Yes, there has been something happening here at Chez Magpie - at least in the evenings in front of the tv anyway. I finally treated myself to a pair of hand knitted socks....
Please note my artsy-fartsy attempt
at photography!
The pattern is my favourite sock pattern...the ' Basic Ribbed Sock' by Kate Atherley which can be found HERE. I LOVE this sock pattern! It's basic and yet not boring to knit. I do change the toe to one that's a little more rounded but otherwise I stick to Kate's pattern. (if you're interested in the toe pattern I use, let me know and I'll share it). The yarn for this pair is Regia from Schachenmayr in one of the colorways by Arne and Carlos. One ball made a size 11 pair of socks.
Next 'up' on the needles is a sweater for #2 grandson - a stash dive yielded enough odds and ends of blues that will look okay in a striped pattern. At least I hope there's enough! Also found enough to make #3 'grand' a sweater too. Alas the stash let me down for making anything for #1 'grand' so will have to place an order I guess.
And, speaking of knitting and patterns, when I was poking around on Ravelry hunting for a pattern for the sweaters I came across THIS - my heart skipped just a little beat. My family absolutely loves the book 'Where The Wild Things Are' and I suspect there are at least two grandsons who would be absolutely delighted if Grandma were to make them each one. #3 grandson is a tad too young to appreciate the excitement (yet). Alas my stash is not coughing up what I need to even begin making any. Sadly.
- Just a word of warning here - just remember it's not my fault if you end up with an ear worm of 'Five Little Monkeys Jumping On The Bed' after you check out THIS.
- THIS is just plain drool-worthy. I must remember it's not good to covet.....
- And have a look at the incredible stitching done by THIS amazing artist! And THIS one too!!
- And have a look at the incredible stitching done by THIS amazing artist! And THIS one too!!
- THIS is a great little stash buster idea for any kids that are in your life - either they can make it themselves or you can.
Today's quote is from Oscar Wilde..."To give and not expect return, that is what lies at the heart of love"
Stay safe, stay well.
Neat socks--and a lovely photo, too...
ReplyDelete~ ~ ~ waving from afar Julierose
My artistic abilities don't lend themselves to creative photographs!
DeleteThe drool worth link is stunning, the colors!
ReplyDeleteIncredible stitching link, they look real!
Thank you for more wonderful links
You're welcome! Glad you enjoy some of the links I scrounge.
DeleteThat thread site is dangerous.
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely drool-worthy isn't it!
DeleteThe wild things - best book ever plus the Wonky donkey....hee haw!
ReplyDeleteI agree - those are two of the best books ever! Wonky Donkey was a more recent discovery and I must admit I've watched that video of the grandma reading it over and over. Makes my laugh hysterically every single time.
DeleteLove your hand knitted blue socks. My you have some knitting in your future. Your gift cupboard will be filled with lots of loving hand crafted gifts. Staying well and safe...<3
ReplyDeleteMy favourite colour is blue so my socks had to be that colour (b'sides I pretty much live in jeans so it's a win/win). The sweaters will hopefully keep our little guys warm on cool evenings in the summer and into next winter (provided they don't outgrow them TOO fast!)
DeleteGreat job with the socks and the photo. You'll have toasty toes!
ReplyDeleteKind of the wrong time of the year to be making warm socks but at least I'll have them in the fall.
DeleteIt seems so inadequate, but all I can say over the butterfly and moth creations is, wOw! Your socks are so pretty. A little part of me would like to try knitting socks except that I know I'd dread having to make a second one - which would make me regret having made the first one. Meanshile I just keep admiring others' handknit socks.
ReplyDeleteYes, aren't those flutterby and moths incredible!! I simply can't imagine stitching anything that intricate. As for knitting socks, I resisted for a long time and finally decided I needed to see what all the hype was about. Luckily I stumbled on this easy pattern and now I really enjoy making them. I wish I was a faster knitter though and could make a pair in a week like so many people can.
DeleteBeautiful socks Mary Anne and I love the setting!! Very naughty link to that thread site.... should have a warning!! Hugs Christine xx
ReplyDeleteHee hee - glad you felt the same way about that thread site as I did! Wishful thinking was certainly high on my list when I discovered that one.
DeleteSock it to me.
ReplyDeleteYay! I was expecting those very words from somebody in the comments and you didn't let me down!
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