whackadoodle coconut

still it's knitting and purling the same way. although reading the pattern is new. seems to be working out, should help somewhat in retaining knowledge.

John bought me a pair of mini mochi sock yarn to knit up a pair of socks for one of his contractors (and a friend of mine).  I just wound them up this afternoon and noticed that they are not the same striping sequence. As I was winding, I noticed how soft the yarn is and subtle the color changes are. I will also be starting a new quilting class tomorrow in SLO.  This one is for a bargello table runner.  This particular pattern style, I was immediately drawn to last year when I took the basic quilting classes.  Here is the image that the teacher sent out -   Hers is an autumn color way.  I chose the patriotic color way of reds and blues, actually it was random, because I couldn't choose.   I also started a small garden with a couple (literally 2) herbs and a couple veg.  This will be a fun summer!  I have quite a bit of crafts and outings planned, I am really looking forward to.  I'll keep you posted on my progress a...

Finished my ripped socks - Yarn: Spud and Chloe Fine Glowworm, Pattern: Faux Cabled Socks

I am working on my project list for summer, it keeps me busy and I always have somehting to do for an hour or less or when I watch a movie - this week features super heros (what else right?). spud and chloe fine in glowworm pattern cabled socks from the book socks from the toe up These are the socks that I unravelled a while back and are just now getting to re do them.  I chose a different pattern.  One with small faux cables, they are turning out nicely.  Just a short 4 row repeat.  I'm almost to the gusset and heel flap. Then I am working on weening down the stash and randomly making granny squares for a blanket someday.  Something that isn't too fancy, but perfect for taking places or grabbing for the car. I won't be too upset if it gets dirty or misplaced, or lost.  Just quirky crochet & knit squares that are impromptu. leftover yarn from elefante and tako (or ocho) it's a barney purple generic acrylic yarn from red heart - ...