I think that this particular yarn-along of Ginny's should be nicknamed, "The Big Unveiling: Secret Knits Revealed". What do you think? Although I haven't visited other yarn alongers yet, I'm guessing that this week and next will probably be filled with all those Christmas knitting projects that none of us could share before the holidays. Please forgive the long heavy photo post...
Finished Knits:
My mom's Malabrigo Neck Thingie and a pair of Malabrigo Hand Thingies.
My dad's Meandering Rib Scarf.
Two pairs of duffers for my two younger boys.
Still working on: (yes, not all was done on time unfortunately...)
My husband's Circle and Stripe Scarf
Two more pairs of duffers in varying stages.
For reading...I finished Sarah's Key in two days (sped read through parts of it). I thought the first half of the book was well-written and intriguing, and I loved how the author intertwined two families and two time periods. And of course, learning about the very sad events in France's history was very moving. I think the second half of the book was more contrived and a bit of a let-down. I kept reading just to find out what happened. It was actually depressing on several levels. My new 'read' is A Field Guide to Fabric Design (thanks, Mom!). I hope to renew my interest in textile design little by little.
What are you knitting and reading?
I also didn't quite finish this year. I was a day late on my youngest son's sweater. He has deemed it itchy though, so I am off to fix that as well as a few other things. How was the duffers pattern and were they well received. I really like the look of them!
Posted by: Heather | December 28, 2011 at 09:47 AM
I love those duffers. That pattern is going to have to go into my queue.
Posted by: Heather | December 28, 2011 at 10:07 AM
I've never seen that slipper pattern before...and I need a new pair. They look really comfortable!
Posted by: Michelle | December 28, 2011 at 10:11 AM
All great knits...but those duffers!! Love 'em!
Posted by: Steph @woolythyme | December 28, 2011 at 10:48 AM
Thanks for the book review, I think I have that book on my shelf and I will move it to the bottom of the to read pile.. You really made some beautiful projects over these weeks!!
Posted by: swanski | December 28, 2011 at 02:06 PM
I love seeing all the finished projects; good for you in remembering to take pictures before giving them away [some of us seem to have forgotten...me!]
I had the same feelings when I read Sarah's Key, which is a shame because it could have been wonderful.
Posted by: Tracey | December 28, 2011 at 02:50 PM
I love how your neck and hand thingies :) came out! Beautiful scarf, I love looking at your finished projects!
Posted by: Amy | December 28, 2011 at 03:10 PM
the hand and neck thingies are so cool, i love them. and malabrigo is always an awesome choice isn't it?! and the duffers: would love something like them on my feet! :)
Posted by: Sylvia | December 28, 2011 at 03:36 PM
That malabrigo yarn is the best I have seen in a long time, gorgeous. I also love the neck and hand thingies and the duffers!
Posted by: CrunchyCatholicMomma | December 28, 2011 at 03:56 PM
I just ran across that duffer pattern on Ravelry the other day--looks like fun!
Posted by: Wendy | December 28, 2011 at 10:34 PM