FO - Nathan's blue inca

Staying home yesterday with a sick child gave me hours to knit. I decided to finish off Nathan's blue inca sweater. I knit it using the percentage system, Nathan requested a hoodie and a pocket, so he got one. He won't try it on coz it's too hot, but it looks like it'll fit.

Knitting with bulky

I bought some patons inca in the big spotlight sale and have started a sweater for Nathan. I know it's the wrong season, but I'm hoping to be prepared once the weather gets cooler, although we are having quite a few scorchers at the moment.

I haven't knit with yarn this thick before and while at first it felt awkward with such large needles, I must admit I'm loving it. Brilliant for quick results and satisfaction. I cast on on Saturday, have finished the body and 1 sleeve, begun 2nd sleeve and hoping to join them all tonight.

There is no pattern, just basic Elizabeth Zimmerman bottom up raglan construction. Easy, memorized and effective. The yarn has 3 main plus and one is a different shade, giving the fabric a bit of depth and interest. Photos to follow soon, probably when it's finished, though, which is hopefully very very soon.

Today's Spotlight Haul!

I went to spotlight today for their massive end of year sale. I also had 2 coupons for $10 off. And what I came away with is unbelievable!

7 50g balls Patons Inca blue 7026
7 50g balls Patons Inca brown 7030
12 50g balls cleckheaton green 1301
12 50g balls cleckheaton grey 0216
20 50g balls cleckheaton wide olive green 0006

And all it cost me was $77!!! Unbelievable! Going by retail shelf prices it should've cost me over $350! I'm honestly amazed and thrilled. I have enough for 3 sweaters for myself and 2 for my son.

I love sales!!!!!