Friday, January 21, 2011

on my needles and my nightstand

Life has gotten a bit busy of late,
creating all the more need to fit in
a little knitting or reading
here and there.


My current knitting project is my third from
recycled yarn {the other two are here & here}.  The sweater above was found at
the thrift store on their $1 sale day--it was
very soft and a larger size so I knew I would
have plenty of bulky weight yarn to create something new.
Some of you have asked how I know there will be
enough yarn--well it's just an educated/lucky
guess.  I don't measure or weigh the yarn,
but just base my judgement on the size of the
original piece.  So far it has worked out!
I still have one arm to unravel...

...but decided to go ahead and get started...

It's the oatmeal pullover by Jane Richmond,
and on 11 needles it's knitting up very quick.
~
I was happy to pick this request up from
my library yesterday...


A Perfectly Kept House is the Sign of A Misspent Life: How to live creatively with collections, clutter, work, kids, pets, art, etc... and stop worrying about everything being perfectly in its place.

I love Mary Randolph Carter's books,
and I think this is my favorite so far.
~
Thank you for all the comments on the window!
Wishing you a wonderful weekend,


Deb

14 comments:

  1. Great idea. I only bought already knitted items once for a friend to use the yearn but once I use up all mine, I will do that for myself too. The yarn you have from your sweater looks great.

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  2. Thank you for showing that book --I didn't know she had a new one.
    I used to drool over American Family Style!

    Great sweater project, too!

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  3. Hi I think I might give that a try, buying wool can be a tad expensive sometimes. I'm just finishing matching berets for my daughter and her baby! just love quick knits! jennyx

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  4. Your projects are wonderful and to think you recycled wool well that is fantastic.....i definitely want to try this....

    I just finished an eternity scarf and like it so much I have started another one...plus they are a fast knit and I need some instant gratification ...

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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  5. Your knitting projects look so cozy and warm. The book looks like something I need to read. lol Thanks for sharing.
    Enjoy your weekend.
    Debbie

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  6. I so wanted to try to make those brownies you have on your blog. When I tried to access the blog they are on, it says I need permission. Do you have the recipe? Thanks! Love the sweater..

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  7. So talented to be able to unpick a sweater and make something new!

    The book looks like it would be a great read. I will have to see if I can track it down at the library.

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  8. Oooh! I looked at the Oatmeal Pullover on ravelry and it is so lovely! It is going to turn out so nicely!

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  9. What a gift you have. I would love to be able to knit something so beautiful, I also love that quote on the book - that is the way I live for sure!

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  10. I'm off to order this book at the library!! Looks like a book I MUST have!

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  11. That book looks great, I am such a minimalist and would love to be able to keep things around and live comfortably with them!

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  12. I will look for that book! Your sweater looks so simple and cozy...very nice.

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  13. I am truly impressed! The new sweater is looking great - I'll look forward to seeing pics of the finished project!

    Blessings,
    Dianne
    www.mysouthernheart.com

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  14. Luckily those temps are behind us and luckily we missed that storm on the east coast. Your knitting skills continue to amaze me. We are headed to Cambodia in a week to meet our new grandson so will miss the final month of winter. Lucky us.
    Mary

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Thank you for taking time to leave a comment--I love reading each and every one! I will try to answer any questions you have in the comment section. Due to the amount of spam, I am sadly no longer able to accept Anonymous comments....Kindly, Deb

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