Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Yarn Along


 The snake scarf is finished!  I called it the Sneaky Snake Scarf pattern, and it’s available on Ravelry. I LOVE how he came out, and I think Nathan does, too. His next favorite animal to imitate is the elephant, so I wonder if I have to make one of those now, too?

I’m knitting Encompass by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee and am leafing through (trying to savor it, rather than pour over it all at once) The Opinionated Knitter, a collection of Elizabeth Zimmerman’s newsletters from 1958 – 1968. I LOVE it. I just got the book today, so I haven’t even scratched the surface on what she has to offer. I can’t wait to spend more time with it and see what inspirations come my way. Each newsletter starts out, “Dear Knitter”—I can’t articulate why, but I think that’s so great. 


Also in the box that came today is fingering weight wool yarn for spillyjane knits’ Cupcake Mittens, wool sock yarn for April’s socks (even though March’s socks haven’t been cast on yet) and sport weight cotton yarn for Nathan’s spring sweater.

This was the first time I bought yarn without a specific pattern in mind (a.k.a., I haven’t designed it yet), and it was a little scary. But I feel more assured now that the yarn’s arrived. Called Green Tea Heather, this springy green is so refreshing to look at after the monotonous, muted tones of winter. I can’t wait to get started on it, even though I want to finish a few other things first. Maybe I’ll just knit a swatch for now.

Elizabeth signed her newsletters with a few different endings, and I really liked this one.

Good Knitting,
Kelly

19 comments:

  1. What little boy wouldn't love a snake scarf? Cute!! And your box of yarn looks so yummy. Sure wish I could knit!

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  2. Oh that scarf is fantastic!! My boys and my daughter would love one of those to :) Gotta love the box of yummy yarn to *grin*. What a wonderful treat to find in the mail!

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  3. The snake scarf turned out great! Sounds like a good book and what a fun mail day you had :) Books and yarn....lovely.

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  4. The scarf is great! Part accessory, part pet!

    Oh, there's nothing like opening a box of just-arrived yarn. I love that Green Tea Heather.

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  5. I bet your boy is just thrilled with his snake scarf!! How fun!! And that pattern for the cupcake mittens is adorable. I look forward to seeing them, as you progress.

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  6. OH look at all that yummy yarn! And that snake, it looks terrific!

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  7. I love EZ! I just got a copy of her Knitter's Almanac for Christmas and I can't wait to try some of the patterns!

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  8. The snake scarf is amazing! What a cool idea, however, I don't think any of my girls would want a snake around their neck. I will be tucking it away for that little boy that crosses our path.

    So glad to hear your excitement of the Elizabeth Zimmerman book. I have requested it from the library and I hope they do find a copy for me.

    Your yarn delivery looks wonderful. I spend yesterday in the lovacl yarn shop picking out yarn for a few Easter basket items.

    Good knitting to you, too,
    Blessings, Elizabeth

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  9. That scarf is too, too cute! Also, what a box of delights to open up.
    I love fun mail!

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  10. that snake scarf is adorable!!! :)

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  11. I really like getting yarn in the mail, your package is lovely. I love EZ especially her sense of humor. Have fun reading her book!

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  12. Oh, the snake scarf is so cute and what a little doll baby to wear it for his momma :) LOVE that of yarn from Knitpicks, what a joy to recieve :)

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  13. That green yarn is to die for! Happy knitting!

    Brenna
    consciousearthveg.blogspot.com

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  14. Oh wow!
    That little snake is so very cute!

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  15. The snake is wonderful. And I love that black and white photo of E.Z. on the book...so fun.

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  16. Good Knitting! Now that is an awesome way to end! I have The Opinionated Knitter and, I have to admit, I am scared to death of Elizabeth Zimmerman. I also have her knitter;s workshop on dvd, and it only makes me more scared! Keep us posted!

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  17. What a great pattern! Congratulations on getting it done.

    I'm drooling over that yarn. Especially that green. It's just the perfect shade of green!

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  18. Thanks, everyone, for your positive comments, as always! I hope if some of you make the Sneaky Snake Scarf you'll share a picture with me.

    EZ's book is AMAZING! I can't wait to try some of her patterns. For the moment, I'm in awe of her construction techniques (except for the steeking -- I don't have a sewing machine). Absolutely nothing to be scared of, KnitterMama! : )

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  19. What an adorable scarf!!! I love the colors in you knitpicks purchase, too - the greens and reds especially.

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