Friday, October 16, 2009

K2 P2

This week I finished a knit cowl. Originally I wanted to list it on my store because it matches the charcoal beret, but I really like it! I haven't decided if I should keep it, or list it and make another for myself later (even though later never comes!). I snagged a quick picture of it on my phone to share with you. I only kept it on long enough to grab the shot since it is SO hot here today!! This weekend will reach up to 100... I thought this was Fall?

Izzie has a new bow!

And here's a glimpse of what's currently on my needles. It will be a cowl that can also be worn as a warm winter headband. (color is a bit distorted, it's actually a rich burgundy)

I have another 3 day weekend ahead of me and for that, I am very thankful! So much to do, so little time! Here is my current crochet/knit to-do list:
  1. Knit cabled beret, oatmeal for Carrie
  2. Finish red cowl/headband for shop
  3. Grey fingerless mitts for Nicole
  4. Pumpkin hat for Crystal's baby
  5. Halloween headband for a swap (by Oct 31)
  6. Cabled hat for a swap (by Nov 6)
  7. Orange fingerless mitts for a swap (by end of Nov)
  8. Autumn/Fall hat for a swap (by Nov 6)
  9. Slippers for a swap (by Nov 30)
phew! And that doesn't include Xmas presents! I'm thinking I should slow down on the swaps for a while. It's so hard for me to say no, they're so fun! I got a hat from Germany last month and will be getting one from Portugal this month! Also, my husband has requested that I knit him a pair of socks for xmas. I've never done that before, any tips before I get started?

5 comments:

  1. If you decide to make socks, learn how to by using the magic loop method. Much easier than holding all the DPN's.

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  2. Your projects look great. You've got your work cut out for you. I know that Alhana is working on socks now. Maybe you can ask her for tips.

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  3. You are now a knitting pro! :-D

    I prefer knitting with DPNs rather than circular but it may be because my circular needles are awful. Anyway, regardless of the method you choose, I find this tutorial great for new knitters:

    http://www.cometosilver.com/socks/SockClass_Start.htm

    Until I saw it I didn't know you had to join the first round! lol

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  4. Once you start knitting socks, you'll never stop! Everyone will want some. There are some crochet sock patterns on Ravelry. A slipper swap, that sounds great!

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  5. you things are amazing.........i could never do that hahahahaha

    hope your having a great weekend


    P.S I am having another giveaway today...... :)

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