Feeling the pressure from work slightly today (a small matter of a PhD thesis to finish – nothing major), so not time for a big post. But I was that determined to keep up the recent momentum, so I thought I would give you a quick knitting update. Do you remember a couple of days ago I casually mentioned that I’d started Mum’s Christmas present? She mentioned ages ago that she’d like a knitted bag, and I found the perfect pattern for her on Knitty. I’ve now managed to progress beyond the initial 2cm, and have finished the front panel.
So just the back, inside pockets, outside pocket, sides, strap and lining to worry about now. EASY! Fortunately John’s out of my hair tonight so I’ll hopefully be able to get stuck into the next section. Then I have to start work on a jumper for my brother’s childhood toy; gloves for the MIL; felt corsage stocking fillers; mini stockings that I’ll be giving out instead of cards, complete with chocolate santas (pattern kindly provided by Julie); and a knitted toy for John (either a Pudsey or Sleepy Snake). Oh yeah, and that thesis.
If anyone does fancy having a go at the Knitty pattern, yarn subsitution was pretty straightforward. I used Patons 100% Cotton in DK (210m/230yd per 100g, so adjust the amounts accordingly). The colours I’ve chosen are a beige (2714) and a cranberry (2708), but feel free to choose your own!
