I haven’t actually gotten started yet, though I think I probably will. I have a huge amount of the rainbow assortment I used in that granny square blanket left here and I’m thinking a ripple about the same size would be pretty in those colors. Just because it’s predictable doesn’t mean it isn’t pleasing, right?
I’ve been looking at patterns. I don’t want to actually use one, since there’s a possibility that I’ll sell this project, but I am seriously in need of ripply inspiration and the pattern browsing is giving me ideas. I don’t have any illusions about the fact that whatever stitch pattern I settle on will have been done before by someone somewhere, but it’s important to me that I originate it anyway. Partially this is for the selling thing, and partially because I want to *really* understand what I’m doing, and having to think it through to that extent will be good for my understanding. I know it’s basic, but it’s still fascinating to me.
I’ve been looking at the pics of the hat I just finished and I’m pretty dissatisfied with it. It made a good trial run, though, and I think I know how to make it look the way I saw it in my head. I’ll probably start on that tomorrow, while the idea is still fresh in my mind.
I can’t believe how quickly this has all become a focus for me again, but I’m so excited by the things I’m making that I just can’t slow down. It’s a really good feeling, and I’m determined to enjoy it while it lasts.