I dropped my sewing machine off for it's (eh-hem, overdue) annual tune-up. And what I found is that crossing over the threshold of the sewing shop is similar to stepping into a confessional. I admitted that my machine is chocked-full of lint from fleece, felt, felted sweaters, and terry cloth towels. "Father forgive me for I have sewn." LOL. An employee at the store was trying to sell me on the concept that I really should purchase a second machine so that I don't experience separation anxiety. Seriously? If I purchase a second machine = spend a few thousand dollars = Ben will be purchase a second motorcycle = spend a few more thousands of dollars. Thank you, but NO thank you.
Once I left Tomorrow's Treasures, I ventured over to Michaels to pick out some yarn, and later that night, I searched Soule Mama looking for both a pattern and a handful of Amanda's mad knitting energy. I found the perfect pattern on Ravelry*. It's called the Hurricane. Check out the motion within this hat.
And I was so inspired by the pattern, that I captured some of that mad energy and finished the hat off in no time. It's perfect for a Salty Dog or two. *If you don't know what Raverly is and you knit, you must check it out. It is the most amazing site to store and to share patterns with others!
4 comments:
LOVE the hat. I'm a knitter too and I'll have to check out that website...Thanks so much for sharing :-)
I am amazed at how you whip these things out. Like Naia's little pumpkin hat. The hurricane hat looks awesome. My birthday is coming up... knitting lessons anyone?
Love it! When can I come over for a knitting class? I have knitted hats for everyone I know this year except myself!
Karen, the one you made for Jen is gorgeous. You sure you need lessons?
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