Finally
I’m finally taking the time to blog, fall is finally here, and I finally finished a few projects. (I know I’m behind on Anne for the podcast but I’m hoping to get in some recording time tomorrow.)
Behold, Clapotis:
It’s so beautiful and elegant, I’m not sure when I’ll ever have occasion to wear it! But doesn’t it look pretty with these flowers?
And a reminder, the yarn is La Luz Silk from Fiesta Yarns in Amethyst and the pattern is Clapotis by Kate Gilbert.
I also finished the Anniversary Socks:
I think these are beautiful and elegant too but unlike the Clapotis, I’ll wear them all the time! I think ultimately that is the greatest appeal of knitting socks to me - they are so practical.
The yarn is Regia Silk in Cream and the pattern is Anniversary Socks by Nancy Bush from the book Favorite Socks.
Here is Maia’s mystery sock through clue 2 (although I’m nearly finished with clue 3 and clue 4 should be out any day now but this is what I have a picture of):
I’m still enjoying it very much, in clue 3 the pattern wraps up the back of the leg - very creative!
I got a bunch of great sock yarn from The Loopy Ewe with birthday money and among them are a new yarn called Sockina Cotton which is wonderfully soft and self-patterning:
It’s nice and easy stockinette and the patterning keeps me amused. Also notice I’ve started knitting socks on 2 circular needles and like it very much! Of course there are still times when DPNs are more practical so I won’t be giving up on them by any means.
Well, there are a few other things in the works but the thing that’s taking up all my time is a sweater for my Dad’s birthday (which is Tuesday, 10/2). He decided he wanted a traditional Irish/Aran cable knit but in a deep red color. I happened upon a great old book at the library (and have since purchased a used copy from Amazon) called The Harmony Guide to Aran Knitting. I picked out a few cables and motifs from it that I thought would go well together and I’m quite pleased with it so far! No pics yet of course but hopefully soon.
Well, that’s plenty for now. I’m trying to get back in the habit of blogging more often but I guess when it comes down to it I’d rather be knitting!
Ohhh, the Clapotis and socks are both amazing! I find myself wanting to make occasions to wear my handknits. I spent so much time making them, I want to show them off a bit!
Comment by Kristin — Saturday, September 29, 2007 @ 7:56 am
I have been listening to you read from Annie of the Island. You have a wonderful story telling voice. Thank-you.
Comment by cyd — Friday, October 12, 2007 @ 3:52 pm
Oh, I’m afraid it’s a bit late on a Friday afternoon. I meant Anne with an ‘e’.
Comment by cyd — Friday, October 12, 2007 @ 3:53 pm
Your socks are all beautiful … as is your Clapotis. I am just starting the Anniversary Socks with Regia Silk, can I ask what cast-on you used? Yours is so beautiful and neat.
Comment by Hilary — Tuesday, October 16, 2007 @ 9:57 pm
Thanks Hilary! I used a regular long-tail cast on over two needles. This is what I almost always use for top down socks and it works well for me.
Comment by Annie — Monday, October 22, 2007 @ 4:20 pm
Thanks for the kind feedback, Cyd!
Comment by Annie — Monday, October 22, 2007 @ 4:21 pm
Your Anniversary socks are beautiful. They are on my list of socks to knit!
Comment by Larissa — Friday, January 4, 2008 @ 11:23 am