I like to think I’m not a fan of Valentine’s Day. But if I’m being honest, I like holidays in general. However, I like for V.D. to be more about friends and family and also The Husband, not about him spending money on roses or chocolate or us waiting in line for food (I’m never a fan of that). So, as per my usual M.O., I let him know that he was off the hook and bought myself yarn.

Plucky Knitter Primo Fingering – En Vogue & Schaefer Yarn Co. Nichole – Clara Barton.
Thank you, Cupid! (who shopped in January)
Then, Tuesday, I cracked a tooth….and I came home to this.

He got the last dog with brown ears, all the rest had pink ears and he knew I wouldn’t be into a dog with pink ears. He was not wrong. I know I loved Poochie in the 80’s, but I’m over it. The Husband is one smart (and very sweet) cookie.

Ps. I hope you all know that you’re thought of fondly this Valentine’s Day and I wish you a lovely day – especially my dear rocket scientist friend who was born on this day just a few short years ago. Happy Birthday, awesome lady!

Tags: Clara Barton, en vogue, Plucky Knitter Primo Fingering, Schaefer Yarn Co. Nichole, sock yarn

Pattern: Polypodium vulgare Socks (Polypodium vulgare is a fern)
Designer: Hunter Hammersen
Yarn: Malabrigo Sock
Colorway: Violeta Africana (which makes me think of eggplants)
Needles: 2.25mm

Hunter sometimes does really neat patterned heels, but I was pleased when I got to the heel of this one that there was no chart. easy peasey. I really like this pattern and the resulting socks. They look complicated, but the pattern is not that hard and the sock fits well.

After this photo was taken, I screwed up the pattern and had to tink back three rows. Evidently, Tierra’s drama on the Bachelor was so distracting that I just dropped a stitch.

Ps. To see what other folks are working on, go check out Tami’s Amis.

Tags: hunter hammersen, Malabrigo, Polypodium vulgare, WIP Wednesday

Behold, the turtle sweater on sweet Baby C. You can tell from his smile that he already has the appropriate level of appreciation for hand knits.



I could not be more thrilled that it fits. Clearly, he’s the perfect size.

pattern: Seamless Kimono by Carina Spencer
yarn: Madelinetosh Tosh dk
colorway: Fig
size: 0-6 mos.
needles: US 7, 9
tip: Choose the garter border if you want buttonholes OR you can sew buttons on and sew snaps on behind the buttons.

Tags: Carina Spencer, Madeline Tosh, Madelinetosh, Seamless Kimono Sweater, Tosh DK, yarn