Well I have officially abandoned the Lace and Cable Cowl - not the pattern's fault - it was the yarn. Too itchy and there are small flecks of lint that are constantly coming off the yarn. For someone who primarily wears black, we were in for some issues. I haven't ripped it out yet, but it is already forgotten sitting in a bag. Will find another more suitable yarn for me and knit it later.
So, in frustration with my itchy yarn, I started another project. Forecast - from Stephanie Japel - this was published in Knitty back in 2005 and I really liked it, but just had so many other projects. It was not until I saw all of the cool modifications people made to it on Ravelry that I decided to cast on. Ravelry is so great for finding new little ways to make your knits fit and look better - it is really the only place I ever look for patterns anymore.
I am using a nice creamy colored wool blend with a strand of brown through it, so it is looking great. Maybe tonight I will get some pictures, but so far so good!
