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Monday, January 22, 2007

One of the things I loved most about being in Mexico was that I had seven solid days of egoknitting - that is, knitting for no one but myself.

I really don't knit for myself very often. I'm not exactly sure why, I just prefer to knit for others. But I planned ahead for Mexico, and ended up bringing about five or six projects with me.

First things first, there was the beret from One Skein Wonders, an amazing book that I *highly* recommend after receiving it for Christmas. I am not so fond of flying, so I need a small, compact project that was easy and I could knit on bamboo needles. The beret fit the bill. It's not done yet, but I think I'm going to take my cue from Stephanie, and keep it exclusively for travel-knitting.

Then there was the Smitten, also from OSW. Since I was attending the wedding of a Canadian couple, and that was the main reason why I was there (the sun and icy drinks were just bonuses), I thought it would be nice if I made them something knitted as a wedding present so that they could stay warm and cosy once they returned to the great white North. The pattern was super easy, and everyone was all giggles when I presented it to the bride and groom. Alright, so 25% of my Mexico knitting wasn't for myself - but it was worth it.

I also had the chance to start working on my first pair of socks and first shawl. They're still in progress, but going very well. I am really in love with the Merino Socks kit from Fleece Artist. As well, with the exception of a small snag along the way, the Flower Petal Shawl from Elann.com is rocking.

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Thursday, January 18, 2007

Little did I realise that with all the crazy Christmas countdowning, that maybe a month before Christmas wasn't the best time to start a new blog. Plus I was on vacation for three weeks (I am very, very lucky - I'll post pictures soon).

Regardless, I'm back and I have lots to discuss. But first things first - Christmas rewind.

I'm sad to say that I didn't end up finishing all my knitted presents for Christmas this year. Even though I stated off early, I had a slumpin the middle of December and had to drop a few projects as a result.

THE GOOD

Anneka's blanket was finished, and looked brilliant I might add. The Koigu KPPM colourway was the most beautiful blend of pinks, blues, greens and golds. Anneka's father has apparently asked if I could make three more to sew together and make him a blanket next. As much as I love him, I can't afford to make a $300+ throw blanket anytime soon.

All three pairs of pedicure socks were finished on time, and the girls loved them. We also figured that during the long, cold Canadian winter they could double as foot warmers for cold apartments and houses. I need to make myself a pair of these.

I also finished Kat's scarf for the staff party, which was fairly easy seeing as though it was held in early December. I didn't even stress about it.

THE BAD

After waiting for what seemed like forever, I finally got my eight skeins of Lambs Pride Worsted in the mail from the US. Unfortch for me, I just ran out of time. I managed to finish one pair for my sister, but as it stands, I still have three pairs left to knit. I ended up buying some awesome pjs for everyone from Old Navy, but even so, it wasn't the same.

THE UGLY

I haven't even begun to start working on Owen's BBBB, and I was aiming to have it done when I saw my relatives in Mexico. It's balled up in my stash somewhere, taunting me with it rows upon rows of plain knitting. Hopefully, I'll get motivated enough to complete it before Owen's birthday.

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