Self striping watermelon sock yarn - with seeds!

This morning before work, I started a new project with hand dyed self striping watermelon sock yarn - with seeds from from knitpurlgurl on Etsy.com and a basic sock knitting pattern called Strike Up the Band Socks (knitting pattern) from Knitamazoo Fiber Arts, also on Etsy.com.

You might also enjoy more sockified reading: Tada Tuesday!

Hope your week is taking a turn toward the crafty side of life.
Happy holiday knitting...
Margaret (knitting past the rain and enjoying the magic of self striping yarn)

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What are you working on this week?

What are you working on this week?  Do you have any lingering WIP's to finish?  Perhaps a desire to put your needles and hooks to work on a charity project or new design? Here are a couple of projects I've been working on ...

Made for The Pink Slipper Project

These are slippers made for The Pink Slipper Project.  Three are adult and knit with one of the simple and fun basic slipper patterns ( Signature Worsted Weight Knit Slipper pattern designed by Rachel Terrill).

You'll find many fun slipper patterns to knit, crochet, or sew on the website.  The other, smaller slipper is for a child and was inspired by the free pattern from Polar Knit, Easy Family Slippers.  I used RedHeartSuperSaver worsted weight  in Turqua, Delft Blue, and Royal. As with all charity projects, please remember to check yarn requirements and instructions before you begin and always respect the pattern copyright.

My WIP, Sea Breeze Top, a free LionBrand Pattern

I'm back to working on my WIP, LionBrand crochet Sea Breeze Top after taking a few days away. It's really simple to make and goes quickly. I chose CottonEase in Violet for this project.  It's going to be soft and durable and a perfect addition to any summer wardrobe.  I'll be working on the straps soon.

Here's to finished projects, wip's and a much needed rainey afternoon.  Chocolate would be good too.

Margaret (wishing you find inspiration for your creative side today)

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