  I did it! I did it! The sun has broken through the storm, the choir is singing, and I am doing a very happy dance around my living room (much to the embarrassment of the kitties)!
My first attempt at a sweater is officially completed, and I'm still alive! The sleeves fit! Yay! I stayed up past midnight last night and got up early this morning in order to sew in the newly-completed sleeves and finish the sweater with the button bands and neckline. It looks great, if I do say so myself. See?! &nbsp; urlLink urlLink Here's a close-up of the collar. I've never had to pick up this many stitches before, and I think I missed picking up a stitch somewhere, but I don't think you can tell.
Can you? &nbsp; urlLink urlLink Here's a close-up of the front. I have yet to choose any buttons for this sweater, as I'm not sure who the sweater is for. I don't know whether to go for something girly and pretty or a little more unisex. We'll see... &nbsp; urlLink urlLink Debbie Bliss' Garter Stitch Jacket. All done! &nbsp; urlLink urlLink I think that while I'm looking for buttons, I may stick to smaller projects for a while.
I have all that chenille to knit with plus a few scarves and hats I've been putting off. Maybe a purse? So much to knit, and Christmas is only 5 months away! Arrgh! :) My knitting needles and I are going to remain best friends for a while! And that's...a good thing. 
