Baby got back

So here's the back; I've already cast on for the front and am on the 3rd pattern repeat there. The springy yarn was interesting, I hope I kept it loose enough so I won't have to suck in my gut when I finally wear it! I made 6 pattern repeats instead of 5 for more coverage (either that or don't eat chocolate, which I can't see myself doing). It's a nice touch that the lace pattern ended with 2 completed "leaves" at each side, so it doesn't just end into reverse stockinette stitch.

I've got my eye on the Braided Pullover in the same issue of Rebecca that I'll make with Lion Brand Cotton-Ease. It's the same as the orange top on the cover, only with sleeves. My blog title is "Yummy Yarn" so I really want to explore all the possibilities! I went to the LYS a couple miles from my house and played touchy-feely with their goodies.... I fell in lust with Debbie Bliss' Cotton Angora and Cotton Cashmere! BUT I left empty-handed, but I'll be back now that I found a place to s&b.

Many thanks to Anita who kindly answered my questions on circular knitting. She's knitting her Vintage Knits Lace Camisole in the round (see June 22 entry), something I never thought of doing, but will apply to a future project. Anita also suggested starting off with socks and hats; I'm not much for knitting on 00s or 1s (can't stress the climbing fingers too much!) so socks are out of the question, but I just may try a hat.