In an effort to catch up on blogging, I'm going to report on a bunch of different projects all at once. In a surprise move, only one of these projects is actually for me. Yes, I am proud of all the gift knitting!
Pattern: Annemor #17 from Selbuvotter
Yarn: Dale Baby Ull (orange) and Claudia's Handpainted in Argyle Socks
Needles: US 2.5, Knit Picks DPNs
Modifications: I added a side thumb gusset instead of off the palm. I knit with larger than recommended needles to upsize it for a man's hand, and I also had to repeat a band from the cuff in order to make the palm longer. Oh, and I fused three of the fingers together to make a glitten.
Pattern: Rainbow Socks by Susanne Kitzmann for Magknits
Yarn: Yarn Pirate Merino Sock in Killer Bees
Needles: US 1.5, Knit Picks DPNs
Notes: 6 repeats on the leg and on the foot. I also knit a picot cuff instead of ribbing.
Pattern: Modified Herringbone Mittens by Elliphantom
Yarn: Dale Baby Ull (purple) and All Things Heather
Needles: US 1.5 and US 2.5, Knit Picks DPNs
Modifications: It's knit on smaller needles, so I added 4 extra stitches to the hand. I also added some short fingers.
I like the finger detail.
Pattern: My own
Yarn: Rowan Felted Tweed and Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool
Needles: US3 Bamboo DPNs
Pattern: Natalya Gauntlets by Savannahchik
Yarn: Mountain Colors Twizzle in Bitterroot Rainbow
Needles: US4 DPNs, Lantern Moon
I knit a second pair of these mitts for my friend A, who was nice enough to send me this yarn for my birthday. It was a perfect way to use up the skein. One pair for me to enjoy, and the second to give back to my friend.
Whew! There's a whole bunch of knitting all at once. I'll give you more details when I have actual FOs to show you!
Look at you go! Those are all great knits.
Posted by: tiennie | December 11, 2007 at 12:11 AM
That IS a whole bunch of knitting! Good going! Really pretty socks, too. I'm going to have to do that pattern!
Posted by: Tanya | December 11, 2007 at 07:29 AM
All great projects, but those Annemors are incredible! So beautifully knit. Wow.
Posted by: kim | December 11, 2007 at 08:36 AM
You are a busy bee for sure. Love the pattern on the glitten. :) And I think I recognize some yarn in there. ;)
Posted by: Jessica | December 11, 2007 at 08:59 AM
It's mitten mania! Can I come to your house for Christmas??
Posted by: Liz K. | December 11, 2007 at 09:42 AM
Lots of awesome work here!! You are busy!
Posted by: Diana | December 11, 2007 at 09:45 AM
wow! look at all that colorwork!!!! I love the glitten....
Posted by: stacey | December 11, 2007 at 10:53 AM
Look at you, Speedy McKnitsalot! Everything looks wonderful. You have some very lucky people on your gift list.
Posted by: Jean | December 11, 2007 at 10:58 AM
Whoa, it's mitten madness! Mittens do make great gifts. You are much more dedicated gift knitter than I am. I make a gift, then take a break for "selfish" knitting, make another gift, another bout of "selfish" knitting, etc. Love all the bright & happy colors you picked, BTW.
Posted by: Kim | December 11, 2007 at 11:34 AM
Wow, I am loving all your new knits. I am so impressed with your colorwork.
Posted by: Oiyi | December 11, 2007 at 12:37 PM
Whoa - that's some awesome and speedy knitting there. I love the glitten, and the finger detail on the herringbone mitten is perfect.
Posted by: Ariel | December 11, 2007 at 12:41 PM
Wow, what a wonderful assortment of projects! I love the colourwork, and that sock is fantastic.
Posted by: Dave | December 11, 2007 at 12:45 PM
Nice projects all. You are have been so productive!
Posted by: nova | December 12, 2007 at 02:14 PM
I've thought about making those rainbow socks. I like the colorway you chose. Was it a relatively fast knit?
Posted by: cari | December 12, 2007 at 09:19 PM
Your rainbow socks rock! I have yet to cast on for a pair, but I'm certain that I will now.
Smiles,
Erin
Posted by: Erin | December 12, 2007 at 10:21 PM