Wednesday, May 2, 2012

And There is Knitting.

As if you didn't know...But first I want to thank you all for your kind words and congratulations on Number One Son's college acceptance. It warmed my heart! We are so very excited for him and his future.....And now back to our regularly scheduled program....

This beauty is the lace scarf from last week.  It is actually the Big Lace Scarf from More Last Minute Knitted Gifts by Joelle Hoverson.  She has another book called...wait for it...Last Minute Knitted Gifts.  Bet you would have never guessed, huh? Joelle Hoverson is the owner of Purl Soho in New York.  I've never been, but maybe someday. Anyway, I love these two books because of the way the patterns are organized by how long it takes to make them.  The above scarf was made for Anne who writes at Writing by Numbers (waving hello!)  I met Anne a few years ago because Car Guy and I have known her husband for years.  We went to visit her and her husband this past weekend and you can't go without a hostess gift...my Sainted Mother taught me that...she's smart that way. This just struck me and said I needed to make it for Anne.  It's feminine without being too frilly or froufrou. I think I'm going to have to make some more of these puppies....hmmm....I wonder...So, we had a wonderful visit with Anne and her family.  I ate way too much food, but it was so good - Bruschetta and grilled pizza...yum! Hope we didn't keep you from anything Anne!  You must come visit us soon!

Sorry...back to the task at hand. I have a few other things on needles. One item is from Last Minute Knitted Gifts. It's the Chevron Scarf.
I am using some left over sock yarn and I'm really loving it.  It's slow going, so I should have it done by next winter....maybe. Depends on whether or not I get distracted....Oh look!  Sparkley!
I don't know if you can see it, but that yarn has sparkles in it.  This is a Christmas gift, so I'm just going to tease you with this picture. Can you believe I'm already working on a Christmas gift?!?! Crazy, right? I don't know what's going on with that.  The next thing you know, I'll go and organize my stash.  Nah, never mind.  That would be crazy.

So that's what I've been working on.  Hope the creative juices are flowing for you!
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11 comments:

  1. HannahWMay 2, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    Hahaha I laughed through your entire post--you write like we talk! My favorite is the chevron scarf--the colorway is gorgeous!

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  2. karenMay 2, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    I see the wee little bit of sparkle, lovely! I am always looking for a good way to use up leftover sock yarn.

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  3. Tracey ~ CloverMay 2, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    I've never been to NY either, maybe we need to plan a yarn along field trip and all go!
    I started my Christmas knitting in January, now if I can just stop adding to it I might be done in time this year.

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  4. AnonymousMay 2, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    Christmas gifts!!!! OMG----you are my total hero!!! My inspiration. (My nemesis!!!!!! How DARE you be so organized!!!!) Oh, yes, I'm totally jealous. Let me know when you plan a trip to Purl Soho----I want to be in your suitcase!!!

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  5. amanda {the habit of being}May 2, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    i've knit a couple of those chevron scarves...easy project to pick up and put down and i promise, you'll finish well before winter!

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  6. cpcableMay 2, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    Love your scarves! I need to start on Christmas knitting...so hard to do, though, when it's warm outside!

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  7. Erin @ Wild WhispersMay 2, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    Love your scarves, especially the chevron one! Great knitting!

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  8. Teresa KasnerMay 2, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Wow, you are producing up a storm! I'm impressed! I'm still cranking away on Teddy Bear #4! Xmas? Argh! Wouldn't it be fun to visit all the cool yarn shops in all the cool places like NYC and New Orleans and LA? Hmmm.. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  9. embracingitallMay 2, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    I'm so impressed that you are crafting a Christmas gift already. You are an inspiration. The scarves are looking gorgeous too. Jacinta

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  10. Kim May 2, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    Yay for Christmas knitting :) Love both scarves, might have to try one of those chevron scarves myself, it looks lovely.

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  11. AnonymousMay 3, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    I LOVE my scarf!!!!!!!!! So sad it's going to be 92 degrees today. You don't think people would look at me weird if I wore it, do you? It's also a gorgeous color--red is my fave! We will definitely come see you and the fam. I will tell you right now that I will not have a hostess gift anywhere near that cool. I apologize in advance.

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