Finishing so many projects not only feels good, but gives me permission to start new ones - perhaps the best part about knitting. There's really nothing like starting a new project - even though I try to keep my startitis in check these days, I really love the feeling of casting on for something new that excites me. Here's what's currently on the needles: 1. Super secret sparkly cowl! I can't show you the particulars, but I'm working on a new sparkly cowl design using The Wool Dispensary's Useful Irradiant. 2. Socks! I started these while in Phoenix, and over this past weekend I finished the first sock and started #2! The pattern is based on Judy Sumner's Kyoto Socks from Knitted Socks East and West (I'm just using the chart, since the pattern is for a different weight of yarn). I got this yarn (Trekking XXL) at the Sweatshop of Love Holiday Party/yarn swap last December! 3. Laceweight Shawl! Wait a second....after that last lacy sh...
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