Val's blog

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Circular work: A first project

I started this washcloth this morning before work. I was a bit confused at first and had to rip it all out after 3 rows, but then it all clicked and viola, I've got the start of a pretty Springtime flower facecloth. I know people will think it a doily, but really, it is not. Side note, I used my first washcloth in the shower this morning...I LOVED it!! So soft, and it was scrubby as well. Anyway, I'm sure I will post it again as a finished project. I did work on my daughter's scarf this morning for a bit as well. It is so boring compared to these fun, small projects though.
More later - Val :)

Monday, January 28, 2008

What did I do on my Snow Day?

I found out that I like creating washcloths.
Such a quick and satisfying project.







The yarn varigation makes it hard to pick out the pattern but, it is a waffle pattern on front and a spread-out rib on the back. I can't wait to make more! I'm so glad my BFF wanted to teach me knitting for my birthday, which lead to me purchasing a learn-to-knit book with her Christmas gift certificate to me this year. I can't wait to knit with her when I finally get to go visit her this year.

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

My new skill is knitting

Now, this is not a great skill yet, still in the learning curve. The first picture is a hot pad or trivot. The second is my first attempt at a scarf. Well, we'll see how they go. I am stoked about learning how to change colors - fun!