I've finally started the Husband's sweater. I cast on a sleeve Saturday and I already have one finished. I've knit so many socks and small gauge projects in the last few months that I forgot how fast bigger needles can be. Size 8s feel like logs, but the knitting goes like lightning.
I've never used a provisional cast on, but I found a great video showing exactly how to do it. I've tried the one on Knitting Help before, but the last flick of her wrist is too fast to see which side she brings the yarn up. No great loss, because this provisional crochet cast-on alternative was kind of fun. A little awkward to get started, but that's because I'm no pro with a crochet hook. I must have done it right, because that jumble of red waste yarn, charcoal and green have become a very respectable hemmed cuff.
nice detail!
Posted by: maryse | November 01, 2006 at 17:49
WOWIE! That is fance, Caro. What pattern are you using for this man-sweater?
Posted by: finnyknits | November 01, 2006 at 18:15
That's so flawless! Beautiful!
Posted by: ellie | November 01, 2006 at 18:35
I can't wait to learn how to do this!
Posted by: Amy Mac | November 01, 2006 at 21:07
that is a very respectable hemmed cuff indeed. I love the way it looks...more tailored. Nice work Caro!
Posted by: heather | November 01, 2006 at 23:04
Well done, you! It looks perfect!
Posted by: miss ewe | November 02, 2006 at 01:14
I love that hem - my honey doesn't like ribbing and I'm drafting a sweater with that hemmed cuff as well - it works better over a dress shirt too. Thanks for always keeping me inspired and I LOVE the pink & black socks.
Posted by: AmyDe | November 02, 2006 at 08:49
That is such a beautifully crisp and tailored look - I must try that.
Posted by: Ruth | November 02, 2006 at 08:52
Oooh, very nice looking!
Posted by: P-la | November 02, 2006 at 08:54
that looks fantastic. i can't wait to learn the technique. those colors are great, too.
Posted by: meg | November 02, 2006 at 10:15
oooo I love the hemmed cuff! How fancy is that!
Posted by: Kristin | November 02, 2006 at 10:41
I love that main color on he sweater, what yarn are you using? I suppose one day I should make Tom another sweater, the old one is ratty - it was cotton. Also, what pattern are you using? Inquiring minds...you know the drill.
Posted by: Julia | November 02, 2006 at 12:36
Ooh that is sharp. I'm gonna have to try that sometime.
Posted by: Abbe | November 02, 2006 at 12:39
The cuff looks great! And I agree about how using a larger size needle feels so much bigger than using a small size needle. But it's nice to have something that knits up so much more quick doesn't it? :)
Posted by: AJ | November 02, 2006 at 12:53
Love the hem and contrasting inside color! Great job!!!
I feel the same way - I go from my #1 sock needles to #8's or 9's (or even 6's!) and my hands have to get used to them again....
Posted by: stacey | November 02, 2006 at 13:20
Pretty! What yarn are you using?
It is nice to work on a larger-gauge project one in awhile. I have a lacey stole in the works, and when I switched to scarf knitting it was amazing to see so much progress in such little time!
Posted by: kelp! | November 02, 2006 at 13:56
That's a fine looking cuff. Will the bottom of the sweater have the same hem?
Posted by: Susan | November 02, 2006 at 15:30
I'm so loving the knitted hem. So. Much. Can't wait to incorporate that into a project myself, one of these days.
Posted by: Karma | November 03, 2006 at 01:23
Well, that's just gorgeous!
Posted by: diana | November 03, 2006 at 14:41
woo! love all your great knitting projects- i am inspired-
thanks for leaving me a comment-
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Posted by: taniua | November 03, 2006 at 15:58