Many of you know that JB and I will be vacationing over Christmas this year. We aren't doing gifts, but I was unable to just stop them cold turkey. And am sending The Musical One off to spend the holidays with The Princess with stockings for them both. Just after Thanksgiving, I informed JB that I was doing that.
The only thing that allows us to take a 2 week vacation with 4 dogs is
Miss L. Miss L. stays at the house, taking care of the dogs just like we would. Her family lives close so she won't miss Christmas with her family, either.
Anyway - JB asked if I was leaving a stocking at the house for Miss L. Opps! So, I immediately went shopping in the sock yarn stash and searing through my
Ravelry Queue. I decided upon the
charade pattern. I had a fair amount of the semi-solid pink left over from my
girly-girl socks. Certainly enough to make a pair of socks for a narrow size 7 1/2!
So, I grabbed a long circular size US 0 needle and got started. However, I decided to alternate the pattern so that it traveled around the sock rather than creating a rib.
The pattern is easy to see - simple 4 stitch repeat. This yarn is lovely and I love these socks so much that I want to keep them! But I wouldn't have enough time to get another pair made for Miss L. before we leave. Bummer!
The only thing that allows us to take a 2 week vacation with 4 dogs is Miss L. Miss L. stays at the house, taking care of the dogs just like we would. Her family lives close so she won't miss Christmas with her family, either.
Anyway - JB asked if I was leaving a stocking at the house for Miss L. Opps! So, I immediately went shopping in the sock yarn stash and searing through my Ravelry Queue. I decided upon the charade pattern. I had a fair amount of the semi-solid pink left over from my girly-girl socks. Certainly enough to make a pair of socks for a narrow size 7 1/2!
So, I grabbed a long circular size US 0 needle and got started. However, I decided to alternate the pattern so that it traveled around the sock rather than creating a rib.
The pattern is easy to see - simple 4 stitch repeat. This yarn is lovely and I love these socks so much that I want to keep them! But I wouldn't have enough time to get another pair made for Miss L. before we leave. Bummer!
I can see the rib pattern in your close up. Those are some really pretty socks! I for one will miss you while you're gone. Hope you soak up lots of sun!
ReplyDeleteOh Galen - I am so sorry to hear about Abby. I hope the issues resolve for the best before your vacation. Our Sadie has us worried and will break our hearts before too long. Big hugs to you and I really hope for the best.
ReplyDeleteI also hope you & JB have a wonderful vacation.
Susan
What did the vet say about Abby? I kept meaning to call, and prolly will later, but if you start blubbing, I'll start blubbing, and I'm not equipped today.
ReplyDeleteThe socks are rockin' cute, but my feet are waaaay fatter. Just sayin. C
I'm calling you now. My cell phone somehow turned itself off while recharging. Dang!
ReplyDeleteWhat a LOVELY gift for Miss L., who is worth her weight in GOLD. Would you mind sending her out to NY when you get back from your cruise??? I need a vacation!!!
ReplyDeleteThose socks will be a wonderful gift. I love the pattern you're using. :-) Have fun on your vacation!
ReplyDeleteThe socks are lovely. How is Miss Abby doing?
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