Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Something bright

I want you to know I finished the neon purple toddler sweater. I'm pleased with how it turned out for the most part. I just hope it's as functional as I imagine it to be.


The design is an open cardi, meaning there is not much body in the front paneling. It's mainly just the ribbed stitch edge. Obviously you can modify this if you'd prefer a more covered look. As you knit the increases before separating for sleeves, just add increases by the sleeve markers. I imagine this design will be good for little people who are busy in activities like finger painting or water and sand table splashing or baking cookies. There will be less fabric to swing down in one's little and exploratory way.

Now I just need to get it to the kid. My timing has been kinda poopy lately.

Other bright things in the Ellen universe? Remember I told you May was kinda busy? It's also been really full of bright moments. A great afternoon with my Dad and the boys watching basketball eating Thai food. Mother's Day with my stepmother and my sister and nephew. Family luncheon with my husband's family at their Godfather's house. He sets an amazing table and has the most beautiful roses. A tasting menu dinner with an old family friend we've been trying to see since January -- and The Kid who showed his city living palette is on point. In a blazer no less. :)

Mother and son cinema days are becoming a regular thing and we were lucky enough to go with Mrs. Canada and her son last week.  I finally had drinks with an old co-worker and it was so nice. She seems really happy and serves as a good reminder of the possibility of a good life outside the agency ;)

Lots of good times.

We've also had a bout of stomach sickness in the apartment along with a few other unexpected life issues, but look! Behold all the brightness!

More knit to come...

13 comments:

  1. It's lovely - a toddler is going to love that vibrant color.

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  2. Great color and great sweater! I know a couple of toddler girls who would love it!! Hope the stomach viruses are gone.

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  3. I've missed you Ellen. Knew you were in the throes of May madness. March has nothing on May when you have a school age kid. I recall screaming to my kids that there would be no more POSTER board in the house once May hit. I hated the poster board projects!
    Love the wild pink top. It will be loved

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  4. so happy you are happy and sorry about the stomach flu. That sweater is gorgeous!! Love how bright and cheerful it is.

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  5. Sounds like *mostly* happy things.

    I know a lot of folks that came down with that stomach thing last month. Mostly it was the little kiddos, but you know when they get it, Mom and Dad won't be far behind.

    Glad that is in the past and you've been getting out with friends. That's ALWAYS makes the month a little brighter.

    The cardi is adorable. That is a HAPPY color for sure!

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  6. A lovely post Ellen, I'm glad you've had lots of enjoyable things lately. Sorry about the sickness, I do hope you're all better now. The cardigan is great, I know it will be well used, it's perfect for adventuring in. Wishing you a good weekend. CJ xx

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  7. I love that cardi. The open front is brilliant. It would be perfect for someone as busy (and messy) as me. Off I go to track down the pattern......

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  8. You have had a great month! It is all about the experiences.
    I think you are right about the cardi being perfect for a busy little person.

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  9. Terrific pop of color! You've certainly been busy with lovely things going on. Glad you're over that sickness.

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  10. Beautiful sweater; my grand daughter would love it!

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  11. ooo stomach bug...yuck yuck yuck!!! Other than that, sounds like great stuff going on; lots of good connections...family, friends; can't beat that!!!

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  12. Sounds like a full but wonderful month of events!

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  13. Yes, look at the brightness.
    That cardi is fantastic! Life has been crazy busy for you. Hope it slows down and that the sickness leaves the apartment.

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