Happy Sunday knitting...

 

Well hello there...

 

Yarn-Nomadic Yarns in the colorway, Honeydukes.

I can honestly say, I am trying to do better about getting back into blogging. That being said, I give myself permission to forgive myself if I miss a Sunday here or there.  It is not like I am not thinking of chatting with you all, it is just sometimes time gets away from me. My apologies. So let's catch up, shall we? 

We are in a new lovely month, August. While the weather and humidity are not my favorites, it is my sister's birthday month, so I enjoy it because of that. 

 

 

The knitting news here is pretty plump. I finished my  Harry Potter themed socks for a casual Instagram knit-along that is happening. The goal is to knit with my much loved and hoarded Harry Potter themed yarns, at least a pair a month until December. So these loves are my finished July socks. I am already on to my August socks...

 

 

These are going to be plain vanilla socks. The yarn is Story Weaver Sock Yarn in the color, The Boy Who Lived. Isn't it fun? I always find it difficult not to have "special" yarn in my stash and not hoard it, but I hoping seeing all the fun yarns knit up will help ease that tendency.  Do you have those skeins of precious yarns that you have a hard time knitting up?

 

 

In addition to fun knitting, the mail has been especially kind. This lovely bundle is from one very special lady, River.  Her Instagram page fills me with a peace like no other. Her shop is evidently an extension of that peace, as receiving these treats in the mail made my week.  Not sure what these beautiful minis will become, but I know what ever they grow up to  be will be amazing. 

I can never get over how much this knitting community means to me. When i receive mail like this, I think it is quite possible that we are the luckiest people in the world to have these connections. 

 

 

I have to share with you another lunch buddy from the fake lake outside my work.  I get to sit outside for a bit and watch this guys antics. He is sort of a bully, but he is spectacular to watch. 

That is about it for me this week. I hope you all are doing well and enjoying your Summer crafting despite the hot temps.  Stay cool and have the best day today!

 

 

 

XO,

andi 

Comments

[Autumn]

I have always loved Harry Potter, but I haven't ever bought HP-themed yarn. Now I'm in the mood to reread all of the books... a possible Fall Goal for me! :) Thank you for sharing such a delightful Etsy shop, it looks like an instant favorite!!

[Jane]

You do find the prettiest yarns! Thanks for the links. The heron looks like he is very much in charge. I love to watch them fish - they are so patient and then strike without warning. Very fierce indeed.

[Stefanie]

What a nice package you've received. I love your new sock WIP. I so want all the Nomadic Yarns Harry Potter line.

[karen]

fake lake or not, someone believes it's real :) Lovely sock knitting!!

[Anna Jane]

I absolutely love seeing what you're up to dear friend, and find your luscious WIPs inspiring. That being said, I'm so glad you're being gentle with yourself in posting/not posting as you wish :) Your blog is a delight, always! xoxo

[Angela]

Adorable Harry Potter project bag!! Those tiny scissors oh so cute!! The mini yarns have the loveliest colors!!

[Judy]

Love the socks. They are all so cute and neat. Love those small scissors. Where did you get them, or what brand are they? I have this thing for unusual scissors. :)

[Lisa]

I hope you have had a great summer! The summer months zoom by way too fast. I love your finished socks they are great and can see the Harry Potty theme colors there. Hope your sister had a good birthday. Those skeins are beautiful I see some more pretty socks being made with them in the future :)