I love knitting vests. I work in the round until the armhole, then divide and finish each side, and only have the neckband and armbands to do– no boring sleeves to knit.
Here’s a crop of recently finished projects.
For Luke- a college friend of my daughter: bulky yarn on size 13 needles. For me, a green tweed in rib stitch, 
and for the little boys and their grandfather, matching vests. And for my grand-daughter- a jumper in bright turquoise with a lace bobble border. 
cyclingrandma 
They’re gorgeous, I love yours especially – that belt just finishes it off!
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And hopefully makes me look less fat. Thanks!
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You’re beautiful Lisa! I always say, especially to women: No need to highlight your percieved faults or put yourself down, there are always plenty of people lining up to do that for you!
Be kind and good to you.
Diana xo
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Thanks Diana and I was sort of kidding. Not that self-absorbed… xox
On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 1:37 PM, cyclingrandma
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Adorable children. Your granddaughter looks like you!
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Thanks.. they are yummy. Not sure if she looks like me.
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She sure is darling!
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I’m impressed! Love your vest too.
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Thanks!
On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 2:30 PM, cyclingrandma
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Love the vests. I told Roy I wanted to make a try ay knitting. He chuckled a little. You are making me want to do it.
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You could learn! I could teach you! Let’s make a date!
On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 3:38 PM, cyclingrandma
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How charming! Lucky grandchildren to have such a talented and generous grandmother.
Sent from my iPhone
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Thanks!
On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 4:31 PM, cyclingrandma
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Great job Lisa. Your grandchildren are adorable too. Miss knitting with you at Kenyon. Hope all is well with you
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Thanks, Nancy. Not that hard– yes, miss Kenyon! Knitting & tennis.
On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 4:36 PM, cyclingrandma
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Love the one you created for yourself. And the vest that became a dress.
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The vests are AMAZING!! and of course the children are adorable!!
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Thanks! Yes they are!
On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 7:36 PM, cyclingrandma
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Beautiful work. It’s amazing to me that people still knit, despite the machines that can create all sorts of knitted clothing so quickly. But of course, there’s a bit of you in the product. And I am sure that there’s great pleasure in wearing one of your creations.
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Thanks- love doing it. I can’t crochet– just knit. And love making for family …
On Mon, Jan 13, 2014 at 5:27 AM, cyclingrandma
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Hmm, I almost never wear shirts with collars, which is what I think of for vests, but that’s a good idea. I’ve made a bunch of tube scarves, since I just have to cast on to the round needles and keep going until it seems like I’m done. No counting or other complications!
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Ah that’s an idea of my next projects- I like cowls and scarves too.
On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 6:18 PM, cyclingrandma
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Yes, the cowls go very quickly, maybe about 2-3 hours of steady knitting for each. They’re easy to pick up and put down. I just ran out of necks to put them on!
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yes, that’s a problem too! How many do I need?
On Thu, Jan 16, 2014 at 9:45 AM, cyclingrandma
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Amazing! You are incredible! These are all gorgeous, Lisa.
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Thanks! Fun to do.
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You are one talented girlfriend! I don’t know how to knit…but I know when someone else has a gift. And you have the knack…for many things!
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Thanks! It’s a passion.
On Mon, Jan 20, 2014 at 6:33 PM, cyclingrandma
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