It's a bit overcast and muggy here. I need to get into the office this morning, so I'm guessing I will not be walking today. I did manage to walk yesterday morning (around 9:30). I walked 3.6 miles on the Oaks path. Though still warm it was not nearly as bad as it was walking at 1 p.m. the day before.
Knitting is moving along nicely.
That is the Hellebore Hitchhiker with a few more teeth and the start of the Tomfoolery sock (which is reminding me of Tequila Sunrise).
Here's a close up of the sock which isn't great - I think this is one where it is going to need to be spread out on a leg for the pattern to be appreciated. I'm knitting Cathedral Socks by Jeanie Townsend (free on Ravelry), BUT...I am not doing any purl stitches (except in the cuff). I always mess up when doing purl stitches and yarn overs so I decided just to skip the purls and simply knit (plus I'm much faster at knitting than purling). There's a bit of lace and a few cables, both of which I wanted. Hopefully they will look good once on!
I've also managed to make a few more Granny Squares - no real dent in the needed 75 more (at least) for my blanket, but at least a start.
Yesterday when Fletch went out to water things in the garden he found this under our apple tree:
The sweet beginnings of a little nest. Not sure why it was abandoned or who it belonged to, but it is fun to see how intricately the grass is woven.
As I mentioned, I've got to go into the office this morning. Suddenly there is a bunch of stuff that needs to be done TODAY, so I will be busy. Additionally, I had an e-mail from one of the managers at the Embassy Suites across the street from my office. They are offering (free) 2 rib eye steaks, seasoning packets, an onion and a few other things. Their chef will be doing a zoom class Thursday late afternoon. I'm not doing the zoom class, but I am scheduled to pick up steaks this morning! The hotel has been going through extensive renovations (badly needed) during the pandemic and now they are trying to drum up business again.
So that's my Wednesday. I need to get dressed and out of here. Should be a pretty drive through Valley Forge Park to get to my office. Hope your week is going well!
Please head over to Kat's to see what others are making!
Look forward to seeing the sock pattern in more detail. It looks great so far and I love the colour.
ReplyDeletePretty projects! That little nest is just so sweet. Some little birdie was working pretty hard on it.
ReplyDeleteYour Hitchhiker is looking good, and I'm looking forward to seeing more of those socks. Your busy day will hopefully go quickly, plus free steaks!
ReplyDeletethe walking has been suspended here for a bit. We have too much going on in the mornings and I do not want to walk in the evening, I'd rather knit. yay for hitchhiker knitting!!
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ReplyDeleteIt is nice to see your progress on the hitchhiker and on the sock. I like the Tequila Sunrise colors. The bird's nest is cute. Free steaks sounds wonderful. Enjoy your day!
Free steaks! That's a nice perk for you.
ReplyDeleteYour knitting is coming right along. Such colourful projects.
That nest may have been on some contested territory. Who knows? Birds are persnickety.
`Love the colour of the new sock. Perfect for lace.
ReplyDeleteFREE STEAKS! That is (almost) worth having to go in to work!
ReplyDeleteOh--that Hitchhiker is going to be amazing!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the steaks! :)
Fire up the grill tonight for those juicy steaks! I rarely eat red meat anymore, but I do love a good steak. Sweet little best - it just didn’t pass muster.
ReplyDeletewhat pretty WIPs! (I completely agree on purl stitches and socks. nope, except for the ribbing at the cuff!) ...enjoy those steaks - what a treat!
ReplyDeleteI began the Close to You shawl a few days ago but abandoned it to make a few dishcloths as gifts. I'm anxious to get back to it, even more now that I've seen your Hellebore Shawl. The socks look great too and I'm looking forward to seeing the pattern.
ReplyDeleteWe've had unusual humidity here for the past two days. We rarely have above 20% humidity in the summer but the past few days have been around 70%. Having grown up in the midwest, I'm no stranger to it, but after 26 years, I've gotten used to the beautiful dry summers here. It definitely makes breathing an issue. :-). I know. Whine, whine, whine. Ha!
I hope your day at work turns out easier than you expected.
Take care Vera.
Blessings,
Betsy
Your Hitchhiker is gorgeous!! I hope your day at work was not too stressful!
ReplyDeleteLovely knitting, Vera! It's hard to adjust the walking schedule -- but so worth it in the summer heat. Hope you had a good day!
ReplyDeleteI just love how the Hellebore HH shawl is looking. It will look very stylish when you wear it. You inspired me to try a x-stitch project. I'll show it to you on my Friday blog post. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteLove the HH shawl, I have got to knit one! Always seems to get pushed down the knitting list!
ReplyDeleteI was visiting my brother out inPA and we took a long slow drive through Valley Forge, saw the boats at the park , then followed the river for a long while. Stopped at shops, I bought some vintage fabric and made knitting bags, love them. Love that area, so much history and beauty!
Sounds like a lot of great things are percolating in your life! I'm glad. The shawl and sock are looking good!
ReplyDeleteLooking so good, Vera! I love walking/bicycling outside as long as the weather is cooperative -- humidity & mugginess are THE WORST! ;)
ReplyDeleteHitchhiker , everyone but me makes them, and they are lovely as is yours. Your sock color and pattern look very smart together
ReplyDeleteI also walk about three miles - if I get out in the early a.m. That little nest is so sweet. You wonder what kind of bird began to weave the nest. Pretty summery sultry socks as the hitchhiker comes along.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to go check Ravelry and look at the Cathedral sock pattern. Lovely! We also find little nests in the yard sometimes. They look like a little work of art.
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