We're in a bit of a thaw right now. It's a very welcome change, but the weather is sure to turn back again. Here's what I'm reading and knitting: I've been making good progress on my Yukon River Socks after a bit of a setback. I thought I might have a bug + yarn… Continue reading Socks and Speculation
Tag: cables
Sophmore Year Loopy Academy
A post all about recent FO's is a pretty good start to the new year! These projects were knit as part of Loopy Academy - Sophmore Year (semester 1). Three projects were required, one with cables, a pillow, and a project with texture. I am happy this term is in the books as I stumbled… Continue reading Sophmore Year Loopy Academy
FO Friday Cabled Dog Sweater
Plenty of people might laugh off putting your dog in a sweater or a jacket. Most people don't have a problem with a bandanna so what's wrong with a sweater? Jackson is a mini-dachshund, six inches off the ground with a short natural coat, and he always seeks out a little extra heat. He loves a… Continue reading FO Friday Cabled Dog Sweater
Looking for Color
Do you ever feel desperate for color? Where I live, by the time March rolls around you start to see a few daffodils or snowdrops here and there. It has just been too cold for too long and the piles of snow are not going anywhere fast. Today we were met with another few inches… Continue reading Looking for Color
A New Hat
I love hats. One of my first successful knitting projects was an Ann Norling Fruit Hat for a baby. I am pretty sure I still have the pattern somewhere. I have knit hats for charity, for myself, for my family. I have to say that taking pictures of hats is one of my least favorite… Continue reading A New Hat
Tinkering
This week I started reading Love Anthony by Lisa Genova, on loan from my MIL. I am not too far in and I am hooked enough that I am curious about the characters, but not overwhelmingly so. I am enjoying getting back into reading and am glad that we are trying to make it part… Continue reading Tinkering
Loopy Academy 1st Semester Finished
In a similar fashion to when semester exams ended, I am breathing a sigh of relief. I have successfully finished my first semester of Freshman Year at Loopy Academy! Let's review: Freshman Year, First Semester Assignments (each project needs to use at least 175 yards): Cowl in a multi-colored (defined as 2 or more distinct… Continue reading Loopy Academy 1st Semester Finished
Mitten Progress and more
I can say it was a very good Christmas. The people with whom I spent time, the presents exchanged, and the food were all so wonderful. My mind feels just so full with plans, ideas, and thoughts... hopefully after cleaning up a bit and getting some work done I will be able to recharge with… Continue reading Mitten Progress and more
Magic Wand Two-Step
Hurrah! I got my act together and finished the purple cabled mitts that were just a thumb away from being complete in Wednesday's post. This is the Fingerless Gloves / Stulpen pattern, a free Ravelry download and the yarn is Marigoldjen 100% Superwash Merino Worsted in the Magic Wand colorway. This is my second time… Continue reading Magic Wand Two-Step
Back to the blog
Hello! Merry Christmas! Hopefully you had a lovely holiday season, I feel very lucky to say that I did. Among all the events (and noise, oh the noise) there was a lot of love and laughter. I love Christmas, I do, but I also love the days after it all to recover and be lazy.… Continue reading Back to the blog