Bliss kimono

I am rather suspicious of Debbie Bliss patterns (see double-breasted pullovers 1 & 2), though I still make them because they are cute, simple, and hip. The yarn for this kimono has been around forever - the pink was something I made into a sweater for myself long ago and hated, and the brown trim remains from a vest I made for an evil boyfriend who preceded my husband by at least a couple relationships. So, this was a stash-buster. I am not a big fan of the blocking process (all that waiting...) but this sweater really fell into place as a result: it developed a whole new soft texture and even appearance in the process, and the bottom edging finally lay straight after I pinned it to the towel as it dried. I couldn't bear to knit the ties (Directions: knit 6 stitches for 18 inches - agh! This is where I find Bliss truly lame) so I sewed on some flowery ribbon instead. I don't like the way knitted fabric ties, anyways.