Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Yarn Along

photo by Callie


I finally finished Callie's beret.  She loves it!  Kate has asked for one too, but I would like some hand warmers for myself, so she will have to wait.  Except for my first hat, I haven't made anything for myself, so I told her she had to wait her turn since she had two hats and two sweaters.  I'm just thrilled that they like the things I make and want more.  I'm also thrilled to have something to work on while at ballet and 4H meetings.  Those times and in the car are the main times that I knit and it's nice to have something to do.  I'm not too good at reading at those times.  I can't seem to focus when there are a lot of other things going on.

I am still reading As Always, Julia: The Letters of Julia Child and Avis Devoto.

Callie and I have been reading Gentle Ben by Walt Morey.  I had never heard of this book, but it was recommended by Ambleside so I thought we would try it.  This would be a classic example of not judging a book by it's cover.  I really wasn't sure if this would be a good fit for Callie, but we both love it.  It is very well written and I have really enjoyed it.  It would be a great book for learning about Alaska.  It is definitely worth getting and reading for boys or girls.
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6 comments:

  1. Jessica SnellFebruary 15, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    I always keep some knitting in my purse - usually something small like a sock or a glove - for when we're in the car and I'm not the one driving. It's amazing how much you can get done in those small bits of time here and there!

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  2. VictoriaFebruary 15, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    What a cute beret! Good for you for prioritizing a project for you! I, too, am terrible about making for others and never for myself!

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  3. karenFebruary 15, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    The beret is perfect! You did an excellent job :)

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  4. HurrayicFebruary 15, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    I remember Gentle Ben. Not well, but I remember at least the title. About a bear. Very sweet beret.

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  5. JenniferFebruary 15, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    My parents knew a woman who used to sit and knit in church (and she was the pastor's wife!), and sometimes I'm tempted to try it, too. I'll crochet anywhere I can get away with it, really.
    JNCL
    The Beauty of Eclecticism

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  6. GreerFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    The beret is lovely - such pretty colours.

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