January 26, 2004
Adult Surprise Jacket
I noticed that some people are interested in them. This is one I made while I was somewhat heavier than I am now...heavy enough that it doesn't fit exactly right anymore.
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I wear this jacket constantly. I spend almost all my waking time in a basement - this is warmer than a robe. It is made of homespun, millspun and gifts from friends. I think it is all wool, silk and mohair - possibly some alpaca is also in it. I also didn't really measure before I cast on. I recommend measuring
I have made other surprise jackets, but they have all ended up given away - mostly to relatives who pretty much plucked them off my back. Luckily, these were some of my favorite relatives and I just love knitting something that they can love.
Nothing in the jacket was bought for it. It is all sweater scraps, spinning scraps and oddballs.
Posted by liz at January 26, 2004 11:07 PMI'm kniiting one of these 'cos I wanted something mindless to knit while concentrating on other things. Surprise, its turned out to be fun and I think it will suit me. Yay.
Posted by: kate at January 27, 2004 12:40 AM