It's A Wrap

Well, I've sucessfully completed about half of my toe-up sock. My view point on it up to this point would be:

Dislikes:

1) the short-row toe, it doesn't look "clean" enough for me

2) having to pick up an extra stitch after working the short-rows

Likes:

1) the short-row heel

2) how fast you get through the heel because you didn't have to work a heel flap and gussetts

So far, I have decided that my next sock may be knitted cuff-down with a short-row heel. I also may try the figure 8 cast on for toe-up before I completely rule out toe-up.

I'm headed to the kitchen to get some lunch, and then to the back room for some sewing. Have a wonderful weekend.

Like Peanut Butter and Jelly

I really consider myself to be a planner. However, when it comes to knitting, it seems that I operate off the cuff. I will have some things in mind for the day, and will end up working on something that I hadn't thought at all about.

So, here's the deal. I made this purse a long time ago and knew that I wanted to make a hat to be worn with it. Every good purse needs to be paired with something. If not a pair of shoes, then how about a hat. Just like peanut butter needs jelly.

The hat will be square at the top, possiblly with pompoms. It should fit a child between 6 - 8 years old. I will be listing these things in the Etsy store once the hat is completed. I will post pictures here on the blog first for those who are interested.

Have a fantastic day!