May 17, 2006
Clapotis
I finally finished my Clapotis and managed to take some pictures. Travis was late last night and Riley couldn't figure out how to work the camera, so I had to use the self-timer. Will someone please remind me - I really need a tripod. Especially when the wind's blowing 40 mph.
That's Fritz. He was not amused to have to participate in the photo shoot, but really, my goal in life is to torture my animals - so, there you go. Clapotis has absolutely nothing to do with the horses, and I'd never really wear it if I was doing anything with them - Fritz is simply for your amusement. He thinks he's pretty handsome, and who am I to tell him any different?
And Riley wanted to join in the fun too.
Project Details:
Pattern: Clapotis
Yarn: Fleece Artist Kid Aran in golds and greens. It was a gift from my lovely Secret Pal, Leanne
Needles: US #8 Addi Naturas Circulars - 24"
Thoughts: I really like the simplicity of this wrap. I think it will be great as a wrap for chilly Wyoming summer evenings and as a scarf in the winter. The yarn is very soft and I love the colors. What pooling there is definitely doesn't bother me.
May 3, 2006
Generosity
When I talk about my blog friends to my family, I get strange looks. They don't really understand how I can be friends with people I've never actually met (in person, but they don't see the difference - and the blog, well that's a whole 'nother post). But, my blog friends are some of the most wonderful, generous people I know. You're always there when I'm feeling down or a project isn't going well. And you're the first ones to be happy for me when something's going right. And you get me. You get my obsession with knitting and what is fast becoming an obsession with spinning, and you don't think I'm at all odd. A girl just can't ask for better friends. Look what came in the mail from Caitlyn
She bought it at The Knit and Crochet Show. Just because she thought I would like it. And honestly, what's not to like? It is just the most gorgeous purple color and oh so soft. I can't spin it yet though. Because I'll muck it up. But maybe after Estes Park, maybe then I can spin it without making it a total mess. And there's more. Cyndi (go check out Cyndi's new site - it's lovely) had a book plate signed for me by Nancie Wiseman (the picture didn't turn out, but it's very cool). I was feeling really sorry for myself because they got to go on such a fun trip and I didn't get to go, but they thought of me while they were there, which makes it almost as good as being there.
I'm still working on Clapotis and have just started the decrease section. I hope that means I'll be done before too long - I should be since the rows are getting shorter, but you never know about these things.
I'm also planning a new project to celebrate May's Project Spectrum, so stay tuned for details.
Posted by Stephanie at 8:40 AM | Comments (22)March 8, 2006
Minor Progress
It's snowing like crazy here. The weather people are predicting somewhere between 5 and 10 inches today (doesn't that just go to show you how they really do just guess on the forecast). I'm hoping the weather keeps at it so I can justify going home early. It seems like a really good day to sit on the couch with a nice fire, a cup of tea, a movie, and my knitting!
Speaking of knitting, I've been making some progress on my projects. The Chalet sock continues along - I'm almost done with the second pattern repeat and should be able to turn the heel soon. I had to do some minor ripping last night because I got a little confused as to which stitches went which direction (I say confused, but really I just wasn't paying attention - that'll get ya every time).
Clapotis has entered the straight rows section (exciting, I know)
and I dropped my first stitch last night - that dropping stitches thing still gets my heart pumping a little. It just doesn't quite seem like something I should be doing on purpose.
And finally, Butterfly. I love Butterfly, but at this rate I'm gonna be 60 before she's done. Last night I knit another 2 rounds and it took me an hour and a half. I know it isn't a race and I'm not in a hurry, but jeeze I'm slow (although there was some television watching when I had to stop knitting - those purl rows still need my undivided attention).
February 28, 2006
Bandwagon
In this world I believe we all want to think of ourselves as unique. And really, we are. No two people are alike and no two people like exactly the same things. However, it appears that there are some things a whole lotta knitters are drawn to. Jaywalker is definitely one and Clapotis is without a doubt another. I have yet to make either. Until now.
Yep, I started Clapotis. And I'm using some lovely Fleece Artist Leanne sent me as part of the Knitter's Review Secret Pal exchange. The yarn is lovely and I'm really enjoying the simplicity of the pattern. It's a nice contrast to the complicated charts and fingering weight yarn of the Chalet Socks. Plus, I think Clapotis will be the perfect weight for spring and early summer. I know it's been knit a thousand times, but some things are just worth the hype.
In other knitting news, Dani dyed some lovely sock yarn for me in University of Wyoming Cowboys colors (brown and prairie gold) and it came yesterday. Look at how lovely it is.
And here's a close-up. Isn't it fun? I just love it and can't wait to knit it into a pair of socks.
