It’s unusual for my knit output to exceed my quilting output…

But I completed 12 knit projects in 2025. There are only nine pics, because there are two kitty-cat hats just not two pics, and the set of orange/burgundy socks are each a project.

And the last project I finished up yesteryday!

I started these socks for myself the day after finishing Dave’s Uncle’s hat. They are made from some Opal yarn I had in my stash. They look almost identical – but if you look, the sequence is off just a couple rows between the two socks. I did not do this on purpose, they just knit up that way. I love Opal yarn for socks. It’s not the softest, but it’s VERY hard-wearing. Which is good. Part of the reason Imade these it because I tossed three pairs of worn out socks just before Christmas.

So yep they are for me. And you may be thinking…. but Valerie, don’t you prefer ankle socks? I do. But I also like being able to do this with my socks!

Now… back to the year round-up stats:

As you can see…I mostly knit hats and socks this year. Six socks, five hats and one bulky scarf. I was so happy to make the Deathflake hats at last – I’d had the yarn and plan for ages. And I’m always thrilled to knit another kitty cat hat and continue that tradition.

All projects, with the exception of the shorty socks and the Opal pair, were gifted.

My knitting time is mostly week night evenings after dinner, so I like to keep the projects nice and simple. Socks, hats and simple scarves are ideal. This trend will probably continue into 2026. Though part of me is itching to knit something light and lacey….