Thank you Suzanne for telling me about this fun event. Stephanie (AKA the yarn harlot) is setting up a Knitting Olympics and I've decided to join in on the fun. I just need some help deciding on what project to make.

Choice number 1 is the Catch-a-wave wrap from th 7/05 issue of creative knitting. It's a simple not so little wrap that has a zigzag pattern to it. Pros: Should definitely be able to finish this in 16 days and I can use yarn from my stash for the colorful ridges. Cons: Simple (possibly tedious and boring) stitch and not a huge challenge to complete in time.

Choice #2 is Marshmallow from the 6/05 issue of Knitting. This sweater was the whole reason I bought this issue. Pros: will be a challenge to complete; I already have the yarn I want to use; and it will be done just in time for our spring weather. Cons: It's and experienced design so I don't know if I'll be able to knit on it at SNB.

Choice #3 the world map sweater from Spring/summer of 1991. I've coveted this sweater since '91 but have 1 excuse after another for not making it. Pros: I want to make it and it fits the Olympic spirit. Cons: I have no freaking clue if I even have a hope of finishing it within the 16 day time frame.

And finally choice #4 is the Nasty Dog Dragon Scarf from scarf style. I've loved this scarf since Monica first shared her wonderful book. Pros: I need a scarf that is just mine and I can use some of the leftover Dr. Who yarn for the color work. Cons: I'm not sure how much I would actually wear it.


So those are my choices. What are your thoughts? Do I go for the huge challenge of the World sweater or do I go for something easier? Should I make something I will probably wear a lot (like Marshmallow) or go for something I've been wanting to make for a while? Decisions, decisions.