I’ve been bad this past week and haven’t been too devoted to my knitting, but I am slowly making progress.
First, my Oaklet is coming along nicely and I really love the deep dark browns in the colorway, called Dark Chocolate. Each time I look at my progress, I seem to have a craving for chocolate covered caramels! I’m just about ready to start the lace portion, so the following photo is about three days old.
Progress photo of Oaklet
My Vodka Lemonade is coming together as well but I have neglected it terribly! So far I’m still working on the increases in the sleeve section. I really do like Thea’s design for the sleeve section, gives it details with a bit of texture.
Progress photo of Vodka Lemonade
I’m hoping to get both of these projects completed by the end of the month so I can concentrate on my two Craftsy classes – Knitting with Beads with instructor Laura Nelkin and The Perfect Fit Seamless Crazy Lace Cardigan with instructor Myra Wood. I have two lace projects that I want to attempt this summer, and one has beads!
I have found quite a few cardigans and sweaters that I want to knit this year, as well as years to come. One brand new design that caught my eye today incorporates two elements I love, knitting and crochet. Evelyn Siatra‘s new release, Silk Knitted Jacket with Crochet Embellishments, is quite stunning and shows how we can use crochet as a lovely edging to any style garment.
Courtesy of Creations by Eve
Until next time, happy knitting, crocheting, spinning and crafting!
Just a reminder; knitting is not a race
I love that chocolate color yarn !
LOL…. I know Margaret, but there are other projects I want to cast on
. The chocolate is quite yummy!
Woo! You have been busy! Love that shawl you’re doing. Though I would probably lean more to a purple, or a blue or a red. Hmmmmm……
That silk jacket is stunning! Might have to see what other designs use crochet as a featured element. I used to do crochet but I haven’t done any for many years.
I’m trying to complete the knitting, blocking and seaming of a baby sweater before the weekend, but I have my doubts. It will probably be Monday.
Have a great Tuesday!
Thank you Bonny! I think Oaklet would look great in purple, blue or red….and with beads
. I’m thinking about knitting the silk jacket and there are a few other designs that use crochet as a finishing touch.
Enjoy your project and the recipient will love what you’re knitting. Happy Tuesday to you too
Your projects are looking wonderful and everybody needs a break from knitting at some point in time, that way we don’t get burned out.
And I definitely see why your yarn for the Oaklet might give you cravings for chocolate covered caramels … the color is so rich!
Thank you Simone and I so agree with you that some times you do need a bit of a break now and then.