Today is one of those days when I just want to hide away and do something other than the things I have to do. But, since that's not really possible, I just thought I'd get a quick post in and get back to work.
My uncle and his wife had their baby girl last week! I've been a slowpoke with my gift knitting; unlike my sister, who finished an entire set (sweater, socks, and hat) over a month ago. But, I think I will send them (1) the cropped placket-neck pullover, (2) the first cable-edged bib and (3) a pair of baby shoes I began last night. An odd assortment of gifts, I know, since nothing matches...
While I worked on the first shoe this morning, I was suddenly struck with an idea for an original baby shoe pattern... With a simple little cabled stitch... Maybe it'll be a mary-jane... I would use some short-rows for shaping... (Still on that kick!) This contributed to my edginess this morning... I just want to go home and draw this idea out. Will it work? Will it be as cute as it looks in my mind's eye? When will I get to it!?
Also, I have one more reason for excitement. I finally sent my cat sweater, Blush, to Deb—and she just quickly im-ed me to tell me that she loves it. And, even better, it fits [her sphinx] Piglet! (It could be longer, I'll keep that in mind for the next two sweaters.) Now, I feel so much more motivated to finalize the pattern.
Picture-less posts are a drag, I know. But, the pictures I wanted to add were all quite awful (they were taken this morning on the train and with my phonecam). So, instead, I'll leave you with progress on the Waterlily top. Since taking this picture, I've finished the front bodice and only have the back to knit.
