Yesterday, I realized I might have messed up in adding a repeat of the F&F pattern on my Mémère's shawl a few rows back. It's frustrating! I need to figure out what I did, but I may well have to tink back 5 rows. And these rows are getting big. *grumble*
So, I really need a new knitted hat. The Fur Hat Of Doom will have its day again, oh yes, but it's not quite cold enough yet for that. I l do love my Corona (MALABRIIIIIIGO!), but it's really too big, and it's starting to get slightly ratty. I keep saying, "Maybe I'll try felting it just to see what happens," but I haven't yet dared. Maybe when I actually have a new hat to wear, I might work up the courage! I'm pretty sure I'm going to use this pattern. The large section that gets doubled over means a double layer of warmth, and I like the cables. I may end up using that skein of navy blue yarn I've been keeping forever--the one that's merino, and...alpaca and silk? Alpaca and bamboo? Something like that. Cozy and soft, anyway. I'm fairly sure that one skein will be enough. If it's not quite, I might add another color near the crown. I might want to take a brief break from the shawl to get started on this hat, or I won't have it while the weather is right to wear it. I have until Christmas to finish the shawl, anyway.
My cousin's wife sent me a thank-you card today for the sweater I knit her baby-to-be. She was really happy to get something handmade. I think the design of that little cardi is good for babies--it's just one button, so it's easy to get on and off.
Man, I'd rather be knitting right now than working...
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