I made this faire isle teddy bear sweater for my nephews birthday in September. I had it finished on time, but I have been late posting my blog. Yarn is Dale of Norway Helio, and the pattern is from the Knitty Gritty tv show on the DIY network.
Friday, November 23, 2007
World War II Socks Completed
I finally got the second sock finished of my World War II pattern. I finished this last week after sending off my Hogwarts Socks to Ophelia Grindlewald. I have been so busy the past few months that I haven't had much time to knit other than the socks for the sock swap! By the way, I was starting to sweat on these near the end as I didn't think I would have enough yarn to finish the sock. I made it with about 3 yards to spare!
OwlPost Received!
Recieved my package via OwlPost from the Hogwarts Owlery today. My Hogwarts Sock Swap 2 bundle came from Ophelia Grindlewald and I just love it. Not only are the socks perfect, they fit too! She also sent me a book, a bookmark, 3 sets of needles, a stitch counter, and some really cool frog stitch markers! Thanks again Ophelia!!
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Oh my Gosh!! It's Lime and Violet!!
I knitted this afghan for my mom for her birthday on August 5th. I finished this up in May, and put it away. I took it out today to wrap up, and I just realized that the colors are "Lime and Violet". I have become a fan of the Lime and Violet podcasts after discovering them last month. You can hear them at the link on the side of this page. The pattern is from Edith Eig, but I modified the pattern to make a 40" x 60" afghan. It is done in a Fan and Feather stich pattern.
I used the Sirdar Chatterbox Yarn.
Harry Potter Book 7
Half way through Book 7 of the Harry Potter Series. Haven't had much time to read the last few weeks. Hope to get it finished this weekend.
World War II Sock #2
Started cuff of sock #2 of my World War II sock pattern. Soon I'll have these finished.
Weasley Sweater Progress
Making progress on my Gryffindor colors Weasley Sweater. Finished the back, and most of the front. Currently working on the neck area. The E stands for Elijah. I decided to swap house colors for my nephews, as a gold "A" on a scarlet sweater would look too much like the Alvin and the Chipmunks sweater.
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Finished. Now let the reading begin.
Finally finished my Gryffindor Bookmark. Now I can begin reading Book 7. Up till midnight last night and messed up. Had to frog back a few times because of mistakes but I finally finished up this morning. It looks like the one given in the pattern. Read first 1-1/2 chapters so far!
Saturday, July 21, 2007
World War II Sock Progress
I completed Sock #1 from my World War II Sock Pattern last night. I'm happy to say that it fits perfectly, like a glove (or should I say sock).
9 Foot Surfboard - Progress
I started my 9 foot longboard surfboard today. I did the main spar which consists of 3 - 9 foot lengths of 1/8" Luan plywood glued together. The plywood comes in 8 x 4 sheets, so I had to cut and glue an extra foot piece interspersed between the 8 foot sections. Once the glue dries, and can shape. Then I can start cutting the frame pieces.
It's Here!
Harry Potter Book 7 came today, not by Owl, but by Muggle Mail. I need to get my Gryffindor Bookmark finished before I can open the package tonight. I better get crackin, its almost 7:00 pm EST already!
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Sign Up for Hogwarts Sock Swap Two
Sign ups are being held for the second round of Hogwarts Sock Swap Two. Sign ups are open as of July 14, 2007. Don't delay, as its filling up fast.
Hogwarts Sock Swap Questionnaire
Hogwarts Sock Swap Questionnaire
What Hogwarts house have you been sorted into? - Gryffindor
Shoe size? - Mens 11
Foot Length? - 10 3/4"
Foot Circumference? 10"
List your three favorite double-point needle brands, including size and length.
a. Plymouth Bamboo US#5, 8" long. (Working on my first pair of socks).
b. Haven't used anything else, but open to other brands and types.
c. Something thats kitty proof. - My cat likes to chew on my bamboo needles.
Would you like to try a new brand needle? If so, which brand? Size? Length?
- Would like to try a circular pair, suitable for socks. I'm a tight nitter so I usually use 2 sizes up from the pattern requirement.
If you are a RAVENCLAW, do you prefer the colors in the film or the book? Do you have a strong preference? - Not applicable.
Allergies? Do you have any? Will your knitting be exposed to smoke or animals?
- Allergic to molds, tree & grass pollens, and dust. I have a cat.
Are you an international participant (outside US)? Are you willing to have an international Hogwarts Sock Pal? - I live in the US. I am willing to have an international pal.
What Hogwarts house have you been sorted into? - Gryffindor
Shoe size? - Mens 11
Foot Length? - 10 3/4"
Foot Circumference? 10"
List your three favorite double-point needle brands, including size and length.
a. Plymouth Bamboo US#5, 8" long. (Working on my first pair of socks).
b. Haven't used anything else, but open to other brands and types.
c. Something thats kitty proof. - My cat likes to chew on my bamboo needles.
Would you like to try a new brand needle? If so, which brand? Size? Length?
- Would like to try a circular pair, suitable for socks. I'm a tight nitter so I usually use 2 sizes up from the pattern requirement.
If you are a RAVENCLAW, do you prefer the colors in the film or the book? Do you have a strong preference? - Not applicable.
Allergies? Do you have any? Will your knitting be exposed to smoke or animals?
- Allergic to molds, tree & grass pollens, and dust. I have a cat.
Are you an international participant (outside US)? Are you willing to have an international Hogwarts Sock Pal? - I live in the US. I am willing to have an international pal.
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Current Projects
Two other projects I am working on are Harry Potter "Weasley Sweaters" for my two nephews for christmas. The pattern is provided by http://alison.knitsmiths.us/pattern_weasley.html.
My nephews are named Aidan and Elija and I want to emboss their initials instead of the "H" on the sweaters. My sister suggested Gryffindor colors (Scarlet and Gold) for Aidan, and Ravenclaw colors (Blue and Bronze) for Elijah, however after the buying the yarn and thinking about it, I might ask to switch them around. A gold "A" on a scarlet sweater seems to remind me of the sweater that Alvin wears on "Alvin and the Chipmunks".
I started on the Gryffindor sweater and this is my progress so far. I am making the "24" inch chest size for both toddlers. I am using Cascade 220 color #9404 for the scarlet, and Nature Spun color # 305 Impasse Yellow for the gold. These are both worsted weight yarns.
My nephews are named Aidan and Elija and I want to emboss their initials instead of the "H" on the sweaters. My sister suggested Gryffindor colors (Scarlet and Gold) for Aidan, and Ravenclaw colors (Blue and Bronze) for Elijah, however after the buying the yarn and thinking about it, I might ask to switch them around. A gold "A" on a scarlet sweater seems to remind me of the sweater that Alvin wears on "Alvin and the Chipmunks".
I started on the Gryffindor sweater and this is my progress so far. I am making the "24" inch chest size for both toddlers. I am using Cascade 220 color #9404 for the scarlet, and Nature Spun color # 305 Impasse Yellow for the gold. These are both worsted weight yarns.
Current Projects
This is my first journey into knitting socks. For this initial project, I chose a vintage sock knitting pattern. This pattern was published by the Red Cross during World War II, and was used in a support campaign for people at home to knit clothing articles for the servicemen and women who were at battle overseas. I modernized it by using a self striping yarn. I am a tight knitter so the needles I am using are US #5 double pointed, these gave me the correct gauge that was given in the pattern. The pattern is included here: http://www.redcross.org/museum/pdfs/knitting_socks.pdf
I am using Austermann Step color # 05 self striping sock yarn.
Also, for more information about the Red Cross During World War II check out the American Red Cross Museum http://www.redcross.org/museum/exhibits/knits.asp . There are also more knitting patterns provided for sweaters, hats, mufflers and gloves for the servicemen overseas. There are no photos provided with the patterns, so there is an element of surprise on how the finished garment will look. I want to do the Navy Sweater next.
In the Beginning
I am a 36 year old male from the United States who likes to knit and enjoys anything having to do with the Harry Potter Series. This blog came out of the need to have a posting forum in order to participate in knitting swaps that require a blog. This is also a forum for me to show off my work, talk about my projects, and anything else that may come to mind.
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