Crappy photos today, thanks to the terrible light and being in a bit of a rush!
[By the way, if you missed the big blanket reveal last week, you can find it here]
So, works in progress/reading update...
Well, Cria has had a few more rows added, nothing worth taking a new solo picture though. Same for my sock - a little longer than last week but not by much ;)
On to the projects with worthy updates *grins*
The Fuzzy Ballet Sweater has been coming along nicely:
I've finished the back and have started on one of the fronts. This picture is a slightly more accurate colour than last week's, which made it look like I was knitting with pure gold *laughs* The yarn is Rowan Kidsilk Aura, and the silk in it really does catch the light when you try and take a photo. It's lovely, soft, silky and fuzzy ;)
You may have noticed, there is another project on the needles. I really don't need another project on the go, but I am bored of my sock, not enjoying Cria, and the ballet top reminded me that I should have things I enjoy working on to make up for it. Plus, after finishing the blanket, I found myself missing the pure simplicity of garter stitch (weird, I know, I used to hate it with a passion!)So I have cast on for a Hitchhiker. I love the shape, with the sawtooth edge and the gentle widening of the scarf. It is really simple to do, making it perfect TV knitting. And I love this yarn. Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend. I've used it once before and fell in love and I'd forgotten just how much I enjoy knitting with it.
The only problem with it is making sure the yarn and pattern match. I'm not usually a fan of variegated yarns, they can look a bit messy to me, but I got this colourway cheaply on ebay and couldn't resist ;)
The pattern is for sock yarn/4ply but I think it works just as well in DK.
Close up, to demonstrate 2 things; firstly that I can take a photo that is in focus and secondly because I think it shows how the garter stitch works in this yarn...
So, that's the knitting I've been doing. Of course adding projects leaves less time for reading, so I'm rereading another old favourite, Fight Club. One of the rare occasions where the film is as good as the book, if not better.
For more knitting and reading goodness, head over to Tami's and Ginny's :)
LOL - I love Fight Club!! But I haven't read the book...and am a bit embarrassed to admit that I didn't even know that there was a book...oops - I just admitted it!
ReplyDeleteThe scarf is looking awesome, and I love the edge to it - and so true that you need to take time to do the projects that you love :) I am finding the same thing on this end.... :)
I love the fuzzy ballet sweater and want to check the link out, but I'm afraid to! I know if I look I'll want to cast one on and I really don't have time for a new project! Oh, I guess it wouldn't hurt just to look ;) xx
ReplyDeleteEveryone needs just one more project! (that's what I tell myself) I love your sweater, it is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI also love hitchhiker. I have a ball of yarn just waiting to become one.
ReplyDeleteNice knitting. Hitchiker is in my queue, but I can't decide on what yarn to use for it.
ReplyDeleteI love the yarn you've picked for the hitchiker
ReplyDeleteI love all your yarn choices. The Fuzzy Ballet Sweater is very cool.
ReplyDeleteBoth projects looking good, lovely yarn xx
ReplyDeleteI love that fuzzy ballet sweater. Your hitchhiker looks great with that yarn.
ReplyDeleteI love the shape of that Hitchhiker. I'm trying to think of what would work in my stash with it.
ReplyDeleteLovely Hitchhiker! Everything else looks great too. I know just what you mean about garter stitch. It seems dull as dirt but it is so soothing.
ReplyDeleteThe hitchhiker is gorgeous. I'm about half way through one and I need to find the motivation to pick it back up again. Love the colours in yours, very pretty!
ReplyDeleteHitchhiker is a perfect match for that yarn. I have used Silk Blend before and it is lovely!
ReplyDeleteFor me it's always good to have more than one thing underway - lets you alternate depending on your mood and energy level.
Your hitchhiker looks great!!! Congrats on finishing the blanket - I know that was a HUGE accomplishment! ;-D
ReplyDeleteYour hitchhicker looks gorgeous! I think its important to have something you love to knit and well as the hard stuff!
ReplyDeletelove love love LOVE the vibrant color of that Hitchhiker. I've never seen that pattern before...it's nice!
ReplyDeleteso nice! love the colors on the socks & the neat little scarf.
ReplyDeletehave a great wipw day! thanks for oh-so-nice comment. :o)
love all your projects in particular the ballet cardigan. Your finished blanket looks great, well done
ReplyDeleteOh I so need to cast on the hitchhiker for my big girl. Thank you for the link. Your's is lookinh wonderful in that colourway.
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The ballet sweater looks so nice and soft! I like the details and the simplicity of the Hitchhicker! Great Job on the blanket!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that Hitchhiker, color and shape.
ReplyDeleteLove the hitchhiker!!!! I have yarn that would work very well for that. And enjoy Fight Club. I read a while ago and remember enjoying it. I have to admit the book and the movie blur a little for me since I have seen the movie many, many times.
ReplyDeleteI see you observed the first and second rules. very good. I love the Hitchhiker.. great choice in yarns I think... and great photo background with the suitcase!
ReplyDeleteYou can't have too many projects on the needles, you can only have too few needles to put them all one. I love it all!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous yarn color for your Hitchhiker!!! Ah, if only we could all knit with pure gold. =)
ReplyDeleteI love the hitchhiker, it's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat inspiring knitting projects! Your sweater looks like it will be lovely. :)
ReplyDeleteI want one of those scarf things!........Please!
ReplyDeleteooh! So many great projects going on!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a lot of fun things on your needles right now! I have to look into that hitchhiker scarf. Interesting construction!
ReplyDeletehitchhiker is such a nice pattern! I might have to give it a whirl.
ReplyDeleteI love that you have a ton of WIP's in your pic! It's so honest . . . I should try that sometime, except that one of my WIP's is a huge afghan that's a pain and a half to drag out unless I'm about to work on it. But it's good to have more than one thing going at a time, I think. I like putting in a good chunk of work on something, but then being able to switch to something else if I still feel like crafting, but I'm a bit tired of the current project.
ReplyDeletelove all your wip's, you'll be busy for a while. happy knitting. :)
ReplyDeletep.s. your mom is so cute.
Some great projects and you have bee makign super fast progress. SOmetimes something new is the perfect answer :)
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