Even though life has been so busy lately, there has been knitting going on. I'm slowly getting there with my Good Stuff socks. I'm using 2mm DPNs, and finding it much rougher going than I do when I use my usual 2.5mm needles. Also, to keep the gorgeous striping action, these socks are knit on less stitches than I usually use, so they're long and skinny. They will fit, though, and I found some amazing clog-type shoes at the thrift store to wear them with, so I really should get busy.
In contrast, Liam's Baby Sophisticate sweater is flying along! The pattern sizing only goes to 6-12mths, but it's a fairly standard top down coconstruction, so I added a few increase rows before I separated the sleeves. I can't wait to see Liam in this, it looks so much like a tiny smoking jacket - so sweet. I'm using Knitpicks Comfy Bulky in the Planetarium colourway - it's such a soft, squishy yarn. I'm looking forward to seeing how it wears over time.
Even though we've had the most amazing summer weather ever, I've surprised myself, finding my thoughts turning to fall of late. I've been thinking about upcoming sweaters, Christmas knitting, starting a fire in the fireplace... Mmmmm, I can almost see the leaves turning!
Do you have big winter knitting plans?
It amazed me how slow 2mm socks were compared to 2.5mm - I normally end up as 2.25 these days - perfect compromise for me!
Posted by: Sarah | August 12, 2009 at 07:16 AM
Did you say you've had amazing summer weather? You must be the only person in western Canada (or all of North America for that matter) to have decent weather. Please send some east when you get a moment!
Winter knitting: hmmm. A few little ornaments to gift to some old friends, and some lace. I think this might be the winter of lace. A jacket, definitely a few shawls, and maybe a large project like an afghan or blanket. I may start up sock production again, since the stash is well stocked in that department. I'm like you, though. I'm already thinking about fall.
Posted by: Judy G. | August 12, 2009 at 08:36 AM
I have so many knitting plans and so little time. I really would love to knit a cardi for myself, but we'll see.
Posted by: Hasbu | August 13, 2009 at 10:24 AM
I always have big winter plans. Summer is too hot. :0
Sounds like you've been busy!
Posted by: Carrie K | August 13, 2009 at 04:04 PM
What a cute Baby Sophisticate! Liam will look handsome in that jacket.
I grumble at having to occasionally use 2.25mm needles, going any smaller would take fortitude. :-) The way the socks are striping up will make it well worth all the extra stitches and eye-strain. Perfect for clogs.
Posted by: Wanda J | August 14, 2009 at 08:09 AM
oh Liam will look so great in that jacket, I can't wait to see it done!
I'm looking to the cooler weather- with less humidity! The humidity is killing me this year, even with the cooler than usual summer. Plus school starts soon so I will finally have some time to myself to get stuff done- hopefully
Posted by: colleen | August 16, 2009 at 08:32 AM
It must be fun to knit baby items. Less yarn, less time, but still a great finished knit! Can't wait to see it.
Posted by: Tammy | August 16, 2009 at 09:23 AM
Those are great looking socks and I really love Liam's sweater in progress, what a great colour!
ahhh, I always welcome Jan.Feb.and March!
Posted by: marianne | August 16, 2009 at 09:41 AM
All I can say is lucky Liam. It does look like a comfy yarn this Comfy Bulky. Maybe some of your good thoughts on knitting Fall ideas will rub off on me.LOL I haven't felt like knitting lately. So nice to see these great knits in progress!
Posted by: KnitPastis | August 17, 2009 at 01:42 PM
Love your moose photo! Our cool rainy summer has turned HOT. Which is good, not for knitting, but for preparing psychologically for the long cold winter ahead (which will be good for knitting).
Posted by: knittingoutloud | August 19, 2009 at 04:37 AM