2006 Favorite Projects
Here are my five favorite finished objects of 2006. (in order of completion)
Pink Picot Hat: Still the only hat that I’ve made for myself. Since I felted it down to my size, I love this hat even more. The Malabrigo is utterly soft.
Midwest Moonlight: Unfortunately this scarf was for a knitting exchange, so I will never see it again. But I fell in love with Silky Wool and now have 23 skeins in my stash.
Purple Maze Messenger Bag: I haven’t seen it since I dropped it off at the store. But I’ll be making another one for my sister-in-law as soon as she chooses the colors. And I’ll have another chance to work with Amherst again. Such a nice yarn.
Inspiration Scarf: Between the soft cashmere goodness of the yarn, and the wonderful drape, I almost wish I kept the scarf for myself. But it sounds like my dad loves it so I’m glad I sent it.
Log Cabin Socks: These socks felt so good when I tried them on (again before sending them off). And I have plenty of Berroco Pleasure left in my stash. I can make a few more pairs and maybe keep one for me. But next time I think I may reinforce the heels. I have a pair of socks I made a year ago that already need some mending.
Amazingly, I only finished two projects for myself this year. Between knitting gifts and things for the store, there wasn’t much time for me. I also ended the year with far too many unfinished projects. I’d love to spend January finishing up a lot of these projects. And for the rest of 2007, I hope to do more sweater knitting.
