MAYOR OF BUSYTOWN

Sorry, everybody, for not posting for a while. I have been super busy the past week. And on top of that, I was in a fender-bender and have had to deal with insurance, estimates, etc. My computer also decided to die last night, so I had to ship it off to Apple and won't have it back until next week.

Anyway, I have had time to work on the front of the Skull Vest for the MAN-ALONG. I knitted a few rows last night while watching the final Amazing Race! (By the way, I am so glad Chip and Kim won and not that jerk-face Colin and his spineless girlfriend Christy.) I was a bit nervous using such small yarn and using smaller needles, but it's not that bad. I have another three inches to go until I begin the skull pattern, which I am really excited about. My mother gave me some good tips about intarsia knitting... she used to knit argyle sweaters for my dad!

Comments

[Becky]

Skully Vest is looking good!

I've begin my husband's Manly Jacket! One sleeve down, one sleeve/one back piece/two front pieces to go. Plus, it's got a zipper. THE ZIPPER. A kir royal will be in order when I put in the zipper, mind you.

Thanks for hosting the knitalong. It's nice to have the knitting company. I think I'll actually have this done before Christmas for a change!

[Cece]

I've made barely any progress on my Felted Vest for the man-a-long... do you get Knitters? I fell in love with the Cape Point pattern - with AWESOME Manos Del Uruaguy yarn. Anyway - not only is that taking up knitting time - but it uses the same size needles as the vest (size 10 for me the get gauge) - so I actually stole the needles from the vest for the Cape.

Bad Cece. Hope you car (and yourself!) are OK after the fender bender.

Your skully vest looking great. I love the tweediness of the yarn. The cream specks will set off the skull really well! Can't wait to see it completed.

I decided to start with the sleeves of the basket weave pullover, but have only made a couple inches of progress. The pattern is interesting and am enjoying knitting it.

Hope everyone else is doing well with their Man-Along project!

[Lauren]

I'm so glad they won too. I couldn't stand Brandon and Nicole either. Colin proposed to Christy this morning. I guess they belong with each other.

[D R E W]

thanks, debbie! the photo above was shot on a batik blanket-sheet type thing that i got at urban outfitters. most of the other backgrounds i use are either random fabic samples or duvet covers from ikea.

[D R E W]

the best colin quote is, "my ox is broken." what a moron.

[Debbie]

I just wanted to tell you that I love the backgrounds for your pictures. You must have the most amazing collection of sheets or something.

Can't wait to see the makings of a yarn skull!

Debbie

[Tami]

I am enjoying your blog. That Skull Vest is too cool for words. I can't wait to see how it turns out. I watched the end of Amazing race last night and am also so glad it was Chip & Kim that won out of the three teams left at the end. Colin and Kristy are so wacked, they were made for each other. My hubby and I have started saying qotes from Colin at random moments. Like we will shout "I'm Packing It!"

[Lana]

hey there... great site you have here! Just came across it while checking out another blog.

I love the chick cami you've done!!!! The striped pattern is awesome!!! ^_^

I'll be sure to check back...lots of goodies here on your site!!! ^_^

lana

wow, mishka, that's really coming along! yay!

i'll see you tonight.

kiss,
d