A cold stormy afternoon and a little gentle knitting
It’s really quite wild outside today – with high winds and big black clouds overhead. The rain will be back in a minute I’m sure.
On days like today I can’t think of anything nicer than being cosily indoors, firmly ensconced on the sofa and happily knitting along. I’ve just finished my Twisted Fate socks (Lisa Ellis Designs).
Lovely – although as often happens with hand dyed and hand spun yarn the two skeins were surprisingly different – and one sock definitely has crisper colours than the other. Not to worry, they will be snug and comfy and I’ll enjoy wearing them. The yarn is Dreamer Sock Hop Yarn from Crown Mountain Farms. Nice interesting yarn. In my book interesting is good!
So that is my first pair of socks in 2012. The first of the 12 in 2012….many more to go. It’s always great to get something finished though, isn’t it?
Thanks for all your comments yesterday – you made me feel human and I’m glad that other people are often a little overawed by the productivity of others. Yes, I guess we all do have the same number of hours in the day – even if it sometimes doesn’t feel like that!
Anyway, on with the next UFO!!
Enjoy your Sunday – I hope yours is as snug as mine!
Helen
January 22nd, 2012 at 6:56 pm
What beautiful socks – such a lovely organic feel and look to them. Love the sound of your stormy weather – keep snug.
January 22nd, 2012 at 7:54 pm
The socks are fantastic. On my “to learn to make” list for sure. It’s cold here, too. I hope you have a cozy and lovely day.
January 23rd, 2012 at 9:29 am
Helen, Thank you so much for the little package of treats! I was away at a quilting retreat all weekend and when I came home today, your parcel was waiting for me – a wonderful ending to a very fun weekend. I really love the little bag you made & what pretty fabrics! I’m going to have to learn to make those – they would be perfect Christmas gifts for all my quilty friends. The bookmark kit (and bath goodies) will be a lovely way to pass the cold evenings here. Thanks again, Nancy
January 23rd, 2012 at 9:24 pm
Who wants matching socks anyway? Fabulous wool. What sort of heel do you normally do on your socks? I’m trying an origami one and it’s not going well š
February 1st, 2012 at 6:57 pm
Great looking socks. I have several pairs like that where one does not look exactly the same as the other – but really no one notices but you. They look nice and cozy.
February 2nd, 2012 at 3:03 pm
Lovely yarn in those socks!