I must say, disregarding the trauma of the wrapped heel and toe, I do like this sock. It’s a pleasure to knit – the pattern has a nice rhythm to it and is simple enough to be error-free but demands enough attention to keep boredom at bay. I am just about to knit the rib …
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Spinning Day
It is spinning day today – we are at M’s. The weather has broken somewhat and is grey and overcast with a little dampness, but scarcely any wind. I am trying to decide whether to take the car and the spinning wheel, or to cycle with my knitting. It’s a difficult decision. I do need …
Ears of Corn
The Teosinte sock is cracking along – but not quite as fast as I had thought that it would. The heel is not yet in sight, although tea time has arrived. It is a very pretty sock. We are having a Harry Potter Fest. HP3 tonight. It’s scarcely taxing viewing, so I may get more …
Bread and Beauty
The Knitpicks needles are great – sturdy and slick, and just the right size for my hands at 6″. There are 6 sets of five needles from 2.00mm to 3.25mm – I am equipped now for any sock eventuality. The Teosinte sock is now progressing rapidly, and looking very nice indeed. It’s a happy marriage …
Guaranteed
I think that we may guarantee Second Sock Syndrome on the Burning Rings of Fire – my new Knitpicks sock needles just arrived. I’ll be picking up the Teosinte socks once I have grafted this toe.
On the Throne
Nell has developed a habit of joining us in the toilet. It is most disconcerting to have a small dog barrel her way into the smallest room and sit watching intently. Even more disconcerting is the fact that after a short period of intense gazing, she then does a low bow. Like a courtier to …