I’m loving it!
Ok, this hat is so neat, that I think I must make more. That means I’m going to officially hash out the pattern, although I can’t make promises as to when. It knits up quick on size 10 1/2 needles, casting on only 64 stitches. Even with all those holes, it’s still very warm. It matches my mitts. Nate loves it. Happy, happy day. Of course, you all should know by now that I love hats.
I’ve already named this one, but I’m holding out on you.
Pete’s bag turned out about as close to perfect as I could have hoped for. I can hardly believe it. I know that Jenny is going to mention something about a rainbow in the comments :-), but seriously, I’m dumbfounded. Not that it shouldn’t be perfect, considering all the math and swatching I did, but I’ve been shown in the past that math and swatches aren’t always a sure bet to success. The strap is about an inch or two longer than he requested, but Nate said that it’s the perfect length for cross-chesting, and any shorter would be too short. In any case, I’m very pleased. I need to figure out how to secure the flap, I need to sew a couple of things, add a square of velcro to each of the “secret pockets”, and that about does it. Then it gets shipped off to Italy, to a very patient boy who’s been waiting for his bag for about 5 months.
So, it’s a Hayden-along day. I don’t think I have any updates. If anyone has anything, let us know!
In other news, I’m sick. Nate’s sick. Abby’s sick. O and V are hanging on, but barely. I’m re-knitting Lauralund already, and have finished the front! It’s currently blocking under my piano. It’ll probably be too small this time, but I don’t really mind that, as I have every intention of losing a bunch more weight this year. And if it’s small enough, perhaps I’ll let my sister break it in for me.
January 27th, 2005 at 11:06 pm
I LOVE the hat! It is beautiful and you are very creative. I love coming to your site to read and see what you are doing. I have started a Hayden hat for my daughter and it is very fun, thank you for the pattern.
Lisa
January 28th, 2005 at 12:26 am
Well, I have to say I love the hat. I love the gloves! Fabulous site! I added you to the list! Can’t wait to see what you knit next!
January 28th, 2005 at 1:48 am
Cute hat! Cute gloves!
So, did you cut out the purple color changes while working the gloves… or did it just work out that way? Just curious. Both projects turned out great!
January 28th, 2005 at 2:21 am
You are so creative! Love that hat. You should be very proud of yourself.
January 28th, 2005 at 2:22 am
Jena- yeah, I did some splicing to make it work.
Thanks everyone!
January 28th, 2005 at 2:32 am
Wow – that hat is so cool!
January 28th, 2005 at 2:36 am
What a beautiful hat! I also love hats, but haven’t knit any for myself yet. Can’t wait to see the pattern!
January 28th, 2005 at 10:30 am
Yeah, there’s a rainbow over your head, Laura! That hat is lovely! You really have a talent for making pretty, feminine hats! Um, WHY are you holding out on the hat’s name, huh? That’s great that Pete’s bag didn’t give you any frustrations. Hope you guys feel better soon! Alas! You do about as much knitting as I do DISHES!
January 29th, 2005 at 2:05 am
I love hats, too; I knit more of them than anything else because I don’t have patience to finish big stuff like sweaters. Be sure to give us a shout when you finish the pattern–don’t hide it at the bottom of a post :-).
January 29th, 2005 at 2:34 am
I?ll be sure waiting for you to post that pattern. I love it! Congratulations!
January 30th, 2005 at 3:46 am
ok – i’m in the same situation! it looks like i’ll need about 2 yards of the second skein, which means i’ve got 98% of a skein of noro left. i’d love to know more about your hat pattern. i probably need it 🙂
it’s beautiful.
January 30th, 2005 at 5:45 am
Love your hat and your wrist warmers! Your knitting is so inspiring. I have a hard time knitting colorful items for myself, and your hats certainly inspire me 🙂 I’d definitely make this one too!
January 31st, 2005 at 2:44 am
I love the hat! I will be waiting for the pattern…it’s a definite winner.