I actually have quite a lot of progress to report this week *grins* Plus, a load of additional progress on my current un-bloggable projects... Lots of knitting activity ;)
My sock is now at the toe decreases, which means it is so close to being done at last. Luckily this is the second sock, so I shall soon be able to wear them and bask in the joy of a third set of handknit socks.
Fuzzy ballet sweater's sleeves are coming along. They're about halfway done if I make them the same length as the pattern (which I think I will, I was planning to make them longer, but I don't think they will look quite right).
I have actually made some progress on Cria too. I motored through about 15 rows yesterday, which is a huge improvement compared to my usual 3-rows-then-get-fed-up approach *laughs* And now I'm about 10 rows away from starting the pocket openings, so hopefully the motivation of getting to a less boring part of the pattern will help!
But most impressively, I have not cast anything else on *is amazed* I keep thinking about it, of course, but I have resisted the urge. I really do want to get some of these projects finished before I start something new, even though I also really, really want to start something new and shiny ;)
Hopefully the sock will be finished very soon, and that takes me down to only 2 projects on the needles (well, ignoring Christmas present knitting). I'm pretty sure at that point I won't be able to resist casting on something else, it would be unnatural *laughs*
As ever, you know where to go for more works in progress and yarn along posts ;)
very good work. i can't wait to see the finished socks x
ReplyDeleteYey! What is it with knitting... I have just finished the first section of a new cardie, four more pieces to make, but I couldn't resist downloading a new pattern and buying a new circular for a new stash-busting project! I must try harder to be faithful. Repeat after me; oneatatime, oneatatime, oneatatime ;0)
ReplyDeleteYOur cria is looking sooo beautiful! And congrats on the socks - love the color!
ReplyDeleteYou've made a lot of progress -- gotta feel good about that!
ReplyDeleteGreat progress! And good for you for not casting on other things, I need to get better at that :)
ReplyDeleteI totally dig those nice long socks!
ReplyDeleteHow's the Huge Laurie book?
Everything looks great! I just love your socks. I bet you'll love wearing them:)
ReplyDeleteI have been praising myself for not casting on projects lately too... must finish birthday/Christmas knitting first!
ReplyDeletehooray for finished socks! it is hard not to cast on new projects isn't it? i am finding the closer we get to the holiday's the more i have on my needles!
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Only 2 projects on the needles!!??? WOW! What control! And no new cast ons? What discipline. You are my hero!!!
ReplyDeleteI am Queen of the Slow Sock, so I feel your pain. Hang in there, though -- you're nearly at the finish line! Which, of course, should be rewarded with a shiny new project. Hope it's soon!
ReplyDeleteLovely knits! And I wish I was so disciplined about resisting the 'cast on' urge ;).
ReplyDeleteWOOHOO on the socks :) It is such a great feeling when you get them finished isn't it?
ReplyDeleteAnd good for you to resist the urge... I have one project left unfinished now... so that urge is hitting hard :D
Wow! That is one VERY tall sock!
ReplyDeleteGood job on the socks! I can't find where I put the third sock I started.
ReplyDeletelovely progress! you'll be wearing your handknits in no time!
ReplyDeleteYou are really plugging away on those projects. You should totally reward yourself for sticking to the plan after finishing the socks. Your Cria is looking awesome!
ReplyDeleteFabulous sweater.
ReplyDeleteProgress!! That is wonderful, but you have to admit casting on a new project is super fun :)
ReplyDeleteOh wow, your second sock is looking wonderful, love how long you have made them....and that you have kept going!
ReplyDeleteWoah - they are looking fabulous!!!! I'm checking in on Friday on those socks *hint hint*
ReplyDeleteyour sock looks great, love the yarn! Your sweater is lovely too!
ReplyDeleteKudos on your progress. I've been working on the same blanket for 5 years!
ReplyDeleteYour socks look great! The color is so vibrant and happy. I love how Cria looks but it's a lot of stockinette...best of luck to you!
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that Hugh Laurie writes books.
ReplyDeleteYour socks look great!
Beautiful projects. I am in awe, as I am a beginner. Thank you for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteLong socks - love them x You will never see me without a pair of knitted socks on (not by me) my mother in law has a new pair for me regularly.
ReplyDeleteWell done getting motivated with Cria, it's looking fantastic! I love the colour of yor socks, can't wait to see the pair!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing your finished socks. Your Cria looks great.
ReplyDeleteI love the Cria sweater! Only 3 WIPS? that's impressive! My number of UFO's keeps creeping up again. : )
ReplyDeleteBoth sock and sweater look great!! I love the colorway of the sock - really cute!
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