Parkview Hat

Just as I thought.

I finished my Parkview Hat (Ravelry link) over the weekend.  Not a fan of pom poms?  You can easily wear this hat without one.  The pattern calls for fingering weight combined with mohair.  I used Lillian held with Shimmer, both in Cool Waters.

I'm at a bit of a loss without a simple project on the needles.  It's time to cast on another hat.

For those who are local to Boston, I have a quick event update.  Farm Fiber Day is this Sunday, and the event newsletter went out earlier today.  Check here for all the details including a complete vendor list.  Note that our booth will be in the same location as the January market.

Comfort Knitting

I've been glued to the news the last couple days . . . watching the tragic events unfold in Ukraine.  My emotions fluctuate from sadness to disbelief to anger.  The stories on the ground are heartbreaking.

It definitely helps if I keep my needles busy, and luckily I had recently cast on a relaxing project.

This is Parkview Hat (Ravelry link).  It's been perfect comfort knitting.  I'll probably finish this hat over the weekend, and I already have plans to cast on another one.

It's been a snowy day here complete with plenty of shoveling.  This week's color inspiration . . . 

Cheerful yellow on a grey day.

Knitting on the Go

Yesterday I was on my way out the door and paused for a moment to do a quick mental inventory of my works in progress.  Not one project was suitable for on-the-go knitting.  Reluctantly I left without my needles.  I had a sinking feeling that if I had to wait anywhere for a considerable amount of time, I would probably lose it.

To remedy the situation, I cast on a hat last night.

Ribbing is the perfect companion when I'm out and about.  It's easy to pick up and put down, and if I'm interrupted, I can always figure out where I left off.

Quick Virtual SPA update.  We're offering free shipping Thursday through Sunday.  No code needed.  See the NETA Ravelry group for more event information and a complete list of participating vendors.

Love Note . . . Again

I gave myself a little extra knitting time this weekend and finished a couple things.  It's always such a good feeling to see empty needles.

This was a quick finish.  I didn't have much left on this Love Note (Ravelry link), but I did run out of yarn with just four rounds left at the bottom of the second sleeve.  I didn't want to break into a new skein for four rounds and a bind off, but I found a leftover bit kicking around.  All good.

I've made this sweater at least two other times, but this is the first one without the lace yoke.  Plain stockinette throughout.

Other mods . . . I made the body a little longer than the pattern suggests, and I added short rows to the back neck.  The yarn is Lillian held with Shimmer, both in Persimmon.

Since my usual Monday schedule is a little off with the holiday, I have some "extra time" on my hands.  I'll definitely be casting on something new later today.

Billow

I'm wrapping up the week with another sample spotlight.

Billow (Ravelry link).

This crescent-shaped shawl features garter stitch with short rows and a little lace.  It's relaxing to knit and easy to wear.

Have fun picking three colors.  The sample is made with Lucia DK in March Sky, Juniper and Dark Chocolate.

I'm considering different purple options and was looking at flowers for ideas.  This week's color inspiration isn't what I was looking for, but I've tucked it away for future reference.

Pretty periwinkle.

Coffee Break

It's been a busy few days with a lot of dyeing.  After the dyeing, there's plenty of twisting and labeling.

It's only mid-February and I'm not looking for a season change, but this particular batch has hints of spring.

When I need a little break, I grab a cup of coffee and knit a few rounds.

Today is was my MishMash (Ravelry link).

Entertaining colorwork.  It's hard to stop with just a couple rounds, but my break is over and I'm off to twist more skeins.

In Deep

The weekend flew by complete with shoveling some fresh, fluffy snow.  Deadlines keep me honest, and over the weekend I spent way too much time at my desk.  

There are a couple events coming up in the next few weeks, and I updated the list.  See the right sidebar.  Virtual SPA is happening at the end of the month.  This event doesn't have a website, but I'll be posting more detailed information here as we get closer to the dates.

Late Friday night, I was inspired to test a pattern and yarn combination.  During the weekend, I thought it would be a good idea to test a second combination simultaneously.

I'm in deep, and there's no going back.