March 20, 2007
It's hip to be square!
I spent the weekend knitting on my Mod-on-Mod afghan. Made some good progress...I finished three squares.Michelle and Jeni both got in on the action too. They each knit a square for me! Thanks ladies! I am loving this afghan, and I can't say enough good things about this cotton. It's Araucania Patagonia and Nature Cotton. The pattern is Mod-on-Mod from the book Yarn Play.
As far as other knits go, here's what I am currently working on:
•Ariann: I haven't been working on this project in a few weeks, but I am still loving how it looks. I needed some time away from it, but I'm ready to pick it back up and work on it!
•Jawbreaker Cardigan: I have the back, and the two fronts done. All I need to do now is cast on for the sleeves.
•Jawbreaker #2: Have I told you all about this one? Umm, all I've done is cast on for the back and knit about 6 inches. I bought some Sheep Shop Yarn in the prettiest colorway...that totally reminds me of my favorite color of Manos called Wildflowers. I haven't had a chance to take a picture of it yet, but I'll get to that eventually. This isn't a project that I'm in a rush to finish since it's 100% wool and we're headed into summer soon.
•Entrelac Market Squares bag: I got the bag where it needed to be for my class...and I haven't worked on it since. This is not a high priority for me either.
Some projects that I'm thinking about for the future: a summer top for my niece Alice, since she's grown out of the one that I knit her last year. Note to self...knit larger sizes for a growing kid, duh! I'm thinking of making the Monica top for her out of some Cotton Ease that I have stashed away. Also on the kid knitting front I need to knit them some little cotton hats, a raspberry for Alice and a Pumpkin for Liam. This could lead to more fruit hat knitting...as I feel the need to knit for my cousin's kids who are the same age as my niece and nephew. We'll see...this could be a fleeting thought.
I see a recurring theme in my knitting these days....cotton. We've got the Nature Cotton, the cotton ease for the top for my niece, the cotton fleece for the fruit hats, the Patagonia for the Mod on Mod. I've gone cotton crazy it looks like! So has someone else I know! You have to go read about Cara's latest obsession...it's amazing and inspiring. Go. Read. Now!
**there are two huge milestones coming up for me here at Sheep in the City. My 5000th comment, and my 500th post. If you happen to be the one that hits it as my 5000th comment, I'll send some fun yarn your way. I can't tell you how close I am...so just comment!**
Posted by Stacey at March 20, 2007 10:23 AMI am loving your afghan progress! Eventually, I really want to knit that afghan, so I'm excited to see yours come together! Although, right now after all the mitered squares I'm knitting, I may be done with squares for a little while. :-)
Posted by: sarah b. at March 20, 2007 11:48 AMthose squares are so cool looking! :)
Posted by: jess at March 20, 2007 11:59 AMLove your blanket squares, so pretty in pink and oranges! Too bad I only have 2 skeins of that yarn!
Posted by: Valerie at March 20, 2007 12:02 PMLove the colors in those squares! How fun!
Posted by: Amy N Texas at March 20, 2007 12:02 PMI adore the pink-orange colorway. I'm contemplating an afghan of some sort and this color scheme may be the final inspiration straw on the camels back. I can't wait to see it when it is complete in all its mod-y goodness.
Posted by: Katie at March 20, 2007 12:08 PMSince I had absolute heck with a cotton top and matching shawl I knit last year, I'm sticking with my favorite -- wool. Though, I must admit I might try that cotton/polyester one of these months!
Posted by: Nancy J at March 20, 2007 12:10 PMI love reading your blog...you have my favorite colors all over your pics & you're always working on the cutest patterns! Ariann...perfect example. Congrats on the 500th post.
Posted by: Beatriz at March 20, 2007 12:11 PMI *heart* the mod squares... the colors are soo pretty... 500 posts thats huge ;)
Posted by: dorre at March 20, 2007 12:13 PMI love the mod on mod and that cotton is actually making me want to knit cotton...the thought scared me but I think I need to head down to the store and pick up some Patagonia myself that stuff is divine!
I cannot wait for you to show your jawbreaker off!
Posted by: StacyZ at March 20, 2007 12:16 PMHey, I'm on a cotton kick too! My new fave is Classic Elite Premiere. Soooooo soft.
Posted by: Jenny at March 20, 2007 12:20 PMI was just eyeing the mod-on-mod afghan in Yarnplay this weekend and trying to remember if you had posted anything lately about yours! Looks like it's coming along nicely - I really love those color combos. Might have to add this one onto my to-do list :)
Posted by: Kim U at March 20, 2007 12:23 PMLots of nice knitting content today~thanks for the inspiration! Maybe today I will work on my M.O.M., which is in the same colorway. Did you see the new Cotton Ease? The colors I saw were very subtle, and the yarn was nice feeling. Happy knitting! Blessings abound...
Posted by: Julie at March 20, 2007 12:26 PMStacey,
Glad you are posting on more then just Fridays. I Love the squares! Becky
Wow your suares look aswesome! I am loving all the pink and orange together! Such cheerful colors:) Oh and that sheep mug you made is the cutest! You are a girl of many talents:)
Posted by: Marisol at March 20, 2007 12:28 PMGreat job on all of your projects. I can't believe you got Jeni and Michelle to make you a square too, how fun.
Posted by: Wanda at March 20, 2007 12:55 PMI've got the cotton thing going on too - hopefully because the weather is getting warmer - first day of Spring tomorrow!!
Posted by: Jodee at March 20, 2007 01:05 PMYarn by the bag has Cotton Big Sport on sale, perfect for a kid pattern, and CHEAP at $10/bag for 5 balls. (http://www.yarnbythebag.com/page/yarnbags/CTGY/cottonbig)
Just leave some for me, I can't decide what I want!
Posted by: Gladys at March 20, 2007 01:06 PMsheepie mug is adorable! so... are you gonna seam up jawbreaker and knit sleeves down?
Posted by: Cyn at March 20, 2007 01:08 PMWow, I love those colors. I've never heard of that book, but now you have my curiosity piqued. You're working on just as many projects as I am - it makes me feel better!
Posted by: Heather at March 20, 2007 01:19 PMLove those squares and the colors are so nice! Love the mug too.
Posted by: Kati at March 20, 2007 02:01 PMGreat colors in the squares - that will be so pretty when it's made up into the afghan.
Posted by: rohanknitter at March 20, 2007 02:03 PMLove your mod on mod, I swear we have very similar tastes when it comes to color!
Posted by: Allyson at March 20, 2007 02:32 PMAraucania Patagonia and Nature Cotton were the yarns I used on my first project after learning to knit...that afghan is so cool!
I just found your blog and I love it!
Posted by: KrissyV at March 20, 2007 02:39 PMI am collecting yarn for mod-on-mod. Also, speaking of YarnPlay, I have the front and back of Poppy done. No picture til I replace of miraculously locate my camera.
Posted by: Judy at March 20, 2007 02:40 PMThe colors in your afghan squares are so great! And your mug turned out great too! I recently went to one of those paint-your-own pottery places and it was such a blast! I really think you need to make a whole set.
I've also been thinking about your parents lately, I hope your dad is doing well!
Posted by: jennifer at March 20, 2007 03:08 PMHey, I am number 500??? :-)
Posted by: If we don't have it.... at March 20, 2007 04:23 PMI love the afghan. You chose awesome colors. I haven't knit or crocheted with cotton in a million years it seems. You might just inspire me to start my own. Cheers!
Posted by: rebecca at March 20, 2007 04:34 PMOkay, that little top you made that she outgrew...too stinking cute!!! (almost as cute as Alice is)
Posted by: shannon in oregon at March 20, 2007 05:52 PMI really enjoy reading your blog and LOVE your color choices! They are just so happy and bright and make me want to go out and buy some for myself. Keep up the good knitting.
Posted by: Theresa at March 20, 2007 05:56 PMI love the colors you're using in the afghan !! I might have to get some for myself...
:)
Posted by: g at March 21, 2007 12:49 AMit will be interesting to see the mod on mod finished, i love the stripe squares Cara is making, it looks like a lot of work :)
Posted by: abe-hap at March 21, 2007 03:15 AM"Alaska Stick Girl" is knitting this, too! How fun!
http://web.mac.com/alaska_stick_girl/iWeb/Site%202/Blog/D7766D84-4AA9-4A7D-9703-18071E9425B3.html
I LOVE cotton sweaters - knitting them AND wearing them - nearly year-round! What fun your projects are~ thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Joy at March 21, 2007 08:30 AMI love the Jawbreaker, and I whipped it up this fall, only to not love the way it fit and the way the collar was all wonky;0( So I am anxious to see yours, and maybe get a few tips!!!!! xio
Posted by: missyjoon at March 21, 2007 08:32 AMI just discovered your blog recently. I love that afghan. Most of the time I find cotton hard on my hands, what about some of these you have mentioned? Are they easy on the hands? do they have "any" stretch?
Posted by: Patti at March 21, 2007 09:55 AMI love the colors in your mod squares. Very cool. I hope your dad is on the mend. I know from "lurking" that things have been tough but I hope that things are going better for everyone. ;D
Posted by: Kim at March 21, 2007 09:59 AMI've really been into cotton and other non-wooly fibers lately too. It's a good thing too since the highs here in Tx have been in the upper 70's.
Posted by: Melissa at March 21, 2007 10:40 AMWow! The chance to be your 5000th comment has boosted me out of stalker status. Love Ariann and am looking forward seeing it finished!
Posted by: Meg at March 21, 2007 11:13 AMLoving the mug and all the yummy cotton. The colors are terrific! Also like hearing from you more than just on Fridays! Congrats on the blog milestones!
Posted by: Steph B. at March 21, 2007 12:28 PMWow! I wonder if I could be the one?! Getting that yarn might help me get a project on the needles ;) I love that I can keep up with what you are doing even 700 miles apart! Love and miss you!
Posted by: RayLynn at March 21, 2007 05:07 PMYay, I can´t miss it :)
Posted by: Eva at March 22, 2007 12:25 AMMod afghan - looks fun! I have been a lurker for a long time, but am delurking today....
Posted by: Sarah at March 22, 2007 09:41 AMThose colors make me smile! So girly!
Posted by: Bear Knits at March 22, 2007 10:28 AMI am lovin' the squares.
Posted by: K. Anne at March 23, 2007 12:24 PMHi from Alaska! I am also making the Mod on Mod afghan! I love it. I had a little trouble finding all the yarn but did finally manage and now I am knitting away. I think its going to be nice and warm - great for up here!
Posted by: Suzanne at March 24, 2007 06:47 PM