:: Happy Girl

 

I just finished this one up, much to the delight of my Girl #2. Before I could sew on the buttons, I had to google "how-to-sew-buttons-on-knit-sweaters".   I love Google... and YouTube. Through them, I have learned so much from other women, from how-to make homemade yogurt, to how-to K1FB (knit 1 front and back). But, now I'm on a tangent..  Back to the knitting.

 

In Threes Cardigan (my Ravelry page)

The moment Audrey woke up she wanted it on.  Sorry for the poor lighting... it was still dark.

I'd think it's safe to say I have one happy girl.  Her mama's happy, too.  One down, 2 more to go.

:: Something for Girl #2

 

Slowly...in progress...a sweet little cardi forming on my knitting needles.

 This In Threes cardigan for my 4-year-old Audrey is taking form.  Every evening I get about 4-6 rows done, and then my eyes just won't stay open any longer.  Drat needing sleep!  =)

 

Every morning she asks, "Did you sew the buttons on yet?!"

Soon, girl.  Soon.



:: On the needles again

I love knitting.  But there are times when my needles sit silent, especially during hot months.  When the air begins to cool and the evenings get dark earlier, I begin searching for a portable hand-project I can carry from room to room in the evenings as I listen to my man read bedtime stories to our little ones, or as we watch seasons of unbeatable Andy Griffith, borrowed from the library.

I love the feel of the smooth needles, the tug of the yarn through my hand, and watching something shape from nothing.

I especially love casting off.  The excitement (and anxiety) of trying it on for the first time.  Hoping it fits, and that it will be loved.

My boy has been waiting a year for this cap to start, and finish.  He is so patient.  I used a chunky yarn, so it knit up quick, once I begun, that is!

You can see more info (and pattern) here on Ravelry.

Now it's on to the next idea.  Can't wait to show you!