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Yesterday afternoon I finished my sister’s birthday socks. I was starting to worry because I’d started them a couple of weeks ago and then the first sat for days and days, only half done. I learned from this pair of socks that if I only apply myself I can have a pair done in three or four days. I should be able to do better than that, actually. The sock yarn is from elann.com and the color is Mediterranean Sea. I love how it striped as I worked, actually I was stunned how well it striped. I used the Toe Up Sock pattern aka ‘Ye Olde Standby’ and a G hook.
The day before yesterday I got a surprise box in the mail from my mother and CafePress. How she found out about this stuff I’ll never know but I won’t question her for fear I’ll find out I told her myself and can’t remember. A sure sign of encroaching elderly behavior. She sent me this tote bag and mug, and for Rick this mug. Now all I need to do is order a couple of things from the Crochet me Swank Online Market after the first of the year. By the way, the tote bag is a great size. It’s nice and big and the straps are long so it won’t be stuck behind your shoulder if you stuff the bag full.
Back to snowflakes and I still have one more afghan to make. I bought the yarn a couple of days ago so I can start it at any time. Today if we don’t run errands I will work on snowflakes. And with that in mind I’m off to do my morning housework so I can get started. I should be able to get one done before we leave, and if we stay home you won’t hear one bit of complaining from me.
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June 2nd, 2008 at 5:41 am
Greetings, Those are beautiful!
I’ve been crocheting since age Nine, but I’ve never tried”Toe Up” sock. Now that I’ve seen yours, I’m sure that will be my neck project.
Beautifully done. Thanks for sharing the photo.