More Fingerless Gloves

I haven’t posted in a while, but I’m still making new knit creations.  My latest project is a pair of fingerless gloves.  Between these and hats, they are my favorite projects.  The pattern I’m currently using is called Fetching, and was found on Ravelry.  It combines double pointed needles with cable knitting.  There’s something about double pointed needles I absolutely love, they just seem to be a little bit more versatility than straight or circular needles.  The yarn I’m using is Debbie Bliss Eco 100% organic cotton yarn.  It’s extremely soft to the touch.  One thing about this pattern is the finished product doesn’t stretch as much as I’d have liked.  This could be because of the fiber I used, wool tends to stretch a little bit more.  I think the pattern itself probably has something to do with it since it’s a 4x1 rib stitch.  This pattern also involved my first real thumb hold I’ve made, and it wasn’t just a matter of leaving a hole in the stitching on the side of the glove.  I think it turned out pretty good.  Now that I’ve done several pairs of fingerless gloves I think I’m going to start thinking of designing my own.  I have a couple stitch dictionaries that give me some ideas, but we’ll see, I might just have to get a little more creative. 

As for the other projects I’m still working on my Doctor Who scarf, and I’m sure it’ll be quite a while before it’s finished.  I really don’t have a strict timeline for it, and since it’s a 14 foot scarf I’m in no rush.  I’m also working on the afghan that was mentioned in my last post.  It’s coming along nicely and quicker than I expected.  I haven’t worked on it in the past week or so since I’ve been working on these gloves.  I’m hoping it’ll be ready for next winter since this winter seems to almost over.

If you’re in the Milwaukee area remember to stop by for Stitchin’ in Stallis.  We’ve changed the day to Tuesdays, and our next one is on Tuesday, March 8th at Stacey’s Bar in West Allis.  Come join us for some stitching and drinks!