Still working on socks

I purchased a new circular needle from knitpicks.com last week. I haven't used them yet but the harmony wood sure looks pretty. I'm still working on a pair of ankle socks for myself I was almost to the heel turn and dropped a stitch and since I had no lifeline going I had to tear it all down and start over. I now have the cuff in a k1p1 rib and and inch into the leg. Another few rounds and I will start the heel again.

My next wips

I started working on two things about a week ago now. First up is a crochet earflap hat for Rodney. All I have done is the very top. I haven’t even made it to the earflap portion yet.

Next is a practice sock. I was following a tutorial and some how I ended up knitting a portion of it inside out then ended up back to knitting it right side out. You can even see the ridge of purl stitches where I goofed. This one is taking a long time because I keep picking it up and putting it down.

I got no progress on either project today because of my hunter safety course taking up all my time.

My camo hat is done

I finally finished my camo hat.

 

Making progress

I’ve gone from a circular needle to double pointed needles. It means I am getting close to being finished with my first knitted hat. I would not have gone to double points yet if not for my circular breaking. Here’s some pics:

Still on circular needle.

Now on to the double points.

My knitting project

This may be interesting. I'm starting a new knitting project. A basic ear flap hat I hope it turns out well since this will be my first attempt to knit in the round.

New yarn purchased

I went to a local yarn store and I was in heaven. Liberty Ridge Farm had their own special handspun yarn that I had to add to my stash. I thought it would make a great ear flap hat or something of my favorite color.

Welcome

Welcome to my new blog where I plan to talk about what I am working on in crochet, knitting or both. I may even discuss a pattern book here and there.

Allow me to introduce myself. I am a guy in his mid-thirties. I may have too many hobbies, in addition to crochet and knitting, I am also into ham radio, computers, fishing, fly tying, archery, and of course the internet. I spend most of my time at home with my dog and cat. I have a more adult leaning blog at http://emeraldjay.livejournal.com. I apologize for the ads but a guy has to make money for his yarn stash somehow.