It went from Too Damn Hot to Too Freaking Cold in the blink of an eye. A couple of nights ago, it was down to the upper 30’s. Hmm, cold. Need felted slippers. I would have sworn that I bought the Felted Clogs pattern but I can’t find it anywhere. Since I’m impatient, I used this pattern instead.
I bought (again?) the Felted Clog pattern at the lys, so I’m sure the original will turn up now. While surfing for felted footies, I came across these felted baby slippers. Awww. The lys didn’t have that pattern so I may have to order it.
I’ve read in quite a few places that when you felt, you aren’t supposed to let the object go through the spin cycle because it will cause permanent lines. I have felted several things and I’ve let them go through the spin every single time. Not once have I had anything come out with lines spun into it. I think it’s a myth. No lines here. (Since they were still wet, I stuck my foot in a plastic bag before putting them on.)
I feel like there’s not enough time in the day to do everything I want to do. I have blogs I need to catch up on, books from the library that I want to read, socks to finish (there has been progess),
shawls to start, wallpaper to get off the bedroom walls just the top border to go, and work. Okay, the work isn’t something I want to do, especially since it’s interfering with all the things I want to do. I also need to declutter, which I’ve started but so far I’ve only succeeded in making more of a mess than making things look better. Add to that, I need to clean up around here. There’s little bits of wallpaper all around the house because it sticks to my socks and I (and the pets) end up tracking it everywhere. I always said that if I lived alone and only had myself to clean up after, my house would be so much cleaner. Being as The Man is only home every other weekend now, it looks like I was wrong.
Being as I’m actually getting around to posting, here’s a pic of the baby bib that I did actually finish.
It’s not perfect. The edge tends to roll and while blocking may fix that, I don’t see anyone ironing bibs after each wash so I’m not doing it either. As far as the intarsia goes, it’s not too bad. Not the greatest and certainlly wouldn’t win any awards, but it’s not totally terrible either.
October 20th, 2006 at 6:51 pm
You definitely have the clogs pattern. Somewhere. Like all of my patterns.
If it were only me at home, I always thought the house would be cleaner too, but I probbaly would just sit around in front of the computer or the tv and knit
Love the bib!
October 20th, 2006 at 8:00 pm
I have the clogs pattern, want me to send it to you? I’m never going to make them. Or you can come to SAFF with us and I’ll bring it!
I’m going to have a surprise guest at SAFF. You’ll want to be there. Trust me.
October 20th, 2006 at 10:38 pm
OMG, I was organizing my stash yesterday. I have WAY too much yarn, much of it in little odd balls. I was embarrassed when I realized exactly how much I have.
I’ve run felted stuff through the spin cycle too, with no problems. I think they key is to pull it out quickly and shape it.
October 20th, 2006 at 11:24 pm
Yeah, what’s with the weather?! I don’t mind “crisp,” but it’s too soon for cold.
I like your slippers! They look very nice. I looked at the finished picture and thought “What kind of pants is she wearing?” I thought they looked like break-dancing pants. Then I realized it was the bag to keep your foot dry.
October 23rd, 2006 at 3:49 pm
Hey, not only am I going to SAFF, I’m also going to Thursday night at Inman Perk. You really REALLY should go! I’d love to finally meet you after missing out on the opportunity when you were in my neck of the woods!
Still have my cell #?
October 26th, 2006 at 2:44 pm
Great knitting - I love the bib. So cute! You’ve been a busy bee. The sock looks great. I can’t wait to get back to a pair of socks. Too much Xmas knitting… I hope to see you tonight at Inman Perk!
November 15th, 2006 at 10:57 pm
love those felted socks! i have a front load washer and i can’t stop the spin cycle and i, too, have never encountered any wrinkles or lines. i’m with you on it being a myth!