On The Fifth Day . . .

//Five Golden Rings - who wouldn't want that?! I would settle for this though, Winter Sky Hat by Judith Swartz.

Also, Knit Picks is having a great "Win Your Wishlist" Contest. Check it out here.

xoxo Shannon

On The Fourth Day of Ravelry Christmas . . . . .

//my true love made for me: The Four Seasons Winter Hat by Tanis Lavallee. That's right, all together now, sing it, you know it. This one even rimes, I am so good. 

I love the colors in this pattern, beautiful, and it would be a good first project for diving into colorwork! Go for it!

I almost forgot, I wanted to share this recent article and video from Wall Street Journal about arm knitting, the newest knitting craze to hit the country. It is so cool, let me know what you think. I don't know if I would like doing this simply because of the awkwardness of it and what if you had to go to the bathroom, then what? I'm just saying. 

xoxo Shannon

Mood Board Monday Madness

This photo was the color inspiration for a swatch I knit recently and the inspiration for the following mood board.

Here is my progress so far on the "Brett" hat.

Can you tell I love the color orange or just color in general? Color excites me and motivates me much more than neutral hues although there are times when I really like to delve into ecrus, creams, and browns. It can be a nice change.

On a personal note, not to get too morbid or anything, I know how hard the holidays can be sometimes especially if you have lost a loved one. I'm feeling it along with the rest of you. Hang in there, go outside for a walk, give someone a hug, or just get your knitting out or craft of choice and get lost in making something. It will help, I promise.

Any big plans for the holidays? I want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving!

p.s. I am thankful for many things, including all of you who visit my blog even though I don't hear from you. Please let me know what you're knitting for the holidays!

xoxo Shannon