When I first learnt to knit (not all that long ago) one of the things that I found I enjoyed most about it was the regularity of the stitches. When doing practice squares (and trust me I did a LOT of practice squares) I enjoyed letting my mind wander somewhat and then being able to run my fingers along my finished work and feel the regular pattern that I’d created.
I decided a few months ago to try to push the limits of my knitting ability. Apart from the socks I also started on a small lacy cardigan from a Rowan pattern that I obtained from Rowan International. I’m currently working on the back of the cardigan with Rowan’s all seasons cotton on 5mm needles.
Unfortunately thought, whilst being really pleased with my work so far, I’m just not getting that regularity satisfaction that I crave. So much concentration is required as I go along each of the non-plain knit rows that I actually am finding it quite frustrating at times. Is this just me, or is it something that will come with time, patience and practice? Maybe I need to go and knit some blanket squares to help me calm down…
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