Project Update

I think I've gotten into a bit of a small project rut but I don't see anything changing until after the holidays.  I thought I was pretty much done with  Christmas knitting, but as it turns out, I can always find just one more gift I want to make (or two or ten)!  This is okay because I'm knitting for people I really want to knit for, but I'm craving a challenge!  Oh well, there'll be time after Christmas. 

Until then, I'll just plug away at the small projects:

Another pair of Toddler mittens
for KUTO and Month of Mittens KALs

Yarn:  Trekking XXL color 126 (doubled)
Needles:  size 6 dpn    
Pattern:  Basic Mitten Pattern - Ann Budd


Bob Hat

Basic 84 stitch hat on size 8 circulars
1.5" K1, P1 rib
Yarn:  Paton's Classic Merino


The "Bob Mitt" has been renamed "Mitt". 

I got to this point before accepting the fact that it was going to be way too small.  It fit me, and even though I don't have the smallest hands around, I don't think mitts that fit me will fit a man.  Oh well, they are now on the back burner for a while and I've begun new mitts for Bob.  I'm trying a different pattern; actually it is a mix of a few different patterns.  Here's where I am so far:



Jay's Boot Socks

Yarn:  Lamb's Pride Worsted, Sable
Needles:  size 5 dpn's
(oops, the picture looks upside down)


Felted Catnip Fishie


This got mixed reviews:
(click pics for bigger)


Ralph isn't sure at first, but eventually succumbs to the nippy goodness.


Rico loves the fishie!


Peaches Loves it; Ruby - not so much


Moogie and Ruby discuss the fish and decide - Nope, not for them.

Have a great day everyone!

Comments

[trek]

I wish that I had time for a small project - specifically a hat for me - but that shawl, that shawl, I must finish that shawl.

[brenda]

You have been busy with the Christmas knits! I think you better start planning your next sweater for yourself.

The fish came out cute, are you going to make more for Clover's room?

[marianne]

What great projects! and love the nip-fish! The cats are so funny, the Smooch is indifferent to catnip but Mr.Tomstray would roll around in the potted plant...
Think Bob will model all the handknits for a photo op?

[Danielle]

You've been busy!

[Cheryl S.]

I love how the toddler mittens look in that Trekking!

[Shannon]

Great looking projects. I've been wanting to knit some mittens too. I love the felted fishie and it looks like it was a hit with at least one kitty.

[Colleen]

wow, great projects! love the trekking mittens- how did you get the colors to go so great if you doubled the yarn? it looks so cool

funny how some kitties LOVE the nip and others, um notsomuch!

[Gina House]

You are giving me a complex, Jules! Look at all those FOs! I love the Bob hat and mitts and the Trekking mittens are adorable! You're just speeding along, aren't you??

[Kathleen]

I have finished all the New Jersey gifts. I have 3 Maine gifts left. My goodness I can not believe it. I also stuck a couple of me socks in, thanks for the nice comments. I have 3 more pair of boot socks and a scarf to knit. 29 days.

[Sheepish Annie]

Catnip fishies! How cute!!! I fail to see how some of the felines are resisting them...

[Chris]

Aw, look at all the pretty kitties! I think you might have the same carpet I do...

[Debby]

Yes, I wonder how some of the cats are able to be so disciplined.

[Debi]

Hey, it's still knitting even if it's little!

Love the fishie!

[carrie]

Your knitting looks great! If I was a kitty, I'd play with the fishie =) And it was quite clever of you to knit the Mitt to fit yourself. This way, you're sure to get a pair, too!

[Pat]

Those little neapolitan mittens are adorable!!
and I love the catnip fishy!