02 January 2015

Ludlow it is! ~ by guest blogger willyg

What can I say? I wanted an excuse to be a part of the knitalong, even though common sense tells me I really don't have the time. Y'all are that lovely, I just had to join in.  I caved at the last minute and switched from my initial thoughts to opt in favor of a simple knit-purl scarf. After all, I have nine skeins of Loft in the Tent colorway, and I could really use simple right now. And large needles wouldn't hurt, either.

You see, life's been kinda hectic. Why does it always seem hectic? Oh, that's right. I decided to knit lace blankets for my family Christmas gifts!

Since I don't have a pretty photo of the yarn and pattern to show you, I'm gonna offer up a couple pictures of the Girasole I finished earlier this year.



I'm still plodding through the border of my second Leaves of Grass (remember that?), and am almost there! When I finish it, I will be done with Christmas 2014, haha!

So, yes, simple knitting at a large gauge is good. I tend to do more complicated projects all the time, and I'm hoping that working on "mere knits and purls" will be a good exercise in simplicity. Can you tell I need it? 

While I may not be the most talkative fellow in the group, know that I'll be feeding off your beautiful writing and pictures, and knitting myself to sanity.  

Happy New Year!

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18 comments:

  1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitJanuary 2, 2015 at 9:02 PM

    hello old friend! good to have you back in our space, even if you've chosen to just 'knit and purl' this time around ;P

    thanks for the Girasole inspiration!! ~ you are amazing to knit huge lace for gifts ~ how do I get on that list?!

    you aren't the most talkative but I always look forward to your posts when you feel the desire to share ~ welcome back, Will!!



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    1. willygJanuary 4, 2015 at 4:55 PM

      Easy...just be born into my family!
      I'm especially thrilled by your bright green Girasole in that lovely Peace Fleece. Thanks for letting me play along!

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    2. Melissa ~ twoknitwitJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:08 AM

      you are ALWAYS welcome...you know that :)

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  2. AndeeJanuary 3, 2015 at 6:40 AM

    Will your Girasole is stunning! It is so fun to have your around!!!

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  3. Kelly LightbeamJanuary 3, 2015 at 7:13 AM

    I remember when your post about how you sisters were totally knitworthy, and that you were planning to knit huge projects for each of them. Talk about coming full circle! Keep up the good work, and I can't wait to see your Ludlow!

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    1. willygJanuary 4, 2015 at 4:52 PM

      Thanks for the reflection! It's fun to look back and see how far we've come. That's one of the blessings f participating in this KAL.

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  4. Kelli ~ OneknitwitJanuary 3, 2015 at 8:17 AM

    "Ya'll are that lovely," such heart-warming words .

    I too am in the, why is life so hectic? place... Ludlow is a simpler knit, with a calming affects I think you'll like.

    I was so close to ordering Loft tent, but I found 'stash' that I needed to use.

    I'm excited to see your progress.

    Who are or did you gift this Girasole too? It is beautiful.

    Nice to have you here.

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    1. willygJanuary 4, 2015 at 4:45 PM

      The Girasole went to my older sister. The Leaves of Grass I completed TODAY is going to my younger sister. (I totally wrapped it up and gave it to her with t b e needle still in it!)

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  5. Tracey ~ CloverJanuary 3, 2015 at 8:45 AM

    I have long been an admirer of Girasole and now seeing how stunning yours is really makes me want to cast on. Your knitting is just beautiful!
    Happy New Year Willy.

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  6. AndreaJanuary 3, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    Hi WillyG, nice to be knitting with you. I, too, am enjoying the calm patterning of Ludlow. You'll be in a good place for a while as you knit on this. Happy New Year. Your Girasole is stunning.

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    1. willygJanuary 4, 2015 at 4:50 PM

      Go Team Ludlow!

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    2. Melissa ~ twoknitwitJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:09 AM

      'Team Ludlow' - I like it!

      maybe my team could be the 'Girasole Girls' although that makes us sound geriatric :)

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  7. UnknownJanuary 3, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    I love the Girasole, Will. It's one of the prettiest I've seen. Thanks for sharing. :)

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    1. willygJanuary 4, 2015 at 4:48 PM

      Thanks, Penny. That's very kind of you. I'll blame it on the lovely park where I like to shoot my photos. The log was actually really helpful, as the blanket didn't like laying flat.

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  8. karenJanuary 4, 2015 at 3:08 PM

    gorgeous!! I might have to knit that one day :)

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    1. willygJanuary 4, 2015 at 4:49 PM

      Yes, it's a good one. Though my favorite is Leaves of Grass. Both are very satisfying knits.

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