Rainy rain, rain

The rain is pelting down sideways in Newcastle today. Lucky for me I'm at home and can work on some woolly projects. Recently I finished a winter white heavy duty blanket that I use specifically for keeping warm on the couch. I knitted it in moss stitch using 20 ply wool called 'Fuel' from Morris Yarns.

I finished a quick slouchy beanie today that I knitted using some left over Alpaca yarn from Pickles. It is gorgeous, soft, and warm and was a success out in the the rain!

Winter solstice approaches

It's always a good day when I open the mail box to find a package of wool. Today I received my latest shipment from Pickles. I purchased a kit containing merino wool from a Uraguay outfit, 'Abuelita Yarns', and a pattern for a great sweater 'Good-morning sweater'. I love this, and the yellow looks sensational, though it's not a colour I could wear. I chose a more subdued violet shade (see picture). I'm so glad it's winter!