Yarn Along


I decided over the weekend that I needed a little knitting break from my two large projects, the elderberry shawl and the valley cardigan.  I am loving both projects but they are intricate and sometimes slow in the progress. So that is why this week I am knitting some simple dishcloths.  I used worsted weight cotton and size seven needles then casted on 44 stitches.I decided to a double moss stitch pattern, simple, classic and relaxing!

On my reading front I am still on the same book Whitethorn Woods by Maeve Binchy.  It is a fantastic read, so far I would recommend her book if you like lots and lots of characters.  Each chapter is a short story in a way and every once in a while there is a chapter that ties some of the characters together.  She does a beautiful job weaving all of the little plots together.

Please check out Ginny's Blog--Small Things--to see what everyone else is knitting and reading!

Comments

  1. Tracey ~ CloverMarch 23, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    I love knitting washcloths and have a drawer full. They are often my ride in the car project as they fit so easily in my purse.
    Warmly,
    Tracey

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  2. MJMarch 23, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    I so love your yarn choices!!!

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  3. SnapMarch 23, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    a wash cloth is always a good break from a large/intricate project. love the yarn choice ... besides, you can never have enough washcloths! i haven't read a Maeve Binchy in quite awhile. she was a favorite of mine.

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  4. AmyMarch 23, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Just stopping in to say "Hi" as part of Yarn Along. Dishcloths are so very relaxing.

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  5. house full of jaysMarch 23, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    I think it's time I did some wash clothes...I have some pretty ragged looking ones around here. Seed stitch is so beautiful!

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  6. AnonymousMarch 23, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Ah - LOVE Maeve Binchy. I haven't read Whitethorn Woods; I'll have to add it to my queue. :)

    I just added your shawl to my favourites on Ravelry - for sometime when I have time to think about starting a big project (after I'm done with the sweaters I'm working on for this Christmas!). It's gorgeous & I love the yarn you're using for it.

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  7. MariaMarch 23, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Just stopping by to say hello. Love the color of the yarn for the dishcloths.

    Maria

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  8. ErinMarch 23, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    I love the dishcloths! Great colours!

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  9. KaylanaMarch 23, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Hi! Popping in with the Yarn Along. Sometimes we all need a break from the demanding jobs, right? Happy Yarning Along!

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  10. ElizabethMarch 23, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Thanks for the inspriation. It is time for some new knitted washclothes.

    Thanks for stopping by for a visit today.

    Blessings, Elizabeth

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  11. AnkeMarch 23, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I need to start knitting or crocheting some dishcloths to use up some leftover yarn. Your yarn looks really pretty.

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  12. KimMarch 23, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    your knitting projects are beautiful! your read looks very interesting too :)

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  13. AnonymousMarch 23, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    I have never read Binchy, but have heard of her. I might try and pick on of her books up!

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  14. embracingitallMarch 23, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    I like the colours in your dishcloth. I'm sure it makes the job a little more fun! Jacinta

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  15. amanda {the habit of being}March 24, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    knitting dishcloths is the perfect in between/on the go project! and they're useful to boot!

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