Knitting

I love to create things with my hands. I think it goes nicely with writing, a predominantly mind-centered activity. I’ve spent way too much money on yarn and knitting books, but when I see a wonderful fiber blend or a book on Nordic sweater patterns, I cannot resist. Here’s a few of the things I’ve knitted.

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Rowan Lenpur Linen Collection by Sarah Hatton – “Cari” knitted in Lenpur Lenin, Color: Lagoon 565	Rowan Lenpur Linen Collection by Sarah Hatton – “Katia” knitted in Lenpur Lenin, Color: Vivid 563	Tweed by Nancy J. Thomas – “Isle of Skye Jacket” knitted in Tahki Yards Donegal Tweed, Color: red 863	Denim Blue Peplum Sweater – Tweed by Nancy J. Thomas – “Northern Ireland Peplum Sweater” knitted in Denim 064
Brioche Stitch Scarf – I learned a new stitch! This is complicated until you get the hang of it. And don’t dare mess up – it’s nearly impossible to repair.	Purple Fair Isle Vest – My own color palette. I altered a pattern to fit.

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Fair Isle Dress – Rowan Magazine Number 48, Pattern: Lidiya by Kaffe Fassett	Purple Caplet – Rowan Winter Drift, Pattern: Coddle by Lisa Richardson	Gray and Purple Mittens – Magnificent Mittens and Socks by Anna Zilboorg. I feel in love with this mitten book and had to try some of these patterns.
Scandinavian Mittens – Magnificent Mittens and Socks by Anna Zilboorg.	Green Striped Socks – Getting Started Knitting Socks by Ann Budd. My first pair of socks!

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Knitting

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