I did finish two smaller projects in August. Another pair of clogs. This pair for Robyn, my SIL. I entered them in the Ravelympics Felted Freestyle and medaled. I am so happy to have these done.
I also knit this face cloth from Euroflax Original Sport Weight Linen. I'm a tad disappointed in the final product. I don't think it's gift worthy so I'm keeping it for myself. There was a honking knot in the yarn that ended up in the middle of the cloth. It's not square, blocking would probably fix that when I do get to the gift facecloths. And finally, I am just not a fan of garter stitch. This does not say to me that it is a fantastic and special handmade gift.
Since this only took 54yds of yarn, I have more. I'm going to do the same basic pattern next time, putting stockinette in the center. One smooth side and one purl side for exfoliating. I hope that looks nicer and more luxurious. I'll be more careful when I cast off to make sure that corner isnt' too pointy. I'm going to pair these "fantastic" facecloths with bars of handmade soap for Christmas gifts for work friends.
I also cast on the Moss Grid Towel in worsted kitchen cotton. So far I don't like it. Tough on my hands and it's clunky. I figure I will finish it and use it in my kitchen. I probably won't do another one.
So what am I really working...still knitting on the Blue Sky Alpaca Silk Clapotis. Have mercy that thing is taking forever. I'm currently knitting from balls 4 and 5. When I finish 4 and start on 6, I'll start the decrease section. Balls 5 and 6 should be enough to decrease. The Alpaca Silk is a joy to knit with and it's even better after knitting a few rows in kitchen cotton.
I really want to finish this clap before starting Robyn's Christmas Clapotis, but I may be running out of time. I've been knitting on my current clap for 5 months now. However, it is going to be worth it. It's beautiful
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