Happy New Year!

Sorry for the unexplained/unexpected absence.  I had big plans for doing loads of exciting knitting over my winter break but instead I went to Mexico and hardly knit a stitch!

Here is a project I finished before I left:

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Pattern: Herringbone Mittens with Poms (ravelry link) by Elli Stubenrauch made for my boyfriend Lou.

Yarn: Stash Yarn! Hooray! I used Galway Worsted from my stash. The brown was actually leftover from Lou’s Whale Hat so now he has a matching set.

Thoughts: The pattern is great and very well written. However, the colors I used weren’t really contrast-y enough for this pattern so the herringbone came out pretty subtle. Lou really likes them though and he’s already worn them a lot since it’s been pretty cold.  A grand success!

As for the blog I have been thinking of how busy I am with school this semester and I think I will be taking a break from regular once-a-week posting in favor of more of an FO Parade as I finish things.

Thanks for reading!

5 Responses to “Happy New Year!”

  1. Janis

    They look really nice! I might have to knit up a pair to use up some Cascade in my stash.

  2. Theresa

    They look great - the subtley is great for men. Good luck in school! And keep up that sleeve knitting :)

  3. Stef

    Awesome mittens. Good luck on the upcoming school year!

  4. Pat Race

    Trraaaaaaaaain Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  5. Jennifer

    Mexico, how exciting! I’d love to hear more about your trip and/or see some pictures. :)

    Those mittens look so cozy. I think the subtlety works well with those colors.

    Have a great semester!

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