Ombré Scarf Progress

I have had a really long weekend, and ended up cooking for a surprise party on Saturday, and a Baby Shower on Sunday.  I didn't even get a stitch in.  How sad.

So, this morning I decided to pick up something quick and easy.  I added the 5th skein to the Ombre scarf, and knit through about half of it.  The scarf is currently at 60 inches.  The complete end of my tape measure.

I have 1 more skein to add to this.  This is turning out to be such a beautiful scarf.  The pattern is very easy, but the texture of the scarf looks much more sophisticated than an "easy scarf".

Here is how it looks all rolled up.

Happy Knitting!!!!  

WIP Wednesday - Fitting Tight vs. Fitting Right

I have been making good progress on my Grandpa Cardigan. I got to the point where I am 1 cable cross away from starting the ribbing.

But all that glitters isn't always gold. I decided to try it on and was not entirely happy with the result. 

If I can see the imprint of my arm, it is definitely too tight. Eeeeeek.

So, here I am faced with inevitably having to rip out 3 days worth of knitting. I seriously need to finish this sweater by October 17th. And when I say finished, I mean all of the finishing. It must be completely ready for Rhinebeck. 

I had 1 more skein that I used to complete the ribbing of the body. I decided to use that to cast on the other sleeve in the bigger size. 

I actually have made it to the shaping portion of the sleeve now. I feel like it's smooth sailing from here because it actually fits correctly now. 

Another project on the needles..... The scarf for J. 

I sent him this picture and he is happy with the progress. This is almost to the end of skein # 2.  I have been lucky enough to have a skein that began with the same color as the skein that ended. A little water and friction from my hands joined them together seamlessly. You gotta love natural fibers.