Two days back at work, and I find myself

six days behind on my email,

two weeks behind in Bloglines,

five projects behind in my knitting,

seven episodes behind watching "Jon and Kate Plus Eight,"

three months behind in my exercise,

and desperately needing a nap. 

Not to mention the fact that our peonies, day-lilies and hostas are popping up (an exciting thing, since they are all transplants to this new house), the PJM rhodies are in bloom, and it is much more entertaining to check their progress every twenty minutes than to knit on my May Day sock or to watch Jon and Kate argue about who does what with their kids.

Anyway, with thoughts of another Green Gable, I am having some hesitation using the Berocco Touche. I can't quite put my finger on it, but before I cast on, do any of you have thoughts about this yarn? Is it suitable for a sweater? Does it wear and wash well?  Does it hold it's shape over time?  Would you recommend it for a garment?

Comments

[Carolec]

Hope you get caught up soon!

[Beth]

I'm using Touche for a Lace Surplice Top, but I haven't finished it yet. I do like knitting with it, but unfortunately I don't have answers to your questions. I'll be checking back in to see what others have to say. :)

[kathy b]

Lynne

It is all okay. One bite at a time. You know, you can only eat an elephant one bite at a time. Try not to feel pressured. You are still healing you know.

[Amanda]

I used touche for my Ms Marigold last year, and Rusted Root (which is headed to the frog pond). I've washed ms marigold a few times and worn it a few times, and it seems to hold up just fine. It actually hasnt stretched out as much as would have expected it to, since it's cotton. I think it's a lovely cotton.

[Lisa]

I LOVE KATE!!! She cracks me up!!! The time they went to the Crayola Factory and she almost had a nervous breakdown was the best! Go to TLC on demand and you can watch all day!!

[Maria]

Lynne cant wait to start the sweater all the yarn is here lusious colors ..See ya monday.. Maria

[Emily]

Every time I watch Jon and Kate Plus 8 I tell Ellie how happy I am that she is only 1.

[Kat]

Have you tried swatching and hanging it up for a day or two? That will help you know how it will (or won't) grow.

I hear you on the behind issue and working. I am now always behind!

[Estella]

I have 7 skeins of Touche waiting to be turned into something...never thought of Green Gable as the yarn I used for my first one wasn't pretty when finished. Hard to describe. I got my Touche intending to make Sahara but it was running too small with too much negative ease. I'll be curious to see if anyone has input on Touche as I've been dying to use the yarn.

[Debby]

Enjoy your garden. Those flowers don't last long! The email etc will always be there. ((hugs))

[Teyani]

Chuckling here - how do we ever find time to work, and get everything else done!
I'm glad you are healing. Take it slow.

[keri]

I can definitely relate, I feel the same way! =)

[Karma]

I just want to say... welcome back to work and the real world... all of the things you're behind on can wait... go take your nap and rest. :)

I also want to tell you that you really inspired me to make a scoop-neck vest. I have the pattern and some lovely Blue Sky cotton (color: pickle! ha!). Any tips on choosing a size? I read your "franken-sizing" choices... how did they work out for you? I guess I'm worried about the ribbed section being a) too tight and showing all of my lumps and b) being too big and not proving that I do indeed have a waist.

[alison]

Don't let the other stuff get to you. Remember to smell the flowers. They only last a season, the rest is always there.

[Sue]

Welcome back to work! I hope you are doing well, Lynne, and not experiencing too much pain after you arrive home from work for the day. Take gentle care ~