If there is such a thing as the Happies, I got it. Remember last weekend when I was whining about not having enough time to knit?
Thanks to some time dog-sitting, my sister's four legged children, I was able to get my needles clicking. At some point I could have sworn they were singing. Then again, that was probably just me.
The love blob of lace above, is my progress on the Rappacinni's Garden Shawl. It is in it's final (very long) rows, and I am still smitten with the pattern. The yarn...don't get me started on how incredible it is. I wish there was a way to capture the beauty and depth of this lace yarn from Wooly Wonka Fibers on camera . I am sure the dyer does as well, because I promise everyone would have serious cases of grabby hands.
The sock that I am working on for our group on Ravelry, is coming along. One, almost done.
Just need to get this toe stitched up, then we are on to sock #2.
Other than knitting, there are two video podcasts that I have been enjoying.
- Suburban Stitcher - Her most recent podcast was recorded with her friends at a Hotel before Rhinebeck. It was so much fun to watch.
- In A Sknit- This podcast makes me feel like I am in their knitting room with them. Very enjoyable.
So, I guess you can say I am over my little fit from the last post. I discovered that I cannot listen to knitting podcast at work, or else I will want to knit, Duh! I knit on my lunch at work, which helps center me and makes me happy.
Oh, and thanks to a member of My Sister's Knitter Group on Ravelry, I have discovered the bliss that is Salted Caramel Mocha Creamer. Thank you Penny!
Hope you are all in a happy place today, tomorrow and ever after!
XO
Andi
The yarn for your shawl looks beautiful! I am glad you have time to knit. We went to Rhinebeck today. I had 5 hours of knitting in the car. It was glorious!
Posted by: Andee | 10/20/2013 at 04:06 PM
Your shawl is going to be amazing and I love that you are still smitten with the pattern, now I want to knit one myself.
Posted by: Tracey | 10/20/2013 at 04:47 PM
I have been wanting to knit more than usual, too.
I feel guilty sometimes for knitting but I should not because I do have something to show for my time.
I have been busy with things so I usually only knit at night when I am watching tv ( though I must admit that I always have a project bag with me wherever I go).
Posted by: Maureen | 10/20/2013 at 04:51 PM
That will be a beautiful shawl! Can't wait to see it done! Thanks or sharing the podcast love; those are new to me! I'm in need of some new episodes--I'm up to date on all the ones that I follow :-)
Posted by: Monica | 10/20/2013 at 04:55 PM
I would be happy sitting there, knitting away with that lovely yarn.The sock yarn is super fun.
Posted by: Kepanie | 10/20/2013 at 04:59 PM
That is some serious stripy sock goodness right there! I love that colour combination.
I'm glad to hear you found some time for yourself (and your needles!) Often when I get in a funk I find it takes me less time to get out of it than I think it will, it just comes down to feeling like I've made some progress and found a little quiet space for myself.
Have a lovely week!
Posted by: AngelaH | 10/20/2013 at 05:45 PM
Love the work you've completed on both your shawl and sock. They will be beautiful F.Os.
And p.s. I have that mug with my initial! :D
Posted by: Nicky | 10/20/2013 at 05:55 PM
That shawl is going to be stunning! That color is so amazing! Cute socks!! I also have been enjoying the Suburban Stitcher, I find her very down to earth! I am off now to check out In a Sknit! Thanks for the recommendation! AND I am crossing my fingers that our market carries that Salted Caramel Mocha coffee creamer, amazing :-)
Posted by: Denica | 10/20/2013 at 08:55 PM
oh andi! that shawl is so pretty (i just looked at the pattern)love the color of yours! and your sock, i have to make some, you are just too inspiring. i want a pair now!
Posted by: lori | 10/20/2013 at 09:02 PM
There is nothing like a good, long knit, is there? The shawl looks beautiful. I am surprised at how well the sock pattern works with stripes!
Posted by: Caffeine Girl | 10/21/2013 at 04:50 AM
scrumptious is what that yarn is!!! lovely knit and I can see it being something that echoes "just one more row". I hope you get more dog sitting opportunities so you can have a completed shawl ;)
Posted by: karen | 10/21/2013 at 05:20 AM
The colour of that shawl ... it's exquisite! So glad the knitting gods are smiling on you :)
Posted by: Annie @ knitsofacto | 10/21/2013 at 05:22 AM
Everyone needs to find their little piece of happiness ... I knit during my lunch break at work, too, and I can't tell you how much it helps center my day! xo
Posted by: evelyn | 10/21/2013 at 08:59 AM
Yes. Sigh. Another colorway I create which cannot be photographed correctly. I think that's all I've got.
Posted by: Anne | 10/21/2013 at 09:30 AM
I must check out Wooly Wonka Fibers...gorgeous color! Cannot wait to see your shawl finished!
And your Hermione is perfect!! I cast on another pair :)
I haven't tried Salted Caramel creamer, but I am *obsessed* with Pumpkin Spice creamer!! wooo!! :)
So glad you found more time to knit :)
Posted by: Jesse | 10/21/2013 at 09:41 AM
I so love your knitting--the colors you choose are always so perfect for the pattern they go with. Such rich colors. Glad you found some time to get some knitting time in. I have not seen that creamer but boy does that look yum! Personally I am eagerly waiting for eggnog to return to my grocers--I love putting that in my coffee. :)
xoxoxo
Posted by: Kim | 10/21/2013 at 11:10 AM
The 'happies' should be a thing so people share more often. Excited to see your shawl!
Posted by: Alicia | 10/21/2013 at 12:55 PM
beautiful knitting as always xo
Posted by: wendy | 10/21/2013 at 04:10 PM
oh, that shawl!!!! and just think once the magic of blocking takes hold!!!! can't wait to see it!
Posted by: steph | 10/21/2013 at 06:27 PM
Those socks are just so happy!! The lace colour is gorgeous.
Posted by: Kiwiyarns | 10/21/2013 at 08:06 PM
I bet that "blob" is going to look amazing pretty soon! And those hermione's... so pretty! I love the colours.
Posted by: Amanda Keeys | 10/22/2013 at 03:04 AM
I adore the happies!!! Glad to hear you got a case of them!
Posted by: Donna @Allthingsming | 10/22/2013 at 01:35 PM
happies are the best! so glad you have em'
the creamer looks divine, putting that on my shopping list
the shawl is lovely and a beautiful color~ i finally started a lala shawl!!!
hope your week is a good one!
xo
katie
ps...watch your mailbox :~)
Posted by: katie | 10/23/2013 at 10:18 AM
Thank you so much for the shout-out!! Glad you're enjoying our show. We have so much fun making it and "chatting" with all the people we've found through this new adventure.
I love your socks, and that shawl is gorgeous! I want to hug it through my monitor, so I can only imagine how beautiful it is in person.
--Sarah of In a sKnit
Posted by: Sarah | 10/23/2013 at 07:08 PM
the color of that shawl is gorgeous!
Posted by: amanda | 10/26/2013 at 10:22 AM