Warming up the Toes
This has been a very cold January with frequent days of snow, a constant front of arctic air and a few days of blue skies. Thankfully there has been little sign of the usual inversions, the day after day of gloom we hate. The few blue sky days we had have been very welcome, even if they are colder than cloudy days. Today it should be snowing to beat the band.
At this time of year I'm very grateful to have a drawer full of hand knit socks, wool socks, warm socks, (and fleece lined Merrell clogs don't hurt either). It's a rare day I don't wear both socks and clogs.
Even with a drawer full of socks, it's always thrill to finish a new pair. Especially a pair that was as much fun to knit, and is made of such fabulous yarn as this pair. This might be the most unique of all colorways I've knit with to date and I love it. The pattern and color share organic qualities and that's pretty cool, too. You can read in Friday's post just how much I love the pattern and the yarn…nothing has happened over the weekend to change that. In fact, I love them more simply because they are on my feet! (Happy feet!)
Pattern: Leaf Lace Sock, designed by Susan in Vogue Knitting Ultimate Sock Book
Yarn: Kim's Woolen Rabbit Sock Yarn, Rosemary and Thyme
Needles: DPN Bamboo 1.5
Time to Knit: 1-11-08 - 1-18-08
Modifications: Leg and foot made longer.
I'll be away from the computer all day which means I may not have a post ready for tomorrow. See you Wednesday.
ETA 7:00am: Seven inches of snow have fallen since 3:00am and it's still coming down hard.
Those are nice! Hope you start seeing more blue skies!
Posted by: Carol | January 21, 2008 at 04:23 AM
That is one of her colorways that I have wanted to try! It is beautiful. The socks are just perfect.
Posted by: Donna B | January 21, 2008 at 04:49 AM
Beautiful socks! I especially love the colorway.
Posted by: Jenny | January 21, 2008 at 05:41 AM
Beautiful colors, and great pattern match.
Posted by: Laurie | January 21, 2008 at 05:50 AM
OOOHHH...pretty colors.
Posted by: Sarah HB | January 21, 2008 at 05:54 AM
Your socks turned out wonderfully. I love the colors and the picot cuff.
Posted by: Tina | January 21, 2008 at 06:15 AM
Hey! I was thinking of casting on for those same socks with Kim's yarn as well! Maybe tonight. Or tomorrow. or....
Posted by: Teresa C | January 21, 2008 at 06:18 AM
I've been complaining about the cold this January, but I'm very glad that we haven't had the endless inversion that we did last year. There's fresh snow on the ground here in western Weber County already this morning.
I hope the fact that you're away from the computer today means that you're out doing something fun on the holiday. Enjoy!
Posted by: Nicole | January 21, 2008 at 06:25 AM
Those are stunning socks!! Hope you're doing something fun today.
Posted by: Chris | January 21, 2008 at 06:29 AM
Oh my.....that pattern is wonderful!! Once I finish all of my single sisters, I'm thinking this just might have to be my next pair. Susan's pattern is just beautiful!
Posted by: Kim | January 21, 2008 at 06:35 AM
beautiful - the pattern & yarn play very well together. Keep those toes warm!
Posted by: heather | January 21, 2008 at 06:40 AM
Wool socks are a must in January. Beautiful wool socks are a bonus. These are simply gorgeous! Stay warm.
Posted by: Wool Winder | January 21, 2008 at 06:53 AM
Beautiful socks! That's one of my favorite patterns too.
Posted by: Kelly | January 21, 2008 at 06:55 AM
Those are beautiful!
Posted by: jillian | January 21, 2008 at 08:18 AM
Dude, can you knit in your sleep? Cause it seems every day there is a new finished knitty thing over here.
You, my dear, are making the rest of us look lame.
;-)
Posted by: claudia | January 21, 2008 at 08:31 AM
Very Nice! Those socks look like the colors of a Spring garden. Especially welcome right about now!
Posted by: Margaret | January 21, 2008 at 08:48 AM
Crazy snow, eh?
Those socks are fantastic! I hope you'll be modeling them tomorrow. Unless you're already wearing them right now, of course!
Posted by: Heather Joins The Round | January 21, 2008 at 08:56 AM
Lovely socks, and even prettier in person!
Posted by: Cheryl S. | January 21, 2008 at 09:21 AM
Oh I adore the socks and especially Kim's wonderful color, it is even better knitted then in the skein (I still remember your post about it). 7" and still coming hard, Oh I am so jealous, I want snow here too,,, LOL
Posted by: Rachel | January 21, 2008 at 09:25 AM
Beautiful socks! Stay safe and warm!
Posted by: Jennifer | January 21, 2008 at 09:44 AM
And how wrong is it that the stores are already displaying bikinis for summer?!
Your socks, on the other hand, are just gorgeous and appropriate for January.
Posted by: Kathy in San Jose | January 21, 2008 at 10:23 AM
there is something wonderful about having hand knit wool socks on a cold wintery day. that pair is absolutely lovely.
Posted by: marti | January 21, 2008 at 11:10 AM
What beautiful colors!
Posted by: janna | January 21, 2008 at 11:24 AM
mmmm.....that rosemary and thyme is calling my name....
Posted by: debbie | January 21, 2008 at 11:37 AM
You know, I love your rocks. Just sayin'.
Posted by: Amanda | January 21, 2008 at 11:52 AM
Your socks are very pretty! How do you lock the Vogue sock book? Is it a must have?
Posted by: Kristy | January 21, 2008 at 11:56 AM
Ohhhh, I loved that colorway when you gifted it to someone else. seeing it knit up is even more beautiful. Great marriage of sock yarn and pattern. Enjoy your day off.
Posted by: Wanda | January 21, 2008 at 12:09 PM
Enjoy the snow and your new socks!
Posted by: Sarah | January 21, 2008 at 12:09 PM
I LOVE THIS YARN AND COLOR TOO! I'm making a pair of socks for a friend using the same yarn and color but in the Hedgerow pattern. so soft and so pretty. I may have to try this yarn in the leaf lace sock as well!
polly
Posted by: Polly | January 21, 2008 at 12:26 PM
I hope you are having a fun holiday weekend and look forward to hearing from you in the week to come - stay warm!!
Posted by: Birdsong | January 21, 2008 at 12:41 PM
Those are so beautiful, and I love your word "organic" to describe the synchronicity (is that a word? spellcheck does not like it) between yarn and pattern.
Posted by: Norma | January 21, 2008 at 12:42 PM
Splendid socks. Are you ensconced by the fire, knitting away on a new pair? I hope so.
Posted by: Lucia | January 21, 2008 at 01:00 PM
Gorgeous socks..yummy colors~
Posted by: Dianne | January 21, 2008 at 03:07 PM
I love the colors!!
Posted by: scoutj | January 21, 2008 at 04:12 PM
splendid
Posted by: marie in florida | January 21, 2008 at 06:38 PM
the fit is wonderful - such beauty on your toes. It brings a big smile.
snow. I think I'm jealous.
Posted by: Teyani | January 21, 2008 at 11:45 PM
Beautiful. Hand knit wool socks are just thing for cold days!
Posted by: Barb | January 22, 2008 at 01:25 AM
Love them!
Posted by: Manise | January 22, 2008 at 04:40 AM
Those are such pretty socks, Margene. I got to wear my Kureyon vest and CTH socks with my Merrell fleece clogs yesterday. It is NOT 70 in Alabama anymore.
Posted by: paula | January 22, 2008 at 01:08 PM
Those are gorgeous!
Posted by: Laura | January 24, 2008 at 12:34 PM