Some Other WIPs

I've been pretty focused on my WIPs, but since variety is the spice of life, I've got a few other things going on when I've finished my "WIP homework" every week.  In a weird way, I'm finding it is easier to keep on track with my WIP Wednesday projects because I know if I DO get my goals for the week done, I'm free to work on anything else that strikes my fancy.

So, as mentioned in a previous post, I started a pair of socks for charity knitting.  These socks are slated for a March departure to a children's orphanage that has a large group of older kids in an extremely cold climate.  I decided to hit the stash and have come up with what might be a new favorite in the sock yarn world: Meilenweit's Mega Boots Stretch.  Subtle color gradiations, knits up quickly and feels wooly and not plastic-y, even with nylon in it.  One of the socks is completely done, just a basic 2x2 rib and the other one is knit down to just about an inch before I need to start the heel. 

Then, I also scored on some end-of-the-year-sale yarn from Three Wishes here in SLC and bought enough Silky Wool to knit a shawl for my mum.  She wound up wrapping up in my leaping rabbit stole that Cathy crocheted for me about 2 years ago from handspun when they were visiting over the holidays, and she indicated that she would wear something around the house in the morning and on weekends, so I decided to go with a heavier, less lacier, everyday kinda shawl.  I think I've got a nice marriage going with the red Silky Wool and Mim's Seraphim Shawl (which is available for sale via her online store - although I think I'm the only knitter in the universe who hasn't knit it yet.)

Are you sensing a "red" theme?  Hm... yes, well, in the spirit of not joining anything, I also signed up for Project Spectrum Three, which kicks off in February with the element of fire and things red, pink, and orange.  I like to stay consistent to my personal mantra of not being a joiner that way.

All for now....

Comments

[Marcia Cooke]

Well, no, you are not the last person in the world, etc.....I am! In fact, I have yet to knit ANY shawl! Doncha love that Mega Boots? It's one of my faves, too. Also Austermann Step.....

[Beth S.]

All that warm red is just perfect for this time of year, when it can get a bit colorless. ;-)

I haven't cast on Seraphim yet (though I intend to), so don't worry, you're not the last!

[Sheepish Annie]

What sweet little socks! Someone will have warm feet very soon...

Fear not. I have not knit Seraphim, either. I'm pretty much behind in all the cool knitting.

[Alarming Female]

that's a mighty fine lookin' short row heel, there, ma'am

(don't I sound all Western & shit?)

[Carol]

What pretty socks! I can't wait to see the shawl, who knows when I'll get to knit one;-)

[Miriam]

You're definitely not the last person for Seraphim. People keep buying it after all. :)

M

[Karen]

I still haven't knit that shawl yet either. I am going to for sure though.
I love that sock yarn colorway!

[Margaret]

I like how you've gotten a head start on PS3 with the socks and shawl! Nope, I haven't knit Icarus yet either, but it will be a wonderful everyday shawl in the Silky Wool! I'm using it for a Hypoteneuse and it's nice and warm but still light.

[Diane]

Love the socks and your sock blockers. Meilenweit's Mega Boots Stretch is a favorite of mine also.