So, I've been knitting pretty regularly for about 5 days. I didn't feel any strain in my wrist. But, it must have been there. I had to stop my knitting to do a small crochet project in a very quick amount of time. There was some serious pain in my wrist and I ended up having to use an overhand hold (like I would in knitting) in order to get it finished.

Now, I'll have to rest awhile. I'll probably work on things like my website and some research perhaps. I'll probably get out some of my stitch pattern books and browse. And, I will get out my Big Girl Knits book for some research as well. Oh, and I'd like to go back to my Montse Stanley knitting book to learn more. And, of course, there's always cleaning the apartment that can be done. hahahahaha

Not to worry. I'm sure that rest will do the trick. It was just so annoying to have it happen just when I needed my wrist to work! I only had one day, for goodness sakes.

I've finished the back of the Carnivale Top and I've started working on the front. Once I get it seamed and tried on, I'll know if I'm on the right track. It just takes some time when I feel like I'm just experimenting. This is when I really wish I had been crocheting it! But, I need to challenge myself. I can't stand still, in the same place. Every challenge brings new knowledge. I just hope that I get lucky and it works the way I want it to work on the first try!

Kim, take it easy on those cute little wrists. :) They have work to do.;)

Try some capsicum cream. I have carpal tunnel in my right wrist. Capsicum cream does the trick. Stops the pain within a few minutes. I was so bad that I was litterally carrying my wrist around with my other hand. Rest is the best cure, but this stuff will help you get by.