Sometimes it takes longer than expected

These socks should have debuted here a couple of weeks ago. I took my time finishing them. Not because of "technical issues" but due to "life issues". It isn't easy to be present, mindful and resourceful when a loved one is under the clouds.  It required appearing to be stronger and putting knitting aside.

Eventually things move forward and one finishes some socks, wash and lay them to dry in the most awkward fashion! See the wrinkles?


 I love my socks, wrinkles included. Yarns & pattern can be found at my project page: here


I also finished plying the last four ounces of a deep stash Merino fiber. The three ply yarn is super soft and spongy. I suffered a "laziness attack" that prevented me to count the yardage. My not at all expert assessment says that I have enough for a shawl.





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  1. MaryseJune 12, 2015

    These socks are so nice! They really do have that little something that wrinkles can't take away!

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    1. MonicaJune 16, 2015

      Thanks Maryse. I had fun knitting the socks...you can't go wrong with those colors!

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  2. MaryseJune 12, 2015

    These socks are so nice! They really do have that little something that wrinkles can't take away!

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  3. L'Atelier Fibre LaineJune 13, 2015

    Waouh! Love your picture and your handspun yarn

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    1. MonicaJune 16, 2015

      Thanks for stopping by and for your comment! I love combining my hobbies of spinning, knitting and photography. There is never a dull moment around here :-)

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  4. ChristineJune 13, 2015

    Very pretty Monica! I love the way that yarn stripes so nicely. I want to try the after thought heel...it really looks good with the grey heel.

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    1. MonicaJune 16, 2015

      Thanks Christine! I was concerned about pooling on the heel...then I remembered that I had the exact same yarn in a solid color. Voila! For me, the afterthought heel is like knitting another toe. The only caution is to know where to end the sock. But the (free) pattern I used gave directions on that. Have a great week.

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  5. samJune 13, 2015

    I hope everything is ok x
    The socks are fabulous, and that handspun, oh my! Every time I see handspun, it makes me want to pick up a new hobby. The colors in this are beautiful xxx

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    1. MonicaJune 16, 2015

      Thanks for your comment Sam! Really appreciate it. I vote for you to join me on the spinning journey :-)

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  6. Andi GJune 14, 2015

    I hope the cloud leaves you very soon. Sending you love!
    Those socks are beyond beautiful.

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    1. MonicaJune 16, 2015

      Thanks for your concern and for the love, my dear friend. That you think my socks are nice is a great compliment...you know who enabled me to knit socks... :-)

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  7. Kat RiddellJune 15, 2015

    Those socks look incredible :) I love those colors together. I also really love that handspun-it would definitely make a lovely shawl.

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    1. MonicaJune 16, 2015

      You are so sweet. Thank you! I need to spend a few more hours in Rav looking for a pattern (there is always an excuse to spend even more time online). Have a great week.

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  8. UnknownJune 24, 2015

    Those socks are great! Have you cast on your next pair yet? Knitting socks is my weakness... :)

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  9. DianeJuly 05, 2015

    Love these socks, especially the perfectly contrasting toe and heel. Oh and love that last bit of yarn you've teased us with at the end of the post.

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