T-Cable Scarf

Started 1/21/11, Completed 2/27/11 

I started the 2011 with basic knitting skills so I decided to develop them by knitting various designs and patterns I hadn't done before. I discovered this cable scarf designed by Smariek. "What a perfect project!!" I thought, definitely more advanced than the knit and purl I was used to. I didn't have any experience reading a knitting pattern/chart so I ended up starting the scarf 4 TIMES!!!

At the end of the day I conquered the scarf. I love the way the cables intertwine into each other. The scarf is not as long as the 68inches called for in the design, but I think it will fit the person who will wear it.

The cables make the scarf chunky and warm. LOVE IT!!! :)

To knit this scarf check out Smariek at

http://smariek.blogspot.com/2008/08/triumph-cable-scarf-pattern.html

Cable Hand Mitts

Started 2/28/11; Completed 3/11/11


I was looking for a hand mitt pattern to go with the T-Cable scarf and I came across this wonderful design by Delia Rau Cholakian. I loved the fact that the pattern was a flat design and I didn't need to purchase circular needles.

I ended up knitting 3 of them because the gauge in 1 mitt was too tight.

All the same this is an easy, quick knit for a nice handmade gift.

Cute Bobble Scarf

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Started 2/8/11; Work in progress

I bit my tongue and finally bought a cute white.....yes, WHITE winter coat. Then I saw this scarf (another excellent cable piece of work from Smariek) and I thought it would go well with it. I have never done bobbles before so this will be interesting.

2/14/11 After 4 tries I am finally getting into the rhythm of knitting this scarf. I have to take the time to re-count the stitches after making a bobble because for some reason I lose one stitch at that point. I also thought this video was helpful in making the bobbles stand out more. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0PU4ymWVZA