Knitting came into my life when I needed it most. I was struggling, emotionally, and I kept my knitting close. That was 10 years ago and here we go again. This pandemic has been tough for many reasons. I Thank God that I could pick of my yarn and distract myself.
Today is February 10th and I have completed 4 projects already. Those of you that have been around for a while know that when times get hard…I get to knitting. I have always felt safe with yarn and needle in hand. On January 23rd I found myself in the ER (well Shelbey forced me) because I passed out, twice. Since then I have had every test, multiple Dr visits and wore a heart monitor for a week.
Knitting Projects
The first project I completed this year was from Knit Collage Knit Along. The poncho is called “Shake your Grove Thing” which uses Spun Cloud. Of course I used the Joy Bomb Orange. If you are an orange lover, this color is FABULOUS!! This knitting was rewarding and at the same time nostalgic. Remember when all I used was the fat fibers.
I finished knitting the poncho and instantly cast on the Easie Beanie by Brandi Cheyenne Harper. I love a project that teaches me a new skill. This hat, a hat EVERY one needs to knit, has a hemmed brim. Listen, when I tell you I try NOT to sleep in this hat. LOL
The yarn I used was a gift from Five Borough yarns in the color Meet me at the Ferry. This was the first time I wet blocked a hat and boy oh boy did it make a difference. I have made quite a few hats, but this one is currently my favorite. I promise you need one 😛
Knitting while sick
The next two projects I completed while trying to figure out why I passed out. The first is the Cocoon by KnitSafari and I am so very pleased with the outcome. This shrug is like being wrapped in a fiber hug. There is nothing like the texture that is created when you use seed stitch…it’s beautiful. Oh did I say it had pockets? YESSSSS you know how I get excited about pockets. The kind folks are Rowan sent me the yarn to make this.
The final project is designed by Nancy Ricci. I think you all know how much I love her projects right? She designed the Lazy Sunday State of Mind Sweater. I just realized I knit both of these projects in GLO (GG loves orange). Ok what is the new project GG? LOL I’m sorry I got distracted. Last week I finished the Kyanna Vest and I used ASAP by Madelinetosh in the color GLO. This pattern almost didn’t make it to my needles. Why? It’s made in pieces then seamed *rolls my eyes* I don’t seam well..but I did a good job.
The Kyanna Vest is a quick satisfying project AND it’s the great layer to add to your wardrobe.
Have you completed anything yet this year? My current project will take some time, I will come back with updates
I love your finished projects! I’m finishing projects too. I made the pressed flowers shawl which I started in 2021. It took me a while! Then I finished the float shawl ( also started in 2021). I also made the Easy Beanie, which I made for Shelbey. I really enjoyed that one. Since I live in AZ, we don’t wear hats too often, so I was glad to make for her.
I hope they figure out what’s making you sick, and that you’re feeling better soon!
Hope you learn soon what caused you to pass out. Praying for you.
I love all the orange, but the hat I love the most ! Off to look in to purchasing it!
Hi, Gayle,
You are in our 💙💙💙&🙏🙏
Kabir and Rumi
GG, your projects look great as always. I have finished 2 pairs of house socks. But one pair did not work so had to frog them. I just started reknitting them two days ago. I’m trying to finish a sweater but on sleeve island. I’m also working on a scrappy blanked for my Granddaughter. Puls I’m crocheting her a sweater as well. I love purples/teals, but granddaughter loves blues. I really like all the things you make. I hope you are feeling better soon.
Love ya,
Tiina
Looks like you’re really into orange. Love your projects – and your glasses, too. Sorry about the recent illness – could it be one of your meds? PS – I think I’ll try the beanie.
Best wishes
GG—you look beautiful in all your photos. I hope they figure out what’s causing the passing out. I’ve finished Illuminate and Grace Pillow in 2022, oh plus Knit Collage Express Yourself and Magic Mountain Cardi. I really love lots of colors and thinking that GLO should be a purchase soon. Hoping I can pull it off, but the color will always bring a smile to my face.
Take care and thank you for sharing, Cea
Beautiful work, GG! I hope you get some answers or peace of mind soon regarding your health. I’m so impressed that you have 4 projects already in 2022. I have had two on the needles since October. Specifically, two shawlographys. The first one I’m at the final border section but I’m trying to decide if I need to rip back to fix a row of brioche… so it’s in time out. Thanksgiving weekend I cast on a different set of colors and now that it’s February, I’m up to the brioche section. Fingers crossed I don’t mess up—I can’t fix brioche yet. I’ll have two more sections til I’m done with one. I laugh when I think of all the knitters that knit shawlography in about a month, meanwhile, I’ll be done someday. 🐢🐢🐢 🤣
I look forward to your positive messages. We all have ways to work through hard times. As a teen, it was listening to music and reading. As a retired senior, I still read, but knitting is my therapy. Do you keep a log/journal/diary of your knitting? I’ve been doing that for the past four or five years. I enjoyed seeing your finished projects. I took time to look back in my log to see what I’ve completed since the beginning of 2022. So far there are two shawls for assisted living facility residents, a shawl for myself (Stay Lucky Shawl by Jemma Arrowsmith), a GOAT Cowl (2 of them), and Avon Mountain Cowl. I’m working on Joji’s Long Summer Cardigan after seeing your lovely sweater!
Amen and thank you!
You are an inspiration to me. God bless you.
Aww Thank you!