I'm sorry I got lost from the blog. I've been very busy, knitting up all the UFOs, or just some of them actually. Need to have a BIG Block Party soon.
One of the two green things I can keep alive:
It's a shame that the flowers last only one day. This cactus is really covered with blooms this year.
Any guesses to what big purchase I made a month ago? (No fair commenting if you already know!)
I don't care for imitation grape flavors; however, this sock yarn is the yummiest! It is Rio de la Plata Kettle Dyed 100% Merino Superwash in sock weight. There are 437 yards three-ply yarn in one skein and it makes a nice pair of socks.
The pattern is Anne's School Sock pattern. I normally knit my socks in stockinette and allow the yarn color to be the focus. This pattern is a plaid or basketweave pattern that works well with this yarn, don't you think?
Anne has another new pattern, Whispering Pines Triangle Shawl. I bought the pattern last night and already have the yarn chosen from my lace yarn stash. I love Ms. Knitspot's patterns, she is so talented.
I still have some things in the works. Three pair of socks on the needles, some baby items for friends' new baby, and a shawl.
My husband likes these socks -- the color and stripes! I like some of the colors, but not all. The yarn is good, the fit is good. I just don't care for these socks.
Lang JaWoll Aktion 211 using my sock pattern on US1 circulars.
... posting two days in a row. It is not my usual practice.
Completed these socks last night, waited and hoped for sunshine today. There has been none, so this is the best picture I could get today.
Socks for me with the regular pattern. Lang JaWoll Aktion #189 on US1 circs.
Back to my knitting nest. . .
I know Summer isn't here, yet. Really, Spring hasn't sprung, either!
These short, summer socks were knit with Fortissima Cotton Colori, white with pink and blue. The finished socks weigh 42grams, there is about 56grams remaining. I have enough to make another pair for a special little friend. Or perhaps, share the yarn with someone else. To ponder. . .
What are you knitting for summer?
