Autumn Works

I have two favorite moments in the year - When fall starts, and when spring starts. At this moment, fall is beggining to say hello. I can't wait for the cold to show up as well!

Since mother's day is in may, I already started mom's present - a pair of hand knit socks, which she has been asking for me to make her a pair since last year. It's about time!

Right now, I'm on sock number 2. Got all the ribbing done on easter and I'm working on the cuff.

I have to say, I love this yarn. Mom loves blue (just like me) so it was a no brainer choosing this one for her.

Also, there's my blanket! I decided to make 12 squares, plus border. 9 squares down, 3 more to go! I will probably start joining them this week. I plan on using slip stitches and join them on the back, but we'll see how that goes!

So many pretty colors... I think it's going to look very cool when it's done.

And here, a little bit of autumn (or fall!) to you all

Love, Tina

I Miss the Sun!

Sun, where art thou? Honestly, since june, the only thing that happens here is rain rain and more rain. And while I do love a afternoon of rain, cold, knitting and tea, this is waay too much!

In any case, because of all this rain, I'm staying at home a lot more time. And what does that mean? Knitting/crocheting, of course!

I finished a set of crocheted coasters... For a friend. I will only post photos when she gets them! ;D

Little sis sock is coming along nicely... And I love, love the colors this yarn has. It's bright, fun, funky!

Also, for the first time ever, I did some knitting colorwork in the roud, for a baby hat. And it was not only easy - It was also lots of fun. Can't wait to start more complicated projects, with lots of color.

Something else that was pretty cool this last week - I went to the bookstore and while looking at the books and magazines, I found this wonderful spanish craft magazine! Ganchillo is a collection of the best knitting/crochet patterns from Labores del Hogar... My spanish is no longer rusty! (Yes, brazilian people do not speak spanish - I honestly don't know why so many people would think that, hahaha :) ) There are so many beautiful patterns and ideas inside - A treat!

Now, all I need is a bit of sun to make things perfect.

Love, Tina

My first pair of socks

Back in april, I really wanted to learn how to knit socks. To me, it was the most complicated thing to knit in this world. Just the tought of making a heel made me shudder!

Then in may I learned about the Sockalong - Met wonderful people, made great new friends, but socks were still a dauting task for me.

But a few weeks ago, things just clicked. And the knitting went pretty much without any trouble at all! My problem at the moment? Kitchener stitch. But I have faith. One day... One day I will master that thing.

Now, not only I have my first pair, I'm already starting a new one, and very happy about it! When you are able to do something you thought it was almost impossible, you feel amazing. :)

I'm also working on a cable cowl, and making a gift for grandma, while I create different color combos for new mandalas.

Crafting life sure is the best one!

Love, Tina

Socks!

Everytime I went to a LYS, I was stunned by the beauty of colors that some yarns had. They were called sock yarn and were fabulous.

But... knitting a sock? That HAD to be hard. Seriously. Dpns, magic loop.... Way too much for my brain! 

Until I heard about a "sockalong". It sounded promising! So I found Christine's blog, "Winwick Mum". And let me tell you... This woman is wonderful. The instructions are so clear even a 5 year old can follow them.

The face of concentration. No, I don't use makeup at home... I was waiting my mom to get ready to go out. I have "one more row" syndrome!

And so... Here I am! Trying very hard, because dpns, my friend... I feel like I am trying to hug an octopus. But I have to see the pattern from the yummy yarn I bought specially for this occasion develop. And my mom says she REALLY wants those socks. *Hand knitted socks... and sweaters... crocheted decoration items for the home... I love this woman to death but she overwhelms me with crafty requests! :D * 

Also, let me brag a little: See this "tube" looking thing? Is my needle holder. Wanna know who made that for me? My grandma! :D She is such a talented lady... All handpainted by herself. She gave me last christmas and I'm in love.

All those details... Perfection. <3 

Next thing I am sure to do? A crocheted sock! :)

Love, Tina