing it - I'd like to see how it drapes. I'm ready to cast on for mine, in Brooks Farm "Four Play". Worsted seems so *thick* for this wrap... I'd like to see a lighter-weight version also. You do it first.
Posted by: Stasia at June 1, 2005 10:35 PMIt's lovely! Congratulations on finishing. :)
Posted by: Stacie at June 2, 2005 08:28 AMcongratulations on finishing the clapper! love your colours! i've just bought yarn (literally, 10 mins ago), to make a third. well sis has one, and mum does, now i need one too!
Posted by: anna at June 3, 2005 06:19 AMyour clapotis is wonderful - just the right waves and lovely color! I'm planning to knit 3 more myself, already made 2! Very addictive pattern!
Posted by: karen at June 3, 2005 07:01 AMBoth of these Clapotis turned out great, and the photos are wonderful!
Posted by: Amy at June 3, 2005 01:47 PMJust beautiful. Congrats!
Posted by: Michelle at June 6, 2005 12:32 PM