Comments on: Thinking About Edgings

By: Andy's Crafts

Andy's Crafts — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 05:16:00 +0000

Crochet gives it a different look , still is a crafty border. If you need testers for men stuff, I volunteer myself. Your work is great!

By: Karen

Karen — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 13:54:00 +0000

I love this sweater. Coincidentally just ordered some Rowan All Seasons Cotton. I will be watching for the pattern to be offered on your blog.

By: Rachael

Rachael — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 17:16:00 +0000

I’m DYING for this. Seriously. If you need a test knitter, I’m your girl. I don’t care if I’m reading chicken-scratch handwriting on a napkin, I have to have a sweater like that SOON. And I heard crochet borders, they’re so EASY! Please pleae please please? Hi to Zak who left a nice comment the other day….. xo

By: anna

anna — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:22:00 +0000

I’ve never crocheted a stitch, but if that border were simple enough for a total beginner, I would do my best to learn how to make it. I like the idea of using the best tools and techniques for the design’s needs.

By: Dani

Dani — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 17:40:00 +0000

There are tons of patterns out there and every pattern isn’t for every body. As the designer, you should be true to your vision for the design. If I see a technique in a pattern that I don’t want to bother with, I just pick another pattern. For every person like me, however, I bet there will be two people who aren’t scared off by the crocheted border.

I liked your comments about respecting the strengths and weakness of knit and crochet. I prefer crochet for blankets and hats, and stick to knitting for clothing.

By: knitty_kat

knitty_kat — Wed, 13 Jun 2007 15:26:00 +0000

This is gorgeous Mandy!!

I like your idea of including the knitting suggestion with the pattern.

I think it's lovely the way it is. I don't crochet but I don't see that it would be all the challenging to at least try it.

By: leigh

leigh — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 21:38:00 +0000

When I came across a knitting pattern with a crocheted boarder, I learned to crochet. You can learn anything from a good set of instructions; and trying out new techniques is part of the thrill of the Make – for me anyway.

By: Jan

Jan — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 18:32:00 +0000

I’d like this sweater, as well. A very nice range of sizes, for which we thank you very, very much!

By: Jean

Jean — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 16:39:00 +0000

I really like the crocheted border as well. Keep them, and I can’t wait to get my hands on the pattern

By: jodi

jodi — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 14:59:00 +0000

I like this crochet border, you can see that it’s sturdy and won’t flop around (I’m not the type to be put off by crochet in a knit pattern, though). What about offering instructions for an optional second border treatment in something simple like garter stitch, which would be about the same thickness and sturdiness as the crochet edge (if a bit stretchier)? Then you’re not forcing non-crocheters to either suck it up and learn to crochet or not get to make the sweater, but also not knocking yourself on your arse as far as extra work goes.