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December 30, 2005
Makin' Progress
While the weather, and as a result Travis' mood, sucks, I've been making significant progress on my knitting and I'm feeling kinda smug about it. I hesitate to say as much because the knitting gods are easily angered and if they think I'm cocky, things will go right into the toilet. So, let's just say I'm pleasantly surprised at the progress I'm making on my 2 outstanding projects.
First up is the long-standing Ombre. Ombre is looking quite lovely, as she now has eight completed stripes.
For those of you playing along at home, that's 8 down, 3 to go. Personally, I couldn't be happier about that because while I obviously love my mom and am pleased with how the blanket is turning out, I'm really tired of this project. There really should be a warning label on all blanket patterns - "Warning. Make really sure you love this pattern and are willing to dedicate months of your life and a bit of your sanity to it before you begin." And by the way, Joelle Hoverson wasn't kidding around when she said this pattern would take over 8 hours. Ya think? While I was aware it would be a long term commitment, I didn't realize it was going to be a 3 month commitment. Anywho, I'm almost done and can hopefully get at least one more stripe done this weekend. If the gods are on my side, maybe one and a half.
Next up are the Sport Rib Socks. I finished the first one yesterday by grafting my very first ever toe. I had a bit of a problem yesterday because I got all of the decreases done and tried the sock on. Apparently I was under the impression my foot had grown 2 inches between the last pair of socks and these because the toe was 2 inches too long. Hello? So, I ripped out the toe and back a couple of inches into the foot and started over. I briefly considered taking a picture and then decided my stupidity really didn't need to be documented to that extent. You're just gonna have to trust me - it was stupid. However, despite my brief lapse, the first sock is finished.
This weekend we're headed to my in-laws for Christmas with them and my mother-in-law wants to learn to knit socks. We should have a grand time with that. I hope to work on Ombre as much as possible and let's all keep our fingers crossed for another completed stripe. Oh, for any of you who have Loop-d-Loop, what do you think of the Corrugated Rib Hat? I can't really find a picture online (except for one posted in a comment on Claudia's Blog) and I'm thinking I might want to make it. I'd have to order the book, so I'd love your opinions on it before I go and do that.
Here's a picture of the sunrise on my way to work this morning.
Have a wonderful weekend and Happy New Year. See you in 2006!
Comments
You are a saint for continuing with Ombre - I really don't think I could've done it, even for my mom. Have a very happy new year!
Posted by: PumpkinMama at December 30, 2005 9:47 AM
anna at fashionable life had made the hat from loop d loop. it looks really lovely. i don't think i'll have the patience to knit a blanket. unless i came acorss a pattern and yarn i just love. happy new year.
Posted by: blossom at December 30, 2005 9:57 AM
Ombre is looking almost fantastic as that picture on your way to work. Now that's a breathtaking morning sky.
Have a great time at your in-laws! See ya next year.
Posted by: Rebekah at December 30, 2005 10:36 AM
Ombre is beautiful! I am so glad you have stuck with it - but I'm guessing you are a stick with it kind of person! I seem to always finish a project even if I'm not so fond of it. Love the socks as well and you aren't stupid! The sunrise is breathtaking from the photo. I imagine in person would be unbelievable! Happy New Year and again - lovin Ombre!
Posted by: Stephanie at December 30, 2005 11:20 AM
Thank you for the beautiful sunrise picture. Have a happy New Years!
Posted by: emily at December 30, 2005 11:50 AM
The blanket is really coming along. I, too, am extremely impressed with your sticktoitiveness! Congrats on finishing your first sock! It looks really nice.
Posted by: Zarah at December 30, 2005 12:05 PM
You could always check the book out from the library and decide if you love it before you purchase....
Posted by: HK at December 30, 2005 12:21 PM
Ombre is looking REALLY good! Hang in there, you're almost done! The sunrise picture is gorgeous!
Posted by: caitlyn at December 30, 2005 1:17 PM
I wish for you an awesome 2006! Knit on.
Posted by: claudia at December 30, 2005 1:21 PM
You have the most amazing sunsets! Ombre does look like a commitment of time and love. Your mother will love it forever!!
Posted by: margene at December 30, 2005 1:45 PM
Wow, you've made a lot of progress on Ombre! Looks good!
I've got the Loop-D-Loop book... let me know if you want me to scan the picture of the hat and send it to you so you can decide on your own. My personal opinion is that it is not something I would probably ever wear - it's a bit too bulky looking and the horizontal rib would look funny on my head. It is definitely different that your standard run-of-the-mill hat though, so if that's what you're looking for, it may work for you.
Happy New Year!
Posted by: Cyndi at December 30, 2005 3:32 PM
I remember seeing someone knit that hat a bit ago...Okay, here's a link to the post:
http://thewoolpalace.typepad.com/blog/2005/11/the_god_of_smal.html
The book has a corrugated rib sweater too, which I actually like even better than the hat.
Posted by: Cheryl at December 30, 2005 4:02 PM
ummm, wooooow! (love the sunset)
Posted by: gray la gran at December 30, 2005 6:56 PM
The sunrise shot is absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: wool winder at December 31, 2005 7:48 AM
Wow, I've been wanting to make Ombre, and yours is just making me want to even more! I love the socks and the sunset picture.. how divine :) Happy New Year Stephanie!
Posted by: Dani at January 1, 2006 6:46 PM
Ombre is looking good. I really admire your patience. Don't think I can ever finish knitting a blanket that require so much commitment. Happy New Year!
Posted by: vanessa at January 1, 2006 7:35 PM
The blanket looks wonderful!! It is really going to be worth all the work you've put into it!
And that morning sky... breathtaking.
Posted by: Kathy at January 2, 2006 4:56 PM
I almost forgot! HAPPY New Year!!
Posted by: Kathy at January 2, 2006 4:56 PM
The blanket looks great! All your sweat and tears are gonna be worth it. =)
Here, let me introduce you, meet, your foot! hahaha - I think maybe you've grown apart. te he he (sorry, I couldn't resist - I've left myself open to all sorts of jibes on my blog, fire at will LOL)
and... O M G - WHAT a sky pic! breathtaking! my heart is actually fluttering over the beauty, for real!
Posted by: April at January 2, 2006 11:58 PM
