With Silla off the needles, and the move moving ever-closer, I figured it’s a good idea to be a monogamous knitter for a while. And with small simple projects. Can you guess where this is going?
Yep… socks. Good old socks!
This is a skein of Jungle Cat (Bamboo/Merino) that I dyed up over winter. I’ve been dying to see it knit up. I’ve called it Caimen, because it makes me think of those sleek little crocdilians gliding through dark swampy water.
You may not know, but Caiman are my second-favourite reptiles. (Bearded Dragons are my first favourite).
This pair will be for Dave’s birthday in July. I suspect for the new few years, all our presents for holidays will be house-related and needed (nothing says Merry Christmas like new floors!). But at least he can always count on me for a new pair of socks!
Very handsome! It will be the same here as our budget does not include appliances for the new kitchen. I’ll have to replace them over time so I guess I’ll be getting a dishwasher for my birthday this year. Maybe next year I’ll get the refrigerator I want.
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These are really turning out beautifully! Nice job on the color grab for this photo-spot on! New socks to wear on new floors is a great present!
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Those are really handsome. Love the colors…don’t like the reptile reference~~ LOL
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You got the colors down perfectly Val. I know what you mean about the move. I’m going to add up all of our hardware store receipts when this move is finally coming to a close.
Blessings,
Betsy
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PERFECT color name.
We are right there with you. The house gets more “presents” than we do. LOL
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Love the color of that yarn! Sounds like you have a good knitting plan for you windows of opportunity for knitting.
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Great job on the dyeing: I like how the yarn colors look in the sock.
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Yes, the colours are rather crocodilian!
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Good idea to be a monogamous knitter, only I think it’s too late for me. Don’t ask me how many WIPS I have, and then there’s the unfinished quilts and X-stitch. Sigh. That’s a very interesting color you created!
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