Weekends



Borrowing from my gram's colorful language style, I need another knitting project like I need another hole in my head.  Just saying.  But you know what?  Starting any knitting project is FUN.  I spent this afternoon winding up these gradient mini skeins that I received as a Christmas gift from a knitting friend.  I am almost sure which pattern I am using but not quite ready to commit.  I'm leaning towards another surf shawl.



The weather returned to spring like temps and we were out and about walking the neighborhood.  Suddenly there is so much to see and notice.  More greenery each day, probably from the rain we had all week long.  Right now the sun is shining - I love going outside and standing, breathing in the fresh air.


My knitting friends came over today.  Many delicious treats were shared as we chatted about our lives.  We caught up on past events and talked about future events.  Oh yeah, and we knitted a bit too.  


I love when the weekends are slow paced, I feel refreshed and ready for the week.  This weekend was perfect!  As I sit here and type this post, there are books to be read, a cup of tea to drink, and maybe some more knitting.


Dare I say, casting on a new knitting project?  Perhaps...



Comments

  1. TannaApril 9, 2017 at 8:39 PM

    Ahhh, spring has finally arrived. Beautiful daffodils! Frodo seems to be enjoying the nice weather, too. Such beautiful shades of purple. I know your shawl will be beautiful! Yes, for the next new project! ;) Glad you had an enjoyable afternoon with fellow knitters! blessings ~ tanna

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  2. BonnyApril 9, 2017 at 9:55 PM

    But who could resist a new knitting project that beautiful? Life is short, so I say go for the fun and another surf shawl. It will be absolutely lovely with that gradient set!

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  3. AngieApril 10, 2017 at 3:09 AM

    I so enjoy the calmness that stays after I read your posts. A room full of knitters and a new project ( so beautiful colors) surely sounds inspiring! I always find that the most difficult part is to choose my next project. I blame Pinterest for this. Any tips??!

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  4. Kim April 10, 2017 at 7:17 AM

    Love the colours Karen, so spring like and happy. A slow weekend around here too, thoroughly enjoyed. Have a beautiful week.

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  5. stephApril 10, 2017 at 7:18 AM

    dogwoods are popping out everywhere here and our annual 'festival' kicked off this weekend.....just lighted trees everywhere. pretty!!! wishing you could send me some of your knitting mojo....mine is lost somewhere in the spring flowers.

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  6. Juliann in WAApril 10, 2017 at 8:55 AM

    I am part of that "like I need another hole in my head" club. But each project meets a need in my creative life. Lovely colors and photos.

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  7. DiannaApril 10, 2017 at 9:14 AM

    Your weekend sounds lovely, Karen. Ours was restful this week also. My husband did tackle some outside jobs that he wanted to get behind him, but they were the kinds of things that help you rest easier once you are back inside...just knowing that they were accomplished. :) Me...well, I just totally relaxed!

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  8. DebbieApril 10, 2017 at 9:50 AM

    Your gradient yarn is so pretty! Hope you enjoy your next knitting project!

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  9. VickiSCApril 10, 2017 at 10:09 AM

    I love those colors and it will be beautiful for that shawl! I always enjoy looking for your posts in the morning, so relaxing and inspirational.

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  10. AsKatKnitsApril 10, 2017 at 12:36 PM

    That gradient set is lovely! There is nothing like casting on a new project - spring is the perfect time for a bit of start-itis!

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  11. UnknownApril 10, 2017 at 5:23 PM

    Oh, I DO love the colors of this yarn!
    Spring arrived here (finally!) yesterday, and we enjoyed temperatures close to 80 degrees today. It will only last through tomorrow, so I am trying to enjoy every moment! :-)

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  12. Amy at love made my homeApril 10, 2017 at 6:23 PM

    What lovely colours of yarn, I can see why you have another project on the go!

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  13. MaryApril 11, 2017 at 5:52 AM

    I have yet to use a gradient or mini-skien set ... goals, I guess! it's wonderful to see spring start showing up around the country - makes this season feel extra long (and that's a very good thing!)

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  14. kathy bApril 11, 2017 at 10:29 AM

    Love the shades of purple. So springlike. Your sunny photos are a joy to behold. Dare I say we made it??

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  15. VeraApril 11, 2017 at 1:47 PM

    Yes! Spring does finally seem to have arrived for good. Thank goodness!! The purple/lavender yarn is so yummy looking. That will make a beautiful shawl. Casting on new things is always fun - enjoy.

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  16. elnsApril 11, 2017 at 8:19 PM

    Oh new knits are so much fun. The colors for your shawl are beautiful.

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  17. GraceApril 12, 2017 at 10:31 AM

    Such a lovely post, Karen. Those colors are gorgeous! I am so thankful for this spring weather, my energy has returned! 💛

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  18. AnonymousApril 13, 2017 at 6:59 PM

    I love seeing Frodo. I love this gradient set. I have on my list for STITCHES next year a minis set.

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