It's been a while since I've posted, but I have been doing a little knitting. I finally finished the monkey socks. Here's a progress shot from a few weeks ago: And the finished project: I also cast on another moebius scarf. It's moving along. This is a good project for when my hands are tired … Continue reading On the needles
Socks and another Hat!
I seem to be on a finishing streak around here. We'll see how long it lasts. I finished my Inga hat this weekend, just in time for the weather to warm up. I wanted to take a picture before I steamed it, to remind myself how much blocking helps: And after steaming: Doesn't seem much … Continue reading Socks and another Hat!
Cutaway Progress
Now that the Christmas knitting is done (of which I have no photos yet). I've been able to get back to my cutaway. I re-finished the back, and both sleeves are done. I had to re-knit the back when I realized I'd made a mistake with the ribbing. I'm pleased with the sleeves considering the … Continue reading Cutaway Progress
Dragon Socks and the fair and more sock knitting
Well, no ribbons for my socks this year. But I'm really glad I tried. I didn't get to see them (we went away), but C & E checked on them for me. The feedback I got was that the ribbon winners were more colorful as well as textured, and done with very fine stitches. So, … Continue reading Dragon Socks and the fair and more sock knitting
Man, I’ve been knitting a long time
I realized this weekend I've been knitting for 20 years now, with a 3 year break for graduate school. In that time I counted 16 adult sweaters knit, at least 7 kids, and a full layette set. I have no clue how many booties and hats I've knit. So, this blog should be good for … Continue reading Man, I’ve been knitting a long time