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April 17, 2006
Productivity
After whining and crying and generally being a big fat baby about this whole Sockapaloooza thing, I am very happy to report a finished sock! Yep, you read that right. Stephanie has actually finished one sock. I guess the fourth time really was the charm.
I had plenty of yarn left over, but not so much to be wasteful. To combat Second Sock Syndrom, I immediately cast on for the second sock and am happily working my way through the leg. I sincerely hope I can make good progress this week because I need to have it finished next week! Yipes.
Every day this weekend I worked on my Weekender bag for the latest sew-along. It took me forever to cut out all the pieces. I didn't finish cutting until late Saturday.
Those are the pattern pieces, minus the bias strips for the cording. I started sewing Saturday evening and sewed most of the day yesterday, and didn't really get very far.
I am at the point where I need to do the zipper and the top pieces, but I was getting tired and frustrated, so I stopped. When it isn't fun any more, it's time to do something else. So, to take my mind off my sewing (or lack thereof), I made a pie.
Apple. My only real nod towards the holiday. Travis got home late last night from roping, so we had a simple meal of steaks and veggies and bread with pie for dessert. It was very relaxing and laid back, a nice Easter holiday.
But, now it's Monday already and we'll see how productive I can be this week.
Comments
Wow, a very productive weekend indeed! The sock looks great, the weekender is looking very pretty (and I completely understand any frustration that you've had), and the pie - yum! Would you be willing to share your recipe?
Posted by: Cyndi at April 17, 2006 9:58 AM
I love your sock. I'm sure the second one will seem much faster without all of the starting over. I'm excited to see your completed bag. I looked at that pattern but it seemed like too much of an undertaking for me.
Posted by: Shannon at April 17, 2006 10:11 AM
Gosh, that looks awesome... =( Can I even be done with buying all my supplies yet?
Posted by: Angela at April 17, 2006 10:21 AM
Gorgeous sock! I love the bag...I can't wait for you to finish it!
Posted by: Carolyn at April 17, 2006 10:24 AM
mmmm, wow, three lovely things in one post: sock, bag, and pie! who could want more?
Posted by: gleek at April 17, 2006 10:29 AM
That's one great looking pie!
Posted by: Carole at April 17, 2006 10:32 AM
I had more problems with the second sock...just don't think you know the pattern...read the chart;-)
The bag is going to be fabulous and the pie...makes me hungry.
Posted by: margene at April 17, 2006 10:36 AM
Not very far???? I was going to congratulate you on having cut out all the pieces until I saw those completed fronts! Very impressive.
Posted by: Steph at April 17, 2006 10:52 AM
Yay for sock progress! It looks lovely, and I'm sure you will finish in time. The Weekender bag is amazing so far! And the pie looks YUM!!!
Posted by: caitlyn at April 17, 2006 11:03 AM
mmmmmm, pie. Apple is my favorite.
Sock looks fabulous! Congratulations on getting halfway done!
(I ripped out my sock pal sock over the weekend and am completely starting over, new yarn and everything. I have little hope of finishing by the deadline. Sigh.)
Posted by: Purly Whites at April 17, 2006 11:10 AM
"When it isn't fun anymore, it's time to do something else."
Words of wisdom right there. :)
Posted by: Jackie at April 17, 2006 11:23 AM
Rats...I should have taken pictures of my kick-ass cheesecake! And I think tomorrow might be "Start the Damn Bag" day around Chez Spinnerella...just saying.
Posted by: Marcia at April 17, 2006 11:59 AM
wow!! you made great progress with the bag!! what kind of interface you used? i think i'd love to make weekender bag and possibly the cabo halter. though i doubt i would make the bag before the deadline!!
Posted by: blossom at April 17, 2006 11:59 AM
love the sock! now show us the second one! ;-)
the bag is going to be fabulous. i'm very impressed.
Posted by: kris at April 17, 2006 12:54 PM
Sounds like you had a productive weekend, the pie looks delicious. I made veggie dip and salsa this weekend, decided I must be a "dip" this weekend.
Posted by: Rebekah at April 17, 2006 1:10 PM
LOVE the sock! That bag is awesome. I'm telling you - make some and sell them on your website! I'm ready to place my order! I'm thinking that is pie crust from scratch???? You go girl!
Posted by: Stephanie at April 17, 2006 1:21 PM
Gorgeous sock!!! Lucky pal!!!
Posted by: Leslie at April 17, 2006 2:37 PM
Finally - that sock looks fantastic. Forge ahead! It's time for a second one!
Posted by: grumperina at April 17, 2006 3:41 PM
Those socks look fantastic! The yarn is amazing.
Posted by: Zarah at April 17, 2006 3:44 PM
Man oh man, you've been a very busy woman! The P-sock looks fabulous, the bag is gorgeous, and I'm sure the pie is now history.
Posted by: christine at April 17, 2006 5:01 PM
The sock looks great! The yarn really goes well with the pattern.
There are a lot of pieces to your bag, that would really try my patience I think. I find sewing a lot more frustrating than knitting.
Yummy pie!
Posted by: Areli at April 17, 2006 9:47 PM
The sock knit up so well. Good luck with the 2nd one. That yarn is a perfect match!
Lovely bag! I love the little piping in the other fabric. It is a great detail.
Yummy pie!!
Best wishes, Steph~
Lolly
Posted by: Lolly at April 18, 2006 6:10 AM
Mmm...apple pie. Me want some.
Good for you on finishing that sock! [High fives :-)]
Posted by: Becky at April 18, 2006 9:52 AM
I love that fabric for the bag. How fabulous. One of these days . . .
Posted by: Theresa at April 19, 2006 6:03 AM
omg those are the most beautiful socks! wow
Posted by: lelsey at April 28, 2006 10:19 AM
