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hey- I'm new to this community (also l.j.) and I just started knitting. Since i'm a beginner, I'll be starting with scarves, but eventually i'd like to move up and create something similiar to this...
I'm guessing the pattern would be easy- because there aren't any sleeves. Any experienced knitters here that can tell me whether or not i'll need 5 years of practice before i can make this? Thanks!

p.s. great community! you all have such amazing creativity~