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My knitting projects

Anatomy of a knitter (aka Karina blogger for Knitting and Purling)

This anatomy of a knitter? Basically describes me to a tee!


Introduction

If you had a chance to peek at my ginormous yarn collection over at My Yarn Dresser, then you’re well aware of my excessive addiction to purchasing yarn.

So it should come as no surprise that I would have an equally extensive pile of unfinished knitting projects to go with that huge pile of yarn!

Here is a comprehensive list of all knitting projects I’ve ever started (in recent years, anyway).

And yes, I said started because while I’ve successfully completed some of these, most were put on hold and left unfinished (So I could satisfy my secret inner A.D.D. self and jump to tackling new, exciting knitting projects… which also translates to me using shiny, new and different types of yarn! Please excuse me while I drool.).

Sample List of My Knitting Projects

(Note: Listed in chronological order by date, from oldest to newest)

1. “Cabled Riding Jacket” by Teva Durham ["Loop-d-Loop" Book]
Cabled Riding Jacket knitting project by Teva Durham [Loop-d-loop book]

Why I chose this project: Hourglass shape and flared bottom... what a flattering fit!

2. “Dressing Gown” by Jennie Atkinson ["Romantic Style" Book]
Dressing Gown knitting project by Jennie Atkinson [Romantic Style book]

Why I chose this project: Such romance! Plus, I wanted to challenge myself and this was most definitely one of the most challenging projects I've ever tackled!

3. “Komon Kimono” by Vicki Square ["Knit Kimono" Book]
Komon Kimono knitting project by Vicki Square [Knit Kimono book]

Why I chose this project: As a fan of Japanese... everything, I've always been attracted to the shape and aesthetics of a kimono

4. “Antillean Cardigan Sweater” by Louisa Harding ["Cardigans" Book]
Antillean Cardigan Sweater knitting project by Louisa Harding [Cardigans book]

Why I chose this knitting project: I absolutely adore cardigans designed by Louisa Harding (especially after successfully knitting one in the past!)

5. “Coastal Cardigan” by Sarah Dallas ["Rowan Knitting & Crochet" Magazine: Number 41, Spring/Summer 2007]
Coastal Cardigan knitting project by Sarah Dallas [Rowan Knitting and Crochet Magazine]

Why I chose this project: It looks so delicate and pretty, and I was drawn in by the lace details!

6. “Textured Circle Shrug” by Stefanie Japel ["Glam Knits" Book]
Textured Circle Shrug knitting project by Stefanie Japel [Glam Knits book]

Why I chose this project: It's flatteringly fitted, it's classic glamour, and it's oh-so-sexy!

7. “Trapeze Jacket” by Stefanie Japel ["Glam Knits" Book]
Trapeze Jacket knitting projects by Stefanie Japel

Why I chose this project: The idea of a glamorous cardigan made out of a chunky weight yarn really appealed to me!

Image sources: Anatomy of a knitter illustration courtesy of PenelopeTeapot.co.uk. All corresponding official knitting project images scanned from source books/magazines by Karina of KnittingandPurling.com.