A Few More Year in Review

Matt's Aspinwall Pullover will be done today. I have maybe a little over an inch to go on the collar, then just the zipper and a few finishing touches (not much... as most of the ends are woven in). Meanwhile... I'm doing 3 projects today.

Sensational Flower Basket Shawl


Quick summery: a beautiful lace pattern in a luxery yarn

Initial impression: very happy, but needed more yarn.

Current impression: just like the other shawls in my closet... never worn. I'm a cardigan girl (I feel "over accessorized" when I wear a shawl). I like cardigans.

Final thoughts: I loved knitting this, and the heavy yarn made for a quick project. I do think that if I find the right winter coat (and I'm looking for one), this will be wonderful with it.

My So Called Scarf


Quick summery: found this lovely yarn at a LYS, perfect breakfast knitting project

Initial thoughts: loved loved loved knitting this... maybe too much so (the scarf is Dr. Who long). The colors and the pattern were wonderful to knit.

Current thoughts: it's a little too long, but it's so snuggly and warm. Haven't actually worn it, but it's a great winter scarf.

Final thoughts: just like the Flower Basket Shawl... needs the right coat.

Summer Sambuca (I want to get a sweater in today).


Quick summery: a top down crochet jacket modified for a lighter weight yarn and with short sleeves

Initial thoughts: instant gratification, perfect light summer cardigan (tho' I still need some work on my crochet skills)

Current thoughts: still love it. It's the perfect little lacey cardigan for summer.

Final thoughts: Really enjoyed making it, think the summer/lighter weight worked out well... so well that I probably will try the wool/long sleeve version again.