Monday, July 10, 2006

Something beary cute

Just another manic Monday. I drove over two hours to meet my subject today and when I got there I realized my video camera was malfunctioning so I have to do it all again next week! After 5 hours of pointless driving I get back to find out that another subject wants to reschedule so my week of being "awesome grad student girl" is quickly (and I am talking warp speed here) going in the toilet. On top of which, I learned that my cousin's wedding (which I had firmly believed was one week from Saturday) is actually this Saturday so I have to scramble to get everyone ready to leave for Minnesota on Friday.

Anyone else have days like this?

So on this day of chaos when I feel like tossing my head back and screaming "WHY ME GOD WHY ME?" (okay so really nothing that dramatic but a good run and a pint of Ben and Jerry's might substitute) I have decided it is finally time to post a picture of a FO. I need the thrill of accomplishment on a day when I have managed to accomplish nothing and actually put myself further behind. So here it is...........

One beary cute finished object



The pattern is from a box of pattern inserts called "knitting to go." This pattern comes with a companion duck which I have also made, however, I finished it mere hours before I gave it away and in my sleep deprived state failed to take a picture of it. The pattern recommends Rowan's cotton glace which is in short supply around here. Therefore, I substituted with Lily's Sugar and Cream using size six needles. This hat was made for a friend who recently had a baby, however I am considering making another bear and a duck for the upcoming preemie project donation date.

There, I feel better already.

3 comments:

Tracy Batchelder said...

Christina,

That hat is adorable! I'm going to have to find the pattern. I bet the duck is just as cute. These would be a big hit with TPP! Certain to bring a smile to everyone that sees them.

I guess you can't be at the sewing days now that you'll be out of town. I'm so disappointed I won't get to meet you! Hopefully there will be another visit to Iowa for me one day.

Tracy

Anonymous said...

OMG, hat is so irresistible!

Anonymous said...

What an adorable hat! Oh you must link your blog in the yahoo group so that the other members know who you are too. Tracy, AKA Wool Winder, told me about your blog. I am SO SO glad that I found it! I'll be back to visit soon!