Sweatergirl learns something new everyday

Today's lesson - how to make a moebius cardigan: After joing the shoulders, be sure to twist the front before sewing to the back. No one in our three-dimensional space could wear it though.

E's lesson of the day - how to roll from back to front. This morning I was awakened by a piercing scream. E had rolled herself over to her belly, and she REALLY hates to be on her belly. Whew! Nothing serious. Not that I don't take her frustration seriously. Hopefully the front to back roll will come quickly!

On the agenda for the weekend - learning how to use Retayne. The bottle says: "Machine Application: Estimate the amount of water needed to cover cotton fabric. Fill machine to this level with HOT (140F) water. Add 1 tsp Retayne per yard of cotton fabric. Add dry cotton fabric. Set machine for a 20 minute wash. Use cool water during rinse cycle and dry at once." CarolineF gave me this info: "Someone got the lowdown on Retayne for me from her dyers list. They said use 1 tsp of Retayne for every 1/3 pound of fiber (so maybe 1 tsp per 100g hank of yarn knitted), in the hottest tap water you have, soak 20 minutes, squeeze out but DO NOT RINSE." I like this better. The Union Jack sweater will be the guinea pig! Wish us luck.