Ranting Knitter

Now that I am out of Sock Wars 3, I think I’ll still knit socks. Of course not for me, but as gifts.

Currently, I’m working on a toe-up pair for my mom. These socks were meant to be her birthday present, but that has since come and gone. I’m hopeful that I will finish and get them to her within the month. : )

The yarn is Cherry Tree Hill. This is my first time working with this yarn and I’m loving every minute of it. This yarn knits up great. Not to mention that the colorway is great: so bright and cheery - making the work all the more worthwhile.

I finally finished the Detonation Socks for Sock Wars 3. Unfortunately, not in time for me to be ‘killed.’ I’m officially out of the War. Bummer, I was hoping to last at least two rounds, but I’m happy to have finished the socks anyway.

My reaction: I’m not too impressed. This is more centered on the pattern, as well as the yarn. The pattern was a bit confusing. I spoke with a few other knitters in the War that gave me some pointers and suggestions. I also made contact with my Assassin who furthered these suggestions. At this point, I had already completed one sock. This sock was a complete mess; I was very disappointed with the results. Before attempting the second sock, I gathered the suggestions together and set about altering the pattern to make more sense and thus work for my socks. This helped immensely. I frogged the first sock.

I was not thrilled with knitting the Tofutsies yarn. For some reason, I had the hardest time working with this yarn. Others seem to have done well, which is good. I have no idea what my problem was. However, I mailed the completed socks to my Target, who praised them. She loved them; I’m very happy that she does. Well, enjoy them!!

As for my socks…..I received my socks without my knowing. [A long story that is too warped to tell]. My socks are FABULOUS! I really enjoy them! My Assassin did a truly amazing job - THANK YOU!! I am so impressed and so thrilled. The picture does them no justice. I will enjoy wearing them; you can tell she had fun knitting them, which makes all the difference.

As for Sock Wars, I love it. I think Sock Wars is a great idea that spreads across the globe. I am looking forward to next year. I’ll bring my A-Game.

But there is also Hat Attack…..