Category: Knitting

I’m going with week 20 of AYOP!

AYOP, Knitting

My crafty plans for the week were to start a pair of Christmas socks, which I have done. I finished the first sock, but I haven’t started the second one yet. The yarn I chose is Area 51 Fibres in the Sturdy Alien base in the A Little bit Grinchy colourway. I am enjoying the colourway, but I don’t see how it represents the Grinch. Anyway, my goal for this week is to at least start the second sock and hopefully, make it to the heel.

I also reviewed my plans for the year, which helped motivate me to pick up my poncho. I knit approximately three inches. My plan for this next week is to knit two inches.

My goals for next week are to also pick a summer top to start working on. We have had a very cold Spring so far, so it’s hard to get motivated for Summer, but I would love to complete it so I can enjoy wearing it during Summer.

Currently watching: Only Murders in the Building – Season Two

What week is it???

Knitting, Stitching, YOP

It feels like it’s been at least eight weeks since I last posted. In that time, I started a new job. That just happens to be night shift, so I never seem to know what day it is. It has taken several weeks to get my sleep right. And even now, I feel a little off. I was sick with a cold all last week. And I feel that my crafting time has taken a hit.

I have managed to complete two small projects since I last posted. The pattern is Hallow Sampler by The Primitive Needle. The linen is by handmadenumber12. From memory, it was 46 count. I did change out a few of the called for colours. It was such a fun stitch.

My second project was a pair of Rose City Rollers knit with Area 51 fibres in The Pumpkin Spice Cafe colourway.

My next knitting project will be Christmas socks in the A Little Bit Grinchy colourway by Area 51 Fibres. I hope everyone is doing well. I will do my best to do the rounds of everyone’s blogs.

Currently watching: Only Murders in the Building – Season Two

Year of Projects Week 9 of 52

AYOP, Knitting, Stitching

I have very little to post about this week. I cast on a new shawl and managed to get a little stitching done. My motivation is all over the place, much like our weather. We had a few nice days followed by a week of wet and windy conditions. We do have a couple of nice days at the end of the week that cannot arrive quick enough.

I continued stitching Le Marquoir de Marie-Andree. At this stage, I am planning for the first alphabet to have the same two colours. For September, I may start a Halloween sampler to continue with Spooky Summer SAL and Sampler September SAL.

I cast on another Hitchhiker, because everyone needs six, right? The yarn is Yarn Ink in the Woodland colourway. This will be my car knitting over the next few months.

I hope everyone has a productive week.

Currently watching: Catching up on Floss tube.

AYOP Week 2(Birthday Week)

AYOP, Knitting, Stitching

This week, I made progress on only one project. The pattern is Gourdness Gracious by With Thy Needle & Thread. The linen is 40 count in the Colourway Decrepit by Number12StitchCo. I am using all of the called-for threads, except one. I switched out Weeks Charcoal for Weeks Onyx.

As this week is my Birthday (19th), I am allowing myself to start a few projects without feeling shame or guilt, lol. Of the five projects I have picked, four are on my project list for the year.

I have the fabric for all of the projects and the thread for two. I placed an order for the remaining threads. I am hoping they arrive early this week.

The one knitting project I have picked is a Hitchhiker Shawl. I have knit this shawl several times. It is the perfect size when you need something light around your neck without too much bulk. The yarn I have picked is Yarn Ink in the Woodland colourway.

Currently watching: The Order Season 2

AYOP Week 1

AYOP, Knitting, Stitching

This is the 15th year of Year of project’s. However, this will be my first full year. I have no intention of setting unrealistic goals. I will also set monthly goals for myself. I will start with crochet as there is one one project. 

Crochet. Complete my Granny Square blanket. My plan was to finish my blanket this calendar year, but with my hand injury, I find that too much crochet leaves my right hand aching. 

Knitting 

  • Start and finish at least four pairs of socks for DH 
  • Start and finish one summer top for this season. Australian summer. 
  • Finish Pi Shawl – Started in 2022 – only 15% complete 
  • Finish Easy Folded Poncho – started March 2025 
  • Start A blanket with my stashed Nutiden yarn 
  • Start and Finish Halloween socks.
  • Start and Finish either Christmas in July or Christmas Socks

Cross Stitch

  • Start – Long-term project Le Marquoir de Marie-Andree by Reflects de Soie 
  • Finish Anna Subert 1917-1918 by Sovereign Samplers 
  • Finish Gourdness Gracious by With Thy Needle and Thread 
  • Start and finish Grimm’s Fairytale by Clouds Factory
  • Start in 2025 and Finish 2026  Kringle’s by Little House Needleworks
  • Start and finish four mini Halloween patterns – patterns not picked yet

Currently watching: The Order Season 1

AYOP Update

AYOP, Knitting, Stitching

This week’s post is intended to be a wrap-up of the year, but since I haven’t been here long enough, I thought I would just do a normal blog post.

I apologise for the lack of light. It has been so dark here for the last few days. I tried several different rooms, and this was the best photo I could get.

Pattern: Mud Season Yarn: Rauma Vams Size: Medium

I came across a Floss tuber called Sullystitches_ You can also find her on Instagram. She is having a SAL called Spooky Summer SAL. Although it’s winter here and I feel like I should be stitching on a Christmas pattern,I couldn’t help myself. I am starting with Gourdness Gracious by With Thy Needle And Thread

I am using all the called for threads except for Weeks Charcoal. I only had Weeks Onyx. Also the pattern called for 36 count linen. I am using 40 count linen from Number12StitchCo.

Currently Watching: I only managed to watch the MotoGP on the weekend.

AYOP Update 

AYOP, Baking, Cooking, Knitting

I feel like I did an outstanding job of wasting my time yesterday. I finished my Mud Season top. I blocked it. It still hasn’t dried, so I will take a photo next week. I then spent the rest of the day unable to decide what to work on. I spent most of the day flipping through my cross-stitch patterns and linen, without picking a pattern to work on. I did manage to make a pot of gumbo, and I baked a banana & choc chip bread.

I did pick up an old WIP and managed to knit a few rows while my bread was baking.

The pattern is Sophie Shawl by Petite Knits. The yarn is Madelinetosh Vintage in the Black Sea colourway. I’m not sure if it will stay in my current rotation. I love the colour, but I’m not feeling it at the moment. I’m hoping that I’ll be more productive this week.

Currently watching: Just Sew Sherrie flosstube

Update Part 2

Knitting, Stitching

Although April and part of May were slow going with my craft. I managed to get two FO’s. My first was the USA/French socks for DH.

Pattern: Vanilla Sock – Toe up Yarn: Gnome Acres – Independence Day Set Needles: 2.5mm

My second FO is Primrose by Stacy Nash. The linen I used is count 40 from R&R Reproductions. I loved stitching this piece. However, I would choose a 46-count linen next time.

I also have a new start. The pattern is Mud Season by Elizabeth Smith. The yarn I’m using is new to me. It’s Rauma Vams. The colourway is Gray No:14. I cannot remember the last time I knitted with 12ply yarn. It grows so quickly. It is knit with positive ease, so I can wear a long-sleeved t-shirt/shirt under it.

I haven’t managed to crochet any squares since the end of March. I’m hoping to get back into crochet this weekend.

Currently watching: Dept. Q

AYOP Update Wk 5

AYOP, Knitting, Stitching

Although this week felt jam-packed, I feel that I have very little to show. I completed all my tasks; however, I did want to spend more time on my stitching. Unfortunately, cleaning the house got in the way yesterday. I completed my three granny squares. Bringing my total for the month to thirteen.

I also worked on the second of the USA/French socks for DH. I came very close to finishing it. I have enjoyed working with Gnome Acres yarn again. I need to go through my stash to see if I have any more skeins.

My third project for the week was Primrose by Stacy Nash. I would like to have the stitching completed by the end of the Easter weekend.

I will be out of town at the end of the week, so I won’t be setting any goals or posting on Sunday. I hope to get some crafty time in during the week, but with my short work week. I know it will be limited. I hope everyone has a wonderful week.

AYOP Update Wk 4

AYOP, Knitting, Stitching

For the fourth week in a row, I have hit my targets. I started the second sock for DH. The yarn I am using is a set from Gnome Acres. I am knitting the second sock with a blue foot and changing to red & white stripes. I also completed another three granny squares for my blanket.

I also finished my first rowan Felted Tweed ball and knit half of the second ball for my poncho. It is now 45cm long.

For the first time since January, I got a little stitching time in. The pattern is Primrose in the Animal Crackers series. The linen is R&R Reproductions – 40 count in the Sleeping Bear colourway.

My plan for this week is to crochet another three squares, work on my sock and stitch on Primrose this Saturday for the Lindy Stitches Nash Stash.

Currently watching – The Bridge series 2