July projects

[oregonpachey]

I finished these socks a couple of days ago, but honestly my time has been spent dyeing yarn, labeling and listing items in my new Etsy shop.

The two yarns are my favorites: Campfire and Sunset

What is everyone else working on?

[aprilsails]

Can you pm me your shop? I would love to take a look.

[oregonpachey]

I don't mind saying it here. It's Beaver State Yarn on Etsy.

[cmeon]

So pretty, oregonpachey ! Are these one-of-a-kinds, single dye-lots, or are you planning to repeat colorways?

These minis were my latest batch, I've broken into 3 balls already (the anticipation for HOW DOES IT KNIT UP is almost excruciating). I actually have a perfectly functional ball winder, but balling up these little tiny skeins by hand is how I self medicate, LOL. So mind numbing and peaceful. These are all for me of course, I either love something too much to let it go, or hate it too much to foist on the world (not conducive to running a business haha).

I

[oregonpachey]

cmeon I plan on repeating some colors. I took extensive notes that I could recreate if needed.

[oregonpachey]

Jul 7, 2021 9:54:41 GMT -5 cmeon said:

So pretty, oregonpachey ! Are these one-of-a-kinds, single dye-lots, or are you planning to repeat colorways?

These minis were my latest batch, I've broken into 3 balls already (the anticipation for HOW DOES IT KNIT UP is almost excruciating). I actually have a perfectly functional ball winder, but balling up these little tiny skeins by hand is how I self medicate, LOL. So mind numbing and peaceful. These are all for me of course, I either love something too much to let it go, or hate it too much to foist on the world (not conducive to running a business haha).

I

OMG gorgeous!  I love the pink and green one in the bottom middle of the first picture.

[sandandsea]

I made this paracord bracelet for my young niece. It was Super easy and turned out cute. I’m working on a sailor knot bracelet for myself but keep restarting since it’s not going perfectly as I’m still learning.

[aprilsails]

I finished some snazzy socks!

I started these three months back and they are finally finished. I have been the slowest knitter ever during COVID since it is my passenger seat road trip activity so this is actually fairly impressive.

[aprilsails]

And I have finally made an absolutely perfectly fitting bra. It’s based off of the free Maya pattern from AFI Atelier and this one is perfect. I only lined the lower cup with cut and sew foam to make it more breathable for summer. The cradle is also all stabilized netting and lace. So far, no boob sweat!


It is so hard to take a good photo of a bra!

[cmeon]

aprilsails, that bra is beautiful! I am impressed, inspired, and a little jealous that you are in possession of a perfect bra!

[mala]

aprilsails, damn

[aprilsails]

Jul 8, 2021 7:45:19 GMT -5 cmeon said:

aprilsails, that bra is beautiful! I am impressed, inspired, and a little jealous that you are in possession of a perfect bra!

It was my 5th attempt at an underwire bra. It definitely took some effort to get here, and so many YouTube videos.

[oregonpachey]

aprilsails that is impressive!

[mala]

Finished a new every-day bag. A littler smaller than I really wanted, but probably plenty of space. There are a ton of pockets. Vinyl and Quilting cotton on the exterior, waterproof canvas on the interior.

[aprilsails]

I love the fabric and I am impressed by your pockets mala! That is a super useful and great looking bag.

[mrspez07]

I’ve been messing with this quilt up on the wall for months. Finally added another section, to make it a bit longer than the “throw” dimensions of the pattern. Still not done messing around with it tho. I think there is too much contrast in my blue greens/blues making it feel less fading and more scatter. Any opinions or feedback?

[mala]

Trying to get decent pictures, damn white balance is throwing me off.

[shortcake2675]

I’ve started on ornaments significantly earlier this year than most. [mention]mala [/mention] I am also having issues with white balance.

[wowhead]

This just came off the rack. I can’t wait to frame it and hang it. 

[Michelle]

mala the watermelon ones look good enough to eat. shortcake2675 I adore the covid one with the needle - is that all embroidered design? It is so precise! wowhead - that is hilarious.

[shortcake2675]

Jul 19, 2021 12:06:32 GMT -5 Michelle said:

mala the watermelon ones look good enough to eat. shortcake2675 I adore the covid one with the needle - is that all embroidered design? It is so precise! wowhead - that is hilarious.

Yep! All machine embroidered. I also finished digitizing and stitching this one yesterday.
Currently trying to decide how early to start taking orders. Last year I got swamped.

[Michelle]

Jul 19, 2021 14:30:42 GMT -5 shortcake2675 said:

Jul 19, 2021 12:06:32 GMT -5 Michelle said:

mala the watermelon ones look good enough to eat. shortcake2675 I adore the covid one with the needle - is that all embroidered design? It is so precise! wowhead - that is hilarious.

Yep! All machine embroidered. I also finished digitizing and stitching this one yesterday.
Currently trying to decide how early to start taking orders. Last year I got swamped.

hahahahaha!

Unfortunately for me, 2021 has meant more trials and tribulations than 2020. I need an ornament that has 1.5 stars and says, "Getting worse. Who am I, Job?" But then again, I don't want to tempt fate. I'm just going to keep my head down and KOKO.

[mala]

Y'll, I just opened the website. AAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[shortcake2675]

Jul 23, 2021 11:10:28 GMT -5 mala said:

Y'll, I just opened the website. AAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Yay! Would you share it?

[mala]

Jul 23, 2021 13:12:24 GMT -5 shortcake2675 said:

Jul 23, 2021 11:10:28 GMT -5 mala said:

Y'll, I just opened the website. AAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Yay! Would you share it?

For a limited time since my full name and address are tied to the shop for legal and tax reasons

scuttlebuttsoap.com

[shortcake2675]

[mention]mala [/mention] love the all the different soaps!

[pooh8402]

So many pretty yarns in here! 😍

[sandandsea]

Jul 23, 2021 15:55:22 GMT -5 shortcake2675 said:

[mention]mala [/mention] love the all the different soaps!

Agree they’re all so beautiful!!

[Captain Catnip]

I realize now it's August but oh well.

I got a new job, so hopefully instead of sad and stressed I can start knitting again and being happy. I'm going to try to make the radiating star blanket for an upcoming baby, but tried to cast on 4x and had issues. A friend sent me slow motion instructions I'm going to try later on.

[wowhead]

Aug 7, 2021 20:04:54 GMT -5 Captain Catnip said:

I realize now it's August but oh well.

I got a new job, so hopefully instead of sad and stressed I can start knitting again and being happy. I'm going to try to make the radiating star blanket for an upcoming baby, but tried to cast on 4x and had issues. A friend sent me slow motion instructions I'm going to try later on.

I have to start every project 3 times. And don’t let it be a sweater knitted in pieces because I have to start each piece 3 times. It drive me insane!