Knitting and Crochet: Old and New

It's been a long time since I've updated with knitting news.
So, here goes!

First off, we have Eric's socks. I started a pattern that did not work, frogged it, (or actually, Eric frogged it, and had a great time doing it too) and then started a new pattern. Eric loves them and I'm happy with them too. He wears them often, and shows them off at work :D


Then there's my caliometry, which I often wear in place of a hat because I often have my hair in a tied back, and well, hats just don't work that way. It keeps my ears warm and my head warm in the winter winds. Speaking of headwear. I also knit Eric's little brother a hat. It looks purple for some reason, but it's actually a dark charcoal grey.


Then, I finally finished Eve's flower scarf. It was supposed to be a Christmas gift, but I think I'll save it for her birthday this March. It's better for Spring anyway :D


During the Superbowl, I finished my Ice Queen wimple. It's soooooo warm and wonderful. I wear it up over my head when I'm doing morning duty in the snow with the kids, or down around my neck like a collar when about town. It has beads!! It's a gorgeous color and yummy fuzzy mohair. I adore it. Plus, it matches the new coat Eric's mom got me for Christmas.


Finally, Drizzt is at last finished! Well, almost. I sent him off anyway. I'm not happy with the clothes, but I didn't have time to make any new ones. At first, I didn't want to invest in any new yarn, and wanted to use up some cheap acrylic I had lying around the house. Now, I wish I had used something more appropriate, and with better colors. I hope to still make new clothes and send them off. Not a priority right now, though. I took some pics of him in the snow, which were added to the gallery on Lavender Eyes. But here's a pic of him ready to be mailed, in his travel box.
If you don't already know, this doll is to be a Traveling Drow to be sent all over the country, and maybe the world, as part of a project started by members of a fan site. www.lavendereyes.net

I painted a shoe box, and added a Guestbook for people to sign, as well as some other goodies. I hope people like him.

Oh, and I'm currently making some new socks for myself. Knit from super soft cashmere and merino wool. Lovely lovely lovely. I love the color, which is pink and purple and grey all at the same time. Easy pattern and fast to knit too. These should be ready to wear by Monday!

Okay, well that's all for now. I have other projects waiting to be cast on, but can you believe it?? I only have two WIP! I have these socks and my forever waiting Sesame sweater! Hopefully I can finish that while it's still cold enough to wear it!