Sorry I haven't been posting as regularly as I should or responding to all the comments like I should. I feel like I have no free time anymore and I can't figure out why. I can blame Ravelry for some of it; but since I've only been on that for a week, that's not really it. Do you ever have times in your life like that, when it feels like you'll never have enough time to do all the things you want to do? Oh well, I'll just keep doing what I can and try not to worry about the things I don't have time for.
Another thing taking up my time is the spindle spinning. I've been doing quite a bit of it lately. I've pretty much filled up the spindle with my first real spinning (even though it is a bit thick and thin) and I've been working with my new spindle and the fiber Gina gave me. I brought it with me to Chicks with Sticks last night so I could show off my new skills. Can you guess what happened? That's right; I couldn't spin without the yarn breaking to save my life. I blame it all on Roger; he put a jinx on me (just kidding, Roger; I still love you. But don't tell Patti).
This new spindle is quite a bit lighter than the other one, and I've been able to spin some pretty fine yarn; fine as in skinny, although I think it is mighty fine looking too :-)
I've also gotten quite a bit done on the Simple Knitted Bodice. I'm at the garter ridges before beginning the lace section. I tried it on when I joined it and it seems like it'll be a good fit. The garter ridges and lace portion are knit in a smaller needle size (of course I didn't do a gauge swatch for the smaller needle size so keep your fingers crossed for me).
The V-neck turned out a bit lower than I wanted, but not quite as low as the pattern called for. I guess I'll have to wear a cami under it after all. Although, with the lace section in the middle, I probably would have anyway.
The second River Valley sock for Sockamania hasn't seen much action lately. I've completed 2 1/2 pattern repeats in the cuff (nothing picture worthy) and will be ready to turn the heel after I finish the third repeat. I don't really need a lot of time to finish this; I just need to pick it up again. Perhaps tonight.
That's it for today. Be sure to tune in tomorrow; I'll be announcing a contest!
Seems to me that's what my whole life is like, not enough hours in the day, not enough days in the week...I get really overwhelmed..
I do like your spindling! and the spindle is gorgeous!
Your SKB is very pretty!
Hang in there, and heed the 'don't sweat the small stuff'...
Posted by: marianne | Jun 27, 2007 at 05:28 PM
SKB is looking good! As is the spinning, lovely color! Not enough time in the day, I agree!
Posted by: Zonda | Jun 27, 2007 at 06:26 PM
SKB is looking good! As is the spinning, lovely color! Not enough time in the day, I agree!
Posted by: Zonda | Jun 27, 2007 at 06:26 PM
The spinning is looking good! And I know what you mean about the yarn breaking. The last time I spun for you guys at CWS, I was praying to any available diety that I could keep the whole thing from crashing to the floor!
I like the idea of the sweater with a tank or cami under it. That'll be pretty!
Posted by: Sheepish Annie | Jun 27, 2007 at 07:40 PM
I'm so impressed by your spinning. It's lovely. You make me want to give it a try.
Posted by: elizabeth | Jun 27, 2007 at 10:42 PM
I only work part time, no commute - I walk and I never have enough time for kniting. I see that I am producing things, just not what I think I should be making. Happy thoughts to Betty and continued success in her recovery.
Posted by: Kathleen | Jun 27, 2007 at 11:06 PM
Never enough hours in the day... I signed up for Raverly and have had NO time to play with it! Plus with all the mayor's activities, I'm lucky to have a brain cell left at the end of the day...
The spinning looks AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great Job!
Posted by: Colleen | Jun 28, 2007 at 09:13 AM
That bodice is turning out very nice. I am tempted...Hope things calm down for you soon.
Posted by: Jeanne | Jun 28, 2007 at 12:13 PM