As one of the Extremities Exchange moms, I'm going to have to admit that I've fallen behind on my thingy. If one had to lead by example, I'm going to be sent to the back of the formation.
The panic has intensified as I see Curly Lis has received her goodies (and that is one fine pair of socks), Triple A Kristine is ready to sew and send hers off and Dolly Dimples Heather has
Before you all start asking why I'm behind, I'm going to respond as honestly as I can.
(1) Procrastination - it was hard to decide what to do and what yarn to do it with, so instead of making a lightning fast decision, I debated for days and in the end selected a yarn that I have never used before.
(2) Over optimistic - yes, I thought that I would have a hour or 2 to work on it... but there were the Liberty sales to attend and oh yes, work the thing that pays for the yarn. Of course, I could had compromise by making something smaller, using thicker yarn or using a pattern, instead of designing on the fly, but I'm stubborn, and didn't want the yarn to defeat me. Why did I decide to try a new yarn?
(3) a bit of the perfectionist - * tried new pattern, ripped it out, cursed like a sailor* repeat * to *.
So where am I?
It's about 30 inches long and I need to keep going until it's 72 inches long... armspan of a woman about my size. So if, I'm very good tonight (and a not too exciting movie on) I might get to the 50% mark.
Yarn Liberation
Most of the Liberty Loot has been designated for a new home. I've added an icon on the side menu and I'll let you know when I pick up some more stuff. If you click on the shopping bags, it'll take you to the offerings.
The sales are capricious, in that you never know what might be there, so it's always fun if you go without expectations. Those with expectations are doomed to be disappointed.
I do have some other things to list but it's raining again so I'll list them at the end of the week, after I've posted this lot off.
Posted by atu at June 27, 2004 07:31 PMPolly, I think you are late with your thingy because of the time you spent finishing the Peace Shawl and sending it to my Molly to wear for her wedding. She - and I - still can't quite believe she owns such a beautiful thing.I will send pictures after the wedding - unless you care to show up and take some yourself?
Posted by: Tessa at July 2, 2004 08:12 PMHey there Polly! I thought I emailed you regarding the Kaffe Fassett Patchwork. Mayhaps I sent it to the wrong email account? I hope to hear from you soon!
To say something topical: I've definitely done #3. Sometimes, in between the cursing and the repeat, I stare at my piece, hoping to WILL the yarn to knit nice. I'm still optimistic this technique will work. Someday.
Posted by: Iko at June 30, 2004 03:30 AMNo. 3 made me laugh. That same thing stands in the way of me finishing anything in a timely manner :)
Posted by: Amy at June 29, 2004 08:13 PMPolly, I repeat --YOU ARE A GEM!! And, btw...I love your newest foray into lace knitting. Long live the perfectionist!!
And JO!!! How are you and the baby doing????
Posted by: curly lis at June 29, 2004 03:19 PMCan't wait to see what other goodies you come up with, I did order aran wool from the UK, it arrived today and its way to warm to even swatch it!! Hope you had fun in the 2nd round of liberty's sale.
Posted by: yvette at June 29, 2004 01:22 PMYvette - No need to be envious... I'm going to get some summery yarns for the next listing... afterall knitting aran wool in June is a bit hot and sweaty.
Jo - rain... I take pictures outdoors without a flash whenever possible. I find natural light works best with bright colours that tend to get distorted by the flash. I've also noticed that indoor pictures can take a yellowish hue.
Dawn - don't worry, I'm sure to he the last one to finish.
Marjorie - I'm sure your recipient will love it. It looks gorgeous.
aaarrrrggghhh!!! the exchange!
my new yarn hasn't arrived, so in desperation I've started a 'provisional' extremities exchange gift this weekend. 33pc done!
Dawn :)
Posted by: dawn at June 28, 2004 04:49 PMTrying to work out how the rain fits in here :-)
Posted by: jo at June 28, 2004 12:02 PMthe sale is so tempting! don't worry about the exchange, I'm sure you'll make it. I've made a pair of hand warmers but I'm worried that my exchange pal might not like it....the color, the material, the style, etc etc
Posted by: marjorie at June 28, 2004 08:18 AMOh Polly, You are so kind to share, I have to admit to being very envious of everyones list of goodies from the sale.
Posted by: yvette at June 28, 2004 05:28 AM