I have been doing lots of sample knitting, knitting for others and pattern testing lately. I have been enjoying this even though I do wish I had more knitting time during the day so that I could knit so much more but real life just seems to get in the way. There always seems to be something else that needs doing and it always seems to take longer than I think.
The above knit is a sweater that I am knitting up as a sample for A Yarn Story in Bath for their shop. The pattern is Stasis by Leila Raabe and is knit in Brooklyn Tweed Loft. This is the first time I have used this yarn and also knit something by this designer. I am loving both.
As for reading I am reading 'A Respectable Trade' by Phillipa Gregory, an author whose writing style I really like.
Well, not much more to really say this time other than that I hope to blog a little more in 2018.
What a beautiful project! Lovely. I'm a big fan of Phillipa Gregory too.
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DeleteI used to knit Kaffe Fassett samples for a yarn shop many years ago, your post has brought back some happy memories! :) xx
ReplyDeleteGlad it has brought back some happy memories x
DeleteI just finished that jumper. I'm wearing it now for the first time and I love it.
ReplyDeleteDo you get it back when the shop has finished with it?
I'm not sure about getting it back. But I may make one for me anyway
DeleteYour colorwork looks very nice. I have not read books by that author but she is on my list. I like historical fiction.
ReplyDeleteThank you. Yes I also like Historical Fiction
DeleteThat sweater is beautiful! I love the colorwork. I am also a fan of Philippa Gregory, although I find I have to stick with her books a little bit before they really grab me.
ReplyDeleteYes that is sometimes the case with me but they are worth sticking with
DeleteYes, beautiful work. I definitely can relate to life getting in the way of knitting plans. :) Hopefully we can both get more knitting done in the new year. :)
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