Greetings gentle Unraveler’s… welcome to Wednesday and our weekly gathering to share what we are making and reading.
I had some actual unraveling this week… yep, Monday’s clue was not read clearly and I had to rip out my knitting and restart. The second try was much better. I do so enjoy Sarah’s method of picking up stitches it makes the process of making a gnome easier. I don’t know what further “parts” there will be, but I am hoping there will be a bit of a backpack of sorts and I am listening eagerly to Gnandad as he whispers to me inspiration on the direction I will be taking him! And Gnana has been pulled out of the great blue cupboard… she needs some finishing touches, most important since Gnandad will soon be joining her!
Gnock-ette almost has two legs! Up next, despite the pattern not calling for them… she will have arms. I am contemplating her hair and how best to go about that. Stay tuned.
The reading… has slowed considerably. I finished and loved Truman Capote’s book of Christmas/Thanksgiving short stories… I join Carole in highly recommending it! I have begun Winter Solstice and it is just perfection on these dark December mornings. And thanks to Nina, I discovered that Han Kang has a wintery short story book! I have requested The White Book from my library.
What about you? How is your December unfolding?
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They look like they are going to make a great pair!
I always love seeing your modifications to the gnomes! I’m sorry about the ripping, but I’m sure you’ll be back on track in no time.
I’m glad to see that the gnomes are coming along and you’re already thinking about how you want to give them your patented and creative personality twists! My reading has also slowed down. I’m quite happy to sit and feel lovely yarn flowing through my fingers as I knit. It’s the perfect activity when it’s cold, dark, and snowy.
Your Gnomes are coming along so nicely Kat. I love the idea of a backpack and I really enjoy how you personalize your gnomes. My knitting is finally picking up a bit, but my reading is slow. I’m sure it is just a stage and will pick up again.
I always love seeing your sweet little gnomes come together! I love the colors you’re using. They look so . . . merry and bright . . . during these dark and gloomy days. XO
You got yourself some gnome buddies. I finished a cowl (yay) and now am working on a pair of socks for my husband and a Christmas scarf for myself.
Gnana & Gnandad are going to be so great!! I have an unfinished Gnana sitting on my table — she’s been there for about a year, now, and is this >< close to being finished! (I never even logged her start in Ravelry… weird.)
December is… unfolding. It's a low-key year, I guess.
It seems like your knitting and reading are both of the comforting nature and I think that’s just right for you these days.
Your gnomes are just sooo gorgeous. My December is very busy. Over committed myself as always, but fun with it. One day I might write a post.
I love the colors in this pair of gnomes. It’s fun to see them come into being. I hope you are back on track by now.