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I feel bad that I have not updated more often these past few weeks. It's not that I don't want too, or that I don't think about it. It has to do with time and the things I am working on.
I did finish the hat and mitts for my DIL's b-day and she was quite grateful for them. They went to Las Vegas for their birthdays and I knew that it would be chilly up there in the evening. She said they came in quite handy and fit fantastically.
Remember, I had told you that as soon as those items were done, I was going to start on the Rowan book and pick out a top to make with some of my very special Blue Heron Metallic yarn. Well, that didn't happen.
This happened
So than I was going to start on the sweater but got sidetracked again by this.
I go a wonderful Valentine's day gift from my wonderful enabling hubby this year.
It is my Beka Swift. I have wanted a swift for some time but really didn't like the umbrella types. I needed one that would sit on top of my craft table. I had a choice of a couple. The Amish swift and this one. I have used the Amish swift before and it was not a pleasant experience for me. I had researched the Beka and talked to people that had it. In all the reports from owners, I only had one complainer. I love it! I am able to wind up a hank of yarn in under 5 minutes. I was using the handlebars of my bicycle before and it was a royal pain.
So what is on the horizon for my crafting?
Doll Clothes for AG doll (uses up lots of 'scrap' yarn)
Nope, haven't even started on this
Lots of socks. Hopefully at least 6 pairs made
5 pair done and one more on the needles
Fingerless Mitts for me (one is done but needs a partner)
This is completed. I have one more pair to do for Christmas present so am not worried about that at this point.
Scarf for me to match the hat and mitts I am making
Not seeing this happening too quickly at this point.
2-3 sweaters for adults
Still have a WIP on this and have another picked out to do. Doubtful this will be completed by the end of this YoP
1-2 sweaters for children
DONE!
Complete GB afghan
Done!!!
dishcloths for gifts again this year
Yup, finished 12 of them so far and gifted all of them.
I have updated my YoP list to reflect where I am. I am thinking that once I complete this test knit I will finish up the socks that are on the needles and then..........................probably work on the sweater that is on the needles before I cast on the 'special' sweater I have in mind to make for myself. That is..............unless I get caught up in another test knit. I love doing them and I think next year my YoP will reflect test knits to be added in. In fact, I was invited to do another test this today..................................I refused. I really must get some items finished for others before I do another test knit.
So that is it for today.
Happy Crafting!
Love the cowl and the test knit looks super I can't wait to see that done. Those socks look great and I must try wearing complete mis match socks but I don't know if I've got it in me, would be interesting to see how long I'd last though! Your swift looks great, I use the back of a chair or the olders childrens arms, perhaps in time when they get bigger and get fed up of it they'll get me a swift as a present ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting swift. I haven't seen that one before. I love my wooden umbrella one. I've had it and used it for almost six years. It's such a good investment.
ReplyDeleteThe zig zag cowl is interesting to look at with its stitch pattern. It certainly looks warm for one's neck. Very cool how you're the go to test knitter.
What a sweet hubby you have! The lace/cable pattern is looking wonderful already, can't wait to see it completely finished!
ReplyDeleteI've printed out your post for my husband :)
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely stuff!