I started this sock way back in June on a trip to Florida, and obviously, it has been slow going. There is something about this stitch pattern. It's not very stretchy, and it's a little boring to knit. I think the yarn looks OK in this pattern, although there is some pooling of colors. My favorite sections are the bottom of the foot and the toe.
I'm just not sure I want to invest them time knitting the second sock. I think I will let this sock sit before doing anything drastic though.
I've also been working on a hat and mittens, and a long forgotten sweater. I should have some pics of the hat and mitts soon--I have half a mitten to go.
The past few months have been busy. The last time we were in Sonoma wine tasting, we came across a fiber fest and some adorable Alpacas.
I have to say that they are very cute, but a little strange. Very skittish and they made some funny noises. Although if I was caged up with a bunch of ladies gawking at me, I'd probably be a little jumpy, too.
We had a too short visit from Joel's sister, and we attended a beautiful fall wedding.
I also got a major haircut--at least 5-6 inches.
I've wanted to cut it for quite a while now, but finally got the nerve, and I love it. It's been at least 5 years since I've had it this short, so it has taken me a while to get used to it. It's a lot more high maintenance than I remember short hair being. So much for retiring my blow dryer!
The next month and a half promises to be very busy. We are going on a northern California road trip over Thanksgiving--can't wait for that. Then my sister and her husband are visiting in early December. For Christmas we are heading home to the Midwest to spend time with family and friends. So much to look forward to!
6 comments:
sounds like you've been busy! love the haircut - it's totally cute!
Lovely cut - suits you!
Am envious of your NorCal roadtrip - I've lived in the Bay Area for 5 years now and still haven't scratched much of the itch in seeing what's out there. Must do.
Good luck with your sock decision - that second sock is such a challenge when you're not feelin' the love. Sow your oats with something new on the needles, I say!
Yes...I also have only one sock to show for the last month of not posting. And now we're in full swing with the holiday season. I've been busy working on my first sock pattern. Hopefully I'll get it posted in the next month...it will be free. Your haircut looks very flattering. I'll wait a while before I go short again. It's nice to keep the ears warm!
just running into a fiber fest must have been totally great!
i adore your new haircut! i always want to go short, but hate change. i should really just go for it.
yippppeee! we loved having y'all at the wedding. :) i have some super cute pics of you and the reamer siblings, i'll have to send them along.
the knitting bug has finally hit me again with this fall weather upon us.. you inspire me to try something more challenging than usual!
Wow - sounds like you're away a bunch - but even still I'm tagging you - see my blog for details.
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