....I mucked up the hood a bit and I also ran out of the purple shade but I didn't think that would matter terribly to a 14-month old. Guess what though, my Mother spotted the difference. In fact her comment was 'run out of wool, did you?', which I chose to ignore! 
I liked the way the hood was constructed and it fits her really well. 
It does meet in the middle on her btw!
On to the CAL. So far so good. It's taken me two nights to get this far, mainly because I unravelled my first attempt. The 4mm hook just wasn't working for me, although I obtained gauge with it but I didn't like the 'open weave' texture it was producing so I downsized to a 3.5mm and now it looks a lot better. Some people had actually finished the first part within a few hours. I'm taking a more leisurely approach!
....and finally, getting along with the help of her babywalker thingy. Soon she will be tottering around on her own....then the fun really starts!
Hope you're all having a splendid week.
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I'm not going to go on and on about how much I appreciate your company ....I think you all know it by now!
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Joining in with Ginny's Yarnalong
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ps I nearly forgot to mention the books I'm currently reading. Bedtime book is 'I'll take You There' by Joyce Carole Oates. I'm enjoying it immensely, Her writing is sublime. Then for a little light reading, I dip in and out of the unofficial biography of Barbra Streisand, called 'Hello Gorgeous'. I particularly love looking at the pics in the book.
Very well done, Nana Go Go! That's funny that your mum noticed that you had run out of wool!
ReplyDeletethat knitted hoody looks warm and cosy and those little feet taking adventurous steps is a lovely picture! The yarn along would, for me, be an ordeal ending in failure but I can see for you it's a fun challenge and you are going to really enjoy it, how clever to change the guage, perfection! Betty
ReplyDeleteThe little jacket looks like one you can snuggle into. It's lovely! I always like to see little ones in home knits xx
ReplyDeleteYour little jacket is adorable. I love it. I've read both of those books and really enjoyed them!
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ReplyDeleteThe sweater is wonderful and running out of purple made an perfect design element. Glad you got the book for a bargain. I love little feet toddling about, she is going to be racing around in no time at all. Enjoy your wonderful blanket, take you time and savor the stitching.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Meredith
How rewarding to knit such a lovely little jacket and in such a great colour.....xx
ReplyDeleteAmazon second-hand shop is one of the delights of my life. I have bought many treasures there, often for 1p, like you. Don't understand how they make any money, but never mind that, just enjoy!
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