Catching Up
I started a post days ago and then work/knitting/Ravelry/life got in the way. So the short version is: Maryland Sheep and Wool was fun times. Saw some really awesome old friends and made some new ones. Bought some excellent yarn. Got sunburned.
I was overwhelmed (in a good way) by all the Ravelry craziness, but it didn't stop me from participating. Jess and Casey have obviously done an amazing thing and I'm so proud of my friends. And a little in awe of them.
Pictures from the trip are [ here ], if you're interested. And here's what I got while I was there:
The stash.
That's some sock yarn, yarn for one sweater, and some clasps and buttons. I was very restrained, actually. Although after seeing all the Namaste bags that Jess and Casey had for door prizes, I immediately came home and ordered this pretty pretty bag:
This is the Namaste Laguna.
It's beautiful and soft. It is also HUGE. If you don't want a big bag, it's not for you, but if you like to carry everything with you, I highly recommend it. Since I bought that the night I returned, I guess that counts as a MDSW purchase. Hee.
Anyways. What else? Well, I finished Anais. The unraveling of the cast on edge quickly turned into CUTTING OFF the ribbing and picking up stitches, but I'm okay with that. It was a messy job, but I'm super pleased with the results:
AND! I finished Jacob's socks today! He is actually wearing the socks right. now.
Finished!
I used Trekking XXL. I think he likes them. YAY. These are actually the second socks I've made for Jacob. The first pair ended up getting felted (although now I have a nice pair of slipper socks), but Trekking is machine washable (right?) so I think these will be okay.
That's two finished objects! woo-hoo, I'm getting crafty things done. I still need to put an binding on my prettypretty first quilt, and figure out what the heck to do with that purple Drops sweater that just needs finished arms and some buttons...but I'm currently distracted by some lace...
Go Fly a Kite Shawl.
I saw a girl wearing the most beautiful shawl at Maryland Sheep and Wool at Sunday's Ravelry meetup, and it turned out to be her own design! Holli was super gracious while we oohed and ahhed over her shawl. Luckily I had some Malabrigo lace yumminess in my stash, so I started it as soon as I got home. I'm hoping to have it done by my friend's wedding in the beginning of July. I had to get a little help from my friend Leigha to get going, but I'm totally cruising now!
yay. things are good. It's almost truly summer, which means my lovely town is quieter and slower and emptier. and I'm only taking ONE hour of class this summer, which means that I have more time to hang out with these schmoos:
happy schmoos.
Comments (35)
I love my laguna bag I carry my life in it! I got the turquoise one but I really want the charcoal for winter. Is it wrong to have a spring/summer and a fall/winter knitting bag?
Posted by Alyssa | May 30, 2008 10:28 AM
Yay! That was fun!
Jacob's socks look great!
Why aren't there more yarn festivals?
Posted by Anne Marie | May 27, 2008 2:36 PM
Um, Carrie? Your S&W haul? All the same color? Even the SOAK packets? So you like purple, eh? Kidding. I do the same thing. And your loot looks great.
I hope both pairs of socks are very much appreciated!! The tank looks wonderful on you. I liked it before but I admit it's better this way.
Posted by Elinor | May 21, 2008 11:54 PM
Anais is perfect! and I'm going to have to get one of these bags, aren't I?
Posted by pamela wynne | May 21, 2008 12:35 PM
I used to love Athens in the summer!
Is the bag heavy? My pet peeve is bags that are heavy when they are empty. Who wants to carry that?!
Posted by Bookish Wendy | May 21, 2008 10:54 AM
Your projects are super fantastic! So happy to hang out with you on Rav, Carrie.
Posted by Jen (Friender) | May 19, 2008 8:00 PM
I love the Anais! It's very flattering on you. I also love the new Namaste bag... I was thinking about getting one, but I tried out Staci's, and it was pretty much bigger than me, so I decided against it. lol
Posted by Steph | May 19, 2008 1:10 AM
Hi!
I have been reading your blog for a while now and realy enjoy it. I love the way the top turned out and that we got to see the journey it took to get it to look like this. I am a starting knitter and am sometimes a bit intimidated by all the "perfekt" knits that all seem to be right at the first try. But seeing you work, re-think and change it realy inspires me!
Posted by pink and barbara | May 17, 2008 6:57 AM
Excuse me miss, can I ask where you got your Ravelry bag?
Your Anais is very pretty!
It was great to see you in MD - I can't wait til we see each other again!
Posted by biglug | May 16, 2008 10:52 PM
More importantly, that means more time for Scrabulous. Priorities.
Posted by Rachel | May 16, 2008 8:58 PM
Okay, so I'm glad (for this reason only) that you live a few states away because we are total bag twinkies. I let Jason pick the color of my laguna and just told him no pink or lime green, and I ended up with a charcoal laguna. :-) And, Anais looks great!
Posted by sarah b. | May 16, 2008 8:37 PM
looks like a whole lotta fun's been going on with you! FOs and MDSW :) i really love that shawl you started. i must queue it immediately!
Posted by gleek | May 16, 2008 8:08 PM
I love Anais. I like it so much better your way.
Posted by Sarah | May 16, 2008 6:31 PM
more details on "fantastic armpits" please.
and also YAY maryland and friends and yarn and ginormous bags that i have STILL managed to abstain from.
and ALSO ALSO yay schmoos.
Posted by chelsea | May 16, 2008 5:41 PM
Great to catch up with you at MDSW (and also, watch you get very silly). Your haul is very nice and very purple-y indeed.
You may be helping business quite a bit over at Namaste, because I'm seriously thinking about one of those bags now, too...
You can totally wash Trekking in the machine, it wears like iron.
Posted by Jenna | May 16, 2008 5:12 PM
Oooo, you scored a Ravelry tote!
Anais came out great.
Ooo, I'm about to start Go Fly a Kite, too! (It looks super fun. I found this wicked pretty sky-blue and silver stuff for mine)
Posted by CraftyGryphon | May 16, 2008 3:32 PM
Great FO's! Love your haul from sheep & wool - I need me a good 'ole Ravelry bag!
Posted by nichole | May 16, 2008 1:53 PM
Ignoring the pic of the bag so I don't DIE of jealously. Also? I think I want Charcoal now instead of Olive. TOO HARD TO DECIDE!
and DUDE! You totally jumped on making the shawl! The most I managed to do was queue it (or favorite it, I can't remember). mmmmm, malabrigo laaace.
Posted by Lara | May 16, 2008 12:54 PM
I am so, so jealous of your 1 hour. Unfortunately, it's going to take me another 1 1/2 - 2 years to finish, even taking 6 at a time. Oh well. It'll be worth it, right? Right?
Posted by Anne | May 16, 2008 12:36 PM
Love the Ravelry tote! I'm going to stalk the Ravelry mini-mart until I'm able to order. The Ravelry colors are my favorite color combo.
Posted by Gina B. | May 16, 2008 11:22 AM
You totally linked me. Hee!
And also, I am thieving your bad. Don't look behind you, nothing to see here.
Posted by Leigha | May 16, 2008 10:54 AM
i always machine wash my handknit socks - just wash in cold. and DO NOT MACHINE DRY. that's what works for me anyway, no casualties so far. ;)
anais turned out soooo super super cute. SUPER CUTE!!
Posted by carolyn | May 16, 2008 10:23 AM
Ooh, that is a lovely shawl! I have some Malabrigo lace marinating in the stash ...
It was great to see you at Sheep and Wool!
Posted by anne | May 16, 2008 10:08 AM
yay, Anais looks great! Perfect fit. Makes me feel like *I* need a cute little vesty number like that too...
Posted by J Strizzy | May 16, 2008 9:23 AM
I love Namaste bags. I can also tell you that the company is run by the NICEST PEOPLE EVER. Also love the purpley goodness from Maryland, love Anais on you, love the socks, love the lace, love the schmoo.
Posted by Michelle | May 16, 2008 8:01 AM
Wow, Anais turned out spectacularly!
Posted by Heather | May 16, 2008 7:51 AM
Anais is supercute -- so flattering on you!
Posted by Sarah | May 16, 2008 7:27 AM
You and Jess were the first blogs that I ever read religiously. That was like, 5 years ago...wow.
I love that Namaste bag...I want it. But alas...I need a job first.
Posted by Stacey | May 16, 2008 2:56 AM
You, High Energy Jenny, Ann-Marie and Frecklegirl were my very first blogs on the web that I followed and wished I knew in real life.
Thanks to ravelry, I've found my own group of people local to me.
WHO KNEW???
I do so love your blog even though it's as a *lurker*. Your friendships, school, pre-wedding, wedding, post-wedding, work and definately your candid 'bathroom mirror F.O' updates. Thanks for sharing all your schmoos and you.
April (all the way in California) and ajdury over on The Rav.
Posted by April (ajdury) | May 16, 2008 2:07 AM
Your adapted-Anais looks grrreat! And I have yet to unpick ribbing without it turning into a large-scale massacre...
Posted by Heather | May 16, 2008 1:47 AM
1) seriously, your nails always look so nicely manicured! are they natural? acrylics?
2) love the bag
3) love anais. the length is perfect now.
4) do you like purple? :)
Posted by mai | May 16, 2008 12:55 AM
Your nails and hands are pretty. I don't mean that in a weird, creepy way. Also completely jealous of your MDSW trip and booty. Really very cool for you.
Posted by Tana | May 15, 2008 10:08 PM
That shawl is going to be GORGEOUS! I'm not a shawl wearer and even I kinda want to knit it.
Posted by Tacha | May 15, 2008 10:05 PM
I love my laguna... I think we got the same color!
Cowboy was asking about the "wady that pwayed jedi with us" the other day!
Posted by Mama-E | May 15, 2008 9:40 PM
Do you photoshop your pictures or do you just have fantastic skin to match your "fantastic armpits?"
Posted by Jómy | May 15, 2008 9:27 PM