“Billowy Delight” Finished (and Current WIPs)

In an effort to continue whittling down my WIP list, I began knitting on the Billowy Clouds of Alpaca scarf again.  In a relatively short time, it was done! The pattern is Billowy Delight by Aimee Alexander. The yarn is Knit Picks Alpaca Cloud in “Wonderland Heather”. I love the look of the finished pattern– […]

Three FOs

I have photos of three recently finished objects to share! First, here are some photos of the finished “Rustic Shawl”.  Pattern: “Isis” by Anastasia Roberts (not currently available) Yarn:  linen/cotton blend (reclaimed from a thrift store sweater) I haven’t blocked it and don’t know that I intend to do so right away…  Honestly, I’m not […]

Working Through Some UFOs

I’ve been making an effort to work through some of the backlog of UFOs (unfinished objects, to the uninitiated). I finished the “Rustic Shawl” and even weaved in the tails, though I’ve yet to photograph it.  (I haven’t blocked it, either, but I’m not sure I’ll bother… It’s definitely a casual– one might even say […]

Finished Pillow Cover

The latest crocheted pillow cover is done! Here it is with another pillow made (years ago) using the same pattern: Pattern:  Front: Pretty Petals Potholder #9378 This pattern always seems to ripple when I make it– too many increases, I guess.  I have to fuss with it to get it flat, and it doesn’t want […]