yarn along: october 2019: clown-car-full

I've been cramming too much into my schedule lately, which is reflected in my reading and knitting.

So, here's the "bullet point" version of my WiPs and books in progress.  Maybe if I see it all laid out, or in list form, I can focus and finish something!

Currently Knitting:

Chauncey Sweater by Isabell Kraemer
in Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light
colorways: antique lace, whiskey barrel, well water
size M1
* steeked last week but resting while I decide what kind of button band to use; no sleeves yet!

Frais Hat by Alicia Plummer
in Berroco Summer Silk
colorway: nectar
size: m
*I'm making this for a lovely priest's wife, who was diagnosed with cancer recently. She sweetly asked me if her wool allergy would be a problem.  Never!  Excited to try other natural fibers.  This yarn is very soft, and should feel cozy in warm or cool weather.

Carl's Cardigan by petiteknit
Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Superwash
colorway: blossom
*I haven't made much progress on this since I last posted
, but it hasn't been cool enough for Little M to wear it yet!  I can finish it in a week or so, if it's the only thing I'm working on.

Striped Socks (Toe-Up pattern from Ann Budd)
Madelinetosh Euro Sock (which I cannot find anywhere now!), remnants from a pair of gifted socks
colorways: random number generator, button jar blue
*Second sock syndrome is real.  These will take no time at all if I can just focus on finishing them.

Sock Yarn Blanket
using remnants from projects, mini-skeins, and little samples

Knitted Autumn Garland
I started this last fall, hoping I would have it finished in time for Thanksgiving!  I still have a long way to go.


Currently Reading/Listening:

Small is {Still} Beautiful
Waverley
Stealing the Mystic Lamb
Gone With the Wind (audiobook)
Wilderness Essays

I've noticed that if I can knit one project or read one thing at a time, I finish it soo much quicker.  Here's to focus and attention!