How did you find the Cup and what motivated you to give the Cup a try?
I’d seen the Cup around Ravelry for a while, and when I had the opportunity to play as a NQFY at the start of Winter ‘18 term, I thought I’d give it a whirl. The Cup provides excellent motivation for my least favorite crafting tasks: weaving in ends and sewing on buttons!
What, in your own estimation, is your wackiest/most awesome project and why?
The tumbling block vest, which was a mishmash of various inspirations--I used a pattern for the basic shape, scaled it to suit my own gauge and the size I was after, added the tumbling block pattern, knit it in the round instead of flat, and added my first steeks.
What characteristics do you love most about the Tower so far? How do these things impact and change or encourage you?
I really like the dorm and big/little eagle systems. The smaller communities are great for keeping up progress on longer-term projects and encouraging turn-ins for smaller projects (e.g., Quidditch).
What is on your crafting bucket list?
Two-color brioche, Alice Starmore cable and colorwork patterns, and argyle socks knit in the round.
What is currently on your needles/hook?
Illumine (shawl), Love’s Promise (cardigan), and Barley (hat).
I hope you've enjoyed getting to know the Firsties this term. Soon they will be our rising second years!
