July 30, 2010
Socks, Scarves, Shawls or Sweaters?
In Wednesday’s blog, I talked about how I have come to enjoy knitting shawlettes – those gorgeous little, unintimidating creations that use 350-450 yards of fingering weight yarn. I wonder how many people are now lace knitters, just because someone came up with smaller-sized patterns like this that pulled you in? Fun to do, relatively quick to finish, and great for gifts. Did you see the two shawlettes that Wendy designed, using our Loopy Ewe Solid Series? I just love them. (Wendy has so many pattern ideas in her brain that she makes this designing stuff look easy, and I know it’s so not!) It was fun to see her come up with Winter Morn (using the Silver Sage color) and Woodland Walk Shoulder Shawl (using the Hydrangea color). Now she says she has a 
colorwork sock pattern doodling around in her head for our color line (because she thinks our Solid Series is “wonderful” and she “loves the huge range of colors”. Yay!) I’m definitely looking forward to seeing the next pattern worked out, when it comes up in her queue.
Speaking of our Solid Series, are you participating in our Third Quarter Challenge? The goal is to knit something out of our new line, and I know a lot of you are working on it. We do have gift certificates to award for last quarter’s Challenge, now that the votes are in. The Reader’s Choice Award goes to Carol in MO for her Julia tank, made from Schaefer Audrey. We also drew two names for the randomly drawn winners, since we put the regular sweater challenge and the summer sweater challenge together. Those awards go to Patricia in OH for her Spidery Tank out of Universal’s Cotton Supreme, and Patricia in MT for her Cassidy out of Dream in Color Classy. All three winners get a $30 gift certificate to The Loopy Ewe. Thanks to everyone who participated with us. Everything turned out beautifully! On Monday, I’ll announce the winners of last week’s blog contest.
It was fun to read about the types of stash you have, on Wednesday’s blog. I liked Linda’s comment that when you stash yarn for a sweater, it counts as one “unit” in the stash, not 5 or 6 skeins. Of course. That makes so much sense. And I also liked Kathy’s comment that any yarn that has a plan attached to it (“this is going to be a February Sweater”) is not counted as stash. Stash is just the yarn without a commitment. This brings my stash into the completely reasonable amount category. In fact, I might need to add to it a bit….
Now I’m interested to know – what do you most enjoy knitting? Socks? Scarves? Shawls? Sweaters? (Or something that is not an “S” word?) Do tell.
Sheri wonderinghowintheheckitgottobetheendofJulyalready??
MicheleinMaine said,
July 30, 2010 @ 9:41 am
socks, shawls, and sweaters, in that order. not scarves, really. And I’m really enjoying making the Port Ludlow socks out of my Solid Series saffron!
Patricia said,
July 30, 2010 @ 9:43 am
Hooray! Thanks Sheri. The Loopy Ewe is my favorite LYS! And not just because I won a random drawing. You all are great at what you do there!
I enjoy knitting socks, fingerless mitts and hats. I do love a baby blanket thrown in there on occasion. I am trying to branch out to shawls though. They are on my list.
Thanks again,
Patricia in OH
Liz said,
July 30, 2010 @ 9:43 am
Yes…I love socks now that I have discovered the magic loop method…don’t know why this makes a difference…I have recently completed my first shawl..working on the second, and I just really enjoy trying and personalizing new patterns. Each new project is exciting to me. Sweaters are next… the fact that I love yarn just makes it ALL that much better!
Kelly S said,
July 30, 2010 @ 9:57 am
I like to knit lots of different things, but I think I get the most enjoyment out of knitting lace (especially shawls and wraps). Knitting lace is like knitting art to me. I feel accomplished that I could create something so beautiful and challenging. It is my favorite type of knitting!
Jane said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:01 am
Socks are still my favorite – my comfort knitting, but I also enjoy the challenge of lace in shawls/shawlettes. Fingerless mitts and hats are easy, quick, practical gifts.
KathyD said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:01 am
For me, there are three categories of favorite knitting:
1. Mindless (DH and I are driving for hours and chatting). A sweater in the round (garter stitch/rib/knit stitch)
2. BYE (Best yarn ever) A simple scarf and hat or shawl are too much fun when the yarn is so yummy I can’t keep my fingers out of it.
3. Mindful (esp useful when things are stressful) I plunge back into this lace scarf I am working on-requires concentration so I don’t think about the stressor.
Lynne E. said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:09 am
What I most enjoy knitting is anything challenging: charted lace, charted Fair Isle, charted intarsia, or any project utilizing a new-to-me knitting technique.
Em said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:10 am
I’m starting with socks, and like the prospect of being able to finish a project and have something to show soon!
Beverly said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:14 am
Definitely NOT scarves – or – as I prefer to call them – long, skinny rectangles. I’ve completed exactly one, the Noro striped scarf and that was because the yarn was so entertaining. I love knitting and designing socks and am in the testing phase of a new Houndstooth sock. I cast on for a second pair with your Solid Series too! Will post pics when I finish.
Channon said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:40 am
I’ve been on a shawl kick for well over a year now, but now that I have a shawl and a shrug to finish for August birthdays, I want to knit socks again. Socks are just the ideal travel project, especially in the summer.
SusanB-knits said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:42 am
I love knitting socks!! and then fingerless mitts/gloves, and then scarves. (oops, a non s-word slipped in). Socks and fingerless gloves are quick (instant gratification). I do like scarves but they take me a bit longer. I like shawls, get all excited about starting one but then they end up in the waiting pile so I can work on socks. AND I must knit me a sweater!! I’ve said that for two years now. I’ve knitted the gauge swatch and wound the yarn. But no, I haven’t started yet. I still have 3 pairs of socks on the needles and I’m thinking about starting the new sock pattern I got by Monica from the Loopy July Sock Club.
Dr. Jackie said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:43 am
Long long ago it was Icelandic sweaters. And Aran sweaters with lots of cables and twists. Then it was socks. Right now it’s lace. Have been doing shawls of all shapes (stoles, triangles, circles). Just finished swatching for a black silk lace jacket. I’ll let you know how that goes!
Laura said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:59 am
Whew! I am so relieved — by these new stash rules I have hardly any stash at all!! I guess that means I should by more treats to build up my “non-existant” stash
I think I prefer to knit shawls…socks are a close second though.
Lee said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:12 am
Oh, the stash rules are great. My stash just went down tremendously. Yay!
Also, I love socks for the speed and usability (though I always am afraid to wear my socks cause I don’t want to “ruin” them). Probably scarves/stoles next because the pattern-work with the lace is so amazing!
I’d like to add sweaters to the list… eventually. I’m not going to start a new project UNTIL I finish this sweater. *stamps foot*
Joannah said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:16 am
Socks.
And Sheri, EVERYBODY who works in education knows that today is NOT the end of July…tomorrow is. No need to rush us!
LittleWit said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:18 am
I like knitting gifts that people will really enjoy receiving.
Christy S. said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:19 am
LOVE knitting lace — whether it’s a shawl, socks, cardigan, or tea cozy. I’ll add it into a stockinette pattern just to get my kicks!
I like the stash philosophy where only uncommitted yarn counts. In that case, I’ve only got stash for single balls that are for looking at or touching, lace and sock weight yarns.
Alice said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:27 am
SOCKS are most definitely my go to item to knit. I love to wander around though and knit different things. Sweaters, shawls, and scarves I have definitely knit and I seem to go in stages as to what I want to knit, but socks definitely RULE! Currently I am knitting my new sock pattern, Port Ludlow, with some lovely Wollmeise both of which I got from TLE. Loving this pattern! Also have a sweater on the needles.
I absolutely need to add to my stash as per the new stash rules. My stash dwindled to next to nothing. hehehe…
Heather N said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:29 am
I love knitting Socks, Scarfs and Cowls.
Jean said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:49 am
Socks is the big think I like doing. I am getting in the shawl groove also. Found a farm that raises alpacas and they mill their wool here in Ohio. They were at the farmer’s market and I got hooked on their wool……..bought 4 skeins of black alpaca yarn. It will be a shawl before I know it. Plus hoodie sweaters is a problem for me………..I am on my second one.
What is a girl to do!??!!!
carol price said,
July 30, 2010 @ 11:55 am
What do I like best to knit – YARN – nice soft squishy yarn.
OHHHH you mean what type of item, I guess it is sweaters.
Carol
Kelly Winkleblack-Shea said,
July 30, 2010 @ 12:10 pm
Ah, the “S” word. Socks all the way!!!
Doris said,
July 30, 2010 @ 12:58 pm
Shawls and socks equally, then hats, thensweaters.
Gwen said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:01 pm
First, regarding the beautiful shawls in the pictures – do people actually wear them? They look so wonderful hanging there, I’d almost be afraid to wear them! If I made one, I’d probably hang it like artwork!
I always have a pair of socks going and a scarf going. My favorite thing to knit is what I am knitting at the time because I usually don’t start something unless I love it (whatever it is). I do like socks and scarves because they are portable.
Gwen
Cindy in Happy Valley said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:05 pm
Love Wendy’s “Woodland…” shawl. I could only wish my mind worked that way.
I started out as a sweater knitter (in the 80′s) but love to knit shawls, big and small, and I also love scarves (skinny shawls). I also have an unreasonable attachment to anything felted.
Robin said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:11 pm
I think I enjoy knitting anything from my handspun the most. I am addicted to socks and small shawls at the moment I think. I just finished a Shetland Triangle out of handspun and I am working on a Traveling Woman in handspun too.
Janice said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:13 pm
I still love socks and always have at least one pair on the needles. Right now I’m working on a pair for DH and there’s a pair for me that have been hibernating for way too long. For the past several months I’ve also been into shawls. There are two WIP shawls right not, a Shipwreck Shawl and a Multnomah which is very near completion. There are several projects lined up and ready to go: two sweaters, a sweater for my grandson, three (or more) shawls, and at least two socks. I just love to knit, it keeps me sane, or almost.
Ruth Anne said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:23 pm
Right now I am all about the triangle scarf/shawlette. If it’s technically a shawlette I still wear it like a scarf with the triangle in front and the ends wrapped around and back to the front.
Patty said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:27 pm
I like scarves. I’m learning to like shawls. I want to like socks.
Kay said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:35 pm
Since I took a two at a time magic loop class in March, 2007 my knitting passion has been socks. This year I seem to have branched out into shawls and shawlettes but the other two “S” words are seldom in my knitting vocabulary.
Mary Beth said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:57 pm
I get on stints with particular authors or designers.
I have been stuck on Elizabeth Zimmermann, Wendy Johnson, and right now I’m into Ann Kingstone’s work.
Marcia said,
July 30, 2010 @ 1:57 pm
Right now I LOVE the shawlettes. Once I figured out charts I just keep collecting the patterns and knitting one after another. Otherwise, I usually have socks on the needles. And, yes, I am so thankful for the smaller shawl patterns.
Allison said,
July 30, 2010 @ 2:08 pm
My favorite thing to knit is mittens! Having a unique set of mittens makes them very unlikely to get lost: even when my children have dropped them on the sidewalk they end up coming back to us. And unlike socks, they’re on display when worn (I’m a bit of a quiet show-off.)
Kathy said,
July 30, 2010 @ 2:09 pm
Here is a list in order of preference:
1. Tees (summer tops)
2. Felted oven mitts
3. Other felted items (bowls, eggs, etc)
4. Baby sweaters
5. Shawlettes
6. Scarves
7. Socks
Interestingly the most yarn type of have is sock weight which can be used for so many different things: socks, shawlettes, scarves, and even tees.
Jani said,
July 30, 2010 @ 2:10 pm
I like small things best – baby booties, toys, and fingerless gloves are my top choices, but I also like to knit hats, cowls, scarves, and socks . . . I’m working on my first ‘shawlette,’ though I’ll probably wear it like a scarf. Haven’t tried a adult-size sweater yet, but this may be my year!
Michelle said,
July 30, 2010 @ 2:31 pm
Hands down I love knitting sweaters best!
Patty L. said,
July 30, 2010 @ 2:46 pm
Baby booties/hats ..and I do a lot of scarves all for various charties
TMTTYRR said,
July 30, 2010 @ 2:55 pm
Hats. Definitely hats. I LOVE knitting hats! Which is a very good thing, as my dog LOVES eating my hats!
Next would probably be shawls/stoles/scarves. Then sweaters/vests. For crocheting, it’s bags (like, purses, not shopping bags), hats, and afghans for the top three. Though I’ve got some fantastic scarf and shawl patterns that I need to get working on.
Kay said,
July 30, 2010 @ 2:56 pm
Shawls for sure, scarves…..I have a ton of sock yarn is the stash and I bet less than 10% will ever get knitted into socks….so shawls and scarves!
Janet said,
July 30, 2010 @ 3:15 pm
Socks are the new favorite; on my third pair now. Small, quick, immediate gratification. I’ve seen some gorgeous sweater patterns, but truth is, I know I don’t have the attention span.
Carol said,
July 30, 2010 @ 3:16 pm
Cowls or neck warmers are fun because you can pick any weight yarn that you love and make a lovely item. Even though I gave a lot of them for gifts last year, I still have a drawer full of them!
AnneS said,
July 30, 2010 @ 3:19 pm
I love knitting lace. Shawl, scarf, sweater, as long as it is a lace pattern I love it. I’m more of a process knitter than a product-focused one.
Denise said,
July 30, 2010 @ 3:39 pm
I’m on a sweater kick lately. I started with socks, which were great to learn on, with a small commitment. Then scarves, and I have plenty of those, followed by shawls, which I really enjoyed for learning lace (and have a few UFO’s left). Now I do socks on a circular sock machine (talk about instant gratification- about two hours a pair), and love that I can now make sweaters long enough for me! (I’m 5’13″).
I still need to try hats. Good thing I live where there is snow for at least a few months of the year – plenty of excuse to knit warm things.
Hannah said,
July 30, 2010 @ 4:06 pm
Right now I like knitting shawls and crocheting blankets. I have knitted so many socks that I need a long break from them. Hats are nice to knit also. They are FAST.
Janet said,
July 30, 2010 @ 4:28 pm
Socks because they always get worn and I get a little thrill each and every time I successfully turn a heel and shape a gusset. I love the architecture of a sock. A close second is shawls, second only because they’re not quite as wearable as socks. But I’m thinking of exploring mittens and fingerless mitts this winter, and knitting more hats.
madonnaearth said,
July 30, 2010 @ 4:31 pm
I think socks appeal to me the most, because the rows go so much faster.
Followed by shawls. I hope one day to become attached to knitting sweaters. I am going to be making my first one this month. I set up a knit along on Ravelry for an August sweater knitalong. I am going to knit a beaded juliet sweater that’s been in my queue for a long time. I’m almost done stringing beads on the yarn.
Laura said,
July 30, 2010 @ 4:40 pm
I had to chuckle at your question: “I wonder how many people are now lace knitters, just because someone came up with smaller-sized patterns like this that pulled you in?” ME! Count me in! In fact, I just finished my first shawl out of sock-weight yarn, the Gaia Shoulder Hug. Really easy, not intimidating at all for a first-time lace knitter. But what cracked me up was that I fell into the trap of not liking the lace at all before I blocked it. I KNOW everyone says blocking makes a difference, but I thought (for some silly reason) that I could see enough of it on the needles. It wasn’t that scrunched up anyway, right? Ahem. Slice of humble pie eaten, the shawl is blocking on the bed. And I love it. Of course, now I need to convince myself that I do actually wear shawls….
Joyce said,
July 30, 2010 @ 5:02 pm
I am really enjoying knitting the small shawls – have done three in the last few months. Like you said the smaller size patterns have pulled me in…and they double as a scarf when not wearing as a shawl.
Debbie D said,
July 30, 2010 @ 5:21 pm
Socks are by far my favorite thing to knit!!
Yvonne said,
July 30, 2010 @ 5:31 pm
What I enjoy the most to knitting is socks and actually I like the self striping yarns the most. To me knitting a plain vanilla sock is the best way to relax after a long day at work. I got the first Wendy sock book and she had a gusset heel. I had problems figuring out the short row wrap and turn stuff. Once I got that book I was off and running.
Wendy said,
July 30, 2010 @ 5:34 pm
Sheri is right — I do love the Loopy Ewe Solid Series yarn — so many beautiful colors from which to choose. I do have a colorwork sock design that is percolating, and I’ve already got the Loopy yarn to knit it.
Dawn said,
July 30, 2010 @ 5:57 pm
It is funny, I started knitting socks (after the obligatory scarf!!) made 3 and then fell in love with sea silk and lorna’s laces pearl. My sea silk obsession – yes it is an obsession – has turned me into a shawl knitter and I haven’t looked back!
I love shawls. I love how it starts out so tiny (co6) and grows to something big and beautiful! I love the variety of shawls, the weight and the fact that I’ve been able to start and finish one in a week.
Allise said,
July 30, 2010 @ 6:05 pm
I love socks and shawls! I just finished one sock in the Fruit Loops pattern you recommended and they’re great and I did it in Yarn Love’s Strawberry Shortcake! Gorgeous and stretchy! My shawl addiction started with my first Multnomah and has been going strong ever since!
Sharilyn said,
July 30, 2010 @ 6:06 pm
Most favorite: Socks (they always get used.)
Least favorite: Scarves (they go on forever — that’s why I now have a loom. Weaving scarves goes way faster!)
Lori said,
July 30, 2010 @ 6:09 pm
I like to knit lace for the challenge. I have to think more for lace. In all honesty though I seem to be knitting a lot of jackets/cardigans these days. Knitting doesn’t mean they are assembled though. sigh…
Shelby said,
July 30, 2010 @ 6:21 pm
Knitting sweaters and oter clothing items sound like a fun hobby to get into! I wish I knew how to do different kinds of knitting.
Becky said,
July 30, 2010 @ 7:18 pm
Shawls, shawls, and more shawls. I can’t keep up with all the new patterns and new yarn I just must have. I have three shawls on the needles and many more I want to make. I envy fast knitters and those who must not get much sleep or knit in their sleep.
southparknitter said,
July 30, 2010 @ 7:53 pm
I like to knit socks and sweaters most because those are the two knitted items I wear the most. I don’t knit for others often. I love the rule that yarn assigned for a project doesn’t count. That makes mine a bit better.
Manda said,
July 30, 2010 @ 8:22 pm
I like to knit everything, but my go-to is socks! Socks, socks, and more socks! I like Shawls/shawlettes, but I find they end up taking me a while because I get bored with them at some point… socks, though? Socks are my Knitting Love.
Jennifer in SC said,
July 30, 2010 @ 8:32 pm
Socks. Flat out, socks! I’ve got enough sock yarn for more than 300 pair of socks. However, I’ve been getting into shawls/shawlettes. I’ve done one sweater. Still not blocked. It’s only been a year!
Jess said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:14 pm
I like variety.
Really. I get bored with one type of project. I have different projects for different moods.
Lani said,
July 30, 2010 @ 10:42 pm
Right now, my favorite thing to knit is shawls with lace yarn. I also like a challenge and something new to learn. Last year I knit lots of socks. Between serious knits I also like to try a tiny toy or doll – something fun.
Ellen said,
July 31, 2010 @ 3:01 am
Right now it’s socks and shawls for me. I haven’t yet tried a sweater. I do like to see all the creative uses for sock yarn.
Alison said,
July 31, 2010 @ 6:57 am
Socks and cardigans are the things I get most use from – I love shawls but they are a little impractical for me, so they tend to end up as gifts for close friends instead. Baby knits are good for a quick fix, but most of my friends have toddlers and young children rather than babies these days!
Bonnie H. said,
July 31, 2010 @ 7:06 am
When I first taught myself to knit, I was in college (think 80′s) and I wanted to be able to knit sweaters. I accomplished that – knit one for my boyfriend (now husband) long before I heard about the “curse”, knit one for my mom, and did some for myself.
Then I was away from knitting for some years and came back to it about 10 years ago. I saw someone knitting socks and my goal in becoming a better knitter was to be able to do socks. I loved cute socks anyway and hand-knitted socks seemed like they would be the perfect small project, the perfect gift for a loved one or just to do for myself.
I am not a fast knitter, even though I knit continental, so I also do some scarves and bags.
Ashley Gibbons said,
July 31, 2010 @ 8:50 am
I very much enjoy just casting on for a new project! It could be anything but the excitement of picking out a pattern, finding the prefect yarn or roving, and casting on to me is very exciting. Though I do always have to have at least one pair of socks going.
Jane said,
July 31, 2010 @ 9:43 am
I always have the S’s in the works: socks, shawl, scarf and sweater. Try to keep it to one in each category at a time in the “active” mode BUT right now, truth be known, I have exceeded my own guidelines which include 3 sweaters. I count the American Girl and grandaughter sweaters separately, of course and they just happen!
Annette Lewek said,
July 31, 2010 @ 9:52 am
I love to crochet baby items and afghans and I just finished my second sweater. I knit shawls, scarfs, mitts and a couple of socks in progress.
Barbara in NH said,
July 31, 2010 @ 9:52 am
Socks! Hands down. they’re such exquisite tiny works of art!
turtle said,
July 31, 2010 @ 11:58 am
lol, it really depends on my mood. so like many i usually have 4-6 projects on needles at the same time. Socks, sweaters, shawls, a simple cable scarf, etc…. this also helps me to grab a mindless knitting project for travel or just when out in the car and traffic might hold us up.
Linda said,
July 31, 2010 @ 2:33 pm
SHAWLS!!! They do not have to “fit” a body part/parts like socks and sweaters do, but I also have enjoyed the sweaters that I have knit this year with a little “incentive” from TLE. Thanks to Sheri and her elves!!!!
Beth said,
July 31, 2010 @ 2:40 pm
Socks – and it really helps that all of my family prefers handknit socks rather than store-bought ones.
allison said,
July 31, 2010 @ 6:20 pm
I’m all about shawls and toys right now because you don’t have to worry about fit and they’re so much fun to make. I’ve been dabbling in socks and am just not sure I like how they turn out but I guess I’m still learning.
Mustanggirl68 said,
July 31, 2010 @ 8:59 pm
Currently I am knitting shawls, socks and cowls. I like to have a mindless project on the needles,as well as, a challenging lace project. I’m using Bugga right now for a cowl and love the soft feel of the yarn. It is very pleasant to knit with.
Kathy Sue said,
July 31, 2010 @ 10:20 pm
Shawls. There are so many patterns to choose from!
Kay said,
August 1, 2010 @ 9:27 am
Hats of any shape and size.
Than I give them away (I do keep a few for myself).
Castiron said,
August 1, 2010 @ 11:16 am
So far, the only items I’m finding I *don’t* like to make are gloves, and that may just be because I’m using too-long dpns on the fingers. I like shawls; I like socks; I like pullovers and cardigans; I like dishcloths; I like cowls; I like scarves; I like mittens; I like hats; I like toys.
What I actually make most often, though, is socks. We have short, mild winters, so I don’t need more than one pair of mittens or gloves. I love sweaters, but I’ve already got more than I can wear in any given winter. I don’t wear shawls or scarves very often, even in the air conditioning. But socks? I can wear those all year, even in summer.
Barb in MA said,
August 2, 2010 @ 6:44 am
I most enjoy 2 types of knitting, lace and color work. but to confess I work mostly on doll sweaters for the 22″ Japanese BJDs. It started with wanting to work so many patterns from Barbara Walker’s books, and moved into lace doll shawls and lace or cable doll sweaters, as how many can I wear, especially if they are skinny sweaters? I do knit a sweater or two for my daughter each year, and make cousin’s mini-shawls or lace scarfs here and there. Especially good for things like cousin’s 60th BD present, or just because I don’t get to see them often enough. For myself, warm hats make me happy but seeing lace taking form from my yarn gives me great joy. I do want to mention how much I love this blog since finding it. I start my morning with my bone building med, sit for 30 minutes and enjoy this knitting community. – Barb
Rani said,
August 2, 2010 @ 7:42 am
Ok. That’s interesting. Stash yarn is uncommitted yarn. Every single skein has potential . . . is that the same as committed? I have some serious pondering to do. I have been justifying my cancerous stash as being committed – so necesarry, but honestly, how many years will it take for that skein of “Beach Ball” colored yarn going to turn into something.
I feel a destashing coming on. . . .
im just lori said,
August 2, 2010 @ 8:34 am
All of it. Really, it depends on what has taken my fancy. Right now I’m trying to make a perfect dishcloth for entry into the county fair–and am excited about finally splitting a tank for the front straps, and then there’s the neverending vest I’m determined to finish and wear this year. And I’m thinking I need some more lace in my life, too. I love it all.
Cathie said,
August 2, 2010 @ 10:10 am
Fairly recently, I’ve begun knitting shawls – FUN! Something to do with all that sock yarn besides knitting socks! Of course, for instant (almost) gratification, I use DK or worsted yarn.
Now I have to take the plunge and try knitting from charts! Everyone says it’s easier than following written instructions.
I guess my current knitting love would have to be shawlettes and shawls with an occasional child/baby side-to-side or top down garment thrown in.
Paulina said,
August 2, 2010 @ 12:09 pm
My absolutely favourite knit is estonian lace and lace in general It is never a boring job. The bigger the project the better. And the best part is blocking it and see how fab it looks.
As for smaller things socks are the best as holiday knitting, you can fry yourself in the sun and knit all at the same time
diane said,
August 2, 2010 @ 12:49 pm
Based on what is on the needles at the moment, socks seem to be the favorite. I also have a lacy scarf in progress, and would love to try one of those lacy shawlettes. But I need to finish some socks first. So the “S” words win!
Rhian said,
August 2, 2010 @ 2:28 pm
Socks socks socks socks socks.
90% of my knitting is socks. Maybe more.
Jody O said,
August 2, 2010 @ 4:40 pm
Lace! Cardigans! Lace Cardigans!
Robin F. said,
August 2, 2010 @ 4:51 pm
I never have to decide I always have one pair of socks, one shawl and one sweater on needless- Scarves are just for fill in when I don’t have something simple to carry around. As long as my yarn has some cashmere or alpaca I’m a happy knitter.
vicki said,
August 2, 2010 @ 5:19 pm
I must love knitting socks according to my stash. I just read Robin’s post above and I think she may be on to something. Always a pair of socks, a shawl and a sweater on the needles. I think I may aspire to this plan. I like it.
Cheryl said,
August 2, 2010 @ 7:55 pm
Yes, I like the 3 -at-a-time rule, too! I feel like I can get them done that way! I have something a little harder, something I can travel with, and something that takes a while. I guess in the past for me that has been shawl, baby hat, sweater. I’m still working on the tiny red sock–but my next one will be a size for ME with the yarn from my Loopy Groupie bag. I can’t wait. By the way, Sheri, I love that bag. You do a great job at your job–and so do the elves.
Andrea King said,
August 2, 2010 @ 8:49 pm
Having a any project is wonderful, but socks are my all time favorite…at least for now…
Ginger said,
August 3, 2010 @ 1:17 pm
I just love knitting haven’t done it in a while but now its like I never stopped. I’m a little slow but….I love knitting socks, baby socks, scrafs, hats and blankets in that order. Unfortunately my stash keeps growing and I’m still slowly knitting.
Dawn'l said,
August 3, 2010 @ 1:40 pm
Socks, pretty much exclusively for the past year. They feed my soul/sole
Mindless and mindful all at the same time.
Paula said,
August 3, 2010 @ 2:28 pm
Socks are my favorite, but I’m starting to knit more lace…
Janet C said,
August 4, 2010 @ 11:22 am
Lately I have tended to knit mainly hats and scarves for donation to charity as well as for my family members. I truly am finding that I enjoy knitting shawls, though!
Initially I leaped into knitting after Stitches Midwest 2008 overstimulated. First I did the Fanning the Flames mittens and the ruffled skirt from Lorna’s laces, then I knit up the Mariposa shawl in summer, 2009, and loved it. Anything with an open, lacy pattern seems to appeal to me these days, and I love a variety of yarns to please my fingers!
Maureen said,
August 12, 2010 @ 4:20 pm
My question is how did it get to be so hot, hot…HOT all this long hot summer? But besides that, what I really like to knit are sweaters. I knitted a green mohair sweater as my first project back when I was a freshman in high school. There were lots of girls knitting in class but mostly socks. I was working on a sweater at home because it was too big to bring into school and carry around all day (nope, did not even consider putting it in my locker at all !!!) Since then I have knitted a number of sweaters for members of my family and for me. When I put on a sweater that I made I know the length of the sleeves will be long and fit me, the body will fit too! I always feel good when I wear a sweater I made. There is a certain level of comfort being wrapped up in a nice warm article of clothing hand made. Socks just are not the same, fun to wear…yes!… and show to off to friends (and a challenge to boot!). I like to knit regardless of the item being made. My favorite is sweaters.