I took a knitting classes this past fall at our local yarn store. For a month, one night a week, I met with other women who were also looking for an experience that complimented their "learning to knit via you.tube" moments. I had a blast each week, learning a bit of knitting techniques but more importantly just enjoying some time to myself.
Yet, in all honesty, I've felt like a complete knitting student slacker. We had three projects to complete and though I've nearly completed all three, none ever actually got off the needles without Bea's unassisted involvement. Lesson learned: if my knitting basket is within reach of the toddler in residence, then projects become fair game to all.
This week, my goal is to finish this oh so simple hat for Beatrix. It's my second (maybe third) time starting it. Yes, I can't believe what I fess up to on this blog! I'm determined to finish it for no other reason than earning justification for new yarn and a new project. I've cast on a few extra stitches to make it a little bit bigger than the original hat I knitted so that Bea can use it next winter too (hopefully).
So off I go to knit and watch some of the what's left of the Golden Globe awards.
Ah yes - the joys of knitting with a toddler! I too am a beginner knitter, self taught from books and YouTube (great sock instruction videos, when you feel up to it) so I have no idea how to fix things when projects are partially unravelled by my two-year-old son... Nap time only. Or standing out of reach - not so relaxing! Best of luck with your hat - I'm sure you'll post a photo of the Completed Project on a cute little head.
Posted by: Sophie | January 17, 2011 at 12:00 PM
oh, you know you can do it!!!!!! Just keep it up high!
How was Marcus's stay? I'm dreaming of a visit soon!
Posted by: greenemother | January 17, 2011 at 12:55 PM
Yes, Sophie, fixing mess up's is completely mind boggling to me still! There's so much of knitting that remains a mystery to me....
Peeked at your website. Your farm looks heavenly!
Posted by: Nichole | January 17, 2011 at 01:33 PM
I'm trying...We had a good time 'cept Bea was recovering from the flu and pretty cranky still. It was dreadfully cold and rainy the whole time he was here. But, of course, we had fun visiting.
Oh, you know you never need an invitation to come visit!
Posted by: Nichole | January 17, 2011 at 01:35 PM