Flu

Despite getting the flu shot, I've managed to get the flu this year. I suppose it is milder than usual. But nevertheless a pain in the rear. It is an awful time to get sick. First of all, I have missed two classes of my fitness class. Right when I was starting to get stronger. Secondly, I have a lot to do at work in preparation for my trip next week. Thirdly, and more importantly - I can't hug and kiss my kids.

But here and there, when I'm resting I have been knitting. Here are a few of the items I've been working on. I've totally neglected the shawls I was supposed to be working on. Instead - I've.......

Completed a crochet scarf. With my lovely gift from Mimi - I decided to use some Malabrigo in the same color way but a different dye lot than the group of green hanks I have. Those will be a nice big shawl for me soon. But I always wanted to know how it looked crochet. Of course, being Malabrigio it looks fabulous.



I found a cluster stitch pattern and just started crocheting until I ran out of yarn. It is light and fluffy, and will be a great scarf to wear into the spring. The yardage is so generous, it made a very long scarf I can wrap around my neck once. It will be with me on my trip next week!

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I also finally started my Malabrigo Loafers for the Charlotte Purls KAL. Stacy encouraged me to join her in the Malabrigo Loafer KAL to also fit the CP KAL. I sort of burned myself out of felting a few years ago and didn't want to make the felted slippers. Although looking at everyone elses, they look great! So I was considering sitting this KAL out. But I'm glad of Stacy's suggestion. These slippers will be great for travelling. They are light and soft. I don't think I can wear them everyday - they will melt away for sure. But for trips - mmmmmmmmmmm - luxury. I made them a bit too big. But I love this pattern for a quick gift - I know I will make it for others as a Christmas gift or even a gift for a new mommy. I will make sure to use smaller needles.

Here is a picture of the soles:



I decided to stash bust, but didn't have 2 of the same color except for some I am using for a sweater, and another lot for a vest.

So - I decided to use green for the top of the loafer.



I've also been working on a sweater for Jada. It was supposed to be for her now, but will most likely fit her when she's 3. It's a bit larger than I expected. The pattern is easy and fun - I will make her some more of these but with a smaller needle size. Link to pattern: http://www.verypink.com/Toddler%20Tunic.pdf. I used the yarn Wendy Aran - it's 25% wool and 75% acrylic. The ball is HUGE - 400g or 800m. The sweater is only taking a small portion of it. I have another one in burgandy - and may make her a sweater mixed with the two colors. Or something else. I'll have plenty of yarn left.




I restarted the Noro socks with DPNs instead of magic loop. For some reason I cannot get a tight enough gauge with the ML. I'm loving these socks. I have an urge to just work on these so I can wear them w/ clogs next week.



I'm also trying to finish these Koigu Jaywalkers. I'm not too happy with the pooling. So - I have not been motiviated to pick them up in a while. But I want to use the DPNs, and need to wrap them up.



Lastly - I need to wrap up these socks. They started out as gift socks. I'm not sure now. I love the colors so I may keep them :) I have more balls in this Opal line, and I want to make a more adventurous sock next time.



That's all - now back to listening to audiobooks and slowly knitting while I get rid of this flu.