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This pile used to be my Phentex slippers. I realized several inches in that I was doing a 2/2 stripe when I really wanted a 3/3 stripe.
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While I had everything apart, I tried the provisional cast on for gathering. FAIL.
Then I tried to cut and sew down a seam. The results were not too bad. I was cautiously encouraged.
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I cast back on from the heel side this time and added a 12 stitch stockinette steek. I intend to knit merrily along until the time comes when I realize I have another major goof on my hands. You just know it's coming.