Happy Sunday! After a self-imposed busy week, I felt it about time to rein things in.
~Test knit for Liesl-Henny Shawl should be available around the first of March~
Took the time to enjoy all the beautiful knits. Thankfully I put a stop to the castonitis, which helped matters immensely.
Rather than struggling to figure out how to knit and read a physical book at the same time, (I so want to be like those of you who can), I settled on an audio book. Proved to be the perfect companion for knitting on my scrap blanket.
The sock yarn blanket was a must knit as I received more generous donations from a lovely Ravelery member, Heidi.
Sometimes when only you are to blame for making your life crazy, the smart thing to do is to stop and pour yourself a cup of tea. Do you ever find that sometimes you have to put yourself on pause?
I will leave you with a song and as always wish you the best day today!
XO,
Andi
Your blanket is looking absolutely gorgeous! Hope you have a calmer week :)
Posted by: Amanda Keeys | 02/15/2015 at 01:57 AM
So you started listening to Neil! Do you like it? I liked The Ocean a lot.
I passed my exam but guess what? I haven't knitted a row since. Busy calling up my friends and cooking for them, and working of course. Maybe next week.
Have a nice Sunday and a calm week!
Khendra
Posted by: Khendra | 02/15/2015 at 04:22 AM
Andi, I put myself on pause regularly and tea and knitting is the perfect cure when you've been all too busy. I love listening to a good audiobook or podcast as well while I knit.
Posted by: Pia | 02/15/2015 at 05:40 AM
A little pause is a good thing... ;)
LOVE the look of that shawl in the making!! And, lucky you! More beautiful colors for your blanket! Both are going to be beautiful!
I am going to have to try the audio books. blessings ~ tanna
Posted by: tanna | 02/15/2015 at 06:08 AM
Castonitis is an awful affliction and we are all struck by it occasionally. Audio books are a life saver for me....I can't knit and read at the same time either! Love the pattern and all the colours in your blanket....and the lace knitting is just gorgeous!
Posted by: Sue | 02/15/2015 at 06:27 AM
Your blanket is really coming along- I am eager to see it done- very inspiring indeed. Id love the shawl pattern, I haven't seen this one before.
Have the best Sunday!
Posted by: Camilla | 02/15/2015 at 06:58 AM
Oh my, what is the pattern for that gorgeous shawl you are knitting?
Posted by: Tahnee | 02/15/2015 at 08:24 AM
oh, Andi, that shawl is a dream. The blanket is pure love and joy. So fun to see it grow :-)
Posted by: monica | 02/15/2015 at 08:27 AM
Beautiful knitting!
Love the mug - anything with words on it has my appreciation! :)
Posted by: Bekah | 02/15/2015 at 09:02 AM
I adore audio books, I listen when I am out walking, makes me get outside and move since I won't listen to them unless I am outside. {a rule I gave myself.}
I am enjoying a hot cup of honey and lemon tea this cold morning. I have been a little bit under the weather and am trying with all my might not to get pneumonia.
Posted by: Tracey | 02/15/2015 at 10:10 AM
I DO feel that I am pushing myself too much sometimes. I have so many things that I like to do that 24 hours never seem enough. But I made a rule - I allow myself 10 minutes in the morning to stretch and 30-40 minutes dog walking in the afternoons, in silence and not thinking about anything, just being in the moment. It seems like such a small thing, but it really makes a difference.
Posted by: Alina | 02/15/2015 at 11:14 AM
That is exactly where I am today in my knitting. Time to put it on pause and really figure out what I want to be knitting… I want to knit it all!
Posted by: Penny | 02/15/2015 at 11:15 AM
Whenever I feel peaceful, tea is a good compliment. Whenever I feel anxious, tea is my consolation. So in the end, I drink a lot of tea :) Your knits do look beautiful! Very colorful and cheerful!
Posted by: Nicole | 02/15/2015 at 11:41 AM
The Ocean was such a wonderful book, I feel it is one of those where you will take away something different from it depending on the current stage in your life. Gaiman is one of my favorite authors!
Posted by: Amber | 02/15/2015 at 11:46 AM
Hahaha -ALL the time, Andi! I really enjoyed reading The Ocean at the End of the Lane (LOVE that Neil Gaiman!), thrilled to know you liked it too :) XOXO p.s. Are you able to share the name of that pattern - it's so pretty!
Posted by: Leigh | 02/15/2015 at 12:31 PM
Enjoy the calm. The blanket is looking wonderful x
Posted by: Sam | 02/15/2015 at 12:38 PM
you can have all the sock yarn scraps in the world....and yet, getting a few new to you colors will keep the love-alive!!!! your blanket is really looking great!!! :) (and love that shawl!!!!)
Posted by: steph | 02/15/2015 at 01:05 PM
Your blanket is gorgeous. How much yarn do you need for each square?
Posted by: Dee | 02/15/2015 at 01:49 PM
keep practicing the knitting and the reading (stockinette if you want perfect knitting). I have perfected this multitasking. I was reading and knitting that scrap blanket (which will never ever be finished...). Lovely pink in the first photo! Oh and I wore my orange sweater which will be in a post maybe tomorrow??
Posted by: karen | 02/15/2015 at 02:33 PM
That scrap blanket must be quite large by now! How fun to have it full of other people's stashes. It will feel like a hug from around the world.
Posted by: Audry | 02/15/2015 at 03:25 PM
I can't do audio books and knitting, i don't remember what I'm "reading".
But I am so glad that blanket is coming along. Seeing yours makes me want to start one.
Posted by: Lisa | 02/15/2015 at 05:00 PM
Just found your blog - beautiful. Love that you are listening to Neil. A local bookstore won a contest and he was in our town last week - it was crazy
Posted by: Julie | 02/15/2015 at 06:34 PM
Of Monsters and Men are such a gorgeous band. It's a brilliant song.
I love that first shawl. The way those cables are set up is going to look stunning once blocked.
Posted by: bekswhoknits | 02/15/2015 at 07:17 PM
Um, that test knit project is GORGEOUS. No joke.
Posted by: Andrea @This Knitted Life | 02/15/2015 at 07:22 PM
I love audio books and knitting. Take care
Posted by: Juliann | 02/15/2015 at 10:38 PM