Pics!

by | Oct 8, 2006 | Knitting

Lady Eleanor, unblocked and without fringe — just did the last tier of triangles this evening. Curtis’s scarf (modification of the Irish Hiking Scarf, in Handpainted Yarn’s Merino (same company that does Malabrigo). Felted laptop sleeve, open and...

Messenger bag done, Irish hiking scarf done

by | Oct 4, 2006 | Knitting

I finished felting the bag — the thing I remember I don’t like about felting is the brilliance of the colors becomes muted. But it came out well over all, a nice dense fabric that should baby my laptop when needed. So far I haven’t had time to decide...

Goals: Irish Hiking Scarf and Lady E

by | Jun 20, 2006 | Knitting

This week’s knitting goal: finish Curtis’ scarf. Another couple of nights of knitting while movie watching should do it; it’s at least 60-70% done. This weekend and next week: tackle Lady Eleanor. Then I will go back to new things. I indulged myself...

First finished sock!

by | Mar 6, 2006 | Knitting

I finished the first of my New England socks for the KOTR KAL yesterday! I changed a few things from the book — I prefer short socks, so only did 2 diamond repeats on the leg, not 4, and the lace ribbing on the back goes to just before starting the heel flap....