Tamara was kind enough to ask after Clover, Spaniel of Joy, and how she's adjusting to the move. I'd say she enjoys her new digs overall, but is suffering from that metaphysical crisis of wherever she goes, there she is. It is Clover's greatest wish to scare someone, anyone. She didn't scare the two elderly dogs down the block when we lived in Milwaukee (in fact, when they walked past our house and heard her bark, they'd roll their eyes in doggie derision). She couldn't scare the Indian food delivery guy in Chicago, or any member of the cleaning staff, and when she tried to frighten the gardener, he actually scooped her up and tucked her under his arm like a parcel. For hours afterward she hid in her puppy house, ears hanging low in shame. This new house has a big back yard with rabbits--lots of them. At first Clover was very excited by this and did her special pointing at one (very cute--using her little elbow), but the most she could inspire from the bunny was a casual backward glance. Our next door neighbor was enthused to see we had a dog, and asked us to walk Clover into her yard sporadically to deter rabbits from eating her plants. We perform this task dutifully, but with little hope.
Clover does bark and jump, and although small is at least 14 pounds--hardly a chihuahua. And yet, no one cowers in her presence. It's a mystery.
The sweater is gorgeous (as is the model). Even my mother wouldn't find your dog threatening..
Posted by: Ingrid | July 23, 2008 at 08:43 PM
Poor Clover - I don't get it. I simply cannot fathom the soul that wouldn't quiver at her ruffle clad fierceness ;)
Daisy is a lovely girl and the sweater equally charming. Well done.
Your prolific knitting continues to astound me.
sarah
Posted by: Sarah | July 23, 2008 at 09:27 PM
Well Clover could live with me any time she wants and she doesn't have to scare anyone!
She's a doll!
Your knitting amazes me!
Posted by: Heather P. | July 23, 2008 at 09:36 PM
Daisy and her sweater are lovely!
Maybe it's just me, but Clover seems to be saying "Whatchu talkin' 'bout, Willis?"...
C
Posted by: Carys | July 23, 2008 at 11:51 PM
Didn't you only cast on that sweater yesterday? Good grief.
And the dog looks seriously pissed off that you put her in a dress AND THEN PHOTOGRAPHED HER FOR THE WORLD TO SEE.
Posted by: suse | July 24, 2008 at 06:27 AM
Am I crazy or do the colors in the yoke match Daisy's eyes? Gorgeous, either way!
I'm afraid Clover suffers from Schnauzer Syndrome -- small enough to be dressed in a toddler-sized costume. My childhood friend P and I used to dress her schnauzer in her old ballet tutus and parade her up and down the sidewalk. In our defense, though, the dog LIKED IT. I'm pretty sure.
Posted by: Badger | July 24, 2008 at 08:39 AM
Excellent sweater. Fearsome dawg.
Posted by: kmkat | July 24, 2008 at 09:40 AM
Lovely,lovely demure Daisy and that great sweater.Great job Jenny.
As for Clover,I can read her mind,"never mind what she writes,I protect this family"(in her own special voice)
Posted by: Irma Perlman | July 24, 2008 at 11:36 AM
Just gorgeous....Daisy, the sweater, and the pics!!
Posted by: Dixie | July 24, 2008 at 02:16 PM
My 2-year-old loves the picture of Clover. "The doggy is FUNNY!" If I scroll away from the picture, he repeats, "Mommy will find the doggy!" (hint hint, mom)
Did I mistakenly refer to Clover as a "he?" I can't remember. If so, I apologize.
Posted by: Tamara | July 24, 2008 at 04:11 PM
Wow, what a gorgeous sweater (and model)!
Posted by: whitney | July 24, 2008 at 05:30 PM
Whoa, that was one speedily finished sweater!! Daisy looks lovely - it brings out the green in her eyes.
Posted by: Rebekah | July 25, 2008 at 05:57 PM
I tried looking for that pattern online, but can't locate it. Which book is it in? I'd love to make one too. :-)
Clover is stunning in her dress.....looks a little peeved, but nonetheless stunning.
Posted by: Jus Shar Designs | July 27, 2008 at 01:23 AM