Multiple project Ramblings
For some reason I've developed a horrible case of startitis the past couple of weeks (and that doesn't even count the spinning), but I think the heat this summer has really smashed my usual focus. Plus, I really need different projects for different times. I started another, yes, another pair of socks. This time though I'm trying to conquer my usual downfalls by starting toe up (no kitchener) and doing both at the same time (no more socks for amputees). I thought it would be smart for some reason to knit Jeff socks, so they're geared for his size 13 feet. Ha! These are just for knitting at work at lunch and when I need small and portable though. So we'll see... maybe the third time is the charm.
These are giant socks people... or will be if I ever get through. I'm almost afraid they'll be too big. Oh yeah, I'm using Fleece Artist Sea Wool in Mineral and it is seriously yummy stuff.
Because I needed another at home project and also because I just couldn't wait to cast on any longer, I also started Astrid from Berroco's Norah Gaughan Collection Vol. 1. This collection has some incredibly interesting patterns in it and I'm hoping to make more than just Astrid. This is probably going to be a fairly long term project because it's a little fussy, but it is really cool.
Yay! knitted circles. They need to be blocked badly, but otherwise I think I love them.
The yarn is Artfibers Valparaiso in colour #7 and I never really measured gauge which could come back to haunt me although I doubt it. It's a scarf. I'm really excited to see how this starts turning out... although not so excited to block and sew together all those circles.
First thought was that circle was crochet, but no it's knitted. Very cool indeed.
Some of the patterns from the booklet are really tempting me, but I have too many books already. Too many projects, too little time.
Posted by: Rina | August 01, 2007 at 22:29
I LOVE those circles. I am definitely adding this to my "must knit" list. The color you choose is awesome as well. I have almost the same color in sock yarn.
Posted by: Shannon | August 02, 2007 at 05:14
socks for amputees - that cracked me up!
Good luck with those size 13's
Posted by: Cheryl | August 02, 2007 at 05:55
the knitted circles are brilliant! I love the color you chose~
Posted by: Lolly | August 02, 2007 at 06:11
Oh wow, those circles are beautiful!! Would make a stunning scarf I'm sure. Love the colour too!
Posted by: claudine | August 02, 2007 at 22:38
Oioi, the circles look like so much fun! Pretty!
Posted by: terhi | August 04, 2007 at 01:14
Ooooooohhhh Ami, the circles are beautiful.
Posted by: Nora | August 05, 2007 at 01:28
I'll second the ooooooh, I love the circles! I can't wait to see how your scarf turns out.
Posted by: kelp! | August 06, 2007 at 18:57
Cute sock photo! I have plans to knit a pair of socks for my husband, but the sheer size of them daunting.
Astrid looks like such a fun project--I need to pick that booklet up!
Posted by: Ginnie | August 21, 2007 at 18:21
Great WIPs! So very nice!
Posted by: tiennie | September 04, 2007 at 19:06