It took me a while to figure this out, but one thing that has helped a LOT in following the chart is a little mnemonic I made up to help me remember which double decrease is which:
See those last two on the key? I much prefer the S1, K2tog, psso. The symbol looks a little like a Y, so I named it "YAY!"
The K3tog is quite frustrating to do with this thin, inelastic cotton; it always makes me say "Grrrrrr" when I get to it. The symbol looks like a bear's claw swiping at me and growling, "Grrrrrr!"
Now that I've made these associations, I don't have to look at the key each and every time I come to one of these symbols to figure out which is which! It has really helped me pick up the pace.
Do you guys do things like this?
Omg I do that too, too funny!
ReplyDeleteI totally do this type of thing - it's the only way to keep myself (my brain?) on track with some things. But, "yay" and "grrr" have never been on my repertoire - I like the way you think!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to remember which is which!
ReplyDeleteThose are very clever mnemonics! K3tog can be difficult for sure since it can be hard to get under that third st.
ReplyDeleteI do this sort of thing all the time .... love your versions :)
ReplyDeleteLove it! I totally do stuff like that too... Got what you were talking about immediately. :) Can't wait to see your sweater!
ReplyDeleteLooks like I'm in good company!
ReplyDeleteI think I do something similar, though never yay and grrr - but you might have just added them to my repertoire.
ReplyDeleteIf you ever need any help, or would just like to get together for a little knitting, let me know:)
ReplyDeleteHahaha, this is great! I once heard that the siller (or ruder) your mnemonic is, the easier it is to remember. Not sure if it's true, haha. I love making mnemonics up too!
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