Apr 12 2009
Stripey Goodness and Marlene Progress
After almost a week of resisting casting on a pair of socks with the Vesper self-striping sock yarn I have, I caved yesterday and cast on another pair of toe-up stripey socks with the “Sweet Water” colorway that was calling me from my stash.
They’re knitting up a lot faster than I thought they would, but I suppose it’s just because I’ve had a lot of time to sit around and knit. I’m a little over half way to the heel already!
Marlene is moving right along, too. I was a little surprised when I picked it up yesterday to find that I was ready to start the heel.
For two projects I started this week, it feels like they’re moving along at lightning speed.
Yesterday my knitterly friend Jessy came by and hung out for part of the afternoon. She brought a delicious blackberry tart that I would probably eat all in one sitting if I didn’t know what was best for me! We had pizza, watched Matt play some video games (Matt and I were playing Little Big Planet when she arrived) while we knit, and watched Dollhouse. My mom, sisters, and grandpa came by for a while a bit after Jessy left. I do love having visitors and it’s been nice to since I can’t really go anywhere still. It feels like I’ve been home for a few weeks, but I know it’s only been a week. Almost like time is just standing still!
Today is Easter and if I were allowed to get in a car and go anywhere, we’d probably be going to a get together with Matt’s dad (and that side of the family). I’m a little sad about not going, but it’s also kind of nice not to have any obligations today.
Here’s a cool Easter-related treat for you: Peeps Show III. Peeps are one of my favorite Easter treats even though I know they have them pretty much year round now. I loved these as a kid and I still love them as an adult. I think when Matt goes to the store today, I’ll make sure he picks some up for me!
Happy Easter to all who celebrate!
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I really like the Marlene pattern. I don’t think I’ve seen it before.
ohmygod i have to get my hands on some vespar sock yarn one of these days. those colorways are so gorgeous!!
you just might have decimal done in time. i’m glad you’re feeling better with each day. company of loved ones always help things, don’t they?
Seriously. We’re well on our way to having a matching sock drawer.
Glad to see you’re feeling better and having so many visitors!