I only took a picture of a couple of my WIPs , partly because they are the only ones with progress, and partly because I was too lazy to get Cria out of the project bag and laid out to look longer than last time ;) I have done a few more rows, but nothing worth documenting really.
So, my sock and boyfriend's second sock have grown a little (mine more so if I'm honest - I got bored of ribbing!). And current reading material is an old favourite. I love this book (but don't talk to me about the film - ugh) and have read it more times than I can remember. I was in the mood for something uncomplicated after the book I showed last week - which was fantastic; I really enjoyed it but it wasn't a lazy book (does that make sense to anyone other than me?!)
I have also made quite a lot of progress on the blanket. In fact, when the light brown section reaches the end of the dark brown section, I will have finished the blocks from the pattern:
However, because I made up my own dimensions based on how I thought it should look, instead of following the pattern, it is much shorter than I would like. Which means I need to work out a configuration of new blocks to make it longer while still looking balanced. So it'll be a little while before it is finished, but I still love knitting it so it won't be too much of a hardship ;)
Joining in with Ginny's Yarn Along and Tami's WIP Wednesdays, so check out their links to more knitting and reading...
i really need to try knitting socks, i brought some lovely rainbow sock yarn, but i just can't bring myself to face it lol..so i ordered a crocheting sock book *laughs*
ReplyDeleteyours look awesome!! :)
Love the sock, looks like it's not too far off the end now? I find there's always a point in any project where you get a bit bored/eager to finish, but it's always worth it when you've finished :) x
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you are reading "The Beach" AGAIN!
ReplyDeleteI loved the beach when I read it years ago but have not seen the film, I do remember thinking that leonardo di caprio was a rubbish choice. It is a bit odd that it has come up today as I saw it in a charity shop yesterday and thought about rereading it. I might have to pick it up next time I am in town if it is still there.
ReplyDeleteI admire people who can make socks, because it looks so difficult (too many needles for me)
ReplyDeleteI like what you have done on your blanket so far, nice colours too!
Wow, your socks look beautiful! xx
ReplyDeleteYour socks looks great! I'm always getting to that totally bored and ready to be done with a project. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a huge sock! Lovely colors.
ReplyDeleteGreat progress on all your projects.
ReplyDeleteYour socks are looking great. :D Good luck with your blanket, it's looking great and I'm sure you'll manage to balance it nicely. :)
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about men's socks. Sometimes the simple ribbing is really nice, but then you get so bored with it. it's perfect for standing in line or watching a movie with. good luck. Does he have big feet?
ReplyDeleteI love block blankets, looking forward to seeing a pic when you've finished it :)
ReplyDeleteThe socks look great!! I didn't realize you were changing the size of the blocks on the blanket...hmmm... very interesting, you!
ReplyDeleteRibbing is the boring part! Never read The beach, but I saw the movie several years ago....actually can`t remember much.. :) Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteThe socks look great! The blanket will be beautiful! I love those colors.
ReplyDeleteLove how the blanket is turning out...also the socks look great! Love your statement about "so many crafts, so little time".....tis true :)
ReplyDeleteYour socks are looking good. I've suffered from too many crafts, too little time.
ReplyDeleteI always like to knit more for me than for him!! I have not read that book yet, thanks for the recommendation!!
ReplyDeletethose are going to be so nice and comfy! such pretty colors.
ReplyDeleteThe Beach!! I read this one in HS and I still think about it from time to time. I never did watch the movie. I guess it's good that I didn't?
ReplyDeleteLove the socks! I'm knitting some now, and they are *really* boring, but worth it in the end, right?
ReplyDeleteCome one, you are such a tease with your pictures of the blanket.
ReplyDeleteLovely socks!
ReplyDeleteRibbing can be dull, but the resulting socks fit so snugly that it's worth it! I'm impressed that you're still loving knitting your blanket - I get tired of blankets before I'm even halfway!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see that blanket done. I'm thinking of doing one, in shades of maroon, red, pink, cream and purple.
ReplyDeleteYour socks and blanket are coming along great! I love what you wrote in the About Me section on your blog. The part about grand ideas and grave disappointments sounds like me!
ReplyDeleteYour projects look great :-)
ReplyDeleteIt's worth taking the time to get the blanket length right -- I have a quilt and a knitted afghan on my couch at the moment which are both just a little too short, and it annoys me every time I use them.
That is a huge sock! Fantastic colourway too xx
ReplyDeleteA friend sent me the Cria pattern...and granted, I have yet to make a sweater, but it looks kind of difficult - so I can't wait to see how yours comes out :)
ReplyDeleteI'm glad I'm not the only one who feels like she hasn't made much progress this week. I completely understand where you are coming from with the book thing. Sometimes an easy read is needed!
ReplyDeleteThe color block blanket will be very nice when it's finished. I like that pattern.
ReplyDeleteThe socks are looking terrific. I had the same problem when I made the chalice baby blanket. I ended up having to knit a border along the edges to make it bigger. At the end of a long day, all I want to do is sit and knit an uncomplicated project or read a fun & easy book.
ReplyDeleteGreat socks! I can't wait till mine look like that!
ReplyDeleteGreat looking socks ! Goes to show , diffrent strokes for diffrent folks .... I prefer ribbing to plain old stockinette stitch socks .
ReplyDeleteI love your socks!
ReplyDeletewaiting...for the finished blanket! i can't believe you are that far along, but it is gonna be awesome!
ReplyDelete:)
jen