Knitting News


Boom!  Another hat done and I've cast on another one going up a needle size.  This is the project that I work on in the early morning while doing my daily Mass readings and prayers.  I'd like to knit two more of these hats before Thanksgiving.  Ah, the suspense of whether I will succeed or not!

The shawl that I mentioned last week gets all my attention in the afternoons and evenings if my schedule permits.  I have high hopes of finishing this shawl by Friday. Placing markers every day before I pick it up to knit really helps me see the daily progress and I can keep measuring and doing my math.  Having concrete numbers takes away my panic and dread that I shamefully embraced last Wednesday.  I can do it!

What are you knitting this week?  Making progress?


Comments

  1. BonnyNovember 15, 2017 at 8:05 AM

    Two more nice warm hats in eight days sounds completely doable for you. I hope your back is comfortable and your needles swift!

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  2. AnonymousNovember 15, 2017 at 8:46 AM

    I started a hat! But, no time pressure on me, other than cold weather is coming!! LOL

    Steve started a book from the library. It is 700 pages. He has a week to read it. The pressure is ON! LOL

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  3. thecrazysheepladyNovember 15, 2017 at 9:05 AM

    I did knit a small teddy bear sweater over the weekend and now I'm working on sleeves for a sweater for me.

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  4. Andrea @ This Knitted LifeNovember 15, 2017 at 9:24 AM

    I love that hat! So classic and stylish. I started working on a sweater for Reed last night. I have way too many projects on my needles right now!

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  5. Jeannie Gray KnitsNovember 15, 2017 at 9:39 AM

    Love the simpleness of the gray hat and I have confidence you'll finish your shawl.

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  6. margeneNovember 15, 2017 at 10:26 AM

    The hat looks SO warm. You're family (and friends) is going to have very nice warm ears this Christmas!

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  7. TannaNovember 15, 2017 at 10:48 AM

    Warm and wonderful! That's what that hat is. I have confidence you will finish the other two on schedule. ;) I'm stalled on the sleeves.... I'm not loving the magic loop. Ha! It'll be a fine thing if I've managed the whole body and stall out on the sleeves. I still haven't found my DPNs. Your productivity MAY inspire me to search again for them! Have a great day, Karen! blessings ~ tanna

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  8. BridgetNovember 15, 2017 at 12:09 PM

    I like that you have a plan for your knitting time - it probably means you'll get everything done that you want to do! I love the gray hat, such a nice shade.

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  9. Caffeine GirlNovember 15, 2017 at 1:37 PM

    That looks like such a cozy hat! I can't believe how fast you can knit one up!

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  10. VeraNovember 15, 2017 at 3:45 PM

    You'll have no issue meeting your goal - you are knitting FAST!!! Love the hat. I want to cast one on for my son, but am trying to finish what is currently on the needles.....

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  11. Judy S.November 15, 2017 at 6:23 PM

    You are amazing in all that you finish! I've got lots of socks on the needles and other stuff as well. Knit faster, right?

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  12. JaneNovember 15, 2017 at 7:59 PM

    Sounds like you are making good progress on your projects. I'm knitting on a shawl and a pair of socks although I might need a break from sock knitting. Never thought I'd say that. The gray hat looks very classic and warm - the perfect combination for a gift.

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  13. StefanieNovember 15, 2017 at 9:41 PM

    No progress because I had to finish up my swap package which had to be mailed today.

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  14. Juliann in WANovember 16, 2017 at 9:02 AM

    I need to do that stitch marker to see my progress on my sweater. I am getting antsy to start something new but I really epwant to stay on track. That hat looks so cozy!

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  15. kathy bNovember 16, 2017 at 10:39 AM

    Love your hat and hoping to finish my HAT this week. I got the big double brim done, like yours! I want a warm one that stays put and hugs my ears!

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  16. AsKatKnitsNovember 16, 2017 at 12:45 PM

    Yes, I will have a sweater in the FO category!

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  17. ConnieNovember 16, 2017 at 6:27 PM

    I finished up a hat this week...I love how quick and satisfying they are.
    You have inspired me...thanks

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  18. CathieJNovember 16, 2017 at 6:58 PM

    I can't knit a hat that quickly. Wow. I think might be able to but my hands cramp up quickly. I love that hat.

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  19. Needles and WoolNovember 16, 2017 at 9:44 PM

    That's great you got another hat done! I like that gray color. Good luck on your shawl and the other hats, you can do it! :)

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