This week I turned that into a square:
And I am done.
No, this is not the finished object I was intent on making. As I was working the final rounds, I made a mistake. My count was off. I ripped it back a couple times, but then I realized something important. I did not have to actually make this perfect. I could continue on with that mistake.
I fudged a couple stitches so I could finish off this piece. I mean, it's for me, so it's not like anyone else will even know what mistake I made. At that point I consoled myself with saying that on the next one I could figure out what I did wrong.
Then, I realized that I didn't want to make a next one.
I realized I could stop right there. I did not have to complete this experiment.
I might attempt this again someday, but with a different yarn and a different pattern. (This pattern wasn't bad, but it's not really going to work for what I had intended.) I'd include the video that got me thinking and planning, but alas, I cannot find it again. Sigh.
As for the thing I have now... I don't know. I might turn it into a pillow. All I know is I'm done with it for the moment. I'm glad I had a chance to work that idea out of my system for now. It won't continue to float around in my mind, making me wonder if it might be a worthwhile project.
Sorry it didn't work out. It could also be a pot holder.
ReplyDeleteToo many holes. Although, it might work as a trivet.
DeleteIt's the perfect size.
ReplyDeleteIt would be a good coaster.
ReplyDeleteHow big is it? Is it butt big? If so, add a couple pockets and you can slip handwarmers into the pockets then use it for a heated car seat?
ReplyDeleteIt could be heated car seat size. But I have no need of such a thing. Nice idea.
DeleteYeah, me neither. Lol.
DeleteHow about using it like a trivet? It looks about the right size but the photo could be deceiving.
ReplyDeleteWe all make mistakes, I just covered some up with more painting while working on a painting....lol....I started crocheting again. Thought I would try to do a couple for Christmas gifts for next yr. I know, talk about thinking ahead.
ReplyDeleteThe year I had started by Christmas presents by now (chronicled on the blog several years back), I was pretty well done by November. It's not a bad idea to start now.
DeleteIf you’re not enjoying it, what’s the point?
ReplyDeleteExactly. Considering I'm not seeing a great finished product either, there's really no reason to continue.
DeleteI could see it as using it as dish cloth.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is on and stay safe
Love the colours. I think it's good to sometimes say that's enough. At least it is for me - helps stop that need for perfectionism!
ReplyDeleteHi Liz - well at least you've worked it out of your system ... and now you can start another project - good luck - cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteWe've all had the experience of starting a project and it just doesn't jell at some point. Better to abandon it. I don't think it's necessary to turn it into something else unless that piece brings you joy (to paraphrase a certain woman with a large following.)
ReplyDeleteIt's a rather large thing, though. That's why I want to do something with it. But I still haven't done anything with the dragon I knit over the summer, so there's no rush to figure it out.
DeleteYour talents are ever impressive. I think this piece would make a lovely pillow.
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That knit dragon is awesome, too. Your work could add to an amazing family crest!
That would be an interesting project. I'll have to ponder that.
DeleteSo...I’m still curious what you want to create?? This could be a Trivet.
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