I made a comment at the last S-n-B about my progress as a knitter. Each project I do has at least 1 different feature. I heard the words come out of my mouth, "It's not like I jumped right into an Aran sweater." My next thoughts were why not?
First you have to learn the history of the Aran sweater in Ireland. Or if you prefer, how a dropped stitch gave rise to a popular myth. There is a little discrepency on the dates of these stories. I think there is a bit of romance in the idea that a sweater can be a symbol of love, family and history. That is a big burden for any sweater.
Can't you just see people wandering around the Aran Isles in beautiful, warm, hand knit sweaters. On these shores, I think it is a must.
This is definitely not the original fishing technique for a Fisherman's Wool Aran Pullover Sweater. I wonder if the photographer for this pattern has any concept of other types of fishing. It all looks pretty silly to me.
I am thinking I may go all out on this Aran kick. Once I make my fill of sweaters, I can move on to Aran Afghans. But really, not Aran household is complete without the Aran Isles Teapot.
First you have to learn the history of the Aran sweater in Ireland. Or if you prefer, how a dropped stitch gave rise to a popular myth. There is a little discrepency on the dates of these stories. I think there is a bit of romance in the idea that a sweater can be a symbol of love, family and history. That is a big burden for any sweater.
Can't you just see people wandering around the Aran Isles in beautiful, warm, hand knit sweaters. On these shores, I think it is a must.
This is definitely not the original fishing technique for a Fisherman's Wool Aran Pullover Sweater. I wonder if the photographer for this pattern has any concept of other types of fishing. It all looks pretty silly to me.
I am thinking I may go all out on this Aran kick. Once I make my fill of sweaters, I can move on to Aran Afghans. But really, not Aran household is complete without the Aran Isles Teapot.
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