Yarn Shortage/learning experiences…
Now, I would probably never have actually picked this yarn myself. However, it was one of those deals where it was about 10% less if you allowed them to select some yarn in a color pallet you suggest, and then you both win - they weed out their orphan skeins of Cascade 220, and you get a good deal on some. Well, my idea of “cool jewel tones” is slightly different than theirs, so I got this combo. Meh. Anyway, I know it’s a good thing for me to occasionally work outside my comfort zone with color, so I just went with what I had on hand. Besides, I was being frugal. Ahem… Since I chose this striping sequence, the Claret was to be the predominant color in this little jacket. Granted, I didn’t do any math - just kind of “went for it and hoped for the best.” Ran out. So, I’m now waiting for replacement yarn. I found it here for about the same price - and I picked the color. I’m learning. I’m also impatiently waiting now. Maybe stalking the mailman just a little too.
I have also learned, AND decided that this will be going to a friend’s little one. These colors are so NOT my granddaughters. I’m going to probably get some KnitPicks Swish for the girls’. That way mom doesn’t have to remember to hand-wash it and I can find some girly colors for an affordable price.
